Club Notes - 2nd July

 

Club Lotto

Our weekly lotto takes place on Tuesday night next.  Next week's Jackpot will be €18,600. Tickets can be purchased from club sellers and by clicking on the following link - https://abbeycourtygaa.clubzap.com/categories/lotto/products
 

Or alternatively scan the QR code below.

Bingo

Our regular Sunday night Bingo continues every week in the CBS Hall.  Eyes down at 8.00pm.
 

‘Win A House In Waterford’ Draw

We ask all our supporters to please support the Win a House in Waterford draw, which is ongoing at present.  Along with our Camogie and Ladies Football clubs, we are seeking to raise enough money through this draw to build toilets and dugout on our new pitch.  As well as having a chance to win a fantastic prize you will be helping us provide better facilities for all our members.
Tickets are available from any club committee member or online at www.winahoiseinwaterford.com.  If purchasing online, please remember to use the drop-down menu to select Abbeyside Ballinacourty as your club.

 

Minor Hurling All Ireland Champions

On behalf of all in the club, we would like to congratulate Aaron Walsh and his Déise teammates on their superb 1-18 to 0-10 victory over Clare in the All-Ireland Minor Hurling Championship Final in Semple Stadium, Thurles on Saturday.  Aaron is only the sixth Abbeyside clubman to win an All-Ireland title.  Hopefully Aaron will be a member of more successful club and county teams in the years to come.

Aaron Walsh, All-Ireland Minor Hurling Champion with family members in Thurles

Aaron Walsh, All-Ireland Minor Hurling Champion with some Abbeyside clubmates

Well Kids 2025!!!

Saturday morning was throw-in for our 2025 Well Kids activities.  The Well Kids initiative is designed by expert coaches to provide a fun and exciting introduction to the GAA, for children aged four and five.  The primary aim of Well Kids is to attract young children and parents of all backgrounds to our GAA clubs. Fun and enjoyment are at the core of Well!Kids and we are aiming for a top class coaching experience for children in the community.  Why not bring your child along next Saturday to join in the fun - you'll receive a very warm welcome!
 

A Day to Remember for Our U11s!

They filled a 33-seater bus and left Abbeyside at midday in fine voice, with singing and chanting lasting the full one hour and twenty minutes to Littleton, where we faced Moycarkey Borris GAA.
The boys played two very well-contested matches, with the lads from Tipp and Waterford moving the ball brilliantly.  When the hurling was done, it was into the clubhouse for refreshments, which were very well received.  We thank the Moycarkey club for their warm welcome and hospitality.
Then it was back on the bus for the spin into Thurles for a final refuelling stop at Dr. Morris Park, alongside Semple.  Pizzas were quickly dispatched, and the singing and chanting continued while queuing at the turnstiles – the atmosphere was brilliant, and our boys added to it!
In the stand, the boys gave their very vocal support to the amazing minors throughout the match.  The scenes at full time will be etched in the memories of our young hurlers forever and will surely help develop their love and enjoyment of our games.
When it was time to head for home, we gathered the boys on the pitch (it took a while!), did a last headcount, and returned to the bus for the journey back to the Déise.  Needless to say, the noise levels were impressively high all the way home – but we can guarantee they all slept well that night!
All in all, it was a fantastic day for the boys.  The minor team, including our clubmate Aaron Walsh, are truly an inspiration for all our young hurlers, and we congratulate them on their epic victory.  They’re setting a great example for the next generation!

U11s at the All-Ireland Minor Hurling Final in Thurles

U12's at the Southeast Football Sevens

It was an early start for our U12s on Sunday morning as they travelled to Tinryland GAA in Carlow to take part in the Souteast Sevens Football tournament.  The Ballinacourty boys were pitched in a group with Naomh Eanna (Wexford), St Broughans (Offaly) and O'Hanrahans (Carlow).  The boys played mighty football to progress through the group undefeated and won their quarter final.  The day came to an end however at the semi final stage with a loss to Cellbridge.  It was a really enjoyable day for the boys and they represented our club very well.
 

