7 September 2014

Mount Sion GAA Club Notes

Intermediate Hurling

Following a difficult campaign our Intermediates had to play Tramore in a relegation play-off  in Kill on Saturday last and a win was essential if this group of players didn’t want to be playing in the Junior ranks next year, Sion started well with the ever reliable Gavin Carroll getting the first two scores before the dangerous Jordan Broaders raised the white flag, next up was veteran Michael Frisby with a kicked point and then a scrambled goal putting the Monastery men firmly in the driving seat, three more points from Carroll left the half time score at 1-08 to 0-04 in favour of Sion

In the second half the Seasiders made all the running scoring seven points on the trot and seriously rattling Sion before Carroll steadied the ship with two points from frees followed by lively substitute Richard Murphy to edge us back in front, Tramore never gave up and kept knocking up points before Mikey Daykin netted to finally kill off the game in Sion’s favour, final score Cnoc Sion 2-15 Tramore 1-15, well done lads, best of luck for next year.

Minor Hurling

Our Minors have been having a hard time of  it this year and last Wednesday night against St Carthages was no exception, the first half was a quiet affair with Sion’s two points coming from the stick of Evan Curran, half time score Cnoc Sion 0-02 St Carthages 1-06, the second half was more free scoring with Sion getting 3-09 but this wasn’t enough against a strong opposition with the final score ending up Cnoc sion 3-11 St Carthages 5-13, there are two more games to go in this Championship with Ballygunner and Passage to come in the next two weeks .

Under 10s

The Under 10s played in the annual Shane O’Neill memorial tournament in Danesfort on Saturday last. We were in a tough group with Oulart the Ballagh  and Paulstown from which we qualified for the plate final with a big win over Carrickshock, we faced home club Danesfort in the final who ran out winners by a couple of scores in a very tight game that was level to the dying minutes .
The squad for the day was Scott Ryan, Jamie Meaney, Hugh Flanagan, Jefferson Edogun, Daniel Butler, Ben Rellis , Robbie Kelly, Davin Marshall, Lee Flanagan, Dillon Ryan, Jack Cowman, Jack Barrett,  Cormac Dunphy and Jake Marks, thanks to Danesfort for the hospitality on the day.

Ladies Football Fundraiser

Ciara Keogh and Jenny Coady, two of our ladies football members are currently working for a company called Forever Living. This is an Aloe Vera Company and all of their products are natural.  Their products are infused with 100% Aloe Vera gel and many other beneficial botanicals.Ciara would like to hold a product launch/ information night  on Wednesday Sep 10^th in Mount Sion GAA Centre at 7.30pm, as a fundraiser  for the Mount Sion Club, where they can go through each product and give some testimonials of others who have used the products.  All proceeds from sales on the night will go directly to Mount Sion. For this fundraiser to be a success we ask that as many interested members and parents come along and show their support.

Last Man Standing

Last Man Standing is back this week and if you haven’t done so already please leave your name and entry fee behind the bar or with Tina on 087 9479741 before Thursday, usual rules apply and the table will be updated weekly on the website, best of luck to everyone for the new game!

Baby Girl

Welcome to the newest member of the Power clan baby Millie, born to Michelle  partner of Clive ‘Parish’ Power who came into the world on Thursday last!

Deise Draw

September’s Deise Draw takes place at the end of the month and hopefully we’ll have a winner or two. Tickets are still available for the next draws from Josie Evans or from the bar. 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!!! . 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 16 Championship V De La Salle in Mount Sion on 8 September at 6.30pm

Minor Hurling Championship v Ballygunner in Ballygunner on 10 September at 6.30pm

Junior Hurling Semi Final V Passage in Carriganore on 12 September at 8pm

Under 14 Quarter Final V Ballygunner in Mount Sion on 13 September at 5pm.

Senior Hurling Quarter Final v Abbeyside in Walsh Park on 14 September at 2pm

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.

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.

Notes for Paper & Website

If you have any Cnoc Sion notes or announcements for the paper or website please contact Ciaran Sheridan by email pro@mountsiongaa.ie or text your notes to 087-6364716 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.