KIERAN 'Fraggie Murphy' will captain the Cork hurlers in 2010. The appointment of the Sarsfields forward was announced this week, and he replaces John Gardiner, who skippered the team for the past two years.
Murphy becomes only the second player to be chosen since the decision was made to alter the method of appointing captains in 2007. Prior to that the county champions had the right to appoint the captain of both county teams, but the task was entrusted to the team management two years ago. Gardiner and Graham Canty were the first two players to be chosen under the new system by Gerald McCarthy and Conor Counihan respectively. Click here for more.
CHANGING OF THE GUARD
Bertie Og Murphy has decided to step down as Senior Hurling Manager for the coming year. The club owes a huge debt of gratitude to Bertie Og and his entire management team for overseeing our most successful period over the past 2 years. Winning the County title in 2008 and runners up in 2009 has been a huge achievement and hopefully has laid the foundation for future success in the coming years. Our new manager will be selected at the forthcoming Annual General Meeting on Jan 10th. Linked below is footage from Bertie Ogs 96fm award.
The Senior League Final V Newtown fixed for tonight has been canceled due to waterlogged pitch
Mass
Members of Sarsfield hurling club are invited to attend a special Christmas Sports mass which takes place Tuesday 15th December at 8pm in St Josephs Church Glanmire to celebrate Christmas and to mark the past 12 months sports award winners. The mass is at 8pm and will be celebrated by Fr Ted C Sheehan The organisers wish to thank Fr Noel O Sullivan PP and Fr Ted Sheehan CC for their co-operation and assistance with the sports mass Hope to see ye all there.
Please support former Sars goalkeeper Donal O'Rourke and his fiancé Jen Delaney in the Runaway Bride Competition. Voting starts Wednesday 25th November and closes Friday 27th November 2009. To vote please log onto www.beat102103.com and vote for Donal and Jen. All support greatly appreciated.
Sarsfields Juvenile Hurling Club held their annual table quiz on Thursday 12th November. Manus O’Donnell’s team were deemed winners with a very high score. In second place was Gillian O’Callaghan’s team and in third place was Joe Douhig’s team. A big thank you to Nicky Barry and Frank Linehan, quiz master and score keeper on the night. The night proved to be a great success. All funds raised go towards the development and promotion of under age hurling in the area.
Sarsfields Camogie Club are celebrating their 40th anniversary on the 21st November 2009 in the Vienna Woods. All welcome (especially past players). Tickets (EUR 30) on sale this Wednesday 18th November in the Sars clubhouse between 8pm - 10pm. Alternatively ring Gillian on 086 6022333.
The Minor D Championship, in its inaugural year, was played on a round robin basis. Sars qualified for the final against Barryroe having been unbeaten all year. The game was played in the camogie grounds in Mahon which was in fantastic condition. Click here for more.
The Juvenile Club recorded a very significant double with both our Under 11 teams winning their respective league finals over the same weekend. Both teams at the start of the competitions were split evenly but regardless, still managed to beat all opponents at A grade level. A fantastic achievement! Well done to everyone involved. Click here for photos.
Sars Under 12 A's recorded a great East Cork double this year winning the league and championship. Unfortunately we lost very narrowly in the County Final against Blackrock. Here are photographs taken on the day of the final by Liam Healy.
Saturday 31st Oct @ 2pm - U11 City Leauge Final Sarsfields 2 -v- Blarney @ Tank Field
Sunday 1st Nov @ 11:30am - U11 City League Final Sarsfields 1 -v- Na Piarsiagh @ St Vincents
TUESDAY 3rd NOV @ 7.30pm - SENIOR LEAGUE SEMI FINAL SARSFIELDS V KILLEAGH @ RIVERSTOWN
Table Quiz Sarsfields Juvenile Hurling Club – Table Quiz Thursday 12th November
We would appreciate the support of all Parents in this fundraising venture – Table of Four €20 – If you are unable to attend contributions/Spot Prizes can be given to your son's manager or any of the Club Officers.
Bag Packing
Our Annual Bag Packing at Ryans Supervalu will take place on Thurs 12th, Friday 13th and Saturday 14th of November.
The opening round of the Evening Echo sponsored county U21 “A” hurling championship took place on Saturday afternoon with defending champions Glen Rovers facing Imokilly Champions, Sarsfields in the second game at Pairc Ui Chaoimh. Sarsfields, fielding six of the side defeated in the county senior final on the previous Sunday, were also anxious to put last year’s defeat to Glen Rovers behind them, so they had plenty to motivate them as they went into this game in a positive mood. Glen Rovers also had plenty of quality players in their side with Cork star Patrick Horgan lining out at full forward. Click here for more.
Those who had thought that Cork had seen the end of Newtownshandrum and their running game, a style that had so divided the county, were proved wrong yesterday in Páirc Uí Chaoimh – emphatically wrong. Sarsfields were reigning Cork hurling champions, had powered their way back to this final again in imperious fashion. On the other side of the draw, however, Newtownshandrum too had been doing the business, Glen Rovers (twice), UCC and the Barrs all clinically put to the sword. Clearly then these were the two best teams in Cork, and by some distance; the question to be decided yesterday was, who was top dog? From a Cork hurling perspective, however, the bigger question to be decided was this – which style would come out on top, the traditional direct Cork style as favoured by Sars, or the much-derided possession-running game perfected by the north Cork club over the last decade?
Pictures courtesy of Declan Barron of the East Cork Journal.
Intermediate Camogie County Final
Clonakilty 2-11 Sarsfields 1-08
Clonakilty came out on top in this final at Castle Road on Sunday. The Sars girls knew they had a tough task entering this match as Clonakilty had already annexed the county junior ladies football title this year. Sars got off to a good start when Rita Crowley pointed. Clon powered into the game and worked two goals. Shirley Crowley repsonded with a goal for Sars on the stroke of half time, leaving the score 2-8 to 1-5. Sars playing with the wind in the second half kept working hard. The goal that Sars needed never came as Clonakilty's packed defence held tight.
The Sars girls can feel proud of their achievements this year, having steped up in grade from junior. The good performances during the year of underage players such as Isobelle Kearney, Rita Crowley, Aisling Whooley, Orlaith Keane, Yvonne O'Callaghan, Laura Barry, Emer O'Connell, Nicole Hickey, and Mairead O'Farrell means that the future looks bright. Hopefully the girls can continue their rise and go one step better next year. Click here for a match report.
THEY SAY winning is a habit and that certainly is the case down in Glanmire over the past two years.
Nine championship matches, nine wins and now just Newtown stand between Sarsfield's and retaining the Evening Echo Senior Hurling Championship. Sars had gone a painful 51 rears without a senior county before last year's breakthrough but it was the events of 2007 that lay the groundwork for their epic 2008 season, and subsequent push towards two-in-a-row this summer. The importance of securing the 2007 Ulster Bank Premier Minor County, which they defended last year, to their resurgence has been well documented but according to coach Bertie Óg Murphy, the 2007 All-Ireland sevens tournament also gave them a platform for glory. Click here for more
HAVING made his debut in 2000, Ray Ryan is one of the most experienced players on the Sarsfields senior
hurling team.
For eight of those years, he toiled with little reward but last time around 51 years without senior success were finally ended as Sars beat Bride Rovers to claim the title. Now they are back in the decider against Newtownshandrum and Ryan has no doubt the current side is the best he has played on for the club, simply because there is such a good spread of quality, leading to extremely tough competition for places.
"I've played with fantastic players all through my career," Ryan says, "but we have 25, 30 fellas here who are all fantastic, you could play any 15 and the team wouldn't weaken at all. "We have fantastic subs, and it's brilliant to know that if you're not playing well or the fella outside you isn't playing well or a fella up the field isn't playing well, that someone can come on and it won't weaken the team." To emphasise the point, he lists several players who did not start in the semi-final win over CIT, many of whom were getting their first senior run of the year as they had been part of the club's junior side which reached the East Cork JAHC final. Click here to read more.
The county final has now been fixed for Sunday 11th October @ 12 pm in the Cork Camogie grounds, Castle Road, Blackrock. The change of date is due to a wedding in the Clonakilty camp. The Sars girls are looking for a massive support from the Sars faithful. Supporters can have a great day out attending the camogie final before travelling on to the hurling final in Pairc Ui Caoimh. The Sars girls have given fantastic entertainment to their supporters all year. The round robin clash with Clonakilty earlier in the year in Brinny finished all square, after a nail biting hours action. We wish the girls the very best of luck.
Well done to the Sars girls who progressed to the county final after overcoming a stiff test from Tracton on Saturday evening in Blackrock. Sars got off to a good start when Orla Barry goaled after seven minutes. Tracton responded with a pointed free. Sustained Sars pressure resulted in a 45 which Emer O'Farrell pointed. Back came Tracton with a goal and a point from open play. Emer O'Farrell levelled it on the stroke of half time with an expertly taken free. Tracton came out after half time with all guns blazing and raced into a two point lead. Credit to the Sars girls who kept working hard and their endeavours were rewarded when Emer O'Farrell sent a 21 yard free to the net. Rita Crowley extended the Sars lead with a well taken point.
Back came Tracton with two points to leave the minimum between the sides. Aisling Whooley who was Sars best forward on the evening was fouled in the small parallelogram. Emer O'Farrell was desperately unlucky with the resulting penalty, the ball striking the crossbar and post before going wide. Shirley Crowley who was now making good progress on the flank for Sars added a point with less than two minutes remaining. The Sars faithful had to endure a tense few minutes as Tracton attacked.
When Margaret Lynch was fouled when coming out of defence with the sliothar, Sars were able to lift the siege and the game was won on a final score of 2-6 to 1-7. Edel Murphy was the star performer for the Sars girls, and was ably assisted by Orla Butler, Emer O'Connell, Catriona Barry and Aisling Whooley. Sars now have a week to prepare for the county final against Clonakilty which will take place at the Cork Camogie Grounds, Castle Road, Blackrock.
