Kilshannig

U14 NORTH CORK CHAMPIONS

Kilshannig under-14 footballers are North Cork champions after a great win against a gallant Duarigle Gaels team in Kilbrin last Saturday evening. Duarigle Gaels got off to a great start going ahead with a couple of great long distance points before our boys settled and opened their account with points from Ben Creedon and Shane O’Connell. Excellent team play from the defence out led to goals from James Dunne, Ben Creedon and Alex O’Leary (2). Further points from Joe Power and Donnchad O’Doherty gave Kilshannig a comfortable half time lead of 4-4 to 0-4 points.

In the second half points from Ben Creedon (2), Donnchad O’Doherty, Seán O’Connell, Darragh Clifford, Seán O’Riordan along with goals from Ben Creedon, Anthony Jenks, Shane O’Connell, and Tim Kavanagh resulted in a final score of Kilshannig 8-10 Duarigle Gaels 1-7. At the end of the game our captain Shane O’Connell accepted the cup and gave a great speech before the celebrations began.

In truth this was a complete squad performance with all fit members of the squad playing their part on the day. Goalkeeper Alan O’Flynn was rock solid in goals and his kick outs were highly effective. Gavin McCarthy, Colm Ring, Seán Crowley, Brian O’Connor and Darragh Nolan were Impenetrable in the full back line over the hour.

The half backs of Alan O’Connell, Seán O’Riordan, Colm Geary and Donagh Ryan were majestic and that line was the launch pad for most of the scores at the other end of the field. Our midfield combination of Shane O’Connell and Donnchad O’Doherty were just superb and really controlled the game playing some beautiful link up football between defence and attack.

The incredibly effective and hard working half forwards of Anthony Jenks, Joe Power, James Dunne, Tim Kavanagh ran themselves into the ground and were a key line in collecting the ball from defence before moving it quickly into the full forward line. The constant movement of the inside forward wizards of Ben Creedon, Alex O’Leary, Seán O’Connell, Darragh Clifford and Paudie O’Riordan ensured that there was always a player free to take the pass and setup the score.

Paddy Barrow was injured and Kennedy Amechi were unavailable on the day but are very much part of the squad. The focus of this group is on the entire squad and the mentors of Dominic O’Connell, Dominic Jenks, Colm Crowley and Ger Creedon were absolutely thrilled that every member of the squad played their part in a memorable win.

A sincere thank you goes to fellow club man Damien Murphy, who provided physio services on the day. Damien is a physiotherapist who has recently returned from New Zealand and we wish him well in his career. Further thanks goes to our goalkeeping coach Gavin Creedon, who is currently working very effectively with Alan.

A special thank you to Tim Ring for all the behind the scenes advice and support. Finally the squad and mentors wish to thank the club, the supporters and in particular the families and friends who have supported and continue to support the team.

It’s a great time for football in Kilshannig with our under-21s, minors and now our under-14s into county semi-finals. Well done to all and let the journey continue.

BWEENG CELTIC

Last weekend the under 13’s played Killeady in Curra at 12.00. It wasn’t our day but they played well. Current training schedule (subject to change so be sure you are on the right text list!) All sessions outdoors in Bweeng at present.

U13s (06 & 07) Wed 6pm and Sat 6pm; U11s (08 & 09) Fri 7pm; U9s (10 & 11) Tues 7pm; U7s (12 & 13) To be confirmed - trainers, helpers are needed for this age so please get in touch!

LADIES FOOTBALL CLUB

U16 NORTH CORK FINAL: Kilshannig V Mitchelstown on Friday 21st September at 6pm Venue to be confirmed. JUNIOR LADIES COUNTY FINAL: Kilshannig V Nemo Rangers on Saturday 29th September. Venue and Time to be confirmed. Please check Facebook for all up to date fixtures.

RESULTS: Minor League: Hard luck to our Minor team who were defeated in their league game against Araglendesmondsbui on Tuesday 11th September. Thanks to Araglendesmondsbui for a great game of football.

CHURCH GATE COLLECTION:

Our annual Church Gate Collection will be held this weekend on Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd in all churches in the parish. Support would be greatly appreciated.

COMMUNITY ALERT

Kilshannig Community Alert are holding a public meeting on Wednesday 26th September at 8pm in Kilshannig Community Centre in order to gauge the level of interest in setting up a community text alert system for the Parish. Local Community Garda Olga Smyth will be in attendance. All welcome. Further information from Tony O’Shea on 087 8372492.

GLANTANE CHESS CLUB

Glantane Chess Club resumes on Monday October 1st (and fortnightly after that). New and returning players welcome, ages 9-14! Short AGM at the start of the first night. PM on Facebook with any questions!

COFFEE MORNING

Join us for a coffee morning in Glantane Community Centre in aid of Marymount Hospice from 10-1 on Saturday 22nd of September. Your support would be greatly appreciated. Baking donations would be very welcome. Enquiries to Neta Casey at 086 0833574.

IRISH CANCER SOCIETY FUNDRAISING WALK:

Local man Brendan Barrow will be heading out to to climb Island Peak, Mount Everest in October 2018 in aid of the Irish Cancer Society. To help fundraise for this event, a fundraising walk has been arranged for this Sunday 23rd September @ 11am at Mount Hillary, Banteer. There will be three routes - 4km, 7km or 10km routes available. Entry fee - €10 per person - €20 per family (including refreshments afterwards). Brendan would be delighted with your support

LAHARN CROSS :

Laharn Community Action LTD is holding a fundraising dance in Kades Kounty, Glenville on Saturday 20thOctober. Music will be provided by The Singing Jarvey and dancing will commence at 10pm until 12.30am. Admission is €10 and all moneys raised will go towards providing Open Air Crossroads Dancing at Laharn Cross for summer 2019.