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Chance slips by Waterford Senior Hurlers went to Nowlan Park in Kilkenny on Sunday last in the knowledge that a win would see them leapfrog Kilkenny and could well define their progress in the Allianz National League. A loss and they would be more or less out of contention for a top two spot and with it a place in the National League final. In the event it was the home side who came out on top in a lacklustre affair which saw six points (2-16 to 1-13) between the sides at the close of play. Some seven and a half thousand patrons converged on the Marble City venue for this meeting of the great rivals. Waterford have given a real opportunity to youth throughout the opening games of the league and this continued on Sunday with a number of the

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Under 6&8 hurling

Ferrybank under 6 and under 8 played against Sacred Heart last Saturday. Both Ferrybank teams excelled themselves today, with the combination of the regular team, plus the bonus of new players, they proved themselves a force to be reckoned with. A special thanks to all the parents (especially the mothers and friends) who got the kids ready and to the venue on time. Their support was incredible, and the kids felt like superstars. There was a noticeable improvement in the hurling skills and teamwork in all the kids, and their will be another match in a couple of weeks, so keep up the practice, and attend the training sessions on Saturday mornings at 10am. Once again we would welcome any new players (from Junior Infants upwards) particulary those living in the local area, but not attending Ferrybank National

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Senior Hurlers

Last Thursday saw the seniors play their first competitive game of the year in a tournament which was hosted by the St. Molleran's Club in Carrick-Beg. The game last Thursday was the quarter-final against Carrick-Swans. Mount Sion fielded a side with a number of notable absentees including Tony Browne and Eoin McGrath who are on county-duty, however the man of the moment Ken McGrath was available for selection. Swans struck first but Ken McGrath opened Sion's account moments later. Both sides went point for point but it was Ian Galgey's goal that gave Sion a two point margin lead at half time. Sion dominated the second half with some fine scores coming from Michael Frisby, Ken McGrath, Ian Galgey, Brian Cusack and both Martin O'Neills. A late rally by the Swans was too late as Martin O'Neill closed the

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Intercultural Hurling Blitz

Last Friday in Mt Sion GAA Grounds the 1st ever Intercultural Hurling Blitz took place for Primary Schools. The blitz was jointly organised by the Integration and Support Unit in the Edmond Rice Heritage Centre and Waterford C&GD. 8 teams from various CBS schools took part in the blitz in glorious sunshine. Mt Sion and Glor na Mara represented Waterford with schools from Kilkenny & Wexford also taking part. There were players from the various counties along with players from approx 10 other countries and it was great to see the integration on all teams. After a great tournament Kilkenny CBS emerged the winner and their Latvian captain Gurst accepted the GAA/ISU Shield on behalf of his delighted teammates. Thanks to all players, schools and teachers for ensuring the blitz was a great success and we are already

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Hurling back outdoors

Our Juvenile have now re-commenced their outdoor hurling with large attendance in each group on Saturday last. The following are the times if any new members are interested in attending.

Under 4,5 & 6's 12 to 1pm. Contact Michael Wadding 087-6793854; Under 7's & 8's 11 to 12pm Contact Danny Murphy 087-1222391; Under 9's from 1 to 2pm. Contact Barry Drohan.

Under 14 Footballers

Our Under 14 Footballers beat Dunhil on Saturday evening last in Pairc Ui Mhurchu. Well done and keep up the hard work.

Under 10's

Our Under 10's played 3 games in Carriganore last Friday evening. Our lads done extremely well winning two game and loosing out in one. Well done boys.

Under 12's

Our Under 12's will play St. Mary's in Cleaboy at 6.30 on Friday.

LADIES GAELIC FOOBALL

Under 16's

Our under 16's play their first championship game next Saturday 2nd April in

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Training

U9's: It was another great turnout for Under 9's training on Saturday last. The good weather seemed to have a marvellous effect on the hurlers as they diligently went through their drills with great enthusiasm. After this they had a match which was a hotly contested affair. For the green team Thomas Delaney was in sparkling form at half back, clearing a lot of ball out of his defence and at one stage covered a lot of ground to get a decisive block in that saved a certain goal. At the other end Luke Kelly played a captain's role between the posts keeping a clean sheet before coming out into a defensive role to drive his team on. No training this Saturday, 2nd April 2011.

