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Two wins and a loss(&%$*&) in football
AFL3 Syls 0-08 Whitehall Colmcilles 0-04 Impressive win for Joe Boynes team, will post a report if I can get one. AFL6 we lost by a single point to James Gaels over at the Iveagh Grounds but the general consensus was that the game was drawn 0-08 to 1-05 but the ref made a mistake . . pity. AFL9 Syls 1-11 Na Gael Og 2-07 A last minute goal by Derek Roche gave us a one point win after we had trailed for most of the second half. "Ná bí ag caint mar sin" . . says Lenny to na gaeilgeoirí
Kiddies Parties at St Sylvesters
We do a basic package for €50 which is essentially room hire for the back bar area at a designated time & date. The room is semi-private, with the party sharing the toilets with our club members. We set up the room with seating & open floor space to spec & also put up the Star Cloth across the back wall to help create an atmosphere.
HOLD YOUR HORSES !
Cheltenham Festival is on the way & you could be going ! Syls is holding a Cheltenham night with Gary O'Brien (Malahide Man !) on Friday March 1st in our clubhouse ..Gary is At the Races commentator and Ireland's TOP national hunt racing tipster !
The death has occurred of Julia (Shelia) O'Sullivan (Denis' mother)
We send our condolences to Denis (one of our long time and hard working committee members) on the passing of his mother Shelia. Burial after 11.00am mass at Rathangan, Co Kildare - details below from RIP.IE
Three from three U13 football
U13 Footballers going well in their grading league as they made it 3 wins from 3. The lads racked up a score of 10 g and 15 pts for a comprehensive win over Templeogue Synge Street. John Cox was keeping busy with the stats on the line as there had been complaints about my performance with the clipboard the previous week
St Sylvesters GAA Club notes 17th February
The seniors continued on from their Vincent De Paul cup final victory over All Ireland finalists Ballymun with another cup victory over St Maurs. They play Oliver Plunketts away next Sunday at 11.00 am in the league. The intermediate football team play Whitehall at home in their opening league match at the same time.
Well done 'Mun'
Congrats again to our neighbours Ballymun Kickams on a great win over Killarney's Dr Crokes to reach the All Ireland club final against St Brigids (congrats to you also beating mighty Crossmaglen Rangers). Good luck to you both in the final . . .(say's I, jealously)
Well done 'Mun'
Congrats again to our neighbours Ballymun Kickams on a great win over Killarney's Dr Crokes to reach the All Ireland club final against St Brigids (congrats to you also beating mighty Crossmaglen Rangers). Good luck to you both in the final . . .(say's I, jealously)
DUB HUB HALL OF FAME – DES FOLEY
By Cian Murphy on HILL16.IE - A nice honour for the Foley family of Malahide. It is fitting that on the weekend that the GAA keeps the inter provincial series alive, that the Dub Hub salutes Dublin GAA’s greatest ever dual star – Des Foley. Des was at the height of his fame in the '50s and '60s in an age before TV and the internet. But his exploits and the mark he left on those lucky enough to have seen him in action have stood the test of time.
Joe Cashin RIP (Rachel McHale's dad)
Her friends at St Sylvesters would like to express our condolences to Rachel McHale and her family on the passing of her dad, Joe Cashin, a former Laois hurler. Reposing at his home from 5pm on Tuesday evening, Feb. 12th. Funeral Mass on Wednesday morning, Feb. 13th, at 11.30am in the Church of Our Lady of Victories, Ballymun Road, followed by interment in Dardistown Cemetery, old Swords Road.
Minor footballers start with a win
MFL1 St Sylvesters 0-09 Kilmacud Crokes 1-05 Great scene in Broomfield this morning saw our new Minors take on Crokes in the league just three weeks after losing the championship final to the same opposition. The pitch looked and played well after al the rain and congratulations to Mick and his team. With nine second year minors and six more who featured in the championship run we had a fairly experienced team on the field.
Juvenile AGM
Good crowd present for a lively Juvenile AGM on Wednesday. Chairman Ernie Brenner and Secretary Pat Hoyne presented an excellent summary and report on a very busy and successful 2012 both on and off the field of play - highlights probably being the Feile Football and Hurling competitions, very strong showings in the younger ages in football and hurling and wins U16 and U14.
