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Senior ‘B’ Quarter Final

Shamrocks 0-25

Drumcullen 1-21

A disappointing end to a roller-coaster season at St. Brendans Park on Saturday last. A series of un-forced errors in the second half undermined the confidence gained from a decent first half after which we led by 0-11 to 0-6. Boosted by these which yielded four points, Shamrocks went on to force a draw- 0-17 each- and then dominated extra time. Injuries and illness lessened our impact but credit to players and management for their commitment and application during the year which is greatly appreciated by the club (See report elsewhere)

Lotto

Numbers drawn on Saturday, 8^th September were: 3, 17, 20 & 21. There was no jackpot winner, with four match 3 winners each receiving €40. They were Michelle Carroll c/o Nellie Carroll, Gerry Egan c/o Ger Gath, John Kirwan c/o Shammy Nolan, Nicky Dunne c/o Joe Mannion. Promoter’s prize went to Gavin Nugent. Next Jackpot is €9,050 and team 5 is on rota next week.

Club Gear

Our club gear is always available at the club house. Contact Peadar Nugent on 086 302 2223 to arrange a visit to our club shop. Items can also be viewed on our website at www.drumcullengaa.com .

Sympathy:

We extend our deepest sympathy to the family, relatives and friends of the late Bridie Kinahan, Clareen and  Bessie Fluery, Fortal who passed away during the week.

Senior B Hurling Championship

Drumcullen 0-12
Lusmagh 4-16
Drumcullen supporters travelled to Moystown on Sunday morning hoping the team would get back on track following a disappointing loss to Shamrocks in the previous round. However, they came away bitterly disappointed by a performance well below what is required to remain at this level, not to mention qualifying for the knockout stages. Lusmagh could scarcely believe how easy they found scores and the outcome was never in doubt before the break at which point the score stood at 3-9 to 0-6. Team: D. Spain, B. Kinsella, D. Maher, B. O’Meara, C. Guinan, D. Gath, D. Guinan, J. Cashin, R. Gath, Conor Gath (0-10), H. Ryan, J. Murray, J. McCarthy, Colm Gath (0-2), E. Gath, Subs used: K. Fleury, D. Mahon, E. Barrett, T. Leahy.

Community Games

After winning the Offaly Community Games U11 hurling title last month, our young hurlers travelled to Trim last Saturday to play Dicksboro of Kilkenny in the Leinster Final. These young hurlers played fantastically throughout, however the City opposition proved too strong and went on to win with score of 1:05 to 4:06. A Leinster Community games silver medal is a just reward for this special team. A big thanks to the huge number of supporters who travelled on the day. Team; Rory McIntyre. Kieran Coughlan. Mark Gleeson. Oisin Darcy (Capt). James Dooley. Macdarra Murphy. Mairtin Og Ryan, Jack Molloy. Michael Hackett. Peadar Ryan, James Hennessy. Hugh Claffey. Aaron Dooley. Harry Carroll and Aaron Quegan.

Fixtures

Seir Kieran / Drumcullen travel to O’Brien Park on Friday next to take on Tullamore in the U17 Hurling Championship. We wish them well and encourage all supporters to travel and provide moral support.
Many thanks to all our volunteers who assisted in successfully hosting three championship games at the week-end.

Golf Classic

The annual Golf Classic takes place this year on Friday the 27th July in Birr golf course. There are only a few times left now, so don’t be disappointed contact Dermot on 087 6887076 to arrange a time.

Car Park.

In the interest of safety, we appeal to those dropping of or collecting children and those attending training or meetings to only use the safety of the car park rather than crossing the road which can be busy and dangerous

Lotto

Numbers drawn on Saturday, 14th July were: 6, 8, 15 & 17. There was no jackpot winner and Nick Bracken c/o Shammy Nolan and Karen Connolly c/o Peadar Nugent shared the €150 match three prize. Jack Ryan & Aishling Horan won the promoters prize. Next Jackpot is €8,000 and Team 2 is on rota.

Sympathy

We extend our deepest sympathy to the family, relatives and friends of the late Ignatius Mahon, Drinagh, Bernie Bennett, Birr and Martin Sullivan, Lusmagh.

Lotto

Numbers drawn for Saturday 7^th July were 8, 15, 17 & 26. Promoter’s prize went to Noel Mannion. Jackpot winner –None. Next week’s Jackpot: €7,850. Match 3 winners -4 x €40; Seamus Murray c/o Peadar Nugent, Senan Cordial c/o Ann Marie Conroy, Peadar Nugent c/o Self, Emmett Pey c/o John Guinan, Team 1 is on rota.

Cul Camps

We had a very successful  Cul-Camp last week in Rath. Well done to all those taking part and a big thanks to the coaches for their help.

Golf Classic

The annual Golf Classic takes place this year on Friday the 27^th July in Birr golf course. There are only a few times left now, so don’t be disappointed contact Dermot on 087 6887076 to arrange a time.

Community Games

Following on from their success at county level, our U11 Community Games hurlers, play the Leinster Final in Trim GAA grounds on Saturday 14^th July at 3:30. They will play the winners of st. Judes of Dublin or Dickbora of Kilkenny. All support for the young lads greatly appreciated on their big day.

