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Weekly Club News - 18th June 2010
There was no winner of the lotto jackpot last week-end. The numbers drawn were 3 17 25 27. Three people matched three numbers Tom O Brien Sarah Mc Donagh and John O Brien.They each receive 35 euros each.
Our club is hosting the V.H.I. G.A.A. Hurling Cul Camps on 18th to 23rd July. This camp provides boys and girls between the age of six and thirteen with an action packed and fun filled week which resolves around enjoyment and sustaining participant involvement in games. There will be a registration night in the clubhouse in the weeks running up to the camp. Date and time will be finalisied later.
The presentation of gear to the under 8 under 10 under 12 and under 14 teams will take place in the clubhouse on Monday night. All managers are asked to make sure all their players are there on the night for the presentation which will take place at 7:30pm.
The club would like to wish the Galway senior team panel and management on Sunday the best of luck when they play Offaly in the Leinster semi final.
Our junior B team suffered another defeat in the championship at the week-end this time at the hands of Castlegar. Having beaten Castlegar all ready in the league the confidence was high going into the game but this was not to be the case as Castlegar ran out worthy winners and had eight points to spare in the finish. Alan Gorman was the first Portumna player to get his name on the scoreboard but two goals by Castlegar in about five minutes was a killer blow. But in fairness to Portumna they did not panic and four points from Brian Dolphin with Portumna's first half goals coming from Stephen Treacy(2-0) and Declan Madden (1-0) meant they went in at the interval two points down on a scoreline 3-5 to 2-10. All was to play for in the second half but unfortunately Portumna were only able to add another four points to their tally with the goal coming from a well taken free by Damien Coleman and a point from Stephen Treacy while Castlegar added 1-7 to their first half tally bringing the scores at the end of the game to Portumna 4-6 Castlegar 3-17.Portumna now need to win their two remaining games if they are to stay in the competition.
On the juvenile front Portumna under 12 team were beaten by Cappattagle last Monday evening by a point. They were in hard luck a goal from a free in the dying seconds of the game denied them their first win in the competition. A point in any game is always a dangerous lead as was to prove in this case and it was hard luck on these young lads who played their hearts out a draw would have been the fairest result but sadly thats sport and there has to be a winner. Portumna's goal scorers were David O Meara Mark O Sullivan and Jack Canning.Final score Portumna 3-0 Cappattagle 3-2.
Best of luck to Dermot Brien and the under 10 team when they play Loughrea in the quarter final of their competition.
Denis McLaughlin our under 8 manager is hosting a blitz in the G.A.A. grounds on Saturday at 12 o clock.The club would like to welcome the teams participating in the blitz Killimor Tynagh-Abbey-Duniry Kiltormer Leitrim-Kilnadeemna and our own boys and wish them the best of luck.In all he expects over a hundred boys to participate on the day where we hope it will be an action packed day which resolves around enjoyment and sustaining participant involvement in the game of hurling.
Weekly Club News - 11th June 2010
There was no winner of last Saturday night's lotto jackpot. The numbers drawn were 1 4 13 20. Two people matched three numbers Pete Gibbs and Tommy Goonan. They each receive 50 euros.
Our senior hurlers have reached the quarter final of the competition after a powerful display against Kinvara at the week-end. The two teams had not met since the 2007 Couny final and one suspected that Kinvara had a point to prove. Joe Canning opened the scoring with a 65 metre free, but an early David Huban goal from a twenty metre free was the only time Kinvara went ahead in the game but Portumna responded well and went on to score 10 more points with Joe Canning scoring five of these and the other five points coming from the Smith brothers. Portumna went in at the interval with a seven point lead on a scoreline 0-13 to 1-3.
The game was over as a contest in the second half when Niall Hayes scored on the third minute after receiving a great pass from Leo Smith. Further points from Joe Canning Eoin Lynch Damien Hayes Kevin Hayes and Peter Smith finished the game and when Joe Canning collected a pass from Andy Smith there was nothing on his mind but goal when he powered his way past the Kinvara rear guard and he duly delivered when he blast the ball past Colm Callanan net. The final score Portumna 2-22 Kinvara 1-10. This powerful display by Portumna keeps them in the running of reaching an unprecedented eighth Galway S.H.C. final in a row.
Junior A team had nine points to spare over Ballinasloe when they took to the field over the week-end and have now taken maximum points in the two games they have played. Four points from Joe Keane and points from Ronan Hayes and Shane O Rourke ensured they went in at halftime on a scoreline 0-6 0-1. They added six more points to their tally in the second half with Joe Keane adding four more points with Ronan Hayes the other scorer. Final score Portumna 0-12 Ballinasloe 0-3.
