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Fixtures
Up to date fixture list are posted on social media on Monday mornings
Please note that all fixtures can be changed so check our media outlets for notice of changes.
Senior Team
The Credit Union SFL: Division 1 Round 8
Ballymacelligott V Milltown/Castlemaine next Sunday at 2pm at home in Ballymac
Players Injury Fund
Full details of Players Injury fund for 2023 are now on our web site at www.ballymacgaa.com. It is important that all players and parents be fully informed by reading this important document. http://www.ballymacgaa.com/gaa-injury-benefit-fund-2023-important-information/
Senior Ladies
Donal Curtin Round 4 Monday 22nd May 2023
Ballymac 1-09 Legion 1-07
A really hard-fought encounter in Killarney where strong defending and robust tackling was very much to the fore. In a game where scores were at a premium we started well and had a goal from Jill Quirke and a pointed free from Roisin Rahilly. Legion fought back and scored 1-02.
A Roisin point from play left the half time score 1-02 apiece. Management made some positional switches at the break which helped the team balance for the second half.
We again started the second half well and two Ella Quirke points followed by one from Eve Creedon. However, credit to fought back with two of their own. It was nip and tuck from there on with our defence playing really well when asked the hard questions. Kerry also had a super save to keep us ahead.
Heroic defence from Niamh Rahilly, Anna Collins, Ciara Kerins and Rachel Griffin kept us ahead. An amazing energetic performance from Keelin Enright from midfield where she covered every blade of grass took a lot of pressure off our defence also.
We finished the game well with points from Ella, Lisa Curran, Roisin and Jill left the score 1-09 to 1-07 at the final whistle.
Overall, a hard-fought victory on a night when we were missing a number of players. Massive credit to the 16 who togged out and especially Kate O Connor who was under the weather but came to ensure we had an option from the bench.
TEAM: Kerry Hennessy, Anna Collins, Niamh Rahilly, Laura Kelly, Ciara Kerins, Una Kerins, Rachel Griffin, Keelin Enright, Ellie McElligott, Caoimhe Carroll, Roisin Rahilly (0-03), Lisa Curran (0-01), Ella Quirke (0-03), Eve Creedon (0-01), Jill Quirke (1-01)
SUB: Kate O Connor
North Kerry Development Squads
It was a busy weekend for our players involved with the development squads
Under 16s played Mayo we had Stephen Turner, Jack Joy, Eoin Moriarty and Mairtin Mc Kivergan,
Under 15s we had Eoghan Joy who was captain for the day.
Under 14s Jack Collins made his Kerry debut when they played Kildare
As a club we are very proud of all these boys and wish them well on the various panels
Ballymac minor team.
Minor Boys
Ballymac GAA -v- Austin Stacks Minor Central Region – Final – Div 2
Ballymacelligott GAA 2-07 (13) Austin Stacks 0-12
Our Minor team played in the final of the Central Region Division 2 competition in glorious early summer conditions in Strand Road on Monday Evening, May 22nd.
In the first half, it was a nip and tuck affair with Ballymac going into an early 3-point lead with some fine score taking by Micheal Savage. Subsequently, it was Jamie Burke who found the back of the net to help drive us on.
However, it was Austin Stacks who controlled the ball in the latter period of the first half and brought us back level at the interval on a scoreline of 1-3 to 0-6.
The second half started in a similar cagey fashion with both teams testing each other’s defence at various periods. The ever-industrious Jack Joy found the back of the net to help boost our chances.
However, Stacks, nearing the end of the game took the lead for the first time but our fellas never gave up with some fantastic fielding from our captain Cathal White & Eoin Moriarty.
Second Half substitute, Luke Silles, on his return from injury, popped over a bullet of a leveller to ensure all in attendance was in for a grand stand finish.
In as dramatic of a finish to a game as you will see, Jack Joy, got fouled near 45 yards out and placed the ball on the surface and took on the responsibility of taking on the kick which turned out to be the last kick of the game.
With nerves of steel, Jack popped the ball over the black spot ensuring victory in heart stopping fashion. The scenes that followed will live long in the memory for any Ballymac person in attendance.
Congratulations to the boys on an outstanding, hard-fought victory. The club is immensely proud of you and your campaign! Ballymac ABU!!
