U16 Premier 2 Football League

Glanmire 3-14

Glenville 4-08

Glenville’s U16 footballers began their Premier 2 Football League campaign with a competitive and entertaining clash against Glanmire in Glenville on Wednesday evening last.

After the heavy rain in recent weeks, it was a welcome relief to finally get a game played in good conditions. Glanmire proved to be a strong and organised side and it took Glenville a little time to settle into the contest. Despite some good passages of play, the home side trailed by four points at the interval.

The second half proved to be a lively affair with both sides trading scores. Glenville grew into the game as it progressed and played some excellent football, keeping the scoreboard ticking over and applying plenty of pressure on the visitors. Midway through the half Glanmire managed to establish a foothold, but Glenville responded well and continued to battle right to the final whistle.

Heading into the closing stages Glenville trailed by just three points and pushed hard in search of a levelling score, but time unfortunately ran out. It was a very good contest between two well-matched teams and a positive start to the league campaign.

Next up for Glenville is a home game against St. Nick’s.

Glenville Squad:

Patrick O’Sullivan, Tom Fennell, Jamie O’Callaghan, Conor Kearney, Eoghan O’Mahony, Liam Moynihan, Alan Smith, Alex Magner, Kallam Fahy, Dara O’Driscoll, Darren Cahill, Sean Fenton, Matthew Counihan, James Forde, Colm Murphy, Sam O’Leary, Donogh McHugh, Danny Murphy, Sean Dunlea, Alex Downey, Jack Sheehan, Aaron Sheehan, James O’Mahony, Shane Krool.

Impressive Glenville U16s Too Strong for St. Nicks

Glenville’s Under 16 footballers produced an excellent display to record a convincing 5-13 to 3-7 victory over St. Nicks in their Premier 2 league clash on Sunday afternoon.

Played in beautiful conditions, it was the visitors who made the brighter start, racing into an early 0-4 to 0-1 lead. However, the Glenville side showed great composure and gradually worked their way back into the contest.

A strong spell before half-time saw Glenville hit their stride in attack, finding the net three times and building a 3-7 to 2-5 lead at the break.

Glenville continued that momentum after the restart, increasing the tempo immediately and adding 1-3 in the opening stages of the second half to stretch their advantage.

With confidence growing, the home side continued to dominate possession and territory, adding another 1-3 late on to seal a comprehensive 5-13 to 3-7 win.

It was an impressive all-round team performance from Glenville, who showed great character to recover from the early deficit and go on to record a deserved victory.

U16 Football League – Division 4A

Youghal 4-09

Glenville 1-06

Glenville’s U16 footballers made the trip to the seaside town of Youghal on Saturday morning for their latest Division 4A league outing.

Played in fine conditions, Glenville travelled with a strong panel of 20 players and produced a spirited performance against a physically strong Youghal side. Playing against the elements in the opening half, Glenville competed well and were unlucky to trail by just five points at the break, with the hosts leading 2-05 to 1-03.

Despite the challenging conditions, the Glenville lads battled hard throughout and kept the contest competitive for long spells in the second half. With a bit more luck in front of goal, the visitors could easily have raised a few more green flags on the day.

It was a valuable and worthwhile outing for the squad, with all 20 players seeing plenty of game time. The effort, enthusiasm and commitment shown by the players reflected the hard work being put in at training.

Well done to the players and management on a strong effort and an enjoyable morning’s football.

Glenville Squad:

Luke Ryan, Ben Lewis, Diarmuid Dara, Aaron Sheehan, Max Conway, Alex Downey, Dara O’Driscoll, Eli O’Callaghan, Sean Dunlea, Andrew Welch, Jack O’Sullivan, Jamie O’Riordain, Donogh McHugh, Pa Sullivan, Shane Krool, Donnacha Carroll, Evan O’Donoghue, Joey Cotter, Darragh Noonan, Dara Curtin.

After five rounds of the Glenville GAA National Football League Predictor Competition, the field has narrowed significantly, with just 63 participants still standing.

The competition began with a strong entry of 366 players in Week 1, but the unpredictable nature of the National Football League has steadily reduced the numbers each week.

Progress so far:

Week 1 – 366

Week 2 – 275

Week 3 – 202

Week 4 – 142

Week 5 – 63

With the next round of fixtures scheduled for the weekend of March 14th–15th, the pressure is mounting for those still in contention as the competition heads towards its final stages.

Best of luck to all remaining participants as they attempt to stay standing going into the final weekend of National Football League fixtures.

Upcoming Fixtures

Glenville GAA have a busy few days ahead with a number of important fixtures scheduled across the week.

On Wednesday, March 11th, Glenville’s Under 21 ‘A’ footballers welcome St Colmcilles to Glenville in the Under 21 ‘A’ Football Development League, with throw-in at 7.45pm.

Attention then turns to the East Cork Junior Football League Division 2 on Saturday, March 14th, when Glenville take on Ballinacurra in Glenville at 4.00pm.

The weekend concludes on Sunday, March 15th, with Glenville travelling to face Aghinagh in the McCarthy Insurance Group Division 6 Football League, with the game scheduled for 11.30am.

Support for the teams would be greatly appreciated over the coming days.

Superb Pitch Conditions in Glenville

Great credit is due to everyone involved in maintaining the Glenville GAA pitch, which is looking absolutely fantastic despite the recent spell of inclement weather.

A huge amount of work goes on behind the scenes to keep the grounds in such excellent condition, and it was great to see the surface looking so well under the lights this week.

