Carbery Rangers GAA

03-03-10

Carbery Rangers Senior team won the Tadgh Crowley cup with a good victory over Nemo Rangers in Clonakilty on Sunday last. Ross played against the wind in the first half and were level at the break, despite conceding a goal earl on. Much was expected from the Ross men in the second period and they duly obliged, giving a great display and finishing off some lovely passing movements, scoring some cracking points to build up a six point lead before Nemo scored their second goal in injury time from a free kick and it made for some nervy moments but the Ross boys held out to win 0-16 to 2-07.

The Junior team were in league action on Monday night in Dunmanway against the home side and won by 1-08 to 1-06. This was a result that looked most unlikely as the Dohenys led by 4 points to no score after twenty minutes. Sean O’Neill opened the scoring for Ross with a point and two more from Niall Hayes and Colin Murphy had Ross back in the game, but a goal for the home side on the stroke of half time gave them the advantage. Ross were level early in the second half when Niall found the back of the net from a penalty after Sean O’Neill was pulled down. Rangers hit the front with ten minutes to go as Kieran Fitzpatrick scored a fine point before Padraig Hodnett got the final score. Team: Robbie Ahern, Daniel Harte, Stephen Hicks, Michael Cussen, Anthony Roche, Enda Favier, Peter Nagle, Eugene Murphy, Padraig Hodnett, Sean McCarthy, Colin Murphy, Kieran Fitzpatrick, James Hicks, Niall Hayes and Sean O’Neill. Subs Kieran O’Brien, Conor O’Rourke,Eoin Lane and Mike Walsh.

Ross minor team had a premier league game against Bishopstown away over the weekend. In a close first half Ross led by 1-01 to 3 points, all Ross score coming from Christopher O’Donovan. In the second period Padraig Hicks scored six points and one each from Eoin Lane and John O’Rourke gave Ross the win on a final score of 1-09 to 6points. Team: Paul Shanahan, Bobby Kelly Michéal O’Donovan, Thomas O’Rourke, Alan O’Regan Conor O’Rourke, Gearóid O’Brien, Ian Ronan, Peter Nagle,Eoin Lane, Sean O’Regan, Kevin O’Neill, Ronan Milner, Terry O’Donovan, Christopher O’Donovan. Subs: Eamonn O’Mahony, Padraig Hicks, John O’Rourke, Cathal Prendergast.

Rosscarbery under 16 footballers traveled to Bantry last weekend to play the home team in the league and were defeated on a score line of 1-10 to 10points.

Next Saturday the minor team have a home game against Fermoy. On Sunday the under 16 team entertain Clonakilty at 11.30 while the junior team are at home to Ilen Rovers at 11.45.

The club will hold a Registration night this Friday evening for all club members in Ardagh from 7 to8pm .

Ross had two winners in the county board draw recreantly at the greyhound track in cork.Johnny Murphy Rossa Avenue won €1000 when the dog he drew won its race and Sean Keane Newtown won €500 for finishing third.

The club will hold a Social and presentation night for the under 16 footballers and under 14 hurlers on Saturday the 6^th March in the Celtic Ross hotel at8.30pm. Special guest on the night will be Seán Óg Ó hAilpín. All Parents, members and supporters are welcome.

Ross did well in the Scor Na bPaisti held in Ballydehob. In Figure Dancing the Carbery Rangers team of Aaron O’Flynn, Megan O’Flynn, Joan O’Donovan, Sarah Gordan, Brian Hegarty, Ray Shanahan, Eamon Shanahan, and Ruth Kevane came out in top. While Joan O’Donovan won the Solo singing and in Question time the Ross team of Sarah Hayes, Emma Hill, and Maeve Hayes had 2 points to spare after a close contest. In Recitation Sarah Hayes representing Ross ladies football was the winner.

We had no winner of the lotto jackpot this week. The numbers drawn were 1, 20 and 31. Lucky dip winners were €50 Phyllis Callanan, , €30 Danny O’Regan Benduff, €20 Conor McCarthy Kildee. Next draw will be on 15 ^th March and the jackpot is €1600 and the draw takes place in The pike Bar.

23-02 10

Carbery Rangers minor footballers played the final of the league against O’Donovan Rossa in Castlehaven last Thursday and were defeated by 2-09 to 10points. Ross were slow to settle and were always chasing the game, however they finished well but it was not enough to stop the Skibbereen boys from taking the title.

The under 16 footballers had their first outing in the league on Sunday last against Bandon and were defeated on a score of 4-12 to 2-07.

Carbery Rangers senior team had a good win over Castlehaven in the semi final of the Tadgh Crowley cup. After a poor start that had them trailing by 7 points early on in the game Ross gradually came into the game and played an excellent second half and progressed to the final with a 1-12 to 1-08 win.

Next weeks fixtures include under 16 football away to Bantry, a minor league against Bishopstown away on Sunday at 1pm. The Tadgh Crowley cup final against Nemo Rangers in Clonakilty at 2.45 on Sunday and the junior team have a league game away to Dohenys on Monday at8pm .

The club will hold a Social and presentation night for the under 16 footballers and under 14 hurlers on Saturday the 6^th March in the Celtic Ross hotel at8.30pm. Special guest on the night will be Sean Og O hAilpin. All Parents, members and supporters are welcome.

