Notes 28/8/12

The U14 footballers played the West Cork final against Ilen Rovers in Castlehaven, last Friday, August 24^th. The Kilmacs played the first half against the wind and the evening sun and it looked initially if the stronger Ilen had the advantages. The Kilmacs settled and with economic use of possession kicked some good scores to establish a lead. With the defence working well the team was in a good position coming up to half time 6 points ahead. The concession of two points at the end of the half left the score at Kilmacabea 0-6 Ilen Rovers 0-2. As expected Ilen made changes and came strong for the second half and the Kilmacs were struggling for possession. When Ilen Rovers goaled in the 8^th minute and followed up quickly with two points to go ahead it looked as if the game had turned. The following 10 minutes were exciting with both sides giving their all but neither scoring. When Ilen extended their lead in the twenty second minute it could be expected they would push on. Credit to the young Kilmacs as they lifted themselves and scored 2 points to level the game and take it to a replay. This was what underage football is all about, with both sides giving their all and little to separate them. Team John Patrick Sheehan; Odhran Kerrisk, Ciaran French, Caelan O’Mahony; Jamie O’Donoghue, TiernanKerrisk, Adrian Gore; Sean French, Damien Gore; Ian Jennings, Ross Cantwell, Dan Lynch; Oisin O’Driscoll, Myles Tobin, Ellis Wilson. Conor Nash, Christy Wilson, Darren Whooley, Karl Ronan, Dara Tobin, Ashley Deane.

Congratulations to Joseph O’Callaghan and Kieran O’Sullivan who were part of the Kilmacabea U21 crew that won a gold medal at the All Ireland coastal rowing finals held in Courtmacsherry on Sunday 26^th August.

Fixtures Replay U14 football championship final vs. Ilen Rovers in Castlehaven this Saturday September 1^st at 7pm.

Notes 21/8/12

The Cul camp was held recently and ran off successfully thanks to the organisation by John Collins. There was an attendance of 75 – 80. The enjoyment of the camp is due to the input of the mentors during the week including Sinead O’Brien(Kilmeen), Dan MacEoin(Ilen Rovers), Paudie Crowley(O’Donovan Rossa), Tommy Hayes, Marion O’Driscoll, Bernadette O’Driscoll, Timothy Nyhan and Kevin O’Driscoll. Ciaran Sheehan of the Cork footballers capped off the week for the youngsters. Thanks also to the parents who helped out with sandwiches and those who did catering.

The draw for the hamper in the recent community festival was won by Kerry Burchill and family, Rineen. Thanks to all who supported.

Fixtures U14 football championship final vs. Ilen Rovers in Castlehaven this Friday 24^th August at 7pm.

Notes 14/8/12

The U14 footballers were in championship action on Thursday 9^th June when they played Barryroe in the semi-final in Clonakilty. This game was never a contest and the game was decided very early with the Kilmac's being victorious in a game that was not good preparation for a final. 

The final of this competition vs. Ilen Rovers is fixed for Castlehaven on Friday 24^th August at 7pm. 

The U16hurlers played St James on Monday night in Ardfield. Being short on numbers meant the game couldn’t be won despite the efforts of those who made the effort to turn up. 

The first round of the U16 football championship has been put back to allow the completion of other competitions.

Notes 8/8/12

The junior C footballers took on Bantry in the championship in Leap on Friday 6^th August. It had been thought that there may be difficulties in fielding but with a good turn out from all it turned out to be a very solid display and the team goes forward to the next round after winning on the score 2-10 to 0-9 after a good display. 

The U16  footballers played Clanna Gael in the league and after a match where they had to work hard came out on top. 

Eileen Connolly, Corran won first prize in the latest monthly club draw. Second went to Ger O Sullivan, Dromillihy and third to James Nyhan, Gortroe. Consolation prize winners were Kay and Josie Ronan, Clounties; Joe O Donovan, Bawnfune; Margaret Crowley, Leap and James Crowley, Cappanaboha. 

The revived Community Festival took place over the weekend and was a great success. The hard working committee  had organised a wide range of activities and would like to thank all who participated and supported. It was welcome to see people give their time to get involved in the various events. The energy and imagination displayed in the festival rag parade on Sunday evening was a revelation and great to see. For some it bought back happy memories of festivals past and for others it will have created new memories that will hopefully be built on in years to come. Well done to all. It was a great community get together and is welcome, in these difficult times, to lift people’s spirits.

Fixtures –

U14 football championship semi final vs. Barryroe on Thursday 9^th August at 7.15pm in Clonakilty.

U16 football championship vs. Ahan Gaels on Wednesday 15^th August at 7.15pm in Rossmore.

As fixtures are liable to change check locally prior to travelling.