Category: Sport

Sporting Activities in and around Millstreet

Alan O’Connor Trophy Presentations

Mary O’Connor presenting the Alan O’Connor Trophy to her son Colm who was the worthy winner of his brother’s Memorial Cup. Included are Colm’s wife Colette, his daughter Ciara and his twin sons Cian and Tom.
 Mary O’Connor presenting  the Junior Section of the Alan O’Connor Trophy to winner,  Alan McAuliffe with Darren O’Sullivan who was runner up in Juvenile Section.
Club Notes:
  • The Christmas Hampers Competition continues on Friday nights at 6pm  and Saturday afternoons at 2pm for both men, women, and juvenile boys and girls. A minimum of five cards must be played with the three best to count.
  • The Tuesday evening 3 ball scrambles are now discontinued due to the shortening evenings.

U12 North Cork Hurling Champions

Congratulations to Millstreet Juvenile GAA who won the U12 North Cork Hurling Championship this evening. Bualadh bos mór to players, management, supporters, and all that helped the team. It was great to hear the car horns hooting in the Drishane Road on their return to town.
Thanks to Aidan McCaul’s for the photos  [read more …] “U12 North Cork Hurling Champions”

Pitch & Putt this Week

This weekend sees the start of the Christmas Pitch and Putt competitions.
A minimum of 5 cards must be played by each competitor between now and the end of October with the best 3 of the 5 (more if one wishes to play more) to count for the Christmas fare. The men’s and juvenile boys hampers will be up for grabs begining this coming Friday evening 15th September at 6pm or Saturday 16th at 2pm and every Friday or Saturday evening until the end of October

The ladies and juvenile girls Christmas competitions will commence on Tuesday evening 19th at 6pm with a similar format to the men’s and juvenile boys.
The 3 ball scramble will continue as usual on Tuesday evenings at 6pm.

The Alan O’Connor Trophy presentation will take place on Tuesday evening next 19th September​ after the 3 ball scramble.

 

Ladies Soccer

We are looking for more ladies for indoor soccer. Come and join in with the giggles and laughter and great exercise.
It will be on Tuesday nights 8-9 in Banteer Astro turf.
For any further information please contact Hilary Lyons 0879341258
⚽️ Everyone welcome ⚽️

Results of the Alan O’Connor Memorial

These are the results of the Alan O’Connor Memorial:

Adult Section: 1st Colm O’Connor, 2nd Chris Twomey
Junior Section: 1st Colin Murphy, 2nd Darren O’Sullivan
Juvenile Section: 1st Alan McAuliffe, 2nd Sean Flynn

Presentation of prizes and light refreshments will take place after the usual 3 ball scramble next Tuesday evening. The 3 ball scramble will start at the earlier time of 6.30pm.

At the Eileen Collins Memorial Trophy

The large crowd of enthusiastic players last evening (Sept 5th) at Millstreet Pitch & Putt course to celebrate the memory of Eileen Collins who was for many years treasurer of the club. Noel Collins presenting the juvenile section of the Eileen Collins Memorial Trophy to winner Evelyn McCarthy, with Caitriona Lehane in 2nd place, and Maeve Flynn 3rd. Noel Collins presenting The Eileen Collins Memorial Trophy to Deirdre Looney, winner with Sonya O’Riordan in 2nd place.

[read more …] “At the Eileen Collins Memorial Trophy”

Millstreet GAA Predictor 2017 – Latest Scores

Thanks to Millstreet GAA for sending us the latest standings for the Millstreet GAA Predictor 2017. With six events to go, it’s still all to play for!!! This is the top ten.

1. Tim Murphy – 54 pts
2. Brian Cremin – 49 pts
3. Jerry McCarthy – 45 pts
4. Mary Ellis – 45 pts
5. Donagh Murphy – 43 pts
6. Mark Ellis – 41 pts
7. Padraig Sweeney – 40 pts
8. Siobhan Kelleher – 40 pts
9. Martin Corcoran – 38 pts
10. Niall Buckley – 38 pts

The further 128 entries are below. For the full detailed table with scores for all the individual events, just click here to see/download it. [read more …] “Millstreet GAA Predictor 2017 – Latest Scores”

Couch to 5K Training Programmes 

Eight sessions with a qualified instructor, nutrition workshop and entry into the Rebel Run

The closest one starts in Banteer Community Centre Thursday 7th of September 8PM. 

To book your place, to see all locations, or too see further details, go to: CorkSports.ie

— in association with IRD Duhallow CLG | Avondhu Blackwater Partnership CLG |West Cork Development Partnership |Duhallow Athletic Club

Kilcorney Salutes Sportsman Supreme Conor O’Callaghan in Advance of Sunday’s All-Ireland

Conor O ‘ Callaghan surrounded by friends and supporters along with pupils and teachers from Kilcorney National School who gathered to give him a big send off as he heads for Croke Park on Sunday to play for Cork in the All Ireland Minor hurling final. Conor has already won two Munster medals as well as an All Ireland under 17 hurling medal. Picture taken at the newly installed exercise machines in Kilcorney with the Social Centre in the background.   We thank Donie Howard for the splendid picture and caption.   We wish Conor (who is pictured here in centre under the Cork flags) every success on Sunday.  Click on the image to enlarge.  (S.R.)