Our players are extremely fortunate to have such a superb pitch to train and play on, and the club is very grateful to all those who dedicate their time and effort to keeping it in top-class shape.

Registration Reminder – Glenville GAA 

As the 2026 season gathers momentum across all grades, we remind all players and parents that registration on Foireann is essential before any player can train or take part in matches.

From our thriving U6–U11 section, through the many juvenile teams we now field at every grade, right up to our three adult teams — every player must be fully registered to be eligible and insured for the year ahead.

With league competitions already underway and championship just around the corner, please don’t leave registration until the last minute. Taking a few minutes now avoids difficulties later and helps ensure a smooth start to the season for everyone.

Your support keeps the club organised, compliant and ready to focus on football.

Please log on to Foireann and complete registration as soon as possible.

€20,000 Rebels’ Bounty Win Highlights Value for Watergrasshill Glenville

There was significant excitement locally last year when a Watergrasshill Glenville member won the €20,000 top monthly prize in the Rebels’ Bounty draw.

The win underlined the potential of Cork GAA’s official fundraising initiative, which awards 30 prizes every month, including a €20,000 top prize and a €100,000 grand prize each December.

For Watergrasshill Glenville, participation in the draw provides important financial support across all sections of the club, from the youngest juvenile teams through to adult level.

Chairperson Peter Curtin said the local win demonstrated the value of the initiative.

“Last year’s €20,000 prize showed that Rebels’ Bounty is a genuine opportunity for our own members and supporters,” he said. At the same time, the funds raised through participation help us to continue developing coaching, facilities and opportunities for players across all age groups. It’s a scheme that benefits both the individual and the club.”

Supporters can enter at https://gaacork.ie/rebelsbounty/⁠ and must select Watergrasshill Glenville when registering to ensure their contribution benefits the combined club.

As last year proved, big wins can happen close to home.

Glenville Dads & Lads

Glenville's Dads & Lads football continues on the club Astro pitch, providing a great opportunity for fathers and young players to enjoy football together in a relaxed and fun setting.

The initiative focuses on participation and enjoyment, encouraging children to play alongside their dads while developing skills, confidence and a love of the game. It has proven to be a fantastic way to strengthen bonds both on and off the pitch, while also building a strong sense of community within the club.

All are welcome to come along and get involved.

For further information, contact John on 085-7102290.

Scrap Metal Collection Ongoing in Glenville

The scrap metal collection bin remains in place at the Glenville GAA Grounds and is open to the public for donations.

This initiative is a fundraiser in support of the club’s Gym Equipment Fund, with all proceeds going towards the purchase of additional equipment to benefit players across all age groups.

Only metal items are permitted in the container. Items such as tyres, wood, paper, plastic, glass, paint cans, hazardous materials or fluids are strictly prohibited. The area is under surveillance.

Collection can also be arranged for heavier items if required.

For further information or to arrange collection, please contact:

Sean Russell – 087 6771985

Conor Mannion – 089 4586263

Paudie Cahill – 086 8566445

Anthony Forde – 087 9958892

Denis O’Leary – 086 1544602

The club appreciates the continued support of the community in helping to develop facilities for all our players.

Glenville GAA Gym Membership – Renewal & Registration Notice

Glenville GAA is reminding all current gym members that renewal is now due in order to maintain continued access to the club gym facilities.

New members are also welcome, and assistance is available for anyone needing help with registration or gym fob activation.

Membership registration must be completed online via Foireann at:

www.foireann.ie⁠�

How to Register:

Log in at www.foireann.ie⁠

Click Membership → Payment Options → Register

Select the appropriate membership option and the person to be registered

Choose payment method (Card or Pay in Person)

Confirm and complete payment

Once registration is completed, members should contact one of the following to activate their gym fob:

Mark – 087 1023089

Josh – 087 1317540

The club thanks all members for their continued support as fundraising efforts continue towards upgrading gym equipment and facilities.

Watergrasshill G4M&O Back on the Astro

Watergrasshill’s Gaelic 4 Mothers & Others group is back on the Astro pitch on Thursday evenings from 8.30pm to 9.30pm.

G4M&O continues to provide a welcoming and supportive environment for women who would like to get active, enjoy football and meet others in the community. The emphasis is firmly on participation, fun and fitness, with no previous playing experience required. Whether you played in the past or are trying football for the first time, everyone is encouraged to come along.

The group has become a valued part of the local sporting calendar, offering a relaxed, non-competitive outlet for women to stay active while building friendships and enjoying the social side of the game.

New members are always welcome.

For further information, contact Fiona on 086 382 7405.

Glenville GAA Lotto

There was no winner of the Glenville GAA Lotto jackpot of €11,600 in the latest draw which took place in Kades Kounty, Glenville. The numbers drawn were 3, 15, 16 and 28.

While the jackpot was not won, a number of players shared in the weekly €20 Lucky Dip prizes. The winners were Cara and Bean Barry, Elaine Sheehan, Darren, Ronan and Leanne Cahill, and Don Dorgan.

The jackpot now increases to €11,700 for the next draw, which will take place on Friday, March 13th in Kades Kounty.

The Glenville GAA Lotto continues to play an important role in supporting the ongoing development of the club and its teams at all levels. The club would like to thank everyone in the community who continues to support the draw each week, as well as our sponsor Kades Kounty Glenville for their continued backing.

Tickets cost €2 each or three for €5 and can also be purchased online at www.smartlotto.ie/Glenville-gaa⁠�.

Your continued support is greatly appreciated.