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Post by kerrygold on Oct 25, 2014 20:09:59 GMT
The notebook affair: Paul Galvin scores some points
Saturday, October 25, 2014
By John Fogarty GAA Correspondent In an exclusive extract from his autobiography, Paul Galvin gives his account of slapping referee Paddy Russell’s notebook from his hands during the Munster semi-final in 2008.
Kerry football star Paul Galvin has revealed for the first time the background to one of the most infamous incidents in his high-profile career.
In an exclusive extract from his autobiography, Paul Galvin: In My Own Words, in today’s Irish Examiner, the four-time All-Ireland winner gives his account of slapping referee Paddy Russell’s notebook from his hands during the Munster semi-final against Clare in Killarney six years ago.
The incident sparked huge controversy and put Galvin in the national headlines for months. His altercation with Russell happened after he was shown a second yellow card for an off-the-ball incident with Clare’s John Hayes. It was a cataclysmic moment for the Finuge man, who had been so desperate to captain his county that year that he put off surgery on a troublesome hamstring tendon.
“It was basic instinct, an impulsive reaction born out of frustration,” he writes.
“Frustration at not finishing my first game as captain just as I was getting into my stride. Frustration at the seven or eight other games I didn’t get to start or finish as captain. Frustration at missing the whole year up to this point through injury. Frustration at the long hours of painful physio and rehab work to avoid surgery. Frustration at training on my own.
“Frustration at having played all through 2007 with the help of painkillers for the same injury. Frustration at the doubts about whether I was even injured in the first place because, in my desperation to play for Kerry, to captain Kerry, I continued to train and play on the injury. Frustration at watching us win a league semi-final. Frustration at watching us lose a league final. Frustration at being on the receiving end of a bad decision. Frustration at Paddy Russell’s omertà. Pure frustration. None of that offers any excuse, just a little context.”
Galvin was handed a six-month suspension, which was reduced to three after he and Kerry took the case to the Disputes Resolution Authority. Remarkably, referee Russell never mentioned the notebook incident in his match report. Neither did two of the GAA’s disciplinary committees refer to video evidence of what happened.
Galvin also criticises the linesman, Mike Meade, who advised Russell to send him off. “He publicly referred to my ‘stupidity’ and a lot more besides. His need to explain himself, though that didn’t appear to me to be standard practice, was telling; as the saying goes, when you’re explaining you’re losing. His decision to report me for jostling was incorrect in my opinion. My reaction made that irrelevant.”
In Monday’s Irish Examiner, Galvin writes for the first time about when he accidently hit a student with a duster which he threw in class while teaching in St Brendan’s College, Killarney.
© Irish Examiner Ltd. All rights reserved
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Post by kerrygold on Oct 25, 2014 20:13:44 GMT
Can't wait for this one. I don't generally take the time to read sports books but this one won't be let down once started. Hopefully it will be as explosive as his power play when in the zone as a Kerry footballer. My stand out favourite Kerry player from Kerry's most recent Golden Generation.
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Post by fitz on Oct 25, 2014 22:39:33 GMT
An extremely well written piece, the exchange at the end between Darragh and Russell is priceless
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Post by Ballyfireside on Oct 26, 2014 20:15:30 GMT
He would have been characteristic of the player who inspired of my poem Different Kings of Kingdom, although it had reached what we will call 'the practical completion stage' before Paul really showed us how different he could be! To me his greatest achievement was single handedly turning around a Munster final vs Cork when called from the bench and not all greats have that on their CV. He deserves all the good fortune he gets for what he gave us yet he will always be a target of hurlers on the ditch, ah pun not intended! Stay away from the self-destruct button Paul, you're better than that man!
