Lisgoold GAA Notes.

  • Oct 02,2023

Adult Club

It was a historic weekend as last Saturday night, our club made more history as the Jim Ryan Cup was captured in wet and blustery conditions in Glenville. Our second-string hurlers finished off their season on a whimper as their relegation was confirmed to Junior C for next Season. As the celebrations continue in regard to the men’s footballers, the ladies footballers take centre stage. They will play St. Finbarr’s in Lisgoold this Sunday (1pm) in the Junior County Semi-Final. We urge everyone to wear their colours and get behind this wonderful group of ladies as they enter the business end of their championship and hopefully secure some silverware of their own to the Men’s collection for 2023.

 

Imokilly Junior A Football Championship Final

Lisgoold          2-9 (15)

Carrignavar     0-10 (10)

At Glenville

September 23rd, 2023


The 23rd of September 2023 will be long remembered as one of the famous days for the loyal supporters and Gaels of this proud club. Last Saturday night at 8pm, when reiteoir Eoin Coleman from Youghal blew his final whistle to confirm words that one would never have thought to be able to state. Lisgoold are the Junior A Football Champions of Imokilly. Given the difficult, wet and blustery conditions our group of men emerged victorious after a hard-fought match to win by a five-point margin. A decent crowd were in attendance to brave the conditions last Saturday night. The pitch to Glenville’s eternal credit was in excellent condition despite rainfall that fell and whilst the conditions restricted the possibilities of playing fast open football, both teams did serve up a spectacle that was worthy of the occasion. Also, it has to be noted Glenville were wonderful hosts and everything was top notch despite the weather.


The first few minutes of the contest was a tense start as both sides were trying to adapt to the conditions (Lisgoold had won the toss and elected to go with the wind). Carrignavar drew first blood with Oisin Crowley scoring a good point after four minutes. It was clear that from the Carrignavar support and bench (who were chasing a clean sweep of Junior A titles having already captured the league double this year) that they were up for this. The very industrious Caolan O’Brien was to respond a mere forty-eight seconds later to equalize for the blue and gold which also pinned down one amazing stat. This was the only period (the 48 seconds) in the entire match in which Carrignavar led Lisgoold. Spurred on by this score and with a strong defensive platform of Cathal Cashman, Caomhán O’Se, John Cronin and Mark Hegarty, Lisgoold kicked on from here. Scores from James O’Driscoll, Captain Shaun Murphy and a magnificent free from John Cashman saw Lisgoold ease themselves into a lead on the 12th minute. However not to be outdone Carrignavar responded brilliantly. Paul Sheehan who was one of their best players rose to the occasion and the led the charge for the green and red. His positive approach play inspired Connolly and Crowley (who was a constant threat to us) to raise white flags to make it 0-4 to 0-3 after twenty one minutes. The first goal threat came soon afterwards as a long ball into the Carrig defence released O’Driscoll however he was denied by Sheehan. This though encouraged Lisgoold more to attack and with Liam O’Shea, Luke Walsh and Cathal Hickey getting stuck in, chances were being created which was very positive for us.



The first half continued with Carrignavar on the back foot (although they were against a strong breeze) and Lisgoold trying to extend their lead but our opponents were worthy of the challenge. In fact, there was one point each added to both tallies (Cashman for us and Crowley for them) to make it 0-5 to 0-4 at the short whistle. It was a worrying time as it felt like that, we hadn’t made use of the wind and should Carrignavar regain the lead in the second half then we faced an uphill struggle.


