05/01/2011
Club of the Year, West Cork Sports Star,Sports Oracle

CARBERY RANGERS GAA:

 Club of the Year Award:
Carbery Rangers is one of 5 clubs who are in the running to be named Buckley Financial Club of the Years 2010. The winner of this prestigious award will be announced at a gala dinner on 22nd January in the Maritime Hotel in Bantry.  The winner will be picked by a special panel of judges, based on not just performance and results but on organisation, volunteerism and facilities and all aspects that make up a Club.  Carbery Rangers Senior Footballers won the Kelleher Shield just before Christmas 2009 and began 2010 by beating Nemo Rangers in the Tadgh Crowley Cup final. They were the only team to beat Nemo in competitive competition this season and were unlucky to lose the semi-final to St Finbarrs later on in the year. At under age level, West Cork titles were won at U12 and U16 whilst the Minor hurlers combined with Kilmacabea won the West Cork Final. The Club were delighted to have 3 players involved on All-Ireland final day this year – Kevin Mac Mahon and John Hayes winning All-‘Ireland a senior medals and John O Rourke who win a Munster minor medal and gave outstanding performances with the Cork Minors all through up to and including the All-Ireland final. Also during the year, the Club hosted many championship matches at both the Ardagh and Newtown grounds and all games ran smoothly thanks to the volunteerism in the Club.

West Cork Sports Award 2010:
Carbery Rangers would like to wish Good Luck to Mike Keohane who is one of the twelve sports people nominated for the Overall West Cork Sports Award 2010. Mike won 4 medals for Team Ireland in the European Transplant Games in August and won the August Sports Person of the Month award. Each monthly winner now goes forward to the Overall Sports Winner 2010 which will be announced at the annual Banquet in the Celtic Ross Hotel on Saturday 8th January.

Sports Oracle:
Competitors should be busy researching their predictions for the Carbery Rangers Sports Oracle as the closing date is this week.  This is a great way to support the Club and have an ongoing interest in all the major Sports events of the year. With a large prize fund up for grabs, it really is worth your while to take the time to do that bit of research.

05/01/2011
Celebration Social.

A reminder that the club is having a Celebration Social on January 14th in the Celtic Ross Hotel. Tickets are available from Anne Kelly on 0876777932 or can be booked from any of the following committee members: Susan Harte, Liz Hayes, Ann O’Sullivan, Anne Maguire and Patricia Lane.  The intermediate panel will be presented with their county medals on the night.

10/01/2011
Tadgh Crowley, Workshop, Cork Team

Carbery Rangers’ 2011 season will get under way on Sunday 23rd January when the Seniors will be in action against Aghada in the first round of the Tadgh Crowley Cup. This match is fixed for Ardagh pitch and the winners of this match will then play the winners of O’ Donovan Rossa or Na Phiarsigh in the next round.

On next Wednesday, January 19th, a coaching workshop for West Cork coaches will take place at Maria Immaculata Community College, Dunmanway from 7 to 9pm. Former Kerry football manager and current Munster Games Manager Pat O’Shea will give a practical session entitled, “Conditioned Games for Youth Players”.

Any Carbery Rangers coaches or selectors involved in teams, who are interested in doing this course are asked to contact Kevin Santry by Tuesday 18th January.

Carbery Rangers had three players on the Cork Senior team on Sunday last as Cork took on Waterford Institute of Technology in the preliminary round of the McGrath Cup. Kevin Mac Mahon lined out at centre forward with Brian Shanahan at full back and Mike Mennis introduced at half time in the back line.

Competitors should be busy researching their predictions for the Carbery Rangers Sports Oracle as the closing date is 15th January. All completed entries should be given to Team Leaders by this date.

19/01/2011
U21 Draw, Senior Match, Lotto,Club Of the Year.

Carbery Rangers U21 Footballers have been drawn against O’ Donovan Rossa in the first round of the championship. The winners of this game will play Dohenys in the next round and it is hoped that this championship will begin in early March.
The Seniors are in action this Sunday against Aghada in the Ardagh Grounds at 2.30pm.
Well Done to Kevin Mac Mahon and Brian Shanahan who were on the Cork Senior team when they defeated Limerick in the McGrath Cup on Sunday last.
The weekly Lotto will commence on the weekend on January 28th and your support would be much appreciated. At present, the Club have sent out a letter to last year’s subscribers for the annual Lotto subscription which is available at €80 per year.  However, the Club appeals for maximum support with the Lotto as it is the main fundraiser during the year. Last year, many of the yearly subscribers were among the winners so it is a good way to support your Club along with having a chance to win some extra cash. The Club would like to thank all ticket buyers for their support to date.
Carbery Rangers is in the running for the Buckley Financial Club of the Year Award. The Club is one of 5 clubs nominated with the winner of this prestigious award announced at a gala Dinner on this Saturday 22nd January in the Maritime Hotel in Bantry.  The winner will be picked by a special panel of judges, based on not just performance and results but on organisation, volunteerism and facilities and all aspects that make up a Club. 
 Also, on the night the Carbery Senior Football team of 1971 will be honoured.  This has particular significance for the Club as one of our greatest players Tony Murphy was a vital part of this team when they defeated a highly fancied UCC team in the County Final.  This was also the year Tony won U21, Munster and All-Ireland medals with Cork.  A selector on this Carbery team is our long-serving member Bill Harte who has given a lifetime to the GAA as a player, trainer, selector and referee.

25/01/2011
Tadgh Crowley Cup,Minor League Semi,Coaching

 Carbery Rangers got their season up and running on Sunday last when they entertained Aghada in the first round of their defence of the Tadgh Crowley cup played in Ardagh .Ross started brightly and a goal mid-way through the first half by John Hayes and some well taken points had Ross leading at half time 1- 9 to 0-3.Ross maintained this lead during the second half where Padrig Hicks now on in the forward line added a second goal, to see Ross safely advance to the next round where they will play O’Donovan Rossa on this Sunday at 2.30pm in Skibbereen. Final score Carbery Rangers 2-14 Aghada 1-7. TEAM Maurice Moloney Michéal O’Donovan Anthony Roche Michéal Kelly Gearóid Ryan Stephen Murray Padraig Hodnett Alan Jennings James Fitzpatrick Declan Hayes Niall Hayes Seamus Hayes Sean O’Neill John McCarthy John Hayes. Subs David Creedon Chris o’ Donovan Eoin Kelly Kieran Fitzpatrick and Padraig Hicks.

  Carbery Rangers Minor team  travelled to Tom Creedon Park Macroom on Saturday last to play Na Phiarsigh in the 2010 County League semi-final. Na Phiarsigh got off to a better start and soon found themselves 7 points ahead. But then in the thirteenth minute a John O’ Rourke goal for Ross back into the game. Points from Padraig Hicks and 3 from Chris O’ Donovan closed the gap coming into half time. Bug a late rally by Na Phiarsigh who finished the half strongly by adding 1-1 to their score, leaving Ross trailing by 3 points. Two quick points straight after halftime increased Na Phiarsigh’s lead but Ross scored 1-2 without reply to level the game.  But Na Phiarsigh hit back with a goal of their own, Ross quickly answered by picking off some great points to bring the game level again when Sean O Regan kicked a point that looked like the winner only for Na Phiarsigh to equalise and send the game to extra time.  At the start of extra time, John O’ Rourke and Peter Nagle dominated in mid-field and in the second half of extra rime, Ross scored 2-3 to Na Phiarsigh’s 2 points to leave Ross deserved winners and advancing to the final. They are now awaiting the winners of Nemo Rangers, Carrigaline or Beara in the final.
Team: Paul Shanahan, Alan O’ Regan, Michéal O’ Donovan, Bobby Kelly, Stephen Vickery, Conor O’ Rourke, Ian Ronan, John O’ Rourke, Peter Nagle, Ronan Milner, Chris O’ Donovan, Gearóid O’ Brien, Eoin Lane, Padraig Hicks, Sean O’ Regan. Subs: Eamonn O’ Mahony, Vincent Hodnett, Cathal Prendergast.
At the recent Coaching course run by Pat O’ Shea, Carbery Rangers had a representative attending from all or teams starting at Under 8 right up to our senior team. All found the course of great benefit and a worthwhile experience.
Carbery Rangers had two players - Kevin Mac Mahon and Brian Shanahan on the Cork Senior team on Sunday last against Kerry in the semi-final of he McGrath Cup.

03/02/2011
Tadgh Crowley Cup, Lotto, Sports Partnerships

    On Sunday January 30th, Carbery Rangers traveled to Skibbereen where they were in action against O'Donovan Rossa in the quarter final of the Tadgh Crowley Cup with conditions almost perfect for football bar the chill in the air.
The home side got the first score after two minutes then added a second one a minute later. Padraig Hicks got Carbery Rangers' first score with a pointed free shortly followed by another from play from John Hayes, Carbery Rangers added two more points again from Hicks and Hayes again before Skibbereen got their next score. Then five unanswered points by O'Donovan Rossa in a five minute spell put them in control of the game at halftime leading by 10 points to 5 points at half-time.
Two quick points after halftime by Carbery Rangers reduced the deficit to three points but then a goal midway through the second half gave Rossa the upper hand once again. From then until the end of the game, points were shared and O'Donovan Rossa advanced to the semi-final 0-10 to 1-13.
Team: Maurice Moloney, Michéal O'Donovan, Anthony Roche, Michéal Kelly, Gearóid O'Brien, Stephen Murray, Padraig Hodnett, Brian Shanahan, Michael Mennis, Declan Hayes, Niall Hayes, Seamus Hayes, Padraig Hicks, John Hayes and Chris O'Donovan. Subs: David Creedon, Sean Hayes. Eoin Lane and Conor O'Rourke.

 The first Lotto of 2011 took place on Monday night last and the numbers drawn 14,27 and 28. Winner of €50 was Sean Morrisson Ross; €30, Ann McCarthy, Clonakilty, and €20, Ross Ladies Football. Next week's draw will take place in Reenascreena and the jackpot is €2,000.

 Well Done to Mike Keohane who collected his Sports Partnerships award from the Irish Sports Council in the County Hall on Friday last.

03/02/2011
Agm, Medal presentation, Registration

 Rosscarbery ladies' football club held their AGM on Saturday January 29th. The following officers were elected: chairperson, Anne Kelly; vice-chairperson, Ann O'Sullivan; secretary, Susan Harte; assistant secretary Laura McMahon; treasurer, Elizabeth Hayes; assistant treasurer, Pat Lane; PRO, Pat Lane; registrar, Linda Hayes. Club registration and medal presentation to U12, U14 and U16 teams will be held on Sunday February 13th in the Celtic Ross Hotel at 4pm - 6pm.

08/02/2011
Junior Draw, Scholarships, lotto, Season Tickets, Scor

  Junior Draw:
The draws for the Junior Football championship 2011 took place recently and Carbery Rangers were drawn against Argideen Rangers in the first round.

Gaeltacht Scholarships:
The Gaeltacht scholarship bookings are now being taken for the coming summer. The first dates are the 5 – 27th June, next is 30th June to 22nd July and there is anther date in August to be confirmed. This is open to students attending Secondary school, boys and girls, and a €300 deposit is required. Places filled up quickly last year so early booking is recommended. Further information is available from the Club officers.

Lotto Annual Tickets:
Support would be welcome for the Club’s Lotto fundraiser.  Annual Tickets cost €80 entitling you to all the Lotto draws for the year and so represents very good value.  Club officers have the details. This week’s Lotto jackpot was €2000 and there was no winner. Numbers drawn 9, 12 and 35. €50 goes to Frank O’ Driscoll, Reenascreena, €30 to Mark O’ Callaghan, €20 to the Hodnett family, South Square Rosscarbery. Next week’s jackpot is  2200 euro and the draw will be held in the Four Alls, Sam’s Cross.

Season Tickets:
Those wishing to acquire Season Tickets for West Cork Carbery Board Games are now available. Single tickets cost €50 with a family ticket retailing at €75. These are available from the Club.

SCOR:
The second semi final of Scor na bPaisti took place last Friday night in the splendid venue of St Mary’s Theatre Rossmore which was jam packed on the night. Clubs from a wide area of West Cork took to the stage and provider top class entertainment of music song dance and drama. The programme is now complete for the Carbery regional final where Rosscarbery clubs will be well represented. They gave a great account of themselves in both semi finals and proved what talent there is in our parish. The Final will take place in the Community centre in Ballydehob on Friday night 18th of February starting at 7pm sharp. Good luck to all the children involved in the final.

Cork Team:
Well Done to John Hayes from Carbery Rangers who was on the Cork Senior team on Sunday last when they defeated Kerry in the first round of the National Football league by one point.

15/02/2011
Kelleher Shield, Lotto, U12 Hurling.Stephen murray

  SENIOR TEAM:
Carbery Rangers Senior footballers get their Kelleher Shield campaign underway this Sunday with a home game in Ardagh Pitch against Castlehaven. This game is fixed for 2.30pm.

Lotto:
This week’s jackpot of €2200 which was drawn in the Four Alls, Sam’s Cross. We had no winner. Numbers drawn 9, 22 1nd 30. €50 to Caoimhe Calnan, €30 to Erin & Fin Hayes, Foxhall, €20 Pat McCarthy Benduff. Next week’s draw is in O’ Briens’ and tickets can be purchased from any Carbery Rangers member.

Under 12 Hurling:
Training for the Under 12 hurling team continues every Friday night in the Sports Complex, Rosscarbery from 6.45pm to 8.15 pm. New players are most welcome.
Congratulations:

The Club would like to send Congratulations to Stephen Murray who was co-trainer of the Schull Community College Senior team who recently won the Munster B Vocational Final. They are now awaiting their opponents in the All-Ireland semi-final.

15/02/2011
Registration, Medal presentation,

 On Sunday last the Rosscarbery Ladies Football Club held their registration and medals presentation in the Celtic Ross Hotel. Medals were presented to the U16, U14 and U12 teams. Our Cork players were recognised for their achievements during the year Laura MacMahon Senior Cork Player,  Tara Maguire and Aine Hayes minor Cork Player, Ciara O'Rourke and Aoife Madden Under 14 Cork Players. The U16 players made a presentation to their trainers Linda Hayes, Anne O'Sullivan, Leonard Cooke and Pat O'Donovan. Thanks to the young musicians who provided entertainment during the evening. Training for all teams will be starting shortly and new players are always welcome.

22/02/2011
Kelleher Shield ,Junior Fixture, Scor, Coaching,Lotto

  SENIOR FOOTBALLERS:
Carbery Rangers got their Kelleher Shield underway on Sunday last when they comprehensively defeated neighbours Castlehaven. The score line read Carbery Rangers 3- 13pt  to Castlehaven 1-4pt.  After a good start in this game, the team is now away to Dohenys in Dunmanway on this Sunday the 27th at 2.30pm in the next game.
TEAM: 1- M. Moloney  2 M. Kelly  3 A. Roche 4 Sean Hayes 5 P. Hodnett 6 B. Shanahan 7 J. Murphy ( 1gl 1pt ) 8 K. McMahon( 1pt ) 9 M. o Sullivan 10 Seamus Hayes ( 1gl 3pt ) 11 N. Hayes  12 D. Hayes 13 P. Hicks ( 1pt )   14 J. Fitzpatrick ( 2pt ) 15 J. Hayes( 1gl 4pt )   Subs. M.O Donovan, M. Mennis, J. Cussen, J. McCarthy, J. O Rourke ( 1 pt )

JUNIOR FOOTBALL:
Carbery Rangers Junior 1 team is in action against Bantry Blues on this Saturday 26th at 3pm and the game is fixed for Rosscarbery.

SCOR NA bPAISTI:
The Carbery Final of Scor na bPaisti took place recently in Ballydehob where Rosscarbery were well represented on the night, coming away with their share of the spoils taking a total of four titles out of a possible ten, and also received two runner up places on the night. The figure dancers representing Carbery Rangers were a class apart and took first place the team comprised of Aaron and Megan O'Flynn, Ray and Eamon Shanahan, Brian Hegarty, Sana Gordon, Ruth Kevane, and Joan O'Donovan, five of this group, Aaron,Megan ,Ray, Eamon and Joan went on to take the Ballad title with Joan taking the runners up prize in the solo singing. Ciara Gordon gave a perfect performance to take the recitation title with Kate O'Donovan, for the Hurlers taking the runners up spot. Ross Ladies Football club were represented in the Novelty Act and had a long wait as the were the last act of the night to perform, but it was worth the wait as they were crowned Carbery champions with their act, the cast here included  Alice and Donnchadh Buckley Healy, Maria Nagle, Aoife Santry, Emma Hill, Aaron Harte, Sarah and Edel Hayes. Well done to all on the night with other acts from Rosscarbery not among the prize winners also giving a great account of themselves. The County semi final will be held on Sunday 13th March in Ballydehob starting at 2.30pm.

LOTTO:
We had no winner of the Lotto this week for a jackpot of €2400. The numbers drawn were 21, 24 and 36. €50 goes to Leaghann Brown, Blarney, €30 to Padraig O’ Mahony, Cross Lane and €20 to John P McCarthy Reenascreena. Next week’s draw for €2600 will take place in the Celtic Ross Hotel. 

COACHING COURSES:
An extensive range of Coaching sessions and courses are available in the next few weeks and are as follows:
Under 14  Carbery Rangers players are invited to attend a Football Coaching session in Ahamilla this Friday 25th February at 12 noon. All players are asked to bring €2 to each session as well as parental contact details if not supplied previously.  Appropriate footwear (runners or multi stud only) must be worn during sessions and all hurley bands must be taped. While many of the players attending will have taken part in divisional sessions previously, new players are especially welcome.

