St.Patricks Gala Dinner Dance

With 3 weeks remaining for the biggest night of the year for St.Patricks Gaa Stamullen as we are holding our Gala Celebration & Presentation Dinner Dance for our Adult Championship winning teams which will take place on Friday 19th December in the City North Hotel. Mulled Wine reception will be at 7.30pm followed by dinner at 8pm sharp. Live band "Cool Chicken & The Xmen" followed by DJ and dancing till late. Tickets are selling fast but there are still available & priced at €35 more details on our facebook/twitter/website & other Local Tabloids.

Senior & Juvenile AGM's

Both our Senior & Juvenile AGM's recently took place before at the end of November.  Our Senior committee returns for 2015 with everyone remaining in office as 2014, while new members were elected to the Juvenile committees for 2015.  We thank those that stood office for 2014 and welcome those new for 2015.  Also new managers & mentors have been installed for our Juvenile & LGFA sections.  We wish those the very best of luck going forward in 2015.  A full list of officers for 2015 and managers/mentors will be posted on our webiste/facebook & twitter in due time.

End of Year Presentation Awards

We will be holding our Juvenile & LGFA presentations on December 6th for our football & Hurling sections. Team medals will be given out to various teams which includes from U6 to Minor. On the same day Pats Og will hold their Xmas party were Santa Claus will make a visit to the children.

Hurling League Final

St.Patricks made it through to another final this time in the Div3 league final where they faced their South Meath rivals in Boardsmill.  St.Pats who have already beaten their counterparts already this season would of fancied their chances going into this game. The match was played in Kilmessan with a noon throw in on a very wet morning which left the ground very mucky and soft underfoot. It was a tough first half with Boardsmill making the best of the chances on the day. St. Patricks working tirelessly at all times keeping themselves in the game with sheer grit and determination with first half points from Mark Scanlon ( 2 ) and Brian Calvey. Half time : St. Patricks 0.3 - Boardsmill 0.7

The second half opened with a clearer sky and the St. Patricks players with one focus in mind to take on the game immediately on the resumption a long rang puck from Diarmaid Quinn ended up in the back of the Boardsmill net - leaving only 1 point between the sides. In now entered a dog eat dog stage with points from both sides keeping matters equal, however with the introduction of Phil Harney for the injured Brian Farrelly the game Began to open up in favour of the east Meath side.
Harney knocked over 2 points, followed on 1 from Neil O' Flaherty and another from Diarmaid Quinn, another massive attack from Boardsmill yielded 2 points before another from Harney left it 3 to the good for the Pats. Massive defending at all times was the order of the day from J.P. Ryan, James Kenna, Shane Clarke, Gareth Mc Guinness and Michael Kennedy, while another attack at the other end saw Phil Harney rattle the back of the Boardsmill net Leaving the Pats 6 points up with the final whistle getting close.

However Boardsmill weren't finished yet and mounted another attack knocking over a point from a free before netting just at the final whistle. Full time : St. Patricks 2.9 - Boardsmill 1.10

It was with great excitement the Brian Smyth Cup for Div. 3 was presented to Brian Farrelly by the Hurling Board Chairman Dom Reilly and the Pats supporters who had travelled on the day were delighted to be present, and can now only look forward to the trip to Longford to play Wolfe Tones in the Leinster JHC Special semi Final.

Hurling Leinster Club Championship

St.Pats faced Louth club Pearse Og in the Qtr Final of the Leinster Club Special J.H.C which was played in Stamullen. This was a Very sporting game played in the excellent conditions that are a sight to behold at St. Patricks home grounds in Stamullen. The home team were very much in the driving seat throughout this encounter as unlike their opposition have being playing in competition over the past few weekends, and this was the main difference in the skills on display today. Pats got off to a flyer and never looked back taken score after score. At half time Pats lead by 9pts Half Time : St. Patricks 1. 07 - Pearse Og 0.01. The Second half recommenced with Pearse Og looking a little brighter and registering a few of their own scores however St.Pats kept going taken their tally to 2:15 in the end & ran out worthy winners. Fine performances from the outstanding back line of Clarke, Mc Guinness and Kennedy to the ever prowling forwards of Brian Farrelly, Diarmaid Quinn and Neil O Flaherty, supported by the strong midfield of Mark Scanlon and Ciaran Calvey. Well done to all. Final score St.Pats 2:15 Pearse Og 1:03.

