Clonduff Club Notes Sunday 25th June 2017

Monday 26th June 2017

Clonduff Club Notes Sunday 25^th June 2017

Condolences to the Morgan Family, Spelga Park on the death of Jim, a life-long club member father and grandfather of former and current playing members. To his wife Mary, sons Oliver, Gary and Aidan, daughter Mairead (Lavelle), their children, his brothers Paddy Joe and Stephen, sisters Rose (Cunningham) and Mary Catherine and the wider family circle we tender our sincerest sympathy. 
Mary Queen of the Gael pray for him. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam uasal.

Congratulations to Darren, Barry, Aidan, Cathal and the Down senior panel on their victory over Monaghan in the Ulster Semi-Final on Saturday past!

Congratulations to St Colman's College who defeated Abbey CBS in a fantastic game of football played in Mayobridge on Tuesday evening in the Ben Dearg Final. The team is managed by our own Mark Devlin and captained by Senan Carr with Fionn Brown and Gerard Carvill on starting team; Aidan Kelly, Bryan Rice and Evan McConville also in the team. Well done Mark and boys!

U14 Footballers travel to Derrylin for Féile Peile na nÓg

There was a hugh buzz around Clonduff Park on Friday afternoon as the U14 panel gathered, kitted out in their new gear ready to embark on their trip to Féile. There was no rest for the boys and they were put straight to it upon their arrival in Derrylin playing two games. Clonduff entered the field in their 1st game of the 2017 Fèile Peile na nÓg against a very physical Kildare club side. This didn’t phase the Yellas and from the throw in they got off into scoring ways. Although the Fr. Prendergast team did attempt a comeback the Yellas were determined to get over the line and produced a fantastic second half performance, especially in defence. The boys finished this game with a victory on a 3-10 to 1-7 score line. The boys got a taste of winning ways and got off to a much sharper start against their opponents in their second game. The Yellas oozed confidence to beat Lisnaskea on a score line of 2-10 to 0-04. Day 2 brought an early start and questionable conditions with strong winds; this would be the boys third game, the final of the group stages, playing the Féile hosts, Derrylin. Clonduff got off to a sluggish start conceding a goal within the first few minutes of the game. However, the boys were quick to adapt to the harsh weather conditions and the scores kept flowing. The second half of this game proved a tough challenge for the team and although they did not score themselves, they managed to keep Derrylin’s scoring to a minimum to come out on top, winning the match and placing them top of the group. Clonduff were now to face Galway’s Kinvara in the quarter final, which from the outset looked like an intimidating side, this did not put the Yella’s off and the boys put in a great performance making the most of every scoring opportunity while also showing great tactics in defence. Clonduff 2-05 Kinvara 1.02 was the final score. Clonduff now had an unbeaten record proceeding into the semi-final which was to be played in Latton. Their opponents would be Kilkenny team Dicksboro. This proved to be the biggest challenge of the Féile yet and was a tight encounter with the sides level at half time. Unfortunately for the boys this would be their last game and despite showing great determination in a hard fought battle they lost out to the Kilkenny side. The boys had a fantastic time away and have made unforgettable memories. Well done to the players, the management and parents! A successful weekend all in all!

Full Squad: Brian Rice, James Brannigan, Conor Grant, Gerald Carvill, Conor McCumiskey, Senan Carr, Max Dursley, Ronan Matthews, Patrick Cowan, Dan Rafferty, Oisin Logan, Will Kelly, Callum Donnan, Shane Close, Eoin Devlin, Conor Greer, Aaron Norris, Aaron Gribben, Shea Morgan, Eoin McAlinden, Donnacha Burns, Adam Fegan, Joey OHare, Luke Fitzpatrick, Michael McGivern.

Clonduff U14 Ladies host San Francisco U14 team

The U14 boys were not the only ones to embrace the Féile fever as earlier in the week Clonduff’s U14 ladies hosted a friendly tournament to welcome the U14 San Francisco team before they headed to the Féile. The girls played against local teams Kilcoo, Mayobridge and Clonduff as part of their Féile preparations. The evening was finished off in true Clonduff style with plenty of food and refreshments to be had as well as Ceol agus Craic. A night to remember was had by all the girls involved with many friendships made. A huge thank you to all the parents and anyone who got involved in this celebration in any way!