Sarsfields will face Tracton in the county semi final at the Cork camogie grounds in Blackrock on Saturday 3rd October @ 4.30 pm. Sars qualified for the semi final by beating an understrength Tracton side at the same venue last week in their final round robin game. Sars will enter the contest as underdogs, given Tracton's impressive record in the round robin series. An outbreak of flu in the Sars camp has disrupted preparations, but hopefully, all the girls will have recovered in time for the big match. The girls have the belief that they can upset the form book and come out with a victory on Saturday evening. A big support would help the girls enormously. Hope to see you all there!!!
Sat. 3rd Oct. @ 12 noon - U12 B League FinalRussell Rovers -v- Sars @ Shanagarry
Mick Cashman Cup 2009 Champions
Sarsfields U10's were victorious in the Mick Cashman Cup on Saturday 26th September. Sars beat Na Piarsaigh in the final. The captain on the day was Ryan Butler. Congratulations to all involved.
Sarsfields, the reigning Evening Echo sponsored Cork senior hurling county champions, will get the chance to defend their title against Newtownshandrum after holding off the challenge from CIT in the second semi final which was played in Pairc Ui Chaoimh on Sunday afternoon as the curtain raiser to the county senior football final. Conditions were perfect for the game and with a fine crowd present the champions proceeded to test the students from the off.
Intermediate Camogie
Well done to Sars who beat Tracton in their final round robin match at Castle Road on Saturday evening. They now face the same opposition in the county semi-final next week.
Upcoming Fixtures
Wed. 30th Sept. @ 6:00 pm - U11
Sars -v- Kiltha Óg @ Kiely Park
Sat. 3rd Oct. @ 12 noon - U12 B League Final
Russell Rovers -v- Sars @ Shanagarry
Photos
Juvenile Teams
Marymount Hospice Coffee Morning At Sars Pavillion
Fr.Martin Barry will celebrate the Annual Club Mass on Friday 18th Sept at the club pavilion at 8.30 pm.
Advertising
Congrats to Liam and Linda O Donnell ( Gemini Jewellers) who are our first advertisers to appear on our new advertising promotion . To date the response to the campaign has been truly phenomenal.Paddy Gahan is flat out preparing the signs at present and many more will join Gemini Jewellers very shortly.
In the meantime be sure to support our advertisers.Rumour has it Gemini may have a special discount for Sarsfields supporters....watch this space
Upcoming Fixtures
Saturday 19th September @ 11am - U12D East Cork Championship Final Killeagh -v- Sars @ Killeagh
Wednesday 23rd September @ 6:10 pm - U11 East Cork League Match Midleton -v- Sars @ Midleton
Results
Junior B Hurling Championship Midleton 3-12 Sarsfields 0-12
County Premier Minor Hurling Championship Sarsfields 1-11 Midleton 3-13
Congratulations
Congratulations to Emer O'Farrell who who an all-Ireland Camogie medal with Cork last weekend.
Sarsfields hurling and camogie clubs would like to wish Emer O'Farrell the very best of luck
in Sunday's All Ireland Senior Camogie Final against Kilkenny. According to Emer, "both
defensively and in attack we will have to put in a top performance or else we know the cup
won't be coming back to Leeside with us.
The fact we are in our eight final in a row won't
matter a damn if we lose on Sunday. "I still think that there is still a bad taste after we
lost in the final two years ago and I for one don't want to experience* that feeling again.
We played well that day but the hunger and desire that Wexford had was unbelievable. "It will
be the same on Sunday from Kilkenny and we will have to surpass that to win.
The feeling we
all had after losing two years ago still drives us on as we face into what will be another
tough game for us. "But we have the squad to deal with this and the experience we have gained
over the eight years should stand to us. We know what we have to do and all will be geared up
for the challenge ahead."
It is obvious from talking to Emer about her passion for the game
and as well as Cork her club means a lot to her. "My club is my world and without them I
wouldn't have been lucky enough to get where I have without my club. I joined Sars when I
was nine and haven't looked back since then. In my younger days at the club I was lucky
enough to have the likes of Liz Dunphy and Breda Kenny training me. "To have players like
this training you can only inspire you and when they won the All-Ireland one year when I was
nine or 10 I managed to get on the bus for the homecoming.
Upcoming Fixtures
Sat 12th Sept, Premier Minor Hurling Quarter Final - Sarsfields v Midleton - 4.30 pm in Killeagh
Mon 14th Sept, U16 Premier County - Sars -v- Douglas - 6:30 pm in Riverstown
Wed. 16th Sept, U14 A East Cork League Final - Midleton -v- Sars in Midleton @ 6:30
Up-coming Coffee Morning in aid of Marymount Hospice
A coffee morning will take place at the Sarsfields Clubhouse on Saturday 19th Seprember 2009 at 10am in aid of the development of the new Marymount Hospice in Curaheen. You're support will be greatly appreciated.
Senior challenge - Sarsfields V Clonoulty Rossmore - Wednesday 9th Sept @ 8.15pm in Riverstown
Result
East Cork Junior A Hurling Final - Sarsfields 2-11 Castlemartyr 0-23
A very dissappointing second half display saw Sarsfields lose out to
Castlemartyr in this year's East Cork Junior A Hurling Final. After a good opening half,
Sars lost their way in the second period. Sars looked sharper in the opening exchanges, and when Garvan McCarthy rattled the net with the first goal of the game, Castlemartyr found themselves 5 points in arrears. An Eoin O'Sullivan goal helped Sars to a 5 point half time lead. In the second half Castlemartyr gained momentum and it seemed everything they hit went over. Castlemartyr dominated and eventually ran out winners on a scoreline of 0-23 to 2-11. Click here for match pictures.
Team: Willian Flynn, Damien O’Regan, Paul Roche, Eoin Whooley, Fintan Burke, Philip Fahy, Garry Grey, Cian Smith, Joe Cashman, Cormac Duggan, Pat Barry, Thomas Crowley, Michael Kenneally, Garvan McCarthy and Eoin O’Sullivan. Sub used: James Burke for Joe Cashman.
[Sat 5th September 2009]
Upcoming Fixture
2009 - U 21 A H C - Ben Purcell Cup
Sarsfields VS Erins Own
Monday 07 September 2009 @ 6.30pm in Riverstown (Note change of venue)
The Sarsfields U12 hurlers defeated Killeagh in the East Cork Final on a scoreline of 6.13 to 4.05. The captain on the night was Luke Hackett. Well done to all involved. The U12s now go on to play Bandon in the county championship in approx 2 weeks. Date and venue will be posted here.
The Sars U16 hurlers lost last night to Midleton in the final of the East Cork Championship. 3.12 to 5 points.
Sarsfields and Ballyduff served up an entertaining hours hurling for the first time last night under lights. On this occasion Sars proved a little too strong for the Waterford visitors who themselves had a titanic struggle with Mt. Sion in their Championship tie over the weekend. Click here for photos.
Sars finished second best in this penultimate round robin fixture in Whitechurch last Sunday. Emer O'Farrell cobntributed seven points, and Aisling Whooley scored a well taken goal. Best performers for Sars on the day were Orla Butler, Catriona Barry, Sinead O'Leary and Doris Murphy.
The final round robin fixture is versus Tracton, time and venue TBC.
-Mon. 31st Aug. @ 6:45 - U12 East Cork Championship Final Sars -v- Killeagh Itas @ Riverstown
-FIRST GAME UNDER FLOODLIGHTS AT RIVERSTOWN - SARSFIELDS WELCOME BALLYDUFF UPPER TO RIVERSTOWN ON TUESDAY NIGHT - 1st SEPT. THIS WILL BE THE FIRST GAME UNDER LIGHTS WITH THROW IN AT 8.15.
Member of the Sarsfields club were invited to the Vienna Woods Hotel last Sunday night to mark the launch of their Christmas Party packages. Their Christmas party brochure can be viewed by clicking on the pdf link below.
For the second match in a row, proceedings finished up all square in this round robin tie at Castlelyons last night. After a slow start, Sars gradually got to grips with the pace of the match, having trailed by four points to nil after 10 minutes. Emer O'Farrell then hit 1 02 from placed balls before scoring a good goal from open play. Fr. O'Neills took the lead again in the second half through a penalty which hit the back of the net. Sars kept battling and never gave up.
Their efforts were rewarded when Rita Crolwey sent a rocket to the Fr. O'Neills net from a tight angle, a top drawer goal any forward would be proud of. With the clock ticking down, Emer O'Farrell hit a long range point from a free to leave the final score all square. Sars have goalkeeper Orla Butler, and full backs Aisling Griffin, Sinead O'Leary and Catriona Barry to thank for keeping their unbeaten record in this competiotion intact.
A big improvement will be needed to overcome an experienced Newtownshandrum side in the next round. This game is fixed for next Sunday, 30th August @ 12.00pm, venue TBC.
SARSFIELD'S powered their way into this year's East Cork JAHC final with a blistering performance on Tuesday night in Caherlag.
What a difference three days makes in hurling with a super tight match between these two sides last Saturday night with nothing between them, was contrasted significantly in this replay with Sars dominating.
Early indicators suggested that this was going to be another tight affair with points exchanged up
until the 10th minute.
Early scores for Lisgoold came from Maurice O'Connell, Jonathon O'Shea and David Barry, but the Lisgoold men were always chasing Sars who were never behind.
The Sars early points came from Eoin O'Sullivan, Gary Grey, Pat Barry and Thomas Crowley.
Crowley was the only change on the Sars team from the first match and over the course of the 60 minutes he rewarded his selectors' faith in him by being the top scorer with 1 -3.
Sars pulled away on the 14th minute when they extended their lead to four. O'Sullivan, Barry,
Cian Smith and Cormac Duggan all raised the white flag without reply and on the 23rd minute Garvan McCarthy hammered the into the Lisgoold net, following some neat play and a great set up by Eoin O'Sullivan, leaving six points between the sides.
It seemed an eternity but eventually Lisgoold did reply through their talisman O'Connell on a couple of pointed frees, but Sars finished the first half with two scores from Michael Kenneally and additional points from Crowley and O'Sullivan giving Sars eight points clear at the break.
The second half was all Sars too, goals from Thomas Crowley and Jonathon Kelleher plus a barrage of points really showed a gulf between the sides.
Lisgoold battled to the end, but only managed four points in the second half.