Foundation level coaching courses This is taking place in  Ballinascarthy Community Hall on Saturday, February 26th from  9am – 5pm,  and costs  €20. Contact; Kevin O’Donovan GDA; 086-7753567. Alternatively you can attend Bantry Blues GAA Club on  Monday, February 28th & Monday, March 7th from 7-10.30pm nightly. The course is also available in MICC, Dunmanway, (Teacher’s course) on  Monday, March 14th & Monday, March 21st from  5-8.30pm nightly In conjunction with the West Cork Education Centre. Phone: 023 8856756 wcecentre@eircom.net

08/03/2011
Under 21, Minor,Medal Presentation,Sigerson Cup

UNDER 21 CHAMPOINSHIP:
Carbery Rangers bowed out of the U21 Championship on Saturday last when they were defeated by O’ Donovan Rossa in a tight encounter. Skibb were the first to score with a point then Eoin Lane had Ross level. The two teams exchanged three points each over the next 20 minutes leaving the score line tied at four points each. Then four unanswered points for Ross seemingly put them in the driving seat coming into half time but Skibb got two late points to leave the score line reading 0-8 to 0-6 at the short whistle. Skibb than had the first two scores of the second half before Carbery Ranger Kieran Fitzpatrick opened their second half account with a lovely point in the 36th minute. At the midpoint of the second half, Carbery Rangers reduced the deficit to just one point but Skibb replied in the 52nd minute of the game with an all important goal which proved to be the decisive score of the game. Carbery Rangers rallied late but could not stop Rossa winning on a final score line of 1-15 to 14 points. This was a good performance by the Ross lads against a physically stronger team but with 12 of this team under age again next year, the future for this team looks bright. Team: Paul Shanahan, Bobby Kelly, Micheal O Donovan, Conor O Rourke, Eoin Kelly, Padraig Hodnett, Ian Ronan, John o Rourke, Peter Nagle, Sean O Neill, Eoin Lane, Gearoid O Brien, Padraig Hicks, Kieran Fitzpatrick, Chris O Donovan. SUB: Thomas O Rourke.
MINOR FOOTBALL:
On Sunday morning last, Carbery Rangers played their first league game in the Premier 2 County League when they took on Kinsale in Ardagh. A bright start by Carbery Rangers chalked up 1-4 without reply in the first seven minutes. Kinsale then worked their way into the game and got three unanswered points of their own to leave the score at half time 1-4 to 0-3. the second half was most memorable for four very good saves by Ranger Paul Shanahan in the Ross goal to keep his goal intact for the whole game. Two late goal by Gearoid O Brien and Sean o Regan ensured victory for Carbery rangers. Final score 3-7 to 0-5. TEAM: Paul Shanahan, Patrick Shanahan, Micheal O Donovan, Micheael Hourihane, Stephen Vickery, Thomas O Rourke, Eamonn O Mahony, Gearoid O Brien, Cathal Prendergast, Brian Hodnett, Terry O Donovan, Tadgh O Mahony, Timmy Donoghue, Vincent Hodnett, Sean O Regan. This team is in action this coming Saturday when they will travel to Macroom to play the home team and this game is fixed for 4pm. Check locally in case of any change.
PRESENTATION OF MEDALS:
Carbery Rangers recently presented medals to their victorious U16 and U12 Footballers and U12 Hurlers. Chairperson Kevin Santry got proceedings underway when he congratulated all the teams and mentors involved in a very successful year for the Club. Kevin Mac Mahon and John O Rourke did the honours presenting the medals to our young footballers and hurlers. A great night was had by all and the Club are very grateful to the Celtic Ross hotel for the food they provided on the night. The Chairperson also thanked the parents of al the players in the Club for their support throughout the year in travelling to trainings and to matches. It is hoped that these young teams will continue to bring more successes to Carbery Rangers in the coming years.
SIGERSON CUP WINNERS:
Carbery Rangers wish to extend Congratulations to two of its players James Fitzpatrick and Michael Mennis on winning Sigerson Cup medals with UCC last weekend. This is a huge achievement for both players and notably this is James Fitzpatricks’ second Sigerson Cup medal as he already collected one with CIT in 2009.
WELL DONE:
Well Done to Stephen Murray who was co-trainer of his school’s Football team when Schull Community College won the Munster Vocational Final against Tralee last Saturday.
LOTTO:
There was no winner of this week’s Lotto. Numbers drawn were 6, 11, and 31. The €50 prize goes to Tim Joe Coakley, Reenascreena, €30 to Michael O Driscoll, Reenascreena and €20 to Alan O Rourke of Froe. The jackpot next week is €3000 and the draw will take place in Nolans’ bar. Remember you can buy tickets for that jackpot from any member of the Club.

08/03/2011
Senior, U14 Fixtures Novelty Act

ROSS LADIES:

The girls football club starts this weekend with the senior team away to Beara, the u14 A team are at home to Valley Rovers and the u14 B team away to Muintir Bhaire. Congratulations to Tara Maguire, Grainne O'Sullivan and Niamh O'Brien who are on the Cork minor panel and Ciara O'Rourke who is on the Cork u16 panel. Best of luck to the Rosscarbery novelty act are in the county semi final in Ballydehob on Sunday next. Also the best of luck to Eilish O'Donovan who has a novelty act from Midleton in the final.

15/03/2011
Minors, Registration, Fixtures, Well Done, Lotto

MINORS:
Carbery Rangers Minors played their second game in the County Premier League on Saturday afternoon last when they made the journey to Macroom to play the home side. Both sides were short a number of regular players with a strong wind. Carbery Rangers played against this in the first half but ended up leading at half time by 1-4 to 0-4 courtesy of a well-taken goal by Gearoid O’ Brien. Macroom played much better against the wind also and were level when they scored an equalising goal five minutes from time. But then Sean O Regan put the Ross lads ahead with a free only for Macroom to come back up the pitch to kick a last second point to leave the scores level at full time. The final score line read 1-7 to 1-7.
This Minor team are in action again this Sunday at 12 noon against Valley Rovers in the Ardagh pitch.

REGISTRATION:
Carbery rangers held their Registration Night in the Club Rooms on Friday night last and there was a great turn out of players for the coming year. So training begins this Saturday morning for Under 7s up to U12s at 11am in the Newtown Pitch. Anyone who was unable to register on the night can do so at training on Saturday morning. It is important to know that you have to be registered if you want to play for the club for the coming year.

FIXTURES:
Carbery Rangers will for the first time contest the U21 Hurling championship for the coming season. The draws were made recently and Carbery Rangers were paired against Randall Og in the first round. It is proposed that this championship will begin in August.The Junior One Footballers are in action on this Thursday St. Patrick’s day at 11.30am against O Donovan Rossa in the Ardagh pitch.

WELL DONE:
Congratulations to Carbery Ranger James Fitzpatrick who came on in the League game for Cork against Down last weekend.

LOTTO:
Our Jackpot was won this week by the Hodnett Family North Square. Congratulations to them! Numbers drawn were 13, 15 and 21.

22/03/2011
Junior, Senior,Minor, Cork, Lotto

Carbery Rangers had a busy week with 3 teams in league action. First up were the Junior Ones who entertained O’ Donovan Rossa in Ardagh on St. Patrick’s Day. Carbery Rangers were in control of this game from the very beginning with the help of two first half goals - one from new recruit and corner forward Paddy O Halloran and the other coming from Chris O Donovan. Carbery Rangers added six more points to their tally to lead by 2-6 to o-5 points at halftime. With the game beyond doubt, Carbery Rangers had most of the play in the second half and added another seven points with two lovely points from centre forward Maurice Moore to leave Ross winning on a score line of Carbery Rangers 2-13 to O Donovan Rossa 0-8 points.

TEAM: Robbie Ahern, James Cussen, Michéal O Donovan, Bobby Kelly, Padraig O Donovan, Thomas O Rourke, Eoin Kelly, Alan Jennings, David Creedon, Gearóid O Brien, Maurice Moore, Eoin Lane, Chris O Donovan, Padraig Hicks, Paddy O Halloran,
SUBS: Enda Favier, Niall Flavin

Next in action were the Seniors who made the journey to Bishopstown to take on the home side in the Kelleher Shield. Carbery Rangers got off to a great start in this game and were well in command at half time leading by 1-8 to 0-3 points helped by a well-taken goal by corner forward Niall Hayes and some lovely points by wing forward Brian Shanahan. Bishopstown came more into the game in the second half with the aid of the sloping pitch and narrowed the gap but Niall Hayes and Padraig Hicks added a point each to the Rangers tally. Carbery Rangers ran out winners by two points on a score line of 1-10 to 1-8 to collect two more well deserved league points. Next Fixture for the Seniors is an away game on this coming Sunday against St. Finbarr’s at 3pm in Cork. As usual it is advisable to check locally in case of any change.

TEAM: Maurice Moloney, Sean Hayes, Anthony Roche, Michéal Kelly, Stephen Murray, Mike Mennis, Johnny Murphy, Michéal O Sullivan, Kevin Mac Mahon, Padraig Hodnett, Alan Jennings, Brian Shanahan, Padraig Hicks, Seamus Hayes, Niall Hayes
SUBS: John McCarthy, David Creedon Eoin Kelly & Enda Favier

The Minors were in action on Saturday afternoon also when Valley Rovers made the journey to Ross on a very wet afternoon for football. A Much stronger Valley Rovers team were quick on the scoreboard and led 1-3 after fifteen minutes. Timmy Donoghue had the first score for the home side with a well dispatched penalty. A point by both teams just before half time let the score 1-4 to 1-1 to the travelling team. From the throw in at the start of the second half, Valley Rovers had the ball in the back of the net but the Rangers started to find their rhythm and a pointed free by Sean O Regan, followed by a solo run and well taken goal by O Regan again had Ross back in the game. With the conditions suiting Valley Rovers and another goal, put paid to the Rangers gallant comeback and Valley Rovers ran out winners on a score line of Carbery Rangers 2-4 to Valley Rovers 3-9

TEAM: Michéal O Donovan, Patrick Shanahan, Michéal Hourihane, Damien O Brie, Stephen Vickery, Thomas O Rourke, Eamonn O’Mahony, Cathal Prendergast, Gearoid O Brien, Brian Hodnett, Terry O Donovan, Tadgh O Mahony, Timmy Donoghue, Vincent Hodnett, Sean O Regan.
SUBS: Brian Hayes, Daniel Hodnett

WELL DONE:
Congratulations to Carbery Ranger James Fitzpatrick who came on at half time for Cork in their national League game against Galway over the weekend. Jams gave a great account of himself from midfield when he replaced Nicholas Murphy and capped off his performance with his first point for the Cork Seniors.
Well Done also to Paul Shanahan who was in goal for the Cork Minors who played Armagh in a challenge game.

LOTTO:
There was no winner of this week’s Club Lotto. The numbers drawn were: 9, 14 and 32. €50 went to Dan O’ Sullivan, Reenascreena, €30 to I. Grace, Glandore and €20 to Claire Calnan, Closheen Lane. Next week’s jackpot will be €1200 and the draw takes place in the pike Bar. Tickets for same are available from any Club officer or member.

22/03/2011
U14 league Final, Training

ROSS LADIES:

Well done to the U14 team of 2010 who had a great win over Valley Rovers in last years delayed final in Ahiohill on Sunday evening. The senior girls travelled to Beara on Saturday morning to play Beara in the first game of the league. In a game where the Ross girls lead for most of the game they were unlucky to lose by 1 point. The u14 A team beat Valley Rovers in Ross and are due to play Bantry at the weekend. Training for the U12, u10 and u8 girls will commence on Saturday 2nd April at 12 o'clock.

29/03/2011
Seniors,U13's,Cork U21, Fixtures,Lotto,Scor.

SENIORS:
Carbery Rangers travelled to the City on Sunday last to take on St Finbarrs in the Kelleher Shield. Finbarrs have proven to be somewhat of a bogey team for Carbery Rangers in recent years  and all games have been close and well fought. This one proved to be no different. John O Rourke had two points for Carbery Rangers in the first half and wing forward Padraig Hicks chipped in a well taken goal and a few point of his own, leaving the score level at half time with 1-7 apiece. The second half was equally as close but the Barrrs found themselves three points up with three minutes to go when Seamus Hayes pulled the Rangers level. Then James Fitzpatrick edged Rangers ahead with a pointed free and another point late in injury time secured a well deserved two point win for Carbery Rangers which was their third win of the campaign. A huge damper on this great result was the unfortunate injury to Kevin Mac Mahon who suffered a broken jaw. The Club sends best wishes to Kevin for a speedy recovery and it’s hoped that it won’t be too long before we will all see him back in the Rangers jersey again. The next outing for the Seniors is this coming Sunday against St Vincent’s and this game is fixed for Ardagh at 3pm.

UNDER 13’s:
Carbery Rangers fielded an U13 team for the first time on Monday night last when they played O Donovan Rossa in the League. Carbery rangers were first on the scoreboard with a goal from Jack Maguire followed by another from centre back Sean Gordon. Then Maurice Allshire added a point before centre forward Mark Hodnett added 1-1 of his own. Just before half time Jack Maguire added his second goal of the night to leave Rangers leading 4-6 to 0-2 at half time. O Donovan Rossa made a great comeback in the second half but a goal and a point by full forward John Hodnett ensured Carbery Rangers victory on a score line of 5-7 to 4-3 TEAM: Cathal Hennessy, Chris Prendergast, Kieran Prendergast, Cathal O Driscoll, Cal Keane, Sean Gordon, Adam O Mahony, Robert Hegarty, Maurice Allshire, Aaron O Flynn, mark Hodnett, Stephen O Donoghue, Donnacha Healy, John Hodnett & Jack Maguire SUBS: Aaron Harte, Shane McCarthy, John O Brien, Alan O Rourke, Liam Ronan.

Well Done to John O Rourke who was wing forward on the Cork U21 team who defeated Tipperary in the Munster semi-final recently and set up a mouth watering Munster final against Kerry.

UPCOMING FIXTURES:
The U14s are in action against Bandon on Thursday night 31st March at 6.45pm in Newtown. The Minors are playing championship against Glanmire at 2.30 pm in Bandon on Saturday 2nd April.

LOTTO:
This week’s Lotto draw took place in the Pike Bar Lisavaird and there was no winner.  Numbers drawn were and 5, 16 and 32 and the €50 goes to Connie O Mahony, Star Gardens, €30 to John P McCarthy Reenascrrena and €20 to Tiernan Ahern Burgatia. Next week’s draw is in Sams Cross Pub.

SCOR:
The Club wishes all the children from Rosscarbery who are involved in Scor the best of luck in the County Final  of Scor na bPaisti next Sunday. The Final will commence at 2.30 in the Eire Og  G.A.A. Pavillion in Ovens. Carbery Rangers have 3 acts in the final. Figure Dancing, Ballad Group, and Recitation, while Rosscarbery Ladies football Club participate in the novelty act.
The figure dancers representing Carbery Rangers include Aaron and Megan O'Flynn, Ray and Eamon Shanahan, Brian Hegarty, Sana Gordon, Ruth Kevane, and Joan O'Donovan, five of this group, Aaron, Megan, Ray, Eamon and Joan make up the Ballad group. Ciara Gordon will perform in the recitation competition. Ross Ladies Football club are represented in the Novelty Act  and the cast here include Alice and Donnchadh Buckley Healy, Maria Nagle, Aoife Santry, Emma Hill, Aaron Harte, Sarah and Edel Hayes. Good luck to all, it is a great achievement to get to the county final and well done to all parents and mentors who have put in a lot of work and time preparing the various groups to reach the final.

BEST WISHES:
The Club would like to extend its congratulations and best wishes to our neighbours St. James Ardfield on the official opening of their magnificent new sports Complex on Friday 1st April in Ardfield  by Sean Kelly.

29/03/2011
Results, Fixtures

ROSS LADIES:
The Junior girls lost to Middleton and beat Dohneys in the Div 3 league. The u14 A team beat Bantry and the u14 B team had a good win against Caheragh. Up coming fixtures to date, Div. 1 league v Naobh Abhan on Thursday in Cloughduv at 7pm, U14 A v Kinsale away on Friday at 6.30pm and U14 B at home v st. Colums on Sat at 1.15pm. Training for U12, 10 and 8 girls will commence on Saturday at 12 noon. Any girl who has not yet registered can do so Saturday.

05/04/2011
Minor,Senior,U16,U14,Lotto,Scor.

