Seniors: Na Gaeil played Churchill in round 5 of the County League in Killeen on Saturday evening.
Na Gael were awarded a penalty on the 3rdminute but the resultant kick hit the butt of the post and was cleared by the Churchill defence.Na Gaeil opened the scoring after 5 minutes with a well taken goal from full forward Jamie Lowham.
This was followed by points from Kieran Donovan and Darragh Carmody (free) before Michael O Brien pulled one back for Churchill with a free.
Darragh Carmody scored another free for Na Gaeil before Jamie Lowham notched up his second goal after a good run by Jack Barry. Ian McCarthy had a fine point for Na Gaeil. Churchill scored the last two points of the half courtesy of midfielder Ciaran Crowley and an Ivan Parker free. Half time score; Na Gaeil 2-4; Churchill 0-3.
Mike Griffin and Ivan Parker exchanged points on the restart and then Shane Carey had a good point for Na Gaeil. Churchill were awarded a penalty 12 minutes into the half which was well put away by Ivan Parker.
The score now was Na Gaeil 2-6; Churchill 1-4. This score spurred on Churchill and they notched up the next two points through Ivan Parker and Garreth Walsh to leave a goal separating the sides with 13 minutes remaining.
Darragh Carmody had a pointed free for Na Gaeil and then in the 21st minute the referee awarded a penalty to Na Gaeil when Eoin Walsh was hauled down in the large parallelogram.
Darragh Carmody dispatched it to the net and this score put daylight between the sides. Michael O Brien put one over for Churchill before substitute Diarmaid Herlihy replied with one for Na Gaeil.
Darragh Carmody, Ian McCarthy and substitute Dylan Seymour put over the next 3 points for Na Gaeil. Ivan Parker had the last point for Churchill on 31 minutes. Final score; Na Gaeil: 3-11; Churchill: 1-8.
Na Gaeil: Timmy Culloty, Darragh Sheehy, Kieran Dineen, Dylan Brazil, Eoin O Neill, David Culloty, Kieran Donovan (0-1), Jack Barry, Dan O Connor, Eoin Walsh, Shane Carey (0-1), Ian McCarthy (0-2),Darragh Carmody (1-4) Jamie Lowham (2-0), Mike Griffin (0-1). Subs: Colm Lyons for David Culloty; Paul Daly for Eoin O Neill;
Seamie O Neill for Dan O Connor;Dylan Seymour (0-1) for Ian McCarthy; Diarmaid Herlihy (0-1)for Mike Griffin; Eoghain Sheehy for Darragh Sheehy.
Round 6 Na Gaeil play Valentia in Round 6 of the County League in this Saturday evening at 7.30pm in Valentia.
Na Gaeil u 16 team training in Banna on Sunday morning.
U 14 Na Gaeil U14’s won their second title of the season with a hard fought victory against Churchill last Monday evening in Blennerville. Na Gaeil made a bright start and went into the lead with two early points.
They didn’t take advantage of their early dominance and Churchill soon replied with three unanswered points to open a one point lead, however Na Gaeil immediately replied with their third point to level the match.
Both teams missed good scoring changes in the second quarter but Na Gaeil finished the half stronger and scored another four points to leave the half time score Na Gaeil 0-7, Churchill 0-3.
Churchill started the second half in a determined fashion and scored an early goal to leave one point between the teams.
However Na Gaeil didn’t allow Churchill to build on their early score and replied with the four points to open a five point lead. Churchill got the next two scores to leave three points between the teams after fifteen minutes of the second half.
As the game entered the final quarter, Na Gaeil began to dominate possession and scored another three points to extend their lead. They then got a goal to finally kill off the Churchill challenge.
As the game entered the final minutes Na Gaeil scored another goal and a point while Churchill replied with two points to leave the final score Na Gaeil 2-15, Churchill 1-7.
This was a hard fought victory and the final score line didn’t reflect the game. Na Gaeil finished the game strongly and deserved victory on the night. They can look forward in confidence to the Central Region and Feile competitions.