The junior B team had a point to prove after their last outing and that they did with a very convincing win over Kilconieron at the week-end. Points from Brian Dolphin Darren Grady Declan Madden Alan Gorman Johnathan Fahy and Michael Jordan gave them a half time lead of nine points on a scoreline 1-9 to 0-3. Johnathan Fahy the goal scorer. A goal by Stephen Brearton and points from Brian Dolphin Stephen Treacy Stephen Brearton and Johnathan Fahy in the second half brought the final score to 2-14 to 0-5.
Reminder one more week left to our Golf Classic so all you golfers who have not already signed up can do so by contacting Michael at the Golf Club.
Weekly Club News - 4th June 2010
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot worth 6000 euros. The numbers drawn were 8 16 23 24. Four people matched three numbers Seamus Hayes Paul Glyn Marie Walsh and Eugene Mc Entee jnr they each receive twenty five euros.
Reminder the Annual Golf Classic will take place on 17th and 18th June at Portumna golf club.Anyone interested in playing on either the Thursday or Friday contact Micheal on 090 9741059.Timesheet available at Golf Club.
Our junior A team got off to a good start in the first round of the championship last week-end when they had five points to spare over Tommie Larkins.Johnny (Waxie) Keane opened the scoring with a point after two minutes. Three minutes later Dave Canning received a pass from Ronan Hayes and he duly delivered by blasting the ball past the Tommie Larkins goalkeeper. Dave added three points to his tally with the other scores coming from Ronan Hayes and Joe Keane a 65. The teams went in at the interval on a scoreline 1-6 to 0-1. In the second half Tommies outscored Portumna 1-5 to 0-5 but it was not enough with Portumna finishing worth winners with Portumna scores in the second half coming from Steve Killeen Joe Keane 0-2 and Dave Canning 0-2. The final score was Portumna 1-11 Tommie Larkins 1-6.
Portumna senior team played Athenry on Sunday morning last. This turned out to be a very high scoring game and in the end Athernry had one point to spare. Portumna's first half scores came from Joe Canning (0-2) from 2 65's Andy smith (0-1) from a free Conor O Hare (0-1) and Niall Hayes (1-1) with the other two first half goals coming from Martin Dolphin and Ivan Canning who had the unlikely role of lining out at full forward on the day. The teams went in at the interval on a scoreline Portumna 3-5 Athenry 1-8. The second half saw more goals as Portumna scored one to Athenrys two. Scorers for Portumna in the second half were Niall Hayes 0-2 Joe Canning (0-3) Andy Smith (0-1)John O Meara (1-1) and Ivan Canning (0-1).Athenry added 2-9 to their first half tally and the final score was Portumna 4-13 Athenry 3-17.
The junior B team had a disappointing evening in their first round championship game when they met up against a very strong Bearna na Forbacha team. Portumnas scores in the first half came from Enda Coleman(0-1) Brian Dolphin (0-2) Stephen Treacy (0-1) Johnathan Fahy (0-1) and Alan Gorman (1-1) The teams went in at the interval on a scoreline Portumna 1-6 Bearna 2-7. Portumna opened the scoring in the second half with a pointed free from Brian Dolphin but unfortunately that was to be their last score of the game with Bearna finishing very strong adding 1-11 to their first half score. Final score Portumna 1-7 Bearna na Forbacha 3-18.
Weekly Club News - 27th May 2010
There was no winner of last Saturday night's lotto jackpot. The numbers drawn were 3 6 22 26. Three people matched three numbers Ambrose Kelly Kevin Kelly and Eamon O Brien Eyrecourt. Next week-ends lotto is worth 6000 euros.
Our Annual Golf Classic will take place on Thursday 17th June and Friday 18th June. Timesheet available at Portumna Golf Club. People who are interested in participating on either day can do so by contacting Micheal Tel: 090 97 41059.
The junior A team commence their championship on Friday evening at 7pm in Killimor against Tommie Larkins while the Junior B team play Bearna na Forbacha in the first round of their championship in Athenry on Sunday evening at 6pm. Your support for both teams would be appreciated.
The senior team are down to play Athenry on Sunday at 12 O Clock in Portumna in the league.
Best of luck to the John Mc Intyre and to the Galway senior hurlers when they play Wexford on Saturday evening in the Leinster championship in Nowlan Park and in particular to the eight Portumna players involved in the panel.
