Glenville Edge Bishopstown in U15 League Thriller

U15 Football League

Glenville 3-12, Bishopstown 2-13

Glenville’s U15 footballers claimed a memorable victory on home soil on Wednesday evening, overcoming a talented Bishopstown side in a pulsating league encounter that went right down to the wire.

Played in ideal conditions, the opening half was a closely fought contest. Glenville settled well but found themselves trailing by a single point at the interval, 1-07 to 1-06. Their first-half goal came courtesy of Colm Murphy, whose superb finish into the top corner was the standout moment of the half.

Bishopstown resumed strongly after the break, registering several quick scores, including a well-constructed goal that extended their lead. Glenville, however, showed tremendous spirit and refused to let the game slip away. They responded with a series of fine points and a critical goal from Kallum Fahy that kept them within touching distance.

As full-time approached, Bishopstown held a narrow one-point advantage in what had become a thrilling end-to-end contest. But Glenville weren’t finished. A sweeping team move saw the ball worked upfield, where Colm Murphy once again proved the difference. Showing great composure, he rounded the goalkeeper and calmly slotted home his second goal of the evening to restore Glenville’s lead.

Bishopstown had one final opportunity to salvage the result, but Glenville’s defence stood tall, repelling the attack and sealing an impressive win against physically stronger opposition.

The result is a testament to Glenville’s resilience and teamwork, with both players and management deserving credit for an excellent all-round performance.

Scorers – Glenville: Colm Murphy (2-01), Darren Cahill (0-07, 0-04f), Kallum Fahy (1-00), Matthew Counihan, Dara O’Driscoll, Donogh McHugh, Danny Murphy (0-01 each).

Glenville Team: P. O'Sullivan, J. Sheehan, L. Moynihan, T. Fennell, J. Forde, K. Fahy, C. Kearney, A. Smith, E. O'Mahony, C. Murphy, D. Cahill, M. Counihan, D. O'Driscoll, D. McHugh, D. Murphy. Subs: A. Sheehan, S. Kroll, J. O'Mahony, J. Connolly, S. Dunlea.

Next Fixture: Glenville host Glanmire on Thursday, May 29th at 6:30pm.

Glenville U16s Secure Strong Win Ahead of Mid-Season Break

Glenville U16s took on St. Colmcille's in their penultimate game of the North Cork Division 1 Football League tonight. After a disappointing loss to the same opposition in the opening round of the hurling league, the team entered the match determined to deliver a stronger performance.

While Glenville started well, a lack of defensive intensity allowed St. Colmcille’s to stay within touching distance at the break—just two points behind, though they arguably could have led.

The second half saw a marked improvement from Glenville, particularly at kick-outs, where the forwards battled hard for possession and the defence tightened up significantly. This renewed effort paid off, with Glenville pulling away to record a comprehensive 4-15 to 1-9 victory.

The win sends the team into the mid-season break on a positive note. All at the club extend best wishes to the players sitting their Junior Cert exams.

Glenville and St. Catherine’s Share the Spoils in Spirited Dads & Lads Encounter

There were smiles all around as Glenville and St. Catherine’s played out an entertaining Dads and Lads football match recently, with both sides embracing the spirit of fun, fitness, and community that defines this growing GAA initiative.

The match, played in great conditions and even better humour, saw plenty of end-to-end action, fine scores, and no shortage of friendly rivalry. While no official score was kept – true to the ethos of the Dads and Lads format – the game ended in an honourable draw, with both sides giving it their all.

The post-match hospitality was just as memorable as the match itself. Our hosts, St. Catherine’s, treated the Glenville crew to a warm welcome and a generous spread of refreshments, including a fine selection of delicious sandwiches that went down a treat after the exertions on the pitch.

A huge thanks to St. Catherine’s for their outstanding hospitality and for a thoroughly enjoyable evening of football. These events remind us of what makes the GAA special – community, camaraderie, and craic.

We look forward to meeting again in the upcoming Glenville Sevens competition on the 22nd June.

Glenville Trio Advance to County Finals in Football Skills Competition

Congratulations to Luke Neylon, Ronan Cahill, and Seán Óg Russell who proudly represented Glenville National School at the National Schools Regional Football Skills Competition held in Shanagarry.

The boys delivered an outstanding performance and have now qualified for the County Finals, which will take place next week at Páirc Uí Chaoimh. This is a fantastic achievement, and the entire school and community are immensely proud of their success.

We wish Luke, Ronan, and Seán Óg the very best of luck in the upcoming finals!

Double Delight for Glenville and Watergrasshill in Sciath na Scoil Finals

It was a proud day for the parish as both Glenville and Watergrasshill National Schools claimed victory in their respective Sciath na Scoil finals.

Congratulations to the boys of Glenville National School on their well-deserved win, and equally to the girls of Watergrasshill National School who also brought home silverware. Both teams showed tremendous skill, determination, and teamwork on the day.

Well done to all the players, coaches, and supporters involved in these fantastic achievements. The future of Gaelic Games in the parish is certainly bright!

Replaying the Years – A History of Gaelic Games in the Parish

Copies of Replaying the Years, a magnificent book chronicling the history of Gaelic games in Glenville and Watergrasshill from 1885 to 2012, are available to purchase for just €10. This is a must-have for all GAA enthusiasts and local history fans. To get your copy, please contact John on 085 7102290.

Dads & Lads Football – All Welcome

Our Dads & Lads football sessions continue every Sunday night at 8:30pm and are growing in numbers each week. No experience or fitness level is required — just come along for fun, exercise, and a great sense of community. If you’re interested in joining, contact John on 085 7102290.

Gaelic for Mothers and Others (G4M&O)

G4M&O training takes place every Thursday evening from 8:30pm to 9:30pm. New members are always welcome! No prior playing experience is necessary — just bring a smile and be ready for plenty of laughs. For more information, contact 087-2799956.

Glenville Astro Pitch – Book Now!

Our all-weather astro pitch is available for weekly rentals or one-off bookings. It’s ideal for team or club training, casual 5-a-side matches, or even children’s birthday parties.

To make a booking or for further details, contact Peter on 086-0438046.

The Corner Flag Café

We’re delighted to have The Corner Flag café operating on our grounds. The café will be open during matches and club events, serving freshly brewed coffee and teas. Be sure to stop by and enjoy a cuppa while supporting your local teams!