24th June 2012

24th June 2012

Mount Sion Gaa Club Notes

Senior Hurling Championship

With no win to date in the championship, Sion travelled to Fraher Field with no option but a win to avoid or prolong relegation possibilities. Martin O’Neill pointed Sion in the right direction with a free within the first two minutes. A direct reply from Tallow’s Thomas Ryan and two more points put Tallow in the driving seat. Austin Gleeson pointed for Sion with Anthony Kirwan picking out Martin O’Neill for an excellent goal chance but was denied by a save by the Tallow keeper. Tallow sent over three further points to lead by four points. The first green flag of the game was raised as Sean Ryan hammered home Sion’s first goal. O’Neill again pointed from the placed ball before Ian O’Regan pulled off a top corner save worthy of the entrance fee alone! Tallow pointed from the resulting sixty-five. An Austin Gleeson ball into the Tallow square, was aided over the line by the hard working Martin O’Neill. Another fine save by O’Regan, this time putting his body on the line and to keep the Tallow forwards at bay. However, two late first half points helped Tallow to go in at the break one point up.

Tallow were first out the traps in the second half with a point. The combination of good play from Gleeson, to Roche to McGrath ended in a point for the monastery from the stick of Sean Ryan. Tallow responded with a point with Martin O’Neill trading scores. O’Neill was deadly accurate from the placed ball and shot Sion into a one point lead. Anthony Kirwan knocked over a point with Michael Gaffney marking his return to Senior Hurling with an excellent solo-run and finish over the bar. Tallow were given a lifeline with time creeping into the final minutes of normal time. A Thomas Ryan effort from the twenty-one whizzed wide of the post. In the final minute of normal time a late Tallow attack was spearheaded with Kenny Stafford emerging from the Sion defence, sliothar in hand and spurring Sion on. Sean Ryan again pointed with O’Neill adding another. A final extraordinary Ryan point sealed a Sion six point win. Final score Mount Sion 2-15 to Tallow 0-15. Our final round game is against Roanmore. A win here could see us make the quarter-finals of the championship. No fixture has been made but this round is not expected to be played until Waterford exit the championship.

Pappy Bowe

We would like to wish our self proclaimed “Local Celebrity” Pappy Bowe a speedy recovery after he injured his AC Joint in a game last Saturday. Hope to see you back playing soon Bowe!!

Viking Marathon

We will be operating a Water Station on the route of the Waterford Viking Marathon next Saturday 30th June. All we need is volunteers. If you are interested please contact our club secretary Seamus Cleere for more information.

Ladies Football

‎In the first round of the championship we faced Ardmore in Ardmore last Sunday. The girls put in a mighty effort but were unlucky in the end. We took our scores well with Edel Firth finding the net twice and Lyndsey Galgey and Jessica Gleeson also beating the Ardmore keeper. Others to shine were Ciara O’Neill at wingback, Jean “Ducky” Dooley, Rachel Beckett, Ciara Keogh and sisters Trish Cleary & Louise Sheridan. Final score Mount Sion 4-7 to Ardmore 4-12. Hard luck girls, your back in action next Sunday against Kilmacthomas.

Under 10s

The Under 10s took part in a nine a side blitz in the club last Thursday evening against De La Salle. We had two teams involved and there were some great hurling played. Well done, keep up the hard work in training.

Fundraiser

As a fundraiser we are collecting used clothing, footwear (pairs only), handbags, belts, curtains and bed linen. If you have any of the above you want to get rid of please deliver to the Club House.

Kellogg’s GAA Cul Camp

Our camp takes place from 23rd July to 27th July. The cost is €55 for the first child in a family, €45 for a second and €40 for a third and subsequent children. The price includes a set of gear including a Jersey, shorts, socks and a gear bag. The age limit is for children aged from 6 (born in 2006) to 13 years. Booking can be made online at www.gaa.ie/kelloggsculcamps. For a €5 discount online use the special tokens from Corn Flakes and Rice Krispies boxes. Filled in application forms can be given to club coordinator Peter Walsh or posted to Eoin Breathnach, Walsh Park, Keane’s Road, Waterford.

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.

Deise Draw

Can all members please have their money paid before the next draw which will take place on June 29th. Tickets can be bought from any of the promoters or from behind the bar. Please have your money in before the 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 8 Stay & Play Blitz in Ballygunner at 6:30pm on Monday 25th June.

Under 16 East Championship v Sacred Heart in Poleberry at 6:30pm on Wednesday 27th June.

Under 11 (Blue) City League v Clonea in Clonea at 6:30pm on Friday 29th June.

Junior Hurling Challenge v St. Catherine’s (Cork) at 7:15pm on Saturday 20th June.

All fixtures are available on the club website calendar. Follow the link http://mountsiongaa.ie/events/

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 more pictures of our function room and bar!! 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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