Hurling news and reports
Adult Results from the weekend
Here are the results from this weekend. The football cup results mean that all 4 adult football teams have now qualified for the quarter finals of there resective cup competitions.
Martin Ormand stars for Fingal in NHL3
Fingal 1-15 Sligo 0-10 Fingal travelled to Markievicz Park, Sligo on Sunday afternoon and a good second half performance resulted in an eight point victory to give Dublin hurling a second win in the NHL for the day.
First Aid Course 23rd-24th February 2010
a two night first aid course for mentors with Fergus Byrne of DFB for Tuesday and Wednesday 23rd/24th February 2010. Location : The Clubhouse Date: 23rd/24th February 2010 Cost: €20 per person Please book your place by calling Pajo Gallagher 086-8560777
Syls Hurler Shane O'Connor on Irish Winter Olympics Team
Shane has been picked to represent Ireland in the men's alpine slalom at the Winter Olympics. Although he has represented Ireland in five World Championships, this is Shane's first Olympics . The O'Connors are a busy lot with Colm, Shane and Niall all hurling with Syls and part of our recent successes, Colm coaching our Minors this year, Danny just completed a three stint as Dublin GAA Vice Chair and Gwen a great supporter and organiser with Malahide Hockey Club. Congratulations lads from all at Sylvesters, we wish Shane the very best at Whistler and maybe we'll have one of those big home comings in a few weeks time, here's hoping.
Hurlers win training equipment from AIB
AIB Bank presented training equipment to our Inter hurlers in recognition of their Leinster Hurling win. Syls are doing well out of the banks these days.
Fitness with the Sliotar - 12-2pm at O’Tooles Ayrfield next Sat
There is an interesting hurling workshop this Saturday from 12-2pm at O’Tooles ground in Ayrfield. I went to a few of these last year and they’re very useful. http://www.dublingaagamesdevelopment.ie/latestnews/fitness-with-the-sliotar Colm
Hurling Helmet Scrappage Scheme
Since January 1st it is now compulsory for players of all ages to wear a Hurling Helmet. In order to promote safety among players MARC Sports are operating a Helmet Scrappage Scheme until the 21st of February 2010. If a player avails of this scrappage scheme they will get a €15 discount off a new MARC Hurling Helmet. This scheme is being run in conjunction with the Children’s Charity, “Make-A-Wish” Ireland. The “Make-A-Wish” foundation will receive a donation from MARC Sports at the end of this scheme. We’ve attached a poster for you which features our latest Brand Ambassador, current All-Star, Joe Canning. Further information is available on our website, www.marcsports.ie.
Hurlers finish the year in style
It was only fitting that we have a broad representation of the club hurling fraternity in action for our 23rd Annual St Stephens Day Hurling - from Eamon McLoughney U11 to Pat Kennedy(1965 minor) and many shapes and sizes in between. It was a smashing bright morning but very hard and slippery underfoot and it was a blessing that we escaped without any injuries. A number of footballers chanced their arm today - a stylishly dressed Aiden Relihan, a fit looking Rory Costello (out of Africa I believe), Peter O'Byrne impressed and more.
23rd Annual St. Stephens day Hurling match
The most competitive hurling fixture of the year takes place in Broomfield on St. Stephens day. On display will be the 4 Hurling trophies won in 2009 – U15 B Champions, JHC & Leinster Junior Champions and Minor Hurling League. All club members are welcome to join in the fun and festivities with past and present are all invited to tog out.
Looking for Hurlers for 2010
Yes, we had a great year in 2009 and we aim to go further - NEW OR RETURNING HURLERS WANTED - all grades playing Saturdays and Sundays. We had 61 players in 2009 and could possibly enter a third adult team if we can get a few more. Send any contacts to Danny at wintonrd@eircom.net and he will followup. Nows the time for asking as entries have to be decided by early January.
Tá an áthas orm an chorn seo a glacha ar san foireann Naomh Sailbheastar
Maith an fearr Enda O'Flaithearta, captáin foireann iomána Naomh Sailbheastar. Enda gave us a Joe McDonagh style speech in accepting the Leinster Club Special Junior Hurling trophy after our 2-11 to 1-8 victory over a fine sporting Edenderry team at Broomfield today. It was a victory we fully deserved and caps a great season for Syls Hurling at all grades. Sunday night at the club was special with the Inter Footballers and the Inter Hurlers (with our many dual stars - the same Enda, Alan Morris, David Keogh, Mannix Ryan, Ronan Kennedy, Andrew Richardson) celebrating together. GREAT STUFF LADS. Pats O'Leary capped it all with a song penned specially for the occasion. Syls Abú, tá an áthas orainn go léir.
Results of Adult Games Committee Sports Prediction
Quiz 2009 Winner €500: John Murphy (Sold by John Murphy) Second €300: Brian Whyte (Sold by Seán Whyte) Third €150: Seamus Murray (Sold by Ciarán Murray) Fourth €50: Conor Cremin (Sold by Gavin Dolan) Thanks to all who entered. Winners will be notified in the course of the week.