Seniors off to a winning start out
In Kiltipper Rd tonight with a well deserved 3 points win over St Maurs, a very hardworking performance. Playing with the wind in 1st half we were 7 - 2 up at HT. We still led by 5 with a few minutes to go but a late St Maurs goal made it a nervy end, before Nigel struck a beaut to leave final score 11 to 1.5.
Whitehall keeper keeps Syls at bay
U13 grading St Sylvesters u13b 1-6 Whitehall Colmcille u13b 7-7 It would be a bit unusual to start it off about the opposition . . . so i will. Whitehalls keeper had "one of those games" that dreams are made of, and if Dubs heroes John o'Leary or Stephen Cluxton were watching they would know that Dublin will be in safe hands in the future, as he was saving shot after shot pulling the ball out of the air heading into the top corner nothing was stopping this young man, as he made 10/12 unbelievable goal scoring saves and he made a difference in the final score.
St Sylvester’s GAA club notes 10th February
Sinead Aherne scored 4 points for Dublin in Chanel College on Sunday but Donegal took the victory. Former Dublin manager Peter Clarke now managing Mayo was an interested spectator. Niamh McEvoy was not available because of an injury.
Ray Boyne named Head of Performance Analysis to Dublin senior footballers
Congratulations to St Sylvesters member Ray who heads into his 9th year with the Dublin Senior footballers. See attached article on hill16.ie
Stan Murray-Hession leads Fullen Gaels to Croker
Stan, a past pupil of the hurling school of Mick Lynch, Danny O’Connor, Jim Wardick and, of course, Noel Murray-Hession is leading his team, Fullen Gaels Manchester, to Croke Park this weekend in the All Ireland Junior Club Final. Syls get a mention in the article below . . . It is a very proud day for the Murray-Hessions and our only slight regret is that Hillary is going there to support him and not face him had Syls Hurlers progressed that far . . . what a day, occasion that would have been!
Minors brave effort unrewarded in Championship Final
MFC A Kilmacud Crokes 0-10 St Sylvesters 0-08 We finished looking for the goal to tie but punched over for a point as the ref blew full time. We never gave up but, in truth, we were very late shaking off the nerves and playing with the power that might bring the coveted title. Crokes were quick out of the blocks and, but for some excellent defense they might have been out of sight rather than two apiece after the first quarter.
U13Bs tough start at Ballyboughal
U13B Grading St Peters Bboughal 8-6 v St Sylvesters 2-0 While Syls suffered defeat in this game the scoreline didn’t really represent what happened on the pitch. Bboughal started with all guns blazing and took an early 1-4 lead. It was a close first half with both teams finding the conditions on the field difficult to say the least.
U13s kick off their season in style
Impressive win for U13 A Team as Grading league kicks off – Naomh Olafs 2g 4p Syls 3g 17p The U 13 A team had a comprehensive win over Nh Olafs in their first grading match of the season. The lads racked up an impressive scoreline of 3 g 17p
Syls celebrate 2012 in style
Another great night out at The Grand from Eddie, Francine, Aileen, John, Ger and many more. Gareth O'Connor compeered while Darragh O'Sé regaled us with his Gaeltacht, Kerry and Paudi stories (it was like listening to a poet, his West Kerry lilt, what a lovely self effacing guy). John 'Skinner' Ryan took the Hall of Fame award - why did they call you 'skinner' - "sure, there wasn't a pick on me" while John 'Daly' Comey, a self proclaimed "Man they couldn't hang, his neck was too hard", took the Clubman of the Year award, both to standing ovations.
St Sylvester’s GAA club notes 3rd February
Minor A championship final St Sylvester’s 0-8 Kilmacud Crokes 0-10 It was almost the perfect comeback but time ran out. When we did cut loose we fizzed and played some fine football. The great effort and determination that went into this campaign meant that the loss was keenly felt. The journey is the reward and the journey goes on with the future of the club safe in the hands of these great players. It was a proud day for the club
Chairman Eddie Sullivans address at Awards Night
Ladies and gentlemen, distinguished guests it is a great honour for me to welcome you all here this evening to what I expect will be a very enjoyable and convivial evening. There has been yet again a tremendous response to this year’s event and I would like to thank you all for your support.
