GRASSROOTS
NEWTOWN
Newtown seniors had another disappointing loss against Blessington in the championship last Saturday.
It was hard luck for the lads who gave it their all and got the score line back to within three points close to the final whistle, however, Blessington scored a second goal leaving the final result of 2-6 to 2-12.
The next championship fixture is scheduled for Aughrim, 2pm, Sunday, August 5, against St Pats. It would be great to see a big crowd and give the lads full support.
The under-9s all performed well at a recent blitz in Bray and they all had a great evening. Their next blitz is on August 10 in Rathnew.
Training continues every Monday at 6.30pm give Alun a bell at 086 3017500 for more information.
The under-13s had a great win away from home against at Pat’s recently and their next outing is tonight at home to Tinahely.
Training continues every Monday at 6.30pm for the under-11s and at 6.30pm on Wednesday for the under-13s. The under-15s are due to play Tinahely at home on Friday.
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
The under-12 girls have been training away in preparation for the championship, they train twice a week on Tuesdays and Friday at 6.30pm.
Training for the under-14 girls continues on Mondays and Thursdays at 7pm,they are in a championship group with Bray Emmet’s and St Pat’s, the first match is away to Bray in the first week of August.
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 the deadline has long passed.
Newtown lotto is a whopping €9k, numbers drawn last week were 1, 10, 12, and 17, if you’re not in you can’t win. Tickets only €2!
BALTINGLASS
Lotto - Numbers were 3, 4, 8, and 22. There was no winner. Two people matched three, winning €150 each: Dorothy Fox and Bernie Kilcoyne. This week’s jackpot is €8,900. Thank you for your supporting the club lotto and please continue to play. You can play online at locallotto.ie.
Another busy week for most of our teams this week:
Our Junior ‘A’ team had another good win in the championship, beating Shillelagh on a score line of 1-18 to 1-08. Scorers: Jack Timmins 0-6, Henry Sinnott 0-4, Aaron Phelan 1-1, William Hanlon 0-3, Mick Dowling, 0-1, Robin Farrell 0-1, Jason Sinnott 0-1 and Tadhg O’Toole 0-1. Their next game is against Coolboy.
Well done to the under-15 boys team who had a comprehensive win over Blessington in the league on a scoreline of 8-9 to 0-10.
Our under-11 boys green team also had a super win over Aughrim while unfortunately our white teams match was cancelled. Both these teams have been putting in a super effort over the season.
The under-16 girls team kicked off their championship matches with a sensational win over AGB in Arklow coming away winners scoring 7-08 to 3-05.
The under-8 girls had a busy morning in Carnew partaking in a blitz, they played three games against two AGB sides and Carnew whilst the under-12 girls played against St. Laurences at home. Well done to both teams playing some great football.
Our under-10 girls travelled to Swords on Saturday morning where they took part in an under-10 annual tournament in Fingallians GAA.
The girls played Mattock Rangers from Louth, Dunsany Ladies from Meath and Lurgan Ladies from Cavan in what was terrible wet weather our girls winning all three matches. Well done, girls. Thanks to all the coaches and parents who travel to the girls and boys matches near and far to transport them and support them.
Our under-7 boys train every Thursday at 6.15pm in the club grounds. New players are always welcome so please tell your friends and bring them along.
Sincere sympathies to the Burke family on the passing of Kathleen Burke, Rathvilly, also the relatives of Frank Hunt, Baltinglass, to the Fogarty family, Baltinglass, on the passing of their mother Mary and to the Caplis family, Dunlavin, on the passing of Louis Caplis. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a n-anamacha.
AVONDALE
Lotto draw in Jacobs Well on Tuesday, July 24. There was no jackpot winner. Numbers: 5, 7, 15, and 28. There were three match three winners: Shane O’Neill, Jonjo Mitchell c/o Eileen Kennedy, Siobhan and Rita c/o Jacobs.
Next draw on Tuesday, July 31st, at 9.30 pm. Thanks all for your continued support. The jackpot next week will be €1,200.
