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CORACH NEWS
The A-team were away to st Cormac’s today in the first round of the Neil o Sullivan cup and came away with a hard fought 3-2 win. Always a tough place to go to, there wasn’t a lot between the teams in the first 20 minutes but then Cormac’s struck first when we didn’t deal with a through ball and we went 1-0 down. We had a chance to level on 27 minutes when a good ball forward from consie was knocked on by MJ to Gareth, who was taken down in the box but Niall saw his penalty well saved by the keeper.
We were level on the half hour when a Cormac’s kick out was won by Richie and MJ played Gareth through and he finished calmly. We were on top now and took the lead on 34 when a free from Adam was knocked on by Gareth and MJ got there first to put it past the keeper and it stayed like that till half time.
Cormac’s started the better in the second half and equalised on 62 minutes. Two minutes later we took the lead again when Gareth got his second after some good work by Mj. We had another couple of chances to make it safe but didn’t take them.
It wasn’t our best performance but a heavy pitch and the fact that we hadn’t played for four weeks didn’t help but the main thing is we are in the draw for the next round.
Our under-15s were given a footballing lesson in the Cup at the hands of New Ross Celtic yesterday. We were the better team for the first 20, creating a couple of chances but failed to finish. They went in 2-0 down at half time. Game-ending injuries to Eoin O’Connor and the impressive Michael Gaynor didn’t help our cause, along with missing regular centre half Jack Whelan though illness, but each of the boys on the field gave it their all from start to finish. It finished 6-1, John Crosbie getting our only goal. Cody Meyler and Alex Molloy with standout performances in tough conditions.
Corach under-11s travelled to Bree Utd in the first round of the cup and came away with a fantastic 3-2 win. Daniel Sinnott, Harry Murphy (deadly free kick) and Jack Cleary with the goals. Well done, boys.
Another weekend full of away games this week for the Ramblers. Fixtures as follows. SATURDAY: Schoolgirls – under-10s Away v Rosslare Strand, under-14s Away v Wexford Youths; Schoolboys – under-10s Away v Oylegate at 10 a.m., under-12s Away v Curracloe at 11.30 a.m., under-14s Away v New Ross Celtic at 12.30 p.m., under-16s Away v Wexford Celtic at 2.30 p.m. SUNDAY: Men’s A Away v Taghmon at 11 a.m., Men’s B Away v All Blacks at 11 a.m.
Upcoming Cup fixtures for Corach Men’s Teams: B team – Gwyn Jones Cup Away to Gorey Celtic, Wexford Cup Home v Gorey Rangers; A team – Neil O’Sullivan Cup Away to Forth Celtic, Wexford Cup home to Wex Bohs B. Best of Luck Boys.
The winner of this week’s Corach Ramblers split-the-pot is Maeve Barry, who picks up a fantastic €721. Congratulations, Maeve. Thanks once again to everyone for your continued support.
GET FIT
Ballymitty NS Parents’ council are planning a Get Fit Programme called Slim down Shape Up for anyone who wishes to get fit. This will start with a weigh-in in the school on Thursday, January 26, at 7.30 p.m. The cost of the weigh in each week is €3 and there will be an additional €2 for each class/activity. It will involve eight weeks of weigh-ins and each week there will be a different activity or class.
The programme so far consists of: Week 1 – Weigh in. Week 2 – Weigh in and yoga. Week 3 – Weigh in and Mindfulness
Other activities will be fitness, acupuncture/healing, cookery, dance and skincare. We will also provide a healthy eating cookbook. Our aim is to have a final weigh-in on Thursday, March 16. The person with the greatest weight loss will be announced on our finale night. The programme is open to anyone wanting to get fit and shed some pounds. Stay tuned for more details.
DANESCASTLE NS
Application forms for enrolment in Danescastle NS for September 2017 are currently available from the school secretary. These forms are also available from the Playschool and Montessori. Those wishing to enrol a child should return form on or before January 31.
CE SCHEME VACANCIES
Grantstown Day-care has vacancies. If you are interested and fulfil the criteria contact Grantstown Day-care centre. Please contact 051 561016.
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY
Ash Wednesday – March 1. Easter Sunday – April 16. Confirmation – March 31. First Communion – May 27, 2017, Monster Bingo
Monster Bingo on Sunday, January 29, in Ballymitty Hall at 3 p.m. €1,500 in prizes including Special Page; €50 one line, €100 for two lines and €150 full house. Raffle and lots of prizes. Teas and sandwiches served.
SUNDAY CAFE
The next Sunday Cafe will take place on Sunday, January 29, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Ballymitty Hall. Come along and enjoy a cup of tea and a chat. We will have healthy treats for any sticking to their New Year’s resolutions, so no excuses, looking forward to seeing you all there.
DEATH
The Parishes of Bannow/ Rathangan were saddened at the of Padge Berry on Saturday, January 14. Padge was one of the greatest Point to Point trainers in the country. He is survived by his wife Carmel, brother Mick, sister Maura and extended family.
Padge was waked in Ryan’s funeral parlour on Sunday and his remains were brought to Carrig church on Sunday evening. Funeral Mass was 11 a.m. on Monday morning with burial afterwards in Rathangan cemetery. We would like to sympathise with Carmel on the death of Padge and on the death of her brother who died on the same day. May they rest in peace.
DANCING
Dancing continues every Thursday night in Tír na nÓg with music this Thursday the 26th by Eugene French. All welcome in aid of Ballymitty handball club new build.
CE SCHEME VACANCIES
Grantstown Day care has vacancies. If you are interested and fulfil the criteria contact Grantstown Day care centre. Please contact 051 561016.
ROSARY
The rosary is prayed every Sunday in Ballymitty church at 3 p.m., all welcome to join this prayer group.
BALLYMITTY SCHOOL
Enrolment forms for incoming Junior Infants are now available in the school office or contact us at 051 561324. Closing date is March 31.
Parent and toddler group is up and running again every Wednesday and Friday 9.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. Cost is €2.50 per child. Lots of new toys and fun to be had.
GAA CLUB NOTES
This Tuesdays lotto jackpot is a massive €7,400. Tickets are €2 each or a book of six only €10. They can be purchased from the Post Office Carrig, Seabreeze Laundrette Carrig, Tír na nÓg, Wellingtonbridge, or any club member in the complex. Thank you for your continued support to our club.
Membership is due, check the Facebook page on registration evenings in the complex. Closing date for Membership is March 31 so plenty of time to get the finances sorted.
Most of the teams are getting back to training and we wish them the best of luck in the coming season.