Midleton Hurling and Football, Ladies Football and Camogie Club Notes - December 14
14 December, 2023
ADULT CLUB
UNDER 21 A HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP SEMI-FINAL
MIDLETON 3-15 BRIDE ROVERS 0-11
Our U-21 A hurlers took on Bride Rovers in the East Cork semi-final on Saturday in Glenville.
We played with the strong breeze in the first-half and after a slow start we the stormed into the game scoring 2-3 in six minutes to lead by 2-3 to 0-1 after the opening quarter with the goals coming from David Cremin and Mikey Finn. Mikey Finn continued to keep the scoreboard ticking over from frees and a beautiful point from Carthaigh Cronin and a second David Cremin goal saw us with a big lead, 3-10 to 0-4 at half-time.
The second-half was always going to be a tougher test but our lads continuted to battle really hard and with Brion and his defence keeping a cleansheet, we ran out convincig winners oa final score of 3-15 to 0-11. We now take on Sarsfields in the final next Sunday....see below for details. Please support the lads if you can at all.
Scorers: Mikey Finn 1-9 (frees), David Cremin 2-0, Paul Conaughton 0-3, Tadhg O'Leary Hayes, Conor Morley and Carthtaigh Cronin 0-1 each.
MIDLETON: Brion Saunderson, Carthaigh Cronin, Adam Fay, Alex Moloney, Evan McCarthy, Ciarmhac Smyth, Darragh Codd, Mikey Finn, Tadhg O'Leary Hayes, Darragh McCarthy, Alex Quirke, Evan McGrath, Paul Connaughton (Captain), David Cremin, Cathal Beausang. Subs used: Dara Scanlon, Conor Morley, Neil Fitzgerald, Aaron Coughlan and Niall Lang.
BEST OF LUCK PATRICK
Our own Patrick Horgan took up his position as Chairman of the Cork County Board at the Convention on Tuesday night. Best of luck Patrick for the next three years. Pictured above with Midleton club-mates, Diarmuid Ó Dalaigh, John Fenton, Liam Ryan and Liam Wade. (Photo: Denis O'Flynn).
Here's what he had to say after his election....
HARD LUCK LADS
Hard luck to County winning Midleton hurlers, Tommy Wallace, Killian Burke and Sean O'Meara who narrowly lost out to Brothers Pearse in the London Senior Hurling Championship Final on Saturday.
BEST OF LUCK JERRY
We'd like to wish Jerry Wallace the best of luck as he takes over as manager of the Waterford senior camogie team.
WEDDING BELLS
Everyone at Midleton GAA club would like to wish a great couple, Paul Haughney and Rachel Lee, all the best on their wedding this Saturday. Have a great day guys and many many years of wedded bliss.
JOINT CHRISTMAS PARTY
This year the Juvenile, Camogie and Ladies Football clubs are combining for an U-6 to U-10 Christmas party on this coming Sunday, December 17..here are the details....PLEASE NOTE THE LATER START TIME....this is to facilitate people travelling to support Midleton in the East Cork U-21 AHC Final.....
2023 SEAN KEOHANE MEMORIAL LONG PUC
It's that time of year again. As always the Sean Keohane Memorial Long Puc will take place on St. Stephen's Day from Lisgoold to Midleton. Buses will leave at 9am sharp. All proceeds will go to Midleton Meals on Wheels. Full details above.
MAGPIES ALL STARS
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The Magpies All Star team and their families gathered at the club juvenile awards last week to celebrate the fantastic achievement of playing the half-time game in Croke Park in July during the Senior Football Quarter Final fixture of Cork versus Derry.
They represented the club with distinction in a brilliant game against the Derry GAA For All team. Congratulations and well done to them all.
The Magpies All Stars with Santa and his Elves at the recent Wagpies Christmas Party.
JUVENILES
FÉ10S
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The Fé10 boys wrapped up 2023 recently with a final training session including a mixture of hurling football and obstacle course fun. Well done boys. Thanks to all the coaches for their commitment throughout the year. Looking forward to 2024.
CAMOGIE
CHRISTMAS PARTIES
Our U-11 and over Christmas party will take place on Saturday 16th of December in the club from 6pm. Music will be provided on the night and a great time is guaranteed.
