The under-14s capture the North title while it’s heartbreak for the under-12s as the club walking group completes the Croagh Patrick climb. All this and more in this week’s news on the Blues
Rody Bolands
With so many Tipperary fans planning their trip to the capital for All-Ireland final weekend we are asking you all to include our main club sponsor, Rody Bolands, in your itinerary. With so many links to the town, this pub is the ideal watering spot for all supporters of the Blues. Why not wear your club gear to let them know you’re there?
Tipperary
Jake Morris. Copyright www.sportsfocus.ie
Next weekend is going to be a very proud few days for our club as four of our players are going to be in All-Ireland action.
Firstly, we wish Grace O’Brien and the Tipperary senior camógs the very best of luck in their All-Ireland semi-final against Kilkenny. This game takes place on Saturday in the Gaelic Grounds at 5:30pm. Sarah Quigley and the Tipperary intermediates play Galway in Cratloe at 2pm on the same day in their All-Ireland semi-final.
We also extend our best wishes to Jake Morris, Barry Heffernan and the Tipperary senior hurlers as they seek to regain the All-Ireland title, last won in 2016, with Brian Cody’s Kilkenny standing in their way.
Camogie News
The first match of league is commencing on Tuesday night versus Roscrea in Roscrea at 7.30p.m.
Under-12
Hard luck to our under-12s who lost out to a strong Annacarty team in the county league semi final at the Ragg on Sunday. It was a fighting display from the Nenagh girls but just wasn’t going to be our day. We will now play in the shield so training will continue on Thursday. Best of luck to those girls playing with the under-14s on Tuesday evening.
The Nenagh Éire Óg under-12 side
Under-6s and Under-8s
Both the under-6s and under-8s were delighted to play Kilruane and Burgess as part of Kilruane MacDonagh’s 50th anniversary celebrations in Ardcroney. Many thanks for the invitation. Our under-8s also played a blitz in Kilcommon against Moneygall, Toomevara and Kiladangan. The girls played brilliantly and made light of the terrible conditions.
Cúl Camp at Nenagh Éire Óg
Online Cúl Camp registration closes on Wednesday evening. After that date children will be accepted on Monday morning provided there are enough spaces still available. Spaces are filling up fast so don’t be disappointed and book online. Dates are Monday 19th August till Friday 23rd August from 10.00 till 14.30 each day. People who book online will receive their gear a few days before the camp starts at a time to be confirmed, while people who book on the Monday will receive their gear on the Tuesday of the camp.
Under-12 Hurling
We commiserate with our under-12 hurlers who put in an almighty effort against Toomevara in the North final on Monday last but came out on the wrong side of a 2-7 to 2-5 scoreline. The club couldn’t be prouder of each and every member of the panel for their hard work and dedication to Nenagh Éire Óg all year in both the A and C grades. We would like to take this opportunity to thank the players, their families and the mentors who all put in countless hours of work. Plenty more sport to come for these boys with the Plate competitions throwing in soon. Keep hurling boys!
For a full range of photographs from this match please click here.
Under-14
North Tipperary under-14 A hurling champions 2019
Congratulations go to our under-14 hurlers, who in wet and windy conditions in Templederry, overcame a superb challenge from a brilliant Toomevara side in the North final, winning out on a 2-11 to 2-4 scoreline. Indeed the seven-point gap between the sides belies the true nature of this contest as in reality, Toomevara were much closer to Éire Óg. Jack McLoughlin was in flying form scoring a personal tally of 2-3 while Sam O’Farrell (6) and Filip McIntyre (1) completed the scoring. At the other end Eoin Garrigan had a fine game between the sticks while Keelan Rice at full-back and Mason Cawley wearing number six repelled numerous Toomevara attacks. The lads must now prepare for the county semi-final and we wish them every success as they seek county honours.
For a full range of photographs from the game please click here.
Seamus Rice, Martin Morris, Jimmy Morris and Adrian McIntyre fly the flag high at full time.
Minor Hurling
Our minor hurlers were defeated by Kiladangan in the championship 4-16 to 3-11. Their final game in the round robin series is on Wednesday evening when they play Ballina at 7pm in Portroe. Best of luck lads.
Junior-A Hurling
Anthony Walsh in action against Roscrea
Our junior-A hurlers had a great win in the North Tipperary semi-final defeating Roscrea 2-15 to 2-12 in Borrisokane on a wet and windy evening last Friday. Two first-half goals from cousins Anthony and Darragh Walsh set the lads on their way and they now face Toomevara in the final in two weeks time. This game will take place on Sunday, August 25, at 3:30pm in Templederry.