Cool McArdle seals VdeP Cup for Syls
St Vincent de Paul Cup Final 2012 Ballymun Kickams 0-14 St Sylvesters 1-12 A much disputed penalty coolly slotted home by Gavin McArdle gave us a one point win and our first trophy of the season. Kickams led for most of the game but never managed to shake off a suprisingly fit and competitive Syls, missing an also disputed (so, what penalty isn't disputed now that I think of it) penalty at about 50 minutes that might have sealed it for them.
Practical Coaching Workshops & Coach Ed Courses in Feb '13
Concept Games & Problem Solving in Football - Games To Develop Forward Play in Hurling - Building Physical Skills: Strength & Resistance Training - Foundation Award in Football & Hurling (limited Place avail) - Award 1 Child Course – Football Only (limited place avail) - Award 1 Child course – Football & Hurling - Child or Award 1 Youth & Adult
St Sylvester’s GAA club notes
Our minor football team will play Kilmacud Crokes next Sunday in the A championship final with the venue and time to be confirmed. The team deserve all the support we can give them. Don’t miss this one.
Darren Clarke - nice guy, great player
After five years helping to make Syls one of the top teams in Dublin Darren has built his house in his native Ardee and transferred back to the Wee County. It has been a pleasure to watch him play football and we wish the very best for Darren, his family and for his football career in Louth.
Kevin Heffernan RIP - Up the Dubs
Dear Secretary, It is with deep sadness that I advise you of the death of Kevin Heffernan RIP this afternoon. I have circulated the following statement to the media on behalf of the !Board. John Costello
New hurling coach - Eamonn Clancy
Good news on the hurling front is that Eamonn Clancy has come on board as coach for to help us in our first foray into senior championship. Originally from St Vincents, Eamonn represented Dublin at all levels (I remember him at full back in the '83 minor final) and was also a selector on the minor team in the All Ireland final in 2012. We will continue the successful approach by Tommy Naughton last year encouraging all the hurlers from minor up to come together, at least for some of our sessions. Best of luck to Eamonn and well done to Lenny, Pat, Declan for working hard over the last few months to bring this about.
Crokes qualify to meet Syls in Minor C'ship Final
There was a good Syls crew down at Bray Emmet's fabulous facility to see Crokes overcome Na Fianna by a single point in the other semi-final. Although they led from start to finish, mostly by three or more points, Crokes never put the game away and a late Na Fianna goal had us expecting (and probably fearing due to the bitter cold) a draw and extra time. Crokes excellent defense, however, had other ideas, and along with a more economical forward division probably deserved the win. We will have out work cut out but no doubt we will be well up for it, John, Panner, Paul and Super certainly have the lads preparing hard. LETS GET THE WORD OUT AND HAVE A HUGE SYLS SUPPORT AT THE FINAL
Scoil Iosa Senior Ladies Team win Dublin
Very good times for Syls GAA Club this past year. Part of the the great success is reflected in the the performance of the teams from Scoil Iosa in Gaelic Football, Hurling & Ladies Gaelic Football. Last year 2011/2012 the Scoil Iosa Ladies Senior Team put in a very good performance in Dublin before losing heavily to a strong team from Manor House in Raheny.
St Sylvester’s GAA club notes January 20th
The juvenile section ran a very successful fundraiser for CASA on Friday evening. All funds raised went to the local breakout centre in Ard Na Mara and were gratefully received by Mary O’Donoghue. There was a great attendance and Stephen McDonagh was as usual an excellent quizmaster. Well done to everyone concerned.
Brendan McKernan visited Syls
All Ireland winner and Down corner back Brendan McKernan stopped by for a chat on Friday evening. Did we ever come to terms with Down winning the year Meath beat us in the famous four game series . . that was a funny one for sure . . I don't think we ever gave them credit even though they started an Ulster revolution in GAA. They also beat our beloved Dubs in '94 just to prove it was no fluke . . .ask Giddy about it. (Maybe not . . )
Fingal in Keogh Cup action
Andrew Richardson and Alan Morris were in action with Fingal in the Keogh Cup against a DCU side that included a few Galway seniors. Fingal were very competitive throughout, finished up 3-15 0-14 for DCU .
