20/06/2023: Here’s the latest weekly update from Kildysart GAA Club
There was a very large turnout from Kildysart and the surrounding areas as our long-serving club President, James Cleary, was laid to rest on Friday last. James will be remembered for being a family man with a strong love for the GAA and he will be missed by those who knew him. Tap here to see the club's tribute to James
Results:
What a week it’s been for results. Lots of heart-stopping “come from behind” victories.
The U12 Ladies had two home matches over the past 8 days and came away victorious in both of them. They faced Burren Gaels on Monday night last week and after falling behind by a few goals in the first half they showed their mettle and fought back to claim a 3-point victory, Kildysart 4-9, Burren Gaels 5-3. The Ladies found themselves in similar territory last night v Kilmihil and were 2 goals down early on. They fought back determinedly, limited Kilmihil to only 1 more point, and by half time Kildysart was ahead 3-3 to 2-1. The second half was a dogged affair with Kilmihil raising 2 more green flags but with a goal and a point themselves, Kildysart held on for the win, Kildysart 4-4, Kilmihil 4-2.
The Kildysart/Coolmeen U15 quarter-final win last Tuesday over Clooney Quin has to be the match of the season so far. It had everything: big margins, comebacks, a black card, extra time, and finally penalties and a big save. And huge credit to the players for never giving up and winning on penalties 4 goals to 2. Tap here for the full match report.
After that, The Kildysart/Coolmeen U15 semi-final v Clarecastle had a lot to live up to and it did not disappoint. Kildysart/Coolmeen won out comfortably in the end, Kildysart/Coolmeen 2-8 to 0-5 but the match was closer than the score-line would suggest. Tap here for the full match report.
The Junior Men are into the Division 7 League Final in two weeks’ time after a smash-and-grab win over Miltown 0-11 to 1-7. Trailing by 5 points at the start of the final quarter, Kildysart, aided by a strong bench, got the next 6 points in a row, to send them into the final v Doora Barefield. Tap here for the full match report.
The Kildysart National School's boys team claimed the Division 2 title in Kilrush on Wednesday last by beating Miltown 5-11 to 2-6. Tap here for the full match report.
The Kildysart/Coolmeen Academy U15’s had a home victory over Kilrush/Kilimer on Monday last, 5-12 to 6-7. The team has won 4 and lost two and play their final round v Eire Og this evening (Tuesday) in Coolmeen at 7pm.
Fixtures:
The U15 Academy boys are hosting Eire Og this evening Tuesday 20th in Coolmeen at 7pm.
The U13 boys start their Division 1 championship campaign with a home match v Clooney/Quin on Saturday 24th June at a time TBC.
The U9 boys head to Ennistymon on Saturday for their Round 7 blitz and will be playing against Ennistymon, Banner & Kilmhil.
Please check the Clubzap Games tab or the website fixtures listing for all up-to-date fixtures and results. The club wishes to thank our neighbouring clubs, Kildysart Soccer Club, St. John Bosco and the Clare County Board for facilitating us during our current pitch development.
Championship:
Championship draws for our adult teams took place last week. Tap here for details of the mens and tap here for details of the ladies.
All Ireland Updates
Hurling: Clare take on Dublin in the All Ireland Hurling quarter-final this Saturday in the Gaelic Grounds as part of a doubleheader with Galway v Tipp. Tickets went on sale this morning via Ticketmaster. We have not yet been informed of the club’s ticket allocation but any adult club member can text the secretary to have their name included in the draw. The winner of Clare v Dublin plays Kilkenny on Sunday 9th July and the winner of Galway v Tipp plays Limerick on Saturday 8th July. Both semi-finals take place in Croke Park.
Men’s Football: Clare lost to Derry 1-20 to 1-13, with Emmet McMahon scoring the early goal to boost Clare’s hopes. As Clare is now out of the All-Ireland series, Kildsyart welcomes back Emmet McMahon and Fergal Ginnane as they prepare for the club championship.
Ladies Football Intermediate: The Clare Ladies Intermediate team has secured their place in the Quarter Final with a resounding victory over Wicklow in Cusack Park on Sunday last, Clare 4-22 to 0-5. Clare plays Tyrone on Sunday in Pearse Park in Longford where a win will see them top the table.
Lotto: The lotto jackpot is €7,600 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.