Be in with a chance to win All-Ireland football and hurling tickets and other prizes, draw will be August 14 in Cartoon Inn. Tickets are €2 each or three for €5. Available from committee, coaches and around the town so don’t miss out .
Our under-13 hurlers took on St Pat’s Monday evening in the complex.
Unfortunately due to not fielding a full team, St Pat’s got the points before the match had even begun. That didn’t put our lads down though. With St Pat’s lending us three players, We dominated the first half managing to get some nice scores in.
Second half went a bit pear shaped with St Pat’s older and much bigger substitutes coming on...we didn’t stand a chance.
Some lovely hurling on show from our lads. Caleb fox and Conor Doyle getting some nice teamwork in and hand passing it back and forth to send the ball into Killian Foley in the forward line to make a cracking goal.
All in all, our lads were on a high coming off at the sound of the full-time whistle. Happy with their personal performances and to have played such an enjoyable game!
A huge thank you to Brian Gleeson and his lads who donned the green and white for us. It was very much appreciated.
Thanks again to Eugene Dunne, for sponsorship of the new jerseys which we wore with absolute pride!
To any parents who are concerned about their sons, the future of the team etc. Be assured that they are building themselves up in every match to be a stronger better team next year (once the growth spurt hits) what doesn’t kill you, makes you stronger!
Our under-13 footballers took on a very strong AGB side Tuesday night.
The boys unfortunately gave away a few early scores but with a few positional changes the boys ended the assault and started making a few attacks themselves. Noah Fahy, Caleb Fox and Kevin were key in the defence.
At the start of the second half both Jamie Townsend Doyle, Sean Dunne and Killian Foley continued the defensive effort and Dean White and Caden Dunne launched attacks on the AGB goal. Credit is due to our Laragh Players who between Aaron and Taylor got some nice points.
Finally well done to Brooklyn Busher who would put Courtois a run for his money
Under-11 footballers narrowly lost out to Enniskerry on a scoreline of 44 points to 43 points. From a very slow start the lads gradually grew into the game to take control of it but just came up short in the end. Nevertheless, It was a great team performance.
Standout players on the day were Jamie, Calem, Tyler, Alan and Oscar. Training continues every Friday 6-7pm.
Well done to all the under-7 and 9 hurlers who played Friday, in the hurling go games blitz in wet and blustery conditions in Carnew where Arklow Rocks and Carnew were the opposition. The guys played well and had some great tussles with the opposing teams.
The under-7 panel was Finn Keogh, Callan Keogh, Lila Smith, Oisin O’Toole, Aidan Kelly, Josh Porter, Zane Curran,Lucas Byrne Cahill and Dylan Ross
The under-9 panel was Shane Kennedy, James Turner, Tiarnan Byrne Cahill, Liam Smith, Harry Cullen, Kaitlyn Ross, Leighton O’Toole, Noah Porter, TJ Heffernan, Ava O’Connor, Cameron Byrne, Charlie Cullen and Conor Kelly.
There is no Go Games this Friday and also there is no academy on Saturday morning so enjoy the break everyone.
Don’t forget everyone that Centra Rathdrum is still donating funds to various clubs and charities locally. Avondale GAA would really appreciate your support.
Make sure you request the blue tokens at the till with every purchase.
The GAA Cúl Camps in Avondale this year is on from August 13 to the 17. Camps run from 10am to 2.30am.
The cost is €60 for one child, €50 for a second child and €40 for the third and any other child.
Closing date to register is noon on Friday, August 10, and you must register online as you cannot register on the morning of the Cúl Camps.
If you have any problems registering please contact Liam Kelly at 087 6878123. You can register online at gaa.ie/kelloggsculcamps.
BLESSINGTON
Lotto - Blessington GAA lotto not won on Tuesday, July 17. The jackpot now stands at €4,400. Draw in Murphy’s on July 31. Thank you for continued support.
Division 1 – Renault Senior championship. Well done to our Seniors who had a nice win over Newtown on Saturday, July 28, in Aughrim 2-12 to 2-06.
Next up Sunday, August 5, in Aughrim 7pm against AGB.
