Ballymacelligott GAA club notes Sunday 9th July 2023
by Joanne Long PRO
Senior Ladies
Our Senior Ladies took on Legion in a Corrib Oil sponsored Senior League relegation playoff on Monday evening last in Ballymac.
Previous meetings between these sides were tight games and this match was no exception.
The home side started the brighter and points by Eve Creedon set up by her sister Rachel, Sarah Scanlon and Kate Collins saw them take an early lead, Legion hit back with points of their own to reduce the gap but some excellent combination play by the Sugrue sisters Ellie and Laura saw the latter apply an excellent finish to the Legion net to extend the Ballymac lead.
Ellie followed up with a well taken point to put Ballymac in a good position at half time leading on a 1-5 to 0-4 scoreline.
Two quick points from the boot of Kate Collins extended the lead and at this stage it seemed a home victory was assured, however the Killarney side upped their game and dominated for most of the rest of the half, our defence with the experience of Niamh Rahilly and Una Morrissey and Minors Emma Daly, Laura Kelly, Ciara Kerins and Rachel Griffin had to be at their best to keep them at bay while goalkeeper Kerry Hennessey had to be alert on several occasions.
This domination saw them level the game with five minutes remaining, excitement was now fever pitch as both sides strove for the vital score that would win the game. The Ballymac midfield of Ashling O Connell and Keelin Enright really came in to the game at this stage to set up chances for the home side.
With time almost up Ballymac won a free which Sarah Scanlon cooly slotted over the bar to seal the victory.
Full credit to both sides for making little of the damp conditions on the night and serving up an exciting game of football on the night.
This Monday night they will play Cromane at home at 7.30pmin the Donal Curtin Cup a home support would be great for our Ladies
County Senior Teams
Congratulations to both our senior men and senior ladies county teams on their victories over the weekend.
Minor Boys
Best of luck to our minor boys who are part of St. Kierans panel who play St. Brendan’s Board in round 1 of the Minor County Championship tonight at 7.30 pm in Cordal
Coiste na nÓg
U16 Ladies
Congratulations to Anna Collins and Jamie Lee O’Connor who both played their part in Kerry’s victory over Sligo in the U16 All Ireland B Final held in Ballinasloe on Sunday
Final score Kerry 4-10 Sligo 2-13.
This is a fabulous achievement for both girls, their families, their various mentors up to now and as a club we are extremely proud of you both.
U14 Ladies
We play southern Gaels this Wednesday 19th at home
U15 Boys
U15 Gold Central Region
Laune Rangers 1-9
Ballymac 4-4
Goals win games… goals from Sean Martin (2), Cian Gilroy (1) and super sub Harvey Leen (1-1l ensured we overturned a 7 point half time deficit, in this entertaining game in Killorglin Friday evening.
Well done all, especially our u13 players who all stepped up and contributed to a wonderful game of football.
Great to see Darragh McMahon make his return after a long layoff
Result
U15 Div 1 Central Region
Ballymac 1-8
John Michels 1-16
Down 5 points at half time, we really put it up to our opponents. A really good performance, just Michels were better!
Well done to all, especially our 3 u13 players who received and answered the call to step up and play. Well done Daniel Moriarty, Gearoid OConnor and Gearoid Joy .
U13 Boys
Under 13 gold team
On Wednesday evening Ballymac u13 gold played Kerins o Rahilly’s in Ballyrickard in the first round of the central region, unfortunately we went down on a score line 4-10 to 3-8 unlucky to do so a brilliant second half team performance.
U12 Ladies
U12 Ladies Co League
Result: Ballymac 4-8 Annascaul 2-5
Under 9 Boys
U9 boys played Currow Thursday evening in Ballymac. All the boys played 2 very sporting and competitive games. The boys are improving with every game and all the practice is paying off. We wish our team mate Rian a speedy recovery and it was great to have him on the sidelines tonight cheering on the boys.
Academy
Unfortunately, our academy on Saturday had to be cancelled due to the awful weather
Hopefully the weather will improve and everyone will have a great week at Cul Camp
Dancers
Congratulations to some of our girls from Coiste na nog who along with their rince team were placed 3rd in Munster at Fléadh Cheoil na Mumhan in Trá Lí on Thursday. Congratulations also to our 15-18 team who were also placed 3rd in Munster.
Lotto
On Monday 10th July, Oonagh O Rahilly and Angela Lenihan conducted the lotto draw online. The Numbers drawn were : 11, 14, 21, 31.
There was no winner of this week’s Jackpot of 3,500. Congratulations to the lucky dip winners this week:
€30.00 – Edel Leen, Kielduff (Quick Pick)
€20.00 – Linda Butler, Rathanny, (Annual Ticket)
€20.00 – Joanne Long, Kielduff.
Next week’s Jackpot is 3,600 and the draw will take place on Monday 17th July.
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, Gene O’Keeffe, and Maureen O Shea . Quick Pick Envelopes and 2euro tickets are available at The Half Way Shop, O Riadas Bar and C.A Galvin. Simply pop 5euro into the envelope with your name and contact details. We’ll generate a quick pick of 3 lines for you! You will be automatically entered into the draw. It couldn’t be easier! The closing time for entries will be 4 pm on Mondays to facilitate the draw.