 This team, captained by Danny Rick O' Donovan of the Shamrock Bar, won its way through Munster Senior Football Championship but was defeated by Kickhams of Dublin in the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship final at Jones’ Road, a game played in February 1899.Although defeated this team established a tradition, which has stood well to the club over the years and guaranteed its survival during difficult times in the years following.In its 127 year history the club has played a significant role in the affairs of the G.A.A.