However, we should have known better than that, this wonderful squad have adapted and developed a possession support game throughout this season, and being against the wind the management to their credit had them prepared for this. In finals you need a bit of luck to win and some things to go your way. This did happen in the second half as the fear of Carrignavar exploiting full advantage of the wind that was blowing failed to materialise. In fact, quite curiously, they elected to play a more defensive game at the start of the second half even though there was a strong breeze on their backs. Whilst obviously they had a plan in place for this, in turn out be more of a benefit for us rather than them. Especially after five minutes of the second half John Cashman had extended our lead to three points (0-7 to 0-4). This forced Carrignavar’s hand and made play more attacking which between the 37th and 50th minutes was the key period of this match. Crowley, Paul O’Keeffe (he came on as a sub) and Hayes rose to the occasion for Carrignavar and the began to eat into the Lisgoold lead. They managed to equalize on the forty-first minute and with the wind in their sails it did look like that we may have lost our chance of success for this year. Some excellent defending by the Hegarty Brothers (Jason and Mark), Kieran Cashman and Shaun Murphy denied Carrignavar a lead and with Wayne Kingston marshalling superbly in goals (to note given the conditions his kickout especially were quite excellent especially in the second half) Lisgoold were holding on.


John Cashman hit a nerveless free on the 48h minute to give us a slender lead. All games have big moments and this one was no exception. The match was in the balance and both sets of supporters on tender hooks as it would take the slightest mistake or moment of inspiration to make the difference. Thankfully for us it was the latter. On the 52nd minute, Lisgoold won a free by the sideline. John Cashman lashed a shot towards the goal in which was held up in the wind. Years of competing and winning titles does give experience and a cunning edge to our players and in this match, we saw another example. Cathal Hickey showed great initiative and guile to stretch to keep the ball alive and supply to Caolan O'Brien. He was on hand to send it to the net from close range. Cue Delirium, now Carrignavar had to abandon what caution they had and go at Lisgoold, while we braced ourselves for the last eight minutes of normal time to see can we hold out.  


Whatever about the supporters, for this writer, the last sixteen minutes (there was nine minutes of injury time – which were correctly applied mind you) were the longest in history of Gaelic Football. Carrignavar did well to narrow the gap to two points as we approached injury time. Stoppages in play were aplenty as both teams had players suffering injury. John Cashman gave us a three-point cushion to give us some relief in the 64th minute. Understandably our supporters for baying for the whistle but the referee quite rightly held his ground in terms of time being added on. Hearts had sunk in the sixty-fifth minute as Carrignavar had broke through and looked like were going to get an equalizing goal. John Cronin had a different idea and deservedly was awarded a black card for a pull down outside the twenty. To be perfectly honest irrespectively how people felt at the time, it was very understandable why he did it and took the punishment and made the sacrifice for his team.


Carrig took that point and clearly there was going to be more time to be added so we had to brace ourselves for the last few minutes with fourteen players. Although we didn’t need to worry much longer. In the 66th minute a long-range ball was pumped into the Carrignavar box, it spilled out from the Carrig keeper to Substitute Tom (who be now written into Lisgoold folklore forever more) dealt the final Savage blow to Carrignavar’s hopes with a well taken goal and put Lisgoold on the brink of success. Victory was imminent and just a few minutes later – that glorious final whistle blew and cue mass jubilation and celebrations as the footballers finally landed the Jim Ryan Cup.


It had been a long time coming but the wait was worthwhile. To a man they fully deserve it. Their pathway to the final was a difficult one (beating Glenbower Rovers, Cloyne, Midleton and Fr O’Neills) whilst they lost to Aghada second string by a point (They did though had a number of players who ended up playing intermediate this year playing) it was a hard earned and well deserved maiden East Cork title. Smiles were a plenty form young and old as Captain Shaun Murphy and John Cashman rose the Jim Ryan cup for the first time in our illustrious history. Shaun gave a grand speech thanking all. John Cashman was awarded man of the match for a wonderful display like a man who’s been at it for years, and Owen Hegarty awarded the freedom of Ballinakilla, Peafield and pretty much the whole parish after managing this fine squad of players to glory. The celebrations were simply wonderful and will last a good wee while before they have put it to the side and for the first time in seventeen years they will be playing county football championship. There is no better feeling than of winning your first and whilst the Jamesy Kelleher win of 2020 was a hugely significant one of this club, last Saturday’s proved to be its equal. Whilst across the board the whole squad and backroom are heroes one and all, there is though, two fellows deserve a special mention.


