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Syls Ladies Section - Take a Bow!
The Jackies put in the performance of their lives and were extremely unlucky to lose by a point to a Cork team winning their fifth All Ireland title in a row. If only we could get this performance out of our footballers and hurlers, we would be top of the world in boith codes. Special congratulations to our own Sinead Aherne and her Naomh Marnóg colleagues Denise Masterson and Cliodhna O'Connor. You did us all proud girls. And at Broomfield on Saturday the Syls and Nmh Marnóg ladies again surpassed themselves with another excellent All Ireland 7's. Not to be forgotten are the Gaelic4Mothers from Syls who graced Croke Park and the legions of supporters who also did Dublin proud.
Hurling - U15s win championship - 16s fought a good fight - 13s and 14s battle hard
Pride of place goes to the U15 hurlers who beat St Vincents in the B hurling championshipfinal. Great Syls crowd in Parnell to cheer them on as there was on Saturday at Bridgefield as the U16s took on Lucan in the A championship semi final.
A Feast of activity this weekend
All Ireland Ladies Sevens - This Saturday 26 Sept. sees St Sylvesters jointly hosting the All Ireland Ladies Sevens in Broomfield with our neighbours in Naomh Mearnog. A huge amount of preparation has gone into the event from lots of helpers throughout the club and from 10am on Saturday up to 500 players at junior, intermediate & senior level, from 32 counties, will take to the field. It promises to be a great day so get up and lend a hand or enjoy this festival of ladies football in Broomfield.
Junior hurlers reach semi final with another epic display
This performance surpassed all that went before as we were short and had to improvise -- to add to that Cillian O Riordan (22) went off injured and was replaced by Gavin Dolan (37) and there was 20 mins to go --- the older players dug deep and must have been weary on Wednesday. It’s St Judes in the semi-final at 3.30 in St Brigids next Sunday.
Seniors, Inter footballer win - Minor Hurlers lose by 3
AFL1 Vins 2-12 Syls 2-13 AFL4 Isles 1-6 Syls 2-11 AFL7 Josephs v Syls - w/o to Syls JFC Finians v Syls - postponed MHC Marks 1-14 Syls 1-11
Nearly a great All Ireland . . .nearly!!
The first half was cracking . . .one of the best halfs ever . . . the Ref hardly blew in the first twenty minutes and it looked like Gaelic football should do. Unfortunately Mr Duffy found his whistle, giving the Kerry defenders a lot more leeway than the Cork lads. The second half was more like the Cork/Tyrone second half, Kerry containing and Cork running out of ideas - I don't understand why they don't use Cousins more. And Kennelly, lucky, lucky!! Tom Sullivan my Man of the Match - Tommy Walsh was magnificent.
U15s win two championship quarter finals
The U15As beat Thomas Davis by a point after extra time in as good a game of football as has been seen in Bridgefield. At the back of the Castle Pat Brennan's U15B team had a more comfortable win over St Annes in the C championship. Ciaran and Padraig's U13B team continued their renaissance on Saturday with a big win over at Drimnagh Castle while the U13As had a narrow loss to Crokes in Bridgefield. U16B had a great win away to a strong St Pereguines team. 1.12 to 2.4. Mark Finnerty scored 1.8. We have 22 players on our 16b Panel. Looking good for Minor next year.
Seniors leave it late at Vincents
It's always a good day when you beat Vincents and today was no exception. We left it late, John Coughlan grabbing a goal with almost the last kick for a 2-13 to 2-12 win. It was a funny old game, Big Niall called it a good open game at half time but with Vinnies leading 2-6 to 1-5 and we had missed a bagful he was being a little facitious.
Managers wanted for U21 Football and Hurling
The club are now looking for expressions of interest - U21 football A & B team mentors - U21 hurling mentor. If you are intrest please contact Cathal O'Donnell at codonnell3@googlemail.com or 087-9842612. Closing date for expressions of intrest is 30/09/09.
JFC D Match 20-9-09 has been postponed
From Patrick Gallagher - Fri 18th
Ladies All Ireland - Up The Dubs!!
A Chara, The Dublin Senior Ladies Football team take on Cork in the 2009 TG4 All Ireland Senior Championship final in Croke Park on Sunday September 27th. This is the first time that the Dublin Ladies have reached the All-Ireland final since 2004 and the game represents Dublin’s last chance of winning a Senior All-Ireland title this decade in any code. The Dublin team needs the support of everyone involved in Dublin GAA across all levels and from every corner of the county.