Now September 5 in Rostellan, the venue for this year's final, is all set up for a cracking finale to this year's championship as Sarsfield's take on the very impressive Castlemartyr men to decide who will lift the East Cork title.
Scorers for Sarsfields: T Crowley 1-3, E O'Sullivan 0-4 (0-2f), G McCarthy 1-1, J Kelleher 1-0, P Barry, M Kenneally, G Grey (0-1f, 0-1 65), C Duggan, C Smith 0-2 each, F Burke 0-1. Lisgoold: M O'Connell 0-5 (0-2f) J Cronin, J O'Shea 0-2 each, D Barry, A Conroy 0-1 each.
SARSFIELD'S: W O'Flynn; E Whooley, P Roche, D O'Regan; F Burke, P Fahy, G Grey; J Cashman, C Smith; C Duggan, P Barry, T Crowley; G McCarthy, E O'Sullivan, M Kenneally. Subs: J Kelleher for M Kenneally (39) J Kennedy for G McCarthy (54) C Harrington for E O'Sullivan (55). LISGOOLD: C Cronin; P O'Mahony, B Stack, K O'Shea; C Walsh, C Smart, J O'Connell; B Aherne, D Barry; J Cronin, (J N Connery, A Conroy; M O'Connell J O'Shea, R Smart. Subs: J Hurley for R Smart (23) L Foley for N Connery (27).
Riverstown was no place for the faint hearted this evening when both teams served up a rip roaring contest with Sarsfields edging out their valiant opponents by a one goal margin. In what was generally accepted as being the best under age contest seen at the venue for quite some time, Fr. O'Neills while naturally disappointed have certainly a very promising squad of players with a bright future. For Sarsfields - their Manager Barry Myers and his Management team - this was undoubtedly a sweet victory and now go forward to contest the East Cork Final. Well done to both teams for serving up a really entertaining hours hurling.
[Sun 23rd August 2009]
Result
East Cork Junior A Hurling Championship Semi Final
James Barry has a few remaining DVDs of the county senior final of last October which he put together for the under-age members. As well as the game itself, it also features the post match dressing-room celebrations and the bus journey home. Contact James for a copy @ 5 euro on 086 1514505 or jamesbarry_@hotmail.com.
Sarsfields on the ball with new web initiative (courtesy of the Irish Examiner)
SARSFIELDS Hurling Club has just completed a major refurbishment of their playing grounds at Riverstown.
The new sand-based pitch and state of the art floodlighting system will ensure all-year-round playing activities at one of Cork's most legendary venues.
After a few months of inactivity because of the development works, the clash of the ash can be heard once again at the pitch known affectionately as the Castle Field.
The county hurling champions, already
through to this year's semi-final against CIT, understandably want to cash in on such a magnificent facility and plan selling advertising space on the pitch surrounds. With a prime viewing location from the superb clubhouse, the club has received many enquiries from potential advertisers.
However, acutely aware of the financial constraints many businesses now face in these recessionary times, the club wants to lead the
way and give value for money.
Explains chairman
Tadhg Murphy: "We are conscious our club website is one of the most popular GAA sites in the country and last year had a total of 982,000 hits with 12,600 unique visitors.
On the strength of that, website administrator
Damien"O'Regan suggested giving advertisers year round exposure on the website and also provide the opportunity to set up links to their own websites through this medium."
Murphy points to the large overheads facing all clubs now and emphasises the need for exploring all avenues to help in fund-raising. He believes that for an initial cost of €500 (including the cost of the sign) and an annual fee thereafter of €300 advertisers are getting a good bargain.
• Those wishing to avail of the opportunity can contact: Chairman Tadhg Murphy at 087-2538192 or tadhgmurphycork@gmail.com or Club Secretary Jim Murphy at 086-2597150 or
secretary. sarsfields.cork@gaa.ie ______________________________________________________________________________________
[Thu 20th August 2009]
Upcoming Fixtures
East Cork Junior A Hurling Championship Semi Final
U16 East Cork Championship - Sars 1-12 Carrigtwohill 2-06
Well done to Sarsfields U16 team who gave a great display when defeating Carrigtwohill on the scoreline 1.12 to 2.6 at Killeagh this evening .
[Mon 17th August 2009]
Upcoming Fixtures
Wed. 26th August @ 7 pm - U12B East Championship Sars -v- Aghada @ Rostellan
Change of venue: Thurs. 20th August @ 7pm - U16 East Championship Sars vs Carrigtwohill @ Killeagh
Sarsfields Advertisement Opportunity
Sarsfields Hurling Club has just completed a major refurbishment of their playing grounds at Riverstown. The new sandbased pitch and state of the art floodlighting system will ensure all year round playing activities at one of Cork's most famous and legendary venues. Yes, the sound of the clash of the ash can be heard once again at the pitch known affectionately as "The Castle Field".
With excellent viewing areas, together with a prime viewing location from the comfort of the clubhouse, it is not surprising that interest has been expressed in availing of advetisement space in the surrounds of the pitch. However, in recessionary times Sarsfields are anxious to give value for money and maybe something extra to compliment the 18' x 3' advertisement board. Explains Chairman Tadhg Murphy " we are concious that our club website is possibly one of the most popular in the country and last year had a total of 982,000 hits with 12,600 unique visitors. So website administrator Damien O'Regan suggested why not give our pitch advertisers all year round exposure on our website and also provide the opportunity to set up links to their own websites through this medium. This is precisely what we are doing and for an initial cost of €500 (which includes the cost of the sign) and an annual fee thereafter of €300. So far the response has been extremely positive".
For those who may wish to avail of this opportunity please contact:
East Cork Junior Hurling Championship Quarter Final
Sarsfields 1-18 Dungourney 2-11
An impressive second half display by Sarsfields saw them advance to the East Cork Junior Hurling semi-final following a win against Dungourney on Sunday evening. Dungourney started brightly and went 6 points up after 15 minutes, playing with a strong breeze. Sars slowly came back into the game with Cian Smith and Eoin O'Sullivan leading from the front. Points from Cian Smith (2), Garvan McCarthy (1), Cian Harrington (1) and Eoin O'Sullivan (3) ensured Sars went in at the break only a point in arrears.
A much improved second half display saw Sars pull away from their opponents. Pat Barry goaled midway through the half to leave Sars with a healthy lead. With Michael Keneally playing very well, Sars continued to add to their lead. Dungourney scored two goals in the last few minutes to leave 3 points between the teams but man of the match Eoin O'Sullivan scored a free in injury time to seal victory. Sars now play Lisgoold on Saturday 22nd August in the semi final.
Team: William O’Flynn, Philip Fahy, Paul Roche, Eoin Whooley, Fintan Burke, Joe Cashman, Gary Grey, Cian Smith, Damien O’Regan, Michael Keneally, Garvin McCarthy, Cian Harrington, Cormac Duggan, Pat Barry, Eoin O’Sullivan
Sarsfields and Glanmire dual player Paul Hanley married Rita Barry in Dubrovnik, Croatia last Tuesday (11th August 09). Paul and Rita recently returned from Australia, where they are currently working, in order to tie the knot at the Mediterranean resort. Some of the guests at the wedding included Sarsfields and Glanmire players, Ciaran Sheehan, Conor McGrath, Kieran Murphy, John Murphy, Mark Hopkins and Michael Cahalane. Mark Hopkins was best man and John Murphy was groomsman. Plenty of tears were shed on the day, most notably by Mark Hopkins during his very emotional best man's speech. Sarsfields Hurling Club would like to wish Paul and Rita the very best for the future. Click here to view some of the photos.
Upcoming Fixtures
Friday 14th Aug - East Cork Minor C Cship Final - Sarsfields v Cobh. @ Rostellan - 7.00pm
Sunday 16th Aug - East Cork Junior A Championship Quarter Final - Sarsfields v Dungourney @ Carrigtwohill- 7.00pm
THE
CORK champions march on, leaving all in their wake, that has been the
trend his year with Sarsfields and it continued at Pairc Ui Chaoimh on
Saturday evening as they powered past Na Piarsaigh in the Evening Echo
SHC quarter-final.
A
pedestrian opening half gave no indication of the turbo-boost Sars were
to demonstrate in the second period, sparked by the introduction of the
gigantic presence of Micheal Cussen, and with the fearlessness of youth
they simply eased away from their city opponents. Click here for more.
Junior B HurlingChampionship
Sarsfields 7-17 Castlemartyr 1-1
A
great display by Sarsfields 3rd team in Lisgoold tonight saw them
advance to the semi final of the East Cork Junior B hurling
championship. Sars totally dominated the 60 minutes and led 5-08 to
1-00 at half time. Goals from Michael Kenneally, Ronan O'Regan, Shane
Collins and sub James Cussen ensured that Sars had a healthy lead at
half time. With Joe Kennedy, Eoin O'Keeffe, Mark Collins continuing to
play well for Sars, Castlemartyr weren't allowed to get into the game.
With James Cussen playing very well at full forward, Sars continued to
add on the scores and eventually ran out easy winners with a 34 point
difference in the scoreline.
Team: John Barry Snr, Ross Fahey, Joe Kennedy, Nigel O'Sullivan, Eoin
O'Keeffe, Darren Gaine, Kenneth Ryan, Mark Collins, Paul Goggin, Jordan
Gaine, Alan Corbett, Michael Kenneally, Shane Collins, Cormac Gaffey,
Ronan O'Regan.
Subs who came on: James Cussen, David Crowley, Shane Corbett, David Welsh
Upcoming Fixture
Monday 10th August @7:30 pm - U16 Challenge Sars -v- Bride Rovers @ Kiely Park
IT
ALL began back in 1994, Pat Ryan's senior hurling debut for Sarsfields,
one of the best club players this county has ever produced. That debut
was against Na Piarsaigh, a game that the city side prevailed in and
now they stand in his way again of progressing further in this year's
Evening Echo Cork County SHC.
The
landscape is much changed now, Sars are top of the pile, the reigning
champions and a side determined to keep a firm grip on the old
canister. When the draw paired these two sides together the immediate
reaction was that it was a game containing the potential to be the
match of the championship. Sars might be the champions but Piarsaigh
know the requirements too that are involved in landing the title,
winning it in 2004. Click here to read more.