Junior B – The Junior B championship against An Tochar took place at home on Thursday, July 26. Final score: Blessington 4-22, An Tochar 0 -09.
Junior C – AGB gave a walkover to Blessington last week in the Junior C football championship fixture on Friday last. They finally get a chance to start in the championship against Donard-The Glen at home at 7.30pm on Friday, August 3.
Ladies - Blessington GAA Ladies 25 Anniversary Celebrations - Our Ladies 25 Year Celebrations is only a few weeks away Saturday, August 25. We have an action-packed day not to be missed. All welcome, we look forward to seeing old and new friends of the club, past and present players and management and the wider community. Come along and join in the craic of this wonderful occasion.
Senior Ladies – The Blessington Senior Ladies drew with Baltinglass on Friday evening in the Div1 Wicklow ladies league on a score of 4-13 to 3-16 in a hard fought game by both teams in Blessington.
The girls where brilliant from start to finish in an absolute thriller of a game. There was performances all over the pitch in a super TEAM effort especially from Laura Allen, Jess Brennan, Kim Connors, Anna Vas and a special mention to Niamh Cullen who was absolutely brilliant tonight. Tinahely up next for the girls in the championship on August 10 at home. Scorers: Laura Allen 1-6, Roisin Ellis 2-1, Jess Brennan 1-4, Shona O’Connor 0-1, Niamh Cullen 0-1.
Under-14 girls – The Blue team are away v Tinahely on Tuesday, July 31, at 7.30pm. Under-14 white team at home against Valleymount of Wednesday, August 1, at 7.30pm.
Under-12 girls – Our girls under-12 Blue team travelled to Tinahely for their first ‘A’ championship match tonight.
An excellent game of football with an outstanding second half performance where unfortunately we had our first defeat in two seasons. A loss by the smallest of margins in a high scoring game. It was end to end football and our girls can hold their heads high with the excellent work rate and amount of turnovers won.
Exceptional performances from Roisin Doyle Anna Carlyon and Aibhe King. Score: 8-5 to 6-10. Scorers: Sophie O’Driscoll 3-1, Aisling Brennan, 2-3 Leila Shannon, 1-2 Aibhe King 0-3, Anna Carlyon 0-1.
We have entered three teams in the under-12 championship, so lots of football still to come from the three panels. Next Thursday, August 2, our White and Pink teams are both away against AGB at 7.30pm.
Under-12 girls Blue, White and Pink teams are at home v St Lawrences 1, 2 and 3 on Tuesday, July 31, at 7pm.
Juvenile boys - Under-17s – First match of the championship away against St Patrick’s Wicklow Town on Monday, July 30, at 7.15pm. Thanks to Liam Kearney of Kbowl, Naas for sponsoring the new shirts and training tops for the lads. They were welcomed to Kbowl on Friday last for entertainment and food. Thanks to all who are sponsoring our Minor team this year – Kbowl Naas, Scallan Food Service in conjunction with Dublin Food Sales.
Wicklow Under-16s - Wicklow under-16 footballers defeated Laois in Aughrim in the Leinster Under-16 Gerry Reilly Championship on a scoreline of 4-9 to 0-9 on Saturday, July 28. Jake O’Kelly on the panel.
Wicklow Under-15s - Competed in the first series of games in the Alan Mangan Tournament in Offaly on Saturday with three games of 20 minute halves so over 140 minutes of football was played.
The lads had a win against Leitrim and Wexford 2 and a narrow loss to Fermanagh. Well done to the lads who participated from the club – Niall O’Gallchobhair, Jack Sargent, Luke O’Brien and Daniel Cooney.
Wicklow Under-14s - Well done also to Sam Gough, Conor Richardson, James Dooley and Lukas Sarkauskas who played with Wicklow v Carlow and Meath on Saturday, July 28, in Blessington.
Under-15s – The lads played Baltinglass away on Wednesday, July 25. Due to holidays and injuries we could only field 14. Under the rules, if a team starts second half with 14 the game is conceded.
