HURLING MATCH REPORT FOR Under 5/6/7 YRS AT FERRYBANK GAA Grounds AT 10.00 AM The Ferrybank Under 5/6/7 Panel had their near neighbours Slieverue GAA Club over for a well anticipated friendly. This was played on the field on Saturday 12th July 2008 at 10and -11.00am.
Team: Kian Byrne, Adam O’Grady, James Tyler, Luke Butler, Jack Haley, Reece McDonald, Gavin Fox, Theo Kavanagh, Jack O’Brien-Moran, Dillion McDonald,Dillion Smith,Ben Fitzpatrick, Charlie Hoban, Eihnon Burns,Cody Griffin,The players played their part in a epic match against Slieverue U-6/7 in a full game setting with markers assigned and game faces evident. The concentration and play was intense with little give and take for long periods in the first half from strong Ferrybank pressure which led to the first goal from which the whole team can take a clap on the back. During this period our goal keeper made numerous saves to deny Slieverue but an equalising goal was recorded just before half time from a strong shot from a midfield player. The second half started in a hectic pace. It was the first experience of this for many players under 5/6. It was a great turn out for the Club and good to see so many new faces proudly representing the Club wearing the colours for the first time with great support from their parents.
A second goal was conceded but this galvanised the Ferrybank team with older heads leading the way back to equalise late on in the match which was the finishing score of a draw 2 all. The parents and grand parents watching saw a thrilling match played in fine spirit and if any relations passed on are viewing from on high, they would smile with pride seeing this new generation of Ferrybank players following in the traditions of the Club and Peadar Ahern (Peadar Ahern Camp 21/7/08 to 25/7/08 see website for application) in Community effort and togetherness in the village.
Good ball skills were on show and each week sees better co-ordination from practice which will re-affirm the training given. Every challenge was clean and great heart was shown especially by our smaller participants. Playing for the first time. It was a team effort and everyone can take a clap on the back being able to express their excitement. Special thanks to all the parents (especially the mothers and
friends ) who got the kids to the venue as we could not do this without your support. A special mention for the Ferrybank Boys & Girl’s School 1st/2nd/Senior & Junior infant class e.t.c which comprises the majority of the team and the good discipline and teamwork shown is a credit to their parents and teachers Ms. Doolin and Ms. Ryan (Boys) School and the Girls School(Ms. Egan/Ms.Quinlan/Ms. Walsh/Ms.Fogarty – mentors involved in this core group of up and coming talented players. Coaches on the sideline for the day John Haley, Fintan Byrne, John Burns.Each week a Player profile will be done to enlighten readers about their Senior players of the future and their concerns. Profile Corner as follows:Adam O’Grady Aged 6.What is your favaourite GAA team: Waterford GAA HurlingWhat do you like about playing GAA Hurling/Football? Winning the MatchAnyone in your family ever play GAA Hurling/Football? Uncle Played for Gaultier What is your favourite sports team at the moment? Manchester UnitedWhats your favaourit food? Chicken Nuggets/ChipsFavourite TV Programme? SimpsonsFavourite Toy: Playstaion III
Kian Byrne Aged 6.What is your favaourite GAA team: Waterford/ FerryBank GAAWhat do you like about playing GAA Hurling/Football? Kicking in Gaelic Football/ScoringAnyone in your family ever play GAA Hurling/Football? Grand-Father Charles Byrne Played for Buffers Alley Club in Wexford and was a lifelong Wexford GAA Supporter.What is your favourite sports team at the moment? Manchester UnitedWhats your favaourit food? Chicken Nuggets/BurgersFavourite TV Programme? Drake & Josh/Ben 10/SimpsonsFavourite Toy: PlaystationIt was great to see the difference in ball lift & striking of the ball skills displayed after only a few sessions in our New Outdoor Hurling Alley (Astro Surface) across from Post Office & down Abbeylands Road on right every Wenesday 6.30-730 & Saturday 10-11am €2 for both sessions with qualified coaches. If you want to see your son/daughter get involved in team sports and meet new friends now is the time to do it. Any one interested in getting times and contact details can go on to Ferrybank GAA website through WWW.FerrybankGAA.com. Parents/Mentors looking to get involved or have a spare hour or two can contact Coaching Co-ordinator John Burns 087-8717039 or Fintan Byrne on 087-2364576, we will provide training courses/Info sessions for any parents interested.
