Shane O'Neill's Camloch GFC

Seniors

Our seniors continued their league campaign on Saturday evening with home game gainst O’Hanlons and put another two league points on the board with a resounding twelve point win – 2-15 to 0-9.

After a slow start to the game Brendy Mackin put the Shanes in front with a well taken point. Donal Feely extended the Shanes lead with a good point following some great fielding by Darren Grant. The third point for the Shanes came from the boot of Kieran Murphy after some great defending from Peter O’Brien to break up an attack by O’Hanlons. The visitors then registered their first score with a pointed free. The Shanes extended their lead when Raymie Fitzpatrick converted a penalty kick to the back of the net after the same player was fouled as he was bearing down on goal. Raymie quickly followed this up with another point before O’Hanlons scored their second point from a free. The next point from Neil Paul Lennon was undoubtedly the score of the half, with the ball travelling the full length of pitch before Neil Paul slotted it over the bar. Two quick points from O’Hanlons left five between the sides before Micheál Brady popped over another point for the Shanes. Another free for O’Hanlons just before half-time reduced the margin again but the Shanes went into the break leading by 1-7 to 0-5.

O’Hanlons got the first point of the second half before James Lennon got on the score-sheet for the Shanes with a fine point. O’Hanlons got another point before Brendy Mackin scored three unanswered points for the Shanes. Another point from a free for O’Hanlons cut the gap again but a brilliant individual point from Brendy Mackin and another from Neil Paul Lennon saw the Shanes leading by double scores 1-13 to 0-8. O’Hanlons pointed another free but this proved to be their last score of the game. Raymie Fitzpatrick increased his and the Shanes total with a great individual goal before Darren Grant and Kieran Murphy scored point a piece to leave the final score 2- 15 to 0-9 in favour of Shane O’Neills.

This was another very workman like performance from the Shanes which sees them on maximum league points from three games played.

Minors

Our minor team travelled to Culloville on Monday evening but unfortunately returned empty handed. The lads put on a good display but in the end were beaten by a very strong home side.

Under 16's

Our U16s continued their impressive start to the season with another comprehensive victory on Thursday night, this time away to Forkhill. The lads started the game brightly and quickly found themselves in front, a lead they kept until the final whistle and ran out comfortable winners.

Under 14's

Our U14s had a morale boosting win on Tuesday night with a two point victory over Silverbridge. The lads have been on the wrong side of a few results lately but they dug deep on Tuesday night to secure the all important win. The lads found themselves trailing at half-time but they came out with renewed heart in the second period and fought hard to fully deserve their two point win.

Under 10's

Both our U10 teams were action on Sunday morning with the A team at home to Silverbridge and our B team making the short journey to Carrickcruppen. Much the same as last week it is our B team which take the plaudits following another great win. Well done to everyone and let’s hope they can keep it going over the coming weeks. Our A team were soundly beaten by a very good Silverbridge side. It’s early in the season yet but hopefully the team can improve over the coming weeks and show how good they really are. Our A team were also in action on Wednesday night with a challenge game against Newry Bosco. The entire team played very well in this match and ran out convincing winners. Training for our U10s continues every Friday night at 6.30pm at the club.

Under 8's

Our U8s have a challenge game lined up for this Thursday evening when they travel to take on Mullaghbawn – good luck to all those involved. A number of other challenge games are also being lined up for the very near future.

Ladies Football

Our U14 girls had no game this week but our U12s took to the field for their first ever home game on Thursday night when they took on near neighbours Carrickcruppen. A large crowd were on hand to witness the historic event which saw the Shanes emerge victorious with a very convincing win. Despite falling behind early on the Shanes soon get to grips with the game and when they got into full flow the result was never in doubt. All the girls and team management should be congratulated on a very fine performance which sees them sitting on maximum points after their first two league games.

All Committe Meeting

The next of the clubs all committee meetings take places this Tuesday evening in the club at 8.00pm. All those who were elected to various roles at the AGM are requested to attend this meeting. The previous meetings of this type have proved to be quite successful with a wide range of issues being discussed.

First Aid Courses

The club have organised three first aid classes for all underage managers and mentors from both Shane O’Neills and Meabh O’Neills. The courses have been planned for three Wednesday nights in May – the 14th, the 21st and the 28th. Everyone involved with underage teams from the Shanes and the Meabhs are asked to be available for one of these nights. Louis Doyle will be in touch all the relevant people in the near future.

Best Wishes

Everyone at the club would like to extend their best wishes to Barry Sloan on the opening of his new dry-cleaning business. Good luck Barry – we hope all goes well for you.

Elvis Night

An Elvis tribute night has been planned for the club on Saturday 3rd May beginning at 9.30pm. Everyone welcome to attend.

Gaeltacht Scholarship

Anyone wishing to apply for a Gaeltacht scholarship should do so in writing to the club secretary, Louis Doyle.

Lotto Jackpot

The clubs lotto jackpot is now sitting at £4050. To be in with a chance of winning the jackpot get your lotto ticket from any club member.

Well Done

Well done to one of the clubs referees, Mark Fleming. Mark is also a keen hurler and he was awarded the Craobh Rua Senior Player of the Year at their recent awards night. Well done Mark.

Congratulations

Congratulations this week go to young Patrick Murphy who won an Ulster Boxing title this week at the 65kgs weight.

Gaelic Telecom

The club recently received a cheque from Gaelic Telecom and on behalf of the committee I would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who have chosen Shane O’Neills club as the recipient of the money. If you would like to register as part of the Gaelic Telecom scheme speak to any of the committee members or contact them direct on 08702 244220.

Elvis Night

A happy birthday this week to Patsy McParland.

With Regret

It is with great regret and sympathy that I have to announce the retirement from senior football of one of the clubs greats – Terence Feehan. Terence donned the Shanes jersey on many occasions and never let the side down. Terence has finally decided to call it a day and hang his boots up and everyone at the club would like to thank Terence for all his efforts over the years. He can now concentrate on his new role as club treasurer.