Ballymacelligott GAA club notes Sunday 1st September 2024
Senior Men 
The Kerry Petroleum: Premier Junior Football Club Championship Quarter Final.
Ballymacelligott V Annascaul
Date: Sunday 1st September 2024.
Venue: John Mitchel’s.
Halfway through the first half, Annascaul had all the momentum, scoring three points on the trot, reducing Ballymac’s lead. They were bearing down on goal when Christy Leen made a crucial point-blank save that gave Ballymac the initiative. Had Annascaul scored that goal, it could have changed the course of the game. This save by Leen was a game-changer, preventing Annascaul from taking the lead and potentially altering the game’s dynamics.
On Sunday, Ballymac a wind in the first half at John Mitchel’s GAA grounds. Annascaul’s Jason Hickson opened the scoring with a point from a free. Vinnie Horan opened the home side scoring, and following a turnover from Josh O’Keeffe, Donal Daly scored Ballymac’s second point. Annascaul added two points from Jason Hickson (F) and Killian Falvey. In the 7th minute, Niall Collins got a great pass from Vinnie Horan and hit the back of the net. Then, Niall Collins dispossessed Annascaul and passed the ball to Daire Keane, who scored a point, followed by another from Ballymac’s Micheál Reidy. The score was 1-04 to 0-3 to Ballymac.
Undeterred, the men from the West launched a spirited attack, scoring three points in quick succession. However, Christy Leen’s heroic save on goal, which would have put Annascaul in the lead, was a testament to Ballymac’s resilience. Aidan Breen’s successful free point further solidified their lead, with the score standing at Ballymac 1-05 Annascaul 0-6. This sequence of events underscored the unwavering teamwork and camaraderie within the Ballymac team, inspiring their ability to win and turn the game in their favour.
Josh O’Keeffe turned over a ball in front of the Ballymac Goal, and Vinnie had a great goal chance that was saved by Tommy Pierce in the Annascaul goal and resulted in a 45. Annascaul added a point and had a ball cleared off the Ballymac full forward line by two great blocks, first from Daragh Sweeney and then by Josh O’Keeffe, and Micheál Reidy scored a point as a result. Both sides pointed for frees from Aidan Breen and Jason Hickson before the halftime whistle blew.
The Half Time score: Ballymacelligott 1-05 Annascaul 0-06.
Six minutes into the second half, Ballymac had notched up five more points from Aidan Breen(F), Vinnie Horan, Donal Daly, Niall Collins and Daire Keane. Annascaul was trailing by 7 points. David Smith scored the first point of the half for the lads from the West, and Donal Daly scored a point for Ballymac.
Tommy Pierce, in goal for Annascaul, made a massive save that rebounded, and the ball was cleared. This save gave Annascaul a second wind, and Jason Hickson scored a point from a free. Shortly afterwards, they hit the back of the Ballymac net. With a quarter of an hour to go to full-time, there were three points between the teams.
It was a display of sheer teamwork as Ballymac went on the offensive and scored two points from frees from Vinnie Horan and Aidan Breen. Annascaul added one of their own from a free. Micheál Reidy and Vinnie Horan added two from the play. Annascaul scored their last game point before Dara Regan and Aidan Breen scored one each for Ballymac. The final whistle blew. It was a hard-won game for Ballymac to secure a place in the semi-final. Annascaul proved to be a formidable opponent and never gave up.
The match concluded with Ballymacelligott 1-19 Annascaul 1-12, securing Ballymac’s place in the semi-final.
Ballymacelligott Team & Scorers.
Christy Leen, Josh O’Keeffe, Daniel O’Shea,Eoin Creedon, Michéal Reidy (0-3), Tadhg Brick, Daragh Sweeney, Aidan Breen (0-5F), Adam Sheehy, Niall Collins (1-1), Vinnie Horan, Captain (0-4- 1F), James Kenny, Donal Daly (0-3), Brian Lonergan, Daire Keane (0-2),
Ballymacelligott Substitutes Introduced: Sean Rice, Michael Herlihy, Cian Counihan, Daragh Regan (0-1).
