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Weekly Notes 30 March 2008:
Kilmacabea under 21 performance in the Second Round against Bal.a few weeks ago, proved to be no flash in the pan. They repeated it again against the physically stronger Kilbrittain side in the semi final played in Ballineen on Easter Monday afternoon. This time it was without the influential Daniel O Donovan who is nursing a foot injury from the earlier game. Kilbrittain playing with the strong wind were first to score with a well taken point from play. Centre back Clive Sweetnam replied followed by another from centre forward John O Driscoll. An eight minute free brought Kilbrittain level. Ruairi Hourihane restored Kilmacs lead, a very satisfactory position playing against the strong slightly diagonal wind. In the fifteenth minute a turnover of possession on the forty saw Kilbrittain racing through for a well taken goal, to open a real gap between the sides for the first time. Preventing the challengers from building on this initiative was now crucial for the reigning champions Kilmacabea and not a man of the fifteen was found wanting. A well taken free by John O and another good point from mid fielder Ruairi was answered by like scores from Kilbrittain. Some good work by goalkeeper Colin McCarthy and tenacious defending, without conceding too many frees ensured that only the goal separated the sides at the break.
With the wind at their backs it was now all to play for. John O Driscoll slotted over a point almost from the restart. Kilbrittain were now finding it hard to cope with his combination of strength, speed and skill and conceded two frees, which the same John O duly converted to draw level. Ruairi raced through to send over his third score from play to restore the lead, to the delight of the Western followers. Andrew O Callaghan who was doing well on the wing, sent over a good point, before Kilbrittain had their first score of the half, a point from play to leave the minimum between the sides, with twelve minutes gone. Ruairi, who was getting tremendous support from his midfield partner Kevin O Sullivan, raced through for another point from play. However Kilbrittain were by no means out of the game. They broke up the field time after time, but great work by Clive in the centre and Sam O Driscoll at full back, ably supported by Mark Jennings on the wing and corner backs Jonathan Hill and Stephen Calnan. Meanwhile penetrating runs of the fearless Tom French were causing all sorts of problems in the Black and Amber rearguard time and again. John O Driscoll was having the game of his life and second half substitute Colman O Riordan was making a good contribution. Timothy Nyhan was playing a very intelligent game at full forward, wouldn’t his late grandfather (and namesake) be proud of him? Frees were being conceded, four of which John O drove over to stretch the lead to six points, with time running out. Kilbrittain teams don’t ever surrender but the goal they needed to get back in game didn’t come and they had to settle for two late points, one from play and a free, leaving the final score 0-15 to 1-8. A sixteen man performance out of the top drawer, put Kilmacs into the under 21B final for the third year in a row. Man of the match, for this writer, John O Driscoll.
Team: Colin McCarthy, Stephen Calnan, Sam O’Driscoll, Jonathan Hill, Mark Jennings, Clive Sweetnam (0-1), Tom French, Kevin O’Sullivan, Ruairi Hourihane (0-4), Richard Jennings, John O’Driscoll (0-9,0-7 frees), Andrew O’Callaghan (0-1), Conor O’Callaghan, Timothy Nyhan, Tom Collins. Subs: Colman O’Riordan, Patrick O’Driscoll and Joseph O’Callaghan.
Weekly Notes 23 March 2008:
A very good
first half performance gave Kilmacabea Junior 1 Footballers their first
win of
the season. The opposition was St.
Mary’s in a league game played in ideal conditions in Ballineen on
Sunday 16th. The home side
opened brightly with a quick
point and were dominating proceedings until a well taken goal by Karl
McCarthy
settled Kilmacs. This was followed by a
point by Clive Sweetnam, who went on to have a great game. St. Mary’s
were
awarded a penalty in the 12th minute which was saved by
Timothy
Donovan in goal. Kilmacs went on to
dominate the second quarter adding on five unanswered points including
two from
Karl McCarthy, one from Donie O’Donovan and one from Ger O’Donovan. Ger
added
another goal before half time to leave the score 1-6 to 0-1 in the
visitors
favour. The second half was a more even
affair with both sides scoring four points, three of the St. Mary’s
scores
coming from play, while three of the Kilmacs came from frees, with
Donie
O’Donovan adding another one from play. Final
score 2-10 to 0-5, a satisfactory outing for all
those involved in
the Kilmacabea camp.
Cloyne made the long trip to West
Cork to
take on the U-14 footballers in the
Fixtures:
U14 Feile Football v Ballinora in Leap on
Sunday 23rd March at 4.30pm
The U21 football championship match against
Kilbrittain is fixed for Easter Monday afternoon. Check
elsewhere in this issue for
confirmation of the time and venue.
Some
of our
readers may be interested in a different form of culture. The Parish
Council
presents a musical evening in Kilfaughtnabeg Catholic Church, Glandore
on
Easter Sunday 23rd March with The City of Cork Male Voice
Choir at
Weekly Notes 16 March 2008:
The
first competitive game was played on
the redeveloped full size pitch when the U-16 footballers took on
Gabriel Og in
their first game of the season on Sunday morning 9th March.
It was a
fine day for what turned out to be a very entertaining game. Due to
other
commitments it was a struggle to get a full party but the younger lads
who took
to the field certainly did not let the side down. Gabriels had already
a game
under their belt and it showed as they were much faster and combining
better.
This was reflected on the scoreboard with Gabriels going in at half
time
comfortably ahead on the score of 2-8 to 1-3. With Gabriels getting
another
goal on the restart it could easily have become
a white wash on the scoreboard. Instead with a few
positional
switches and a huge work rate from the men around the middle, Joseph
Collins,
John O’Sullivan, Sean O’Regan and Thomas Jennings the Kilmacs raised
their game
and by the 24th minute of the half had took the lead. From
here to
the whistle the game swung from end to end and even though victory went
to
Gabriels on the score of 6-10 to 5-8 there was a lot of pluses to be
taken from
the game especially the attitude and effort of all. Team –Niall Hayes,
Finnán
Tobin, Eoin O’Neill, Padraig McCarthy, Thomas Jennings(1-0), Richie
O’Sullivan,
Joseph Collins(1-2), Sean O’Regan(0-1), Declan O’Sullivan, John
O’Sullivan(0-4), Padraig French, Padraig Burke(1-1), Tommy Hayes(2-0)
The J.1.F.L. Match against
Barryroe was deferred due to the death of Marie Hourihane RIP, a close
relative
of the team trainer. The club offers sincerest sympathy to the
Hourihane family
who have made a huge contribution to Kilmacabea GAA over many years.
Fixtures
for the coming week –
U16
football vs. Ilen Og on Sunday 16th
March at 11.30am away TBC
Feile
U14 football vs. Cloyne on Sunday 16th March
at
As
these fixtures are liable to change
check before travelling
Some of our readers may be
interested in a different form of culture. The Parish Council presents
a
musical evening in Kilfaughtnabeg Catholic Church, Glandore on Easter
Sunday 23rd March with The City of Cork Male Voice Choir at
Weekly Notes 09 March 2008:
We have come to expect big performances from men like Ruairi Hourihane, Daniel O Donovan and Clive Sweetnam.This we got without doubt and the O Driscoll brothers John and Sam as always showed up well. The workrate and commitment, in trying conditions of newer members of the panel like Mark Jennings, Jonathan Hill, Andrew O Callaghan and Timothy Nyhan was most heartwarming, as was the excellent kicking out into the wind of goalkeeper Colin McCarthy.
This Sunday morning the Under 16 footballers have the honour of playing the first competative match on the new pitch when they take on Gabriel Rangers in Leap at 11.30am. The Junior 1 footballers are at home also on Sunday against Barryroe at 3pm.
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Weekly Notes 02 March 2008:
The tremendously well laid out Gabriel Rangers Grounds in Ballydehob was the venue for our opening match of the year. Our second team met the hosts second team in section 2 of the Junior Football League under lights on Friday 22nd Feb. A very heavy dew was the only drawback on an otherwise perfect night for football. Scores from play were hard to come by, the slippery underfoot conditions probably affecting markmanship. Two well taken points from Niall O Brien proved very valuable. A goal on each side due to defensive errors, which may be due to the similarity of the jerseys, cancelled each other out. The Kilmac goal was a particularly soft one. Five converted frees, three by Noel Crowley and two by Karl McCarthy to three pointed frees and one from play for Gabriels completed the scoring, a rather fortunate three point win for Kilmacabea.
It was off to sunny Ahiohill on Sunday afternoon, for the Junior 1 league game against Oliver Plunketts. A fresh breeze towards the village end helped the home side who put Kilmacs defence under a lot of pressure in the first half. Five points from frees and three from play had Plunketts four ahead at half time. Kilmacabea's Donie O Donovan had opened their scoring with a point from play. Daniel O Donovan two from frees and Ger O Donovan one free completed their tally. A very good save from Timothy O Donovan just before the short whistle kept the contest alive.
With the breeze in the second half Kilmacs set about turning the tide. A good point from play by Noel McCarthy was cancelled by a similar score for the host club. Two pointed frees from Daniel made made the gap just two. However that was as close as they got. Ciaran O Donovan got into a discussion with experienced referee Donie McCarthy about the respective duties, with the inevitable result. Kilmacs were down to fourteen men. While they battled bravely to salvage the situation, the home side eventualy made their numerical advantage tell and got through for a goal and added one further point to run out five point winners. Not the best of outings for Kilmacabea but some valuable lessons may have been learned.
League games which were on the agenda for this weekend have been deferred, so the Under 21 Championship clash with Ballinascarty takes all the limelight. It takes place in
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Weekly Notes 23 Febuary 2008:
weather. A training timetable been drawn up for the various age groups. All players and prospective players should check with their own mentors or one of the officers about arrangements for their own panel.
The new seasons competative activity kicks off this weekend, with Kilmacabeas second string billed to play Gabriel Rangers counterparts in the Junior Football League, in Ballydehob at 7.30pm this Friday under lights.The Junior 1 team are travelling to Ahiohill, to play Oliver Plunkets in the same competition, at 3pm Sunday afternoon.
Weekly Notes 16 Febuary 2008:
It may have seemed like two for the price of one, as Kilmacabea GAA celebrated their victories of 2006 and 2007 playing seasons, at their club Dinner Dance in the West Cork Hotel on Saturday night the 9th February but in fact all seven finals were played during the calender year 2007. It must have been unique achievement for the club to have successes in two seasons in a row in both football and hurling.
Pride of place must go to the small but enthusiastic panel of hurlers and their dedicated mentors, led by T.J. Collins, who are fostering the ancient game of the Gaels in what would be seen as traditional football country. The fact that they might have campaigned in C or D grade didn’t take in any way from the sense of achievement of all concerned. A few recruits from our neighbour’s territory across the harbour helped the cause. A little help from your friends can be very valuable. One of those players has the distinction of winning Under 16 Championship medals in both football and hurling. The football was won with his home club Castlehaven. Medals were presented by club Vice President Fr. Pat O Sullivan MSC for the 2006 U.14 Hurling Championship and the 2007 U.16 Hurling Championship, with most the player being involved in both victories.
Fr O Sullivan presented plaques to the Minor Footballers who won County B 12 a side non exam League. They can be very proud of their achievement, it being only the third time that the club has ever captured a county title at any level. Next to receive their medals were the U.21 Footballers who clinched the B Championship in 2007, having been narrowly defeated in the 2006 final virtually the same group of players. The hield which was awarded to them as Buckley Finance Team of the Month of June was also on display to enhance the impressive array of trophies decorating the top table.
The final group to receive their Celtic Crosses from Fr. Pat were the 2006 Junior 1 League winners, again a first for the club at this level. Sincere thanks to the 2007
Winners Bandon for the loan of the Michael Godley Memorial Cup to honour the occasion. Also on display was the All Ireland Junior 7 a side Shield won a competition hosted by St Jude’s Club in
The formalities were completed with the presentation of new individual awards to be presented annually to Club Members of the Year. Diarmaid O Donovan presented the Timothy O Donovan Memorial Cup in memory of his brother, to Sam O Driscoll as Young Player of 2007. Sam just pipped one or two other under age players in the votes of the members. Timothy O Donovan who lost his life in 1993 at the early age of fifteen had won three Under 14 Football Championship medals, a rare enough distinction. The evergreen Timmy O Mahony was awarded the Player of the Year Trophy for his outstanding defensive displays in 2007. Did he ever have a bad year since he first pulled on the green and gold jersey? Finally hardworking club honorary secretary John O Sullivan was presented with a plaque Club Person of the Year. His work load was doubled if not trebled in 2007 with all the administration involved in fund raising and grounds development.
The two hundred patrons were well looked after by the West Cork Hotel management and staff and were entertained until the early hours of Sunday morning by John O Brien musical duo. Chairman Patrick Burke and M C John Keohane can be well pleased with their nights work.
Weekly Notes 12 January 2008:
At
the recent AGM of Kilmacabea GAA Club the year just
ended was seen as
a very satisfactory one, on and off the field, despite the failure to
progress
beyond the third round of the Junior 1 Football Championship. The year
had started
very well with victory in the delayed 2006 League Final in the same
grade, the
first trophy ever won by the club at that particular level. In June the
beautiful O Sullivan Memorial Trophy was annexed by winning the under
21B
Football Championship. July brought County B Non Exam Minor Football
League
Final victory.
During the year the playing pitch in
Among a number of motions passed by the meeting was one
establishing a
“Player Of The Year” award, to be
presented each year at both adult and under age level. The election of
officers
was very straightforward. The only change was Donal O Donovan coming in
for
Michael Tobin who had stepped down as PRO. Michael agreed to stay on as
assistant PRO for the under age section. Brendan O Driscoll and Donie O
Donovan
were selected as Players Representatives. Congratulations to Brendan
and
Pauline on the birth of their baby son Niall Bernard.
The following were appointed to take charge of teams for
the coming year
.Dan Hourihane, Junior 1 Football; Aiden Glavin, Junior 2 Football,
Michael O
Donovan, Under 21 Football; Minor football, Sean Tobin.
Reserve Saturday 9th of February for our club
dinner in the
West Cork Hotel, Skibbereen. Tickets
will be available from John Keohane or
any member of the finance committee.
Weekly Notes 22 December 2007:
With little activity on the playing field those interested in the well being of Kilmacabea GAA are reminded that the Annual General Meeting of the club both adult and juvenile takes place on Sunday 30th December in the Community Hall, Leap at 2.30pm sharp. It is of the utmost importance that all who are interested in the well being of the club attend. This is their opportunity to input to the operation of the club and how it is conducted. Items will be discussed that will impact on all involved with the club so it is important that people take the opportunity to have their say and improve things.
Kilmacabea GAA would like to wish every body a Happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year.
Nollaig Shona.
Weekly Notes 24 November 2007:
The U15 footballers continued their programme when Clondrohid made the journey to Rosscarbery to play on Sunday 18th November. After starting well the game settled and the teams were level midway through the first half with exchanges even. The Kilmacs started to win the middle of the field and reflected this advantage after a good move finished with Padraig French goaling. The Kilmacs went in ahead at half time Kilmacabea 2-4 Clondrohid 1-3. The Kilmac started the second half taking the game to their opponents and had extended their lead midway through the half. Clondrohid who were working hard did get back into the game and reduce the lead towards the end but the Kilmacs always had the edge and went on to win 3-9 to 1-8. Niall Hayes showed great awareness in the full back line and Padraig McCarthy also had his moments. Joseph Collins and Thomas Jennings were always on top at midfield. John O’Sullivan led the attack well. Padraig Burke worked well and Padraig French took his goals well. These got good contributions from everyone especially as a few players were missing. Team Liam Cahalane, Niall Hayes, Padraig McCarthy, Richie O’Sullivan, Eamon O’Sullivan, Denny Hayes, Joseph Collins(0-3), Thomas Jennings, Kevin Hayes, John O’Sullivan(1-4), Padraig Burke(0-2), Liam Thompson, Padraig French(2-0), Tommy Hayes.
Fixture for weekend (Provisional) U15 football vs. Iveleary Sunday 25th November away.
Weekly Notes 17 November 2007:
The parish Score
competition was held in
the Hall on
Set Dance – 1st Tara Cantwell,
Ciaran French, Loren O’Regan,
Andrea Whelton, Iona Tobin, Euan Tobin, Aidan Williamson, Julie Anne
Williamson
2nd Aishling O’Callaghan, Aoife O’Donovan, Sarah O’Donovan,
Orla
O’Donovan, Lisa O’Donovan, Niamh O’Driscoll, Fiona O’Sullivan, Eimear
Whooley.
Solo Singing - 1st
Music Group – 1st Tara Cantwell,
Ciaran French, Niamh O’Driscoll, Andrea
Whelton, Aidan Williamson. 2nd
Clare McNamara, Shane O’Neill, Euan Tobin,
Recitations - 1st Tara
Cantwell, 2nd
Aidan Williamson, 3rd Aishling O’Callaghan
Drama 1st Aishling Cahalane,
Diarmuid O’Callaghan, Aishling O’Callaghan, Fiona O’Sullivan, Eoin
O’Sullivan.
2nd Amy O’Donovan, Andrea Whelton, Eva Whelton.
