Congratulations to the Conahy Shamrocks Under 13 Hurlers Who Won the Kilkenny Supporters

Conahy Notes

HURLING Congratulations to the Conahy Shamrocks Under 13 hurlers who won the Kilkenny Supporters Club Shield at the Lisdowney GAA Club Sevens Tournament on Saturday last. It was a testing afternoon for the young Conahy players as they had to play three games in warm conditions, winning against Barrow Rangers, Tullaroan and Tullogher Rosbercon respectively. Joint team captains Mark Gunner and Jack Murphy received the Kilkenny Supporters Club Shield at the conclusion of the games. Congratulations to all the players and the team mentors.

TEAM: Billy Mulhall; Kieran Brennan; Josh Comerford; Mark Gunner; Jack Murphy; Conor Duggan; Oisín O'Connor; Jack Dempsey; Jack Bergin; Robbie Ring.

The intermediate hurlers were once again luckless as they lost out in Lisdowney in their latest game in the Aylward Cup played in the Polo Grounds on Tuesday night last. The exchanges were close throughout the first half, so much so that the scores were level at 0-7 apiece at half-time. A goal midway through the second half from Paul Buggy gave Conahy a 1-12 to 0-9 lead and should have been the start of a run towards victory, but it was the visitors who dominated from that point on. Though Conahy tried manfully to the end, Lisdowney were by far the stronger in the closing minutes, eventually winning out by 3-14 to 1-13. Conahy will face Graigue- Ballycallan on this Friday night at 7.00 p.m. in Clara in their final league game. Though the result will not alter Conahy’s league position, they will now their first round championship opponents following the game.

TEAM: Padraic Delaney; Niall Coogan; Peter Dollard; Thomas Nolan; Philly Cass; Donal Brennan; Ollie Feehan; Alan Healy; Damien Webster (0-2); James Bergin (0-5, 0-2 frees); Gary Kavanagh (0-2); Edmond Delaney (0-1); Paddy Mullan (0-1); Eoin Carroll; Bill Murphy (0-2). Subs – Paul Buggy (1-0); Donal Cass; Liam Cass; Seamus Óg Brennan; Sean Brennan.

The junior A hurlers also suffered defeat in recent days, this time against St. Lachtain’s in the quarter final of the Junior A championship in Freshford on Friday night last. Freshford led the way by 1-9 to 0-6 at half-time and despite Conahy’s best efforts, they could not force their way back into the game throughout the second half. In the end, the home side had seven points to spare, winning by 1-16 to 0-12 and advancing to the next round.

TEAM: Padraic Delaney (0-1, free); Niall Coogan; Peter Dollard; Thomas Nolan; Simon Callinan; Eoin Coogan; Damien Webster; Ollie Feehan (0-1); Eoin Carroll (0-1); Michael Bergin; Gary Kavanagh; Paddy Mullan; Peter Vickery; Paul Buggy (0-5, 0-3 frees); Bill Murphy (0-4). Subs – Sean Brennan; Gary Dunne; Liam Cass; Tom Mullan; Seamus Óg Brennan; Darragh Dooley; Justin Brophy;

The under-16 hurlers played out a thrilling draw with Cloneen/Railyard in the opening round of the Roinn C championship in Muckalee on Wednesday night last. The sides shared scores throughout the opening quarter until Mark Gunner scored Conahy’s first goal. But a physically stronger Cloneen/Railyard were on top for the remainder of the half, and by the half-time whistle they led by 1-8 to 1-3. Conahy put in a tremendous performance in the third quarter of the game, and they received their reward with a great goal from Robbie Dooley. However, when Cloneen/Railyard managed to score a late free to take the lead once again, it looked like Conahy would suffer a heartbreaking loss, but Karl Downey showed great composure in scoring a last gasp free to secure Conahy a share of the spoils.

TEAM: Harry O'Mahony; Louis Feehan; John Paul Gamble; Ciaran Rice; Cian Harding; Frank Gunner; Sean O'Dornan; Darren Cuddihy; Thomas Rice; Mark Gunner (1-1); Eoin Cahill (0-1); Geoffrey O'Shea; Robbie Dooley (1-0); Karl Downey (0-8, 0-7 frees); Jack Murphy. Subs – Tommy Blanche; Jack Bergin; Oisín Cahill.

CAMOGIE The junior camogie girls scored a great victory over Mooncoin in the Junior League/Championship on Tuesday night last in Castlecomer Community School. The locals led the way from early on and were 1-9 to 1-1 ahead at half-time. Though Mooncoin fought back early on in the second half with a well taken goal, Conahy were able to keep their noses in front, eventually winning by 1-13 to 2-5. The win sees the locals top their league group.