Club notes 15th Jan
The St. Sylvester’s Annual Awards Night, sponsored by Bank of Ireland will take place in the Grand Hotel, Malahide; on Saturday February 2nd-2013 at 7pm sharp. Join us in celebrating the many successes of the club in 2012. See the nominees soon on the website and the club notice board. Tickets are €50. To book tickets or tables contact Francine by email on fshelly@openbook.ie or phone at 0876772299 or contact Aileen O'Flynn at goflynn@eircom.net.
Team management news
Management for minorA football and junior 2 are not yet finalised for 2013 and Ciaran Goan is looking for candidates. I hear Gabby is going to give the senior football another year, Paul Clarke is staying on as trainer and Niall 'Giddy' Guiden is joining the team along with Ciaran Sweeney and Tom Kirrane. Joe Boyne has come on board to manage the Inter footballers with Ciaran Meehan, Cathal O'Donnell and Conor Dunne also on the team - thanks to Brendan and Declan for a few great years. I haven't heard about a hurling trainer to replace Tommy Naughton (there's definitely only one Tommy Naughton and he could never be replaced . . . ) but Leonard, Pat, Jim and Danny are all staying on. Declan and Shane will continue to work with the junior1 team in AFL6 and Tricky and Mick Murray. Shay and Padraig Quinn take the minor Bs while Fergus Byrne, Bernard Boran, Mel and Ronan will take the minor hurlers. Best of luck to all and thanks for making the effort.
More O'Byrne Cup action for Syls lads
Gary and Michæel featured in the DCU Dublin game in Parnell this evening while Ross and Shane with DIT were giving Kildare a good run. Mark Brennan and Darren are starring for Louth.
Minor Championship schedule
The Minor Football Final is fixed for Sunday Feb 3rd - place and time to be advised. The football semi between Crokes and Na Fianna is fixed for Jan 20th and the Hurling Final (between the same teams??) is on Jan 27th.
Syls players in action
Gary continued his rehabilitation with a point for Dublin against Carlow. Eoin Fanning came on as a second half sub (having replaced Ross on the subs bench). Ross and Shane O'Connor both played for DIT in their win over Wexford. Dubs play DCU in Parnell Park 7.30pm Wednesday, think I'll go along to see how they are doing.
U12s blow away the Christmas Cobwebs
The U12 footballers and hurlers took advantage of the mild weather on Saturday and blew away the cobwebs building in the lungs since we finished at the beginning of December with a run through the Portmarnock sand dunes. Many of the lads had obviously not been sitting around for the month as they were fit and fast. We finished up the session with a game of football on the beach. Everyone enjoyed the bit of fun and a different type of training and weather permitting we hope to continue for the next couple of weeks.
Awards night celebrates a great year for Syls
And, as our chairman and leader Eddie Sullivan reminded us, we're not done yet!!! No pressure Gabriel and Derek, but . . AFL3, U21, Senior League . . yes please. There were so many successes to celebrate . . Brian Colgan, Clubman of the Year, Sinead's All Star, Darren Clarke Footballer of the Year, Ian McCafferty Hurler of the Year, Michael Howard's tribute to Hall of Famer Billy Reyburn, 39 players nominated over 13 categories, GAA President Christy Cooney's words of congratulations and encouragement, Marty Morrissey's smooth compeering, the overall organisation (Susan, Joan, Bonnie, Gabriel, Francine, Anthony, Leonard, Louise, I'm sure there are many more), and of course, Cathal O'Donnell who chairs the adult games . . . Gabriel sent our best wishes to Inter full back and former club captain, Nicky Cleere . . . and John Keenan pulled it all together with this really cool presentation . . . Hats Off . . .Kudos . . . Syls Abú
Awards Event 2012 - address from Eddie Sullivan
Club Chairman Eddie Sullivan supplied his address for those who were not present.