EVERYTHING
that is good about the Ulster Bank Premier County Minor Hurling
Championship was witnessed in this clash at Pairc Ui Rinn last night.
The Glanmire side came into it on the back of an extra-time win over
Glen Rovers in a classic first round clash while their opponents
received a third round bye following their defeat by Carrigtwohill.
Click here to read more.
Two late points from Chris Ryan and Derek Looney snatched Sars from the jaws of defeat and secured a place in the East Cork Final where Cobh will provide the opposition. Yes the relief was very visible on the faces of Manager John Barry and his selectors Pat Harrington and John Delaney at the end of a titanic stuggle,and no doubt were very satisfied with the "never say die" attitude which the lads displayed to get over the line on this occasion.
Photos shows the team and the Team Managment of Manager John Barry and Selectors Pat Harrington and John Delaney.
What a cracking contest. Both sides must be congratulated on serving up a really entertaining league final at Riverstown yesterday evening. Heartbreak for O' Neills with a last minute goal tipping the scales tor Sars on this occasion. How often have we heard it said " the game is never over until the final whistle blows " proved yet again in Riverstown this evening. It would be unfair to single out individual displays, this was a team victory with every player giving everything to secure victory. Well done also to Manger Barry Myers and his managenent team. Looks like a very interesting championship to follow! Click here for pictures.
Sarsfields Juvenile Hurling Club held their 4th Annual Boys Summer Camp this July. Close to 160 boys between the ages of 6 and 12 participated for the week. This year the camp was held in The Pike Field, Sallybrook. Sarsfields capable mentors provided training for the week. At the end of the week prizes were awarded for "Best Target Practice" and "Most Improved Player" in each age group. Sarsfields and Cork Senior Hurlers, Conor O'Sullivan and Tadgh Óg Murphy, presented the prizes to each of the winners. A prize was also awarded for best coach Gary Grey. Fr. Ted Sheehan, CC of Glanmire, was also present on the day. Sarsfields Juvenile Hurling Club wish to thank all those who participated; coaches, supervisors and Glanmire Football Club for the use of their excellent facilities. The event was thoroughly enjoyed by all the participants , who are eagerly looking forward to next years camp.
More photos added. Click here to view. (note images may take a while to load)
Sarsfields minors returned to winning ways with an encouraging performance at Riverstown yesterday evening. Young Derek Looney showed some lovely touches as Captain Eoin O' Sullivan expertly availed of two goal scoring opportunities in the 2nd half. Thomas Crowley and excellent center back Joseph Cashman also impressed. Carrigaline provide the opposition in next round of the Premier Minor Cship. Fixture to follow.
A share of the spoils was a fitting result in this cracking tie played in Brinny thie evening. Edel Murphy found time from her industrious midfield display to come forward to notch a vital first half goal.Eimear O Farrell was unerring from placed balls,while Clare Holland had the score of the game with a cracking second half goal.Orla Butler,Jenny Murphy,Sineaid O Leary,Gemma O Donohueand Katrina Barry, were others to impress on this occasion.
Junior B Championship
Sarsfields 3.7 Castlelyons 1.12
Well executed goals from Ronan O Regan(2) and impressive corner forward Shane Collins proved vital in our thrillng one point victory over a gallant Castlelyons 15 in our first round tie played in tough conditions on Tuesday evening. Long serving custodin John Barry was faultless between the posts.Towering full back Joe Kennedy gave a man of the match performance ,ably supported by Eoiin O Keefe,Ken Ryan,Mark Collins,Jordan Gaine,and the aforementioned goal scorers. Castlemartyr will provide the opposition in the 2nd round. Fixture details to follow.
Pictures from a wet but happy Sarsfields Gaa camp held in Sallybrook where over 150 children from 6 to 12 took part. Thanks for Declan Barron of the East Cork Journal for the photos.
Sars and Mallow turned over level at the Glen Field in this Evening Echo Intermediate camogie championship clash, 2-2 to 1-5. Cork senior Emer O'Farrell was dominant for Sars, notching up a first half goal, while Aisling Whooley grabbed a second. In the opening half, Katie Buckley hit a goal for Mallow in a close opening 30 minutes when driving rain made conditions hard for both teams. With Emer O'Farrell adding five points Sars began to pull away but mallow hit back, Michelle Browne striking 1-1 before the clock ran out.
Its like old times down in Riverstown again with playing activities returning to one of Corks most famous GAA venues. Certainly, former player, contractor Bob O' Keeffe and his able deputy, Peter Barry can feel justifiably proud of their efforts in ensuring that our new sand based pitch is in excellent condition. Matches will continue on a limited scale for the rest of the season with an official opening, under our new state of the art floodlighting system, planned for later in the year. Details to follow. Click image for larger picture.
Sars Golf Society came of age recently with the holding of the their 21st annual Golf Classsic at East Cork Golf Club . At the presentation of prizes in the clubs pavilion Paddy Roche captain Sars Golf Society thanks everyone that made it the success it was in these recessionary times, all their sponsors especially Sidney Mc Ellehinney Ceilings the golf classic main sponsors.
Results were as follows:
· Winning team Ray Barry, Finbar Barry, Pat Hicky
· Runners Up Leonard Furlong, Donald Holland, John Holland,
· 3rd Kieran Murphy, John Murphy, John Barry,
· 4th Tom Connolly, Tom Scannell, Seamus Mc Govern.
· 5th John Flannery, John Murphy, Paul Mills
· 6th Ray O Rahilly, Eddie Morrisson, Andy Houlihan,
Nearest Pin on 18th John Barry
Longest Drive on the 10th Eamonn Kelleher
Non GUI Members
Winning team Richie Carroll, Paul Hicky, Mick Mooney
Runners Up Kevin O Callaghan. Martin O Donovan, Michael Ward
Result
Senior hurling league - Sars 2-14 St Finbarrs 2-14
There are never any winners and most of
all, the player and clubs they represent
are theones who suffer. The bickering,
huffing and puffing takes place in every club,
in every county, every year, with no learnings
taken from previous seasons and no signs of
any side re-aligning their stance.I'm talking
about Hurling and Football selectors clashing
over training and preparation of their individual
teams. Of course, unhelpful fixture lists
can compound the difficulties they face but
that aside, a better solution should be sought
to ensure both teams can prepare properly
without draining their player’s energy levels
and/or causing injury. Click here to read more.
DEFENDING champions Sarsfields served notice at Páirc Uí Chaoimh last night that it will take a very good team to dethrone them after they crushed Ballinhassig in a lively Evening Echo SHC third round tie.
Last year’s success has given this Sars outfit the necessary belief that they can put back-to-back titles together, but there is still a lot of hurling to play which includes a quarter-final clash with Na Pairsaigh before that happens. Click here for more...
To the neutral in the crowd Sars would have appeared to be the more balanced team in Caherlag, with Killeagh’s goalkeeper Ciara Motherway, being the difference between the two teams! Her superb endeavours justly earning her the ‘Player of the Match’ award.
Sars played suberb camogie and eventhough, unfortunately didn’t come out on top, gave an exhibition of skilful camogie throughout.
Sarsfields Junior 2 team drew with Cloyne in the league in Cloyne tonight. Leading by 2-08 to 0-06 at half time, Sars left Cloyne back into the game and were somewhat lucky to come away with a draw in the end. Sars had good displays from Philip Fahey, Darren Gaine at center back, Paul Goggin, Jordan Gaine and Ronan O'Regan who scored 3-04. Sarsfields Junrio 2 continue to top the league with 10 points after 6 games.
Team: Cormac Gaffey, Damien O'Regan, Philip Fahey, Neil Fitzgerald, Eoin O'Keeffe, Darren Gaine, Nigel O'Sullivan, Paul Goggin, Mark Collins, Michael Kenneally, Alan Corbett, Jordan Gaine, Ronan O'Regan, Rory O'Brien, Kenneth Ryan.
Subs: Conor McGrath, Emmet Fennell, Martin Connolly...
Sarsfields Junior 2 team recorded an impressive win over Midleton last night in the
Mossie O Sullivan Junior 2 hurling league. Two goals apiece from Rory O'Brien and Ronan O'Regan ensured Sars ran out impressive winners on the night. The Junior 2 team now top the league with 9 points after 5 games.
Full Forward John Barry Jnr who notched 2-02 was in impressive form as our Junior 2 squad just edged out visitors Douglas in a very entertaining clash this evening.
Wednesday the 10th of June, at 8.30 p.m. in Sarsfields Pavilion - Tables of four are €20.
All proceeds go to St. Trizah's Children's Home, in Nakuru, Kenya.
Sarsfields camogie players Doris
and Jane Murphy are volunteering in Nakuru, Kenya for the month of July, and will see that the funds are spent wisely on blankets, mattresses, and other essentials. They will also initiate a chicken project, where they will buy chickens for the home, thereby attaining produce and profit for the home, while keeping the children entertained!
After a great days hurling Sarsfields U 11 hurlers proved victorious in an excellently organised Na Piarsaigh U 11 annual tournament. Picture shows Sarsfields proud Captain Jack O' Connor with the tournament trophy.
Senior Fixture
Senior Challenge - Sarsfields V Cappawhite
@ Ardmore on Friday 5th June at 7.30pm
Fri. 29th May 7pm - U12 A League -
Sars -v- Midleton @ Kiely Park
Fri. 29th May 7 pm – U 11 TBC -
Mallow -v- Sars @ Mallow
Fri. 29th May 7 pm – U 12D TBC -
Sars -v- Russell Rovers @ Kiely Park
Fri. 29th May 7:15 pm – U 12A TBC -
Sars -v- Midleton @ Kiely Park
Sat. 30th May 10:30 am – U 9’s -
Blackrock -v- Sars @ Blackrock
Sat. 30th May 11 am – U 11 TBC -
Sars -v- Glen Rovers @ Kiely Park
Sat. 30th May 3 pm – U11 TBC -
St. Finbarrs -v- Sars @ St. Finbarrs
Mon. 4th June 6pm - U12 A League -
Watergrasshill -v- Sars @ Watergrasshill
Sars Hurling Team of 1962
Here is a revised list of the players who took part in the 1962 Senior Hurling Final V St Finbarrs. This picture appeared in the Evening Echo Recently, however some of the names were incorrect.
