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The Kilkenny Observer Friday 5 May 2023
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Community & GAA Notes
LOTTO Lotto Results for 11th April - Numbers drawn- 2, 23, 29.No Jackpot winner. €30 each to Adrian Murphy, Lily Ryan, Louise Moore, Rose Mullally, Alice Walsh. Next weeks Jackpot is €2,200. Thanks to all for your support. SUPPORTERS CLUB Kilkenny GAA Supporters Club For anyone wishing to join or pay their membership renewal please contact Martin Nolan of Clara at 086-2343254. Thanks for the support. MINOR HURLING Clara’s winless streak was extended to four games in Castlecomer on Monday of last week when they were comprehensively beaten by a very strong Erin’s own outfit. Shorn of the services of county minor Davy Barcoe and Pádraic Meany before the throw in, they went into this contest with Conor Hoyne nursing a very dodgy ankle, and Conor was very curtailed as a result. For a club like Clara to compete in Roinn A everything needs to go their way and this was certainly not the case here. Midway through the first half it was 1-9 to 0-7 in favour of ‘Comer and Clara were competing quite well. Then disaster struck when a dropped catch enabled Eoin Brennan to latch onto it and make ground before sending an unstoppable shot past impressive goalkeeper Lukas Healy. The home side confidently kicked on from this and led 2-17 to 0-10 at halftime. The Clara scores had come from Conor Hoyne (6) and one each from Luke Lawlor, Tommy Delaney, Joe Power and Bill Kealy. Clara actually scored the first two points of the second half through Conor Hoyne from a free and Eoin Corr but this was as good as it got and Castlecomer reeled off a succession of points to run out easy winners long before the final whistle. One more Conor Hoyne free was all that Clara could manage after that. It was a sobering defeat but the Clara boys would do well to remember that last year’s club minor side suffered even heavier defeats going back a few years and would compete with the best of them now, as many of them are now showing at adult level. Hugh Kelly, Philip Carrigan and Alex Firbank tried hard to stem the tide here as well as those already mentioned. Team - Lukas Healy, John Bergin, Hugh Kelly, Tom Murphy. Daniel Ryan, Philip Carrigan, Alex Firbank. Tommy Delaney 0-1, Dillon Cummins. Joe Power 0-1, Luke Lawlor 0-1, Bill Kealy 0-1. Conor Galvin, Eoin Corr 0-1, Conor Hoyne 0-6, 0-5f. Subs Sam Lawlor, Jim Carrigan, Ross Gormley. Just three nights later the Clara boys had to travel to Dunnamaggin to face the high flying locals. When Dunnamaggin led 2-5 to two Conor Hoyne frees after 15 minutes it would have been very easy for them to hang their heads and fold. But instead they played some superb hurling to claw their way back into the game. It began with a fantastic Eoin Corr strike from the sideline and three Conor Hoyne points (2 frees) added to two Luke Lawlor specials saw Clara cut the deficit to 2-5 to 0-8. Another Conor Hoyne free was sandwiched between two Dunnamaggin points before Eoin Corr gathered a brilliantly struck line ball by Dillon Cummins and fired an unstoppable shot to the home net. A single point separated the teams and Dunnamaggin were visibly rattled. The Clara work rate of lads like Joe Power and Tommy Delaney was paying dividends and every Dunnamaggin attack was being thwarted by the likes of John Bergin, Tom Murphy, Daniel Ryan and Alex Firbank. The switch of full back Hugh Kelly and centre half Philip Carrigan had also shored things up. However Dunnamaggin rallied before halftime and hit 3 unanswered points to lead 2-10 to 1-9 at the interval. Unfortunately the second half was all about the home side and they bossed the exchanges. Luke Lawlor added two points to his tally as did Conor Hoyne and players like Conor Galvin and Bill Kealy tried valiantly on limited possession. And just before the end Eoin Corr managed a second goal from a tight angle but it was merely a consolation score at that stage. Were it not for two magnificent saves from Pádraic Meany the gap could even have been greater. As it was it finished 5-21 to 2-13. But these lads are learning in defeat and, hard as it may seem now, these days will stand them in good stead as they get older. Next up is Piltown at home. Team - Pádraic Meany, John Bergin, Hugh Kelly, Tom Murphy. Daniel Ryan, Philip Carrigan, Alex Firbank. Conor Hoyne 0-8, 0-6f, Dillon Cummins. Tommy Delaney, Luke Lawlor 0-4, Joe Power. Bill Kealy, Eoin Corr 2-1, Conor Galvin. COUNTY Well done to selector Conor Phelan and trainer John Murphy who were part of the Kilkenny senior hurler’s draw with Galway in Sunday’s pulsating Leinster final clash in Nowlan Park. CAMOGIE Clara U14 Camogie played their second league match at home in Clara against Windgap on Sunday 23rd April. Conditions were good for what turned out to be a cracking game with plenty of skill shown from players from both sides. Clara started well and put the Windgap defence under ferocious pressure and after some neat passing Amelia Ryan scored a fine goal. The Clara girls continued to make chances and this led to a free which Amy Bergin scored a goal from. Windgap replied with a goal. Clara got the next two scores, points from play scored by Olivia Power. Windgap finished the half strongly and scored 2 goals and a point to leave the half time score Clara 2-2 Windgap 3-1. Windgap defended well but Ella Tierney scored a goal to put Clara ahead. Windgap responded with a goal and a point to lead by a goal with very little time left on the clock. One final attack from Clara led to a goal from Amy Bergin to draw the match level. The referee blew the whistle shortly after. A fine team effort from Clara to fight their way back to gain a draw.Final score - Clara 4-5 Windgap 5-2. Next Match Wed 3rd May against Bennetsbridge in Clara.