Group Singing – 1st
Question Time - Diarmuid O’Callaghan,
Thomas French, Fiona O’Sullivan, Reserve Euan Tobin
Scor na Og Results -
Solo Singing 1st Mary McNicholl,
2nd Aoife O’Neill, 3rd Emma O’Callaghan
Instrumental Group
-Orla Hickey, Emma O’Callaghan,
Ballad Group -Orla
Hickey, Emma O’Callaghan,
Recitation - 1st Aidan
Williamson, 2nd Grace Tobin 3rd Orla Hickey.
Drama – Liam Cahalane, Eoin Collins, Emma
O’Callaghan, Liam O’Driscoll, Aishling O’Sullivan, Marie Wilson.
Question Time – Eimear Murphy, Eimear
O’Driscoll, Liam O’Driscoll Reserve Aishling O’Sullivan.
The winners in each category in Scor na Og
go forward to the next round which will be in 2 weeks in Rossmore.
Thanks to
Helen O’Neill who was a capable M.C and organiser for the evening.
Some of the participants in the Scor were
also in action the day before when the U12 League final vs. Dunmanus
was
replayed in Drimoleague. Playing reasonably well early on they received
a bad
blow with 5 minutes remaining in the half with the concession of two
easy goals
and giving away another just at half time it looked all over. With
another goal
conceded at the start of the second half it would have been
understandable if
they gave up but showing great spirit they kept going and with 10
minutes to go
the gap was down to 4 points. Unfortunately the effort took its toll
and the
stronger Dunmaus were able to close out the game. While they were
disappointed
they deserve great praise for the way they played especially in the
second half
in a fine sporting game played in the right spirit. Team Odhran
Connolly, Fiona
O’Sullivan, Shane O’Neill, Euan Tobin, Martin Collins, Aishling
Cahalane, Niall
Hayes, Declan O’Sullivan, Aidan Williamson, Richie O’Sullivan,
Bernadette
O’Driscoll, Diarmuid O’Callaghan, Eoin O’Sullivan, Kevin Whooley, Kevin
O’Donovan, Thomas French, Shane Garvey, Damien Gore.
The U15 footballers were in action on
Sunday morning when they took on Kilmeen in Rossmore. Putting in a good
effort
they showed great commitment to earn a clear win. Team Liam Cahalane,
Padraig
McCarthy, Eamon O’Sullivan, Niall Hayes, Eoin O’Neill, Finnan Tobin,
Joseph
Collins, Thomas French, Denny Hayes, John O’Sullivan, Padraig Burke,
Liam
Thompson, Padraig French, Richie O’Sullivan.
Congratulations to recent club winners in
The Cork County Board draw - Margaret and Finbarr O’Driscoll, Aughadown
and
Peter Crowley, Cappnaboha.
Fixture for weekend Provisional U15
football vs. Clondrohid
Weekly Notes 27 October 2007:
The U 16 hurlers took on Ardfield in the championship final on Sunday 21st October in Rosscarbery. After getting the ideal start with a goal and a point in the first minute the early exchanges were even. The team were playing well within themselves and had a physically advantage when they received a major set back when a player was sent off for a clumsy challenge after 10 minutes. As they were only a point ahead at this stage this looked like a major blow early in the game. The next 10 minutes were even as both sides came to grips with the situation. In the last 10 minutes of the half the Kilmacs had managed to extend their lead to 3 points when they were dealt what appeared to be further severe blows with the concession of two goals coming up to half time and went in down on the score 1-5 to 3 –2. With the concession of a further point at the start of the second half and with Padraig Burke making a great save it looked as if it might not be the Kilmacs day. They were now working very hard throughout the pitch and got to grips with the numbers disadvantage and were creating opportunities but not taking them. They got the break they needed when Colin McCarthy(1-1) got a goal in the 4th minute. This lifted the team and with the effort of every player they increased the tempo and eventually regained the lead mid way thro the half. From here to the end it was close but the Kilmacs were on top possession wise but again were not reflecting it on the score board. It was nip and tuck to the end but in the last minute as in the first John O’Sullivan(2-3) split the defence to goal and to copper fasten a deserved victory. The final score was 3-10 to 3-6. As well as those already mentioned Joseph Collins((0-5) and Michael Dineen were the power house at midfield, Richard(0-1) and Thomas Jennings were very lively, Sean O’Regan, Eoghan O’Neill and Liam Cahalane were on top of their game in defence. Other panel members were Kevin Hayes, Padraig McCarthy, Liam Thompson, Tommy Hayes.
Most of these players were in action on Saturday when a game was played against the
Congratulations to Noel O’Donoghue and Anne Marie Hurley who got married in Glandore on Friday 19th October. The club wishes them a great future.
There is a club nite out in the Morris Arms Connagh on Saturday 27th October at
Weekly Notes 13 October 2007:
The minor footballer’s
season ended in
disappointment when they lost in the championship semi- final to
Argideen
Rangers. The game was played under lights in the superb facilities of
Castlehaven on Wednesday 10th October. The team were well on
top
possession wise in the first half but did not convert this in to scores
and
were not playing with their usual spark. Running up 9 wides as against
3 and
going in 3 points down on the scoreboard at half time it was clear that
it was
going to be difficult to achieve a result especially with the loss
through
injury of the teams physical and mental leader and so it proved. The
team kept
working hard but the more they chased the easier it was to get caught
and it
proved beyond them. While the players were disappointed with their
performance
they can feel satisfied they put in the effort and their effort over
the year
has shown improvement throughout. The club wishes Sam O’Driscoll a
speedy
recovery.
There was also
disappointment for the
Junior C footballers when they were defeated by Barryroe in the
championship at
the weekend.
There was better news
when the U-13
footballers played Aghinagh in Leap on Sunday 14th. Playing
with
great enthusiasm and application they fashioned out a worthy victory.
This was
due to the all out effort of each and every player for the cause and
confirms
to these players what they are capable of doing with the right
attitude. Team
Denny Hayes, Kieran O’Sullivan, Liam O’Driscoll, Fiona O’Sullivan,
Declan
O’Sullivan, Martin Collins, Niall Hayes, Liam Cahalane, Richie
O’Sullivan, Liam
Thompson, Oisin O’Sullivan, Emma O’Callaghan, Diarmuid O’Callaghan,
Thomas
French, and Eoghan Collins.
Congratulations to
neighbours Castlehaven
on their recent County success at U21
Fixture for the coming
week – U13 football
vs. Clondrohid in Clondrohid on Sunday 21st October at
Club members are reminded
that it is County
board draw time. This is important to the funding of the Club as well
as giving
members the opportunity to win prizes so entry is encouraged.
The club welcomes a group from Heston Gaels of
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Weekly Notes 06 October 2007:
The
U-12 footballers played Dunmanus in the
league play off on Thursday 27th September in Aughaville.
Having been
well beaten when the sides played earlier in the league it looked as if
this
game was going to follow that pattern when Dunmanus took early control
and
appeared well on top. The move of Diarmuid O’Callaghan to wing back was
to have
a huge effect in curtailing the Dunmanus attacks and with an all round
settling
of the team led to an exciting half and
the teams went in level. The first 10 minutes of the second half again
were
evenly matched with few scores. When Dunmanus burst through for two
goals after
this it looked as if they might pull away but the Kilmac’s kept playing
and
showing great spirit pulled the game back. The game ended in a draw
which was a
fair reflection of both sides effort. Odhran Connolly made a number of
superb
saves during the game. Shane O’Neill and
Fiona O’Sullivan were very solid at the back. Martin Collins, Niall
Hayes and
Declan O’Sullivan got through a huge amount of work around the middle
of the
field to keep the team moving and Richie O’Sullivan was sharp in the
forwards. They got good support from
Euan Tobin, Ashling Cahalane, Shane McDermott, Aidan Williamson, Eoghan
O’Sullivan, Bernadette O’Driscoll and Kevin Whooley.
The
U10 footballers travelled to Inchigeelagh
on Friday and had a very enjoyable game
against the
home team and continued to show improvement. Thanks to all the parents
who made
the long trip.
The
U16 footballers took on Ilen Og in the
championship on Tuesday 2nd October in Skibbereen. Being
short some
bodies and struggling in the physical size stakes it was not a very
enjoyable
night and their efforts went unrewarded on this occasion.
Fixtures
for the coming week –
U13
football vs. Clondrohid in Clondrohid
on Sunday 7th October
Minor
football c/ship vs. Timoleague in
Castlehaven on Friday 12th
October at
As
these fixtures are liable to change
check before travelling.
Weekly Notes 29 September 2007:
The minor footballers
were finally in
championship action after numerous false starts when they took on
Barryroe in
Ardfield on Tuesday 25th September. While the early
exchanges were
even the Kilmac's with the advantage of the wind settled and playing
good
controlled football and combining well were ahead 0-10 to 0-4 at half
time.
Starting the second half with the same attitude they were rewarded with
2 goals
in the early minutes finished by Mark Jennings and John O’Sullivan.
This put them
in a commanding position but from here to the end they had to face a
determined
comeback from Barryroe and at times rode their luck to fashion out a 3
point
victory. This was a complete team effort and the result owes as much to
the all
round effort as to the fluency of the football and every player played
his
part. Leading the way were Kevin O’Sullivan’s ball winning, Clive
Sweetnam's
control, Sam O’Driscoll's shear determination and Colin McCarthy's
quality
kicking but every player can take pride in their contribution. The final score
was Kilmacabea 2-12 Barryroe 2-9. Team Joseph Collins, Stephen Calnan,
Sam
O’Driscoll, Jonathon Hill, Clive Sweetnam, Brendan McCarthy, Kevin
O’Sullivan,
Andrew O’Callaghan(0-2), Mark Jennings(1-1), Colin McCarthy(0-7), John
O’Sullivan(1-2), Timothy Nyhan, Niall Twomey, Richard Jennings, Tom
Collins,
Conor O’Callaghan.
Congratulations to Clare
O’Donoghue,
Maultrahane who was part of the Cork Senior Ladies football team who
continued
making history in recording their third All Ireland title in a row with
a
victory over Mayo on Sunday 23rd September.
Congratulations to Karen
Wolfe, Glandore
(whose family would have strong links with Kilmacabea GAA) who married
Daniel
Duggan Cork in Glandore on Friday 14th September. The club
wishes
the couple a happy life together.
Fixtures for the coming
week –
U16 hurling championship
Final vs. Ardfield
on Sunday 30th September in
Rosscarbery at
U12 football league play
off vs. Dunmanus
in Aughaville on Thursday 27th September at
U10 football vs. Iveleary
in Inchigeelagh
on Friday 28th September at
As these fixtures are
liable to change
check before travelling.
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Weekly Notes 22 September 2007:
While it was a extremely
disappointing week
for most
Having no experience of
this type of
competition it was with enthusiasm the group travelled. The day began
at 9.30
with a game against Crossmolina of Mayo which was won well. This was
followed
by a win over Bray Emmetts of Wicklow. Next was a win over An Portmore,
Co.
Armagh. The fourth game was against Naomh Brid, Co Donegal and the
concession
of two soft goals was too much to
overcome and they lost by a goal. Winning the final group game against
St.
Kevin’s of Co. Louth meant that they finished second in their group and
qualified for the plate semi-final. Here they had a one point win over
Oilean
Aran of
In recent weeks the U16’S
have seen
championship action in both hurling and football. The U 16 hurlers
played Mizen
and being physically stronger were always in control. Team Padraig
Burke, Eoin
O’Neill, Sean O’Regan, Thomas Jennings, Liam Cahalane, Joseph Collins,
Conor
O’Callaghan, Colin McCarthy, Richard Jennings, John O’Sullivan, Michael
Dineen,
Tommy Hayes, Denny Hayes, Liam Thompson, Oisin O’Sullivan. The U16
footballers
also had a comfortable win over Gabriel Rangers. Team Conor
O’Callaghan, Eoin
O’Neill, Padraig McCarthy, Joseph O’Callaghan, Colman O’Riordan, Thomas
Jennings, Colin McCarthy, Joseph Collins, Richard Jennings, Sean
O’Regan,
Padraig Burke, John O’Sullivan, Liam Cahalane, Tommy Hayes, Denny
Hayes, Liam
Thompson, Oisin O’Sullivan.
The U10’s have also
played some games and
are growing in their skills and performance. St Mary’s also came to
Leap to
play a U13 hurling game in what was a good exercise for those of the
team that
were available.
Congratulations to Peadar
O’Leary and Alexi Sloane who were married in Glandore on Saturday 16th.
The club
wishes them a happy life together.
Fixtures for the coming
week –
U16 football championship
vs. Ilen Og on
Friday 21st September in Skibbereen at
The Minors were due to be
in championship
action during the week but the game was cancelled with little regard
for the
club or the players involved.
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Weekly Notes 01 September 2007:
Competitive fixtures have been fairly quiet in recent
weeks
with some underage games only having been played . Things have got
busier in
the past week. On Tuesday 21st
July the U-16 hurlers took on Bantry in the championship. Going into
the game
with little work done they surpassed
themselves and ran out comfortable winners . The team was Padraig
Burke, Eoghan
O’Neill, Padraig McCarthy, Sean O’Regan, Thomas Jennings, Joseph
Collins,
Michael Dineen, Richard Jennings, Colin McCarthy, John O’Sullivan,
Conor
O’Callaghan, Tommy Hayes, Denny Hayes, Liam Cahalane, Liam Thompson.
The junior “C” footballers played Clonakilty in the championship on
Thursday 23rd
August. Featuring a nice blend of youth and experience the team played
some
excellent football. The sides were level at half time but the Kilmacs
tore in
to the game for the second half and could have won much more convincing
but for
the concession of two rather soft goals. It was a good performance with
the
defence playing well and the attack all scoring and led by the senior
members
James O’Donovan, Noel Crowley and Aidan Glavin who showed their
ability. The
final score was 1-17 to 2-9. Team John O’Donovan, Sam O’Driscoll, Barry
Ronan,
Adrian O’Driscoll, Michéal O’Donovan, Thomas French, Kevin
O’Driscoll, Peadar
O’Leary, Paul Tobin(0-2), James O’Donovan(0-6(4f), Brian
O’Sullivan(0-1), Kevin
McCarthy(1-1), Aidan Glavin(0-4), Noel Crowley(0-3).
The U 12 hurlers were in Championship
action against Bantry on Monday 27thy August in Rath. The team were on
top in
the first half but were not able to reflect their possession in scores
and the
concession of two goals against the run of play in the first half and
another
at the start of the second half meant they had it all to do. Putting in
a great
effort they tried their hardest and had the gap down to 3 points with 5
minutes
to go amid great excitement. Unfortunately the concession of another
goal at
this stage meant they had it all to do again and even though they kept
going to
the end it was not to be their night. Even though disappointment was
their lot
they have to be admired for their spirit. Final scores Kilmacabea 2-4
Bantry
4-3. Team Kevin Whooley, Odrahan Connolly, Shane O’Neill, Diarmaid
O’Callaghan,
Stephen O’Neill, Niall Hayes, Declan O’Sullivan, Aidan Williamson,
Martin
Collins, Richie O’Sullivan, Eoghan O’Sullivan, Jack Tobin, Euan Tobin.
Congratulations to all
club members who
were involved in the All Ireland Rowing championship held in Union Hall
on
Saturday /Sunday 25th and 26th August and
especially the
ladies U-14 crew of Jennifer
O’Callaghan, Aoife McDonald, Ciara McDonald and Lisa Cronin and the U16
crew
of Colin McCarthy, Liam Cronin, John
O’Sullivan, Joseph O’Callaghan with Clare Sweetnam cox to both crews
who won
gold.
Congratulations to Aidan
Glavin and his
wife Paula on the recent birth of their daughter Andrea.
Fixtures for the coming
week –
U16 hurling championship vs. Mizen on Thursday 30th
August(Provisional).
U14 hurling vs. Bantry on Friday 31st
August at
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Weekly Notes 04 August 2007:
The U-14
footballers took on Clanna Gael in the
championship in Skibbereen on Friday evening
These players
did themselves great credit when they put
that disappointment behind them and turned up in Skibbereen to play the
home
team in an u14 hurling festival tournament on Saturday. While they went
down by
2 points they played well throughout the pitch and in an even game the
result
could have gone either way. The U12 hurlers also played Skibbereen and
they
were successful after a very strong second half performance. Both of
these
games were played in downpour conditions but this did not detract in
any way
from the level of performance.
A very
enjoyable night was had by the players and
their families in The Leap Inn on Friday night when the U-21
footballers were
presented with the Buckley Financial services award for team of the
month.
There is a
club nite out in The Leap Inn on Saturday 4th
August at
Fixtures:
U16 Football
vs. Timoleague at Timoleague on Monday 6th
August at
U16 Football
vs. Kilbrittain on Thursday 9th
August at
U12 Football
vs. Timoleague on Thursday 2nd
August at Timoleague at
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Weekly Notes 28 July 2007:
The junior “A” footballers played Muintir Bhaire in the quarter final of the championship on Sunday 22nd July in Rath. For this group having put a huge personal input into preparing it was an extremely disappointing night for the club. The game was played in extremely heavy rain so it was going to be as much about coping with the physical conditions as well as playing football. The game was tight with little between the sides. Kilmacabea started positively and were 0-3 to 0-1 ahead after 5 minutes but from here to the end were not winning enough possession around the middle of the field. A goal was disallowed mid half on a day when scores were hard to come by and the sides went in level 0-3 each at half time. Kilmacabea got what should have been a huge boost with a goal at the start of the second half but it did not give the team the lift and the loss of Ger. O’Donovan in the scoring of it was a loss. From here it was Muintir Bhaire who dominated the game and went on to be deserving winners on the score of 0-9 to 1-3. This was a tough result on this group and those associated with them who had put in a huge effort. Good luck to Muintir Bhaire.
