Originally Posted by
a country voice
Isnt it great to see something work for a change though!
The clubs in their infinite wisdom passed that Limerick 37 can use Jackman Park.
Think of the benefits this will have for all grades of soccer in Limerick lads.
I know a lot of clubs will be thinking of money straight away, and there's goin to be plenty.
Solidarity grants from UEFA, every club that has a youth team will benefit from this.
Jackman Park will now be developed as Limericks stadium, the L.D.M.C and the clubs will still own it, but it will be developed now without any cost to the clubs or the L.D.M.C. This could never have happened without having a proper integrated approach including all levels of football in the city, from schoolboys all the way up to senior. Even the annual maintenance of the pitches and the park which is a serious cost will be borne by Limk 37. All finals will still be played in the Park, and they will now be played in top grade Eircom League standard facilities!
A serious effort at coaching and training support will come into being with the new arrangements. This will again benefit all clubs at all grades in the city.
Talk about a win-win situation! Im glad that common sense prevailed.
If common sense hadnt prevailed, a few things might have happened.
Limk 37 might have collapsed. The park would still be the way it is in another 10 years time, and soccer in Limerick might have fallen even further behind where it should be!
Anyway, well done to all involved. I hope all concerned in all the clubs will enjoy the rich rewards that will arise from last tuesday nights decision in the boro. And remember, Limerick 37 is your club, its owned by the leagues so be sure to get down there and support em in their matches in the new home of limerick soccer. By the way I meant to post this yesterday, but i was just too busy.
Regards
A Country Voice
I wont quote anyone today, I'll paraphrase a certain former U.S. president...................Ask not what your club can do for you,................. but what you can do for your club