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Bouncing Monarch put in an impressive trap to line win in the 2026 Con and Annie Kirby Memorial Final to take home the €80,000 and in doing so set a new track record for 525yds in Limerick. Congratulations to Dave Fradgley and all the family and friends who travelled each week to support Bouncing Monarch, trainer Mark O'Donovan and his son Mark and team, and breeder David O'Connor and all the connections.
Congratulations to the winning Limerick GAA Club, Effin GAA, who win €10,000 and a free fundraiser at Limerick Greyhound Stadium.
Thank you to our sponsors Noreen and JP McManus for their sponsorship and support of this wonderful competition in honour of Noreen's late parents.
Trainer Michael O'Donovan speaking to Ian Fortune after an incredible performance from Bouncing Monarch to win the 2026 Con and Annie Kirby Memorial Final. #Kirby2026 #GoGreyhoundRacing #ThisRunsDeep pic.twitter.com/BrcSPedFB9
— Limerick Greyhound Stadium (@LimkGreyhound) April 18, 2026
The biggest night of the year in Limerick Greyhound Racing is here! The 2026 Con and Annie Kirby Memorial takes place this Saturday night, 18th April.
Doors Open 6pm
1st Race 7.17pm
Don't miss the Final of the 2026 Con and Annie Kirby Memorial on Saturday 18th April in Limerick Greyhound Stadium. One lucky greyhound and their connections will secure the €80,000 winner's prize while their nominated GAA Club will take home €10,000.
The very best of luck to each of our 6 finalist greyhounds, their owners, trainers, breeders and connections and their nominated Limerick GAA Clubs.
| 1 | BOUNCING MONARCH | EFFIN GAA |
| Owner: D. E. Fradgley | ||
| Trainer: Michael J O'Donovan | ||
| Breeder: David O'Connor | ||
| 2 | BEANOS YANK | GRANAGH BALLINGARRY CAMOGIE |
| Owner: Pups And Pints Syndicate | ||
| Trainer: Graham Holland | ||
| Breeder: David O'Connor | ||
| 3 | BOCKOS GOLD | GERALD GRIFFINS GAA |
| Owner: The Jolly Good Company Synd | ||
| Trainer: Graham Holland | ||
| Breeder: Shari-Anne O'Donnell | ||
| 4 | BALLYMAC SETANTA | DROMIN ATHLACCA GAA |
| Owner: Liam Dowling | ||
| Trainer: Liam Dowling | ||
| Breeder: Liam Dowling | ||
| 5 | BALLYCOWEN FRANK | KILMALLOCK GAA |
| Owner: Debbie Doyle & Dean Harpur | ||
| Trainer: Michael J O'Donovan | ||
| Breeder: Debbie Doyle | ||
| 6 | JAYKAY FLY | PATRICKSWELL GAA |
| Owner: Carol O'Riordan | ||
| Trainer: Paul Hennessy | ||
| Breeder: Laura Kennedy | ||
Sponsored by JP & Noreen McManus, in memory of Noreen's parents, the Con and Annie Kirby Memorial celebrates 13 years in 2026.
⭐ Cheer home the Greyhound Racing stars of the future in the Final!
🐾 Enjoy a top-class card of supporting races
🏆 Our lucky Club Finalists will support their greyhound in the Club Banner Parade
🍽️ Enjoy a delicious meal in our restaurant as you follow the racing action
🍻 Full Bar available on the night in our Ground Floor & Mezz areas
🍟 Feeling peckish? Enjoy a meal from our Fast-Food counter
🕺 Music after racing to keep the party going with Jukebox Heroes - stick around for the party!
Join the conversation on social media using #Kirby2026
Nothing beats being there and being part of the action but we know that sometimes that's just not possible so if you can't make it, here's how you can watch the Final.
Virgin Media TV 2 will be broadcasting live the 2026 Con And Annie Kirby Memorial Final on Saturday 18th April 9 - 10pm.
The programme will be hosted by Ivan Yates and is a must watch!
Watch it on TV on:
Virgin Media: Channel 103
Vodafone & Sky: Channel 105
Not in Ireland? Good news - the live TV show will be available online for worldwide viewing on their live stream or to watch later via Virgin Media Play. We recommend you log on in advance to register so you don't miss a minute of the action.
The racing will also be available on SISRacing.tv or for customers on Barking Buzz.
Before the big Final, you can recap on the competition so far and learn more about our finalists with the free Virtual Race Programme.
You can also use it to follow the racing action if you're watching from home.
Congratulations to our competition winners, Rebecca Minihan, aged 7 from Ahane Camogie Club, and Kacie Scanlon, aged 11 from Granagh Ballingarry Camogie, who designed our cover artwork for the Final.
The virtual Race Programme looks best when viewed fullscreen, click on the square icon in the middle or corner to make it fullscreen. You can also click here to view it in fullscreen.
Be part of the action on one of the biggest nights in Irish Greyhound Racing at the Con and Annie Kirby Memorial Final.
Adult Admission: €10 per person, including Race Programme
OAP / Student Admission: €5 per person, including Race Programme (Valid ID required)
Admission can be paid on arrival but why not save time and book now!
Coming with a group? Be sure to book in advance and avail of our online exclusive group admission offers.
BOOK YOUR ADMISSION & GROUP OFFERS NOW
Nothing beats being there to soak up the atmopshere and excitement of a night at the dogs. Be part of the action at the 2026 Con And Annie Kirby Memorial and join us for a restaurant meal at Limerick Greyhound Stadium.
Admission can be paid on arrival or you can book in advance online and take advantage of our admission offers and group deals.
Admission customers can soak up the atmosphere on our Ground Floor and enjoy indoor and outdoor viewing of the racing action with bars & fast-food open.
Keep up to date with the latest news on the 2026 Con And Annie Kirby Memorial and all of our racing on Talking Dogs.
On Saturday 19th April, Ballybrown GAA won a whopping €10,000 as the winning nominated Limerick GAA Club in the 2025 Con and Annie Kirby Memorial, kindly sponsored by Noreen and JP McManus.
We took a visit to the club to learn more about them and Denis O'Neill explained how the €10,000 will be used to fund development works within the club and their plans for their free fundraising night in Limerick Greyhound Stadium later in the year.
Throughout the 5 weeks of the competition, Ballybrown GAA were out in force to support Faypoint Ranger, and Anne Hannan tells us about how they got behind their greyhound in the competition.
A massive congratulations to all in Ballybrown GAA on their win and we look forward to seeing them again soon!
Check out the video below of the visit to Ballybrown GAA club.
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Faypoint Ranger and Ballybrown GAA are our 2025 Con and Annie Kirby Memorial champions. Congratulations to owner Patricia Flanagan and husband Chris, trainer Graham Holland and all at Riverside Kennels, nominated club, Ballybrown and all connected with this wonderful success.
A massive thank you to our sponsor Noreen & JP McManus, the Kirby family, all at Martinstown and all involved in this wonderful event.