Developments on the facilities front
Two significant developments recently on the facilities front - we now have a gaelic pitch where Malahide United used to play in Broomfield beside the hockey pitch. We also have access to the new all weather hockey pitch for winter training. There are other develoipments but I will ask Brendan to send details of what he shared at the recent club meetings. Bula bos to Brendan Bannigan and Mick Stuart for their tireless and diplomatic work with Fingal CC over the last few years.
St Sylvester’s Club notes 13 Sept 2009
At adult level the Junior Hurlers earned a hard fought draw away to St Brendan's in their Quarter-Final clash on Sunday afternoon. In Minor Football our A's needed a late goal to draw with Ballyboden while our B's travelled to Vincents and came away with a great win.
The Dubs need a good story - what about your team!
DUBLIN YEARBOOK 2009 - For over 30 years now the Dublin GAA Yearbook has sought to record and capture the details and colour of the gaelic games year in the county - SO, COME ON SYLS, WHAT'S THE STORY THIS YEAR - Martin Tracy submitted a nice piece last year on the Ladies 7's - it's well worth the effort - CLICK FOR DETAILS
Sinead Aherne wins Golden Boot award
For her superb second half display against Monaghan in the All Ireland Semi Final, now third on the Golden Boot list.lets hope she has saved some for the Cork lasses.
I can't believe it's not Kilkenny - Cork girls look ominous
Congrats to Clare winning their first All Ireland U21 Hurling - they have been entertaining all year - can you believe the Cats only took one from three finals. Cats having won 4 from 4 finals last year have actually only got 1 from 5 finals !! this year. They won the the big one, lost four finals, minor to Galway, u21 to Clare, Intermediate to Cork and camogie to Cork. The Double Quadruple dream in tatters !!
Never say die saves the Minor As - Bs win at Vincents - Junior Hurlers draw also
A late late goal from Mark Woods saved a draw in the Minor A round robin against old rivals Ballyboden.
Syls girls lose out in Ladies Senior Championship Final
We had 4 girls guesting for Naomh Marnóg in the Senior Championship final against Na Fianna in Parnell Park on Friday evening. We lost by a single point and Suzanne said the tension was so great in the last few minutes that she had to leave the stadium. Congratulations to Katie Slattery, Niamh McEvoy, Sinead Tracy and Sinead Aherne and to all the Marnóg girls. See http://www.dublinladiesgaelic.ie/ for the full report.
U16, 15 and 13 hurlers win
The U16 hurlers stepped up to Division 1 Championship after a a good recent run in Div2 league and justified the promotion with a superb win over Na Fianna at Bridgefield. The U15 qualified for the B Championship final with an impressive win over Plunket's ER. The 13s travelled to Blanchardstown and recorder a great late win over Brigids. U11 footballers had two wins over Vinnies.
Hurling Final . . .a real pity!
Pity, a moment of madness by the referee robbed us of one of the most spectacular hurling finals probably ever played. Totally absorbing, titanic effort by Tipperary to overcome the mighty Cats . . . working harder, winning more ball, just short a forward to make the difference . . then a really crap penalty decision just blew it . . . and we missed the finale the game deserved.
Peil Magazine - lookng for articles on ladies games
The autumn edition of Peil magazine will be going to press in early October. We are inviting clubs to send us in articles and pictures on any item of news pertaining to Ladies Gaelic Football from your club which will be relevant at the time of going to press. Articles should be a maximum of 500 words and photos should be in jpeg format. Closing date for items is Friday the 3rd of October. Any queries please feel free to give me a call, Kind regards, Patricia
Gaelic4Mothers
Lads…MOVE OVER…Gaelic 4 Mothers is on the road again. G4M is a new initiative created by the Ladies Gaelic Football Association section in Croke Park, which aims to encourage all women to become involved in sport, with some fun and fitness while learning the skills of Gaelic Football. Girls, remember all those times you had to listen to the likes of
Junior footballers reach B C'ship Final and D C'ship Semifinal
Better results in the two Junior Championship games on Sunday. The AFL7 team had a comfortable win over Balinteer while the AFL10 team had a much tighter run over in Palmerstown. This is the first time since 1999 that a St. Sylvester’s has qualified for the final of the Junior B Championship.