U12s at the South East Sevens Football Tournament in Carlow

Fixtures

County Minor Hurling Championship Division 1 Round 1
Abbeyside v Lismore – Lismore, Wednesday, 2^nd July, 7:00pm
 
Western Junior ‘A’ Hurling Championship Round 1
Abbeyside v Cappoquin / Affane / Tourin – Abbeyside, Thursday, 3^rd July, 8:00pm
 
Western Junior ‘B’ Hurling Championship Group B Round 1
Abbeyside v Ballyduff Upper – Lismore, Sunday, 6^th July, 2:00pm
 
County Minor Hurling Championship Division 1 Round 2
Abbeyside v Roanmore – Abbeyside, Wednesday, 9^th July, 7:30pm
 
County Senior Hurling Championship Group B Round 1
Abbeyside v Ballygunner – Walsh Park, Sunday, 13^th July, 2:00pm
 
Western Junior ‘B’ Hurling Championship Group B Round 2
Abbeyside v Brickey Rangers – Cappoquin, Sunday, 13^th July, 3:00pm
 
County Minor Hurling Championship Division 1 Round 3
Abbeyside v De La Salle – Abbeyside, Wednesday, 16^th July, 7:30pm
 
Western Junior ‘A’ Hurling Championship Round 3
Abbeyside v Ardmore – An Rinn, Friday, 18^th July, 7:30pm
 
Western Junior ‘B’ Hurling Championship Group B Round 3
Abbeyside v Tallow – Colligan, Saturday, 19^th July, 5:30pm
 
County Senior Hurling Championship Group B Round 2
Abbeyside v De La Salle – Fraher Field, Saturday, 19^th July, 7:30pm
 
County Minor Hurling Championship Division 1 Round 4
Abbeyside v Mount Sion – Mount Sion, Wednesday, 23^rd July, 7:30pm
 
County Senior Hurling Championship Group B Round 3
Abbeyside v Roanmore – Fraher Field, Saturday, 26^th July, 2:00pm
 
Western Junior ‘A’ Hurling Championship Round 4
Abbeyside v Kilrossanty – Colligan, Saturday, 26^th July, 4:00pm
 
County Minor Hurling Championship Division 1 Round 5
Abbeyside v Ballyduff Upper – Abbeyside, Wednesday, 30^th July, 7:30pm
 
County Senior Hurling Championship Group B Round 4
Abbeyside v Clonea – Fraher Field, Saturday, 2^nd August, 5:30pm
 
County Minor Hurling Championship Division 1 Round 6
Abbeyside v Ballygunner – Ballygunner, Wednesday, 6^th August, 7:30pm
 
County Senior Hurling Championship Group B Round 5
Abbeyside v Brickey Rangers – Fraher Field, Saturday, 9^th August, 6:30pm
 
County Minor Hurling Championship Division 1 Round 7
Abbeyside v Dungarvan – Dungarvan Club Grounds, Wednesday, 13^th August, 7:30pm
 
 
 

Aaron Walsh - All-Ireland Minor Hurling Champion

On behalf of all in the club, we would like to congratulate Aaron Walsh and his Déise teammates on their superb 1-18 to 0-10 victory over Clare in the All-Ireland Minor Hurling Championship Final in Semple Stadium, Thurles yesterday. Aaron is only the sixth Abbeyside clubman to win an All-Ireland title at this grade and the first since 1959. Hopefully Aaron will be a member of more successful club and county teams in the years to come.

Club Notes - 25th June

 

Club Lotto

Our weekly lotto takes place on Tuesday night next.  Next week's Jackpot will be €18,500. Tickets can be purchased from club sellers and by clicking on the following link - https://abbeycourtygaa.clubzap.com/categories/lotto/products
 

Or alternatively scan the QR code below.
 

