Portumna senior hurlers will play the second game of their senior championship on Friday against Pearses in Ballinasloe.
The club are hosting the Ras Charity cycle race on Sunday 22nd May. Money raised will go to Irish Cancer Society and Goal. Portumna's own Ollie Canning will be taking part on the day so here's hoping everyone will come out and support this worthy cause. To support Ollie's cycle for the irish Cancer Society and Goal please go to: [www.mycharity.ie/event/ollie_cannings_event] and pledge.
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot dated 7th May. The numbers drawn were 2 13 14 28. Five people matched three numbers Portia Duffy Cora Gantley Terence O Flaherty Declan Ryan and Noreen Keary.They each receive 20 euros. This week-ends lotto is worth 3500 euros. Lotto can also be purchased on line @locallotto.ie.
The junior A team secured two more points in the league with a three point win over Menlo Emmets on a scoreline 2-12 to 1-12 with Darren Grady the scorer of Portumna's two goals.
On the juvenile front the under 14 team had a good win over neighbours Tommie Larkins and they now have two good wins behind them after been beaten in the first round. They play Killimordaly on Monday evening in Killimor @6-30pm.
The Club would like to thank the people who played in last week-ends Texas Hold'em and who also sold tickets. A big thank you to Donie O Meara for the use of his premises and for the finger food he provided on evening. Three people agreed to share the prize money Mike Cowan, Ger Ford and Mark Bradley. Tommy Glynn came in fourth place.
The Club are running a Child Welfare and Protection course in the Clubhouse on Monday evening @7pm for all managers selectors and coaches who are involved with our juvenile teams up to the age of u18. Can all the people who are involved in our juvenile structure please ensure that they are there on the night. Emma Keane our Childrens Officer together with Pauline Davoren will be giving the course on the night.
The President of the G.A.A. Christy Cooney along with Gerry Larkin Chairman of the Galway County Board as well as our own Damien Hayes will visit Portumna Nationl School on Tuesday. While he is there the children will take part in a go games exhibition game. Bus Eireann have kindly agreed to sponsor this years Feile and the school will receive sliothars bibs etc while every student in the school will receive a small token. The Presidet's visit is in conjunction with the launching of Feile which will take place in Lough Rea Hotel on Thursday night. Two lucky players from our under 14 panel have been nominated to go and take part in a questions and answere session.
The club have decided to engage in the collection of scrap metal household and other waste as a fundraising activity. Anyone who would be interested in helping us out with any scrap metal they may have could they please contact Celia Keane 087 1342148 Damien Coleman 087 2661695 or Steve Killeen 086 6039235.
The club have also come together with Vodafone to raise much needed funds for the club. We would appreciate that people on this network either bill pay or ready to go or even busisness people forward their numbers to the club treasurer . This costs you nothing the club receives 10%of your bill. Anyone on a different network but would like to help the club out can keep their number and move to vodafone network. Your support would be very much appreciated.
The ICBE Again programme was launched in 2010 and has already placed over 400 unemployed people in work placements. Galway G.A.A. is working with the ICBE Begin Again Programme with the view to provide work placements for members of the G.A.A. possible opportunities exist in the following areas Coaching Health and Safety Manual direct labour Communications and P.R. All participants taking part in this programme must have availed of unemployment assistance from the Social Welfare for the period of three months. G.A.A/ Begain Again participants retain all of their social welfarew benefits during the work placement programme. For further information contact Orla or Maureen on 091 755736.
Weekly Club News - 5th May 2011
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot. The numbers drawn were 1 5 13 18. One person matched three numbers Glenn Monaghan. He receives 100 euros. This Sat night'slotto is worth 3400 euros.
Our senior team got their championship campaign off to a good start with victory over Tommie Larkins in Athenry last Saturday. The game was over by the end of the first quarter when goals from Andy Smith, Niall Hayes and Damien Hayes gave them an unassailable lead. Andy Smith was the first player to score after two minutes with Joe canning adding a free. The first goal came after three minutes when Damien Hayes crashed the ball to the net after a great pass from canning.Andy Smith gave Darra Starr no chance for Portumnas second goal.Portumnas third goal came in the thirteenth minute when Joe Keane picked out Andy Smith and when he saw Niall Hayes in space the centre forward hit the net and Portumna were seven points ahead.Points from Joe and Davey Canning and Martin Dolphin made it 3-8 to 1-2 on 21 mins.Further points from Smith brothers Leo and Peter and point from Martin Dolphin gave Portumna a a fifteen point lead at the interval.Starr produced a great save from Joe Canning midway through the second half but this did not deter Portumna as they added four points by the 5oth minute.Portumna concluded their scoring with two points from Niall Hayes and a pointed free from Joe Canning. Portumna 3-20 Tommie Larkins 2-10. Their next game is against Pearses which is due to take place on week-end 22nd May.
The under 14 team put two points on the board when they had a very convincing win over Carnmore last Week-end. Their next game is away to Tommie Larkinson Monday evening.
The junior A team play Menlo Emmets in Craughwell on Saturday at 7:30pm in the league.
The club are holding a Texas Hold'em on Sunday in O Mearas. Registration at 2:30pm.
The club are hosting the Ras Charity cycle race on Sunday 22nd May. Money raised will go to Irish Cancer Society and Goal Our own Ollie Canning will be taking part on the day so here's hoping everyone will come out and support this worthy cause.
Weekly Club News - 17th Apr 2011
There was no winner of last Satuday nights lotto (9th April). The numbers drawn were 2 12 14 26. One person matched three numbers Aine Ryan. She receives 100 euros.
The junior A team secured two points in the league when they overcame a gallant Kiltormer team on a scoreline 2-11 to 2-10. Davey Canning was Portumna's top scorer with a tally of 2-7 with the other scores coming from Joe Keane 0-2 Steve Killeen 0-1 and Ronan Hayes 0-1.
The minors got off to a good start in their championship campaign with a very convincing win over Ballygar. Ballygar was the first to score and had registered 1-1 before Portumna replied with a point from Niall Concannon. That was the one and only time that Ballygar were to lead as it was all Portumna after that.The other Portumna scores came from Jamie Flanagan 2-2 Owen Treacy 1-2 Darren Dillon 0-1 and Ronan O Meara 1-7. Portumna 4-13 Ballygar 2-6 their next game is against Kinvara.
Our under 14 team were beaten in the feile shield by Kiltormer last Monday night.
A big thank you to all the lads who gave up their fre time over the last few days to help on the pitch goalmouth. It was great to see so many people working on a voluntary capascity on behalf of the club and again we sincerely thank you.
Weekly Club News - 10th Apr 2011
There was no winner of last Satuday nights lotto jackpot worth 2900 euros. The numbers drawn were 3 15 24 26. One person matched three numbers Lisa O Brien. She receives 100 euros. This Sat night lotto is worth 3000 euros and will be held in Horans.