TEAM: Niamh Delaney; Amy Morrissey; Mairead Lawlor; Evelyn Phelan; Siobhan Mullan; Roisin Phelan; Katie Brennan; Miriam O’Keeffe; Noreen O’Keeffe; Danielle Morrissey; Lorraine Kennedy; Aisling Maher; Rebecca Brennan; Georgina Kelly; Hannah Murphy; Emma Cahill; Sinead Corrigan; Sarah Molloy; Maeve Delaney; Aileen Cass.

LOTTO RESULTS The numbers in the recent Conahy Shamrocks GAA Club Lotto draw were 7, 22 and 28. There was no jackpot winners and so the consolation prize winners were James Hogan, Brian McCullagh, Brendan Griffith, Eamon & Ellen Phelan and Thomas Nolan. The promoter prize winners were Peter Mulhall, Mona Dooley and Nicholas Griffith. This week’s jackpot now increases to €6,100.

CABARET Conahy Shamrocks Bórd na nÓg is holding a fund-raising cabaret in the GAA Club House, Jenkinstown on Saturday 13th August. The Abba Tribute Group, Abbaesque, will be performing with a special guest appearance from The Tina Turner Tribute 'Proud Mary'. A raffle will take place on the night and the entrance fee is €10. The support of all parents, club players, supporters and parishioners would be appreciated. Contact 087- 6619162 or 086-6090767 for tickets or further information.

HERITAGE SOCIETY A Commemoration for Lt. Richard (Dick) Healy, formally of Kilcollan, Jenkinstown, Co. Kilkenny and Irish Volunteers, D Company, 2nd Battalion, GPO Garrison will take place on Sunday, August, 21st in Conahy. The Commemoration will begin with Mass in St Colman’s Church, Conahy at 11.00 a.m., followed by the unveiling of a plaque in the adjoining graveyard at 12.00 noon. Lunch will be served in Conahy Shamrocks GAA Clubhouse, Jenkinstown at 1.30pm, and this will be followed by a lecture on the 1916 Easter Rising at 2.30pm by Mr. Eoin Walsh, MA Modern Irish History, focusing on 1911 -1921. Admission to Lunch and Lecture is Adult €20 and Children €5. Tickets are available from Conahy Heritage Society and from Siobhan Healy on (086) 8125602, Tom Downey on (087) 2515465 or James Carroll on (087) 1279001. All are welcome.

VINTAGE CLUB Congratulations to Conahy Vintage Club on winning the All Ireland Scarecrow Festival in Durrow recently with their entry Noah's Ark. Well done to all involved and thanks very much to all who supported the recent Tractor Run, which was a huge success with particular thanks to all participants and those who supported the fundraising event.

RUN CONAHY Run Conahy is a 10k run and 5k Fun Run/Walk taking place on October 2nd, 2016. It promises to be a great day out and a perfect opportunity to get the parish active! Full details of the race can be found on the Facebook page ‘Run Conahy’ and at www.popupraces.ie. Timed and chipped, this is a route to suit all abilities, taking in beautiful scenery along the way. All proceeds go towards Conahy N.S. There are Prizes for 1st place male & female and goody bags for 10k entries while there will be medals for children taking part in the 5K run. Why not avail of the Early Bird registration from now until September 1st? Give yourself a goal and get ready for Run Conahy 2016! (If anyone would like a couch to 5/10K plan we would be happy to help you out, just make contact with us on Facebook).

CONAHY COMMUNITY PLAYGROUP Conahy Community Playgroup is now enrolling for September 2016, January 2017, and April 2017. To enquire if child is eligible for a free child-care place, please contact Martha on 0863431984 or Geraldine on 0868322951 or find us on Facebook. Limited places are available. ST. VINCENT DE PAUL Conahy St Vincent de Paul meets regularly and are very active at present. For help or information, please contact their private number 086 0519893.

REBECCA STORM CONCERT Rebecca Storm is coming back to Conahy due to public demand with a second concert to take place once again in St Colman’s Church, Conahy on Friday, December 3rd at 8.00 p.m. Tickets cost €30 and will go on sale first on this Sunday, July 24th in Conahy Hall after 11.00 a.m. Mass. This is an ideal opportunity for locals to purchase tickets in the front ten rows. Tickets can also be pre-booked by calling 087-1649568 and pay for them on this Sunday, July 24th. Please note this will be a sell out concert. Tickets go on sale nationwide on Monday, July 25th at 9:00 a.m. Please bring correct change if possible.