Bingo

Our regular Sunday night Bingo continues every week in the CBS Hall.  Eyes down at 8.00pm.
 

‘Win A House In Waterford’ Draw

We ask all our supporters to please support the Win a House in Waterford draw, which is ongoing at present.  Along with our Camogie and Ladies Football clubs, we are seeking to raise enough money through this draw to build toilets and dugout on our new pitch.  As well as having a chance to win a fantastic prize you will be helping us provide better facilities for all our members.
Tickets are available from any club committee member or online at www.winahoiseinwaterford.com.  If purchasing online, please remember to use the drop-down menu to select Abbeyside Ballinacourty as your club.
 

Hurling League Champions

Well done to our Junior Hurlers who won the Division 7 of the county league over the weekend when they defeated Ballydurn 1-19 to 1-07. This is our 2^nd trophy of the year, adding to the football title won a few weeks back.
 

Academy Action

On the longest day of the year, our club grounds were a hive of activity as the Academy sessions lit up under glorious sunshine.  With huge crowds of people in attendance, boys aged 5 to 10 enjoyed a fantastic morning of hurling and football.  The energy and fun were infectious as the next generation of Abbeyside and Ballinacourty stars played with smiles and spirit.  Call out any Saturday morning from 10am to join in on the fun.
 

Under 8 Hurlers Take on Kiltha Óg

Amongst the bustle of the Academy morning, our Under 8s took to the field for a highly enjoyable hurling match against Kiltha Óg from East Cork.  It was a classic morning of "clash of the ash" with great pulling on the ball and lots of excitement throughout.  The young Abbeyside hurlers gave it their all and earned their well-deserved post-match treats!
 

U8 Hurlers v Kiltha Óg

Under 11s in Action

After the Academy wrapped up on Saturday morning, the Under-11s took to the main field – currently in immaculate condition – for their matches.  Despite a slightly reduced playing pool due to holidays, our boys put in great performances in both hurling and football against St. Molleran’s.  There was plenty of skill and determination on show with the small and big ball, and the lads are now eagerly looking forward to their trip on Saturday to play Moycarkey-Borris – followed by cheering on the county minors in their All Ireland final in Semple Stadium.
 

Annual Village Poc Fada

Our U11 and U12 players took part in the much-loved annual Village Poc Fada, continuing a special tradition in a beautiful setting on Abbeyside beach.  Each team of three carefully picked their course, avoiding rocks and aiming for a long roll on the hard sand.  The 2km route began at the church, turned at the cove, and saw the young hurlers battle a stiff wind on the return leg – a fantastic display of skill and teamwork!

Poc Fada 2025

 

Club Clean-Up Day

Led by Kevin, a hardworking and enthusiastic team – ranging in age from 14 to a fair bit older! – took part in a big tidy-up around the club.  Volunteers painted, weeded, swept, picked litter, and repaired fences, all in a wonderful demonstration of club pride and community spirit.  Well done and thank you to all who rolled up their sleeves!
 

Congratulations Cailíní

Big congratulations to the U15 girls and their camogie coaches on winning their national Féile in Wexford on Saturday.  It's a great achievement and well done to all involved!
 

Results

2025 RESULTS

County Hurling League Division 7 Final
Abbeyside B 1-16 Ballydurn 1-7 – Bohadoon, Friday, 20^th June
 
County Hurling League Division 7 Round 4
Abbeyside B 4-20 Fenor 0-8 – Fenor, Sunday, 8^th June
 
County Hurling League Division 1 Round 5
Abbeyside A 5-29 Lismore 0-24 – Abbeyside, Friday, 6^th June
 
County Minor Hurling League Group A Round 5
Abbeyside 0-7 Ballyduff Upper 3-21 – Ballyduff Upper, Thursday, 29^th May
 
County Football League Division 4 Final
Ballinacourty B 5-6 Sliabh gCua 1-7 – Colligan, Saturday, 24^th May
 