U10's: Our U10 teams travelled to Carriganore on Friday last for the Blitz. We were well

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Another podium finish for Martin

Martin Kirwan travelled to Naas recently to take part in the 3rd race of their duathlon series where they had a huge entry field of almost 200 competitors despite the bitter cold which always seems to accompany the races held there in the Punchestown race course. The 1st run is shorter than usual at just 3.5k so the speed and pace set is painful. Martin came back in 4th position after the run, losing a good 20 secs in transition to his nearest competitors before heading out on the undulating, windy 20k bike course. This is Martin's strong point and once he got his breath back after the run, he powered his way up into 3rd position which he held onto for the 2nd run to finish 3rd overall in 58.03mins, his 2nd podium finish in

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Ladies Division 2

Waterford Ladies Div 2 team played their final match of the season against Catholic Institute at Newtown on Sunday last. The umpires were Keith Fishbourne and Jack O'Byrne. Catholic Institute were hungry from the whistle and scored in the first ten minutes. The team pressed up from the defence very well and had good solid fast passes and set pieces. Waterford pushed hard through the midfield of Shirley Moore, Hilary Johnson and Kim Phelan. Jessica O'Brien was adaptable and played upfront, usually playing the defence. Due to the presence of the press from Institute, once Waterford breaked there was plent of space up front. Waterford earned a short corner from an excellent cross from Laura Kavanagh. Hilary Johnson passed the ball right to Stacey Browne and took it back again to slot a ball in the left corner

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Major victory for Kate Veale in Slovakia

On Saturday morning last in Dudince, Slovakia came yet another top class display by Kate Veale, the brilliant young West Waterford AC walker. Competing in her first ever race over the 10km distance came a performance that exceeded all expectations. In a junior race against athletes from countries renowned for race walking she put on a brilliant show to easily win the race and in the process set a new Irish junior record of 46 minutes 43 seconds and beat the old mark set in 2003 by Ann Loughnane by 1 minute and 35 seconds, and by all accounts Kate finished Saturdays' race looking remarkably fresh. Then to really put the icing on the cake her winning time was easily inside the qualifying time for the European Junior Championships in Talinn in July and

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Gerry Ryan Invitational

Waterford Crystal Swimming Club sent a strong squad of swimmers to compete at Limerick's Swimming Clubs invitational Gala held in honour of the Late coach Gerry Ryan. The late Gerry was a coach with Limerick Swimming Club for many years. It attracts a large number of the countries top swimmers and along with the short and long course nationals; the Gerry Ryan and Dave McCullough galas are the ones all clubs want to be at. This year Athlone, Bluefin, Longford, Sunday's Well, Cork Dolphin, Sharks, Askeaton, Carrick Dippers, Ennis, Clonmel, Galway, Castlebar, Claremorris, Laser, Balina Dolphins and Trojan swimming clubs were all in the Hunt for Podium places.

The Waterford contingent included Ciaran Halpin, Ben Dunphy, Clare Larkin, Maggie Doolan, Emily Codd, Susan Alyward, Aibhne Breathnach, Jacob Roche, Ben Jacob, Sadbh O Sullivan, Katie Cuddihy, Charlotte Cuddihy, Gierega Magdalena,

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Mixed Leagues

Section D - Dunmore Three lost to Waterford Four in the semi-final - 2-4. Team - Jeanne McNamara(c), Mary Ryan, Loretta Dwyer, Stephen McNamara, Neville Murphy, Mick Kennedy, Colin Collison. Unfortunately, despite a gallant effort it was not to be our night and we wish to congratulate Waterford on reaching the final.

All-Ireland Inter-County Finals

Katherine O'Sullivan, Aine Morrissey and Peter Fleming played on the Waterford team which contested the All-Ireland Grade Four Finals in Galway last weekend. Unfortunately, Waterford were beaten 5-1 by Roscommon in the semi-final.