Upcoming Games Adult and Juvenile:
The junior A team are away to Kiltormer this Sunday in the first round of the league. Throw in 11am.
The minors take on Ballygar in Ballygar on Wednesday next in the first round of the championship.
The senior team had another win in the league when they defeated Kinvara last Week-end on a scoreline 2-22 -2-14. They now have maximum points after three games. It was gret to see Damien Hayes and Joe Canning back in action again after their long lay off through injury.
On the juvenile front the u14 team had a very convincing win over Sylane last week-end and they now play Kiltormer on Monday in Killimor in the next round of the Feile shield. They together with the u12 team were treated to a great day in Galway last Sunday where they played Liam Mellows in two challange games. The club would like to thank the Liam Mellows club for providing refreshments after the game. They then headed to the stadium where unfortunately things did not go right for Galway on the day but they got the opportunity to see the All Ireland Champions in actionand at their best. They were treated to Supermacs in Portumna when they arrived home. A long and tiring day but enjoyed by everyone.
Upcoming Games Events:
The club are holding a Texas Hold'em on Sunday 8th May in O Mearas. Entry fee 40 euros. Registration 2:30pm. No entry after4pm. 50 per cent pay out. Raffle and finger food on the night. A great evening not to be missed.
Looking for the cycle of a lifetime. The Ras are holding a charity cycle in aid of Goal and the Irish Cancer society from 22nd to 29th May.Over 500 G.A.A. legends are taking part including our own local legend Ollie Canning. The club are hosting the cyclists on 22nd May. Ras are trying to get as many Galway cyclists to do the stage so anyone who would like to enter are more than welcome.
Vodafone have come together with Portumna G.A.A. to generate money for the Club. We are asking all vodafone customers to help us by supplying us with your number this applies to bill and Ready to go phones.The more that sign up the better for the Club it costs you nothing but the club are assured 10 per cent of your bill. Contact Celia the club treasurer.
Connacht G.A.A. has secured a club u12 day for Galway hurling as part of the Go Games programme at Headquarters on 28th April. Portumna u12 team have been invited to attend. This is a great honour for our young players to grace the stadium in Croke Park. The club are taking 24 players and four mentors to Dublin on that day. The club will organise a bus for parents who would like to travel to see their child playing in Crokers.Anyone interested could they please contact the juvenile Secretary Yvonne Muldoon on 087 9354951 for travel details and cost.
Weekly Club News - 31st Mar 2011
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot worth 2800 euros. The numbers drawn were 17 18 24 26. One person matched three numbers Pauline O Donnell. She receives 100 euros. This Sat nights jackpot is worth 2900 euros. Lotto can also be purchased on line @locallotto.ie.
The club held the Rose of Portumna last Friday night in the Shannon Oaks Hotel. Ninteen elegant Roses took to the stage. Earlier on they were interviewed and put through their paces by the three judges Kieran O Brien Aine Killilea and Ann Connolly who had no easy task in their selection.
A big thank you to them for their expertise on the night. The night began with the Roses been introduced to the audience with their handsome escorts in toe. The talent these girls displayed was a credit to themselves their families and the busisnesses they represented. While the judges went away to make their final decision the club made a donation to three local students who were going to Figi on voluntary work. The winning Rose was Martha Gorman representing Stronges Pub. Martha now goes on to represent Portumna in the Galway heats which will take place in the Shearwater Hotel in Ballinasloe this Sat night. I have no doubt Martha will do Portumna proud and the club would like to wish her the very best . A big thank you to our M.C. on the night Dick Ridge and also thanks to Muirne Goode for all her help herself a former Rose she had a great insight into the competition and was an inspiration to all the Roses. Thanks to Mary Lynch for all her help and to Tony Hogan and Treeny Canning for providing the music and lighting and to Keith Harris the Photographer. A special thank you to the busisness people who sponsored the Roses Stronges Curleys Caislean Cul Sports Picture This Supermacs Beehive D.Lynch &sons The Beehive Acorn to Oak Modena Restaurant O Mearas Property Partners Retirement Village The Ferry Inn and Camogie Club and Garry Kennys. Aspecial thank you to our ninteen Roses who took part because without them the night would not be possible. Thanks to all the people who supported the night and it was great to see the former Portumna Roses in attendance Ruth Smith and Olivia Mullins.
Our under 12 and under 14 teams will take a trip to the stadium on Sunday where they hope to meet some of their hereos when Galway play Tipperary. They will play two challange games against Liam Mellows before the game at Liam Mellows pitch. They play Sylane on Monday evening in Sylane in the Feile Shield competition.
Our minors had a convincing win over Killimor last Week in a challange in preparation for their championship which will soon take place. They have two more challange games lined up this week-end they play Pearses(Roscommon) and Micheal Cusacks.
Our senior team play Kinvara in the senior league Kinvara on Sat evening at 6pm. The game sees a welcome return for county players Damien Hayes and Joe Canning.
Weekly Club News - 24th Mar 2011
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot worth 2600 euros. The numbers drawn were 4 17 18 24. Two people matched three numbers they each receive 50 euros. Lotto can also be purchased on line @locallotto.ie This Sat nights lotto is worth 2700 euros.
The club will host the Rose of Portumna on Friday 25th March at 8pm in the Shannon Oaks Hotel. Winner will go through to the Galway heats. This promises to be a very glamorous and great night for all the family. Tickets can be purchased from Ladies Day Cul Sports or from any committee member. Admission 10 euros.
Our u21 team bowed out of the champinship after a hard fought game against Leitrim /kilnadeema last Sunday. Leitrim were the first to score .Portumna squandered alot of chances in the first ten minutes which in the end came back to haunt them. Martin Dolphin was the first Portumna player to get on thre scoreboard with a pointed free and it was the same player who minutes later added another point from a free. With the wind against them Leitrim settled well into the game and put over five unanswered points before Portumna got their only score from play from the stick of Owen Treacy. Ger Kelly struck a long range free which was well fielded by Martin Dolphin and when he was brought to ground on the edge of the square he had nothing only goal on his mind when he stood over the free and he duly delivered. This put Portumna a point ahead going in at the interval.With a strong wind behind them in the second half Leitrim got off to a good start and struck over four points without reply.Portumna scored three points from frees through Owen Treacy and Martin Dolphin and things began to look up when Ronan Hayes found the net after a goal mouth scramble. Portumna were just coming into the game when disaster struck a goal mouth scramble at the other end resulted in a goal. This was to end Portumnas run in the championship and they were beaten on a scoreline 2-7 1-14. The different in the two teams Leitrim were able to score at their ease while Portumna had to fight hard to get their scores and a point from play in the whole hour would not be worthy to win any game. A big thank you to to the management team of Johnny Keane Garret Heagney Eoin Lynch and Mike Dolphin for all their hard work with this bunch of lads.