Scorers: Amy Bergin 2-2 (1-0 free) Olivia Power 0-2, Emilia Ryan 1-0, Lucy Kealy 0-1, Ella Tierney 1-0. Team: Eva Dreeling, Lucy Kealy, Ónagh Fitzgerald, Elizabeth Cooke, Orla Carrigan, Caragh Brennan, Katelyn Shortall, Caoimhe Kenny, Katie O’Connell, Aoibheann McDonald, Olivia Power, Alice Kennedy, Amy Bergin,. Amelia Ryan, Claragh Roche Subs: Snezhana McPartlan, Ella Tierney, Kate Mulrooney, Amy Breen, Aisling Whelan, Áine Bowden Mullen, Kayleigh Watkin, Orlaith Carroll, Shona Brennan. CLUB LOTTO There was no winner of club lotto (April 25th). Numbers drawn were 6, 10, 12, 28 Bonus 16 Play Now at www.oloughlingaels.com/lotto Promotors Draw. 1. Margaret Brennan c/o Pauline Greene. 2. Annmarie Healy c/o Damien O’Connell. 3. Neil Loy. 4. Mary Kearns c/o Damien O’Connell. 5. Jim Byrne c/o John Joe Cullen. 6. Francis Walsh c/o Benny Walsh. 7. Liam and Aoife c/o Damien O’Connell. 8. Marina Tyrrell c/o Online. 9. Tony Preston c/o Paul Cleere. 10. John and Olivia Collins c/o Online. Thank you for your continued support PLAYER NEWS Well done to all O’Loughlin Gaels players from Hurling, Camogie and Handball who represented Kilkenny teams over the weekend. Well done to Cian Byrne who recently won a Leinster Handball title. Cian also plays with Kilkenny u15s Development Squad team alongside club mates Adam Maher, David McGee and Conor Holohan. A Leinster Title was also claimed by Kilkenny Camogie u16s which includes club players Ena Lawlor and Síofra O’Leary who both had key roles in their win over Wexford in the Leinster Final last Monday. Well done too to Greg Kelly who scored five points from play with the Kilkenny Minor hurlers’s win over Wexford in the Leinster Semi-Final. Dan McCormack joins Greg in the panel and we wish them both the best of luck for the Final. Also on the scoring board was one Mikey Butler with the senior hurlers in the drawn game v Galway at Nowlan Park. In a weekend of activity for county squads we also congratulate Jeff Tyrrell and James Holohan (u16 hurling), IvetacVasilisukaite (u16 b Camogie) and Aoife Dillon, Ruth Crowley, Ava Butler & Orlaith Donnelly (u15s Camogie) Lovely Hurling O’LOUGHLIN GAELS SUMMER CAMP The news every young Gael is waiting for is just announced Summer Camp 23 runs from 24th of July to 4th August. All the
O’Loughlin Gaels Camogie Players Ena Lawlor and Síofra O’Leary after Kilkenny Camogie u16s Leinster Final win
details will be distributed to the parish schools and club in the coming days. Book early and don’t be disappointed. IRISH LANGUAGE SUMMER CAMP Bígí linn a chairde! I nGaeltacht Chill Chainnigh. Tobar Eoin! Come join in the fun in Kilkenny’s newest Gaeltacht Johnswell! A Summer Camp experience through Irish! For ONE week only!Tuilleadh Eolais. More Information tobarnagaeilge@yahoo. com nó 0877006324 U13 CHAMPIONS Congratulations to St.Lachtain’s U13 footballers who won the county final when they beat Kilmoganny decisively at Pairc Lachtain. Well done to the young boys and to their management team for this great success. BIRTHDAYS Special Birthday wishes go out to a set of triplets and twins who all celebrated their 21st Birthday at a party in Farrell’s Pub. Triplets Oran, Saoirse and Orlaith Bergin, Clashacrow and twin brothers Michael and Jack Phelan, Woodview marked their coming of age at a joint party. Special birthday wishes also go out to former St.Lachtains and Kilkenny stalwart camogie start Gillian Maher (nee Dillon) who also celebrated a very special birthday last weekend. FEILE LACHTAIN 2023 St. Lachtain’s Church of Ireland was alive with music and story on Friday night last when a Night of Nostalgia of Freshford’s bands and musicians was remembered with an emphasis on the performers over the last fifty years. Included were The Lords and Looney Tunes. Music was provided by the three remaining members of the Super Noodles Jim Byrne, Gary Barnaville and Gerry Delaney with many of their music friends returning to meet the guys and hear their music. MC was Marie Kennedy and the story was narrated by Ned Kennedy with music in between recalling many tunes from the past. The