Lisgoold GAA Notes.

  • Sep 23,2023

Adult Club

It was end of the road for the hurlers as the succumbed to a one-point defeat to Mayfield in the Intermediate Championship. The second string lost out to Aghada and go into Round two of the relegation round robin needing at least a draw to have a chance of survival. However, given the disappointment in the hurling it’s a big weekend for football in the club. The Lisgoold footballers reached the Jim Ryan Cup final for the third time in the club’s history. They will play Carrignavar this Saturday in Glenville at 6.30pm the very Best of luck Men. I urge everyone to wear their colours and come out and support the lads as the battle to claim the Imokilly title for the first time. The very best of luck to ye Men!

 

Cork Intermediate Hurling Quarter-Final

Lisgoold          0-18 (18)

Mayfield         1-18 (21)

At Cobh

September 16th 2023


Last Saturday afternoon we saw the end of our hurling journey for 2023. In a game that never really got going until mid-way through the second half Lisgoold were put out of the championship by a single score by the boys from the city. The start saw both sides make a good determined start with Nicky Kelly opened the scoring for Mayfield before two from John Cashman and one from Diarmuid Healy helped us to an early lead (0-3 to 0-1 lead). Dave O’Neill (who proved to be Mayfield’s hero on the day) got his first point before John Cashman replied to keep the gap at two after thirteen minutes. Whilst the score taking by both sides was of the highest quality the play during for the first half didn’t match the standard. Given there were a lot of stoppages, mistakes on both sides it was understandable however there importantly a lack of a willingness from the officials to the leave the game flow. This led to a very rigid structure of play mostly in the first half and contributed to a lot of frustration to players and supporters on both sides. There were some super points take by from O’Neill and Kelly of Mayfield which had us level at 0-5 apiece with eighteen minutes gone. O’Donovan O’Neill and a very industrious MJ Coffey also raised white flags, to make it 0-8 to 0-6 in Mayfield’s favour. However, our lads ended the half very well with Diarmuid Healy (who had a great game) raising two white flags, along with scores from Mark Hegarty and James O’Driscoll put us 0-10 to 0-8. Near the end of the half not much of note had but a flashpoint did happen on the 29th minute. A long ball into the Lisgoold area was well marshalled by the Lisgoold defence (Jason Hegarty, Kieran Cashman and Cathal Hickey doing fine for us till this point) which was being cleared by John Cronin. John then was roughly tackled on the head, which most certainly warranted a card (which a yellow was given). The result of this tackle led to John coming off which was a devastating blow to our hopes of winning this tie. So, without much actual hurling played by either side, Lisgoold just about merited their lead of two points at the half-time whistle (0-10 to 0-8).


The start of the second half mirrored the first in terms so great scores being taken by both sides but with very little actual hurling been played. Kelly, O’Neill and Malone were doing the damage for Mayfield whilst John Cashman (Who was outstanding over the hour) Healy and Mark Hegarty replied with white flags for Lisgoold. We were deadlocked at 0-14 apiece with fifteen minutes to go. One of these points for us was by Liam O’Shea from the touchline on the 45 line which was of the highest quality. It was from here on that the game finally sparked to life. With a little more flow to the game being allowed by the officials, it opened up a lot more (which suited both sides). Mayfield were doing that bit more as they found it a small bit easier to attain procession in midfield and had began to creating goal chances. Whilst we were rebutted them successfully, with Jake and Hickey and Cashman (Cathal) in defiant from Mayfield had that momentum with them.


The last ten minutes proved to be a much better fare than what happened for the majority of the match. The game finally ebbed and flowed with chances being created by both sides with Mayfield getting three excellent scores (O’Neill, Malone, and Kelly). There was now a three point gap and suddenly we were beginning to fall behind with Mayfield on the search for that killing blow. The response from our men was wonderful as O’Driscoll, Healy and Liam O’Shea landing some great scores to have us level 0-18 apiece entering injury time. It did look like we were for heading extra time however from a puck out the ball broke to O’Neill of Mayfield. He exploited a gap in the defence rampaged through to strike for goal from twenty-five yards out and got the goal that to be fair Mayfield were threating all through the second half. There wasn’t much time to be played afterwards and the boys form the city went through by three points.