Our senior team secured another two points in the league when they had a convincing win over Craughwell on Sat on a scoreline
4-18 0-18.
The Hurlathon for the juveniles will take place in the field on Saturday 9th April. Cards have been distributed to all the underage teams so club are asking that you make a huge effort to sell the cards.
Best of luck to the under 14 team and management when they play Loughrea in the first round of the Feile in Loughrea on Sat. Throw in 12 o clock.
The minor team play Killimor on Sunday in a challange in preparation for their forthcoming championship which will take place on 13th April.
Congratulations to Pierce and Caroline Treacy who had an addittion to the family recently. They are the proud parents of a baby girl.
Weekly Club News - 17th Mar 2011
There was no winner of last Saturday nights loto jackpot worth 2400 euros. The numbers drawn were 10 14 20 21. One person matched three numbers Frank Quinn. He receives 100 euros. This sat nights jackpot is worth 2500 euros.Lotto can also be purchased on line @locallotto.ie.
There was sadness in Portumna G.A.A. circles with the news of the death of Bernie Connolly last week after an illness. Bernie was from Kinvara but this did not deter his love for the Portumna club . He was chairman of the club in 1989 .He lined out at centre forward against Abbey Duniry in the intermediate final of the same year but ended up on the losing side when they were beaten on a scoreline of 2-5 to 3-6 after a replay. The club would like to convey its deepest sympathy to his wife Una and to his family and friends.
The under 21's commence their championship campaign when they play Kilconieron in Tynagh on Sat. Last week-ends game was cancelled due to a beverament.The game is at 4pm.Your support woulld be appreciated
The senior team play Loughrea at home on Sunday at 12 oclock in the first round of the league.Your support would be appreciated.
The club are running a Rose of Portumna Competition on Friday 25th March in the Shannon Oaks Hotel at 8pm in conjunction with the Rose of Tralee. Entry forms will be issued to all busisness people during the week and hopefully they will come on board with our venture and support us. So ladies get the glad rags out and club will provide our charming and handsome hurlers as escorts.
Upcoming events that the club will be holding the year are as follows Texas Holden Hurlathon Golf Classic in June Road hurling This is your life Strictly come dancing Open day festival in August
Weekly Club News - 24th Feb 2011
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot worth 2300 euros. The numbers drawn were 5 6 7 23. Four people matched three numbers Micheal Ryan Sienna Fahy Niamh Lynch and Laoise Ryan. They each receive 25 euros. Next Saturday nights lotto is worth 2400 euros and will take place in Curleys. Lotto can be purchased on line @www.locallotto.ie. We encourage people from parish who are away to support the club by purchasing tickets on line.
Membership is now due. Players 50 euros Non - player 40 euros Student 30 euros Juvenile 20 euros Family 90 euros which includes 2 adults and children up to 16 years of age. Forms can be obtained from club Treasurer and Secretary. New members welcome. Membership cut off date 31st March.
The u21 team commence their championship campaign on Saturday in Tynagh at 2:30pm when they play Kilconieron. Your support would be appreciated.
Training for minor and u16 players will take place on Monday and Thursday at 7:30 pm.First minor championship game takes place on 13th April.
The under 14 panel have two challange games this week-end. They play Mullagh in Mullagh on Saturday at 11 o clock and are at home on Sunday to Killimor at 12 o clock. They have some serious challange games arranged over the next couple of weeks in preparation for the championship which is due to take place end of March. Galway are hosting Feile this year which will take place week-end 24-26 June and club will be hosting a team. The club are asking parents who have boys on the under 14 panel to put up children in their homes on june week-end and parents who are interested in doing so can contact juvenile Secretary Yvonne Muldoon.
Senior team have commenced their training in preparation for their championship which will take place end of April. They travel to Cloughjordan on Sunday for 12 o clock to play Kilruane McDonaghs in a challange match.
A hurlathon will take place in the G.A.A.Grounds on Saturday 9th April in which all u8 u10 u12 u14 and u16 players are invited to participate. Only members of the club will be allowed to partake.
The club have come together and decided to issue a newsletter weekly to inform people of the parish on the on and off activities of the club for the coming year. We would like to give people an insight into what we would like to achieve over the year both on and off the field.
Congratulations to one of our hurlers Ivan Muldoon on his recent engagement.
Upcoming events the club will be holding a poker classic at end of March. Details to follow at a later date.
Weekly Club News - 16th Feb 2011
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot. The numbers drawn were 7 13 14 19. One person matched three numbers Renee Duane. She receives 100 euros. This week-ends lotto is worth 2300 euros. Lotto can be done on line @locallotto.ie.
Minor training will take place on Monday night at 7:30pm. All players between the ages of 15-18 are asked to attend. Membership will be taken up on the night.
Weekly Club News - 14th February 2011
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot dated 5th February. The numbers drawn were 17, 25, 27, 28. Two people matched three numbers Pauline O Donnell and Iggy and Assumpta Dolan. They share 100 euros.
The group draws for the senior/intermediate and junior championship have been made. In the senior championship Portumna have been drawn in a group with Mullagh, Tommy Larkins, Padraig Pearses, and Athenry. Click on the [championship] link to see the full groups for 2011.
Weekly Club News - 4th February 2011
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot worth 2000 euros. The numbers drawn were 3 18 27 28. Three people matched three numbers Emma Keane Johnathan O Donnell and Johnny Keane. This week-ends lotto is worth 2100 euros. The draw will take place in Stronges and lotto group this Sat night Johnny Keane. The lotto can now be done online, click [here] for details.
A meeting of all minor players will take place in the clubhouse on Monday night. Players aged 15-18 are asked to attend. Membership will be taken up on night U16 20 euros and Students 30 euros.
Senior team are back training on Friday night at 7:30pm.
The under 21s have a challage match against Mullagh on Sat evening at 6pm in Mullagh. They have already played Kiltormer and Killimor in challange games in preparation for their championship which will take place around 20th February.
Some of the club officers will attend a conference and information seminar in the TF Royal Hotel and Theatre Castlebar on Saturday. There will be a number of guest speakers providing a wide range of topics of interest to clubs. This event will provide the opportunity for club officers to voice their opinions through a series of faciliated discussions on some of the challanges and topics which are relevant to the association at all levels.
Weekly Club News - 27th January 2011
There was one winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot worth 2200 euros. The numbers drawn were 3 11 14 22. The lucky winner was Paddy Quinton. Three people matched three numbers: Ann Scott Joe Daniels and Eugene Mc Donagh. They share 100 euros. Next week-ends lotto is worth 2000 euros. The lotto can now be done online, click [here] for details.