We had no winner of the lotto jackpot this week. The numbers drawn were 9, 13 and 30. Lucky dip winners were €50 Madge Hayes Church Street, €30 Eric McCarthy the Pike, €20 Mike Nagle Warren Road. Next week the jackpot is €1400 and the draw takes place in O’Driscoll’s Bar Reenascreena.
09-02-10
      Carbery Rangers senior team got off to a good start to the season when they defeated old rivals Ilen Rovers in the Tadgh Crowley cup first round game played in Ardagh last Sunday. Ross played with the wind advantage in the first half and built up a six point lead at the break. In the second period Ross held that lead and ran out winners by 18 points to 12. On Sunday next Carbery Rangers are fixed to play O’Donovan Rossa in the next round in Skibbereen at2.30pm.
             Well done to John Hayes who scored the all important winning point for Cork against Monaghan when introduced in Scotstown last Sunday.
            Congratulations to Deirdre Hayes Ardagh who won the lotto jackpot of €3000 last weekend. The numbers drawn were 4, 6 and 22. Next week the jackpot is €1000 and the draw takes place in Nolan’s Bar. There are still yearly and half yearly lotto tickets available. 27-01-2010
Rosscarbery under 14 hurlers played the final of the 2009 league on Sunday last in Ardagh, against Timoleague and won on a score of 3-6 to 2-4. Ross trailed at the break by two points and in a close second half Ross gradually built up a 5 point gap, before Timoleague finished in a flourish scoring a goal and a point to leave just 1 between them with time almost up. However Ross responded brilliantly and scored a goal just before the final whistle to give them a well deserved win and the league title. Panel: Danny Reynolds, Jack O’Donoghue, Aidan O’Donovan, Daniel Hodnett, Jerry O’Riardon, Timmy O’Donoghue, Tadgh O’Mahony, John Joe Walsh, Cathal O’Rourke, William Allshire, David O’Donovan, John Hodnett, Maurice Allshire, Adam O’Mahony and Michéal O’Mahony.
        In the afternoon Carbery Rangers minor team were in action at home to Millstreet in a league semi final. The Ross men scored an early goal and held that advantage at the half way stage. In the second period Ross added 3 more points to open a six point lead, but the game was wide open again as Millstreet scored a cracking goal after 10 minutes. However the response was good and four more points from the home side and penalty save from the Ross goalie put them 1-13 to 1-5 at the final whistle. The Final will probably be played this weekend against O’Donovan Rossa. Team: Paul Shanahan, David Flavin, Michéal O’Donovan, Gearóid O’Brien, Bobby Kelly, Ian Ronan, Alan O’Regan, Peter Nagle, John O’Rourke, Eoin Lane, Ronan Milner, Sean O’Neill, Terry O’Donovan, Michael Walsh, Christopher O’Donovan. Sub Barry O’Hea.

The lotto jackpot is €2800 on Monday night and yearly and half yearly tickets are available from the Club lotto committee

20-01-10
       Rosscarbery under 16 footballers played the 2009 league final on Saturday last in Newtown against Peddlers Cross and were defeated on a score of 2-08 to 8 points. Ross were slow to settle and were 3 points down after 5 minutes. Ross upped their game from here on to make it all square 5 points each at the break. In the second half Peddlers scored two early goals to give them the edge, and held that advantage to the final whistle. Team: Donal Dignan, Michael Hourihane, Micheal O’Donovan, Damien O’Brien, Tadgh O’Mahony, David Flavin, Eamonn O’Mahony, Cathal Prendergast, Thomas O’Rourke, Gearóid O’Brien, Paul Shanahan, Terry O’Donovan, Timmy O’Donoghue, Sean O’Regan, Vincent Hodnett. Subs Brian Hayes, Patrick McCarthy and Stephen Vickery.
         Congratulations to Kevin McMahon who was picked on the Buckley Financial West Cork team of the past 25 years.
          The lotto returns this week after a break and the jackpot is €2800. Lotto tickets for the year are now available.

23-12-09

On Friday night last the U14 hurlers travelled to Castlehaven to take on Mizen Rovers in the semi final of the league. On a bitterly cold night both sides lined out under lights for the first time. The first half was a very evenly contested affair and when Pat Fitzgerald blew for half time the Rangers led 2-01 to 1-02 . Some astute positional changes by the management yielded great benefits in the second half and the Ross lads scored some great goals. When the final whistle blew the score was 6.04 to 3.05 to the Ross lads. They now face Timoleague in the final possibly played over the Christmas period. Team J Hodnett, A O’Donovan J Hodnett O'Riordan, D Hodnett, T O'Mahony ,T O'Donoghue, M O'Mahony, JJ Walsh, W Allshire, D O' Donovan.

Carbery Rangers minor team recorded a victory over Bantry in the quarter final of the league last Sunday winning on a score of 2-14 to 0-04.