In the Semi Finals St.Pats found their oppostion in Wolfe Tones (Mostrim) of Longford. Pats found themselves up against a good outfit in Wolfetones who are a Senior level team.  Although on the day the Pats tried and gave a good account of themselves then went down to a good home side. Pats can be proud of what they have achieved this year & know for sure that they will be back again. Final Score Wolfetones 4.10 - St.Pats 0.11

St.Pats Minor Boys Football

In the Minor Div3 semi final rescheduled game St.Pats welcomed North Meath Gaels to Stamullen where the winner would meet Killary Emmets. From start to finish St.Pats were up for this as they started the stronger playing against the wind, showed some great team play with off the shoulder running. The Pats looked in the driving seat at half time. NMG however did not come to Stamullen to make up the numbers and put the Pats under severe pressure for 15mins of the second half. They started to control midfield and won every breaking ball for that quarter. The Pats stuck to their game plan and never panicked, they rode the storm as a team,showing discipline and workrate and finished strong too win out. Final score 2:10 to 0:07. 

Minor Final & Replay

The final played in Navan were St Patricks and Killary Emmets will have to do it all over again as the teams finished level 2-9 each. The Stamullen men led at the break 2-3 to 1-4. Aaron Kenna and Conor Tully posted the Pats goals while Brian Carroll netted for Killary. St Pats were a point up and looked set to claim victory but Daire Rowe converted a free to earn a draw. In the replay played in Ashbourne this was a tight nit and tuck game with Emmets playing some great football from the start, The Syddan/Castletown were boosted by an early goal from Michael Fedigan and built up a 1-5 to 0-4 by the 21st minute. They still led by that margin approaching half-time but were then stunned by a St Patrick's rally which yielded 1-2 in a three minute spell before the break.

The Stamullen sides goal came from Stephen Belton and with points from Aaron Mulvaney and Daoin Burns the east Meath outfit led 1-6 to 1-5 at the break. Two Rowe points within a minute of the restart had Killary back in front and they tightened their grip on proceedings with another point from Mark Kelly before Andrew Kenny fisted to the net to leave it 2-8 to 1-6 on 34 minutes.

St Patrick's showed great character after that to bounce back with a goal and two points from the stylish Conor Tully to leave the sides level at 2-8 each entering the final quarter. Rowe was the difference in the last 15 minutes as he added five further points with St Patrick's only response coming from Aaron Mulvaney. Some decisions were questionable and went against us but we kept plugging away.  In the end Killary were more hungrier notching up 4 pts on the trot from the boot of Daire Rowe. Final score 2-13 - 2-09.

St.Pats Minor Girls League Winners

On a very wet a windy morning in Ashbourne the St Pats Minors (Girls) took on there near neighbours St Colmcilles in a battle to see who would lift the 2014 LGFA Minor league title. There was a real tight edge to the opening 15 min's with both sides shown early signs of nerves and neither side wanting to hand the advantage to the other team. It was a Jade Geraghty goal midway through that first half that gave the Pats girls a narrow lead going in at half at half time 1-2 to 0-2.
That second half stared with both teams going point for point and then about 12 mins in we had a ten minute break as one of the Cilles girls received treatment on the side line. When the game finally did restart it was a Pats team that looked possessed with Captain Katie Dowling going on a rampage of point taking and two blistering goals from Nicole Weldon and Emma White made sure there was only going to be one outcome of this match. When the final whistle did sound there was great celebrations among the large contingent of Pats supporters as we knew we had all just witnessed history a first ever Minor title for St Pats girls. Finally hats off to the Colmcilles girls who never stopped till the final whistle, Final Score St Pats 3-10 Colmcilles 0-5

St.Pats Sports Shop

With Christmas only 3wks away Our St.Patricks club gear is available to purchase within the clubhouse as a gift for your santa stocking filler or maybe a loved one. All sizes available to suit for both juvenile to senior men to ladies. Be seen to wear your club colours. For more information and a complete list of items with prices contact Myra O'Flaherty in the Club shop.

