Midleton GAA Club

10 August, 2023

SENIORS AND INTERMEDIATES OFF TO A WINNING START

Tommy O'Connell making a fine catch in the Premier SHC win over Bishopstown. Photos: Denis O'Flynn.

CO-OP SUPERSTORES COUNTY PREMIER SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND 1

MIDLETON 1-27 BISHOPSTOWN 1-13

Our senior hurlers made their entrance into this year’s Premier Senior Hurling Championship on Saturday last in Pairc Uí Rinn when they took on Bishopstown.

Two early frees saw the city side take an early advantage but we were soon up and running with a point from play by Paul Connaugthon followed by three frees on the bounce from Conor Lehane.

David Cremin and Luke O’Farrell answered Bishopstown white flags before we struck three from play without reply from Paul Connaughton, Mikey Finn and Conor Lehane to see us 0-9 to 0-4 to the good with 19 minutes on the clock.

We finished the half with points from Luke O’Farrell (2) and Cormac Beausang (2) to see us go in at the half-time break in possession of a 0-13 to 0-9 lead.

The one major dark spot from that first-half was the injury suffered by our goalkeeper Bryan Rossiter on his senior debut on the half-hour mark when saving a certain goal. He was replaced by Cillian Hurley between the posts.

Mikey Finn putting over one of his three points from play against Bishopstown.

We hit the ground running in the second-half with six of the fist seven scores of the period through Conor Lehane (3), Mikey Finn and Cormac Beausang (2). Mikey Finn, Cormac Beausang and David Cremin tacked on further white flags to see us lead on a score of 0-22 to 0-12 with 12 second-half minutes played.

Cormac Beausang, Conor Lehane and David Cremin added further points before the aforementioned Cremin got the first goal of the game in the 51^st minute after being set up by Luke O’Farrell. Conor Lehane and Paul Connaughton added two more points before Bishopstown goaled with the last play of the game to leave us 14 points in front at the final whistle.

Cormac Beausang running at the Bishopstown defence in Pairc Uí Rinn.

Scorers: Midleton: Conor Lehane (0-9, 0-6 frees); Cormac Beausang (0-6); David Cremin (1-3); Mikey Finn, Paul Connaughton and L O’Farrell (0-3 each).

MIDLETON: Bryan Rossiter; Sean O’Sullivan, Luke Dineen, Seannaidh Smyth; Eoin Moloney, Tommy O’Connell, Sam Quirke; Mikey Finn, Cormac Beausang; Pa White, Conor Lehane (Captain), Ross O’Regan; Paul Connaughton, Luke O’Farrell, David Cremin. Subs: Cillian Hurley for Rossiter (30 mins, inj); Ciarmhac Smyth for Moloney (56).

BEST WISHES BRYAN

We would like to wish Bryan Rossiter the very best of luck in his recovery and we hope to see him back in the Black and White as soon as possible.

 

CO-OP SUPERSTORES COUNTY INTERMEDIATE A HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND 1

MIDLETON 2-12 CLOUGHDUV 1-12

Our intermediate team were also in action in Pairc Uí Rinn at the weekend, taking on last year’s beaten finalists in this grade, Cloughduv in a lunchtime game due to the All-Ireland camogie final.

We got off to a blistering start to this game with goals from Cian Crowley and Kian Farmer and a point from Cian Crowley to see us lead by 2-1 to 0-2 inside eight minutes.

We struggled a bit for scores after this but points from Tadhg O’Leary Hayes, Padraig O’Shea and Cian Crowley saw us trail by a point at the half-time whistle on a score of 1-8 to 2-4.

We got off to a strong start with two pointed frees from Aaron Mulcahy to put us in front before Alex Quirke and two more Aaron Mulcahy frees saw us lead by 2-9 to 1-9 with 15 minutes to play.

There was nothing in it all the way to the wire but points from Alex Quirke, Kian Farmer and a free from Aaron Mulcahy saw us come out on top by a goal at the final whistle.

There’s no doubt that we deserved our win and 21 wides will tell the story that it should have been more clear cut…but a win is a win.

Scorers: Cian Crowley 1-2, Aaron Mulcahy 0-5 (frees), Kian Farmer 1-1, Alex Quirke 0-2, Tadhg O’Leary Hayes & Padraig O’Shea 0-1 each.