Carbery Rangers would like to wish all club members and supporters a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

We had no winner of the lotto jackpot on Monday night last. Numbers drawn were 1, 3 and 20, Lucky dip winners were €50 Ronan Milner Burgatia, €30 Thresa Dullea Ahaguilla, €20 Aidan Butler Castlefreke. Next draw will take place onthe 1^stfeb 2010 for a jackpot of €2800.

02-12-09
Rosscarbery under 14 footballers played Clann na nGael in the league semi-final on Sunday last in Newtown winning on a score of 3-07 to 0-05. Ross had 3 first half goals from John Hodnett, Timmy O’Donoghue and William Allshire and led at the break by 6 points. In the second half Ross scored 5 points while holding the opposition scoreless and advancing to the final against Sam Maguire’s on this Thursday night in Dunmanway at 7.30pm. Team: Matt O’Brien, Brian O’Donovan, Damien O’Brien, Cathal O’Rourke, Aidan O’Donovan, Patrick McCarthy, Jerry O’Riardon, Timmy O’Donoghue, Tadgh O’Mahony, William Allshire, Eoin Collins, Jack O’Donoghue, Daniel Hodnett, Austin Keane, John Hodnett. Subs: Adam Barrett, Maurice Allshire, Colum O'Donovan, Michéal O’Mahony and Brian O’Sullivan.

Carbery Rangers Senior Footballers were delighted to be selected Buckley Financial Team of the Month following their great win in the Kelleher Shield final against Clonakilty.

Rosscarbery under 14 hurlers make the trip to the Mizen on Sunday morning to play the home team in the semi-final at 12noon. Our minor team are at home to Bantry in the league quarter final also on Sunday.

The Carbery Rangers AGM will be held in The Celtic Ross hotel at 7pm on Friday the 4^th of December.

We had no winner of the lotto jackpot on Monday night last. Numbers drawn were 2, 13 and 31, Lucky dip winners were €50 Mary Deasy the Pike, €30 Dave Harmon Church Cross, and €20 John Burke Ballygurten. Next week the draw will take place in The Abbey Bar for a jackpot of €2200.

25-11-09
Rosscarbery under 16 footballers played Youghal in the County Final in Youghal, on Sunday last and were defeated on a final score of 2-07 to 1-04. Ross were playing with a strong wind in the first half and had built up a 1-03 lead after just 10 minutes, however another point was all they had to show for the remainder of the game. Youghal got their first score of the game on the quarter hour mark which was a well worked goal, they were level after the second minute in the turn around and picked off three more points to give them the advantage. Ross tried hard to come back but in the heavy conditions found progress hard to make against a physically stronger team. In the final minutes Ross had the ball on the Youghal goal line but could not get it past it and in the final kick of the match Youghal scored their second goal to wrap up the game. Team: D Dignan, D O’Brien, M O’Donovan, M Hourihane, S Vickery , D Flavin, E O’Mahony, T O’Rourke, C Prendergast, T O’Mahony, P Shanahan, G O’Brien, T O’Donoghue, S O’Regan, T O’Donovan. Sub V Hodnett.

The Carbery Rangers Agm will be held in The Celtic Ross hotel at7pm on Friday the 4^th of December.

Scor Na nOg .

Its that time of year again and teams from all over Cork are busy getting their "acts" together for Scor Na nOg, the Carbery Final will take place in Rosmore theatre on Friday 4th December. This competition is open to competitors U17 years on 1st Jan 2010, anyone from Rosscarbery who would like to take part please give your entry to PJ Tobin on or before Sunday 30th November. Scor na bPaisti which is confined to primary school children will take place at the end January with further details to follow later.

We had no winner of the lotto jackpot on Monday night last. Numbers drawn were 4, 10 and 15, Lucky dip winners were €50 Dan Coakley Maulireagan, €30 John O’Sullivan Convent Road, and €20 Mike O’Shea Sam’s Cross. Next week the draw will take place in Sam’s Cross for a jackpot of €2000.
04-11-09
Congratulations to Tony Hayes formally of Frehanes Rosscarbery who won first prize of €50,000 in the Cork Gaa club draw for the month of September. Tony is a lifelong supporter and former player of Carbery Rangers and it was great to see him rewarded for his loyalty to the club. We wish him the best of luck. Anyone interested in purchasing a ticket for the reaming draws can do so by contacting any club member.

Ross under 8’s and under 10 footballers had their last training session of the season on Saturday morning last. They gave a great welcome to senior captain Seamus Hayes who dropped in to show them the Kelleher Shield trophy that Ross won recently. These young footballers had an eventful season with a match or training every Saturday morning. The club would like to extend its thanks to Michael O’Rourke and his fellow trainers and coaches who gave their time to these youngsters over the summer months.

We had no winner of the lotto jackpot on Monday night last. Numbers drawn were 12, 25 and 28, Lucky dip winners were €50 Helen O’Shea Sam’s Cross, €30 Michael O’Sullivan Burgatia, and €20 Mary Rose O’Brien Rosscarbery. Next week the draw will take place in The Abbey Bar for a jackpot of €1400.
28-10-09

Rosscarbery under 16 footballers advanced to the county championship final when they defeated Sam Maguire’s on Saturday last in Dunmanway, winning on a score-line of 4-05 to 1-06. The Ross boys played with a strong wind in the first half and were slow to settle, indeed their was a quarter of the match gone before they got their first score. This was a brilliant point from a sideline kick from the boot of Thomas O’Rourke, which tied up the game. Shortly after Timmy O’Donoghue was on hand to punch the ball to the back of the net. Another goal followed as Paul Shanahan converted a penalty and Timmy finished off the half with a point from play to leave the Ross boys winning on a score line of 2-2 to 2 points.

