Limerick GAA notes week ending July 15
AHANE
Condolences: On behalf of the club we send our condolences to Dawson family on the sad passing of Pat. Pat was a former secretary of our club and his grandchildren Cian and Donal are current players with the club. We send our thoughts and prayers to his wife Kathleen, sons Timmy, Shane, daughter Syreeta, daughter in law Fiona, son in law Finbar and all his grandchildren, extended family and friends. May he rest in peace. We are also deeply saddened and shocked to hear of the untimely passing of Greig Oliver, dad to Ciara on our senior team. Greig was a fantastic supporter of our club and was always on the sidelines supporting Ciara alongside his wife Fiona. He will be so deeply missed by us all here in Ahane Camogie. We send all our prayers and love to Fiona, Ciara and Jack at this incredibly sad time.
U11 Football: Well done to our U11 footballers who made the long journey to Abbeyfeale on Tuesday evening to play Fr Caseys. They played some super football, great skills and scores on view. Fantastic stuff lads. Many thanks to the coaches for organising and to the parents who travelled.
U15 Hurling: Well done to our U15’s who beat Kilmallock in the fourth round of the Mr Binman U15 Hurling Championship on Monday.
Junior A Football: Our Junior A Footballers played their second game in the County Championship on Sunday in Cappamore against Hospital-Herbertstown. They were unlucky to not come away with the win as they played some great football and were unlucky to not get a couple of goals! The game ended on a score line of Ahane 0-09 Hospital Herbertstown 1-09
Limerick Hurlers: Another All Ireland awaits. Huge congratulations to Tom, Dan, Ciarán and the Limerick hurlers who secured their place in the All Ireland Final after a convincing win over Galway. We are very proud of the three lads and we are looking forward to supporting them in two weeks’ time in Croke Park.
U13 Camogie: Huge well done to our U13’s who had a great win against Monaleen in the first round of the U13 Development League on Friday night. A great game between two skillful sides. Erin Madigan captained us on the night.
Fixtures: Senior - Ahane v Newcastle West, League Final on Saturday, July 15 at 8pm in Ballybrown.
BALLYBROWN
CUL Camp: We had over 200 children at Cul Camp this year. The weather may not have been the best every day but that did not curb the enthusiasm of anyone - coaches or children. Thanks to Peter Nash, Shaun Barry and all the coaches for your time and patience.
Limerick Hurlers: So, we face Kilkenny in an All Ireland Final next week. We are so proud to have Aidan and Colin involved from the club. It's time to put up the flags and bunting and show them the parish support.
Club Lotto: No winner from our latest draw. Numbers drawn were 2, 7, 11, 12 and B4. Next Week's jackpot is €6,400. Be sure to get your tickets from The Clubhouse Bar, Hayes or local sellers.
Summer Bar Opening Hours: Monday to Thursday - 7pm to 11.30pm; Friday - 6pm to 12.30pm; Saturday - 6pm to 12.30am (subject to change depending on sporting fixtures.) Sunday - 6pm to 11pm (subject to change depending on sporting fixtures.)
BLACKROCK
Club Lotto: No winner from our latest draw. Numbers drawn 4, 7, 16 and 17. €40 lucky dip – Joe and Naoimi McMahon, Promotor Carmel Murphy. €20 lucky dips - Will and Georgina O Sullivan, Promotor Brendan O Brien, Michelle and Steve Cronin, Promotor Carmel Murphy, Denise Weekes, Promotor Carmel Murphy, Bridget McCarthy, Promotor Centra. The jackpot remains at €13,000.
Results: The U19’s commenced competition last week losing to Bruff. We competed well, losing to a very good Bruff team.
Fixtures: U19 v Adare on Tuesday, July 18.
Limerick Hurlers: Congratulations to the Limerick Senior hurlers on a super win over Galway. We now contest the All-Ireland final on Sunday, July 23. There will be a members draw when the tickets become available. This draw is open to all paid up members of the adult club who have submitted their names. Best wishes to the Limerick senior team in the final. We hope the two parishes will be a sea of green. Great times to be a Limerick supporter.
