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STUNNED STAFF HAVE 50 YEARS’ COMBINED COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE

Workers protest as Council closes local youth centre

 MARK O’BRIEN STAFF at a Tallaght community centre are occupying the premises in protest after being told last week the centre was to close – with the loss of five jobs – without prior notice.

Staff at Brookfield Youth and Community Centre were also told they would be locked out of their workplace an hour after the Full Story – See Page 8 notice was handed down.

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SCOIL MOCHUA | ‘FAST-TRACK BADLY-NEEDED REFURBISHMENT’

The school is grossly inadequate for needs of these children - TD  MARK O’BRIEN

A CLONDALKIN school for children with disabilities is appealing to the Department of Education to fast-track a badly-needed refurbishment of their school building.

Scoil Mochua caters for pupils between the ages of 3 and 18 that have a range of disabilities including physical and other severe learning disabilities.

The Department of Education have assured staff at the school that it will consider refurbishing the school in the future but they say that the building does not currently meet the needs of pupils.

Acting principal Suzann Byrne

told The Gazette: “Our building is so bad that we’re asking to be fasttracked.

“We have 73 students in our school and our remit is physical disability.

“Some of our children are in standing frames – which are large pieces of equipment – or electronic wheelchairs or beds that they have to lie in.”

The issue was recently raised in the Dail by Fianna Fail TD John Curran.

Speaking during a special debate on the matter, Deputy Curran said: “I recently visited the school to meet with management, staff and pupils, and it was during

this visit that I had the opportunity to take a first-hand look at the poor condition of the premises.

“More importantly, I saw the difficulty posed for these children to carry out their daily activities in an inappropriate environment that is not fit for purpose, particularly for those with physical disabilities given that there is no space to manoeuvre wheelchairs or walking equipment.

“The school, which has a large catchment area that spans parts of South and West Dublin and even includes North Kildare, is grossly inadequate for the needs of these children.

“These children face signifi-

cant challenges and although the physical condition of the school should not be adding further difficulty, unfortunately it is.

“While staff have indicated that the Department of Education has assured them that a new school build will be explored in the future, these children and the pupils who will enrol in the next school year, simply cannot wait.”

Deputy Curran also called on Minister for Education Richard Bruton to consider advancing the project as a matter of urgency.

The Gazette contacted The Department of Education but they did not respond at the time of going to press.

Sword of State set for return to capital THE Office of Public Works is hosting the Making Majesty: Building and Borrowing the Regal Image Exhibition at Dublin Castle.

This exhibition explores the shaping of the royal and viceregal image at Dublin Castle through grand architecture, stately ceremonies and fine furnishings, and reflects on the later use of that image in the formation of independent Ireland.

This exhibition sees the return of the Irish Sword of State, lent by Her Majesty The Queen from the Royal Collection.

This precious object, which is usually on display in the Jewel House at the Tower of London, was made in 1661, is of exceptional significance in Irish history.

For 261 years, the Sword symbolized the authority of the King or Queen in Ireland and was the centrepiece of great Irish ceremonial occasions.

FASTNews

Spice company is cooking up OH FAHL hot flavours!

A LOCAL company has launched what they say is Ireland’s spiciest curry powder.

OH FAHL, created by Clondalkin-based company Spice Devils, was launched as part of Bank of Ireland’s Enterprise Town last week in Moyle Park College. The event also coincided with Moyle Park’s 60th anniversary and was attended by Tanaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Frances Fitzgerald.

Shakeel Kan of the multi-award winning company said he hopes that OH FAHL will be a great success. “I do agree that any fool can make a hot curry,” he said. “But not many would be able to create a perfectly balanced blend where there is heat as well as great flavours.” Spice Devils also hopes to organise community cooking events in Clondalkin.

Public policing meeting to address local concerns WEST Tallaght Local Policing Forum will hold a public meeting next week.

The meeting will take place on Tuesday, October 10 in Fettercairn Community Centre from 7-9pm.

The meeting offers an opportunity for all residents to bring issues and ideas directly to the Gardaí and the Council.

Some of the topics covered will include Dublin Bus and anti-social behaviour, a Garda policing overview report and a questions and answers session.

For further information, please contact Andy Lane on 01-4149000, ext. 4713, or by email at alane@sdublincoco.ie

Open workshop for the support of LGBT youth JIGSAW, the national centre for youth mental health, will host a one-day workshop this Friday on supporting young LGBT people.

The workshop is open to anybody who works or volunteers with young people.

Participants will gain knowledge of the language and terminology concerning LGBT issues and will develop an understanding of the current landscape of young LGBT people’s mental health. They will also be taught practical strategies to help build the resilience of young LGBT people.

The course is in Aras Chronain, Clondalkin, on October 6, 9.30-4.40pm. Contact 01-5380087.

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PEOPLE OF THE YEAR AWARDS | CHANCE TO NOMINATE SOMEBODY WHO DESERVES RECOGNITION

HUNT ON FOR HEROES CELEBRITIES and former winners have joined forces to launch the People of the Year Awards as the search begins to find Dublin’s 2017 heroes.

Miriam O’Callaghan and Celebrity Operation Transformation contestant James Patrice launched the awards with Aoibheann Mangan and Padraic Goodwin.

Pictures: MARK STEDMAN

RTE broadcaster Miriam O’Callaghan and Celebrity Operation Transformation contestant James Patrice launched the awards at the Mansion House in Dublin this week alongside former winners Aoibheann Mangan (11) and Padraic Godwin (12).

Now in its 43rd year, the awards, which are organised by Rehab Group, will be broadcasted on RTE One on Saturday, March 3.

The hit show has also found a new home and will take place at The Round Room in the Mansion House.

At the launch, celebrities and former winners urged the public to nominate their heroes – family, friends and colleagues – and those ordinary people who have done extraordinary things in Dublin.

Miriam described the awards as a “prestigious opportunity” to nominate somebody who deserves recognition.

Miriam added: “If you know somebody who has gone above and beyond the call of duty, the People of the Year Awards is

the ideal way to honour them. Throughout my career I’ve travelled all over Ireland and the globe, and have witnessed the amazing work and sacrifices that people make. The Awards reveal Ireland’s courageous spirit and remarkable achievements.

“It’s such a fantastic national celebration which recognises some truly amazing people across Ireland, from all communities and backgrounds. We all known people who deserve recognition, so I hope people get nominating their hero.”

Meanwhile, fresh from Celebrity Operation Transformation, presenter and social media celebrity James Patrice says it will be a highlight to his social calendar.

“The Awards is a ceremony where we get to honour those who would normally not be recognised. I’m so looking forward to attending what promises to be one of the most fabulous nights of the year,” added James The winners, who are all nominated by the Irish public, are finalised by a panel of adjudicators.

HOW TO NOMINATE Nominating someone is easy and the public can submit details of their chosen nominee online at www.peopleoftheyear.ie . The closing date for entries is Friday, December 1. All the winners are nominated by the Irish public and finalised by a panel of adjudicators. As well as a number of general awards, people can nominate their Young Person of the Year, Sportsperson of the Year, International Person of the Year and the Community Group of the Year.

Former winners include comedian Brendan O’Carroll, Olympian Katie Taylor, Detective Garda Adrian Donohoe, and Davitt Walsh.

For more information on the awards visit www.peopleoftheyear.ie Follow on Twitter @peopleawards and like us on Facebook – www.facebook. com/PeopleOfTheYearAwards

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Out and About

Michelle Blair and Anthony Curran

Brian O’Gaibhin and Leo McTiarnin

Round Tower visitor centre officially opened Danny McLoughlin, Mayor Paul Gogarty and Minister Frances Fitzgerald. Left: Donal Flynn and Aidan O’Byrne.

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AYOR of South Dublin County Cllr Paul Gogarty was on hand to officially open the Round Tower Interpretive Centre in Clondalkin this week. He was joined by Tanaiste Frances Fitzgerald and South Dublin County Council CEO Daniel McLoughlin at the event which featured entertainment from local community groups. The centre, which features an interpretative centre, exhibition space, cafe, gardens, terrace dining and craft shop, is now officially open to the public.

Billy Coman and Niall De Burca Ralph McGarry and Clodagh O’Brien

Declan Doonan, Stephen Deegan and Feargal O Suilleabhain

Jim Gavin with Stephen and David Flynn

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Out and About

A ‘Laurelolly’ for Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital Crumlin T

HE Laurels Charity Crew held a cheque presentaion night last week at the Laurels pub where €102,359 was handed over to Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital Crumlin. This is the group’s 9th cheque for the hospital and Gerry Cully from The Children’s Medical & Research Foundation was on hand to explain where the money will be spent. The crew will now look forward to their Santa Cycle and then their 10th anniversary cycle to Galway next year.

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MARCH FOR CHOICE | THOUSANDS TAKE TO THE STREETS OF DUBLIN CITY

THE REPEAL DEBATE FOLLOWING LAST SATURDAY’S MARCH FOR CHOICE WHICH SAW MORE THAN 40,000 PEOPLE TAKE TO THE STREETS OF DUBLIN, THE GAZETTE ASKED CITY COUNCILLORS AND TDS FOR THEIR STANCE ON NEXT YEAR’S ABORTION REFERENDUM. LAST week, Taoiseach Leo Varadkar announced that a referendum on the eighth amendment, which states that the right to life of the mother and the unborn child are equal, will take place in May or June 2018.

Under the current law, a woman can face up to 14 years in prison for having an abortion in Ireland. However, around 11 women each day travel from Ireland to the UK to access terminations.

The Gazette asked TDs and councillors for their position. All 39 councillors on South Dublin County Council were contacted, as well as the nine

TDs from Dublin MidWest and Dublin SouthWest constituencies.

Sinn Fein TDs Eoin O’Brion and Sean Crowe said they supported the party’s position of repealing the eighth amendment and the enacting of legislation to ensure safe access to abortions for women in cases of rape, incest and fatal foetal abnormality.

Their stance was echoed by Cllr Mark Ward, but other Sinn Fein councillors said that they were pro-choice.

Cllr Brendan Ferron said: “Those who know me will know that I support the right of a woman

to have full control over her reproductive rights, but also that the policy of the party will be determined by the membership as a whole, and I will respect that decision.”

Cllr Enda Fanning said: “As a man, I simply do not believe that I should dictate to women what they should or shouldn’t do with their bodies. It is their choice, not mine.”

Cllr Louise Dunne said her position was prochoice. “I believe every woman should be able to make decisions over their own body and be able to access safe abortions in this country for whatever personal rea-

sons they have for making such a difficult decision,” she said. “Those who do choose, have their own unique and valid reasons to go through with the end of a pregnancy. Who gives us the right to make judgements or force any woman to go through an unwanted pregnancy?”

Cllr Sarah Holland said there was “work to be done on getting fully behind the campaign to repeal within Sinn Féin”.

She said: “I want every woman to have the healthcare options

that best suit her circumstance. I trust women to make ethical decisions about their own bodies.

It’s none of my business what their reasons are.

“Sinn Féin policy is to repeal the eighth amendment and allow abortion in limited cases. I was disappointed, therefore, that we didn’t turn up to campaign at last Saturday’s March for Choice.”

A number of independent councillors also spoke in favour of repeal.

Cllr Francis Timmon said: “I would like to see

an Ireland where women have the choice over their own bodies and are freely able to make decisions about their bodies.”

Cllr Deirdre O’Donovan said: “I trust women to make their own choices about their own bodies,” while Cllr Ruth Nolan also spoke in favour of repeal, as did Labour Cllr Martina Genockey and People Before Profit Cllr Madeleine Johansson.

Cllr Johansson said: “The ban on abortion in Ireland affects poor and migrant women d i s p r o p o r t i o n a t e l y.

Women who don’t have the means or ability to travel face the threat of 14 years in prison for taking safe abortion pills.”

Ta n a i s t e F r a n c e s Fitzgerald said: “I have always held the view that the Constitution is not the place to deal with the issue of abortion; this is a health issue which is best dealt with between a woman and her doctors.”

She added that now an approximate date had been set for the referendum, politicians have “a responsibility to engage in constructive and respectful debate in relation to their proposals”.

Fianna Fail Cllr Ed O’Brien said he believes in the right to life of the unborn child, but felt a referendum was now necessary, while Cllr Trevor Gilligan said Fianna Fail party members would be allowed a conscience vote on the issue and people should have their say on the eighth amendment.

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Text CORD for spinal charity SPINAL Injuries Ireland (SII) is to hold its national campaign day, Colour Me Friday this week, with volunteers wearing green and hosting fundraising events across the country tomorrow and Saturday.

