As the opening of the new pitch was celebrated those who sowed the grass roots of the club 40 years ago were remembered, especially those who are no longer with us to enjoy the fruits of their labour. This photograph was taken in Musgrave Park 40 years ago following the J3 Cup Final and includes, back row, Owen Moriarty, Mick Harrington, Mick O’Sullivan, Victor Rothwell, Breandan Hegarty, John Arnott, Liam Crowley, Brendan Hyde, Eoin Teehan, Herbie Mitchell, front row, Pat O’Sullivan, Terry McCarthy, Martin Mitchell, Bill Crowley (Captain), Liam Carroll, Teddy Madden, Brian Moss and Tim Joe O’Regan.