Intermediate League Sarsfields V Fr. O'Neills @ Ballymacoda 7.00 pm Fri 15th May 2009
County Intermediate Championship Fixtures
Round 1 Sarsfields V Mallow - Sun 5th July 2009
Round 2 Sarsfields V Clonakilty - Wed 15th July 2009
Round 3 Fr O’Neill’s V Sarsfields - Wed 26th August 2009
Round 4 Sarsfields V Newtownshandrum - Mon 31st August 2009
Round 5 Tracton V Sarsfields - September 2009 (date to be confirmed)
Semi Final 3rd Oct 2009
County Final 11th October 2009
Other Fixtures
TUESDAY MAY 19TH - JUNIOR 1 LEAGUE V CARRIGTWOHILL - 7.30 AT CARRIGTWOHILL
Wed 20th May 7:30 U 14 League - Sars -v- Fr. O'Neills @ Kiely Park
Click here for the match report for the senior championship game V Castlelyons last weekend.
Junior 2 Hurling League Result
Sarsfield 4-18 - St Itas 1-16
Sarsfields Junior 2 hurlers gave a sparkling display in overcoming a strong St Itas 15 at Bucklearys Cross this evening. John Barry was very solid in goal while Philip Fahy, Darren Gaine, and Eoghan O' Keeffe were very prominent in defence. Kenneth Ryan was excellent at mid-field. In attack Joe Kennedy and Ronan O Regan had a brace of goals each and David Walsh scored 6 excellent points from the left corner forward postition.
Sarsfields overcame a gallant Castlelyons team in the first round of the Senior Hurling Championship played in Midleton this afternoon. The two teams went in level at the break (Sars 0-09 Castlelyons 1-06) after Castlelyons got a lucky goal just before the whistle. Sars curtailed the influence of impressive Timmy McCarthy in the second half and eventually ran out easy winners. Tadhg Óg Murphy got the goal for Sars. Strong performances from Conor O'Sullivan, Darren Kenneally, Ray Ryan and man of the match Robert O'Driscoll, who registered 10 points from play, ensured Sars progressed to the next round.
Sunday the 10th May has been set aside for all GAA clubs in the world to celebrate the 125th Anniversary of the GAA. Sarsfields Hurling Club and Glanmire Football Club have organised events for the day. For a full programme of events please click here.
A goal deep into injury time from substitute Andy McSweeney proved to be the clinching score in a highly entertaining second round premier minor hurling contest at Pairc Ui Rinn this afternoon. Current Cork Minor panelist Eoin O'Sullivan was in superb form and contributed a staggering 2.11 of his sides total. James Burke and Anthony O'Leary completed the scoring with 1 point a piece. Young goalkeeper Fanahan McSweeney can be well pleased with his excellent performance. Joseph Cashman, Cathal Duggan, Fintan Burke and James Berkeley were also prominent on this occassion.
A very pleasant function took place on Friday last at St. Josephs National School, Riverstown when prize winners received their prizes for the GAA art competition. This was held to recognise the 125th anniversary of the GAA and more importantly the contribution it has made to the sporting life of this country.
Vice Principal of the school Mr. Coakley welcomed the Sarsfields representatives, Eithne Allen (Co-Ordinator of the schools programme) President Deniis Hurley, and Chairman Tadhg Murphy. He also paid tribute to both Sarsfields Hurling Club and Glanmire Football Club for the work they do for the youth of the locality and congratulated all those who took part in the competition.
Chairman Mr. Tadhg Murphy gave a brief histoey of the GAA since its foundation and also paid a special tribute to teachers Mr.Power, Mr.Bracken, Mr. McDonagh, and Ms O'Donovan for their involvement in GAA activities within the school. He also reminded the students that St. Josephs National School has proven to be a great nursey not alone for Sarsfields but also for Cork Players down through the years. The names of Kieran Murphy, Pat and Ray Ryan readily spring to mind. He also announced that Sunday 10th May has been designated as La na Gclub and Sarsfields and Glanmire clubs are combining to lay on a very big programme of events on the day. Full details of events will be announced shortly.
Finally, President Mr Denis Hurley presented the prizewinners with their prizes to bring proseedings to its conclusion
Junior Hurling League - Sarsfields 2.11 - Dungourney 2.11
Our Junior 2 team carved out a hard earned share of the points on Thursday in a closely fought league encounter. Scoring honours went to Shane Collins with 2.1 to his credit, while Eoin O'Keeffe, Cian
Harrington, Darren Gaine, Kenneth Ryan and David Walsh were others to impress.
Congratulations to Conor O'Sullivan for receiving the 96fm/Rochestown Park monthly award for March
Result
Junior Hurling League - Lisgoold 0-12 Sarsfields 0-12
Sarsields Junior A Team which drew with Lisgoold tonight in the league(Click to enlarge)
Veteran Gerry Grey really turned back the clock on his native Lisgoold soil tonight and his two late opportunist points from near the sideline gave Sarsfields a well deserved share of the spoils after a
very entertaining hours hurling. Gary O'Kelly Lynch, Dave O'Donnell and Damien O'Regan were outstanding in defence while Mark Collins worked himself to a standstill at midfield. Up front the Duggan brothers Cormac and Rory together with Joe Kennnedy were very industrious. While centre back Gary Grey was dominant in the pivotal role - all the talk was about his fathers performance on this occasion.
Team: William O'Flynn, Gary O'Kelly-Lynch, Philip Fahey, Dave O'Donnell, Damien O'Regan, Gary Grey, Cian Smith, Mark Collins, Kenneth Ryan, Cormac Duggan, Rory Duggan, Cian Harrington, Gerry Grey, Joe Kennedy, Seanie Farrell
Sub: Michael Keneally for Seanie Farrell (tiredness)(half time)
Senior Hurling League - Sarsfields 2-14 Ballinhassig 3-10
A very well executed goal in the last minute by impressive full forward Gavin O'Loughlin gave Sarsfields victory by the narrowest of margins in this very keenly contested senior league tie played at Cloughduv this evening. Both sides will be pleased with the competitive edge to this game with championship fixtures on the agenda in two weeks time.
Fixtures
Wed 22nd April - Junior Hurling League - Lisgoold V Sarsfields(1) - in Lisgoold @ 7pm
Thu 23rd April - Junior Hurling League - Dungourney V Sarsfields(2) - in Dungourney @ 7pm
Sarsfields Hurling Club would like to congratulate Christy Cooney on his Presidency of the GAA and wish Christy and his wife Ann and family all the best for his three years in office.
Saturday 18th April - Senior Hurling Challenge - Sarsfields V Loughrea (Galway) in Caherlag at 3pm Tuesday 21st April - Senior Hurling League - Sarsfields V Ballinhassig in Cloughduv at 8.30pm
2009 - JHL Div 2 - SARSFIELDS (2) (0 - 14) VS ST. CATHERINES (0 - 11)
Sarsfields Junior 2 hurlers got their league campaign off to a flying start with a great victory over St. Catherines at the Ballynoe venue. Great defensive work from Ronnie Hennessy, Phillip Fahy Darren Gaine and Eoin O'Keeffe set the platform for this victory. Midfielders Mark Collins and Alan Corbett were industrious all through. Up front Jordan Gaine proved a hand full while both David Walsh and Ronan O'Regan gave vintage displays with both notchin 5 points a piece. All in all an excellent start for our Junior 2 managment team of Ger Harte, Pat O'Sullivan, John Egan, Eddie Gaffey and Ray O Rahilly.
Team:Ross Fahy, Ronnie Hennessy, Phillip Fahy, Niall Fitzpatrick, Brian O' Sullivan, Darren Gaine, Eoin O'Keeffe, Mark Collins (0-1) Alan Corbett (0 - 1), Richard Gettings, Ruairi O'Brien, Jordan Gaine (0 - 1), Ronan O'Regan (0 -5), David Walsh (0 - 5), Robbie Cronin. Sub used: Danny Comerford.
[Friday 10th April 2009]
Fixtures
Sunday Apr 12th Senior Hurling League Sarsfields V Bride Rovers @ 4pm in Ballynoe.
Monday Apr 13th Premier Minor Challenge Sarsfields V Blarney @ 7pm in Blarney
Tuesday Apr 14th Junior 2 Hurling League Sarsfields V St.Catherines @ 7pm in Ballynoe
Sars Stars Joint Winners of February Fitzgerald Vienna Woods Hotel Glanmire & District Sports Award
Tadgh Og Murphy and Conor O Sullivan from the Sars club were joint winners of the Fitzgerald Vienna Woods Awards for the month of February for their outstanding display in bringing back the Fitzgibbon Cup as members of UCC Team after a lapse of 11 Years. They were presented with their awards by Michael Magner Joint Owner Fitzgerald Vienna Woods Hotel
Awards -co-ordinator Sean O Sullivan MC for the luncheon congratulated Tadgh Og and Conor their Fitzgibbon Cup. In presenting the awards Michael Magner paid tribute to Tadgh Og and Conor not just for their win in the Fitzgibbon cup but also for their commitment and dedication at club level which helped their club win the Evening Echo County Championship last year adding they are role models for all youth in the parish. Michael also congratulated William Kearney and Pat Barry Sars and Eoghan Murphy Erin’s Own who were on the UCC panel.
As well as those already mentioned other special guest at the lunch included the five local members of the UCC panel , Darragh Murphy deputising for the Lord Mayor Tadgh Og and Conor’s parents, brothers and sister and extended families Denis Hurley President of Sarsfield Hurling club Christine O Donovan head of sports in UCC ,William Grainger gaelic officer UCC Conor O Brien Vice President UCC, Billy Barry 96fm , Bob Honahan Cork County Board
Tadgh OG and Conor have hurling flowing through their veins ,Tadgh Og a grandson of the late and legendary Sars and Cork, Bertie Murphy, son of Tadgh ,and nephew of Bertie OG, Conor’s grandfather Tommy showed me an All Ireland Senior Football medal dated 1894, (the Nell V Dublin ) with the Cork Coat of Arms on it which his grandfather (Conor's great great grandfather) won.
