Kilmacabea GAA

The second junior football team had an easy victory Oliver Plunkett’s in a very one sided game, keeping up their good run in section 3 of the league. Congratulations to Daniel O Donovan and Ruairi Hourihane and their team mates on Carbery’s good win in the senior football championship. The second round match in the junior football championship between Kilmacabea and Tadhg MacCathraig’s goes ahead on Monday evening next at 8pm in Rosscarbery.

The U-16’s footballers resumed their league campaign with a home match against near neighbours Castlehaven on Sunday 21/6/09. Playing with good skill and commitment they were able to create the scores to fashion a comfortable victory with goals coming from Diarmaid O’Callaghan, Eamon O’Sullivan, Oisin O’Sullivan and Liam Thompson. Team – Denny Hayes, David O’Donovan, Liam Cahalane, Liam O’Driscoll, Niall Hayes, Tony Shanahan, Declan O’Sullivan, Eamon O’Sullivan, Richie O’Sullivan, Liam Thompson, Padraig French, Oisin O’Sullivan, Diarmaid O’Callaghan, Jonathon O’Regan. The U12 hurlers continued with a home game against Skibbereen and after a hugely competitive and sporting game played in great excitement put up a great performance before losing out on the score 6-4 to 4-3. Team Ellis Wilson, Dylan Morgan, Tiernan Kerrisk, Myles Tobin, Darren Whooley(1-3), Ciáran French, Matthew O’Neill(2-0), Eoin O’Sullivan, Ross Cantwell, Luke Read(1-0), Christy Wilson, Karl Ronan, DJ Glanton, Odran Kerrisk, Oran Hogan, Sean Burke, Colin Twomey, Stephen O’Donovan.

The first prize winner in the June club draw was Pat O Callaghan, Droum; second May Cahalane, Maulatrahane and third Eileen Tobin, Kilfinnin. Consolation prizes went to Jonathan Hill, Clonkeen Hs.; Eabha O Donovan, c/o Bawnfune; Aidan Glavin and Maureen Crowley    

Fixtures for the week :
U14 football league vs. Kilmeen in Rossmore on Thursday 25^th June at 7.30pm
U10 football in Leap on Thursday 25^th June at 7.00pm
U16 football league vs. Dunmanus in Durrus on Sunday 28^th June at 11.30am

As these details are liable to change check locally prior to travelling

       01 March 2009

       03 February 2009

      29 November 2008

A day of glory for the hurlers of St Fachtna’s(Kilmacabea & Carbery Rangers) as they captured the County minor “C” hurling title on Saturday 29^th November. Played in the fine setting of Pairc Uí Rinn in cold but otherwise ideal conditions little did the early exchanges indicate the way things would go. Bride Rovers started in fine form and looked to be all powerful as they cruised in to a four point lead and looking very dangerous going forward. As the St. Fachtna's defence settled to the task the game levelled out and St Fachtna's started to create attacks of their own and by the thirteenth minute the sides were level on 4 points each. Bride Rovers came again and managed to forge ahead and by the 18^th minute were 2 points up on the score 0-8 to 0-6. The game was end to end at this stage but St Fachtna's players were now playing with more freedom and from here to half time they forged into a 3point lead to go in ahead 0-11 to 0-8. Unfortunately just before half time there was a flare up in what was otherwise a game played in a good spirit which resulted in a player from either side being red carded. Coming out for the second half there was a worry what effect this would have on the team but this was soon forgotten in the 1^st minute with first John O’Sullivan breaking through for a goal followed immediately by a goal from Sean O’Neill. This was the turning point and from here there was only going to be one winner as St. Fachtna's went on to win comfortably on the score 3-17 to 0-11. Padraig Burke was able in goal and dealt with anything that came his way. Mike Walsh and Colin McCarthy a secure last line of defence with nothing getting past them. Michael Dineen(0-1), Stephen Calnan, and Eoin Kelly were the anchor for the team putting in huge effort especially when needed during the first half. Joe Collins(0-1) drove the team on from midfield. John O’Rourke's(0-12) undoubted skill was clear to all and was the star of the show. Timothy Nyhan got through a huge amount of work to take the load for others. Padraig Hodnett’s powerful running with the ball was unstoppable and opened up the game to set up many attacks. The inside forwards John O’Sullivan(1-1) and Sean O’Neill(2-1) were very dangerous and finished off the good moves to put daylight between the teams. The subs who played Padraig Hicks(0-1), Conor O’Callaghan and Eoin Lane all looked very capable and effective. Tom Collins and Andrew O’Callaghan were also among the subs.  This was a great climax to the effort put in by the team during the year and beyond any dreams when the idea was first proposed. The cup was presented to the captain Stephen Calnan amid scenes of great celebration. This was a historic first county hurling title and hopefully it will give a huge boost to the development of hurling in the area in the future. Well done to all the players involved and to the mentors who worked with them especially T.J. Collins, John Fitzpatrick, Michael Walsh and Johnny O’Sullivan.

