2nd June 2013

2nd June 2013

Mount Sion Gaa Club Notes

Primary Game

Well done to Alan Kirwan who represented his school and club in the Primary game at half time in Waterford’s Munster Championship clash with Clare.

Senior Hurling League

We made another away trip for the league, this time the shorter journey to Ballygunner. Michael Frisby hit the opening score of the game but Ballygunner were back on level terms within two minutes. Martin F. O’Neill, Gavin Carroll pointed but the home side hit three. Another O’Neill point this time from a free was followed up with Frisby and Carroll points. Ballygunner pointed from a sideline cut and followed up with two points from play. Frisby was yet again on target. Ballygunner were awarded a 21 yard free but corner back Craig Sauvage saved, but Ballygunner sent over another two points before the break. Captain Stafford converted a long range free to leave just the minimum between the sides.

Sion took the lead just after the break with Frisby, Robert Breslin and Stephen O’Neill getting in on the scoring. Two Ballygunner frees came but Gavin Carroll pointed and then produced a piece of magic with a fantastic volley to the net to send Sion four points clear. The Gunners true to their style pointed and grabbed a goal in the nineteenth minute of the second half. Michael Frisby finished off his scoring with his fifth of the night. The game was level but Richard Roche goaled to give Sion a three point cushion. A final point from the home side left too much for them to do. Final score Cnoc Síon 2-14 to Ballygunner 1-15. Well done lads. Another victory heading into next weekend’s championship clash with Dungarvan. This game will go ahead on Sunday with a 3:30pm throw in at Walsh Park. Best of luck lads.

Under 14 Championship

Our Under 14s were in action twice this week. First up it was Championship with a journey to Dungarvan. Unbeaten in Championship so far, Sion wanted to keep up their winning ways and they did just that, with a fantastic 3-11 to 3-5 win.

Last Thursday evening the lads went to Ballygunner to play the Eastern Semi-Final. Ballygunner got the game underway with 1-1 but Sion battled back with two points from Evan McGrath and Louie Halligan. The home side pointed another free but Sion got in on the rest of the scoring with McGrath points three frees and Dean Fowler rattling the net. Sion led by three points at the break.

The home side got the first score of the second half. But again McGrath was accurate from frees. Louie Halligan broke through the defence to goal. Conor Quinn raised a white flag with McGrath finishing out the game with another point. Final score Cnoc Síon 2-9 to Clonea 2-4. Well done lads. Great performances again. Next up is a big challenge on Monday against Abbeyside. I’d ask all those who are around to pop up to the club and give them some support. Throw in at 7:30pm.

Junior Championship

Round Five of the championship took place last Thursday evening against Clonea out in Clonea. Sion found themselves four behind after 5 minutes, but two Johnny Hayes points reduced that margin. Sion hit two more points from Ned Power and Daniel Kelly but Clonea ran out another four points to lead by 0-4 to 1-5 at half time.

Now facing into the breeze, Sion hit the opening score through Johnny Hayes, Clonea pointed again but Pappy Bowe responded and Daniel Kelly hit the net. Clonea went three in front with another brace of points. But Kelly levelled things up with another goal. Sion found themselves again three behind with three unanswered scores from the home side. But credit to the battling performance of the Monastery men, a Bowe and two Hayes points levelled things up with injury time now the only time remaining. Clonea pointed but it was Jamie O’Meara who had the final say as he kept calm and coolly pointed from a free to leave things all square. Final score: Cnoc Síon 2-10 to Clonea 1-13. We are in championship action again this coming week. This time we face Passage in Passage. Day TBC. Keep an eye on the website for more information.

Under 11 City League

Our Under 11s took on Roanmore last Friday night in Gracedieu in the City League. We put on some great performance and came away with a nine point victory. Well done to all concerned.

Wedding Bells

Congratulations to Darren “Gum” Ryan and Sharon Fitzgerald who tied the knot on Saturday last. Best wishes to you both in the future.

Deise Draw

The Deise Draw took place last Friday night, 31st May in Cappoquin. We had two winners on the night. Adam Regan won €200 and Caroline Bolger won an Azzurri Sport Voucher. Well done to our winners. Next draw is 28th June in Abbeyside. Tickets will be available from Josie Evans or from the bar. Anyone who is paying monthly, can you please ensure that your monies is paid by Wednesday 29th May. Please contact Josie Evans (087-0686700) to join and more importantly to make sure you are in with a chance to scoop the top prize of €10,000!!! The top prize for July is a Nissan Micra, with many other cash and special prizes every month. Tickets are €10 per month for nine months. You can either pay up front or per month by leaving the money behind the bar. 70% of the money raised will go directly back to Mount Sion. Best of luck to all our ticketholders!

Fixtures

Under 14 Championship v Abbeyside in Mount Sion at 7:30pm on Monday 3rd June.

Junior Hurling Championship v Passage date TBC in Passage at 7:30pm.

Under 12 City League v Passage in Mount Sion on Friday 7th June at 6:30pm.

Intermediate Hurling Championship v Dunhill in Walsh Park at 4pm on Saturday 8th June.

Senior Hurling Championship v Dungarvan in Walsh Park at 3:30pm on Sunday 9th June.

Under 14 Championship v Ballygunner in Ballygunner at 7:30pm on Monday 10th June.

Under 11 City League v De La Salle in Mount Sion on Friday 14th June at 6:30pm.

Junior Football Championship v Ballyduff Lower in Mount Sion on Friday 14th June at 7:30pm.

All fixtures are available on the club website calendar.

Juvenile Training

The following are the times for our Juvenile team’s training on Saturday morning in the club. New comers are always welcome and hurley’s and helmets can be supplied. Ages and times below Age 5 & 6 – Boys (Born in 2008 and 2007) – 11 am to 12 noon Age 7 & 8 – Boys (Born in 2006 and 2005) – 12 noon to 1pm Age 9 & 10 – Boys (Born in 2004 and 2003) – 1pm to 2pm (note change of time for this group )

Membership

Membership for 2013 season is now due and the deadline of 31st March has passed. The rates for 2013 are as follows: Hurling & Football Club: €50; Family €50; OAPs: €10. Please pay your membership at the bar or by seeing our Registrar Paul Fanning. http://mountsiongaa.ie/news/membership/

Get the latest Fixtures/Events

Looking to keep up to date with fixtures and events? Join the FREE club text list by texting your name and number to 087-9706387! It’s completely free!! Its as easy as texting 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, or events happening in the club etc.

Need a venue for your party??

Looking to find that ideal 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. We can also cater for smaller parties in our lounge. 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. You can also follow us on Twitter @MountSionGAA or on Facebook MountSion GAA. The website has loads of great features including a calendar so you can keep up to date with all the latest fixtures and events.
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