The public can donate €4 to SII by texting ‘CORD’ to 50300.

There will be events all over Dublin with volunteers at B&Q Liffey Valley Retail Park on Friday from 9-7pm and in Liffey Valley Shopping Centre on Saturday from 9-7pm.

Currently, there are 483 people living in Dublin with spinal cord injuries, with this number rising annually.

Fiona Bolger, CEO at SII said: “The funds raised from Colour Me Friday will go towards SII’s Community Outreach Programme which provides support and information to people living with a spinal cord injury and their families. We would like everyone from Dublin to get behind our collection and support people living with a spinal cord injury in the county.”

To organise a collection, email emma@spinalinjuries. ie or call 01-6532180.

Terrifying raid in Lucan Village AN ARMED robbery took place in Lucan this week when a raider stole money from a cash-in-transit van.

It is believed the van was stopped outside Ulster Bank in Lucan Village when the incident occurred on Tuesday. No one was injured in the robbery.

It is understood the man left the scene in a Volkswagen Golf car.

Anyone with information in relation to the robbery can contact Lucan Garda Station on 01-6667300.

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TALLAGHT | LOCKS CHANGED ONE HOUR AFTER STAFF NOTIFIED

Youth workers sit-in over centre shut down  MARK O’BRIEN STAFF at a Tallaght community centre are staging a sit-in protest after being told that the centre was to close without notice last week.

The staff of Brookfield Youth and Community Centre (BYCC) were informed on Friday, September 29, that the company that operates the centre would cease trading and all employees were to be made

redundant with immediate effect.

No prior notice was given to staff, who were also informed that the locks would be changed an hour after the notice was given.

In a statement, the staff of BYCC said that the centre provides vital services to the area.

“BYCC provides a vital service to the community with five workers collectively having 50 years’ community experience

between them.

“BYCC pro v i d e s m u c h needed services/facilities for the community and young people (aged 10-21 years) in a disadvantaged area of Tallaght. “ F o r o i g e / Ta l l a g h t Youth Service and Dublin Dun Laoighaire Education Training Board are anchor tenants in the building providing resources/training/programmes.

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Louise Duffy and Colm O’Regan launching the Just Eat National Takeaway Awards. Picture: Naoise Culhane

Just vote and win a year’s worth of free takeaways!

Staff at the Brookfield Youth and Community Centre

“BYCC’s staff role is to facilitate and support these programmes.”

T he staff say that South Dublin County Council, who own the building, have made no contact with them in relation to the closure.

The statement added: “The closure of the centre with the loss of five jobs plus TUS and JI staff will have a huge impact on the community.

“The same community who have fought for over 20 years to have the centre built.

“There is no substitution for the present staff experience and service they have provided to the community over the last nine years. “ BYC C s t a f f w a n t South Dublin County Council to intervene to ensure the service stays open with job security for all staff.

“This has been a very stressful time for staff and their families, and also their colleagues in the centre, who are

unsure for the future of BYCC.” A spokesperson for South Dublin County Council said that they were working to ensure that the services offered to the community by the centre were not lost.

A statement to The Gazette said: “The Brookfield Youth and Community Centre Company Limited purported to cease trading as of 4.30pm on Friday the 29th of September 2017.

“As owner of the facility, the Council, while having no involvement or responsibility in respect of the business affairs of the company, is an xious to secure first and foremost the physical structure of the building and ensure that the security of it and the status of it is maintained.

“In addition, South Dublin County Council is committed to ensuring that a proper community resource replaces the services previously provided by the company.”

JUST Eat, Ireland’s leading online food ordering app, has called on the nation to back their favourite local takeaway by voting for them in the Just Eat National Takeaway Awards 2017.

The Awards, launched today by broadcaster Louise Duffy and comedian and author Colm O’Regan, recognise the quality of food and service in this important sector of the food services industry.

Everyone who votes has the chance to win free takeaway for a year.

Now entering their fourth year, the Awards will acknowledge the importance of choice for takeaway consumers and will feature 20 categories.

Currently, more than 40 cuisines are available on Just Eat, including healthy options such as Thai, gluten free, coeliac and Japanese.

Rewarding endeavour and county’s community spirit APPLICATIONS are now open for the South Dublin County Council Community Endeavour Awards.

The awards recognise and reward the efforts of the many individuals and community organisations that work together on an ongoing basis to deliver and implement improvements — in a sustainable and inclusive way — in the servicing of the needs of their local communities all across South County Dublin.

A huge prize of €3,000 is on offer to the over-all winner and there is also a Special Recognition Award worth some €2,000.

Plus, there are also ten Individual Category Awards worth €1,000 each on offer.

Applications can be made online at www.sdcc.ie, by contacting Community Services on 01-4149270 or by emailing communityawards@sdublincoco.ie.

The closing date for the receipt of applications is Friday, October 13, 2017 at 4pm.

Skills upgrades on offer for all at resource centre

QUARRYVALE Family Resource Centre are now enrolling for their autumn courses and workshops.

The centre offers a diverse range of courses in subjects such as parenting, beginners computing skills, mindfulness, art, creative writing and yoga.

Courses cost between €5 and €40.

There is also a free adult literacy course on offer.

For further information or to book a place on any of the courses, contact Susan on 01-6269151 or email, qrcdev@eircom.net.

Brookfield Youth and Community Centre

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Out and About

Sam Maguire fans up for a challenge!

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HE Sam Maguire paid Stewarts Sports Centre a visit over the weekend and he was escorted by the man who won it for Dublin.

Dean Rock – who scored the match-winning point in Croke Park against Mayo – was hosting the 1000 Burpee challenge at the centre on Saturday.

The event was a fundraiser for Stewarts Foundation, which provides services for people with intellectual disabilities, and many turned up for the challenge and to use the new public gym.

Conor, Ryan, Lauren and Sophie Haugh with The Sam Maguire Cup. Pictures: SIMON PEARE

Dean Rock with The Sam Maguire Cup at the 1000 Burpee Challenge, in Stewart Sports Centre, Thomas O’Grady and

Palmerstown

Geraldine McKeown Tresa McGee and Tara Smith with Dean Rock

Alan Clarke with The Sam Maguire Cup

Niall Molloy, John McGee, Daniel Fagan

Brian Fenton and Joan Maguire

and Alex Fagan

Linda, Niamh, Eimear and Eadaoin Lynch with The Sam Maguire Cup

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GALA DINNER: CHINESE BUSINESSES MARK THEIR SUCCESSES IN IRELAND

A celebration of immigrant enterprises THE Irish Fujian Business Association (IFBA) – an organisation providing a hub for people from the Fujian province in China who are operating businesses in Ireland – celebrated their 10-year anniversary with a magnificent gala dinner and cultural display in the Clontarf Castle Hotel.

More than 300 delegates attended the event, including Dr Yue Xiaoyong, the current Chinese ambassador to Ireland;

Xiaojie Wen, vicepresident, Fujian Federation of Returned Overseas Chinese; Brenden Foster, president, Dublin Chamber of Commerce, along as speaker on the night, former Fianna Fail TD Conor Lenihan.

Highlighting the growing economy in Ireland, digital marketing was the central topic of the evening, highlighting this as a key characteristic of companies surviving in the business sector.

The incoming president of the IFBA, Simon Lam, said: “The IFBA is integral to both Irish and Chinese companies prospering, growing, and finding new and exciting business opportunities in respective countries.

“This event celebrates the strong links between Ireland and China, not only in business, but also in the strong cultural diversity and community we share.”

The gala dinner, which

Linjia Zheng, Cindy Wang,

also hosted the fourth council inauguration ceremony with the introduction of the new IFBA committee, featured performances from Chinese

and Irish culture such as harpists, Irish dancing and a Chinese dragon dance.

The IFBA is fully recognised by the Chinese

Embassy in Ireland and, to date, has hosted and coordinated more than 10 investment opportunity events between China and Ireland.

Ava He, Zhiyi Lin, Yuying Yang and Ming Deehy, from the Chinese Irish Cultural Academy of Dance, danced beautifully at the gala dinner. Picture: Julien Behal

ENERGY SECTOR: 23 DUBLIN GRADUATES AMONG 70-STRONG COHORT JOINING PROGRAMME

ESB welcomes bright sparks SOME 23 graduates from across the capital are commencing a prestigious threeyear programme in the ESB. They form part of a cohort of 70 graduates from third-level institutions, spanning fields of engineering, IT, HR, marketing, trading and finance.

ESB’s tailored graduate development programme sees these graduates develop both professionally and personally, forming part of an ambitious drive by the company to recruit high-calibre talent from thirdlevel institutions.

This year’s graduates will be placed across five business units – ESB International, ESB Networks, Generation and Wholesale Markets, Business Services Centre and Electric

Pat Naughten (centre, above), ESB executive director with some of the 70 graduates. Pictures: Andres Poveda

Ireland.

The graduates studied in a cross section of universities and institutes of technology from around the island of Ireland and beyond.

Welcoming the Dublin graduates on their induction week in a Croke Park ceremony, Pat Naughton, ESB executive director, group people and sus-

tainability said: “These graduates join us at an exciting time.

As ESB celebrates 90 years, the energy sector is undergoing a major transition which will require fresh and innovate

thinking.

“ESB is leading Ireland’s transition to a low-carbon society, putting in place solutions today that will leave a positive legacy for generations to come.

“Our 70 new colleagues will play an important part in building this brighter, more sustainable future, as the company seeks to remain at the forefront of energy innovation.

“ESB offers diverse career path for all those interested in meeting these challenges of the coming decades.

“We are also pleased to announce that graduate recruitment for 2018 is now open and we are now inviting applications from final year students for next year’s programme.”

To join ESB’s 2018 graduate development programme, see www.esb.ie/careers/graduatedevelopmentprogramme.

Applications are currently open until October 24.

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DUBLINLIFE Let Dublin Gazette Newspapers take you on a tour of the news and events taking place across the city and county this week

HOLLY JUST WANTS A BIT OF TLC OUR Dog of the Week looking for their #SpecialSomeone* is Holly, a five-yearold female Terrier crossbreed who is looking for a loving family..

This sweetheart enjoys human company and gets worried when there is nobody by her side. On the other hand, when Holly feels safe and comfortable, she shows her independent spirit and does her own thing.

Holly is deaf and partially blind, therefore she is looking for a sensible, understanding and patient family.

Contact Dogs Trust on 01 879 1000; they are based in Finglas, just off Exit 5 on the M50. Map and directions can be found on their website, www.dogstrust.ie.

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21 AGAIN STUNNING model, singer and actress Nadia Forde helped the Jervis Shopping Centre celebrate turning 21 years old last week.

The talented Dubliner was on hand to hand out a host of amazing prizes as part of the birthday celebrations which included a amazing trip to Lapland for Gareth and Lauren Lambe with their children Jayden and Sienna (left).

Check out page 31 to see how you can win a shopping voucher for Jervis Shopping Centre worht a whopping €500. Picture :Leon Farrell/Photocall

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Aidan Gillen and Camille O’Sullivan

Aoife Kilbane and Leonardo Lacerda

Theatre festival opens 60th run Brid Horan, Tanya Banotti and Mary Banotti. Pictures: Brian McEvoy Photography

Ingrid O’Connor and Chloe O’Connor

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THE bright and beautiful stepped out in style for the opening night of the 60th Dublin Theatre Festival. The Suppliant Women at the Gaiety Theatre opened this year’s festival, which runs until October 15 and boasts 31 full scale productions, with 352 performances on over 17 stages. The Suppliant Women, which was performed last week, tells the story of the plight of refugees, civil war, democracy and ultimately the triumph of love. This acclaimed play from Actors Touring Company and Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh, recruits a volunteer community chorus in every city where it’s performed — and more than 50 locals joined the cast for this Dublin showing.

Cian O’Brien and Fiona Garvan

Valerie Zawada and Sheelan Yousefizadeh

Rory Nolan and Patrick O’Kane

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Out and About

Radio presenter Tom Dunne with his daughters Eva and Skye Baz Ashmawy, partner Tanja Evans and family

Lego Ninjago film is big hit!

TV3’s Debbie O Donnell and son Sam. Picture: Brian McEvoy

Izabela Chudzicka with little Michael Bux

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AZ Ashmawy, his partner Tanja Evans and family were pictured at the special family preview screening of The Lego Ninjago movie at the Odeon Cinema in Point Square Dublin this week.

Also there for Lego’s latest feature-length offering were popular broadcaster Tom Dunne and his gorgeous little girls Eva and Skye.

