Asia Dragons from China and St. Colmcilles from Hertfordshire in England were welcome visitors to the club last Tuesday evening as part of the  World Games twinning initiative with clubs in the County as this event was based in the WIT Centre.

Club chairman David Kiely welcomed our visitors to the club followed by a rendition of Irish tunes by a group of wonderful young musicians under the guidance of Katie Halpin and Helena Burke. Our visitors returned the compliment with cultural contributions from their own backgrounds  before refreshments were served followed by presentations to both visiting parties by our chairman David.

Next up was  a very interesting tour of the town by local historian John Young before a group photograph was taken outside the  home of the father of the GAA in Waterford in its early years Dan Fraher.

Thus concluded a very enjoyable evening which was appreciated by two very courteous groups from different parts of the globe that came to spend a short but very pleasant few hours with Dungarvan GAA.

Thanks to our club members who organised this evening and who helped on the night. Special thanks to our young musicians and to John Young for their participation. Ni neart go cur le cheile.   

DUNGARVAN 3-15 FOURMILEWATER 2-18

Down by 0-12 to 0-6 at half time and by a further score early in the second half in this second round County MHC game in Ballymac on Wednesday evening against the home side Fourmilewater, our minor hurlers dug deep to come away with a crucial draw against all the odds.

Johnny Burke led the team’s challenge from the start and he accounted for 1-15 of our scoring tally with Ben Kavanagh and Eoin O Callaghan scoring our other goals.

Following two away games, our next two fixtures will be at home to Kilrossanty and St. Pats/ Naomh Brid.

Team :

David Flynn; Lorcan McGovern, James O Callaghan, Michael Burke; Cameron Dwyer, Tristan Loftus, Rian O Dwyer; Kyle Healy, Mark Loftus; Jordan Shaw; Johnny Burke, Ben Kavanagh; Alex Shanahan, Conor Coward, Eoin O Callaghan. Subs Played : Dylan Cliffe, Micheal Power,   

You take them when you get them and this week we had some good results in four different grades :

UNDER 15 HURLING : DUNGARVAN 2-13  CLAN NA GAEL 3-6

UNDER 19 FOOTBALL WESTERN SEMI FINAL : DUNGARVAN 4-8 BALLYDUFF 0-5.

WESTERN JUNIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP :DUNGARVAN 2-15 LISMORE 3-12

COUNTY SENIOR HURLING LEAGUE SEMI FINAL : DUNGARVAN 1-24 BALLYGUNNER 1-14.

 At the start of this year it was unknown whether we would be able to participate in the Under 14 age group with such a paucity of boys on the actual 14 age but aided by those on a younger scale we managed to muster up a panel and were positioned in the Division Three tier of the competition.

Despite not able to qualify from our group in the Feile competition last May it did manage to show that all the sides were of equal ability and that the championship would be keenly contested.After a hard fought victory in the Western Final against Clashmore our appearance in the County Final was certainly a welcome bonus.Such was the case last Saturday afternoon when we headed over to famed Fraher Field where our opponents were Passage a side who did actually qualify for that Feile competition in Cork.

On what was a beautiful Summers day conditions were ideal for Hurling so there wasn’t going to be any excuses. This being the first time that we would have played in the Fraher Field never mind our first County Final we were very nervous from the start and this showed in the early exchanges as the more alert Passage lads took control of the game to race into an early lead with some well taken points.Indeed it could be said that our goal was living a charmed life with one attack seeing the sliothar ricocheting off the crossbar. Our case back there was also helped the performance of goalie Leon Lannon who performed heroics in the goal throughout the whole fifty minutes. Gradually we began to settle down as the nerves disappeared and our defense well marshalled by both Darragh Murphy and Robbie Wall began to get to grips with the lively Passage forwards.Outside them the half back line of Matthew Coles,Carmello Crivello and Luke Irwin were the instigators in not only gathering that 50-50 ball but releasing it to our forwards which would eventually lead to us registering our first scores.