The U16 hurlers were in action against St. Mary’s on Monday and while they lost put in a creditable performance.
There is a presentation to the U21 footballers for July team of the month in Carbery presented by Buckley Financial Services, Dunmanway in The Leap Inn on Friday 27th July at
Fixtures for the coming week –
U14 football championship vs. Clanna Gael on Friday 27th July at
U12 Hurling – Skibbereen Festival tournament Saturday 28th July at
U14 Hurling – Skibbereen Festival tournament Saturday 28th July at 11.30am
As these fixtures are liable to change check before travelling.
A club Nite Out is being held on Saturday 4th August in Leap Inn at
Weekly Notes 06 July 2007:
The minor non-exam team continued the clubs good week when they took on Bishopstown in Ahiohill on
This group of Kilmacabea players have worked as hard as any team with little success over the years but they have never faltered and it is a credit to their own determination as well as their ability that they have succeeded. Well done to what the mentors Sean Tobin and Michael Gore with help from Johnny O’Sullivan have achieved with this group.
The u 14 hurlers played Gabriel Og in the championship in Rath on Thursday 28th June. Putting in a great effort they were in the contest for 40 minutes when they tired and after giving a very creditable performance were eventually defeated on the score 3-4 to 7-6.
Fixtures for the coming week –
U14 football vs. St. Marys on Thursday 5th July at
U12 football vs. Barryroe on Monday 9th July at
U18 football vs. Argideen Rangers on Monday 9th July at
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Weekly Notes 30 June 2007:
Victory was the just
reward for the U 21’s
when they played Caheragh in the final of the championship on Sunday 24th
June in Kealkil. Going into the game without the services of two
players it was
felt that they would have a difficult test but as happens adversity is
the true
test of the man. This group of players have been together from underage
and
have experienced some down days along the way but they put all this
behind them
on Sunday to fashion a deserved victory. In the first half the Kilmac's
were
playing into the wind and when Caheragh started well and went two
points up it
looked as if it may be Caheragh’s day. The Kilmac's were not having any
of it
and with Daniel O’Donovan putting over 2 fine 45’s the game was evenly
balanced
at 0-4 each after 10 minutes. The Kilmac's had a let off in the 12th
minute when Caheragh had a goal disallowed and soon after Timothy
O’Donovan
made a great save to prevent a certain goal, The sides were tied at 6
points
each after 21minutes when the vital score came Kilmac's way. After
typical Sam
O’Driscoll defending, Ruairi Hourihane split open Caheragh with a
powerful run
before parting to Ger O’Donovan who goaled with his usual style. This
allowed
the Kilmac's to go in a goal ahead at half time. Getting a quick point
on the
restart allowed them to absorb some Caheragh pressure but with the
everyone
working very hard for the cause the Kilmac's were able to lift their
game and
were in control and went on to win on the score 1-13 to 0-10. This was
a game with
some fine football and was played in good spirit on the whole. This was
a
superb team performance. The leading lights produced their expected
goods but
it was the performance of the others that won the game. Timothy
O’Donovan was
dependable in goal and his kick outs good. The full back line of Barry
Ronan,
Niall McCarthy and Sam O’Driscoll were heroic. Time after time winning
ball and
clearing their lines. The half back line of Clive Sweetnam,
Michéal O’Donovan
and Thomas French had a battle royal but came out on top. Ruairi
Hourihane and
James Calnan gave the Kilmac's the advantage around the middle. Daniel
O’Donovan showed his undoubted ability winning important ball when
needed and
linking with the attack and scoring some fine scores. Ger O’Donovan was
his
usual class in everything he did also getting some fine scores. John
O’Driscoll
won a lot of ball and was dangerous. Brian O’Sullivan, Timothy Nyhan,
and Mark
Jennings worked very hard and linked well as an attack. Andrew
O’Callaghan and
Brian O’Donovan also did their bit. For the small panel of 19 players
this was
a great reward for their effort and skill and was richly deserved. Well
done to
mentors, Dan Hourihane, John Keohane and Michael O’Donovan.
The minor footballers
took on Clondrohid in
the semi final of the non-exam league in Enniskeane on Thursday evening
14th
June. As has been the case through their campaign they settled early
and
playing good entertaining football were well worth their early lead.
Clondrohid
had some good players and they came back into it and had closed the gap
to 3
points at half time. On the resumption the Kilmacs again started well
and with
all players responding to the challenge ran out clear winners in the
end on the
score 3-9 to 0-7. The goals in the first half by Andrew O’Callaghan and
Sean
O’Regan were vital in turning the game Kilmacs way and giving them the
cushion.
As usual with this team, every one is doing their job very well and
have
exceeded expectations in reaching the final. This group are proof of
what can
be achieved with hard work, good football and the right attitude. Team
– Joseph
Collins, Stephen Calnan, Sam O’Driscoll, Thomas Jennings, Clive
Sweetnam,
Colman O’Riordan, Brendan McCarthy, Colin McCarthy, Mark Jennings, Sean
O’Regan, Andrew O’Callaghan, Timothy Nyhan, John O’Sullivan, Jonathon
Hill,
Padraig Burke. The notes on the final against Bishopstown (2nd
team) are printed below in the news.
The club would like to
wish a speedy
recovery to Ciaran O’Donovan on his recent injury.
Other Fixtures for the
coming week –
U10 hurling vs. Sam
Maguires on Saturday 30th June
at 11.30am in Leap
U12 football vs. Caheragh
on Monday 2nd
July at 7.30pm - Venue TBA
U14 hurling championship
vs. Gabriels on
Thursday 28th June at 7.30pm at Baltimore
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Weekly Notes 23 June 2007:
The minor footballers
took on Clondrohid in
the semi final of the non-exam league in Enniskeane on Thursday evening
14th
June. As has been the case through their campaign they settled early
and
playing good entertaining football were well worth their early lead.
Clondrohid
had some good players and they came back into it and had closed the gap
to 3
points at half time. On the resumption the Kilmacs again started well
and with
all players responding to the challenge ran out clear winners in the
end on the
score 3-9 to 0-7. The goals in the first half by Andrew O’Callaghan and
Sean
O’Regan were vital in turning the game Kilmacs way and giving them the
cushion.
As usual with this team, every one is doing their job very well and
have
exceeded expectations in reaching the final. This group are proof of
what can
be achieved with hard work, good football and the right attitude. Team
– Joseph
Collins, Stephen Calnan, Sam O’Driscoll, Thomas Jennings, Clive
Sweetnam,
Colman O’Riordan, Brendan McCarthy, Colin McCarthy, Mark Jennings, Sean
O’Regan, Andrew O’Callaghan, Timothy Nyhan, John O’Sullivan, Jonathon
Hill,
Padraig Burke. The final against Bishopstown (2nd team) is
likely to
go ahead next week and the people of the parish are encouraged to go
and give
them the support they have earned and deserve.
The U10 hurlers
traveled to Kilmichael to play the home team on Saturday 16th
June.
Playing against a better team it was difficult but they kept playing
and every
game will help to improve their understanding of the game and how it is
played.
Team Luke Read, John Patrick Sheehan, Tiernan Kerrisk, Darren Whooley,
D.J.
Glanton, Eoin O’Sullivan, Myles Tobin,
Matthew O’Neill, Ciáran French, Karl Ronan, Timothy O’Donovan,
Ross Cantwell,
Iona Tobin.
The under 12 footballers
played Timoleague
in Timoleague on Monday 17th June. Getting on top from the
start and
playing some excellent football were convincing winners. Team - Odhran
Connolly, Bernadette O’Driscoll, Fiona O’Sullivan(0-1), Aishling
Chalane,
Declan O’Sullivan(0-1), Euan Tobin, Niall Hayes(1-3) Martin
Collins(0-6), Shane
McDermott, Diarmuid O’Callaghan(1-2), Aidan Williamson(3-0), Eoin
O’Sullivan(0-1), Pat Calnan(1-0) Thomas French, Matthew O’Neill, Kevin
O’Donovan, Aishling O’Callaghan.
The club would like to
wish a speedy
recovery to Ciaran O’Donovan on his recent injury. As captain of the
U-21 team
playing their final this week he will be a huge loss.
The big game this week is
the delayed final
of the U21 football championship vs. Caheragh in Kealkill on Sunday 24th
June at
Other Fixtures for the
coming week –
Junior A football vs.
Ardfield in Ardfield
on Friday 22nd June at
U10 hurling vs.
Rosscarbery on Saturday 23rd
June at 11.30am at Rosscarbery
U12 football vs. Dunmanus
on Monday 25th
June at
U14 hurling championship vs. Gabriels on
Thursday 28th June
at
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Weekly Notes 16 June 2007:
The only group in action this week were the
U10
hurlers who played their first game of the season when they played
Pedlars
Cross in Leap on Saturday 9th June. For some this was also
their
first proper game so it was a huge learning experience. This was
obvious early
on as it took them a while to get their bearings. This was a good
introduction
against a stronger and skilful Pedlars team. As the game progressed
they showed
great enthusiasm and were improving as they settled. Given the age of
the group
they showed plenty to work with. Importantly they all got the
opportunity to
play in ideal conditions Team: Luke Read, John Patrick Sheehan, Tiernan
Kerrisk,
Darren Whooley, D.J. Glanton, Eoghan
O’Sullivan, Myles Tobin, Matthew O’Neill, Ciáran French, Karl
Ronan, Timothy
O’Donovan, Ross Cantwell, Iona Tobin, Aishling O’Callaghan, Dylan
Morgan.
The club had two representatives Ruairi
Hourihane and Donacha
McCarthy on the Carbery team that were beaten by Ballincollig in the
County
senior football championship at the weekend.
Fixtures:
Minor non exam s/final vs. Clondrohid on
Thursday 14th
June at
U10 Hurling vs. Kilmichael at Kilmichael on
Saturday
16th June at
U12Football vs. Timoleague on Monday 18th
June at
As these fixtures are liable to change check
prior to traveling
Weekly Notes 09 June 2007:
The minor footballers
continued their non
exam league programme when they took on Delaneys in Rosscarbery on
Tuesday
evening 5th June. Starting well and keeping their head they
settled
into their game and went into an early lead. Having got caught for a
sucker
punch goal they showed great character and responded to restore their
lead at
half time. They continued the second half playing fast flowing football
and
despite pressure from Delaneys the players kept their heads to fashion
a superb
win on the score 2-10 to 1-7. A feature of the display was the
discipline of
all the team in the face of some extraordinary provocation. Each and
every man
put in a huge effort closing down space and making themselves available
to
receive when in possession. Prospects for this group are good if they
continue
with the work ethic and discipline shown during this game. Team –
Joseph
Collins, Stephen Calnan, Sam O’Driscoll, Thomas Jennings, Clive
Sweetnam,
Jonathon Hill, Brendan McCarthy, Colin McCarthy, Mark Jennings, Sean
O’Regan,
Andrew O’Callaghan, Timothy Nyhan, John O’Sullivan. This victory was
notable in
the manner it was achieved and that it was achieved without one of the
team’s
most influential players. The club would like to wish Kevin O’Sullivan
a speedy
recovery.
The U14 hurlers travelled
to St Columns on
Thursday 31st May. As soon as the teams stepped on the pitch
it was
clear that this was not going to be Kilmacs night as they were at a
severe
disadvantage physically. Once the game started it was also clear that
the skill
level of the opposition was higher and it does call in to question what
grading
system is used for a league intended to develop hurling.
Credit to all the players as they put in a
huge effort and competed whole heartedly and they can be proud that
they kept
playing and never gave up when they were clearly at a disadvantage.
Victory
went to St. Columns.
The under 12 hurlers
played Bantry in
Skibbereen on Monday 3rd
June. Early on it seemed as if Bantry had a higher skill level and
looked like
they would prevail. As often happens at this age the Kilmacs did not
let this
deter them and playing with great intensity and no little skill they
proceeded
to take the game to Bantry and should have won if they could convert
their
abundant possession into scores. Niall Hayes was unstoppable and got
great
assistance from Martin Collins, Richie O’Sullivan and Declan O’Sullivan
with
all the rest working their socks off. The
final score was a draw
Kilmac
0-3, Bantry 1-0 Team - Diarmuid O’Callaghan, Stephen O’Sullivan, Odhran
Connolly, Shane O’Neill, Declan O’Sullivan, Martin Collins Euan Tobin,
Niall
Hayes, Richie O’Sullivan, Aidan
Williamson, Matthew O’Neill, Kevin O’Donovan, Eoin O’Sullivan, Jack
Tobin,
Aishling Cahalane.
The girls from
Maultrahane made it five
titles in a row when they beat Castlehaven to win their Sciath na Scoil
final
on Thursday 31st May in Dunmanway. Getting the benefit of a
couple
of early goals gave the team the confidence and they went on to win
comfortably. Team Bernadette O’Driscoll, Aishling Cahalane, Hannah
MacEoin,
Emma O’Callaghan, Lorraine O’Donovan, Clare Collins, Fiona O’Sullivan.
The boys from Leap were
also in the final
of their section but had to give away to a physically stronger Darra.
They put
in a good effort and competed well but had too much to do. Team David
O’Donovan, Declan O’Sullivan, Kieran O’Sullivan, Niall Hayes, Martin
Collins,
Oisin O’Sullivan, Richie O’Sullivan, Liam Thomson, Gavin Daly, Kevin
O’Donovan.
Fixtures for the coming
week –
U14 hurling vs.
Clondrohid on Thursday 7th
June at 7.30pm at Leap
U10 hurling vs. Pedlars
on Saturday 9th
June at 11.30am at Leap
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Weekly Notes 02 June 2007:
The U14 hurlers played
Ardfield on Thursday
24/5/07 in Ardfield. Ardfield began the brighter and playing much
better and
should have been further ahead at halftime with the score at 2-0 to 2-3
in
Ardfields favour. An all round improvement in the Kilmacs play produced
a much
better second half and getting on top throughout the field and working
hard
produced a excellent performance to win the game on the score 3-4 to
2-4. This
was a good enjoyable game with plenty of excitement and commitment from
both
sides. It was a performance of which everyone could be proud of their
effort.
Team Martin Collins, Liam O’Driscoll, Oisin O’Sullivan, Niall Hayes,
Finnán
Tobin, Eamon O’Sullivan(0-3),Kevin Hayes, Denny Hayes, Liam
Cahalane(1-1),
Richie O’Sullivan, Eoin Collins, Liam Thompson(1-0)David O’Donovan,
Declan
O’Sullivan,.
The under 12 hurlers
played Barryroe
on Monday 28th
May. This was a good game with very little
between the teams. Barryroe had more skilful players but the Kilmacs
put in a
great effort and could feel unlucky that they could not convert
possession into
scores especially in the last quarter when they were camped in the
Barryroe
half. The final score was Kilmac 0-3, Barryroe 2-3 Team - Diarmuid
O’Callaghan,
Odhran Connolly, Shane O’Neill, Declan O’Sullivan, Martin Collins Euan
Tobin,
Niall Hayes, Richie O’Sullivan, Pat
Calnan, Aidan Williamson, Kevin Whooley, Matthew
O’Neill, Kevin O’Donovan, Eoin O’Sullivan, Jack
Tobin.
The minors played
Kilmichael in the non-exam league on
Tuesday 29th
May. After a good first half the team were 4 points ahead in the first
half and
with Andrew O’Callaghan getting 3 goals
the team were able to record a deserved victory. Team Joseph Collins,
Sam
O’Driscoll, Stephen Calnan, Colman Riordan, Clive Sweetnam, Jonathon
Hill,
Kevin O’Sullivan, Brendan McCarthy, Colin McCarthy, Mark Jennings,
Andrew
O’Callaghan, Timothy Nyhan, John O’Sullivan, Sean O’Regan Padraig
Burke.
Fixtures for the coming
week –
U14 hurling vs. St.
Columns on Thursday 31st May at
7.30pm at Kealkil
Minor Non Exam Football
vs. Delaneys on
Monday 4th June at 7.30pm at
Ballinacarriga
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Weekly Notes 26 May 2007:
The U14 hurlers played Barryroe in the league on
The under 12 hurlers
played Gabriel Og Monday 21st May. The Kilmacs were quicker to settle and a
couple of early goals put them in the driving seat. Gabriels came more
into the
game and were making a match of it but a couple of goals at the end of
the
first half gave the Kilmacs an advantage they held to the end. Team -
Diarmuid
O’Callaghan, Odhran Connolly, Shane O’Neill, Declan O’Sullivan, Martin
Collins
Euan Tobin, Niall Hayes, Richie
O’Sullivan, Pat Calnan, Aidan Williamson, Kevin Whooley, Shane
McDermott, Shane
Garvey, Matthew O’Neill, Kevin O’Donovan, Eoin O’Sullivan, Gavin Daly.
