25th September 2011

Mount Sion Gaa Club Notes

Junior Football Championship

Last Saturday saw the Junior Footballers do back to back Eastern championships which now sets up another county final appearance, along with the Junior hurlers in their respective county final. Kilmacthomas provided the opposition for us in the Eastern Final which was held in Fenor. The mid-county side set the early pace to the game with them running into a three point lead with Michael Frisby opening Sion’s account in the twelfth minute. Galgey added a second seconds later and ran in to crash home the only goal of the game in the fifteenth minute. Again Frisby pointed from the placed ball with Stephen Roche also getting his name on the score-sheet. Kilmac responded with a point but again the combined team of Frisby and Galgey pointed to give Sion a five point lead at the break.

Playing into breeze in the second half Mount Sion pointed three minutes in with newlywed Michael Frisby getting the score. Kilmac responded but two frees from Galgey and one from Frisby gave Sion a well deserved win. Final score Mount Sion 1-11 to Kilmacthomas 0-7. Well done lads, best of luck in the county final!

The Late Colonel Noel O’Dwyer

We would like to offer our sincere condolences to club Chairman Sean O’Dwyer on the death of his brother Noel O’Dwyer who died in Dublin recently. Also to Noel’s wife Jean, Son Kiernan, Daughter Siobhan, sisters, grandchildren and extended family. Ar Dheis Dé go Raibh Sé.

Under 12s

Well done to our Under 12s who took part in the City League Gala Day last Sunday. Both of our teams were in action and played De La Salle, Tramore and Ballygunner. Also on the day we were presented with the cup which we shared with De La Salle as both teams ended with the same number of points in the league. Well done to all the players and their coaches who have put in a tremendous effort all year. (Pictures will follow on the website).

Ladies Winter Training

Both our adult Camogie and Ladies Football teams will continue to train on Tuesday nights at 7pm in their winter programme. All girls are asked to attend and bring both runners and boots. Training is free and it’s a great way to keep in shape during the winter season. Pass the word around and if some of our lady club members would like to join in, please contact Paul Fanning or Owen Sauvage for more information.

Cumann Abu

The club will be hosting a Cumann Abu session on Saturday 1^st October. Cumann Abu is recreational hurling for both men and women. It’s a great way to keep fit and always for a great laugh. Anyone wishing to join in the fun please come along. If you would like more information please contact Tina Gleeson.

The John Keane Tournament

The annual John Keane Tournament is fast approaching and takes place this year on Saturday 1^st October. As normal this in house tournament which is played each year by the 7, 8 and 9 year olds in Memory and Honour of the late great Mount Sion, Waterford and Munster player for the John Keane Cup kindly donated by the Keane family some years ago.

Juvenile Camogie

The girls will continue to train on Saturday mornings at 12noon to 1pm If you know of any girls who would like to take up camogie as a new activity why not bring them along next Saturday. All activities are free of charge and hurleys and helmets can be supplied for those who don’t have them.

The Interview Room

This is the fourth week of it running and we have Kenny Stafford in for a little chat. To find Kenny’s answers and what he has to say, log onto the website and look for the interview room under the news tab. www.mountsiongaa.ie . If you would like to take part, have a chat with Savo.

Deise Draw

If anyone is looking for tickets you can contact Josie Evans for tickets. Tickets are €10 per draw, with a chance to bag €10,000 plus many other cash prizes. 70% of the money raised goes back into the club, so not only have you a chance to win but your supporting Mount Sion.

Chess Club

Chess club takes place every Tuesday night in the club at 9:30pm. We hope to see the regular faces and some new ones up next Tuesday.

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. Also there is a Poker League running on Wednesday nights. Registration is at 8:30pm and it starts at 8:45pm. This is the third week of it running and Ricky Freeman tops the league with 28 points and Kenny Stafford is second with 18 points. All the league scores are on the website. http://mountsiongaa.ie/news/poker-league/

Training Times

Here are the training times for next Saturday. New players are always welcome and hurleys and helmets can be supplied to those who don’t have any. Also please note training is free of charge and parents are more than welcome to come along and watch.

9 & 10 year olds (born in 2001 & 2002). – 10.30am to 12 noon. Coached by Damien Frisby, Roy McGrath Seamus Nolan, Shane O Grady and George O Grady.

5 & 6 year old (born in 2005 & 2006) – 12 noon to 1pm. Coached by Peter Walsh, Lindsay Grace, James Dunphy and Martin Walsh.

7 & 8 year olds (born in 2003 & 2004) – 1pm-2pm. Coached by Nicky Mackey, John O Keeffe, Michael Frisby and Eric Curran.

If you have any queries just telephone Peter Walsh on 087-1355359.

Fixtures

Unfortunately we have come to this time of the year where fixtures are few and far between. Keep an eye on the website calendar for any fixtures.

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.