C.L.G. Áth an tSléibhe
by Damien Ahern
U20s Shannon Gaels Athea
Shannon Gaels/ Athea 1 -07 Adare 0-05
We had a hard fought win in difficult underfoot conditions in Askeaton last Saturday in the county u20 football semifinal. We dominated the first half but only led 4 points to 2, have missed a few scoring opportunities. Adare were on top for the first fifteen minutes of the second half, but our defence were excellent, and every player worked very hard. Adare only managed 1 point in this period. Tomás ahern pulled off a couple of great saves as well. We weathered their purple patch and then played our best football, keeping possession until the gaps appeared and scored 1-02 to put us up 1-07 to 0-04. Adare pressed forward again with 5 mins of added time to be played but we defended well only conceding 1 more point for a deserving win. The football may not have been great but the work rate was and this time of year that’s what you need.
Team. Tomás Ahern, James Hunt, Calum Buckley, Maurice Fitzgerald, Connor Fitzgerald, Cormac Thompson, Aiden Healy, Evan Curry, Tadhg Ahern, Billy Hogan, Sean Mckenry, James Broderick, Rory Cleary, Donnach Daly, Daire O Shea, subs Jamie Collins, Charlie McDonnagh, AJ Behan, Michael Walsh, Donnacha Barrett, Fergal Leahy. Sean Twomey, Jack Sexton.
We now play Cappagh/Rathkeale in the final on Saturday Dec 21st at 1pm. Possibly in Askeaton, but with the rain forecast this could change. Best of luck to the team and management who have put in a big effort and are deserving of as much support as possible.
Munster Football Champions
Congratulations to Colaiste Ide agus Iosef U17 Munster Football Champions beating St. Declans Kilmacthomas, in the Final 2:07 to 0:06. Well done to the 6 Athea boys involved – Jamie Quinn, Daniel Hunt, Rory Mahony, Tomás Ahern, Eric Barrett and Jamie Flynn.
Split the Bucket
Congratulations to Jerry Griffin who was this week’s winner of Split the Bucket, winning €193.25. Next Draw will be 28th December at the Bord na nOg Table Quiz. Envelopes can be purchased at Dick Whites, Collins Shop, O’ Riordan’s Pharmacy, Athea Credit Union, Brown Joes, Batts,Bingo at Con Colbert Hall on Friday nights, Chinese Takeaway, Gables Grill and during events at Pairc na nGael. Thanks to everyone for your continued support.
Athea GAA Club Development Draw
The final Athea GAA Club Draw took place on Saturday last at the Club House. Congratulations to the following winners –
1st Prize €500 – Tom Flaherty
2nd Prize €300 – Christina Mc Kenna
3rd Prize €200 – Richeal & Paddy Michael Griffin
4th Prize €100 – Máire Ahern
5th Prize €100 – Liz O’Sullivan
6th Prize €100 – Eoin Ahern
7th Prize €100 – Helen Smith
8th Prize €100 – Denis & Mary Mullane
9th Prize €100 – Joe Vaughan (Jr)
Free Club Draw Ticket 2025 – Connie Noonan
Many thanks to all who supported our Club Draw for 2024, and all those who sold tickets.
Bord na NÓg Christmas Quiz
The annual Christmas Quiz will take place on December 28th at Con Colbert Hall. All welcome.
Athea GAA AGM
The Athea GAA AGM will take place on Sunday January 19th at Con Colbert Hall.
