Midleton GAA Club

06 July, 2023

CÚL CAMP

Our first of two Cúl Camps is taking place at Clonmult Memorial Park this week and it's going brilliantly with a full house of kids taking part. Well done to Grainne O'Brien and all her team of helpers and of course to all the coaches and most of all the kids and their parents for booking in. On Wednesday they had a visit from our own Brion Saunderson and Culann Geary of Youghal with the Munster and All-Ireland U-20 hurling cups and here are a few pictures.....

 

ADULT CLUB

JUNIOR A FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP

MIDLETON 3-13 BRIDE ROVERS 0-3

Our Junior A footballers travelled to Carrigtwohill on Saturday night to take on Bride Rovers hoping to make it two wins from two after their opening round win over Youghal. 

The Magpies played with the breeze in the first-half and they definitely made the most of it. Points from Johnny Comer, Christian Daly and Cathal Gunning had us 0-3 to 0-0 up on nine minutes. That lead was doubled in the 16th minute when Christian Daly set up Cormac Beausang for the opening goal. Aaron Mulcahy replied to Bride Rovers' opening point before the men in black and white struck for goal number two. This time it was Cormac Beausang setting up Christian Daly to make it 2-4 to 0-1 after 25 minutes. Johnny Comer added a point before Johnny Comer set up Cormac Beausang for his second and his side's third in the final minute of the half to leave it 3-5 to 0-1 in favour of Midleton at the break. 

Points from Johnny Comer (2), Christian Murphy, Ross O'Regan, Mark Daly and Cormac Beausang saw us lead by 3-11 to 0-2 with 15 miuntes to play. Despite a black card and a red card for Bride Rovers, we kept our discipline superbly and we rounded off a great performance and win with points from Adrian O'Donovan and Aaron Mulcahy to finish off a 3-13 to 0-3 win. 

We are now qualified for the knockout stages but there's still a semi-final place to play for when we take on Castlemartyr in our final group game on Sunday week (July 16) at 2pm in Dungourney. 

Scorers: Cormac Beausang 2-1, Christian Daly 1-2, Johnny Comer 0-4, Aaron Mulcahy 0-2, Cathal Gunning, Mark Daly, Ross O'Regan and Adrian O'Donovan 0-1 each. 

MIDLETON: Eoghan Collins, Adam Fay, Seamus O'Farrell, Cian Crowley, Mark Daly, Alan Power, Luke Dineen, Ross O'Regan, Eoin Moloney, Cathal Gunning, Cormac Beausang, Aaron Mulcahy, Evan McGrath, Christian Daly, Johnny Comer. Subs: Adrian O'Donovan for Beausang.

 

CHALLENGE GAMES

With championship fast approaching, our hurling teams are busy in challenge games action this weekend. On Friday night our Junior Hurlers take on De La Salle of Waterford in Clonmult Memorial Park at 7.30pm on Friday night. On Saturday night our Intermediates head for Knockanore to take on the Shamrocks for the Mick Tobin Cup at 7pm. Then on Sunday our seniors are also in Waterford to take on Roanmore at 12 noon. Best of luck lads.

 

UNDERAGE POLICY ADOPTED

The following Policy in relation to Teams at Fe 11 and below was accepted as formal policy by the Executive of Midleton GAA One Club at the Executive Meeting of July 3, 2023       The policy applies to all Juvenile teams across all codes (GAA, Ladies Football and Camogie) from and including Fé11 and below:

Teams are not allowed to enter any external competition/ travel to another club where there is a cup or other trophy on offer.

• When travelling to play matches, all players must be offered invitation to attend. 

• When playing matches, all players should be given equal time where possible – with each player playing at least one full half where practical. •

• No Scores to be kept or issued.

• No Scores to be mentioned on any media/match reports.

• Young whistlers to be invited to referee Fé9-Fé11 matches

 

GDC ROLES 

Cork GAA are hiring for a number of GDCs, if any of our members are interested. Here are the details: 

Cork GAA now welcome applications for the role of eight new GAA Games Development Coordinators (GDCs) across the county.

