Well done to our Intermediate hurlers on a great win in the Intermediate Hurling League Shield Final in Nowlan Park on Sunday 23rd Sept. They defeated Lisdowney 2-16 to 1-13. Pictured team captain Darragh Egan receiving the Shield from P J Kenny Vice Chairman Kilkenny Co Board.
Match Report below
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On Saturday 22nd September Graigue Ballycallan Under 13’s played the Roinn A Championship Semi Final in Dunnamaggin against a physically strong Tullogher Roberson. The lads settled into the game quickly and led at half time by 11 points to 2 points. Read more
Report by Philomenas Brennan
The final round of the Michael Lyng Motors Intermediate Hurling League took place in Urlingford on Saturday last 16th September. With six points in the pot from the previous four rounds GBC was seeking to finish the League with a win which would guarantee them a place in the Shield Final but more importantly a spot in a quarter final.
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The Final of the JJ Kavanagh Junior “B” Hurling Championship Final took place in Nowlan Park on last Sunday 9th September. It was a repeat of the Junior League Final pairings and as GBC and O’Loughlin Gaels took to the field, a close contest was anticipated by the large attendance. These expectations were vindicated in the opening quarter as both teams struggled to find scores. Slowly GBC got the better of the exchanges and build up a seven point lead coming close to the half time break. Read more
Today, 10th September, is World Suicide Prevention Day. Following our recent collaboration with The Samaritans, we are anxious to highlight the help that is available out there if you are struggling or if you know somebody who is, nobody should suffer alone. Please contact the Samaritans for help at:
> Freephone 116 123
> Text 087 260 90 90 (standard message rates apply)
The main theme of this year’s World Suicide Prevention Day is ‘Working together to Prevent Suicide‘ Please follow the link here for more information -> http://www.yourmentalhealth.ie/get-involved/community-action/world-suicide-prevention-day/
Report by Philomena Brennan
After last week’s defeat it was a quick turnaround to the next round which took place in Ballyhale on Sunday 2nd September. GBC‘s opponents were Tullogher –Rosbercon who were positioned just above them in the league table. GBC played very well for the majority of the game but it still took a late point to give them a four point cushion going into the closing stages. While the opening exchanges were close GBC seemed to be performing better in all areas of the field and were worthy first half leaders on a score of GBC 1-12 Tullogher Rosbercon 0-8.
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Graigue Ballycallan U10’s participated in the Ballyhale U10 Aylward Cup Tournament on Sat 1st September.
In the first match they were up against Dunnamaggin and had a great win 5-2 to 0-0. Next up was Davidstown of Wexford and the boys had another great win, 5-5 to 1-00. They were now through to the quarter final and were up against Rower Inistioge. The boys dug deep and came out worthy winners 2-6 to 2-2. In the semi final their opponents were hosts Ballyhale Shamrocks who proved too strong for our boys on a scoreline of 2-2 to 0-3. What a fantastic bunch of boys who gave it everything on the day, they should be so proud of themselves. Well done all!
Panel: Sean O’Dea, Oran Hoyne, Keelann Lynch, Reggie Carthy, Martin Brennan, Aidan Ging, Sean East, David Walton, Andrew Tector, Joshua Malone, Dara Barut, Michael Tynan, Ben McEvoy, Cormac Neary, Shane Hogan, Cian Ronan, Sean O’Halloran
The sun shone on Tom Ryall Park, Kilmanagh on Saturday last as the crowds flocked to the annual Family Fun Day. With proceedings starting at 12 noon, locals and visitors alike were treated to an event packed afternoon. The Ballycallan Fife and Drum Band led the teams of hurlers and camogie players around the manicured pitch and for the next two hours the aspiring stars played their hearts out in front of their proud parents and grandparents! Each team member was duly rewarded with a treat bag for their efforts.
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Graigue-Ballycallan Gaa & St. Brigid’s Camogie Club Family Fun Day 2018.
Graigue-Ballycallan GAA Club and St. Brigid’s Camogie Club are holding their Annual Family Fun Day and Firewood Auction on Saturday 1st Sept in Tom Ryall Park, Kilmanagh. This is one of the Club’s main fundraisers and all proceeds go towards our running costs.
This year we will have all the usual attractions, under-age hurling and camogie blitz, sports events, cross-bar challenge and of course the ever popular “Where will Winnie Pooh”. The big raffle for a Tractor Trailer load of Sticks will take place and with thoughts of the past winter still fresh in memories, this is sure to be a big attraction. The culinary aspect will be well catered for by the Barbeque and all manner of home-made delicious confectionery will be on offer in the kitchen. Read more
Well done to our clubman Tom Brennan who was part of the Kilkenny U15 team that won the John Doyle U15 Tipperary Plate Tournament on Saturday 26/08/2018. Kilkenny beat Limerick in the final on a scoreline of 2-11 to 1-9. Well done Tom!
Report by Philomena Brennan
With both sides unbeaten to date in the League, this match last Saturday in Palmerstown, would see one team top the group. In front of a large attendance, both sides looked evenly matched in the opening stages but when their opponents hit the GBC defence for two goals in quick succession, GBC were left chasing the game to the finish. Read more
Report by Philomena Brennan
After winning the League Title earlier this month, GBC went straight through to the Championship Semi-Final were their opponents were Mullinavat. In an entertaining match in John Locke Park, Callan last Tuesday evening GBC were slow to get off the mark and it was their southern counterparts who looked the livelier of the two. Read more
