BRIDE ROVERS GAA NOTES.

  LOTTO JACKPOT WON.

Last Tuesday the weekly Club Lotto Draw took place with a nice Jackpot of €5,800 on offer. The four Numbers drawn were 18, 20 24 & 30  on the night one Ticket had that winning combination - Chris Hoare, Rathcormac, congratulations to Chris. Well done also to our lucky dip €30 cash winners; Margaret Hurley, Rathcormac, Sean O’Brien, The Beeches, Liam O’Brien, Mondaniel, Mary Quill, Mondaniel and Denis Ahern, Ballynanelagh. This week's jackpot on Tuesday November the 3rd  was impressive €2,000.
If your ticket has expired, we would appreciate if you would enter again via Bride Rovers GAA Lotto
Thank you again for all your support, remember it costs just €2 a week to be in the draw and a Yearly Ticket which would make a nice Christmas present can be bought for just €90.

UNDER 14 HURLERS FINISH IN STYLE

Bride Rovers 4-7 | Erin's Own 1-11

Friday, 30th October 2026 |in Pynes

Rovers brought the curtain down on a hugely successful Under14 Division 4 hurling campaign with a hard-fought five-point victory over Erin's Own in the Shield Final on Friday evening. Played under lights in Pynes, it was an entertaining and closely contested game, with Rovers producing some excellent goals and showing great determination to finish the season with silverware.

Erin's Own made the brighter start, registering two points inside the opening seven minutes. Rovers settled into the game when Oisín Dorgan opened their account with a fine long-range free after nine minutes, before Cian Barry followed up with another free to bring the sides level at two points apiece.

From there, the game developed into a real battle, with both teams exchanging scores. Erin's Own edged ahead again through a free before Cian responded with another placed ball to level matters.

The first big turning point arrived midway through the opening half when Rovers struck for two excellent goals in the space of five minutes.

The first came from Liam Harrington, who collected possession some 45 metres from goal before setting off on a brilliant solo run through the Erin's Own defence. Having worked his way into a shooting position, Liam finished superbly into the bottom corner to give Rovers a three-point advantage.

Rovers continued to press, with Ryan Hogan also getting on the scoresheet from a very tight angle, before the second goal arrived following some excellent vision from Jack Gubbins. Spotting Cian Barry in space across the goal, Jack picked him out with a clever delivery. Cian gathered possession and made no mistake, firing to the net to put Rovers firmly in the driving seat.

To their credit, Erin's Own refused to let the game get away from them. They enjoyed a strong spell approaching half-time, adding a number of points before striking for a goal of their own. By the interval, the sides were level at Bride Rovers 2-4, Erin's Own 1-7, leaving everything to play for.

The second half began with both teams giving absolutely everything. Scores were at a premium, with neither side managing to register for the opening eleven minutes. Much of the play was concentrated between the two 45-metre lines as both sets of players worked tirelessly to gain the upper hand.

Erin's Own eventually broke the deadlock to edge a point ahead, but Rovers responded through another Cian Barry free.

As the half progressed, Erin's Own continued to pick off scores, mainly through placed balls, and with seven minutes remaining, Rovers found themselves two points behind.

What followed was a remarkable few minutes that would ultimately decide the destination of the Shield.

First, Cian Barry stepped up to take a long-range free. His delivery travelled all the way to the net, turning a two-point deficit into a one-point lead and giving Rovers a huge lift.

Moments later, Daniel Fitzgerald produced another decisive moment. As the ball dropped into the Erin's Own square, Daniel reacted quickest, pulling first time on the sliotar and sending it to the net. Suddenly, Rovers had opened up a four-point advantage.

A final score came from Cian Barry, all the way out on the right, almost over his shoulder, as the clock ticked towards full-time.

With the game drawing to a close, Rovers emptied the bench, ensuring that all members of the panel who had contributed to such a successful Division 4 campaign got their opportunity to take to the field. When the final whistle sounded, Rovers had secured a deserved 4-7 to 1-11 victory, sparking great celebrations among players, coaches and supporters. Joint captains Jack Barry and Seán O'Dowd had the honour of collecting the Shield, a fitting reward for a group of players who have given so much throughout the year.

While the goals will understandably grab the headlines, this was very much a team performance. Every player contributed, whether through scores, tackles, hooks, blocks, clearances or simply working hard for the player alongside them.

The victory was a particularly satisfying way to finish the season for a group that has shown tremendous commitment and improvement throughout the year.

And perhaps one of the nicest parts of the evening came after the final whistle. Long after the presentation had finished, families and players remained around the pitch under the lights. There were photographs with the Shield, parents and grandparents celebrating with the lads, and plenty of sliotars still being pucked around on the pitch. It was then onto Rathcormac and Bartlemy for the traditional "beeping" to let the parish know of another piece of silverware for the club.

A lovely way to finish the year. Well done to all the lads!

Bride Rovers Panel: Joey Allen, Conor Dorgan, James O'Leary, Seán O'Dowd (Joint Captain), Jack Barry (Joint Captain), Oisín Dorgan (0-1), Harry Fitzpatrick, Ryan Hogan (0-1), Patrick O'Regan, Aidee Carr, Liam Harrington (1-1), Jack Gubbins, Harry Fitzgerald, Cian Barry (2-4), Jack O'Donovan, Kayden Freeman, Theo Skillington, Daniel Fitzgerald (1-0), Luke Buckley, Conor O'Leary

On Saturday, the Rovers U14 hurlers travelled to the University of Limerick to compete in the Munster Super 10s Finals. Drawn in a group with Moycarkey-Borris (Tipperary) and Abbeydorney (Kerry), the lads dropped their opening game by eight points to a sharp Moycarkey side that had already played a game under their belt. Despite not playing at their best, Rovers stayed competitive for long stretches and kept battling right to the end. The squad bounced back brilliantly in their second match with a convincing win over Abbeydorney, before wrapping up the trip with another strong victory in a friendly against Waterford's Ballyduff. Overall, it was a great experience for the team and a valuable opportunity to test themselves against new opposition.

