Mungret/St Pauls GAA Club Notes:
Limerick Players:
Well done to Hugh O’Neill, Sophia Neville, Eilís O’Neill and Sive Finnerty, who were all involved with the Limerick u16 team last weekend.
They contested the Munster ‘A’ Final, they gave it their all, but unfortunately, we’re beaten on the day.
The Limerick U20 hurlers played Waterford in the TUS Gaelic Grounds on Wednesday 22 April. It ended up with an agonising one point loss to Limerick with one last game to play. Well done to Mungret St. Pauls Sean Duff and Killian Begley who both played.
Well done to the U16 hurlers who played Tipperary on Saturday 25 April 2026 in Thurles. Mungret St. Pauls had Cian Reilly and Jamie Byrnes on the panel with Donal Duff on the management. A tough start for the Senior Hurlers in their first game against Cork in the Munster Championship on Sunday 26 April 2026. Mungret St Pauls are represented by Fintan Fitzgerald who was on the match day panel.
Fundraising:
Thank you to everyone who entered The Munster senior hurling championship fundraiser for Mungret St. Pauls. There is a great mix on the score board, few people could predict the draw on the Tipperary Waterford match and there were some gutsy people who correctly backed Cork for the win. How will this weekend play out, don’t forget to update your scores before it is too late.
Camogie:
(Tuesday 14th April) minor camogie:
Congratulations to the Minor Camogie team a fantastic win against Adare in Round 2 of the Minor B Championship!
Captained by Zahraa Khan, the girls displayed great skill and serious determination, finishing the game with a brilliant score!
Primary Games Squads:
We are delighted to announce that #MSPCamogies Kate Coughlan (Roxborough primary school) & Liv Cantillon (St Nessans) have been chosen to take part in 2 upcoming primary games
Kate’s match will be at the SHC Lmk v Cork game in Pairc Ui Chaoimh Sunday week.
Liv’s match will be at the SHC Lmk v Tipp game in TUS Gaelic Grounds in May.
There will no doubt be plenty of Mungret supporters in attendance on both days so be sure to take to your feet and cheer them both on
(Saturday 18th April) Camogie:
Our under 8s had a busy morning yesterday playing in a go games blitz against Cappamore and Crecora! It was a great success with 35 players taking part Thanks to the Treaty Gaels who hosted, the girls had an amazing day out!
It’s always great to see our future superstars out in action.
(Thursday 17th April) ️U14 Mackey League:
Well done to our U14 Camogie girls who put in a brilliant performance against Adare in the U14s Mackey League! Unfortunately, it just wasn’t meant to be but Captained by Mia Larkin, the girls never gave up and battled all the way through to the final whistle.
(Saturday 17th April) Camogie:
On Saturday our U12 girls headed to the home of Gaelic games ️Croke Park ️ for Caman to Croker, one of the biggest camogie festivals in the country with 64 U12 teams taking part from all four corners of Ireland!
Our girls faced some tough opposition — Lachtains of Kilkenny, Castlegar from Galway, and a very strong Nenagh Éire Óg side. They played with tremendous spirit, and did the club incredibly proud.
And if the day couldn’t get any better — four of our girls went straight from Croke Park to the Aviva Stadium, where they had the honour of being mascots for the Republic of Ireland Women’s International vs Poland.
The journey home was rounded off with a well-earned stop at Supermacs
Days like this are what it’s all about. Huge credit to every single one of our players — the future is bright!
(Saturday 17th April) Camogie
Well done to our Junior team who took on Tournafulla/Templeglantine in the Junior A Camogie League at home on Saturday evening. The girls delivered a fantastic performance, showing great strength and determination throughout.
It was especially encouraging to see so many Minor players making their debut, adding a lot of strength to the team and showcasing excellent skill. A brilliant team effort all around
Final score: Mungret 4-12 Tournafulla 1-1
(Saturday 17th April) Limerick U14s Camogie Development Sqaud
Well done to #MSPCamogies Mia Larkin, Aisling Carroll, Sophia Byrnes and Phoebe Mullane on being selected for the Limerick Camogie U14 Development Squad 2026
Best of luck for the season ahead girls!