Club Lotto

Our club lotto continues to go from strength to strength with the fantastic support of the public within the local community however we are always looking for new people to give it a go.  Most recently our Club jackpot of €7,400 was won by one lucky person. Lotto can be done within the club or any committee member. Lotto takes place every Tuesday night in Whytes of Stamullen. The Cost is €2 a ticket and there also is a "Crossbar Challenge". Enquires within the club. Your Support is greatly appreciated.

Johnny Purfield Retirement

Meath County Board Chairman Conor Tormey paid tribute to all the club delegates who attended meetings in 2014 and singled out those who have decided to stand down at the end of the year which includes our own Mr.Johnny Purfield. A great clubman & servant to St.Patricks Gaa and a great club delegate to have at the county board meetings has decided to retire and stand down as the 2014 season comes to an end. St.Patricks are greatful to Johnny for the amount of time and travelling he has done in representing their club at county board meetings. Many thanks Johnny and happy retirement from all your colleagues, friends and family at Naomh Padraig C.L.G.

Lennon All Star Team

THE Argus and Drogheda Independent are delighted to announce that they have once again teamed up with Louth Colleges GAA and DkIT GAA Club to pick a 2014 Lennon Cup All-Star team. St.Patricks own Conor (Rua) Tully is part of the selection in the casting of votes. We are calling on all Pats followers & those that have played against Conor & know him to cast a vote for him as he has been on exceptional form throughout 2014 from Minor to Junior C to B League winning 2 finals & losing 1. When not kitted out in his Pats gear Rua can be seen in the Black Reiteoir attire during the season officiating the juvenile home Blitz and most recently in the Leinster Hurling Special Championships Quarter Final as sideline umpire. To cast your vote go to http://submit.independent.ie/preview/pick-your-lennon-cup-2014-all-stars-team.html Rua best of luck if there is anyone that deserves a place in the starting 15 its you.

St.Pats Youtube Page

St.Pats launched their Youtube page which will feature video montages from all teams within the club with added music looking back at their season. Also featured will br pre-recorded matches covering both codes of Football & hurling.  Visit us at St Patricks Gaa Meath.

Contacting the Club

St.Patricks Gaa can be contacted on all types of media choose any of the following
Email : [email protected] - Website : www.stpatricksgaa.com - Facebook : stpatricksgaastamullen - Twitter : @stpatsmeath

Astro Outdoor Pitches

Avail now of the outdoor Astro pitches St Patricks GAA the club has great facilities in the form of two Outdoor fully floodlight Astro Turf pitches. Since opening began it has been full on action with all different type of ages and groups using the Astro.

Now open & fully running the club are take bookings for the pitches & look forward to welcoming you & your group to St.Patricks Gaa Centre. Rates for a pitch are as follows : Monday to Friday Daylight hours €40.00 per hour. All other times €50.00 per hour. Last game slot is 9-10pm. Pitch Closure on Sunday's. Don't miss out on your evening training during the fall & winter months. For more information drop into the club reception or call 018418106

DVD - All Ireland Heroes

St Patricks GAA have released a DVD of the St Pats Tribute night honouring their 5 Meath All Ireland winning stars. Starting in '54 right through to '99 , This is your chance to hear the stories of every Ireland final won by the Royal County (bar one) first hand by those who took part. Hosted by RTE Sports presenter and Commentator Daragh Maloney, the night was magical from start to finish. See Kevin "Gus" Lenehan , Pat "Red" Collier, Michael Mc Quillan, Cormac Sullivan and Cormac Murphy entertain a packed clubhouse while Sean Boylan sits back and smiles throughout as he kicks every ball in every final listed here. A must buy for GAA enthusiasts everywhere. Limited stock Available now at St. Patricks Clubhouse Stamullen price €10 or contact Myra on 087-9139268. Also available are a once in a lifetime souveneir program for €5 once there gone there will be no reprints. Get yours today.

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