Glenville GAA held its Annual General Meeting on Sunday evening, with an excellent turnout and a positive review of a busy year for the club.

“A huge amount of work goes on behind the scenes, and we’re very lucky with the volunteers we have.”

— Chairperson Peter Curtin

Chairperson Peter Curtin opened the meeting by acknowledging the work of players, coaches and volunteers across all grades. The club fielded three adult teams, showing strong progress in league and championship, while notable success was also recorded at underage level with a Division 1 East Cork title for the minors and an U16 team reaching their Division 1 final.

Off the pitch, Glenville continued major development work, including a planning application for a significant clubhouse extension and ongoing improvements to the playing surface in partnership with Hourihane Sports Developments.

“Our facilities are improving year on year, and this will benefit the club for the next generation.”

— Development Committee Report

A special moment in the AGM came when the Chairperson led a heartfelt tribute to Brendan Duffy, who stepped aside after seven exceptional years as Club Secretary. Brendan was praised for his remarkable dedication, organisation, and calm, steady presence behind the scenes. Peter described him as “quietly efficient, dependable to the last minute, and someone who made life easier for every officer, coach and volunteer in the club.” The meeting gave Brendan a warm round of applause in recognition of his outstanding service.

He also welcomed Conor Mannion, who now steps into the role of Club Secretary for 2026.

A special thank-you was also extended to Tony Sheehan and the Sheehan family for their superb work running the club shop — often at short notice — and for their ongoing support across numerous club activities.

Community activity remained central to club life, with events such as the New Year’s 7s, Dads & Lads and Mothers & Others programmes, St. John’s celebrations, the two-day mini-camp and the establishment of a Rounders club all proving popular.

Election of Officers for 2026

Chairperson: Peter Curtin

Vice-Chairperson: Finbarr Sheehan

Secretary: Conor Mannion

Assistant Secretary: Rachael McCarthy

Treasurer: Willie-John Manley

Assistant Treasurer: Pat McHugh

Registrar: Paud O’Neill

Communications Officer: John O’Connor

Irish Language & Culture Officer: Rachel McCarthy

Children’s Officer: Will Sheehy

Committee:

Cian Dorgan, Johnny O’Connell, Jerry McHugh, Paudie Cahill, Tony Sheehan, Padraig McHugh, Richie Cahill, Anthony Forde, Brendan Duffy, Eamonn Counihan

Sub-Committees & Club Roles 2026

President: Liam Cahill

Vice-Presidents: Danny Farrell, Oliver Manley, Gerard Herlihy, Dan Kearney, Denis Noonan, Enda Moloney, John O’Neill

Designated Liaison Person: Peter Curtin

Coaching Development: Pat McHugh

Development Officer: Jerry McHugh

County Board Draw: Paud O’Neill

County Board Delegate: Cian Dorgan

East Board Delegate: Jonny O’Connell

Juvenile Chairperson: Padraig McHugh

Juvenile Secretary: Will Sheehy

Lotto: Padraig McHugh

Rebels’ Bounty: Paud O’Neill

Club Shop: Catherine Buckley

Coffee Shop: Tony Sheehan

Gym: Josh Cooke, Paudie Cotter

Pitch Maintenance: Paudie Cahill, Seán Russel, Shane Forde

Pitch Bookings: Catriona Cahill

Schools Liaison: Tony Sheehan

Player Injury Fund: Conor Mannion

The meeting closed with thanks to all outgoing officers and a renewed sense of optimism as the club looks forward to another busy and successful year ahead.

Glenville GAA Lotto

The numbers drawn in the Glenville GAA Lotto on 28 November were 1, 5, 7 and 19.

There was no winner of the €10,200 jackpot.

The four €20 Lucky Dip winners were:

Frances Roche

John Fitzgerald

Danny O’Farrell

Seán Russell

The next draw takes place on Friday, 5th December, in Kades Kounty, with the jackpot now standing at €10,300.

Glenville GAA would like to extend a sincere thank-you to all our sponsors and supporters who continue to back the weekly Lotto — your contribution plays a vital role in supporting the club and our teams throughout the year.

Tickets are available locally or online at smartlotto.ie/Glenville-gaa.