Weekly Club News - 21st May 2010
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot worth 5800 euros. The numbers drawn were 15 23 25 28. One person matched three numbers Claire and Ger Hyland. Next week-ends lotto is worth 5900 euros.
Two wins out of two Portumna senior hurlers produced in the second round of the senior hurling championship last Saturday. Joe Canning opened the scoring with a free he added four more points from placed balls with Niall Hayes Kevin Hayes and Ger Kelly (2) contributed the other Portumna points in the first half. Eoin Lynch started the attack which provided the first goal he duly delivered to Damien Hayes who gave a brillant pass to Joe Canning and Joe duly delivered to the net.Again Joe Canning was the scorer of Portumna's second goal when he stormed through the Beagh defence and rattled the ball into the roof of the net and through the netting. O Grady the goalkeeper stood no chance.Portumna lead at this stage by 2-9 to 0-1. But in fairness to Beagh they held their heads kept hurling and added six unanswered points. Portumna went in at the interval on a scoreline 2-9 0-7.Two points from Joe along with points from Niall and Chunky ensured Portumna would stay far enough ahead to claim their second win and put four points on the board.Portumna 2-13 Beagh 0-13.Their next game is against Kinvara in two weeks time.
Portumna junior A team commence their championship campaign on Friday eveing 28th May at 7pm against Tommie Larkins in Killimor.
On the juvenile front the under 10 team had a narrow win last Monday evening against Loughrea on a scoreline 1-2 1-1. Well done to the lads involved their next game is against Tommie Larkins.
The under 14 team were not so lucky when they met up against a strong Sarsfield team. Their final game in the group is against Craughwell on Monday evening at 6:30 in Portumna. This boys need a win badly to boost their moralas they have failed to win a game in the competion to date.
The under 12 are training very hard in preparation for their championship which will be commencing in a few weeks time. They played a challange game against Lorrha last week in preparation for the games ahead.
Weekly Club News - 14th May 2010
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot. The numbers drawn were 4 9 14 17. People who matched three numbers were Ann and Julie Tuohy Frances Madden Ian Greenwood and Michael Keane.
Sunday last marked the Official opening of the Clubhouse with County Board Chairman Gerry Larkin officating at the opening.Guest Speakers included Joe Byrne Chairman of the Hurling Boardand public representatives Deputy Noel Treacy and Cllr. Jimmy Mc Clearn. John Mc Gann treasurer of the hurling board was also in attendance. The chairman thanked the Development committee people who were involved in the building of the new facilities.He thanked the Club treasurer Celia Keane and the finance committee for the numerous fundraisers which were ran throughout the year to help with the costings.He went on to say that this was only phase one phase two would consist of a second field for training and juvenile games floodlighting and a wall ball.Rev Fr Brendan Lawless blessed the new facilities. A big thank you to Brian Murray for the beautiful piece of workmanship which he donated to the clubhouse for the opening it was very much appreciated.This was followed by a family funday. A big thank you to all the people who entertained the crowd on the day to Stephanie and her very talanted dancers to Treeny and Rian for their vocal contribution to the set dancers to Niall Aidan and Darren who were busy on the barbaque all day and to Majella for the face painting.Thanks to all the people who gave of their time voluntary in preparation for the big day and to all the people who helped out and who supported us on the day.
Paudie Butler the National hurling Director of coaching will visit the local National schools Portumna and Gortanumera on Tuesday next. He will take first class upwards on a coaching session.
Portumna senior hurlers played their first championship game last Saturday against Clairnbridge. The opening ten minutes were getting back and into the swing of championship hurling as both teams were guilty of some wayward shooting. Pointed frees from Joe Canning (2) with Portumna other scores from Andy Smith Kevin Hayes Damien Hayes Niall Hayes and Ger Kelly and went in at the interval four points up on a scoreline 0-8 0-4.Ten minutes into the second half it looked like Portumna were in trouble when the Bridge drew level as Mark Kerins punished repeated fouling by Portumna.Portumna raised the tempo after that with some degree of authority and scored nine points without reply.This was a satisfactory result for Portumna even though it took them longer than usual to find their stride. Portumna 0-18 Clairnbridge 0-10. Their next game is on Saturday against Beagh in Loughrea at five thirty.
The junior B team earned another two points in the league with a three point win over Mountbellew Moylough on Friday last on a scoreline 0-12 to 1-6.
