Boyle’s Abbey Park had one of its biggest crowds of the year
on Saturday last when the Club hosted the Garda Cup and Keenan Cup
finals. Tulsk overcame Strokestown in an excellent Garda Cup (U 13) Final.
Garda Michael Pilkington presented the Garda Cup on behalf of the Boyle Garda
District while Loyola and Melissa Kelly were present to present the player of
the match award in memory of the late Sergeant John Kelly.
Our own Boyle U11s had a good win over a gallant St Michaels
team in the Keenan Cup Final in what was an exceptional game of
football. The scoreline wasn’t an accurate reflection of the game as St Michael’s
played excellent football and played their hearts out until the final whistle.
Mary Keenan Doyle and Fiona Keenan were on hand to present the Keenan Cup and
the player of the match award on behalf of the Keenan family. The Club extends
its best wishes to Ernie Keenan for a speedy recovery following a
recent accident. Thanks to all who assisted in the smooth
running of the finals, especially the Minor Club officials who catered
for the multitudes.
The National Automation Limited U21s went down to a superior
Roscommon Gaels side in the Division 1 County Final in Enfield on Sunday. The
team has had a fine season and while it is disappointing to come up short in
the final, the lads should take heart from getting to the final as most of the
panel will be eligible again next year. Also it has to be taken on board that they
were beaten by what must be among the best U 21 sides in many years. Another
consideration is that while the Roscommon Gaels U 21 panel could be together
for numerous collective training sessions ( as referred to at the Cup presentation)
this was not the case with Boyle who had the Intermediate series running which
included half the team. Another factor was the loss of Donie Smith. Thanks to
the panel and the management team for their commitment throughout the season.
The Club congratulates a finely balanced Roscommon Gaels side on their success
which should lead to a revival of the Gaels as a force in senior football.
The Cooney Motors/ Cooney’s Centra juniors will play Clan na
Gael in the Division 4 League Semi Final in Johnstown on this Wednesday night
at 8.30pm. This is a very important game for the Club as victory would ensure
Tansey Cup football in 2014. The Tansey Cup is a good and reliable competition
and being there would ensure regular and good games.
Arrangements are
being put into place for the annual Christmas Quiz which will be held in
St Joseph’s Hall on Friday 27th December. This is traditionally a special night
for the parish and those returning for Christmas are reminded to enter the date
in diaries.
Sympathy is extended
to the O’Boyle family on the death of Mrs Mae O’Boyle.
The Club (male and female sections) extends best wishes
to Ladies Club player Sinead Cummins who will wed Trevor Conroy on Friday next.
Go raibh maith agaibh.
Martin DolanP.R.O. Boyle GAA Club
086 2413529
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