PRESENTATION BROTHERS
College
NEWSLETTER
COLAISTE NA TOIRBHIRTE, CORCAIGH.
SUMMER EDITION
2008
As we approach the end of another school year I would like to wish all our Junior and Leaving Cert
students well in their upcoming exams, on behalf of the Board of management, I thank parents and staff for
their continued support.
I also wish to congratulate staff member Declan Kidney on his appointment as Ireland coach and on his
involvement with Munster in yet another Heineken Cup Final. All in PBC are rightly proud of Declan’s
achievements, as we are of the contributions of Ronan O’Gara, Peter Stringer, Frankie Sheahan, Mick
O’Driscoll and Anthony Horgan in Munster’s success. We wish them well on May 24th in Cardiff.
I hope that you enjoy the summer break and well done to all concerned for another successful school year.
Michael Hennessy, Principal
DRAMA
The cast of “Philadelphia Here I come”
“Philadelphia Here I Come”
By the Pres Dramatic Society
Directed by Kieran Ahern
Well what can I say? A year in the life of a
member of the dramatic society had its
highs and lows. Without question plenty of
blood, sweat and tears went in to this year’s
production and it’s definitely hard to see an
end product when it’s 5.30pm after a tough
4-hour session on a wet November
afternoon. However it must be said that
beneath all the hard work that went into
tuning this fine instrument, we like to call a
play, thankfully we were able to keep the
sense of enjoyment and drive going.
Despite all the holes that were punched in
our ship, we knew that we had the overall
backing of the staff as we went through the
rehearsal and preparation process for the
production
Philadelphia here I come
Ali Khan
DRAMA
“Gar your tea”
“Right,
“Philadelphia here I come, right back where I started
from”
Each night started the same way. Madge (Catriona
O’Mahony) would beckon Gar (Gearóid O’Sullivan)
onto the stage by announcing that it was time for
tea.
“God boy, why do you have to leave? Why? Why?
“I don’t know…I don’t know.”
Each night ended the same way. Private (Ali Khan) would ask the question that teases the audience throughout
the whole play, why does Gar have to leave?
Although each night started and finished the same way and although all the lines in between the start and finish
would have been the same, the journey made over the four day period from the first show on Wednesday to
the last show on the following Saturday night, was an incredible experience to be a part of.
The first show was for 1st and 2nd years on Wednesday morning. We had been told before taking the stage
that for all intents and purposes this show was a preview, a glorified dress rehearsal before the first public show
on Thursday night. We were told that the prompter (Cian Dennehy) would be in the front row should
anybody need to call for a line. No line was called for. That was the first hurdle overcome. Another positive
from that show was that it ran smoothly (or at least smoothly enough that it seemed to have been received
well by a young audience who had no previous knowledge of the play or what it was about).
The following morning the remaining
2nd year classes and 3rd year were the
audience. This was, as forecasted prior
to the show, one of the toughest
audiences we were going to face. After
the Thursday show we were told in no
uncertain terms that things needed to
step-up a few gears. Although
Wednesday went well, it could have
gone much better. Armed with the
knowledge of what needed fixing, we
set out to do justice to arguably one of
the best plays ever written by an Irish playwright. This show was definitely a step-up from the Wednesday show
and things were showing signs of moving in the right direction. It was Thursday night however that got people
talking.
Following the morning show we had a notes session and rehearsed various parts of the play that needed work
and fine tuning. Most went home for an hour before coming back in for the night time show. There were
certainly a lot of nerves as we were performing for an audience consisting of people who had come of their
own free will, had paid their own hard-earned money and had given up their own precious time. All this plus
the fact that Mount Mercy 5th year were part of the audience added to the nerves! The show went down very
well however. Speaking on behalf of the whole cast I think that I can safely say that we were all taken aback
at how well the play was received. I can also safely say that the following morning we were all cognisant of the
DRAMA
serious discipline and effort it would take to maintain the same energy levels
.
The Friday morning show was to the 6th years and half of 4th year. The big note before this show was to
maintain the drive from the previous night’s performance. This show didn’t have the same fireworks afterwards
however the show itself went very well.There were no hiccups and we had succeeded in matching the previous
night’s performance. That night we entertained our second public audience.
