Final day of action
Third and fourth class boys strut their stuff in Greystones
LAST Friday saw the final day of indoor football action for the third and fourth class boys football in north Wicklow. Teams from all over the north travelled to Shoreline Leisure Centre in Greystones to participate in the Allianz third and fourth class boys indoor football blitz.
Again, with the number of participating teams, the blitz was split into two sessions. Session one saw three teams from third class in St. Laurence’s, Greystones, pit their skill and wisdom against two teams from St. Peter’s Bray and a team from Moneystown NS. A thoroughly competitive affair saw the six teams enthusiastically show off their skills, teamwork and score taking.
A big ‘Thank You’ has to go to the coaches of all three schools but most importantly to the boys who competed in a very sporting manner.
Session two saw two teams fro Gaelscoil Uí Cheadaigh, Bray, two from St. Kevin’s, Greystones and a team each from Scoil Chulann, Bray and Newtown. Once again, the boys of third and fourth in these schools demonstrated an extremely high level of skill. These end-to-end games allowed the boys to exhibit their shooting accuracy, one-two combinations and blocking skills, all of which are important for the indoor game.
Mile buíochas were offered to the múinteoirí who helped facilitate the day and to the young whistlers from Scoil Chulann who officiated on the day.
Here’s hoping we witness as much talent on the outdoor pitches next month.
Meeting This Week - The first Allianz Cumann na mBunscol, Chill Mhantáin meeting of 2018 will take place this Tuesday, February 6, at 4pm in the Wilton Hotel, Bray. New faces are always welcome.
Camogie Participation Blitz This Week - There are two Allianz Camogie Blitzes remaining in this school year. The focus of these blitzes is on participation and giving as many girls as possible the experience of playing camogie, regardless of experience. These will be nine-aside blitzes with no age limit. Below are the details for both. Please contact Camogie Officer Fiona Ní Shúilleabháin on 0863748903 should you wish to attend.
Blitz 1 will take place on Wednesday, February 7, from 11.45am to 1.30pm (approx) at Ballinakill Centre of Excellence. Full rules.
Email Fiona.nishuilleabhain3@ mail.dcu.ie or call or text 086 3748903.
Blitz two will take place on Friday, April 27, from 11.45 to 1.30 (approx), also at Ballinakill Centre of Exellence. Full rules.
Please let Fiona know by Monday, April 23, if you will be attending and how many teams you will be bringing.
If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to ring/text/email Fiona.
Boys’ Football Allianz Coughlan Cup Day 1 - February 28/ March 1 at Bray Emmets. Elevena-side and no age limit at 11.45 a.m. Teams will be graded on this day. Your school will be contacted regarding which day you will be attending. Points only, no goalkeeper.
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