Weekly Club News - 2nd May 2010
The Official opening of the clubhouse will take place on Sunday 9th May at 1:30pm Gerry Larkin Cathaoirleach Cumann Luthchleas Gael Coiste Chontae na Gaillimhe will be unveiling the plaque. This will be followed by a family funday with lots of novelty events including a dog show, sheep race, welly throwing, long puck, face painting, obstacle course for young and old. Husband and Wife spud and spoon race, pony rides, soak a local, guess who photographs and loads more. Meet the mystery person on the day. There will be lots of music and dance. Hoping everyone will come along and join us in our celebrations.
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot worth 5500 euros. The numbers drawn were 2 9 23 26. Two people matched three numbers Adrian Hogan and Mike Brady. They each receive 50 euros.Next week-ends lotto will be worth 5600 euros.
The junior A team had a good win in the league last Friday evening with a three point win over Pearses on a scoreline 1-15 to 0-15. Portumna went in the interval five points up with the score 1-8 to 0-6. The scores coming from Dave Canning (0-2) Conor O Hare (0-2) Ronan Hayes (0-2) Steve Killen (0-1) Joe Keane (0-1) the goal coming from Ciarán Ryan after a block down on the Pearses goalie.
Pearses scored nine points to Portumnas seven in the second half but it was not enough as Portumna secured the two points. Portumnas scorers in the second half came from Conor O Hare (0-3) Dave Canning (0-2) Adrian Loughnane (0-1) and Joe Keane (0-1).
The junior B team had a two point win over Salthill on Sunday in what was a very exciting game on a scoreline 1-10 to 0-11. Portumna went in at the interval a point down on a scoreline 1-3 to 1-4 with Portumnas scores coming from Declan Madden Brian Dolphin and Enda Coleman with Cian Royston the goal scorer.The second half was all to play for with both teams giving their all. Points from Enda Coleman (0-3) Brian Dolphin (0-3) Stephen Brearton(0-1) were replied to by Salthill but a long ball in from Stephen Brearton bounced in the square and Enda Coleman was there to blast it to the net. Salthill piled on the pressure but time ran out for them and Portumna secured the two points.
A busy week-end ahead with the seniors at home to Craughwell in the league on Saturday at 6:30 the junior B team away to Kilnadeemna /Leitrim in Leitrim on Saturday at 6pm and the Junior A team away to Athenry on Sunday at 11o clock.
On the juvenile front the under 14 team played Bearna na Forbacha in the first round of the champioship last Monday and were beaten by five points. They are at home on Bank holiday Monday to Cappattagle at11 o clock in the second round and a win is needed if they want to progress any further in the championship.
Well done to the under 10 team on their two wins in their competition wins over Kilconieron and Meelick/Eyrecourt have given them four valuable points on the board. Their next game is against Killimor.
The under 8's are in Killimor this Saturday participating in the Play an Stay Go Games Blitzs where they will be participating with other clubs from the surrounding areas.
The club would like to congratulate all the juvenile players who are for Confirmation on Sunday Hope ye all have a lovely day.
Best of luck to the Galway Senior team and Management in the league final onSunday evening against Cork and in Particular to the eight lads from the club on the panel.
Weekly Club News - 21st April 2010
Our junior B team played Killimordaly in Killimordaly last Friday evening. Unfortunately it was not to be their evening as they were beaten by a very strong Killimordaly team on a scoreline 3-19 to 1-9. Portumna's first half scores came from Johnathan Fahy(0-1)Adrian Loughnane (0-2) and Darren Grady(1-2). A cross field ball from wing back Michael Jordan was connected on by Darren who scored a great goal.Portumna went in at the interval nine points down on a scoreline 1-5 to 3-8. The second half was a big ask of the players they were never going to be able to come back from the half time score points from Adrian Loughane (0-2) from frees and points from Tommy Keane and Declan Madden were Portumna's scorers. Killimordaly on the other hand scored eleven points in the second half.
Our junior A team had a very comprehensive win over Craughwell on Saturday evening. The score at half time was Portumna 2-12 to 0-2 with Portumna's scores coming from (0-4) Joe Keane (0-3) Shane O Rourke (0-3)Ronan Hayes (0-1) and Eoghan Mc Keigue (0-1). Portumna continued to pile on the pressure in the second half and scored nine points with the scores coming from Eoghan Mc Keigue Darren Grady, Paddy Dolphin, Conor Broderick, Dave Canning and Joe Keane. Craughwell scored 2-4 in the second half and Portumna finished the game on a scoreline 3-21 to 2-6.
