- County U-21 Hurling Championship Final – De La Salle 3-13 St. Carthages 1-4
An outstanding performance by our U-21 hurlers saw them crowned county champions for the second time when we had a comprehensive victory over St. Carthages in Walsh Park last Sunday. Led by the outstanding Tom Moran in midfield we controlled this game from start to finish with our backs in total control, conceding only 1-1 from play, and our forwards working extremely hard throughout. In fairness to St. Carthages it has to be said that their preparations probably weren’t what they would have liked but on the day our lads were excellent.
Playing against the wind we started with two points from Shane Ryan and the excellent Patrick Flynn. Further points from Shane and Adam Farrell had us ahead 0-4 to 0-2 after ten minutes. A point from a ’65 from Shane Ryan after the goalkeeper had saved brilliantly from Jamie Sage was followed by Jamie Sage goaling with his next chance to give us a six point lead midway through the half. St. Carthages replied with a point and after we missed another goal chance they swept down the field to find the net and the gap was down to two. An exchange of points involving Adam Farrell followed before we finished the half with points from Tom Moran, Robert Daniels and Shane Ryan to lead 1-9 to 1-4 at half time.
Any chance of a St. Carthages comeback ended early in the second half when Jake Dillon (2), Jamie Sage and Shane Ryan all pointed in the first five minutes. This was followed in the sixth minute with Robert Daniels collecting Jack McCarthy’s long delivery before rounding the goalkeeper to shoot to the empty net to make it 2-13 to 1-4. Amazingly as the pitch cut up there was only one further score in the game when Dylan Foley took a pass from Jamie Sage and buried the ball in the bottom corner to seal the win.
There was great delight after the game as county chairman Tom Cunningham presented the cup to team captain Jake Dillon.
Congratulations to Jamie Sage who was named the official man of the match
Well done to the entire panel and team mentors of Bryan Phelan, Thomas Kearney, Peter Hearne, Donal Barron and Martin Doyle with thanks also to Mitchell Casey who was on on first aid duty. Commiserations to Ballyduff Upper.
Scorers: Shane Ryan 0-5 (0-4 frees, 0-1 ’65), Jamie Sage and Robert Daniels 1-1 each, Dylan Foley 1-0, Adam Farrell and Jake Dillon (0-1 free) 0-2 each, Patrick Flynn and Tom Moran 0-1 each.
Panel: Kyle Sinnott, Stephen Dalton, Shane McNulty, David Sutton, Adam O’Sullivan, Eoin Madigan, Jack McCarthy, Tom Moran, Jake Dillon, Patrick Flynn, Adam Farrell, Colm Morris, Jamie Sage, Robert Daniels, Shane Ryan, Dylan Foley, Adam Doyle, Thomas Kenny, Daragh Fitzpatrick, Jamie Roche, John O’Mahony.
- Annual General Meeting
The AGM took place last Friday in Gracedieu and it was no change at the top table as all the officers who had just completed their first year were re-elected unopposed. The intermediate footballers and the minor hurlers were congratulated on bringing county titles to the club this year and the U-21 hurlers on regaining the eastern title and the Liam O’Donnell memorial cup. The hope was expressed that we would add the county title on the Sunday.
At under age we won eastern titles in U-15 and U-14 hurling as well as eastern titles in U-14 and U-13 football. The further development of our facilities at Gracedieu was also discussed with the hurling wall currently under construction.
In his first address as chairman Owen Dunphy spoke about the the trophies won and the continuing need to develop. He referred to the three year development plan currently being prepared and he stressed the need to remain financially viable. He requested everyone to continue to support any fundraisers held as well as the Deise Draw, Lotto, the Gracedieu scheme and to pay their membership to ensure we can pay our way.
He paid tribute to Derek McGrath who had stepped down as senior hurling manager on his appointment as county manager and he wished him well in his new position. He also congratulaterd the Waterford minor hurlers on their All Ireland success and in particular our three players involved Adam Farrell, Shane Ryan and Jack McCarthy. He thanked our club players and mentors for their efforts this year. He thanked his fellow officers for their work and assistance during the year and wished everyone well for 2014.
The following officers were elected, President Br. Killian, Chairman: Owen Dunphy, Vice-Chairman Alan Duke, Secretary: Olivia Russell, Treasurer: Tom O’Leary, P.R.O: John Sheehan, Insurance Officer: James ‘Danno’ O’Shea, Field Committee: Billy O’Neill, Players Representative: Thomas Kearney, County Board Delegate: Seamus Quirke, East Board Delegate Billy O‘Neill, Juvenile Chairman: Paudie Brosnan, Childrens Welfare Officer: Brendan Lawton. Some positions such as the Games Administration Committee chairman, social committee chairman and the Irish Officer remain to be filled on the incoming executive committee.
Also the following team managers were appointed for next year: Senior Hurling: Allen Dillon, Intermediate Hurling: Tom O’Leary, Junior Hurling: Philip Burke, U-21 Hurling: Bryan Phelan, Minor Hurling: Owen Dunphy.
Senior Football: Seamus Quirke, Junior Football: John Sheehan, U-21 football: Eddie Cooney, Minor Football: Ricky Grogan.
- Condolences
We extend our sympathy to the McNulty family on the death of Shane’s grandmother Philomena McNulty in Strabane, County Tyrone on Sunday morning. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sí.
Great credit is due to Shane who lined out in the U-21 final a few hours later and played a vital role in curbing one of our opponents star players.
- Lotto
There was no winner of the new Lotto jackpot last Monday and it now stands at €1,250. The final draw before Christmas will take place on this Thursday 19th December. Numbers drawn were 6, 10, 15, 21. There were eight winners of €25 each
Winners: Bill Power c/o Seller Gerry McNulty, Claire Hartery c/o Seller Tom Hartery, Olive O’ Halloran c/o Seller Christy O’ Halloran, Jemma Coad c/o Seller Willie Stephens, Cian Power c/o Seller Alan Fitzgerald, Brendan c/o seller Peter Hearne, Alice O’Shea c/o Seller James ‘Danno’ O’Shea, Greg Byrne c/o Seller Colm White.
- Photographs
If any one has photographs of old De La Salle teams, players or matches we would appreciate if they were loaned to the club for posting on the website. Please contact P.R.O. John Sheehan or any club officer if you can help.