PICTURES | Longford school celebrates historic success: Terrific Templemichael triumph

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Templemichael College U16 Boys Basketball Team were crowned Leinster Champions following a thrilling final match last Friday, January 23 at Oblate Hall, Inchicore. READ MORE BELOW PHOTO

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The team delivered a superb performance against Rathdown School (Dublin), showcasing outstanding teamwork, skill, and determination right to the final whistle.

A huge congratulations to all the players, their dedicated coaches Mr McHugh and Ms Keenehan, and the many teachers and supporters who travelled to cheer them on.

This victory is a wonderful moment and a historic first for the school community — a testament to the commitment, talent, and spirit of everyone involved.

All at Templemichael College couldn’t be prouder of their champions!

Meanwhile, on Monday, January 26, Temeplemichael College held a school celebration to mark the success of the U16 boys basketball team.

The team were welcomed into the assembly hall with a guard of honour from fellow students and were presented with the cup in front of the whole school community.

Cllr Peggy Nolan, Chairperson of the Board of Management visited the school to congratulate the players and presented the cup to team captain Clinton Osayande.

Congratulatory speeches were also made by the Principal Ms Nic Dhonnacha and Deputy Principal, Mr Wallace. Team coach Mr Mc Hugh thanked the school community for the support given including all the supporters who travelled to the matches to cheer on the team throughout the season.

He also paid special thanks to Ms Keenehan for her dedication to developing basketball in the school over the last few years and to Ms Jones for looking after the team’s gear and making sure it was ready for match days.

Team captain Clinton also spoke, thanking the coaches, students and school community for their support over the year. The school would like to thank all who spoke on the day, and especially Chairperson Peggy for taking the time to attend and mark the occasion with the team.

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