20th May 2012

20th May 2012

Mount Sion Gaa Club Notes

Junior Football Championship

Keeping up their winning ways, the Junior Footballers held on for the narrowest of victories over Roanmore last Friday night. Starting with the wind in the first half, Stephen Roche picked off Sion’s first score just three minutes in. Roanmore did reply but the remaining scores of this half all came from the monastery men. These scores came through young Bryan Power, Daniel Kelly and Sion newcomer John O’Leary, who was a big addition to the team. Big man Shane Forristal blasted home a well taken goal just on half time to give Sion a six point lead.

In the second half, Roanmore capitalised on the strong breeze sweeping down the pitch into the club. They pointed two quick points to narrow the lead. Corner Forward Richie Roche crossed a dangerous ball across the Roanmore goal when the ball fell to Forristal, who volleyed the ball wide. Michael Frisby was dead accurate from the placed ball as he got his name on the score sheet. A Jess Kehoe foul on the 45, coupled with a quick free by Roanmore, led to the opposition running through and cracking home a goal. Some

more quick passing by the sky blues led to another point and cut the lead to a single point. A floating ball into the edge of the Roanmore square was deflected into the back of the net by Eoin Swift. Roanmore didn’t give in and were quick to erase the three point lead and subsequently overtook the Sion boys. Ian “Bomb” Power was sprung from the bench and when Sion were awarded a penalty on the twenty-fourth minute, up he stepped, making no mistake, placing the ball in the bottom right hand corner of the goal. Sion were back in the lead. In the closing minutes, Sion had a good chance but Frisby ended it with putting the ball wide. Now with the game heading into injury time and with two points the margin, Roanmore had no other option but to seek a goal.  Sion upped their work rate and the defence held out all Roanmore attempts at goal. However, they did finally score but it came in the form of a point with the game four minutes into extra time and with the resulting kick out, referee Conor Ahearne blew up for full time. Final score Mount Sion 3-5 to Roanmore 1-10. Well done lads, great win and more importantly keeping the winning ways up in the football.

Week Ahead

Again we have full round of Senior, Intermediate and Junior Hurling Championships this week. On Thursday night we face De La Salle in the Junior at 7:30pm in the club. Friday night the Intermediates are in action against Erins Own at 7:30pm in Walsh Park. Then on Sunday the Seniors are in search of their first win of the championship when they travel to Fraher Field to take on Fourmilewater at 2pm. Best of luck to all our teams for the coming week.

Website Update

Over the last week, I have added a new section to the club website. All adult teams, including Senior, Intermediate, Junior Hurling and Football championship tables and results for our group. So keep up to date with where we stand and who’s doing well in our group. Follow the link or you can find it under the dropdown menu of the Teams Tab on the website. http://mountsiongaa.ie/news/championship-tables/

Rhythm Fest

Waterford GAA County Board in association with Blue Fire Events are holding “The Rhythm Fest” in Fraher Field on Saturday 30th June featuring, Bressie, The High Kings, The Lounge Room Lizards, Atom Attic and DJ Tyrone. On Sunday 1st July they have Jedward, Ryan Dolan, DJ Tyrone, Ryan Bassindale and Evolution Hip Hop Dance Troupe. Tickets are available from all clubs via their secretaries. Tickets for Saturday night are priced at €25 and on Sunday €27.50. A limited number of family tickets are available at €90.

Kellogg’s GAA Cul Camp

This year our Kellogg’s Cúl Camp will run from 23rd July to 27th July. Application forms will be available shortly and will be distributed to all juvenile teams. The camp is for 5-13 year olds. Please keep an eye out for the special promotional packs of Kellogg’s Cereal for discount’s on the camp. If you require further information please contact the club co-ordinator for the camps and juvenile chairman Peter Walsh.

Eucharistic May Rosary Procession

A Eucharistic May Rosary Procession (blessed sacrament will be carried in procession) will take place on Thursday May 31st leaving Ballybricken Green at 7pm and proceeding to the Dominican Church Bridge St. Waterford City for the Crowning of our lady. All are welcome especially those children who have received their First Holy communion, scout groups, voluntary groups, clubs, Schools and societies. For more details call 086 3100581.

Deise Draw

Next month’s Draw will take place on May 25th. Tickets can be bought from any of the promoters or from behind the bar. Please have your money in before the next draw. A list of all promoters names can be seen on the notice board in the club. Tickets are €10 per draw. This year you will have the chance to win a top prize of a car in the March draw and in the May, August and November Draw’s there will be a special draw for a €1,000 holiday voucher and €500 spending money.

Fixtures

Under 10 Blitz in Mount Sion at 6:30pm on Wednesday 23rd May.

Junior Hurling Championship v De La Salle in Mount Sion at 7:30pm on Thursday 24th May.

Under 12 City League in Mount Sion v Roanmore on Friday 25th May at 6:30pm.

Intermediate Hurling Championship v Erins Own in Walsh Park at 7:30pm on Friday 25th May.

Senior Hurling Championship v Fourmilewater in Fraher Field at 2pm on Sunday 27th May.

All fixtures are available on the club website calendar.

Fixtures are subject to change!

Juvenile Training Times

The following are the times and venues are for juvenile hurling training:

5 to 7 year olds Children born in 2005, 2006 & 2007 takes place at 12 Noon every Saturday on the All-Weather Astro-Turf Pitch at the Club Grounds.

Juvenile Camogie Training also takes place on Saturdays at 12 noon on The All-Weather Astro-Turf Pitch at the Club Grounds.

8 & 9 year olds, Boys born in 2003 and 2004 takes place from 11am-12pm on Saturdays at the Club field.

10 & 11 year old boys takes place on a Tuesday nights at 6pm-7pm on the pitch.

Looking to get your child involved in sport or meet new friends. Then bring them along to the correct age group or contact Juvenile Chairman Peter Walsh for more information. Training is 100% free and hurleys and helmets can be supplied to those who need them. Best of luck to all the children and coaches for 2012!!

Need a venue for your party??

We have a spacious function room with private bar available for hire for all occasions including Birthdays, Christenings, Weddings, Confirmations, Communions, etc. Please contact our Bar Manager Michael Ryan for more information on 051-372648 or call up and see him. See the Function Room page on the website for pictures!! http://mountsiongaa.ie/club-complex/function-room/

Darts & Cards

Darts and Cards for club members. Come along and join in the fun. Darts takes place every Thursday night with Cards on Friday nights, both starting around 10pm. Great prizes on offer!! All Club Members are welcome.

Notes for Paper & Website

If you have any Cnoc Sion notes or announcements for the paper or website please contact Owen Sauvage by email owen@mountsiongaa.ie or text your notes to 087-9706387 before 8pm Sunday night. You can also submit your notes through the website on the news tab. The website features a calendar so you can keep up to date with all the latest fixtures and events.
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