The minors played away to Ballinora in the
non exam league on Tuesday
22nd May. The team played well in the first half and looked
in a
good position when they were ahead by six points at half time after
playing
against the hill and the wind. The team tired badly in the second half
and with
a lack of strength in depth in the panel and a young team had little
options
but could feel unlucky to loose by 2 points. Team Joseph Collins, Sam
O’Driscoll, Stephen Calnan, Thomas Jennings, Clive Sweetnam, Jonathon
Hill,
Kevin O’Sullivan, Sean O’Regan, Colin McCarthy, Mark Jennings, Andrew
O’Callaghan, Timothy Nyhan, John O’Sullivan, Padraig Burke.
Fixtures for the coming
week –
U14 hurling vs. Ardfield
on Thursday 24th
May at
U12 hurling vs. Barryroe
on Monday 28th May at
Minor Non Exam Football
vs. Kilmichael on
Tuesday 29th May at
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Weekly Notes 19 May 2007:
The u14 hurlers started
their playing
season away to Gabriels on
The junior C footballers
were in action
also on Thursday when they took on Caheragh and were well worth their
victory
by 2 points. The Junior A footballers took on Bandon in the league on
Sunday13th May. The game was even in the first half and the sides were
level at
half time on the score 0-5 each. The Kilmacs fell away alarmingly in
the second
half and suffered their first defeat of the season on the score 0-12 to
0-8.
The under 12 hurlers were in action on Monday 14th May when
they
took on Ardfield. Ardfield fielded a very young team and with the
Kilmacs able
to dominate physically they went on to record a victory. The minor
footballers
played Crosshaven in the non exam league on Tuesday 15th
May. With
the team working very hard they performed well and recorded a deserved
victory.
Team - Diarmuid O’Callaghan, Odhran Connolly, Shane O’Neill, Declan
O’Sullivan,
Martin Collins Euan Tobin, Niall Hayes, Richie
O’Sullivan, Pat Calnan, Aidan Williamson, Kevin
Whooley, Jack Tobin, Shane McDermott,
Shane Garvey,
Matthew O’Neill, Kevin O’Donovan Eoin O’Sullivan, Aishling O’Callaghan.
Fixtures for the coming
week –
U14 hurling vs. Barryroe
on Thursday 17th
May at
U12 hurling vs. Gabriel
Og on Monday 21st May at
Minor Non Exam Football
vs. Ballinora on
Tuesday 22nd May at
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Weekly Notes 12 May 2007:
On Wednesday 5th
May the U12’s
took on Kilmeen in the semi-final of the championship. Having already
played in
the league they were well aware of what they faced. Unfortunately they
made a
bad start in conceding a goal in the first minute. Given that, they
made a good
effort and even though they were behind were making a game of it and
were well
in contention until the last five minutes when they concede three
goals.
Playing against a physically stronger and well prepared team this was a
gap too
great to bridge. To their credit they kept playing football to the end
and can
feel proud of their display. On the night they were beaten by the
better team
but they also produced some good moves of their own. The final score
was
Kilmeen 6-9 Kilmacabea 4-5. Team - Odhran Connolly, Shane O’Neill,
Fiona
O’Sullivan, Aishling O’Callaghan, Declan O’Sullivan, Euan Tobin, Niall
Hayes,
Martin Collins, Diarmuid O’Callaghan, Richie O’Sullivan, Bernadette
O’Driscoll,
Aidan Williamson, Eoin O’Sullivan, Kevin Whooley, Thomas French, Niamh
O’Driscoll, Matthew O’Neill, Kevin O’Donovan, Gavin Daly, Kevin Whooley.
On Tuesday 8th
May the minors
began their non-exam league when they travelled to the Mizen and had a
victory
over the home team. Team – Joseph Collins, Sam O’Driscoll, Stephen
Calnan,
Thomas Jennings, Clive Sweetnam, Jonathon Hill, Kevin O’Sullivan, Colin
McCarthy, Mark Jennings, Brendan McCarthy, Timothy Nyhan, Andrew
O’Callaghan,
John O’Sullivan, Sean O’Regan.
The club has recently
received a sizeable
lotto grant, which will contribute to the funding of the development of
the
pitch and facilities at William Goulding Park. This is most welcome and
thanks
must go to our local public representatives for their efforts on the
clubs
behalf. The contractor is currently working on the field works. The
process to
build the new dressing room and sports hall is also in motion.
Fixtures for the coming
week –
Junior A football league
vs. Bandon on
Sunday 13th May at 3.30pm Venue TBA
Junior C football league
vs. Caheragh in
Caheragh on Thursday 10th May at 8.15pm
U14 hurling vs. Gabriel
Rangers in
Ballydehob on Thursday 10th May at 7.30pm
U12 hurling vs. Ardfield
on Monday 14th
May at 7.30pm Venue TBA
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Weekly Notes 05 May 2007:
The U12 footballers
played Kilbrittain in
Ardfield on Monday 26/4/07 in the first round of the championship.
Starting
well, two early goals set them up and with Niall Hayes, Declan
O’Sullivan,
Martin Collins, Richie O’Sullivan and Diarmuid O’Callaghan playing well
around
the middle they had enough to overcome a strong Kilbrittain side. This
was a
good contest and the team had to work hard but were able to get vital
scores
when needed. The final score was Kilmacabea 7-6 Kilbrittain 1-7 Team -
Odhran
Connolly, Shane O’Neill, Fiona O’Sullivan, Aishling O’Callaghan, Declan
O’Sullivan, Euan Tobin, Niall Hayes(1-3) Martin Collins, Diarmuid
O’Callaghan(1-0), Richie O’Sullivan(3-2), Bernadette O’Driscoll, Aidan
Williamson(1-1), Eoin O’Sullivan(1-0), Kevin Whooley, Thomas French,
Niamh
O’Driscoll, Matthew O’Neill, Kevin O’Donovan, Michéal O’Donovan.
The Junior A team played
Carbery Rangers in
the league and had a convincing victory on the score 0-11 to 0-1.
Congratulations to Junior
A selector and player Kevin O’Driscoll,
Shreelane and his wife
Peggy on the recent birth of their
daughter Julieanne Kate
Kilmacabea Og would like
to thank the
generous support from the parish during the recent church gate
collection.
U10/8 football training
starts on Saturday
5th May at 10.30am in Barleyhill.
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Weekly Notes 28 Apr 2007:
The
junior “A” footballers played Ilen
Rovers in the first round of the championship on Saturday evening 21st
April in Skibbereen. Ilen Rovers started well and after 5 minutes were
three
points to the good. The Kilmacs settled and started to create moves of
their
own and got the break needed when Ger O’Donovan expertly converted a
penalty in
the 8th minute to level the match. Getting on top throughout
the
pitch the Kilmacs began to dominate possession and made some good moves
but
were let down by their final ball. Ger O’Donovan converted a second
penalty in
the 19th minute and the side went in deservedly ahead on the
score
of 2-3 to 0-4. . Coming out for the second half the game was balanced
for the
first five minutes with the exchanges robust., When Ilen rovers had a
man sent
to the line after 6 minutes it looked good for the Kilmacs to go on to
confirm
their advantage. As happens so often in this scenario it was the Ilen
Rovers
who went on to raise their game. The Kilmacs were not winning the
possession
necessary and looked to be in trouble when Ilen scored two goals to go
ahead by
the 20th minute. Thankfully the Kilmacs rallied and did
enough to
fashion a two point victory in the last 10 minutes. Kilmacabea 2-7 Ilen
Rovers
2-5. This was a good test for the team and was an indication of their
resolve
when they were put under pressure and games like this will stand to
them. This
was a game where each individual did his part and had their moments.
The
defence as a unit did well, midfield had a good first half and the
forwards
also had their spell. Team Timothy O’Donovan, Ciaran O’Donovan, Niall
McCarthy,
Timmie O’Mahony, Donie O’Donoghue, Brendan O’Driscoll, Diarmuid
O’Donovan,
Ruairi Hourihane, Eoin O’Donovan, Noel O’Donoghue, Tom Sheehan,
Donnacha
McCarthy(0-1), Donie O’Donovan(0-1) , Ger O’Donavan(2-4), Noel McCarthy
Subs
used Daniel O’Donovan(0-1), Barry Glavin, Noel O’Donovan.
FixturesU12
F Championship v Kilbrittain on
Thursday 26th April at 7.30pm
at Ardfield
Minor
football v St. Colums on Wednesday 2nd
May. Venue T.B.A.
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Weekly Notes 21 Apr 2007:
A
number of matches were played during the
week with varying degrees of success. The U14 footballers played their
first
match when they travelled to play Kilmeen on Thursday 12th.
Having
little work done there were obvious signs of lack of practice and
playing
against a stronger and more cohesive group they were up against it.
Allowing
for that they produced some fine moves of their own but had to give way
to a
better team. The U16 hurlers travelled to play Timoleague on Friday
evening.
Struggling to field a team they were well beaten on the night. The u-12
footballers travelled to again play Kilmeen on Monday night 16th
April but again had to give way. This was a good measure for them of
the work
needed to be put in.
The
junior A footballers played
Ballinascarthy and won on the score 1-9 to 0-10.
The
junior “C” footballers beat Goleen on
the score of 0-15 to 3-3.
Congratulations
to James
O’Donovan(Bawnfune) and his wife Jennifer on the recent birth of their
daughter.
At
present the underage section of the club
are training on land at Connagh while the pitch is being developed.
Thanks go
to the landowner Mr. Fachtna O’Callaghan, Barleyhill and to Sean and
Dominic
O’Mahony, Barleyhill for the availability of this land.
Fixtures
for the weekend
The
main fixture this week is the first
round of the junior “A” football
championship when Kilmacabea take on Ilen Rovers in Skibbereen on this
Saturday
21st at 7.30pm.Support would be appreciated
Junior
“C” football v Glengarriffe away on
Sunday 22nd at 3.30pm
U12
F v Kilbrittain on Monday 23rd
April at 7.00pm at Kilbrittain
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Weekly Notes 14 Apr 2007:
On Saturday 7th
April the U21’s
took on Muintir Bhaire in the semi-final
of the championship in Rath. Playing against the cross wind in the
first half
the early exchanges were even and the sides were level after five
minutes when the
Kilmacs created a goal scored by Andrew O’Callaghan which was to ease
the
pressure on them. With Ruairi Hourihane and James Calnan winning a lot
of ball
the Kilmacs had the advantage in the middle of the pitch but were not
getting
the scores to reflect their possession. Muintir Bhaire as always were
competing
well and were pegging away with their own score’s and the game was
evenly
balanced at half time with the Kilmacs ahead on the score of 1-6 to
0-7. After
an early injury scare to James Calnan at the start of the second half
it looked
as if the game might be swinging in Muintir Bhaire’s favour when they
had
levelled by the 10th minute and even though Ger O’Donovan
again
edged the Kilmacs ahead in the 13th minute the sides were
again
level by the 16th minute. The next couple of minutes were
the
turning points of the game when following a good move Brian O’Sullivan
goaled
in the 17th minute and this was followed immediately by
another fine
move, which John O’Driscoll finished with a goal. This gave the
advantage to
the Kilmacs and they went on to finish out winning 3-9 to 0-12. Going in to the game without key player
Daniel O’Donovan was unsettling but never was the true mettle of this
group of
players better shown than with this display. Credit to one and all for
raising
their game against a tough uncompromising opposition. This was the day
for the
defence as a unit to show their hunger. Timothy O’Donovan in goal again
was
equal to all that came his way. Early on it looked as if Niall McCarthy
had his
hands full but as the game wore on so did his grip. Two outstanding men
flanked
him on the day in Sam O’Driscoll and Barry Ronan who were never
bettered.
Ciaran O’Donovan as usual was at the heart of everything and mastered a
number
of opponents and Clive Sweetnam and Michéal O Donovan were equal
to the
challenge put to them. At midfield Ruairi and James were a fine pairing
and
dominated possession. Ger O’Donovan led the forwards with his usual
style and
was unstoppable getting all the side’s points. Either side of him Kevin
O’Sullivan and Tom French who shipped some heavy tackles got through a
lot of
work. The inside line of John O’Driscoll, Brian O’Sullivan and Andrew
O’Callaghan were always dangerous and combined well to take their
goals. While
this game was not without incident the manner in achieving victory made
it all
the sweeter. Team Timothy O’Donovan, Sam O’Driscoll, Niall McCarthy,
Barry
Ronan, Clive Sweetnam Ciaran O’Donovan, Michéal O’Donovan,
Ruairi Hourihane,
James Calnan, Kevin O’Sullivan, Ger O’Donovan(0-9), Thomas French, ,
Brian
O’Sullivan(1-0), John O’Driscoll(1-0), Andrew O’Callaghan(1-0). Subs
Timothy
Nyhan, Brian O’Donovan, Mark Jennings.
The U12 footballers
played Gabriel Rangers
in Skibbereen on Monday evening 9th April. While they won
and scored
some fine scores they were put under pressure at times and had to work
for the
result. Team - Odhran Connolly, Shane O’Neill, Fiona O’Sullivan,
Bernadette
O’Driscoll, Declan O’Sullivan, Euan Tobin, Niall Hayes Martin Collins,
Diarmuid
O’Callaghan,, Richie O’Sullivan, Matthew O’Neill, Aidan Williamson,
Eoin
O’Sullivan, Thomas French, Niamh O’Driscoll, Kevin O’Donovan Aishling
O’Callaghan.
Fixtures for the weekend
U14 F v Kilmeen on
Thursday 12th
April at 7.15pm at Rossmore
U16 H v Timoleague on
Friday 13th April at 6.45pm at
Timoleague
U16 H v Skibbereen on
Sunday 15th April at 11.30am at
Skibbereen TBC
U12 F v Kilmeen on Monday
16th April at 6.45pm at Rossmore
U14 F v Dunmanus on
Thursday 19th
April at 7.30pm at Durrus
Junior C Football v
Goleen on Saturday 14th
April TBC
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Weekly Notes 07 Apr 2007:
The
U12 footballers played Pedlars Cross on
Monday evening 2nd April in Unionhall. Dominating in all
areas of
the field the team soon got into their stride and playing with superb
passing
and use of the ball fashioned out excellent scores. With every one
working very
hard for possession and doing their part in their position it was a
treat to
watch the combination and flow of football and was an example to anyone
young
or old of how to play. The team went on to maintain their momentum and
were
comfortable winners. Team - Odhran Connolly, Shane O’Neill, Fiona
O’Sullivan,
Aishling Cahalane, Declan O’Sullivan, Euan Tobin, Niall Hayes, Martin
Collins,
Diarmuid O’Callaghan, Richie O’Sullivan, Kevin Whooley, Aidan
Williamson, Eoin
O’Sullivan, Bernadette O’Driscoll, Thomas French, Kevin O’Donovan,
Aishling
O’Callaghan, Niamh O’Driscoll .
The
Junior 2 footballers played Clanna Gael
on Sunday 1st April in Drimoleague. With Aidan Glavin
getting a goal
in the first minute this gave the team an advantage they were able to
maintain
all through. John O’Donovan added a second goal after a good move and
the team
went in ahead 3points after playing well against a strong wind. The
team had
learned from their previous outing and went on to hold the advantage
and won on
the score of 3-9 to 0-10. This was the team’s best performance to date.
Kevin
McCarthy(Reavouler) made a welcome return after a long injury lay off
to play
well in goal with his brother Niall played well at full back. Peadar
O’Leary
played well at midfield and Noel McCarthy ably led the attack. The full
forward
line of Aidan Glavin, John O’Donovan and John O’Driscoll were dangerous
and
effective. Team Kevin McCarthy, Clive Sweetnam, Niall McCarthy, Donie
O’Donoghue, Adrian O’Driscoll, Diarmuid O’Donovan, Michéal
O’Donovan, Peadar
O’Leary, James Calnan, Noel O’Donoghue, Noel McCarthy(0-3), Kevin
McCarthy(0-1), John O’Donovan(2-0), Aidan Glavin(1-2), John
O’Driscoll(0-2).
Subs Kevin O’Drsicoll, Denis O’Donovan.
Fixtures
for the week:
U21
Football championship semi final v Muintir
Bhaire on
Saturday 7th April at Rath at 5pm.
U16
hurling v Timoleague on Sunday 8th April
at 11.30am Venue TBA
U18
football v Kilbrittain on Monday 9th
April at 12noon at Kilbrittain TBC
U12
football v Gabriel Og on Monday 9th April at 6.45pm Venue Skibbereen TBC
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Weekly Notes 31 Mar 2007:
The
U12 footballers started their playing
season on Monday evening 26th March when they travelled to
Kealkil
to play Colm Og. Getting off to a great start with two goals they went
on to
win the game comfortably. It was a good opportunity for players to get
the feel
for the game. Team - Odhran Connolly, Shane O’Neill, Fiona O’Sullivan,
Bernadette O’Driscoll, Niall Hayes, Pat Calnan, Declan O’Sullivan,
Martin
Collins, Kevin O’Donovan, Richie O’Sullivan, Diarmuid O’Callaghan,
Aidan
Williamson, Eoin O’Sullivan, Matthew O’Neill, Aishling Cahalane,
Aishling
O’Callaghan, David Kapinski, Shane Garvey, Gavin Daly, Kevin Whooley.
