Midleton GAA Club

20 June, 2024

JUVENILES 

FÉILE NA GAEL 2024

Our Fé15s travel to Wexford this Saturday to represent Cork in the 2024 National Féile na Gael finals. 

Huge preparation has been put in by the players and management and we wish them the very best of luck. 

They warmed up on Monday night with a league win over Sarsfields in a very good game in Clonmult Memorial Park. 

A big thank you to Pat Walsh Paints for sponsoring the gear for the panel for Saturday. 

Below are the pictures and the schedule for Saturday. Please support the lads if you can at all...Up The Magpies!

 

FÉ12S

Our MID2s Hurlers travelled to Douglas on Sunday evening to take on Douglas 2 in phase 2 of the U-12 Hurling League.

Our lads were unlucky to come out on the wrong side of a 5-4 to 3-8 Scoreline. This was our first loss of the year for the MID2 lads in Hurling, we will keep the heads up!! 

Our MID1s Hurlers also travelled to Douglas on Monday evening to take on Douglas 1 also in phase 2 of the U12 Hurling League.

In a end to end game from Start to finish the lads came away with a draw of 6-3 to 5-6 Scoreline.

Well done to all 17 players who put in a good performance on the night.

 

FÉ13S

The Midleton Fé13 team that were victorious over Watergrasshill on Monday evening at Park South on a scoreline of Midleton 5-7 to Watergrasshill 0-4. Superb battling from our lads and their efforts in training each week are starting to pay dividends. Well done one and all.

What a weekend it was for Fé13 player Michael McManus who won gold in Munster 75m hurdles last Saturday in Waterford and then, to top off a great few days, Michael captained Midleton to victory over Watergrasshill at Park South on Monday night. Top Man Michael.

 

FÉ14S

A busy and successful weekend for the Fé14s with two semi-finals to contend.

First up was the P1 Hurling championship semi-final on Friday against Ballincollig.

In superb conditions in Catharlag, Midleton got off to a fantastic start with tw converted frees and a goal within the first five minutes and sustaining the pressure through the first-half to have us ahead 2-7 to 0-7 at the half-time whistle. 

Ballincollig came out fighting in the second-half and scored seven unanswered points putting them a point ahead. A converted free got the Magpies scoring again and a goal followed by a quick point was enough to get a well-deserved win. Tomas O'Shea was captain on the night.

Final score: Midleton 3-9 Ballincollig 0-15

Next up... P1 County final v Ballinora. Details: TBC. 

Sunday saw a home tie in glorious sunshine in Clonmult Memorial Park versus St Michaels in the Eastern division 1 Football Championship semi-final.

A close first-half saw the game tied 1-5 to 1-5 at the whistle. It continued to be a close game right up to 10 minutes to go when Midleton got a second wind and found the net. Captain on the night was Cathal Power. 

Final score: Midleton 5-11 St Michaels 2-8

Next up... East Div. 1 County final v Cobh

 

FÉ7S

Well done to our U-7s who played superbly in a football blitz in Castlemartyr on Sunday morning. Great stuff boys and keep up the good work.

 

CAMOGIE 

UNDER 12S

Our U12 (White team) played their second game in Phase 2 of the U12 League at home in Clonmult Memorial Park against Buttevant on Friday evening last. It was a great game from start to finish as both teams were evenly matched and the ball was moved up and down the field continuously with both teams displaying all their improving skills - particularly getting themselves out of tight situations by taking their allowed steps and then hand passing or striking to move the sliothar forward. Even though the game finished as a draw, it was a great result for both teams who battled hard throughout. 

Our U12 (black team) travelled to the city last Saturday morning to play their final game in round  against St. Finbarr’s. A blustery morning made scoring difficult in the first half however with determination and skill the girls secured the win in the end. Great teamwork from the girls once again and well done to all.

 

UNDER 15

Our U15s played a challenge match last Saturday morning against Dungourney. Despite reduced numbers from the opposing team we had a good opportunity to put our training into practice, coming away with the win. Thanks to Saoirse, Millie and Anna from the U14s who played up. Well done to Molly (pictured below) who was captain on the day.

Our U15s are through to a league semi-final in the U16B category next Saturday morning at home against Sars. Best of luck to the girls.

 

WELL DONE SAOIRSE

Huge congratulations to Saoirse Murphy Lane who was part of the U-13 Cork team that took part in a blitz in Limerick over the weekend. Cork won their first two matches against Clare and Waterford which got them to the semi final against Tipperary!unfortunately though Tipp came out on top.