The juvenile A.G.M. took place in the clubhouse last Friday night. The chairman Sylvie Donoghue in his address thanked all managers selectors parents and all who assisted with the underage teams last year. He said that all the juvenile teams competed well in their competitions with the under 16 team been the most successful on reaching the county final. He congratulated the juvenile players who represented the club at county level. He thanked the senior club for all their supportand assistance during the year. The chairman informed the meeting that Galway this year were hosting Feile and that Portumna would be hosting a team on the last week-end in June. He appealed to all parents to get involved as there was alot of work to be done over the next few months. Sylvie thanked the Community school and the principal Mr Derry Long for the use of their facilities for u8 and u10 training. He said the club had embarked on a ten week training programme for the u12 and u14 teams at Sgn Out facilities and he was pleased with the turn out and committment given by these players and it was agreed at the meeting to continue on this programme for another month. The chairman thanked his fellow officers for all their hard work and assistance. He thanked Al Hayes the clubs main sponsor and Victor Blake for his sponsorship of the under 10 Michael Blake Memorial tournament . The secretary Yvonne Muldoon gave a very detailed report on the activites of the club.
The following officers were elected.
Chairman: Sylvie Donoghue
Vice Chairman: Gene McDonagh
Secretary: Yvonne Muldoon
Assistant Secretary: Margaret Madden
P.R.O.: Fiona O Meara
Childrens Officer: Emma Keane
Delegate: Sylvie Donoghue
Feile Officer: Sylvie Donoghue
The following managers were elected.
U8: Sylvie Donoghue
U10: Denis Mc Laughlin and Tom Conneely
U12: Davy Canning
U13: Davy Canning
U14: Joe Heagney
U16: TBD
The club would like to wish the community school the best of luck in the senior hurling colleges semi final on Saturday when they play Athenry in Ballinasloe at 1 o clock.
A wall ball workshop will take place in Killimordaly G.A.A.Club on February 2nd at 7pm. Club coaches are invited to attend and observe the benefits of this form of coaching. Coaching children and youths is the theme.
The national coaching director of hurling Paudi Butler will attend the loacal schools on Thursday for a coaching session. He will be in Gortanumera school from 11 to 1 2:30 and in Portumna school from 1pm to 3 pm.
Weekly Club News - 19th January 2011
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot worth 2100 euros. The numbers drawn were 6 13 22 23.There was no match threes - donation to St Dympnas and Social Services. Annual lotto is now due cost 100 euros. People who are interested in subscribing to this can do by contacting the club treasurer Celia Keane for payment options. Also club are delighted to announce that lotto is now up and running and can be purchased on line at locallotto.ie. This gives people the opportunity who are away and may not be in town over the week-end to support the club.
Membership of club is now due. Player 50 euros Non Player 40 euros Student 30 euros Juvenile 20 euros Family 90 euros which includes two adults and children under 16 years of age. New members are welcome. Forms can be obtained from club secretary or treasurer.
The clubs A.G.M. took place in the Shannon Oaks Hotel last Friday night. Dan Lynch the chairman thanked everyone for coming. In his address he spoke on the disappointment of losing the All Ireland final to Ballyhale but said that senior team can hold their heads high with what they have achieved over the past few years. He said even though the senior team may not have been as successful as latter years they still brought an All Ireland title to Portumna the Meteor cup for winning the All Ireland club Sevens competition. He congratulated them on their success and he thanke them for the enjoyment they brought to the club. He congratulated the Junior A team on reaching the County final but they were unfortunately beaten by a strong Gort side on the day. He thanked all the managers selectors and all those who assisted with all our adult and juvenile teams during the year. Dan said that this year he would like to see greater emphasis placed on our juvenile structure and he asked that more parents get involved as these youngsters were the future of the club.He said that every team can not be successful but it was great to see so many teams participating and competing at the different age levels. He said it showed what Portumna hurling has brought to Galway with eight of our players on the senior panel and our younger players also representing the club at county level and he said it was a great achievement.
He thanked the lotto sellars for all their support during the year -in these recessionary times it was not an easy taskbut as this was the clubs main source of finance he asked that a greater effort be put in this year and asked for committment from other people.He thanked Al and Noreen Hayes the clubs main sponsor for their continued financial supporta nd also Ronnie and Phyllis Curley for their sponsorship of our golf classic. The chairman thanked all the other people who gave donations to the club during the year. He went on to thank his fellow officers for their help and assistance during the year. Dan spoke on our new facilities and said phase one was completed and it was now time to introduce phase two. The plans were on display at the A.G.M..He informed the A.G.M. that he was stepping down this year and he wished the incoming chairman the best of luck in his new role. He wished everyone the best of luck in 2011.
The secretary Fiona O Meara gave a very comprehensive report of the on and off the field activites of the club. Celia Keane the club treasurer gave a very detailed financial report.
The following team managers were elected:
Senior Manager: Johnny Kelly
Junior A Manager: Philip Harte
Junior B Manager: Padraig Lohan
Under 21 Manager: Johnny Keane
Minor Manager: Adrian Flaherty
To see the newly elected officers of the club clink on the [officers] link.
Weekly Club News - 7th October 2010
There was no winner of last week-ends lotto jackpot worth 7800 euros. The numbers drawn were 7 10 16 20. Three people matched three numbers Pauline O Donnell, Pat Madden, and Fiona Duggan. Next Saturday nights lotto is worth 7900 euros.
Well done to the Junior A team and management on reaching the Gullanes Hotel Junior A county final. They beat Sarsfields by the narrowest of margains in the county semi final.Sarsfields got the better start while Portumna wasted many chances by their over eagerness of going for goal chances.Portumna finally settled down and scored two points from frees through Davy Canning and Tomas Quinn. In the 26th minute Paddy Dolphin was in the right place to blast the ball to the Sarsfields net. A point from Joe Keane meant the teams went in at half time Portumna one point down on a scoreline 0-7 to 1-3. Five minutes after the resumption the teams were on level terms after a Dave Canning point from a free. Ciaran Ryan put Portumna ahead for the first time with a well taken point. With ten minutes remaining Sarsfields levelled but Ciaran Ryan restored the lead again. Sarsfields desperately sought to draw level but were guilty of some poor shooting but with time running out they sought the score that was needed. Ronan Hayes fielded a high ball from the puck out only to be brought to ground and the free resulted in Davy Canning punishing the Sarsfields defence with a point to bring them to a County final meeting with Gort. A draw looked on the cards and I suppose it was harsh on Sarsfields who propably deserved a second chance but sport can be cruel and time just ran out Portumna were happy when Joe Larkin blew up for full time. Portumna know they have alot of work to do yet as their performance on Sunday would win them no County final but they have time to up their performance and bridge a twenty eight year gap not having won the title since 1982.
The senior team play Loughrea on Sunday in the Cooper county semi final in Athenry. Throw in at 3-45pm. A massive crowd is expected in Athenry on Sunday so people will need to travel early.Best of luck to team and management.