Great awards night - I think Nicky scored a new career in radio
Put simply, it was a smashing event, full house, flawless organisation, great craic and we managed to celebrate and honour many of our achievements in 2010. Micháel Gaffney who almost single handedly saved our bacon, Sinead's All Star and All Ireland success, Gary's All Ireland (and Niamh McEvoy's of course), Airy Cleere's marvelous summary of our football journey, Brian Danaher having the craic with Marty Morrissey and the highlight for all was Nicky Cleere walking to the stage to take the Personality of the Year Award. He didn't stop there, he kept us amused with his comments on the past year, the support he has received from all sports, his brothers and family and his challenge to the footballers he lead so well for so long - Win the Championship. Marty asked Nicky to join him on the Saturday Show on RTE - we'll let you know.
Syls celebrate 2011 in style
Well Sylvesters, You dun it again. Another great night out, some very well deserved awards and recognition for our players, words of encouragement from the great Pillar Caffrey and Dublin Chairman Andy Kettle, and the usual top class organisation from Eddie Sullivans committee and the Grand Hotel. Aonghus McAnally compered and amused us and thanks to John Keenan for the pictures and the flawless presentation.
St Sylvester’s GAA club notes 6th Jan 2013
The St. Sylvester’s Annual Awards Night, sponsored by Bank of Ireland will take place in the Grand Hotel, Malahide, on Saturday February 2nd-2013 at 7pm sharp Join us in celebrating the many successes of the club in 2012. See the nominees soon on the website and the club notice board. Tickets are €50. To book tickets or tables contact Francine by email on fshelly@openbook.ie or phone at 0876772299 or contact Aileen O'Flynn at goflynn@eircom.net.
Best wishes to Alan O'Connor CCC2
We extend our best wishes for a speedy return to action to St Vincents clubman Alan O'Connor, Chair of CCC2 (U13-U16) Dublin County Board who has had to step out for a while. Alan has put in enormous work over the past four years to manage the CCC2 schedule on time, always with a great sense of participation and fair play and he is one of the unsung heroes of Dublin GAA.
Syls splash into 2013
In a declaration of intent for the coming year Syls showed up at Low Rock for a big splash and proof that nothing will deter us in 2013 . . . Bring it On . . . and, thanks to all who participated and sponsored.
Syls splash into 2013
In a declaration of intent for the coming year Syls showed up at Low Rock for a big splash and proof that nothing will deter us in 2013 . . . Bring it On . . . and, thanks to all who participated and sponsored.
Season’s greetings from Eddie Sullivan
I would like to take this opportunity to thank the many people who have worked long and tirelessly for the Club over the year. To all who have supported the Club in different ways during the year – your time, effort, commitment and dedication are greatly and deeply appreciated.
Gary and Micháel star in Blue Stars
Good news for Syls was the return to football of Gary Sweeney who made a late appearance for Jim Gavin's Dubs in their News Years Day win over the Evening Herald Blue Stars. Micháel McCarthy played most of the game for the Stars, continuing his recent good form contributing 1-02. Cian Cleere was also picked to start for the stars but a date with a piste kept him away.
St Vincent De Paul draw St Stephen’s Night
Sorry for the delay in getting this poster up I ran into some computer problems after Christmas. Thanks to everyone who helped out bought tickets or donated. We made 350 Euro on the night. The prize-winners on the night were
Hurlers brave miserable conditions on Stephens Day
Thirty five hardy souls braved the cold wet conditions of St Stephens Day for their annual hurling outing. A good mix from Cooney to Mikey, from Hoyne to Jockser, a few returning travellers and lots in between. The highlight was the team picture . . . someone said 'wait for Jim', hobbling up the field on crutches . . . 'no, let's move the team to Jim' . . . and, so they did. Well done lads.
Minors in Championship Final
MFC A SF St Vincents 1-04 St Sylvesters 1-08 Yet again a big second half display secured our first A Minor appearance in over ten years. We started very nervously and found it hard to get a rhythm. Vincents seemed to move the ball quicker and their forward line were more effective off minimal supply opening us up for a goal and a couple of points while at the other end it took one of the best strikes of the year by Dave Sexton to keep us in touch. A great touch over by keeper Eoin O'Byrne just at the break kept us alive for sure. 1-03 to 0-03 at the break. Tks to Grainne McKinney for the pictures.