Team: Kian Byrne, Adam O’Grady, James Tyler, Luke Butler, Jack Haley, Reece McDonald, Gavin Fox, Theo Kavanagh, Jack O’Brien-Moran, Dillion McDonald,Dillion Smith,Ben Fitzpatrick, Charlie Hoban, Eihnon Burns,Cody Griffin,The players played their part in a epic match against Slieverue U-6/7 in a full game setting with markers assigned and game faces evident. The concentration and play was intense with little give and take for long periods in the first half from strong Ferrybank pressure which led to the first goal from which the whole team can take a clap on the back. During this period our goal keeper made numerous saves to deny Slieverue but an equalising goal was recorded just before half time from a strong shot from a midfield player. The second half started in a hectic pace. It was the first experience of this for many players under 5/6. It was a great turn out for the Club and good to see so many new faces proudly representing the Club wearing the colours for the first time with great support from their parents.
A second goal was conceded but this galvanised the Ferrybank team with older heads leading the way back to equalise late on in the match which was the finishing score of a draw 2 all. The parents and grand parents watching saw a thrilling match played in fine spirit and if any relations passed on are viewing from on high, they would smile with pride seeing this new generation of Ferrybank players following in the traditions of the Club and Peadar Ahern (Peadar Ahern Camp 21/7/08 to 25/7/08 see website for application) in Community effort and togetherness in the village.
Good ball skills were on show and each week sees better co-ordination from practice which will re-affirm the training given. Every challenge was clean and great heart was shown especially by our smaller participants. Playing for the first time. It was a team effort and everyone can take a clap on the back being able to express their excitement. Special thanks to all the parents (especially the mothers and
friends ) who got the kids to the venue as we could not do this without your support. A special mention for the Ferrybank Boys & Girl’s School 1st/2nd/Senior & Junior infant class e.t.c which comprises the majority of the team and the good discipline and teamwork shown is a credit to their parents and teachers Ms. Doolin and Ms. Ryan (Boys) School and the Girls School(Ms. Egan/Ms.Quinlan/Ms. Walsh/Ms.Fogarty – mentors involved in this core group of up and coming talented players. Coaches on the sideline for the day John Haley, Fintan Byrne, John Burns.Each week a Player profile will be done to enlighten readers about their Senior players of the future and their concerns. Profile Corner as follows:Adam O’Grady Aged 6.What is your favaourite GAA team: Waterford GAA HurlingWhat do you like about playing GAA Hurling/Football? Winning the MatchAnyone in your family ever play GAA Hurling/Football? Uncle Played for Gaultier What is your favourite sports team at the moment? Manchester UnitedWhats your favaourit food? Chicken Nuggets/ChipsFavourite TV Programme? SimpsonsFavourite Toy: Playstaion III
Kian Byrne Aged 6.What is your favaourite GAA team: Waterford/ FerryBank GAAWhat do you like about playing GAA Hurling/Football? Kicking in Gaelic Football/ScoringAnyone in your family ever play GAA Hurling/Football? Grand-Father Charles Byrne Played for Buffers Alley Club in Wexford and was a lifelong Wexford GAA Supporter.What is your favourite sports team at the moment? Manchester UnitedWhats your favaourit food? Chicken Nuggets/BurgersFavourite TV Programme? Drake & Josh/Ben 10/SimpsonsFavourite Toy: PlaystationIt was great to see the difference in ball lift & striking of the ball skills displayed after only a few sessions in our New Outdoor Hurling Alley (Astro Surface) across from Post Office & down Abbeylands Road on right every Wenesday 6.30-730 & Saturday 10-11am €2 for both sessions with qualified coaches. If you want to see your son/daughter get involved in team sports and meet new friends now is the time to do it. Any one interested in getting times and contact details can go on to Ferrybank GAA website through WWW.FerrybankGAA.com. Parents/Mentors looking to get involved or have a spare hour or two can contact Coaching Co-ordinator John Burns 087-8717039 or Fintan Byrne on 087-2364576, we will provide training courses/Info sessions for any parents interested.
