Golf challenge keeps the spirit of GAA going strong

By Bill George examines the spectacular success of a tournament exclusively for GAA players.

THE success of the FBD All-Ireland Golf Challenge for GAA players has proved so spectacular that this year a waiting list of teams anxious to compete in the Munster section had to be drawn up.

The competition, in its fourth year, now has the Irish Examiner on board as a key sponsor. It is open to teams of four representing GAA clubs, is disputed on a provincial basis first and, for logistical reasons, entries are limited to 30 teams per province.