Ross had it all to do in the second period as they faced the elements and especially as Sam Maguire’s goaled in the first minute. Timmy pointed a free along with one from play before Paul converted his second spot kick and Ross were looking good as Sean O’Regan had a pointed free. The game was really wrapped up when Timmy punched his second goal and their was no way back for the home side despite scoring four second half points.

Ross will be pleased to be in the final but a big improvement on their first half performance will be needed. In fairness the second period was much better and Michéal O’Donovan came more into the game along with fellow backs Michael Hourihan and Stephen Vickery. Cathal Prendergast too had a fine game while Timmy did most of the scoring, Gearóid O’Brien did a lot of hard work and the return of Terry O’Donovan after suspension should further strengthen the forwards.

The final will be probably be played on the 14^th of November against either Youghal or Millstreet at a venue to be decided.

Team: Donal Dignan, Damien O’Brien, Michéal O’Donovan, Michael Hourihane, Stephen Vickery, David Flavin, Eamonn O’Mahony, Cathal Prendergast, Thomas O’Rourke, Gearóid O’Brien, Sean O’Regan, Tadgh O’Mahony, Brian Hodnett, Timmy O’Donoghue, Paul Shanahan. Subs: Brian Hayes, Vincent Hodnett and Cian O’Mahony.

Carbery Rangers minor footballers had an easy victory in the league on Monday when they travelled to Aghada to play the home side winning by 1-12 to 1-2 and now qualify for the knock out stages.

We had no winner of the lotto jackpot on Monday night last. Numbers drawn were 1, 7 and 14, Lucky dip winners were €50 Denis Nyhan, €30 Mary Healy Clonakilty, €20 Brian HayesWarren Road. Next week the draw will take place in O’Driscoll’s Bar Reenascreena for a jackpot of €1200.
21-10-09

Carbery Rangers senior footballers were crowned league champions when they defeated county champions and near neighbours Clonakilty in the final of the Kelleher Shield, played in Dunmanway last Sunday. The Ross men had to field without three of their championship starting team, and the loss of competitive action over the past few months was expected to give the edge to their opponents, who are still involved in the Munster championship after their recent county championship success.

It was Clon who scored first but that lead only lasted for a short while before Declan Hayes and John O’Rourke combined to put Seamus Hayes through for a brilliant goal and Ross were never to be led again as they dominated proceedings for the remainder of the half. Indeed they were also unlucky not to score a couple of more goals as they pushed forward. At the other end Maurice Moloney was in superb form stopping a penalty and another point blank save to deny the Clon men a way back into the game. Ross led at the break by 1-05 to 2 points thanks to points from Seamus (3) Michael Mennis (1) and Johnny Murphy (1).

In the second period the county champions fought their way back into contention and reduced the lead down to 2 points. Ross picked it up again and second half scores from John Hayes (3) and Brian Shanahan (1) put them ahead at the final whistle on a score line of 1-09 to 9 points. This was Carbery Rangers first competitive senior final victory since joining the senior ranks and was a tremendous achievement for the club, holding the current county champions to a single point from play in the process. The Kelleher Shield Trophy was presented to team captain Seamus Hayes by county board Represintive James O’Neill after the game. Seamus thanked his fellow players and panellists for the amount of work they put in, also to the selectors Johnny Murphy, Mick Connolly, Jeremy Murphy and the Carbery Rangers officers and backroom team before wishing Clonakilty the best of luck in their quest for further honours in the Munster championship.

Rosscarbery under 16 footballers advanced further in the championship with a comfortable win over Passage on Saturday last in a game played in Newtown . Ross did most of the good work in the first half and thanks to two late goals from Damien O’Brien and Terry O’Donovan, Ross were in control at the break on a score of 2-06 to 3 points. The second half was a scrappy affair with both teams content with playing out the remaining time just adding 3 points each and the dismissal of a player from each side on the stroke of full time was unnecessary and will be a source of disappointment to the home side as they continue their journey this Saturday against Dunmanway in Clonakilty, at 3pm in the county semi final.

Congratulations to Gabriel O’Driscoll Reenascreena who won the club lotto jackpot prize of €3600 last week. The numbers drawn were 11, 12 and 13, next week the jackpot prize is €1000 and the draw takes place in O’Brien’s Bar

14-10-09

Carbery Rangers U16 footballers made the short journey to Clonakilty’s impressive pavilion at Ahamilla on Saturday last, to take on Sam-Maguire’s in the West Cork Final. Both teams were slow to get started as scores were hard got, with Ross leading by 6 points to 2 points. Thanks mostly goes to the accurate free taking of Sean O’Regan and the strong play of David Flavin and Cathal Prendergast. A miss-directed free out of Rosscarbery’s defence left Sam’s in for an opportunist goal on the stroke of half time. Ross turned to play with the sun and slight wind to their backs, but it was Sam’s who took the game to Ross. Quickly equalising and then taking the lead for the first time, ten minutes into the second half. Ross dug deep and excellent play by Michael Hourihane, Thomas O’Rourke and Gearoid O’Brien drove Ross forward. Soon the teams were level. A goal and two points were soon to follow from the boot of the hard-working Terry O’Donovan which gave Ross a great boost. Ross were five points up with seven minutes to go, when Sam’s struck for goal to set up a grand stand finish. Once again Ross dug deep and hung on with two late pointed frees by Sean O’Regan. This left the final score: Carbery Rangers 1-13 to Sam Maguire’s 2-6.