MIDLETON: Brion Saunderson, Cathal Gunning, Christian Murphy, David Scanlon, Leo Hennessy, James Nagle (Captain), Sean O’Leary Hayes, Tadhg O’Leary Hayes, Adam Daly, Kian Famer, Aaron Mulcahy, Padraig O’Shea, Padraig O’Brien, Alex Quirke, Cian Crowley. Subs: Tiarnán Roche for O’Brien, Darragh McCarthy for O’Shea.

 

COUNTY CHAMPIONSHIPS ROUND TWO

Another busy weekend beckons as our senior and intermediate hurlers are both back in action in round two of their respective championships. 

Our intermediates are first into action, on Firday night (August 11) when they make the short trip to Caherlag to take on Douglas at 7.30pm. 

Then on Sunday, it's another short trip, this time our senior hurlers will be heading for Carrigtwohill to take on Glen Rovers at 3pm it what promises to be a cracker of a game. 

It would be brilliant to see large numbers of Midleton supporters (young and old) at both of these games. And please wear you're club gear if you have it....

We are also hosting a second round game in the Co. Senior A Hurling Championship this weekend. On Saturday night at 7pm Killeagh and Bride Rovers will meet in Clonmult Memorial Park fresh from opening round wins for both last weekend.

Don't forget you have to buy your tickets in advance for these games online - you won't be able to pay at the gate. The link for tickets is:

https://gaacork.ie/tickets/

 

NEW CORK STREAMING SERVICE

Cork GAA have launched their new streaming service ahead of the upcoming county championships which get underway this weekend. This weekend they are showing our clash with Glen Rovers on Sunday and Friday night's SHC clash between St. Finbarrs and Sarsfields. 

We will also be showing the St. Finbarrs v Sarsfields game in the club on Friday night.

See the link below for the details....

http://gaacork.ie/2023/07/26/cork-gaa-launches-new-streaming-service-rebels-online/?s=09 

 

EAST CORK OIL EAST CORK JUNIOR A HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND 1

MIDLETON 2-6 CARRIGTWOHILL 0-18

Avril Geary Chair East Cork Board receiving sponsorship from Con Ryan of sponsors East Cork Oil at the launch of the East Cork Junior Hurling Championship. Also included are officers of the board and reps of the competing teams, inlcuding our own Peter Dowling.

Lisgoold was the venue on a miserable Bank Holiday Monday evening for our opening game in the East Cork Oil sponsored East Cork Junior A Hurling Championship.

Carrigtwohill opened the scoring with a point from play before Christian Daly crashed the ball to the net inside six minutes. Carrig hit two in a row before Mark O’Keeffe fired over two frees to see us lead by 1-2 to 0-3 after 18 minutes.

Carrig then hit four points in a row (two from play and two from frees)  but we struck back with a goal from Mark O’Keeffe to put us back in front (2-2 to 0-7). But it was the men in blue and gold who finished the strong with the last four points of the half to see them lead at the midway point on a scoreline of 0-11 to 2-2.

We cut the lead to a single point after six second-half points through points from Peter Dowling and Mark O’Keeffe. Two Carrig points were answered by two Mark O’Keeffe frees to leave us just a point adrift with 18 minutes to play but unfortunately we failed to score during this period and Carrig struck five unanswered white flags to see them across the line after a feisty affair by a margin of six points.

Next up we will play Carrignavar on Saturday, September 2.

Scorers: Mark O’Keeffe 1-5 (0-5 frees), Christian Daly 1-0, Peter Dowling 0-1.

MIDLETON: Zach Smith, Neil Fitzgerald, Aaron Coughlan, Alan Power, Adam Fay, Patrik Kane, Evan McCarthy, Gavin Reddy, Leslie Coughlan, Evan McGrath, Dara Scanlon, Mark O’Keeffe, Cathal Beausang, Peter Dowling (Captain), Christian Daly. Subs: Harry Wall for Dara Scanlon, Charlie Walsh for Evan McCarthy.

 

JUNIOR C HURLERS

Our Junior C Hurlers begin their championship campaign on Tuesday next (August 15) at home to Bride Rovers at 7pm. Best of luck to Brian and his players.

 

JUVENILES

FÉ10S

A big well done to our Fé10s who played a blinder when they took on Bishopstown at half-time in our senior hurling game at Pairc Uí Rinn on Saturday last. 

 

FÉ11S

Our Fé11s were back in Pairc Uí Chaoimh this week...this time for a Munster Club's Gaelic Football Blitz and once again the lads did our club proud. Well done lads. #MagpiesAbú.