Diarmaid O Donovan of County minor board prepares to present the cup




Captain Stephen Calnan makes his acceptance speech




John O'Sullivan, Colin McCarthy, Stephen Calnan, Timothy Nyhan,
Padraig Burke, Conor O'Callaghan and Andrew O'Callaghan, from west of Rowry river, celebrate

      02 November 2008

Kilmacabea U14 football team defeated Urhan, 5-04 vs 2-06, in the final of the league on Sunday 23/11/08 in Bantry. This completes a clean sweep of the league titles (hurling and football) for the year 2008.

Joint captains Liam Cahalane and Denny Hayes of Kilmacabea U14 football team being presented with the plaque
 

Joint captain Liam Cahalane making the acceptance speech after winning the U14 football league to complete the clean sweep of  titles(hurling and football) for the year 2008. Panel includes Kevin O’Donovan, David O’Donovan, Eamon O’Sullivan, Liam Cahalane, Declan O’Sullivan, Eoin Collins,  Denny Hayes, Martin Collins, Liam Thompson, Euan Tobin, Thomas French, Emma O’Callaghan, Fiona O’Sullivan, Aishling Cahalane, Diarmaid O’Callaghan, Oisin O’Sullivan, Richie O’Sullivan and Niall Hayes.

    02/11/08

On Sunday morning 2^nd November the U12 footballers took on Pedlars in the final of the league in Ardfield. Again the conditions were good and the pitch was in excellent condition. In the first half the Kilmacs played second best to Pedlars who were flying and were on top throughout the pitch. Even though one of the goals was of the soft variety, the Kilmacs could have no complaints going in at half time, 8 points down on the score of Kilmacabea 0-4  Pedlars 2-6. Little did the crowd expect the turnaround that took place after half time and it was as if a different team took to the pitch. Taking over completely, they proceeded to cancel the deficit to the extent that they were 7 points up with minutes to go. While Pedlars did make a nervous finish with 2 goals in the final minutes  the Kilmacs held on for a deserved victory on the score 1-16 to 4-6. Each and everyone of the players can take pride in their performance and the way they played the game and what it meant could be seen in their joy at the end. Team – Matthew O’Neill, Shane O’Neill, Darren Whooley, Daniel O’Sullivan, Odhran Connolly, Aishling Cahalane, Euan Tobin(0-1), Martin Collins(0-1), Eoin O’Sullivan, Diarmaid O’Callaghan(0-12)(Captain), Kevin Whooley(1-1), Aidan Williamson, Sean French, Damian Gore(0-1), Tiernan Kerrisk, Ciaran French.

Kilmacabea U12 footballers after winning the League final against Pedlars on the score 1- 16 to 4-6 on Sunday 2/11/08 in Ardfield.

Back row Euan Tobin, Shane O’Neill, Aishling Chalane, Martin Collins, Diarmaid O’Callaghan, Odhran Connolly, Kevin Whooley, Aidan Williamson.

Front Damian Gore, Darren Whooley, Ciáran French, Matthew O’Neill, Tiernan Kerrisk, Sean French, Daniel O’Sullivan, Eoin O’Sullivan.