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FEATURE

RECYCLED FASHION: CHALLENGING STUDENTS TO CREATE UNIQUE OUTFITS FROM RECYCLED JUNK IRELAND’S renow ned recycled fashion competition Bank of Ireland Junk Kouture is back for its eighth successive year and they have announced that style guru Pippa O’Connor will join the judging panel.

As one of Ireland’s leading fashion and beauty entrepreneurs Pippa is perfectly poised to take up the mantle of judging the extraordinary talent of Ireland’s young fashion creators.

She will join X-Factor and Ireland’s Got Talent judge Louis Walsh who will once again bring his invaluable judging experience and insight into the entertainment industry to the panel along with fashion educators and experts Tracey Fahey and Jane Leavey.

Speaking on joining the judging panel, Pippa O’Connor said: “Seeing some of the designs from last year, I can really see the hard work and time that goes into creating these amazing creations!

“They are truly works of art!

I am really looking forward to meeting some of the incredible students involved in this year’s competition.”

Now in its eighth year the all-Ireland leading fashion and art competition for secondary school’s challenges students to create unique, original and innovative outfits from recycled materials and junk.

Call out for designers

Judges Pippa O’Connor and Louis Walsh along with students from secondary schools across Ireland at the launch of the Bank of Ireland Junk Kouture Competition at the Tivoli Theatre Dublin. Pictures: Brian McEvoy

Secondary school students from the five regions North, South, East, West and Dublin are invited to enter this year’s competition.

Students will need to have their entry designed ahead of registration which opens on the January 8.

For more information on how your school can get involved

visit w w w.boijunkkouture. com.

The competition is open to all students who are attending secondary school.

Last year saw a record number of applicants with over 1,300 designs entered which were whittled down to just 80 for the grand final in the 3Arena.

s entitled Colaiste Ris School wearing a dres Louis Walsh with Emma Duffy from en brok and r pape wall ers, chest of draw Pandora’s Box made from an old and Grainne Byrne den Mur e Chlo s gner desi ent Jewellery with her fellow stud

Marking a milestone with magnificent mural

Celeste Kapo, Alisha Kapo, Mia Lambe, Georgia Ashe, Kasey Mc Kenna and Kasey Thompson from Bradóg Youth Services.

Pictures: Leon Farrell / Photocall Ireland

JERVIS Shopping Centre has revealed a colourful collage created by children from local schools to mark the centre’s 21st birthday this September.

The project, which was proposed by Jervis, was initiated to engage with local community groups and create involvement in the centre’s 21st birthday.

Bradog Youth Services, located on Dominick Place, came up with the idea of working with children from local schools to design a mural that would be displayed in the Jervis Shopping Centre main mall over the birthday celebrations.

The 7ft tall mural was created over a two-day workshop in Bra-

dog Youth Services Community Centre and was facilitated by local artist Caitriona McGowan.

The finished piece is inspired by the iconic centre’s significant birthday and set against the backdrop of the Dublin skyline.

Derek McDonnell, centre manager for Jervis Shopping Centre said: “Jervis Shopping Centre was delighted to work with Bradog Youth Services on the design of the mural.

“The student’s involvement and enthusiasm for this project has been outstanding and their work is truly wonderful.

“We’re delighted to be able to showcase their artwork in the centre for everyone to enjoy!”

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CHILDREN: TURN YOUR BREAKFAST INTO A TASTY WAY TO DONATE TO THE CHARITY CHILDLINE left us feeling bowled over when we thought about the scale of their support for children all across the country as we contemplated the charity’s upcoming Cheerios Childline Breakfast.

Luckily, popular presenter and Childline supporter Lucy Kennedy was on hand at Fire restaurant in Dawson Street to help launch the upcoming fundraiser.

Lucy and daughter Holly were delighted to launch the event, with the pair calling on everyone to tuck in and support the Cheerios Childline Breakfast, taking place from Monday, October 16 to Sunday 22. Lucy, the ISPCC Childline and supporters Cheerios are calling on everyone to host a Cheerios Childline Breakfast to help support the nation’s only 24-hour listening service for children.

You can register today at www. childlinebreakfast.ie, or text RISE to 50300 to donate €4 (with Childline will to receive a minimum of €3.25).

AWARE OF A 24-HOUR CINEMA MARATHON? ON October 9, ODEON will be

Munch and crunch with pals to help Childline’s fundraiser

holding its first ever sponsored 24-hour cinemathon to raise vital funds for AWARE, in partnership with Entertainment.ie, at ODEON Point Square.

From 9am, film enthusiasts and supporters of AWARE can enjoy a unique movie experience like never before – all whilst raising vital funds for charity.

With only 60 seats available this is a unique cinema opportunity not to be missed. Tickets are €40 and participants will receive an online sponsorship page to share with friends and family to help raise much needed funds for AWARE, while the fee will cover 24 hours of movies, lunch, dinner and goodie bags, including

movie merchandise.

Films will include blockbusters such as Jurassic Park, and Almost Famous.

To sign up and for further information, see https://www.iregister.ie/, and search for Cinemathon.

CATCH THE FUTURE FESTIVAL AT THE RDS DESIGN and creative festival, The Future, is heading to the RDS in November 3 and 4.

The live design and creative festival celebrates the innovators in design, media, creativity and culture, and the role they play in the future of society, business and the spaces in between.

The Future is a festival of art, a festival of ideas, a festival of creativity. Inspired equally by music festivals and creative conferences, organisers are working hard to bring a fresh vibe and fun atmosphere to the festival with surprises around every corner.

More than 72 speakers will present across the four stages, all which will run in parallel, so organisers say attendees should expect to be delightfully surprised over the two days.

For further information, see thefuture.ie.

Presenter Lucy Kennedy and her daughter, Holly, launching the upcoming Cheerios Childline Breakfast 2017. Picture: Leon Farrell

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WOOL YOU JOIN THE CROWDS HEADING TO THE TERRIFIC TEXTILE EVENT AT THE RDS FOR ALL CRAFT ENTHUSIASTS? IRELAND’S biggest textile event for craft enthusiasts is back this autumn, with the return of the 24th Knitting and Stitching Show at the RDS. Taking place from November 9-12, the textile event will feature hundreds of unique demonstrations, interactive workshops and galleries curated by internationally acclaimed textile artists, alongside more than 150 must-see exhibitors selling specialist craft supplies.

Inspiring creativity for those seeking to learn a new hobby or simply develop their crafty skillset, attendees will get to choose from a jam-packed programme of workshops led by some of the world’s most reputable textile crafters, catering for everyone from have-ago amateurs to lightning-fast knitters.

For further information or to purchase tickets, see www.theknittingandstitchingshow.com/dublin.

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 JAMES HENDICOTT INVENTIVE Belfast solo artist Duke Special’s latest album is imaginatively different even by his standards. Peter Wilson - a mainstay of Northern Ireland’s boisterous music scene - has long drawn influence from his surrounds.

These include an album based entirely on a Paul Auster novel, and another based on the work of famous photographers featured in the New York’s MMA. Wilson jokes that his latest release, is influenced by “gardening,” (a genuine love of his) but quickly gets down to the real detail of forthcoming ninth album ‘Hallow’: putting to music the poems of popular Belfast writer Michael Longley.

“Poems don’t tend to have choruses,” Wilson explains of the challenges of the tracks, which carefully mirror Longley’s originals.

“I have a huge amount of respect for Michael, and I felt I had to be really careful about how I used his work. Some of his poems have a great refrain or a line at the heart of things that I could use, but to make them work I had to live with things a bit.

“I wrote one song over a year ago and gave it to him. He was speaking at an event, and he was really delighted and encouraging,”Wilson said of now 78-year-old Longley.

“After that I sent him stuff as I went along, including artwork, stuff like that. I really felt like it was a great responsibility. It was both wonderful and scary.”

Wilson is being typically modest: under the Duke Special moniker he’s become a stunningly delicate performer, basing his style on intricate and smartly-charming piano tracks, soulful, honeyed vocals, and a turn of phrase Longley himself would no doubt appreciate.

Bringing his influences very much from the music hall days, he’s a theatrical, dreadlocked, vaudeville-style performer, seemingly aiming to connect deeply with his crowds. Wilson has twice been nominated for Ireland’s national music prize, Choice. He tells us he likes to be “a bit of an enigma on stage,” and has referred to his look at “hobo chic.”

Much like his earlier work - check out hit singles “Freewheel” and “No Cover Up” to get a feel - “Hallow” very much draws from the old school of music. It’s written almost entirely around piano and vocals. Sure, Wilson layers in plenty of other instrumentation such as double bass and guitar that he describes as “layered and embedded around” the main tracks, but the heart of his music is very much one man, one great tune, and a piano.

“I’ve always wanted to give people a way into what I’m singing about,” he explains.

“They can make to it what they will - I don’t want to be one of those singers who explains songs, because it means something different to different people - but I do want people to connect with the topics, be they a Paul Auster novel, a play, or a selection of old photographs from the 1800s [all of which are previous subjects of Duke Special albums].

Special delivery Belfast’s most enigmatic man turns his musical lense on another poignant theme

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Ireland v Moldova

A win in this latest World Cup qualifier for the boys in green, who are playing their last home game of the group stages, is likely to mean they go to Wales with all to play for. Get behind the players at the Aviva on October 6.

Leinster v Munster

And exactly one day after the Eastern Europeans depart from the national stadium, it’ll host a different kind of key contest: the first of the big derbies for Leinster in the revamped Pro-16, as bitter rivals Munster come to town. October 7.

LEINSTER V MUNSTER

Dublin Festival of History

The fifth edition of this annual event returns to Dublin, with this its final and most enticing week. With dozens of free events on through the week, you can learn through talks, films and events, all listed at DublinFestivalOfHistory.ie.

Jewellery and Bead Weaving

Afternoon A small class hosted by Design House will introduce you to jewellery production with a variety of techniques, through which you can make your masterpiece while sipping on a glass of wine. October 8.

Ulysses

The Joycean classic gets its latest retelling at the Abbey Theatre, with Dermot Bolger promising a more accessible retelling of the single-day tale than the author’s notoriously difficult to grasp book. Until October 28.

The Nightmare Realm

A scream-inducing event at the RDS that’s worked its way up to the capital via Cork and Kerry over recent years. Designed to test your fears to the limit, this is very much not for kids. Until November 4.

Little Hours “I like that the meaning might not be so in your face. I have a little theatre background,” he admits.

“On stage, I become an amplified version of myself. I embrace it, using props and playing with how I look. You’re always aware you’re on stage, but there’s no point in going up and being self aware.”

“I probably used to be a lot happier on stage, though. I used to do long stretches, six months at a time on tour sometimes. Life has changed a bit, and I don’t really want to do that anymore.

“In fact, if I could just play in Belfast over and over again for a year, I’d probably do that, to be honest. Performing is a real chance to express yourself, though, and I do love to do that. I’m

just not so in love with the actual travel and touring part anymore. I have things waiting for me at home, you know?”

“Hallow” was produced through crowdfunding, with those who supported the album earlier this year getting a unique copy that will never reach the shops. Wilson describes the experience - which included creating his own crowdfunding website - as “humbling”.

“It gives me faith to go and do it. I’ve been around for enough time now that people who like me know what I do, and that I like to explore.

“I couldn’t go all in and do the patreon style thing, as it just seems to require so many constant updates and constantly producing stuff,

which is not really how I want to work. For me, there’s a little bit too much ownership being given there. But this felt really free, it allowed me to do the artistic thing that I wanted to do.”

In truth, Duke Special doesn’t fit naturally into the Irish music scene.

He totally eschews current fashions - something that’s always been more of a positive than trying to adapt to them - and has a wonderful habit of making much from the pieces of art that absorb him. He tends to sing in fantastically phrased near-riddles that just ooze inventive songwriting.

Hallow is out on October 6, while Duke Special plays Draiocht Arts Centre, Blanchardstown on October 14 as part of his Irish tour.

The Donegal duo who’ve become radio darlings in recent months drop in on Dublin to play the opulent surrounds of the Sugar Club.

With their debut album on the horizon, catch them while they’re hot on October 11.

Cry Monster Cry

Following three sold out shows at Whelan’s, talented Dublin brothers Richie and Jamie Martin bring their distinct brand of thoughtful songwriting, fraternal harmonies and textured acoustic arrangements to The Button Factory Stage. October 13.

New album of the week

Marilyn Manson - Heaven Upside Down. The self-proclaimed king of darkness returns with more roaring, melodic goth-pop.

This tenth studio album has been delayed by eight months while Manson carried out some rewrites, and is said to be “hypnotising”.