Jack Joy (1-03), Micheal Savage (0-3) Jamie Burke (1-00), Luke Silles (0-01)
Team on the night; 1. Cian Harris, 2. Maurice Harrington, 3. Thomas Leen, 4. Sam Slattery, 5. Conal Savage, 6. Cathal White (C), 7. Micheal O’Connor, 8. Shane Gilroy, 9. Eoin Moriarty, 10. Ciaran O’Connell, 11. Mairtin Mc Kivergan, 12. Gearoid Healy, 13. Micheal Savage, 14. Jamie Burke, 15. Jack Joy 17. Luke Griffin, 18. Alex Riordan, 19. Evan O’Brien, 20. Luke Silles 21. Eoghan Joy
U16 Girls
Wishing all the under 16 girls who are sitting their junior cert exams in the next few weeks the very best of luck
U15 Boys
County League Division 9 Final
Ballymac 4-14 Listowel 4-3
In a free flowing and sporting game of football, Ballymac came out on top in a game that truthfully, we fully deserved to win.
A comfortable half time lead of 2-7 to 1-1, was reflective of the superiority of our lads. However, it must be said that in this half Listowel were a bit wasteful up front and had a lot of wides. Add to this some resolute defending by our boys. Also, and more importantly, our custodian Jack Lynch pulled off 3 tremendous saves. Had these gone in???
The 2nd half saw Ballymac play some fantastic football on both ends of the pitch and our lead was extended.
Listowel to their credit, never gave in and went searching for goals. They eventually breached our cover once…., then again…and then again!!
Game on! 8 points in it…could they get another? No said our boys, we knuckled down, saw out the game, and the refs whistle sounded much to the delight of our boys and supporters.
For the majority of this team, this victory was made all the sweeter, because of all the heartbreaks experienced over the last number of years. A fitting and just reward for this talented bunch.
Thanks to our loyal supporters, to a sporting Listowel team and management and to St Pats for the use of their fine facilities. Thanks also to Billy who reffed the game very well.
Graham West and Kyran Boyle accepted the trophy on behalf of the team.
A number of injuries and school tours meant we only had the bare 1 5.
But it’s quality, not quantity
Team 1. Jack Lynch…solid as a rock. Kept us in it with top class saves and his kick outs were on the money. Most improved player on our squad by far.
2. Kyran Boyle…joint captain, showed tremendous character when faced with injury. A warrior on our team. Played really well.
3. Fionn Enright…so dependable, Fionn puts in near perfect games every time he plays. Is growing in confidence and potential.
4. Gearoid OConnor…had an outstanding game and only u1 3!! Tackled and carried with ease. A good player with a bright future.
5. Daniel Moriarty…quality, energy, skill…his qualities are endless. Another u13 player who had an excellent game.
6. Jackson Brosnan…a candidate for man of the match. Jackson’s ability to read the game is unparalleled. Combine this with his natural strength and skill, and you see why he is so good.
7. Conor McCarthy…another man of the match candidate. Bossed his man from start to finish, carried the ball very well and set up our forwards to score. Chipped in with 2 quality points. Excellent game.
8. Jack Collins…head and shoulders above everybody else, it’s easy to see why he has been recently selected on development squad. Dominated the middle, scored at will and set up his team mates for scores time and again. Finished with an incredible 2-9!
9. Cian Gilroy…played really well in the 1st half, but it was the 2nd half where we saw his true self. 1 of the best readers of the game on our team, his positional sense thwarted many dangerous Listowel attacks. After a tough couple of weeks for Cian and his family, this was thoroughly deserving.
10. Seadhna O’Brien…worked tirelessly on the wing getting up and down the pitch. Seamlessly slotted into the backs when we went down to 14 men, and though he may not have been our top scorer, his high work rate was a huge factor in the winning of the game.
11. Ryan Burke…played a very very smart game. Linked extremely well with his defence and carried the ball with great efficiency and confidence.
12. Graham West…joint captain and 1 of Graham’s best games. Caught, tackled, passed and scored. Kicked 2 good points. Should be very proud of his performance.
13. Shane Cassidy… Shane has developed a habit of getting goals in every match…and tonight was no different!!…. chipping the keeper for a goal in the 2nd half to add to his personal tally.
14. Conor Lynch…another player with a high football IQ, Conor brought all players around him into it with unselfish passing. Got his goal, deservingly so, in 2nd half.
1 5. Tadhg OConnor…another u13 player who did very well for himself. Not fazed by the big pitch or older players, he even chipped in with a point too.