This was a welcomed victory for the Rangers as under age championships have eluded the club recently. Well done to all involved with the team. The cup was presented to a Jubilant Ross captain, Michéal O’Donovan by Board na nÓg secretary Eddie Moloney. Ross now play the city winners next weekend in Ross. Scorers for Ross: Sean O’Regan 0-6, Timmy O’Donoghue 0-3, Terry O’Donovan 1-2, Paul Shanahan and Gearoid O’Brien 1 point each. Panel: Dónal Dignan, Damien O’Brien, Michéal O’Donovan, Michael Hourihane, Stephen Vickery, David Flavin, Eamonn O’Mahony, Thomas O’Rourke, Cathal Prendergast, Terry O’Donovan, Gearoid O’Brien, Sean O’Regan, Timmy O’Donoghue, Paul Shanahan, Brian Hayes, Tadgh O’Mahony, Brian Hodnett, Vincent Hodnett, Cian O’Mahony, Patrick McCarthy, Matt O’Brien and James O’Neill.

Carbery rangers have qualified for the Fleming Construction Football League Division 1 Final, where they faceCountyChampions and near neighbours Clonakilty on Sunday next at 3pm in Dunmanway.

Ross Under 8 Hurlers travelled to Barryroe on Saturday morning last to play the home team. An enjoyable morning was had by all in beautiful sunshine.

Ross Under 12 Footballers were defeated by Castlehaven in the semi-final of the league last week.

On saturday last the Carbery Rangers U13 hurlers travelled to Tracton for the finals of the C grade feile competition. In the first of two games they played the home side and went under by 7 points. In the second game they played a strong Kinsale side and despite their best efforts lost by 8 points.This was a fantastic competition and very well organised. A big thank you to Tracton for their excellent hospitality. Team: John Hodnett, Edmond Beese, Danny Reynolds, Sean Gordan, John Hodnett, Robert Hegarty, Adam O'Mahony, Aidan O'Donovan, Jerry O'Riordan, David O'Donovan, Cathal O'Rourke, Jack O' Donoghue, Brian Calnan, Maurice Allshire, William Allshire, Cian O'Hea, Adam Barrett, Brian O'Sullivan, Michael O' Mahony,

Stephen O'Donoghue, Cathal Hennessy.

Carbery Rangers would like to congratulate Clonakilty on their recent Senior County Championship win and wish them the best of luck in the Munster Championship.

There was no winner of the Lotto jackpot this week. The numbers drawn were 6, 9 and 12. Lucky dip winners were €50, Robbie Limerick, Union hall, €30 M Healy, €20 Fin Hayes, Warren Road . Next weeks draw takes place in Nolan’s bar.

07-10-09

Carbery rangers have qualified for the Fleming Construction Football League Division 1 Final, where they face County Champions and near neighbours Clonakilty on Sunday next at 3pm in Dunmanway.

Ross Under 8 Hurlers travelled to Barryroe on Saturday morning last to play the home team. An enjoyable morning was had by all in beautiful sunshine.

Ross Under 12 Footballers were defeated by Castlehaven in the semi-final of the league last week.

Stephen O'Donoghue, Cathal Hennessy.

Carbery Rangers would like to congratulate Clonakilty on their recent Senior County Championship win and wish them the best of luck in the Munster Championship.

Ross minor footballers bowed out of the championship at the semi-final stage on Saturday last when they were defeated by Bantry on a score line of 10 points to 6. Ross were slow to settle and were three points down after 10 minutes, which left them chasing the game from early on. Things didn’t improve in the remainder of the half and Ross were down 7 points to 2 at the break. Ross played much better in the second period and had the lead down to 2 mid way through. But the loss of John O’Rourke through suspension took its toll and though having good possession Ross found it hard to score. Team: Paul Shanahan, Alan O’Regan, Michéal O’Donovan, David Flavin, Bobby Kelly, Conor O’Rourke, Gearóid O’Brien, Ian Ronan, Peter Nagle, Padraig Hicks, Ronan Milner,Eoin Lane, Terry O’Donovan, Sean O’Neill, Christopher O’Donovan. Subs: Thomas O’Rourke and Feidhlim Dignan.