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DUBLINLIFE FASTNews Octavia gets some Skoda has given its most popular car, the Octavia a subtle facelift, while adding more technology to the specifications, as MICHAEL MORONEY found out during his recent test drive. The Octavia’s spaciousness remains its unique point and now with added style and improved performance.

Michael Sheridan and David Walshe of the Irish Car of the Year Committee, who have already begun to study form among the field of runners for this year’s awards and, holding the Irish Car of the Year trophy, Tom Dennigan from awards programme sponsor, Continental Tyres

58 cars compete for 2018 Irish Car of the Year title A field of 58 cars are eligible for the Irish Car of the Year 2018 awards, in association with Continental Tyres, it was announced last week. The Irish Car of the Year 2018 will be revealed at a gala event in The Gibson Hotel, Dublin, on Thursday, November 9.

The awards are voted on by a panel of motoring writers from across Ireland and the title has been awarded for more than 40 years. Last year’s overall winner was the Mercedes Benz E-Class, which has since gone on to great success in the market.

easytrip will pay your M50 toll charge penalty

SKODA’S Octavia to the overall car is the brand’s bestdesign. While that selling car in Ireland, car has more techEngine 2.0 litre accounting for almost nology than ever 45% of all Skoda sales before, there is just Engine power 150hp in the country. no compromise on 0 – 100km/hr 8.5 seconds The reason is clear, the space. Relative Economy 22km/litre a combination of to the competition, (4.5/100km or 63mpg) value, space and now the Octavia has Fuel Tank Capacity 50 litres newly added style. more load space in CO2 emissions 119g/km The space factor is the boot and commost pronounced in fort for the passenRoad Tax Band A4 €200 the Skoda Octavia gers, both front and Main Service 20,000km/12 months Combi, the estate car back.

Euro NCAP Rating 5 star (2013) version that’s now The extra technolWarranty 3 years available across 14 ogy features for the Entry Price €23,895 model options from 2017 Octavia include the entry level 1.2alloy wheels and a litre turbo-petrol car, to the most on the road. This model is smack larger touch screen infotainment expensive 2.0-litre turbo-petrol in the middle of the range and system. The Skoda SmartLink+ version that’s claimed to be a true with the added DSG automatic system allows Apple CarPlay rocket machine. type gearbox, my driving comfort and Android Auto connectivity Within the middle of the Octa- was assured. while LED rear lights, air convia range is a host of popular and The Skoda Octavia Combi ditioning, and automatic postbest-selling diesel powered cars. range has been well recognised collision braking system are now For my recent test drive, I’ve for its space. The new Octavia included in the range. had the 150bhp version powered for 2017 gives some added style The test car was the Style verby 2.0-litre turbo-diesel engine, features to give a new sharpness sion, one step from the intro

Skoda Octavia Estate 2.0 TDI

level Ambition model and that brought a nine-inch touch screen system that included satnav and larger 17in alloy wheels.

The price lift is €1,400 from the base model, while all other features of the car’s performance are very similar.

This new Octavia comes with improved connectivity through what is called the Skoda Connect system. This is comprised

MOTORING services specialist, easytrip, Ireland’s only electronic parking and tolling tag provider, has announced a ‘pay the fine’ campaign for any motorists with an unpaid toll or a penalty notice for non-payment of an M50 toll charge.

Targeted at car drivers who are occasional users of the M50, easytrip is offering to pay up to four M50 penalty notices per driver plus the chance to sign up to a ‘pay as you go’ easytrip toll tag to avoid getting a fine in the future. Car drivers that have received an M50 penalty notice can simply contact easytrip to get the penalty paid, set up an account and start saving on M50 tolls. The easytrip campaign is running for a limited four week period from September 25, 2017.

The M50 toll costs €3.10 per journey for cars that don’t have an electronic toll tag. With an easytrip tag, motorists only pay €2.10. This is a saving of €1.00 per journey, which can save a commuting motorist over €500 per year.

Colin Delaney, chief executive officer of easytrip

Toyota Sandyford MD Loughlin Murphy with Brent pope, Alan Quinlan and Ian Nagle

Ireland, said: “Motorists who occasionally use the M50 intend to pay the toll charge yet many miss the 8pm deadline the following day. This is not uncommon, as we all have busy lives and important destinations to reach. Unfortunately, those drivers that do forget receive an M50 penalty notice letter in the post. M50 toll penalties can exceed €40 if not paid within 14 days, and €100 if not paid within 56 days with the threat of legal proceedings to follow if still unpaid.”

Gala night at Toyota Sandyford THE GALA Launch Night at Toyota Sandyford brought the world of politics, sports and entertainment together in style. Amongst the guests were former An Taoiseach Brian Cowan, TV3’s Colette Fitzpatrick and Alan Hughes, Karl Broderick and, fresh from her stint on RTE’s Operation Transformation, Mary Byrne.

Also in attendance were sporting stars Brent Pope and Alan Quinlan, as well as Nora Casey, Amanda Brunker and Anne Doyle.

Loughlin Murphy w ith Charl Cowen an ie Chalke d Tom Ma , Brian ngan

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Mercedes-Benz plans an awesome 2018 and new models in every segment MERCEDES-BENZ has described

E-Class this year, according to

its latest initiatives for the 2018

Mercedes-Benz sales manager

as being awesome as it plans to

in Ireland, Ciaran Allen. There

expand ownership and sustain

will be an increased emphasis on

market growth in Ireland. Mer-

AMG refinements and a focus on

cedes-Benz aims to have a car

their improved specifications as it

in every segment of the market

targets Audi and BMW for market

as it plans to 18 new models over

leadership.

the nexteight years in its goal to

from this new specifications/

luxury car market globally.

price equation are CLA and GLC

great acceleration. This engine has a high torque rating and this ensures good acceleration of 8.5 seconds in a 0 to 100km/ hr race, despite its relatively large size.

The six-speed DSG gearbox is a real comfort to use even if it appeared a little sluggish from a cold start.

The engine power delivers impressive response from the system, especially on the open road and during

stop/start city driving.

The car comes with an improved economy rating of 22km/litre (4.5/100km or 63mpg). Real life driving brings different results and over an average of an 1150km test drive I found the rating to be about 25% high, which is still a reasonable figure for a car of its size and spaciousness.

Entr y prices for the Skoda Octavia Combi start from €23,895 for first level

1.6-litre turbo-diesel powered car, while the 2.0-litre turbo-diesel versions start from €28,650. This is a big car and sees the benefit of the bigger and more powerful engine in achieving good longer run performance with a full estate car load. As part of the Volkswagen Group diesel upgrade scheme, this Octavia now can offer even more value, depending on the age of your existing car.

Liberty Insurance calls for urgent action on fraud and increased data sharing LIBERTY Insurance claims that urgent action is needed to further motor insurance reforms on areas such as fraud and increased data sharing. CEO of Liberty Insurance, Sharon O’Brien made the comments as the insurer held a stakeholder event where it brought together a number of leading Irish and international motor insurance experts to debate the challenges in successfully implementing motor insurance reform.

Liberty Insurance’s key policy priorities for driving further reform of the motor insurance market include: • More rigid enforcement of existing legislation on prosecution of insurance fraud; • Establish a National Fraud Data-

base, overseen by the Central Bank; • Fast-track a dedicated Garda Insurance Fraud Unit; • Enhance training for judges on appropriate personal injury awards • Strengthen the powers of Personal Injuries Assessment Board • Legislate for driverless cars in Ireland Sharon O’Brien said: “Liberty is one hundred percent committed to reform of Ireland’s motor insurance industry. We recognise the significant pain that customers have felt over the last number of years. We have played a key role in the work of the Cost of Insurance Working Group and will continue to do so.

“Important progress has been made. However, we believe that a

concentrated focus in the areas of fraud and data sharing in particular is needed to drive further successful reform and ultimately drive down costs for motorists. We have to prioritise those initiatives that will have the greatest impact; fraud is a key driver of increased insurance costs and it needs to be tackled head-on, in the interests of our customers.

“We believe that our proposals send out a strong message: anyone who commits fraud will not gain by it and will instead face stiff penalties when they are caught out. We also want to see data shared between insurers and the Gardaí more effectively, to ensure greater cooperation between both in detecting and stamping out fraud.”

to top-of-the range models like

achieved a 36% average annual

the new remodelled S-Class, first

growth over the past four years.

versions of which have arrived

It claims that for 2017, its sales

here at a lower-than-expected

are running 32% above the same

price marginally above €90,000

period last year, despite an overall

for the S 350 version.

10% market decline.

Mercedes-Benz in Ireland aims

of two categories. The infotainment Online services provide additional information such as weather reports and parking space availability, along with realtime navigation details.

Care Connect system provides remote access as well as driver assistance through a renewable SIM card connection.

Out on the road and the 150bhp turbo-diesel engine is a strong performer with

Other models likely to benefit

secure number one position in the Mercedes-Benz claims to have

The new look Skoda Octavia Combi is a spacious estate car version of the Skoda brand’s most popular car

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MOTORING

“Our overarching commitment to maintain a competitive

to bring the C-Class and E-Class

specifications/price position

ranges to first place in their

across our range, now and into

respective market segments,

2018, is one that will be reflected

building on the 22% sales increase

in awesome cars with awe-

being achieved by C-Class and

some specifications at awesome

the 70% increase in sales of

prices,” Allen said.

The latest Mercedes-Benz S-Class has arrived here after a mid-term revamp

Exclusive Dublin dealerships for Ballsbridge and Deansgrange MERCEDES-BENZ will be expanding its network of exclusive dealerships in Dublin in the coming months with the opening of two new Dublin City outlets. The MSL Ballsbridge dealership is being remodelled to provide a new 30-car showroom, while a completely new MSL Grange dealership at Pottery Road, Deansgrange, will be opened in October with a 22-car showroom.

Mercedes-Benz place greater focus on other fronts during 2018.

One of these will be to introduce customers to the many attractions and advantages that its ‘Connect Me’ system offers, including a ‘track and locator’ function useful should the vehicle ever be taken without authority.

On the used car front, new ‘Mercedes-Benz Certified’ branding will also be introduced, the purpose to standardise current approaches and present a uniform, Europe-wide quality assurance message to used car customers.

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Godet Hem Knitted Midi Dress €45, Faux Fur Collar and Cuff Dogtooth Coat €115

Embellished Dress €195

Hot Pink Longline Coat €85, Ruffle Crinkle High Neck Blouse €42, Kayden Pearl Detail Slim Boyfriend Jean €52  EMMA NOLAN Style Editor

V by Very at Littlewoods Ireland has released their autumn winter collection with three stand out trends.

The themes of the collection are: Brick Lane – This trend is an eclectic trend of prints, mixing bold print blouses with vinyl and bright statement coats. Loafers is the shoe of choice, and this casual and formal trend plays heavily on embroidered denim, and frayed jeans mixed with sequin tops, bold statement dresses and soft separates.

Far & Away – This pretty dreamy trend is built on romantic florals and autumnal colours perfect for switching gears from autumn to winter. For this trend think fringing, eyelets, corsets, leather tie up trousers, shawls and cape cover ups, vintage inspired blouses and glamourous maxi and midi dresses.

Electric Ballroom – This trend is for dusky dark nights out! It is seductive with sequins, and is built on key accessories and essentials to get you ready for the party season ahead.

Available on littlewoodsireland.ie

Leather Look Frill Sleeve Dress €68, Oriental Bird Embellished Bow Chain Strap Bag €38, Bella Ankle Strap Minimal Heeled Sandal €35

bright & bold

Embroidered Yoke Lace Skater Dress €90, Bella Ankle Strap Minimal Heeled Velvet Sandal - Magenta €25

Full Lace Skirt €58, Lace Top €60, Bella Ankle Strap Minimal Heeled Sandal €35

High Neck Sequin Dress €155, Oriental Embellished Day To Bar Bag €38

Metallic Spot Dress €90, Bella Ankle Strap Minimal Heeled Sandal €35

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DUBLIN based jewellery designer, MoMuse, has recently introduced a unique new collection of fine jewellery and gemstone rings.

From understated necklaces, delicate bracelets and subtle gold earrings, to gemstone rings, each piece from the new collection is designed with love and hand finished with care in Dublin by MoMuse founder, Margaret O’Rourke.

Drawn to clean lines and linear shapes, the creative vision behind MoMuse, Margaret O’Rourke, explains; “I’m delighted to unveil the new collection of fine jewellery and gemstone rings as the next chapter in the evolving MoMuse design story.

“Inspired by a recent trip to Europe, the new collection features contemporary clean lines and classic emerald cut designs, which adds another dimension to our existing offering.”