Sympathy

We extend our deepest sympathy to the family, relatives and friends of the late William Dwyer, Eglish and Paddy O’Brien Birr, who passed away recently.

Fixtures

Under 17 League: Drumcullen/Seir Kieran v Shamrocks, Wednesday 11^st July in Rath at 19:30.

Junior B Hurling Championship: Drumcullen v Birr, Saturday 14^th July in Rath at 20:00

Senior B Hurling Championship: Drumcullen v Lusmagh, Sunday 15^th July in Moystown at 12:00

Lotto:

Numbers drawn for Saturday 23rd June were 16, 19, 21 & 23. Promoters Prize was John Guinan. Jackpot winner –None. Next Jackpot: €7,550. Match 3 winners -4 x €40; Frances Mannion c/o Joe Mannion, Kathleen Ryan c/o Mary Ryan, Harry Ryan c/o Mary Ryan, Aoife Creamer c/o Martin Ryan, Team 4 is on rota.

Cul Camps

This year’s Cul-Camps will run from 2^nd – 6^th July at Rath hurling field. Register online at www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie/booking/online.

Golf Classic

Our annual Golf Classic takes place this year on Friday the 27^th July in Birr golf course. Timesheet and sponsorship are now available from Dermot on 087 6887076.

Results,

U13 Championship: After leading by 2:03 to 0:08 at half time against Shamrocks, Drumcullen/Seir Kieran managed to hold on to the narrowest of leads to win by 2:07 to 0:12. It was a real tough battle with our lads out sized mostly on the field but not out battled. This results means that Drumcullen Seir Kieran, Shamrocks & Coolderry are all on 4 points, so a playoff will be needed to see who goes through.

Junior B championship; Drumcullen played Kilcormac Killoughey in Kilcormac on Saturday last. Both teams were level at half time. However with KK leading by two points in the final minutes, Drumcullen got a chance to take the match with a penalty, however it was not our day as it was saved and resulted in a win for KK with the final score -Drumcullen 4:07 Kilcormac Killoughey 1:18

Community Games

Well done to all the kids who participated in the Community Games in the Harries, Tullamore on Sunday last. Also a special thanks to the organisers Audrey Spillane and Andrew Moore for organising it.

Fixtures

Under 13 Division 4 League Final: Drumcullen Seir Kieran v Ballimamere Durrow, 1^st July in Kilcormac at 12;00.

Sympathy

We extend our deepest sympathy to the family, relatives and friends of the late:  William Bracken, Banagher and to Mary Bennett and her family on the death of her father James Keating, Mountbolus.

Community Games Hurling:
Following on from their successful campaign against Kilcormac/Killoughey and Shinrone/Coolderry in the semi-final. Eglish/Drumcullen Community Games took on Clara in the U11 Community Games final in Rath on Wednesday last. From the throw-in the sides were evenly matched and it took 7 minutes for the first score to be registered, this was scored by the inform James Hennessy who scored a point from play which was followed shortly by one from Màirtìn Og Ryan. James again got on a perfectly delivered ball to score the first goal. However Clara came back into the game with a goal to shorten the gap to just two points. To finish the half James Hennessy scored another point to leave it Eglish/Drumcullen 1;03 Clara 1;00. After the break it was Clara who scored first with a point from play, but goals from James and Màirtìn Og and a well taken free by Peadar Ryan from mid-field increased the lead by 9 points. Two further Clara points from frees wasn’t enough, as Màirtìn Og dominated midfield and scored two further goals from long range efforts. The final score was scored by Jack Molloy who pointed from an impossible angle to leave the final score Eglish/Drumcullen 5;05 to Clara 1;03. The team now go on to represent Offaly in the Leinster competition which is held in Trim on the 14th July. Team; Rory McIntyre. Kieran Coughlan. Mark Gleeson, Oisìn Darcy (Capt), Màirtìn Og Ryan, James Dooley, Macdarra Murphy, Hugh Claffey, Jack Molloy, James Hennessy, Peadar Ryan, Michael Hackett, Aaron Quegan, Harry Carroll, Aaron Dooley, Jay Hollywood, Dylan Mahon, Ciaràn Spain.

Lotto:
Numbers drawn for Saturday 9th June were 4, 18, 26 & 27. Promoters Prize was John Guinan. Jackpot winner –None. Next Jackpot: €7,250. Match 3 Winners: 4 x €40; Fergal Dooley c/o Toni Ryan, Caoimhe Spain c/o Declan Murray, Harry Ryan c/o Mary Ryan, Sinead Hollywood c/o Leona Gath.. Team 2 is on rota.

Cul Camps
This year’s Cul-Camps will run from 2nd – 6th July at Rath hurling field. Register online at www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie/booking/online.

Golf Classic
Our annual Golf Classic takes place this year on Friday the 27th July in Birr golf course. Timesheet and sponsorship are now available.

Fixtures
Under 13 league Semi-final, Drumcullen Seir Kieran v Ballyshenagh/Killavilla, 17th June in Birr at 12:00pm.
Under 13 Championship, Drumcullen Seir Kieran v Gracefield, 22nd June in Gracfield at 19:30pm.
Division 4 Hurling League, Drumcullen v Kilcormac-Killoughey, 12th June in Rath at 19:30.
Division 4 Hurling League, Drumcullen v Shamrocks, 19th June in Mucklagh at 19:30.