Club Notes: 27th July 2015

Post date: Jul 27, 2015 10:50:17 PM

Photo shows the Tallow Junior team who drew with Kilgobnet on Friday last.

Notaí CLG Tulach an Iarainn sponsored by McGrath's Chemist Tallow.

Tallow GAA Lotto - supported by Kearney's Restaurant Tallow

Numbers drawn were: 5, 11, 18, 26

No winner

Consolation Prizes: Michael Delaney, Br4idie Martin, Martin Sheehan, Trevor Sheehan

Promoter: Marian Forbes

Next draw: Lukies Tues August 4th

Jackpot: €6,000

Junior Hurling Championship:

Tallow 1-10 Kilgobnet 1-10

Tallow needed a draw at minimum to advance to the knock out stages in their final qualifier game against Kilgobnet in nearby Colligan on Friday evening. In the early stages it looked like they would accomplish a win with some ease but as the game developed they were happy to squeeze out a draw at the final whistle which puts them through to a quarter final tilt against Ballyduff or Colligan. Despite an under par performance, anything less would have been an injustice as they were the team most intent on playing hurling.

A troublesome cross wind tested the control and accuracy of both teams on a perfect playing surface. Tallow, hurling well within themselves, looked comfortable in the opening half scoring 1-6 to Kilgobnet’s 4 points. We wasted a number of scoring opportunities and were lucky not to pay the price at the finish. Roles were reversed for the second half with Kilgobnet dominating play as Tallow tired and sustained injuries. The scoring mirrored in reverse that of the first half with Kilgobnet scoring 1-6 to Tallow’s 4 points. Given the state of the game, the final whistle brought closure to what was on occasions an unsavoury encounter.

Mikey Curley has probably been our most consistent player over the campaign thus far. I’m saving a man of the match award for him! On this occasion however the accolade has to go to Jake Neville. His contribution of 1-3 alone merits it.

We have a very young squad in development (as well as veteran stalwarts Basher, JP and Bear who continue to give service above and beyond the call of duty). It’s important to nurture and keep these lads involved as well as introducing more from the underage ranks each year. A senior team cannot exist in isolation! For many years now our junior team has established an esprit de corps and have worn the jersey with distinction and honour. They are crucial to the development of Tallow GAA club!

Tallow: JP Grey, Stephen Pratt, William Hogan, Mikey Tobin, Paul O Mahoney, Kieran Fraser, Eric Hickey, Mikey Curley (0-3f), Stefan Tobin (0-1), Jake Neville (1-3), Donnchadh Mulcahy (0-1), Aaron Pratt, Kevin Henley, Brian Henley ((0-2), Alan Curley, Matthew Scheibelreiter, Alan Buckley, Stuart Barry, Noel Condon.

Footnote: I don’t like doing it but it has to be said. Some of the tackling and dangerous pulling that went on in this game has no place on a hurling field.

Out of Action

We wish a speedy recovery to William Curley who is currently out of action following an injury sustained a few weeks back. We hope to see you back on your feet soon Carter!!

Happy Birthday

I heard a great night was had by all in the Corner on Saturday night last for John Paul Greys birthday. Happy birthday JP, 21 again eh !!

Waterford V Kilkenny

We are now through to an All Ireland semi-final thanks to the impressive performance in Thurles on Sunday last. Ticket orders need to be in with Lindsay by this Friday, 31st July at 1pm. You can leave a message with your order on 05856015

Lotto

We sincerely appreciate all of your continued support in purchasing lotto and Deise draw tickets. They are both vitally important money sources for the club. Tickets are available in all local shops and from local promoters.

Fixtures

Best of luck to our Junior footballers who take on Old Parish on Friday 7th of August.

Meeting

Our monthly meeting will take place this Thursday, July 30th at 9pm. All committee members are requested to attend.

Cois Bhríde

GAA Cúl Camp.....This year's camp will be held in Knockanore, Monday 10th – Friday 14th August, 10am-2:30pm Closing date is Friday 7th August but places are still available and can be booked either on line or with Lisa Henley on 086-3461882.