Margaret’s store is located in Powerscourt Townhouse Centre in town.

18kt Yellow Gold with Sapphire and Diamond €3,400

19kt Gold Star Earrings €110

9kt Gold Star Bracelet €110

9kt Gold Bar Earrings €110 18kt Rose Gold ring with London Blue Topaz €695

Meet the Young Designer of the Year On, Friday, September 22, 2017 the leading lights of Dublin’s fashion set joined DublinTown in The Round Room at The Mansion House to celebrate Dublin Fashion 2017: The Collective and crown the 2017 Young Designer of the Year.

DublinTown and the esteemed judging panel were proud to crown, NAOMI AJETUNMOBI, from Grafton Academy of Fashion and Design, as this year’s Young Designer of the Year.

Naomi lives in Fairview and studied design at Grafton Academy of Fashion and Design.

Naomi Ajetunmobi celebrating with model Grace O’Mahony.

Pictures: Andres Poveda

18kt Yellow Gold Ring with White Topaz and Diamond €1150

Fine jewellery and gemstone rings

White Gold Ring with Blue Topaz and Diamond €1150

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TravelShorts

Take an Inch’ & go the extra mile for midterm bliss

THE ICE HOTEL: A TRUE JEWEL IN NORTH MAYO’S CROWN, YOU’LL DO WELL TO

Ice to sea view,

OVERLOOKING two magnificent stretches of Blue Flag beach, just outside the pretty heritage town of Clonakilty in West Cork, Inchydoney Island Lodge & Spa is a warm, polished and welcoming seaside hotel with a unique and wonderful thalassotherapy seawater spa.

Inchydoney Island Lodge & Spa has all the ingredients needed for a great family break this mid-term!

With frisbees and swing ball, kites, buckets and spades, croquet and skipping ropes available for use by both hotel and apartment guests, and with the stunning beaches of Inchydoney as the playground, both adults and children can indulge in all the fun of beach games, and the classic seaside activities of sandcastle-building and kite-flying.

If the weather doesn’t play ball, so to speak, all the family can enjoy access to the Seawater Pool, Children’s Play Lounge and Snooker Room.

During mid-term there will also be “spooky” children’s movies playing in the Netflix Room, such as Scooby Doo and The Goonies. Kids can also enjoy baking some scary but yummy treats with Chef Adam.

This mid-term break, Inchydoney Island Lodge & Spa have a two-night package available from €500 for a family of 2 adults and 2 children sharing a Family Room. The package includes breakfast on both mornings, access to the facilities and “Cooking with Chef” on one afternoon for the kids.

 ALISON O’HANLON

To find our more, visit www.inchydoneyisland.com

IF you haven’t been to the Ice House Hotel, you’ve yet to experience true luxury.

The boutique four-star hotel sits on the edge of the Moy estuary, just outside the north Mayo town of Ballina on the edge of the wild Atlantic.

Overlooking the rivermouth and across to the Woodlands that surround Belleek Castle, you really couldn’t wish to be anywhere else in the world.

When we arrived for a two-night break away from the kids, the warm welcome we received was

anything but icey. Our room, in the new part of the historic old property, boasted amazing views of the river, which you can almost touch from your bed.

The Ice House is in the perfect spot to wrap yourself in the wilderness of the West Coast of Ireland, all the while enjoying the fantastic food, soothing spa, bubbling hot tubs and super service that this award winning boutique hotel offers.

You can discover a world of raw, natural beauty right on your doorstep, and all the wonderful little touches that the Ice House Hotel offer will make it all the more sensational – a packed picnic for

If you fancy a nice break in the most beautiful of settings, you really won’t do better than the Ice Hotel, in beautiful north Mayo.

Take a seaweed bath and relax in the Chill spa while looking down the rivermouth of the Moy to the Atlantic ocean.

Breathtaking, blissful, and traquil, the hotel itself is a fusion of old and new, which it does seamlessly.

Oh, and the food is to die for! This place is a MUST..

your cycle or walking tour; bike hire; an umbrella to ensure a bit of rain won’t ruin your adventures; a freshly-drawn, hot bath or hot whiskey to warm you up after a surfing lesson or a game of golf on a links course by the blustery Atlantic sea.

From cliff walks to sea stacks, from spa treatments to seafood trails, the North Mayo

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Not every Rose is this much fun TREAT your little rascals to a memorable family break this Halloween with a trip to The Rose Hotel, Tralee where big comfortable family rooms, complimentary kids club activities and family passes to the Aquadome combine to make a family break that’s more treats than tricks!

Enjoy a one, two or three-night stay including B&B, a relaxing evening meal for two on a night of your choice while the youngsters enjoy dinner and the Kids Devilish Club with a variety of spooky Halloween activities from 6pm-9pm.

Also included is a family pass to the Aquadome, one of Ireland’s largest indoor water worlds. The Rose Hotel is the perfect base to discover all that the Kingdom has to offer, after a day of exploring relax and enjoy the warm and welcoming surroundings of the hotel including the newly launched Serenity Spa. Halloween offers run from 27th October to 4th November and prices start from €150.00 per stay based on a family of two adults and two children. For more information visit www.therosehotel.com or call +353 (0) 66 7199100

section of the Wild Atlantic Way has lots to inspire.

For the thrill-seeking, adrenaline junkie looking for an adventure filled break, choose from water sports, hiking, boat trips, fishing, horse-riding, adventure centres and more.

If you’re interested in spectacular scenery, peaceful walks and scenic drives, this beautiful coast has it all, including two signature points of the Wild Atlantic Way – Downpatrick Head and Keem Strand.

Unwind with seaweed baths, beach strolls and

spa treatments; nourish your body and excite your taste buds with the delicious food being produced in this area.

Catch a wave at Easkey beach or tee off for a game of golf beside the sea at Enniscrone Golf Club. Fish for your supper with a boating trip on the River Moy, right beside the Ice House Hotel, or enjoy a whiskey tasting at Connacht Whiskey Distillery. Visit and wander around the vibrant nearby towns and villages.

Visit www.icehousehotel.ie or call 096 23500 to book – and make sure you do. It’s perfect.

Kids: ‘Lemme take a Delphi..trip away’ THIS October midterm, pack up your family for a spooktacular trip to Delphi Resort and create memories that will last forever.

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THE GOLDEN CIRCLE Just misses the mark

WHILE Kingsman was generally well received, it’s sequel, The Golden Circle (Cert 16, 141 mins) looks set to be ... not so much. While the first film was a fun, daft antitode on dour spy films, the sequel – pitting the survivors of a secret British spy organisation alongside American counterparts to take on a new enemy – often looks great, but misfires a bit as it aims at genre conventions.

VICTORIA AND ABDUL Royally average fare

QUEEN Vic – the original, not the fictional East End boozer – was a fascinating, complex lady, but Victoria and Abdul (Cert PG, 112 mins) doesn’t do the legendary monarch next door many favours. Based on the true story of the elderly queen’s friendship with a young Indian clerk, it’s a film that’s high on luvviedom, but low on interest. It’s not terrible, but there’ve been plenty of better films about ’er maj.

DUNKIRK

The stuff of legends STILL lingering at some screens, Dunkirk (Cert 12A, 106 mins) takes us back to the infamous and desperate evacuation of British troops from Dunkirk in the early years of World War 2. Although the enemy is never really seen, its distant presence beyond the horizon slowly becomes tangibly more terrifying for the trapped soldiers, as the daring plan to rescue them unfolds. A gripping film.

MOTHER: A COUPLE’S RELATIONSHIP IS TESTED WHEN UNINVITED GUESTS

Oh Mother! It’s like nothing you’ve ever seen before JENNIFER Lawrence and Javier Bardem star as a wife and her poet husband in this much talked-about experimental thriller from Darren Aronofsky.

The couple live a life of tranquility in a secluded house, set against an edenic wilderness, until a series of strangers begin appearing at their door.

While there’s not much more to be said about the narrative than that, there’s plenty to take away from Mother! - an incredible central performance, an aesthetic unlike anything we’ve seen so far this year and a compelling central message buried beneath multiple layers of cryptic symbolism and religious allegory.

Make no mistake, Mother! endeavours more than a flirtation with arthouse cinema - this is the kind of headscratching, occasionallybaffling, often-offensive and morally reprehensible “art”

 MARTIN MACNAMARA

filmmaking that is very rarely permitted entry to mainstream cinemas.

Punters will leave in droves cursing any and all marketing material that attempted to pass Aronofsky’s latest off as little more than an A-list led psychological thriller.

Many will rally to the internet condemning the director.

Others will wallow in silence, only to find themselves mulling and re-mulling over the film’s meaning in the days and weeks to come.

Many will have sat back and simply injured/enjoyed Mother! for all its pure, unadulterated frenzy of violence and religious ecstacy,

only to happen on its meaning during a particularly concentrated bout of self-reflection in the shower a few days later.

Of course, those who paid attention in religion class will pick up on most, though unlikely all, of the films myriad layers of biblical references (if they haven’t already left the cinema with their religious sensibilities horrifically wounded).

Aronofsky weaves his film through with religious symbolism, some easily picked up on, others far more cryptic.

The aforementioned plot only really serves to link together these allegorical puzzles and draw out Aronofky’s message - consequently, to delve deeper into the film’s mysteries would be to spoil it completely.

The fun here is in enduring the madness and figuring things out - and, if you pay attention, you certainly will.

For all its layers of sym-

bolism and allegory, Mother! gets rather didactically heavy-handed in its final act - those who pick up on the filmmaker’s intended message may get a little weary of how hard he hammers it home in the film’s closing moments.

These thirty-or-so minutes are quite unlike anything that’s appeared on the big screen this year - meticulously arranged, intensely violent, and structured with the deft hand of an experienced artist.

It’s a feast for the senses and your ears will take some time to adjust to the unremarkable normality of the outside world once the credits roll.

The sound design in Mother! is truly original: beautiful, grotesque, vacillating from deathly silence to earth quaking clamour throughout. The horrific creaks, groans and moans of the house are the perfect partner to its Escher-

like architecture and uncanny geometry. If nothing else, the sound and production design teams will surely get some heavy recognition this coming awards season.

While most of the cast produce commendable performances as foils to Lawrence’s sanity, Mother! is predominantly about the actress’s central performance.

Lawrence does some serious heavy lifting here, rarely leaving the frame for the film’s two-hour run time.

Taking centre stage in the midst of Mother!’s highly claustrophobic cinematography, Lawrnece’s character is all we have to hold on to – accordingly, we become attached and root for her amongst all the chaos.

Mother! is not for everyone, and certainly not for the faint of heart. Leave your sensibilities at home, but not your sense – this is tough, but rewarding work.

Verdict: 9/10

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BLADE RUNNER

Definitely a cut above

ARRIVE AT THEIR HOME

NO, NOT the upcoming sequel, but the original, here presented in its The Final Cut (Cert 15A, 118 mins) form. Director Ridley Scott has never been better than with this cult, polarising film, which has seen almost as many edits down the years as replicants roaming the streets in its grim, grimy, neon-soaked future setting.

Catch this true cinema masterpiece if you can.

AMERICAN MADE

Trumps Tom’s last turkey WHILE Tom Cruise fans are probably still shouting “Oh, mummy!” after his recent colossal flop, American Made (Cert 15A, 115 mins) sees the Cuisemeister back on top form. Based on a real story, Cruise does what he does best, turning in a lovable rogue character as a pilot and hustler who gets caught up in running a huge, covert sting operation for the CIA. Daft as it is, it’s an entertaining return to form.

WIND RIVER

Casts a cold eye forth LAST but not least, last week’s film review, Wind Wiver (Cert 16, 107 mins) takes a look at the colder, darker side of Americana.

A murder in a Native American reservation leads to a slowly moving investigation, with the death of the American dream for far too many in the frame as much as its freezing landscapes and characters who’ve slowly lost their way.

A decent, interesting film.

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FEATURE: NEED A BIT OF TLC? TREAT YOURSELF TO THE HOLY TRINITY OF COMFORT, STYLE AND FUN The Vintage Tea Break package includes a stay at the plush Trinity Hotel (below left), and a delightful trip on ‘Pauline’ the vintage bus, where you’ll be treated to a wonderful afternoon tea .

Pictures: ALISON O’HANLON

A Ci-tea break ... with a twist

 ALISON O’HANLON JUMPING in a vintage bus, sipping tea while visiting the city and catching up with a good friend … what more could a girl want?

Dublin’s Trinity City Hotel has teamed up with Vintage Tea Tours to give you just that.

In need of a break and a little indulgence, I recently had the pleasure of enjoying a delightful afternoon tea from the top deck of “Pauline” a 1960s vintage double decker Routemaster bus.