Carbery Rangers Minor footballers were in Championship action against Glanmire in the Premier 2 football championship on Saturday last. In what turned out to be a very close contest the sides were one point a piece   after 8 minutes of play. Then in the 12th minute Damien O Brien made a great goal line clearance to keep the Ross goal intact which was to prove so important at the end of the game. With 3 points exchanged by both teams, they went into half time level on four points each.  In the second half, Glanmire had three unanswered points until a goal from Gearoid o Brien brought Carbery Rangers level in the 46th minute. Glanmire then restored their lead by a point, Carbery Rangers reply was a free by Terry O’Donovan. Thomas O’Rourke then put Ross into the lead for the first time since the 15 minute of the game with a well taken point and another soon follow by the very impressive Gearoid O’ Brien to ensure a hard earned but deserved victory. This was a very impressive display by all the defenders and the goalie where the midfielders got through a lot of hard work in the game and the forwards picked off their scores when the chances presented themselves. Well done to all involved. TEAM: Paul Shanahan, Damien O Brien, Michéal O Donovan, Michael Hourihane, Gearoid O Brien, Stephen Vickery, Eamonn O Mahony, Thomas O Rourke, Cathal Prendergast, Brian Hodnett, Timmy Donoghue, Tadgh O Mahony, Terry O Donovan, Vincent Hodnett and Sean O Regan.SUBS: Brian Hayes, Daniel Hodnett and Patrick McCarthy.
SENIOR KELLEHER SHIELD:
The seniors were in action in Ardagh on Sunday last when they took on St Vinvent’s. Carbery Rangers got off to a great start when Niall Hayes had the ball in the back of the net with just two minutes of play. This was followed shortly afterwards by a point each  from Padraig Hicks and Seamus Hayes before St Vincent’s had their first score of the afternoon. Further points by Padraig Hodnett and David Creedon were soon followed by a goal by John Hayes to leave Ross well in control of the game at half time on a score line of 2-5 to  0-4 points.  St Vincent’s came more into the game in the second half where four points a piece were exchanged before Seamus Hayes put the result beyond doubt with the score of the day when he rattled in Carbery Rangers’ third goal of the afternoon. Final score Carbery Rangers 3-10  to St Vincent’s 0-10.
UNDER 16 LEAGUE:
Carbery Rangers U16s got their campaign underway on Monday night last when they travelled to Enniskeane to take on Ahan-Gaels on very wet evening for football. Ross found themselves three points down after fifteen minutes into the game before corner forward John Hodnett kicked five points to leave the score at half time 0-5 to -4 at half time. Ahan-Gaels started the second half with three unanswered points before John Hodnett once again got Ross on the score board. A succession of points by the stronger home team ensured Ahan-Gaels won the game by 0-15 to 0-8.TEAM: Danny Reynolds, Aidan O Donovan, Cathal O Rourke, Brian O Donovan, William Allshire, Damien O Brien, Patrick McCarthy, Tadgh O Mahony, Timmy Donoghue, Eoghan Collins, Daniel Hodnett, Jerry O Riordan, Colm o Donovan, Austin Keane, John Hodnett.SUBS: David Hill, Jonathan Christy and David O Donovan
UNDER 14s:
Carbery Rangers U14s were also in action during the week when they took on Bandon in Newtown. Bandon proved to be a strong team in the first half when they rattled in four quick goals in succession to lead 4-2 to 1-5 at half time. But Carbery Rangers upped their game in the second half when it was their turn to rattle the back of the net which they did five times in total and also added on seven lovely taken points. This was a very good team performance by these young footballers after the initial settling down period, to play some lovely flowing football.TEAM: Cathal Hennessy, Michéal O Mahony, Cian Daly, Brian O Sullivan, Sean Gordon, Adam O Mahony, Cathal O Rourke, Robert Hegarty, Brian Callanan, David O Donovan, Adam Barrett, Danny Reynolds, Cian O Hea, Maurice Allshire,
SUBS: Ian Lawlor O Donovan, Ciaran Prendergast
LOTTO:
There were no winners of this week’s Lotto. Numbers drawn were 8, 22 and 25. €50 goes to Paul Hodnett, Burgatia, €30 to John O Regan Red Strand and €20 to Frank O Regan Reenascreena. Next week’s jackpot total is €1600 and the draw takes place in the Celtic Ross Hotel on Monday night.
THANKS:
The Club thanked all the volunteers who helped out in hosting the U21 Championship game last Saturday afternoon in Ardagh. The pitch was in great condition and all the stewarding worked efficiently throughout.
FIXTURES:
The Junior Ones are in action this Thursday night, 7th April at 7.30pm in Dunmanway against the Dohenys.
SCOR:
Rosscarbery Clubs were well represented in the County final of Scor na bPaisti last Sunday in a packed Eire Og G.A.A pavillion in Ovens. Out of 10 finals on the day Rosscarbery came away with two county titles where the beat the cream of talent from all over Cork County. The first title of the day went to the Carbery Rangers Figure dancers who gave the perfect performance to earn them the county title they truly deserve. Dancing for Carbery Rangers was Aaron and Megan O'Flynn, Ray and Eamon Shanahan, Brian Hegarty, Sana Gordon, Joan O'Donovan and Ruth Kevane. The second County title for Ross went to the Rosscarbery Ladies Football club in the Novelty act. Their act
"Dead or Alive" proved to be the best on the day and went down well with the audience. Well done to this talented group of young actors who did the club proud, Donncadha and Alice Buckley Healy, Aaron Harte, Aoife Santry, Emma Hill, Marie Nagle, Sarah and Edel Hayes. Also well done to Ciara Gordon and the Ballad group who also did very well on the day.

05/04/2011
Senior,Junior,B team, Training,Scor

Last week was a busy one on the playing fields for our girls. On Thursday evening last the senior girls travelled to Cloughduv and took on Naomh Aban and came away with a win on a score line of 3.12 to 4.05, while our junior team were well beaten by Eirn's Own in Caherlag. The U14 teams have also been busy the A team had a good win away to Kinsale while the B team were at home to St Colums's and also proved too strong for their opposition. Training has resumed for our U10 and U12 girls and continues every Saturday at 12 noon in Newtown. New members as always are welcome. Congratulations to all our members who took part in the Scor finals at the weekend, some representing Carbery Rangers and Kilmacabea Og and especially to the group representing our own club who were crowned county champions in the Novelty act.

12/04/2011
Junior,U21,Sam Maguire,Hurling,Golf, Townlands,Fixtures, lotto.
Junior
Carbery Rangers Junior 1 team continued their good start in the league when they defeated Dohenys on Thursday night last. Carbery Rangers were in control of this game right from the start when opening points from corner-forward Chris O’Donovan and mid-fielder Tomas O’Rourke. Dohenys then opened their account with a couple of well taken points to put them back into the game. Two goals by Carbery Rangers’ forwards Niall Hayes and Sean O’Neill and a long range point by the aforementioned Hayes had Ross leading at half-time 2-7 Dohenys 0-4. The second half proved to be largely a non event with Ross adding just 2 more points to there tally and the Dohenys failing to raise any flag. Final score Carbery Rangers 2-9 Dohenys 0-4.TEAM: Robbie Ahern, James Cussan, Micheal O’Donovan, Bobby Kelly, Enda Favier, Conor ’O Rourke, Eoin Lane, John McCarthy, Tomas O’Rourke, Kierian Fitzpatrick, Alan Jennings, Niall Hayes, Chris O’Donovan, David Creedon, Sean O’Neill.
Subs. Daniel Harte Niall Flavin, Michael Cussan, Mike Walsh, Ronan Milner.
Under 21
The club sends Congratulations to Carbery Rangers player John O’Rourke on winning an under 21 Munster medal when they defeated Kerry. John lined out at wing-forward and played a major part in what turned out to be an outstanding display of football by the Cork team.
Sam Maguire
The Sam Maguire Cup returned to Rosscarbery over the weekend when it went on tour to the Pike bar, The Four Alls Sam Cross, and O’Driscoll’s Bar Reenascreena. The club are indeed most grateful to all the publicans in the local area for facilitating our weekly Lotto draw every Monday night.
Hurling
It was a busy week on the Hurling front for the club, the under 13s defeated Bandon by 4-8 to 0-7 and they were in action om Monday night where they continued their good form beating  Dohenys 6-4 to 3-2. Then on Thursday night the under 14s beat Mizen Rovers on a score line of 2-8 to 1-4. The under 16s travelled to Timoleague on Sunday morning last and came away with a well deserved victory.
Golf Classic
On Monday night next, 18th April  at 9.30pm  in  the Celtic Ross Hotel, Carbery Rangers will launch their  fundraising Golf Classic. Any businesses wishing to enter a team can do so by contacting Pascal O’ Brien on 087 8190142 or Micheál O’ Sullivan 087 8547925.  Places are limited and booking is advisable.
Townlands
On Friday last, Carbery Rangers presented Marymount Hospice and the Cancer Unit CUH with a cheque for  €1850 each. The Club was delighted to be associated with these two very worthwhile causes and funds came from the Club’s Battle of the Townlands last year. 
FIXTURES:
The Seniors are in Kelleher Shield action this Saturday where they take on Nemo Rangers in Cork at 4pm. The U16 footballers are playing their rearranged League game against Naomh Abhán on Sunday night at 6.30pm in Newtown. On this Thursday night, the 14th April, the U14 hurlers are in action against Barryroe in Barryroe at 6.45pm.
LOTTO:
There was   no winner of the Club’s weekly Lotto draw on Monday night last.  Numbers drawn were: 5, 15 and 27.
€50 goes to  Ml. O’ Regan, Glounbrack, €30 to Mary Harte Burgatia, and €20 to  Gretta Burns, Drinagh.
Next week’s draw takes place in O’ Briens Bar with the jackpot up to €1800. Lotto can be played online at www.carberyrangers.ie or tickets can be purchased from any club member.

19/04/2011
Senior, Junior,Minor,U14,U16,Lotto

         Carbery Rangers’ senior team continue their preparation for the up coming Championship when they played away to Nemo Rangers in the Kelleher Shield. Both sides started brightly with some well taken points, Ross had points from the very impressive Brian Shanahan and a couple from Alan Jennings. But then in the 20 minute Nemo hit the back of the Ross net for the only goal of the game. This proved to be a decisive score as both sides exchanged points for the rest of the game, Seamus & John Hayes chipping in with a few of their own but Nemo ran out winners on a score line Carbery Rangers 0-13 and Nemo Rangers 1-12. This game will be beneficial to both teams as championship looms. Carbery Rangers Junior 3s started their league over the weekend but were well defeated by a much fitter Clan na Gael team.
         It was a busy week for our underage teams. On Friday night last the Minor hurlers made the short trip to Ardfield and came away with a good win on a score line of 7-8 to 4-6. On the previous night Carbery Rangers Under 14 hurlers were away to Barryroe and were far too strong for the home side winning comfortably on 4-10 to 0-5. Then on Sunday evening the Under 16 footballers had their second league game at home where they played Naomh Abhan. The travelling team proved to be too strong for the Ross lads and led at half time by 2-4 to 0-3, the three Ross scores coming from corner forward John Hodnett. In the second half Carbery Rangers came more into the game with some well taken points from Timmy Donoghue who played very well in mid field. Then Daniel Hodnett had a goal for Ross but the strength of Naomh Abhan paid dividends when they got another goal and won out the match on a score line of Carbery Ranger 1-7 to Naomh Abhan 3-8.TEAM: Eoghan Collins, Brian O Donovan, Cathal O Rourke, Cian Daly, William Allshire, Damien O Brien, Patrick McCarthy, Timmy Donoghue, Tadgh O Mahony, Jack Donoghue, Daniel Hodnett, Jerry O Riordan, David O Donovan, Matt O Brien & John Hodnett.SUBS: David Hill, Jonathan Christy, Adam Barrett, Micheal O Mahoney, Brian Callanan. Next fixture for the Under 16s is this Thursday evening against O’ Donovan Rossa in Newtown at 6.30pm.
         Carbery Rangers hosted the Junior One championship Double Header this weekend in Ardagh pitch and the Club would like to thank all the volunteers for having the pitch in such pristine condition, those helping with traffic and supervision, those who made tea & sandwiches and all who helped out in any way.
         This week’s jackpot of €1800 was drawn in O’ Brien’s Bar. We had no winner. Numbers drawn were 2, 11 and 35. €50 to Ml. White, Kilmurray, €30 Aidan Phelan, Tipperary  to €20 Paddy o Halloran North Square.  Next week’s draw is in Abbey |Bar and the jackpot is 2000. Tickets can be purchased from any Carbery Rangers member or online at www.carberyrangers.ie

03/05/2011
Senior Championship,U13, Lotto, Fundraising

          The big Fixture for Carbery Rangers this coming week is the first round of the Cork County Senior Championship where they will play an all West Cork tie against Ilen Rovers and this game is fixed for Leap this Friday evening with a 7.30pm thrown in and best wishes to all involved.  Also in action this week are the Under 14 footballers who will travel to Bantry on this Thursday evening the 5th May where they will play the home side in the League at 7.30pm.
 The Under 13 footballers were in Championship action on the Bank holiday Monday night when they took on O’ Donovan Rossa in the semi-final. This young Ross team got off to a great start and were leading by 3-2 to no score after eighteen minutes; the goals coming from corner forward Darragh Hayes, mid fielder Maurice Allshire and full forward John Hodnett. This good start enabled Ross to go in at halftime to go in with a comfortable lead to 3-2 to Skibbereen’s 1-0. With the Ross backs and midfielders very much on top and giving good ball into the forward line, the scoring continued in the second half. Goals came from Jack Maguire and a second from John Hodnett before the very impressive Aaron O’ Flynn scored the sixth goal for Ross. Robert Hegarty then added one more goal to secure a well deserved place in the West Cork Final for this very promising team. The final score line read Carbery Rangers 7-9 to O Donovan Rossa 1-2 TEAM: Cathal Hennessy, Chris Prendergast, Ciarán Prendergast, Cathal O Driscoll, Cal Keane, Sean Gordon (CAPT), Adam O Mahony, Robert Hegarty, Maurice Allshire, Stephen O’ Donoghue, Mark Hodnett, Aaron O’ Flynn, Jack Maguire, John Hodnett, Darragh Hayes. SUBS: Aaron Harte, Shane McCarthy, Eamonn Shanahan, Pat Hurley Alan O Rourke.
 The Club will host a first round game of the Senior Championship this Saturday night in Ardagh Pitch at 7.15pm. Carbery Rangers congratulates James Fitzpatrick on his Ulster Bank Rising Star Award 2011. James received his award from GAA President Christy Cooney recently and this is tremendous achievement for James and his family.
 There was  no   winner of the Club’s weekly Lotto draw on Monday night last.  Numbers drawn were: 6,21 and 23.€50 goes to Michael o Brien, Newtown,€30 to Rob Whelton Froe  and €20 to  Michael O Hea, Woodfield. Next week’s draw takes place in Reenascreena. Tickets are available from any Club member or you can play online at www.carberyrangers.ie
  Carbery Rangers officially launched their fundraising Golf Classic recently. The Classic will take place in Skibbereen Golf Course on Saturday May 28th from 9am to 4pm. Local businesses and organisations can book their time slot by contacting the Golf Classic fundraiser Chairperson Micheál O’ Sullivan on 087 8547925 or you can contact Pascal O’ Brien on 087 8190142 or at O’ Brien’s Bar.  Carbery Rangers GAA Club has a long tradition of excellence. Teams of three players cost €120 with a Tee Box or Green sign for €50.  A time sheet will be available in O’ Brien’s Bar and it essential to book your place in advance to get your time slot for the day.

13/05/2011
Seniors, Tickets, U16,U14,Fixtures, Lotto.

SENIORS:
On Friday night last Carbery Rangers were in Senior Championship action against Ilen Rovers. This was what one would call a truly great Championship game where the result was still very much in the balance right through to the 80 minute. Ilen Rovers were first to score when they had 2 pts inside 3 minutes, then Johnny Murphy who was making good head way  up from wing-back put Ross level with 2 very well taken points. John Hayes and John O’Rourke put Ross up by 2pts only for Ilen to level it again. 25 minutes played and tied at 7pts a piece, Ross then got themselves ahead coming into half-time with pts from Murphy again and Seamus Hayes before the aforementioned Hayes was pulled down in the square.  John Hayes stepped up to put the resulting penalty in the back of the net to leave Carbery Rangers leading 1-9 to 0-7 points at the break.
 Ilen Rovers began the second half by reducing the deficit by two points and with their picking up a lot of breaking ball, they brought themselves back into contention with a goal in the 50th minute, leaving only a point between the sides. Two minutes later, they equalised and the game became an enthralling contest between two old rivals. Ilen Rovers took the lead in the 60th minute and time almost up but Ross broke down the field again and John Hayes getting possession out in the wing, turned in to put the ball over the bar to send the game deservedly into extra time. O Rourke & John Hayes had Ross 2 points up in extra time but Rovers replied with a point of their own before Hayes once again had Ross going into the half time talk being 1-17 to 1-15 up. Two points each were shared in the final half which resulted in Carbery Rangers coming out on top of this thrilling and highly entertaining game. There’s no doubt that this match will go down as a cracking game of football and will live in the memory of those who witnessed a great contest on the night. The final score read Carbery Rangers 1-19 to Ilen Rovers 1-17. TEAM: Maurice Moloney, Sean Hayes, Anthony Roche, Micheal Kelly, Brian Shanahan, Stephen Murray, Johnny Murphy, Micheál O Sullivan, John McCarthy, Alan Jennings, John O Rourke, James Fitzpatrick, John Hayes, Seamus Hayes, Declan Hayes.SUBS: Mike Mennis, Micheál O’ Donovan, Padraig Hodnett, Padraig Hicks, Niall Hayes & Enda Favier.
TICKETS;
Any who require tickets for the upcoming football Championship Cork v. Clare at Páirc Ui Chaoimh on 22nd May or the Hurling Cork v. Tipperary in Thurles on 29th May are to contact James Hubbert.
Under 16 Football:
Carbery Rangers Under 16s were in action against Clan na Gael during the week and with a very strong cross wind scoring was very difficult in the first half. Drimoleague got the first score after 7 minutes before Timmy O Donoghue got Ross on the scoreboard with a pointed free after 15 minutes. Another pointed free had Ross in the lead before Clan na Gael struck for a goal. Points were exchanged within a minute before O Donoghue dispatched a penalty in the back of the net right on the stroke of half time to leave the sides level at 1-3 each. Then from the restart Tadgh O Mahony upped his game and put in a tremendous performance for the next fifteen minutes where he scored four 4 unanswered points from play. Then Jerry O Riordan chipped the goalie to put Ross into a commanding lead only for Clan Na Gael to come back and reduce the deficit to three points with time almost up. Then with what was their last attack of the game Clan na Gael broke through the Ross defence to level the game with a goal. The final score read Carbery rangers 2-10 to Clan na Gael  3-7.
TEAM: Jack O Donoghue, Brian O Donovan, Damien O Brien, Aidan O Donovan, Cathal O Rourke, Patrick McCarthy, William Allshire, Tadgh O Mahony, Timmy O Donoghue, Eoghan Collins, Daniel Hodnett, Jerry O Riordan, John Hodnett, Austin Keane & Colm O Donovan.
UNDER 14 FOOTBALL:
The Under 14 footballers travelled to Bantry on Thursday night last and played in atrocious conditions of wind and rain. The first half finished with Bantry leading 1-3 to 0-5 points with Ross having played with the wind in the first half. Bantry would have expected to push on and win this game with the very strong wind in their favour and did have the most possession in the second half. They led by 2 goals with eight minutes to go but the young Rangers kept battling away and a point by Cian Daly who was having an excellent game at midfield – was followed by a well taken goal by David O Donovan, now operating from full forward. Maurice Allshire reduced the deficit to one point before Cian Daly came up from midfield again to rescue a draw for Carbery Rangers. This was a fantastic performance from this young team who held their nerve under trying and challenging conditions. TEAM: Cathal Hennessy, Micheal O Mahony, Cathal O Rourke, Brian O Sullivan, Kieran Vickery, Sean Gordon, Ian Lawlor O Donovan, Cian Daly, Robert Hegarty, Brian Callanan, David O Donovan, Jack O Donoghue, Cian O Hea, Danny Reynolds, Jack Christy.SUBS: Maurice Allshire, Adam O Mahony, Stephen O Donoghue
FIXTURES:
Carbery Rangers  Junior One team are in Championship action this Friday night at 7.30pm against Argideen Rangers in Ardfield. Junior threes have a League game away to Munitir Bhaire on Saturday night at 7.30pm. the Under 13s are due to play the West Cork Final on Sunday next, check locally for time and venue.

