Golf outing recalls Crokes stalwart
Warm tributes were paid to the late Malachy Walsh at the presentation of the Dr Crokes GAA Club Golf Society President's Prize in Scotts Hotel following the outing at Kenmare Golf Club on Saturday.
A life-long Dr Crokes stalwart, Malachy died suddenly on August 12, 2023 while playing at a club golf outing in Kenmare.
Society President Matt O’Neill’s Prize was once again dedicated in memory of Malachy and the event was won by John Hurley, who was presented with the prize by Malachy’s daughter, Stephanie Quirke, and his sister Sheila Galvin along with Maurice O'Donoghue (Scotts Hotel, sponsor) and Society President Matt O’Neill.
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Frank shares his insights after Mount Everest climb
Fresh from standing on the highest point on Earth, Kerry man Frank McCarthy returned home recently and was welcomed by members of BNI Kerry, where he shared the remarkable story behind his successful ascent of Mount Everest.
He now joins an exceptionally exclusive group, becoming one of only 72 Irish people to have successfully summited Mount Everest, one of just three people from Kerry to achieve the feat, and the youngest Kerry man ever to reach the summit.
His achievement represents years of preparation, unwavering commitment and extraordinary physical and mental resilience. Speaking to members and visitors at BNI Kerry’s weekly meeting, Frank gave a captivating insight into the months of training, the challenges faced on the mountain, and the determination required to reach the roof of the world.
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