First of all Manager Owen Hegarty. Ever since his debut in management in 2005 at Under-21 championship Owen has always been determined, consistent and persistent in his approach, has a big personality and drive to succeed. Success at minor level in the late 00’s (four minor east cork titles) and Under-21 in 2011 (championship double) pointed that he was destined for more success. Landing the clubs first Junior A title (Division one League in 2014) proved to be a watershed moment and we had to wait a while for more it eventually came, last Saturday was a fantastic day for him and whilst he had a wonderful backroom team – it was his reward for perseverance and also taking on a job that no one was willing to do last January. Well done Owen.


The second is to Wayne Kingston. One of the most talented footballers this great club has produced and one that this writer had the honour of playing alongside with on various Lisgoold teams made his own bit of personal history. He now has the unique achievement of having won A grade (2023) B grade (2007) and C grade (2012) football championship medals on the field of play. It’s a wonderful achievement and whilst further research is needed to see if he’s the sole achiever of this feat it is still a magnificent one to accomplish. Well Done Wayne.


So as the dusts settles and celebrations continue, it is with great satisfaction to state that Jim Ryan cup will be making its first winter stay in the Owennacurra Valley. This was a historical and memorable day that will never be forgotten by those who were blessed to see it. The county championship will start on the 5th of November and what will happen there will happen. However, we can look forward safe in the knowledge that the best group of players this club have ever produced (so far) have done us proud yet again and with no doubt will continue to do so.



Scorers: John Cashman 0-6 (0-6 frees), Caolan O'Brien 1-1, Tom Savage 1-0, Shaun Murphy and James O’Driscoll 0-1 each.


Team: Wayne Kingston, Jason Hegarty, Shaun Murphy, Caomhan O'Sé, Kieran Cashman, Mark Hegarty, Cian Scannell, Cathal Cashman, John Cronin, James O'Driscoll, Caolan O’Brien, Luke Walsh, Cathal Hickey, John Cashman, Liam O'Shea.


Subs (All Used):  Tom Savage for James O'Driscoll (inj 40) Cormac Hallahan for Luke Walsh (52), Diarmuid Healy for Liam O'Sé (55) and Sean Coleman for Cathal Cashman (59)


Referee: Eoin Coleman (Youghal)




John Cronin Reaching High (Credit: Paul Stack)




John Cashman receiving the Man of the Match award (Credit: Paul Stack)

 


Captain Shaun Murphy & John Cashman receiving the Jim Ryan Cup (Credit: Paul Stack)

 

 

 


 

The victorious Squad (Credit: Declan Barron)

 


 

Imokilly B Hurling Relegation Playoff 2

Lisgoold          1-11 (14)

St Catherines   4-20 (32)

At Ballynoe

September 25th 2023


The second string were comprehensively beaten last Monday in the relegation round robin last Monday night. The match which was supposed to be fixed for the weekend of the 30th September in a netural venue, was for some reason moved to Ballynoe and held two days after the East Cork Final which wasn’t really ideal for us. However, our lads went ahead with it and whilst they gave their all, were outclassed throughout the game and will now play Junior C for the year 2024.



State of Play (Correct as of 27th September 2023)

 

The first team footballers are now in the Cork County JAFC Quarter-final due to played in November against the Muskerry Champions. The Imokilly Under 21 Championships are due to start in October.


Cork County Junior A Football Championship 2023

 

County Quarter-Finals                                                         County Semi-Finals

1. Imokilly V Muskerry                                                          1 vs 2

2. Carbery V Duhallow                                                           3 vs 4

3. Avondhu V Carrigdhoun

4. Seandun Bye


Muskerry Semi Finals                                              Seandun Final

Iniscarra v Eire Og                                                    Nemo Rangers vs Mayfield

Canovee v Aghinagh                                                  


Duhallow Semi Finals                                               Carrigdhoun Semi Finals

Castlemagner v Kilbrin                                              Ballygarvan 2-10 v Valley Rovers 1-9

Knocknagree v Lyre                                                   Ballyhassig v Shamrocks

 

Carbery Quarter-Finals                                           Avondhu Semi Finals

