Inter County
Well done to Hugo Healy and the Tipperary minor team on their victory over Cork in the All-Ireland semi-final.
Senior
In the first round of the North championship, we play Roscrea this Saturday, 20th June, in Nenagh, at 7.00pm.
Junior ‘A’
MacDonaghs reached the Division 5 County League final after a hard-fought one-point win over a useful Cashel side in MacDonagh Park. When Shane Hodgins, blew the final whistle, the scoreboard read 0-22 to 1-18 on favour of the home side. For much of the match, however, the visitors looked the more likely winners as Kilruane were not firing on all cylinders.
Cormac Kennedy opened the scoring with a point inside the first minute. Cashel hit back with a goal as the sliotar was whipped to the net after a goalmouth scramble. The West team had the upper hand for the remainder of the half and led by 1-9 to 0-6 at the break. They were more efficient in front of goal in contrast to the Magpies who hit ten wides in the opening half.
Brian O’Meara floated oved a free when action commenced, but Cashel tightened their grip on the game and opened up an eight-point gap. Things were looking ominous for MacDonaghs, but they kept plugging away and reduced the deficit to four down the home straight. The odds were still stacked in favour of Cashel, but Kilruane built up a head of steam and scored the last five points without reply. Kevin Naughnane hit the winner from a long-range free after a foul on Seamus Hennessy. Cashel had a chance to equalise from a free, but the mishit effort dropped short and was cleared to safety. It was a gritty performance by the team to clinch a spot in the Bannon Cup final where Ballybacon Grange will provide the opposition on Tuesday, 23rd June, in Holycross, at 7.30pm.
Team: Kevin Naughnane (0-1 free), Paul Molloy, Eanna Hogan, David O’Sullivan, Paddy Ryan, Eoin Hogan, Cormac Doheny, Cathal England, Cormac Kennedy, Eoin Carroll, Mark O’Neill, Fiachradh Ahearne Woods, Conor Cleary, Brian O’Meara, Charlie Kennedy. Subs: Eamonn Coonan, Seamus Hennnessy.
In the first round of the North championship, we play Kiladangan, this Friday, 19th June, in Toomevara, at 7.30pm.
Under 10
We headed to Borrisoleigh last Friday to play the home team in a mixed hurling and football Blitz. Thanks to Borris-Ileigh for hosting.
Under 8
We hosted Moneygall on Saturday in MacDonagh Park. It was a glorious morning for hurling with some fantastic skill, effort and teamwork on display. Thanks to Moneygall for travelling. Well done to the players who participated and represented their clubs so well.
Under 6
We held our first Blitz of the year in MacDonagh Park last Saturday with Kilruane MacDonaghs, Lorrha and Portroe participating. The favourable weather helped make it a thoroughly enjoyable occasion for the players and spectators. Thanks to Lorrha and Portroe for travelling.
Cumann na mBunscol
Cloughjordan NS U11 team played in the ‘C’ County final in Semple Stadium. They gave a very good account of themselves but had to give second best to Upperchurch.
Cúl Camps
The annual Cúl Camps will be held in MacDonagh Park from 6th to 10th July and from 20th to 24th July. The Camps are open to boys and girls aged 6 to 13. The cost is €82.50 for the first child, €75 for the second child and €65 for third and subsequent children. Book your place on www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie
Walkathon
Kilruane MacDonaghs has launched an exciting new community Walkathon Fundraiser, “40 Miles for 40 Years,” to mark the 40th anniversary of the club’s All-Ireland Club Championship victory and to invest in the future of the parish. The fundraiser will support the development of a new pitch and a 1km community walking track, facilities that will benefit the wider community for generations to come. The club is calling on all members of the community — young and old - at home and abroad to get involved and support the campaign. Individuals, families, teams, and local businesses can take ownership of a mile and contribute through sponsorship and fundraising efforts. Anyone interested in participating or supporting the initiative is encouraged to contact any committee member for further details.
Lotto
The jackpot stands at €8,000. Tickets are available from the usual outlets, or you can play on ClubSpot. Thanks for your continued support.
Bingo
The weekly Bingo session continues on Saturday night in the Fr. O’Meara Centre, Kilruane at 8.00pm. The jackpot is €1,350.
