Club Notes August 9th 2020
LGFA
The under 16 girls were beaten by a much stronger Kilbride team they play their next game in Ardcarne Park against Castlerea The under 14 girls were beaten by Kilbride on Thursday they play Padraig Pearses away on Thursday The under 12 girls game ended in a draw against Northern Harps they play Clann at home next Sunday
Our Junior Ladies had their first home Championship game in Ardcarne Park this morning. After a slow start, they rallied well and showed great determination resulting in a competitive, enjoyable game just falling short by 5 points. Well done to all the panel. They play their final game in Ardcarne Park this Friday evening at 7pm.
Under 12 Boys
Our under 12 boys returned to winning ways in Ardcarne Park on Sunday afternoon when they entertained neighbours Shannon Gaels in round 3 of the Division 2 Summer League. In a high tempo game between two talented teams, the sides were level at 5 points apiece at the first water break, after which the home team grabbed the initiative building a seven point advantage early in the second half. A resurgence by the visitors reduced the lead to just 3 points before the St Michael's lads regained the upper hand in the last quarter to finish victors on a 22-12 scoreline. Next up is a trip to Frenchpark on Saturday 15th August to play Western Gaels.
Under 14 Boys
Good luck to our under 14 boys who start their championship campaign against Padraig Pearses in Woodmount on Tuesday 11th August at 8.15pm. In a busy week, their second game is at home at 7pm on Thursday v St Aidan's.
Under 16 Boys
Our under 16 boys sponsored by Ardcarne Garden Centre made the long journey to Ballyforan on Tuesday night last to play their first competitive game of 2020.
Our young team were stung by a St Aidan's goal in the very first minute and then had to survive a sustained bout of early pressure from the home team before they managed to settle. From then on they played some excellent football and only trailed 1-2 to 4pts at the first water break. The game ebbed and flowed during the 2nd quarter with both defences getting on top as conditions became more difficult in the incessant rain. With the sides level, a goal for the home team just before half-time was a crucial score as they lead by 2-3 to 6pts at the break. Our lads had most of the play in the 3rd quarter but failed to capitalize and the only score was a 3rd goal for the locals. In the final minutes of the game the home side took control and added on a flurry of points and a goal from a penalty with the last kick of the game. Full time: St Aidan's 4-8, St Michael's 6pts.
Junior Men & Tickets
Good luck to our junior mens team who will take on Boyle this weekend in Boyle.
Due to the current Covid guidance, at present we will only have max of 50 tickets on offer to club members for our next championship outing against Boyle in Orchard Park on Sunday.
As such we have decided as an executive that all interested names will be placed in a lottery for these tickets.
Please let Niamh Sheerin 0868816935 or Kevin Guckian 086 832 8337 know by text if you have a genuine interest in going to the match by Wednesday of this week. We will draw on Thursday.
This draw is only open to adult paid members of the club who make an application by text on or before Wednesday evening. We appreciate many of our supporters will be disappointed including ourselves but can only operate within the guidelines laid down by the GAA.
There is only admittance by paid ticket for man, woman or child. Tickets are not transferable. All Tickets cost €10, must be collected and paid for Friday evening. There are no concessions available as per GAA.
Thanks for your understanding in this matter.
Coaching
Any members who may be interested in coaching should note that the online GAA foundation coaching course has reopened again until 31st Aug. It can be taken in six 25 min modules. Feedback has been very positive from those who have already undertaken the course. Contact Brian at 086 2397999 if you think you may be interested. New coaches are always necessary and welcome.
Club Meeting
Club meeting at 9.30pm on 17th August.
St Michaels Lotto
Our Club lotto draw was held on August 9th with a jackpot of €2,300.
The numbers drawn were 1, 7, 14, 22. There was no jackpot winner, there were four match three winners: James Meehan, Ashling Kilcommons, Claire & Katie O’Hara, Sean & Loretta O’Dowd. The next draw will be held on August 23rd and the jackpot is €2,400
We have moved to online and tickets can be purchased from https://www.lottoraiser.ie/StMichaels/ Your support as always is greatly appreciated.
Sympathy
The Club extends its sympathy to the Martin family on their recent bereavement.
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