Table Quiz

A final reminder that our annual Table Quiz will take place upstairs in Beckett's Bar and Restaurant at 8pm on Friday 1st April. Entry is €15 per team of three. There will be a raffle with lots of prizes and lots of fun is guaranteed.

Free Equipment for Old Phones

You can still drop in

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Our club will celebrate its Centenary in 2012, Any members with ideas on how we should mark this occasion should contact JJ Ryan. All suggestions and ideas are welcome.

Monthly Draw

The first monthly draw will take place on Wednesday the 30th of March so still time to purchase tickets.

Timesheet draw

The timesheet draw for Sunday the 3rd of April will take place at 9:00pm on Wednesday the 30th of March. Sheet will be available for online bookings at 9;00am on Thursday the 31st of March.

JUNIORS TUITION

Juniors tuition is starting back again on Tuesday 29th March from 5.00pm - 6.00pm

LADIES FULL MEMBERS

The Ladies Full members competition will resume on Thursday 7th April, 10 Hole Singles.

Singles Qualifier

The singles qualifier competition was won by Liam Murphy with a great score of 62, with Barry Griffin in second place with 64. All scores of 72 or

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Singles & Fourball Matchplay

The sheets are now posted in the Clubhouse for these very popular competitions

27-3-11 Sunday Singles (18 Holes)

1st Greg Milne (14) 44pts (c/b)

2nd Pete Munroe (17) 44pts

3rd Paddy Barry (16) 43pts

Well done to all the prize winners

03-4-11 Singles Competition

(Free Entry to Sunday Competitions). This is a popular competition, if you would like to book a Tee Time outside of Members time, please contact the Pro Shop for more information.

10-4-11 Intermediate Scratch

(Sponsored by FBD Insurance) . Tee-Time 7.00am to 3.30pm. Time Sheet is open @ 051-380587 or 051-380593

Members can book their Tee Times on Web Golf

17-4-11 Open Fourball

Kindly Sponsored by Greenstar Environmental Services. Tee Time 7.00am to 3.30pm. Time Sheet is open @ 051-380587 or 051-380593. Members can book their Tee Times on Web Golf

24-4-11 April Medal

(Stroke Play)

Junior Information

Junior Player of the Year, for boys and girls will commence

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Foursomes Matchplay Qualifier

The Foursomes Qualifier was held on Sunday last in cool conditions. There was a fairly large entry with everyone trying to make the top 31 to join defending champions John Byrne & Gary Wyse in the first round. Leading qualifiers on the day were Ted O'Kennedy & Paul Sheehan with a great score of 67.5. The qualifying score was around the 78 mark with some on that score getting through. The draw is on the website and will be on the notice board during the week. The Frank Drohan Memorial takes place this coming Sunday your support would be greatly appreciated for this very worthy cause.

Pierce Purcell Trials

Pierce Purcell trials start this week, Thursday 31st March @ 5:30pm, all eligble players are welcome, sheet on the notice board. Best of luck to managers Paul Reddy & Marcus McNamara.

Scratch

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Sunday 18 fourball

1st P J O'Neill (18) Robert Barry (18) 47pts; 2nd Jamie Phelan (11) Adam Phelan (13) 44pts; 3rd Noel Mc Lawrence(16) Jim Tumulty (12) 43pts.

Upcoming Events

Sunday 18 hole singles 1st Golfer of the Year event.

Tuesday 9 hole open fourball ( play off your full handicap)

Saturday Dunmore East Tidy Towns Golf Classic ( still a few lines available on the time sheet)

In next weeks notes I hope to have the draw for the Belvedere Cup.

DOFs Wednesday 23rd 14 hole champagne scramble

1st Maura Coady Brian Healy Paul Barry 79pts 2nd Terry Jones Jim Burke Tom Power 75pts

3rd Sean Fleming Pat Power Noreen Clifford 74pts, nearest The Pin Seamus Casey.

Ladies

1st Marie Roche (24) 31 points c/b

2nd Mary Galvin (21) 31 points

3rd Sinead Fitzpatrick (26) 30 points.

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