Club Notes - 18th October

 

Club Lotto

Our weekly lotto takes place on Tuesday night next.  Next week's Jackpot will be €9,700. Tickets can be purchased from club sellers and by clicking on the following link - https://abbeycourtygaa.clubzap.com/categories/lotto/products
 

Or alternatively scan to QR code below
 

 

Bingo

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

Championship 2023

We bowed out of the Senior Football championship last Sunday, when losing after a penalty shootout against An Rinn at the Quarter Final stage.
The Junior Footballers are in action this Friday in Ring against Kilrossanty at 7.00pm.
 

Academy Update

Even as we hit mid-October, the boys of our juvenile academy are still busy with hurling and football.  Our U8’s visited Stradbally on Sunday morning and played very enjoyable hurling matches in the autumn sunshine.
The U9 footballers travelled to Kilworth on Saturday morning to take part in the Munster U9 football blitz. It was a beautiful morning and they lads had great craic playing against St Dominic's (Cork) and Fermoy. Well done boys and thanks to the parents for making the journey.
The U10 boys welcomed James Stephen’s to the field on Saturday morning.  As expected, the challenge from the Kilkenny boys (also known as “The Village”) was a tough one but it was met with a great response from the Abbeyside boys.  Well done to all and thanks to the parent group for providing refreshments afterwards.
 

U12

Both of our U12 have had busy weekends.  The division 4 team lost narrowly to Ardmore on Friday morning and also to Cappoquin on Sunday morning.  The division 1 team hosted Micheal McCraith Tramore on Friday, recording a convincing win, but lost out to Stradbally on Sunday morning.  They boys now await a fixture for the county semi final so keep an eye out for the fixture.
 

U14

The U14 division 1 team played the plate final against Clan na Gael on Saturday morning in the newly revamped Walsh Park.  The result didn’t go our way though as Clan na Gael won by 5-8 to 3-9.  Hard luck lads.
 

Club Notes - 11th October

 

Club Lotto

Our weekly lotto takes place on Tuesday night next.  Next week's Jackpot will be €9,600. Tickets can be purchased from club sellers and by clicking on the following link - https://abbeycourtygaa.clubzap.com/categories/lotto/products
 

Or alternatively scan to QR code below
 

 

Bingo

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

Championship 2023

Results
Western Junior ‘B’ Football Championship Round 4
Ballinacourty v Ballinameela – Old Parish, Sunday, 8^th October – CONCEDED BY BALLINAMEELA
 
County Minor Football Championship Division 2 Round 5
Ballinacourty 0-9 St. Oliver’s 1-7 – Abbeyside, Sunday, 8^th October
 
Western Intermediate Football Championship Semi Final
Ballinacourty 0-2 Nire 2-6 – An Rinn, Friday, 6^th October
 
County Minor Football Championship Division 2 Round 4
Ballinacourty 8-12 Clashmore 0-5 – Clashmore, Wednesday, 4^th October
 
Fixtures
County Minor Football Championship Division 2 Round 5
Ballinacourty v Brickey Rangers – Abbeyside, Sunday, 15^th September, 11:00am
 
County Senior Football Quarter Final
Ballinacourty v An Rinn – Fraher Field, Sunday, 15^th October, 4:30pm
 

Juvenile Update

Our U6, U7 and U10 boys were on the road last weekend with the U8’s and U9’s keeping the home fires burning at the field where they enjoyed.  The U6 & U7 boys headed for An Rinn last Saturday where they played a really enjoyable hurling blitz in Páirc Uí Siothcáin.  Great fun was had by all and the boys hurled with great flair and energy.  The goodie bags afterwards were very well received as well as the tea and coffee for the coaches and parents.  We look forward to returning the favour!
 

U6s & U7s in Ring

U9

The U9 boy are focusing on the big ball and put in a good training session as they prepare for the Munster U9 football blitz in Kilworth next Saturday morning.  It promises to be a great day out.
 

U12

Both of our U12 football teams were in action in the All County league on a foggy Sunday morning in Tramore.  It was a good morning for the Ballinacourty boys as they took advantage of the calm conditions to put in two impressive performances. The determination and competitiveness was matched by the skill level and both teams returned home with a victory.
 

U14

Our two U14 hurling teams were in action in the plate semi finals for their respective divisions on Saturday morning.  The division 1 team hosted Lismore and gained a hard-fought win.  The division 3 team travelled to Poleberry to play Sacred Heart and competed really well but were edged out by their city opponents.  Keep an eye out for the fixture for the division 1 plate final which will likely take place this Saturday.
 