Injured/ unavailable; Darragh McMahon, Liam O’RahiIIy, Cathal Carr, Gearoid Joy, Eric Quirke, Harvey Leen
U13 Boys
Ballymac u13 Blue Team played away to Ballyduff in our 3rd Game of Phase 2 of the County League.
Having won our two previous games, another win would ensure we topped Div 5B and qualified for County Semi-final.
In the first half we played into a strong breeze as well as up an incline. While we dominated possession, we found it hard to get good ball into our full forwards and Ballyduff were defending their goals well.
Ballyduff were linking play well and kicked some nice points from play. A great save from Flynn Boyle kept us in the game as Ballyduff were picking off points from frees and play. Strong performances from Daniel, Harvey and Gearoid Joy amongst others kept the halftime score to 8 pts to 2 pts in Ballyduff’s favour.
From the throw we picked up the intensity well in the second half. We won most of Ballyduff’s kickouts and starting eating into their lead. Points from Adrian, Harvey, Jack and Aidan had us right back in contention.
Another point blank save by Flynn meant the home team only registered one point in the second half as we had the lion’s share of possession. Eric and Patrick were working tirelessly and linking play well.
The key score came with about 5 mins to go when Darragh followed up on a shot by Harvey and buried it to the back of the net. The insurance point came from Jack Hobbart and at the final whistle we had dug out a good result. Final scoreline 1-8 to 9 pts
The boys now await their opponents in league semi-final
Coiste na nÓg
U11 Boys
U11 Boys are due to play Kerins O’Rahillys this Thursday 1st of June away in Ballyrickard at 18.30 in the County league Go Games phase 2.
U9 Boys
Go games continued this Sunday in Ballymac where we welcomed Austin Stacks. The boys played 2 matches each showing both great defending and attacking skills throughout.
All the lads are improving with every game. Keep up the practice at home and thanks to all the parents who came along. Also, Thanks to Niall and Kate for refereeing.
Training continues next Sunday as normal.
Under 7s.
Academy
U7 boys & girls
U7’s had their first go game against Currow on Saturday. Over 30 boys and girls from Ballymac participated and showed some great skills. All enjoyed the games.
Huge thanks to all the coaches for their time and commitment each Sunday morning.
The club really appreciates it.
Health & Wellbeing
GAA for all in Ballymac will welcome our Little Stars 🌟 back in the coming weeks. This is a fun, interactive, and sociable programme for children with additional needs aged between 5 years – 12 years. If you have any queries in advance, contact Tina on 0871811249.
Ballymac Mothers and Others have changed their training time to 7pm on Tuesdays at the training pitch. All new members are welcome to come along and give it a go!
Our Ballymac Mothers and others had a tough challenge against Newmarket on Friday evening, well done to all our ladies who donned the Ballymac Jersey with pride.
Lotto
The Lotto is our main source of funding in the club. We appreciate all who support us weekly as we endeavour to cover costs such as insurance, affiliations, equipment and so forth. Our annual lotto ticket is now available to purchase online via Clubforce at a cost of €100.
Thanks to all for your support, it is appreciated.
Lotto 22.05.23
On Monday 22nd May, Oonagh O Rahilly and Angela Lenihan conducted the lotto draw. The Numbers drawn were: 1, 3, 20, 25.
There was no winner of this week’s Jackpot of 2,800. Congratulations to the lucky dip winners this week:
€30.00 – Padraig McGillicuddy, Ballygarry House c/o Paula Silles. Annual Ticket holder.
€20.00 – Sandra Burke, Ballinorig. Annual Ticket Holder.
€20.00 – Siobhan Leen, Kielduff. Annual Ticket holder.
Next week’s Jackpot is 2,900 and the draw will take place on Monday 29th May. Play Ball Lotto Ticket sales close at 6 pm sharp.
Tickets can be purchased by clicking here
https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=2258&PC=0&RP=#Anchor
or from our regular sellers Paula Silles, Gene O’Keeffe, and Maureen O Shea.
Quick Pick Envelopes are available at The Half Way Shop, O Riada’s Bar, C.A. Galvin Ltd and Clifford Tractor Parts. Simply pop 5euro into the envelope with your name and contact details. We’ll generate a quick pick of 3 lines for you! You will be automatically entered into the draw. It couldn’t be easier! The closing time for entries will be 4 pm on Mondays to facilitate the draw.