Lots happening in Syls Ladies Football
It would be nice to see a good turnout in Parnell Park next Friday at 8.30pm to support the Syls girls playing for next door neighbours Naomh Mearnog in the Senior Championship Final against Na Fianna.
Club news St Sylvester’s 06 Sept 09
Pillar Caffrey said “It was one of the best championship matches I have seen in the last 10 years.” We got a great match, a great team performance, effort, commitment, bravery, skill and a great turnout of supporters; everything except the win. Having competed so well at the highest level we left with pride and honour and hope the future.
Sinead Aherne stars for Jackies as they reach All Ireland Final
Dublin 2-14 Monaghan 1-15 - The Jackies left it late to overcome a very determined Monaghan outfit in what proved to be a thriller of a contest in the closing minutes. Our own Sinead Aherne scored a crucial goal towards the end of the first half to narrow the margin to 3 points in Monaghan’s favour. Sinead had a personal tally of 1-9 with some well taken frees. Full match report on www.dublinladiesgaelic.ie
Intermediates disappointed to lose to Ballymun
Inter Championship at Balgriffen - General mood was that we could and probably should have won -hopefully someone will send a report. We lost by a point.
U14s lose to strong Nmh Marnóg
We lost by 7 points in a game where Marnóg always looked stronger but we stuck with them all through in this Div1 U14 game
U13As battle well against Na Fianna
A scoreline something like 3-13 to 2-9 against was a very credible performance after the thrashing we took from this Na Fianna team of giants earlier in the campaign. WE lead early on and never fell to far behind.
U13B team win well over Pats(P)
St Sylvesters 9-9 St Patricks Palmerstown 2-7 - the boys kept up thier challenge for a top four spot with a convincing win at Bridgefield. Paul Ryan had a great gam in goals, Jamie Grey showed his Cork footballing pedigree with two cracking goals, Dylan Connolly got a few more, Seam Quinn and James Byrne commanded the middle, Conor Matthews, Ronan Gaynor and Sean Finn were among the backs
Hurling Tickets - congrats to Karen Wright
Karen won the Hurling tickets - thanks to all who supported - not too late to buy your tickets for the Football All Ireland draw - ask in club or your team manager for details.
Brave effort not enough in Senior Championship
Everyone was very disappointed but also very proud of our senior team when we lost by 1-14 to 1-11 in the championship in bad conditions at Parnell Park this evening - it was a great game of football in the conditions . . . . good support from Malahide and plenty came back for a beer afterwards ....Pictures from Garret White of the Herald, many thanks
Is Ciaran taking secret coaching courses
Ciaran McAuliffe was spotted with the great Jamsie O'Connor in the Cusack Centre in Nth Clare as part of the 125 yrs GAA celebrations - is he thinking of taking up the reins again I wonder??
Syls lads do well at Tony Forrestal Cup in Waterford
Tony Forrestal Cup fro U14 Hurling - In the Div2 match vs Tipp , Paul McBride started at full forward but was moved out as very little ball getting through, Dublin were outplayed in the first half, 2-5 to 0-1. Big turnaround after the break, lads seems to find their feet, Paul was super around the middle and half forward line, 2 great points from play and a couple from frees. Conor Dwyer came on, played in the forward line and although didn't score , he made a hugh difference, any ball that came in, stayed in, kept Tipp under constant pressure, Tipp didn't score in 2nd half, final score 2-5 to 1-6. Tipp went thro to final.
Junior hurlers keep the run going with C'ship win over Raheny
All six Syls adult teams still in championships in September – Junior D Hurling play-off – -St Sylvester’s 2-13, Raheny 0-11.
All Ireland Ladies Semi Final - best wishes to Sinead Aherne
Our last hope of wresting an All Ireland from our Cork cousins this year rests squarely with Sinead Aherne and the Jackies but first they must overcome last years formidable finalists, Monaghan at Ardee next Saturday, 6th September. Hopefully we will have big support - Ardee is only up the road. Nice preview attached from the Ladies website.
St Sylvester’s club notes 30 August
Tommy Naughton brought energy, enthusiasm and encouragement to his training session for juvenile hurlers in Broomfield on Saturday. It’s evident from watching and listening to Tommy why Dublin hurling has made such great strides forward. Thank you Tommy, you’re an inspiration.
Emma Lynch playing in Croke Park on Sunday
Best wishes from all in St Sylvesters to Emma Lynch, girls under 13 team, who will be taking part in the mini sevens game at the All Ireland semi-final between Kerry and Meath next Sunday. Emma was nominated this year by Pope John Paul NS for the trials and was successful in the selection process. Have a wonderful day Emma and enjoy the experience.