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Post by gamechanger10 on Oct 28, 2014 1:46:15 GMT
He was our Braveheart. When the ammo is spentthen he would attack with the bayonet until death.. You can't train that, it had to be in the heart. Great man
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Post by fitz on Oct 28, 2014 10:27:41 GMT
That was the 2010 Munster final I think K-man referenced, from a game that looked going away from us he engineered the tide turn and by the end it was Cork that were looking for the final whistle to be saved. Remember 06 against Armagh dragging John Toal by the bib/jersey off the pitch, shipping a couple of digs in the process before getting sent off, which obviously not good but more a statement and indicator Kerry were ready for anything that day. Now I didn't see it clearly was down near Hearty's goal but did he give Geezer a bad belt leading up to that, not embellishing the act just adding context that with the good sometimes came the not so good. Tough as nails though and a real on field leader. Arf Mhacha and others correct my interpretations if wrong.
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Post by homerj on Oct 28, 2014 12:41:40 GMT
he is surely due a late late show appearance this friday night so?
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Post by ballynamona on Oct 28, 2014 13:19:23 GMT
That was the 2010 Munster final I think K-man referenced, from a game that looked going away from us he engineered the tide turn and by the end it was Cork that were looking for the final whistle to be saved. Remember 06 against Armagh dragging John Toal by the bib/jersey off the pitch, shipping a couple of digs in the process before getting sent off, which obviously not good but more a statement and indicator Kerry were ready for anything that day. Now I didn't see it clearly was down near Hearty's goal but did he give Geezer a bad belt leading up to that, not embellishing the act just adding context that with the good sometimes came the not so good. Tough as nails though and a real on field leader. Arf Mhacha and others correct my interpretations if wrong. I think he saw red because of throwing water bottles. Really silly to be honest, but as you say, with the good came the bad. He could have really cost Kerry that day, the game was still in the balance then.
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Post by southward on Oct 28, 2014 21:41:12 GMT
That particular spat was started by Toal who gave him a few digs in the shoulder. Looked like a set up by Joe Kernan; Paul, unfortunately, fell for it.
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Post by givehimaball on Nov 1, 2014 9:02:03 GMT
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Post by Ballyfireside on Nov 1, 2014 17:12:08 GMT
The picture of him and Noel O'Leary and along with the story he tells about that episode is interesting; that the body language is authentic tells a tale in itself, 'a picture tells a thousand words'. What he has in common with Patrick Kavanagh is a guess, although Kavanagh was hardly Mr Popular either! Now for anyone who thinks that I myself engages in self promotion then stop reading. The pic on the video at the end of this Examiner article is typical of what inspired of the following verse, and there are other 'demonstrations' of this classic spectacle; E.g. Timmy 'Horse' Kennelly and Tom Sullivan, the latter from a click by was it Sully in the photos thread on here? I felt the words connect with the action, albeit more so when the full poem that is 400 verses in in full flow. Maybe Paul made up for any lack of connection, actions speak louder than words!!! "Fashioned, faithful and fluent, of that voltage spike virtuous unison circuiterse. Of the poetic peileadÓir paraphernalia hovering dimension, of rhyme, rhythm and reason. For the Kerry head to toe to hand, in-flight mid-air-space, spate of sporadic, surging, savvy, speeding, sortie, spinning, solo spree. Of concerted and composed, harmonious symphonic, mind over ball, man over ball, centre of gravity, airborne suspension. Ferocious, fit and fearless of defending and roaming, then charging, lunging and thrusting propulsion. Unbreakable, impenetrable fortress, of military level bomb proof encryption" And now here's a more straight forward piece, and you are free to burst your arse at the second last line, but hardly the last! Ah maybe I'm goin' on a bit here, maybe it mightn't be a good idea for a blatherer like me to read the gospel words according to Saint Paul, if it is read at local churches then mass attendances are be sorted! Well of bloody course they are! "It granites him solid, and it teaks him tough. It corrugates his courage of conviction, and it jolts his guts. It strains and stress-tests, the spur and spike of stamina. And then it camouflage clads him of gigantic jetty, jib, jugular gadget. Of gag and jar, of joust and jilt, of jab, jag 'n jut". It steels him strong, and it concretes him brute. It hales him hearty, and then it brains him astute. Balances the temperament, keeping the pure, poor, hoor cute."