Ladies Competition Winners

Chris Twomey presenting Theresa Kelleher winner of tonight’s (Tuesday 29th August) Ladies Competition, with Ciara Murphy winner of the juvenile section, and Maeve Flynn in 2nd place.

Upcoming fixtures.
* The Alan O’Connor Memorial Trophy for men and juvenile boys will be played next Friday 1st September at 7pm or Saturday 2nd at 2pm.
* The Eileen Collins Memorial Trophy for ladies and juvenile girls will be played on Tuesday 5th September at 6pm.

Darragh and Brandon in Cork U15 Action

Well done Darragh Cashman, who was #11 for Cork U15A hurlers over the weekend as they won their intercounty tournament in Brinny, beating Limerick, Tipperary, and Galway to take the trophy. Darragh is on both the football and hurling U15 development squads! … And also to his Keale Gaels teammate Brandon Murphy (Dromtarriffe) who was playing with the Cork U15B team in Clare, who beat Kerry, Limerick, and Galway, on their way to also winning their tournament. [read more …] “Darragh and Brandon in Cork U15 Action”

Coomlogane Trophy Results

The results of The Coomlogane Trophy at Millstreet Pitch & Putt Club played over last weekend are as follows:

Adult Section: 1st Darren O’Sullivan
Juvenile Section: 1st Sean Murphy, 2nd Oran Kiely

  • The 3 ball scramble will continue on Tuesday evening as normal at 7pm.
  • Ladies competition at 6pm on Tuesday.
  • The Alan O’Connor Memorial will be played over next weekend 2nd/3rd September, – on Friday evening at 7pm or Saturday at 2pm.

Millstreet Vintage and Family Fun Day Tommorrow Sunday Aug 27

The time is nearly there for what promises to be a great Vintage Show and Family Fun Day on Tommorrow Sunday Aug 27 in Millstreet Town Park, please spread the word to Family and Friends,it is for a very good cause in Cancer Connect,and for anyone with a Vintage or Classic Vehicle you are most Welcome to the Show,for People that might be travelling a distance from outside the area the Town Park is very Centrally Located in Millstreet and will be Signposted from all the Leading Roads into the Town,we look Forward to meeting Everybody on the Day.

Pitch & Putt Presentations

Prizewinners from tonight’s competition

 

Chris Twomey presenting the Clubhouse Trophy to winner Deirdre Looney with Sonya O’Riordan in 2nd place Shane Browne presenting the juvenile section of the Clubhouse Trophy to joint winners Maeve Flynn and Ciara Murphy
Chris Twomey presenting Cian O’Connor with the Murray O’Callaghan Trophy with Shane Brown in 2nd place

Shane Brown presenting the juvenile section of the Murray O’Callaghan Trophy to winner Dylan Downey with Danny O’Riordan in 2nd place

Upcoming Events: Coomlogane Trophy ( men and juvenile boys) can be played on either Friday evening 25th August 7pm or Saturday 26th at 1pm.
As the park will be closed on Saturday, entry will be from Station Road.
Ladies competition on Tuesday 29th August at 6pm.

Pitch & Putt Results

Results of this weekend’s competitions:
Mens Singles: 1st Cian O’Connor (Colm); 2nd Shane Browne
Juvenile Section: 1st Dylan Downey; 2nd Danny O’Riordan.

  • Presentation of prizes will take place after usual 7pm scramble on Tuesday evening 22nd August.
  • Ladies competition at 6pm on Tuesday evening.
  • The Alan O’Connor Trophy for men and juvenile boys will be played on Friday evening 25th August @7pm and Saturday 26th @ 1pm

Millstreet Vintage Club Vintage and Family Fun Day in Aid of the Cancer Connect Service Sunday August 27th

Just 1 week to go now.

Millstreet Vintage Club are holding a Vintage and Family Fun Day on Sunday August 27th in the Town Park in Millstreet,the Event is in Aid of the Cancer Connect Service which is a Free and Flexible Transport Service to Cork Hospitals for Cancer Treatment,this Project is supported by Local Link Cork and the Services are free, flexible and confidential.Great Day planned with all types of Vintage/Classic Cars, Tractors,Bikes,Trucks etc Welcome, plenty fun for the Kids with Bouncing Castle, Face Painting etc, BBQ, Live Music,Trade Stands, Tractor Build, and much more,your Support would be greatly appreciated for this great Cause. Event Kicks off from One O`Clock.

For more details contact Mike on 087 2929430 Donie on 086 8545873 or Bernard on 087 7924406.

Please Note Millstreet Town Park is closed on Saturday Aug 26 and Sunday Aug 27 to facilitate the Running of this Event.

Pitch and Putt Presentations

Presentation of the Aidan Burke Memorial Trophy by Bina, Liam and Gillian Burke to team captain Liam O’ Mahony.

Chris Twomey presents the Discount Stores Trophy to Winner Deirdre Looney, with Deirdre Tracey in 2nd place. The juvenile section was won by Maeve Flynn with Lauren Corcoran as runner up.

Next Competitions:
Men and juvenile boys on Friday next 18th August @7pm, or can also be played on Saturday@2pm
Ladies and juvenile girls on Tuesday 22nd @6pm.