COUNTY HURLING LEAGUE:
The Kearney’s Catering sponsored All-County Hurling League was up and running at the weekend, and Ferrybank welcomed Ballygunner over for their opening game of this year’s competition.
Played in glorious weather, there was little to separate both sides in the opening half. Early points from Mark O’Brien and Robbie Carew got the hosts off to a good start, but Ballygunner with some quick passes got in behind the Ferrybank defence to score a goal, which proved to be the only goal of the game. As the opening half went on, both sides traded points, with contributions from Mark O’Brien, Luke Flynn, Caolan MacCathmhaoil, Ruadhri McGarrity, and Shane Oates ensuring Ferrybank edged it at the break by 0-10 to 1-06.
Ballygunner began to get the upper hand in the second half, testing the Ferrybank defence, and a great save in the goal from Cormac O’Driscoll prevented a second goal, but as the game wore on, six unanswered scores from Ballygunner was key to the result, as they closed out a 1-17 to 0-14 win.
A very useful workout for the team, and they now make the trip to play Ballyduff Upper this coming Saturday, April 12th with a 7:30pm throw-in.
UNDER 15 FOOTBALL:
The combined Ferrybank/Erin’s Own team qualified for the final of the Morris’ DIY sponsored competition with a thrilling win over a spirited Ballyduff Upper team last Wednesday in Poleberry.
Trailing by 10 points at the break, it didn’t look good, but credit to the team, as they rolled up their sleeves and turned that deficit into a six-point win, winning on a scoreline of 5-09 to 5-03.
It’s now onto the final, where the date has yet to be confirmed.
UNDER 12 HURLING:
Our Under 12 hurlers got their season underway last Friday, where they welcomed Mount Sion to the field, and following a good game of hurling, the lads ran out worthy winners on the night.
The boys played some nice hurling throughout, and got some lovely scores to cap off a good night’s work. Well done lads, and next up, is another home game this coming Friday, April 11th at 6:30pm where they play Ballygunner, and once again, all support will be welcomed.
TEAM: Cody, Leon, Oisin, Darragh K, Oscar, Matthew, Jackson, Jake, Harvey, Conor B, Darragh M.
SPEEDY RECOVERY:
Ferrybank GAA club would like to wish Harry Sutton a swift and speedy recovery from an injury he picked up at the weekend.
UNDER 16 HURLING:
Ferrybank/Erin’s Own combined side will play Ballygunner in a challenge this coming Wednesday night at 6:45pm in Poleberry, and all support welcomed.
TRAINING TIMES:
With the evenings getting brighter and brighter by the minute, training times for the week for the Under 9/10 hurlers, Tuesday, and Thursday from 6pm to 7pm.
Under 11/12 hurlers also Tuesday and Thursday from 6pm to 7pm, Under 13/14 Tuesday and Thursday 6pm to 7pm.
While Under 6/7/8 hurling training is on Wednesday and Friday from 6pm to 7pm, and new members are most welcome to come down and give it a go, where hurleys and helmets are provided.
CAMOGIE/COUNTY DUTY:
Hard luck to Paul Martin and Roisin Oates, along with Ava, who are part of the management team with the Waterford Under 23 Camogie team that were defeated by Tipperary in the Munster semi-final at Colligan GAA grounds last Sunday morning.
Hard luck also to Ciara and Megan who are part of the Waterford Under 16 Camogie team that were defeated by Limerick in Kilmallock last Saturday afternoon in the All-Ireland Development Series.
While well done to the Ferrybank U14 Camogie side that recorded a good win over Brickey Rangers in their opening league game last Wednesday evening, while the Adult Camogie side got their league season off to a winning start last Saturday evening defeating St Anne's.
CLOTHING COLLECTION:
The Clothing collection for the year ahead is now up and running, and once the following items are welcomed to be brought down. Clothes, Curtains, Paired Shoes. But once again, we kindly ask people NOT to bring down PILLOWS OR DUVETS. You can drop them down on a week night between 7-8pm and Saturday and Sunday 10am to 12noon.
WIN A HOUSE IN WATERFORD:
The Waterford GAA supporters club is thrilled to announce the launch of ‘Win a House in Waterford’ fundraiser. This exciting initiative is designed to support vital areas of Waterford GAA, including youth development and infrastructure projects like the enhancement of Walsh Park.
Tickets cost €100 each, and are available from any committee member. 30% of each ticket sold goes directly back to supporting Ferrybank GAA club. The grand prize is a stunning new home built by Frisby homes, located in the highly sought-after Brookfield estate in Kilbarry, Waterford.
Alternatively, a cash prize of €335k is also available, plus many more special draws which will take place throughout. The main draw is scheduled to take place on May 6th, 2025.