Condolences:
Deepest Sympathies to the O’Keeffe and Nestor families on the passing of Noreen O’Keeffe, mother to registrar Aileen, mother in law to Brian and grandmother to players Caoimhe and Clodagh, to the extended O’Keeffe and Nestor families.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dilís
Condolences to the Collins family on the passing of Sean, father to Niall, father in law to Eimear, grandfather to player Conor and Kealon, to the extended Collins families.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dilís
Handball:
History was made once again in Mungret St. Pauls as the club stepped onto the handball stage for the very first time — and what a debut it turned out to be!
Entering the Community Games U13 County Boys Handball competition, Mungret St. Pauls didn’t just take part — they made a serious impact. In an outstanding first outing at competitive level, Brian Murphy, Dessie Jones, and Conor English rose to the occasion, claiming 1st, 3rd, and 4th place respectively.
Leading the charge was Brian Murphy, whose brilliant performance now sees him advance to represent Limerick at the Community Games Finals — a fantastic achievement and a proud moment for the club.
Huge congratulations to all the players on a memorable day, and special recognition to Mike Larkin, whose dedication and drive has helped bring handball to life in Mungret St. Pauls. This is only the beginning!
U13 Div 1 Hurling:
Mungret St. Pauls 3-6 Doon 3-6
Mungret St. Pauls shared the spoils with Doon in an evenly contested U-13 Division 1 Hurling League clash on Monday evening, 20 April 2026, in Doon, with both sides finishing level on 3-6 apiece.
In what proved to be a thrilling encounter from start to finish, Mungret St. Pauls showed great character and determination throughout. The visitors started brightly, working hard to create scoring chances and taking them well to stay in touch during a competitive opening half.
Doon, playing on home turf, also brought plenty of intensity and made the most of their opportunities, ensuring there was little to separate the sides. Mungret St. Pauls attacking unit showed sharpness in front of goal, raising three crucial green flags over the course of the game, while their defence battled tirelessly to contain Doon’s threats.
The second half was played at a high tempo, with both teams exchanging scores and momentum swinging back and forth. Every score was hard-earned, and neither side could manage to pull away as the clock ticked down.
In the closing stages, Mungret St. Pauls showed great composure under pressure to secure the vital scores that ensured they would not be beaten, earning a deserved draw on a final scoreline of 3-6 to 3-6.
A spirited and hard-fought performance from Mungret St. Pauls, with plenty of positives to take as they continue their league campaign.
U13 Div 4 Hurling:
Mungret St. Pauls: 3-3 Monagea: 2-3
Mungret St. Pauls’ U-13 Division 4 hurlers signed off their league campaign in style on Thursday evening, 23 April 2026, with a hard-earned and deserved victory over Monagea in Mungret.
Playing with great determination from the throw-in, Mungret St. Pauls edged ahead in a competitive first half. A well-taken goal proved the difference between the sides at the break, helping the home team into a 1-3 to 0-2 lead. While Monagea battled well and kept the scoreboard ticking, Mungret St. Pauls work rate and sharp finishing ensured they held the advantage.
The second half saw the contest open up, with both teams enjoying spells of momentum. Monagea responded strongly and raised two goals of their own to keep the pressure firmly on. However, Mungret St. Pauls showed great composure and resilience, adding two crucial goals to maintain their lead. Their defence stood firm in the closing stages, repelling late Monagea attacks to secure a 3-3 to 2-3 victory.
This result marks a positive end to the league campaign for Mungret St. Pauls, finishing second in their group. It’s a well-earned achievement for the panel and sets them up nicely for a Shield Semi-Final, where they will look to carry this momentum forward.
A strong team performance, full of effort and teamwork, will give great confidence as they move into the knockout stages.
U13 Div 1 Hurling:
Mungret St. Pauls 8-9 Murroe/Boher 1-5
Mungret St. Pauls delivered a dominant performance on Thursday evening, 23 April 2026, in the U-13 Division 1 Hurling League as they overcame Murroe Boher with an impressive display in Mungret.