Friday night there was certainly a feeling in the green room (a.k.a. the prayer room) that we were all part of
something that was beginning to become more and more powerful, believable and most importantly enjoyable
with each show. Actors were becoming more familiar with parts and the stage crew were working more and
more professionally and efficiently (this is in no small part due to the tireless work of Joseph Noonan and his
crew of Johnny McCarthy, Ben Hudson, Aidan Lynch and Stephen Fahey). This performance was a step-up again
from the previous night’s performance. It wasn’t that huge dramatic changes took place but subtle tweaks were
made that had an impact on the overall performance .
SATURDAY!! The final public show loomed. It was the first time all week that we didn’t rehearse before a show
and it was probably the first day in a fortnight that we didn’t do any rehearsals at all. When we came in for the
show I was certainly feeling the nerves. We were putting the show on for a lot of the staff, all our parents,
friends, family and other people who had heard over the past three days that the show was worth seeing. After
the show we received a standing ovation and I don’t know about the rest of the cast but I certainly felt
emotional walking off to such a reaction. When you put such hard work into something and it is acknowledged,
it’s an inexplicable feeling.
Huge and sincere thanks goes to all the cast, the stage crew, the lights crew and the marketing crew. Huge
thanks also go to Mr. Twomey and all the staff for their patience and understanding during the week of the
shows. But the person who deserves the greatest thanks of all is Mr. Kieran Ahern. For all the endless hours
of work, the relentless pursuit of perfection (i.e. the hours of notes taken meticulously and told tediously to
each actor) and the time, respect and attention he gave to each and every person involved in “Philadelphia,
Here I Come”. Míle buíochas leat.
Gearóid O’Sullivan
Gar gives Kate a piece of his mind
PRE S LINK
This year has certainly presented Preslink with ample opportunity to
validate itself, its operation, and its aims.
Last year we raised over €10,000 which purchased 30 computers,
2 data projectors and a printer for the school in Logre.
We would like to thank students, parents, and staff for helping to
make this possible.
Bag Packing in Dunnes Stores, Bishopstown,
Ms. McGrath, Marc O’Sullivan, Graham Collins,
James Cusack, Rory Plant, John Holland &
Darren Clifford
Back in 2nd year we discussed the possibility of travelling to “World
Youth Day” in Sydney or to take part in an “Immersion Programme”
in Ghana. Taking note of our school motto “Viriliter Age” or “Act
Manly” we decided to travel to Ghana in October 2008.
Our aim is to raise €20,000 and we chose to engage in a series of
fundraising events to generate this gift for our hosts.
The lads travelling are paying for the trip out of their own pocket (and
those of their parents!) and all money raised will be brought to Ghana as a gift.
What have we been doing?
A matter of days before Christmas, Preslink members put on
their Santa hats and participated in lengthy sessions of bagpacking in Dunnes Stores, Bishopstown. We found the customers
in charitable spirit, with many members incurring muscular strain
as they endeavoured to lift the collection buckets. Unfortunately,
as Preslink does not offer an insurance scheme for members,
those concerned were forced to finance treatment themselves!!!
Another very successful event was the second annual EntireSchool Quiz, which took place in February. Questions were
posed over the intercom by the Pres version of Chris Tarrant, our Members of Preslink attend the “Justice and Peace”
conference
very own Mr. Hennessy. Teams were derived from individual
classes, with prizes awarded to the two best teams from each year
group. A humorous exposition of the vocal tones of teachers formed an entire round, particularly well received by
those in Pres long enough to appreciate true comedy!!
Generous donations from parents and affiliates of the school comprise a large portion of the funds we have thus far
accumulated. (Total raised to date: € 13,962.90). To these will be added the receipts of the annual First Year Sponsored
Silence, to occur in May and Pres Idol talent competition. Preslink is considering a myriad of projects to be undertaken,
watch this space………………..
In any case, we have been in no way short of advice and
guidance with regard to our voyage. Br. Rupert of the
Presentation Brothers in Ghana and former principal of PBC
Cork, spoke to us while visiting Ireland, and we received
innumerable invitations to attend the Presentation Youth
Community at Mt. St. Joseph.
Following preparation for every facet of the journey,
members have begun to truly recognise its gravity and
consequence. Now that the frenetic commotion has passed,
the mood has become one of reflection and humility, as is
fitting for an event which promises to have a lasting
impression on our lives.
John Holland 4/1 & Patrick O’Donovan 4/2
Members of Preslink at the Edmund Rice Awards 2008
DEBATING 2008
Of the senior students from Pres who spoke in UCC at the series of Trials for Ireland’s National Debating Team,
there was, from 4th year Rory Plant, and from 5th year, John Curtin, Ali Khan and Jesse Harrington.
Unfortunately none of them succeeded, but all spoke well in the impromptu format.