The
U-21 footballers played Barryroe in the
quarter final of the championship on Saturday 24th March in
Ballinascarthy. On a perfect evening it was the chance for the team to
show
some fine attacking football. Getting off to a perfect start with a
goal from
Ciaran O’Donovan in the first minute it looked as if they might have
enough to
do when Barryroe had levelled the scores by the eight minute. At this
stage
Timothy O’Donovan made a superb vital
double save to prevent a goal and this was the spur for the Kilmacs to
raise
their game. Winning possession and moving the ball fluently they
continued to
create chances and even though they kicked a lot of wides they went in
ahead on
the score of 2-6 to 0-4 at halftime with Ciaran O’Donovan getting the
second
goal with a minute to go. Even though the Kilmacs got the first score
of the
second half Barryroe were competing well and were rewarded for their
work when
they scored a goal off the post after 7 minutes. The lead was down to 6
points
and looking edgy but this was the signal for the Kilmacs to take over.
With
Ruairi Hourihane completely dominating around midfield with some
outstanding
fielding and with some excellent use of the ball in passing and flowing
movement a series of excellent points followed and the Kilmacs ran out
comfortable winners on the score 2-17 to 1-5. This was an excellent all
round
team performance. Timothy O’Donovan did not have a lot to do but his
save was
vital when needed. The full back line dealt capably with anything that
came
their way. Ciaran O Donovan was a driving force at centre back scoring
2-1 and
was ably assisted by Michéal O’Donovan and Tom French in winning
possession and
attacking. James Calnan got through a lot of work to give Kilmacs
dominance at
midfield. The forwards worked excellently together. Ger O’Donovan was
outstanding in his link play and Kevin O’Sullivan and Cliff Sweetnam
won a huge
amount of possession to supply the inside line. Daniel O’Donovan was an
ideal
target man winning possession at will and John O’Driscoll and Brian
O’Sullivan
were a constant threat in possession and available for passes to open
up the
space inside for others. Team Timothy O’Donovan, Sam O’Driscoll, Niall
McCarthy, Barry Ronan, Michéal O’Donovan, Ciaran O’Donovan(2-1),
Thomas
French(0-1), Ruairi Hourihane, James Calnan, Kevin O’Sullivan(0-1),
Daniel
O’Donovan(0-6), Clive Sweetnam(0-1), Brian O’Sullivan, Ger
O’Donovan(0-4), John
O’Driscoll(0-3) Subs Brian O’Donovan, Mark Jennings.
The
Junior 1 footballers also played
Barryroe on Sunday 25th in Barryroe in a tough encounter and
played
well. They were ahead at halftime but when Barryroe got a goal to put
them ahead
after halftime this was the spur to the Kilmacs and they went on to
dominate
the last quarter to win 4-11 to 1-11. They showed a growing maturity in
not
fading when the pressure came on and were able to lift their game when
needed.
Fixtures
for the weekend
U16
football v Iveleary on Sunday 1st
April at 11.30am at Inchigeelagh
U12
football v Pedlars on Monday 2nd
April at
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Other
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Weekly Notes 24 Mar 2007:
The U-21 footballers were
in action on St.
Patrick’s day when they took on Ballinascarthy in the first round of
the
championship in Ardfield. Having had tight encounters in the previous
years the
Kilmacs were expecting a tough encounter and so it proved. The day was
dry and
cold with a strong cross wind but this did not detract from a good game
of
football. The Kilmacs suffered an early set back when they conceded an
early
goal. Putting that behind them and playing the better football they set
about
regaining the lead and after the first quarter the sides were level.
They were
caught again in the 20th minute when they didn’t clear their
lines
and after kicking a goof number of wides they turned around after
playing with
the benefit of the wind behind on the score 0-4 to 2-1 with the Bal.
keeper
after making an excellent save just before halftime. They got the boost
needed
when Ger O’ Donovan scored a fine goal after 7 minutes to leave them 1
point
behind. With played evenly balanced it took until the 18th
minute to
draw level at 1-7 to 2-4. With the Kilmac's generally on top especially
around
the middle and with the defence getting on top the Kilmacs went on to
close out
the game and the win was confirmed with a goal from Tom French after a
fine
movement the length of the pitch. This was a game where the Kilmacs had
the
more possession but were always liable to get caught by a good
Ballinascarthy
side. The final score was 1- 12 to 2- 4. This was a game where all
members of
the team did their part and there was good combination and use of the
ball from
defence to attack. Ruairi Hourihane was a powerhouse at midfield and
the half
backs kept good control against skilful opposition and provided the
platform
for the team. Ger O’Donovan led the forwards with style and Clive
Sweetnam had
a super game supporting midfield going forward. Team Timothy O’Donovan,
Sam
O’Driscoll, Niall McCarthy, Barry Ronan, Micheal O’Donovan, Ciaran
O’Donovan,
Thomas French, Ruairi Hourihane, James Calnan, Kevin O’Sullivan, Daniel
O’Donovan, Clive Sweetnam, Brian O’Sullivan, Ger O’Donovan, John
O’Driscoll
Subs Brian O’Donovan, Mark O’Donovan, Mark Jennings, Timothy Nyhan.
The Junior 1 footballers
had a victory over
Clonakilty on Sunday on the score 4-9 to 1-8. A feature of the game was
the
brace of goals each by Shane O’Brien and Ger O’Donovan.
The Junior 2 footballers
played Kilmeen in
Skibbereen on Monday 19th in Skibbereen. The team played
better
against the wind in the first half and were on top 1-4 to 0-3 at half
time. The
team tired in the second half and were beaten on the score 0-11 to 1-5.
The u-16 footballers
started their campaign
when they travelled to play Aghabullogue in Coachford on Monday morning
in
difficult conditions. Short a few players the team performed very well
and
could have achieved a result. There is potential in the team when it
settles
its shape. The final score was 5-5 to 3-4 and a few of the goals that
were
conceded were preventable. Coleman O Riordan led the team well and Sean
O’Regan, Joseph Collins and John O’Sullivan got through a lot of work.
Team
Conor O’Callaghan, Finnán Tobin, Sean O’Regan, Thomas Jennings,
Colman
O’Riordan, Eamon O’Sullivan, Joseph Collins, John O’Sullivan, Richard
Jennings,
Padraig McCarthy, Kevin Hayes, Eoghan O’Neill, Padraig Burke, Denny
Hayes,
Darren O’Callaghan, Tommy Hayes.
Fixtures for the weekend
U-21 Football
championship v Barryroe in Ballinascarthy on Saturday 24th
March at
5pm
Junior 1 v Barryroe on
Sunday 25th
March at 5.00pm at Barryroe
U16 football v Newcestown
on Sunday 25th
March at 11.30am at Newcestown
As these fixtures are
liable to change
check locally for details prior to travelling.
Weekly Notes 17 Mar 2007:
The minor footballers
started their season
when they took on Barryroe in the league at Darra on Saturday evening
10/3/07.
The team started strongly and was on top for the first 10 minutes when
the loss
of key midfielder Kevin O’Sullivan who was playing well was to have a
key
impact on the game. Having no subs the team had to play the remainder
of the
game with effectively 10 men. In saying that the players put in a good
effort
and were in contention for a good part of the game. The half time score
was 1-3
to 1-2 in favour of Barryroe. Conditions were very difficult and the
Kilmacs
tired towards the finish after their high work rate and the final score
was
3-12 to 2-6. The team showed that if they could get the numbers playing
that
they can compete. Team Sean O’Regan, Sam O’Driscoll, Stephen Calnan,
Kieran
O’Donovan, Clive Sweetnam, Jonathon Hill, Kevin O’Sullivan, Brendan
McCarthy,
Mark Jennings, Joseph O’Callaghan, Timothy Nyhan, Andrew O’Callaghan.
Fixtures for the weekend
U-21 Football championship
v Ballinascarthy in Ardfield on Saturday at 12noon
Junior 1 v Clonakilty on
Sunday at 3.00pm
Venue TBC
Junior 2 v Kilmeen on
Monday at 12 noon TBC
The U16 footballers are
likely to have a
game away to Aghabullogue on Monday
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Weekly Notes 10 Mar 2007:
Due to the extreme
weather conditions being
experienced at the moment the season is getting of to a stuttering
start with
fixtures very much at the mercy of weather and availability of playable
pitches. The Junior “B” team did play at the weekend when they took on
Randal
Og at Ballinacarriga. The team did not
perform to its capabilities. Best on the day were Adrian O’Driscoll and
Noel
McCarthy. The final score was Randal Og 0-10, Kilmacabea 0-7. Team
-John
O’Donovan, Donie O’Donoghue, Niall McCarthy, Micheal O’Donovan, Adrian
O’Driscoll, Diarmuid O’Donovan, Peadar O’Leary, James Calnan, Barry
Galvin,
Noel O’Donoghue, Noel McCarthy(0-2), Clive
Sweetnam, Aidan Glavin, Ger O’Donovan(0-5), Kevin
McCarthy. Subs
used Eoghan Daly, Liam Wolfe.
There are fixtures for
this weekend but
these were not confirmed at time of printing
Congratulations to
Mairead O’Callaghan of
Maultrahane who was a recent prize-winner in the County board Draw
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Weekly Notes 24 Feb 2007:
After a long lay off the
U-14 hurlers
played the final of the 2006 championship when they took on Timoleague
in
Ardfield on Sunday 18th February. Being physically stronger
than
their opponents Kilmacabea quickly began to control the game. With
captain
Joseph Collins dominating around the middle of the field Kilmacabea and
with
John O’Sullivan winning possession at will the scores followed quickly.
While
these two showed their undoubted hurling ability it was also a day
where all
players on the pitch demonstrated the development of their hurling
skills.
Padraig Burke was capable of dealing with what came his way in goal.
Eoin
O’Neill and Darren O’Callaghan were completely on top in the full back
line and
were impenetrable. Sean O’Regan and Niall Hayes won a huge amount of
possession
around the half-back line and used it to good effect going forward.
Eamon
O’Sullivan picked up a lot of possession around the middle and linked
well with
those around him. The forwards Thomas Jennings, Kevin Hayes, Liam
Cahalane
combined well to create and take scores. Padraig McCarthy,
Finnán Tobin, Shane
Newman, Tommy Hayes all came on to play their part in what resulted in
a
welcome victory for this team. Denny Hayes, Liam Thompson and Ryan
O'Neill were
also part of the group. Credit to
Timoleague whose young team kept playing right to the end. The cup was
presented to Joseph Collins by Barbara O’Callaghan who together with
her
husband Liam have presented the cup to Carbery Bord na nOg to
commemorate the
memory of their son Fintan’s love of hurling. Well done to all involved
especially T.J. Collins for the work he put into this team.
The Junior “A”
footballers got their 2007
league campaign underway when they took on The Dohenys in Dunmanway on
Saturday
17th February. In the first half the team was creating
scoring
chances but not taking them but went in ahead 1-3 to 1-1. They went on
to win
on the score 3-7 to 1-3. Team -Timothy O’Donovan,
Ciaran O’Donovan, Niall McCarthy, Timmie O’Mahony(0-1), Donie
O’Donoghue,
Brendan O’Driscoll, Diarmuid O’Donovan, Ruairi Hourihane, Eoin
O’Donovan(1-1),
Noel O’Donoghue, Ger O’Donovan(2-2), Donnacha McCarthy(0-2), Noel
O’Donovan(0-1), James Calnan, Donie O’Donovan. The game was notable for
John
O’Driscoll and Clive Sweetnam making their debut at Junior “A” level.
On Sunday 18th February the
Junior “B” team were in
action when they
took on St. Columns in Skibbereen. The team played well as a unit with
all the
players working very hard for each other. Ger O Donovan gave an
exhibition of
score taking. The half time score was Kilmacabea 0-7 to St. Colums 0-2
and the
Kilmacs went on to win on the score 2-10 to 0-6. Team -John O’Donovan,
Clive
Sweetnam, Niall McCarthy, Micheal O’Donovan, Adrian O’Driscoll,
Diarmuid
O’Donovan, Donie O’Donoghue, James Calnan, Peadar O’Leary, Noel
O’Donoghue(0-1), Noel McCarthy(1-0), David Ronan, Thomas French, Ger
O’Donovan(1-8), John O’Driscoll(0-1).
The Junior “A”
footballers are fixed to
play Clonakilty in Clonakilty on Sunday 25th February at 12
noon. As this fixture is liable to change check locally prior
to
travelling.
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Weekly Notes 17 Feb 2007:
Junior “A” - John Burke, Kevin O’Driscoll, Dan Hourihane. Team trainer Stephen Calnan
Junior “B” - Aidan Glavin, Junior “D” - Sean Tobin
U21 - Dan Hourihane, John Keohane, Mick O’Donovan
Minor - Sean Tobin
U 16 F– John O’Sullivan, U 16 H – T.J. Collins,
U 14F – Tom Hayes, U 14 H – Michael Tobin,
U 12F – William Williamson, U12 H- John Collins,
U 10F –
These are team co-ordinators and additional team mentors will be arranged prior to the season starting. At present fixtures are being arranged. It is expected that the adult teams will play for the next four weeks when the U-21 championship will then start. It is anticipated that the minors will play the weekends 25th Feb, 3rd and 11th March. It is expected that the U-16 will start around St. Patrick’s weekend.
Weekly Notes 10 Feb 2007:
History of the right sort was made in Ardfield on Sunday 4th February 2007 when Kilmacabea won their first title at Junior “A” level, after almost 120years playing, when they defeated Oliver Plunkett’s in the final of the 2006 league. The day was perfect for football, with the day dry, mild and not a puff of wind. The pitch was in perfect condition after the recent huge developments and everything was set up for football to be played. After the early exchanges the Kilmacs got the perfect settler when Daniel O’Donovan converted a penalty for a goal for the first score of the day. Plunketts responded with some points of their own but with the Kilmacs moving fluently from defence to attack the advantage was being maintained. The switch of Daniel O Donovan and James Calnan after 10 minutes was to benefit both players. Some fine points were scored following good combination play and good attacking use of the ball. When Donie O’Donovan scored a fine goal following good work by his brother Eoin and Ger O’Donovan in the 26th minute the Kilmacs were dominant and went in ahead 2-6 to 0-4 after playing well. Coming out for the second half and playing with the wind the Kilmacs could feel comfortable. As would be expected the Plunketts had other ideas. Rearranging things around the centre they proceed to take control of the game for the third quarter picking up a lot of loose ball. It was now the turn of the Kilmacs defence to play their part and this they did excellently. They stuck with their men and kept the pressure on the opposing forwards. With the experience of Brendan O’Driscoll and Timmie O’Mahony leading the way and the younger players following their lead, the defence was keeping a tight rein and Ol. Plunketts, while working hard, were not getting the breakthrough they needed. Having been under pressure in the third quarter the Kilmacs raised their game and with the introduction of Barry Glavin the moves started to flow and some fine points were scored to complete what was an important win for this group and the club. The final score was Kilmacabea 2 –13 Oliver Plunketts 0 – 10. Sean De Barra, Runai, Carbery Board presented the cup to the captain Eoin O’Donovan. It was a day when there were so many good things to praise, such as the presence and tightness of the defence, the football and work rate of the midfield, the linking and attacking of the half forwards and the ball winning capability and scoring of the full forward line. A day for the football ability and combined play of the team to show and even more importantly, the commitment of all the players in supporting each other both in defence and attack. On a day when all players contributed handsomely one man must be mentioned, Donie O’Donovan gave an outstanding display of his football ability using the ball to effect and took some fine scores. Playing his second game of the day he should be urged to do this every time if he can repeat this level of performance. Well done to all and to the mentors and backroom team John Burke (Manager), Dan Hourihane, Kevin O’Driscoll, Stephen Calnan (trainer) and physio
Hard luck to Oliver Plunketts who contributed to a clean and sporting game and kept playing football to the end. They have some talented players of their own with young Kevin Coffey a joy to watch when motoring.
Thanks to the referee Séamus O’Driscoll, Ilen Rovers who also played his part in the sporting manner of the game.
Weekly Notes 03 Feb 2007:
Action on the playing field resumed on Saturday the 27th January when the junior “A” footballers took on Clanna Gael in the semi final of the junior “A” league in Drimoleague. The day was dry and calm and the ground was in reasonable condition, considering the weather of the past three months so conditions were not going to be a bearing. The Kilmacs settled into the game from the start and were doing enough to be in front after ten minutes. Clanna Gael came more into the game midway thro the half but did not avail of a few scoring opportunities and the Kilmacs went in ahead 0-6 to 0-2. Any fears of a turn around were quickly ended on the resumption with the scoring of two goals in the 2nd and 3rd minute to put the game out of reach and the Kilmacs went on to win comfortably on the score 2 -11 to 0 – 4. The victory was achieved due to effort throughout the pitch especially in closing down players when not in possession. It was good to see the players return eager and fit to action. It was a good team effort with all doing their part with Timmie O’Mahony, Ruairi Hourihane, Diarmuid O’Donovan and Eoin O’Donovan leading the way. Team Timothy O’Donovan, Ciaran O’Donovan, Brendan O’Driscoll, Donie O’Donoghue, Donnacha McCarthy, Timmie O’Mahony, Diarmuid O’Donovan, Ruairi Hourihane, Eoin O’Donovan, Tom Sheehan, James Calnan(0-1), Noel O’Donoghue(1-0), Ger O’Donavan(1-2), Daniel O’Donovan(0-3), Donie O’Donovan(0-1) Subs used Adrian O’Driscoll, Noel McCarthy(0-1), Niall McCarthy, Peadar O’Leary(0-1), John O’Driscoll.