Everything was perfect for this delightful trip and even a little rain could not dampen our spirits. A unique way to explore the city in style while taking in sights such as the Phoenix Park, Georgian Dublin and St Patrick’s Cathedral, it’s not your traditional guided tour of Dublin.

During the 90 minute tour, our Vintage Tea guides offer us interesting, fun facts along the way, allowing us plenty of time to chat and indulge while listening to the vintage jazz soundtrack.

The delightful staff and amazing spread of treats is simply charming. The food was devine, a perfect balance between sweet and savoury. Scrumptious finger sandwiches, scones, pastries and cakes adorned the plates and were teamed with a variety of teas and coffee to choose from.

With full bellies and feeling very relaxed it was time to return to the chic and stylish Trinity City Hotel to relax. Encompassing four original Georgian houses on Pearse Street in the heart of Dublin city, it’s a gem.

Newly refurbished, a wander around the hotel discovering its fascinating decor of animal statues, huge mirrors, chez lounges and beautiful fireplaces is a must before enjoying dinner in the Courtyard Restaurant, a nightcap in the bar and a restful night’s sleep in possibly the comfiest bed I’ve ever slept in.

After a hearty breakfast, it’s time to return to the real world and head for home, but rest assured as soon as we have some out of town visitors to stay I’ll be booking us back in for another Vintage Tea Break!  The Vintage Tea Break package includes overnight accommodation with breakfast and a Vintage Tea Tour. Prices starts from €219 per room. The Vintage Tea Tour runs three times daily from Wednesday to Sunday.

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FastSport LARGE DUBLIN CREW IN IRISH UNDER-19S: ST PATRICK’S Athletic’s Brian Maher, Bohemians Warren O’Hora, Shamrock Rovers’ Aaron Bolger and UCD’S Neil Farrugia were among a large cohort of Dublin-based players named in the Republic of Ireland Under19 squad for their upcoming UEFA 2018 qualifiers.

Tom Mohan’s side host the UEFA Under 19 European Championship Qualifying Round with Azerbaijan, Cyprus and Serbia visiting Waterford this week.

First up for Mohan’s side is a battle with Azerbaijan on Wednesday, before they take on Cyprus on October 7 followed by Serbia on October 10 - all in Waterford RSC. An ever-present in last season’s Elite Round, Brighton and Hove Albion midfielder Jayson Molumby returns for this year’s campaign with Head Coach Tom Mohan confirming the Waterford man as his new captain.

MOUNTAIN-BIKING: DUBLINER WINS WORLD SERIES WITH A RACE TO SPARE

Walkinstown’s Callaghan is on top of the Enduro world

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WALKINSTOWN’S Killian Callaghan was crowned world champion in the Under-21 Enduro World Series last weekend following a sensational few months.

The Dublin man raced consistently in each of the rounds on the series with a first place in Aspen and second in Whistler, Canada, securing the overall series lead, leaving him unbeatable going into the final round in Italy last weekend.

Enduro is one of the fastest growing strands of cycling in Ireland, consisting of timed downhill sections and untimed uphills. The winner of an enduro race is the person with the fastest combined times at the end of the day.

Although Callaghan is still only 20 years old, he started Enduro Racing four years ago, after spending years on all kinds of bikes – from motorbikes to BMX racing.

“I was doing motorcycle trials as a kid and then a year or so of BMX racing and I broke my leg, I was out for about six months,” he said of his beginnings in the sport.

Walkinstown man Killian Callaghan. Picture: Adrian van der Lee

“While I was out, my mates started doing Enduros. I was looking at it on Facebook the whole time while I was injured.

The minute I got better I just wanted to try it. I bought a cheap hardtail bike from my uncle and went out, did a race and loved it. I’m pretty much hooked since then.”

Although not a UCI discipline, Enduro recently was rec-

ognised by Cycling Ireland as an official strand of cycling, and last month a demo National Championship event saw 350 people enter.

T h e wo r l d c h a m p i o n describes the social nature of the sport: “It’s a day out with all your friends – you’re out all day, riding. There’s not much standing around – you do a stage and wait for your mates. You go back

up casually with your mates – that’s probably the best thing about it.”

The Enduro World Series has eight rounds across the world, with one of the highlights being the Emerald Enduro in Wicklow, hosted by biking.ie.

For the past three years, Sandyford man Niall Davis and his crew has held what is widely considered one of the best

rounds in the Enduro World Series.

Last month in Whistler, Canada, Callaghan came second in a defining moment of the series – his lead over the second placed overall rider, ironically called Nathan Secondi from France, was enough to mean he is unbeatable going into the final round in Italy.

He described the moment that he found out over the phone that the title would be his: “I knew my mam and dad would be up – they’re usually worried sick.

“I usually text them after each race was done, but I just rang them, cos I didn’t know what the points would be like.

I thought maybe my dad would be still be up. He was, and he told me I was world champion, and got enough points ahead of your man in second! Obviously I was delighted, but it was a bit of a shock.

“I burnt the candle from both ends this year – and got away with it. I work most days from 8am – 4pm, and some Saturdays too. It’s unreal getting to go to all these places, but you are doing it on a shoestring budget!”

Triathlon Ireland launch big new schools programme  sport@dublingazette.com

Aoife O’Connor, Alison Canavan, Cian O’Connor and Dylan McCambridge-Crossan. Picture: Morgan Treacy/Inpho

DUBLIN schools are being encouraged to register for TriHeroes, a schools triathlon programme which brings together the lifelong activities of swimming, cycling and running to inspire, motivate and challenge children to participate in a healthy and active lifestyle.

The TriHeroes programme, delivered by Triathlon Ireland and supported by Barilla, helps teachers introduce triathlon activities in a safe and positive environment.

The benefits of sport cannot be understated and recent Sport Ireland research has shown that students who play sport achieve, on average, higher points in the Leaving Cert than those that do not.

It also highlighted that swimming, cycling and running are the most likely sports to be continued into adult life.

Delivered by Triathlon Ireland’s development team, the programme is typically run over six 90-minute training sessions with students taking part in a mini triathlon at the end of

the programme giving students a taste of this hugely popular sport and exposing them to three sports that could see them excel in the Leaving Cert and later life.

The TriHeroes programme, launched in 2016, has helped hundreds of children and young teenagers gain confidence in swimming, cycling and running and has brought youth participation in triathlon to new heights.

Triathlon Ireland CEO, Chris Kitchen added: “We view triathlon as a sport that is suit-

able for people of all ages and abilities and that starts with children as young as four years old. Learning to swim and ride a bicycle with confidence are important skills for any young person, allowing healthy physical activity to become an enjoyable part of everyday life right through to adulthood.”

Primar y and secondar y schools can find out more about the TriHeroes pro gramme at www.triathlonireland.com and register their interest at schools@triathlonireland.com.

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UCD’s 20-game unbeaten streak comes to an end  STEPHEN FINDLATER

UCD women’s hockey club’s incredible 20-game unbeaten streak – dating back to March 2016 – in the regular season of the EY Hockey League came to an end at the hands of Cork Harlequins last Saturday as they fell 2-1 at Belfield.

The students started well and went ahead via Deirdre Duke’s shot after sustained pressure in the circle. Harlequins fought back, though, in the second quarter and got their reward when Roisin Upton picked out the bottom left corner.

It was a just reward as they began to dictate the pace and show greater urgency.

UCD enjoyed plenty of chances in third quarter but the Quins defence managed to block the majority of crash balls into the circle while Orla Patton’s yellow card slowed the UCD pace for a time.

The winning goal came from a superb Quins move, working the ball through five passes, first back, then left then back into Upton in the middle who slipped the ball into the path of the freerunning Naomi Carroll. She cracked a shot in from the right edge of the circle that took a slight deflection on the way in.

UCD had all the possession after that but, despite 13 penalty corners throughout the match, they failed to trouble the scorers again.

Elsewhere, Railway Union came from a goal down to draw 1-1 with Loreto in their Dublin derby as Niamh Carey earned her side a share of the spoils. Niamh Small had given Loreto the lead against the run of play when she slotted home.

Carey, however, finished off a fine team move to level in the third quarter to see both sides off the mark with a point.

Hermes-Monkstown got a taste of how tough things might be for them this term following a large number of summer departures as they lost 3-2 to Belfast Harlequins.

Goals from Lily Lloyd and Sadhbh HobanLogan had the Dubliners 2-1 ahead only for the northern outfit to draw level before half-time and then they won it late in the game when Rachel Johnston crashed home a penalty corner.

Capping a bad weekend for Leinster sides, Pembroke lost 2-1 to Ards at Londonderry Park with Chloe Brown scoring the clincher.

Junction 6 grappling with new popularity Dublin 15 jiu-jitsu club, Royal Grappling Academy, is going from strength to strength as they expand their horizons  PETER CARROLL sport@dublingazette.com

THERE wasn’t an inch of mat space that wasn’t occupied at Dublin 15 jiu-jitsu club, Royal Grappling Academy, at the open day of the all-new Junction 6 fitness centre on Saturday.

Popularised by the emergence of mixed martial arts, the grappling art has caught on as participants are afforded the ability to learn how to defend themselves and keep fit while avoiding taking punches and kicks like in other combat sports.

Although the club has been going from strength to strength since it was founded in 2011, head coaches Paul Fox and Roger Dardis are hoping to bring a whole new audience to “the gentle art” with the new premises.

T he club now sits among mainstream fit-

ness facilities at Junction 6, and Fox hopes that the new location will push some fresh clientele toward the sport.

“It’s a premium location for premium jiu-jitsu,” said Fox before Saturday’s children’s class got underway.

“In the six years that Royal Grappling Academy has been around, we’ve had seven different locations. We’ve gradually continued to grow.

“An opportunity like this presented itself, and it’s a new kind of idea for jiu-jitsu that will bring it into the mainstream alongside other fitness pursuits like yoga and Zumba.

“It’s a really great bunch of people here, so we’re hoping that we can all feed off each other.

The energy is great and it’s a good feeling to be around a bunch of people who are experts in their fields.

“It’s an exciting time for

the club.”

The club has extended its schedule to fit all types of aspiring jiu-jitsu players. Classes get underway at 6 o’clock each morning to satisfy the early birds.

Programs for children and teenagers will benefit from the new handy location too, and for kids that are too young to take part, Junction 6 also has a children’s play centre that gives adults a chance to get their training done.

“We have extended the schedule to fit all walks of life,” said Fox. “We have classes beginning each morning at six.

We have lunchtime classes, we have programs for children and teenagers.

Our aim is to bring the sport to as many people as we possibly can.”

While bringing a new stream of players into the sport might be the main goal for the new location, as an affiliate of the greatest proponent of the sport ever, Marcelo Garcia,

Members of the Royal Grappling Academy enjoying their surrounds at Junction 6 in Dublin 15

there is still a very active competition team that represents the Dublin 15 gym.

Both Fox and Dardis secured gold medals at the European Championships in Barcelona earlier this year, which led to them being awarded the first Marcelo Garcia black belts in Europe.

After a successful 2017, Royal Grappling Academy hopes to bring even more silverware home in the New Year.

“The club had 17 competitors over at the UK Masters competition last month and we finished fifth out of all the teams the competed that day.

That’s pretty good for a

small club from Dublin 15,” Fox said.

“It’s a been a big year with Roger and I receiving our black belts from Paul Schreiner, making us the only Marcelo Garcia black belts in Europe. It was great to receive that on the back of our gold medals at the European championships in Barcelona.

“We placed well at the Irish Open too, so now we’re just looking forward to another solid year of competition in 2018.

Really, we just want as many people training in the sport as possible.

“It’s a great way to keep fit and a great place to have a bit of fun too.”

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SOCCER: CELTIC TOO STRONG FOR LIFFEY VALLEY IN CUP DECIDER

Dream return for Shaw as Glens win in Cork RICHIE Shaw’s pair of goals in quick succession in the closing quarter helped Glenanne land a narrow 2-1 win over Cork C of I in Garryduff in their first EY Hockey League game of the season.

It was the former international’s first game for the club following two years in Australia and he made up for lost time with his gamewinning salvo.

It was a tie that took its time to get going with the first three quarters ending scoreless with precious little by the way of goalmouth action other than from penalty corners for each side.

Simon Wolfe did have an effort disallowed early on while Shane O’Donoghue had three corners for the Glens denied. John Jermyn drew the best from Iain Walker at the other end before Julian Dale save one off the line.

The game finally burst into life 11 minutes from the end when C of I’s David Lynch went close.

