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Oral History

Fergus Benson

Fergus Benson discusses his career playing for the Galway hurling team. He recalls his experiences playing minor, junior, intermediate, and senior for his county and describes playing in Croke Park in the 1958 All-Ireland Senior Hurling Final. Fergus also considers how hurling has changed since his playing days, in terms of the actual game and the improved conditions for players. Furthermore, he outlines the successes and failures of Loughrea Hurling Club and discusses his involvement in administration, training, and refereeing since his retirement. Finally, he mentions the various sports he has taken up in his latter years.