This will be in addition to the six Games Development Administrators (GDAs) currently in place, who will be offered the opportunity to migrate to GDC roles, resulting in a total of fourteen coaching staff tasked with improving participation and playing standards at ground level.

GDCs will be responsible for the delivery of GAA games development policy and related programmes as contained in the county coaching and games development plan in local clubs and schools (Primary and Post Primary) within a geographic area of a county. The role will also focus on establishing self-sufficient and sustainable clubs by building capacity and capability within the volunteer structure to deliver a games development programme. A key target associated with the role will be the growth and retention of coach and player participation.

Applications are now open (until Wednesday, July 12th at 3pm). Apply at the link below:

http://www.jobs.ie/job/games-development-coordinator-cork-gaa/gaelic-athletic-association-job100695407

 

JUVENILES

FÉ9S

On Saturday morning our young Magpies took to the field in Carrigtohill as we faced our near neighbours and Dicksboro of Kilkenny in hurling. It was an action-packed morning, where we fielded three teams. Our Magpies played some very tough and competitive matches. 

 

FÉ11S

Our Fé11s enjoying ice-creams after training on Wednesday evening in Park South.

We will now take a small break from games and training for three weeks.

 

FÉ12S

Well done to our Fé12 team who reached the final of the Tommy Finn Memorial Cup in Clonea on Saturday.

Hosts Clonea won the cup for the first time since its inception in 2011. It was the first time Midleton have reached the final so well done lads!
We won our group with Mooncoin Kilkenny, Abbeyside and Stradbally of Waterford before beating Piltown of Kilkenny in the semi-final. #UpTheMagpies

 

FÉ14S

Best of luck to our Fé14s who are in COUNTY FINAL action on Friday night when they take on East Cork rivals Sarsfields in Bishoptown at 8pm in the P1 County Final. 

This great bunch of lads are also down to play a County P2 Football Final against Nemo Rangers next Wednesday. 

 

FÉ15S

P1 HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP V CARRIGTWOHILL

The first match of this year’s eagerly awaited Fé15 P1 hurling championship involved the visit of Carrigtwohill to Clonmult Memorial Park on Monday night. The Midleton lads were in control for much of the first-half and went in a half-time 0-10 to 1-5 ahead.

The visitors however came back into the match in the second-half and were five points ahead with time almost up. A late goal from Cian Lawton brought the margin down to one score but that was the extent of the action with the referee's whistle blowing for full-time on the resumption with the final score Midleton 1-13 Carrigtwohill 1-15.

Despite the defeat there were definite signs of progress and the lads will look forward to the remaining games in the group over the coming weeks. The panel was: Michael Allegrini, Riain McCormack, Peader Egan, Jason Morley, Harry Waterman, Senan Carroll, Ciarán Kelly, Scott Dunlea, Patrick O’Dowd, Dara Birdthistle, Cian Lawton (captain), Liam Walsh, Sean Gregory, Shane O’Mahony, Darragh Mullins, Jack Walsh, Patrick Collins, Ciarán O’Brien, Charlie McCarthy.

Next up is the first round of the Fé15 football championship at home v Kiltha Óg on Monday July 10th at 7pm. Please come out to support the lads.

 

FIXTURES

FRIDAY, JULY 7

Rebel Og Premier Fé14 Hurling Championship Premier 1 County Final

Midleton v Sarsfields at 8pm in Bishopstown

Rebel Og Premier Fé13 Hurling League Premier 1

Midleton v Sarsfields at 7pm in Park South

 

SATURDAY, JULY 8

Rebel Og Premier Fe 17 C3 Hurling League Group 1

Midleton 2  v Douglas 2 at 1pm in Park South

 

TUESDAY, JULY 11

Rebel Og Premier Fé14 Hurling League C3 Group1 Final

Ballincollig v Midleton at 8.15 in Ballincollig 

 

WEDNESDAY, JULY 12

Rebel Og Premier Fé14 Football League Division4 Final

Macroom v Midleton at 7.30pm in Macroom (PROVISIONAL)

Rebel Og Premier Fé14 Premier 2 Football Championship Final

Midleton v Nemo Rangers. Time and venue TBC.