Tadhg Mac Carthaigh v St Colums                            Ballyhooly v Charleville

Kilmacabea v Carbery Rangers                                 Killavullen v LC Gaels

Ballinascarthy 1-7 v Argideen Rangers 1-6

Barryroe 1-8 v Castlehaven 0-8                                 

 

Imokilly Under 21 Championships


Under 21 Football Group 2 (Group Winner Straight to Final)


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  • Fixtures 
  • Lisgoold vs Whitechurch – 7th October in Whitechurch at 3pm
  • Lisgoold vs Carrignavar - Date and Venue TBC)

Under 21 Hurling Group 1 (Top Two to Semi-Finals)


  • Fixtures (Dates and Venue TBC)
  • Lisgoold vs Castlemartyr
  • Lisgoold vs Cloyne
  • Lisgoold vs Whitechurch

Ladies Club

 

East Cork Selection


Becky Murphy has been selected for the U13 football East Cork Panel. The trials were held over the last number of weeks with over 200 girls taking part. We wish Becky the very best of luck with her East Cork team! Well done to all our girls who took part. We’re very proud of you all.


Fixtures


  • U12 County Championship vs Courcey Rovers Saturday 30/9 1.30PM at home.
  • Semi-final Minor Championship Lisgoold v Glanmire Mon Oct 2nd 6.15 in Lisgoold.
  • U13 East Cork Final Lisgoold vs Whitescross Fri 6th October 7.30 Pairc ui Chaoimh.


Junior D County Championship


Semi-finals 

  • Lisgoold vs St Finbarrs in Lisgoold October 1st
  • Macroom vs Ballinhassig in Macroom October 1st

  • Final - October 15th/16th

  •                                                  Juvenile Club

Fixtures


  • Big Day for the Under 7’s Football blitz 9am Saturday 30th Pairc Ui Chaoimh Astro
  • U15 Hurling Championship Final vs Castlelyons in Aghada Sat 30th 2.45pm

East Hurling Semi-Final

Lisgoold          2-11 (17)

Fr O’Neills      2-10 (16)

At Aghavine

September 24th 2023


On Sunday morning the Minor team played in an unreal game of Hurling in Ballymacoda. Against the wind in the first half and not ahead on the scoreboard till minute 58, the Lisgoold team showed great heart and courage to dig in and fight for the win and went ahead when it mattered most. A final v Nemo Rangers or Watergrasshill for them now.

 

General


Lotto Draw September 26th 2023

Numbers: 6-12-21-31 Winner: None

€20 Winners

  • Sinead Murphy (Online)
  • Terry Hickey
  • Maria McHugh          
  • R Twohig 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

 

Lisgoold GAA is now on Facebook, so why not add us as your "friend" and use this useful tool to keep up to date with all matters relating to our club and join the 500 others who have already added their support to the club through this medium. Also, you can find us on twitter as well, so you can just post us a tweet!


 

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.


Tráth na gCeist competition at our East Cork Final, there will be NO QUALIFICATION to the County. An open County Tráth na gCeist – Table Quiz Round will be held on Thursday 5th October in Páirc Uí Rinn at 8pm. It would be great for our club to compete in this section.


Craobh Uí Mac Choille

Dé Sathairn, 7ú Deireadh Fómhair, Lios g Cúl, 7:30


Leathceannais na Mumhan

Deireadh Seachtaine 21ú/22ú Deireadh Fómhair


Craobh na Mumhan

Dé Sathairn, 28ú Deireadh Fómhair


Craobh na hÉireann

Dé Sathairn, 18ú Samhain, Gleneagle INEC Arena, Cill Airne, Co. Chiarraí.


Anyone interested in taking part in any section, please contact Sinead 0879838474


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.


Clubtext

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GAA Learning Portal

A Reminder to members and especially our club coaches that the GAA Learning Portal is a great resource which is free to use. Please check it out at  http://learning.gaa.ie/about

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.

 

Muiris O’Maolcatha

Oifigeach Caidrimh Phoiblí Liosgcúl C.L.G.

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