LOTTO:
This week’s Lotto draw took place and there was no winner.  Numbers drawn were   13, 29  and  31   and the €50 goes to Eimear Murphy Rossa Avenue,  €30 to Micheal Kelly Newtown and €20 phone contact .Next week’s draw is in the Pike Bar.

17/05/2011
Junior, U13 Final, U14,Lotto Winner.

Carbery Rangers Junior one team were in Championship action on Friday night last when they played Argideen Rangers in the first round. In what was a low scoring first half, Ross went in trailing 1-4 to 1-2 with the goal coming from midfielder Thomas O’Rourke. It was hoped that Ross would get more into the game in the second half, but this was not to be as Argideen Rangers added 8 points to their tally with Ross only scoring 1 point to leave the final score a disappointing 1-12 to 1-3.  This team will now play a second round game where we have no doubt that they will be well improved and put in a much better performance next time round.

Undoubtedly the game of the weekend was the Under 13 West Cork final where Carbery Rangers and Castlehaven played out a thriller in Leap on Sunday evening.  A close contest from the outset, the young Ross lads lead by two points to one after ten minutes of play and with some great attacking play by both teams, it was Castlehaven who rattled the back of the net midway through the first half for what proved to be the only goal of the game. This is unusual at this age level but speaks volumes for the great defence work of both teams throughout the game. The sides were level at half time at 1-3 to 0-6 points and at this stage one got the feeling that this game was going right down to the wire.  The second half started at a ferocious pace where points were exchanged in quick succession. Castlehaven went into a two point lead but the Rangers began to get to grips with midfield and levelled the game once more. Then Ross went up a point with four minutes to go only to have Castlehaven go back up the other side of the pitch to score two quick points in succession. The game at this stage was into injury time but the Ross lads kept their heads and worked the ball up the field where Mark Hodnett got possession and kicked over a great point from play to leave the sides level at full time.
Carbery Rangers 11 points to Castlehaven 1-8. Theses two fine young teams will do it all again next Sunday evening at 7pm where this game is fixed once again for Leap. Well Done to the host club Kilmacabea for their hospitality. TEAM: Cathal Hennessy, Chris Prendergast, Ciarán Prendergast, Cathal O Driscoll, Cal Keane, Sean Gordon (CAPT), Adam O Mahony, Robert Hegarty, Maurice Allshire, Stephen O’ Donoghue, Mark Hodnett, Aaron O’ Flynn, Jack Maguire, John Hodnett, Darragh Hayes.SUBS: Pat Hurley & John O Brien.
UNDER 14 FOOTBALL:
The Under 14 footballers travelled to Bantry recently and played in atrocious conditions of wind and rain. The first half finished with Bantry leading 1-3 to 0-5 points with Ross having played with the wind in the first half. Bantry would have expected to push on and win this game with the very strong wind in their favour and did have the most possession in the second half. They led by 2 goals with eight minutes to go but the young Rangers kept battling away and a point by Cian Daly who was having an excellent game at midfield – was followed by a well taken goal by David O Donovan, now operating from full forward. Maurice Allshire reduced the deficit to one point before Cian Daly came up from midfield again to rescue a draw for Carbery Rangers. This was a fantastic performance from this young team who held their nerve under trying and challenging conditions. TEAM: Cathal Hennessy, Micheal O Mahony, Cathal O Rourke, Brian O Sullivan, Kieran Vickery, Sean Gordon, Ian Lawlor O Donovan, Cian Daly, Robert Hegarty, Brian Callanan, David O Donovan, Jack O Donoghue, Cian O Hea, Danny Reynolds, Jack Christy.SUBS: Maurice Allshire, Adam O Mahony, Stephen O Donoghue
LOTTO:
There was  one  winner of the Club’s weekly Lotto draw on Monday night last.  Numbers drawn were: 5, 21 and 35. T he winner was Danny O Regan, Bendubh. Next week’s draw is for €1000 and takes place in Sams Cross.  Tickets are available from any Club member or you can play online at www.carberyrangers.ie

24/05/2011
U13 Final, U14, Junior, Lotto, Golf, Cul Camp

Under 13 West Cork Final:
 A cracker of a game once again as two rival clubs Carbery Rangers and Castlehaven replayed the West Cork U13 final in Kilmacabea on Sunday night last and it certainly gave value for money. Football at its best as both sides valiantly contested the first Tony Murphy Memorial Cup. Perhaps it was the Carbery Rangers lads who wanted it most because they put up a tremendous battle against the efforts of the physically stronger Haven side. From the outset it was a great night’s football. The Haven was three points up after six minutes but the Rangers were not going to give this one up without a fight. They answered the three points with three of their own and from then on it was neck and neck all the way. At the half time whistle the Haven were 0-5 to 0-4 up and the second half was even more entertaining. Carbery Rangers got the first goal by corner forward Patrick Hurley to make it 1-5 to 0-6. The Haven picked up another point only for Sean Gordon to get the first of his two goals now leaving it 2-5 to 0-7. The Haven replied with a goal of their own then the flying wing forward Aaron O Flynn got his name on the scoreboard with a coolly taken point. Sean Gordon put his second goal in the net only for the Haven to once again reply with their goal straight from the kick out. As the excitement reached fever pitch, Darragh Hayes who was winning ball in the full forward line got the Rangers’ fourth goal only for the Haven yet again to reply. It was now a two point game. Now with the Haven on top, they struck another goal and point leaving them leading by two points coming into the final minutes of the game. The grit and determination of the young Carbery Rangers was never more needed and they did not disappoint. Mark Hodnett reduced the deficit to one point but Castlehaven stretched their lead once again before Robert Hegarty fielded a great ball inside in the forward line to rattle the back of the net. Time was now running out and the Haven was on all out attack to save the game. They reduced Ross’ lead to just one point as we were now into injury time. With Castlehaven pressing for the equaliser or the winner, it was a tense few last minutes and the Haven attacked once more but a great block from John Hodnett now playing at wing forward was to be their last chance. As the final whistle blew, the delight of Carbery Rangers was sincerely felt by one and all who wanted to honour the memory of the great Carbery Ranger Tony Murphy.  This game will certainly go down as one of the all time thrillers just as the drawn match before it had done.  Sometimes replays do not live up to the drawn game but this was certainly not the case here as the replay provided an excitement that was palpable. Captain Sean Gordon proudly lifted the Cup to the delight of all the Carbery Ranger fans present. It was indeed fitting that the Tony Murphy Cup comes to Carbery Rangers for its first year and despite the difficult conditions for football, these young talented players from both teams showed us that West Cork football is very definitely in safe hands. TEAM: Cathal Hennessy, Chris Prendergast, Ciarán Prendergast, Cathal O Driscoll, Cal Keane, Sean Gordon (CAPT), Adam O Mahony, Robert Hegarty, Maurice Allshire, Stephen O’ Donoghue, Mark Hodnett, Aaron O’ Flynn, Pat Hurley,  John Hodnett, Darragh Hayes.Photos from this thrilling game are available on the website www.carberyrangers.ie
 The under 14 footballers had a league fixture away to Ilen Rovers this past week and as most games between these clubs are very tight this was to be another one. The Ross lads were first to score when Adam Barrett had a goal after 4 minutes of play. Ilen Rovers began to come more in to the game after this setback and had three points of their own after sixteen minutes to level the score. Points from Cian Daly, David O Donavan and Danny Reynolds had Ross back in the lead. Ilen Rovers had a point of their own before Cathal O Rourke replied for Ross leaving the half time score 1-4 to 0-4. Illen Rovers now playing with the breeze in the second half were now level within ten minutes of the restart. Cathal O Rourke had Carbery Rangers back in front with a well taken point only for Ilen Rovers to draw level again. Danny Reynolds had Ross leading going into the last few minutes but Ilen Rovers replied with a point of their own to leave the final score Carbery Rangers 1-6 to Ilen Rovers 0-9. TEAM: Robert Hegarty Michéal O Mahony, Cathal O Rourke, Brian O Sullivan, Kieran Vickery, Cian Daly, Ian Lawlor O Donovan, Brian Callanan, David O Donovan, Jack O Donoghue, Cian O Hea, Danny Reynolds, Jack Christy. Aaron Harte, Adam Barrett,
 The Junior Ones and the Junior Threes were in action over the weekend, both going down to their respective opponents Ilen rovers and Muintir Bhaire.
LOTTO:
 There was no winner of the Club’s weekly Lotto draw on Monday night last.  Numbers drawn were: 4, 11 and 33.
€50 goes to Con Sheehan, Cork €30 to Mark O Donovan Reenascreena and €20 Andrew O Sullivan Union Hall.  Next week’s draw takes place in O Brien’s bar with a jackpot of €1200. Tickets are available from any Club member or you can play online at www.carberyrangers.ie
GOLF CLASSIC:
 Carbery Rangers Golf Classic will take place on this Saturday May 28th from 9am to 4pm in Skibbereen Golf Course. It is hoped that the weather will be favourable as this is an important fundraiser for the Club.
 CÚL CAMP:
Registration for the Summer Cúl Camp will take place on this Friday evening in the Ardagh Club Rooms from 7 to 8pm.

24/05/2011
U14, Fixtures

        Well done to the U14 girls who won the West Cork League final v Clonakilty on Wednesday last in Dunmanway. Ross won 3.07 to 2.05. Team; Dearbhla Maguire,Mary Hurley, Niamh Hill, Siobhan Bateman, Grainne Hodnett, Sarah Hayes, Aoife O'Rourke (captain), Grainne O'Brien, 1pt, Iona Tobin, 1goal, Megan O'Neill, 1 goal, Alannah Prendergast, 3 pts, Michelle O'Driscoll, Sarah O'Donovan, Aoife O'Donovan, 3pts, Ciara Crosby, 1 goal. Subs; Eimear Whooley, Meabh Perkins, Danielle Hourihane, Alison O'Donovan, Melissa Wilson, Aisling O'Callaghan, Pia Barrett, Jilieanne Williamson.Emma Hill. Lauren O'Regan. They will now play Eire Og in the county quarter final. 
         Upcoming fixtures. Senior league quarter final v St. Vals Friday at 8pm,  with the venue to be arranged. U12 v Drimoleague Saturday at 4pm, 

31/05/2011
U14,Golf,Junior, Fixtures Lotto

         The Under 14 footballers were in league action recently when they played Ahan Gaels in Enniskeane. It was the much stronger home team that came away with the league points in what turned out to be a very high scoring game. Six goals were shared in the first half alone the 3 Ross goals coming from midfielder Cathal O’Rourke and 2 from full-forward Danny Reynolds. But it was the ability to kick points by the home side that was the difference in this half  and they led at half-time 3-10 to Ross’3-2.Ross started to reduce that lead at the beginning of the second half with some well taken points from Robert Hegarty, two from Danny Reynolds and a brace from David O’Donovan to leave just three points between them mid-way through the half. But then Ahan Gaels got 2-3 with out reply, however, in the last five minutes goals from Stephen O’Donoghue and two from Sean Gordan had Ross back in it again, only for the home side to add two late points to win out on a final score Carbery Rangers 6-7 Ahan Gaels 5-14.TEAM.Shane O’Sullivan,Micheal O’Mahony,Jack O’Donoghue,Brian O’Sullivan,Ian Lawlor- O’Donovan,Robert Hegarty,Sean Gordan,Cian Daly,Cathal O’Rourke,Brian Callanan,Kieran Vickery,Jack Christy,Adam Barrett,Danny Reynolds,David O’Donovan.Subs.Stephen O’Donoghue Cal Keane.
GOLF CLASSIC:
Carbery Rangers held there Golf Classic Fundraiser on Saturday last at the very impressive Skibbereen Golf Club. Over sixty teams took to the course on the day which in its self is a great achievement and the Carbery Rangers Club are very grateful to all who supported the Golf Classic. The club would like to send on it thanks to the hard working committee headed up by Michéal O’Sullivan and to all those who took part or took tee signs, for this generous sponsorship. This was the first time that the club held this for over ten years and with it been such a success it is hoped that at will become an annual event. These are the results from the day, GUI Handicap Section First were Eamon Hurley, Patrick Hurley and Patsy Coughlan, Second were Tim Coughlan, Ronan Milner, and Colman Milner, Third were Brendan Butler, John Butler and Fintan Crowley. Non GUI Handicap Section First were Sean O’Donovan ,Peter O’Donovan and Chris O’ Donovan, Second were Padraig O’Donovan, David Creedon and Noel O’Donovan, Third were Stephen Murray, Brian Shanahan and Paul O’ Sullivan.
JUNIOR ONE:
The Junior One team got back to winning ways on Sunday last when they defeated Castlehaven. A goal by Sean O’Neill mid-way through the first half had Ross well on top at half time 1-8 to Castlehaven’s 0-3.Ross continued to push on in the second half and points from Chris O’Donovan and three by Kieran Fitzpatrick made this game safe well before the end. This game saw the return to action for Kevin Mac Mahon  who sustained a broken jaw a few months back. Final Score Carbery Rangers 1-14 Castlehaven 1-05.
 FIXTURES:
The Senior team will play Ballincollig in the Kelleher Shield on this Saturday at 7pm in Ardagh. Junior Three are playing Castlehaven in the League on Friday night at 7pm in Newtown. The Championship draw was made recently for this team and Carbery Rangers will play Dohenys in the first round, fixed for Saturday July 2nd.
LOTTO:
This week’s Lotto jackpot was not won. Numbers drawn were 4, 14 and 23.  €50 goes to John Kennedy,  €30 to Marcella O Sullivan and €20 to John D Collins Reenasceena. Next week’s draw is in the Abbey Bar.

07/06/2011
Senior,U14, Junior 3, Fixtures,Lotto

        Carbery Rangers Senior Footballers had their first competitive game since they defeated Ilen Rovers in the first round of the Championship when they played Ballincollig in the Kelleher Shield on Saturday night last in Ardagh.  Conditions were almost perfect with the sun shining with a slight breeze which favoured Ballincollig in the first half and they were first to score with a pointed free after 5 minutes. Full Forward Seamus Hayes had the first score for the home side in the seventh minute. Four unanswered points by Carbery Rangers had them in the driving seat mid way through the first half as they led with a score line of 0-5 to 0-4. Ballincollig came back with two points of their own only for Ross to reply with five successive points, three of these coming from the influential James Fitzpatrick in midfield.  Ross lead at halftime 0-11 to 0-5 and they were playing with the aid of the breeze in the second half. Two points a piece were exchanged within five minutes of the restart before Ross added three more points from Michéal O’ Sullivan and two from Padarig Hicks. A goal from Niall Hayes, now in full forward, had this game beyond doubt despite a late rally from Ballincollig who scored a goal and two points of their own in the closing stages. This was a good competitive outing for the team as they continue their preparation for the championship. Final score Carbery Rangers 1-17 to Ballincollig 1-11. TEAM: Maurice Moloney, Sean Hayes, Anthony Roche, Enda Favier, Brian Shanahan, Kevin Mac Mahon, Stephen Murray, Micheál O Sullivan, James Fitzpatrick, Alan Jennings, John Hayes, Padraig Hodnett John O Rourke,  Seamus Hayes, Declan Hayes.SUBS: Padraig Hicks, Niall Hayes, James Cussen, Sean O Neill & Michéal Kelly.
         The Under 14 hurlers recorded a good win over neighbours St James in the League recently.
         Carbery Rangers Junior Threes were narrowly defeated by Castlehaven in the League on Friday night last on a score line of Carbery Rangers 1-11 to Castlehaven 1-13. 
         The Under 13 football team are playing the County semi-final against St Finbarrs from the City on this Saturday at 4.30pm in Bandon. After such a thrilling championship win the last time, it is hoped that people will come out and show their support for these young footballers who have done the Club proud.
 Anyone who has yet to register for this summer’s Cúl Camp can do so by contacting any club member. Best wishes to our players who are sitting exams in the next few weeks. 
         There was no Lotto this weekend due to the local Festival but will return next week with a jackpot of €1400 and takes place in the Abbey Bar. Tickets can be purchased online at www.carberyrangers.ie or from any club member.

07/06/2011
Draw, U14, U12,U10, U8,

       In the Ladies Football on Saturday night next June 11th a draw is being held in the Abbey Bar at 10pm. The proceeds of this are to help towards the costs  for the Feile weekend. Tickets are two euro per line. Congratulations to Michelle O'Driscoll, Maultrahane N.S. who was selected for the Peile na Cailini team who played Waterford last Sunday in Pairc Ui Choimhe. Michelle is a member of the Ross U14 team. The U14 and Senior teams were both beaten in their quarter finals. Upcoming fixtures, Senior Challenge v Naombh Aban on Friday in Cloughduv, U12 B at home to Kinsale on Saturday at 1pm and the U10's and U8's will have their first outing away to Clonakilty on Monday at 6pm. Best wishes to all our players who are doing their Junior and Leaving Certificate exams over the next few weeks.

