Camogie News
U12
Our U12's we playing tonight against Erins Own at a very wet Tank. We had sixteen girls and we had another tremendous win. Zoe Brennan got our opening goal followed by an amazing 3.03 from the outstanding Sophie Porter Foley. We finished with goals from Sinead and a first ever from Meabh Watkins. We have now qualified for the A cup semi final on the 1st October. This team are a great bunch of girls who are doing our Club proud. |
U12.
We entered a tournament arranged by Carrigtohill GAA Club for U12's. There are four groups of three so two group matches followed by a guaranteed semi final and hopefully a final. We played away to Dungourney on Saturday and won 3.03 to no score. Sophie Porter Foley scored 2.01 and Sinead 1.02. We were strong all over the pitch and our coaches couldn't be prouder of the effort all the girls gave. Next Wednesday September 20th we have a home tie against Erins Own so please come along and support us. |
Table Quiz.
Saoirse Rodgers is heading off to Nepal volunteering in an orphanage and is hosting a Table Quiz to raise some much needed funds. The Quiz is on at the Tank on Friday September 22 and a table of four is just 10Euro. There will also be a draw on the night so please come along and support a great cause. Everyone in the Club wish you the very best on your travels Saoirse. |
Croke Park.
What a fabulous day we had yesterday at the Camogie All Ireland Final in Croke Park. We had two Community Buses with 30 of our underage players in their Cork colours and they were in great voice. They cheered on the Cork team to succcess and they will remember the occassion for many years to come. The Club paid for the tickets and for some fast food on the way home. Thanks to chairperson Yvonne for organising a great day out. |
U13
Our U13 team had a Seandun match at home to Nemo Rangers. We had 18 players and the match was played on a very windy morning. We got 6 early points which was great to see, Sinead got 2, Ruby got 1 and 3 from Sophie. We showed our dominance with 2 goals from Sinead and 1 from Jane. H.T score was 3.08 to no score. Even though we were against the wind in the second half we still scored 2 more goals from Sinead and Sophie. F.T score 5.08 to no score. We should now be through to the cup this year which is a great achievement. Well done to all our girls, they were outstanding. |
Defeat for Seniors.
Our Senior team lost their first round championship match tonight against Barryroe. The match was played in Enniskeane on a beautiful evening. We started well with points from Lauren, Clair and Sinead before Barryroe took control. We somehow conceeded four goals in a ten minute spell. Our response were points from Jane, Sinead and Susan. At H.T we were 4-5 to 0-7 down. Ten points is a lot to catch up but we were determined to give it everything which we did. A goal each from the Dooley's gave us hope and at one stage we were within three points. But it wasn't to be. We gave ourselves too much to do. Barryroe won on a scoreline of 4-10 to 2-10. A briliant effort from the squad. Susan and Lauren were outstanding and both Molly and Shauna impressed when they came on. We lost Emma following a heavy challenge and she's shook up at the moment, but she'll be fine, she's as tough as them come. Next up is Blackrock in the second round. |
U12
Hi tom u12 played their final league match last Tuesday evening at home to Killeagh. We had 18 girls and put on a super performance with 3:1 from the Hurley of the outstanding Sophie Porter Foley. 1:0 from both Sarah McSweeney and Zoe Brennen. Ciara had 1:01 and Sinead shot 0:2. A great display by all involved. Final score 6:4 to 0:0 , again our older girls were outstanding and our younger girls are really finding there feet. Unfortunately due to going to Mallow under strength on our first game and having a draw with Carrigtohill we have come 3rd in our group so won't qualify but we will sort a few friendly in September to keep everyone busy. |
The Smallies.
U8 Blitz 17th June Our Under 8’s headed off to Bishopstown on a lovely sunny afternoon. We played three matches, the first against Carrigaline, the second against Bishopstown and the third against Sarsfields. By the end of the third game the Factor 50 sun cream was beginning to wilt but not our players. While everyone played well in every match Aoibheann, Kellie and Orlaith were prominent as forwards, Caoimhe was outstanding in goal as were the others on their turn while Saoirse was tireless running up and down the field with Roisin and Meadbh close behind in the metres covered. One of the opposing mentors was very impressed with the showing of a number of our players, particularly Ellie Mai, Theia, Katie and Mairead and made a gentle enquiry about the possibility of transfers but this approach was quickly shot down. It was a great day out.
U5/U6’s 19th June. Our younger brigade were invited to Blackrock on Monday evening for a mini-tournament with Ballincollig and Blackrock. We played the two Ballincollig teams (they had over twenty players in attendance!) and Rocky the Blackrock tiger mascot came and joined in the fun – but they couldn’t get a helmet or boots to fit her so she had to be a spectator. As we were short in numbers we had to get the services of very experienced players to be the goalie and are very grateful to Meadbh (whose 7th birthday was imminent) and Caoimhe for helping us out. While it was Ava and Clodagh’s first outing they had Orlaith, Rose and Aoibheann well experienced from their U8 outings as great support. At the end all the players got a cake, sweets and a drink and most sat down for a picnic before they headed off home to their leaba. |
U12.
Our U12 team travelled to Castlemartyre and came away with a victory. We had 16 players and everyone gave it their all. It was great to have Emily back as our brick wall at full back. Sophie Ahern was brilliant in goal with great puck outs. Sophie Porter scored 2-2, Sarah 1-0 and Sinead 0-1. F.T score 3-3 to 2-4. Great result. |
Garda Blitz.
What another feast of camogie we had at the annual Garda Blitz at the Tank. Twelve teams from around the city and county battled it out for this coveted trophy. The weather held up for us and the Tank was in excellent condition thanks to Donie Lyons. There was a great atmosphere all day with everyone having great fun and thats what its all about. We had a barbecue, ice cream van, tea/coffee, sandwiches and cakes. Our committee once again were unreal. Secretary Yvonne, Margaret, Mary Connolly, Mary Walsh, Karen, Cathriona, Veronica and Martina put in a great shift. The refreshments were going all day long and all the clubs were very appreciative. We also had the Garda Horses who are always a great attraction. John O Connor was M.C once again and he made us laugh. On the pitch Dillons had a very tough draw against the Glen, Douglas and the Barrs. We competed well but the opposition were too strong for us on the day. Douglas and the Glen qualified for the semis and from the other group Sars and Inniscarra qualified. Sars won well and Inniscarra won a cracker of a match to reach the final. There was a parade and the National Anthem before the final where Sars showed their class and won well. They are an exceptional team and everyone sat back and just admired their talent. Camogie Legend Linda Mellerick picked the player of the tournament and this year it was in memory of refereee Doninic Rooney who died in October of last year while refereeing a Dilons v Douglas U16 match. The winner was Katelyn Sheehan. Dominic's wife Margaret and son Adam were present to present the trophy to raptourous applause. Supt Michael Comyns presented the trophy to the Sars captain and medals to both teams. It was a fabulous day and the effort that went to organising it was immense. Garda John O Driscoll and Tony Harnett once again were the driving force behind it. All the Community Gardai in Mayfield worked tirelessly ensuring every detail was attended to. Eve and Anna were the official score keepers making sure the records were correct. The referees Ger, Billy, Dave and William did a great job and worked hard all day. Tracey and Mary O Sullivan from the Juvenile Board were present to watch what everone agrees is the best Camogie Blitz of the year. Brian Dillons Camogie Club once again put on a great show and should be very proud of their efforts. |
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