Panel: Oisín Dorgan,  Cameron Hoare,  Darragh Feeney, Denis Skillington,  Tommy Conway,  Conor Healy,  Alex McCarthy,  Tiarnán Lyons,  Adam Hackett,  Matthew Finn,  Eoghan Croke and Dara Murphy

 SCIATH NA SCOIL FINALS.  Bishop O Brien NS Bartlemy took part in the Sciath na Scoil Final in Pairc Ui Chaoimh in brilliant sunshine last Monday. They came up against a very strong Rusheen side who were the winners. It was disappointing to lose but a great honour and thrill for the girls and boys to play in the Park. Best of luck to Scoil Bhride Rathcormac who play Kilcredan in their Final on next Monday November the 9th.

EAST CORK U21 FOOTBALL. The semi-final of the East Cork C Football Championship was played in Castlelyons on Sunday morning. There was a slight breeze that favoured the host club in the first half, and they opened the scoring with two points. Cormac O’Sullivan replied with a two-pointer, which was kicked in from distance before bouncing over the bar. Castlelyons used the breeze to score four two-pointers, three of which were long-range frees from their goalkeeper. Bride Rovers responded with some good play to bring the ball up the field, resulting in points from Shane O’Dowd and Kieran Cotter, and a well taken goal by Conor O’Riordan. A Castlelyons counterattack resulted in a goal, which they followed up with a point. Bride Rovers rallied well and finished the first half with a fisted goal from Kieran Cotter, leaving the half-time score 2.4 to 1.11.

The second half started unfortunately for us, as we lost a player within a minute to a second yellow card. Even with the aid of the breeze, this made it a difficult task, but the players responded well. There were four goals in the second half, two for each side. Bride Rovers had some good passages of play and also used the breeze to launch some long-distance attacks. Cillian Barry scored a fine two-pointer, and both Shane O’Dowd and Micheál Walsh scored from the penalty spot. Overall, it was a spirited performance, but we went down on the scoreline of 4.9 to 3.16.

Both Luke Harrington and Cillian O’Sullivan had to come off with injuries, and we wish both of them well in their recovery.

Team: Jack Lynch, Ronan Barry, Cillian O’Sullivan, Sean Dowling, Adam Hayes (C), Luke Harrington, Cormac O’Sullivan  (0.2), Gearóid O’Connell, Conor O’Riordan (1.0), Ryan O’Callaghan, Kieran Cotter (1.1), Shane O’Dowd (0.3), Cillian Barry (0.2), Denis Cashman, Micheál Walsh (1.0), Ciarán O’Dowd, Louie Roche, Garry Quirke (0.1).

AGM.  The Bride Rovers AGM will be held on Monday night November 23rd at 7.20 pm in the Clubrooms. Nominations for the Officerships must be with the Club Runai no later than Thursday November 12th. Motions for consideration at the AGM must be with the Club Runai by next Sunday November the 8th.

CONGRATS. Well done to Erins Own on their great win over Carrig in the County SAHC Final last Sunday. This week last year we were celebrating the same victory. Well done also to Donoughmore on winning their first ever Mid Cork Junior A hurling title last weekend. Down the years we’ve been to Donoughmore for both ladies football and hurling games.

REMEMBERING JOSEPHINE IN A SPECIAL WAY.  Announcing the Josephine O’Brien-Whitmarsh memorial charity event and raffle in aid of Cancer charities Friends of the late Bartlemy native will be doing something very special in memory of Josephine O’Brien-Whitmarsh, and also helping to raise vital funds for Cork ARC Cancer Support House and Marymount University Hospital & Hospice.
And there’s something exciting in it for you too…
Your donation will help support these two incredible charities, and at the same time give you the chance to take home one of our amazing prizes.
Every €10 qualifies for one entry… so the more you give, the more chances you have to WIN!!
Scan the QR code on the image below or donate at https://www.idonate.ie/crowdfunder/josephineslegacy2026
Every €10 counts, every share helps, every bit of support makes a difference.
Donate. Share. Get involved. And who knows… you could be one of our lucky winners. Please help us make Josephine’s Legacy one to cherish.
For any further information, please contact Linda Ahern at0868238185.

CIARA MAGEEAN. We were all shocked and saddened last weekend when the death of Ciara Mageaan was announced -just a few weeks after her wedding. Just two years ago Ciara’s name was known world wide after her great 1500m win in the European Athletic Championship.  Ciara was a great camogie player in her teenage years with her club Portaferry. After coming from behind in one big race to win Ciara was asked how she did it having been ‘boxed in’ by several other runners. She replied that when playing camogie with Portaferry she learned how to get out of tight corners!. Deepest sympathy to her husband and her family. Ciara was truly an inspirational figure.

SPONSORS; The Bride Rovers GAA Club sponsors are Fermoy Print & Design, Rathcormac Tyres, Gerard Gubbins Construction and Veolia -please support our sponsors whenever you can.