14/06/2011
U13,Junior, Mike Keohane, Lotto

        Carbery Rangers under 13 footballers qualified in style for the county final after they recorded a big win over St. Finbarr’s played on Saturday last. Having won the toss and playing with the wind in the first half the young Ross lads wasted no time getting on the score sheet with mid-fielder Sean Gordon hitting the back of the net in the second minute. Points from Mark Hodnett, Darragh Hayes and John Hodnett and a second goal by the very impressive Sean Gordon helped Ross build up a commanding lead mid way through the half. When Robert Hegerty scored a third goal and points from the flying wing forward Aaron O’Flynn and Stephen O’Donoghue put Ross in at half time leading 3-11 to 0-2. 
         In the second half the Ross lads continued where they left off and made light of playing against the win. Early points from Mark Hodnett and Robert Hegarty which was soon followed by goals from the afore mention players and another from Sean Gordon saw Ross through to the final on a score line of Carbery Rangers 6-19 St. Finbarrs 1-7. This impressive game of football from the young Rangers was a display of pure teamwork and there were some moments in the game where you had to remind yourself that these were not seasoned players. It certainly bodes well for Carbery Rangers to have such a talented pool of players for the future.  The final is fixed for this coming weekend against Boherbue and you are asked to check locally for details. TEAM.Cathal Hennessy, Chris Prendergast, Kieran Prendergast, Jack Maguire, Cal Keane, Maurice Allshire, Adam O’Mahony, Roberty Hegarty, Sean Gordan, Aaron O’Flynn, Mark Hodnett, John Hodnett, Patrick Hurley, Stephen O’Donoghue, Darragh Hayes. SUBS. Shane McCarthy, Peter Óg Hill, John O’Brien, Brian Hegarty, Donnchadh Buckley Healy.
         The Juinor 3 team played Ilen Rovers in the league over the weekend. This turned out to be the best performance so far by these lads in the league, three points from corner forward Philip Moore and one from young mid-fielder put Ross up by four points inside the first quarter of the game. Points from Eamon O’Mahony, Cathal Prendergast and centre forward Geoff Wycherley had Ross leading at half time by seven points to Ilen Rovers’ no score. Barry O Hea had the first score of the second half before Ilen Rovers registered their first score. Two quick points by Cathal Prendergast, his fourth in total – stretched the Ross lead again before Ilen Rovers added four more points of their own to leave Ross winners on a final score line of Carbery rangers 0-11 to Ilen Rovers 0-5. TEAM: Paul Shanahan, Donal Santry, Padraig O Donovan, Joseph O Sullivan, Mike Walsh, Ger Flavin, Daniel Kelly, Cathal Prendergast, Ivan Jennings, Barry O Hea, Geoff Wychereley, Brendan Canty, Eamonn O Mahony, Vincent Hodnett, Philip Moore. 
         Carbery Rangers extended its Best Wishes to Mike Keohane who represents Ireland in the World Transplant Games in Sweden this week. Mike will take part in Shot Putt, Discus & Badminton. Good Luck Mike!
         There was no winner of the Lotto. Numbers drawn were 3, 16 and 28. the €50 goes to James Cussen, Burgatia, €30 to Eleanor Collins, Froe and €20 to Jimmy Murray, Cross Lane. Next Weeks draw takes place in Nolans’ Bar.

28/06/2011
U13,U14, Junior, Lotto

U13 COUNTY ‘A’ CHAMPIONS:
         Beated well wishes to the Carbery rangers U13 footballers who won the County Championship recently when they comprehensively defeated Banteer before a large crowd in Macroom.  It is a great achievement to be the first Club to win this  inaugural competition and the quality of football played by these young Carbery Rangers throughout the competition has been more than impressive. Ross started in great style with 2 goals from Robert Hegarty and two more goals from Sean Gordon to go into half time with a strong lead of 4-7 to 1-2. Banteer made a comeback in the second half proving that wining any County Final is no easy feat. Carbery Rangers had to find all their inner strength to hold their lead but another goal by Sean Gordon settled the nerves. Even though Banteer finished the game with a lot of possession, they never had the beatings of the impressive Rangers and the final score read Carbery Rangers 5-9 to Banteer 3-6. This Championship has given spectators some great football to watch, the crowd following the team was always impressive and it is a great honour for the Club to hold a County Championship whilst still only in the month of June. Carbery Rangers can indeed by very proud of these young players whose football was of the highest quality.  Well done to all the players and to the coaches and mentors who certainly showed that dedication to training pays off.

U14 FOOTBALL & HURLING:
         The U14 footballers played the first round of their Championship on Tuesday night last when they had a comprehensive victory over O Donovan Rossa. They will now take on Dohenys in the next round of this championship. The U14 hurlers played the Mizen Rovers in their championship on Sunday evening last. First half goals came from David O Donovan and two from Sean Gordon had Ross comfortably leading at halftime with a score line of 3-5 to no score. Carbery rangers added another two goals and three points to their tally but a gallant effort by Mizen Rovers who came back with a few well taken points of their own. Next up is Barryroe in this championship. TEAM: Kieran Prendergast, Danny Reynolds, John Hodnett, Cian Daly, Jack Donoghue, Adam O Mahony, Cathal O Rorke, Brian Callanan, Robert Hegarty, Maurice Allshire, David o Donovan, Sean Gordon.Subs; Brian O Sullivan, Cian O Hea, Chris Prendergast, Stephen O Donoghue & Cathal Hennessy.

JUNIOR ONES:
         Carbery Ranger Junior Ones were also in championship action during the week when they took on Bantry Blues in the second round of the championship. This game turned out to be a very hard fought game particularly in the first half when some of the tackles from the opposition were, to say the least, somewhat on the physical side. Sean O Neill ad the first two scores of the game when he pointed in the 3rd and 7th minute before Bantry got their first point from a free.  Kieran Fitzpatrick added another score for Ross after a great solo run and Sean O Neill followed suit with his third point of the game.  Bantry again pointed a free before Nicholas Peters stretched Ross’ Lead again before once again O Neill, with an impressive first half display, added a goal and appoint to leave Ross leading 1-6 to 0-3 at half time.  Bantry had the first score of the second half, scoring from play for the first time but 2 pointed frees from Ross and another from Thomas O Rourke who was impressing at centre back, stretched Ross further ahead. Bantry then got a goal and a point in the space of a minute. Kevin Mac Mahon who was injured for the first round of the Senior Championship, was running things from midfield and chipped in  appoint of his own in the 44th minute. Once again the opposition raised their game with two unanswered points, leaving just a goal between the two sides in the final ten minutes. A point each was exchanged before Bantry reduced the deficit to just two points with time almost up. But some great defending by the Carbery Rangers backs – Eugene Murphy in particular who was having a fine outing at full back made sure Carbery Rangers qualified for the next round. The final score read Carbery Rangers 1-11 to Bantry Blue 1-9.TEAM: Robbie Ahern, Bobby Kelly, Eugene Murphy, James Cussen, Conor O Rouke, Thomas O Rourke, Michael Cussen, Kevin Mac Mahon, David Creedon, Ger Flavin, Myles O Riordan, Nicholas Peters, Sean O Neill, Ronan Milner, Kieran Fitzpatrick.SUBS: Alan O Reagan, Chris O Donovan

JUNIOR FOURS:
         Carbery Rangers Junior Fours were defeated by Urhan by 3-8 to 1-8. Championship is fixed for this Saturday night at 8pm in Dunmanway against Dohenys. Players are asked to be in the dressing room at 7.15pm.

LOTTO:
         There was no winner of this week’s Lotto jackpot. Numbers drawn were 17,22 and 23.
€50 to James Ronan, Maul €30 to Mary Kennedy Galway and €20 to Mary Murray, North Square. Next week’s draw takes place in Reenascreena with a jackpot of €2000 and as usual tickets can be bought online at www.carberyrangers.ie

28/06/2011
Draw,U12,Feile,Senior,Sarah Hayes.

 Thanks to all who supported our draw which took place in the Abbey Bar on Saturday 11th. 1st prize Digital Camera Sinead O'Brien, Ardfield, 2nd Sunday Lunch for 4 Aisling O'Callaghan, 3rd Hamper David Whelton, 4th Hamper Marie Hill, 5th Brandy Carrie Crowley, 6th Whiskey Dara Tobin, 7th Hamper Tadgh O'Donovan, 8th Voucher Aoife Harte, 9th Wine Marie O.Sullivan. 10th Wine Gary Howarth. 11th Wine Micheal O'Sullivan.
 On Monday night last the u12 a team beat Valley Rovers, the u12 b team lost to Bantry. Both teams have a home game v Clonakilty due to be played this weekend. U16 to play Gabriel Rangers and the Seniors are taking part in the mini 7's in Clonakilty on Saturday.
 The long awaited Feile will commence on Thursday 30th June with Ross taking on their host team Sarfields of Kildare at 2.30 in Ardagh pitch. The teams will take part in a parade in Cork on Thursday evening to officially open the Feile competition. On Friday the games will commence at 10am in Ardagh with Douglas, Castleisland, Sarfields and Rosscarbery all playing in a Blitz. The Feile Skills competition will be on Friday at 12 in Ardagh pitch and Sarah Hayes will represent Rosscarbery. Hopefully it should be a great occasion for all those involved and we would encourage anyone to come along to watch the games.
 The Senior team competed in the Munster Ladies Football Sevens on Saturday last in Clonakilty GAA grounds; this was a wonderfully organised event and the girls competed very well in their group.
 Best wishes to Sarah Hayes who lines out for Cork in the Primary game this Sunday during half-time of the Cork-Kerry match. 
 The Senior team will play Gabriel Rangers in the West Cork competition on Thursday at 7.30 in Newtown pitch.

05/07/2011
Minor,Junior4,Under13, Fixtures

 Two Carbery Rangers teams found themselves in action away to the Dohenys over the weekend. First up were the Minor footballers on Friday night last who played their first game since the exams. An early goal by wing-back Eamon O’Mahony gave the Ross lads a great start. This was followed with points by Brian Hodnett from play and Terry O’Donovan from some well taken frees. Then Vincent Hodnett who was doing very well full-forward had a second goal mid way through the half. Dohenys reply was a penalty which was dispatched to the back of the Ross net and secured three more  points. Late scores by Thomas O’Rourke and Sean O’Regan left Ross leading at the break 2-7 to Dohenys 1-3. From the restart Dohenys scored two points and then Ross had to replace their midfielder Thomas O’Rourke who sustained a injury late in the first half.  This was to benefit the home side who then continued to have more possession mid way through the second half, now with only three points between the teams. But Ross with pointed frees from Terry O’Donovan all from the ground, which has been a topic of debate of late, and one each by Sean O’Regan and Tadhg O’Mahony helped Ross record a good win. Final score Carbery Rangers 2-11 Dohonys 1-10.
TEAM Paul Shanahan, David Flavin,  Micheal O’Donovan, Michael Hourihane, Damian O’Brien, Stephan Vickery Eamon O’Mahony, Thomas O’Rourke, Cathal Prendergast, Tadhg O’Mahony, Gearoid O’Brien, Terry O’Donovan, Brian Hodnett, Vincent Hodnett, Sean O Regan.
SUBS: Patrick Shanahan, Daniel Hodnett.     

JUNIOR FOUR FOOTBALL
 It was back to Dunmanway again on Saturday evening for the first Round of the Junior Four football Championship. Carbery Rangers were first to score when Geoff Wycherley and Cathal Prendergast both had points from play inside three minutes.  Dohenys were to score 1-4 before Brian Hayes had Ross’ next point in the 16 minute. Two more points by the Dohenys and a Mike Walsh point for Ross left the half time score  Dohenys 1-6 Ross 0-4.  Points from Vincent Hodnett and Cathal Prendergast reduced the lead to just a goal. Dohenys increased their lead again when they pointed, only for Eammon O’Mahony  and Geoff Wycherley to score points to leave the game there for the taking for both sides.  The home side pointed again so at this stage Ross were now looking for a goal. Peter Nagle who had a fine outing at mid-field was to score a great goal when he picked up a breaking ball around the middle of the field and ran all the way to the 14 yard line and unleashed an unstoppable shot which flew into the top corner of the net. Cathal Prendergast scored the last and winning point in the 58 minute to send Ross into the next round.TEAM; Paul Shanahan, Donal Santry, Padraig O’Donovan, Joseph O’Sullivan, Cian O’Mahony, Eammon O’ Mahony, Stephan Vickery, Cathal Prendergast, Mike Walsh, Brendan Canty, Geoff Wycherley, Barry O Hea, Brian Hayes, Vincent Hodnett, Noel O Donovan.
Subs: Peter Nagle & Niall Fitzpatrick

U13 HURLING:
 Carbery Rangers U13 Hurlers played O Mathunas in the first round of the championship on a very wet and windy night in Ahiohill on Monday night last. Mathunas were the first to score when they had 1-1 in the first seven minutes. Ross’ reply were two goals by full forward Darren Hayes and Sean Gordon. Robert Hegarty added two points late in the first half to leave Ross leading 2-2 to 1-2. With conditions in thee second half proving very difficult for hurling, both teams did their best to play good hurling but Ross handled the conditions better and another two goals by Darren Hayes & Robert Hegarty proved to be decisive. The play of the game would have to be a shot by Mathunas who were now looking for goals but a great save by Ross goalkeeper Cathal Prendergast, which any goalkeeper in the country would be proud to save, kept the Ross goal intact in the second half. Final score was Carbery Rangers 4-2 to O Mathunas 1-3TEAM: Ciaran Prendergast, Mark Hodnett, Adam O Mahony, Chris Prendergast, James O Riordan, John Hodnett, Cathal Hennessy, Sean Gordon, Maurice Allshire, Aaron O Flynn, Robert Hegarty, John O Brien, Eamonn Shanahan, Darren Hayes Darragh Hayes. 
SUBS: Jack Maguire
FIXTURES:
 The Under 14 footballers are playing Dohenys on this Thursday night, 7th July at 7.30pm in Enniskeane. On Monday night July 11th Junior One footballers will take on St Oliver Plunketts in the Junior Championship and this game is fixed for Clonakilty.

05/07/2011
Feile 2011,Camp,
        Well done to all who made Feile 2011 a great success in Ross last week. Even though we didn't win any games the team played very well but more important they made some good friends over the few days with the girls who stayed with the families in the area.         

        On Monday 11th July we are having a fun camp for girls aged 7 to 14  years for one week from 10am to 1pm, in Newtown pitch. This is open to non club members. You can contact any club member or just turn up on the morning at 9.30 am to register.

12/07/2011
U14, Senior,Fixtures,Junior, Lotto.

        Carbery Rangers under 14 footballers advanced to the semi-final of the championship when they defeated Dohenys on Thursday night last. The Ross lads got off to a great start when Cathal O’Rourke pointed and then followed this with a goal. Two goals by David O’Donovan, one a piece by Adam Barrett and Danny Reynolds helped Ross into a good lead. Dohenys reply was to get three goals and a point inside seven minutes. But some well taken points by Brian Callanan and Maurice Allshire helped Ross to a half time lead of 5-5 to 3-1,The second was much more even, but when Robert Hegarty scored a goal mid way through the half this ensured Carbery Rangers’ place in the last four. Final score Carbery Rangers 6-12 Dohenys 4-2.TEAM Shane O’Sullivan, Micheal O’Mahony, Robert Hegerty, Brian O’Sullivan, Kieran Vickery, Sean Gordon, Ian Lawlor O Donovan, Cathal O’Rourke, Cian Daly, Adam O,Mahony, Danny Reynolds, Brian Callanan, Adam Barrett, Maurice Allshire, David O’Donovan.
 SENIORS:
Carbery Rangers Seniors were in Kelleher Shield action on Saturday evening last against Douglas.  Points from John Hayes [2] John O’Rourke [2] and one each from Seamus Hayes and Padraig Hodnett helped Ross to a six points to three point lead at half time. Alan Jennings increased the Ross with a well worked point at the restart, then Douglas got through for the only goal of the game three minutes into the half. From there on both team exchanged four points each, until Douglas equalized with just two minutes on the clock. Not for the first time John O’Rourke produced the winning point with time almost up. This game turned out to be a great work out for both teams. TEAM: Robbie Ahern, Enda Favier, Michéal O’Donovan, Michéal Kelly, Johnny Murphy, Kevin Mac Mahon, Stephan Murray, Michéal O’Sullivan, James Fitzpatrick, Padraig Hodnett, John Hayes, Alan Jennings, Declan Hayes, Seamus Hayes, John O’Rourke. SUBS Michael Mennis, Niall Hayes, Padraig Hicks.
UP COMING FIXTURES
Minor hurling Quarter- Final V Kilbree this Friday 15 July at 7.30 pm in Clonakilty.
Under 13 hurling Quarter-Final V Pedlars Cross this Saturday 16 July at 7.30 pm in Ahiohill.
Kelleher Shield V Clonakilty this Sunday 17 July at 3.30 pm in Clonakilty.
Under 14 hurling Final V Barryroe on Thursday the 21st  July at 7.30pm in Clonakilty.
Carbery Rangers senior team have been drawn to play Ballincollig in the 4th round of the championship.
JUNIOR ONES
Carbery Rangers Junior one’s bowed out of the Championship on Monday night last when they went down to St. Oliver Plunketts. The Plunketts were first to score when they had two points from play in the opening minutes. Ross were off the mark with points from Ronan Milner, Kevin Mac Mahon, Myles O’Riordan and corner forward Kieran Fitzpatrick after ten minutes. Plunketts reduced that lead with two pointed frees. Thomas O’Rourke who along with all the backs were playing well at this stage pointed from play, Sean O’Neill followed suit soon after, as did Mac Mahon just before half time. This left Ross leading by two at the half way point. From the   restart Oliver Plunketts had 1-2 scored before Ross got there only point of the second half. Six unanswered points helped St. Oliver Plunketts to a 1-13 to 0-8 win.TEAM; Robbie Ahern, James Cussen, Eugene Murphy, Alan O’Regan, Conor O’Rourke, Thomas O’Rourke, Michael Cussen, Kevin MacMahon, Nick Peters, Ger Flavin,  Myles O’Riordan, Gearoid O’Brien, Sean O’Neill, Ronan Milner, Kieran Fitzpatrick.
SUBS Eoin Lane, Chris O’Donovan, Peter Nagle.
LOTTO:
There was no winner of this week’s Lotto jackpot. Numbers drawn were 5, 33 and 35. Next week’s jackpot is 2400 euro and will take place in Sam’s Cross. The 50 euro winner was Sheila o  Regan, Ross, 30 euro goes to Pat O Donovan, Coolnagay and 20 euro to Julie Deasy, the Pike.

