Power broker: How Pat Murphy created a West Waterford golf dynasty

Pat Murphy reflects on a life's journey in the game and his impact that shaped the careers of Seamus Power, Gary Hurley and more 

Star pupil: Ireland's Seamus Power had his golfing skills and passions developed by Pat Murphy at West Waterford Golf Club. Pic: Sportsfile

A young affable chap turned up at West Waterford Golf Club, he was a sports fanatic but his early years had been dedicated to GAA and Pat Murphy could not have expected much on that first encounter.

Celia Walsh had asked Murphy to take a look at Seamus Power, it was as if she knew there was something special about to unfold. It only took a few minutes for everything to become clear. It was raw talent, something only the greats are born with and although plenty of hard work was needed to hone his skills, there was no doubt that this 12-year-old would be given every chance.