GRASSROOTS
NEWTOWN
Congratulations to our Newtown senior men who overcame Carnew in the league final.
Newtown looked comfortable for victory with a couple of minutes to go, but a quick-fire reply from Carnew meant that Newtown went into the last minute looking for an equalising score which Luke Martin duly delivered.
The team showed great commitment and skill to dominate extra time and end the league season with a cup and promotion to Division 1A. Final score was 3-16 to 2-11. All roads lead to the championship.
The under-9s’ next outing is a monster blitz in Ballinakill next Saturday. They are training every Monday at 6.30pm. Contact Alun at 086 3017500 if you need any more information.
The under-11s had a good win against Kilmac last week and their next outing is on Wednesday 27th away to AGB.
The under-13s had a great win over Clann na Gael recently on a score line of 5-13 to 5-4, team and scorers on the night were Ryan Clarke (3-4), Aidan Heffernan, PJ Duffy, Mike Synnott, Shane Synnott(0-1), Paudie Gammell(0-1), Daragh Heffernan (1-6), Matthew Doyle(0-1), Aaron Hackett(1-0). Their next match is at home to St Kevin’s.
Training continues every Monday at 6.30pm for the under-11s and at 6.30pm on Wednesday for the under-13s.
Contact Peter on 087 7633089 for more info about the under-11s or under-13s. The under-15s, under the watchful eyes of Shane, Karl and Glen, are training away; give Shane a buzz at 087 6239971 for all the details about training and matches etc. The lads next game is away to Michael Dwyer’s on Wednesday, June 27.
All our juvenile teams are always looking for more players and volunteers so if you want to get involved with any aspect with either a boys or girls team give our secretary Tom a buzz at 087 6611480.
The under-8 and under-10 girls are training on Tuesdays at 6.30pm. Contact Ruth at 087 7472682 for more information.
The under-12 girls are training twice a week on Tuesdays and Friday at 6.30pm. the girls are playing their last league game tonight(Wednesday) away to at Pat’s, Loretto is the team contact at 087 9295591.
The under-14 girls, who were involved in a fantastic game against at Nick’s recently, are making the long trip to the league leaders Baltinglass for their next game.
They are training on Mondays and Thursdays at 7pm; give Shayne a ring on 087 2256436 for all info regarding the under-14s.
Best of luck to all those currently sitting exams.
The Cúl Camps are returning to Newtown on July 30. There are still some vacancies for Cúl Camp coaches throughout the summer. Contact Garrett Doyle at 083 4357460 for more information regarding all camp matters.
All membership is now overdue and as we are operating a strictly no pay no play policy it is advisable to please pay asap as May 31 was the deadline.
Anybody looking to buy club gear please give Ruth a bell at 087 7472682
Two people took away €100 each in the lotto last week, numbers drawn were 11, 18, 19, and 25. This week’s jackpot was €7,800.
GLENEALY
It is with great regret we must announce the recent passing of Margo Dunne (née Doyle).
Beloved wife of the late John and much loved mother of John, Thomas, Mary, Veronica, Declan and the late Alan and David. She will be sadly missed by her loving family, her grandchildren and great grandchildren, brothers Jamesie and Joe, sisters Gladys and Mary, extended family and friends.
May she rest in peace.
ANNACURRA
Everyone in Annacurra is delighted to congratulate Kevin Moran on his wonderful medal in the special Olympic Games in Dublin at the weekend.
Kevin came home to a heroes welcome at the sports day in Annacurra last Sunday where he was lead in to the field by the Aughrim pipe band.
Congratulations to the under-14 girls on winning the Féile Shield it was a great achievement.
The Senior footballers got back to winning ways during the week with a good win against Coolkenno. One more win should see them safe in the league.
ÉIRE ÓG GREYSTONES
PEIL SENIOR LEAGUE - Avondale came to town to put the Division 1A Éire Óg lads to the test and this they surely did.
For the locals it was not about the retaining of their status, that had already been achieved.
Rather it concerned their getting into the play-offs for promotion.
There is little to be said of the first half other than that it was bereft of a sense of urgency and muintir Na Clocha Liatha seemed to be coasting to a routine victory with a half-time lead of six points, 0-9 to 0-3.
This outlook was reinforced on the second minute after the break when the locals were in for their 10th point.
Then the complexion of the game changed completely. The Parnellites turned over the ball on the Greystones 10m line and from the first pass the outcome was writ large.
In a movement of rapid exchange Avondale threaded a goalwards path through layers of Éire Óg players who appeared frozen into inaction by the swiftness of the turnabout. Billy Norman had no chance in goals.