relaunch of the museum also took place during Friday’s event with some new displays which were generously donated All were unveiled by Committee member Richard St. George. WEDDING WISHES Congratulations and best wishes are extended to Lyndsey Kavanagh, Clintstown Road, Freshford and Brian Hayde, Barna who were married on Friday last in Graine Church. Reception took place afterwards in Hotel Kilkenny. DAYCARE TRIP Freshford Daycare Centre are organising a bus trip to Fota Island and Cobh in County Cork on Tuesday next the 9th May. The bus will leave from the GAA grounds at 9am and return home at 9.30pm approx. They group will stop for a meal on way home at Corbett Court Hotel in Fermoy. Names should be given in by this Friday to Marie O’Connor – 086 2547439, Ann Burke 086 2030224 or Paddy Butler on 087 6367667 IONA LACHTAIN HERITAGE CENTRE Ionad Lachtain Church, Arts and Heritage Centre is open every Saturday and Sunday from 11.30 to 4.30. Gifts on sale to suit every occasion. DEATH The death occurred last week of Paddy Hogan late of Kilrush, Freshford. Although advanced in years his passing was unexpected and caused widespread sadness. He was predeceased by his brothers John and Billy and his sister in law Marie. He was a quiet and good living gentleman and was well known and respected in the village. Funeral mass took place in St.Lachtains Church on Saturday morning last followed by burial in St.Lachtains Cemetery He is mourned by his nephews and nieces and extended family to whom sympathy is extended. CAMOGIE AND GAA St.Lachtains Juniors had the first outing of the year when they took on Thomastown in the All County League in Freshford. The local lads came out winners in the end on a score line of 0.18 to 0.13. Team: J Burke. C Donnelly. L Kennedy. A Dawson. J Bowden. C Bergin. B Quinn. D Maher J Hickey. A Rafter. C Powe. P Donnelly. P Killeen. C O’ Leary. A Rafter. The Junior F had their second outing of the year and came out victorious against neighbours Lisdowney in Freshford on Sunday Team; R Dowling. C Bowden. M Nolan. J Cantwell. J Bergin. J Bowden. J hickey. J Campion. P Maher. C Leahy. D Quinn. J O’Connor. M Durian. D Killeen. E Landers Keep up to date on all games St Lachtains by following St Lachtains GAA on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram Kilkenny Intermediate Camogie side were beaten by Cork in the replay on Saturday last. Sinead Farrell is the sub keeper with the team. SQUASH Congrats to local man Pat Morrissey who was part of the Ireland U40 squash team taking part in Nottingham at the weekend and they finished 2nd overall. Well done to all FITNESS SESSIONS Fitness sessions Boxing/fitness sessions at Community Hall Freshford – Have you had a diagnoses of Parkinsons; Alzheimers or other neurological condition? If so maybe you are keen to get some level of fitness back or work on you balance or upper body strength? If so, these classes are just what you need. Classes take place each Tuesday from 11am to 12 noon - sessions cost just €10 each and are facilitated by a boxing coach. They will also give you the chance to socialise and meet other people.For more information or to sign up please contact Brenda Cooper on 0871369253 PARISH NEWS Mass is held in the Parish Church each Wednesday morning at 9.30am and each Sunday morning at 11am.wiith Mass in Tulla church on Saturday evenings at 7.30pm. Notices
The parish newsletter is available on their website every week and also on the website you are free to pay your dues and make donations or any other contributions and you can find out more about it on the website or feel free to contact in the Parish Office. Please note community notices for the parish newsletter should be left in or emailed to the Parish Office by 11am on Thursdays. Parish office hours are Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9am to 1pm. Mass Cards Special printed parish cards are available at the Parish Office or from Annette at Tulla Church signed by Monsignor Kennedy. You can contact the Parish office on 056 8832843 or by email – freshfordd@ossory.ie. Contact Mongr Kieron