From Glenanne’s ensuing counter-attack, they won a corner which Richie Shaw was credited with the scoring touch. Four minutes later, he scored again for a 2-0 lead with nine minutes left. Dale did get one back on the closing whistle but it was too late to affect the destination of the points.

Barnhall move into UBL top half MU BARNHALL made it two wins from three in Ulster Bank Division 2B as they got the better of Leinster rivals Navan 21-15 last Saturday at Parsonstown.

The win lifted them into the top half of the table at this early stage of the competition, moving above Navan and Dungannon as a result.

They fell behind three minutes in to a

penalty but bounced back well before halftime as Luke Mellett’s try was converted by Rob Holt to swap the lead.

They added a second converted try before half-time to build a 14-3 and they looked to be home and hosed when Conor Lacey went over for the whitewash once again, Stephen Dwyer adding the extras this time.

During a lengthy period of injury time, Navan crossed for two tries to snatch a losing bonus point.

Ballyowen Celtic celebrate their cup success at the SDFL complex

Ballyowen’s SDFL brilliance U-12 O’REILLY CUP FINAL Ballyowen Celtic Liffey Valley Rangers  KARL GRAHAM

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BALLYOWEN Celtic produced a dominant performance in a 2-0 win over local rivals Liffey Valley Rangers to lift the U-12 Marie O’Reilly Cup at the SDFL Complex.

Ballyowen took the lead after 10 minutes when Ben Walker headed Samuel Ogidan’s cross towards the far post back into the path of Thomas O’Malley and the striker found the bottom corner from five yards.

They had a chance to

double their advantage a few minutes later when the impressive Ogidan was released down the left wing as Walker burst a lung strike on goal trying to keep up and get into the box.

Ogidan crossed and Walker reached it before the Liffey Valley defence b u t ke e p e r N a t h a n Debotte managed to palm the ball away.

Liffey Valley then thought they had equalised but a fine long-range strike cannoned back off the crossbar and Ballyowen managed to clear.

Ballyowen should have had their second goal when Gabby Ciotea made

DEVELOPMENT PLAN Top SDCC and FAI blitz draws nine local teams SOUTH Dublin County Council/FAI Development Officers recently ran a blitz for club academies in the local area.

The event was run in conjunction with the South Dublin Football League and allowed the players, coaches and parents to see the FAI Player Development Plan 5v5 game formats in flow.

Nine teams took part on the day with over 60 boys and girls getting their first taste of a match experience in a fun player centred environment.

a great run down the left wing, cut inside, and got a strike on goal that Delbotte did well to keep out.

Walker tried to follow up in the centre but a sublime last-ditch block from a Liffey Valley defender kept the score at 1-0.

Ciotea was starting to cause havoc down the left and created another good opportunity, this time for Ogidan. The midfielder ghosted into the box to pick up a pass from Ciotea but he lost his footing just as he was about to let fly and Liffey Valley came away with the ball.

Ogidan was involved again moments later when he played a good ball into

Walker who controlled and knocked past his marker. He lost control, however, and Delbotte managed to reach it first.

His attempted clearance was blocked and landed into the path of O’Malley just outside the box but a Liffey Valley defender did well to prevent him getting a strike at the empty net.

Liffey Valley had a rare chance after doing well to clear two successive corners, with Joshua Ewassa looking to get through on goal but Rachel Wall got across for Ballyowen to put out for a throw.

T hey had another chance when Aoife Farrell delivered an excellent ball

into the box for Ewassa.

He got his effort on target but it was well blocked and after a scramble, the ball was eventually hooked away.

W i t h 10 m i n u t e s remaining Liffey Valley poured forward in search of an equaliser and almost found it when Ewassa picked up the ball on the edge of the box and unleashed a shot towards the top corner that David Miclea did well to push away.

Ballyowen eventually sealed the win two minutes later in spectacular fashion when Ciotea casually stroked first-time into the top corner.

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SOCCER: EARLY GOAL LAYS BASE FOR PERFECT WIN

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Esker score great bargain with Dealz

The Tallaght Town side celebrate with their SDFL Under-13 Pat White Cup title.

Ikolba inspiration to White Cup final glory U-13 PAT WHITE FINAL Tallaght Town 3 Granada 0  KARL GRAHAM sport@dublingazette.com

TALLAGHT Town AFC lifted the Under-12 Pat White Cup after a dominant 3-0 win over Granada FC at the SDFL Complex.

Tallaght took the lead after just two minutes when Qwam Ikolba found space in the box and fired across the keeper and into the bottom corner Ikolba was almost in again moments later when Luke Hybyrne darted past two players before trying to find Ikolba at the back post. However, a Granada defender managed to get a vital touch to head behind for a corner.

Tallaght then had a

goal ruled out for offside after Ikolba found strike partner Sean O’Reilly with a lovely ball and he found the net via the post.

O’Reilly should have gotten his name on the score sheet shortly afterwards when he raced onto an excellent ball over the top and struck over the bar - squaring to Ikolba alongside him was probably the better option. Tallaght would go on to use the ball over the top to great effect throughout the game.

Granada then had a half chance when Harry Dixon pumped a free kick into the box towards a teammate who controlled before attempting to find the net with a hooked strike over his head.

The Blackrock side were struggling to cre-

ate clear-cut chances and Tallaght took a two-goal lead on 15 minutes. Ikolba was once again the scorer as he was left free in the middle of the box to side-foot home from a corner.

O’Reilly was presented with two fine chances to put the tie to bed before half-time but he failed to convert both to give Granada some hope going into the break.

Ikolba and O’Reilly were causing havoc amongst the Granada defence and it seemed like only a matter of time before one of them would add to the scoresheet.

The latter did finally find the back of the net for a well-deserved goal after he beat his markers to get on the end of Ben Madden’s cross and slot past the keeper.

Granada created a

string of chances during the remainder of the game with Owen Phillips impressing from the bench but they had to settle for the three.

“I thought the lads played very well today,” Tallaght manager Paul Madden told GazetteSport after the game. “We worked hard on it over the last few weeks.

“We could have scored a lot more, the lads really got stuck in. We had a game plan and we stuck to it.”

Madden also praised the influence his star strikerforce had on the game.

“Sean and Qwam have huge pace upfront. Sean is a huge asset to us; you can see yourself he’s a big lad, almost a man now but yeah, he holds the all up well and Quam drops in behind him.”

ESKER Celtic scored a major bargain this week as their Under-15 team linked up with Dealz Fonthill. The store is providing the ambitious young players with Dealz sponsored jerseys, which will be worn throughout the upcoming season.

Pictured at the jersey presentation is Dealz Fonthill store manager, Michael Lynam, the U-15 Esker Celtic side and their manager, Roy O’Brien.

O’ Brien said of the deal: “We, at Esker Celtic, are very proud of our club, which has been running for 25 years this year. Providing these young people with an opportunity to stay active and play a sport they love is fantastic and we are hugely grateful to Dealz Fonthill for their recent sponsorship.

“With Dealz Fonthill being a local and instantly recognisable business, sponsoring a still developing but ambitious local club has a great synergy about it. We are delighted to be able to provide a new kit for our dedicated players thanks to their support.”

Miele magic keeps Rovers hopes alive BRANDON Miele’s dramatic late equaliser kept alive Shamrock Rovers’ FAI Senior Cup hopes as they battle to a 1-1 draw with Dundalk last Sunday at Tallaght Stadium in the semi-final, earning a replay.

A Robbie Benson goal looked on course to sent the Lilywhites to a date at the national stadium, however Brandon Miele’s excellent equaliser set up a replay date on Tuesday, October 10 at 7.45pm.

Dundalk did not take too long in breaking the deadlock as Stephen

O’Donnell’s quick free found Sean Gannon and his quick one-two with Benson saw the skipper break the deadlock.

In a tense first-half, Rovers looked very dangerous on the counter attack using the wings especially down the left.

The second half was a quiet one to start but it burst into life in the 70th minute when a fantastic strike

by Brandon Miele. The ball was sent into Miele from man of the match Ronan Finn and the midfielder fired the ball past Rogers.

And it stayed that way until the close, giving both sides a second chance in a season-defining tie.

Picture: Martin Doherty

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LADIES FOOTBALL: COUNTY TITLE REMAINS ELUSIVE FOR ST ENDA’S

FASTGAA

Ruddy named on All Star ladies football shortlist RACHEL Ruddy has been named on the shortlist for a 2017 TG4 ladies football All-Star following her superb season with the Dublin All-Ireland side.

The Ballyboden St Enda’s woman is among 12 Dubliners on the list of 45 – three per position – and is in the mix for the left corner-back slot along with Cork’s Roisin Phelan and Mayo’s Martha Carter.

Dublin quartet Leah Caffrey, All-Ireland senior final player of the match Noelle Healy, Carla Rowe and captain Sinead Aherne are in contention for individual honours once more, along with Cork pair Ciara O’Sullivan and Orla Finn, and Mayo’s Fiona McHale.

The capital’s other nominees are goalkeeper Ciara Trant, defenders Martha Byrne, Sinead Finnegan, and Niamh Collins, midfielder Lauren Magee, and forward pair Nicole Owens and Niamh McEvoy, who scored a first half goal against Mayo in the All-Ireland decider.

BALLYBODEN ST ENDA’S

HARD luck to our senior ladies’ football team in the county final against Foxrock Cabinteely. Full time scoreline: 1-5 to 1-10 / Congrats to our U-14A hurlers who are now untouchable at the top of Division One league and so guaranteed the title. Well done to this exceptional group of lads.

Well done to the U-15A footballers on their championship opening round win on Sunday beating St Pat’s, Donabate.

Hard luck to our Bs who lost out to Ballinteer St John’s.

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Ballyboden outfoxed in county decider DLGFA SENIOR FINAL Foxrock Cabinteely 1-10 Ballyboden St Enda’s 1-5  NIGEL MCCARTHY sport@dublingazette.com

B A L LY B O D E N S t Enda’s were left to rue early missed chances as Foxrock Cabinteely delighted the capacity crowd at Lawless Park to land their third New Ireland Assurance DLGFA senior football championship title in succession.

The Kilbogget Park club’s guile and experience, clever kick-out strategy, pace in attack and double sweeper system proved the key ele-

ments on a blustery day that made for tricky conditions.

The opening exchanges set the tone as both sides went full blooded into tackles. A foul on Fiona Claffey on the 13-metre line allowed Amy Ring to step up and score the first point from a free as Foxrock opened up well.

Ballyboden were getting plenty of possession but they were to rue two golden goal opportunities seconds in the 5th minute. Doireann Mullany’s interception led to a sweet interchange with Dee Lawless and Katie Murphy. Lawless contin-

Foxrock Cabinteely’s Sinead Goldrick on the attack, left; player of the match Rachel

ued her run and received the ball back and was upended in the square and the referee awarded a penalty.

S i m m o n e R e i l l y, though, struck the ball high and wide of the left post. That miss was compounded 30 seconds later when Boden won the resultant restart and midfielder Sinead Burke found herself in on goal but she blasted her shot

wide.

They were punished further when a foul on Hannah O’Neill on the 45’ in the sixth minute was quickly followed by another foul about 30 metres out on Claffey which Ring put over the bar.

Possession Boden were getting plenty of the ball and put together some nice pas-

sages of play with some excellent passing and interplay involving Lawless, Murphy, Burke and Maria McGrath but with the strong wind at their backs, they dropped two efforts short.

At the other end, runs from deep from Sinead Goldrick were causing havoc. One such run yielded the next point, Goldrick cutthing through the Boden

CLUB NOTICEBOARD GARDA/ WESTMANSTOWN

WELL done to our intermediate footballers on a tremendous display against St Jude’s on Sunday at O’Toole Park in the championship quarter-final.

They gave everything they had and came up just short, losing by two points on a scoreline of 0-12 to 1-7.

Congratulations to St Jude’s and best of luck in the semifinal.

Ladies had a hardfought league win away to St Peregrine’s last week, winning by two points 1-13 to 0-14 to keep them in the hunt for promotion. They are also through to the cup final; date and venue to be confirmed.

Both U-15 and U-13 girls are out next Saturday in their cup semi-finals. The U-15s are at home to Skerries Harps at 1.30pm and the

U-13s are away at Round Tower, Clondalkin at 4pm.

Minors hit top form in their championship encounter with Good Counsel in Drimnagh on Sunday morning, winning by 7-14 to 1-06. Next fixture to be confirmed.

Last Saturday was a very busy day at Westmanstown with the Family Fun Day, the Stubborn Mule Sportive and the launch of Aramark as the sponsors of our juvenile section Westmanstown Gaels.