The draw for the junior “A” football championship was made on Monday night which is being played with a backdoor system and Kilmacabea have been drawn to play Ilen Rovers in the first round.
The Junior “A” footballers are playing Oliver Plunkett’s in the final of the junior “A” league(2006) on Sunday 4th February in Ardfield at 3.00pm. Support is encouraged.
Weekly Notes 27 Jan 2007:
The combined AGM of
Kilmacabea GAA adult
and juvenile club was held on Sunday 21st January in Leap
Hall. The
chairman Pat Burke welcomed the crowd. While there was no success on
the field the junior “A’s” put in a big effort and
gave a good account of themselves but they will have to make the most
of the
window of opportunity. The U21’s gave good entertainment before losing
out in
an excellent game in the final. Off the field it was a very successful
year for
the club. The acquisition of ownership of the field was the realisation
of a
dream. In addition to that the fundraising draw was an out standing
success.
Thanks go to all from far and wide who supported the draw. It showed
the regard
for the club in the area and it showed the support within the parish in
the
effort and commitment of the people to it. A lotto grant application
has been
made and hopefully this will get a positive response in the near
future. A
planning application for the proposed dressing rooms should also have a
decision shortly. The chairman thanked
those who organise the weekly combined lotto with the community council
and the
County Board draw, as these are the main sources of club funding.
Following the
chairman’s address, the secretary John O’Sullivan gave a very detailed
account
of all the club activities during the year. The treasurer Pat
O’Callaghan
followed this with a detailed account of the clubs finances, which
unfortunately showed an operating loss. As this was the first year
operating
under the new constitution there has been no changes and the club
officers
remain as per 2006.The junior “A” mentors are John Burke, Kevin
O’Driscoll and
Dan Hourihane with Stephen Calnan as trainer. A number of motions
dealing with
various aspects of the club were discussed by all present. It is
intended to
set up sub committees to deal with different areas of the management of
the
club, e.g. finance committee, development of the grounds, management of
the
grounds, development of the club history and those present signed up to
help
out with this. Hopefully the effort of all will be rewarded in 2007.
Well done to all that represented
Kilmacabea in Scor na bPaisti on Friday 19th in Ballydehob
and
congratulations to Emma O’Callaghan, Diarmuid O’Callaghan, Aishling O’
Callaghan,
Aishling Cahalane and Emer Whooley who qualified for the Carbery
Divison final.
The club is back in action on the field this
weekend when the Junior “A” team play Clanna Gael in the league
semi-final in
Drimoleague on Saturday 27th January at 3.00pm
Weekly Notes 20 Jan 2007:
The Annual
General Meeting of Kilmacabea GAA club will be held in Leap Parish Hall
on
Sunday 21st January 2007 at 2.30pm. This will be the AGM for
both
the adult and underage clubs. All interested parties, playing members
and
parents of underage players are invited to attend. As the club is
undertaking a
major redevelopment of the playing facilities it is important that all
members
of the community have their input in to the way the club goes forward.
It is
the opportunity for all members to appreciate the clubs involvement in
competitions and review the operation of the club in the past year and
have
their input in to the organisation of the club for the coming year.
The Carbery
semi final of the Scor na bPaisti competition for those that have
qualified
will take place in Lisavaird Hall on Friday 19th January at
7pm
sharp. Doors open at 6.30pm. The club wishes all participating members
well.
At the
recent convention of Carbery Bord na nOg a number of initiatives have
been
proposed for the coming year. Among them is a “fair play” award for the
club
with the best discipline record both on and off the field and this is a
welcome
development to encourage players and mentors.
Weekly Notes 23 Dec 2006:
On
Congratulations to Annette O’Donovan, Bawnfune and Aidan Kenny, Co. Offaly who were married recently
Congratulation to Diarmaid and Eithne O’Donovan, Kilfinnan on the birth of their son Donal recently.
Clare O’Donoghue featured on TG4 when she was part of the Cork Senior ladies football team that played the Underdogs as part of the television series.
The club would like to wish all a happy Christmas and a prosperous new year.
Weekly Notes 16 Dec 2006:
The Leap Inn
provided an excellent reception for all
the sellers and an enjoyable night was had by all.
On Sunday
morning the U-21 footballers played
Ballinascarthy in the semifinal of the championship in Rath. While
there was
torrential rain all morning it was mainly dry during the game but there
was a
gale force wind and this was going to have a huge bearing on the game.
Kilmacabea were playing against this wind but were doing well. The
turning point
of the game came in the 17th minute when one of the
Ballinascarthy
players was sent to the line. While Ballinascarthy tried to use the
advantage
of the wind Kilmacabea were content being only one point down on the
score 0-4
to 0-3 at the change over. On the change over the game continued to be
a tight
contest but Kilmacabea were easing ahead with the benefit of some
long-range
points from Daniel O Donovan. They had a let off in the seventh minute
when
Bal. struck the bar. The game was made safe when Clive Sweetnam scored
a goal
on the 24th minute. Final score Kilmacabea 1-9
Ballinascarthy 0-5
This was a good test for the team in difficult conditions and they
coped well.
Team Timothy O’Donovan, Clive Sweetnam(1-1), Ciaran O’Donovan, Barry
Ronan,
Thomas French, Niall McCarthy, Micheal O’Donovan, James Calnan, Ruairi
Hourihane, Donacha McCarthy, Daniel O’Donovan(0-7), Brian O’Sullivan,
John
O’Driscoll, Ger. O’Donovan(0-1), Kevin O’Sullivan Subs Mark O’Donovan,
Brian
O’Donovan, Kieran O’Donovan, Sam O’Driscoll.
Fixtures
Final U21 football vs. St. Mary’s Saturday 16th
December,
These teams
met in the first round in March and the
Kilmacs were well beaten but with spirit they are well capable of
achieving a
result and they deserve all the support they can get.
Weekly Notes 09 Dec 2006:
The U21
football team were in action again on Sunday 3rd
December when they took on Argideeen Rangers in Unionhall in the
quarter final
of the championship. Again playing with the benefit of the gale force
wind they
immediately set about their business with purpose. Using the direct
ball to
full forward Ger O’Donovan who was distributing it with effect the
scores
started to flow. When John O’Driscoll goaled after a good movement in
the 8th
minute the game was already likely to become a victory. The team
continued to
dominate and with a constant stream of possession and good movement
they
proceeded to control the game. The score at half time was 3-12 to 0-1.
Facing
into the wind it was likely to be more difficult but the Kilmacs
continued
where they left of playing with good movement and linkage and went on
to win on
the score 4-21 to 3-2. This was a day when all the players were on top
of their
game. In playing this game credit has to go to the Castlehaven club as
the
surface of the pitch was in outstanding condition and showed no ill
effects of
the terrible weather recently and is a tribute to the work done on it.
Team
Timothy O’Donovan, Clive Sweetnam, Ciaran O’Donovan, Barry Ronan,
Thomas
French, Micheal O’Donovan(0-1), Niall McCarthy, James Calnan(1-0),
Ruairi
Hourihane(0-1), Donacha McCarthy(0-4), Daniel O’Donovan(0-12), Brian
O’Sullivan, John O’Driscoll(1-1), Ger. O’Donovan(2-2), Kevin O’Sullivan
Subs
used Sam O’Driscoll, Kieran O’Donovan, Brian O’Donovan, Timothy Nyhan.
Fixtures
Semifinal U21 football vs. Ballinascarthy Not
fixed at time of print
The
club
fundraising draw will be held in the Parish Hall in Leap on this Friday
8th
December at
After playing
their last game 36 weeks ago on St.
Patrick’s weekend the U- 21 footballers returned to action on Saturday
26th
November when they played Barryroe in the championship in Rosscarbery.
This
served as a good test for the team. The day was dry after the heavy
rain of the
previous days and the pitch was in reasonable condition. Playing with
the
strong wind the Kilmacs took hold of the game and were six points up
when
Barryroe got their first and only score of the half when they goaled
midway
through the half. This did not deter the Kilmacs and by half time were
well in
control and 10 points ahead. Barryroe started the second half as if
they meant
business and it needed a superb save by Timothy O’Donovan in goal to
keep them out
in the first minute. After this burst the Kilmacs again got going and
were
always in control. There was some fine movement of the ball from the
back and
if anything should have got some more scores. They were comfortable
winners on
the score 2-14 to 1-1 but it was a much needed game and the scoreline
did not
reflect the Barryroe effort. It was a good team effort with strong
performances
from a number of people especially down the middle in Ruairi Hourihane,
Donacha
McCarthy, Ger O’Donovan, Daniel O’Donovan, James Calnan with Clive
Sweetnam and
Tom French showing up well in the backs.
Team Timothy O’Donovan, Clive Sweetnam, Ciaran O’Donovan, Barry Ronan,
Thomas
French, Micheal O’Donovan, Niall McCarthy, James Calnan(1-3), Ruairi
Hourihane,
Donacha McCarthy(0-2), Daniel O’Donovan(0-4), Brian O’Sullivan, John
O’Driscoll(1-0), Ger. O’Donovan(0-3), Kevin O’Sullivan Subs used Mark
O’Donovan, James Healy, Brian O’Donovan(0-2).
On Sunday 27th
November the Junior “C” were
in action against Barryroe in the championship in Barryroe. Short a few
players
due to injuries and other commitments the team was tight for numbers.
In saying
that the team was ahead for most of the game and were only caught at
the end by
a physically stronger Barryroe team whose more direct style was more
suited to
the conditions. The final score was 0-9 to 1-7 for Barryroe. Team John
O’Donovan, Eoghan Daly, Niall McCarthy, Barry Ronan, Micheal O’Donovan,
Adrian
O’Driscoll, Brendan Crowley, Peadar O’Leary, Kevin O’Driscoll, Brian
O’Sullivan, Noel McCarthy, Kevin McCarthy, Brian O’Donovan, Aidan
Glavin, David
Ronan.
Fixtures for
the week
U21 football
vs. Argideen Rangers on Saturday 2nd
December in Rosscarbery at
As this
fixtures is liable to change check locally
before travelling.
Weekly Notes 25 Nov 2006:
The U-12
hurlers played Diarmuid O’Mathuna in the
final of the league on
Fixtures for the week
Provisional U21 football vs. Barryroe on Saturday 25th
in Ballinascarthy.
Provisional Junior “C” football vs. Barryroe on Sunday
26th No details at time of
printing.
As these fixtures are liable to change check locally
before travelling.
Weekly Notes 18 Nov 2006:
The U-14
footballers played Adrigole in Kealkil on
Sunday morning 12th November. The team was playing well
early on but
the concession of a number of rather easy goals was going to make it
difficult
against good competitive opposition. The team was competing well and
was making
a game of it. After half time they looked like they might be able to
turn it
around but again the concession of goals meant they were going to have
too much
to do. Ultimately it was not to be their day. Team –Liam Cahalane,
Finnán
Tobin, Sean O’Regan, Niall Hayes, Padraig McCarthy, Thomas Jennings,
Eamon
O’Sullivan, John O’Sullivan, Joseph Collins, Kevin Hayes, Eoghan
O’Neill,
Hannah Shanahan, Denny Hayes, Padraig Burke, Ryan O’Neill, Darren
O’Callaghan,
Tommy Hayes, Liam Thompson.
The parish
Scor competition was held on Sunday
afternoon and was again a very enjoyable evening’s entertainment. It
was a
great opportunity for those who have the ability to show off their
talents and
it is a good occasion for the schools of the parish to mix and
socialize.
Thanks to all those who put in the effort to prepare people and for the
organization
of the evening and thanks to the judge Anne O’Neill. The following are
the
results- Scor na bPaisti
Set Dancing –
1st. Maultrahane, Emma
O’Callaghan, Aishling O’Callaghan, Aoife O’Donovan, Bernadette
O’Driscoll,
Eimear Whooley, Deniese O’Driscoll, Lorraine O’Donovan, Orla O’Donovan 2nd . Glandore Julie Anne
Williamson, Aidan Williamson, Aoife O’Neill, Grace Tobin, Grace
O’Mahony,
Solo Singing -
1st Emma O’Callaghan, 2nd
Grace O’Mahony, 3rd Aoife O’Neill, 4th
Drama 1st
Maultrahane – Diarmuid
O’Callaghan, Emma O’Callaghan, Aishling O’Callaghan, Aishling Cahalane, Eimear Whooley 2nd Leap – Oisin
O’Sullivan, David O’Donovan, Mary Connolly, Miriam Cass.
Instrumental
Group – 1st Lorraine
O’Donovan, Aoife O’Neill, Grace Tobin, Emma O’Callaghan 2nd
Ciara
McDonald, Karen O’Callaghan, Stephen Long, Carol –Anne Crowley , Kate
McCarthy.
3rd Ciarán French, Niamh O Driscoll, Kevin Whooley,
Tara Cantwell,
Shane O’Neill. 4th Eimear Whooley, Aoife O’Donovan, Andrea
Whelton,
Recitation – 1st
Aishling Cahalane, 2nd
Grace Tobin, 3rd Tara Cantwell, 4th Aishling
O’Callaghan
Ballad Group
– 1st Emma O’Callaghan, Eimear
Whooley, Aoife O’Donovan, Fiona O’Sullivan, Aishling O’Callaghan, 2nd
Grace Tobin , Grace O’Mahony, Iona Tobin, Aoife O’Neill, Tara Cantwell 3rd
Pat Calnan, Alex O’Donoghue, Shane O’Neill, Euan Tobin, Aidan Williamson
Quiz – Liam
O’Driscoll, Ciara McDonald, Fiona
O’Sullivan
Scor na nOg
Quiz – Eimear
O’Driscoll, Rita O’Donovan, Aishling
O’Sullivan
Solo Singing
– 1st Maria Wilson 2nd
Aileen McCarthy
Recitation –
Orla Hickey
Instrumental
Group -
Drama – Maria
Wilson, Aishling O’Sullivan, Fiona
O’Sullivan, Owen O’Sullivan, Rita O’Donovan, Mairead Murphy, Eimear
Murphy,
Lisa Murphy
Fixtures for
the week – U-12 hurling league final vs.
Diarmuid O’Mathuna at Castletownkennigh at
U21 footbal
vs. Barryroe this sunday at 2.30 in Ballinascarthy..
As these
fixtures are liable to change check locally
before travelling.
Weekly Notes 04 Nov 2006:
The parish Scor Talent competition is being held in the Community hall, Leap on
All are invited to enter or to enjoy.
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Weekly Notes 28 Oct 2006:
History was
made on Friday evening 20th
October when the club fielded a third adult side in the championship in
one
year for the first time when Kilmacabea took on the home side in
Aughaville
under lights. Unfortunately some players didn’t turn up and it was a
pity as
the team had to start with only fourteen players, which put them on the
back
foot. This was a disadvantage but there was enough shown during the
game to
suggest that a better result could have been achieved with a full
complement of
players. Even though it takes a bit of gathering the players are there
and it
was a worthwhile exercise and it is important to give as many players
as
possible a game and keep them involved. Some of the players involved
hadn't
played much football for a while but it was good to see them take part
and
their effort was appreciated. Credit to those who turned up and played.
Team Timothy
Nyhan, Kieran O’Donovan, Diarmuid
O’Donovan, Sam O’Driscoll, Clive Sweetnam, Barry Ronan, Denis
O’Donovan, Sean
Tobin, Michael Tobin, Mark Jennings, Brian O’Sullivan, James White,
Johnaton
Hill, Brian O’Donovan, Barry O’Sullivan.
Fixtures for
the week –Junior “C” football
championship vs. Barryroe in Barryroe on Sunday 29th October
at
11.30am
As this
fixture is liable to change check locally
before travelling.
The talented
youngsters of the parish will get their
opportunity to perform on Sunday 12th November when the
parish Scor
competition will be held in the Hall in Leap at
On Saturday
evening the 14th October in
Unionhall the U-12 footballers replayed the league semi final against
Pedlars.
The first half was even and the Kilmacs went in down 2 points at half
time. The
team was working hard but not scoring. In an effort to improve this,
the team
was rearranged but this only served to make them vulnerable at the
back. The
team competed well and worked hard but the stronger Pedlars were always
able to
lift their game to win. Team The team Martin Collins, Eamon O’Sullivan,
Kieran
O’Sullivan, David O’Donovan, Liam Cahalane, Liam O’Driscoll, Denny
Hayes, Niall
Hayes, Liam Thompson, Oisin O’Sullivan, Richie O’Sullivan, Declan
O’Sullivan,
Diarmuid O’Callaghan, Emma O’Callaghan, Kevin O’Donovan, Thomas French.
The U-10
footballers made the trip to Inchigeelagh on
Saturday morning to play the last of the blitzes. This turned out to be
a super
morning’s football with the players playing very well. The football was
excellent and all players have shown great progress and deserve great
credit
for their effort. Thanks to the hosts for the refreshments. Players - Aishling
Cahalane, Odhran Connolly, Matthew O’Neill, Aidan Williamson, Shane
O’Neill,
Euan Tobin, Diarmuid O’Callaghan, Martin Collins, Eoin O’Sullivan,
Kevin
Whooley, Bernadette O’Driscoll, Damian Gore, Shane Garvey, Tiernan
Kerrisk,
Sean French, Ciarán French, Darren Whooley, Dylan Morgan,
Aishling O’Callaghan,
Myles Tobin.