 

NEW CLUB GEAR

Midleton camogie are delighted to inform you that our latest gear collection is ready for order! After planning with McKeever Sports, we are proud to offer you gear that meets our high standards and your expectations. Please click on the link below to place your order. This is an online platform only so the window to order will close on the 23rd June at midnight. Huge thanks to Tom Casey for his time, perseverance and eye for detail to getting this huge endeavour to this stage. 

https://eur.mckeeverteamwear.com/collections/midleton-camogie-10694

 

ADULTS

COUNTY HURLING LEAGUE DIVISION 5

BALLYGARVAN 0-19 MIDLETON 2-21

Our intermediates bounced back to winning league ways in Ballygarvan on Friday night with an eight point win. 

Goals from Kian Farmer and Sean O'Meara helped us to a 2-13 to 0-9 half-time lead and from here on there was no way back for the home side and we finished convincing winners. 

Scorers: Aaron Mulcahy 0-7, Sean O'Meara and Kian Farmer 1-3 each, Garan Manley 0-3, Roary Hartnett and Gavin Reddy 0-2 each, Adam Daly 0-1.

MIDLETON: Cillian Hurley, Cathal Gunning, David Scanlon, Cormac O'Brien, Evan McCarthy, Adam Fay, Leo Hennessy, Adam Daly, Gavin Reddy, Rory Hartnett, Sean O'Meara, Aaron Mulcahy, Gary Carroll, Garan Manley, Kian Farmer. Subs used: Billy O'Shea, Gavin Bagnell, Aidan Ryan and Evan McGrath.

Our final group game is on Saturday week (June 29) when we travel to Tracton. 

These are the league standings ahead of the final game....

 

JUNIOR HURLERS

It was a great few days for our junior hurling teams. 

On Sunday our Junior C team gained promotion to Division 2 and a place in the league final when they got the better of Erin's Own in the Division 3 League on a socreline of Erins Own 1-11 Midleton 2-18 We now play Erins Own again in the league final.

Then on Tuesday night our Junior A team travelled to Youghal in East Cork Junior Hurling League Division 2.

Another excellent display from the lads who came away with victory on a scoreline of Youghal 0-13 Midleton 1-23.

This win means we are promoted to Division 1 and will play Bride Rovers in the League final

Both finals to be confirmed. Well done to all involved on a great effort in gaining promotion from both leagues. 

 

COUNTY HURLING LEAGUE DIVISION 2

Our senior hurlers play their second last league game tomorrow (Friday) night in Newtownshandrum at 7.45pm. 

 

LEAGUE FINAL

Our Junior A Footballers' League Final has been fixed for this coming Sunday (June 23) at 12 noon in Shanagarry. Best of luck to all involved.

 

IN THE RED OF CORK

Well done to Conor, Tommy, Brion and all the Cork hurlers and and management in their All-Ireland series win over Offaly in Tullamore on Saturday. A big shout out to Conor Lehane who was named as man of the match. 

Next up are Dublin in Thurles on this coming Saturday at 1.15pm in Thurles, with Clare and Wexford in the second game.

 

LADIES FOOTBALL

U-13 CHAMPIONSHIP

Well done to our U13s who had a great win, 3-3 to 1-2, against Bantry on Saturday last in Clonmult Memorial Park.

They are now through to a county semi-final. Well done everyone on a great game and to Ali (pictured below) who was captain for the game. They now travel to Carrigaline this Sunday for a 6.45pm throw in. Please come along and show your support for this great group of players and their management.

U-12 LEAGUE

Well done to our Midleton U12 white team that played Rockbán on Monday evening and came away with a win in Park South.

UNDER 7/8S

Our under 7s and 8s played their first matches of the season on Monday night in Ballinacurra when they played host to two Aghada teams. Each and every girl played their heart out on the night and put all they’ve learned in training into practice. Well done girls.

 

LADIES FOOTBALL SUMMER CAMP

Orlagh Farmer is once again running her summer camp for girls this summer. Details are listed below.

 

CORK SENIORS

Well done to Ava McAuliffe who lined out for the senior Ladies in their game versus Galway last weekend in MTU and scored three points.

 

MIDLETON GAA MONDAY CLUB

Our Monday Club gathers on he last Monday of every month and is welcome to anyone to come along for a cup of tea, a bun and a chat....

