Ballynacargy GAA Notes

ACLF Div 3: Ballynacargy 2-9, St Malachy's 1-1

Last Saturday at a sunny Moynihan Park, Ballynacargy, the intermediate footballers had their first home game of the season and they didn't disappoint recording a fully deserved victory over St Malachy's. 

Ryan Maher and Jason McKeown bagged the two first half goals as Bal' led by 2-6 to 0-1 at the interval. They imposed their game on the opposition, dominating the restarts and putting the visitors' defence on the back foot. Aside from the clinical finishes to the net, there were fine scores from Troy Maher and Jack Doran. 

The second half was less impressive and Bal' will be disappointed not to have built on three early points. However, they always remained in control and but for one momentary lapse, when they allowed St Malachy's in for a 56th minute goal, it was a very solid display. Dylan Keena and Gary Fagan were excellent in defence, as was Willie Murtagh, while Senan Lynam's strength in midfield made a telling difference. Up front, Jack Doran, Troy Maher and Ryan Maher led the scoring, while the industrious Philip Price featured well. Bal' took the opportunity to introduce five substitutes also and it was a very positive day on home soil. Certainly a case of onwards and upwards with round three to come in a couple of weeks.   

Team and scorers: Tommy Nally, Dylan Keena, Eoin Nally (0-1), Gary Fagan (0-1), Ben Wilson, Willie Murtagh, Conor Byrne, Jason McKeown (1-0), Senan Lynam (0-1), Danny Scally, Jack Doran (0-3, frees), Philip Price (0-1, free), Troy Maher (0-2), Ryan Maher (1-0), Eoin Maxwell. Subs used: John Keena, Darragh Keena, Rian Conroy, Barry Leavy, Niall Peyton. 

This was Bal's second league game of the year after they got the season up and running at Killucan a week earlier, where they encountered a very strong, well organised opposition. Despite the defeat, a young, inexperienced side gave their all and it's all part of the learning curve for what lies ahead later this year and in the future. 

The home side, established in the senior grade, proved the superior outfit, their pace and movement of a higher level throughout. A youthful Bal' side trailed by five points at half-time (2-4 to 1-2) following a goal by Jack Doran in the 14th minute, but facing the stiff breeze in the second half was an unenviable prospect, and so it proved. While Jason McKeown fisted home the second goal on 48 minutes, following Ryan Maher's pass, Killucan simply went through the gears and there was no stopping them. 

Bal' battled on despite adversity and Rian Conroy's terrific point at the end was some consolation, following some fine fielding by Ryan Maher. Dylan Keena, Willie Murtagh, Enda Scally, Danny Scally and Philip Price all featured prominently, while 'keeper Tommy Nally was solid throughout.

Team and scorers were: Tommy Nally, Ben Wilson, Gary Fagan, Dylan Keena, Niall Peyton, Willie Murtagh, Eoin Nally, Jason McKeown (1-0), Conor Byrne, Danny Scally, Jack Doran (1-1, 0-1 45), John Keena, Philip Price (0-1), Ryan Maher (0-1), Eoin Maxwell. Subs used: Enda Scally, Darragh Keena, Rian Conroy (0-1), Daniel Maguire. 

Lotto takes place every Thursday evening at 8pm. Tickets are available from our usual ticket sellers or online at www.ballynacargygaa.com. The jackpot stands at €1,900 on Thursday 10th March. 

€30 Winners 03/03/2022: 1. Leo J Penrose (online), 2. Liam Wilson, 3. Sharon Penrose, 4. Maureen Price.

Membership

Membership is due for 2022. This can be paid to any member of the executive or on our website. Adult Players €50, Adults Non Playing €40, Children €10, Family €60*.

Underage training 

Ballynacargy GAA underage training is due to resume in the coming weeks.

Training for our underage teams starts on the following dates;

• U5 boys and girls (born 2017/18/19) - starts on 26th April and runs to end August - includes a two day summer mini-camp,

• U7 Boys (born 2015/16) - starts on Monday 7th March,

• U8 Girls (born 2014/15/16) - starts on Monday 7th March,

• U9 Boys (born 2013/14) - starts Wednesday 9th March,

• U10 Girls (born 2012/13) - starts Wednesday 7th March,

• U11 Boys (born 2011/12) - starts Monday 7th March,

• U13 Inny Shamrocks (born 2009/10) - Starts TBA,

• U15 Inny Shamrocks (born 2007/08) - Starts Tuesday 8th March,

• U17 Inny Shsmrocks (born 2006/06) - Starts TBA.

New members always welcome, we cater for boys and girls from age 3+. If you have a child who would enjoy plenty of exercise, fresh air and fun while learning the skills of Gaelic football then please give it a go.  All our coaches are Garda vetted and qualified to coach at underage levels. Any enquiries please contact Aidan Lyons (tel:087-9516648).

St Patrick’s day relay

The Ballynacargy relay is back this St. Patrick’s Day! 

We hope to run it off between about 8am and 12pmin the same format as last year. Teams of six (Two 7k runners, two 5k walkers and two 10k cyclists). You can enter individually and we’ll place you on a team, enter a part or full team.  To PAY, please use the go-fund me link ‘Ballynacargy GAA Relay Fundraiser’.  To REGISTER as a competitor/team please send your details with Niamh 087-9516572or Frankie (086) 397 7549.  This is an important fundraiser for our club with funds going towards new training equipment and the further development/maintenance of our facilities. It promises to be a great community event and we look forward to seeing everyone out and about!!