Recently
the
transfer of the ownership of the playing field from the Community
Council to
Kilmacabea GAA has taken place. Work had been progressing on the
drainage until
it was halted by the weather.
Fixtures for
the week –Junior “D” football
championship vs. Caheragh in Aughaville on Friday 20th
October at
As this
fixture is liable to change check locally
before travelling.
As the
weather changes and the evenings get shorter
things seem to be as hectic as ever on the playing fields trying to get
competitions finished. Games are now concentrated on weekends. The U-14
hurlers
played St. Columns in the semifinal of the championship in Skibbereen
on Friday
evening 6th October. Starting promisingly they were soon
well ahead
especially as John O’Sullivan was lethal in front of goal. As the game
developed Colums were competing well but were not converting their
possession
so the Kilmac’s went in well ahead at halftime. The second half was
much more
competitive as the Colums had now found their range. The Kilmacs were
always
able to do enough to go on to win the game, in a good test for them.
Team -
Padraig Burke, Eoghan O’Neill, Darren O’Callaghan, Sean O’Regan, Niall
Hayes,
Joseph Collins, Eamon O’Sullivan, Thomas Jennings, Kevin Hayes, John
O’Sullivan, Liam Cahalane, Shane Newman, Tommy Hayes, Finnán
Tobin, Oisín
O’Sullivan, Liam Thompson, Denny Hayes, Declan O’Sullivan.
On Saturday
morning 7th October the U-10
hurlers traveled to Church Cross to play Ilen Rovers and Ardfield in
the final
blitz of the season. Both games were good competitive sporting games
with full
participation from all involved. The Kilmacs managed to come out on top
in both
games, which was an enjoyable end to the playing season for this group.
Thanks
to the home club for the refreshments and hospitality, which was
appreciated.
Players - Kevin
Whooley, Tiernan Kerrisk, Shane O’Neill, Diarmuid O’Callaghan,
Martin Collins, Aishling Cahalane, Odhran Connolly, Eoin
O’Sullivan, Euan Tobin, Matthew O’Neill, Ross
Cantwell, Timmie O’Donovan, Ciarán French, Darren Whooley, John
Patrick
Sheehan, Dylan Morgan, D.J. Glanton, Myles Tobin.
On Saturday
evening the Junior “C” took on neighbors
Castlehaven in the championship in Unionhall. With a nice blend of
youth and
experience the team were too good for their opponents. Playing with
passion and
skill they were on top throughout and scored some fine points and can
feel
pleased with their performance. They were ahead 0-9 to 1-0 at half time
and
went on to win on the score 0-19 to 1-1. Team John O’Donovan, Liam
Wolfe, Niall
McCarthy, Eoghan Daly, Thomas French, Michéal O’Donovan, Adrian
O’Driscoll,
Peadar O’Leary, Kevin OP’Driscoll, Brendan Crowley, Noel McCarthy,
Kevin
O’Sullivan, Kevin McCarthy, David Ronan, Brian Calnan, Daniel Wolfe.
On Sunday
morning 8th October in atrocious
weather conditions the U12 footballers took on Pedlars Cross at
Ballinascarthy.
This was a game played in the height of the downpour and it is a credit
to both
groups of players that a fine open game of football was played. Despite
the
conditions some great football was played. This was a low scoring game
but this
was as much due to the fine defending and blocking from both sets of
players.
Playing with the hill and the elements in the first half the Kilmacs
probably
had the advantage but were only one point ahead at half time. This did
not
appear enough facing into the wind and rain and playing against the
hill and
especially when Pedlars equalised almost immediately after half time.
Instead
they raised their game for the first 10 minutes but could not convert
their
scores to reflect their effort. Pedlars then had their period of
possession and
went two points ahead. The Kilmacs were working hard and got the break
they had
earned when Declan O’Sullivan goaled with 5 minutes to go. Pedlars did
equalise
but with both sides giving their all a draw was a fair result. This was
a day
when all players deserve praise for their work effort and skill in
truly awful
conditions. They showed that heart is a huge part of the battle. Team
The team
Martin Collins, Eamon O’Sullivan, Kieran O’Sullivan, David O’Donovan,
Liam
Cahalane, Liam O’Driscoll, Denny Hayes, Niall Hayes, Liam Thompson,
Oisin
O’Sullivan, Richie O’Sullivan, Declan O’Sullivan, Diarmuid O’Callaghan,
Emma
O’Callaghan, Kevin O’Donovan, Thomas French.
Fixtures for
the week – U-10 football blitz at
Replay U-12
football league semi final vs. Pedlars
Cross Saturday 14th October in Unionhall at
As these
fixtures are liable to change check locally
before travelling.
Weekly Notes 07 Oct 2006:
The U-14
hurlers played Ardfield in the first round of
the championship on Friday evening 29th September in
Ardfield. Being
much stronger physically in key positions throughout the pitch the
Kilmacs were
completely on top and went on to record a facile victory. This game was
a
mismatch and was not of much benefit as a test. It did give the
opportunity for
all members of the panel to get game experience and the skill levels of
the
group is improving. Ryan O’Neill made a welcome return after a long lay
off
with injury. Team - Padraig Burke, Eoghan O’Neill, Darren O’Callaghan,
Sean
O’Regan, Niall Hayes, Joseph Collins, Eamon O’Sullivan, Thomas
Jennings, Kevin
Hayes, John O’Sullivan, Liam Cahalane, Ryan O’Neill, Shane Newman,
Tommy Hayes,
Padraig McCarthy, Finnán Tobin, Oisín O’Sullivan, Liam
Thompson, Denny Hayes.
Congratulations
to Clare O’Donoghue who was part of
the Cork Senior ladies football team who made history by achieving the
“double
double” in retaining the All Ireland to add to the league won earlier
in the
year and repeating last years success.
Fixtures for
the week -
U12F league
semi-final vs. Pedlars Cross on Sunday 8th
October at
As this
fixture is liable to change check locally
before travelling.
Weekly Notes 30 Sept 2006:
The U-16 footballers were in championship action on Wednesday 21st September in Church Cross when they drew with Caheragh. Unfortunately they lost the replay on Friday evening.
The U12 footballers traveled to Castletownbere on Saturday 23rd where they had a victory over the home team.
The club would like to express sympathy to the family of Eddie Jennings, Gortroe who was buried recently.
The club would like to congratulate Aidan O’Brien, Killinga and Orla Crowley who were married at the weekend.
Fixtures for the week -
U14H championship vs. Ardfield on Friday 29th September at
J3 championship vs. Castlehaven on Saturday 30th September Provisional
As these fixtures are liable to change check locally before travelling.
Work has started on improvement works to the pitch. A dedicated team of ticket sellers are on the highways and byeways of
The U-16
footballers were in championship action on
Thursday 14th September in Church Cross. The team played
well and
won on the score of 1-13 to 0-5. Team Niall Twomey, Tom Collins, Sean
O’Regan,
Stephen Calnan, Sean O’Regan, Colman O’Riordan, Joseph O’Callaghan,
Andrew
O’Callaghan, Joseph Collins(0-1),Conor O’Callaghan(0-1),John
O’Sullivan(0-1)
Colin McCarthy(0-9), Timothy Nyhan(0-1), Eoghan O’Neill(1-0).
On Wednesday
13th the U-12 footballers
played Caheragh in Aughaville and had a comprehensive victory. On
Saturday 16th
they made the long trip to play Urhan in Urhan. This was a good game
against a
good strong footballing side. Every one of the team played very well on
a heavy
pitch in poor conditions to survive and win on the score 2-5 to 2-4
with a last
minute 45 being tipped on to the cross bar and safety. The game was
played in
an excellent spirit throughout. The club would like to thank the home
club for
the welcome and the treatment was top class. The team
Martin Collins, Eamon O’Sullivan, Kieran
O’Sullivan, David O’Donovan, Liam Cahalane, Declan O’Sullivan, Denny
Hayes,
Niall Hayes, Liam Thompson, Oisin O’Sullivan, Richie O’Sullivan, Emma
O’Callaghan, Diarmuid O’Callaghan, Kevin O’Donovan, Gavin Daly, Fiona
Whooley,
Thomas French.
On Saturday 16th the U-10 and 8
hurlers traveled to Ardfield
play the locals in what was a great experience for all the players in
playing
competitive games. There was great excitement and thanks to the home
club for
the refreshments. Players Kevin Whooley, Tiernan Kerrisk, Aishling Cahalane,
Odhran Connolly, Eoin O’Sullivan, Euan
Tobin, Aidan Williamson, Matthew O’Neill, Shane Garvey, Ross Cantwell,
Timmie
O’Donovan, Ciarán French, Darren Whooley, John Patrick Sheehan,
Dylan Morgan,
D.J. Glanton, Karl Ronan, Myles Tobin, Iona Tobin.
Fixtures for
the week -
U12H League
Final vs. D. O’Mathuna on Thursday 21st September at
U12 F vs. Castletownbere
in Castletownbere on Saturday
23rd September at
U10H vs.
Mizen in Goleen on Saturday 23rd
September at
J3 football
championship vs. Castlehaven in
Castlehaven Saturday 23rd September
As these
fixtures are liable to change check locally
before travelling.
Work has started on improvement works to
the pitch. A
dedicated team of ticket sellers are on the highways and byeways of
Weekly Notes 16 Sept 2006:
The
minor footballers were in championship action when they played Oliver
Plunketts
in the
Fixtures
for the week -
U16F
c/ship vs. Gabriel Rangers in Church Cross on Thursday 14th
September at
U12F
vs. Urhan on Saturday 16th September at 11.00am in Urhan.
Bus leaves
Leap at
U10H
vs. Ardfield in Ardfield on Saturday 16th September at
As
these fixtures are liable to change check locally before travelling.
Back to top
Weekly Notes 9 Sept 2006:
The
minor footballers were the only team in action this week when they
played
Ardfield in the league. This was a good competitive game with little
between
the sides and was a good test for the players. The team went in ahead
two points
ahead at half time. On the resumption they were soon two points down
but worked
hard to regain the lead. The final score was Kilmacabea 2-7 Ardfield
1-7. Team
Colin McCarthy, Sam O’Driscoll, Stephen Calnan, Clive Sweetnam(0-1),
Kevin
O’Sullivan, Kieran O’Donovan, Thomas French(0-3), Mark Jennings, John
O’Driscoll(0-2), Conor O’Callaghan, Andrew O’Callaghan(1-0), Timothy
Nyhan(0-1), Jonathon Hill, Sean McCarthy, John O’Sullivan(1-0), Joseph
Collins.
Fixtures
for the week -
U16H
vs. Ardfield in Clonakilty on Sunday 10th September at
Provisional
U12F vs. Caheragh on Monday 11th September at
Weekly Notes 2 Sept 2006:
Disappointment was again the end result for the junior “A” footballers in the semi final of the championship vs. St. Columns at Ahiohill on Sunday 27th August. The team started well and playing with the strong wind appeared to be playing well within themselves and were ahead after the first quarter. St. Columns made some crucial switches at this stage which nullified the influence of the Kilmacs half back line and with Alan O’Connor showing his undoubted ability the Kilmacs faded from the game for the second quarter. In saying that the full back line were playing well and were limiting their opponents. It was going to be a big ask to win the game turning around to face the wind when the sides went in level at half time on the score 0-5 each. Starting with the first score of the second half it was hoped they might be able to do it. They kept working hard and the game was tight and competitive but they had to work very hard for their scores. A crucial moment came in the 14th minute when a last desperate goal line clearance was made by Columns, who were two points ahead and they then went down the other end and added another point. Kilmacs kept working hard but were chasing the game. They did respond with a point but again Colums got a score to cancel it. The Kilmacs kept trying and another crucial moment was in the 28th minute, with Kilmacs 2 points down, the St. Columns goalkeeper made an outstanding save from Shane O’Brien. Colums were able to use this boost to push on for two more points and they were victorious on the score of 0-13 to 0-9. On the day St. Colums were the better team. The Kilmacs worked very hard and on the day did not play to their potential. In saying all that this was still a game they could have won and the vital scores did not come when needed. When they reflect on it some of the opposition scores came from Kilmac mistakes and in the first half the defenders would feel harshly penalised for a few frees that counted against them. Well done to all involved for the time and effort and they showed in the way they battled that their heart is right. They showed that they are capable and on another day it could have gone their way and they can hold their heads up.
The U-10 footballers
travelled to
Drimoleague on Saturday morning 26th August to play the
locals. Not
having done any football for a while and disrupted by holidays it was
an
excellent mornings work. Two games were played with all players getting
their
opportunity and was enjoyed by all. Thanks to the hosts Team Kevin
Whooley,
Aishling Cahalane, Shane O’Neill, Shane Garvey, Odhran Connolly, Euan
Tobin,
Aidan Williamson, Martin Collins, Diarmuid O’Callaghan, James
O’Driscoll,
Bernadette O’Driscoll, Tiernan Kerrisk, Aishling O'Callaghan, Iona
Tobin, Sean
French, Ross Cantwell, Damian Gore, Michelle O’Driscoll, Myles Tobin.
At the time of print
there are no fixture
but there is a provisional U16 Football c/ship v Gabriel Rangers on
Monday 4th
September at 7.00pm
On Thursday 17th
August the minor footballers played St. Columns in the first round of
the
championship in Aughaville. The team took a while to settle but
improved during
the 2nd quarter. On balance they were happy to go in level
at half
time on the score of 0-4 each as St. Columns had missed a number of
scoring
opportunities. At the start of the second half the Kilmacs upped the
game and a
purple patch proved decisive and yielded 1-2 to give them control. St.
Columns
battled hard to regain the game but the Kilmacs responded with a good
work rate
all round the pitch. St. Columns closed the gap to two points but the
Kilmacs
responded and re-established a four point gap. The final score was
Kilmacabea
1-9 St. Columns 0-8. All players had their moments and displayed a good
work
rate especially in the second half when the need was greatest. The
early part
of the game showed their lack of match practice. Team Niall Twomey, Sam
O’Driscoll,
Stephen Calnan, Jonathon Hill, Clive Sweetnam, Kevin O’Sullivan, Thomas
French,
Mark Jennings, John O’Driscoll, Brendan McCarthy, Andrew O’Callaghan,
Timothy Nyhan,
Kieran O’Donovan, Conor O’Callaghan.
Well done to
all club members
who were involved in the All-Ireland coastal rowing finals in Rosslare
at the
weekend and congratulations to the U-16 crew of Stephen Calnan, Andrew
O’Callaghan,
Timothy Nyhan and Damian Dennehy who finished second.
The big game
this weekend is
the semi-final of the junior A football championship vs. St. Columns in
Ahiohill on Sunday 27th August at
Fixtures for
the week -
U10F vs.
Clanna Gael in
Drimoleague on Saturday 26th August at
U16F vs.
Kilmeen in Rossmore
on Saturday 26th August at
Provisional
U16F C/ship vs.
Gabriel Rangers on Wednesday 30th August at
The U-10 hurlers
travelled to Rosscarbery
on Saturday morning 12th August to play the locals. With
Martin
Collins and Diarmuid O’Callaghan dominating midfield, Shane O’Neill
controlling
the defence and Shane McDermott leading the attack the team were well
in
control all through. Showing a little more all round hurling and
strength than
their opponents it gave all the players a chance to play through the
game and
they won convincingly. Team Kevin Whooley, Shane O’Neill, Shane Garvey,
Euan
Tobin, Aidan Williamson, Martin Collins, Diarmuid O’Callaghan, Matthew
O’Neill,
Eoghan O’Sullivan, Shane McDermott, Shane Hourihane, Ciarán
French, Tiernan
Kerrisk, Aishling O'Callaghan, D.J. Glanton, Iona Tobin.
The U-14 footballers had
a disappointing
night when they played Pedlars Cross in the championship on Monday
night 14th
August in Rosscarbery. As the saying goes goals win games and the
concession of
3 rather easy goals in the first nine minutes meant that this was going
to make
it a difficult job. Credit to the players and with a rearrangement of
personnel
they did not let the slow start deter them and at half time would have
gone in
reasonably happy behind on the score of 3-6 to 5-2. For the second half
they
were completely on top and dominated possession but unfortunately they
did not
reflect this possession on the scoreboard. Being only 1 point up with
30minutes
on the clock the inevitable happened and Pedlars broke for a goal their
only
score of the second half. The Kilmacs did attack again but
unfortunately they
weren’t able to get the scores they needed and lost by one point on the
score
3-11 to 6-3. This was a heartbreaking defeat for this group and they
deserved
better for the effort they put in and the way they played the game.
Best on the
night were Joseph Collins, John O’Sullivan, Eoghan O’Neill, Thomas
Jennings and
young Niall Hayes.
Fixtures for the week –
Minor Football
championship vs. St. Columns
in Skibbereen on Thursday 17th August at 7.15pm
U16 Football v
Castletownbere in Leap on
Saturday 19th August at 7.30pm
U16 Football v Dunmanus
in Leap on
Wednesday 23rd August at 7.30pm
As these fixtures are
liable to change
check locally prior to travelling.
