Mungret/St Pauls GAA Club Notes:

Mungret/St. Pauls 1-6 Feenagh Kilmeedy 2-8

Mungret/St. Pauls bowed out of the Premier Junior A Football Championship at the quarter-final stage on Monday 27 October 2025 in Sean Finn Park, as Feenagh Kilmeedy proved the sharper side in front of goal to take a five-point victory. Despite a strong spell midway through the first half and a determined second-half fightback, Mungret St. Pauls couldn’t quite overturn the early deficit.

Feenagh Kilmeedy opened the scoring after four minutes with a pointed free, but Mungret St. Pauls were quick to respond through a well-taken score from play a minute later. The early exchanges were evenly matched, but a flurry of frees saw Feenagh Kilmeedy edge ahead before striking a crucial goal on 11 minutes to push them 1-2 to 0-1 in front.

Mungret St. Pauls battled hard to settle again, and while Feenagh Kilmeedy added another free, a fine point from play on 14 minutes kept the city men in touch. Further points were exchanged as Mungret St. Pauls persistence began to tell — a tidy score on 22 minutes reduced the gap before an outstanding two-point strike from the sideline at 24 minutes left just two between the sides at half time: Mungret St. Pauls 0-5, Feenagh Kilmeedy 1-4.

The second half began tightly, both defences standing firm until the 13th minute when Feenagh Kilmeedy pointed from play to move three clear. Mungret St. Pauls hit back in style just two minutes later, a well-worked team move finished to the net to level the contest at 1-5apiece and give real hope of turning the tide.

However, Feenagh Kilmeedy responded strongly, landing a two-pointer from play and a free in quick succession to reopen a three-point cushion. Mungret St. Pauls kept fighting, adding another point from play on 24 minutes to stay within striking distance at 1-6 to 1-8. As the game entered its closing stages, Mungret St. Pauls pushed forward in search of another goal, but were caught on the break in injury time as Feenagh Kilmeedy finished to the net to seal the win, 2-8 to 1-6. It was a spirited display from Mungret St. Pauls, who showed real character throughout and will take plenty of positives from a strong campaign that saw several young players make their mark at adult level.

We would like to acknowledge and thank all the players and coaches who were involved with this team during the year.

Mungret St. Pauls 0-17 Adare 1-13

Mungret St. Pauls march into County Final after epic one-point win. Mungret St. Pauls are heading to the Limerick Senior Football Championship Final after a pulsating one-point victory over Adare on Saturday 1 November in Askeaton. In a contest that ebbed and flowed from the first whistle, Mungret St. Pauls showed immense composure, discipline, and belief to edge a heavyweight battle sealing their place in the county final against Newcastle West on Sunday, 9 November in Mick Neville Part at 3.30pm.

Mungret St. Pauls burst out of the blocks in style, taking complete control of the opening exchanges. Inside the first five minutes, John Hutton (two frees), Brendan Giltenane, and Shane Barry all found the target to give Mungret St. Pauls a commanding 0-4 to 0-0 lead.

Adare hit back with a point from play before finding the game’s first goal moments later, briefly levelling the contest at 1-1 to 0-4. Mungret St. Pauls response was immediate Giltenane again on target with a fine point from play to restore the lead.

Adare’s sharpness from placed balls kept them in touch, but Hutton continued to punish fouls at the other end, splitting the posts again on 14 minutes. As the half wore on, Adare began to find more joy in attack, landing three points in quick succession to edge in front by 1-5 to 0-6. Mungret St. Pauls, though, showed their trademark resilience — a two-pointer from Hutton steadied the ship, before James Killian and Darragh O’Sullivan added superb scores to send Mungret St. Pauls in 0-10 to 1-6 ahead at the break.

Adare came out strongly after the restart, reeling off three unanswered points to turn the game in their favour, 1-8 to 0-10. The intensity rose as both sides went to the bench, with Tom Lloyd and Diarmaid Hynes introduced to freshen things up.

A two-pointer from Adare stretched the gap to three, but Mungret St. Pauls dug deep. A Shane Barry free on 46 minutes began the fightback, followed by a fine effort from Jack McCarthy to make it a one-point game once again.

