Carnmore U13s Qualify for Championship Semi-Final
Carnmore qualified for the semi-finals of the U13 A Championship with an excellent win over Oranmore–Maree. Following recent victories over Turloughmore and Clarenbridge, Carnmore knew that a positive result against Oranmore–Maree would secure them a semi-final position. Having won the toss, Oranmore–Maree played against the slight breeze in the first half and exerted early pressure which was more than matched by the defiant Carnmore defence with Ronan Grealish, Conor Flaherty and Ian Butler in the full back line and Gary Fox, Enda Collins and Fintan Cogley on the half back line, quashing the early attacks Oranmore–Maree were creating.
There were tough exchanges around the pitch, particularly in midfield where Gearóid Hennessey and Ronan Hanley fought for the upper hand. After the opening quarter, Carnmore got a foothold in the game and were rewarded with two excellently executed frees from Ciarán Keane followed by a well taken goal from Harry O’Gorman. Oranmore replied with a goal and two points to level the match approaching halftime. O’Gorman again found the net with some excellent build up play from Fergal Feeney, Shaun Killilea and Rory Carberry.
Carnmore went into the break two points to the good. The second half saw more good hurling from both sides and Oranmore–Maree had a dominant spell and scored two goals and two points with Carnmore replying with points from Gearóid Hennessey and Ciarán Keane. Carnmore introduced substitutes David Feeney, James Cummins and Aidan Grealish to the fray and they had a big influence coming into the closing stages.
With the clock ticking down and Carnmore trailing to a score of Oranmore–Maree 3–5, Carnmore 2–6, the true spirit of the Carnmore squad came to the fore. Carnmore went in search of the winning scores, and with a well taken goal from Mark Slevin, followed up by another point from the impressive Ciarán Keane, Carnmore led by two points approaching injury time. Oranmore–Maree responded but after a fine save from goalkeeper Ryan Fox the visitors were awarded a penalty. Needing a goal to win the game, Oranmore–Maree had a well taken penalty which was well saved and cleared by the Carnmore men who took a hard fought but well deserved win.
Carnmore 3–7
Oranmore–Maree 3–5
Childline Church Gate Collection
Childline are seeking volunteers to help with their church gate collection in Claregalway Church this weekend, 19th and 20th of July. If you would like to help, please call the Childline Office on 091 532422, or Tom Costello at 087 6398146 or email [email protected].
U16s
Carnmore U16s played the cup semi-final against Ballygar, yesterday evening in Kenny Park, Athenry. They were unsuccessful in their quest for a place in the final. Final Score: Ballygar 3–14, Carnmore 0–8. Hard luck to the lads and their mentors and best of luck to those involved in the upcoming U15 Championship.
Hurling Cúl Camp
134 children took part in this year’s Cúl Camp, which finished today. It was a successful week for the club and for the children of the community.
U12s
Carnmore U12s played a strong Athenry team on Wednesday evening the 9th of July in Carnmore. It was the sixth of their group games of the Ocean Hygiene League. The sides were level at halftime but Carnmore dominated the play in the second half and had taken a four point lead when the final whistle blew. Next Match is fixed for Turloughmore, Carnmore v Turloughmore on Wednesday 25th of July at 6.30pm.
U11s
A series of matches for the U11 boys will commence shortly. The U12 League, which is due to finish next week, prevented many clubs from being available for U11 games.
Senior Hurling Championship
Carnmore v Athenry at 2.30pm on Sunday 20th of July in Kenny Park, Athenry.
Juvenile Training Times
- U6 Pitch 1—Wednesday 6.30–7-30pm
Contact Mike Ryan at [email protected] or 087 6690532 - U8 Pitch 1—Wednesday 6.30–7.30pm
Contact Tim Feeney at [email protected] or 087 3271311 - U10 Pitch 2—Monday and Wednesday 6.30–7.30pm
Contact Kevin Moran at [email protected] or 087 6780870 - U12 Pitch 3—Monday and Wednesday 6.30–7.30pm
Contact Derek Healy at [email protected] or 087 2888528 - U14 Pitch 3—Monday 7.30–8.30pm and Wednesday 7.30–8.30pm
Contact Liam Slevin at [email protected] or 087 9788853 - U16 Pitch 2 —Monday 7.30–9pm and Wednesday 7.30–9p.m
Contact Tom Cogley at [email protected] or 087 6687939
New members are always welcome