CAHERLINE
Club Lotto: No jackpot winner of our latest draw. Numbers drawn were 6, 19, 23 and 27. Lucky dip winners were Keith Ryan, Mark English, Kitsy Hickey, Fintan Kennedy c/o Uncle Toms and Jake Kennedy (Online). Next week’s jackpot will be €12,800 and the draw will be held on Friday night next via Facebook Live. As always, we appreciate everyone's support. Our lotto tickets can be purchased online or you can buy through the usual outlets in the village.
Limerick Hurlers: Very well done to Limerick's hurlers after they got into another All-Ireland Final on July 23. At the time of putting the notes together, we have no idea what the club allocation will be or if we'll get enough tickets to meet demand. All adult club members will be contacted in the coming days.
Brian Butler Cup: We play a quarter-final next Sunday, July 16 at 7:30pm against Ahane in Caherconlish. Should we progress, the semi-finals will be played on July 20.
Condolence: It was with great sadness and shock that we learnt of the sudden and untimely passing of our former player Pa Carey (RIP) last weekend. Pa was a brilliant goalkeeper and had an excellent hurling brain and gave many great performances for Caherline. We extend our deepest sympathy to Pa's father Morgan his sisters and brothers and all the Carey and Fitzgerald families, especially his uncle Pat (Dolly) who he always said he looked up to as a goalkeeper. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.
CAMOGUE ROVERS
Limerick JFC: We played Na Piarsaigh on Sunday morning last and came away with a win. Well done to the team and management. This leaves us with two wins after having received a walkover in the first game.
Split the pot: Congratulations to Denis Kinnane who was the winner this month. next draw will take place on August Bank Holiday weekend. Many thanks to all who have entered to help with the costs of running the club.
Limerick Hurlers: Well done to the fantastic Limerick squad who have reached yet another final. Ticket requests for members can be emailed to club secretary before Thursday evening.
Fixtures: keep an eye on the clubs social media for more information, the next round of football is mid August with hurling due to begin early August.
EAST BOARD
Brian Butler Cup: The 2023 Brian Butler Cup started on Tuesday and the quarter-finals take place on July 16. Keep an eye on our social media for results and fixtures.
Senior Football: The East Senior Football final will take place on July 13 at 7.30pm. Oola will take on Pallasgreen in Oola. This is the first time in a number of years that the East Senior Football final will be played thanks to both clubs.
Limerick Hurlers: Well done to the Limerick Senior hurlers who defeated Galway last Saturday night to reach the All-Ireland hurling final against Kilkenny.
Ladies Football: Hard luck to the Ladies footballers who lost narrowly to Down in their final group game on Sunday. They have qualified for the All-Ireland Junior semi final against Fermanagh. This is scheduled to take place on July 23.
Camogie: Hard luck to the Limerick Camogie junior team who lost to Roscommon in the quarter-final last Saturday.
FR CASEYS
Fixtures: County Minor Football Championship - Fr Caseys vs Monaleen, Wednesday, July 12 in Monaleen at 7.00pm; County Minor Football Championship - Fr. Caseys vs St. Kierans, Wednesday July 26th in Abbeyfeale at 7.00pm
Limerick SFC: Our senior footballers travelled to Rathkeale last Sunday evening aiming to pick up their first points of the championship against a Claughaun side who had also suffered an opening round defeat. While Fr Caseys ran county champions Newcastle West extremely close, the first round saw Claughaun suffer a heavy defeat to Kildimo-Pallaskenry. We raced into an early lead of 0-6 to 0-1 in the opening quarter. Donagh Kelly was first on the scoreboard with Claughaun soon levelling. Another point from Donagh along with a point from half back Sean Kilbridge and a brace of frees from Dylan Quirke made for the perfect start. Further points from Oisin Woulfe, Mark McCarthy and John Riordan had the Abbeyfeale men leading by seven points as we neared half time but a Claughaun goal late in the first half saw our lead back to four. Scores were at a premium for the first 20 minutes of the second half with both defences on top. Adding three further points to the scoreboard, Claughaun with just one in reply left six points between the teams with the finishing line in sight. Claughaun needed a big reply and with five minutes to go they rattled the net for a second time to resurrect their chances Fr Caseys held their nerve and kicked the final four points of the night to march to a hard-fought seven-point victory. The senior championship now breaks until mid August.