Camogie News

Junior Camogie

After a long year of training, challenge matches and games, our Junior girls made the county final again this year, which is a great achievement! They were faced with a strong Clonea side who won out in the end, but all credit to this group who fought and battled right to the end…this team continues to improve, and no doubt will lift some silverware soon!
 
At the post-match meal, the club held a cheque donation from O Reillys Sports in return for the jerseys purchased earlier this year. In memory of Shauna McGrath and Laura Cliffe, former much-loved players, the jerseys include their names on its sleeve. The donation was shared between the McGrath and Cliffe families towards a charity of their choice, Sesame Early Intervention Services and Dungarvan Lions Club respectively.

Junior Camogie County Finalists, 2023

Donation to Sesame Early Intervention Services

Donation to Dungarvan Lions Club

U15

We have a great group of girls at U15 who won this weekend’s game against Tallow to qualify for the U15 final in SETU Arena on 29^th October - well done girls!
 

U15 Camogie

Fundraising Walk

Our annual fundraising walk will take place on the Greenway on Monday October 30^th!  More details and a fundraising link will be shared on our social media pages, all ages welcome, looking forward to seeing everyone there!
 

Club Notes - 4th October

 

Club Lotto

Our weekly lotto takes place on Tuesday night next.  Next week's Jackpot will be €9,500. Tickets can be purchased from club sellers and by clicking on the following link - https://abbeycourtygaa.clubzap.com/categories/lotto/products
 

Or alternatively scan to QR code below
 

Bingo

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

Championship 2023

Results
Western Intermediate Football Championship Group A Round 3
Ballinacourty 1-13 Dungarvan 2-9 – Knockanore, Sunday, 1st October
 
Western Junior ‘B’ Football Championship Round 3
Ballinacourty 5-16 An Rinn 2-2 – Abbeyside, Friday, 29^th September
 
County Senior Football Championship Group A Round 2
Ballinacourty 5-17 Clashmore 0-7 – An Rinn, Tuesday, 26^th September
 
Fixtures
County Minor Football Championship Division 2 Round 4
Ballinacourty v Clashmore – Clashmore, Wednesday, 4^th October, 6:00pm
 
Western Intermediate Football Championship Semi Final
Ballinacoourty v Nire – An Rinn, Friday, 6^th October, 7:30pm
 
County Minor Football Championship Division 2 Round 5
Ballinacourty v St. Oliver’s – Abbeyside, Sunday, 8^th October, 11:00am
 

Academy Update

Our academy for boys ten years old and younger, continues every Saturday morning from 10am.  The weather impacted blitzes again this weekend with our U9’s missing out on a trip to Clonmel Commercials to take part in a tournament and our U10’s having to call off a blitz with James Stephens. 
 

U14

Our U14 division 1 hurlers hosted De la Salle on Saturday morning in conditions that were less than ideal for hurling.  It was nip and tuck throughout the match with De la Salle taking the victory
Our division 3 team were due to play Micheal McCraith Tramore on Saturday evening but due to the heavy rain this match was rescheduled to Wednesday evening at 6:30pm.
 

U15 County Final

Our U15 hurlers played Clan na Gael on Monday (25^th September) in Páirc Uí Siothcáin out in Rinn.  The match was played out in front of a large crowd under the impressive new flood lights.  The Abbeyside boys contested well but were struck with a clutch goal just before half time.  Clan na Gael, who were physically big and strong, played with the breeze in the second half and were able to pull away to take the victory.  Our boys didn’t give up though and kept fighting to the end.  Their efforts were rewarded with a few late scores which demonstrated the spirit in the team. 
The result doesn’t define the season for the U15’s.  They had a good year and have shown impressive development that they will build on for next season.  Well done to the players the backroom team.
 

