Junior Championship
The Junior hurlers who were already qualified for the Semi-Finals defeated Dunhill in Mount Sion last Friday night. Dunhill opened the scoring with 2 quick points from play before Brian Hennessy pointed 3 frees and Nicky Mackey added one for Sion. Dunhill added another 2 points to their tally before half time and Mount Sion led by 3 points at the break. The Dunhill goal came midway through the second half when a 21 meter free found its way into the Sion net to leave 4 between the sides. However Cnoc Sion did enough to see them through. Final score Cnoc Sion 0-13 to Dunhill 1-6. We are to play De La Salle in the Semi-Final but no fixture is made at the moment.
Senior League (Semi-Final)
The Senior Hurlers are through to League Final after a one point win over Ballygunner in Walsh Park last Saturday night. Michael Gaffney picked up an early injured in the opening 2 minutes of the game and was substituted for Mark Hoban who took up his place at wing forward. Both sides traded points with Ian Galgey getting Mount Sion’s first goal. Points from Ken McGrath from the placed ball gave Mount Sion the lead at half time. Ballygunner fought back but another goal and point by Galgey and points from Eoin McGrath kept the lead. Ballygunner once more fought back to within a point and in the dying minutes had a chance to draw level but poor shooting gave Mount Sion the win and a place in the final. Final score 2-14 to 0-19. The League Final is scheduled for Saturday night, but no fixture is made, so keep an ear out during the week.
Deise Draw
The next Deise Draw takes place on 30th July. There are great prizes including a top prize of €10,000. Tickets can be bought from Josie Evans or from behind the bar or from any member of the fundraising committee. Tickets are €10 each. A special thanks to all who support the draw as it is of great benefit to our club.
Coaching Times
Below are the times of the various coaching sessions for our younger players. It’s good to see all the boys making great progress in learning the skills of hurling and of course new players are always welcome. Simply arrive at our playing fields at the appropriate time and make contact with one of the coaches. Hurleys and helmets are available on loan for those that need them.
Age 5-7s (Born in 2003-2006) – 12 noon to 1pm (Saturdays) & Thursdays 6.30pm-7.30pm;
Age 8-9s (Born in 2001-2002) – 11am to 12 noon (Saturdays);
Age 10-11 (Born in 1999-2000) – 1pm to 2pm (Saturdays);
Under 11 & 12s – 5.45pm-7pm (Mondays & Wednesdays);
Under 13 – 6pm-7.30pm (Mondays & Wednesdays)
Fixtures
Intermediate Championship v Dunhill in Portlaw on Tuesday 27th July, Time TBC.
Minor Hurling Championship v Butlerstown in Butlerstown on Wednesday 28th July at 7.30pm
Cnoc Sion Club Gear
We now have in stock a range of Juvenile and Adult sportswear including, Jerseys, new style hoodys, shorts, socks, shower-proof jackets, tracksuits and gear bags. Please enquire at the bar. If an item you need is out of stock, you can order it by filling out an Order Form also available from the Bar Staff.