Rosscarbery under 16 footballers had a convincing victory over Castlehaven in leap on Monday evening in the championship winning on a score of 1-15 to 4 points. Ross done most of the damage in the first half and had a 1-8 to 1 point lead at the break. All but one of the Ross scores came from play, with seven different players getting on the score sheet which will please the selectors, but sterner tests await them as they face Ilen Óg in Castlehaven on Sunday at 5pm in the next round. Team: Donal Dignan, Stephen Vickery, Michéal O’Donovan, Michael Hourihane, Gearóid O’Brien, Thomas O’Rourke, Eamonn O’Mahony, Cathal Prendergast(1pt), David Flavin(1pt), Vincent Hodnett(1pt), Terry O’Donovan(2pt), Sean O’Regan(5pts), Cian O’Mahony, Timmy Donoghue(1-04), Paul Shanahan(2pts). Subs: Brian Hayes, Tadgh O’Mahony, James O’Neill, Brian Hodnett, Matt O’Brien and Patrick McCarthy,

Congratulations to Laura McMahon and the Cork ladies footballers on winning the All Ireland final. Congratulations also to near neighbours Clonakilty on winning the county senior title on Sunday last.

There was no winner of the Lotto jackpot this week. The numbers drawn were 16, 22 and 23. Lucky dip winners were €50, Donal O’Mahony Downeen, €30 Mike O’Sullivan c/o Connonagh Motors, €20 Ross Ladies Football Club. Next week the Jackpot is €3400 and the draw takes place in The Pike Bar.

23-09-09

Rosscarbery under 12 hurlers were defeated in the final last week by Timoleague on a score of 2-09 to 2-05 after a very exiting contest. Team: John Hodnett, Edmund Beese, Danny Reynolds, Adam O’Mahony, Robert Hegarty, Sean Gordan, Brian Calnan, Jack O’Donoghue, Maurice Allshire, Michéal O’Mahony, Cathal O’Rourke, Davy O’Donovan, Ciaran Prendergast, Cian Daly, Adam Barrett, Denis O’Driscoll, Brian O’Sullivan, Cathal Hennessy, Cian O’Hea, Chris Prendergast, Arron O’Flynn, Kieran Vickery and Stephen O’Donoghue.

The under 12 hurlers are traveling to Bishopstown on Saturday the 3rd of October to take part in a blitz and anyone wishing to travel on the bus should contact Ger O’Donovan on 0868593734

Carbery Rangers took part in the All Ireland sevens last weekend, in the group stages they had wins over teams from Monaghan Derry and Dublin to progress to the knock out stages, and were defeated by eventual runners up Longstone from county Down . Carbery Rangers were the only team from the Republic to reach the knock out stages.

The Minor footballers are playing the semi-final of the championship on Saturday next in Skibbereen against Bantry at 5pm. Our under 16 footballers play Castlehaven in Leap on Monday evening at 6pm in the championship.

There was no winner of the Lotto jackpot this week. The numbers drawn were 19, 21 and 30. Lucky dip winners were €50, Sean Hayes Rosscarbery, €30 Oonagh Hodnett Burgatia, €20 Eamon Hodnett Caherbeg. Next week the Jackpot is €3200 and the draw takes place in O’Driscoll’s bar Reenascreena.

16-09-09
        Carbery Rangers’ minor team advanced to the semi-final of the Premier county championship when they defeated O’Donovan Rossa by a single point after extra time in a trilling contest, at Castlehaven on Sunday last. Ross were playing well in the first half and were in control until Skibb struck for a goal after on the quarter hour mark and took a two point lead at the break. Ross trailed by five points with 10 minutes remaining when Peter Nagle found the back of the net with a blistering shot to bring Ross right back into contention and were level three minutes later, as they mounted a spirited fight back. Both teams traded points in the remaining time and it was 1-11 each at full time. In extra time Ross dominated the first period and scored four points while conceding only one. The final period was full of excitement as O’Donovan Rossa fought back with 2 points and their final effort was narrowly wide as Rangers held on for a great victory and will now play Bantry on the 26^th. Team: Paul Shanahan, Alan O’Regan, Michéal O’Donovan, David Flavin, Ian Ronan, Conor O’Rourke, Gearóid O’Brien, John O’Rourke, Peter Nagle, Padraig Hicks, Ronan Milner, Sean O’Neill, Eoin Lane, Michael Walsh, Christopher O’Donovan. Subs: Thomas O’Rourke, Darren Murphy, Bobby Kelly, Barry O’Hea, Terry O’Donovan, Feidhlim Dignan and Brendan Canty

          Rosscarbery under 12 hurlers played 2 championship matches over the past week. First up it was against Kilbree in the replay in Ardfield. After a close encounter Ross won on a score of 1-01 to 1 point. The backs played really well in this encounter with Danny Reynolds putting in a top class performance in the back line and John Hodnett in goal was superb. Adam O’Mahony was very impressive while Adam Barrett finished the all important goal with Jack O’Donoghue getting the point. It was off to Timoleague for the semi final next against Kilbrittain and once again Ross came out on top with Ciaran Prendergast and Cathal O’Rourke getting 2 goals each. We also had goals from Brian Calnan, Michéal O’Mahony and Jack. Davy O’Donovan at midfield scored a fine point and Robert Hegarty had 2 very impressive outings well assisted in the back line by Edmund Beese and Sean Gordan. Maurice Allshire was doing a lot of hard work while Cian Daly was very impressive Subs: Denis O’Driscoll, Brian O’Sullivan, Cathal Hennessy, Cian O’Hea, Chris Prendergast, Arron O’Flynn, Kieran Vickery and Stephen O’Donoghue all played in a 7-01 to 0-01 victory to qualify for the final against Timoleague.