Club Lotto: Fr Casey’s Club Lotto continued last week with a jackpot of €16,600 up for grabs. The numbers drawn were 20, 21 and 22 with the bonus ball 10. We had one match 2 plus bonus winner claiming €100. The Jackpot for next week’s draw now increases to €16,800. Match 2 plus Bonus winner: Breda Nelligan €100 (Promoter: Online) The lucky dip winners were as follows: Hannah Collins €30 (Promoter: Online), Anne Sheehan €30 (Promoter: Mag Nash), Willie Joe Curtin €30 (Promoter: John Murphy). How do you play? Simply select three numbers from 1 to 30 and one bonus number from 1 to 10. If all four chosen numbers appear the jackpot will be won or shared. A match three prize of €500 is also on offer and applies to the 1 to 30 number selection not including the bonus ball. In addition to this we also have a match 2 plus bonus and a host of lucky dip prizes up for grabs each week. The draw will run on a weekly basis, each Tuesday night at 9pm sharp. All ticket sales must be completed prior to 8pm will the draw results shared from 9pm on our Club Facebook Page. Where can you buy a ticket? Tickets cost €2.50 and are available in a host of local shops including Gala Killarney Road, An Siopa Milseán, Kathleens Foodstore, Sheehy's Hardware, Danny Scanlon's, Lanes Foodstore, Cryle View Cleaners, Needles & Pins, The Ploughman, Jack O’Rourkes, Glorach Bingo, DP Lyons Bar, Mag Nash and John Murphy. You can also play online.
GALTEE GAELS
Limerick SFC: The senior footballers travelled to Ballyagran on Friday night last for round two of the Senior Championship. Having won in round one, hopes were high that they could make it two from two. Ballysteen who had lost their opening draw and had other ideas. They were very fast from the throw-in and raced into a 1-4 to 0-1 lead in no time. The game was played in very windy conditions which did not help either team. By half-time Ballysteen were ahead 1–7 to 0–5. Galtee Gaels improved a lot in the second half and got to within a point but that was as good as it got as Ballysteen were able to get away every time their grip on the game was threatened. They ended up running out winners in the second half on a score of 1-14 to 0-13. It is six weeks until the third round where Galtee Gaels will play Adare who have two wins from two.
Australian Gaelic Football: For one former Galtee Gaels, it was a good weekend as Sean McGrath lined out with Michael Cusacks in Sydney who won the New South Wales intermediate football championship final on Sunday last. Congratulations Sean, all here are hoping you will be back In Galtee Gaels colours sooner rather than later.
Fixtures: On Wednesday evening the U17 team play Galbally at home in round one of the championship at 8 pm. On Thursday night the U13 team are away to Monaleen at 7pm. On Tuesday the U11‘s team are away to Ballylanders at 6:45pm.
Ladies Football: On Monday last the U16 team had a good win over Pallasgreen in round two of the championship. Round one has been deferred to a later date and on Monday, July 17 they are away to St Brigids at 7pm in round three.
Hurling: Huge congratulations to John Kiely and the Limerick senior hurling squad on qualifying for the All Ireland senior final with a win over Galway on Saturday last.
HOSPITAL-HERBERTSTOWN
Club Lotto: Our Club Lotto continues weekly every Monday night. Last week’s numbers were 6, 9, 12 and 23. Unfortunately, we had no jackpot winner however our lucky dip winners 5 x €20 were Seamus Fitzgerald, Hospital, Pa Farrell, Hospital, Dean White, Hospital, Darragh McNulty, Hospital, Patsy Hickey, Hospital. Sellers Prize - Margie Murphy. Next jackpot is now €10,000. Reserve Jackpot is €7,300. Tickets can be purchased in local shops from any committee member or online link available on our Facebook page. One line costs €2 or you can avail of the special offer of 3 lines for €5. All support is greatly appreciated.