Shortly after, a clever lob into the goalmouth from out on the right near the end line was punched to the net by the towering Avondale full-forward.
Suddenly the host’s situation had lost its mantle of security and the outlook for Éire Óg then took on a singularly sombre aspect when the visitors added a third goal from a penalty.
In between the goals a number of points were exchanged. This bout of scoring ended with five minutes to go and with Avondale two points in front.
An air of despondency descended on the Éire Óg followers as on the basis of its play to that point in the second half the team looked unlikely to dig out a win. Thankfully our lads recovered a little of their composure and despite a number of glaring errors managed to come away with a three point victory, 0-19 to 3-7.
PEIL NA MBAN - The Éire Óg adult ladies last and victorious outing in the league took them up to Newtown to play the locals. With their three wins and two losses the team’s campaign has been reasonably successful.
Mná na Clocha Liatha made quite a fashion statement as they took to the field in their Cairn emblazoned pristine jerseys. As if inspired by same they were straight into action and before long the products of their efforts were being registered on the scoreboard.
The first digit appeared when Kelly Ann Hamilton found the net at the end of a well-executed movement involving Elaina Fusciardi and Katie Lawless. This was followed immediately by a point from Rachel Purcell. Lisa Murphy’s spectacular shot to the upper left hand corner from what might be judged an impossible angle was another highlight of the 1st half.
Thereafter for the remainder of the game Ellie O’Neill, Katie Lawless and defender Sinéad Kelly played a major part in keeping the scoreboard ticking over.
It was not as if Newtown was not making life difficult for their visitors but their tally was being kept to a minimum by the resolute defending of Wendela Zeigers, Shauna Dillane, Frances Dalligan, Shauna Allen, Andrea Hamilton (guesting from under-16s) and Claudia Randells.
This win owed much to the mid-field dominance of Rachel Purcell and Kerry Ann Hamilton.
The team does not have a dedicated net minder and the management was grateful to Ciara Patrick, who is a very effective outfield player, for having taken on the task.
BALLYMANUS
There was no lotto jackpot winner last weekend from 8, 9, 18, and 27. Patrick Byrne, Moyne, was the only match three winner.
The club would like to send it’s deepest condolences to the family of Charlie Byrne, Glenmalure, who died recently. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a ainm dilis.
STRATFORD-GRANGECON
HURLING
Under-7 and under-9 hurling training Tuesday at 7pm in Stratford. Next blitz is Friday, June 29, in Aughrim.
Under-13 Michael Dwyers hurlers (navy) played against Kilcoole last Monday night. Final score: 3-10 to 3-9 to Kilcoole. Training Tuesday 7pm in High Park. Next match is Monday 25th against Bray Emmets.
FOOTBALL
Academy 4-6yrs, training Saturday 11am.
Under-7 training from 6.30pm on Wednesday and blitz in Stratford at 11am this Saturday, June 23.
Under-9 training at 6.30pm on Wednesday and monster blitz in Ballinakill on this Saturday, June 23. Match times to be confirmed but either 1pm or 3pm. A text will be sent with time as soon as it is confirmed from Wicklow GAA.
Under-11s played away to Fergal Og and won last Wednesday, 27 to 16. Training on Wednesday from 6.30pm and Saturday 11am.
Next league match in away to Blessington Red on Wednesday, June 27, at 7.15pm. Also playing a rescheduled back match on the Friday, June 29, at home against Ballinacor at 7.15pm.
Mouthguards essential for under-7 upwards.
Under-13 playing with Michael Dwyers - play St Nicholas (2) on tomorrow Monday 18th in Stratford at 7.15pm. Text will be sent out about training
Under-15 and under-17 playing with Michael Dwyers. Training Wednesday in high park from 7 to 8pm.
ADULT
Intermediate team who are sponsored by Horans Bar and Restaurant Baltinglass training Friday 8pm and Sunday 11am. Challenge match this Tuesday in Carlow.
First round of the championship is in five weeks, Sunday, July 22, against Dunlavin in Baltinglass.
Club gym is available outside these hours, please contact a member of committee for access to keys.
Junior team played away to Blessington last Thursday and play a challenge match this Thursday, details will be posted tomorrow.
Next Cup competition match is away to Donard, July 5. Training this Monday 8pm, in upper training field until under-13 match is over on main pitch.
CLUB
The lotto numbers for last week’s draw were 8, 9, 14, and 20. No jackpot winner. Next week’s jackpot is €11,750. Next week’s draw takes place in the clubhouse on Monday, June 18 at 8.45pm.
