Clongeen
CONTACTS/DEADLINES
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UNDERAGE GAA
Well done to our under-15 footballers who kept their hopes of a top-4 finish on track with a 3-14 to 2-3 win over Kilmore. Despite dominating possession, a combination of erratic shooting and poor option taking saw us fall 2-1 to 0-2 behind after 15 minutes. However, two goals within a minute from Cormac Kiely and Fionn Mullally saw us take a lead that we never lost from then on. A third goal from Shane Culleton 10 minutes from full time put the gloss on a performance that had a lot of positives, even if we were rusty at times. Our next game will be in the hurling championship in two week’s time, though we hope to arrange a hurling challenge in the meantime.
The team was: Jack Rossiter, Jack Roche, Patrick Finn, Cathal Murphy (0-2), Seán Whelan (G), Brian Foley (0-1), Seán Whelan (C), Michael Dundon, Michael Mulligan (0-3), Cormac Kiely (11), Shane Culleton (1-6), Eoin Power (1-1), Eoghan Stafford, Fionn Mullally (1-3), Luke Murphy and Martin Doyle.
Under-13 Football – The lads had another great win over St Fintan’s/Our Lady’s Island last Tuesday evening in Ballybore. The first half was a 50/50 game with the close scoreline of 2-4 to 1-4 in Clongeen’s favour, but the second half was all one way traffic with Clongeen taking complete control with another great performance which saw them running out winners on a final score of 7-9 to 1-4 I believe. So really well done again to this great bunch of guys, keep up the good work.
LADIES’ FOOTBALL
Intermediate Ladies – Well done to the Clongeen ladies’ football team taking on Adamstown in a thrilling encounter last Monday night. Credit to the Clongeen Ladies that took on a strong Adamstown Senior side. Both sides seemed eager from the get go, Clongeen missing a number of chances early on in the first half while Adamstown took their chances well when they came. Chantel Martin caused havoc for the Clongeen defense in the first half with some well taken soccer style goals.
The second half was a different story with Clongeen winning the second half by out scoring Adamstown. Unfortunately Clongeen left it too late and the score ended Adamstown 3-6 v 1-6 for Clongeen. Well done girls on great display of fast tempo football nip and tuck from start to finish.
It was a great practice game for both sides to prepare for upcoming championship games. Clongeen take on Shelmaliers in the next round of championship on July 16 in Shelmaliers, the time is yet to be decided.
Junior B round four South takes place this Wednesday, July 4, when Clongeen take on Rathgarogue-Cushinstown at 7.30 in Clongeen. Best of luck, girls.
Our under-16 girls received a walk over on Monday night against Shamrocks.
Under-14 girls’ Football – Clonard/Volunteers v Clongeen takes place this Friday 6th in Clonard at 7.30 p.m. Best of luck, girls.
PIONEER ASSOCIATION
Will anyone due a silver or gold pioneer pin please contact a member of the local Pioneer Total Abstinence Association (PTAA) branch or please phone 087 2405616, as soon as possible.
ST VINCENT DE PAUL
The local conference of the society of St Vincent de Paul wish to thank those who contributed so generously to the church Gate summer Collections last weekend in Little Cullenstown and Clongeen as your support is much appreciated. Anyone, who wishes to contact the SVP can do so at 089 4295216.
NEW BUSINESS OPEN
One Call Machine Sales opened their doors for the first time in Foulksmills recently on June 6. They will be selling secondhand diggers, tractors, vans and some vintage tractors at our premises in Foulksmills. You can call Eric at 051 565 632 or 087 6888834. We wish Eric the best of luck for the future in the village.
DUCK RACE
The Foulksmills Tidy Towns annual Duck Race is taking place on Wednesday, July 18, on the banks of the River Corach. The event kicks off at 6 p.m. in the Village Park.
This year’s attractions include: Milk Daisy the Cow, River Boat Rides, Fishing for Bottles, River Balls, win a cake, Bouncing Castle, Obstacle Course, Hook a Duck, Horse Racing, Duck Bowles, Gaint Soccer Darts, Chucka-Duck, Vantastic Gaming and lots more. The main attraction of course is the Duck Racing with the feature race on the night the Sweepstakes Race. The prize for each race is dinner for two in various restaurants around South County Wexford. The races have full commentary from the banks of the river.
The final race of the night is the human river race. You might want to bring some spare clothes. There are plenty of activities to keep everyone entertained for an evening of fun and cráic on the Banks of the River Corach.
BABY/TODDLER GROUP
Our friendly group is taking a break over the summer as the Clongeen NS is closed. We will be back in the Sunshine room in September and we will also have a meeting in the last week of August before the restart so please keep an eye on this column and on our Facebook page for more details. We wish you all a nice summer and should you need any more information, please visit and like our Facebook page or you can call or text Véro at 086 1034878.
OVER-35S SOCCER
12 guys were on the pitch in Grantstown last Saturday week for another enjoyable game that again went against the grain in the best team on paper simply didn’t live up to expectations and failed to take the glory on the day. Conditions were very hot which is great for the weight loss which some of us could do with but great to be involved at this fine old age.
Games take place on Saturday evenings, ko is at 6 p.m. in Grantstown, so be there for 5.45 p.m. please. Feel free to send Dave a text at 086 8596627 for further information. Costs are only €5 for indoor, the Aprés Match dip is free.
FIRST ACTION GROUP
The Community First action group will be holding an objection letter advice clinic tomorrow, Wednesday, July 4, in Sinnotts Shop in Clongeen from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The committee will be available to offer assistance in drafting objection letters in relation the proposed solar farm for the area. For those who bring along the €20 objection fee on the night, the group can attach this to your objection and deliver it to Wexford County Council on your behalf. We will also have some of the planning application documents with us for anyone who would like to view these.
DUNBRODY MASS
There will be a Mass in Dunbrody Abbey on Sunday next, July 8, at 10.30 a.m. weather permitting. The theme of the celebration is our Christian Heritage from history to hope. Parking will be in the Dunbrody visitor centre across the road from the Abbey. There will be limited parking in the Abbey grounds for people with limited mobility only please. Tea or coffee and scone will be available in the coffee shop after Mass at a reduced rate. details from Angela Power 051 428505. Our spiritual leader will be our parish priest Fr Devereux.
SEISIUN
Danescastle Music Group will host Seisiun in Horse and Hound, Ballinaboola on Tuesday evenings at 8.30 during July and August commencing on Tuesday, July 3. An evening of traditional music, song and dance. Come and enjoy a great evening’s entertainment for all the family.
DUNBRODY ABBEY MASS
There will be a Mass in Dunbrody Abbey on Sunday next, July 8, at 10.30 a.m. weather permitting; the theme of the celebration is our Christian Heriatge from history to hope. Parking will be in the Dunbrody visitor centre across the road from the Abbey, there will be limited parking in the Abbey grounds for people with limited mobility only please, tea or coffee and scone will be available in the coffee shop after Mass at a reduced rate.