Glenville 3-19 Carrignavar 1-7

Glenville GAA booked their place in the final of the inaugural Imokilly Football Cup with a convincing victory over neighbours Carrignavar GAA on Saturday afternoon.

The semi-final was played on the impressive Midleton 4G surface, with Glenville producing a strong all-round performance to run out deserved winners on a scoreline of 3-19 to 1-7.

This new competition brings together the Imokilly clubs competing at county level — Glenville, Aghada GAA and Cobh GAA — along with the reigning East Cork Junior A Football Championship winners, Carrignavar. The second semi-final was played on Sunday, with Cobh emerging victorious to set up a final meeting with Glenville.

From a Glenville perspective, the outing proved particularly valuable as a number of new faces were introduced to adult football, with the panel making good use of the opportunity provided by this early-season competition.

It was also fitting that the cup is named in honour of the late Pat McHugh of Ballybrack, a proud Glenville and Watergrasshill stalwart who gave decades of unbroken service to the GAA and whose contribution to the game in the area is fondly remembered.

U21 UPDATE

Glenville GAA enjoyed a very positive afternoon as their U21 second team recorded a hard-earned victory over near neighbours Bride Rovers GAA in a lively and entertaining encounter.

Both sides traded scores throughout, with the contest finely balanced at various stages. A see-saw second half kept the large attendance engaged right to the final whistle, but Glenville showed great composure in the closing stages to edge the game on a final scoreline of 4-9 to 3-8.

The performance was particularly encouraging, with strong effort levels across the field and a good mix of experience and younger players stepping up when required. It was an excellent team display and a valuable result in what is shaping up to be a competitive group.

The U21 second team will now turn their attention to their final group outing, a home fixture against Lisgoold GAA, which takes place next Friday night.

Meanwhile, the Glenville U21 A side resume their campaign on Wednesday evening when they travel to face Aghada GAA in Round 2, as both panels continue a busy and encouraging start to the season.

Glenville GAA to Host Multi-Media Quiz Night

Glenville GAA are inviting members, supporters and the wider community to take part in a Multi-Media Quiz Night on Friday, 27 February, with proceedings getting underway at 8.30pm in Kades Kounty.

The event will be run in a modern multi-media format, meaning no pens and no paper are required, with teams answering questions directly using mobile devices. The format has proven extremely popular and promises an enjoyable and fast-paced night for all participants.

Teams of four can take part at a cost of €50 per table, while a raffle on the night will feature a range of attractive prizes, adding to the entertainment. Proceeds from the event will go towards supporting Glenville GAA’s juvenile section, helping to fund coaching, equipment and the continued development of underage players within the club.

A strong turnout is expected, and all support on the night would be greatly appreciated as the club continues its efforts to provide positive sporting opportunities for young players in the community.

Glenville GAA Registration Reminder

Glenville GAA would like to remind all players, from juvenile through to adult level, that registration on Foireann is required in order to train and play.

Members are asked not to leave registration until later, as players who are not registered are not permitted to participate in training sessions or competitive fixtures.

All registrations can be completed online through Foireann, and the club would appreciate the cooperation of players and parents in ensuring this process is completed promptly.

Support Glenville GAA Through National Club Draw 2026

Glenville GAA are encouraging members, supporters and the wider community to get behind the club by taking part in the GAA National Club Draw 2026, a major fundraising initiative which provides vital support for clubs across the country.

Tickets are priced at €15, with all monies raised retained by Glenville GAA, helping to support facilities, coaching and ongoing development within the club. Participants will also be in with a chance of winning a wide range of excellent prizes.

Top prizes in this year’s draw include a brand new Toyota Corolla Hybrid, cash prizes of €20,000, €10,000 and €5,000, as well as a €2,500 holiday voucher. In addition, several All-Ireland Hurling and Football Final packages for 2026 are on offer, including premium match tickets, overnight accommodation in Dublin and dining for two.

Tickets can be purchased online through Foireann, and supporters are reminded to select Glenville GAA when purchasing to ensure the club receives the full benefit. The draw will take place on 25 March 2026.

The club would like to thank everyone who continues to support Glenville GAA through initiatives such as the National Club Draw, which play a crucial role in sustaining and developing the club at all levels.

Glenville GAA Gym – Membership Renewal Now Due

Glenville GAA are reminding all gym members that membership renewals are now due, with new members also very welcome to join and get started.

The club gym continues to be a valuable resource for players, members and the wider community, supporting fitness, wellbeing and injury prevention across all age groups.

All registrations and renewals are handled through Foireann, with members asked to log in, select the appropriate membership option and complete payment either online or in person. Once registered, gym access can be activated by contacting the club.

For further information, assistance with registration, or queries regarding gym access and fobs, members can contact:

Mark – 087 1023089

Josh – 087 1317540

Glenville GAA look forward to welcoming both returning and new members to the gym for the year ahead.

Glenville GAA Finish Every Step Counts Challenge in Strong Style

Glenville GAA finished the Irish Life GAA Healthy Clubs Every Step Counts Challenge with a total in excess of 5,500 kilometres, comfortably surpassing the original 4,000km target and reflecting an excellent level of commitment throughout the challenge.

The club would like to extend its sincere thanks to everyone who took part and contributed to the success of the initiative. Those who took part were Dan Kenneally, Shane Forde, William Connolly, Ludovic Guichard, Mary Cooke Connolly, Padraig O’Regan, Mary Sheehy, Shane McCarthy, Sinead O’Riordan, Anne Marie Gowen, Cliona Cotter, William Sheehy, Alejandra Muniz, Peter Curtin, Barry McCarthy, Johnny O’Connell, Rachel O’Donovan, Claire Callanan, David Cooke, Elizabeth O’Meara, Richie Cahill, Conor Mannion and John O’Connor.

Every step logged, whether small or large, played an important part in what was a highly successful challenge for Glenville GAA and another positive example of the strong community spirit within the club.

Glenville GAA Lotto Update

There was no winner of the Glenville GAA Lotto jackpot of €11,200 following the latest draw. The numbers drawn were 8, 12, 21 and 32.

The next jackpot will be €11,300, with the next draw taking place on Friday, 13 February, in Kades Kounty, Glenville.

The weekly €20 Lucky Dip winners were Sean & Mary McCarthy, Danny Farrell, Kitty Sullivan and Dave Healy. Congratulations to all.

Tickets cost €2 each or three for €5 and can be purchased locally or online via smartlotto.ie. The club would like to thank everyone for their continued support.