The most significant achievement at Junior level this year has been at the Final of the Cork City School’s
Competition, where the motion was: “That this House is Satisfied with Ireland’s Management of the Boom.”
The 2nd year team of Jonathan Peters and Mark Whooley earned Runner-up Best Team, and Jonathan was also
awarded Runner-up Best Speaker, making it the first time that the school has come away with two prizes from
this event. The 3rd year team of James Reidy and James Whelton also did quite well in the competition, making
it as far as the semi-finals before being knocked out
.
There has also been a string of successes from the 1st and 2nd years. James Crowley and Mustafa Hamza of
2nd year came Runner-up Best Team at the Bill Wall Cup. Andrew Cusack of 1st year came Runner-up at the
CSN Mace Competition, which was impressive considering he was only narrowly beaten by a 4th year from
another school. Ricky Harrington earned Runner-up Best Speaker at the Scoil Mhuire Inaugural First Year
Debate. Two teams of 1st and 2nd years also competed in the St. Aloysius’ Junior League.
The school’s internal competitions, the Davis Shield (Junior) and the Gold Medal Debate (Senior), are to be
held sometime in May this year.
Jesse Harrington, 5/1, Junior Officer
S C IE N CE
“ CA N Y O U S O L V E S AL L Y ’S M U R DER ? ”
On Friday 18th of January we were faced with the challenge of solving Sally’s murder in the school theatre.
This was brought to us by Education Interactive who gave us an opportunity to experience forensic crime
scene analysis for ourselves. There was a large picture of the crime scene which was a changing room next to
a beach. It was very realistic. There was
police tape and flashing blue lights
surrounding the image. There were
different exhibits set up all around the
theatre. We had to study the image and
use the different exhibits to choose one of
three ‘suspects’. We had to use different
methods to solve this murder, finger prints
on cans and bottles, drug screening results,
footprints gathered at the crime scene,
blood grouping from blood on the murder
weapon which was a broken wine bottle,
DNA profiling, refractive indexing, fibres
on Sally’s skirt. We also got to use a UV
lamp first hand. We even learned about
the life of a forensic scientist.
Overall it was an excellent experience for
all involved.
Paul McCarthy (4th yr.)
S C IE N CE
CE L T IC E XP L O RE R B IO L O G Y FI E L D T R IP 20 0 7
On the 5th of December, myself, Micheal, Donal, and Donagh, along with some third and sixth years set-off on
a biology excursion to the Port of Cork to the government research vessel, The Celtic Explorer. This was
thanks to Prof. Andy Wheeler, Marine Biology Dept., U.C.C. who
booked the trip eighteen months in advance.
Here we were introduced to the vessel's crew, with a following
tour of the boat and its safety aspects, by the second mate. We
were shown all the modern machinery, such as the on-board
sewage plant and the distillation tank underneath the boat, which
was used for making fresh drinking water from sea water.
This vessel is famous for the new Cartographic Survey of the
seabed around Ireland. In the dry laboratory we were given a
demonstration of the multi-beam analysis system used to collect
the data for that survey.
We were also shown the sea-bed testing equipment that collects
samples from the sea-bed to test for pollution. Another fish
biologist, John, showed us the wet lab. Here we saw many species of underwater creatures and were shown
some of the fish oothliths from the ears which are used to estimate the age of the fish. We looked at these
under the microscope. They have concentric circles similar to the annual rings of a tree
The morning finished up with a very advanced lecture, in which we were completely lost, about the use of
plankton in helping prevent global warming as they can exchange oxygen for carbon dioxide, by taking in
carbon dioxide and returning oxygen.
All in all, it was a worthwhile trip, as we learned a lot about the sea and its inhabitants. We would like thank
Ms. Lynch for organising this interesting morning and for giving us this great opportunity.
Alan Sheehan, Micheal Hennessy, Donal Cremin, Donagh Kelleher
Fourth Year, P.B.C..
S C IE N CE
S C IE N C E I NV E S T IG A T I O N S
3rd yrs. busy with their Junior Cert. experiments
CH EMI S T R Y MA G IC S H O W
On Wednesday 16th April, students from first
and second year attended a Chemistry Magic
Show at UCC. The eight classes left school
early on that day and walked to the college.
Almost as soon as we had reached our seats,
there was a big bang from an exploding
balloon. The look of shock on some people’s
faces was a sight to remember (not saying
who!!)