Tommy Naughton coaching at Broomfield on Saturday - U15, U16 and Minor
On Saturday morning at 11am in Broomfield former Dublin Senior Hurling Manager Tommy Naughton will take a training session for the Championship panels of the Under 15 and 16 and Minor Hurlers. This is a great opportunity for the lads to learn from one of the games top coaches. It is also an opportunity for our club coaches to pick up some of the drills that are used at the top levels. Please come along and lend your support.
U13 football and hurling
On Saturday afternoon in good weather Syls u13 footballers restarted the Div 1 league after the summer break with a good away win over rivals St Maurs. A depleted squad due hols etc ground out a hard fought win. Final score 3-4 to 2-3. The u13 North Dublin Hurling squad were not as lucky with the weather on Sunday morning.
Inters and Juniors leave it late - but not too late
Following the Senior footballers win on Saturday evening it needed late goals in Broomfield on Sunday to help keep two of our teams in the hunt for promotion at the end of the season. The Intermediates, helped by 3 pts from centre-back Derek Roche, were 7 pts to 2 up at half-time in their game against St Patricks Donabate when shortly afterwards Syls were reduced to 14 men
Dunlin in Ladies All Ireland semi final
Congratulations to Sinead Aherne on reaching the All Ireland semi final after yet another good display against Kerry on Saturday.
Two wins at U15 hurling
Oliver Plunketts 0-7 St Sylvesters 4-5 St Sylvesters 6-12 Peregrines 1-7 The under 15 hurlers had two great wins against Oliver Plunkett’s and Peregrines.
St Sylvester’s Club notes 23 August
Our adult football teams had seven wins from seven games in seven days including four championship and three league fixtures. It was a week of pure joy. The seniors led the way winning well against Ballinteer in the championship on Wednesday and also defeating Ballymun in the league on Sunday. They play Oliver Plunketts in the next round of the Championship.
County scene coming to a head
The lads were quite magnanimous to Down after they picked our pockets in the All Ireland Minor quarter final. While they felt Down were the better team on the day they also felt more than a little miffed that the ref called two minutes of overtime but played almost four to let Down steal the win with a last gasp goal.
U11s win Div1 Camaint Shield
At Under 11 we have some serious talent that can challenge the best in Dublin in both hurling and football. The hurlers have worked hard all summer under John Drumm, Chris Kennedy, John Cross, Anthony Cooney and Martín Meaney and it paid off today with the Camaint Shield in Division 1. Cooney and Drumm promised pictures and the full story - keep an eye on these guys, the are good.
Seniors win in the league against Ballymun
AFL1 St Sylvesters 0-13 Ballymun Kickams 0-11 A good win in a good game where both sides at full strength are obviously sharpening up for the business end of the championship. This was a more thorough test than the game earlier in the week and, while we never looked very comfortable we were only behind once late in the first half and finished the half up 7 to 6.
U15 hurlers back with a bang
Top of the table clash against St Peregrines in U15 Div2 hurling at Bridgefield on Thursday - won well in the end - Brendan promised a report with a special mention for the excellent Sean Kane. A lot of work put in by the lads over the break is paying off for U15s and U16s - well done to Eddie, Colm and Ernie.
Plunketts Eoghan Ruadh in Senior Championship - other tasty games
Now here's a few games to whet our appetites and put our inter county woes behind us (except for the ladies, Sinead has plans). Let's rustle up some serious support for our teams over the next few weeks. SFC last 16 V Plunkets ER - IFC last 16 V Ballymun, JFCB last 8 V Balinteer/Na Fainna, JFCD last 8 V Pats (P)
Great week for Syls Football
Four championship games, four wins, all by good margins - can't ask for more. The senior game was reported in the Independent and the Herald - The Inters had a really impressive 3-12 to 0-7 win over Clanna Gael Fontenoys at Parnell Park (man of the match award to Neil Duignam for a super mid field display, closely followed by another super corner forward effort from Micháel McCarthy and Stephen Finnegan's clean sheet in the goal), the Juniors beat Judes well at Broomfield to progress to the Junior B semi final, and, not to be outdone, Junior B team traveled to Annes in Bohernabreena for a Junior D Championship win with an interesting mix of young and older players (Shay Keogh, Niall Guiden)
Seniors progress to last 16 in Championship
We made it through our second round of the 'backdoor' series at O'Toole Park on Wednesday. St Sylvesters 4-12 Ballinteer St Johns 0-5. We were pretty much at full strength (Ross Hazely looked like the only regular not available through injury) and our superior strength and fitness had us looking pretty comfortable throughout, leading about 2-9 to 0-3 at the break.