Conor and Tadgh OG are carrying on the tradition with very impressive cv’s in both hurling and football , in Conor’s case U14 County championship in both hurling and football, U16 county hurling championship ,minor hurling championship ,college championship with Glanmire Community College, Senior Co Champions2008, played this years National league games and played left full back in the national league victory against Clare
Tadgh OG won All Ireland Feile (U14) in Belfast in 2000,U14 hurling championship ,played in all the national league games and was on the panel against Clare.
Congratulations to Conor O'Sullivan and Tadhg Óg Murphy, joint winners of Fitzgeralds Vienna Woods Sports Awards for February 2009. Click here for pictures (Courtesy of Seamus Keegan).
Former Sarsfields player and Cork's interim manager John Considine hailed the spirit of his players following a comeback win over Clare by 2-13 to 0-16. "A great win. Six points down, it was as if the lads made up their own minds that they were going to win. I had an armchair ride when they kicked into gear in the last ten minutes," he said.
"I couldn't do much, I didn't have to do much, the lads did the business. We have had only two nights with them and in that limited time we couldn't get them any fitter, any faster, we couldn't do any hurling, couldn't change any game plan -- we just pulled them together."
Congratulations to Sarsfield's UCC contingent on Fitzgibbon Cup win
Congratulations to William Kearney, Conor O'Sullivan, Tadhg Óg Murphy and Pat Barry who were all part of the UCC panel who defeated University of Limerick in the Fitzgibbon Cup final in Dublin yesterday.
Sarsfields Juvenile Club Registration Day and AGM Notes
Sarsfields Juvenile Club are holding a Registration Day on Saturday 28th February from 9:30am to 1pm. The registration day will be held in Sarsfields Pavilion, with refreshments available. All Welcome.
Sarsfields and Cork hurling selector Teddy McCarthy was last night honoured by the club for being the only player in the history of the GAA to win an All Ireland Football and Hurling medal in the same year. 1990 hurling captain Tomás Mulcahy and 1990 football captain Larry Tompkins were present in the Sarsfields clubhouse at the unveiling of a plaque in honour of Teddy Mac. Click here to see the photos. Thanks to Seamus Keegan for the photos.
Sarsfields, hurling club held their Gaa social last night at the Vienna Woods Hotel, Glanmire, where in excess of 430 guests celebrated the winning of the Senior and Minor Hurling county double. The senior success saw the “Sean Og Murphy” Cup return to Riverstown after a 51 year absence, while the County Minor cup remains in their possession after back to back wins. Throw in the East Cork U21 A hurling championship for good measure and it has been a fabulous year for the Sarsfields club. Among the guests were Cork county board chairman Gerry O'Sullivan, County Secretary Frank Murphy and Minor Board chairman Diarmuid O'Donovan. Sarsfields club chairman Tadgh Murphy welcomed all those present on this wonderful occasion and he thanked all involved in making both the night and indeed the year such a great success. Click here to view the photos (more photos to follow).
Sarsfields' chairman Tadhg Murphy presenting Fr Martin Barry, from Glanmire, Co Cork, with a replica of his 1951 Cork County SHC winning medal. Fr Barry, who has spent 40 years in Kenya with the St. Patrick's Missionary Society (Kiltegan Fathers), mislaid the original and Sarsfields ordered a replacement from jeweller and Cork hurling coach Gerald McCarthy.
Plenty of cause for celebrations for Sarsfields in Glanmire, Cork, at this year's end, with the return of the county senior hurling title to the dub after over half a century a bright highpoint in a successful season.
The year now drawing to a close proved an exceptional one for the Sarsfields club. Not only did the senior hurlers emerge from a long barren spell of 51 years, but the minor hurlers retained the county title in thrilling fashion, and the under-21 side went within an ace of making it a clean sweep. Click here for more.
Some GAA players go through their careers without winning a single medal at adult level and Sarsfields hurler Brian McCarthy looked to be stuck in that elite group until success in this year's Cork senior hurling championship. Click here for a recent Hogan Stand interview with Brian.
This is a photo of Frances Duggan of Brookville, Glanmire. Frances is sporting the Sarsfield's colours with the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House in the background. This photo was taken just after Sarsfields won the 2008 County Senior Hurling Championship.
JUST a week after winning the Waterford Championship for the first time, it was to De La Salle’s credit that they survived an absorbing contest with Sarsfields in Páirc Uí Chaoimh yesterday and qualified for the AIB Munster club hurling final. They achieved it with two late pointed frees from star midfielder Brian Phelan and there was no way back for the Cork title-holders at a stage when they had lost the battle for territorial supremacy. Click here for match report and pictures.
THIS is a similar assignment for Sarsfields to their opening round victory over Clare champions Clonlara. On that occasion they were facing a side who hadn't won their county title in 89 years and they faced them exactly a week after doing so. It will be the same here, De La Salle from Waterford coming good for the first time in their own county in 90 years after defeating Abbeyside in last Sunday's final. Click here for preview.
Sars progressed to the semi final of the Munster Club Hurling Championship after a comprehensive victory against Clare champions Clonlara in Páirc Uí Chaoimh today. Points from man of the match Pat Ryan, Robert O'Driscoll and Michael Cussen gave Sars a 7 point lead at the break.
Sars never let up in the second half and responded to anything Clonlara had to offer. Ryan kept the scoreboard ticking over and along with Ronan Murphy and Cian McCarthy, helped Sars into the semi final, where they will face the Waterford champions in two weeks time at the same venue. Click here for report and pictures.
"BUILD it and they will come" has plainly been the motto of the Sars-fields hurling club over the last 20 years. They have built and they have come in their droves. Last night the incoming GAA president Christy Cooney officially launched the latest stage of development of the facilities in Riverstown. These include floodlighting, re-draining and upgrading of the pitch to a sand-based surface, so the famous old pitch will be able to house night games from the summer of 2009. Click here for report and pictures. Further Development Draw details will appear here shortly.
AS Sarsfield's captain Daniel Roche collected the Ulster Bank Premier MHC cup last Saturday night one man stood on the far side of the pitch reflecting on their win. Click here for more.
Sarsfield's development draw launch takes place next Wednesday night - 8.30pm
The Sarsfields development draw launch will take place next Wednesday 29th October in the Sars clubhouse at 8.30pm. The draw is being lauched to raise funds for the re-drainage and upgrading of our main pitch to a sand based surface. In addition, we are installing a floodlighting system which will hopefully allow us all year round use.
The total cost of this project will be circa €350,000 and will be launched by the incoming President of the GAA Mr. Christy Cooney. Everyone Welcome.
Sarsfields have successfully retained the Ulster Bank premier minor hurling title after defeating Duhallow on a scoreline of 3-09 to 0-09 in Páirc Uí Rinn on Saturday night. Sars made light of the difficult playing conditions and outplayed their north Cork opponents throughout the pitch. Sars dominated the opening period and went ahead with points from Shane O'Driscoll and Daniel Roche. A goal from corner forward David Crowley gave Sars a healthy lead going in at half time. A strong performance from the Sars full back line of Thomas Crowley, Cian Smith and Shane Corbett nullified any threat that Duhallow's forwards provided. Duahllow came more into the game in the second half and was it not for some missed goal scoring opportunities they final scoreline would have been much closer. Further goals from David Crowley and sub Anthony O'Leary cemented the victory for Sars. Most impressive for Sars were Shane Corbett, Gary Gray, Daniel Roche, David Crowley and Eoin O'Sullivan. Click here for more.
Sarsfield's club members visit Billy Flynn with the county cup
Sarsfield's club members recently visited the home of life-long supporter Billy Flynn with the Sean Óg Murphy cup. Billy is a ledgend with the Riverstown Foot Beagles. In attendance were Sars captain, Kieran Murphy, club president Denis Hurley, secretary Jim Murphy, senior selectors, Paddy Lambe and Teddy McCarthy along with Billy's wife Betty.
After guiding his beloved Sars to a first Evening Echo SHC in 51 years, Bertie Óg Murphy was a deserved September winner of the 96 FM C103 GAA Sports Star of the Month, in association with the Rochestown Park Hotel. Murphy, who masterminded the highly significant back-to-back All-Ireland U21 wins of 1997-98, once again proved his skill at nurturing young talent. The East Cork club won a thrilling county championship, defeating Ballinhassig, Cloyne, Newtown, the Glen and Bride Rovers and played some exciting hurling. Click here for more.
Sars are out of the Cork U21 hurling championship after being beaten by Glen Rovers by five points in Pairc Uí Rinn tonight. In a tight game the Glen scored a crucial goal with only a few minutes left. Before that, Sars seemed to be building momentum after Eoin O'Sullivan goaled with 10 minutes left to leave two points between them. However, the Glen held out in the end with some very strong defending. Craig Leahy, Daniel Kearney, Daniel Roche and Eoin O'Sullivan played best for Sars on the night. The Glen now go forward to the county final to meet Duhallow.
As you are probably aware we have now commenced work on the final phase of our development which sees the re-drainage and upgrading of our main pitch to a sand based surface. In addition, we are installing a floodlighting system which will hopefully allow us all year round use.
The total cost of this project will be circa €350,000 and on the Wednesday 29th October the incoming President of the GAA Mr. Christy Cooney will be launching our Development draw to help alleviate the cost of this project. Everyone Welcome.
We are currently setting up teams to help with a local canvass to promote this draw and a meeting will take place at the pavilion on Monday next the 20th October at 9pm to formalise the teams under the team leaders who have already been appointed.
Perhaps you may be in a position to give a hand out with this canvass in your particular area and we would really appreciate your attendance.
The County U21 semi-final between Sarsfields and Glen Rovers, fixed for tonight has been called off due to bad weather. Details of the refixture will be posted here.
A Message from Dermot Desmond - Glasgow Celtic shareholder and former Sars player
Well done everyone at Sarsfields on winning the County Championship. It has been a long time coming but well deserved for all those who have shown commitment, application and loyalty to a great club. I can’t tell you how delighted I was that you made the final but to win was incredible. I am so proud to have played a small part in the life of Sarsfields and I congratulate you all on this great achievement. I will always be a supporter of your great Club until the day I die.