It was a disappointing but not a bad performance by any means. The way our defence adapted after losing John Cronin was highly admirable especially with the no nonsense approach that his replacement made was the right mentality to have at championship time. Even though Mayfield had a much more fight to the game and more hunger, we still could have pulled it out of the fire. Although to be truthful Mayfield had created about four goal chances to our one in the second half and with that greater hunger it was probably just that they would become victorious on this occasion. We wish them the best for the remainder of the championship especially with Kelly and O’Neill in the arsenal they have every chance of winning it out. For our hurlers it was a strange season which we saw some excellent performances in the league (ended up finishing third) and performed well in challenge games (against higher opposition) which spoke well for our chances for this championship. Alas championship is a different beast and whilst at times we played extremely well in our matches, there were other times in this campaign that we didn’t reach the high standards that we been blessed to see in the last five years.


This long break may do these players the world of good, and possibly with a clear mind, energised bodies, and fresh voices 2024 can be another successful hear for the hurlers. For now, football will take over for the rest of 2023 season. We all wish the footballers the best of luck this weekend in the Jim Ryan Cup final. This match on Saturday is another final appearance (This groups seventh in the last four seasons) we know win lose or draw this group of hard-working, honest, and highly talented players have given much many enjoyable days (and nights) out and one has a feeling there is another few coming around the corner.


Scorers: J Cashman (0-2 f), D Healy 0-5 each, L O’Shea (0-1 f), M Hegarty 0-3 each, J O’Driscoll 0-2.


Team: Jake Wright; Jason Hegarty, Cathal Cashman, Liam O’Shea; Kieran Cashman, Cathal Hickey, John Cronin; Tom Savage, Cian Scannell; Piaras Fitzpatrick, Diarmuid Healy, Luke Walsh; James O’Driscoll, John Cashman, Mark Hegarty.


Subs (All Used): Caomhán O’Shea, Declan O’Brien, Cormac Hallahan.


Referee: Ian McCarthy (Bandon)


Imokilly B Hurling Relegation Playoff 1

Lisgoold          1-13 (16)

Aghada           1-19 (22)

At Cobh

September 17th 2023


The second string were quite unlucky in the relegation round robin match against Aghada last Sunday playing with youth and experience they seemed to be going on the right track especially being ahead by three at the sort whistle (1-9 to 0-9). However, Aghada rallied in the second half and maintained their high scoring rate whilst restraining our lads to just four points in the second half. This was the key difference and we had to resign to a six-point defeat. This means now we must get a at least a draw in our game to have any chance of survival. On a positive note we went up to forty-four players being used in championship 2023 which is a healthy sign of an active club.


State of Play (Correct as of 21st September 2023)

 

The first team footballers are now in the JAFC final due to played later this Saturday vs Carrignavar – The best of luck Men. In the hurling championship the first team journey has ended for 2023. In the Junior B hurling the lads must now beat St. Catherines to stand any chance of avoiding dropping to Junior C for 2024. The Imokilly Under 21 Championships are due to start in October.


2023 Championship

 

Imokilly Junior A Football Final

Lisgoold vs Carrignavar in Glenville 23rd September 2023 in Glenville

Imokilly Junior B Hurling Championship 

  • Relegation Play-off 2 Lisgoold vs St. Catherines 25th September 7.30m in Ballynoe
  • Relegation Play-off 3 Aghada vs St. Catherines (Venue & Date TBC)

If Lisgoold win or draw in Play-off two, then play off three will need to be played. If Lisgoold lose playoff three not needed as Lisgoold will relegated to Junior C for 2024.


Ladies Club

 

Cork Junior D Championship Round Four

Lisgoold              9-18 (45)

Muintir Gabriels 2-5 (11)

At Durrus

September 17th 2023


With a home semi final already secured, lisgoold travelled the long road to Durrus last Sunday to finish out the group fixtures and looking at Muintir Gabriels previous results they couldn't help feel confident. This was not to the be case for the 1st 10 mins maybe it was the long trip down but MG were 1.2 to 0.0 after 10 mins and it looked possible MG were on track to get their 1st victory of the group. This hope didn't last very long. Lisgoold opened the floodgates and in what can only be described as an annihilation they came out convincing winners by 34 points. We needed to win by 30 points to take 1st place in the group so this was a nice addition to the victory.


Aimee Savage was the player of the match with her endless running and smart play on the ball. Rachel Moynihan as usual was consistent in defence and up front every one clicked and gave the right pass at the right times which lead to this phenomenal scoreline.


Scorers: Dara Kiniry 5-3, Siomha Walsh 4-4, Laura O’Shea Rebecca Coleman 0-3 each, Aine Hallahan 0-2, Lainey O’Sullivan, Juilanne Stack, Ellie Macassey 0-1 each.