Well done to the under 12 team who participated in a tournament run by Kilmacud Crokes last Sunday.Portumna beat Fermoy of Cork in the first game but were narrowly beaten by O Loughlin Gaels of Kilkenny in the second match. In their third game they beat the host club which set them up for a quarter final meeting with na Fianna they were beaten by two points but received a plaque for their efforts which is now proudly displayed in the clubhouse. Thanks to Kilmacud for the great day the club looked after them well and the boys thoroughly enjoyed the day.
Weekly Club News - 30th September 2010
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot worth 7700 euros.The numbers drawn were 17 18 19 24 one person matched three numbers Sandra O Brien Wicklow.
Well done to our senior hurlers on powering into another county semi final. The quarter final against Mullagh was somewhat a strange contest where the Mullagh men failed to recover from early self inflicted blow in front of a good crowd in Duggan Park Ballinasloe. Mullagh were left dazed by concession of three avoidable goals in the opening quarter. Mullagh were the first to open their account with a point from Conor Dervan.The first Portumna goal came from Conor O Hare who whipped the ball to the net after a cross field ball was delivered by Andy Smith.Kevin Hayes scored Portumna's second goal after a mistake by Eric Ward the Mullagh keeper Kevin Hayes was on target for Portumnas third goal after Damien Hayes made one of his boilting runs drew the Mullagh defence and unselfishly delivered a pin point ball to Chunky who made no mistake with his effort. It was ninteen minutes before Portumna registered their first point from Niall Hayes and a point from Joe Canning and Damien Hayes gave Portumna a six point lead at the interval on a scoreline 3-3 to 0-6. Mullagh needed a good start to the second half but it was Joe Canning who scored the first second half point.Points from Damien Hayes Conor O Hare and Joe Canning including one of his trade mark sideline cuts gave them a ten point lead with only forty minutes gone.Points from O Hare and Canning ended the game one would have to mention the impressive display of Conor O Hare who registered 1-2 in the game . Johnny Kellys men have now set up a semi final meeting with their great rivals Loughrea on Sunday week in Athenry.
Best of luck to our Junior A team when they play Sarsfields on Sunday in Killimor at 3pm in the county semi final.
The Michael Blake Memorial Tournament took place on Saturday in Portumna teams from Mullagh, Kiltormer and Eyrecourt participated on the day. Portumna beat Kiltormer in the semi final while Mullagh beat Eyrecourt in the other semi. The final betweeen Mullagh and Portumna matched the 2008 winners against 2009 winners. Alot was at stake here Portumna wanted to win back the cup for a second year but it was not to be as Mullagh put on an impressive display and ran out worthy winners. Eyrecourt beat Kiltormer in the other final. Well done to all the under 10 who participated their was some great individual performances from the four teams. Victor Blake presented to the Mullagh captain at the end of the game and Damien Hayes was on hand to present medals to the four teams. A big thank you to Victor Blake who has kindly sponspored the tournament for the last three years.
The under 12 team travel to Dublin on Sunday where they have been invited to participate in a tournament hosted by Kilmacud Crokes so the best of luck to them.
Weekly Club News - 9th September 2010
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot worth 7500 euros. The numbers drawn were 5 16 17 18. Two people matched three numbers Triona Byrne and Eva Duane. They each receive 50 euros.
Congrats and well done to the team and management on winning the 38th Meteor All Ireland Hurling sevens last week-end.Pooled in group four against Upperchurch Drombane Eire og Annacarty/Doonhill and Croom Portumna cruised through the group games relatively easy.Against Eire Og Portumna hit the net three times in the first half through Joe Canning (2) Damien Hayes (1) Smith points coming from Damien Hayes Kevin Hayes and Joe Canning. They added 1-7 to their first half tally with points from Niall Hayes 0-3 Damien 0-2 Andy 0-1 and Joe 0-1 with Portumnas fourth goal coming from Leo Smith.Final score Portumna 4-10 Eire Og 1-4.
Croom of Limerick were their next opponents.Portumna went on the rampage from the start and netted six first half goals Damien two Niall two Andy one with points coming from Joe 0-2 Niall 0-2 Damien 0-1and Joe 0-1. to Crooms 0-3. The game was over as a contest at half time Eoin Lynch and Niall Hayes made it eight with Damien 0-4 Joe 0-1 and Kevin adding to their first half tallies.Croom scored 3-5 in the second half but it was not enough as Portumna went through as group winners on a scoreline 8-13 to 3-8.
Portroe were their quarter final opponents. This was a game everyone was looking forward to as Portumna had made them at the same stage four years ago and beat them narrowly by a point. Portroe had a point to prove but it never lived up to expectations as Portumna ran out worthy winners on a scoreline 5-12 to Portroe 3-2.
Four games over legs and bodies getting tired Portumna met Ballinhassig of Cork in the semi final.Portumna showed no signs of fatigue as they once again cruised through the match. 5-5 was Portumnas score at the interval with three more goals added in the second half with the great Ollie Canning scoring two.
The final was an all Galway affair after Mullagh accounting for another Cork team in the other semi final Bishopstown was one of the favourites after beating last years champions Moycarkey Borris but Mullagh put a stop to them. The game did not live up to expectations as Portumna were well ahead at half time on a scoreline 5-4 to 2-3. Six goal spree in the second half meant Portumna won the 38th Metor cup for the third time in their history the first in 1998 and the second in 2004. Joe Canning was selected player of the tournament after scoring eight goals in the final but all ten players who lined out on the day were in fact players of the tournament. They were a delight to watch and gave an exhibition on how hurling should be played. Well done to the management team of Johnny Kelly Damien Coleman and Michael Duignan. Team on the day Ivan Canning Garret Heagney Ollie Canning Joe Canning Kevin Hayes Damien Hayes Andy Smith Eoin Lynch Leo Smith and Niall Hayes. This competition is one of the prestigious competitions on the club calander so well done to all involved. Watch the YouTube highlights:
Congratulations to Damien Hayes on his selection on the team of the year selected by the Sunday Game Panalists. A well deserved recipient.
Congratulations to Ronan O Meara who won the All Ireland under 16 Balla Ball competitition which took place in Glenalbyn last Saturday which was ran in conjunction with the All Ireland sevens.Ronan was presented with his award by Christy Cooney President of the G.A.A.