A spirited second half comback from Glen Rovers helped them to snatch a draw against Sarsfields in the Cork County U21 semi final in Páirc Uí Chaoimh yesterday. Sarsfields started brightly and points from Eoin O'Sullivan and Pat Barry put them in front. A well taken goal by Barry gave Sars a 1-10 to 1-05 lead at the break. The Glen came out with renewed hope in the second half. However, Sars managed to keep the gap between the two teams with points from Rob O'Driscoll and Daniel Roche. Pat Horgan helped reduce the defecit with two well take goals, the first from a penalty and the second after cutting inside from the half forward line. The Sars backs came under increasing pressure and conceded a goal with only a few minutes left. The Glen then equalised to leave the final score, Sars 1-17, Glen Rovers 4-08. The replay takes place next Tuesday night (14th Oct) at 8.00pm in Páirc Uí Rinn. Read the match report here. _______________________________________________________________________________
IN A SUN-DRENCHED Carrigtwohill,after a 35 minute delay, Sarsfields kept their focus to give a highly impressive display over rivals Midleton in this Jones' Engineering East Cork U21A final. Pat Barry and Paudie O'Shea swapped early points, but the Riverstown outfit were quick to race into a 0-4 to 0-1 lead until one of Midleton's most impressive players on the day Paul Haughney scored a fabulous score out by the right touch line. Click here for the Evening Echo report and pictures courtesy of Declan Barron of the East Cork Journal.
DVD of the County Final V Bride Rovers now available
A limited number of DVDs of the County Final V Bride Rovers and the subsequent celebrations including the team parade are now available from the club for €30. Please contact Catherine Murphy on 0862677396 for further details.
A DVD of the County Final V Bride Rovers and the subsequent celebrations including the team parade will hopefully be available next week (€30). Further details will be posted here.
Upcoming Fixtures
Camogie Junior A County Semi Final - Sarsfields V's Clonakilty in Brinny at 3pm Sat 4/10/08
Under 13 City Championship vs Blackrock in Blackrock @ 4.00pm Sat 4/10/08
Under 11 City League Semi-Final vs Douglas in Douglas @ 4.45pm Sat 4/10/08
Under 15 City Championship vs Passage in Passage @ 2.30pm Sun 5/10/08 (check noticeboard for confirmation)
U21 East Cork Championship Final vs Midleton in Carrigtwohill @ 3pm Sun 5/10/08
The county final match report is available here. Photos, as requested by Gary Gray, will appear here very shortly! If you have any photos or comments in relation to game or the celebrations please email them to info@sarsfields.ie
Highlights of the county final win against Bride Rovers can be viewed on the TG4 website (http://www.tg4.tv/). Click on Spórt - Cartlann on the left hand side and then click play next to GAA 2008 - 29/9/08.
"WOULD you ever stop reporting on all those other sports, you're getting me into all sorts of trouble!" laughs Denis Hurley, president of Sarsfields Hurling Club. The confusion seems to only work one way, though, as nobody has ever congratulated me on being a selector on All-Ireland winning Cork teams in four different decades. Denis was on' the last Sars team to win a SHC, in 1957, and can still recall an awful lot from that year.
WHEN interviewed by the Evening Echo the week before Cork played Tipperary this year, Kieran 'Fraggie' Murphy was asked how he rated Sarsfields' chances of county success this year. He answered: "Down in Sars we're always optimistic, we're always looking to win counties. We don't enter the championship just to survive, we've a lot of winners, all we're talking about is just progressing in the championship." Click here for more.
Come on Sars!
Getting behind the black, white and blue: Pupils at St Joseph’s Primary School, Riverstown, Glanmire wearing Sarsfields colours to show their support ahead of the Evening Echo senior hurling championship final on Sunday where they will face Bride Rovers from neighbouring Rathcormac and Bartlemy. Picture: Ger Bonus
SUNDAY’S SHC final is not about ending a lengthy famine for the present day hurlers of Sarsfields but creating their own bit of history, according to star midfielder and one of the veterans of the side, Pat Ryan. Ryan was a member of the team that lost the 1997 final to Imokilly and has been one of the club’s greatest ever servants and winning his first county senior medal on Sunday would represent the greatest achievement in a long and distinguished career with his club and with Cork. “It would be nice to put the famine thing to bed, but I wouldn’t say that it is a huge motivational factor. “I think if Erin’s Own had managed to get to the final again they’d be trying just as hard and they have won it twice in a row. “I think it’s just about creating your own bit of history and getting your own county title.” Ryan believes that their place in next Sunday’s all East Cork final is a vindication for a lot of hard graft done on the training ground. “The training has been very tough, but in fairness it is not just us who are doing it, Bride Rovers have been doing the same and putting in the same effort.”
Thank you to all those who voted for Sarsfields in the Etihad 'Best Club under the Sun Competition'. Unfortunately we didn't come out on top this time. We would like to congratulate Portumna GAA club of Galway on winning the competition. Sarsfields received over 10,000 votes on the Etihad GAA website. Thank you again for your support.
Sarsfield's Daniel Roche and Eoin O'Sullivan who will be playing in the County final next weekend. Also included (center) is Mr Mike Carey PE teacher in Glanmire Community College and coach of Bride Rovers - Picture courtesy of Seamus Keegan
Sarsfields minor hurling reached the premier county final following a four point win against Midleton in Carrigtwohill tonight. The teams went in level at the break, Sars 1-05, Midleton 0-08. However, Sars produced an outstanding second half display, with Eoin O'Sullivan and Thomas Crowley to the fore. Sars now meet either Duhallow or Douglas in the county final.
Sarsfields: Cathal Duggan, Shane Corbett, Cian Smith, Graham Murray, Thomas Crowley, Joe Cashman, Gary Gray, Shane O'Driscoll, Fintan Burke, Niall Horgan, Daniel Roche, James Burke, Andy McSweeney, Eoin O'Sullivan, David Crowley
Kevin Goggin helps Michael Cusacks to win the NSW Championship in Australia
Just to let you know that the voting is very close so keep the votes coming in.
We have sent Media Alerts to the radio stations in Cork, Tipperary, Galway and Kildare to help gather support for each of the teams in the respective counties.
Judging by some of the blogs and your own GAA club websites it is evident that you are all putting a lot of effort in to win this fabulous prize. Well done and thanks for putting in so much effort.
A courageous second half performance gave Sarsfields a deserved three point victory over Glen Rovers today. The Glen started brightly and went ahead mainly through the stick of Pat Horgan. However Sars got themselves back into the game with a fortuitous goal from Daniel Kearney. Sars got a penalty just before halftime but Pat Ryan's effort was saved. The Glen led 0 -10 to 1-4 at halftime. Sars tore into the game in the second half and with the help of sub Michael Cussen, took the game to their opponents scoring six points without reply. A goal from Cian McCarthy gave Sars a lead they wouldn't relinquish. An outstanding defensive display in the closing minutes enabled Sars to reach their first county final in 11 years. They now meet Bride Rovers in the final.
Sarsfields had a great victory today at Riverstown when they beat a gallant Millstreet side by the narrowest of margins after a pulsating tie that was only decided after extra time.
While Cathal Duggans point gave Sars the initiative in extra time, the two vital scores were goals notched by Shane Harrington and Paul McCarthy in the closing stages. The entire Sars team played their part which sees us go forward to a semi-final contest, undoubtedly our star performer on this occasion was outstanding defender Neil Crotty. Congrats to all concerned.
To help Sarsfield's senior hurling panel win an amazing trip to Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates please cast your vote on the Etihad GAA website (www.etihadgaa.ie/vote). Etihad Airways will fly one deserving hurling club team to a four day training camp with hurling ledgends and former All Stars, DJ Carey and Nicky English, in Adu Dhabi. There are four teams left in the competition. Tell your family, friends, relatives, neighbours, school mates and workmates to vote. You have until 21st September to cast your vote.
Sarsfields hurling club's entry into the Etihad Airways sponsored "Best Club Under The Sun" competition has reached the last four. Etihad Airways will fly one deserving hurling club team to a four day training camp with hurling ledgends and former All Stars, DJ Carey and Nicky English, in Adu Dhabi. Abu Dhabi is the capital of the United Arab Emirates. It lies on a T-shaped island jutting into the Persian Gulf and enjoys sunshine and blue skies all year round. DJ and Nicky will put the team through their paces, giving them pointers and tips to help them become part of one of Ireland's most successful senior hurling teams. An online poll will be held in order to choose the winning team, where you will be able to view the remaining four entries. The poll will be added to the Etihad GAA website in the coming days. It will be announced on this site as soon as the poll is activated. To be chosen in the last four from hundreds of entries is a significant achievement. So spread the word! Tell your family, friends, relatives and workmates to vote. The poll will be active until September 21st so there is plenty of time. Stay tuned to sarsfields.ie for news of the poll.
East Cork Under 11 Final Thursday 11th @ 6.15 in Carrigtwohill – Sars vs Fr. O'Neills
Fraggy thrilled with his side's second-half performance
IT'S 1957 since Sarsfields last won the SHC but there's a quiet confidence this time around that they have a panel of players that can end the 51-year famine, and bring the Sean Óg Murphy Cup back to Glanmire. After passing the Newtownshandrum test, it's the Glen next weekend and Cork star, Kieran 'Fraggie' Murphy has played a big part in his club's progression to the semi-final. Sars went in two points down at half-time but a considerably improved second-half performance left Newtown trailing in their wake.
Kieran Murphy played a big part in his team's success, and he feels the goal early in the second half gave them the boost they needed. "It was important we kept our composure. We had plenty of goal chances in the first half and we knew we just needed to keep working hard and it would come good in the second half. That proved to be the case.
"We certainly upped it after the break, we really didn't get going in the first half, but we got a lucky break with the goal and it made a huge difference. But Newtown were still there at the end, and they had a few goal chances. If they had taken one of them we might have been in trouble." Murphy said it was great to get back into competitive club action after Cork's defeat to Kilkenny in the All-Ireland. "It's difficult for the clubs focused because of the inter game but that's something y have to get on with. We were play last week but because Cork footballer's replay, we be put back another week, can't complain It's great to playing championship hurl this time of the year so we'll when we get it."