Ross Under 8 and Under 10's travelled to Dunmanway on Saturday last to participate in the Sam Maguire Festival event. Three U-8 games were played simultaneously against the host club with all participants enjoying themselves.

The U-10's took to the field at 11am to participate in an exciting blitz against Skibbereen, Dunmanway and Fermoy. Ross defeated Skibbereen by a goal but were beaten by Dunmanway and in a very closely contested game against Fermoy they tenaciously hung on for a two point victory, Carbery Rangers would like to thank Dunmanway for inviting them to what was a very well organised event with all participants receiving medals and refreshments after their efforts.

We wish John Hayes and the Cork footballers the best of luck in the All Ireland final this weekend. Carbery Rangers will be taking part in the annual 7 a side football tournament in Kilmacud Crokes on Saturday.

There was no winner of the Lotto jackpot this week. The numbers drawn were 11, 13 and 24. Lucky dip winners were €50, John Murray Reenascreena, €30 Bride O’Rourke Froe, €20 Erin & Fin Hayes Foxhall. Next week the Jackpot is €3000 and the draw takes place in The Abbey Bar.

09-09-09
The replay of the Rosscarbery versus Kilbree game in the under 12 hurling championship went ahead in Ardfield on Monday evening last. Both sides put up a good show in the first half under extreme weather conditions with wind rain and fog making it difficult and the sides were level at the break when the referee called off the game as the rain got worse. And so they will have to meet for a third time to get a result.

The Carbery Rangers senior team played their final league game of the season on Saturday evening when they recorded a good victory over Glenville on a score of 2-14 to 1-09. Carbery Rangers have a total of 15 points and lead the table at the moment while a number of other clubs have games to play before the final league table will be finalized.

Our minor team are in action in the premier championship on Sunday next in Castlehaven against O’Donovan Rossa at4pm .

Ross under 9’s had two great games with Leap recently with great football been played on both sides. Sam-Maguire Festival have invited Carbery Rangers U-10 to their Blitz on Saturday 12^th of September at 11a.m. sharp. Also U-8/9’s are playing Dunmanway on the 12^th at 10a.m. and are leaving Newtown dressing rooms at 9:20am.

There was no winner of the Lotto jackpot this week. The numbers drawn were 5, 24 and 32. Lucky dip winners were €50 Tim Jo Coakley Reenascreena, €30 Marian Hayes Rosscarbery, €20 Liam O’Regan Cork. Next week the Jackpot is €2800 and the draw takes place in O’Briens Bar.

26-08-09
Our under 16 hurlers were in championship action last week against Ahan Gaels in Rossmore and were narrowly defeated by 4-10 to 4-08. Ross trailed at one stage in the second half by 11 points and put up a really great show in the final 20 minutes coming within a whisker of victory as the final effort grazed the post in the dying seconds, an effort that would have given them the victory, but it was not to be and so ended their championship hopes for another year. Team: Paul Shanahan, Gearóid O’Brien, Cathal Prendergast, Kieran O’Sullivan, Eamonn O’Mahony, Ruben O’Hea, Michéal O’Donovan, Terry O’Donovan, Timmy O’Donoghue, Thomas O’Rourke, David Flavin, Cian O’Mahony, Conor O’Brien, Daniel Hodnett, Brian Hayes.

The junior d team played Muintir Bhaire on Saturday evening in Durrus and were defeated by 9 points to 5. The result was disappointing as Ross had played a few recent league matches and had got good results. The scoring was low and it took a quarter of an hour before the first score was registered by half time the Rangers were trailing 5 points to 2 and a big effort was required in the heavy surface as the rain poured down. Ross did not score until the last 10 minutes and at this stage they trailed 9 points to 2. Despite scoring 3 on the trot it was too little to late and so they bowed out of the championship for another season. Team: Roy Hawkins, Niall Fitzpatrick, Jeremy Murphy, Padraig O’Donovan, Eoin Milner, Michael Walsh, Peter Nagle, Gerard Flavin, Sam Dignan, Brendan Canty, Ronan Milner, Eoin Lane , Raymond Hayes, Philip Moore, Colm Milner. Subs: Mark Tobin and Denis Calnan.

The Rosscarbery under 16 footballers are at home to Bantry on Sunday morning at 11.30 am in a league game.

The club would like to congratulate the Cork footballers on their win over reigning all Ireland Champions Tyrone on Sunday last in the all Ireland semi-final. John Hayes came on as a sub during the match. Cork will now go on to play the winners of Kerry and Meath in the final on September 20 ^th.

The Cork Gaa Clubs Draw will be held in the Celtic RossHotel on Friday night the 28 ^th August. Carbery Rangers club would like to invite club members, friends and supporters to the draw where the top prize on the night is €50,000 along with numerous other prizes

We had no winner of the Lotto jackpot this week. The numbers drawn were 7, 21 and 26. Lucky dip winners were €50 James Alfred Dullea, €30 Declan Hayes Ardagh, €20 Martina Lane Newtown . Next week the Jackpot is €2400 and the draw takes place in The Celtic Ross Hotel.