Manager: Ian Blake
Selectors: Tony Silles, Gene O’Keeffe, Mike Broderick & Padráig Laide.
Physical Trainer: Anthony O’Leary. Physio: Mark Thompson
We wish to thank The John Mitchel’s Club for using their pitch today to facilitate a home venue when our pitch is not playable. It is very much appreciated.
Congratulations to our Captain Vinnie Horan on his engagement this week to Roisín. We wish you both every happiness in your life together.
Our squad is rallying behind Cathal Dunne, injured at training during the week, and Adam Sheehy, sustained an injury today. We wish them both a speedy recovery and look forward to their return to the field.
A few facts
- Cian Counihan made his championship debut at V Listowel Emmett’s in 2008 under Manager Kieran Scanlon and scored 1-1 on the day.
2. Captain Vinnie Horan made his championship debut, V Ballyduff, in 2014 under Manager Stephen O’Brien.
3. Michéal Reidy made his championship debut in 2015 V Listry, also under Manager Stephen O’Brien.
Senior Ladies
This Monday we travel to Kenmare to take on the Mighty Inbhear Scéine Gaels, where we really need a win after a very disappointing loss away to Fossa in our last game. This is the last Monday night game and we have a break after this before we play our quarter final. It would be great to see the support that we had in Killorglin show up again.
Match Report
Bons Secours County Junior Premier Championship
Round 2
In what should have our home game in the Championship we had to travel away to Fossa in our second round game. After a very up and down performance in our victory over Laune Rangers, this continued again v Fossa, however this time we failed to get across the line. After conceding a goal in the 7th minute, we were able to put over 2 points in reply from Sarah Scanlon and Rachel Griffin. Then Fossa hit us for 1-3 without reply, leaving us 2-3 to 0-2, but again we fought back with a goal from Sarah Scanlon and 5 more points to leave us just a point behind at the short whistle 1-7 to 2-5.
We started the second half with a bang, a point from Sarah and a goal from Rachel Creedon. Then however we went 21 minutes before we scored again with a point from Rachel Griffin. In that time despite great defensive work, we conceded 2-2 leaving us just four points down chasing the game with 5 mins remaining. We did narrow it down to just three points, but could not find a way through for the leveling goal. Fossa did have the last say to finish on a scoreline of 2-10 Ballymac 4-8 Fossa.
Squad was Robyn White, Jaime Lee O’Connor, Una Morrissey, Ciara Kerins, Emma Daly, Roisin Rahilly (0-2), Anna Collins, Aisling O’Connell, Keelin Enright, Ellie McElliogott, Sarah Scanlon (1-5), Rachel Creedon (1-0), Ella Quirke, Rachel Griffin(0-2), Kate Collins (0-1), Kerry Hennessy, Emily O’Brien, Caoimhe Carroll, Lisa Curran, Eve Creedon, Aoibhinn Broderick, Laura Kelly, Grainne Galvin, Clare Kenny, Emma Leen, Aoife Galvin.
U16’squad
U16 Division 6 county league shield semi final
Ballymac travelled to Listowel Tuesday evening for a very competitive game that unfortunately Listowel came out on top. Goals win games and so proved to be the case with Ballymac getting more scores but losing the contest. Throughout the year the u14 and U13 players have been tremendous stepping up in age and so again proved to be the case on the night. Wishing Listowel all the best in the final. Next up for the U16 girls is the North Kerry League.
U14’s
The U14 girls play Brosna away Friday night.
Birthday
A double birthday celebration in our Senior Ladies camp Friday evening! Congratulations
to Kate O Connor (21) and Ella Quirke (19) from your team-mates and management.