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Post by seamo on Nov 1, 2014 17:13:53 GMT
Diffinitly buying this one. I'm very fussy about my books and particularly sports books, but given the "colourful" character that Paul is, this one is bound to be a great read.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 1, 2014 18:42:43 GMT
Have read the book. It is well worth a read and well above the standard of most sport autobiographies. It is easily better than keanes book. We get a real insight into Paul's personality and what makes him tick.
At times it is a little self indulgent but Paul is being true to himself which I respect. Paul at times gets a few things wrong in respect of games eg the timing of certain goals but that only bothers a sports nerd like me.
Paul comes across well and does not get into much score settling. Although he does have a good cut off Conor counihan and the Clare footballer john daly.
The book is a must have for any Kerry person and for everyone else plenty to recommend about it.
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Post by sullyschoice on Nov 1, 2014 23:48:11 GMT
Picked up a copy today. Thats fecked up someones Christmas present ideas.
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Post by seamo on Nov 2, 2014 0:43:06 GMT
Picked up a copy today. Thats fecked up someones Christmas present ideas. Rest assured that's not what I was planning to get you!
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Post by wideball on Nov 2, 2014 15:36:04 GMT
Doing a book signing in woulfes bookshop listowel November 22nd
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Post by glengael on Nov 2, 2014 17:23:55 GMT
Picked up a copy today. Thats fecked up someones Christmas present ideas. Tis all right Sully, I bought that One Direction Calender for you so you needn't be too downhearted......
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Post by Sons of Pitches on Nov 3, 2014 11:56:44 GMT
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Post by leesider on Nov 3, 2014 15:39:21 GMT
Although he does have a good cut off Conor counihan What did he say about Counihan?
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Post by seamo on Nov 3, 2014 19:54:41 GMT
Although he does have a good cut off Conor counihan What did he say about Counihan? Don't be a cheapskate buy the book! There's surely a quality book shop in Wilton selling it!!! lol
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Post by Deleted on Nov 3, 2014 20:09:46 GMT
Although he does have a good cut off Conor counihan What did he say about Counihan? In summary he does not think much of counihan's management ability. Cork were predictable and were often outsmarted. He is also critical of the way counihan used o'leary against galvin and that it actually hurt the cork team overall in terms of stopping Kerry. Also he implies that counihan would regard it a success if both galvin and o'leary were sent off
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Post by greengold35 on Nov 3, 2014 21:50:16 GMT
I would have to agree with him about '08 & '10; he was simply awesome in the replay in PUC; dragged us up from the ground to win- can still see him in front of the uncovered stand toying with Fintan Goold, running down the clock- Goold could not lay a finger on him as Galvin turned and twisted; eventually Goold hauled him down- Kerry free, yellow card for Cork, another minute gone- the euphoria of the win was somewhat tempered as news of the "fish hook" spread- absolutely convinced had we had Tomas & Paul in the Down game that we would not have lost- but that's another story! Some great interviews, off to Easons on Sat for a signed copy!
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Post by leesider on Nov 6, 2014 13:20:02 GMT
What did he say about Counihan? Don't be a cheapskate buy the book! There's surely a quality book shop in Wilton selling it!!! lol I did try to buy it seamo but when I went to Eason's in Patrick Street such was the frenzy of Corkonians to get their hands on this particular tome I was barged out of the way and knocked unconscious. I'm in no shape to be reading anything since then What did he say about Counihan? In summary he does not think much of counihan's management ability. Cork were predictable and were often outsmarted. He is also critical of the way counihan used o'leary against galvin and that it actually hurt the cork team overall in terms of stopping Kerry. Also he implies that counihan would regard it a success if both galvin and o'leary were sent off Hardly ground-breaking revelations there. In fact most Cork people would agree that Conor was no tactical genius and that he made a number of mistakes during his time in charge. The most notable being the crazy decision to start Kieran O' Connor on Declan O' Sullivan in the 2009 AI final. Still though, he beat every major football county in Croker during his time in charge (except yerselves) and could not be faulted for effort and dedication. He also never made excuses when he was beaten even if sometimes he was entitled to(after 2009 he didn't mention anything about Kennelly).The Cork players also respected him greatly. As regards using Noelie to get Galvin sent off; Paul, if you were able to control your temper then it wouldn't be a problem.