County Football League Division 1 Round 5
Ballinacourty A 5-18 Kilrossanty 0-6 – Kilrossanty, Friday, 23^rd May
 
County Minor Hurling League Group A Round 4
Abbeyside 0-11 Roanmore 3-17 – Abbeyside, Wednesday, 21^st May
 
County Minor Hurling League Group A Round 3
Abbeyside v Ballygunner – Ballygunner, Thursday, 15^th May – CONCEDED BY ABBEYSIDE
 
County Hurling League Division 1 Round 4
Abbeyside A 2-19 Mount Sion 1-22– Abbeyside, Wednesday, 14^th May
 
County Hurling League Division 7 Round 3
Abbeyside B 2-22 Ballygunner C 2-14 – Abbeyside, Sunday, 11^th May
 
County Hurling League Division 1 Round 3
Abbeyside A 0-10 Ballygunner 1-27 – Ballygunner, Friday, 9^th May
 
County Minor Hurling League Group A Round 2
Abbeyside 0-8 De La Salle 2-22 – Gracedieu, Thursday, 8^th May
 
County Hurling League Division 1 Round 2
Abbeyside A 1-23 Passage 5-19 – Abbeyside, Thursday, 1^st May
 
County Minor Hurling League Group A Round 1
Abbeyside 0-9 Dungarvan 3-25 – Abbeyside, Thursday, 1^st May
 
County Football League Division 4 Round 4
Ballinacourty B 1-10 Butlerstown 0-8 – Abbeyside, Saturday, 26^th April
 
County Football League Division 1 Round 4
Ballinacourty 3-11 St. Saviour’s 0-4 – Abbeyside, Friday, 25^th April
 
County Football League Division 4 Round 3
Ballinacourty B 1-11 Bunmahon 0-7 – Abbeyside, Saturday, 19^th April
 
County Football League Division 1 Round 3
Ballinacourty A 0-18 An Rinn 1-6 – Abbeyside, Friday, 18^th April
 
County Minor Football League Group A Round 2
Ballinacourty v St. Oliver’s – Abbeyside, Thursday, 17^th April – CONCEDED BY ST. OLIVER’S
 
County Hurling League Division 7 Round 2
Abbeyside B 1-14 Ballydurn 0-15 – Ballydurn, Sunday, 13^th April
 
County Hurling League Division 1 Round 1
Abbeyside A 1-17 De La Salle 1-12 – Gracedieu, Saturday, 12^th April
 
County Minor Football League Group A Round 1
Ballinacourty 1-8 Dungarvan 2-15 – Dungarvan Club Grounds, Thursday, 10^th April
 
County Hurling League Division 7 Round 1
Abbeyside B 0-15 St. Mary’s East 2-9 – Abbeyside, Thursday, 3^rd April
 
County Football League Division 4 Round 2
Ballinacourty B 1-15 Kilmacthomas 1-10 – Abbeyside, Saturday, 29^th March
 
County Football League Division 1 Round 2
Ballinacourty A 1-10 Nire 3-5 – Abbeyside, Friday, 28^th March
 
County Football League Division 4 Round 1
Ballinacourty B 2-13 Ballinameela 1-10 – Ballinameela, Sunday, 23^rd March
 
County Football League Division 1 Round 1
Ballinacourty A 1-7 Rathgormack 1-8 – Abbeyside, Friday, 21^st March
 
 

Club Notes - 18th June

 

Club Lotto

Our weekly lotto takes place on Tuesday night next.  Next week's Jackpot will be €18,400. Tickets can be purchased from club sellers and by clicking on the following link - https://abbeycourtygaa.clubzap.com/categories/lotto/products
 

Or alternatively scan the QR code below.
 

Bingo

Our regular Sunday night Bingo continues every week in the CBS Hall.  Eyes down at 8.00pm.
 