As legs tired, both sides traded scores Oisín Moss struck from play to keep Mungret St. Pauls within touching distance, and the substitutes made a huge impact. Hynes, full of energy, fired over two superb points before Barry added two more — one from a free and one from play to cap a stellar individual display.

The closing minutes were tense, but Mungret St. Pauls defensive unit stood tall, repelling Adare’s final pushes with grit and organisation. When the final whistle sounded, Mungret St. Pauls 0-17, Adare 1-13 victory by the narrowest of margins, and a ticket to the 2025 County Final. The dream continues for Mungret St. Pauls, who now march into our first Senior Football County Final in 24 years. Momentum, belief, and unity are on Mungret St. Pauls side — and the Red and White army will be out in force once again.

Scorers John Hutton 0-5 (3 frees, 1×2-pointer), Shane Barry 0-5 (2 frees), Diarmaid Hynes, Brendan Giltenane 0-2, Jack McCarthy, James Killian, Darragh O’Sullivan, Oisín Moss 0-1 each. Team Ronan McElligot; Jason Hassett, Robert Hegarty, Ciarán Uwatse; Frank Corcoran, Oisín Moss, James Garvey; Darragh O’Hagan, Jack McCarthy; Killian Ryan, Darragh O’Sullivan, James Killian; John Hutton, Shane Barry, Brendan Giltenane. Subs used Diarmaid Hynes, Tom Lloyd, Jack Somers, Conor Ó Longaigh, Darragh Bridgeman.

Mungret St. Paul’s continue to remember with great fondness our dear friend and clubman Joe Harrington, who sadly passed away in October 2022. Joe was a passionate GAA man a loyal supporter of our club, always willing to volunteer, and even took part in our Movember campaign back in 2013. His passing left an immense void felt by his family, friends and Mungret St. Pauls, but Joe’s warmth, kindness, and spirit continue to inspire us all. Joe’s wife Aileen, and children Liam, J.J., and Rosa, remain deeply grateful for the kindness and support shown by the exceptional care provided by the staff at Milford Hospice during Joe’s illness and afterwards.

This November 2025, our players and community are once again coming together for a special fundraiser Grow a Mo for Joe in memory of Joe and in support of Milford Hospice, the charity chosen by the Harrington family.

We’re asking everyone in the club and beyond to Grow a Mo for Joe this November, donate what you can, and help us support the incredible work Milford Hospice does for families like the Harringtons. Make your donation and spread the word via our I donate page together, we can make a difference in Joe’s memory.

It was an action-packed day of hurling in UL as Mungret/St. Pauls U14 hurlers competed strongly in the Super 10s Munster tournament, playing 13-minute-a-side matches against top opposition from across the provinces.

Mungret/St. Pauls 2-9 Kilmaley 2-6
Mungret/St. Pauls opened their campaign with a hard-fought win over Clare side Kilmaley. In a tightly contested encounter, Mungret/St. Pauls showed great composure in the closing minutes to edge ahead. Sharp finishing from their forwards and solid defending ensured they held on for a deserved three-point victory.

Mungret/St. Pauls 7-8 St. Dominics 3-1
The second group game saw Mungret/St. Pauls at their fluent best. Their attack clicked into gear early, with goals coming from several different players. A dominant display from start to finish saw them run out convincing winners, topping their group and booking a place in the semi-finals.

Mungret/St. Pauls 1-6 Ballygunner 2-12 
In the semi-final, Mungret/St. Pauls came up against a strong Ballygunner outfit. Despite a battling performance and moments of real quality, Ballygunner’s clinical finishing proved the difference. Mungret/St. Pauls never gave up, showing great determination and teamwork throughout, but the Waterford side advanced to the final after a well-contested game.

It was an excellent day’s hurling for Mungret St. Pauls, who represented their club with pride and skill. Two strong group wins and a spirited semi-final performance capped off a fine showing at the U-14 Super 10s tournament. Well done to all our players and the coaches, this will give them a good start as they start to think about preparing for Feile next year.