See you all on this coming Monday, June 24 at 10.30am.....all welcome!

 

2024 MIDLETON GAA GOLF CLASSIC 

Our 2024 Midleton GAA Golf Classic took place on Wednesday and Thursday last at East Cork Golf Club and was once again a great success 

Thanks to Blackwater Motors for their sponsorship and to everyone who put in a team or sponsored a tee box. It's much appreciated.

Below are the results, the tee box and team sponsors and some pictures from the presentation evening at our clubhouse.

 

LOTTO 

 

Here are the lotto results for this week.....

We had no jackpot or match three winners this week.

Thanks to everyone who supports our lotto. It is a vital weekly fundraiser for our club.

The jackpot is still €15k....wouldn't that be nice....

Remember you can play anytime at: http://www.klubfunder.com/Clubs/Midleton%20GAA/lotto

In total Midleton GAA will give out local business vouchers to the value of €3,800 every year as part of our “Shop Local, Buy Local” campaign.

How to play: tickets are on sale at Pat Walsh Paints, Chadwicks, Frank Murphy Butchers, Murphy’s Pharmacy, Crowley Butchers, or buy online (see above).

We are always looking and needing new players....please sign up if you can....details below...

 

BINGO

 

Fancy a great night out? Why not give our Bingo a go?

It kicks off at 7.30pn every Friday night and is over by 9pm. A single book is €6. A double book is €12.

Thanks to everyone who has supported the bingo in such great numbers in 2023 and hopefully you can join us again for 2024.

 

SOCIAL DANCING 

Social Dancing in our excellent club house this Saturday night (June 22) from 9.15pm to Martin Kearney and Teddy Crowley. All welcome.

 

CLUB SHOP

Our club shop is now back in action for the 2024 season.

The new shop times for 2024 are 9.30am to 10.30am.

Please note that the shop will be closed for collections this Saturday, June 22. You can still order but these orders will not be available or collection until Saturday, June 29.

Check out what's on offer and buy at: 

http://www.klubfunder.com/Clubs/Midleton_GAA/ShopItems

 

UMPIRE TRAINING 

Join the Cork GAA Referee committee for a training session designed for both new and existing umpires. This session will cover essential skills, updates on the latest rules, and practical tips to enhance your officiating performance.

Event: Training for New and Existing Umpires

Date: Wednesday, 26th June

Time: 7:00 PM

Location: Media Room, SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh

 

GAA LEARNING PORTAL

We have been asked to remind members and especially our club coaches that the GAA Learning Portal is a great resource which is free to use. Please check it out at  http://learning.gaa.ie/about.

 

NEW COFFEE 

We would like to extend a very warm welcome and best of luck to Maurice Healy as he opened his new Coffee Station in our club grounds (straight across from the train station) at Clonmult Memorial Park recently. These are there opening hours....

 

CLUB HOUSE

We have a smashing club house, bar and hall, at Midleton GAA Club and don't forget that these are available to hire for functions....see below for details....

 

PLEASE PLAY YOUR PART

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The word is not getting out that NO DOGS (other than assistance dogs) are allowed in our grounds at Clonmult Memorial Park or Park South.

Please respect this and spread the word.....

 

CONDOLENCES 

Everyone at Midleton GAA Club would like to extend our deepest condolences to the Hennessy family and the many friends of the late John 'The Chief' Hennessy, who died this week.

The always dapper John was a great Midleton GAA man and will be sorely missed. He was a former secretary of our club as well as being Chairman and President of the East Cork Board in his time.

He was one of the main drivers of the building of the Tom Powell Pavilion in our club in the mid 1970s. He also served as a selector with many Midleton teams over the years, including the seniors in the late 70s. He also served as a Cork minor selector.

John was the main club organiser for fixtures/field maintenance and he always looked after the lining of the field in Clonmult Memorial Park himself while he delegated other jobs to fellow officers....hence why he was called 'The Chief.'

In his playing days he played with distinction with Midleton CBS and was selected to play for a Munster schools selection which was a very rare thing for a Midleton CBS player in that era. He also won a County Intermediate medal with Midleton in 1962.

In later years he was a great supporter of Midleton teams and was a regular in our club grounds and clubhouse and in recent years was a regular attendee at our Monday Club. His family too of course have given wonderful service to our club in many guises....driven on by 'The Chief.'

Thanks to everyone who took part in our Guards of Honour.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.