Billy Lyons calls full time:

I have decided, after long and careful consideration, to retire as Press Officer of the Cork AUL at the end of this season.
I really enjoyed meeting the teams, the managers and players and referees at so many games, in all kinds of weathers, on all kinds of pitches, over the past 31 years.
It will leave a big gap in my life but I must say I am looking forward to �normal� weekends.
I wish the best to you all and to all those who work for the benefit of local football. I will no doubt be seeing you around as I intend to call to the local venues at match-time, certainly on the fine days!

--- Billy

Billy (a former Referee himself) receives a presentation from Gene Stephens Chairman ISRS Cork to mark his contribution to local Soccer over 31 years.

He will be truly missed and an impossible act to follow. Billy who for 31 years has reported on all divisions of the AUL with great wisdom, honesty and integrity.

ALL members of the Cork Branch of the Irish Soccer Referees Society wish Billy all the best in his retirement.