Panel: S Daly, S Ryan, T Walsh, L Kingston, T O’Hainiféin, E O’Connor, J O’Sullivan, O Maunsell, J Sheehan, J Fitzgerald, J Bourke, G Sheehy, D Burns, M Burke, J McCarthy, C Devine, T Reen, P Walsh, D Moriarty, J Roche, D Hendrickson, E Sheehy, C O’Neill, D O’Brien.
Our next game is against Glenbeigh in the Central Region Monday evening in Killeen at 7pm.
Thanks to everybody who supported our table quiz last Friday night after which the panel received their Féile gear. We must also thank our sponsors Terry’s Butchers & Spar Oakpark for their continued support.
U 12 The team had a well deserved rest from County League last week-end and so we look forward to the visit of Austin Stacks B this coming Sunday 19th June in our final game of the County League. Training continues Thursday at 6.30pm.
U 10 Our under 10 boys had a busy week last week. Many of them took part in the Community Games football on Monday 6th.
Then on Wednesday 8th we hosted the next round of the Town Board blitzes. We ended the week by hosting St. Pat’s under 10 team on Sunday 12th. Well done to all our boys and our coaches JJ and Ger. Please note we will have training this Thursday evening 16th at 6.30pm.
U 8 We had fantastic numbers for Sunday’s game against St Pats at Na Gaeil Pitch. Everyone got plenty of game time.
On Wednesday 15th our club will host the U8 Go-Games blitz. Please assemble at the pitch for 6.15pm for 6.30pm start. Please bring gum-shields and water. Check out The Na Gaeil Facebook page and see great photos of all the training sessions and games.
Na Gaeil Ladies Congratulations to Mary O Connell and Abi Casey who helped the Kerry U14 team to reach the All Ireland final by defeating Galway on Sunday. Well done to the Kerry U14 Team and Management on a great victory.
Cash For Clubs Na Gaeil is now registered in the ‘Topaz Cash for Clubs’ initiative. Any club Members who are also Topaz card holders are able to allocate tokens to the Club and help raise funds
Exams Best wishes to everybody that is sitting Junior and Leaving Certificate exams this week. We hope all goes well for you.
Na Gaeil Cycling Club Na Gaeil Cycling Club are now up and running with their full summer schedule: Monday and Wednesday nights at 6.15pm and Saturday mornings at 9am.ALL ARE WELCOME, high vis essential
Fir na Gaeil Light Football Training for Men who have retired from playing football and for those that have not played and would like to try it out. Very little skill is required. We train on Monday and Friday nights from 7.30 to 8.30pm. This is a great way to keep fit with light training, ball games and a bit of a laugh. Contact Eddie at 0876791460 for more info.
Mná Na Gaeil , We are a Gaelic for Mothers and Others team who come together and do a bit of exercise, football training and socialising. Anyone who would like to join are most welcome, No skills are required, just a good attitude and a sense for fun. We are out in the field on Wednesday nights and Saturday evenings. Boots or Runners are all that are required. Contact Eddie at 0876791460 for more info.
Lotto The draw for the jackpot of €3,800 took place on Tuesday evening last. Numbers drawn were 8, 16, 21, 27. There was no winner. €50 winners were Mossie Kelly, Driving Range and John Reen, Oyster Hall. €25 winners were Tony Kearney, Tubrid, Philip Manzor, Moyderwell, John Sweeney, Derrylea and Mike Roger O Sullivan, Currovough South. Next week’s lotto is worth €3,800 .All welcome for draw in club each Tuesday at 10.30pm.
Bingo Bingo is on every Monday night at 8.30pm sharp. We have prize money of over €1,000 guaranteed every week with a mini jackpot that increases fortnightly when not won. A door prize and a half-time raffle with lovely prizes will also take place every week.
A bus service is available at 087 2817577. You can ring this number for pick up and drop off. 100% of the funds raised go back directly into the club.
The bingo is run on a total voluntary basis and a huge thank you to all the parents who offer their time to run this vital fundraiser for the club. If anyone wants to donate a spot prize for our weekly bingo raffle, please leave it at the club house and mark it “Bingo”. Thanks to all our patrons who support this event on a weekly basis.
Cards: A card game is held every Wednesday night in the clubhouse. This is a very sociable occasion where you meet your friends for a great night’s entertainment and relaxation. Everyone from novice to senior will enjoy a relaxing game of 45.