 

 

FIXTURES

FRIDAY, AUGUST 11

Rebel Og Premier Fe13 Football League Premier 2 Section2

Glanmire v Midleton at Sallybrook at 7pm

 

SATURDAY, AUGUST 12

Rebel Og Premier Fe13 Football League C3 Section2

Midleton 2 v Clonakilty 2 in Midleton at 1pm

 

MONDAY, AUGUST 14

Rebel Og Premier Fe15 Hurling Championship Premier1 Challenge Cup Semi+Finals

Midleton v Eire Og at 7pm in Midleton

 

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 16

Rebel Og Premier Fe17 Hurling Championship Premier1 Section1

Midleton v Sarsfields at 7pm in Midleton

 

CÚL CAMP

We held our second Cúl Camp of the summer last week and once again it was a great success. Thanks to all the parents for booking in their kids and especially to our brilliant organising team and coaches who made it a great week. The kids were thrilled to be visited by Brion Saunderson and Daniel Murnane of Carrigtwohill from the Munster & All-Ireland winning Cork U-20 team with the cups.....thanks lads. Here are a few pics....

 

CAMOGIE 

UNDER 15S

Our U-15s played their last Imokilly league game in a wet Park South against Youghal. Another tough battle for all the players which was great and thankfully we came out on top. Thanks to Youghal for a great game and we look forward to seeing who we will face in the semi-final.

Thanks to U14s Kerrie and Olivia who helped out brilliantly again this evening and Caoimhe who played for us for the first time and was excellent. That’s 11 different players we have used from the U14s in the three games, which we are extremely grateful for.

 

U-14 CORK SQUAD

Midleton Camogie are very proud of Gabrielle, Leah and Sarah who played at the National U14 blitz in Dublin on Saturday and on Sunday proudly walked at half-time with the full Cork panel along with U14 development squads from all over the country. Unfortunately Ciara on holidays this weekend.

 

ALL-IRELAND SENIOR FINAL

Midleton Camogie Club had a great day out on Sunday when a full bus of supporters travelled to Croke Part to cheer on the Senior team. Huge congratulations to the Cork Senior panel who did the county proud and are great role models for our up-and-coming stars.

Well done especially to Ger Manley, Clodagh Finn and Ali Smith on their great win.

 

LADIES FOOTBALL

JUNIOR A CHAMPIONSHIP 

Our Junior ladies are busy preparing for Championship. Our first game takes place on Sunday August 20th at home in Clonmult Memorial Park where we take on Skibbereen at 3pm. Please come along and support us for our home game. 

In the A Championship we also play Dohenys, Douglas and Bantry. 

 

FANCY BECOMING A REFEREE?

Cork GAA and the Referees committee will be running a course for new referees for the Imokilly division in Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Thursday 14th and 21st of September. (Attendees must attend both nights)

For more information, or to register your name for the course, please check out gaacork.ie/referees/

 

RDC MOVING TO MIDLETON GAA CLUB 

We are delighted to welcome Billie Jean's RDC Dance and Performing Arts school to Midleton GAA Club. 

The school has been running in Midleton since 1991 and they were crowned winners of Ireland's Got Talent a few years back. They are famous for high standard dance, musical theatre, singing and fitness classes from age three to senior adults. Classes will be starting at Midleton GAA Club from Monday, September 4. For more information contact: 086-7966124 or check them out on Facebook.

 

MIDLETON GAA MONDAY CLUB

Our next get-together is on Monday 28th August at 10.30am at Midleton GAA Club (Clonmult Memorial Park). All welcome. Magpies Abú!

 

LOTTO DRAW

 

The Jackpot was €15,000 for last Friday night's jackpot and the numbers drawn this week were 2, 9, 23 and bonus: 2.

There was no jackpot winner or match 3 winner.

The €25 Lucky Dip Prize winners were: Karen Fitzgerald, David McNamara, Bill Dunford and Carmel Doog.

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

No social dancing this Saturday night, August 12. 

 

OÍCHE GHAELACH AGUS CHULTÚIR

Irish and Traditional music night in the club this coming Friday evening at 9.15pm. Fáilte roimh chách. All are welcome.

 

CLUB SHOP

With all our hurling, camogie and ladies football teams now in full flight 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.

 

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

 

 

A BLAST FROM THE BAST 

A lovely picture posted by Eamon O'Neill on the Midleton Facebook Page....after Cork won the double in 1990? How many can you name?

 

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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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

We would like to extend oour deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Nicholas Ring, Whitegate and late of Cloyne who died this week. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.