The lads played full game 14 v 15 and played with heart to the end. Training on Monday at 7pm. Away v St Nicks on Wednesday, August 1, at 7.15pm.
Under-13s- At home v Rathnew on Wednes- day, August 1, at 7.15pm.
Under-11s - Blessington GAA under-11 boys blue squad. Unfortunately, due to low numbers we only fielded one team. Well done to the 2008 kids who played with blue squad tonight and had a fantastic win and enjoyed by all. Finally, thanks to An Tochar for travelling with low numbers also.
Hurling - Dacia Senior Hurling Championship – Kiltegan beat Carnew in Round 2 in Aughrim on Sunday, July 29: 0-12 to 1-08. Well done to David Williamson who played the full game and Eoin Higgins who was on the panel.
Under-17s – Michael Dywers v Carnew on Monday, August 6, at 7.15pm. Michael Dwyers against Glen/Pats at 7.15pm on Friday, August 10.
Under-15s - Well done to the 15 boys from the club who attended LIT Hurling School of Excellence for a few days hurling under the guidance of John Conlan (Clare), Aaron Gillane and Cian Lynch (both Limerick).
Kelloggs Cúl Camps – A great time was had by all the boys and girls who attended the Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp on July 23 - July 27. Thanks to all the coaches especially our own club members. Can everyone who was at the Cúl Camp today check their children’s tops.
There is a top with JF on it that is missing. Presumed that someone has it as there are no tops left behind. Still have boots in a Man Utd boot bag, a pair of gloves, a couple of hats and a number of tops from the first Cul Camp. If not claimed by August 3 they will be recycled. Contact Noreen on 087 2858375.
Club physio - Physio will be at the clubhouse on Wednesday, August 1, at 7pm. Contact Pat Molloy regarding any enquiries/emergencies on 086 8230130.
Sympathies – On behalf of Blessington GAA we would like to extend our sympathies to St Nicholas GAA and to the family of Louis Caplis who passed away during the week. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam.
Fixtures – All our fixtures for the week can be found on the Blessington GAA Facebook page and the club website.
Clothing Collection ongoing - collecting good quality second hand clothing suitable for re-use. Please fill as many black bin bags as you can – the more we collect, the more our club receives. If you are unable to bring them to the GAA grounds, we can arrange collection. Please contact: John Magee Snr 086 871 7483 or Breda Brophy 087 225 3892. Thank you for your support.
Remember to keep updated on what is happening in the Club log on www.blessingtongaa. ie and Blessington GAA on Facebook and on Twitter @blessingtongaa.
If you wish to be on the Blessington GAA Supporters text list, please text your name to 087 2858375.
ANNACURRA
Get well soon to Denis Doyle. We hope you are feeling better soon.
We were saddened be the passing of Mick Robinson a former officer of the under age club. Our sympathy to the Robinson family.
TINAHELY
Tinahely GAA lotto numbers drawn: 4, 9, 12, and 13. The bonus number was 5. There was no jackpot winner. Five people matched three numbers: Kevin Darcy, Dee O’Shea, Aoibhin Darcy, Triona Byrne, and Dick Doyle.
Next week’s lotto jackpot will be €8,700. Junior Football - The Junior team travelled to Stratford last Thursday evening to play the first round of the Junior ‘c’ championship. We fielded a strong team and after 10 minutes the result was never in doubt as we stormed away. Half-time saw Tinahely winning by 2-15 to no score. Big changes were made at half-time and Tinahely introduced the veteran Sean Pollard for David Blake to steady the ship.
The second half was one-way traffic as Tinahely won on a score line of 4-24 to 0-3. This Thursday night we play Valleymount at home for 7.45pm. Try come up and support the lads.
Intermediate football - The team take on Dunlavin in round 2 on Saturday evening at 6.45pm in Baltinglass. A win here is vital as we push on to get out of the group stages.
Tinahely GAA Club would like to send their deepest sympathy to all in Dunlavin GAA Club on the sad loss of one of their key players.
Training for all Junior, Intermediate and Minor players is Wednesday evening (tonight) at 7.45pm.