‘Win A House In Waterford’ Draw

We ask all our supporters to please support the Win a House in Waterford draw, which is ongoing at present.  Along with our Camogie and Ladies Football clubs, we are seeking to raise enough money through this draw to build toilets and dugout on our new pitch.  As well as having a chance to win a fantastic prize you will be helping us provide better facilities for all our members.
Tickets are available from any club committee member or online at www.winahoiseinwaterford.com.  If purchasing online, please remember to use the drop-down menu to select Abbeyside Ballinacourty as your club.
 

Club Notes - 11th June

 

Club Lotto

Our weekly lotto takes place on Tuesday night next.  Next week's Jackpot will be €18,300. Tickets can be purchased from club sellers and by clicking on the following link - https://abbeycourtygaa.clubzap.com/categories/lotto/products
 

Or alternatively scan the QR code below.
 

Bingo

Our regular Sunday night Bingo continues every week in the CBS Hall.  Eyes down at 8.00pm.
 

‘Win A House In Waterford’ Draw

We ask all our supporters to please support the Win a House in Waterford draw, which is ongoing at present.  Along with our Camogie and Ladies Football clubs, we are seeking to raise enough money through this draw to build toilets and dugout on our new pitch.  As well as having a chance to win a fantastic prize you will be helping us provide better facilities for all our members.
Tickets are available from any club committee member or online at www.winahoiseinwaterford.com.  If purchasing online, please remember to use the drop-down menu to select Abbeyside Ballinacourty as your club.
 

Results

County Hurling League Division 1 Round 5
Abbeyside A 5-29 Lismore 0-24 – Abbeyside, Friday, 6^th June
 
County Minor Hurling League Group A Round 5
Abbeyside 0-7 Ballyduff Upper 3-21 – Ballyduff Upper, Thursday, 29^th May
 
County Football League Division 4 Final
Ballinacourty B 5-6 Sliabh gCua 1-7 – Colligan, Saturday, 24^th May
 
County Football League Division 1 Round 5
Ballinacourty A 5-18 Kilrossanty 0-6 – Kilrossanty, Friday, 23^rd May
 

Fixtures

County Hurling League Division 7 Round 4
Abbeyside B v Fenor – Fenor, Sunday, 8^th June, 4:00pm
 

County Senior Hurling Championship

The fixtures for the Senior Hurling championship were announced during the week, so for your diary here is the full listing for Abbeyside –
 
County Senior Hurling Championship Group B Round 1
Abbeyside v Ballygunner – Walsh Park, Sunday, 13^th July, 2:00pm
 
County Senior Hurling Championship Group B Round 2
Abbeyside v De La Salle – Fraher Field, Saturday, 19^th July, 7:30pm
 
County Senior Hurling Championship Group B Round 3
Abbeyside v Roanmore – Fraher Field, Saturday, 26^th July, 2:00pm
 
County Senior Hurling Championship Group B Round 4
Abbeyside v Clonea – Fraher Field, Saturday, 2^nd August, 5:30pm
 
County Senior Hurling Championship Group B Round 5
Abbeyside v Brickey Rangers – Fraher Field, Saturday, 9^th August, 6:30pm
 

U7

Our fantastic U7s enjoyed the first round of four rounds in June of U7 “Play and Stay” Go Games FUN blitzes in Bushy Park last Wednesday evening.

U7s at the 'Go Games' Fun Blitz in Bushy Park

U7s at the 'Go Games' Fun Blitz in Bushy Park

U7s at the 'Go Games' Fun Blitz in Bushy Park

 

U14 Update

Our U14 division 1 team bowed out of the championship at the semi final stage on Monday evening in Lismore.  A few too many wides in the first half meant that Lismore were able to open a gap that couldn't be closed.  As always, the effort from the boys was commendable and they fought right to the final whistle.
The boys have definitely improved since last year and played very well to make the semi final stages in what was a very competitive championship, with five of the six teams in contention going into the final stage of the round robin.