Tomas Mulcahy's rejuvenated Glen Rovers now stand in the way of a place in the final, and Murphy is wary of that test. "The Glen are a strong side. They've had some great wins this year and they'll be a lot fitter and hungrier than anything we've faced so far. It's going to be a tough task for us to come back out again next week but we're looking forward to it and it's great to be in the semi final,” commented Murphy.
After a storming second half display, Sarsfields progress to the county semi final showdown with Glen Rovers following their four point win against Newtown in Pairc Ui Chaoimh today. Sars did not start well and were a goal down after only a few minutes. However they battled willingly to go in at the break only two points down, 1-08 to 0-09. Sars turned the match in their favour in the second half. A goal by Tadgh Óg Murphy levelling matters at 1-09 a piece. Sars took off from there and finished the stronger team, winning by four points. Sars now take on Glen Rovers next weekend for a place in the county final.
Sarsfields: Alan Kennedy, Ray Ryan, Joe Barry, Conor O'Sullivan, Daniel Kearney, Craig Leahy, Brian McCarthy, Kieran Murphy, Pat Ryan, John Murphy, Ronan Murphy, Cian McCarthy, Robert O'Driscoll, Pat Barry, Tadgh Óg Murphy.
SLOWLY but surely, things are starting to fall into place for Sarsfields as they bid to come in from the wilderness in the Cork County SHC roll call of honour. It's been over a half-century since Sean Óg Murphy last went east to Riverstown and Glanmire. Click here for more.
A late goal from substitute Anthony O Leary gave Sars a somewhat flattering 5 point victory in tonights quarter final in Carrigtwohill. This was a tough encounter with Shane Corbett, Cian Smith, James Burke, Shane O Driscoll and goalkeeper Cathal Duggan giving impressive displays. They now face Championship favourites Midleton in the semi-final. Click here for the match report.
An exceptionally strong Midleton 15 proved too strong for a gallant side who fought all the way in a very entertaining East Cork Final played at Killeagh. While sarsfields may feel disappointed with the result, they can look back on this campaign with great satisfaction having achieved some great results on their way to the final.While all players played themselves to a standstill, Connell Smith, Niall McCarthy and Eamonn Foley were particularly prominent. However, the accolade of "man of the match" award must go to outstanding goalkeeper Fanahan McSweeney who gave a sublime performance between the posts. Congratulations to Midleton on their victory and we wish them well in their quest for premier County honours. Sarsfields now go forward to contest the U16 A County Championship.
The Sarsfields and Glanmire club lotto was won last Monday night after a 79 week rollover. The €16,800 prize was won by Mary Coakley, a regular lotto player from Dillons Cross. The presentation was made in the Sarsfields clubhouse tonight. In attendance were Sars and Glanmire representatives along with Mary and her family. See the report and presentation photos here.
Sarsfields Hurling Club would like to wish Cork minor hurlers Daniel Roche and Cian Smith the best of luck in tomorrow's All Ireland semi final against Galway.
Sarsfields U16 hurlers qualified for the U16 East Cork Final by virtue of a 1 point victory over a gallant Castlelyons 15 played in Rostellan tonight. At half time Sars again led by the minimum, 1-5 - 0-7. The second half was a real closely contested affair with Sars emerging victorious on the scoreline 1-13 to 1-12. On a night when all players played their part, Anthony O'Leary took the scoring honours with a personal contribution of 10 points. Well done to team mentors Gearoid Duggan, John Barry, and Pat Harrington on bringing these lads to the East Cork Final. They await the winners of the Midleton V Carrigtwohill semi final which will be played on Friday next. The final is scheduled for Monday next 18th August.
Senior Hurling Fixture
[Monday 11th August 2008]
Senior Hurling League Game Called Off
The senior hurling league game between Sarsfields and Glen Rovers, fixed for tomorrow night in Riverstown, has been called off. The game which also doubles up as the Micka Brennan Cup final will be refixed at a later stage.
A disapointing display by Sarsfield's second team saw them defeated by Killeagh in the East Cork Junior A hurling championship in Midleton. After a strong opening Sars left Killeagh back into the game, with Mark Landers scoring two goals from close in frees, either side of half time. Sars tried hard with Eoin O'Sullivan keeping them in the game with a number of frees. A Gary Grey goal in injury time came too little too late as Killeagh held out for a one point win.
Sarsfield's Daniel Roche Captains Cork to Munster Minor Final Win
Sarsfield's Daniel Roche today captained the Cork Minor Hurling team to a Munster Final win over Tipperary. Winning by 0-19 to 0-18, Cork deserved their hard fought victord at the Gaelic Grounds in Limerick. Roche captained the team from midfield and played a key role throughout. The team also included Cian Smith at corner back and Eoin O'Sullivan on the bench.
Cork are now into the All Ireland semi final but must first take a back seat for a while as they await their semi final opponents. Sarsfields hurling club would like to congratulate the three players on their win yesterday and wish them the very best of luck in the semi final.
Sarsfields were defeated by Dungourney in the opening round of the East Cork Junior A hurling championship at Ballinacurra. Dungourney were able to take their goal chances in the second half while Sars will rue some missed opportunities. Sars now play Killeagh through the back door.
The Cork minor hurlers qualified for the Munster Final versus Tipperary, beating Waterford by 4-13 to 1-06 in Walsh Park this evening. Sars' Daniel Roche captained the team which also included Cian Smith and Eoin O'Sullivan who came on as a sub.
Sars overcame Cloyne last Friday night in the Cork county SHC. Sars were full value for their win and now face Newtownshandrum in the quarter final.Click here for the match report.
Sarsfields defeated Na Piarsaigh in the 2007 Ulster Bank County Minor Premier League final played at Youghal recently, winning comfortably by 10 points. Click here for the match report.
A table quiz in aid of Fr. Martin Barry's Kenyan appeal took place in the Sarsfields clubhouse on Thursday night last. 65 teams took part and over €6,500 was raised. Many thanks to all those who supported this worthy cause. You can continue to make donations. See below for details. Here are some photos from the night.
A table quiz in aid of Fr. Martin Barry's Kenyan Appeal will take place in the Sarsfield's Hurling clubhouse on Thursday 17th January at 9pm. A table is €20 and four people per team. All support is welcome. Also donations can be made online at www.friendsoflondiani.com or at any Permanent TSB Branch (Bank Sort Code: 990701 and Account Number: 84666541) by marking lodgments 'Emergency Appeal'. All cheques can be sent to the Friends of Londiani, 9 Cois Cuain, Mosestown, Whitegate, Co. Cork. For further information email info@friendsoflondiani.com or call 021-4662730. Click here to read about the appeal.
The Adult Hurling Club A.G.M. took place on Sunday January 6th at the Pavillion in Riverstown in the presence of a capacity attendance with Cathaoirleach Tadgh Murphy presiding. Click here to view the secretary's report.
The Sarsfields Juvenile Hurling Club Poc Fada took place on St Stephen's Day. With a record 122 teams taking part it proved to be a complete success. Click here for results and photos.
The Sarsfields Hurling Club victory dinner dance will be held in the Vienna Woods Hotel on January 19th 2008 at 7.30pm. A large attendance is expected. Tickets are €40 and can be purchased from the following people:
Sarsfields senior hurlers won the 2007 Kilmacud Crokes AIB All Ireland Sevens Tournament on All-Ireland hurling final weekend. Sars beat the hosts Kilmacud Crokes on the scoreline of 4-15 to 3-05. more..
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Sarsfields hurling and camogie clubs would like to wish Emer O'Farrell the very best of luck
in Sunday's All Ireland Senior Camogie Final against Kilkenny. According to Emer, "both
defensively and in attack we will have to put in a top performance or else we know the cup
won't be coming back to Leeside with us. 
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Presidency of the GAA and wish Christy and his wife Ann and family all the best for his three years in office.
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Former Sarsfields player and Cork's interim manager John Considine hailed the spirit of his players following a comeback win over Clare by 2-13 to 0-16. "A great win. Six points down, it was as if the lads made up their own minds that they were going to win. I had an armchair ride when they kicked into gear in the last ten minutes," he said.
JUST a week after winning the Waterford Championship for the first time, it was to De La Salle’s credit that they survived an absorbing contest with Sarsfields in Páirc Uí Chaoimh yesterday and qualified for the AIB Munster club hurling final. They achieved it with two late pointed frees from star midfielder Brian Phelan and there was no way back for the Cork title-holders at a stage when they had lost the battle for territorial supremacy. 
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the greatest achievement in a long and distinguished career with his club and with Cork. “It would be nice to put the famine thing to bed, but I wouldn’t say that it is a huge motivational factor. “I think if Erin’s Own had managed to get to the final again they’d be trying just as hard and they have won it twice in a row. “I think it’s just about creating your own bit of history and getting your own county title.” Ryan believes that their place in next Sunday’s all East Cork final is a vindication for a lot of hard graft done on the training ground. “The training has been very tough, but in fairness it is not just us who are doing it, Bride Rovers have been doing the same and putting in the same effort.”
Thank you to all those who voted for Sarsfields in the Etihad 'Best Club under the Sun Competition'. Unfortunately we didn't come out on top this time. We would like to congratulate Portumna GAA club of Galway on winning the competition. Sarsfields received over 10,000 votes on the Etihad GAA website. Thank you again for your support. 
Sarsfields hurling club's entry into the Etihad Airways sponsored "Best Club Under The Sun" competition has reached the last four. Etihad Airways will fly one deserving hurling club team to a four day training camp with hurling ledgends and former All Stars, DJ Carey and Nicky English, in Adu Dhabi. Abu Dhabi is the capital of the United Arab Emirates. It lies on a T-shaped island jutting into the Persian Gulf and enjoys sunshine and blue skies all year round. DJ and Nicky will put the team through their paces, giving them pointers and tips to help them become part of one of Ireland's most successful senior hurling teams. An online poll will be held in order to choose the winning team, where you will be able to view the remaining four entries. The poll will be added to the 
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irst take a back seat for a while as they await their semi final opponents. Sarsfields hurling club would like to congratulate the three players on their win yesterday and wish them the very best of luck in the semi final. 