From the outset, Mungret St. Pauls set the tone with sharp attacking play and relentless work rate all over the field. Their ability to find the net proved decisive early on, as they struck for a number of well-taken goals to build a commanding lead. By half time, they were firmly in control, leading 5-3 to 1-3, with their forwards proving clinical and their defence limiting Murroe Boher’s opportunities.
The second half continued in much the same fashion, with Mungret St. Pauls maintaining their intensity and discipline. Further goals and points followed as they kept the scoreboard ticking, showcasing excellent teamwork and skill throughout the pitch. Murroe Boher battled bravely and added to their tally, but they found it difficult to break down a well-organised Mungret defence.
In the end, Mungret St. Pauls ran out convincing winners on a scoreline of 8-9 to 1-5. It was a superb all-round team performance, with strong displays in every line contributing to a well-earned victory.
This result reflects the hard work and progress of the group, who showed great cohesion, determination, and scoring power. A very encouraging performance as they continue their season.
Canon O’Shea:
A huge thank you to everyone who came along to celebrate the retirement of Canon O’Shea on Saturday, 24 April. It was a fantastic night filled with great energy, as the whole community gathered to mark the occasion in style. Credit goes to the parish for organising such a memorable event, with an abundance of delicious food, lively music, and plenty of laughter and conversation carrying on throughout the evening.
Green Club:
What a fantastic turnout we had today. We want to extend a huge Thank You to everyone who dropped down to our Gear Swap and Bee Workshop. It was brilliant to see the community coming together to support our journey toward Green Club status.
The Gear Swap:
A massive thanks to everyone who donated and collected gear. Seeing so many “pre-loved” club and county jerseys, boots, and helmets find new homes is what it’s all about—recycling and reusing at its best!
he Bee Workshop:
We want to give a special mention and a massive thank you to Tom O’Brien for hosting such an engaging talk on our local pollinators. Our junior members (and the adults!) learned so much about the importance of:
• Nesting Habitats: How simple it is to create “bee hotels” and cavity-nesting spots to give them a safe place to live.
• Local Biodiversity: Why protecting these tiny workers helps keep Mungret green and healthy for everyone.
Together, we are making a real difference. Hon Mungret!
U17 Div 1 &2 Football:
Mungret St. Pauls 5-6 Kildimo Pallaskenry 2-10
Mungret St. Pauls delivered an impressive attacking display on Saturday afternoon, 25 April 2026, as they travelled to Pallaskenry and came away with a deserved victory over Kildimo Pallaskenry in the U-17 Division 1 & 2 Football League.
From the throw-in, Mungret St. Pauls showed intent and composure, moving the ball well and putting the Kildimo Pallaskenry defence under early pressure. Their positive start was rewarded with two well-taken penalties in the first half, both confidently converted to the net, giving the visitors a strong platform.
Despite Kildimo Pallaskenry responding with a series of points to stay in touch, Mungret St. Pauls ability to take their goal chances proved crucial. By half time, Mungret St. Pauls held a five-point advantage, leading 2-4 to 0-5.
The second half saw the game open up, with both sides committing strongly in attack. Kildimo Pallaskenry pushed forward and raised two goals of their own to keep the contest alive, but Mungret St. Pauls continued to show great attacking sharpness. Adding three further goals from open play, they stretched their lead and maintained control during key periods of the game. While Kildimo Pallaskenry kept the scoreboard ticking over with some fine points, bringing the game to just a 2 point difference, Mungret St. Pauls clinical finishing in front of goal ultimately proved the difference. Strong work rate across the field, combined with effective use of possession, ensured they kept their noses in front right to the final whistle.
A powerful and efficient performance from Mungret St. Pauls, with their goal-taking ability a standout feature in a well-earned away win.
Intermediate Hurling:
Mungret St. Pauls 2-13 St. Kierans 0-19
Mungret St. Pauls produced a battling and resilient display on Saturday evening, 25 April 2026, in their Intermediate Hurling League clash away to St. Kierans, earning a hard-fought draw in a game that ebbed and flowed throughout.
Playing in St. Kierans, the home side made the brighter start but both sides were level on 0-5 to 1-2 by the 17th minute, with Mungret St. Pauls staying in touch thanks to an early goal that kept them firmly in the contest. As the half progressed, Mungret St. Pauls grew in confidence and struck for a crucial second goal, and by the 28th minute they had moved into a 2-3 to 0-9 lead.