FABULOUS COACHING OPPORTUNITY!
CALLING YOUNG PEOPLE AGED 16-24! NEED SOMETHING TO DO FOR A COUPLE OF DAYS OVER THE SUMMER?
The Ulster GAA Foundation Coaching Qualification will take place from Monday 17th - Thursday 20th July from 4pm to 7pm at Pairc Esler in Newry (to be confirmed) with a trip to Croke Park on the Friday. It's for young people aged 16 - 24. It's targeted at young people not in work, education or training. Given that over the summer any young person finishing 5th year at minute is technically "not in education" due to waiting on GCSE results they can do it. It's free and the young people get £3 each day for attending plus any travel they need to get to venue each day. For example bus fares, taxi etc.
YOUNG PEOPLE FROM CLONDUFF WHO ARE INTERESTED SHOULD CONTACT SECRETARY ON 07720062073

FRIENDS OF CLONDUFF LOTTO

Winning numbers for Monday 19^th June were 9, 15, 16, & 20.
Six match 3 winners receive £17.00 each.
Next Week's Jackpot £3,200 #ifyourenotinyoucantwin

PLAY FRIENDS OF CLONDUFF LOTTO ONLINE!
Download the free Klubfunder App to your phone for updates - open the App and search for Clonduff GAC before registering! Or follow the link on our Facebook page! All very simple!

Especially set up for our ex-pats who wish to support their home club! No reason why locals can't use the facility also! More online facilities coming soon - Club Shop.

SENIOR FOOTBALL

SFL Clonduff 2-11 v Longstone 1-12
Clonduff were wrong-footed right at the start of the game when they scored an own-goal for the visitors and then had a penalty awarded against them - not for the first time this season Paul Gribben came to the rescue with a brilliant save and it wasn't the only great save he brought off in the game! With the score at 1-1 to 0-1 Liam McGreevy scored the first of two penalties. Longstone led 1-7 to 1-6 at the break. Halfway through the second half they led by 3 points before Liam converted the second penalty to make it 2-6 to 1-9. With just over 5 mins to go Clonduff trailed by one point but fought hard for the ball and scored the last three points of the game.
Team and scorers: Paul Gribben, John McPolin, Ruairi Lively, James Killen, Jayme Gribben, Shane McGreevy, Charlie Carr, Damien Canning, Niall Tumilty (0-1), Gary McDonald, Patrick O'Hagan (0-2), Paul Lively (0-2), Stephen McConville (0-6,4F), Rían Branagan, Liam McGreevy (2-0); Subs used: John Brown, Lorcan Branagan, Shane Ward, Rory Grant, Niall McPolin.

MINOR FOOTBALL

ACMFL Clonduff 3-17 Kilcoo 3-11
Clonduff minors played near neighbours Kilcoo on a warm sunny Tuesday evening at Clonduff Park. Fast direct play was evident from both teams from the start and a great display of scoring was good to see at this level. Clonduff went in at half time 2-9 to 2-5 up. Second half started with the Yellas on top and once they got to grips with kilcoo's well worked kickouts the Magpies found they had no answer to the pressure Clonduff were putting on them. Every man played a huge part in this great performance and the Magpies finally wilted. Special praise must go to this group for the hard work and commitment they are showing especially at a time when exam commitments are prominent. 
Team and scorers: James Carvill, Reece Rooney, James Keenan, Jamie O'Hagan, Dean McCabe, Ryan Matthews, Lyndon Brown (0-1), Tom Close (1-0), Tiernan McEvoy, Paudie Kelly (0-2), John Boden (0-7), Ben McConville (0-2), Darren Quinn (1-0), Padraig Wilson (1-1), Eamon Brown (0-4); Subs used: Laurence Brannigan, Conor Parr and Shay Fitzpatrick; other subs: Darragh fitzpatrick, Daniel McGivern

UNDERAGE FOOTBALL

AC U16 FL Bredagh 2-10 v Clonduff 3-15
The Clonduff boys put in a great second half performance to beat a good Bredagh team in Belfast on Thursday evening. Losing at half time by 6 points it took a huge effort in the second half to come out winners by 8 points. If Clonduff win our last game at home to Shamrocks they proceed to the league final.
Team and scorers: Darragh Mcalinden, Sean McCumisky, Conor Parr (Vice Capt), Kieran Mulholland, Padraig Morgan, Laurence Brannigan, Declan Hudson-McCloskey, Tom Close (Capt-0-2), Padraig Clancy (1-1.), Oisin Tumilty (0-1), Oran Wilson (0-1), Charlie Kerr, Padraig Kelly (0-3), Eamon Brown (1-6), Aidan Markey (1-1); Subs used: Shane Parr, Jamie McDonald, Charlie Brown, Rory McKernan; Other subs; Eugene Lively, Pearse Cunningham, Peter McAvoy, Jake Morgan, Thomas Woods, Ben Magee, Aodhan Quinn

HURLING

U6/U8 Hurling Blitz in Kilclief
Clonduff had 16 players representing the club at the most recent blitz at U6 and U8 level. Games were played against Ballycran, Warrenpoint, Carryduff, Ballela and the hosts Kilclief. The sun shone on a wonderful days hurling on the shores of Strangford Lough. They boys put in an afternoon of fantastic hurling showing great skill. Well Done!

