Allianz League
Well done to Craig Morgan and the Tipperary team on their victory over Clare in the final round of the Allianz League.
Senior
In the first round of the County League, we lost 0-19 to 0-17 against Drom & Inch in The Ragg. Manager Thomas Williams fielded a youthful side with five of the starting fifteen U19 and two more seeing action as substitutes. We hit the ground running and put the first three points on the board inside three minutes. John Campion got Drom off the mark with a free in the fourth minute. By the interval, the home side had forged into four-point lead with the scoreboard 0-12 to 0-8 in their favour. MacDonaghs took the game to Drom in the second period, and with three minutes of normal time left, the sides were tied on 0-17 each. John Campion slotted over his tenth point from a placed ball and another Drom point from play saw them claim a narrow victory.
Team: Páidí Williams, Cathal England, James Cleary, Paddy Ryan, Jack Peters, Aaron Morgan, Eamonn Coonan, Conor Austin (0-2), Eoin Hogan (0-1), Shane Cleary (0-3), Cian Darcy (0-6, 0-5 frees), Cormac Doheny, Michael Cleary (0-1), Niall O’Meara (Capt) (0-3), Brian O’Meara. Subs: Kian O’Kelly (0-1), Thomas Cleary, Cillian Healy, Cian Hayes, Kevin Shinners.
In the second round, we are away to Borris-Ileigh this Sunday, 30th March, at 12.00pm.
Junior
In the second round of the County League, we are at home to Lattin Cullen this Saturday, 29th March, at 1.00pm.
Minor
In the first round of the County Hurling League, we lost to a stronger Roscrea side in St. Cronan’s Park. Players on County teams are not allowed play in this League so both teams played 13-a-side, as allowed by the regulations. We were badly hit by the absence of such key players as Tommy O’Meara, Charlie Kennedy, Hugo Healy and Jack O’Meara.
Team: Andrew Austin, Conor McGrath, Shay Óg Kennedy, James Gould, Tommy Gaynor, Kallen Grace, Cormac Kennedy, Tom Campbell, Oisín Carroll, Paraic Nevin, Karl Ryan, Emmet Dwyer, Arman Khan Wahid.
Arrabawn Presentation
Hugo Healy and Dara Gaynor, who were members of the victorious Tipperary U15 team that won the U15 Arrabawn All-Ireland final, were presented with their medals at the Tipperary and Clare Allianz League game in Semple Stadium by Tipperary star Alan Tynan.
Peadar Cummins Tournament
Ben Williams, Michael Hutchinson and Colin Gaynor played with the North Tipperary U14 team in Coolmore Morris Park. The team had mixed fortunes, recording a victory over West Tipperary but losing out to Mid Tipperary.
Mighty Macs
Despite less than favourable weather, we had a large attendance at the second gathering last Saturday. The sessions continue on the Astro Turf this Saturday at 11.00am. All 4 to 6 year-old boys and girls are invited to attend. Wear runners. No hurls nor helmets are needed. The emphasis is on fundamental movement, games and fun.
Easter Camp
We are delighted to announce that the Easter Camp is back! It will take place from Tuesday, 22nd April to Thursday, 24th April 10.00am to 2.00pm daily. The camp is open to boys and girls aged 6 - 13 and will involve Gaelic games and fun activities. The cost is €30 per child, €55 for a family of two and €75 for a family of three. Book your child's place by purchasing tickets on the Events section of the Club App or at this link https://member.clubspot.app/club/kilruane-macdonaghs/events/11918. Places are limited, so book your spot today. Bring hurl, helmet, mouthguard, drink and lunch. Contact Mike O'Meara 087 247 4768 for further information.
Membership
Membership is now overdue and can be paid on our app ClubSpot. The fees are as follows: Family Membership to include Tipperary Draw and Lotto €250; Non-Playing Adult to include Tipperary Draw & Lotto €200; Adult Player to include Gym & Lotto €165; Adult Player & Lotto €100; U18 €50; and Non-Playing Adult €50.
Lotto
The Jackpot has climbed to €7,900. 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 with the Jackpot standing at €1,050.
Win a House
The grand prize is a fully furnished home in Bregawn, Cashel, valued at €350,000. Alternatively, the winner can choose a cash prize of €300,000. Tickets are priced at €100 and are available from Sinéad Gaynor 0879901826 and Gilbert Williams 0872176452. €30 from each ticket we sell will be retained by the club.