We saw many exciting and fantastic
experiments and many tricks also. From dry
ice to vanishing water, we were kept
entertained for the whole show. The final
section of the show was the best of all – EXPLOSIONS!! Bottles were sent flying to every corner of the room
and rising bubbles were turned to flames in the air
Overall, I think everyone had a brilliant time and would enjoy seeing something like it again.
Alex Crean 1/3
SC IENC E
BRONZE M ED AL WI NNER IN C HEM ISTRY
Irish Science Olympiad.
Irish students from over 250 secondary schools from all over the island of Ireland, North and South, took part
in the 15th IBM / DCU Irish Science Olympiad held at Dublin City University in January. This competition aims
to further student's interest in Science and Technology and to promote and reward the pursuit of excellence
in the sciences.
I was delighted to win a bronze medal after been
given the opportunity by the school to represent
them in the Chemistry competition.
Minister for Education and Science, Mary Hanafin,
T.D., who presented the medals, said that "the
continual development of today's students and
tomorrow's leaders in the disciplines of science and
technology is very important to the future of our
country".
As a result of winning this bronze medal I was
invited, along with fifteen other students, to attend a
3 day Chemistry course held in DCU over the
Easter period. An exam will now be held in May to
select a team to represent Ireland at the 40th
International Chemistry Science Olympiad which is
being held this year in Budapest, Hungary from the
Stephen Murphy
12th – 21st July 2008
Stephen Murphy
R OB O T CO M PE T I T IO N
(Cork Electronics Industry Association)
Jason Cheung, Mustafa Hamza, Jonathen Peters, Robert O’Sullivan and their robot
These 2nd yrs. put many hours of work into building and programming the robot and in February competed
very successfully in this competition. They progressed to the semi-finals.
CÚRSAÍ GAEILGE
TOBAR NA GAE ILGE
Buíochas mór le Dia, bhí bliain iontach rathúil againn ó thaobh na Gaeilge dhe. D’éirigh thar barr leis an dá
fhoireann díospóireachta nuair a bhaineadar craobh na Mumhan amach. Maidir le cúrsaí scríbhneoireachta fuair
ár ndaltaí aitheantas den chéad scoth i mórán comórtais. D’éirigh go geal le Stiofán Ó Harteagáin i gcomórtas
le gaeltaca agus Cillian Ó Dálaigh ach go háirithe sa chomórtas i bhFoinse.
Cuireann sé gliondar chroí ormsa freisin a rá go bhfuil an Cultúr Gaelach faoi bhláth sa scoil freisin. I rith
Sheachtain na Gaeilge, bhí Ceolchoirm bhreá againn – daltaí ag canadh is ag seinm ceoil. Do chuirfeadh sé bród
is gliondar ar na clocha fiú! Ta creidiúint mhór ag dul don tUasal Ó Tuama ach go háirithe a chuir iarracht as cuimse
isteach san ócáid iontach seo. Ar an iomlán, bhí Seachtain na Gaeilge thar a bheith gnóthach agus ní chreidfeá
an spórt agus an spraoi a bhí againn go léir. Bhí céilí ar an Déardaoin agus tháinig cailíní isteach ó mheánscoil
Naomh Uinsinn. Bhí comórtais éagsúla idir lámha againn, tráth na gCeist agus comórtas póstaeirí ina measc.
D’éirigh linn an fear grinn Deasún Mac An Easpaig a mhealladh isteach le déanaí. Thug an Gaeilgeoir iontach seo
cuairt orainn ar an ochtú lá de Bhealtaine. Labhair sé leis na daltaí sinsearacha ach go háirithe. Ócáid ghreannmhar
spreagúil thaitneamhach a bhí ann gan aon agó. Cinnte dearfa, chuaigh sé i bhfeidhm go mór ar an lucht éisteachta
go léir.
Mar fhocal scoir, guím gach rath ar na daltaí go léir agus na scolairí a bheidh ag tabhairt faoi na scrúduithe i mí an
Mheithimh ach go háirithe. Níl aon dabht faoi ach go bhfuil teanga bhreá ár sinsir slán sábhailte i gColáiste na
Toirbhirte – Mol an óige agus tiocfaidh sí!
GAEI LGEOIR NA B LIANA
I mbliana don chéad uair riamh, d’eagraigh Roinn na Gaeilge comórtas
ag lorg Gaeilgeoir na Bliana i measc daltaí na céad bliana. Ní rabhamar
ag lorg an dalta leis an nGaeilge is fearr, ach an té a dhein an iarracht
is mó an Ghaeilge a chur chun cinn timpeall na scoile.