19/07/2011
Senior,Minor, Fixtures, lotto.

    Carbery Rangers made the short trip to Clonakilty on Sunday last when they played the home team in the Kelleher Shield. At the Mid way point of the first half the sides were level at four points each. The Ross scores coming from John O’Rourke[2], Padraig Hicks and a John Hayes free. Two more well taken scores by O’Rourke were cancelled out by Clon to leave the sides level at half time 0-6 each. The second half turned out to be low scoring with only five points scored, but the wind played its part in that. Three of those scores came from the Ross lads, John Hayes in the 43 minute, this was followed by a long range point from Michéal O’Sullivan and the winning score coming from John O’Rourke who was in great form all through the game.Final score  Carbery Rangers 0-9 Clonakilty 0-8.
MINOR HURLING:
The minor hurlers were in Championship action against Kilbree over the weekend.  Kilbree went on a goal blitz in the first half which yielded four goals. Cian O Mahony kept Ross in the game with 2-3 of his own but Kilbree led at half time 4-7 to 2-5. In the second half Kilbree kept up the pressure and Ross could not match them on the score board and the Rossmore lads ran out comfortable winners 5-12 to 2-7. 
The U13 hurlers were also in championship action over the weekend when they defeated Pedlars Cross 4-6 to 2-3. They now advance to the semifinal where they will take on Dohenys in the coming weeks.
 UP COMING FIXTURES
Under 14 hurling Final V Barryroe on Thursday the 21st  July at 7.30pm in Clonakilty. Under 14 football semifinal v. Bantry on Thursday 28th July at 7.30 pm in Skibbereen.
LOTTO:
There was no winner of this week’s Lotto jackpot. Numbers drawn were  12, 28 and 35. Next week’s jackpot is 2600 euro and will take place in O Briens Bar. The 50 euro winner was Paddy Savage, Castlehaven, Ross, 30 euro goes to Terese Clancy, Bealed and 20 euro to Elaine O Donovan, Ross.

26/07/2011
U14, U16,Minor,Senior, Lotto

        Carbery Rangers under 14 hurlers were defeated by Barryroe in the Rebel Óg West Region Final on Thursday evening last. Carbery Rangers were first off the mark with two points from centre back Jack O’Donoghue inside the opening four minutes. Barryroe got their first point soon after only for Robert Hegarty to get on the score sheet with two points mid way through the half. Jack O’Donoghue added another to stretch  the Ross lead coming up to the twenty minute mark. From this to half time Barryroe came more into the game and were to score five unanswered points, leaving Ross trailing at the break 0-6 to 0-5.  At the restart Barryroe increased there lead with a point, before O’Donoghue had two more points to level matters in the 35 minute. This was the last score Ross were to get until Brian Callanan pointed in the closing stages, but by then Barryroe had the greater amount of possession which yielded four points to see Barryroe capture the cup. Final score Carbery Rangers 0-8 Barryroe 0-11.TEAM Ciaran Prendergast, Danny Reynolds, John Hodnett, Edmund Beese, Jack O’Donoghue, Adam O’Mahony, Cathal O’Rourke, Cian Daly, Robert Hegerty, Sean Gordan, Maurice Allshire, Brian Callanan. SUBS Micheal O’Mahony.
         The Ross under 16s played Ilen Rovers in the league on Friday last which was played in Rath. They say goals win you games and in the first half of this game Ilen were to score three along with three points. To the credit of the Ross lads they stayed in touch with five very well taken points to leave the half time score Ross 0-5 Ilen Rovers 3-3. A goal and a point at the start of the second half by Ilen looked like this game was over.  But the Ross lads got themselves back into it with 1-5 without reply, and then Ilen got in for another goal. This was by no means the end of the Ross lads and Carbery Rangers were rewarded a penalty which was dispatched to the back of the net by Timmy O’ Donoghue. This was soon followed by another point before Jerry O Riordan goaled again for Ross. Unfortunately time was against the Rangers, and Ilen Rovers hung on to record a three point victory.Final score: Carbery Rangers 3-10 to Ilen Rovers 5-7 TEAM: Shane O Sullivan, Aidan O Donovan, Damien O Brien, Brian O Donovan, Cathal O Rourke, Timmy O Donoghue, Patrick McCarthy, Tadgh O Mahony, Eoghan Collins, William Allshire, Matt O Brien, Jerry O Riordan, John Hodnett, Austin Keane, Colm O Donovan.SUBS: Jonathan Christy, Brian Callanan
        Carbery Rangers Minors defeated Boherbue in the premier 2 County League on Monday night last which was played in Macroom. The final score was Carbery Rangers 1-14 to Boherbue 2-8
Fixtures:
        The Seniors will play Ilen Rovers this Friday night at 8pm in Ardagh in the Kelleher Shield. The Minors will take on Castlelyons in the championship, this Sunday July 31stwith no venue or time confirmed so check locally for details.
LOTTO:
        There was no winner of this week’s Lotto jackpot. Numbers drawn were 4, 15 and 19. The 50 euro winner was Josh Spillane,, 30 euro goes to Catriona O Mahony, Cahirbeg and 20 euro to Ml. O Brien, Newtown. Next week’s jackpot is 2600 euro and will take place in the Abbey Bar.

02/08/2011
U14,Minor,Senior,Fixtures, Cul Camp, Lotto

Under 14s:
        “It’s a shame there has to be a winner” said one spectator at the recent Carbery Rangers v. Bantry Blues Rebel Óg West Region semi-final and how true for this cracker of a match between two highly competitive sides. From the first breaking ball Carbery Rangers’ Brian Callanan burst forth and in an impressive series of passes there was a lovely point from corner forward David O Donovan to put the Rangers first on the scoreboard to be followed shortly by another Ross point from O Donovan again. Bantry had a shot blocked by the able Cian Daly and a lovely interplay of football between Cathal O’ Rourke and Maurice Allshire put the score at 0-3 for Carbery Rangers. Bantry Blues, physically much bigger, were reeling with the shock for the first twenty minutes but soon knocked over their first point. Rangers’ Jack O Donoghue was proving to be a brick wall for the Blues forwards, and cleared a number of potentially dangerous balls throughout the game. Brian Callanan gave a great effort at goal only to be blocked by the Blues goalie, who wouldn’t have looked out of place in a Minor team.  Carbery Rangers had some great interplay between Cathal O Rourke and Sean Gordon but again the goalie was not making it easy, even saving two points in the game. On the other side of the field, Bantry took their own goal despite the best efforts of goalie Shane O’ Sullivan. Carbery Rangers’ Stephen O Donoghue, a reliable and hard working forward throughout the match, scored a cool point to make the scoreline 1-3 to Carbery Rangers 0 –5 at half time. 
         In the second half, Carbery rangers kept up an impressive play of football with opening points from the ever solid Cathal O Rourke and the highly impressive Brian Callanan. Goalie Shane O Sullivan himself made a few cool saves to keep the match level all the way. Solid displays from Robert Hegarty, now in mid field and  Ian Lawlor-O Donovan with some great blocks from corner backs Brian O Sullivan and Michéal O Mahony, kept it level all the way.  In the closing minutes, it seemed as if the Rangers could pull off a sneaky victory as substitute Mark Hodnett just skimmed the post. 
         With the scores level, and both sides fighting tooth and nail to secure the win, the closing minutes were exciting to watch. Carbery Rangers goalie Shane O Sullivan held his nerve with a great save to end the match with a draw and certainly the fairest result for the night. With the two sides meeting again shortly, it really is a shame to have a winner! Final Score: Carbery Rangers 0-9 to Bantry Blues 1-6TEAM: Shane O Sullivan, Michéal O Mahony, Jack O Donoghue, Brian O Sullivan, Sean Gordon, Robert Hegarty, Ian Lawlor O Donovan, Cathal O Rourke, Cian Daly, Brian Callanan, Danny Reynolds, Kieran Vickery, Stephen O Donoghue, Maurice Allshire and David O Donovan SUBS: Mark Hodnett, Adam O Mahony

Minors
         Carbery Rangers Minors bowed out of the Premier Two minor football championship on Sunday evening last when they took on Castlelyons. Ross were dealt a blow after only forty three seconds when Castlelyons had the ball in the back of the net right after throw in. Gearoid O Brien got Ross on the score board with a appoint after three minutes only for Castlelyons to do likewise at the other end of the field. Thomas O Rourke, who had his hands full in midfield, scored two well taken points to reduce the deficit to just one point. Castlelyons added two more from play in the space of a minute before Tadhg O Mahony and Sean O Regan got on the scoreboard with points of their own. Castlelyons went in at half time leading 1-4 to 0-5.
 From the restart Carbery Rangers started to stamp their authority on the game when Tadhg O Mahony who was now being very influential in the Ross forward line scored two points which was soon followed by another from Sean O Regan. This put Ross in the lead for the first time. Castlelyons’ first score of the second half came in the forty fifth minute when they got their second goal of the game. Ross’ reply was a free from Sean O Regan but Castlelyons upped their game again and added two more points before once again Tadhg O Mahony pointed for Carbery Rangers, which was to be their last score of the game. Castlelyons scored a  further two points in injury time winning out on a final score of Carbery Ranger 0-10 to Castlelyons 2-8.
         In preparation for the Senior Championship fixed against Ballincollig on this Sunday night the 7th August, in Kilmichael at 730pm, Carbery Rangers recorded a hard earned two point win over Ilen Rovers in a recent Kelleher Shield fixture.

FIXTURES:
         The Junior Fours meet St Colum’s in Kealkil at 7pm on this Saturday 6th August in a league game. Their championship quarter final is against St Oliver Plunkett’s on Tuesday August 16th in Ahiohill at 730pm.
Carbery Rangers hold their annual Cúl Camp this week where over 120 boys and girls will enjoy top class coaching for the week.

LOTTO:
        There was no winner of this week’s Lotto jackpot. Numbers drawn were 1, 6 and 34. The 50 euro winner was Pat O Sullivan, Burgatia, 30 euro goes to Greg O Donovan, Downeen and 20 euro to Loretta Daly, Ardagh. The next lotto jackpot is 3000 euro and will take place in the Nolans’ Bar on Monday 15th August.

02/08/2011
Senior, Junior, Cork Minor, U12, U16, U14
          On Saturday next the senior team play Clonakilty in the quarter final of the championship in Clonakilty at 6.30pm. 
         On Monday the junior team will play Carrigtwohill in the next round of the championship in Ross. 
         Congratulations to the Cork Minor team who beat Dublin in the All Ireland Final on Monday. Ross had three players on the panel where Tara Maguire scored 3-01, Grainne O'Sullivan played corner back and Niamh O'Brien was a substitute. 
         The U12 girls lost to Kinsale, U14 b team lost to Clonakilty and the U16's drew with Clonakilty.
 On Wednesday next, the U16 play Valley Rovers, on Thursday 4th August the U14's play Beara and on Wednesday 10th August the U14's play Valley Rovers.

09/08/2011
Senior U14,U10,Lotto

Senior
        Carbery Rangers were in Senior Championship action on Sunday evening last when they played Ballincollig in the fourth round. This was a first outing in the Championship since May the 6th when they defeated Ilen Rovers, but the wait was worth it.  On a wet surface Ross were off the mark after three minutes with a point from Michéal O’Sullivan, then Seamus Hayes added another soon after. Ballincollig’s  first and only score of the half came from a free in the twelve minute. Hayes pointed again with a lovely score from the outside of the boot before Kevin Mac Mahon burst through the middle of the Ballincollig’s defence to leave Ross ahead by three. John Hayes had the final say of the half when he pointed a free just before the whistle sounded.  Full marks to the Ross lads for only conceding one score in all of the half, this is surely some fete for senior football when you consider their was no wind what so ever.  Seamus Hayes pointed two minutes after the restart, before Ballincollig had two of their own. John Hayes popped up with his second of the game, then a point each inside a minute left Ross leading by four. Again Seamus Hayes stretched the Ross lead to five, before Ballincollig got the only goal near the end to leave only two between the sides. Ross saw out the remaining time to progress on to the quarter-finals. This was a great team performance built on the hard work done on the training ground. Well done to all involved. TEAM Maurice Moloney, Michéal Kelly, Michael Mennis, Sean Hayes, Stephan Murray, Kevin Mac Mahon, Padraig Hodnett, Michéal O’Sullivan, Brian Shanahan, James Fitzpatrick, John O’Rourke, Alan Jennings, Declan Hayes, Seamus Hayes, John Hayes.Subs: Niall Hayes, Padraig Hicks.
UNDER 14’S REPLAY:
Carbery Rangers took on Bantry Blues in the replay of the Under 14 Rebel Óg West Region semi-final last week and as with the previous game, it proved another cracker of a match. Carbery Rangers stormed into a lead with great points from Cathal O Rourke (2) and David O Donovan leaving the score line 0-3 to Rangers after 12 minutes. Bantry replied with a point despite great efforts from the hard-working Rangers backline of Jack O Donoghue, Kieran Vickery and Robert Hegarty. Rangers’ Forward Brian Callanan knocked over a well taken point following some great team work by the Carbery Rangers and at the other end of the filed, the Rangers goalie made some excellent saves.  But Bantry’s obvious physical advantage was making it difficult, and left the score line at half time 1-5 to Bantry’s 3-4.
 The second half saw Rangers open with another great free by Cathal O’ Rourke only for Bantry to answer with a point of their own. A penalty had Rangers face the might of the Blues’ goalie but O Rourke showed great foresight to watch the rebound, making it 2-5 to 3-5. Rangers’ goalie Shane O’ Sullivan pulled off another save and Rangers went up the field to get another point. Great work from Robert Hegarty, Jack O’ Donoghue Brian O’ Sullivan, Michéal O’ Mahony & Kieran Vickery were making it challenging for the Bantry team but they had enough done to win the game by a goal with a score line of Carbery Rangers 2-7 to Bantry Blues 3-7. Despite the defeat, these young Carbery Rangers should be extremely proud of their display of football in these two matches against a much bigger and physical side in the Blues. Their performances showed consistent team work throughout and hails a bright future for Carbery Rangers’ football.TEAM: Shane O’ Sullivan, Michéal O Mahony, Jack O’ Donoghue, Brian O’ Sullivan, Sean Gordon, Robert Hegarty, Ian Lawlor O’ Donovan, Cathal O’ Rourke, Cian Daly, Brian Callanan, Danny Reynolds, Kieran Vickery, Jack Christy, Maurice Allshire and David O’ Donovan. SUBS: Mark Hodnett, Stephen O Donoghue.
UNDER 10 FOOTBALL
Carbery Rangers young footballers retained the Joe O’Regan Memorial Cup recently when they defeated Castlehaven in what turned out to be a cracking contest between the future footballers of these clubs. Carbery Rangers winning out by 4-4 to Castlehaven’s 2-4.Caheragh and Ilen Rovers were the defeated semi-finalists and they played off for the McKenna-O’ Donoghue Cup with Caheragh winning this.    
LOTTO:
Carbery Rangers Lotto will take place next Monday 15th August in Nolans’ Bar with a jackpot of 3000 euro and tickets can be purchased from any club member or online at www.carberyrangers.ie

17/08/2011
U16,U13,U14, Sport's Wear,Lotto.

Under 16s
        Carbery Rangers Under 16 hurlers were defeated in the Championship By Skibbereen last week. This game was played in very wet and windy conditions and this made it a difficult game for all. Skibbereen got the important scores in the first half and were leading at half-time 2-1 to 0-2. Tadgh O’ Mahony was doing his very best with four points of his own to keep Ross in contention but Skibb were able to keep the lead when they added a goal and four points in the second half, winning out on a final score of Carbery Rangers 0-7 to Skibbereen 3-5.
Under 13s
        The Under 13 hurlers were defeated by Dohenys in the semi final of their Championship on Thursday night last going down by six points.
Under 14s
        The Under 14 footballers were back in league action over the weekend and had another hard fought game by neighbours Kilmeen losing narrowly by two points. These young footballers are in action this weekend when they take on Newcestown also in the League.
Sports Wear:
        A limited number of Carbery Rangers Leisure Wear, Polo shirts, Hoddies, Rain Jackets and windcheaters, for youths & adults, as well as club Jersey’s Shorts & Socks for children, will be on sale from the Clubhouse in Ardagh on Friday 19th of August between 7.30 & 9.00pm.
Lotto:
        There was no winner of this week’s Lotto. Numbers drawn were 17 19 30. The €50 goes to Eoghan Collins Barley Hill. €30 to Alan o Neill Roury  and €20 to Don on  phone contact. Next weeks Club Lotto takes place in the Celtic Ross Hotel with a jackpot of €3200

06/09/2011
Senior, Junior, Fixtures.