The visitors continued to work hard across the field, showing good movement and sharp finishing, and they carried a narrow advantage into the break, leading 2-5 to 0-10 at half time.
The second half saw St. Kierans respond strongly, chipping away at the deficit with a series of well-taken points. Mungret St. Pauls, however, continued to battle and kept the scoreboard ticking over themselves, holding a 2-11 to 0-14 lead by the 22nd minute of the second half.
As the game entered the final stages, the intensity lifted once more. St. Kierans pushed hard to close the gap, while Mungret St. Pauls showed great determination in defence and composure in attack. Despite their efforts, the home side managed to draw level late on, leaving nothing between the teams at the final whistle.
A strong and spirited performance from Mungret St. Pauls, with plenty of positives to take from a hard-earned result on the road.
Senior Hurling:
Mungret St. Pauls 4-28 Blackrock 3-17
Mungret St. Pauls produced a stunning second-half display to power past Blackrock in an action-packed senior hurling league clash in Kilfinane on Saturday, 25 April 2026, finishing strongly to secure an emphatic victory. The game began at a lively pace, with Mungret St. Pauls settling quickly and racing into a 0-3 to 0-0 lead inside the opening six minutes. However, Blackrock responded well, chipping away at the deficit and eventually edging in front as both sides traded points in an evenly contested opening quarter.
Mungret St. Pauls regained momentum midway through the half, hitting a purple patch with a succession of fine scores to open up a four-point lead at 0-11 to 0-7 by the 21st minute. Their sharp movement and accurate shooting were a highlight during this period, but Blackrock hit back in dramatic fashion approaching half time.
A surge from Blackrock saw them raise two quick goals, swinging the momentum firmly in their favour. Despite a late Mungret St. Pauls point, the concession of those goals left the visitors trailing at the break, 0-14 to 2-11.
Mungret St. Pauls came out for the second half with real intent, immediately narrowing the gap with early points before a crucial goal in the fourth minute turned the tide and pushed them back into the lead. From there, their confidence grew, and they began to dominate proceedings.
A relentless attacking display saw Mungret St. Pauls continue to pile on the scores, combining excellent point-taking with clinical finishing in front of goal. A second and third goal in the second half proved decisive, coming at key moments just as Blackrock threatened to stay in contention. While Blackrock remained dangerous and added a third goal of their own, Mungret St. Pauls showed great resilience and composure, responding each time with scores of their own. Their work rate, sharp passing, and ability to convert chances proved the difference as the game wore on. In the closing stages, Mungret St. Pauls pulled away decisively, adding further goals to cap off a dominant second-half performance and seal a comprehensive win.
A superb all-round team display from Mungret St. Pauls, with their second-half intensity and scoring power standing out in an impressive victory.
U13 Div 1 Football:
Mungret St. Pauls 2-3 Monaleen 1-5
Mungret St. Pauls produced a spirited and determined performance on home soil on Saturday afternoon, 25 April 2026, edging out Monaleen by the narrowest of margins in an exciting U-13 Division 1 Football clash.
Played in great conditions, both sides showed excellent skill and commitment from the throw-in, Mungret St. Pauls settled into the contest and began to find their rhythm, working the ball well through the lines and taking some fine scores.
The turning point came when Mungret St. Pauls struck for a crucial goal, giving them a boost and helping them edge ahead. Monaleen responded well with some well-taken points of their own, ensuring it remained a tightly contested encounter throughout.
The second half was a tense and competitive affair, with both teams battling hard for every ball. Monaleen kept the scoreboard ticking over, but Mungret St. Pauls showed great composure and determination, adding a second vital goal at a key stage to keep their noses in front.
As the game entered the closing stages, the visitors pushed hard for a winning score, but the Mungret St. Pauls defence stood firm under pressure, showing great discipline and teamwork. Mungret St. Pauls held on bravely to secure a well-earned victory.
A fantastic team performance from Mungret St. Pauls, with great effort, resilience, and teamwork on display throughout.