St Kierans Minors
Best of luck to our 11 minors tomorrow night with St Kierans when they play East Kerry in the Semi final of the Keane’s Super Valu Minor County Championship in Austin Stacks Park at 8pm
Academy
A hard first week of school and preschool didn’t stop our U5s squad showing up with loads of 
energy for Academy this week. They had a brilliant time playing a match with coaches Stephen, Larry and John, practicing their soloing and scoring with coach Paudie and assistant coach Tommy, and working on fundamental movement, gross motor and basic skills development with coach Cat. It’s wonderful to see the confidence in our youngest players grow each week. Keep up the practice at home!
Our Academy training will be in the training pitch at 11am every Sunday see you there
Under 8 girls
Our U8 girls travelled to Castleisland this Sunday morning where we played 3 very competitive and sporting games. Great to see the continued improvements in kicking, passing and skills. Thanks to Desmond’s for hosting.
Under 9 Boys
Our u9 Boys played Na Gaeil Sunday morning in Killeen. There was great football played with the boys showcasing their skills they have been practicing all season. All 25 Ballymac boys got equal playing time, playing 4 games each. Keep up the practice at home. Thanks to Na Gaeil for organising a great morning.
“Thank You from the Lotto Committee”
The Ballymacelligott GAA Lotto Committee extends our sincerest thanks to everyone who supported our lotto sales at all our home games in 2024. Your unwavering support has made a significant impact on our work, and we are genuinely grateful for your generosity. We wish to extend a big Thank You to everyone who helped out all year, selling lotto tickets at our home games. We really appreciate you giving us your valuable time.
The Lotto plays a vital role in our annual income, enabling us to have a steady stream of revenue every week. The sales at home games and neutral games at our pitch make a substantial difference to our financial standing, ensuring our stability and ability to continue our work. Your continued support in this aspect is crucial and greatly appreciated.
As our pitch undergoes necessary remedial work, we anticipate a temporary setback in our lottery income. However, we are hopeful for the future and urge anyone willing to continue supporting our lotto to do so online https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=2258&PC=0&RP=#Anchor or by contacting any member of the lotto committee. Your ongoing support is crucial to our success, and we eagerly look forward to welcoming you back in 2025 at our revitalised top-class playing pitch.
Ballymacelligott GAA Lotto Results from Monday 26th August 2024
Due to circumstances beyond our control, we could not do the Lotto Drive from The Halfway Shop tonight, as promised. However, we will be at the Halfway shop next week and look forward to your continued participation.
Maureen O’Shea and Bridget Leen conducted the draw live online. The video of the online quick pick is available on our Facebook page.
The numbers drawn were 32,31,11 and 16.
There was no winner of the Jackpot of €2800.00
Congratulations to the lucky dip winners this week:
€30.00 – Catherine Barry Ballymac bought her ticket online.
€20.00 – Eileen McDonnell bought her ticket online.
€20.00—Johnny Leen Ballymac bought his ticket at the most recent match.
The Next Jackpot offers an exciting chance to win €2900. The draw is live on Facebook from The Half Way Bar & Shop on Monday, 2nd September 2024, on or about 7.00 pm
On September 23rd, all the Quick Pick winners from tonight and for the next four weeks will be entered into a draw to win a € 50.00 Voucher for The Half Way Shop.
Play Ball Lotto Ticket sales close at 6 pm sharp online. Tickets can be purchased by clicking here: https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=2258&PC=0&RP=#Anchor
or from our regular sellers, Paula Silles and Maureen O’Shea.
Quick Pick Envelopes are available at The Half Way Shop, O’Riada’s Bar and Restaurant and Glenduff Manor.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to our three local businesses for facilitating the sale of the lotto tickets and their continued support. To enable all the entries in the draw, the closing time for Quick Pick (paper) entries is Sunday nights at Glenduff Manor and 4 p.m. on Mondays from The Half Way and O’Riada’s Bar and Restaurant.
We thank you for your continued support, which is greatly appreciated for our club’s day-to-day running costs. Your support keeps us going, and we are truly grateful for it.