21st October 2012

Mount Sion Gaa Club Notes

Under 21

The eagerly awaited Under 21 Championship Quarter Final took place in Mount Sion last Saturday afternoon against old rivals Ballygunner. Each half had its own winner with Mount Sion taking the first half with a storm and cruising into a six points to one lead after twelve minutes, mainly through the stick of Martin O’Neill (5) and Austin Gleeson (1). Sion’s dominance continued in the opening half with Stephen O’Neill finding Gleeson who drove over. Ballygunner responded each time from the placed ball. The Gunners only managed to score one point from play in the opening period. Sion added six more scores via Niall O’Sullivan, Stephen Roche, O’Neill and Gleeson. Sion had a five point advantage going in at half time.

A minute in and Sion were awarded a twenty one yard free. With goal only on O’Neill’s mind he rattled the net with a shot that made the net dance. Ballygunner replied with two points before they hit back with a goal of their own. A clearance up the line from Craig Sauvage to Galgey resulted in another point for the Monastery. O’Neill hit two more frees and again the Gunners replied. Turning point of the game came when Stephen Roche was sent to the line with eleven minutes remaining on the clock. Martin F. O’Neill was gifted a great one on one chance with the Ballygunner keeper, but a wonderful save boosted the Gunners. Up the pitch they came and in around the six yard line a ball fell into the path of a Ballygunner forward and he made no mistake about it, sending the ball into the net. Teams were level with just five minutes sitting on the clock. Ballygunner fired over four more points but Gleeson pulled on a last gasp effort on the edge of the box. It sailed over and Sion exit the championship. Final score Cnoc Sion 1-16 to 2-16. Hard luck lads, great effort, with a bit of luck we could have been the victors. Thanks to Nicholas, Seamus, Fionn and Darren for their efforts over the past month.

Under 9s

The Under 9s travelled to Kilmacud Crokes in Dublin for their annual tournament last Sunday. Our lads always prepare well for these big tournaments and there was no difference for this one. In our group games we accounted for Kilmacud, Thurles Óg and were narrowly beaten by Dicksboro. This ensured we qualified for the Sheild Semi-Final, where we beat UpperChurch from Tipperary and went on to beat Naomh Eanna from Wexford in the final on a scoreline of 1-1 to 0-1. Well done boys, another brilliant display. Pictures from the day will appear on the website in the coming days.

Race Night

Sunday the 28^th October we will be running a race night in the club at 8pm. Music will follow after last race. So if you’re looking for somewhere to go the bank holiday weekend, come up and join in the craic.

Last Man Standing

No Premier League last weekend with the International break. Updated last man standing table is up on the website! Not many left! Get your team into Tina by next Thursday night at the latest. Check out the club website to see how everyone is going after week one!! http://mountsiongaa.ie/news/last-man-standing/

Deise Draw

It is not late to purchase a Deise Draw ticket. Next month’s draw takes place on Friday 27^th October. 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.

Get the latest Fixtures/Events

Looking to keep up to date with fixtures and events? Join the club text list by texting your name and number to 087-9706387! It’s completely free!! Don’t expect me to just know you want to be added. So text your name and number if you don’t want to miss out on a game Juvenile-Senior or know when there’s a change of venue etc.

Fixtures

Looks like we have no fixtures left on the club calendar.

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-7:15pm 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. Follow us on Twitter @MountSionGAA of on Facebook MountSion GAA. The website features a calendar so you can keep up to date with all the latest fixtures and events.