Panel: Ciara Desmond, Rachel Barry, Rachel Moynihan, Laura Murphy, Sophie Kelleher, Kelly McCann, Emma Murphy, Dara Kiniry, Aimee Savage, Leanne Woods, Lainey O Sullivan, Ciara Power, Eilis Hegarty, Molly Carroll, Sinead O Brien, Aoibhe Savage, Chloe Collins, Clodagh Moynihan, Ciara Duggan, Gemma Collins, Sarah Buckley, Laura O Shea, Siobhan Ahern, Julianna Kingston Connery, Abbie O Driscoll, Ellie Macassey, Julianne Stack, Rebecca Coleman, Carol Kelleher.


Under 10

 


Well done to our u10s who played a great game against erins own on Monday


Under 6


Last Saturday our u6 girls had a great camogie blitz against Dungourney. For some girls it was their first time representing the club. Well done girls.




Fixtures


  • U12 League Final Lisgoold vs Delanys Sunday September 17th at 11am in Ballynoe.

Cork Junior D Football Championship


 

Fixtures

  • Semi-finals 
  • Lisgoold vs St Finbarrs in Lisgoold September 30th/October 1st
  • Macroom vs Ballinhassig in Macroom September 30th/October 1st

  • Final - October 15th/16th

  •                                                  Juvenile Club

Fixtures


  • Minor Football Championship Final V Castlelyons Sunday 24thTime and Venue tbd
  • U8 hurling blitz Saturday venue and time tbc
  • U9s hurling against kiltha òg in castlemartyr Saturday morning at 10.

Results


  • U15 Championship Lisgoold 4-7 Bride Rovers 2-10
  • Cobh 1-13 Lisgoold 0-16
  • Lisgoold 4-24 Sars 1-13


Two games in less than 4 days for the Minor gang, a defeat in either game and season over, first up was a very tough physical game in Cobh, didn't play our best, maybe rusty over so many games being put off over the summer, but definitely didn't deserve to lose so a draw was a fair result in the end. That game definitely stood to them as they hit the ground running v Sars and played some great stuff through the 60mins.An away semi against Fr ONeills seems most likely now.


The u11 panel were in Glanmire Saturday for an inter County Footbal tournament. Agreed day had and some serious footballers coming through, but probably too soon to make the Eat Cork Final Panel this weekend!!



 

General


Lotto Draw September 19th 2023

Numbers: 5-9-16-29 Winner: None

€20 Winners

  • Nicola Garde (Online)
  • Denis O’Brien
  • DJ O’Shea      
  • Mags c/o Post Office

Jackpot is at €20,000 - Our Local lotto is of great importance to this club, in terms of financing club activates. To support this, you can purchase tickets in Smarts Bar, Woods' Shop, Woods' Bar, or Carrigtwohill Post Office. Your support will be greatly appreciated. There is also an online option in which you can purchase tickets - bit.ly/lisgooldgaa


Social Media

 

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Scór Sinsir 2023.


In keeping with the pace of the year Scór na Mumhan have already requested Clubs to think about participation later in the year. We seem to have huge numbers of participants in the juvenile sections of Scór annually but there is a fall off at senior level.  Our own Scór Committee in Roinn Uí Mac Coille are most anxious to promote Scór Sinsir and get more involved this year. Our own Alan Whelan who is Runaí Scór Uí Mac Coille will have more details later but meanwhile here are some notable dates so ar aghaidh libh.


The dates for Scór Sinsir 2023 are: -

 

  • County Finals - Weekend of 14th October.
  • Munster Semi-Finals - Weekend of 21st October.
  • Munster Final – Saturday 28th October.
  • All-Ireland Final – Saturday 18th November.


Under 21 Championships

The shape of the revised under 21 East Cork Championships has been revealed. Provisionally the competitions are listed to take place from October 1st onwards and games will be played on a round robin basis. The two football groups will each have three teams, whilst the ten hurling teams are divided into three groups.  Here's a list of the competing teams (groups to be announced).

C Grade Football: Killeagh, Glanmire B, Lisgoold, Carrignavar St Catherines, Whitechurch.

B Grade Hurling: Castlelyons, Castlemartyr, Cloyne, Cobh, Dungourney, Fr O'Neill's, Lisgoold, St Catherine's, Whitechurch and Youghal.

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GAA Learning Portal

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Monthly Meeting

 

The next Monthly meeting is on Monday 2nd October in the Clubhouse at 8pm.

 

Lisgoold GAA club proudly Sponsored by CBtoolhire & SilverStream Healthcare. We thank them and all our sponsors for their continuous support.

 

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