Club Limerick Draw: The Club Limerick Draw for 2023 has started. You can join at any time. When you support the #CLUBLkDraw you are supporting your local GAA club as half of your money goes to your nominated club. The purpose of the Club Limerick draw is to provide funding for our footballers and hurlers training fund from minor to senior grades. Please contact club officials for details. It can also be done online. Congratulations to Sinead O'Mahony who won €200 in the June draw.
Golf Classic: Please support our Golf Classic which will be held on Friday July 14 at Tipperary Golf Club. This is a vital fundraiser that will help us to upgrade our facilities for future generations. All support will be greatly appreciated. Team of 4 is €200. Tee boxes are €100, Greens are €50. Please contact Brian Deegan on 086 8565531 or any committee member for more information.
Results: U13 Hurling Championship H/H 1-3 Granagh-Ballingarry 1-9; U15 Hurling Championship H/H 2-10 Adare 1-12.
Fixtures: U17 Football Championship away to Ballylanders - Wednesday, July 12 at 7pm; U13 Football Championship away to South Liberties - Thursday, July 13 at 7pm.
Limerick Hurlers: Congratulations to the Limerick Senior Hurling team who beat Galway on Sunday in the All Ireland semi final to reach their fifth final in six years. What an incredible team.
Condolence: Sincere sympathy to the Farrell Family, Bank Place on the sad passing of John. May he rest in peace.
KILTEELY-DROMKEEN
Juvenile Training: This continues every Tuesday evening from 6.30- 7.30pm for U9, U7 and nursery boys and girls. New players and families are always welcome.
Limerick JFC: A great win to continue our strong start to the season against Monagea. A strong first half had us 2-6 to 1-2 with the only blip being the concession of a converted penalty against the run of play. Facing a strong breeze in the second half, we knew the importance of minding the ball. Our clever use of the kick pass allowed us to work up the field where our forwards showed they brought their shooting boots. Further great impact from the bench saw us power home to a 3-10 to 1-4 win. Well done to all players and management and backroom team. Thanks to all supporters for attending: Team: Denny Ahern, Keelan O’Dea, James Dalaigh, James O’Regan, Fionn Murphy, Sean O’Dea, Timmy O’Keeffe; Robbie Holmes, Brendan Gleeson; Dylan Holmes, Matthew O’Dea, Charlie Holmes, Darragh Carroll, Denis O’Dea, Conor Ahern; Christopher O’Dea, Evan McCarthy, Daniel Gleeson, Paudie O'Keeffe, Jamie Kiely, Derek Greene, Matt Hanley, Jack-Donie Franklin, Darren Murphy. Football Management and backroom: Tom Jones, Cedric Laffan, Bosco Ryan, Ollie Coffey, Eamonn O'Dea, Liam Carroll, Gary O'Dea, Pat Ryan, 1st aid is Tommy O'Dea and Mairead Murphy.
FIXTURES: Brian Butler Cup vs Murroe-Boher in Kilteely, Sunday, July 16; U13 Football Div. 1 vs St.Patricks in Rhebogue, Thursday at 7pm, July 13.
KNOCKADERRY
Club Lotto: No winner from our latest lotto draw. Numbers drawn were 1, 6, 11 and 26. Next jackpot is €10,400 and the draw will be held on Thursday, July 13 in Halla Beag Bar. Prizes from last draw are as follows: Liam Hurley, C/O Scanlons Bar, Mark O’Callaghan, C/O Knockaderry GAA, Kevin Sheehy, C/O Knockaderry GAA, Margaret D Collum, C/O Scanlons Bar, Jimmy McMahon, In House Draw; Scanlons Bar - Winning Promoter. Online sales cut-off time is 8.00pm the evening of each draw. Please contact your promoter to purchase tickets if you normally purchased weekly tickets. All monthly and upfront subscriptions are automatically in the draw.