Hurlers reach Leinster Junior Final
Leinster Junior hurling semi-final St Sylvester’s 1-11 Greystones 0-9 The match was moved to the all weather pitch in Russell Park. We lead from start to finish with a comfortable 6 to 8 point lead from most of the game. An early goal in the second half left us with a 9 point lead. The Greystone’s second half subs added a bit of bite and a few scores but we responded well and kept the scores ticking over. This was a very good team performance and now we face Edenderry next Sunday in the final. The large troop of supporters was well rewarded today and a full battalion will line up for next weeks Leinster Junior Hurling Final. These are the days we dream about.Pictures from the Evening Herald
Junior hurlers miss out on promotion - good year, however.
Tuesday 24th November 2009. AHL 7 Na Fianna 5-5, St Sylvesters 2-6. The junior team now miss out on promotion after this loss to the championship winners in a late night match in Ballymun Kickhams ground. The final score did not reflect the closeness of the contest as with 10 minutes to go we were level and playing with the wind. Conor Keating played well in his first full game after injury while Paul Rafferty and David Donoghue made welcome returns to the Syls jersey at half back and corner forward respectively. Scorers were Cillian O Riordan 1-2, Niall O Connor 0-4 frees and Padraig Kennedy 1-0. A good year overall but a pity to miss out on going up another league.
Hurlers win in Ratoath - Syls 2-11 Ratoath 1-7
Semi final next sunday, 29th versus Greystones at Broomfiled. Winners have home field for the final on 6th Dec versus Edenderry
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
Coaching and Games Devolpment workshops
Hurling workshop for juvenile mentors-Teaching & Sharpening Skills with Pat Critchley this Fri @ 7.30pm in Naomg Barrog GAA Club and Football Practical Workshop by Laois Senior Football manager Sean Dempsey for tackling. Its on next Thursday @ 7.30pm on Castleknocks new all weather pitch(beside the Castleknock Hotel)
Hurlers tied after extra time at Ratoath
LEINSTER G.A.A. CLUB SPECIAL HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP 15th November - Ratoath (Meath) 0-21 St Sylvesters (Dublin) 2-15 AET Replay SUNDAY 22ND BROOMFIELD 2.30PM. The game was dominated by a strong cold wind blowing straight down the field and and we never seemed to find the fluency we had achieved at Ayrfield in the Dublin Final. Credit also to the traveling supporters, I think we outnumbered the locals.
Syls Hurler honoured at FODH dinner - win a bottle of wine
A prominent member of St Sylvesters hurling fraternity was honoured on Friday night at the Friends of Dublin Hurling dinner as a member of the 1965 Minor Hurling Team that won the All Ireland. Bernard Boran supplied the picture and offered a bottle of wine to the first comment on this article to identify him in the picture.
Adult Team Mentors for 2010 season
The Adult Games Committee are now looking for expressions of interest in the following positions for the 2010 season. Minor Football ( All teams) Minor Hurling AFL 10 Football If you are intrested in any of these positions please contact Cathal O'Donnell on 087-9842612 or codonnell3@googlemail.com. The closing date for applications is midnight on MONDAY 30TH NOV
Slick Syls storm to junior glory - From The Herald
SUPERSONIC Syls -- stylish, slick and sure. Last night they became the Ayrfield aristocrats -- Dublin Junior 'A' Hurling champions by a distance. A happy journey home to Malahide. . . . and into the Intermediate Championship. Lovely hurling, and a lovely night for it on Blunden Drive. A decent enough crowd at the O'Toole's HQ and no argument at the end of it. Syls in charge from pillar to post. They were solid in all departments, especially at the back.
JHC Final REFIXED Blunden Drive (O'Toole's ground, Ayrfield) on Thursday at 8.30pm.
It was disappointing to see the above postponed yesterday, especially for those players who had family traveling up from Lismore, Ballihassig and Gort. While the club misses out on its day to showcase hurling in the club on such a big day, the squad is more determined than ever to finish the job on Thursday. A dark November night is not ideal for supporters, but players and management will appreciate any support we can get in Ayrfieldon Thursday at 20.30 Syls abú Colm
Hurling Final refixed Thursday 5th 7.45pm at Parnel Park
Pity, the afternoon turned out well but last night was really bad - no word on the refix, expect it soon.
Hurlers qualify for A Championship Final
We almost got off to a perfect start in very tough conditions but Martin Ormonds 21 yard free well saved by the Faughs Keeper. Martin duly converted the resulting ’65. We had the benefit of the strong wind in the first half & opened up a three point lead. A wonderful long range point from Conor McCafferty was the highlight. Credit to Faughs who pulled themselves back into the game & with 10 minutes to go in the first half there was only 1 point between the teams. However Colm O Connor struck a crucial goal shortly before half time & allowed us to go in 1-06 to 0-04 to half time.
Congrats to Alan McCrabbe and the Dublin Hurlers
A great honour for Alan and all Dublin hurling to be awarded only our third Hurling All Star. All the Craobh Ciaran's guys in the club last night were reclaiming their roots. A big honour for Ciaran's as well of course and well deserved for their contribution to Dublin hurling over the years.
Highs and Lows in football and hurling
Highs for the Intermediate Hurlers and Minor B Footballers who both qualified for their championship semi finals - lows for the Minor A Footbalers who missed out on qualification even though they recorded a superb win away to Kilmacud Crokes.
Brave hurlers pipped at the post
Our Junior Hurlers lost this D Championship semi final is a cruel fashion, going behind for the first time with the last puck. Pity, there was a great bunch of lads over at Brigids and they had to hang around for an hour waiting for the Ref. We got out of the blocks well and looked far the better team for a long while but . .