Return of Willie’s Boot

Following Willie Kissane’s untimely death in 1997 at the age of 36, a magnificent trophy was specially commissioned by VEC FC. Willie had played 160 games for VEC and scored 56 goals! His football boot, which was painted in bronze, was presented to the club by Willie’s wife, Susan. The Club then organised the 8-team annual Invitational Willie Kissane Tournament in each of the 20 years from 1998-2017 in Willie’s memory. Then on a sentimental day in August 2017, after the 20th and final Tournament took place, it was decided to return the Trophy to his family. The picture shows Noel Ryan – on behalf of the Club – presenting Willie’s father-in-law Eddie Power with Willie’s Boot. [See list of winners here]