The weather gods were kind with lovely Autumn sunshine ensuring that both children and adults enjoyed the activities with over 400 present for the Family Fun Day. The good conditions also ensured the Sportive went smoothly with nearly 100 participants completing in the 50Km and 100Km courses.

Thanks to all who helped out

with all the various events.

Saturday marked the announcement of the sponsorship of Westmanstown Gaels by Aramark by MD Frank Gleeson. This is a very welcome development and the support of Aramark is greatly appreciated by all at the club.

Lots of on pitch action last week for our younger members with the U-10 girls winning away at St James Gaels, the U-8 boys had a successful visit to Kilmacud Crokes and the U-12 boys beat St Sylvester’s in Beechpark.

The club draw has been postponed until next Saturday, October 7; any outstanding tickets and money to be returned immediately.

The excellent club newsletter, produced by Anne Egan, is now available;

get yourself a copy and keep up with club activities.

Couple of diary dates to remember: Club AGM on Monday, November 20 and the club Gala Dinner and Awards Night on Friday, December 1; both events at Westmanstown.

LUCAN SARSFIELDS

THE LAST kick of the game undid our senior footballers in the last home game of the league against St Maur’s.

It finished Lucan 1-16 to St Maurs 3-11. The junior B footballers fared much better with a 1-12 to 1-4 win over Erin Go Bragh.

The senior camogie championship semi-final is away to St Vincent’s at 11am on Sunday, October 8. The senior hurlers have their championship quarter final at 2.15pm that same Sunday

in O’Toole Park. The street leagues return on Saturday, October 7 at 12.30pm. See website for full details.

Live music kicked off in the club bar on Saturday night and it was a huge success with great music, food and crowd that really seemed to enjoy the night. The same again is on offer next Saturday, open to all.

Congratulations to Noel Flynn and his ABC Gym, celebrating three years in action at Lucan Sarsfields.

25 Card Drive returns from Friday, October 13 at 9pm. Caters for all levels, beginners welcome.

The Lucan Sarsfields Golf Society Captain John Clancy’s Day takes place Saturday, October 7 in Moyvalley Golf Club. Teetime: 11.45am to 1pm followed that evening by the Captain’s Dinner at 8pm in the Lucan Spa Hotel.

The cost for the golf is €35 and €25 for dinner. The dinner will be followed by music and song. Even if you can’t make the golf or don’t play golf, why not join us at the Captain’s Dinner. All are welcome. To book golf and/ or dinner, please text John at 086 0412953.

The Cupla Focal Club is back on Monday from 8pm to 9pm.

Bingo is on Wednesday at 8.30pm where the jackpot is growing and attracting a lot more players.

The club shop is back in action and is scheduled to open on Thursdays from 7.30-8.30pm and Saturdays from 10.30am - 1pm.

However, given the Street Leagues this Saturday, its open from 12-3pm.

Lucan District Credit Union Academy is back on Saturday, 9.30am for girls and 10am for boys (5+).

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AS EARLY MISSED OPPORTUNITIES PROVE COSTLY in front of O’Neill and, with no time to gather, she pulled on the ball first time and it nestled into the back of the net.

The response from Ballyboden was instant; they worked the ball from one end of the pitch to the other and a shot by Reilly was misjudged by Foxrock keeper Laurie Ahern, ending in the top corner.

Ruddy, right. Pictures: Maurice Grehan/GAAPics.com

defence before picking out Ciara Ni Mhurchadh, a quick off load to Claffey who hand passed on to Ciara Murphy to swing over a great team point.

Boden got off the mark in the 14th minute via a brilliant run from defence

by Rachel Ruddy – later named player of the match – who worked the ball inside to McGrath to point.

Foxrock hit back when

Aedin Murray, coming off her shoulder was Goldrick, took off through the middle, leaving would be tacklers in her wake. It opened space for Claffey to run into for a pass and she in turn found Ciara O’Riordan to stretch the lead further.

Goldrick’s then hit a dangerous foot-pass towards Hannah O’Neill in front of the Boden goal. The ball bounced

Setback But Foxrock dealt with the setback well and landed two further points before half-time from a Ring free and one from play from O’Riordan for a 1-6 to 1-1 half-time lead.

Boden needed a quick riposte in the second half but three quickfire wides did not help their cause.

R ing, though, was metronomic from the frees and when Ciara Murphy was fouled, she popped over again from 30-metres.

Her next shot hit the post but Goldrick won back possession and made sure with a point straight over the black spot.

The missed chances from Boden continued

to keep Foxrock out of range but they did shorten the deficit when Maria Hoey was dragged down, allowing McGrath to land a free.

And the Firhouse road club built further momentum with excellent points from play scored by Reilly and Claire Kirwan.

The final ten minutes – plus almost nine minutes added on – were high on action but low on scores to limit comeback hopes.

Ring added another point from a free with five minutes of normal time remaining, nudging the lead back out to five.

The sides swapped points as the game headed into injury time with a point from Reilly counter-acted by an Anne Marie Murphy point for Foxrock.

That finished the scoring for the final but with only five points between the sides it made the seemingly never-ending injury time feel like an eternity for the Foxrock players, management and supporters.

But when the final whistle went they could all celebrate a deserved three in a row.

COMING TOGETHER IN FOOTBALL

Lucan and Knockmore form a new friendship between Dublin and Mayo LUCAN Sarsfields’ Under-14 ladies footballers welcomed their Knockmore GAA counterparts as part of a memorable All-Ireland finals day for the respective clubs last season.

The Co Mayo club boarded their team coach at 7.30am to make the trip to Dublin to see the Dublin v Mayo ladies All-Ireland final. They made a stop in to 12th Lock at Lucan Sarsfields where they were greeted by SDCC Lord Mayor, Paul Gogarty, who welcomed them all to Lucan and wished them the best of luck in their challenge games against the Lucan Under-14s.

He also expressed his hope that the main event in the afternoon would be a close and exciting one. Then the girls readied themselves and lined out on both the all-weather and Adamstown pitches where they played two entertaining games of football.

Back at the clubhouse after the games, the visitors were treated to some refreshments, and it was off to Croke Park for both clubs.

For the second week in a row the Mayo supporters travelled home disappointed with the result, however this time they had made some new friends, and have invited the Sars girls to come and play in a tournament at Knockmore at the end of October.

CLUB NOTICEBOARD Last week, there was no winner of the €11,400 lotto where the numbers were 8, 11, 16 and 20.

Brian Mahon was in the house, ensuring his €30 lucky dip was increased to €50.

This week’s €11,800 lotto draw will be managed by Cormac Gordon and is sponsored by John Ryan Accountant. Tickets can be purchased online, at the club, in Carey’s Newsagents, in Vesey Arms or Kenny’s Bar.

ROUND TOWER, CLONDALKIN

OUR senior footballers bowed out of the senior B football championship with a narrow loss to Fingal Ravens. Our junior B footballers were beaten by Ranelagh Gaels.

Our minor footballers topped their championship group after a one-point win over fellow contenders Naomh Barrog. Our junior C footballers game against

Thomas Davis did not go ahead.

Thank you to all who participated in the Ciaran Carr Foundation annual family fun run/ walk and well done to all involved in hosting the excellent event for a great cause.

Bingo takes place every Tuesday in the club, with first call at 8.30pm. Jackpot this week is €1,000 if checked within 53 numbers.

Otherwise €20 for full house. All welcome.

As of October 2, the Lotto draw will take place at 10pm every Monday night. All tickets must be returned for 10pm.

Round Tower Lotto (September 25): jackpot was €2,700. Numbers drawn were 2, 5, 11 and 27, the bonus ball was 9.

No overall winner and no bonus ball winner.

Three €100 winners: Jim Quigley, Bernadette Byrne, Fiona Fahy. Thank you to all who support our lotto draw.

ST PAT’S PALMERSTOWN

A BUSY weekend for our teams from the club. After a fantastic, heart-stopping game on Sunday, St Patrick’s U-13 camogie team went on to beat Commercials 3-6 to 3-2 to reach the championship final on October 15. Thanks to all the parents for the support and all the club members who turned up to cheer the girls on.

The minor footballers drew with O’Dwyer’s in their championship match on Sunday away. The U-15 footballers had a super win over Na Fianna Sunday in their first round match of championship.

Another super performance from the U-11s team on Saturday.

They had a great win over Ballinteer St John’s. A great team effort, well done to all.

Great match from a much improving U-10s on Saturday morning with great performances throughout the

whole group; plenty of cracking scores from the lads.

The U-9s had great wins for both teams against Shankill on Saturday morning in Glenaulin.

Well done to Morgan and new recruit Oisin on their Man of the Match awards.

Well done to our U-8s girls on Sunday against Naomh Olaf who had some great scores and individual performances in their matches. Well done girls, keep it up.

Hurling skills continue for eight to 12-year-olds at 6pm each Friday all welcome.

Lotto numbers this week were 5, 19, 20, 26; there was no winner.

Next week’s jackpot is €4,600 on October 8.

Tickets are available from Supervalu, Manor Hair Studios and Palmerstown House.

Thank you all for your continued support and to all our sellers for your continued commitment.

THOMAS DAVIS

WELL done to our intermediate footballers on a great win in the championship quarter final against Trinity Gaels and now play Na Fianna in the semi final.

Well done to our U-15 football team who won their first round championship game after an impressive display vs Fingallians and now take on Ballyboden in the quarter final.

The minor B footballers beat Castleknock and topped their qualifying group while the minor A team lost to Na Fianna but still qualified for the quarter final of the championship.

The senior footballers finished out the league with a win against Clontarf. The U-13s and 14s footballers both had league wins while the U-16s lost out to Vincent;s.

Congratulations to our U-12 footballers who won Division 1 after beating St Marys on Saturday.

Best of luck to the intermediate hurlers who are playing the championship semifinal on Saturday at home at 5pm.

The U-16 hurlers play their championship semi-final at 3pm over in Marley park on Saturday against Ballinteer.

The minor hurlers are at home in the championship against Plunkett’s at 11am where the winner will top the group.

The senior ladies beat Parnells in the league, The U-14s were beaten but managed to qualify from their group to the championship semi final.

Well done to the U-8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 teams on great performances over the weekend.

In camogie, well done to the U-13s who wont heir championship semi final and now qualify for the championship final. Academy is on Saturday at 10am until 11am for children born in the years 2010, 11, 12 and 13, all are welcome and please arrive early

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Lucan Sarsfields face Ballyboden St Enda’s once again in the Dublin senior hurling championship

Vibe is right for Lucan

Sarsfields senior hurling boss says his team is in great shape as they look to get one over on Ballyboden St Enda’s and reach the county semi final

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sport@dublingazette.com

LUCAN Sarsfields senior hurling boss Tom Ryan says the positive vibe in his camp has the 12th Lock club in the best shape possible as they look to get one over on nemesis Ballyboden St Enda’s.

Over the last decade, Boden have often proven their undoing in the Dublin senior hurling championship, most notably in the 2013 final, the only time Lucan have made it to the county decider.

The sides meet on Sunday at 2.15pm in O’Toole Park and Ryan is looking forward to

working off a full deck.

“We’ve got everybody back in contention,” he told GazetteSport. “We had a few fellas with long-term injuries like Peter Kelly but they are available for selection so we should be at full strength.”

Lucan came first in their group with a big win over Ballinteer St John’s two weeks ago to put them through to the quarter-finals, knocking out Naomh Fionnbarra and topping St Brigid’s, both on points difference.

Ryan, though, is fully aware that Boden – despite finishing second in Group 1 – are going to be a marked step up in quality, something he knew was in the pipeline given the way the

preliminary phases panned out.

“We had a good win two weeks ago so we are happy enough with our form but I wouldn’t say our group was the toughest. Boden are going to be a very different test.

“The way in which the two groups got so complicated going into the last round meant, with so many permutations, there was no way you could pick what you wanted or find an easy match.

“We just went out to play Ballinteer and beat them to qualify in top spot and see what came of it. We never really thought of anything else.

When we realised we had Ballyboden, you just take it.

“You don’t think what if and we’ll focus on what’s in front of us. Now we are down to the last eight, you are always likely to get someone good like Cuala or Kilmacud.”

While Lucan have an unfavourable record against Boden, Ryan says that it is not something he – nor his squad – are likely to get hung on with a new look and a fresh attitude.

“I’m only here two years. I just think the lads are playing really well; there’s a stronger squad and a better vibe than there was last year.

“I feel that anyway; I can’t speak for Ballyboden but we are in a better place with a better balanced team so we’ll see and hope on the day it goes right for us.”