Club Notes - 27th September

 

Club Lotto

Our weekly lotto takes place on Tuesday night next.  Next week's Jackpot will be €9,400. Tickets can be purchased from club sellers and by clicking on the following link - https://abbeycourtygaa.clubzap.com/categories/lotto/products
 

Or alternatively scan to QR code below
 

 

Bingo

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

Championship 2023

Results
Western Junior ‘B’ Football Championship Round 2
Ballinacourty 1-11 Clashmore 0-0 – Clashmore, Saturday, 23^rd September
 
Western Intermediate Football Championship Group A Round 2
Ballinacourty 3-9 Ardmore 0-6 – Dungarvan Club Grounds, Friday, 22^nd September
 
Western Intermediate Football Championship Group A Round 1
Ballinacourty 1-11 Sliabh gCua 4-9 – Ardmore, Sunday, 17^th September
 
County Senior Football Championship Group A Round 1
Ballinacourty 1-8 Kilrossanty 0-5 – Fraher Field, Sunday, 17^th September
 
County Minor Football Championship Division 2 Round 3
Ballinacourty 4-6 Ballyduff Upper 6-3 – Abbeyside, Sunday, 17^th September
 
Western Junior ‘B’ Football Championship Round 1
Ballinacourty 2-12 Brickey Rangers 2-9 – An Rinn, Saturday, 16^th September
 
Fixtures

Western Junior ‘B’ Football Championship Round 3
Ballinacourty v An Rinn – Abbeyside, Friday, 29^th September, 6:45pm
 
Western Intermediate Football Championship Group A Round 3
Ballinacourty v Dungarvan – Cappoquin, Saturday, 30^th September, 1:30pm
 

Club Gear

Orders are now being taken through the Clubzap app, for a wide range of club gear.  For more information go to either our Facebook page or the following link: https://bit.ly/ClubGear2023
 

Academy Update

The U6 boys hit for Bohadoon recently where they enjoyed a football blitz where they had great craic playing the Brickeys, St. Olivers and St. Pats.  This was their second outing in as many weeks having played in Kilmacthomas earlier this month. It’s excellent to see our youngest members taking to the field to represent the club, playing games and having is what it’s all about!

U6s in Kilmacthomas

 

U8

The U8 hurlers descended upon Carriganore to take part in a blitz organized be Déise Óg.  The boys played teams from all across the county and gave a great account of themselves. 
 

U9

The U9’s were due to travel across the border to play Midleton in a hurling blitz last week.  The bags were packed, the bus was booked and the boys were bulling to go but the heavy downpours on the prior night meant that the Midleton grounds were unplayable so we had to pull the plug.  The boys will now switch to football for the remainder of the year, training Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings.
 

U10

Our U10 hurlers represented the club in the annual Frank Meagher tournament, hosted by St. Mary’s of Clonmel.  The lads had a fantastic day’s hurling playing teams from Tipperary, Cork, Wexford & Kildare.  It was a very well run event, played in the spirit of the GAA Go Games.  Well done boys!
 

U10s in Clonmel

U13

The division 1 county hurling semi-final, which had been refixed to Thursday 14^th September, fell victim to the orange weather warning.  The match was finally played on Saturday morning in a well turned out Kill pitch.  The Abbeyside boys gave it their all but it wasn’t to be for them on the day.  Ballygunner took an early lead into the wind in the first half and were able to keep edging away.  Our lads started very well in the second half and competed tenaciously with their opponents from the city, but in the end Ballygunner progress to the county final with a scoreline of 3:16 to 1:04.  Special mention must go to Darrach McGrath who was outstanding in goal for the Village.  All of our U13 panel must be commended for the spirit and heart that our boys showed to the end, is testament to their character.  There’s a bright future ahead for this group.
 

U15

Both our division 4 and division 2 hurling teams were in semi final action last week, playing An Gaeltacht and Micheal McCraith Tramore respectively.  The division 4 match didn’t go our way but the attitude of our boys must be was admirable as they never gave up, even when playing against a team that surely would be able to compete comfortably a division or two higher.  The U15 season comes to an end for the division 4 team now but they’ve done really well through the year and have shown impressive development.
Happily, the division 2 semi final went better for us.  The lads beat Micheal McCraith Tramore with a scoreline of 2:12 to 0:12 and they now face Clan na Geal in a county final on Monday 25^th September in Carriganore.  It hasn’t been a straight forward path to the final for this panel and they’ve faced down a wide range of challenges, but they’ve always maintained their focus and have produced some fine performances.  They are very deserving of their place in the county final and we wish them the best of luck!  Please make the effort to go and support the boys, it makes a huge difference and it’s certain that Clan na Gael will have a big following.
 

Camogie News

Junior Co Semi Final

Our junior team secured a place in the county final last weekend with a great victory over Ballyduff Upper on a scoreline of 4-10 to 0-04.
The county final versus Clonea will take place in Carriganore on Saturday 07^th October.

 

Roanmore Blitz

The U-8 and U-10 teams recently took part in a blitz held by the Roanmore club. A great was a had by all and the girls really enjoyed themselves.
 

