Athea GAA Club Notes:
Congrats:
Well done to Anna Murphy & Colton Brouder who played for the Limerick primary schools at half time in the Limerick v Cork Munster senior football championship match in Paurc Ui Caoimh last Sunday.
Mens:
County League- Division 6 R3:
Athea 2–12 | Banogue 6–6
We hosted Banogue in Round 3 of the County League Division 6 on Saturday evening in very windy conditions.
Banogue got off to a quick start with two early points before TJ Hunt and Andrew O Riordan got off the mark to level the game. However three Banogue goals in a five minute period midway in the first half put us under a lot of pressure. We reeled in the deficit with a good run of points from James Hunt, Andrew (tp), Dylan and TJ followed by Sean Ryan who scored three before halftime.
The halftime score was 0-12 to 3-02 with Banogue’s goals very much keeping them in the game.
Despite an early goal by Andrew, the second half proved a much tougher affair as Banogue took over and scored 3-04 without reply throughout the second half.
Brian O Connor scored a late goal to leave the final score Athea 2-12 Banogue 6-06.
The game is a real reminder of the expression goals win games.
Although the result didn’t go our way, with a number of senior players missing, this was another opportunity to give valuable game time to the younger players who will benefit from the game time. Panel Colin Broderick, Sean Twomey, Philip Daly, Pierce O’Brien, Eoin Sheahan, Callum Buckley, James Hunt (0-1), Jamie Collins, Andrew O Riordan (1-3,1tp), Jason Kelly (0-1), Dylan Griffin (0-2) , TJ Hunt (0-2), Brian O’ Connor (1-0), Sean Ryan (0-3), James Broderick
Subs Used: Kevin Murphy, Tadhg Ahern, Tomas G Ahern, Gavin Ambrose, Alan Kelly.
County League – Division 8 Round 3:
Athea 2-10. Na Piarsaigh 0-08
Athea produced a strong second-half display to secure an impressive eight-point victory over Na Piarsaigh, with two well-taken goals proving the difference between the sides.
The game began at a lively pace, with Na Piarsaigh opening the scoring and edging in front early on. Athea responded steadily, with Aidan Curry getting them on the board from a free before James Broderick added a point from play to level matters. The sides remained closely matched through the opening quarter, exchanging scores as the contest developed.
The turning point of the first half came midway through when Rory Cleary who had a great game found the net for Athea with a high ball over the keeper’s head. That goal gave Athea momentum, and although Na Piarsaigh continued to pick off points to stay in touch, Athea maintained a narrow advantage. By halftime, Athea led by two points, with the game still finely balanced.
After the break, Athea began to assert greater control. Points from Curry and Broderick stretched their lead, and their attacking play became more fluid and effective. Na Piarsaigh managed to keep the scoreboard ticking, but they struggled to break down a disciplined Athea defence.
Mark Reidy landed a two pointer in the 19th minute before the decisive moment arrived in the 24th minute of the second half when Jack Sexton struck for Athea’s second goal. Finishing clinically from close range, he extended the lead to ten points and effectively put the result beyond doubt.
Na Piarsaigh did pull back a couple of late scores, but without a goal, they were unable to mount any serious comeback.
This was a very good performance from the team who played with intensity throughout and secured this valuable win. The next match is a home match against Cappagh on Thursday April 16th. Panel Tomas Ahern, Cillian O Connor, Conor Fitzgerald, Pierce O’Brien, Tomas G Ahern, Martin Chawke, Gavin Ambrose, Tadhg Ahern, Michael Tierney, Rory Cleary (1-0), Brian O Connor, Michael Walsh, Tom Ahern, Aidan Curry(0-4,0-2f) James Broderick (0-4), Mark Reidy(0-2,tp), Jason Kelly, Jamie Collins, Jack Sexton (1-0), Wm Sexton, Dan McMahon, Jack Hunt, Gearoid O Sullivan, Colin Broderick.
Fixtures:
County Football League Division 8 – Round 2
Thursday 16th April, 2026. 7pm Athea v Cappagh Venue: Athea
Referee: Sean Hartnett
Ladies:
Our U16 girls played a 13 a side game against Monagea in Mick Neville last Wednesday, The girls played very well, with a great opening second half bringing the game to within 1 point. However against the wind, the final score was 4-14 to 8-07.
The team showed great fight and determination and never gave up!
The Junior Ladies game v Ballylanders was postponed yesterday with no new date set as of yet.
U17 Boys Football:
Athea 3-12 St Senans 0-08
This young team put in a powerful performance to record a great win in this first round game v st senans. We led at half time 1-06 to 0-06 thanks to a fortunate goal. With the aid of a slight breeze in the second half we gradually got on top and finished strong with some great scores. There were great displays all over the pitch especially Mark Collins and Daniel Hunt at midfield and Tony Ambrose at wing forward. Team Eoin Ahern, Edward Kelly, Tom Mullane, Jamie Brosnan, Daniel Broderick, Jack Leahy, Mark Ahern, Daniel Hunt, Mark Collins, Tony Ambrose, Kane Brouder, Joe Scanlon, Tadhg Hunt, Conor Leech and Colton Brouder.
Their next game is away to Granagh/Ballingarry on Wednesday April 22nd.
Munster Rugby:
The club are having a raffle for 2 premium tickets including pre match meal and drinks to the Munster v Ulster URC match in Thomond park on Saturday April 25th at 17.30.
Lines are for sale for €5 for this great prize. Thanks to long time Athea GAA club supporter DJ Fealy, and his mother Phil for gifting these tickets to the club.Contact any club member to buy a line. The draw will take place this weekend.
Underage Football Training Returns:
Our Friday evening 6:30 to 7:30underage training from nursery to U12s is back.
Hurling
Hurling Training Sunday Mornings 10am
Split the Bucket:
The last draw took place the 7th of April. The Lucky winner of €237 is Karen Greaney Congratulations. The next draw will take place on Tuesday the 20th of April 2026
The tickets can be Purchased at Collins shop, Ger Whites bar, Brown Joes bar, Gables Grill, O’Riordans Pharmacy, Credit Union, Batts bar Athea Hairstyles, Doctors waiting room, Bingo Friday evenings and also online @ https://atheagaa.clubforce.com/products/draw/athea-gaa-draw
Membership:
All players should have membership before starting back at training.