The under 16 team have reached the County semi final after a one point win over Ardrahan on Friday last.Portumna got the better start and were a goal and a point up after five minutes through Jamie Flanagan and Ronan O Meara. Ardrahan settled into the game and took some good scores Three points from Ronan and a point from Owen Treacy and Padraig Corcoran saw them go in at the interval on level terms on a scoreline 1-6 to 0-9. Portumna needed to get a good start to the second half as they were playing against a stiff breeze Ronan O Meara got on the ball and after jigging in and out through the backs scored a great goal and received alot of punishment on the way through which went unnoticed points from Niall Concannon Owen Treacy Ronan O Meara and Jamie Flanagan followed to give them an edge but Ardrahan stsrted piling on the pressure and scored two goals and three points to add to their first half tally. With five minutes remaining Ardrahan were two points ahead but when the ball fell to Padraig Corcoran all he saw was the goals and he duly delivered with just minutes remaining Portumna defended well as they were put under alot of pressureA well deserved win. Portumna now meet Kilconieron in the semi final. Colin Burke had a quite evening in goals on large the two goals which were scored could not have been stopped the full back line of Simon Curran Padraig Muldoon and Ciaran Dillon were rock solid while Owen Treacy lead from the half backline and got good assistance from Niall Royston and James Coughlan. Conor Barry won the battle in the middle of the field and got good help from Niall Concannon Ronan O Meara was the danger man up front with Eddie Moloney and Padraig Corcoran battling well Jamie Flanagan lead the full forward line and he was well assisted by Jamie Conboy and Darren Dillon.
The junior A league quarter final against Gort will take place on Sunday morning at 11:30 in Killmor.
Weekly Club News - 2nd September 2010
There was no winner of last week-ends lotto jackpot worth 7300 euros. The numbers drawn were 2 13 17 25. Five people matched three numbers Joe Heagney, Austin Gohery, Damien Quigley, Peter Foley, and Olivia Muldoon. They each receive 20 euros.
Our junior A hurlers have reached the semi final stages of the county championship after seeing off Pearses at the week-end on a scoreline 3-12 to 1-8. After producing some very impressive displays in the group games they needed to submit a similiar gritty display if they were to account for their opponents and that they did. Boosted by the return of John O Flaherty and Joe Keane the junior A team laid the foundation for victory with a fantastic first half display to give them a seven point lead at the interval. Pearses had no answer to Dave Canning who was on top form accounting for 1-4 of Portumna 's scores in the first half with the other scores coming from Ciaran Ryan 1-1 and Steve Killeen 0-1.
Playing against a stiff breeze in the second half Portumna needed a good start and when Paddy Dolphin was brought to ground on the edge of the square after a high tackle Dave Canning duly delivered when he buried the ball to the net. Ronan Hayes who replaced Paddy after this incident scored two points while Dave added another 0-4 to his tally .Conor Mulddon had a quite evening in goals and he was ably assisted by a strong full backline of Reamann Mc Entee, John O Flaherty and Johnny Keane. Tomas Quinn was rock solid at centre back and he received good cover from his other half backs Conor Broderick and Ian Flaherty. Ivan Muldoon and Shane O Rourke won the battle in the middle of the park while the half forward line of Eaman Lynch and Joe Keane battled well with Ciaran Ryan putting in a fine performance. Dave Canning was easily the best forward on view with Paddy Dolphin and Steve Killeen the other two inside forwards.
Well done to Owen Treacy who was on the Galway under 16 team which participated in the Tipperary Supporters Tournament last Week-end. Owen lined out in goals for the team who beat Waterford Cork and Kilkenny.Unfortunately they suffered defeat at the hands of a very strong Tipperary team in the final.
Portumna under 16 team play Ardrahan in the quarter final of the championship on Friday evening at 6:30 in Cappattagle.
This year Portumna senior team are participating in the Meteor All Ireland Senior Hurling Sevens Competition organised by Kilmacud Crokes which is taking place on Saturday 4th September on the eve of the All Ireland final. Portumna are based in Glenalbyn which is the Kilmacud Crokes pitch. They are in Group 4 with Rapparrees -Starlights(Wexford) Eire Og Annacarty /Donhill (Tipperary) and Croom (Limerick). Their first game is against Rapparees at 10:30. At 11:45 they take on Eire Og and their last game in the group is against Croom at 13:45.
Congratulations to Joe Keane who celebrated his 21st Birthday with family and friends in O Meara's last Saturday night.
Weekly Club News - 30th July 2010
There was no winner of last week-ends lotto jackpot.The numbers drawn were 2 11 12 27. Two people matched three numbers Martin Donoghue and Lorraine Starr.
Well done to our senior hurlers on winning the 2009 league final.The game took place in Athenry last Sunday evening opponents Castlegar.Both teams gave it
their all in the first half in what was a very entertaining game of hurling. Joe Canning was the first Portumna player to get his name on the scoreboard.
Points from Ger Kelly Andy Smith Peter Smith Niall Hayes and Joe Canning gave Castlegar a one point lead at the interval on a scoreline 1-8 to 2-6.
Portumnas goal scorer Niall Hayes. All was to play for in the second half Ciaran Ryan replaced Ronan Royston at the start of the second half. Both teams
gave it their all Castlegar added three points to their first half tally .Ronan Hayes came on for Ger Kelly Portumna added 11 points to their first half
tally with nine points coming from Joe Canning with Niall Hayes and Andy Smith the other Portumna scorers.The cup was presented to Leo Smith by Joe Byrne the
chairman of the Galway Hurling Board.
The Portumna team was I.Canning R.Royston E.Mc Entee O.Canning G.Heagney M.Ryan A.O Donnell P.Smith E.Lynch L.Smith A.Smith K.Hayes N.Hayes J.Canning
G.Kelly. Subs C.Ryan for R.Royston R,Hayes for G.Kelly.
The draws for the quarter finals of the Junior A championship took place in Kenny Park Athenry on Thursday night with Portumna paired against Pearses.The
other pairings were Gort v Sylane Menlo Emmets v Sarsfields and Craughwell v Meelick Eyrecourt. These games are due to take place next week-end.
The draws for the junior A league took place earlier in the week with Portumna meeting Gort in the quarter final with the winners playing Pearses in the
semi final.
Weekly Club News - 23rd July 2010
There was no winner of last week-ends loto jackpot worth 7000 euros. The numbers drawn were 1 4 20 24. Three people matched three numbers Joe Madden Eoin
Fahy and Tommy Goonan.They each receive 35 euros. Next week-ends lotto is worth 7100 euros.
The senior team play Castlegar on Sunday in last years league final. They have commenced training this week after a well earned rest.
The junior A team have a couple of challange games lined up this week-end against Sixmilebridge and Mullagh in preparation for their forthcoming quarter
final which is down for decision next week-end.
Well done to the under 16 team and management on reaching the quarter final stages of the competition.They played two games this week the first against
Mullagh.Portumna went in at half time on a scoreline 3-9 to 0-3 with Portumna's scores coming from Ronan O Meara 3-2 Jamie Flanagan 0-5 Sean Tuohy 0-1 and
Owen Treacy o-1. Mullagh needed a good start in the second half but it was Portumna who mstarted well with a goal from Ronan O Meara another goal from Ronan
and two goals from Jamie Flanagan ended the game as a contest with Portumna's points coming from Padraig Corcoran Niall Concannon Sean Tuohy Raymond
Broderick and James Coughlan. Mullagh added four points to their first half score. Final score Portumna 7-14 Mullagh 0-7.