Next executive meeting is Wednesday, July 4, at 8pm. If anyone is interested in organising a club day in our field please come along to this meeting.
Anyone who wants to purchase club gear please contact Annette 087 0644241. There is one aged 3-4yrs Horan jersey left for sale.
Any additions or updates for this newsletter, please message this page or email pro.stratford.wicklow@gaa.ie.
ST PATRICK’S
Thank you to all who supported The annual St Patrick’s GAA Golf Classic on Saturday 16th June in Wicklow Golf Club.
A special thanks to the organising committee of Pat Stapleton, Gerry Tiernan and Davy Shannon for all their work.
Thanks to John Doyle who started all teams. Our sponsor for the day Eugene Dooley. In first place was Casey O’Brien’s team of Casey, Jimmy Carty, Frank Byrne and Richard Doyle, 2nd: Ciaran Doyle team of Ciaran, Johnny Carton, Jonathon Carton and Mick Thornton, 3rd Place Niall McCrea team of Des Kelly, Lenny Kelly, Monica Flynn and Laurence Flynn. NonGUI Winners: BA Franey team of Ronan Doyle, Don Doyle, Ken Doyle and Anthony Franey. Congratulation to Valerie Brennan on the Ladies long drive victory, John O’Neill Junior on the men’s long drive and nearest the pin was Sean O’Brien senior
St Patricks GAA Club Fundraiser tickets are now been distributed and can be returned to the clubhouse on Saturday morning’s from 10am until 12noon. One ticket for three draws in June, July and August. Prizes Each month: 1st Prize €1,000, 2nd €700, 3rd €400, 4th €200, 5th €100, 6th €50 and 7th €50. Tickets available from any committee member or Team Manager €50 each. Contact James Phelan for details 087 228 4441
What a performance by Wicklow ladies on Sunday in Longford. Having lead at half-time, Wicklow 2-04 to Longford 0-03, the girls finished the job in style in the second half with the full time score Wicklow 3-13 Longford 0-04.
A special mention to the vice-captain and our own club player Niamh McGettigan who was named player of the match in what was an outstanding performance and well deserved.
We are all now looking forward to the Leinster Intermediate Championship final on Sunday, July 1, in Netwatch Cullen Park, Carlow, when Wicklow will play Laois (who defeated Wexford in the other semi-final) in what promises to be a great final.
This is a huge stepping stone for Wicklow and the girls are in need of all our voices so let’s get organising to support our county team especially our own Niamh McGettigan, Rose Fagan, Saoirse O’Reilly and Mick Kavanagh (management team) in the Leinster Intermediate Championship final.
Hard luck to our own Ronan Murray and the Wicklow County U20 footballers in the 2018 Eirgrid Leinster Under-20 football championship clash with Kildare in St Conleth’s Park in Newbridge.
Congratulations to all involved with our Senior hurlers who had a fine win over Éire Óg in th Senior hurling league on Sunday with the full tie score of St Pats 1-18, Éire Óg 1-12.
A Ggreat win in difficult conditions with the team as follows: John Dee O’Brien, George O’Brien, Ta O’Brien, Dale Quinn, Shane Doyle, Andy O’Brien, Eddie Kelly, Ricky Quinn, Christy Moorehouse Jnr, James Byrne, Rob Moffatt, Patrick Murphy, George O’Brien, Jimser O’Brien, John O’Brien. Subs: Chris Kavanagh, George O’Brien.
Congratulations to all involved with our Senior footballers with a win over Blessington in the Dunne Cup in Dunbur on Wednesday with the full-time score Pat’s 1-17 to Blessington 0-09
Well done to the St. Pats under-12 boys football team who got to the final of the All-Ireland tournament in Naas today.
The team won three games in their group. A brilliant team effort, to beat Austin Stacks, St. Sylvester’s and Sallins. St. Pats played great football in the final but where narrowly defeated by a strong Castle Mitchell team from Kildare. Great achievement for the players. Thanks to the parents for supporting the team throughout the day. Really proud of the effort from all the players. Thanks Steven and Bryan
Well done to managers Liam Keogh, Sean O’Brien, Trina Keogh and of course the players on two fantastic results
Under-14s Ladies results: Division 2: St Pats 7-16, Greystones 0-6; Division 3: St Pats 10-5, Kilcoole 8-4.
Thank you to all the members that attended the St Patrick’s Building for the Future – Player Development. St Patrick’s GAA Club with our facilitator John Slattery on Tuesday in the Clubhouse, Dunbur. The follow up meeting will take place on July 3 in the Clubhouse.