Senior Football
Carbery Rangers and Newcestown must meet again after they played out an exciting draw in the Quarter-Final of the Senior football Championship on Saturday last. Ross was quicker to settle and after ten minutes were leading by three points, these scores coming from John Hayes, John O’Rourke and Brian Shanahan.
 At the twenty minute point Ross lead by 0-5 to 0-2 but Newcestown finished the half stronger with four unanswered scores to leave them ahead at the break 0-6 to 0-5.The second half was to be a very closely contested thirty minutes. Brian Shanahan leveled the game straight from the restart, then James Fitzpatrick kicked a great free to put Ross one up. In the forty minute Newcestown scored the only goal of the game, but two points by John Hayes who was now turning on the style leveled it again. Points were exchanged to leave the score 0-10 to 1-7 the Ross score coming from the very impressive Micheal O’Sullivan. Declan Hayes was unlucky not to goal for Ross when he went on a solo run and his powerful shot coming back off the Newcestown crossbar. 
         With one minute of normal time left Newcestown inched ahead by a point, but this Ross team has been through the mill over the years and knew that their was plenty of time to level it again.  Then six minutes into  injury time Ross were awarded a free near the forty-Five meter line and up came the ever cool John Hayes to score and send the game to a replay, this free will live long in the memory of those at the game as this was what you call a pressure kick. FINAL SCORE Carbery Rangers 0-12 Newcestown 1-9.
JUNIOR FOUR FOOTBALL
        Carbery Rangers were defeated by Castlehaven in the Semi-Final of the Championship on Thursday night last. Ross made the better start to the game and was 1-1 up after six minutes. Castlehaven came more into after a poor start and scored 1-3 with out reply. Points from Ivan Jennings and two forty-fives converted by goalkeeper Paul Shanahan helped Ross back in front at half-time by 1-4 to Castlehaven 1-3. Noel O’Donovan added a point from the first Ross attack of the second half, but the Haven got themselves back in the game with a goal and three points with out reply. Conor McMcarthy, who on the night along with Paul Shanahan were Ross’ best on view, pointed two frees to keep them in it. Castlehaven finished with two more scores to win out on a final score line of Carbery Rangers 1-8 Castlehaven 2-8.
TEAM Paul Shanahan, Niall Fitzpatrick, Sam Dignan, Joseph O’Sullivan, David Flavin, Ivan Jennings, Eamon O’Mahony, Mike Walsh, Conor Mc Carthy, Cathal Prendergast, Geoff Wycherley, Daniel Kelly, Brian Hayes, Sean Dignan, Noel O’Donovan.  SUBS: Philip Moore, Barry O’Hea, Padraig O’Donovan, Vincent Hodnett.

FIXTURES
The under 16s are in Championship action on this Friday evening the 9th at 6.30pm in Skibbereen against Kilmacabea. The Senior Replay v. Newcestown has been fixed for 5.30pm in Clonakilty on Saturday next.

06/09/2011
U12,U16,Senior.
 Well done to the U12 girls who won the West Cork league final against Kinsale. This was a very exciting close game of football that could have gone either way. The young girls had to fight hard yet again in the county quarter final last Saturday morning, where they narrowly defeated Inch Rovers. They will now play Nemo Rangers in the county semi-final on Saturday at 12, there is no venue yet.
Team; N Collins, J Roycroft, E Perkins, A Whooley, G Deasy, A O'Donovan, E Bateman, M Nagle, S Gordan, R O'Driscoll, E O'Donovan, K O'Donovan, K Cronin, A Santry, A Freeman. Subs; M O'Sullivan, S Daly, G O'Sullivan.
 On Sunday evening last the U16 girls beat Valley Rovers in the league final. With a strong wind in the first half, the Rosscarbery girls got a great lead and were in control for the whole game.
Team; N Hayes, G Hodnett, C Maguire, A O'Callaghan, S Lane, N O'Sullivan(captain), C O'Rourke, L Nolan, F O'Sullivan, C Cooke, S O'Donovan, A Madden, B O'Driscoll, N Hayes, I Tobin. Subs; S Hill, J O'Regan, B Hodnett, O O'Callaghan.
The Senior players and management were very disappointed to learn late on Sunday night their game against Liscarroll in the Senior B Championship quarter final was called off. No new fixtures has been made for this game.

13/09/2011
Senior,Under 16, Junior, James Nagle, U12.

        Carbery Rangers and Newcestown met in the replay of the Senior Championship on Saturday last, and this time around the Ross’ lads made sure of their place in the semi-final for the second consecutive year. Playing with the aid of a very strong wind in the first half  Ross led at the mid way stage by 0-5 to 0-1, the Ross scores coming from Brian Shanahan [2],who was to have a fine outing John Hayes [2] and John O’Rourke[1] all coming from play. James Fitzpatrick along with his midfield partner Michael O’Sullivan were now in control of the middle of the pitch then pointed a free from the side line. Two late scores by John Hayes saw Ross go in leading at the break by seven points.
 From the restart Newcestown were first to score in the 32 minute, only for James Fitzpatrick to kick a great point against the wind to put Ross up by seven again. Newcestown were now throwing everything to try and reduce the Ross lead and did so with three points in a row. John Hayes had another point to keep Ross that bit ahead all day. It was always going to be tough against the wind but with the Ross backs working very hard to limit the threat from the Newcestown Forwards, and Alan Jennings who was having his best outing so far and John O’Rourke along with the rest of the forwards finished the stronger of the teams.
 Hayes again had the final say this week when he pointed his six score of the game to send Carbery Rangers through to a semi-final against neighbours Castlehaven. This is fixed for Saturday the 24th of September at 8pm in Pairc Ui Rinn. Well done to the host club for making sure everything went to plan on the day.

UNDER 16
 Carbery Rangers U16 footballers were beaten by Kilmacabea in the Quarter-final on Friday evening in very wet conditions. Ross led at half time by 1-3 to 0-5, the scores coming from Matt O’ Brien who hit the back of the net after three minutes and Tim O’Donoghue who scored three well taken points. Kilmacabea were to gain control of the game in the second half and ended up winning by seven points. TEAM: Shane O’Sullivan, Brian O’Donovan, Damien  O’Brien, Cian Daly, Eoghan Collins, Patrick McCarthy, Cathal O’Rourke, Tadhg O’Mahony, Tim O’Donoghue, William Allshire, Matt O’Brien, Daniel Hodnett, Jerry O’Riordan, Robert Hegarty, John Hodnett,
SUBS  Micheal O’Mahony, Maurice Allshire.

JUNIOR ONE
 The Junior one footballers were defeated by Clonakilty on Sunday afternoon last. Clon led at half time by 1-5 to 0-2. Ross picked up their game in the second half but still went down on a final score of Carbery Rangers 1-8 Clonakilty 2-10. 

 The club would like to send on its best wishes and Congratulations to James Nagle of Rosscarbery who won the All-Ireland bowling in Mayo over the weekend. Well done James.

UNDER 12S
 The young footballers of Ross beat the Dohenys in a Festival tournament over the weekend and after the game Carbery Rangers captain Mark Hodnett was presented with the well earned Cup.

LOTTO
 We had no winner of this week’s lotto; the numbers drawn were 2, 19 and 22. The €50 goes to Donal Harte, Burgatia, €30 to Stephen Murray, Ross and €20 Michael white, Froe. Next week’s jackpot is €4000 and the draw will take place in O’ Driscoll’s Bar, Reenascreena.        

20/09/2011
U12 Foundation Course.

 UNDER 12S
         The young footballers of Ross beat the Dohenys in a Festival tournament and after the game Carbery Rangers captain Mark Hodnett was presented with the well earned Cup.

Upcoming Foundation Coaching Course
         There is a Foundation Coaching Course organised for Friday 23rd September 7pm to 10pm and Saturday 24th September 10am to 4pm in Clondrohid.  This course is open to coaches from all clubs in Cork.  The Foundation Course in the first step on the coach education ladder.  All coaches, weather experienced or just starting out, will benefit from doing the Foundation Course.  Coaches have to complete their Foundation Course before they can move onto do their Award 1, Award 2 etc.  If you are interested in taking part in the course please contact 086 7725372  or emailmartin.coleman.gda.cork@gaa.ie to receive an application form.  The course is €20 per person.  Payment is to be made when the course is being booked and sent back with the application form.  The course has to be paid for in advance to secure your place on the course.   Places are limited so the course will be filled on a first come first served basis so book early to avoid disappointment.

20/09/2011
Senior, Tickets, U12, U16, U14
 Congratulations to Áine Hayes who was part of the Senior B panel on winning the Aisling Mc Ging Memorial Cup in the All-Ireland final last weekend. Best wishes to Laura Mac Mahon and the Cork senior team in the All-Ireland Final next Sunday.

        Anyone with County Board tickets are asked to please return them next weekend.

        The U12 girls were very disappointed when they lost against Nemo in the Semi final. The U16 girls also lost against Mournabbey in the county quarter final. On Sunday last the Minor girls had a convincing win over Kinsale. On Saturday next the U14 girls are playing Valley Rovers in the Summer League Final at 1pm in a venue yet to be decided.

27/09/2011
Senior, U13, T J O'Mahony, Lotto

        Carbery Rangers senior Footballers traveled to Pairc Ui Rinn on Saturday night last to play Castlehaven in the County semi-Final. Everyone went expecting a close game but this was not to be. Castlehaven were first to settle into the game and at the end of the first quarter found themselves 1-5 to the good. There were to be no scores again until injury time when Brian Shanahan pointed for Ross and the Haven replied  with a point of their own on the blow of the half-time whistle. It was always going to be a tough ask to come back from eight points down, but Ross kept at it and some well taken points by John Hayes [3] and wing back Stephen Murray saw them try and get in touch with the Haven. 
         But in truth this night belonged to Castlehaven who played some very good football and were truly well deserved winners on the night. Carbery Rangers sends on its congratulations to the Haven lads and mentors and wish them the very best of luck in the County final. Thanks also to all the Ross players and mentors for all the time and commitment they have given during the year, and all though Saturday night was not our night it must not be forgotten that they have given us so many good days out not only this year but for many years. There is no doubt, but we have not seen the last of this team.

UNDER 13
The under 13 Footballers are through to there fourth final of the year when they defeated Clonakilty in the semi-final of the cup last week. Having defeated Kilmeen in the last round it was always going to be a hard task to win this one, but these young lads have been playing so well all year they were eager to continue the high standard they have set for themselves. Playing with the wind in the first half Ross got off to a great start and made the most of that wind when Mark Hodnett, John Hodnett and Darragh Hayes scored early points. Then goals by Jack Maguire and Mark Hodnett again helped Ross into a half time lead of 2-10 to Clonakilty’s 0-3.After the restart Cathal Hennessy made a great save, before Clon had a goal and a few points to keep them in touch. Then a very well worked goal by the Ross forwards was then finished to the back of the Clon net by the impressive Aaron O’Flynn who was now playing at full-forward. Ross finished the stronger even against the wind and ended up winning on a final score of Carbery Rangers 3-13 Clonakilty 2-7.Ross will now play the winners of Dohenys or Castlehaven in the final. TEAM; Cathal Hennessy, Chris Prendergast, Ciaran Prendergast, Cathal O’Driscoll, Adam O’Mahony, Maurice Allshire, Cal Keane, Robert Hegarty, Sean Gordon, John Hodnett, Mark Hodnett, Aaron O’Flynn, Jack Maguire, Stephen O’Donoghue, Darragh Hayes.
SUBS John O’Brien, Patrick Hurley.

        The Club would hope to see as many of their members as possible in Rosscarbery on this Saturday at 3pm to unveil the plaque to Timothy Jerome O’Mahony and will be conducted by guest of honour, legendary sports commentator Micheál Ó Muircheartaigh.  The family-focused event will include music and Irish dancing in the town square and the First Annual Memorial Steam Engine 5km Run (3 miles), twice around the lagoon in Rosscarbery, after the plaque unveiling. It is interesting to note that O’ Mahony was also Carbery Rangers’ first Club secretary.

LOTTO
        There was no winner of this week’s Lotto. Numbers drawn were 9, 11 and 27. €50 euro to Mike Keohane, €30 to Mike Nagle Warren Road, and €20 Jonathan O Mahony Bohonagh. Next week’s draw for €4400 will take place in the Pike Bar. Tickets can be purchased from any club member or online at www.carberyrangers.ie

01/10/2011
Results of the Rosscarbery 5k 2011

Results of the Rosscarbery 5k 2011

Bib No

Pos.

Name

Club/Area

Cat.

Time

Pace/M

65

1

WAUGH, George

Bandon

M

0:16:22

0:05:16

17

2

MURPHY, Tim

Togher

M

0:16:48

0:05:24

66

3

O' DONOVAN, Eamonn

Bandon

M

0:17:01

0:05:29

16

4

COLLINS, John

Drinagh

M

0:17:13

0:05:32

33

5

O'ROURKE, Shane

Bandon AC

M

0:17:30

0:05:38

34

6

DUNNE, Michael

St. Finbarrs

M

0:17:42

0:05:42

40

7

MCCARTHY, Padraig

Rosscarbery

M

0:18:25

0:05:56

92

8

CARLEY, Ronan

Bandon

M

0:18:37

0:06:00

81

9

O'REILLY, Liam

Bandon

M

0:18:48

0:06:03

35

10

O'SULLIVAN, Diarmuid

Clonakility

M

0:18:59

0:06:07

67

11

ALLIS, Sean

Clonakilty

M

0:19:14

0:06:11

57

12

O'SULLIVAN, Joe

Bandon

M

0:19:17

0:06:12

74

13

ALLCUT, Tim

Rosscarbery

M

0:19:50

0:06:23

25

14

RELIHAN, Gary

Eagle AC

S

0:20:17

0:06:32

50

15

LYNCH,Anthony

Bandon

M

0:20:21

0:06:33

62

16

CARROLL, Pat

Clonakilty

M

0:20:26

0:06:35

106

17

CROWLEY, Shane

Skibbereen

M

0:20:32

0:06:37

114

18

HEALY, Michael

Skibbereen

M

0:20:40

0:06:39

12

19

O BRIEN, Patrick

Dunmanway

M

0:20:48

0:06:42

108

20

KNOWLES, Eddie

Clonakility

M

0:21:29

0:06:55

80

21

MURPHY, John

Rosscarbery

M

0:21:43

0:06:59

113

22

CROWLEY, Rachel

Bandon

F

0:22:00

0:07:05

110

23

MURPHY, Robert

Clonakilty

M

0:22:03

0:07:06

63

24

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11/10/2011
U13,Mass,Collection,Lotto

        Carbery Rangers under 13 footballers played  Sam Maguires in the newly formed West Cork cup Final on Saturday last in Ballineen. The Dunmanway lads got off to the better start and used the extra strength that they had over Ross to good effect.   At the mid way stage of the half Sam Maguires led by 1-5 to Ross’ 1-1, the Ross goal coming from midfielder Sean Gordon. By half time Sam Maguires were leading by 1-10 to 1-2.
 In the second half the Ross lads did their best to make a game of it, and goals from John Hodnett and Robert Hegarty helped to reduce the lead but it was not to be enough and Sam Maguires ran out winners on a final score line of Carbery Rangers 3-4 Sam Maguires 2-15. These young footballers were very disappointed after the game but will pick themselves up for the league final against Castlehaven which will be played in the coming weeks.TEAM, Cathal Hennessy, Chris Prendergast, Ciaran Prendergast, Cathal O’Driscoll, Adam O’ Mahony, Maurice Allshire, Cal Keane, Robert Hegarty, Sean Gordon, John Hodnett, Stephen O’ Donoghue, Patrick Hurley, Jack Maguire, Aaron O’Flynn, Darragh Hayes.SUBS; Aaron Harte, Peter og Hill, John O’Brien, Shane McCarthy.

         The under 13 hurlers are due to play Kilbrittan in the league final over the weekend and you are asked to check locally for venue and time.
        On Sunday morning next the 11.30am Mass in Rosscarbery Parish Church will be for the deceased members of the Carbery Rangers club. 
         Carbery Rangers held their Annual collection at Masses in Rosscarbery and Lisavaird Church over the weekend and will take it up at Carrigfada Church in the coming weeks.  The club would like to thank everyone for their generous contribution in these tough times.

LOTTO
         There was no winner of the Carbery Rangers Club Lotto this week. Numbers drawn were 1, 28 and 32. €50 Mary O Callaghan, Barley Hill, €30 Julia Hayes, Froe and €20 Seanie Collins Burgatia. Next draw will take place in the Abbey Bar for a jackpot of €4800. Tickets can be purchased from any club member or online at www.carberyrangers.

18/10/2011
U13,Collection,Lotto.

         Carbery Rangers under 13 footballers played  Sam Maguires in the newly formed West Cork cup Final recently in Ballineen. The Dunmanway lads got off to the better start and used the extra strength that they had over Ross to good effect.   At the mid way stage of the half Sam Maguires led by 1-5 to Ross’ 1-1, the Ross goal coming from midfielder Sean Gordon. By half time Sam maguires were leading by 1-10 to 1-2.
 In the second half the Ross lads did their best to make a game of it, and goals from John Hodnett and Robert Hegarty helped to reduce the lead but it was not to be enough and Sam Maguires ran out winners on a final score line of Carbery Rangers 3-4 Sam Maguires 2-15. These young footballers were very disappointed after the game but will pick themselves up for the league final against Castlehaven which will be played in the coming weeks.TEAM, Cathal Hennessy, Chris Prendergast, Ciaran Prendergast, Cathal O’Driscoll, Adam O’Mahony, Maurice Allshire,Cal Keane, Robert Hegarty, Sean Gordon, John Hodnett, Stephen O’Donoghue, Patrick Hurley, Jack Maguire, Aaron O’Flynn, Darragh Hayes.SUBS; Aaron Harte, Peter og Hill, John O’Brien, Shane McCarthy.