U16 Hurlers win at Cuala
The Under 16 hurlers took the DART to Shankill to face Cuala in the penultimate game of the League. Despite the log trip Syls came out of the traps fast racing in to a half time lead of 2-10 to 0-5 and, on the occasions when the ball could be found in the very long grass, produced some splendid passages of fast and committed hurling.
Nicole Owens stars in All Ireland U16 Shield Final
Dublin vs Mayo; Sun 16th August 2009. Nicole starred in the drawn game and again in the replay when Dublin produced an excellent battling display to overcome a resilient Mayo team at Kiltoom. Played in windy conditions both teams displayed some super football but it was the Dublin team that prevailed by the narrowest of margins on a score line of 3-12 to 3-11.
St Sylvester’s club notes 16 August
The sizable travelling contingent from the club was disappointed with the result but delighted with the great performances of Garry Sweeney and Fionn Carney for the Dublin minors in Breffni Park.
Last word on The Dubs v Kerry 2009
Contributed by the same Tipp man who was directing Dubs to the Hill . . . the day will come . . .
Certificate in Conditioning for Gaelic Games at IT Blanchardstown
Interesting and valuable for anyony interested in coaching at adult level - see the attachment.
Last week of Summer Camps
Just a reminder last summer camp starts on Monday - please remind your teams and your own kids. To register just text me on 086 8167399 with Name and DOB. Thanks, Panner
Update on Hurling Blitz
“Many thanks to all players, coaches, referees and volunteers who made the hurling blitz last Friday a tremendous success. We had 48 players togged out for the blitz and 27 juvenile hurlers participating in the ‘Crossbar challenge’. The latter competition was keenly contested across a variety of age groups with Daniel Danaher taking home the top prize – a coveted Dublin jersey signed by all Dublin players including the messiah himself, Anthony Daly. Jack Hazely from the under 14s was another winner on the night, taking home a Syls kit bag for his efforts.
St Sylvester’s Club notes 9th August 2009
Gary Sweeney won the Halifax /Evening Herald Dublin player of the month award for July. Sinead Aherne was also in contention for the award. Gary has been the key player for the Dublin minor team, coming up with the vital scores at key moments. The Dublin minors including Gary and Fionn Carney play Down in Breffni Park next Saturday.
Ladies finally lay Boden bogey
The ladies of St Sylvesters Naomh Marnóg finally defeated Ballyboden St Endas in the senior championship semi-final, stopping their march to a 10th successive title. Congratulations to Sinead Aherne, Niamh McEvoy, Sinead Tracy, Katie Slattery and all the girls . . . and, doesn't Angela look glum.
Sweeney pips Aherne for Dublin Honour
Hearty congratulations to Gary Sweeney on being awarded Dublin GAA player of the month for July 09. Ironically he pipped our own Sinead Aherne who also put in a fabulous display in the Ladies Final. Since he was a young lad Sweeney has displayed great skill and football intelligence and has an ability to carry the ball at speed while surveying the field around him, a skill possessed by the likes of the Goochand Declan O'Sullivan. Aherne is no slouch either, one of the best forwards in the Ladies game - two players any club or county would be proud of - get out and support them in their All Ireland semi-finals.
Sweeney pips Aherne for Dublin honour
Hearty congratulations to Gary Sweeney on being awarded Dublin GAA player of the month for July 09. Ironically he pipped our own Sinead Aherne who also put in a fabulous display in the Ladies Final. Since he was a young lad Sweeney has displayed great skill and football intelligence and has an ability to carry the ball at speed while surveying the field around him, a skill possessed by the likes of the Gooch, Alan Brogan and Declan O'Sullivan.
Beam me up Scotty . . .
We know all the lads put in a huge effort and unfortunately will be rewarded with plenty bad press after being boo'ed off at half time against the Kingdom . . . it was amazing that we looked so unprepared mentally for the challenge, I don't think we won a single one on one battle . . . and there will ne nobody more disappointed than our players so let's support them in the upcoming county championship.