U8s at Roanmore Blitz

 

U10s at Roanmore Blitz

Club Notes - 20th September

 

Club Lotto

Our weekly lotto takes place on Tuesday night next.  Next week's Jackpot will be €9,300. Tickets can be purchased from club sellers and by clicking on the following link - https://abbeycourtygaa.clubzap.com/categories/lotto/products
 

Club Notes - 13th September

 

Club Lotto

Our weekly lotto takes place on Tuesday night next.  Next week's Jackpot will be €9,200. Tickets can be purchased from club sellers and by clicking on the following link - https://abbeycourtygaa.clubzap.com/categories/lotto/products
 

Or alternatively scan to QR code below
 

 

Bingo

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

Lap the Lake for Luca

John started his 954-mile cycle last Saturday and is planning to finish by the weekend.  In solidarity with him and to raise money for this wonderful cause a number of his friends undertook their own cycle on Saturday when they completed the Greenway Trip to Waterford and back.  Fair play to everyone involved.
There is still time to contribute if you are able to do so.  Please visit the webpage  www.lapthelakefoluca.com where you can see more details.
 

Championship 2023

With the Adult football championships kicking off very soon here are the dates for our upcoming fixtures in September.

Western Intermediate Football Championship Group A Round 1
Ballinacourty v Sliabh gCua – Fraher Field, Friday, 15^th September, 6:45pm
 
Western Junior ‘B’ Football Championship Round 1
Ballinacourty v Brickey Rangers – An Rinn, Saturday, 16^th September, 4:30pm
 
County Minor Football Championship Division 2 Round 3
Ballinacourty v Ballyduff Upper – Abbeyside, Sunday, 17^th September, 11:00am
 
County Senior Football Championship Group A Round 1
Ballinacourty v Kilrossanty – Fraher Field, Sunday, 17^th September, 1:30pm
 
Western Intermediate Football Championship Group A Round 2
Ballinacourty v Ardmore – Dungarvan Club Grounds, Friday, 22^nd September, 6:45pm
 
County Minor Football Championship Division 2 Round 4
Ballinacourty v Clashmore – Clashmore, Sunday, 24^th September, 11:00am
 
County Senior Football Championship Group A Round 1
Ballinacourty v Clashmore – Fraher Field, Sunday, 24^th September, 2:00pm
 
Western Junior ‘B’ Football Championship Round 2
Ballinacourty v An Rinn – Dungarvan Club Grounds, Friday, 29^th September, 6:45pm
 
Western Intermediate Football Championship Group A Round 3
Ballinacourty v Dungarvan – Fraher Field, Saturday, 30^th September, 1:30pm
 
Results
County Minor Football Championship Division 2 Round 2
Ballinacourty 2-6 Dungarvan 1-6 – Abbeyside, Sunday, 10^th September
 

Club Gear

We’ll soon be taking orders for club gear.  The garments will include the usual tracksuit legs and half zips but this time we’ll have a few new items which should hopefully prove popular.  Keep an eye on our social pages for more details.
 

Club Notes - 6th September

 

Club Lotto

Our weekly lotto takes place on Tuesday night next.  Next week's Jackpot will be €9,100. Tickets can be purchased from club sellers and by clicking on the following link - https://abbeycourtygaa.clubzap.com/categories/lotto/products
 

Or alternatively scan to QR code below
 

Bingo

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

Lap the Lake for Luca

As many of you are no doubt aware our former player John Foley, now domiciled in Chicago, and his wife Liz suffered a terrible loss earlier this year when they tragically lost their son Luca to Trisomy 18 at the tender age of 5 months.  In Luca’s memory and to raise awareness and funds for Trisomy 18, John made a promise to cycle around Lake Michigan and his 954-mile trek begins later this week.
We’d urge you, if at all possible, to visit the webpage  www.lapthelakefoluca.com where you can see more details and if you are able to donate to this great cause.
John has also appeared on a Podcast in the US talking in depth on the subject. If you have the time to spare it is well worth a watch
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPe3VZa_URY
Wishing John, Liz and Johnny the very best of luck as he starts out this weekend.
 

Championship 2023

Our Junior hurlers put in a fine performance in the Western Final on Sunday last. In an excellent game of hurling we produced some fine passages of play but unfortunately game up just short in the end.   Well done to Ardmore and we wish them all the best in their upcoming County Final.
This brings an end to our hurling championships for this season, and we’d like to express our thanks to the 3 managers, Packo, Jimo and Johnny, along with their backroom teams for their efforts during the year.   And of course, to the players who put in the hard slog all year. Thanks for the enjoyment you provided us all.
Attention now turns to the football which kicks off in a few weeks.
 
