COUNTY HURLING LEAGUE:
Our Senior hurlers played out an entertaining draw with Tallow in their latest league game in Dungarvan last Friday night.
Played in lovely sunny conditions, the Tallow men raced into a three-point lead, but a fine flowing move involving Mark O’ Brien and Robbie Carew saw the ball transferred to Ruaidhri McGarrity and he made no mistake from close range. Moments later, a second goal arrived following a mazy run from Neil O’ Sullivan and he drilled a low shot into the corner of the net. From then on, both sides enjoyed a period of points with contributions from Mark O’ Brien (5), Neil O’Sullivan, Ruaidhri McGarrity ensuring the lads lead narrowly 2-08 to 0-11 at the break.
Both sides exchanged scores quickly in the second half, with Jay Bagge and MJ Sutton pointing. Fyrther points from Mark O’ Brien and Jay Bagge opened up a four-point lead for Ferrybank. Tallow, like in the opening half, enjoyed a purple patch and replied with four points to level it. Moments later, a fast-flowing move from Tallow saw them open up the Ferrybank defence to score their first goal. Credit to the lads however, as they kept going with points from MJ Sutton and Mark O’ Brien. Entering the final closing moments, a third goal arrived which saw Mark ship a few tackles, had a look up, and delivered a quick ball to Robbie Carew, who turned his man, and scored from close range.
However, straight from the puck out, Ferrybank lost possession and a quick counter attack from Tallow, and they made no mistake in planting the ball into the net. Tallow regained the lead close to full time, but a late free awarded to Ferrybank saw Izaak Richards step up and from the half-way line, he made no mistake putting the ball over the bar to level it up on a scoreline of 3-18 to 2-21.
A useful run out for the team, and this coming Friday, they play Clonea away at 7:30pm in their final league match.
DÉISE DRAW:
Living abroad? You can still enter the Déise Draw if you’re living away from home. Simply click on this link and nominate Ferrybank GAA club.
The Déise Draw will commence again this year starting on July 12th, with the first draw being broadcast live on WLR. Similar to last year, there will be six draws between July and November, with the 1st prize a nice €10k, 2nd prize €3k, 3rd prize €2k, all the way down to number 16.
Over €126k in prize money will be distributed in the Déise Draw, and as usual, there will be bonus prizes and holiday vouchers along the way.
The Déise Draw has been a vital source of income for Ferrybank GAA club over the last number of years, as 70% of the income is retained by the club itself, which goes towards the day-to-day running of the club’s expenditure.
Tickets for the six draws cost €100, and once again, we ask everyone associated with the club to show your support and purchase a Déise Draw ticket, which can be obtained by contacting Nicky Heffernan 087-6724212, or any committee member.
COUNTY DUTY:
Well done to Iona Heffernan and the Waterford Senior Camogie team on defeating Limerick in Walsh Park last Saturday afternoon. Next up is a trip to near-neighbours Kilkenny this coming Saturday. Also at Walsh Park, Ferrybank U10 Camogie side represented the club for the Go Games at half time, and afterwards they met up with the Waterford players for a meet and greet.
UNDER 13 HURLING:
Ferrybank U13 hurlers are in action this coming Wednesday, June 5th with a home game against Tramore at 7pm.
UNDER 12 CAMOGIE:
Our U12 Camogie side hosted Gailtír last Friday night in the GAA grounds, with two matches taking place. In front of a big crowd, the girls put on a great show, displaying excellent skill levels, and taking some nice scores during the game, which no doubt will please the coaches, as the season progresses. Thanks to Gailtír for coming over.
EXAMS:
Hard to believe it’s that time of the year again, and this coming Wednesday will see the start of the Junior and Leaving Cert exams, and Ferrybank GAA club would like to wish everyone the very best of luck.
WELL!KIDS:
The Well!Kids programme continues this coming Saturday morning from 10am to 11am. This is open to boys and girls aged between 4-7. It’s free to attend, where equipment can be provided if needs be. The emphasis is based on fun, and learning our game in a fun, but safe environment.