Bhuel, caithfidh mé ard-mholadh a thabhairt do ghach dalta as ucht an
deá-iarracht a dhein said, agus ba dheas an rud é an Ghaeilge a
chloisint ar fud na scoile.
I ndeireadh na dála, chuireamar ceathrar faoi agallamh. B’iad siúd:
Roibeárd Dyson
Luke Prenderville
Peadar Ó Núanáin
Jack Monahan
Peadar Ó Núanáin lena mhúinteoir Bean Uí
Mhúrchú
Sa deireadh, bhí na múinteoirí ar aon intinn go raibh an bua tuillte ag
Peadar Ó Núanáin!!
Comhgairdeachas, a Pheadair, ba mhór an éacht é
Roibeárd Dyson lena mhúinteoir an
tUasal Mac Eoin
Jack Monahan lena mhúinteoir an tUasal Ó
Tuama
Luke Prenderville
CÚRSAÍ GAEILGE
CÉ IL Í
Ceol, caint agus craic ag an gcéilí
AN CH EO L CH O I R M G H AE L AC H
An Cheolchoirm Fé Lán tSeoil!
Abair Amhrán!
“Geantraí” i gColáiste na Toirbhirte
CÚRSAÍ GAEILGE
DES B ISHOP
Ian ó Múrchú, Seosamh ó Nuanáin ag an mbronnadh i
gcuimhne ar chuairt Dheasún Mac an Easpaig
BUAI TEOIRÍ NA B LI ANA
Cillian ó Dálaigh - buaiteoir chomórtas aiste sa rang agus
a mhúinteoir, an tUasal Mac Eoin
Stiofán Ó Harteagáin Comórtas Ghael Taca
Tráth na gCeist - buaiteoirí na hidirbhliana
Tráth na gCeist - buaiteoirí ón gcúigiú bliain
CÚRSAÍ GAEILGE
Emmet Keoghan - buaiteoir an spelling B
ó rang 1/3
Ricky Harrington - buaiteoir an spelling B
ó rang 1/1
Comórtas Postaéirí - buaiteoirí na céad bliana
GERMAN
James Cusack and John Holland, 4th Year, who on the strength of their
Junior Certificate results were called for interview by the Goethe
Institute and the German Embassy. Those successful win a scholarship
to Germany
LATIN
Liceo Tulliano of Arpino
organizes :
Under the High Patronage of the President of the Italian Republic
with the contribution of :
Regione Lazio, Città di Arpino, Amministrazione Provinciale di Frosinone, XV Comunità Montana di Arce,
A.P.T. di Frosinone, Ina Assitalia, Banca di Roma
under the patronage of :
Ministry of Italian Education, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Italy
The Certamen Ciceronianum Arpinas is organized by "Liceo Tulliano"
of Arpino, a state secondary school specialising in classical studies. It
is a competition in which students, Italians and other nationalities, in
their final year of classical studies, are invited to translate and give a
commentary on an extract from a work by Cicero, one of the most
prolific writers of ancient Rome.
The "Certamen Ciceronianum Arpinas" takes place every year, in
May, in Arpino (Frosinone), Italy.
Brian O’Toole and Conor Fitzgerald, both from 6th year and studying
Latin for the Leaving Certificate are participants in the International
“Certamen 2008”, which attracts up to 700 students of Latin from
over 20 countries. The standard of this competition is extremely high
and Presentation College is fortunate to have students, whose
standard of Latin is high enough to compete in such a prestigious
international event.
Conor Fitzgerald and Brian O’Toole
SPORT
PB C 1 S T A N D 2 N D Y EA R BA S KET B A L L 2 0 08
PBC 1st and 2nd year Basketball teams qualified
for the Cork County Basketball finals held in the
Gurranebraher Parochial Hall. The 1st years
defeated Blarney in the Semi Final and went into
the final against Carrignabfear with an
undefeated record of 6 and 0. The Pres
performance in the final was in the words of
many the best exhibition of free flowing
basketball witnessed at this level for many years.
We blitzed Carrignabfear 59 to 21 finishing the
Cork league with a well deserved 7 and 0
record. This is the first time PBC have won this
league. Well done lads!
The second years defeated Ballyvourney in the
semi final and had a 5 and 0 record going into
the final against Blarney. They had some top class
players from the UCC Demons club and their
experience was the main reason why Blarney
ran out narrow winners in the end. To have
contested two finals of the Cork County
Leagues was a great achievement for Pres and
we hope we can go one better next year and
win at U16 level with they same squad of
players.