The past week was a very
quiet week with no
competitive match being played in a bit of a mid season break. In
saying that a
number of club members had a busy weekend, as they were successful in
the
County finals of the coastal rowing and congratulations to them all.
Congratulations also to Hannah Shanahan who was part of the Cork ladies
U-14
football team that beat Dublin to win the All Ireland.
Off the field there are
things happening
behind the scene to improve the playing facilities. It is hoped that
work will
begin on the pitch enlargement, drainage and surface restoration works
in
approx. 2 weeks. Work is also progressing on preparing a planning
application
for the facilities to be provided and it is hoped to have that
submitted by the
end of August. Various club members are busy under the guidance of Tom
Ryan as
they travel the length and breadth of West Cork selling tickets to put
in place
the required funding to progress the development works. All club
members are encouraged
to do their part, as this opportunity must be taken to provide
facilities to a
standard that is to be expected in the present day and will benefit all
in the
parish.
Kilmacabea are part of an
initiative to
develop hurling. As part of that initiative Cork Senior hurler Tom
Kenny is
coaching youngsters. He will be in Leap pitch on Friday 11th
August
at 1.30pm and all interested youngsters in the age 8-13 should come
along and
avail of a fantastic opportunity to learn at the hands of one of the
current superstars
of the game. The session will last approx. 2 hrs and is free.
For those who may not be
still aware the
club website www.kilmacabeagaa.com
is available and there are numerous photos there of current teams and
players
that may be of interest.
Fixtures for the week –
U10 hurling blitz
Rosscarbery old pitch
Saturday 12th August at 11.00am
U14 Football championship
vs. Pedlars Cross
Monday 14th August T.B.C
Minor Football
championship vs. St. Columns
in Skibbereen on Thursday 17th August at 7.15pm
As these fixtures are
liable to change
check locally prior to travelling.
Sport, like life, is full
of highs and lows
and that’s what makes it exciting. The junior “A” team played St Mary’s
in the
quarter final of the championship on Saturday evening 29th
July in
Ahiohill. After a stuttering performance in the previous round, this
was an
outstanding display of all that is good and it showed the capability of
this
team. There was a strong wind and this was going to be an influence.
Kilmacabea
played with the wind and right from the start they tore in to the game
and this
was a key factor. They dominated possession and used it to good effect
firing
over some super points. When not in possession they worked hard to keep
the St.
Mary’s players under pressure and turn over possession. This dominance
was reflected
by the half time score of Kilmacabea 0-11 St. Mary’s 0-1 and this was a
fair
reflection on the game. The wind had died back a little for the second
half but
it was still to be expected that St. Mary’s would come back. Instead
the
Kilmacs continued, as in the first half and dominated the first 10
minutes of
the second half, which was crucial and added on two more points. Credit
to St.
Mary’s that they kept trying. They had a period on top for the middle
third of
the half but as they were now going for goals it was easier to limit
their
scoring opportunities. They did get a goal in the 19th
minute but
the Kilmacs again raised their game for the last ten minutes to add on
the
scores to win comfortably on the score of 1-17 to 1-3. This was a game
where the
team showed their undoubted potential and answered any doubters
positively,
where it matters, on the pitch. On a night when it is unfair to single
out
players as it was a collection of super performances two players
Donnacha
McCarthy and Eoghan O ‘Donovan were unbelievable all through but a lot
more
were not far behind and everyone can feel satisfied with their
contribution. A
pleasing fact was eight players scored with only one point from a free
which
was a tribute to St. Mary’s in that they tried to play football at all
times
and the referee who did a good job in a sporting contest. This was a
night,
which was a reward for the effort, which has gone in and was a pleasure
to
experience for all that follow Kilmacabea.
The U-16 hurlers played
the first round of
the championship against Barryroe on Thursday 27th July. This was an
excellent
game of hurling with the lead changing side regularly. The Kilmacs
managed to
come out on top on the score of 5-10 to 5-7. They played Oliver
Plunketts in
the semi-final of this championship on Monday night 31st
July in
Ballinascarthy. The team was not as sharp as their earlier performance
but was
still able to win through to the final on the score of 1 – 14 to 1-3.
Team
Padraig Burke, Stephen Calnan, Eoghan O’Neill, Tom Collins, Sean
O’Regan,
Joseph Collins, Colin McCarthy, Conor O’Callaghan, Timothy Nyhan, John
O’Sullivan, Richard Jennings, Darren O’Callaghan, Shane Newman, Michael
Dineen,
Thomas Jennings, Padraig McCarthy.
The U-12 footballers were
also in action on
Thursday 27th when they played St. Mary’s. This was a tough
test but
they got on top from the start and went on to win on the score of 4-7
to 0-4.
Team -Martin Collins, Kieran O’Sullivan, Declan O’Sullivan, Liam
Thompson,
Eamon O’Sullivan, Richie O’Sullivan, Niall Hayes, Denny Hayes, Oisin
O’Sullivan, Liam Cahalane, David O’Donovan, Diarmuid O’Callaghan, Emma
O’Callaghan, Kevin O’Donovan, Odhran Connolly, Matthew O’Neill.
Congratulations to Clare
O’Donoghue who
played in goal for the Cork Senior Ladies football team that beat
Waterford to
win the Munster title on Saturday 29th July.
On friday night last, July 21st, in Ballinacarriga the Kilmacabea Junior 'A' footballers replayed the championship game against the Dohenys. From the start the Kilmacs were much improved and winning much more of the ball. After the initial period the possession was reflected on the scoreboard and they were four points up after 25 minutes. The Dohenys did manage to close the gap coming up to half-time and the Kilmacs went in a point ahead 0-7 to 0-6. Again Kilmacabea started the second-half on top and were five points up with minutes to go. At this stage Dohenys got a break to get a goal. The last few minutes were nervous but neither side scored and the Kilmacs won on the score of 0-13 to 1-08.
This was victory that was well deserved and a much better team performance. Each and every player did their part and had spells when they played well. this Dohenys team provided a good test which will hopefully be of benefit in the future. They must now turn their focus quickly to next saturday night when they play St. Mary's in the South West quarter-final in what will be a tough encounter.
The Kilmacabea under-15 footballers played in a Blitz in Dunmanway on saturday morning last. They did very well as they were short a few key players due to injury. They beat Kilnamartyra, drew with Kilmeen and lost to Inchigeela.
The Kilmacabea junior 'C' footballers played Garnish in a league in Leap on tuesday the 25th July. They gave a brave display throughout playing against a side of a higher status. Team: John O' Donovan, Eoghan Daly, Niall McCarthy, Liam Wolfe, Tomas French, Diarmaid O'Donovan, Michael O' Donovan, Kevin O' Driscoll, Peader O' Leary, Tony Connolly, John O Driscoll, Brian O'Sullivan, Brian Calnan, Aidan Glavin, Denis O' Donovan. Subs; Clive Sweetnam, Brian O' Donovan.
Fixtures for the week:
Under-12 football league v St. Mary's in Leap on Thursday, 27th, at 7.30.
Kilmacabea Junior 'A' team play championship against Saint Marys this saturday the 29th July at 7.30pm in Ahiohill.
The big game this week
was the match on
Wednesday night 12th July when Kilmacabea played Dohenys in the junior
“A”
championship in Ballinacarriga. Having gone in to the game with high
hopes it
was soon apparent that this was going to be a typical tough
championship
encounter. Early on the Kilmacs were playing reasonably well but were
not
making any progress. After the initial period the Dohenys got into the
game and
were value for their lead of 0-4 to 0-1 coming up to half time. The
competitiveness of Shane O Brien prevailed to score a goal deep into
first half
injury time for the sides to go in level. It was anticipated that this
would
boost the Kilmacs but after a burst for the first 5 minutes of the
second half
it was the Dohenys who were growing in confidence and began to reflect
this on
the scoreboard and were 4 points ahead with minutes to go. A desperate
burst up
the middle ended with Daniel O Donovan using his size to score a goal.
The
Kilmacs were able to win possession and score the equaliser deep
in to
injury time. The Dohenys were still able to mount an attack and should
have
scored the winner. The game ended level
on the score Kilmacabea 2-3 Dohenys 0-9. Timothy O Donovan was very
solid in everything he had to do and
made a
vital block near the end of the first half. Timmy O Mahony had a good
first
half; James Calnan played reasonably well at centre back, and Eoghan O
Donovan
did a huge amount of work with skill. The
team is given an opportunity to prove themselves in the replay,
on this
Friday 21st July in Ballinacarriga at 8pm
The U-13 footballers
travelled to
Inchigeelagh to play Iveleary on Monday 17th July. This was
a good
game of football with some fine skills on display. The game was fairly
even with
possession shared by both sides. The main difference was Ivelearys
ability to
take their scores and they won out in the end.
The u-14 footballers
travelled to play
Kilbrittain on Tuesday 18th July. This was a good
competitive
fixture but the Kilmacs were able to gain victory. Team Liam Cahalane,
Denny
Hayes, Thomas Jennings, Niall Hayes, Padraig McCarthy, Sean O’Regan,
Finnán
Tobin, David Quirke, John O’Sullivan, Eoghan O’Neill, Joseph Collins,
Kevin
Hayes, Padraig Burke, Jenny O’Sullivan, Eamon O’Sullivan, Padraig
French, Tommy
Hayes.
Congratulations to Denis
O’Driscoll,
Connonagh on his marriage to Celine Bell last weekend
Congratulations to Mary
O’Donovan, Bawnfune
from a strong parish football family on her marriage to Enda Buckley,
Castlehaven. All good wishes to both couples in the future.
As well as the Junior A
other fixtures for
the week are –
U 15 football blitz in
Dunmanway on
Saturday 22nd July at 2.00pm.
U 13 football v Kilmeen
in Leap on Saturday
22nd July T.B.C.
Minor “C” football league
v Oliver
Plunketts in Leap on Wednesday 26th July at 7.30pm
U 12 football v St. Marys
in Leap on
Thursday 27th July at 7.30pm
As these fixtures are
liable to change
check locally prior to travelling.
The club was part of a
new hurling
initiative to improve hurling for clubs in the west cork area that are
from
non-hurling tradition. This will involve coaching sessions during the
Summer
around various clubs in West Cork by various high level coaches
including Tom
Kenny. The first session was held in Rosscarbery on Wednesday 12th
July and it is expected there will be a session this week. It is for
8-13 year
old.
On Wednesday 5th
July the minors
played Kilmeen in Leap. Kilmacabea started well and went into an early
lead.
Kilmeen came back into it and played good football and were well worth
their
lead at half time. Kilmacabea continued to struggle and were 6 points
down with
about 10minutes to go. They raised their game and managed to bring it
back to
level pegging. Last minute efforts by both sides led to an exciting
finish but
did not break the deadlock. Team Niall Twomey, Stephen Calnan, Sam
O’Driscoll,
Clive Sweetnam, Kevin O’Sullivan, Jonathon Hill, Brendan McCarthy, Mark
The U-15 hurlers were
involved in a hurling
blitz on Saturday afternoon. This turned out to be a very successful
experience. All the teams were balanced and the only problem was the
weather
conditions. The games were of 20minutes duration. Kilmacabea had to
play all
their games in succession and they ran out of steam in their final game
but
other than that it was a very beneficial afternoon. They won against
Inchigeelagh and St Columns and lost to Rosscarbery and Skibbereen. The
games
were even with only a few points between any side.
Team Padraig Burke,
Eoghan O’Neill, Padraig
McCarthy, Sean O’Regan, Colman O’Riordan, Thomas Jennings, Joseph
Collins,
Michael Dineen, Richard Jennings, Conor O’Callaghan, Shane Newman, John
O’Sullivan, Kevin Hayes.
The U-13 footballers
travelled to play
Kilmichael on Monday 10th July. With a young team and
lacking in
size they were always going to be up against it. In the first half they
struggled to get possession and made a lot of basic mistakes to make
matters
worse and went in well behind on the scoreboard at half time. In the
second
half they improved and playing with some patches of fine football the
half was
even. Best on the night were Denny and Niall Hayes, Eamon O’Sullivan
and Liam
Cahalane. Kevin Hayes and Padraig French played well in the second
half. Team Liam
Thompson, Liam O’Driscoll, Padraig French, Eamon O’Sullivan,
Finnán Tobin,
Kieran O’Sullivan, Kevin Hayes, Niall Hayes, Marie Wilson, Lisa
Whooley, Oisín
O’Sullivan, Liam Cahalane, Denny Hayes, Richie O’Sullivan, David
O’Donovan,
Kevin O’Donovan, Marion O’Driscoll, Deirdre Collins.
Fixtures for the week are
–
Minor “C” football league
v D. O’Mathuna
away on Friday/Saturday T.B.A.
U 13 football v Iveleary
in Inchigeelagh on
Monday 17th July at
Minor “C” football league
v St. Columns in
Leap on Wednesday 19th July at
U 14 football v Kilmeen
in Rossmore on
Thursday 20th July at
As these fixtures are liable to change check
locally prior to travelling.
The
junior “A” team played Kilbrittain in
Kilbrittain on Thursday 29th June and were always in control
against
a team that had other things on its mind.
The
U10 hurlers travelled to play Ilen Og
in Rath on Saturday morning. This was a good experience for them and
hopefully
will encourage their efforts. The game was played with the freedom of
youngsters with complete commitment and not one foul pull from either
side.
Each gave their all and their attitude was excellent. Team Kevin
Whooley, Euan
Tobin, Odhran Connolly, Aishling Cahalane, Aidan Williamson, Shane
Garvey,
Martin Collins, Diarmuid O’Callaghan, Shane McDermott, Matthew O’Neill,
Eoghan
O’Sullivan, Ciarán French, Ross Cantwell, Iona Tobin.
The
U-16 hurlers were in action on Tuesday
4th July when they played Ardfield in Leap in the league.
Even
though they were beaten they put up a decent performance with a young
team. The
final score was 5-9 to 2- 6.
Busy
times on and off the field for junior
player Noel O’Donoghue on the recent birth of his son Cian.
Congratulations to
Noel and Anne Marie.
Congratulation
to Donal O’Donovan, Brulea
on his marriage to Carole Jennings, Bealad last weekend. The club
wishes them
well in their future together.
Fixtures
for the week are –
U
14 football v Kilbrittain in Kilbrittain
on Thursday 6th July at
U
15 hurling in Skibbereen on Saturday 8th
July at
U
13 football v Kilmichael in Kilmichael on
Monday 10th July at
Minor
“C” football league v D. O’Mathuna in
Castletown on Wednesday 12th July at
U
12 football v Pedlars in Ballinascarthy
on Thursday 13th July at
As
these fixtures are liable to change
check locally prior to travelling.
Weekly Notes 1 July 2006:
The junior “A” team
played St Marys in Leap
on Friday 23rd June. This was an improvement on recent
performances
and the Kilmacs went on to win against a below strenth opposition.
The U-12 hurlers played
D. O’Mathuna in the
championship on Monday evening 26th June in Rosscarbery.
This was an
excellent game with great excitement and little between the teams.
Early on
Kilmac were on top but were not able to convert their possession into
scores.
Mathunas had their period on the attack midway through the half and
managed to
put a few scores on the board. The Kilmacs came back and did manage to
get some
scores their possession deserved and went in ahead on the score 2-1 to
1-1.
Unfortunately the second half followed the same pattern with the
Kilmacs having
plenty of possession but being unable to score and they paid the price
when
Mathunas converted their possession. The final score was 2-3 to 2-1 in
favour
of Mathunas. This was very disappointing as the players had put in a
huge effort
during the game and played some fine hurling but just lacked the
ability to
finish their possession with the scores their effort deserved. Both
teams
deserve credit for playing the game in the right spirit. Best on the
night were
Niall Hayes, Oisin O’Sullivan, Eamon O’Sullivan, Liam Thompson and Liam
Cahalane. Team -Diarmuid O’Callaghan, Liam O’Driscoll, Denny Hayes,
Richie
O’Sullivan, Oisin O’Sullivan, Eamon O’Sullivan, Niall Hayes, Liam
Cahalane,
Liam Thompson, Martin Collins, David O’Donovan, Declan O’Sullivan,
Kevin
O’Donovan, Eoghan Collins, Matthew O’Neill, Gavin Daly,
Emma O’Callaghan, Aishling Cahalane, Odhran
Connolly, Jack Tobin
Congratulations to Hannah
Shanahan,
Clounties who was part of the Cork U-14 ladies football team that
defeated Kerry
at the weekend
Fixtures for the week are
–
Junior “A” football
league v Kilbrittain in
Kilbrittain on Thursday 29th June at 8.00pm
U 16 hurling v Ardfield
in Leap on Friday
30th June at 7.30pm
U 13 football v Kilmeen
in Leap on Monday 3rd
July at 7.30pm
Minor “C” football league
v Kilmeen in Leap
on Wednesday 5th July at 8.00pm
As these fixtures are
liable to change
check locally prior to travelling.
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jerseys: Adult jerseys - P.J. O'Brien Haulier, Leap U-16 jerseys - Hayes Brothers, Cullinagh Construction U-12 jerseys - T. O'Donovan & Sons Ltd., Leap U-10 jerseys - Pat Whooley Wrought Iron, Shreelane |