Some fine point scoring from Brian Curran kept us in touch and come half time we trailed by 0.4 to 0.6. That the scoreline was just two points was testament to the hard working midfielders of James Maye and Darryl Harty who despite the sweltering conditions worked tirelessly throughout. Heartened that there was just one puck of a ball between us gave us some glimmer of hope as we headed out for the second half . However we were hit with a hammer blow when Passage struck with a powerful goal to probably put them in a position their dominance deserved.

We were now put to the test to see if we had the resilience and determination within us to get back into the game or could this five point deficit prove insurmountable. We hadn’t to wait long to find our answer.An alert Eddie Burke took his opportunity to slam a free to the Passage net. Indeed Eddie,a hat trick hero in the Western Final,was putting in a tremendous performance again on the half forward line ably assisted on the other wing by Brandon Dillon experiencing life in the forwards for the first time and excelling in the role. Inside them we had the youngest line on the field with the two eleven year olds John Meehan and Tony O’Donnell born within a day of each other in September 07 who both worked tirelessly to the end.

Our efforts were now been rewarded as slowly but surely we were clawing at their lead.With confidence sky high and Hurling to their best abilities with just five minutes remaining we managed to get level on a 1.9-1.9 scoreline. We now had the momentum and a terrific double block by Eddie Burke saw him release the powerful Brian Curran who was now bearing down on goal with the conundrum in his mind of an easy point to lead or a goal to really seal it. Been from that infamous Curran household it was the latter that prevailed as his shot made its way to the Passage net. We had managed to edge in front for the first time in the game .

A further Eddie Burke point was to prove the insurance point and incredibly at full time we had emerged victorious on a 2.10 to 1.9 scoreline after a terrific game. A team is only as good as its panel which was helped out on Saturday by Darragh Healy,Callum Daly,Callum Bulfin,Raymond Kelly,Pierce Quann and Jacob Dalton. Unfortunate not to line out but whose contribution was immense throughout the year was Luke Power who is currently on the injured list after sustaining a hand injury recently and we wish him a speedy recovery. Also unfortunate to miss out as they were away on Holidays were Will Healy,Zach Power and Billy Hickey with the Dungarvan Jersey draping over the sun lounger in Sunset Beach posted up by Billy on his instagram page on Saturday night a clear indication of his delight.

To the delight of the many supporters who attended and whose support was much appreciated by the lads ,captain Brian Curran received the shield from Bord Na nOg chairman . After a visit back to Clogherane to view the conclusion of the Hoolie long puck it was to Tony’s for a well deserved meal.

Final Facts 1-Carmello Crivello becomes the first Italian to win a County Final medal with Dungarvan . 2-Darryl Harty’s mother Louise Tobin was once part of an under age boys group coached by present long serving mentor Chris Meehan 3-Facebook updates on the match were coming from Megan Daly who was unbelievably out in Saigon.

Junior Football

Kilrossanty 4-14 Dungarvan 2-7.

We were well in this game leading up to half time in Leamybrien last Friday with the home side ahead by just 0-2 at 1-8 to 2-3 thanks to two opportunist goals by Fionn Hallahan and Stephen Donovan. However, we faded in the second half as Kilrossanty went on to record a well deserved win. This Thursday evening, we will play Brickeys in Bushy Park with a 8pm throw in time.

Team : Shane Duggan; Kevin Sheehan, Conor Donovan, Denis McGrath; Conor Sheehan, John Havens, Sean Hyslop; Ryan Duggan, Ian Sheehan; Fionn Hallahan, Seamus Cunningham, Mike Ameglio; Stephen Donovan, Jason Shaw, Liam Sheehan. Scorers : Fionn Hallahan 1-2(2f), Stephen Donovan 1-0, Liam Sheehan 0-2, John Havens, Ryan Duggan and Conor Donovan 0-1 each.

Dungarvan GAA Notes Sponsored by Cappoquin Logistics.

Sponsored Walk

The club is holding an important fundraiser this month to cover the many day to day expenses, such as hurling balls, team expenses, referees and the upkeep of the grounds. Our Spring 5K sponsored walk will be held on Sunday July 28th starting at 2pm and sponsorship cards are now available. This is a crucial fundraiser for the club and all players and members are requested to support it..

