16/10/2023: Here’s the latest weekly update from Kildysart GAA Club.

Results:

The U14’s played well but unfortunately, they bowed out at the semi-final stage of the Division 1 competition after a two-goal loss to a strong Doora Barefield team, Kildysart/Coolmeen 1-9 to Doora Barefield 3-9. Points from Jamie Eyres and Kealan Casey had Kildysart / Coolmeen off to a great start in the opening minutes. Two brave saves from goalie Diarmuid Garry kept the amalgamation in front before Doora Barefield finally broke down the rear guard and raided for their first green flag. A point from the boot of Mark Kennedy brought the sides level again with 15 minutes on the clock. Doora Barefield hit a purple patch and with 4 unanswered points started to pull away. But a goal from Kealan Casey after a quickly taken free brought Kildysart/Coolmeen right back into the match, one point down with 10 minutes remaining in the half, Kildysart/Coolmeen 1-3, Doora Barefield 1-4. The backs, led by Rueben Ginnane, were working tirelessly but there was nothing they could do when Doora Barefield struck for their second major when the ball hit off the upright and fell kindly to a Doora Barefield forward who finished to the net. Again Casey responded with a point from play before Doora Barefield’s fisted effort secured their third goal. The last kick of the half was a pointed free from Casey to reduce the deficit to five, Kildysart / Coolmeen 1-5, Doora Barefield 3-4.

Doora Barefield started off the scoring in the second half but three in a row from Ben Sheehan had Kildysart/Coolmeen right back in the match and left just the kick of the ball between the sides with the 4th quarter to come, Kildysart/Coolmeen 1-8, Doora Barefield 3-5. Then a Robbie Kelly free left only 2 between the sides but that was as close as it would get as Doora Barefield tacked on the last 4 scores to see the match out. Final score: Kildysart/Coolmeen 1-9, Doora Barefield 3-9.

Kildysart/Coolmeen: Diarmuid Garry, Joe Doohan, Rueben Ginnane, Aidan McNamara, Andrew Watson, Siney Neenan, Fionn Connelly, Ben Sheehan (0-3, 2f), William Neenan, Alex Garry, Kealan Casey-captain (1-3, 1f), Robbie Kelly (0-1, 1f), Mark Kennedy (0-1), Jamie Eyres (0-1), Aaron Connelly. Subs: SJ Casey for A. Connelly (36 min), Cuan Meaney for McNamara (50 min), Kyle Frawley for Casey (55 min), Aidan Tomkins for Kennedy (55 min).

Fixtures:

The U21 Championship kicks off this weekend when Kildysart (on their own) hosts Cratloe in the B Championship on Saturday at 3pm. Cil Cuil Gaels take on Wolfetones in the A championship and the date and venue have been changed to Kilmihil on Tuesday 24th October at 8pm.

There is a change from the normal knock-out format, with this year’s Championship being run on a league basis.

There are 3 groups in the A championship and each group winner and the best placed second team will compete in the semi-finals. Cil Cuil Gaels are in group 2 with Wolfetones, Western Gaels/Doonbeg and Ennistymon.

There are 4 groups in the B championship and each group winner will compete in the semi-finals. Kildysart is in group 1 with Cratloe, Clarecastle, and Parteen.

The U10 boys host a blitz on Sunday as well.

Please check the Clubzap Games tab or the website fixtures listing for all up-to-date fixtures and results.

Field Development: The club has kicked off its Development draw and sellers are actively calling door to door. Your support is very much appreciated. Tickets can also be bought online. There will be 4 monthly draws starting on Sunday 19th November, with the December draw being the Christmas bonus bonanza.

AGM: The club will hold its AGM on Friday 10th November at 8pm in the clubhouse. Any motions or nominations should be forwarded by 27th October to the secretary at secretary.kildysart.clare@gaa.ie

Lotto: Congratulations to Jean Ginnane, Kildysart who scooped the lotto jackpot of €10,800, well done! The jackpot is reset to €3,000 and 3 tickets can be purchased for as little as €5 with no commitment by tapping here. Lotto is also available in the pubs and shops and outside Centra on Friday and Saturday from 10-1pm.