Where loss is a genuine tragedy

Today in Tralee Golf Club there’s a golf classic with a difference. It’s a fundraiser for three hospital-related charities, organised by former Kerry All-Ireland winning captain Ger Power in memory of his daughter Jane, who passed away last year. He spoke to Michael Moynihan.

WHAT happens when a man with eight All-Ireland medals finally hangs up his boots?Ger Power had enjoyed himself since his playing days ended. He was based in Tralee, where having the lowest golf handicap out of all the Kerry Golden Years players gave him a head start when the banter started at reunions.

For dressing-room banter he helped out training the Kerry hurlers, trading one-liners with youngsters who weren’t born when he won his first All-Ireland medal, or his last.