1st years
Cork County League Winners 2008
Sean Murphy
Coach.
R UG BY
2nd years
Runners up in the Cork County League 2008
It has been a good year for Pres Rugby. The school took part in 5 finals winning 3. The Bowen Shield was
certainly the highlight on the field with victory over our great city rivals CBC on a score line of 19 – 3.
Off the field there have been many highlights; the appointment of Ronan O’Gara as Ireland Captain, the
selection of Peter O’Manhony as Ireland U19 Captain followed by the selection of Brian O’Hara as Ireland U18
Captain, indeed this year at schools level 6 Pres Players received international caps, however the main highlight
has to be the appointment of Declan Kidney as Senior Irish Coach. Everyone associated with Pres Rugby is
proud of Declan’s achievements and we wish him every success in the future as Ireland Coach.
Finally the College owes a great debt of gratitude to all our coaches for their time, effort and dedication to
Pres, without them rugby in Pres could not function and a special note of thanks to Val, Marie and Edwin for
all their hard work.
SPORT
R UG BY
Ireland U18/U19
6 N ATION S
Sponsors of Pres
Rugby
Peter O’Mahony
Ireland U19 Captain
Brian O’Hara
Ireland U18 Captain
Ireland U18
Simon Zebo, Broan O’Hara (Captain), David O’Driscoll, Gavin Nugent, Bryan Cagney
SPORT
The Munster U16 Players and their coach Mr. Don Buckley
The Munster U19 Players
Conor Desmond, Peter Kelleher, Peter O’Mahony, Pat O’Donovan
The Munster U18 Players
Gavin Nugent, Johnny MacCarthy, Brian O’Hara, Dan Lucey, Bryan
Cagney, David O’Driscoll, Simon Zebo
Barry Cup Winners 2008
The Victorious Bowen Shield Squad 2008
Sponsors of Pres
Rugby
SPORT
S O CC ER
PBC (Cork) 4, Crescent Comprehensive (Limerick) 3
(After extra-time)
A hat-trick of goals from winger Mark Reardon and one from Barry
O'Driscoll gave Pres the title after they lead four times in what was
the best schools soccer final of the year.
Both teams were liberally sprinkled with talented players but Pres
really showed their true grit and determination having led three
times, being pegged back to 3-3 six minutes from the end and taken
to extra-time and yet they triumphed.
Celebration Time!
It was a pity there had to be a loser for both sides contributed
handsomely to a classic encounter in a provincial final that was
played against a backdrop of controversy after both Limerick CBS and Cashel had been expelled from the
inter-schools competition.
Pres playing against the wind in the first half took the lead on 12
minutes when Barry O'Driscoll's free kick came back off the bar and
the alert Reardon headed home the rebound.
Ben Sargent and Mike McNeill fired over before Crescent hit back to
equalise when the hard-working Sargent headed in Ian Storan's free
kick mid-way through the half.
Four minutes later and PBC were back in front when O'Driscoll
drilled home a powerful, left-footed shot from Kenny Murphy's pass
but Crescent were level at 2-2 after 33 minutes play.
Skipper Evan Quinlivan scored after good approach play from John
O'Leary and after Pres 'keeper Brian McPolin had saved O'Leary's Mark Reardon celebrates another goal with
initial shot.
Barry O’Drisoll
Crescent went close to taking the lead for the first time when Mick
McNeill glanced Storan's accurate free kick just wide on the call of half-time. Pres were back in front at 3-2
when Reardon netted with a low drive after controlling a long goal-kick from McPolin and his shot flew into
the net under Shane Geary's body after 52 minutes.
It was the third time in the match that the Mardyke academy had been ahead but Crescent, who had been
waiting to play yesterday's final for the last five weeks, hit back once
more to tie the game up at 3-3 and force extra-time.
John O'Leary had a goalbound shot cleared away by Rob Cronin and
McPolin made a superb save from Sargent's looping header with ten
minutes to go before Dave Cowpar was off target with another
chance for the Limerick boys.
But they grabbed a super third goal in a welter of excitement when
Sargent's cross was headed in by O'Leary who certainly deserved a
goal given his brilliant individual performance.
Both teams were close to winning the game in the last five minutes as
Sargent's header from Andy McDonnell's cross came back off the bar Barry O’Drisoll in action against Crescent
and, at the other end, O'Driscoll's added time free kick beat the
'keeper but came back off the far upright.