Our senior hurlers were well beaten in their league game against Sarsfields on Sunday. Fielding only four of the regulars due to eight of our players been called up for duty with Galway and Leo with Westmeath and some injuries we were at a disadvantage from the start. Well done to the lads who lined out they did their best and did not let the side down.Ivan Canning had the unusual role of playing full forward in which he got on the score sheet. Martin Dolphin was causing problems at centre forward until he had to be substituted with an injury thankfully it is not as serious as what was first thought a few weeks rest and he should be back in full flight for the championship.Shane O Rourke was another casulty in the game in which he substained a broken finger. So here's wishing the lads a speedy recovery.
Matches for the coming week-end Junior A at home to Pearses on Friday at 7pm. Junior B at home to Salthill on Sunday at 12 o clock and Sunday evening seniors away to Loughrea at 6pm.
On the juvenile front Under 14 team play Bearna Na Forbacha in Kilconieron on Monday evening at 6:30pm.
Weekly Club News - 16th April 2010
There was no winner of last Saturday night's lotto jackpot. The numbers drawn were 12 13 16 26.Two people matched three numbers Vincent Carty and Joe Tremble. Next week-ends lotto is worth 5400 euros.
The official opening of the Dressings rooms and Clubhouse will take place on Sunday 9th May 2010 at 1:30pm. This will be followed by a family fun day with lots of novelty events for children and Adults. Everyone welcome.
The senior team had a very comprehensive win over Mullagh in the semi final of 09 league.
Mullagh was the first to score but it was not long before Portumna got on level terms with a Niall Hayes score. Ronan Royston came on for the injured Conor O Hare after about ten minutes and took up corner back position with Ollie playing at full back and Martin Dolphin in the other corner. Eugene McEntee took a new role at centre back with Eoin Lynch and Gareth Haegney in the other two half back positions. Two pointed frees from Joe Canning and points from Niall Hayes Kevin Hayes Eoin Lynch with two further points from Joe and a point from Damien gave Portumna a two point lead going in at the interval on a scoreline 0-10 to Mullagh 1-5. At the start of the second half Micheal Ryan came on as a sub for Joe Keane and resumed his centre back role with Eugene taking up the position of wing back and Eoin partnering Leo at centre field with Ger Kelly moving to corner forward. When Joe Canning was taken down a 21 yard free was awarded and Joe had nothing other than goal on his mind when he stood over the free and he duly delivered by crashing the ball to the Mullagh net.Niall Hayes scored Portumna's second goal after he received a great pass from brother Damien. When Portumna scored their third goal from a great passing movement which involved Kevin Hayes, Andrew Smith, Joe Canning to Damien Hayes who scored a great goal the match was over as a contest.Two points from Eoin Lynch and points from Joe and chunky brought the game to an end in which Mullagh only managed to score four points in the second half.Portumna 3-14 Mullagh 1-9. Portumna now meet Castlegar in the league final
Portumna minor hurlers had a disappointing result in their first round championship game against Kilconieron at the week-end.With five minutes to go to half time they were behind two points but they conseded two quick goals and went in at the interval six points down on a scoreline Portumna 1-3 Kilconieron 2-6 with the Portumna scores coming from Ronan O Meara 1-1 and Craig O Meara 0-2 Things did not get any better in the second half with Kilconieron adding three more goals and five points to their tally. Portumna two goals in the second half came from Colin Burke and Owen Treacy with Ronan O Meara the only other scorer with two points. Portumna indicipiline was a big factor in the game as most of Kilconierons scores came from silly free been given away.
Our under 14 hurlers were well beaten in the quarter final of the feile competition by a very strong Loughrea side.
Weekly Club News - 9th April 2010
There was no winner of last Saturday night's lotto jackpot. The numbers drawn were 4 7 12 17. Seven people matched three numbers Martin Gillane Brian Dolan Anthony Dolan Eamon Lynch kieran Kelly Declan Hanley Cian O Brien. They each receive 20 euros.
Portumna under 21 went out of the championship on Friday night. They were beaten by Cappataggle on a scoreline of 4-12 to 1-13. Portumna got off to the better start with three well taken points from frees by Martin Dolphin. It was not long before Cappatagle got on the scoreboard and both teams went in at the interval on level terms on seven points a piece with the other Portumna scores coming from Joe Keane(0-1) Willie Lawrance (0-1) and Martin Dolphin (0-2 one from play). All was to play for in the second half Brian Dolphin scored a goal and the other Portumna scores came from Willie Lawrance (0-2) Martin Dolphin (0-3) and Ronan Hayes (0-1) but it was not to be Portumna evening when they missed two goal opportunities presented to them Cappattagle on the other hand took their goal scoring chances.
Portumna senior hurlers play Mullagh in the semi final of 09 league in Killimor on Sunday at 12 o clock.
