Table toppers
Galtee Gaels Junior Bs welcomed Camogue Rovers to Kilbehenny last Tuesday, 25th April for the South Junior A League third round clash. Both sides went into the game level on points with two wins each and two walkovers awarded.
The men from Meanus pointed first with their inside forward line the stand out danger men. However, it was a Gaels defender, half back Liam Maunsell who kicked a fine score to level proceedings. From the opening ten minutes of this match it was clear this was going to be an even contest. It was point for point for the first quarter with Jack Ryan, the hard working Eamon Kelly and Dereck Gallahue all pointing to leave it 4 points to 3,
Camogue kicking two from play and one from a free. Camogue were mostly playing with a two man full forward line however Gaels back six were working well as a unit with Eamon Moloney, Edward Quinn and Ian Whelan ensuring a lot ball was turned over into attacks including one from Tommy O’Dwyer on the 20th minute who bust forward from corner back to kick a good score to keep Gaels ahead. Gaels began to grow slightly more into the game and this was reflected when Paddy English goaled on the 24th minute to claim his second goal in two games from midfield.
This was followed up with a point from Sean Casey from a free to give Gaels a 1-6 to 5 point lead at half time. Despite taking a four point lead into half time some loose passing and questionable shot selection meant an improvement was badly needed if Gaels were to see out this game. Gaels were dealt a blow almost immediately after the second half resumed when Camogue goaled after their corner forward was allowed to turn too easily and fire a shot past keeper Cian Lewis.
Gaels were lacking a response and Camogue capitalised with
another point and crucially raised another green flag after their half forward was left unmarked and let palm the ball into the net after it was squared across goal. The introduction of Brendan Childs and Andy Breedy bolstered the Gaels attack with both getting on the ball and putting Gaels right back in the game for the final quarter. Gaels were rewarded with winning three frees which were converted from the boot of Sean Casey.
Andy Breedy added a point from play to give Gaels a one point. Camogue Rovers were than reduced to 14 men however Gaels could not take more advantage and would rue missed chances late on that would have edged them ahead further. One point is a dangerous lead and Camogue were awarded a free on the edge of the square which they put over to level for the last score of the game.
When referee Mike Meade drew a conclusion to the game both teams had to be happy with a draw on a score line of Galtee Gaels 1-10 Camogue Rovers 2-7. This leaves Gaels going into the final two league games level on top of the table with Camogue Rovers on nine points each.
Team Cian Lewis, Tommy O’Dwyer (c) (0-1) Edward Quinn, Ian Whelan, Padraic Byrne, Eamon Moloney, Liam Maunsell (0-1), Sean Casey (0-4 3 frees), Paddy English (1-0) Eamon Kelly (0-1) Dereck Gallahue (0-1), Kealon Hogan Kalem Breedy, Jack O’Callaghan, Jack Ryan (0-1). Subs Pa Callaghan for Padraic Byrne, Andy Breedy (0-1) for Jack O’Callaghan, Brendan Childs for Kealon Hogan.
FIXTURES
Thursday, 5th May Junior A South League Galtee Gaels are away to Castletown Ballygran in Ballygran at 7.30pm. Friday 12th South Senior League Galtee Gaels play Crecora Manister in Manister at 7pm.
PITCH WORK
The next phase of our Development work got underway on Tuesday with a full sanding and verti draining of our playing pitch. This was last done a number of years ago. Our pitch receives a high level of activity between training and matches of all codes and it is hoped that this work will help keep our pitch maintained to a high standard.
This year already the club has re sodded both goalmouths and constructed a new mesh along the embankment on the shrove side. In the coming weeks we hope to sand our training area. This would not be possible without the support of a Sports Capital grant which was awarded to the club last year.
80S 90S NIGHT
Galtee Gaels are going to relive the two iconic decades of the 1980s and 1990s with a hit 80s v 90s disco night. What was your fashion choice? Bright sweatbands and leg warmers or denim jackets and ripped jeans or did you have a Sony Walkman or a Tamagotchi growing up? Well if these bring back fond memories Gatlee Gaels GAA Club are you to come along 80s v 90s night on 13th May in Kilbehenny. Tickets are €10 and are on sale now from any committee member.
There will be a DJ, full bar, a BBQ and a fancy dress prizes for anybody who thinks they can recreate any of the memorable 80s or 90s looks. U18s must be accompanied by an adult on the night. This has been organised by the club fundraising committee and support is being requested.
CLUB LIMERICK DRAW
The first Club Limerick Draw of the season took place last Saturday morning and the club had one winner. Congratulations to Michael Landers who won €200. Thanks to all those who joined the draw this year. You can join the draw at any time by contacting the club or joining online at clublimerick.ie.
The next draw will take place on the 27th May. The exclusive star prize for May is a two-night stay with Breakfast and One Evening Meal at The Highlands Hotel, Donegal.
ANGLESBORO DRAMA
Recently Anglesboro Drama Group held a special showing of their brilliant production of the Playboy of the Western World with proceeds from the night going towards the development work in Galtee Gaels GAA Club. The club is hugely appreciate and would like to thank all those in the Anglesboro Drama Group including the cast, production team, those who took tickets on the door, anyone who helped with parking and ran the raffle and anyone who helped out in any to way.