Ben Mulhall Park, Clonegal
Ben Mulhall was
a local teacher in the National School in Clonegal. He was known
well for his wonderful sportsmanship and talent both in Gaelic football
and hurling. Originally from Tullow, Co Carlow, Ben dedicated much
of his life to the community of Clonegal whilst serving as principal
of the local school. His talent and ability together with his passion
for the game rubbed off on the local children who had great success
at under -14 level.
The
wonderful Ben Mulhall Complex in Clonegal is the home to Derry Rovers
soccer team. The facilities include dressing rooms, toilets and showers
whilst upstairs is a large recreation area. In all there are 11 acres
of ground which includes two soccer pitches and one GAA pitch. There
is lots of room for parking. The grounds are nestled into the corner
of three counties, Wexford, Carlow and Wicklow although its physical
location is Wexford. Standing at the entrance gate at the top of the
hill one has a wonderful panoramic view of all the fields and indeed
of the three counties and the beauty they hold.
Contact: Johnny Dunne 053
937 6336
Major Work in Ben Mulhall Park
This
major work is due to
finish in April 2012. The work involves:
160mt X 100mt GAA
pitch
2 Soccer pitches
9 hole
pitch and putt course
A walk-way
all around the boundaries of the park.
If anyone would like
to make a donation towards the work being carried out please contact: John
Dunne 053 9376336.
Derry Rovers in their new kit donated by Tommy Corbally