Cul Camp: We had an amazing week at our Cul Camp last week with 85 participants in attendance. Thanks to the coaches and to camp leader Brendan Guiry who did an excellent job all week. On Friday we had our usual treats with our BBQ and visit from the ice cream truck which brought fantastic excitement and joy. Thanks to all parents who followed our drop off and pick up system and to our army of club volunteers who were on hand each day to ensure everything ran smoothly. We await Cul camp 2024.
Fixtures: U13 Football v Ballylanders - Thursday, July 13 at 7pm in Knockaderry; U15 Hurling v Crecora-Manister - Monday, July 17 at 7pm in Crecora; U13 Hurling v Templeglantine - Thursday, July 20 at 7pm in Knockaderry; U13 Football v Claughaun - Thursday July 27 at 7pm in Claughaun; U13 Hurling v St Patrick’s - Thursday, August 3 at 7pm in Rhebogue.
MONALEEN
Club Lotto: The latest lotto draw took place last Thursday night, July 6. This draw is kindly sponsored by Pat Tiernan Motors. The Jackpot was €18,300. The numbers drawn were 23, 16, 8 and 30. Lotto plus draw numbers were 1, 7, 34, 2. Lucky Dip winners were Niall Macken, Richard Haugh, Liam Scully, Siobhan Holland. Next week's jackpot is €18,600.
Limerick SFC: Well done to our senior footballers who got their championship ambitions back on track with a two-point win over Ballylanders on Friday evening.
Senior Results: Senior Football Championship - Monaleen 1-11 Ballylanders 0-12.
Bord Na Nog Fixtures: Wednesday, July 12 - U17 Football Division 1 v Fr Caseys in Monaleen at 7pm; Thursday, July 13 - U13 Football Division 1B v Galtee Gaels in Monaleen at 7pm; Thursday, July 13 - U13 Football Division 3B v Mungret at 7pm.
Bord Na Nog Results: U13 Hurling Division 1 - Monaleen 2-4 Murroe-Boher 1-4.
MUNGRET ST PAULS
U15 Hurling: We were very tight for numbers when our recently crowned Féíle football champions lined out against Monaleen at home in the Division 1 group. There were only 15 players available and very tired bodies ready to play. Monaleen put up the first score but Mungret St Pauls hit the net early on in the game to take a lead and with the help of another goal in the second half we proved too strong. We kept Monaleen to only two points in the second half when we dominated the play to take a much needed win. The Division 3 team were also down on players but filled the gaps with younger players as they took on a very strong Caherline team in Caherconlish. The backs put in a tough game as they were worked very hard, while our forwards kept going for scores, converting seven of them. Caherline led throughout but our players never dropped their heads and kept playing with determination. There are still five more games to play for the Division 3 team while our Division 1 team are currently in fifth place with three games to play. The next match for both are on July 17.
Condolences: Our deepest sympathies to the Mullins and Carey families on the sad passing of Valerie, mother to player Aoife Carey, to Valerie's sisters Claire and Mariann and brother Patrick and their extended families, neighbours and friends. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílis.
U19 Hurling: In the first match for the U19 Hurlers we were hosts to Na Piarsaigh. This game saw both sides in control at different stages throughout. Mungret St Pauls started strongly building up a four point lead but in less than a minute Na Piarsaigh levelled the game with a goal and a point. With a second goal for Na Piarasigh they took a slight lead but not for long as Mungret St Pauls hit hard with our own two goals in less than a minute, this gave us a six point lead at the break. Mungret St Pauls kept topping up their scores as Na Piarsaigh started to break through and take on their own scores. Near the end of the game Mungret St Pauls took their foot off the pedal as Na Piarsaigh netted their third goal of the game but with time up and a five point lead it was Mungret St. Pauls that took the victory in this game. This win now sees them play Ahane in the next round this week.