Their second game against St Thomas took place in Castledaly on Thursday evening. Thomas was the first to score but it was not long before Portumna levelled
with a point from Ronan O Meara. The first half was evenly contested with both teams giving it their all Portumna went in at the interval a point down on a
scoreline 1-5 to Thomas 0-9 with Portumna's scores coming from Jamie Flanagan 1-1 and Ronan O Meara 0-4. It was unfortunate that Portumna lost Sean Tuohy so
early in the game through injury Conor Barry came on as his replacement and had an outstanding game at centre field. The second half was all to play for
Thomas settled better and went bthree points ahead but Portumna remained calm under pressure and when Jamie Flanagan scored a goal all was to play for.
Points from Conor Barry 0-4 Ronan O Meara 0-5 Padraig Corcoran 0-2 Owen Treacy 0-1 Jamie Flanagan 0-2 gave Portumna a worthy victory even though Portumna
had a bit to spare at the end the score did not reflect the game a great game of hurling was provided by both teams and their was some great individual
performances on both sides. Colin Burke was solid in goals and was ably assisted by Simon Curran Padraig Muldoon and Tommy Heagney in the full back line
Owen Treacy had a great game at centre back in particular in the second half when Portumna was under pressure and he was well assisted by his other two half
backs of James Coughlan and especially Niall Royston who put in a brillant performance. Conor Barry and Niall Concannon won most of the midfield exchanges.
Ronan O Meara having been moved out to centre forward stopped the Thomas threat of moving forward and picked off some great points his other two half
forwards of Padraig Corcoran and Eddie Moloney. gave it their all. Jamie Flanagan excelled when moved into full forward and he got great help from Darren
Dillon and Jamie Conboy.Well done to both teams for a great game of hurling.
Weekly Club News - 16th July 2010
There was no winner of last Week-ends lotto jackpot. The numbers drawn were 4 9 20 26. Two people matched three numbers B.Rowan and Mary Daly they each
receive 50 euros.
Well done to the Junior A who have now qualified to the quarter final of the competion after a narrow win against Liam Mellows last week-end.The first
Portumna player to score was Shane O Rourke points from Steve Killeen Ronan Hayes 0-3 Tomas Quinn Ivan Muldoon and Dave Canning 0-4 gave Portumna a half time
lead of five points of 1-11 to Liam Mellows 2-3. Portumna goal coming from Dave Canning.Points from Dave Canning Ian Flaherty and Ronan Hayes gave Portumna
that bit of leeway but Liam Mellows battled well and they added seven point to their first half tally. With only minutes remaining Mellows were awarded a
penalty after one of their players were taken down the free taker had only goal on his mind when he stood over the free somehow it was saved and cleared and
with that the referee blew the final whistle Portumna topped the group having won all their games. Portumna 1-16 Liam Mellows 2-10.
On the juvenile front the under 16 team began their championship win a win over Carnmore.Ronan O Meara was the first Portumna player to get on the scoreboard
and added three more points before Carnmore replied. A further six points from Ronan and points from Jamie Flanagan Owen Treacy and Conor Barry meant
Portumna went in at the interval on a scoreline 1-13 to Carnmore 2-2 with Portumna goal coming from Owen Treacy from a penalty after Ronan O Meara was taken
down on the edge of the square. If Carnmore was to get anything out of the game they needed a good start to the second half but it was Ronan O Meara within
minutes of the start took on the Carnmore defence and buried the ball past the Carnmore goalie. Game over at this stage further points from O Meara Owen
Treacy and Sean Tuohy gave Portumna a ten point win on a scoreline 2-17 to 3-4.
The under 16 team had another game during the week their opponents Killimordaly. Niall Concannon was the first Portumna scorer with a point Points from Ronan
O Meara 0-8 Jamie Flanagan 0-2 and a great point from Owen Treacy from distance meant Portumna went in at the interval nine points ahead on a scoreline 1-12
to 1-3 with Portumna's goal coming from Jamie Conboy. Portumna went further ahead with points from Ronan O Meara 0-4 Padraig Corcoran and a goal from Daniel
Gerathy gave them a comfortable lead. Killimordaly added four more points to their first half tally but then disaster struck three goals in the space of
five minutes brought back the lead to six points in fairness to Killimordaly they battled well and continued to pile on the pressure but Portumna did not
panic and two goals from Ronan O Meara gave Portumna another ten point victory on a scoreline 4-17 to 4-7.
Best of luck to Shane O Rourke and Teresa Murray on their wedding day next Friday. Hope ye have a lovely day.
Weekly Club News - 9th July 2010
There was no winner of last Saturday night's lotto jackpot.The numbers drawn were 2 7 16 25. Two people matched three numbers Sean Grady and John
Shaughnessy,they each receive 50 euros. Next week-ends lotto is worth 6700 euros.
Well done to Owen Treacy on winning the Connacht Hurling under 16 poc fada competition which was held in Toreen G.A.A. Grounds in Mayo on Monday night. Owen
now goes on to represent Galway and Connacht in the All Ireland which will be held in the Cooley Mountains at the end of the month.
The junior A team continued their unbeaten run in the championship with a win over Gort last Wednesday evening.Dave Canning was the first Portumna player to
get on the scoreboard with a point from a free Dave added two more points from frees and a point from play. A point from Steve Killeen and a goal from Dave
Canning meant Portumna went in at the interval four points down on a scoreline 1-5 to 2-6. With all to play for in the second half Portumna began to pile
on the pressure Ciaran Ryan added a point Dave Canning 0-6 from frees and a point from play brought Portumna into the game.Eaman Lynch struck a long ball
into the full forward line the Gort goalie failed to deal with it and the ball ended up in the Gort net. Game on Gort added 1-2 to their first half total and
when Ronan Hayes scored Portumnas third goal time was up and Portumna ran pout worthy winners on a scoreline 3-13 to 3-8.
Their final group game is against Liam Mellows in Loughrea on Saturday at 5:30pm and a win will ensure them a quarter final placing.
Our minor team secured two points in the championship after a win over Micheal Breathnach on Friday evening.A win was badly needed after suffering defeats
in their last two games. Portumna went in at half time on a scoreline 2-11 to 0-2 with the scores coming from Ronan O Meara 0-4 Oisin Royston 0-3 Sean Tuohy
0-2 Johnathan Cormican 0-1 Craig O Meara 0-1 with the goals coming from Jamie Flanagan and Padraig Muldoon. Portumna piled on the pressure in the second
half and added 0-9 to their first half tally with scores coming from Ronan O Meara 0-5 Niall Concannon 0-2 Sean Tuohy 0-1 and Oisin Royston 0-1 while Micheal
Breathnachs just added two points to their first half tally.
However this win was short lived when our minors suffered a very heavy defeat at the hands of Rahoon - Newcastle on Sunday.The portumna scorers were Colin
Burke 0-5 from frees Padraig Muldoon 0-1 Jamie Flanagan 0-1 and Ronan O Meara 1-1.