St Sylvester’s club notes 3rd August
The hurling blitz takes place this Friday 7th at 6.30 pm in Broomfield. There will also be a crossbar challenge for juvenile players to take part in. Some notable and legendary names are expected to take part as the ditch is vacated for one night only. Young and senior hurlers of the tournament will be announced immediately afterwards in the club house.
U12s fly the flag in Ardara
Our under 12’s took part in the Ardara Tounament in Donegal at the end of June and although beaten in the final they showed great courage in running a strong Ardara team very close, having been well beaten by them earlier in the tournament. It was a glorious week-end of weather and although all the parents were very pleased about this, great effort . .
Two GAA Initiatives of note
I would like to make Clubs aware of 2 particular GAA links which may be of interest. First of all as part of the GAA 125 celebrations they are conducting an Oral History Project. This is the link :
Suas leis na Dubs - Eddie's memories
Having grown up behind Parnell Park (I could see Dubs training from my bedroom window) and attending Scoil Mhuire Marino my first big obsession was the Dublin football team and I have never grown out of it. I was born a few weeks after the 1955 Dubs V Kerry final and knew and still know a number of the players on that team. The real tradition of Dubs V Kerry is said to have come to life in 1955 but they did have a history dating back to their first All Ireland Final meeting in 1892. The Clubs represented the County at that time and as far as I know this continued until 1923. For the purpose of this we will just refer to the early meetings as Dublin V Kerry.
Dub hurlers fade badly . . . hard to fathom
We had everything setup right - good early start, lead for most of the game, Limerick not too imposing in any particular facet . . maybe losing McCaffrey was a fatal blow, who knows, but we failed to kick on in the last quarter, just seemed to run out of steam and Limerick looked almost comfortable in the end . . . .
St Sylvester’s club notes 25 July 2009
Sinead Aherne provided the inspiration and the scores for Dublin’s senior ladies Leinster Football Championship victory over Kildare. She received the Player of the Match award for the second year running. She is truly a remarkable player and a great role model for our younger players.
CANCELLED - Minor footballers to face Down in Breffni
DUE TO ILLNESS IN THE DOWN CAMP - MAYBE PLAYER AUG 8TH - Dublin minor footballers will face beaten Ulster finalists Down on Saturday, August 1st at 4pm in Kingspan Breffni Park, Cavan in their All-Ireland MFC quarter-final. The minors of Kildare and Armagh will provide the curtain-raiser (2pm) in their battle to progress to the last four.
Seniorts lose - other football teams win
A very disappointing trip to Lucan where we lost our senior league game somewhat balanced by good wins for the Inters over Brigids, the Juniors over Robert Emmets and a friendly win for the Juinio 2 team over neighbours Portmarnock
Sylvesters Gaelic4Mothers going to Croke Park
Our Gaelic4Mothers team have been invited to play in Croke Park at half time on the day of the Ladies All Ireland Finals in Croke Park in an exhibition Game Sunday 27th September 2009. They will be supplied with special special new Club Jerseys for the day.
FODH Supporters' Bus to Thurles
Friends of Dublin Hurling are organising a bus for Dublin supporters to attend the All Ireland senior hurling quarter-final in Thurles between Dublin and Limerick on Sunday. The bus will depart Connolly Station at 10.30am and the Poitín Stil at 11.00am.
Hurling results
Both Junior and Intermediate teams are still in contention in their Championships - the Inters now have a quarter final coming up - hopefully we get to play this out before the hard dark winter descends like last year.
A 'nearly' weekend for the underdogs
Wicklow kept the dream alive and Micko Dwyer looked genuinely delighted with their historic win over Down at Aughrim. He was quick to applaud Tony Hannon who made up for missing a late free against Westmeath with a last second winner on Saturday. For a novelty game it was a real cracker. Next up, Kildare - easy!!
Sinead Aherne 'Man of the Match' in Leinster Ladies Final
Sinead scored 2-3 and was named player of the game in the Leinster Final win over Kildare at Carlow - a happy stomping ground for Sylvesters players this weekend. Our roving reporter, Suzanne, was on hand to capture another memorable picture.
Syls lads do well in Dublin win
It's a big honour for the club and for all their team mates when our lads are involved on the national stage with a winning Dublin team. Today belongs to Fionn Carney at full back playing a stormer and Gary Sweeney who scored 5 points from play and was named 'Man of the Match'. Congratulations also to Mark Maher and Greg McInerney and all the young Dubs. They do leave us on the edge of our seats, however . . .