U17 Hurling: Our U17 Division 2 hurling team played Glenroe in Mungret. The first half was an even game with both sides taking shots at the uprights, Glenroe opened their score with a quick goal, by half time there was only one point separating both sides, Mungret St Pauls the point behind. The next quarter played similar to the first half with little between the two sides, it was not until the last 15 minutes that Mungret St Pauls hit their stride and powered ahead to win by six points. This was a great first game in the Championship. The next match is away to Bruff in early August.
Limerick IFC: It was a wet breezy night when our Intermediate footballers played Pallasgreen in Claughaun. This was a game that saw Mungret St Pauls settle quickly into the pace of the game as they took on scores from all angles while Pallasgreen relied on frees for their scores. This was a second win for our players as they now share the top position with Gerard Griffins in the group as they wait for the next match against Rathkeale in the middle of August.
Limerick JFC: On Sunday last in Rathbane our Junior A footballers played St. Patrick’s. This was a very one sided game where our players dominated the play. After two matches Mungret St. Pauls top the group on scoring difference while they prepare for their next match in mid-August.
PALLASGREEN
Limerick IFC: In the second round of the Intermediate football championship, Pallas proved no match for a good Mungret St Pauls side in Childers Road. A very young Pallas side were gallant but succumbed to a 2-18 to 0-3 defeat. Team: A O’Sullivan, L O’Dwyer, A Moloney, D O’Dea, P O’Dwyer, J Shanahan, T Hourigan, P Franklin, R O’Donnell, L O’Dea, E Roche, J McMahon, A Greene, K Barry, D Fealy. Subs; D Kavanagh, E Delaney, E Mulcahy, S Bradshaw.
Golf Classic: The club will hold its third annual Golf Classic in Ballykisteen Golf Club, Monard Co Tipperary on Friday, August 18. The format will be a Champagne Scramble. With some fabulous prizes on offer including Fourballs at some of Ireland’s leading golf courses. Team of 4 is €200. This includes Golf and two course meal in the Pallas Bar & Bistro. For timesheet please contact Jonathon Deere 086-3722601, Gillian Deere 087-2246877. Facebook Pallasgreen GAA Golf Classic. Payment can be made by Revolut R 087 2843693
Club Lotto: No winner of latest draw. Numbers drawn were: 12, 19,25 and 26. Lucky Dips: Mary Hayes, Eamon Ryan, Thomas Hourigan, Edel Gammell, Fergal Kelly. Lotto is now online. Please see Facebook page for further details.
Club Limerick Draw: The club are promoting the Club Limerick Draw for 2023. For €10 you have a chance of winning the top prize each month of €10,000 plus exclusive prizes and other valuable prizes. To register and for more details please contact club secretary Margo Greene.
Patrickswell
Limerick Hurlers: Congratulations to Cian, Aaron and Diarmaid for their contribution to Limerick's All-Ireland semi-final success against Galway. Best wishes for the final.
U19 Hurling: Patrickswell visit Askeaton on Wednesday, July 12 at 7.30pm in the U19 Hurling Championship.
Fundraiser: Patrickswell's senior hurlers, in association with Milford Care Centre, are currently selling chocolate bars with Golden Tickets inside for €5. Milford Care Centre will receive 50% of the proceeds. If you get a golden ticket, you are in for a prize. The top prize is €500 cash, with other prizes to be announced. Prize winners will be revealed in Punch's Bar on August 12.
Club Lotto: No winner from our latest draw. The numbers drawn were 2, 7, 11 and 12. The bonus number was 4. The €100 Lucky Dip was won by Paula McGregor and the €20 prizes were claimed by Tommy Reidy, Stephen Adams, Deda Gillane, Tommy Ruttle and Rose Keating. This week's jackpot is €6,400.
NA PIARSAIGH
Limerick Hurlers: Massive congratulations to the Limerick senior hurling team who qualified for yet another All Ireland senior hurling final following an excellent win over Galway. This team continues to break records and we are so proud to have four brilliant representatives in the squad. Mike Casey, Will O'Donoghue, Peter Casey and Conor Boylan all saw action in a pulsating game. We wish all concerned the very best wishes as they prepare for the challenge of Kilkenny in two weeks. We also had representatives on the underage squads over the weekend. The Limerick U14s stopped off in Moneygall to take on Tipperary on their way to Croker and had a great outing. Shane Waters and Daragh Kirwan were our representatives on the squad. The Limerick U15 hurlers were also in action where they faced Galway in Gort also on the way to Croke Park and had a great win. We had Conor Bermingham, Danny Sheehan, David O’Keeffe, Marcus Murphy and Alex Kearns all in the squad. Well done to all the teams.