And so to extra-time and one player was still switched on and that was Reardon who completed his hat-trick
as he swept home Oisin Deady's pass in the first period of extra-time.
Deady himself hit the woodwork from Reardon's pass as cramp afflicted both teams but it was PBC's day in
the sun as they held on to win a seven-goal cracker.
PBC (Cork) - McPolin; Twomey (capt), Cronin, Newman, Taffe; Reardon, Deady, Wyse, Guerin; K. Murphy & B.
O'Driscoll.
SPORT
Subs. C. Murphy for Guerin & C. O'Driscoll for K. Murphy (extra-time)
The past few weeks have been quite busy with the senior and U14 teams involved in cup and friendly matches.
The senior team were beaten in a well contested match against Limerick CBS in the quarter final of the
Munster Cup. Limerick deserved their victory on the day - they were strong, well organised and clinical in
attack.
The U14 team have yet to begin their Cork Cup campaign but have been busy with training and friendly
matches. Having played Avondale, Corinthians, Blarney and Spiorad Naoimh the team is beginning to take
shape. Players such as Shane Murphy, Jake O Callaghan, Ryan Murphy and Michael Russell will add strength and
experience to a skilful and talented squad. Best of luck to the lads.
CR I CK ET
Presentation Brothers College
Munster Champions
FAIS U18
Gonzaga College (Dublin) and PBC engaged in one of the greatest schoolboys games I have ever witnessed when
the two schools recently met in Gonzaga. Fielding first, Pres had Gonzaga reeling after 15 overs as they had
reduced the Dublin side to 4 for 45. Robert Browner and Jack Marks were superb with the ball in the opening
overs and were backed up by brilliant fielding from the Mardyke school. Brian Scott (a complete newcomer)
displayed tremendous potential in his bowling spell. A late flurry of runs by James McCormick enabled Gonzaga
to reach 125 after the allotted overs.
In reply, Pres got off to a great start when Chris Bannon struck two 4’s in the first over before chasing a wide
ball which led him to be caught at short cover. Peter O’Riordan and Ali Khan then struck up a solid partnership
before O’Riordan was given L.B.W. for a well made 28. Skipper Ali Khan continued tin rich vein scoring runs all
around the wicket. A magnificent 6 by Brian Scott took Pres to within 11 runs of victory. To fail to do so by 1 run
in no way discredits the Mardyke side to end what assistant manager Pat Twomey describes as the best
schoolboys game he had seen in 20 years.
Ali Khan was a superb captain and finished on 29 not out. Pres. will be confident of reversing the result of this 1
run defeat when the two schools clash later in the season at Cork County Cricket club.
Dermot Giltinan
Pres Coach
S P OR T
R OW IN G
With the regatta season now fast approaching Pres can look
forward to a successful campaign after a good winters training.
The school took part in and was successful in a number of
time trial ‘heads of the river’ around the country.
Wins included the Junior 16 eight and quad at Limerick head,
the Junior 16 eight and Junior 15 quad at Killorglin head and
the Junior 16 eight, Junior 15 quad and Junior 18 pair at cork
head.
The school also had another successful year in the Cork Winners of the Junior 15 quads at Limerick regatta
Sculling Ladder winning the Junior 18, Junior 16 and Junior 14
categories.
Congrats to Mark Callanan, Paddy Higgins and David O’
Farrell on winning their respective grades.
Well done to Paddy Higgins, Eoin O’Farrell and Michael
Comyns who have been selected to attend Irish junior
squad trials.
Winners of the Junior 18B eight at the recent Limerick regatta
Best of luck to all athletes for the upcoming season and
a big thank you to all coaches who have helped out during
the past few months.
PBC Rowing Club Fundraiser
GOLF CLASSIC
MONKSTOWN GOLF CLUB
THURSDAY JUNE 19th 2008
Tee reserved from 9 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. and from 1.30p.m. to 5.30p.m.
Teams of 3 men or 3 ladies - Betterball Stableford - Club Handicap
€300 per team
Contact school Office @ 4272743 or at info@pbc-cork.ie
The Leaving Cert Class of 2008
CHESS
All Ireland U/14 Chess Champions
Stephen Quirke, Paul Fenn, Danny Cashin (Captain), Thomas Sheehan, Andrew O’Donoghue, Eoin
McSweeney
PR ES EN T AT I O N CO L L E G E U N IO N
1.