CAMOGIE NEWS

UP-COMING Fixtures

Minors play Shamrocks on Tuesday evening in the pitch

Seniors play Ballygalget Wednesday evening away

UNDERAGE CAMOGIE

U6s, U8s U10s

Congratulations to all the girls that travelled to Portaferry to take part in the All County Blitz. Once again Clonduff was represented in all 3 sections and were very competitive.  Massive thanks to the parents who travelled and took over some of the managerial roles.  Thanks to our younger players who also helped out with the U6 team. All your support, time and effort are much appreciated. 
Next blitz at the end of the month in Warrenpoint. 

U12 LEAGUE
Ballycran v Clonduff
Well done to the U12s who played two matches within the week. Last Sat they travelled to Ballycran and put up in a fantastic performance considering the intense heat. Final Score  Ballycran 2-02 Clonduff 3-04 Team: Hannah Shields , Sinead McPolin  Ellie Morgan  Grace Clancy (1.0) Cara Savage (1.0)  Amy Morgan (1.4)  Blaithin Shields Meabh McPolin  Grace Kelly Zara  Kelly and Michaela Harper. 

Clonduff v Kilcoo
Clonduff continued their impressive run in this Section A with a comprehensive win over neighbours Kilcoo. Some fantastic display of skill on show that was commented on by a few watching the game.  Well done girls.  Final Score 6-10 Kilcoo 1-00 Team and Scorers Hannah Shields 1-00, Sinead McPolin  Ellie Morgan  Grace Clancy, Cara Savage,  Amy Morgan (4-08),  Blaithin Shields, Meabh McPolin,  Grace Kelly, Zara  Kelly, Ceallagh Byrne 0-01, Jamie Lee Maginn 0-01, Clodagh Kelly 1-00 and Michaela Harper. 
Next game: Saturday 1st July Liatroim v Clonduff

Primary School

Well done to St Patrick's Primary School  who took part in the 9 aside camogie blitz recently losing by the narrowest of margins to Portaferry in the final.  Well done girls.  The school also won the indoor competition earlier on in the year.  Thanks to Majella Kelly for helping out with lifts.

U16s

The u16s travelled to Dromara last Tuesday evening somewhat depleted due to a concert in Belfast and came up against a much bigger Dromara team with a daughter of former clonduff player Lorraine Simpson on the team however this didn’t deter the rest and they came away big winners, final score Dromara 0-00 Clonduff 15-13.

ADVANCE NOTICE OF EVENTS IN CLONDUFF/HILLTOWN!

Kellogs Cúl Camp in Clonduff Park – Monday 31^st July – Friday 4^th August

Club Camogie and Hurling Camps in Clonduff Park – Monday 14^th – Friday 18^th August

Ella Trainor U6 Memorial Blitz – Saturday 12^th August

Clonduff U12 LGFA Tournament – Saturday 26^th August

Follow Clonduff GAA Club on Facebook, Twitter and www.clonduffgac.netWed. 21st Sept. 5:30-8:30pm
Thur 22nd Sept 5:30-8:30pm
Fri. 23rd Sept. 5:30-8:30pm
Sat 24th Sept. 10:00-3:00pm
Sun. 25th Sept. 10:00-12 noonWed. 21st Sept. 5:30-8:30pm
Thur 22nd Sept 5:30-8:30pm
Fri. 23rd Sept. 5:30-8:30pm
Sat 24th Sept. 10:00-3:00pm
Sun. 25th Sept. 10:00-12 noonWed. 21st Sept. 5:30-8:30pm
Thur 22nd Sept 5:30-8:30pm
Fri. 23rd Sept. 5:30-8:30pm
Sat 24th Sept. 10:00-3:00pm
Sun. 25th Sept. 10:00-12 nooncit to a single point - their play deserved something from the game!
Team and scorers: Paul Gribben, John Brown, Shay Murnin, Rory Lively, Shane McGreevy, Conal Brown, Lorcan Branagan (0-1), Aidan Carr, Charlie Carr, Patrick O'Hagan (0-2), Liam McGreevy (0-1), Gary McDonald, Finbarr McConville, Shane Ward (0-2), Barry O'Hagan (1-12); Subs used: Stephen McConville, Jayme Gribben, Shaun Murnin, Eamon Grant, Eamon O'Reilly, Paddy Macit to a single point - their play deserved something from the game!
Team and scorers: Paul Gribben, John Brown, Shay Murnin, Rory Lively, Shane McGreevy, Conal Brown, Lorcan Branagan (0-1), Aidan Carr, Charlie Carr, Patrick O'Hagan (0-2), Liam McGreevy (0-1), Gary McDonald, Finbarr McConville, Shane Ward (0-2), Barry O'Hagan (1-12); Subs used: Stephen McConville, Jayme Gribben, Shaun Murnin, Eamon Grant, Eamon O'Reilly, Paddy Matthews