Enniscrone/Kilglass GAA notes
June 30, 2015
Intermediate
The intermediate team got their championship campaign off to a winning start with a hard-earned 0-13 to 0-6 win over Cloonacool at Cloonacool Community Park last Sunday evening. Against a well-organised home side our lads were made work hard for scores, and led by only three points at half-time. However, a strong second half display saw the team over the line. Well done to Cloonacool for having their grounds in fine condition and for the post-match refreshments, which was a great gesture. Due to Sligo's involvement in the Connacht final and subsequently the All-Ireland series, it's unlikely that any further club championship action will take place until mid-August.
Minor/U-16
Our minor and u-16 teams are back in full training following the conclusion of the state exams. All players please attend as championship season is fast approaching.
U-14
Commiserations to our u-14 team who lost out to Calry/St Joseph's in the Division Two Shield final last Wednesday evening at Scarden. An uncharacteristically poor opening half display meant the lads were 4-6 to 0-1 down at the break, but a much improved second half saw the lads battle back to within six points. However, the winners netted twice late on, and won out 8-9 to 5-6. Nonetheless, the lads can reflect on a very competitive league campaign and will harbour hopes of a long summer in the championship. Well done to all on their efforts so far.
U-12
Result of the week goes to our u-12 footballers who beat neighbours Easkey 0-37 to 0-2 in the final round of the league last week. Well done to everyone on a superb display of scoring. The result puts the team into the top four, but other results this week will dictate where the lads finish in the table.
County scene
Best wishes to Mark O'Dowd and the Sligo minor team in their Connacht Championship semi-final with Roscommon this Friday evening. Mark put in a very good display at corner-back last weekend as the team overcame Leitrim 4-8 to 0-12 in the quarter-final.
Golf Classic
Our bi-annual golf classic is fast approaching on July 17th at Enniscrone Golf Club. Sponsorship opportunities are available for any businesses wishing to sponsor the event. A team of four costs €120, with first prize four All-Ireland final tickets along with accommodation in a hotel for the weekend. This wonderful prize, as well as the many others on offer, means the day promises to be a competitive and enjoyable day out across a terrific course. For more details, contact co-ordinator Tom McManus.
August Bank Holiday event
Plans are in the pipeline for a Barbeque and music at the newly opened Sheridan's Pub (formerly Gaughan's) in Kilglass for the August Bank Holiday weekend. More details soon on what promises to be a great weekend's entertainment.
