INTERMEDIATE HURLING:
The Intermediate hurlers were narrowly defeated by Ballyduff Upper in the final of the All-County Division 3 Hurling League in Dungarvan GAA grounds last Saturday afternoon on a scoreline of 2-13 to 2-12.
It was a low scoring opening half, with both sides sharing the opening six points, with Mark O’ Brien scoring the three Ferrybank points. Cormac Heffernan gave Ferrybank the lead for the first time with a point. Moments later, a fine run by Ruadhri McGarrity saw him being bundled over in the square, and from the resulting penalty, Mark O’ Brien dispatched it high into the net to extend the lead. Both sides were guilty of a number of wides in the opening half, with passes also going astray. Both sides exchanged a point each just before the break to leave it 1-05 to 0-5 in Ferrybank’s favour.
Three early points from Mark O’ Brien (including a fine sideline) extended the lead, but Ballyduff Upper’s running game was beginning to cause Ferrybank’s defence a few problems, which saw them get in for two quick goals in three minutes to reduce the gap. A fine point from Ruadhri McGarrity pushed the lead out to two, but Ballyduff Upper began to get on top and hit seven unanswered points to quickly open up a five-point lead. Another Mark O’ Brien point reduced the gap, and deep into injury time Cormac Heffernan was first to react to a loose ball and put the sliothar into the net to just leave a point in it. One last chance failed to yield the levelling score, as the men in red held out to claim the win.
The team will learn a lot from this game, where they hit a number of wides, and a crucial second-half period saw Ballyduff Upper out score them, but they kept battling away to the end. Thanks to all who came down and supported the team on the day.
UNDER 13 HURLING:
Ferrybank/Sacred Heart combined team suffered a narrow one point defeat last Wednesday as they were defeated by Cois Bhride in Tallow on a scoreline of 6-04 to 4-09. This coming Wednesday, the team makes the trip to play Passage at 7pm.
MINOR HURLING:
Our Minor hurlers were well defeated by a much stronger De La Salle side last Tuesday in Gracedieu, while on Sunday morning, in their final league, saw themselves and St. Saviours share the spoils 3-05 to 1-11. Goals from Izaak, Shane and Adam saw the team grab a share of the spoils.
WELL KIDS:
Another excellent turnout for the Well Kids programme last weekend Well Kids happens every Saturday morning at 10am for children aged between 4 and 6 years of age. With good weather conditions playing their part, the kids enjoyed a fun filled morning of games and activities. This programme is open to everyone, and the main objective is for everybody to feel welcome by the club. It continues again next Saturday, and if anyone needs any details, please contact Kevin Kehoe 087 901 8467.
UNDER 6 CAMOGIE:
Our U6 Camogie side played Slieverue last Wednesday. There was plenty of excitement and goalmouth action throughout the game, as both sides displayed excellent skills on the night. Well done girls, keep up the good work.
TEAM: Natasha, Ella, Alice, Evie, Eabha, Lara, Daisy, Magaret, Katie (captain), Shiloh.
UNDER 8 CAMOGIE:
Our U8 Camogie team welcomed De La Salle to the field last Wednesday. With both sides fielding two teams, four matches took place, and all games were fiercely contested with little or nothing to separate the sides. It was another excellent display from the teams, and the effort in training is now paying dividends.
TEAMS: Anna, Amber, Sophie, Layla, Saoirse J, Allanah, Maeliosa, Phoebe, Katie, Amy, Savannah, Poppy, Zoey, Olivia, Saoirse M, Nadia.
It’s off to Cappoquin next Saturday morning for a blitz.
DÉISE DRAW:
We had one winner in the second Déise Draw that took place last Wednesday night, and congratulations to Pat Sinnott who won €200.
Again, thanks to all who have purchase tickets, and the next draw takes place on Wednesday, July 13th.
COUNTY DUTY:
No joy for the Waterford Senior and Junior Camogie teams last weekend, as they were defeated by Cork and Clare respectively. The club was represented on the Senior team by Iona Heffernan and Doxer Burns (Coach) and Valerie O’ Brien was involved with the Junior team.
Our Under 8 Camogie side played in the half-time blitz last Saturday evening at Walsh Park against Ballyduff, giving another excellent display for all to see; Saoirse W, Zoey, Layla, Maeliosa, Savannah, Amy, Amber, Saoirse J, Poppy, Nadia, Margaret, Saoirse M (Capt).
DEVELOPMENT:
The club grounds will be out of use for all field activities including the hurling alley until Wednesday, June 22nd in order for the development to commence.
PEADAR’S SUMMER CAMP:
After two years of inactivity, the 29th running of Peadar’s Summer Camp will take place from Monday July 18th to Friday, July 22nd, running from 10am to 2pm daily. The week will consist of learning and practising the skills of hurling and football. The summer camp is open to children aged between 5 and 15 years of age.
Once again, this event is kindly sponsored by Keltech Engineering, and a special word of thanks to Ray Breen and his staff for his continued sponsorship. The fee for the summer camp is €30 per child & will include the popular summer camp t-shirt.
Application forms can be obtained from this link. We are currently looking for volunteers to help out, and if you are over the age of 16, please contact Breda Russell 087-9772241, Sheila Doyle 086-8538759, Rosemary Heffernan 087-7982990. Application forms for those interested in volunteering at the summer camp can be obtained from here. There will be a coaching session for all volunteers on Saturday, July 16th.
Lastly, prior to the start of the camp, a benefit night will take place on Friday, July 8th in the Village Bar/Briar Rose, where Celtic Freedom will be playing on the night. Tickets cost €2, and all proceeds go toward the cost involved in running the camp and we would encourage everyone to support this night out.
CONDOLENCES:
Ferrybank GAA Club would like to express our sincere sympathy to the family of the late Paddy Burtchaell, who sadly passed away last Wednesday in Dublin. Ar Dheis de go raibh a h-anam.
NEW VENTURE:
The club would like to wish the very best of luck to Aisling Flynn on setting up her new business as a qualified Athletic therapist. Aisling is based in Kilmurray Lane, Slieverue X91KXW0, and will focus specifically on bones, cartilage, ligaments, tendons etc. To make an appointment, please call or text Aisling on 087 332 9685.