19-8-09
Carbery Rangers minor team advanced to the next round of the championship when they scored a 3-16 to 1-02 win over Fr O’Neill’s in Ovens last week. Ross scored 2 early goals from Eoin Lane and Padraig Hicks to take a 9-point lead at the break. Eoin scored another mid way true the second half, which ended the game as a contest. Team: Paul Shanahan, Alan O’Regan, Michéal O’Donovan, David Flavin, Ian Ronan, Conor O’Rourke, Gearóid O’Brien, John O’Rourke, Peter Nagle, Padraig Hicks, Ronan Milner, Sean O’Neill, Eoin Lane, Michael Walsh, Christopher O’Donovan. Subs: Darren Murphy, Bobby Kelly, Barry O’Hea, Terry O’Donovan, Feidhlim Dignan.

The senior footballers traveled to Cork to play St Finbarr’s in the league and came away with a 4-13 to 1-14 win in a high scoring encounter. Team: Maurice Moloney, James Cussen, Sean Hayes, Stephen Hicks, Gearóid Ryan, Anthony Roche, Stephen Murray, James Fitzpatrick, John McCarthy, Brian Shanahan, Declan Hayes, Padraig Hodnett, Niall Hayes, Seamus Hayes, Enda Favier. Subs: Michéal Kelly, Liam Leahy and James Hicks

The under 12 hurlers are playing Kilbree in the championship on Tuesday next in Clonakilty at 7pm. The junior D team travel to Durrus to play the home side in the championship on Saturday evening.

Photos of the recent Cúl Camp are on the web site and can be viewed atwww.carberyrangers.ie

Carbery Rangers U-10 footballers continued on their winning ways on Sunday last winning the Timoleague Harvest Festival blitz. Ross played Bandon in their opening game and came out easy winners. Sam-Maguires had also come out winners in their opening game against Timoleague. It was Carbery Rangers and Sam-Maguires in the final. Ross played with a strong wind in the first half with a nice lead of 3-5 to 0-1. Dunmanway with the wind in the second half played well but were unlucky to see their shots go narrowly wide on 3 or 4 occasions. Ross broke up the field to score a few nice points as well as a goal and came out winners on this occasion. It was a great team performance and this team are improving in every game. The club would like to thank Timoleague for their hospitality, refreshments and trophy. Training will take place again on Saturday morning in Newtown pitch at 11:00.

We had no winner of the Lotto jackpot this week. The numbers drawn were 9, 25 and 30. Lucky dip winners €50 Ailish Kelly Newtown €30 Mary Deasy the Pike €20 Mel Union Hall. Next week the Jackpot is €2200 and the draw takes place in Sam’s Cross.

The Cork Gaa clubs draw will be held in the Celtic Ross Hotel on Friday the 28^th August.

12-08-09
It was a busy week with the annual Cul Camp taking place at Ardagh in very clement weather. Under the able guidance of head coach Michéal O’Sullivan and his excellent team of assistant coaches, a great week was had by all participants. Our thanks go to the organisers and coaches of another successful camp for the boys and girls of the area.

It was back to Ardagh on Saturday morning for the U-8 and U-10 boys to play Sam Maguire’s. 120 boys lined out and four games were played, catering for the different ages. This event was generously sponsored by Paschal O’Brien, ofO’Brien’s Bar Rosscarbery,with medals and refreshments provided for all players.

The U-10 boys travel to Timoleague on Sunday morning for the annual Harvest Festival Blitz. The first game is at 11a.m. so we will leave from Newtown dressing rooms at 10.15.

Rosscarbery Under 16 hurlers are in championship action on Tuesday in Rosmore against Ahan Gaels

Anyone interested in attending the All Ireland semi final between Cork and Tyrone should contact James Hubbert before Sunday next to order tickets for the match.

Carbery Rangers minor team had a good win in the championship when they defeated Fr O’Neill’s by 3-16 to 1-02 on Tuesday evening

Our lotto draw was postponed last weekend due to the family festival and will return next Monday night with a jackpot of €2000.

06-08-09
St Fachtna’s minor hurlers were defeated in the first round of the championship by Argideen Rangers last Wednesday on a score of 2-11 to 0-09. St Fachtna’s had won the county last year so it was disappointing to go out in the first round this year.

Rosscarbery minor football team are in championship action on Tuesday 11 ^th August against Fr O’Neill’s. Ovens is the most likely venue, but check before travelling; we wish them the best of luck. The under 12 footballers have a home game against Sam Maguire’s on Monday evening at 7.30pm.

Well done to John Hayes who was part of the Cork senior footballers that qualified for the All Ireland semi final when they easily defeated Donegal last Sunday they will now play Tyrone on Sunday the 23rd.

We had no winner of the lotto jackpot this week. Numbers drawn were 2, 14 and 30 the lucky dip winners were €50 Michael Collins Burgatia, €30 Rachel Hodnett Caherbeg, €20 Aileen Kelly Ardagh. Next week the jackpot is €2000 and the draw takes place in The Pike Bar.