Aghada GAA Juvenile News - By Helen Walsh (Juvenile GAA PRO)
October has been a busy month for our juvenile teams as many wrapped up their seasons and competed in finals. However, our U15’s, are still in action with both hurling and football championship semi-finals to look forward to. The hurlers began their championship with a strong win over Fermoy in Round 1, followed by a hard-fought three-point victory against Na Piarsaigh in the quarter-final last weekend. Next up is a semi-final at home against Kinsale, which promises to be a cracker. These two sides met earlier this year in the Féile competition, so we’re expecting another thrilling contest. Be sure to come down to Rostellan next Sunday 9th at 11am and support the lads. In football, the U15’s await their semi-final fixture as they stand by for the result of the Bride Rovers vs Carrigtwohill match. So, there’s plenty more action ahead for this group!
U16 Football County Semi-Final After their memorable Championship Final win over Glenville, the lads went on to face Charleville in the County Semi-Final. This game was packed with goals, penalties, and tension from start to finish. A first-half goal from Jamie Sweeney and fine points from David Murphy, Cormac, Matthew, and Hugh saw us trail narrowly 2-04 to 1-06 at the break. The second half was equally intense, with David’s frees and a superb goal from Shay Rooney helping us to a two-point lead heading into the closing stages. A missed penalty and a late Charleville goal in injury time turned the tide, ending our campaign in the cruellest fashion. Despite the heartbreak, this group can hold their heads high after a fantastic season — full of spirit, teamwork, and determination. A huge thank you to the players and management for an outstanding year.
U14 Hurling & Football The U14 Div4 Hurlers wrapped up their season in fine style, winning the Hurling Championship Shield Final against Nemo Rangers and in Football they narrowly missed out in the Shield Final against Erin’s Own last Friday.
Our P2 footballers reached the League Shield Semi-Final against Kinsale, and in a tight game where a flurry of goals in the last 5mins saw us lose out narrowly. The U14’s also took part in the Munster Super 10’s Qualifiers in Mallow, where they notched up four impressive wins to represent Cork in the Munster Finals in Rathkeale this weekend. The lads topped their group, defeating JK Brackens, Co. Tipperary and Lissycasey Co. Clare, before facing a strong Monaleen (Limerick) side in the semi-final — who went on to win the competition. A fantastic experience for all involved and a great way to finish the season! It has been a very enjoyable and progressive year for this fine group of lads and we thank their mentors and coaches for all their time and commitment.