Results
Western Junior ‘A’ Hurling Championship Final
Abbeyside 0-18 Ardmore 2-16 – Fraher Field, Sunday, 3^rd September
 
Fixtures
County Minor Football Championship Division 2 Round 1
Ballinacourty v Rathgormack – Rathgormack, Wednesday, 6^th September, 6:30pm
 
County Minor Football Championship Division 2 Round 2
Ballinacourty v Dungarvan – Abbeyside, Sunday, 10^th September, 11:00am
 

Club Gear

We’ll soon be taking orders for club gear.  The garments will include the usual tracksuit legs and half zips but this time we’ll have a few new items which should hopefully prove popular.  Keep an eye on our social pages for more details.
 

Academy Update

Our U6, U7 & U9 continued their fun packed academy sessions on Saturday morning while the U8’s and U10’s played football matches.  Tramore Micheál McCraith were the visitors to the Burgery and played our U10’s in very well contested football matches.  The U8’s had short spin across the Colligan river to Fraher Field where 22 Ballinacourty boys lined out in the All County Football blitz.  Our two teams played Mount Sion, Gaultier and Dungarvan and as you can see from the photo they really enjoyed the morning!
 

U8s at Football Blitz in Fraher Field

U12

Our two U12 teams were in football action last Friday evening with one group hosting Stradbally while the other travelled to play St Olivers.  The Stradbally match ended in a draw while St. Olivers took the victory in Ballinameela.
 

U13

On Monday (4^th Sept) our U13 hurlers take on Ballygunner in the division 1 county semi final.  Keep an eye on social media for the result.

Camogie News

Abbeyside Camogie Junior Championship….the story so far!
The junior girls have played 2 of their championship games, winning both, well done girls! Some commentary from the games below…
 
Abbeyside V Ballyduff (Sun 27th August)
It was an early start (10am throw in) last Sunday morning when the girls took to the field to play Ballyduff in the first round of the championship.  Both teams had a slow start with no score from play for the first 10 minutes however after this the Village kicked into gear and found their way with an impressive 3-05 to 0-04 lead at half time.  In the second half Ballyduff upped their game and came roaring back scoring an impressive 3-04 in the second half however Abbeyside withstood the challenge to run out winners on a scoreline of 4-11 to 3-08.  It was a soft morning and fair play to both teams for giving their all in an entertaining game.
 
De La Salle V Abbeyside (Tue 29th August):
Our second championship game came quickly after the first and we travelled to De La Salle’s Gracedieu Ground in Waterford on the following Tuesday evening for a 7pm throw in.  We started brightly this time and played with a strong breeze.  We had a stoppage in the first half due to a shoulder injury to one of the De La Salle girls and hopefully she will make a full recovery and be back playing in no time.  With the breeze we led at half time by 4-09.  We had to make several substitutions due to 4 injuries incurred in the first half.  De La Salle came more into the game in the second half and but for some wayward shooting would have closed the gap on the score board.  We ran out comfortable winners in the end but some of the girls face a race against time to get over injuries to feature for the rest of the championship.
 
Panel – Kate Cosgrave, Niamh Collins, Siobhan Murray, Laura Morrissey, Dearbhla Beresford, Cara Mullaney, Mischa Lyons, Megan O’Regan, Roisin Briggs, Kate O’Connor, Hannah Walsh, Julie Mulcahy, Cadhla McGrath (Capt.), Laura Cosgrave, Katelyn O’Brien Landy, Saoirse Moynihan, Ava Metcalf, Judith Campbell, Lauren Maher, Evelyn Kiely, Clodagh Fennell, Meabh Kiely, Annie Treen, Maisie Breen, Megan O’Connor, Caoimhe Early, Katelyn Power, Ellen Flynn, Katie McGrath, Eva Morrissey, Megan Foley, Grainne Moore.
 
Thanks to our Management and coaches Paul, Danny, Ian and Pat.  Thanks to Deirdre, Cyrena, Claire M, Claire C and Sandra for all the help at training / matches and Abbeyside GAA club for having the pitch in great condition.  Thanks to all the supporters who turned out for both games and for those who volunteered as umpires.
 
Next game up is in Abbeyside versus Clonea on Tuesday 5^th Sept. Please come out and support the girls.
 

Abbeyside Junior Camogie Team