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John J. Higgins Collection
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| Author: | NA |
| Format: | Archival Collection |
| Reference code: | GAA/Laois/P1 |
| Published: | NA |
| Covering Dates: | 1914-1917 |
| People Mentioned: | NA |
| Extent: | 181 Items |
| Reproduction: | Limited digital photographs allowed |
| Access: | By Appointment |
| Available: | Yes |
This collection primarily consists of letters received by John J. Higgins, from a variety of sources, relating to the organisation of inter-county hurling in Laois during the period 1914-1917.
The collection offers a rare insight into the ‘behind-the-scenes’ organisation that was involved in the early years of the G.A.A. championships. Through it an understanding and study of the way in which a team prepared for an All-Ireland final is offered; including fundraising and expenses, the organisation of training sessions, advice on how hurling should be played, team selection, the provision of training equipment and the organisation of travelling and accommodation for the squad. The collection also contains a series of letters from Robert O’Keefe, a future president of the GAA, to John J. Higgins which show his involvement in the Laois team of the period.
The John J. Higgins collection has been digitised and is available to view on the GAA Centenary Archive www.gaa.ie/centenary