Alex Doherty memorial Shield Final:
Andrew Dowlen-Gilland 3-1 David Burnie (8-15, 15-11, 16-14, 15-9).
Sir Andrew triumphed in the inaugural season for the Shield Tournament. This was a new tournament for the players that lost in the first round of the club championship. Alex Doherty was a long, loyal member of the club and for several years it was only due to his single handed efforts that the club managed to remain operational. His tasks included being Chairman, Treasurer, Secretary, Membership Secretary as well as physically keeping the property in a reasonable condition. Alex sadly passed away last year and this seemed a fitting way to honour him for all he done for the club. There certainly wouldn’t be a club today if it hadn’t been for Alex’s efforts and commitment.
The trophy was presented on the night by Alex’s Grandchildren Julia and Cairan Corcoran accompanied by Alex’s daughter Carrie Corcoran. Carrie said “Mum (Alex’s widow) was touched to recieve the invite and notification about the tournament, she is unable to attend but can remember clearly constantly having to pick up receipts/bank money etc when Alex was at the club. We are all moved by the Squash Clubs new tournament in Alex’s memory.”