 

MAGPIES ALL STARS

A huge well done to our Magpies All Stars team who played a blinder in Croke Park on Sunday against the Derry GAA For All team at half-time in the All-Ireland SFC Quarter-final game between Cork and Derry. The lads were representing Munster and they did so brilliantly.....what a group they are. Well done to all the coaches too who are also fantastic. 

 

SKILLS CAMP

Orlagh Farmer is running a skills camp for girls this summer. The camp will take place across four venues in Cork. See picture below for details:

 

MIDLETON GAA MONDAY CLUB

Our next outing is on Monday July 31st at our grounds at Park South, Youghal Road at 10.30am. All welcome!

 

LOTTO DRAW

The Jackpot was €15,000 for last Friday night's jackpot and the numbers drawn this week were 4, 21, 27 and the bonus was 7.

There was no jackpot winner or match 3 winner.

The €25 Lucky Dip Prize winners were: Suzanne Mulcahy, David O'Keeffe, Emma Dommeney, Marichu Anelli.

Play 24/7 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).

 

BINGO

 

Fancy a good night which also benefits Midleton GAA club...what about bingo on Friday nights?

It kicks off at 7.30pn every Friday night and is over by 9pm. A single book is €6. A double book is €12. We're having our biggest crowds since before Covid recnetly so thanks to everyone for coming in such big numbers, it is much appreciated. New players are always welcome....

 

SOCIAL DANCING

Social dancing this Saturday night at 9.15pm to Colm Aungier. A great night is assured. 

 

 

CLUB SHOP

With all our hurling, camogie and ladies football teams now back up and running now is the time to stock up on all your gear needs for the coming season.

All you have to do is go to the Klubfunder website (www.klubfunder.com/Clubs/Midleton%20GAA/ShopItems) and you will see the full range of what’s available to buy. You can shop away to your heart’s content, pay for it online and then collect your purchases at the club shop on Saturday morning between 9.30am and 10.15am. Thank you.

 

2023 MIDLETON GAA GOLF CLASSIC 

The juvenile coaches are fully behind the 2023 Midleton GAA Golf Classic which takes place on Thursday and Friday week at East Cork Golf Club.

This year's Midleton GAA Golf Classic will be held, at East Cork Golf Club, on Thursday and Friday, July 13 & 14.

The tee-times are filling up fast so if you want to get your team in then you need to contact without delay to:

Liam Walsh - 087-9610346 or 

Ger Lawton - 087-4143094

Even if you are not a golfer we would really appreciate if you or your workplace would consider sponsoring a tee box for €50. This one of our main fundraisers each year and is vital to the upkeep of all our teams across hurling and football, ladies football and camogie.

You can register your team or pay for a tee box or both right now at the link below.....

http://www.klubfunder.com/Clubs/Midleton_GAA/EventRegistration#EventRegistrationOptions

 

COACHING WORKSHOP

Michael Gerard Doherty is coming to Cork on Monday, July 10th to give a workshop in Pairc Uí Chaoimh for coaches of Nursery and Go Games age groups.

 

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

 

PLEASE PLAY YOUR PART

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Unfortunately there has been a rise in the amount of dogs being walked in Park South recently, especially during matches and training sessions. Please spread the word that only assistance dogs are permitted in both of our club grounds at Park South and Clonmult Memorial Park. 

Please do not bring single-use plastic bottles to either Park South or Clonmult Memorial Park.
Please put your rubbish in a bin or bag and please bring your gear home with you.
And always be aware of the open water surrounding the pitches in Park South.
If you are a coach, please pass on these simple messages to players and parents.
All members are asked to respect referees and their officials at all times.
Also if you are a coach, last person out locks the gate, toilet and container.

 

CONDOLENCES

All at Midleton GAA club would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Ger Cott, Ballintotis, former Vice Principal of Midleton CBS who died at the weekend. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

We would also like to extend our condolences to the family and friends of Mark Shields who died this week. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.