Kennedy on that number or on 087 25235 21 HELP FOR ALL Are you struggling with anxiety or depression or finding life difficult or feeling isolated at this time GROW is there to help you. Their Mental Health support Groups are free and confidential and open to all no referral or booking is needed. For more information on same you can contact Mary on 087 284342 If you can’t cope and need support text HELLO to 50808 SAMARITAN - Whatever you’re going through a Samaritan will face it with you – available 24 hours a day 365 days a year – Freephone 1161Alone is available for older people who need support and you can call them on 0818 222024 (8am to 8pm) AMBER KILKENNY WOMENS REFUGE – is available for confidential support relating to domestic violence - call them on 1850 424244 (24/7) or on 056 7771404 or email into@amberwomensrefuge.ie. CRAFTED Crafted Café in Bennettsbridge got the ”thumbs up” from the Trip Advisor platform last week as follows, “Worth a detour. If you are close to Bennettsbridge take the time to visit this daytime cafe. They serve tasty salads, hot food, cakes and desserts. Great value for money, friendly and helpful service. Parking adjacent. We enjoyed a lovely lunch in the sunshine” TIDY TOWNS A massive thank you to everyone who turned up for the annual Bridge Cleaning exercise. Bennettsbridge Tidy Towns really appreciates your support. Many thanks to PJ Cullen in Centra who provided welcome refreshments. CHURCH NEWS MASS TIMES Wednesday and Friday 10.30AM. SYMPATHY Sympathy is extended to Lorraine Simpson, The Ring on the death of her mother, Brigit Brennan née Carroll, Raheen-Killane, Ballon, Co. Carlow and formerly Liscolman, Tullow, who passed away on April 28th, 2023 at Saint Luke’s Hospital, Kilkenny. Brigit was pre-deceased by her parents Paddy and Alice and sister, Mary. She is survived by her husband, John and children, P.J., Linda, Christina, Lorraine, John, Niall and Alan. Deeply regretted by her husband, sons, daughters, sons-in-law Joe, Ger and Alan, daughters-in-law Deirdre, Shelia and Leah, grandchildren Megan, Alison, Katelyn, Cillian, Shane, Darren, Danial, Gillian, Andrew, Michaela, Esme, Fionn, Willow- Mae, Conor, Dasie and Charlie, sister Elizabeth, brother-in-law Donie, nephews, nieces, relatives, kind neighbours and her many friends. Requiem Mass was celebrated in Saint Peter and Paul’s Church, Ballon. Burial afterwards in Ballon Cemetery. LOTTO RESULTS 24th April 2023. No winner of Jackpot. Numbers, 5, 20, 26, 28. Jackpot now €6,850.00. Consolation Prizes, Lianna Murphy, Kilkenny, Kathleen Hayde, Hillview, Cleere x 5, Anne Ryan, Woodlawn, Kiera Barcoe, Carn. GATHERING GROUP Meeting on Wednesday as usual. The Liffey Valley trip was a great success and enjoyed by all. ART GROUP No class this week due to Bank Holiday. Some members met for a coffee and catch up. Classes resume next Monday as the group works towards finalising material for their exhibition for Kilkenny Arts Week. CAMOGIE A super performance from the U16s against Conahy in the League. Despite lots of tired legs on the pitch the girls put in a huge effort and played with great determination and teamwork. Well done to all the girls on a well-deserved win Bennettsbridge 2-11 Conahy 0-6 GAA Inter county Hurling. The club was well represented by David Blanchfield in the Leinster championship draw against Galway in Nowlan Park. Bennettsbridge GAA Scrap metal collection Bennettsbridge GAA club are having a scrap metal collection this Saturday 6th May. You can drop off your unwanted scrap metal/ copper from 10am to 12pm at the GAA grounds. All scrap metal items are welcome except refrigerators. If you need any large items collected please contact Leo 086-8861906 or Tim 0863441652 and they will arrange collection. CLUB HURLING The junior E team played out an entertaining draw with Piltown in the league. Our minors conceded a later goal versus The Rower to lose out by three points. The under 13 team get their season underway at home to Graiguenamanagh tonight. Please see the Kilkenny GAA website for all club fixtures and changes. MEMBERSHIP 2023
