Wolfe Tone & St. Enda's, Derrymacash notes
May 06, 2013Wolfe Tone & St. Enda's, Derrymacash
Camógaíocht/Camogie
Good luck to our senior camogie players Shannon McPartland and Aoibhinn McCarthy who will be representing the county in the All-Ireland final at the weekend. The girls are part of the Armagh minor team which beat Kerry in Saturday's semi-final in Laois 2-10 to 1-10. The Armagh girls play Kildare this weekend in the All-Ireland final and everyone involved in the Wolfe Tones and St Enda's club wishes Shannon and Aoibhinn the very best of luck. Ard Mhacha abú!
Our senior camogie team beat Brocagh in a challenge game during the week on a scoreline of 10-9 to 0-7. Our Under 12 camogs showed great potential and proved that they were making great progress on Saturday after taking part in a blitz in Derrynoose. St Enda's played some very strong teams including Ballymacnab and Culloville. The girls showed great strength and character and were a credit to the club. Maith sibh a chailíní. Well done girls.
If anyone who used to play camogie for the club has a spare helmet lying around that they no longer require, we would be very grateful if you could donate it to St Enda's.
The club will be holding a celebration of camogie in Derrymacash for all players, mentors and supporters of St Enda's Camogie Club, past and present on Saturday 25 May from 7pm. There will be an exhibition of photographs and memorabilia on the night and we are asking anyone with photos or memorabilia which we could borrow for the night to get in touch with us. A good night's craic is guaranteed with Good Intentions providing music in the bar until late. Make sure you don't miss this opportunity to celebrate the history of our camogie club, as we look forward to the future development of camogie in Derrymacash and north Armagh. Naomh Éanna abú
Peil/ Football
The senior footballers suffered their first defeat of the league when Annaghmore visited Derrymacash on Friday night. It was another calamitous start by the Tones, gifting the visitors a simple goal after just 30 seconds, which left the home side chasing Annaghmore for the rest of the game. The Tones did rack up five scores in the first half through James Lavery, Niall Geoghegan with three and Johnny McCarron, but the visitors kept on the pressure with four points of their own. The Tones had only themselves to blame with a lot of wasted opportunities preventing them from actually leading at half time. Half time Tones 0-5 Annaghmore 1-4. The second half was a pretty dire affair with a 20 minute spell without a single score. Annaghmore hit three, whilst the Tones could only manage two. The only excitement for the Derrymacash supporters came in added time, when the last-minute desperation from the Tones saw the ball cleared from the line. Full time Tones 0-7 Annaghmore 1-7. A very poor performance from the Tones and a lot of work to do before the away game to Keady on Sunday.
The minor footballers were well beaten by Clan na Gael last Monday evening and will hope that their season can turn tomorrow when they travel down the road to take on Derrytrasna. The Under 16s had no competitive fixture this week and arranged a challenge game against Aghagallon on Sunday evening, which they won following a magnificent comeback in the second half. The boys will hope to keep up their good run away to Madden on Thursday. The Under 14 game against St Paul's was called off. Next up for the boys is a championship tie at home to Culloville on Wednesday evening. The Under 12s got their league campaign up and running on Saturday, earning a draw away to St Paul's. Well done to all the players, particularly the U10s who lined out and played very well against older players. The Under 10s hosted Ballyhegan on Sunday and finished with a comfortable win. The Under 8s hosted St Peter's on Saturday morning and were victorious in all four games. They also travelled to Davitt Park last Monday to play a series of 9 aside games against Clan na Gael, of which they won 2 and drew 2. Mol an óige agus tiocfaidh sí. Praise the youth and they will blossom.
The Reserves were beaten by Tír na nÓg during the week and are away to Éire Óg this Wednesday. Gaelic4Mothers continues on Friday evenings at the club from 7pm. Everyone is welcome to take part in the Gaelic4Mothers training sessions, which are a good way to keep fit as well as good craic.
Paddy Moriarty was honoured in Croke Park last Sunday for his role in the Combined Universities team who won the Railway Cup in 1973. Paddy joined his old teammates for a reunion at the National Football League final and was introduced to the crowd at half time. Maith thú Paddy, tá an club iontach bródúil as a bhfuil bainte amach agat. Well done Paddy, the club is very proud of all of your achievements.
Football Fixtures
Monday 6 Minors v sarsfields Away @ 7.15pm
Tuesday 7 U14 championship v Culloville Home @ 7.15pm
Wednesday 8 Bs v Éire Óg Away @7.15pm
Thursday 9 U16s v Madden Away @ 7.15pm
Sunday 12 Seniors v Keady Away @ 2pm
Tuesday 14 U14 v Éire Óg Home @ 7.15pm
Wednesday 15 B championship v Grange Home @ 7.15pm
Gaeilge/Irish language
There will be intensive Irish language courses in the Athletic Grounds this Saturday 11 May between 11am and 4pm. There will be classes for beginners, intermediate and advanced levels. The cost of £10 includes lunch and you can contact [email protected] or 028 3751 5229 to book a place.
Revision classes for GCSE Irish students continue in the club on Sunday evenings. The classes focus on the Irish oral exam. Beidh na ranganna dírithe ar na ceisteanna sa scrúdú comhrá. Times may vary depending on football and camogie commitments and you are asked to text Seán Ó Maoilsté on 07716354381 if you are interested.
Crannchur/Lotto
Last week's lotto numbers (29.04.12) were 12, 22, 27 and 28. There was no jackpot winner and match 3 winners were Frankie Hogan, Dee Crossey and Kelly Laverty. Sellers prize went to D Magee and this week's jackpot will be £1,600.
Rince/Dancing
Irish dancing returns to the club on Saturday at 3pm. Newcomers always welcome. Fáilte roimh rinceoirí úra.
Ceolchoirm/Concert
Andrea Rice will be performing at the club on Friday evening, 10 May. Andrea will be singing in the bar at 9pm. Admission is free. This event is being organised by Clanbrassil Cultural Group.
CLG Ard Mhacha/ Armagh GAA
Armagh TV will be streaming a pre-championship panel discussion show on Wednesday evening at 8pm. The panellists include Benny Tierney, Jimmy Smith, Ger Houlahan, Steven McDonnell, Paul McGrane and our very own Paddy Moriarty. The show will be broadcast on www.armaghgaa.net/armaghtv and a number of Tones men will be involved in the production, including Paul Heaney, Gary Brankin and James McCann.
The Armagh senior footballers are inviting all supporters to come along to an Oíche Oscailte or Open Night in the Athletic Grounds on Friday 10 May from 7pm. A large crowd from the Tones attended the event last year and really enjoyed it with SarahRose Hosty winning the penalty competition. Young supporters will have an opportunity to meet their laochra peile (football heroes), take part in the many fun games and take home an Armagh goody bag. Make sure you don't miss this special night. Ard Mhacha abú! Tweet
