15th July 2012

Mount Sion Gaa Club Notes

Minor Championship

Our minor hurlers got their championship off to a poor start with a heavy loss to De La Salle in Pairc Padraig O’Fainin last Monday night. It was the visitors that got off to the brighter start with a pointed free however Sion replied swiftly through an Austin Gleeson free moments later. Mid way through the first half the game was turned on its head as a mix up in Sion’s defence allowed De La Salle to register the first of their three goals. Both sides had opportunities to lead at half time however it was the visitors that took advantage of these and lead by four points at the break.

Sion were the first out of the blocks in the second half and outscored their opponents by three points to two to leave only a goal between the sides. Once more though the visitors showed their ability and registered their second goal of the game. A misplaced puck out allowed De La Salle to score their third goal of the game and truly finished off the game as a contest. However, the lads effort never faltered and through their persistence they registered a late goal. Final score Cnoc Síon 1-7 to De La Salle 3-9. This Wednesday we travel to Lismore to take on St. Carthages in the second round at 7:30pm.

Birthday Girl

A big Happy Birthday to our Juvenile secretary Tina Gleeson who celebrates a significant milestone birthday next weekend!! Hope you have a great day!!

Down Under

Best wishes to Carl Cunningham, Pat McGrath and Sinead Tebey who return to Australia on Thursday after spending a few months back on Irish soil! Keep the Mount Sion flag flying down under!!

Speedy Recovery

Best wishes to Paul Browne who will be out of action with a broken foot for a few months. Paul injured himself in our Junior Championship win over Dunhill last Monday night. Great to see Paul up and around on Saturday watching our Senior’s play.

Junior Football

In the fourth round of the Junior Football Championship, Sion took on Naomh Pól in their own back garden in Lisduggan. Sion played the better football through-out with a number of lads standing out including Niall O’Sullivan, Daniel Kelly and Kevin Kelly. Sion led from the start with Dan Kelly crediting Sion’s account with the first score of the game. A further two points from midfielder Niall O’Sullivan set Sion on their way with Sion missing a number of clear cut goal chances early on. Kelly got another two with ex Mount Sion player Kevin Cheasty opening the scoring for the home side with a point. Newly married Eoin Swift was left out to play and got his first score of the game. A Dan Kelly goal gave Sion a flattering eight point lead at half time.

After the break an early cross into the box was headed goal wards by Michael Gaffney who forced a save from the keeper. Another two points from O’Sullivan breaking through the middle of the Naomh Pól’s defence edged Sion further into the lead. Kevin Kelly pointed with Naomh Pól getting their second score of the day. This was followed quickly by another from “The Parish”. Bomb Power kicked over with Gaffney hitting the crossbar midway through the half. Kevin Kelly pointed again and Naomh Pól replied. Sion finished out the game with Kelly and O’Sullivan both raising white flags. Final score Cnoc Síon 1-13 to Naomh Pól 0-6. Well done lads, a knock-out place has been guaranteed with one game left on 4^th August  against Erins Own in Poleberry.

Junior Hurling

We travelled to Dunhill last Monday night to play the eight round of the championship. It was a poor performance overall by our lads but credit to Dunhill who played some nice hurling particularly in the first half. Barry Browne signalled his return to Junior Hurling after his break away to train for the Viking Marathon with a fine point. Sion hit the net in the opening half with two Ricky Freeman goals and in the second half Dan Kelly was on target late on in the game to seal a win for the Monastery side. Final score Cnoc Síon 3-12 to Dunhill 1-10. Next up is Ballygunner in Mount Sion on Friday 27^th July at 7:30pm.

Juvenile Camogie

Our Under 8s, 10s and 12s had their first big trip away to Abbeyside last Saturday to take part in a blitz of games against Abbeyside. The girls showed all they have learned in their training and played some great stuff in all their games. Well done girls.

Deise Draw

The next month’s Draw will take place on June 27th. 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.

Kellogg’s GAA Cul Camp

Next week is our Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp. It 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. Reminder to all who wish to receive their kits before the school holidays all bookings must be made by Friday 8th June at latest. 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.

Fixtures

Under 14 Championship v Portlaw in Mount Sion at 7:30pm on Monday 16th July.

Minor Hurling Championship v St. Carthages in Lismore on Wednesday 18th July at 7:30pm.

Under 15 Championship v Clonea in Mount Sion at 6:30pm on Thursday 19th July.

Intermediate Hurling Championship v St. Saviours in Walsh Park at 7:30pm on Friday 20th July.

Under 16 Championship v Passage in Mount Sion at 11:30am on Saturday 21st July.

Senior League v Ballygunner in Ballygunner on Sunday 22nd July at 2:30pm.

Under 13 Championship v Ballygunner in Mount Sion at 6:30pm on Monday 23rd July.

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. 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.