Limerick SFC: Our senior footballers were back in action in round 2 of the championship when they travelled to Mungret to take on Adare on Friday evening. It was a close affair especially in the first half with the strong breeze at our backs in the opening stages. We played some good football in those opening 30 minutes and got some excellent scores courtesy of Dylan Cronin and Evan Egan. We did however concede a sucker punch of a goal before the break to undo all our good work. We began the second half against the breeze and again created many openings and should possibly have raised a green flag or two ourselves. Adare showed their experience and slowly pulled away but not for the valiant effort from our lads. Final score was Adare 1-10 Na Piarsaigh 0-4. Team: Eoghain Sherlock, Diarmuid Ryan, Shane Walsh, Ralph Leonard, Reuben McCarthy, Cathal McMullen, Evan O’Brien, Ruairi O’Connaill, Ronan Houlihan, Kevin Nolan, Evan Sweeney, John Moloney, Dean McLoughlin, Dylan Cronin, Evan Egan. Subs: Tom McKeon, Brian Burke, Christy O’Hagan, Cian Harrington, Conor Killian, Derek Grimes, Jack McCarthy, Jamie Wilson, Sam Jordan.
U13 Hurlers: Our U13 hurlers opened their campaign when they travelled to Kilmallock to take on the locals. A tough game with no quarter asked or given. We unfortunately came out on the wrong side of a 1-7 to 1-4. A good performance with lots to work on for the weeks ahead.
Summer Camp: We held our first part of a two week summer camp last week with some excellent skills on show. We wish to thank all our coaches who gave great support all week and also thanks the kids and parents for again supporting our camp. Week 2 will be held from August 21 to 25.
All-Ireland Final Tickets: Now that the Limerick senior hurlers have qualified for the All Ireland Final our draw will add extra spice this week. With tickets at just €5 it will surely be a popular seller this week. Draw takes place next Monday evening July 17 at 10pm. First prize is two All Ireland hurling final tickets plus €300 and second prize is two All Ireland football final tickets plus €300. Get your ticket today from any committee member.
ST KIERAN'S
Limerick SFC: St Kieran's were defeated by Newcastle West by 0-12 to 1-6 in Round 2 of the County Senior Football Championship at Askeaton Gaelic Grounds on July 7. The strong wind made it a difficult evening for the players with the county champions adopting better and spreading their scoring over the two halves. They led by 0-7 to just one point converted by Dylan Moloney for St Kieran's at half time. They were double scores ahead 0-10 to 0-5 entering the final 10 minutes. An Alan Daly cracker of a goal made the closing stages exciting, but Newcastle West held out for the victory. Both teams were missing players for various reasons. The championship will take a break now until mid-August. Team Craig Mac Innes, Aaron Heffernan, Donal Nolan, Johnny Mc Carthy, Diarmuid Mulcahy, Michael Shanahan, Brendan Mc Carthy, Mossie Shine, Cormac Mann, Sean Ryan, Michael Long, Adam Lacey, Eoin Mc Enery, Dylan Moloney 0-2, Alan Daly 1-4. Subs Kevin Guina, Anthony Molyneaux, Anthony Mullins.
Rounders: Congratulations to St Kieran's junior ladies’ rounder's team who defeated Castletown Liam Mellows 9-4 at Emo County Laois in their first match this season. Team Emma Galvin, (Captain), Sandra Larkin, Grainne Enright, Stef Downes, Siobhan Halligan, Nathalie Bezus, Lorraine Flavin, Aisling O'Sullivan, Katelyn Hayes, Deirdre Ambrose, Majella O'Connor. Coach Michael Sheahan.