Our U-6 to U-10 Christmas party will be held on Sunday 17th at 4.30pm to 6pm in the club, shared with juvenile boys and ladies football. See above for details.
JUNIOR INFANTS
Midleton Camogie Club are recruiting......
ONE CLUB CHRISTMAS RAFFLE
If you haven't already got yours, don't miss your chance to get a ticket or two for our One Club Christmas Draw for 2023 which takes place on THIS FRIDAY NIGHT, DECEMBER 15 AT 9PM in our clubhouse. Tickets are on sale at the link below....please support and spread the word....
http://www.klubfunder.com/Clubs/Midleton_GAA/TicketSales
If you have tickets please get them back asap or before draw time on Friday night.
You are all welcome to join us on Friday night for a pint or a cup of tea for the draw in our clubhouse.
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ORLAGH FARMER'S AFRICAN ADVENTURE IN HER OWN WORDS.....
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'40+ players with a mission to succeed.
Planting trees in Kenya, helping communities
@warriorsforhumanityglobal - leaving a lasting legacy!
Meeting the local Kenyans with joy in their eyes.
Warmth in their hearts keeping spirits alive!
A touch of a hand, and smile that lit up the day.
Singing & dancing - embracing their cultural way
High altitude training at the Home of Champions,
Br. Colm inspiring us with his Olympians.
Learning from the best, they led the way.
Committed, composed & charismatic in their display
Sliding in the mud, we showcased our Gaelic games.
United with the Kenyans, a memorable cultural exchange.
Off to Londiani to Brighter Communities,
Planting more trees in the nurseries
Hats off to the @selfhelpafrica crew, for the incredible work they do. Inspiring us with all the project sights - striving to build better lives
Lessons learned that gratitude is key
And acts of service is what life is meant to be!
Blessed with what you have, while living in the now. Embracing the chaos of life with a smile somehow
To @alankerins77 - the main man and visionary - the work you do is changing lives - it’s legendary! Thank you so much for this amazing opportunity
An impactful experience seeing first hand how beneficial these trees will be for hundreds of Kenyan families living off these trees for years to come! Thank you to everyone who donated If you would still like to make a contribution, my iDonate link below - every little helps.'
https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/OrlaghFarmer
MIDLETON GAA MONDAY CLUB
Our December gathering will take place on this coming Monday, December 18 at 10.30am.
PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS THIS CHRISTMAS.....AND ALWAYS!
If the recent floods in our town have taught us aything then it's the need to support our local businesses. As the Christmas shopping season is now underway, we are making a special plea to all our members and supporters to shop local this Festive Season and all year round. Especially we are asking you to support our sponsors (see below) because without them we would be unable to exist and provide the sports we love for so many people across our plethora of teams in our GAA, Camogie and Ladies Foootball clubs.
Thanks a million to all our sponsors, we really appreciate your support this year and every year....#UpTheMagpies.
LOTTO
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Last Friday night's winning numbers were: 8, 13, 22 and the bonus was 1.
There was no jackpot winner or Match 3 winner.
The luky dip winners were: Karen Broerick, David O'Keeffe Jnr, David Murphy and Sheila Hurley.
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).
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 for coming in such big numbers, it is much appreciated. New players are always welcome....
SOCIAL DANCING
Dancing this Saturday night, December 16, to the excellent Adrian Ryan. It starts at 9.15pm and a great night is assured.
CLUB SHOP
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IMPORTANT NOTICE - This Saturday, December 16, is the last day for collection of orders in the club shop before Christmas. The shop will be open from 9.30am to 11am. After this the shop will be closed untill February.
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 11am. Thank you.
Also, new style club half zips (pictured below) have now arrived in stock. But please not that we have a very limited umber of each size so first come first served. And remember Saturday is the last day of the shop until February.
TEDDY MCCARTHY NIGHT
Well done to Tommy O'Connell (pictured below in action on the night), Conor Lehane and Cormac Beausang who all played for Cork in their victory over Galway on the special tribute evening to the late Teddy McCarthy on Saturday last in Pairc Uí Chaoimh.
Cork also won the football game against Meath in front of Teddy McCarthy's family, former team-mates and a big crowd of well wishers.
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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.
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.
