Boolavogue

GAA LOTTO

Congratulations to Sue Cox, who scooped the €2,200 jackpot in the Monageer-Boolavogue GAA draw held in the club complex in Monageer on Tuesday last, July 25. Sue’s lucky numbers were 7, 10, 20 and 23. No one else had even three of these numbers so the match-three prize of €160 was not won.

The next draw takes place on Tuesday night next, August 8, at 9.30 p.m. in Monageer and the jackpot has been set to €2,000 for this draw. Tickets can be had from all club members and local businesses. Your continuing generous support is much appreciated.

SOCCER NEWS

The St Cormac’s Youths’ team had their first training session of the season on Sunday last, July 30, racing and sprinting on Morriscastle beach. They were out bright and early, taking to the strand at 9.30 a.m. and were delighted to welcome some talented new players to the squad.

Their second session will take place tonight, Tuesday, August 1, at 7.30 p.m. on the pitch opposite St Cormac’s church.

SEISIÚIN

Visitors from Europe and further afield are calling in to hear the wonderful music on offer each Wednesday night in the Fr Murphy Center.

The Seisiúin starts at 9 p.m. and entry is free of charge. This feast of Irish culture is free of charge and pure entertainment. Come along early to get a good seat.

UNDER-21 HURLING

On Tuesday last, July 25, the under-21 hurlers lost the district final to a tough and talented Duffry Rovers team by 3-20 to 1-12. The early stages saw the sides well matched and Diarmud Fenlon was particuarly impressive, picking off stylish points. But a goal for the Duffry gave them heart and by the half-time whistle, they were 1-11 to 0-6 ahead.

Even thought the Duffry lads were well in control in the second-half, out lads never stopped trying and were unlucky not to have at least two more goals in the net. Nine of the starting team are minors and only one player on the team, Graham O’Reilly will be overage next year leaving us with a very keen and experienced under-21 squad next year. Aaron Breslin, Graham O’Reilly, David Mernagh and Diarmuid Fenlon were impressive throughout the game.

Team: Art Sinnott, Mícheál Gahan, Graham O’Reilly, Seán O’Leary, Aaron Breslin, Robbie Donnelly, Lee McHale, Shane Gahan, Ian Hawkins, Ciarán Rochford, Cathal Walsh, Colm McGannon, David Mernagh, Diarmuid Fenlon, Pauric Walsh. Subs: Daire Walsh, Adam Dunne, Cathal O’Leary.

JUNIOR HURLING

On Saturday, July 29, the Junior Hurlers recorded their second success in as many outings, beating Crossabeg-Ballymurn in Monamolin. They lead by a single point, 0-8 to 0-7 at half-time, coming back from a three point deficit, thanks to the accuracy of Laurence Murphy and Brian ‘Bro’ O’Loughlin.

Immediately after the resumption, the sides were level only for our lads to pull two points ahead. They replied with a well-worked goal to reclaim the lead and it was only the goalkeeping skills of Seán Murphy that prevented them from pulling even further ahead. In the end, we were a single point ahead, just like last week, with splendid scores coming from Brian O’Loughlin, Shane Gahan and Diarmuid Fenlon.

Team: Seán Murphy, Liam Gahan, Chris Daly, Niall O’Reilly, Graham O’Reilly, Mick Sweeney, Tommy Breen, Ian Hawkins, Laurence Murphy, Stephen Murphy, Damien Fenlon, Cathal Walsh, Diarmuid Fenlon, Brian O’Loughlin, Shane Gahan. Subs: Colm O’Loughlin, Peter Mernagh,

CAMOGIE NEWS

The junior camogie team continued their winning ways last week, beating Cushinstown by 3-20 to 1-5 on Monday, July 24. It was a great team performace and their next outing will be even tougher as they face the superfit Castletown side.

FAMILY FUN DAY

Don’t forget the ‘Family Fun Day’ organised by the GAA club on Sunday, August 6, the Bank Holiday weekend.

There will be a barbecue, a cake sale and café in case you are hungry and among the attractions and entertainments will be an inflatable GAA pitch, a Gladiator Challenge, a Bungee Run, a Slip Slide, a Powder Paint Party, a hurling challenge, a football challenge and a Toss the Welly competition. And for those of you interested in the hurling, the all-Ireland hurling semi-final will be shown on a big screen. The entry fee is only €5 each or €15 for a family.

MINISTERS OF THE WORD

On Saturday night, August 5, Catherine Doran is reading at the Vigil Mass with Mary Gilbride reading at the 11 a.m. Mass on Sunday morning. Minister for the Eucharist at the Vigil Mass is Georgina Gahan with Dorothy Hall assisting at Communion on Sunday, August 6.

CE SCHEME VACANCIES

Monageer-Boolavogue-Monamolin Amenity Group are now recruiting for the community employment scheme. There are two vacancies for caretaker positions to be filled. Application forms and further details can be had by phoning the MBM. Amenity Group supervisor at 053 9239993. Applicants must meet specific eligibility criteria as laid down by the Department of Social Protection.

FUNDRAISING SWIM

Courtown Surf Lifesaving will hold fundraising 1.5km swim and board races from Courtown RNLI Station to the Burrow Beach on Monday, August 7. Swim races from Courtown (RNLI Station) to Burrow from midday. Board races from Courtown (RNLI Station) to Burrow from 2 p.m. Junior Nipper Board race at Burrow beach at 3 p.m. More details available on courtownswimclub.com

Entry for under-16s is €10, and €25 for those aged 16 and up. Register from 11 a.m. at the RNLI Station. Barbecue on the beach afterwards.