06/08/2023

 St Michaels Notes

6^th August 2023

JUNIOR CHAMPIONSHIP
Croghan was the venue for our men's opening game in this year's Junior Football Championship on Sunday afternoon against Ballinameen. Playing with the aid of a stiff breeze, St Michael's (sponsored by Joe Simon Home, Garden & Build) got a tonic start with a goal from Alan O'Hara after five minutes. Thereafter, the game remained tight with defences on top and our lads held a narrow 1-2 to 3pts lead as half-time approached. However, three points in as many minutes, followed by a goal from Fiachra Henry, put a much better complexion on the scoreboard at the interval: St Michael's 2-5 Ballinameen 3pts.
Another Alan O'Hara goal shortly after the resumption appeared decisive, but it was cancelled out five minutes later by a major score from Ballinameen. From then on, points were shared evenly by both sides until St Michael's finished with a flourish, scoring 2-2 without reply in the closing minutes, Cathal Guckian and Tomas Regan netting the goals. Full-time: St Michael's 5-11 Ballinameen 1-8.
Well done to the team and management on an excellent result. Next up is a visit to Tulsk on Friday 18th August at 7.30pm.

Photo: Joe Maleady

UNDERAGE BOYS
The u14 Division 2 team had another thrilling championship contest last week in Abbey Park, Boyle, with a late goal from the home side eventually snatching the spoils. Final score: Boyle 4-8  St Michael's-St Ronan's 3-9. This week, the Division 4 side are in action against Kilglass Gaels-St Barry's at 12.30pm on Sunday 13th in Ballyfarnon.

Well done to the Under 16 Boys who enjoyed two fine results last week. On Monday in wet and windy Ballyfarnon, the Division 2 team had a tremendous first half tussle with the visitors from St Aidan's, and led by 2pts at the break. However, a dominant performance after the interval with the wind at their backs secured the win on a final scoreline of St Michael's-St Ronan's 3-13  St Aidan's 1-4. Then on Friday the Division 4 side made the long trip to Woodmount and emerged victorious again. Full time: St Michael's-St Ronan's 4-8  Padraig Pearses 6pts. This week the Division 4 team play St Faithleach's at 7.30pm on Tuesday 8th and Kilmore-Shannon Gaels at 7pm on Friday 11th, both in Ballyfarnon.

Best of luck to all our teams and their coaches.

LGFA
Well done to our underage Girls teams, all of whom enjoyed victories last week! On Tuesday, a youthful u16 side had 2pts to spare over St Croan's, winning by 4-3 to 1-10. On Thursday, a strong first half showing was the key to the u19 Girls securing the points in Tulsk against the home side:  St Mary's Tulsk 4-7  St Michael's-St Ronan's 6-12. Finally on Friday, the u14 Girls opened their championship campaign with a hard-fought victory over Eire Óg on a 6-2 to 3-8 scoreline.
This week the u16 Girls play their championship quarter-final against Castlerea in Ardcarne Park at 7pm on Tuesday 8th while the u19 Girls play Four Roads away at 7pm on Thursday 10th. Best of luck to both teams.


DADS & LADS
Football for Dads & Lads continues from 9pm to 10pm on Wednesday 9th August in Ardcarne Park. We've had very enjoyable sessions so far with new players continuing to join every week and always welcome. Last week we followed up with our first indoor session which was well deserved!

Rowing Success

Well done to club members Chloe McGuinness, Sarah Lee and Izobelle Murphy who competed in Carrick Rowing Regatta on Sunday last winning races and medals.


The Hatch
Open for business this Tuesday evening.
Part time volunteers needed to assist with The Hatch club shop. Please contact Marie on 0861243415


Take a picture with the Tansey Cup
A great evening was had by all the academy players where they got the opportunity to meet some of the winning Tansey Cup team and get their photos taken.

New APP
St Michael's GAA providing players and members with a “Digital Clubhouse” through their new club app, powered by ClubSpot St Michael's GAA have recently entered into an exciting partnership with ClubSpot, a sportstech company from Cavan, allowing them to provide players and supporters with a “Digital ClubHouse'' in the palm of their hand through their new mobile club app. The move exhibits the ambition and creativity of the club in revolutionising their club management and member engagement, something that will surely be replicated by other clubs across the county. Search ‘St Michaels Gaa’ on your app store or scan the qr code at the pitch!