FR CASEYS GAA CLUB NOTES
Recent Results
County Senior Championship
Fr. Caseys 0-11 Newcastle West 3-11
County U19 Championship
Fr. Caseys 4-11 Galbally 0-04
County U19 Championship
Fr. Caseys 2-15 Adare 1-12
County Senior Championship
Fr. Caseys 0-11 Newcastle West 3-11
Fr. Caseys travelled to Feenagh last Saturday evening to face Newcastle West in a top of the table clash. Both sides had already guaranteed quarter final spots with comfortable victories over Galbally but this would be a must tougher test. Newcastle West raced out of the traps and kicked 1-03 inside the opening 10 minutes. The deficit could have been worse only for a great save from Shane O’Connell, making up for an earlier error leading to the opening goal. Before the first water break, Fr. Caseys slotted over a well worked point from play with Robert Browne applying the finishing touches. A point from Adrian Enright and a converted free from Cormac Roche on the restart gave Fr. Caseys some confidence but four Newcastle West points stretched their lead to seven points as we entered the final five minutes of the half. A second Newcastle West goal as we headed for half time dealt Fr. Caseys a massive blow but a pointed free from Cormac Roche and another point from Adrian Enright kept the Abbeyfeale men in touch. The half time score was Fr. Caseys 0-05, Newcastle West 2-07.
A much improved second half display was needed and a long range free from Eliah Riordan followed by points from Cormac Roche and Adrian Enright seemed just the answer but a third Newcastle West goal would scupper all the hard work. The scores now became limited with Newcastle West content to hold possession given their commanding lead. Pointed frees from Adrian and Cormac kept the scoreboard ticking over with Newcastle West also raising another white flag. A point from play from Adrian Enright had the margin reduced to six points with 10 minutes remaining but unfortunately this would be the last Fr. Caseys score of the night. The last three points went the way of Newcastle West to give them a commanding and deserved nine point winning margin. The full time score was Fr. Caseys 0-11, Newcastle West 3-11.
It was a night to forget with too many battles lost throughout the pitch. The loss of key players to injury in the week of the game proved too severe and hopefully this will be resolved before the knockout stages. The team now have four weeks to improve ahead of the county quarter final against Monaleen. There is enough quality in this team to make a positive response and fingers crossed we see this on show when the football championship returns at the end of September.
County U15 Feile Champions
Well done to Fr. Caseys U15 Boys who won the County Feile last Saturday defeating Cappagh Rathkeale in the final. This is a fantastic achievement and wish them the best of luck in the next phase. Unfortunately our U15 Girls were narrowly defeated by Mungret their Feile final, stopping a unique double. The club are extremely proud of both teams and their achievements.
Club Limerick Draw The sixth Club Limerick Draw of the year took place last Saturday August 28th. Well done to Archie Madigan, St. Kierans who claimed the €10,000 jackpot prize and Teresa McCarthy, Granagh/Ballingarry who claimed the Exclusive Star Prize. Well done also to Donal Casey from Fr. Caseys who claimed a €100 cash prize. The next draw will take place on Saturday September 25th with another €10,000 jackpot up for grabs plus an Exclusive Star Prize and a host of cash prizes.
Our club is extremely thankful to all club members who support this draw. With 50% of the entrant fee returned to local club, the Club Limerick Draw provides us with vital funds to maintain and develop our club. Those still wishing to join for next month’s draw can register via the new Club Limerick website @ www.clublimerick.ie.
Club Lotto
Fr. Casey’s GAA Lotto Draw continues each week with the Jackpot as of August 30th standing at €18,400 and rising by €200 each week not won. Since its launch our new Lotto has been a great success and we are extremely grateful to all our supporters both near and far for their generosity.
How do you play? Simply select three numbers from 1 to 30 and one bonus number from 1 to 10. If all four chosen numbers appear the jackpot will be won or shared. A match three prize of €500 is also on offer and applies to the 1 to 30 number selection not including the bonus ball. As an additional bonus we have 4 lucky dips prizes totalling €150 selected each week. The draw will run on a weekly basis, each Monday night (Tuesday on Bank Holidays) at 9pm sharp. All ticket sales must be completed prior to 8pm will the draw results shared from 9pm on our Club Facebook Page.
Where can you buy a ticket? Tickets cost €2.50 and are available in a host of local shops including Moss Harnett’s Spar, An Siopa Milseán, Kathleens Foodstore, Sheehy’s Hardware, Danny Scanlon’s & Lanes Foodstore. You can also play Online @ https://www.klubfunder.com/Clubs/FrCaseys/Lotto with the option of reoccurring draws, yearly tickets and Quick Pick function available.
Club Website Check out our club website at www.frcaseysgaa.ie for all the latest club news, fixtures, results and lots more. Our club website is updated regularly and is well worth a visit. You can also follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/frcaseysgaa and on Twitter at www.twitter.com/frcaseysgaa