Two wins in a row for U16 team
U16 BOYS Mitchelstown 15 Crosshaven 5
Last Saturday we hosted in Currabowen visitors from Crosshaven in perfect dry conditions for the 2nd week in a row.
The game got off to a lightening start when we chased the kick-off, turned over possession and a number of phases later our centre Sean O’Grady crossed the line for a 1st minute try. We went on to dominate the exchanges and scored our 2nd try after a great break from Cian Coughlan who finished off a great back move to move us 10-0 ahead.
Crosshaven then settled and put us under considerable pressure, but our defence remained intact including a try saving effort when their big No 8 who had gone over the line, was held up and driven back by a determined effort from our entire back row.
The game was a very even contest for a long period until a well co-ordinated forwards move with some impressive heavy carries saw our captain and No 8 Andrew McEnaney power over the line from 10 metres.
Every player in our twenty man squad played their part in securing us a 2nd win in a row.
Our next game is away on Friday night to a Limerick city amalgamation consisting of St. Mary’s/ Richmond/UL Bohemians. Kick off in UL Boh’s ground in Annacotty at 19.30.
- Report courtesy of Kevin Kelly.
MITCHELSTOWN/MALLOW GIRLS
Our girls combo team travelled to Dolphin and while they lost a high scoring fixture by 52-46, Aisling and Aimee were among the scorers, and everybody contributed greatly to some fine running rugby.
The next fixture is a cup game away to Bruff/Garryowe, and the girls are well up for that on March 6th.
We hope to have a few more friendly games to warm up the competitive edge.
TRAINING SCHEDULE
All groups will train in Currabowen. The training arrangements at present:
Boys U14 Thursday at 7pm, Boys U16 Thursday at 7pm, Boys U18 Friday at 7pm. Adults Friday at 7pm, Minis up to 12, Sunday at 11am.
Normal Covid guidelines are now eased, but please continue to keep social distancing. Please bring your own bottle, gumshield, towel, etc. as no swapping or using other people’s kit is allowed.
Non-members will be advised of registration procedures at the time, so please come early to avoid disappointment.
It has been a tough time for all of us, with several local people losing relatives to the virus. Let’s make sure that our actions do not contribute to its spread.
LOTTO JACKPOT €11,400
Sunday, 6th February, our second draw after easing Covid-19 restrictions. Tickets available from all our outlets, and from the club website. All prize winners will be notified and paid before the next draw.
BEST WISHES
Hearty congratulations to Ballygiblin junior hurlers, for their huge achievement in reaching the All-Ireland final. We wish them well on Saturday next.