Senior Hurlers off to a winning start
St Martin’s faced Tullaroan in the first round of the St. Canice’s Credit Union Senior Hurling League. Played in St. John’s Park in winter like conditions, it was Tullaroan who first got off the mark with a point from Ken Coogan within 30 seconds of the start, followed by another point before St. Martin’s got on the scoreboard with John Maher pointing a free won by Brian Mulhall. St. Martin’s powered on adding further points from John Maher, John Mulhall, Robert Shore and Brian Mulhall leaving the half time score 0-8 each. On the restart, St. Martin’s continued to forge ahead and had established a 13 point to 10 lead when they were rocked back by a goal for Tullaroan from a 20 metre free. However, John Maher converted a 65 and Colin McGrath added a huge point from his own half to go 2 points up. Tullaroan tried hard and in the last minute, had the ball cleared from the goal line and St. Martin’s held on for a 2 point win. Colin McGrath made some great saves and Ollie Walsh, James Maher, Byran Byrne and John Mulhall gave a good account of themselves. Shane Kinsella who made his senior debut came on and showed some nice touches. Well done to team and management on a hard earned victory. Final score: St. Martin’s 0-15 Tullaroan 1-10.
Team: Colin McGrath, James Maher, Patrick Nolan, Shane Cadigan, Niall Moran, Ollie Walsh, Byran Byrne, Joe Maher, Canice Maher, John Mulhall (Capt), Paul Maher, Tom Breen, John Maher, Brian Mulhall, Robert Shore.
Subs: Jason Shore, Brendan Maher, Michael Morrissey, Noel Darcy, Eoin McGrath,(used) Brian Cadigan, Paddy Dowling, Martin Dowling, David Breen, Luke Maher, Aidan Murphy, Shane Kinsella,(used) Donal Shore, Shane Egan, Eugene Maher.
Referee: Dennis O’Sullivan
26th April 2013
Want to become a referee?
St Martin’s are looking for members who might be interested in becoming a referee. Courses will be provided by the County Board. Anyone interested should contact the club’s secretary.
Cardiac Screening
The club has received details of cardiac screening available to players at a cost of €150 each. If anyone is interested, please contact Breda Tynan for more information.
Social and Medal Presentation Night: St Martin’s Hurling Club and Muckalee Football Club will hold a Social and Medal Presentation night in Castlecomer Golf Club on April 6th @ 9:00pm. Finger food and chat guaranteed. Limited number of tickets available and cost €5 from Breda Tynan or any committee member.
Senior Hurlers travel to Young Ireland’s
St Martin’s Senior Hurlers travelled to Gowran this morning for their first challenge of the year with the homeside. On a bitterly cold day, it was a good workout and after an hour’s hurling, St. Martin’s finished on a scoreline of 3-7 to Young Ireland’s 2-10.
Panel: Colin McGrath, Brendan Maher, Ronan Maher, Shane Cadigan, Niall Moran, Ollie Walsh, Mick Morrissey, Brian Byrne, David Breen, Robert Shore, Paul Maher, Canice Maher, John Mulhall, Brian Mulhall, John Maher, Aidan Murphy, Paddy Dowling, Jason Shore, Noel D’arcy, Donal Shore, Brian Cadigan, Jack Dowling, Shane Kinsella, Shane Egan, Luke Maher
St Martin’s Hurling Club AGM
St. Martins AGM took place in Muckalee Community Centre on February 8th. Chairman Richard O’ Shea in his address welcomed everyone to the meeting and said it was heartening to see such a large attendance. He gave a brief account of the year’s activities and thanked all the clubs sponsors for their continued support. He congratulated Thomas Breen on winning his first All-Ireland Senior medal with Kilkenny. Richard thanked outgoing treasurer Eamon Breen, who, due to other commitments was stepping down. He expressed gratitude for all Eamon’s work over a long number of years and for the dedication and help he gave the club as Treasurer. He also commended the great work been done by the Bord na N-Óg section of the club. He congratulated Muckalee Football club on completing their first Senior three in a row. He thanked his fellow officers and the committee for their hard work during the year. Secretary Lillian Holohan gave a detailed account of all club activities throughout the year. She extended the sympathy of the club to all members who suffered bereavements during the year. She wished our new Senior Manager Charlie Carter and everyone involved in the club good fortunes for the year ahead while thanking Sean O’Neill and his management team for their hard work for the past two years. Treasurer Eamon Breen gave a detailed account of the club’s finances. He said that the Members Draw was our main source of income and he thanked everyone who collects money and all members who continue to support the club each year. He also thanked anyone who helped with fundraising events during the year. Eamon thanked O’Shea Plant-hire and J.S Bolger for their continued sponsorship throughout the year. Guest speakers at the meeting included Fr. Martin Ryan, Lar Maher and Patrick O’Flynn. Officers elected were:
Presidents: Fr. Martin Ryan, Fr. Larry Wallace, Fr. John Delaney, Pakie Lawlor, Phil Purcell, Tom Dowling
Chairman: Richard O’Shea,
Vice Chairman: John Ryan,
Secretary: Breda Tynan,
Assistant Secretary: Donncha Quinlan,
Treasurer: Dermot Lawlor,
Assistant Treasurer: Eamon Breen,
PRO: Annmarie Nolan,
County Board Rep: Richard Nolan,
Northern Board Rep: Liam Dowling
Senior Selectors: Charlie Carter (Manager) Aidan Lawlor, Richie McCarthy
Junior Selectors: Aidan Lawlor, Nicky Purcell, Tony Maher
Junior A Selectors: John Ryan, Seamus Tynan, John Buggy
U.21 Selectors: Seamus Tynan, Martin Dowling, Richard Nolan, Conor Kinsella.