Tim John Donoghue congratulating captain Diarmaid O' Callaghan
after his man of the match performance

    07/09/08      St. Fachtnas win west cork minor Championship

The combination of Kilmacabea and Carbery Rangers  as St Fachtnas may not have been a marriage made in heaven but it has certainly proved a successful union after contesting the West Cork minor hurling final against St. James at Ahiohill on Sunday 7^th September. The early exchanges were even with scores being exchanged and there was little between the sides. Towards the end of the first half St. Fachtnas were able to use their physical advantage and with some good use of the ball and space were able to create openings and with 3 chances being converted into goals they had a firm grip of the game at half time on the score 3 –10 to 0 –7. St. James made a determined effort in the second half and did close the gap  but St. Fachtnas always had enough in reserve to hold out for a historic victory on the score 4-16 to 2-16. All the players showed that they have listened to their mentors in developing the skills of the game. Padraig Burke was very reliable in goal. Colin McCarthy and Mike Walsh were a good last line of defence and were impenetrable all through. The half line of Eoin Kelly, Stephen Calnan and Paudie Hodnett were very strong with some great surging runs to set up attacks. Joseph Collins(0-3) got through a huge amount of work around the middle. Timothy Nyhan(1-0) used his size to advantage and he had two very able and skilful wing men in Conor O’Callaghan(0-1) and Sean O’Neill(0-1). The inside line were lethal with two very good finishers in John O’Sullivan(1-4) and John O’Rourke(1-6) who showed all his  ability when he moved out the field. Subs used from a plentiful supply were Padraig Donovan(of Maultrahane stock), Kieran Fitzpatrick, Padraig Hicks(1-1) vital scores, Andrew O’Callaghan and Michael Dineen. Well done to the mentors T.J. Collins and John Fitzpatrick for harnessing the resources to a cohesive unit.

The Junior Football championship semi final against champions Bandon, was played in Rosscarbery in perfect conditions
 last Friday evening. Kilmacabea started very well with three early points but were rocked by a three goal blitz to leave
 them trailing by nine points. However they steadied the ship with three good points before half time to reduce the margin
 to a more manageable but still daunting six. On resumption substitute John C. Keohane recently returned to the panel was 
called on to help the forward division allowing captain Diarmuid O Donovan drop back into his more familiar defensive role 
and Kilmacs began to dominate the exchanges. Gradually the deficit was reduced to four points. John C. knocked in a goal 
and it was anyone’s game. A well taken point levelled it. But champions don’t surrender easily and Bandon using their 
superior physical strength and greater experience of the big-time damped the Kilmacabea momentum and reclaimed the lead 
with a point and with time running out they cut through for a fourth goal to make sure of their place in the final. Kilmacs were 
left wondering what they have to do to break through, what for them has become something of a glass ceiling, of the 
semi final. What they have to do of course is keep up the good work because a lot of good work has been done by all 
concerned. The complete panel of players, the officers and especially the team manager Dan Hourihane and his fellow 
selectors Kevin McCarthy and John O Sullivan can be very proud of their efforts.          

        09/08/08

West Cork U-14 championship Triumph!!!

Kilmacs started the second half as the first and but for a number of top class saves by the Ilen goalie could have stretched their lead further. The game continued as a contest and while the Kilmacs had a clear lead the Ilen were creating opportunities of their own to give their supporters some cheer. At the final whistle the Kilmacs were the winners on the score 5- 10 to 3-6 to add the football title to the hurling title won by this group in July and to celebrate a historic first double for the club. This was a powerful team performance with every player playing their part. The defence was sound and resolute, midfield dominated possession and the attack worked hard for each other and linked excellently to create their scores. The cup was presented to the joint captains Liam Cahalane and Denny Hayes by the chairman of Bord na nOg Mr Aidan O’Rourke. Thanks to Ilen Rovers for a sporting contest. Thanks to the referee Pat Fitzgerald for a job well done in difficult conditions and the O’Donovan Rossa club officials for braving the conditions. Well done to those who have worked with this group including William Williamson, Karl McCarthy, May Cahalane, Tom Hayes and John Keohane. The Team: Denny Hayes, Liam O’Driscoll, Fiona O’Sullivan, Declan O’Sullivan, Eamon O’Sullivan(2-0), Euan Tobin, Niall Hayes(2-0), Liam Cahalane, Oisin O’Sullivan(0-2), Liam Thompson(1-1), Richie O’Sullivan(0-2), Martin Collins, Diarmaid O’Callaghan(0-5), David O’Donovan Eoin Collins, Emma O’Callaghan, Thomas French, Kevin O’Donovan, Jonathon O’Regan, Aishling Cahalane.

Aidan O'Rourke, Chairman of West Cork Bord nOg presenting the cup to joint captains Denny Hayes and Liam Cahalane.

The team celebrates their victory.

        26/07/08