Kilkenny man conquers 'Waterland Marathon' after overcoming every obstacle Ten years ago Brian (35) was in poor health, had to give up hurling and spent long stints in hospital. Now he’s run a marathon across North Kilkenny Reporter: sam.matthews@kilkennypeople.ie Brian Kavanagh, pictured with his sons Edward (aged three) and John (who turned one last Thursday) at home in Waterland, near Galmoy outside the family bug hotel '); '); A Galmoy man who has grappled with health battles in recent years has shown the power of perseverance and the support of others after completing a marathon ...