Under 14 County Hurling Final

Our under 14 hurlers will play Passage in the County division 3 hurling final at the Fraher Field on this Saturday at 1pm. The team scored a good win in the Western final against Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg in Bushy Park. Best of luck to all of the players and the team management in their quest to bring an under age title to the club.

Junior Football

Kilrossanty 4-14 Dungarvan 2-7.

We were well in this game leading up to half time in Leamybrien last Friday with the home side ahead by just 0-2 at 1-8 to 2-3 thanks to two opportunist goals by Fionn Hallahan and Stephen Donovan. However, we faded in the second half as Kilrossanty went on to record a well deserved win. This Thursday evening, we will play Brickeys in Bushy Park with a 8pm throw in time. Team : Shane Duggan; Kevin Sheehan, Conor Donovan, Denis McGrath; Conor Sheehan, John Havens, Sean Hyslop; Ryan Duggan, Ian Sheehan; Fionn Hallahan, Seamus Cunningham, Mike Ameglio; Stephen Donovan, Jason Shaw, Liam Sheehan. Scorers : Fionn Hallahan 1-2(2f), Stephen Donovan 1-0, Liam Sheehan 0-2, John Havens, Ryan Duggan and Conor Donovan 0-1 each.

Intermediate Football

Our next game in the Intermediate Football Championship was scheduled for Saturday July 13th v Ballinacourty, a date that clashes with the Hooli Long Puck. Very sportingly, with the permission of the Board, the Abbeyside/ Ballinacourty club have agreed to play the game on the Friday evening July 12th. Our thanks to our neighbours for their co operation in this matter.

Under 19 Football

Our Under 19 football championship match against Ballyduff takes place on Tuesday July 16th in Cappoquin at 7:30 pm.Extra time will be played in the event of a draw. Junior Hurling On Friday July 19th we play Lismore in round 4 of the Junior B Hurling Championship at Bushy Park.Throw in is 7:30 pm.

Minor Hurling

The minor hurling season is upon us and our first two games will be played this month. On this Wednesday July 10th we play An Ghaeltacht away and two weeks later, the 24th of July we will travel to Ballymac to play Fourmilewater. Both games start at 7.30pm.

Senior Hurling League

We will play Ballygunner in the semi final of the County senior hurling league in Kill on Saturday July /20th at 1.30pm..

Hooli Long Puck

The 4th Annual Hooli Long Puck in aid of the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust will be held in our club grounds this Saturday July 13th. The Hoolie Long Puck remembers our dear friend Hooli who lost his life in Thailand in 2015 and the money raised is presented to the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust who assist in bringing loved ones lost abroad home to their families.

Juvenile Training.

A reminder of training for all u7s u8s u9s u10 and u11s continues each Saturday morning at the club grounds at 11am.As always all new faces are most welcome to attend. Cúl Camps. There are a few spaces left in the Cúl Camp for week July 22nd to 26th. Bookings can be made online or through club secretary Tony Ryan. The camp caters for 140 children.

The Lotto Lotto Results 08/07/19.This week’s lotto numbers are 3.6.16 and 17.No jackpot winner. Next week’s jackpot is €5,500. There were two winners of the ‘Match 3’ worth £300, Fern Power and Oliver O Riordan. Next week’s prize is €100.

Sympathy : The club extends its sincere sympathy to the Hanley family, Springfield on the sad passing of Ned last week.

   Junior Hurling An Rinn 5-13 Dungarvan 1-7 Despite losing four players to the senior game against Ballygunner and players away for the Summer, we still managed to field out in this third round junior B hurling championship game in Bushy Park last Friday evening. An Rinn were worthy winners as the scoreline indicates but we did well enough in the first half at the end of which we trailed by just 0-5 at 1-9 to 1-4. Well done to An Rinn who may yet have a say in the destination of honours in this championship. Team : Seanie McGrath; Conor Sheehan, Gary Donnolly, Donnchadha Kirwan; Denis Kirwan, Ger Cusack, Mark Boland; John Havens,Richie Walsh; Ryan Duggan, Conor Duggan, Mike Ameglio; David Hayes, Sean Hyslop, Stephen Donovan. Subs : Pa Hallahan, James Kiely, Daniel Kiely.