Portumna minors play Kilconieron in the championship in Tynagh on Saturday at 6 o clock.
On the juvenile front Portumna under 14 team have qualified to the quarter final stages of the feile competition when the beat Bearna Furbo on a scoreline of 4-3 to 0-4 at the week-end. They now play Loughrea.
Weekly Club News - 2nd April 2010
There was no winner of last Saturday night's lotto jackpot. The numbers drawn were 1 16 19 27.Two people matched three numbers Bernie Keane and Christy Byrne. They each receive 50 euros.
Portumna under 21 hurlers play Cappataggle in the preliminary quarter final on Good Friday in Ballinasloe at 5.30 with the winners playing Pearses in the quarter final on Easter Monday in Ballinasloe at 6oclock.
If the under 21 hurlers do not qualify for the quarter final on Easter Monday the minors play Micheal Breathnachs on Monday at 6pm. Venue to be decided after Friday's result.
Portumna senior hurlers play Kiltormer in the league in Kiltormer on Sunday at 6pm.
Weekly Club News - 24th Mar 2010
There was no winner of last Saturday night's lotto jackpot worth 5000 euros. The numbers drawn were 2 8 12 15. Four people matched three numbers John Joe O Rourke, Tom O Brien, Keith Moran, H.Byran Callen Co Kilkenny. Next week-ends lotto is worth 5100 euros.
A big thank you to all the people who sold tickets and purchased tickets for our All Ireland fundraiser. Also thanks to all the people who contributed to the training fund. Your support was appreciated.
There was heartbreak for Portumna senior hurlers on St Patricks day. Unfortunately Ballyhale Shamrocks were the better team on the day. This brings Ballyhale top of the club hurling roll with five titles. Unfortunately our dreams of winning an historic third All Ireland title in a row and the fact that we have gone 29 matches unbeaten in the championship has come to an end. Portumna did not hurl like the way we know they can, they did not come close to hurling to their ability. We know they are far better than the way they hurled but they were beaten on the day by a side hungry for revenge.
With fifteen minutes gone Portumna found themselves five points down but Joe Canning was outstanding and kept things ticking over his ability to score points from all angles and from placed balls was amazing. When Portumna got back within four points things began to look up but disaster struck an error by Ivan resulted in a goal for the Shamrocks. This was to be the sucker bunch and the lads were unable to recover from it. These lads need to regroup now; they are still a young team with lots of spirit and confidence and there will be good days again for Portumna. Portumna are still a fantastic team who were beaten by a better team on the day.
We can have few regrets. Portumna have been tremendous champions and our silverware is by no means finished by any manner of means. We still have some seriously talented hurlers and these boys have something to strive for now to get back to winning ways and to set about winning the Galway County championship again this year and a return to Croke Park in 2011 is not out of the question.
Well done lads ye have given us seven years of wonderful memories three All Ireland titles and five County titles and this is only the beginning you are a credit to the club to your families and to your parish and we are all proud of you.
Our under 21 team play Cappataggle in the Preliminary quarter final on Saturday in Killimor at 3pm.
Senior league match against Craughwell in Portumna on Tuesday evening at 6:45pm.
Newstalk Documentary - 12th Mar 2010
Field of Dreams a radio documentary produced by Athena Media featuring Portumna GAA Club is being broadcast by Newstalk on March 17th. The segment featuring Portumna "Club Heroes" will go out at 10 am. To read the [Press Release click here]. As well as being aired on Newstalk, the programme will be available via podcast on our Podcasting Ireland site shortly after broadcast.
Weekly Club News - 12th Mar 2010
There was no winner of last Saturday night's lotto jackpot.The numbers drawn were 7 11 20 22. Four people matched three numbers Gene McDonagh, Declan Martin, Elaine Fitzpatrick, Mike Monaghan. They each receive 25 euros.
Want a night out? Nob Nation is in the Shannon Oaks Hotel on Friday Night 12th March as a G.A.A. All Ireland fundraiser. Oliver Callen of R.T.E. fame is bringing his hilarious comedy to Portumna. Doors open at 8:15, on stage at 9pm. Looking forward to a good night out and your support would be appreciated.
St Patricks day is only days away the club would like to wish Leo, team panel and management the best of luck in their quest for All Ireland glory. This is a very historic day for the club and here's hoping that the team will achieve their goal winning three all Ireland titles in a row and been the first club in either hurling or football to achieve this.
There are still a few seats available on the supporters bus so anyone interested contact D.Lynch immediately. Final date for booking monday. Payment with booking.
