Wednesday, May 28, 2025

Club Notes - 28th May

 
Club Lotto
Our weekly lotto takes place on Tuesday night next.  Next week's Jackpot will be €18,100. 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.
 


County Football League Division 4 Champions, 2025
Congratulations to our intermediate footballers and management team on their impressive 5-6 to 1-7 win over Sliabh gCua in the County Football League Division 4 Final played in Colligan on Saturday night last, 24th May. Playing against a strong breeze in the first half, the lads led by two points at the interval. A powerful second thirty minutes ensured victory and a first piece of silverware of the year.
 
Fixtures
County Minor Hurling League Group A Round 5
Abbeyside v Ballyduff Upper – Ballyduff Upper, Thursday, 29th May, 7:00pm
 
Results
County Football League Division 4 Final
Ballinacourty B 5-6 Sliabh gCua 1-7 – Colligan, Saturday, 24th May
 
County Football League Division 1 Round 5
Ballinacourty A 5-18 Kilrossanty 0-6 – Kilrossanty, Friday, 23rd May
 
County Minor Hurling League Group A Round 4
Abbeyside 0-11 Roanmore 3-17 – Abbeyside, Wednesday, 21st May
 
Academy Update
Our academy for boys aged 5 to 10 continues every Saturday morning from 10am. There’s no better way for children to learn the skills of our games, build friendships, and have fun – so come along any Saturday and you’ll be guaranteed a warm welcome.
 
Under 11
We continue to field two teams in the Déise Óg games series, and last week the boys donned their gumshields and gloves for some great football action. On Monday, a panel travelled to Lismore to take on the hosts and An Ghaeltacht, while on Tuesday, another group headed for Carrickbeg to face St. Molleran's. Both evenings were thoroughly enjoyable and offered valuable game time for all involved.
Come the weekend, it was out with the hurleys and helmets as we welcomed St. Mary’s (Clonmel) to the Burgery. The boys played two competitive and entertaining matches against the Tipperary side. Having the chance to test themselves against teams from outside the county over the last couple of weeks has been a fantastic experience, and we look forward to more of the same during the summer – both home and away.
 
Under 12
Like the U11s, the U12 boys are enjoying a great mix of hurling and football. On Friday evening, Tramore visited the Burgery and the Ballinacourty lads delivered a fine display of skill and teamwork.
Sunday brought a big day out as two teams travelled to Midleton for hurling games against their Cork hosts. Both Abbeyside teams played really well in breezy conditions and had a brilliant time. For many, there was just enough time to refuel before making the trip to Páirc Uí Chaoimh to cheer on clubmates Conor and Mikey in the Cork vs Waterford Munster Championship clash. A long day – but a memorable one!
 
Under 14
The U14 footballers followed up their win over Gaultier with another impressive victory, this time against a strong Lismore side in round three of the Division 1 Championship. A combination of solid teamwork and sharp finishing up front helped secure a 4-07 to 3-07 win. They now look ahead to their round four clash with Rathgormack on Monday, 26th May. Best of luck, lads – keep it going!
Our U14 second team had no fixture last week and will sit out this week as well. They’re awaiting a rescheduling of their round one match, and in the meantime, it’s back to training.
 
Under 16
The U16 hurling championship is just around the corner, and preparations are well underway. The boys had a strong outing in a challenge match against Fourmilewater in Ballymac on Sunday morning, and they’re eagerly anticipating competitive games ahead.
 
Poc Fada Champion
Huge congratulations to Seán Óg O'Regan, who recently won the County U16 Poc Fada and will now represent us at the Munster competition. A fantastic achievement – well done, Seán Óg!
 
Young Whistlers
The GAA’s Young Whistlers programme certifies boys and girls aged 16 and older to referee Go-Games (U12 and younger) in both hurling and football. With a significant shortage of referees in Waterford, this initiative offers a valuable pathway for young people to get involved.
We’re proud to have several young members who’ve completed the course and are now regularly officiating our Go-Games fixtures. They bring excellent knowledge of the game, apply the rules fairly, and—perhaps most importantly – have a great rapport with the young players.
Supporting young referees is vital for the future of our games, and it’s important that we all do our part in treating referees, young and old, with the respect they deserve.
Thanks to all our young whistlers – we’ll be keeping you busy this summer!
 
Club History
Abbeyside / Ballinacourty GAA Club was formed in 1967 as a result of the amalgamation of Abbeyside Hurling and Football Clubs and Ballinacourty Football Club. It is situated within the Parish of Abbeyside, Ballinroad and Garranbane. Located on the eastern side of the River Colligan, it forms the northern and eastern shorelines of Dungarvan Harbour from Abbeyside Church to Ballinacourty Lighthouse
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Development Fund
Abbeyside/Ballinacourty GAA Club has been growing at a dramatic pace over the past 10 years with the population of our parish increasing rapidly. We must ensure that we have the best facilities for all our players. We want to ensure that the next generation have the facilities that they need and deserve. We are asking supporters and friends to support this project over the next five years.
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Strategic Plan
Past generations have had their visions for the future of our club. These are our current aims and with these achieved we hope to hand on the club to future generations in the same healthy state it was passed onto us.
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Abbeyside/Ballinacourty GAA Club, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, Ireland.
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