U14 football presentations
We brought both u14 football teams Karting and Paintballing in Kart City for our end of season treat for the lads. Afterwards the players and parents returned to the club for pizza and presentation for Feile medals and the B team for their league successes. Thanks to Kevin O'Flynn for presenting the medals.
CoderDojo going well in Malahide
We're coming to the end of our first session and I think it is fair to say we are all learning as we go along. Between 30 and 40 attendees every week and about six mentors organised in three groups, HTML, Scratch and a hackers group. Anton will be opening the list again after Christmas so keep an eye on http://coderdojomalahide.eventbrite.ie/ . We are limited somewhat by availability of mentors so if you know someone who might help please get in touch - info@stsylvesters.ie Thanks to Syls and Gary for the support.
U11s take Croke Park Tour
For our Christmas event, 38 of our U11 players and some of the parents took the Tour of Croke Park last Saturday. We started in the Cusack Stand and visited the dressing rooms, media room, Players Lounge, VIP section and the top of the Hogan Stand. We came out the tunnel with the crowd noise blaring out but we weren’t allowed on the pitch unfortunately.
Minors qualify for C'ship Semi
MFC A SF St Sylvesters 1-11 Castlenock 0-06 A convincing win in the end but we had to fight hard against a plucky Castlenock who really took the game to us in the first half and led 0-06 to 0-04 at the break thanks mostly to some fine point scoring by their 10 and 14. Scooby and Jack upped their game after the break however and with a cold wind in our back we pinned Castlenock down and slowly but surely picked off our points.
St Sylvester’s GAA club notes December 9th.
The Big Splash and Dip for Syls, fundraiser takes place on December 29th with a jump into the sea at Low Rock. Sponsorship cards are available in the club or from your team mentor.
Memorial plaque to Michael Gaffney
Bit of a party last Thursday where Eddie unveiled a plaque to honour the late Michael Gaffney and all the generous donors who helped clear our debt in recent years. See Eddie Sullivans speaking notes attached.
Congratulations to Ballymun Kickhams
A very impressive display by our neighbours Ballymun to beat favourites Portlaois and become Leinster Champions. Congratulations also to Offaly's Kilcormack Killoughy, another minnow from the Faithful County, winning the hurling over Oulart.
U16 awards evening
The U16 hurlers and footballers had their award and medal presentations on Thursday alongside the Michael Gaffney event. Great to have all the parents and players together for our last juvenile event. (Shay and Padraig's team had a night at Shelbourne Park a week ago). The football awards went to Gary Greenan and Dylan McEvoy while the hurling awards went to Killian Power and Barry Shearman.
Minor hurlers lose to strong Plunketts ER
Minor Hurling B Championship St Sylvesters 0-8 Oliver Plunkets 2-10 We exited the championship on Sunday last against a very strong Plunket’s side. Down five points at half time we pulled it back to two ten minutes into the second half. We found it difficult to score and break down the Plunket’s defence, but we worked tirelessly to the end showing the true character this team has displayed over the years.
St Sylvester’s GAA club notes
Minor Hurling Championship Quarter Final St Sylvester’s 0-8 St Oliver Plunkett’s 2-10 This team has manager Eddie McLoughney’s stamp. They play with heart and passion and they have won two championships under him. They give their all and have given us great days to enjoy over the years. It takes a very good team to beat them and we congratulate Oliver Plunkett’s who were worthy winners today.
Magic from Malahide
From The Herald - Plunketts have that bit extra to see off Hollypark in cracker By Diarmuid Geraghty Wednesday November 28 2012. THE big screen welcomed all to Croke Park yesterday. It stated that Cumann na mBunscol have been promoting 'the love of our games since 1928'. And it looks like the beat will go on.
Scoil Iosa lose in Junior Hurling Final
I heard the lads we devastated to lose to a last minute goal after leading by 6 points with five minutes remaining only to concede 2-1 in the final minutes against Scoil Catriona. The team was made up of our U16s and U14s. We had lost the senior final to the same opposition, also by a single point but there we had chased the game.