CALLING ALL PAST PUPILS:
IF YOU ARE NOT ON THE MAILING LIST OF PRESENTATION COLLEGE UNION PLEASE FORWARD
YOUR NAME, MAILING ADDRESS, MOBILE PHONE NUMBER, E-MAIL ADDRESS AND YEAR OF
GRADUATION (L.CERT YR.) TO dechealy@eircom.net
2.
GOLF:
CONTACT AUBREY MURNAGHNAN AT murnaghnan_aubrey@emc.com
N O TE ON T H E WI L D BU N C H
Sam Peckinpah's The Wild Bunch is the supreme Western, a genre which can be defined as dealing with
traditional masculine values such as physical courage, loyalty and comradeship, displayed within a hierarchical
group, which becomes a band of brothers as it pursues some
common goal requiring physical force.
The Wild Bunch reminds us that there are differences
between the sexes. For example, most women favour a
collective rather than a hierarchical approach to a common
task. These differences should be debated rather than denied.
But the popularity of The Wild Bunch with men proves that in
in spite of current pressures to play down masculine values, men still prefer the Cuchulainn figures who become
cops, combat soldiers - and conviction politicians.
SENATOR EOGHAN HARRIS
STUDENT COUNCIL 2007/2008
Three were elected from each year group to serve on this year’s student council, with Ali Khan of 5th year as
Chairman. This year, representatives from 1st year were invited for the first time. The council worked closely
with the liaison teacher, Mr Scannell, and the Parent Council Rep, Ms Nessa Dineen, on issues of concern to
students. There have been many achievements of the council this year, including:
At the start of the year, the council worked toward solving the problem of 4th year lockers following the
submission of a petition of almost 100 names via the council. The lack of water fountains in the 1st year yard
was also fixed. The council had input in the allocation parking for senior students, as well as the “Acceptableuse Guidelines for Electronic Media”. Student council members took suggestions from their year groups as
always. Other issues, such as the rules on smoking, uniform and food in the cafeteria, were also discussed as
they came up during the year.
By far the most significant result for students this year was the installation of the new stools in the Science Labs
and the Art Room. A special proposal was drafted by the Secretary on behalf on the council, and approved by
the members of staff. After this, a sample stool was given a “test run” by some of the senior students, before
being installed across the labs.
This had been an issue since the council’s first full year in ‘05/‘06, and it illustrates just how influential the student
council has become since its inception as a voice for students. In 2006, the council’s biggest achievement was
in bringing in ID cards, new fountains and the hangers in the bathrooms; the next year it ensured there was
student input in the successful Health Week and had computers installed in the library. At the moment, the
council is organising its Logo Competition, and Elections are to take place in May. It is clear that the Council
will become an important part of student life over the next few years.
Jesse Harrington, 5/1, Secretary
Best wishes to the students and staff of Presentation Brothers
College.
Thank you for being such a vibrant part of the Presentation Family.
For more information about the work and vocation of the Brothers
visit
www.presentationbrothers.com
REFLECTION
REFLECTION
If I had my life to do over, Iʼd make more mistakes next time.
I would relax.
I would limber up.
I would be sillier than I have been this trip.
I know of very few things that I would take seriously.
I would laugh more and cry less.
I would be crazier.
I would worry less about what others thought of me and
I would accept myself as I am.
I would climb more mountains, swim more rivers and watch more sunsets.
I would watch less T.V. and have more picnics.
I would have only actual troubles and very few imaginary ones.
I would feel only sad, not depressed.
I would be concerned, not anxious.
I would be annoyed, not angry.
I would regret my mistakes, but not feel guilty about them.
I would tell people that I like them.
I would touch my friends.
I would forgive others for being human, and I would hold no grudges.
I would play with more children and listen to more old people.
I would go after what I wanted without believing I needed it.
I wouldnʼt place such a great value on money.
You see, I am one of these people who lived cautiously and sensibly and
sanely hour after hour, day after day.
Oh, Iʼve had my moments and if I had to do it over again
Iʼd have more of them.
In fact Iʼd have nothing else, just moments, one after another, instead of living
so many years ahead each day.
I have been one of these people who never go anywhere without a
thermometer, a hot-water bottle, a gargle, a raincoat and a parachute.
If I had to do it over again Iʼd go places and do things and travel lighter
than I have.
I would plant seeds and made the world more beautiful.
I would express my feelings of life without fear.
If I had my life to do over again I would start barefoot earlier in the spring and
stay that way later into autumn.
I would play hooky more. I wouldnʼt make such good grades except by
accident.
I would ride more merry-go-rounds, and pick more daisies and Iʼd smile.
Written by Nadia Star – aged 86 years old.
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