Darragh Walsh about to score Nenagh’s second goal against Roscrea
Junior-B Football
Hard luck to our footballers who lost out to Éire Óg Annacarty, 0-7 to 0-5, in a wet and windy Kilcommon on Saturday evening. The lads battled bravely throughout but once again Lady Luck shunned us as we failed to get the rub of the green that would have secured the win. This results ends our interest in this year’s county championship and we wish to thank the entire panel and management for all their efforts this year. We still have the 2019 North Tipperary championship to look forward to.
The panel on Saturday evening was Callan Scully, Brian Maxwell, Peter Hynes, Fiachra Starr, Niall McKeogh, Andrew Loughlin, Alex Jones, Christopher Ryan, Seán McTiernan, Jack Molamphy, Gavin O’Connor, Leonard Ryan, Marky Walsh, Kieran Mullarkey, Thomas O’Brien, Michael Hynes, Danny Ryan and Brian Carr.
Croagh Patrick Climb
Some of the walkers not long after setting off
On Bank Holiday Monday morning last three carloads made the long trek to Croagh Patrick in Mayo to climb the famous mountain in aid of Milford Hospice. The sun was shining and spirits were high as stories and laughs were exchanged. A quick stop in Loughrea fixed all our caffeine needs before we continued on to Mayo and as the mountain emerged from the distance there were a few gulps as we realised the task ahead.
Early morning start outside MacDonagh Park
We enthusiastically set off from the carpark on the 4km climb to the chapel 764 meters above sea level and it wasn’t long before the chit chat disappeared as limbs tired and muscles screamed for mercy but there wasn’t one mention of taking a break, let alone turning around. The group began to fragment as others paced ahead and the terrain became more difficult to navigate. At times we were on all fours as we crawled to summit and for good measure the heavens decided to open as the wind howled ferociously while the rain cascaded down making the underfoot conditions treacherous as newly formed streams began to flow around our feet.
Visibility was poor as you can see from this photograph taken at the summit
We consoled ourselves with the knowledge that it would quickly blow over and the scenery from the summit would be worth the effort however Mother Nature had other ideas and visibility diminished to about 30 feet and as the chapel emerged from the grey mist we knew we weren’t going to experience the breath-taking views however all were delighted to have scaled Croagh Patrick.
In the chapel on top of Croagh Patrick
The journey down proved as unforgiving as loose stones, flowing water and wet and windy weather tried their best to break us but with every step carefully considerated we finally descended to the car park below.
What kept us going through each step was the knowledge that so many had kindly donated money to help those in Milford Hospice and we wish to thank all who contributed to this amazing cause. If you would like to donate our Go Fund Me page will remain active for another few days and you can access it here.
Bartley Ryan
You might have noticed that there is one person missing from all the photographs who had cajoled so many of you into parting with your hard-earned cash. Bartley Ryan was supposed to travel, offer moral support to those climbing the mountain and have the tea ready for when we returned to the cars however due to his debilitating condition, Adhesive Mattress Syndrome, he was unable to get out of the bed in time to travel. We all wish Bartley well as he struggles to overcome this chronic illness. A major fundraising drive and Go Fund Me page will be announced in the not too distant future to raise money to help Bartley fight this disease.
Toomevara, Templederry and Kilruane MacDonaghs’ flags fly among the Éire Óg contingent before setting off
Fantasy Premier League Football
These two, from everyone’s favourite football side, will be massive additions to your Fantasy Premier League team
Seán McTiernan has kindly set up our annual Fantasy Football competition and if you would like to join, just for fun, the code is z0m5ew
Dylan Grace captained the New York Native team in Croke Park to the world championship last weekend. He’s born and bred in New York but his father is Joe Grace from Silvermines and his mother is Catherine Griffin from William Street in Nenagh. Dylan is also related to Donnacha and Dáire Quinn.
Sympathies
The club extends its sympathies to the family of Ms. Carol Henry following her recent passing. Ms. Henry’s son Paul has played a huge role in our club over in recent years coaching a number of junior hurling teams as well as having considerable success with our camogie sides winning numerous county titles.
To her sons Jimmy and Paul, daughters Anne and Catherine, her grandchildren, brothers Pascal and Tony, sisters Marion and Geraldine, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, cousins, relatives, neighbours and many friends we offer our sincerest condolences.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam
Club Lotto
This weeks lotto jackpot was not won. Next week’s jackpot is €2,100.
The 5 x €50 lucky dip winners were:
Teresa Ryan, Kilnasalla
Martin Murphy, Drom na Choille
Chris Whelan, Millers Brook
Paschal Nolan, Ciamalta Road
Fiona Harrington, Ballinaclough
If you would like to join the club lotto online you can do so here.