Minors top group with draw at Vincents
MFC Gr2 St Vincents 0-10 St Sylvesters 1-07 A late great point from a tight angle by Mark Hazely secured a draw and a home quarter final in a game we were always chasing. Collie Byrne fisted the goal late in the second half to bring us back into the game. Thanks to Grainne from Vincents for the pictures.
St Sylvester’s GAA club notes
The minor hurlers play St Oliver Plunkett’s next Sunday morning December 2nd at 11.00 am in the quarter final of the championship. The under 21 hurlers play away to Parnell’s in Chanel next Saturday afternoon December 1st at 14.15 in the quarter final of the championship
Seniors missed out by a single point
AFL1 Final Na Fianna 1-11 St Sylvesters 1-10 I don't think we ever led, trailed by five at one time but were never out of it either in a hard fought tight final against a good Na Fianna side who had lost at this stage last year.
FOOTBALL BOOT APPEAL FOR KIDS IN BELARUS
Each year 'Pashli' take approximately 40 kids to Ireland during August and when we had two ten year old boys with us for the couple of weeks, the only thing they wanted to do was play FOOTBALL ! When I managed to resurrect an old pair of boots from my teenage son they were just so excited to have boots for the first time.
All Irelands for Syls
Another great haul of silverware for Syls players in 2012 county competitions . . . U21,Minor and Ladies Minor Football winners, Minor Hurling finalists . . . Stephen Cunningham, Kevin O'Flynn, Gary Sweeney, Kim White, Conor Ryan, Fionn Carney . . . . five cups in Malahide over the weekend and we took a few pictures, below. Well done to all and thanks for giving your time to meet the schools and young players.
Seniors qualify for League decider
AFL1 Semi Final Ballymun Kickhams 1-09 St Sylvesters 2-09 A smashing defensive display in the second half was the key to a great win over the Dublin Champions at Ballymun. This was one of our best displays of the past few years, Mun were simply flying and nearly blew us off the field in the first quarter but we steadied and a great goal by Micháel and a converted penalty by Gavin saw us lead by a point at the break.
U16 hurlers win Division3
U16H D3 Playoff St Sylvesters 3-11 Crumlin 4-04 Congratulations to the 16s winning their first trophy after 8 years in a tense hard fought win over a fine Crumlin outfit in Bridgefield yesterday. We led from start to finish, by 9 points at one stage, but two quick goals mid second half brought Crumlin back into it and kept us on our toes to the death.
Minor hurlers qualify for Quarter Finals
Minor Hurling B Championship St Sylvesters 1 -10 Erins Isle 0 -8. It was a very close encounter and we were level with ten minutes to go, we kept our composure and scored two late points and a last minute goal. We now meet Plunkets in the quarter final probably on Sunday week 2nd Dec.
U14 footballers win Division 8
Congratulations to John Maughan and his team winning Div8 after a convincing win over St Judes over at Tymon. They had a great crowd back at the club on Saturday evening with a bit of a party atmosphere. After a storming comeback in their semi-final against Lucan the U14B team carried their momentum and form into the Div 8 final and came away with a thoroughly deserved victory and county title. They put in a dominant performance to outscore St. Judes of Templeogue by a sizeable, but not flattering margin of 4-6 to 0-1.
Inters lose to Na Fianna
In the second big game of the day the dream of two senior football teams was dashed at Mobhi Road when the Inters lost by two points in a game we could easily have won. Defensively we were excellent all through containing Na Fianna to some well taken points, we won enough ball in the middle but took the wrong options going forward and simply did not score enough.
Fingal Medal Presentation
All Ireland Hurling Div 3 Minor winners Fingal were presented with their medals at the County Hall Swords on Thursday last. Sylvesters had six players involved in the squad and six clubs in Fingal were represented. Thanks to Danny for coordinating and organising and to Willie Burke (St Brigids) who coached and managed the team throughout the championship.
Junior Hurling Corn Fag a Bhealach. Played Grangegorman 11th November 2012
St Brendan's 1-12, St Sylvesters 1-12. Following a six week break in competition, the team started slowly and Brendan's midfielder Shane Foley was causing all sorts of problems for the Syls defence. Towards the end of the half, Peter Guyatt broke through on goal but was denied by a reflex save by the Brendan's keeper and the half time score was 1-7 to 0-6 for Brendan's.