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Post by Annascaultilidie on Nov 6, 2014 13:30:23 GMT
As regards using Noelie to get Galvin sent off; Paul, if you were able to control your temper then it wouldn't be a problem. No the point was that, sure, PG would get sent off but CC, according to PG's viewpoint, didn't exactly show that he valued his man. PG thought he must be worth more than Noel if being sent off were a pos for Cork.
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Post by leesider on Nov 6, 2014 15:52:50 GMT
As regards using Noelie to get Galvin sent off; Paul, if you were able to control your temper then it wouldn't be a problem. No the point was that, sure, PG would get sent off but CC, according to PG's viewpoint, didn't exactly show that he valued his man. PG thought he must be worth more than Noel if being sent off were a pos for Cork. OK, if that was what Galvin was saying then I agree with him. It is stupid (and insulting to Noel) not minding having him sent off in order to get an oppostion player sent off. However I'd be suprised if Counihan would do such a thing as I know the man personally and I doubt it to be honest. Simply for the fact it is too risky as in the event of provocation the ref could easily just send Noel off and leave Galvin on. That would leave Counihan (and Noel) looking fairly silly!
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Post by playitfair on Nov 6, 2014 17:42:08 GMT
If I recall correctly, Noel O'Leary was either moved or taken off straight away in 2010 in PUC when Galvin came on.
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Post by Jo90 on Nov 6, 2014 18:00:27 GMT
Very good read. Got it for Kindle App for ten euro from Amazon. On the Late Late tomorrow night. The Splinter is a terrible interviewer of sports people, GAA players in particular.
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Post by Mickmack on Nov 6, 2014 19:34:54 GMT
Noelie obviously has no self respect to keep doing Counihans bidding on that tactic. Similarly, Counihan had no respect for Noelie and Paul makes that point.... Cork don't respect their players sometimes. I agree with PG fully on this.
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Post by leesider on Nov 6, 2014 22:52:08 GMT
Noelie obviously has no self respect to keep doing Counihans bidding on that tactic. Similarly, Counihan had no respect for Noelie and Paul makes that point.... Cork don't respect their players sometimes. I agree with PG fully on this. Come on, are you seriously trying to tell me that Conor Counihan went to Noel O' Leary before we play Kerry and says "Right Noel I want you to give Galvin a few digs so he will give you a few back. It doesn't matter if you get the line yourself, I don't give a s***e as along as that fella gets the road at the same time. Sure you are useless anyway" Cop on like.
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Post by Mickmack on Nov 7, 2014 8:45:06 GMT
Noelie obviously has no self respect to keep doing Counihans bidding on that tactic. Similarly, Counihan had no respect for Noelie and Paul makes that point.... Cork don't respect their players sometimes. I agree with PG fully on this. Come on, are you seriously trying to tell me that Conor Counihan went to Noel O' Leary before we play Kerry and says "Right Noel I want you to give Galvin a few digs so he will give you a few back. It doesn't matter if you get the line yourself, I don't give a s***e as along as that fella gets the road at the same time. Sure you are useless anyway" Cop on like. Believe what ever suits you. It was taken a stage further in the 2012 QF in Killarney when McManamin was sent on as a blood sub and immediately started throwing punches at Galvin. Galvin had two choices. Stand his ground or run. The ref booked both. McManamin goes off immediately... mission accomplished as a blood sub .
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