BUNCRANA CLG NOTES (26.06.2016)
Féile Hurling Report
It was that time of year again for the Buncrana hurlers, Féile time. The bags were packed the grips were tightened and their new Féile gear was presented, so we were ready for our trip to TIPP. We decided to make the long trip on the Thursday so as the lads would be well rested for our 1st game on Friday against a local Tipperary side Clonoulty/ Rossmore
Game 1 Vs Clonoulty/Rossmore, Tipperary
Despite the planning and preparation the lads were not themselves and were very sluggish. Clonoulty/Rossmore wanted to make a mark on their home pitch in front of their home support and was very much up for the game, and while the lads battled throughout. The final score was 5-3 to0-3 to Clonoulty/Rossmore
Game 2 Vs Dour Roads Roscommon
After a disappointment of the 1st game the lads 1st competitive defeat of the year the lads were determined to get back to winning ways. However, despite their determination, Four Roads Roscommon also saw this chance to get a win after their 1st game lost. The game ebbed and flowed and finally the Buncrana boys got their noses in front and were not for the stress level amongst the parents and support the boys. The boys held on for the win with the final score 3-1 to 2-3 to Buncrana
Game 3 Vs Templederry/Ballinahinch, Tipperary
After a “good night’s sleep” our next match was with our host Templederry/Ballinahinch from Tipperary. The hosts were a very good side with a few exceptional players down the middle of the team. The BUncrana boys wanted to put up a good performance, and indeed they never gave up, but out host were very clinical around our goal and took their chances when they came. The final score was 2-11 to 0-2 to Templederry/Balinahinch. This now meant that our hosts had won the group and were heading to play a cup quarter final while Buncrana were of to a shield quarter final
Game 4 Quarter Finals Vs O’Neills Crotta, Kerry
The quarter Final paired probably the furthest clubs in the competition, Buncrana ,Donegal and O’Neills Crotta, Kerry, Which why the Féile is such a special competition. Buncrana now were in no mood to lose this match while they may have lost to better teams that morning. They had started to get their game going while the game was exciting. Buncrana were always in control and finished with the victory they deserved. The final score was 2-6 to 1-3 to Buncrana this meant Buncrana was through to the Semi Finals
Game 5 Semi-Finals Vs Sallins of Kildare
We now had another trip to South Tipperary on the Waterford border to play Sallins Of Kildare we all felt for the boys as the last match finished at 3pm while their Semi-Finals won’t start until 6.45pm which was a long down time to get sorted for their next game. This again was going to a close game and Buncrana took a good lead, However just on half time Sallins drew level. This seemed to inspire Sallins as they then added 2 quick goals to take a 6 point lead. Again Buncrana were not going to go down without a fight and battled to the end but just as they were getting on top the final whistle blew and we’d ran out of time. Final score was 3-4 to 3-1 to Sallins
The Buncrana team gave their all and represented Buncrana and Donegal with great pride.
The management of Tommy O’Neill, John O’Doherty and Francis Craig must be given great praise for looking after the boys all year. Also great thanks must be given to Catherine O’Neill for all her work behind the scenes and Thanks given to Deehan Family for their Sponsorship of the Team Gear
Also a big thanks to Templderry/Ballinahinch clubs for their hospitality throughout the weekend and for looking after the Buncrana Boys
NEED YOUR HELP Folks….
Here is a great opportunity for us to received much need gear for our underage…..and it’s you that can help….Here’s how it works
With every €40 you spend with your real rewards card over the next 8 weeks you will received a voucher for the club of your choice (preferably Buncrana Gaa Club Og) drop this voucher into the box at the entrance to the toilets, if we manage to get 2000 vouchers we will all the mentioned gear FREE courtesy of our local Supervalu…..Please Start Collecting Folk
Recycling Bin
Buncrana GAA has a recycle bin at The Scarvey. Anyone who wishes to place old clothes, shoes, curtains, towels etc… can do so. This helps raise funds for the club. Open for anyone to use.
Bord Na nOg
Gaelic football
Boys & Girls
U6 Fundamentals Fridays at 6.30pm
Boys
U8 Boys Friday from 6.30pm – 7.30pm
U10 Boys Friday from 6.45pm – 8.00pm
U12 Boys Friday from 6.30pm – 8.00pm
U14 Boys Friday from 7.00pm – 8.30pm
U16 Boys Monday 7.00pm
Girls:
Reminder to everyone that our underage girls training has moved outdoors!
U10s girls on Friday from 3:30 to 4:30pm
U8s girls on Friday from 4:30 to 5:30pm
U12, & U16 Girls on Monday 6.30pm
U14 Girls Wednesday 4.00pm
Training in The Scarvey, Bring gum shield and water and €2 for training contribution.
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