Waterford Hurling, Residency Rows and a County Final in Chaos

The year was 1924, and the circumstances surrounding the 1924 Waterford County Hurling Final were contentious, to say the least! On the field were reigning champions, Dungarvan, and city side T.F. Meaghers when the Gentle County showpiece pairing came into doubt. Erin’s Own made a Rule 11 objection, concerning a player who lined-out for Meaghers. The case centred around Meaghers’ John Purcell and the complications concerning his address and residencies during a turbulent time in Irish history. How would the decision the taken in committee room of the Eastern Board impact the game on the pitch? Cian Manning brings the age old Waterford/Kilkenny boundary into question, and teeth, skin, hair and nails were flying in studio. Play to listen back in full. Keep up to date on all the latest from The Big Breakfast Blaa with Ollie and Dymphna from 6am until 10am daily.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.