Weekly Club News - 5th Mar 2010
There was no winner of last Saturday night's lotto jackpot. The numbers drawn were 2 16 21 25. One person matched three numbers Pat Madden. He receives 100 euros. Next week-ends lotto is worth 4800 euros.
Croke Park ticket office will be in the Shannon Oaks Hotel on Monday 8th March from 6pm to 8:30PM. Anyone who wishes to purchase tickets for the All Ireland club final can do so on the night.
The under 21 team had a good start to their championship campaign with a good win over Liam Mellows last Saturday on a scoreline of 0-13 to 1-4.Willie Lawrance opened the scoring with a point from free and he went on to convert two more frees. A point from Martin Dolphin from a free and another point from play by Joe Keane gave Portumna a two point lead at half time on a scoreline of 0-5 to 0-3.
Portumna continued to pile on the pressure in the second half and scores from Colin Leahy Gerard Kelly Conor Broderick Ronan Hayes and four points from Martin Dolphin, two frees one from play and a point from a 65 ensured a well deserved win for Portumna.
Portumna Junior A team play Abbeyknockmoy on Saturday in Portumna at 2pm in the league. The Junior B team play Castlegar on Saturday at 3:30pm in the league which will also be played at home.
There are still some tickets available for Nob Nation.This is an All Ireland fundraiser so the club would appreciate everyone's support. Tickets can be purchased from D.Lynch, Ladies Day, Shannon Oaks or from any committee member.
Weekly Club News - 26th Feb 2010
There will be a regristration night in the clubhouse on Friday 5th March for all adult and juvenile members. Time 7:30 to 9pm. New members welcome.It is very important that membership be paid as you are not covered by insurance in the event of an injury.
Portumna G.A.A. club are hosting Nob Nation in the Shannon Oaks Hotel on Friday 12th March.Oliver Callan is bringing his hilarious live show to Portumna. Scenes of failing banks falling stock markets failing politicans and famous sports stars are coming to life on stage as the R.T.E. mimic performs a feast of comedy. This promises to be a great night and your support would be appreciated. Tickets can be purchased from the Shannon Oaks or from D.Lynch and sons.
Anyone interested in travelling by bus to the All Ireland final could they please give their names to D Lynch and sons as soon as possible. Payment of 15 euro with order.
The under 21 team are commencing their championship campaign on Saturday against Liam Mellows in Clairnbridge. Time fixed for two o clock but that could be changed to later time so anyone going to match please check with the manager.
To see the championship draws for 2010 Teams in Portumna's group click on the [championship] link.
Weekly Club News - 17th Feb 2010
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot. The numbers drawn were 9 13 15 21. One person matched three numbers: Bridget Brearton, St Josephs Road.
Portumna 2-18 Dunloy 0-12
Portumna are once again back in Croke Park on St Patricks day after seeing off Dunloy in Parnell Park last Sunday. They have kept their three in a row dreams intact and have set up a final date meeting with Ballyhale Shamrocks.
Dunloy opened the scoring after the throw in with a good point from Paddy Richmond. That was the one and only time that Dunloy were to get ahead when Damien Hayes opened the scoring for Portumna, Portumna settled well to the task ahead.
Joe Canning scored three unanswered points the third of which was a 21 yard free when he was taken down needless to say Joe went for goal but it was brillantly tipped over the bar by the Dunloy goalkeeper McGhee.
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Well done to the boys on reaching their third All Ireland final in a row. They are now sixty minutes away from what no other club team have achieved in either hurling or football winning three All Ireland titles in a row.
Excellent value tickets for St Patrick's Day are now on sale to the end of the month Supporters who want to avail of this offer can go on line and buy their tickets for fifteen euros will be twenty five euros on match day. Purchases can be made through www.tickets.gaa.ie
Weekly Club News - 9th Feb 2010
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot. No one matched three numbers. The numbers drawn were 4 19 22 25. No match 3 so a donation will be made to St Dympnas and Social Services.
The juvenile A.G.M.took place in the clubhouse last Friday night. The Chairman Vincent Treacy welcomed everyone present. In his address he thanked all the managers selectors and parents who were involved in all the juvenile teams last year. He said even though we had no success at juvenile level last year all the teams did well in their relevant competitions. He went on to say that it was not all about winning it was about the enjoyment of the games and the participating. The chairman congratulated Colin Burke and Ronan O Meara who represented the club on the Galway under 14 team who took part in the Tony Forristal Tournament in Waterford last August.