Well done to our senior team for reaching the quarter final stages of the competition. They were just too srong for Killimordaly in Ballinasloe on Saturday
evening. Joe Canning was the first Portumna player to get on the scoreboard with a point from a free and points from Andy Smith 0-4 Chunky Hayes 0-2 Niall
Hayes 0-2 Damien Hayes 0-2 and two further points from Joe Canning and a goal from Damien Hayes brought the half time score to 1-13 to 0-3 with two of
Killimordaly points coming from frees. The second half was no better for Killimordaly with points coming from Joe Canning Damien Hayes Niall Hayes Andy Smith
and Eoin Lynch with Joe Canning adding two goals to his tally.Killimordaly added eight points to their first half tally Portumna 3-21 Killimordaly 0-11.
Portumna Junior B team play Ahascragh/Fohenagh in Killimor on Sunday evening at 7pm in the last round up of the group games.
Our under 16 team travel to Carnmore on Sunday morning to play Carnmore in the second round of the championship.
The V.H.I. Hurling Cul Camp will take place in Portumna G.A.A. Grounds on Monday 19th July to Friday 23rd July. Camp commences at 10am and finishes at
2:30pm. Anyone one who has not already registered can do so on Monday morning.
Weekly Club News - 2nd July 2010
There was no winner of last Saturday night's lotto jackpot. The numbers drawn were 7 8 20 27. Four people matched three numbers Maura Scott Fran O Rielly
Darragh Heagney and Tommy Cunningham.They each receive 25 euros. Next week-ends lotto is worth 6500 euros.
The minors resumed their championship campaign after a long break due to exams last Friday evening against Oranmore-Maree in Craughwell. Portumna got off to
a good start and were five points ahead going in at the interval with the scores coming from Owen Treacy 0-3 Jamie Conboy 1-0 and Ronan O Meara 0-6 who was
causing quite a few problems for the Oranmore defence. The score at half time Portumna 1-9 Oranmore 0-7 with all to play for in the second half.Oranmore
battled well in the second half and scoring point after point gradually reduced Portumna lead but once again Owen Treacy and Ronan O Merara showed leadership
and between them added 1-5 to their first half tally with Owen scoring one point and Ronan 1-4. Oranmore had 1-10 added to their first half tally with only
minutes remaining then came the killer blow Oranmore got a goal after a major skermish at the goalmouth it was hard on the lads after dominating all through
the game to be beaten by the last puck of the ball but thats sport. It has to be said it was a great game of hurling and their was some fine individual on
both sides with Brian Mannion and Johnathan Cormican showing good leadership in defence and were well assisted by Simon Curran Graham Fogarty Eoin Harte
and Michael Ward. Owen Treacy gave a good performance at centre field and got good assistance from Jamie Blake. Colin Burke had a great game at centre
forward and supplied good ball inside to the full forward line he was abbly assisted by Padraig Mulddon and Oisin Royston. Ronan O Meara at full forward
proved quite a handful for the Oranmore full back line with Jamie Conboy and Jamie Flanagan the two corner forwards. Final score Portumna 2-14 Oranmore 2-17.
Portumna now play Cois Fharraige on Friday at 7:30 in Ballindereen in the next round of the minor championship.
Our junior B team suffered another defeat in their championship against Kinvara in Kilbeacanty last Sunday evening. This was a game which Portumna badly
needed to win to remain in the competition after already suffering defeats to Bearna na Forbacha and Castlegar. Tristan Hoary was the first Portumna person
to score from a free with Vinnie Sellars adding four points three from frees and a good score from a 65. Shane Connors was one of the goal scorers with
Damien Coleman scoring Portumnas second goal from a twenty one yard free. Damien came up all the way from goals to drive the ball to the roof of the Kinvara
net. There was only a point in the difference at half time on a scoreline Portumna 2-5 Kinvara 2-6. All was to play for in the second half however Kinvara
were the team who settled better in the second half and added 1-6 to their first half tally while Portumna only added three points Vinnie Sellars 0-2 from
frees Johnathan Fahy 0-1 Johnathan point was the only point which came from play and the sending off of two Portumna players just showed what a fraustrating
day they were having and this certainly did not help their cause.
Their next game is against Ahascragh - Fohenagh on the week-end 18th July.
The junior A team play Gort in the next round of the championship on Wednesday evening in Kilbeacanty at 7:30 They have maximum points after two games and a
win in this game would certainly guarantee them a quarter final placing with one game remaining against Liam Mellows.
On the juvenile front the under 12 team had their first win in the competition against Mullagh on Monday evening. Jack Canning David O Meara and Sean Brien
were the scorers for Portumna. Well done lads.
The under 10 team play Tynagh- Abbey -Duniry in Mullagh on Saturday morning at 10-15 where all the east board finals are taking place.Good luck lads.
The under 16 team commence their championship campaign against Cois Fharraige in Kilconieron on Monday evening at 6:30 pm
Best of luck to the Galway team and Management on Sunday in the Leinster final when they take on Kilkenny. Here's hoping to making a bit of history on
Sunday evening.
Weekly Club News - 25th June 2010
There was no winner of last Saturday night's lotto jackpot. The numbers drawn were 7 18 19 27. Match three winners were Yvonne O Meara, S.Donoghue, Charlie
Corrigan, Amelia Ruth Johnny Keane, Liam Kiely, Frank Forde, and Mary Smith.
A big thank you to all the people who played and supported our Golf Classic last week-end. Thank's to Ronnie and Phyllis Curley of Curleys Bar and Lounge who
once again sponspored the golf Classic. Thanks to all the other sponsors and to all the people who sponsored tee boxes.Thanks to the people who brought in
teams and tee boxes. A big thank you to Micheal and the Portumna Golf club for their hospitality on the day.
The registration night for the V.H.I. hurling Cul camps will take place in the clubhouse on Tuesday evening the 29th June at 7pm. Price of camp 1st child 60
euros 2nd child discounted 50 euros 3rd child discounted 45 euros.
The junior B team play Kinvara on Sunday evening at 5:30 in Kilbeacanty. Best wishes to Alan Gorman and Tina Darcy on their wedding which is taking place on
Friday.Alan is captain of the team. Congrats to Mike Gill and to his bride Joanne who were married in Poland last week-end.
After a long rest while the exams were taking place the minors resume their championship campaign on Friday in Craughwell when the play Oranmore Maree at 7pm.
On the juvenile front the under 12 team were narrowly defeated by Craughwell when they met last Monday evening. The score was on level terms at the interval
but Craughwell regrouped and defended well in the second half and had two points to spare in the end. Portumna play Mullagh in the next round of the
championship on Monday in Mullagh at 6:30pm.
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. [Read the full match report..]
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: [All-Ireland Series] << >> [Awesome Attack]
**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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