He thanked Yvonne Muldoon the juvenile secretary for all her work and the juvenile committee for their work during the year. He also thanked the senior club for all their help last year. He thanked Al Hayes and Noreen for their financial support, Victor Blake for his sponsporship of the under 10 tournament that the club held during the year and all the people who supported the club during the year. He thanked all the people who hosted the Nass under 14 boys for the Feile in June. He said it was a great opportunity for our boys to play in the Feile competition and because of it they made new friends. Vincent wished all the teams the best of luck for the coming season.
The secretary Yvonne Muldoon gave a comprehensive report of the juvenile activities last year. Vincent said he was no longer staying on as chairman, he had given it a few years and he now felt that new blood was needed. The election of the Officers and managers then took place:
Chairman: Sylvie Donoghue Vice Chairman: Gene Mc Donagh
Secretary: Yvonne Muldoon Asst Secretary: Margaret Madden
P.R.O.: Fiona O Meara. Under 10 Manager: Dermot Brien
Under 12 Manager: David Canning Under 14 Manager: Joe Heagney
Under 16 Manager: Vincent Treacy.
Weekly Club News - 4th Feb 2010
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot. The numbers drawn were 1 5 10 27. One person matched three numbers: Billy Daly Portumna. As the lotto is the clubs main source of income the club are launching lotto on line in the next couple of weeks for all people who would like to support the club but are unable to do so as they are away. Another option is annual lotto which is now due any one interested in either options can contact Celia Keane the clubs treasurer 087 1342148.
All Ireland semi final is only two weeks away. The team and panel have resumed training since early January. Preparations are going very well under the leadership of Johnny Kelly. Over the last couple of weeks they have played some serious challange games to get them razor sharp and fighting fit for the match.
The club are calling on all businessess and householders to decorate their premises with flags bunting etc and show your support for these outstanding panel of players. Anyone interested in travelling by bus to Parnell Park on Sunday 14th February could they give their names to D. Lynch and sons as soon as possible.Payment with booking.
Membership is now due for the year and anyone interested in becoming a member of the club can do so by contacting Celia Keane or Fiona O Meara. Players 50 euros, non player 40 euro, student 30 euro, juvenile 20 euro, and family 90 euro.
The Club would like to thank the local papers Connacht Tribune Galway Advertiser and the Galway Independent and their reporters for the coverage of our games. Also Galway Bay FM, Radio na Gaeltachta and especially Sean Walsh, Niall Canavan and Sean Ban for their commentaries on our matches last year.
Galway Senior Hurling Championship Groups 2010 - 4th Feb 2010
The groups for the Galway SHC 2010 have been drawn. Portumna are in group D with Clarenbridge, Kinvara, Killimordaly, and Beagh. See the [championship] link for all the groups.
Portumna GAA Club 2010 AGM - 4th Feb 2010
Portumna G.A.A.Club held their A.G.M.in the Shannon Oaks Hotel last Friday night (29th Jan). To read a summary of the meeting and a list of the elected officers/committee please [click here].
Galway GAA Annual Yearbook - 21st Dec 2009
Portumna GAA Club submitted two articles on another historical year for the club. Too read the articles click on the following links:
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**Three-In-A-Row - 30th Nov 2009**
The senior hurlers succeeded in their quest for 3-in-a-row county hurling titles on Sunday 15th November with a comprehensive 5-19 to 1-12 victory over Loughrea. Congratulations to all concerned on this tremendous achievement.
Team Ivan Canning, Aidan O Donnell, Eugene McEntee, Ollie Canning, Gareth Heagney, Micheal Ryan, Peter Smith, Leo Smith, Eoin Lynch, Andrew Smith, Kevin Hayes, Niall Hayes, Damien Hayes, Joe Canning, Martin Dolphin. Subs Used Ciaran Ryan for Peter Smith (Inj), David Canning for Martin Dolphin (Inj), Joe Keane for Ivan Canning.
Scorers Joe Canning 1-10, Damien Hayes 3-3, Martin Dolphin 1-1, Kevin Hayes 0-3, Andrew Smith 0-1, Eoin Lynch 0-1.
All News - 20th Oct 2009
Portumna will play Loughrea in the Galway Senior Hurling final on Sunday 8th November. Loughrea defeated Mullagh by 0-16 to 0-15 on Sunday in Athenry. Portumna had defeated Gort by 4-14 to 6-05 on Sunday 11th to book their place in the final.
Allstars - 18th Oct 2009
Congratulations to Joe and Ollie Canning on collecting their All-Star awards last Friday. This was Ollie's fourth award and Joe's second. Congratulations also to previous winner Damien Hayes on his nomination for a 2009 All-Star.
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