 On Sunday morning last Carbery Rangers U13 hurlers took on Kilbrittain in the league final in Clonakilty. The sides had met before this year and another close encounter was expected.Sean Gordon was first on the score board with an excellent point and Darren Hayes drilled in a great goal to put the Rangers ahead, however Kilbrittain struck back with a goal and 2 points.No quarter was asked or given as both sides traded scores , Robert Hegarty blasted in 2 goals to put Ross in command but Kilbrittain struck back to leave the minimum between the sides at the short whistle.
         In the second half both sides found scores hard to come by until Eamonn Shanahan got a point and man of the match centre back John Hodnett landed a 65 to stretch the lead. Sean Gordan scored a point but Kilbrittain took the lead again with a goal and 2 points to leave both sets of supporters in a frenzy.
 Super sub Darragh Hayes scored a cracker of a goal to put the Rangers ahead by 2 points with time almost up. The last few minutes and injury time seemed like an eternity but when Donie McCarthy blew the final whistle Ross had won on a score of 4 - 04 to 3 - 05.  Fachtna McCarthy Bord na nÓg presented the plaque to Rangers captain Adam O' Mahony. Team: Ciaran Prendergast, Jack Maguire, Adam O' Mahony, Christopher Prendergast, Mark Hodnett, John Hodnett, James O' Riordan, Sean Gordan, Robert Hegarty, Cathal Hennessy, Stephen O'Donoghue, Arron O'Flynn, Darren Hayes, Maurice Allshire, Eamonn Shanahan. Subs Darragh Hayes, Patrick Hurley, John O' Brien, Brian Hegarty, Peter Og Hill, Cian O' Sullivan. 

         Carbery Rangers held their Annual collection at Masses in Rosscarbery and Lisavaird Church recently and will take it up at Carrigfada Church in the coming weeks, the club would like to thank everyone for their generous contribution.

LOTTO
        We had no winner of this weeks lotto, the numbers drawn were   8, 10 and 14.                    50 Euro goes to   Alan Ronan, Maul 30 Euro to Eileen Hayes, Clonakilty  and 20 Euro   to Caoimhe Calnan, Rosscarbery. Next week’s draw is for a jackpot of €5000 and will take place on Monday night in Nolans Bar.  Tickets available online at www.carberyrangers.ie

26/10/2011
AGM,U14.Fixtures,Lotto.

             The Annual General Meeting of the Carbery Rangers GAA club will be held on Saturday 19th  November in the Celtic Ross Hotel at 7.30pm. Nominations welcome for all positions on the Executive Committee to be submitted in writing to Club Secretary Brendan O Sullivan, Lower Froe, Roscarbery by no later than Friday the 4th November.

U14 LEAGUE CHAMPIONS:
        Last Sunday morning Carbery Rangers U14 hurlers travelled to Clonakilty to take on Barryroe in the league final. It was the third occasion these sides had met and with a win each a close encounter was expected. Unfortunately the weather was horrible but the pitch held up very well to the conditions.
From the throw in Ross raced into a 4 point lead with scores from Cathal O’ Rourke, Robert Hegarty, Sean Gordon and Brian Callanan. Barryroe pulled 2 back but Robert Hegarty blasted a goal and  a point to put the Ross lads in command. The half back line of Edmond Beese , Jack O’Donoghue and Adam O’Mahony were in control and snuffed out the opposition attack. Both sides landed points as the game approached half time, and when ref Michael Collins blew for half time Ross had a lead of 1.06/ 0.04 .
On the restart Barryroe put on great pressure but the Ross full back line of Cian Daly, and John Hodnett were outstanding and David O’ Donovan in goal had little to do. Cathal O’ Rourke drilled in a great goal and Sean Gordon put over 3 points (2 frees) to stretch the lead. Michael O’Mahony worked hard on the edge of the square and on the 17 minute Danny Reynolds popped up to score a goal from close range. Some astute changes from the Ross side line yielded dividends and super sub Cathal Hennessy cracked in a goal and a point to seal victory. Final score Ross 4-10 Barryroe 0-05 . Fachtna Mc Carthy of Bord na nOg presented the plaque to captain Danny Reynolds. Subs Cian O Hea, Brian O’ Sullivan, Ciaran Prendergast, Stephen O’ Donoghue, Christopher Prendergast.

FIXTURES:
        The Kelleher Shield Final between Carbery Rangers and Castlehaven is fixed for this Thursday night in Dunmanway at 8pm.

LOTTO
        We had no winner of this weeks lotto, the numbers drawn were 8,13 and 16.                50 Euro to Sean O Neil, Froe.   30 Euro to Niall Sheehy Baltimore & 20 Euro  to Sean Murphy Ardagh. Next weeks’ Lotto is an impressive 5200 euro and the draw will take place in the Celtic Ross Hotel. Tickets can be purchased from any club member or online at www.carberyrangers.ie

29/10/2011
Kelleher Shield Final

Carbery Rangers 3-8 Castlehaven 1-11
        CARBERY Rangers claimed the silverware in dramatic fashion in Dunmanway last night when a 1-1 injury-time blast turned the tables on their championship conquerors Castlehaven in the Cork SFL Division 1 (Kelleher Shield) final.
        Castlehaven looked on course entering injury-time but after Brian Hurley saw his effort from a tricky free strike the woodwork, Carbery Rangers surged downfield and won a free 35 yards from goal. John Hayes swung in his shot but the ball cannoned against the upright and in a frenzied goalmouth scramble, sub Michael Mennis booted to the net.

        Carbery Rangers protected and after Castlehaven midfielder Sean Dineen was sent-off for a second bookable offence, John Hayes capped their victory when he popped over a 65th minute free. It was a sweet success for Carbery Rangers, convincingly defeated by their opponents in last month’s county semi-final. In contrast, Castlehaven were forced to absorb another sickening final defeat, 11 days after their championship decider loss to UCC.

        On a bitterly cold night this was a full-blooded contest as referee Michael Collins dished out 12 yellow cards – nine to Castlehaven and three to Carbery Rangers – over the hour.

        The physical tone of the game was set in the early stages but it was Carbery Rangers who were first on the scoreboard when John Hayes got the vital touch to divert a long ball from Alan Jennings into the net. There was some confusion as to whether the ball had gone wide or crept into the bottom corner but Collins and his umpires adjudged it was a goal after consultation.

        Yet Castlehaven weathered that early storm and bounced back impressively. Mark Collins, Seanie Cahalane and Brian Hurley were in terrific form in attack, conjuring up 1-3 between them by the 16th minute. Hurley grabbed the goal when he slammed a shot to the roof of the net after Collins’ attempt from a free came back off the post.

        Scorers were scarce for Carbery in the first-half but they grabbed another goal in the 27th minute when a John Hayes ‘45 was flicked to the net by James Fitzpatrick to draw level. Points by Collins and Hurley restored Castlehaven’s advantage before the break and their supremacy was reflected in their 1-5 to 2-0 interval lead.

        The second-half was a more open and enterprising affair with Castlehaven making the initial break as they moved into a 1-8 to 2-1 lead when Damien Cahalane knocked over a superb point in the 38th minute. However, Carbery Rangers neverwilted with John Hayes reeling off three points in succession before an outstanding score by Fitzpatrick levelled the game.

        The closing quarter was frenetic as the teams scrapped ferociously for the spoils. A fine brace from Collins nudged Castlehaven ahead but Seamus Hayes and Fitzpatrick displayed the composure to tie the game with precise kicks. Then an excellent left-footed point by Castlehaven’s Seanie Cahalane looked to be the winning score in the 58th minute but Carbery Rangers pounced for crucial scores in injury-time.

Scorers for Carbery Rangers: J Hayes 1-5 (0-4f), J Fitzpatrick 1-2, M Mennis 1-0, S Hayes 0-1.

Castlehaven: M Collins 0-6 (0-2f), B Hurley 1-2, S Cahalane 0-2, D Cahalane 0-1.

CARBERY RANGERS: M Moloney; M Kelly, M O’Donovan; S Hayes; S Murray, K McMahon, J Murphy; M O’Sullivan, A Jennings; P Hodnett, J Fitzpatrick, B Shanahan; J Hayes, J O’Rourke, S Hayes.

Subs: P Hicks for Hodnett (34), T O’Rourke for O’Donovan (45), D Hayes for Jennings (53), M Mennis for Murphy (55), Murphy for Fitzpatrick (inj) (60).

CASTLEHAVEN: B O’Donoghue; M Dineen, L Collins, T O’Leary; C Hayes, D Cahalane, M Cahalane; S Dineen, D Hurley; A Cahalane, M Collins, D Burns; B Hurley, S Cahalane, B Collins.

Subs: R Whelton for D Hurley (inj) (11), D Hegarty for A Cahalane (57), S Hurley for Burns (57).

Referee: Michael Collins (Clonakilty).

01/11/2011
Kelleher Shield,U13,Minor, Agm, Lotto

        It was a busy week on the playing front for the club with two league finals and a semi – final played. First up were the Seniors when they took on Castlehaven in the Kelleher Shield final. This was the third meeting of the year between these two teams, with one win a piece thus far.  The Ross lads were first to score when a long ball by Alan Jennings was punched to the net by John Hayes after seven minutes. Castlehaven had the better of the scoring for the next quarter of the game when they got 1 - 3 with out reply. Then James Fitzpatrick had a second goal for Ross when he also punched the ball into the Haven net in the 26th minute which left the Haven leading at the break by two points.
        The second half had plenty to keep the supporters on their toes, with early points exchanged in the opening minutes of the half. Then the Rangers scored four unanswered points, before Castlehaven went in to a one point lead entering the last few moments of the contest. Ross were awarded a free to level the game but for once John Hayes’ free hit the post only for Michael Mennis to get the rebound and his shot looped over the keeper’s reach and into the back of the net. John Hayes added a point to secure victory and win the Kelleher Shield for the second time in three years. Final Score: Carbery Rangers 3-8 Castlehaven 1-11.

        On Sunday morning the two clubs met again in the Under 13 league final which was a repeat of the championship final from the summer and again goals were to prove vital to the outcome of this game. Ross were first to settle and early goals from Sean Gordon and points from John and Mark Hodnett helped Ross into a lead of 2-3 to 0-4 at half time. Castlehaven started to get more into the game after the break but then mid way through the half Ross went on a goal spree and added four more from Robert Hegarty [2] Peter Og Hill and Sean Gordon.      
        Ross tapped in a few late points from Stephen O Donoghue and John Hodnett to run out convincing winners on a final score of 7 -8 to 1-9. A delighted Cal Keane accepted the League Cup on behalf of the team. This is the 3rd Cup for this impressive team who earlier in the year captured the West Cork and also the County Cup. Medals will be presented to the players in late November.

        The Club then travelled to Castletownkennigh for the Minor League County semi-final against Glanmire. Poor underfoot conditions made it difficult to play any good football and explains a low scoring match. The sides were level at half time with three points each, the Ross scores coming from Sean O’Regan, Thomas O’Rourke and Terry O’Donovan. A goal was always going to be a decisive score and Glanmire were to get it soon after the restart. Credit to the Ross team they continue to work hard but two points from Thomas O’Rourke were not enough to peg back that early second half goal, and Glanmire won out on a final score of
Carbery Rangers 0-5 Glanmire 1-5.

AGM:
        The Annual General Meeting of the Carbery Rangers GAA club will be held on Saturday 19th  November in the Celtic Ross Hotel at 7.30pm. Nominations welcome for all positions on the Executive Committee to be submitted in writing to Club Secretary Brendan O Sullivan, Lower Froe, Rosscarbery by no later than this Friday the 4th November.

LOTTO:
        Congratulations to Margaret O’ Donoghue who scooped the bumper €5200 Lotto prize last week. Numbers drawn were 11, 18 and 20.

08/11/2011
Photos,Scor,Lotto.

       Carbery Rangers GAA Club are looking for any photographs or memorabilia people may have of the major matches the Club has won in the past, in particular in the early years and are aiming to source as many of these as possible for a display in the Club Rooms.  Photographs etc will be returned to you and you can give them to the Club Chairperson Kevin Santry or PRO Mike Keohane.

SCÓR:
 Talent from the Parish is wanted for the Scór competition in Rossmore on Friday November 25th and names of any act or group act can be given to PJ Tobin Frehanes or Michael O’ Sullivan, Burgatia. The Club has always been well represented in Scór through the years and it’s success is  a  tradition the Club would like to continue.

LOTTO:
 The Club Lotto was not won this week. Numbers drawn were 12, 22, and  25.
€50 Tony Hayes Camus   €30 Denis O’Driscoll Dunmanway  and €20 Mike Walsh Rosscarbery . Next week’s draw takes place in the Pike Bar for a jackpot of €1200. Tickets can be bought from any club member ir online at www.carberyrangersgaa.ie

15/11/2011
Agm,Scor,Lotto,Memorabilia.

AGM:
        The Annual General Meeting of the Carbery Rangers GAA club will be held on Saturday 19th  November in the Celtic Ross Hotel at 7.30pm. Nominations welcome for all positions on the Executive Committee to be submitted in writing to Club Secretary Brendan O Sullivan, Lower Froe, Rosscarbery by no later than this Friday the 4th November.

SCÓR:
        Talent from the Parish is wanted for the Scór competition in Rossmore on Friday November 25th and names of any act or group act can be given to PJ Tobin Frehanes or Michael O’ Sullivan, Burgatia. The Club has always been well represented in Scór through the years and it’s success is  a  tradition the Club would like to continue.

LOTTO:
        The Club Lotto was not won this week. Numbers drawn were 8,13 and 15.  The €50 was won by Tim J O Mahony,  €30 to Fr. Vincent Hodnett and €20 to Mark McCarthy.  Next week’s draw takes place in Sam’s Cross Pub for a jackpot of €1400. Tickets can be bought from any club member or online at www.carberyrangersgaa.ie

MEMORABILIA:
        Carbery Rangers GAA Club are looking for any photographs or memorabilia people may have of the major matches the Club has won in the past, in particular in the early years and are aiming to source as many of these as possible for a display in the Club Rooms.  Photographs etc will be returned to you and you can give them to the Club Chairperson Kevin Santry or PRO Mike Keohane.

22/11/2011
Agm,125th,Presentation,Lotto.

Agm.
On Saturday night last Carbery Rangers GAA club held their AGM before a large crowd in the Celtic Ross Hotel. Chairperson Kevin Santry got the meeting under way by thanking all those who helped in the running of the club during the year, which included officers, trainers, selectors,  those who sold lotto tickets or helped in hosting games and all those who contributed in any way in making this past year so successful. This volunteerism is at the heart of Carbery Rangers, ensuring the high standards and excellence within the Club.
         Kevin also appealed for more young people to get involved in the training of teams and in the day to day running of the club which is getting more demanding with every passing year. The Chairperson also  congratulated all the Football and Hurling teams who represented the club during the year especially the Senior team who won the Kelleher Shield final, the under 13 footballers who captured the West Cork and County titles whist also winning the league, and the under 12, 13 and 14 Hurling teams who won their leagues. 
         Then the Secretary Brendan O’Sullivan addressed the meeting by giving a very detailed account of how all teams performed in their competitions. Congratulations were sent to John O’Rourke on winning a Munster under 21 medal with Cork and to James Fitzpatrick and Mike Mennis on winning Sigerson  Cup medals with UCC. Brendan then thanked all who were involved in the running of our main fundraisers like the annual Sports Oracle and the Golf Classic which proved to be very successful for the club. 
         Brendan extended sympathies to all our GAA families who were bereaved throughout the year. He spoke about how well the Summer Camp was and thanked all the coaches for their time that week, also touched on the importance of trying to get more members involved in refereeing while thanking our only referees Leonard Cooke and John Fitzpatrick. The secretary also  acknowledged the input and effort of the Scór committee and congratulated them on their two County titles won during the year.  PRO Mike Keohane was thanked for his coverage of the Club’s activities during the year.
         Club treasurer Seanie Collins then gave an account of the financial statement of the Club where he outlined the high costs of running a Club and the importance of maintaining regular fundraising. He acknowledged the work and efforts of those running the Club’s weekly Lotto competition, in particular Lotto coordinator James Ronan. Seanie finished his report by informing the Club that he would not be seeking re-election as Treasurer and this was a huge disappointment to the Club as Seanie has been Treasurer for the past twelve years where he oversaw the purchase and development the new Ardagh grounds and the development of the Newtown grounds and club rooms.  The Club thanked Seanie for his huge dedication and commitment to  Carbery Rangers and look forward to seeing him back in the Club in a different capacity.
         Moving onto the election of officers and President of Carbery Rangers is Michael O’ Sullivan with Vice President PJ Tobin. Kevin Santry was re-elected Chairperson, Vice Chairperson Michael O Rourke,  Secretary  is James Hubbert, Vice Secretary Brendan O Sullivan, Treasurer Robert Creedon and assistant treasurer Denis Calnan, PRO is Mike Keohane, Registrar Tadhg Murphy, Cultural Officer/ASAP Officer Michael O Sullivan. Patrons continue to be Fr. McCarthy & Dean Peters.

         Carbery Rangers is looking forward to maintaining their formidable record on the playing field for the coming year. Next year is a big year for the Club as on November 10th 2012, Carbery Rangers will celebrate its 125th Anniversary with a Gala Banquet and a weekend of activities for the whole parish to share and celebrate this historic occasion. 

        Presentation of Medals to the successful Under 13 footballers, U12, U13 & 14 Hurling teams  in the Celtic Ross hotel on Friday 2nd December at 7.30pm. Daniel Goulding, Cork Footballer will present the medals.

Lotto:
        This week’s Lotto was not won. Numbers drawn were 6, 7 and 11.  €50 to Jack Herlihy, €30 To Shane Goggin and  €20  to Paul Hodnett. Next week’s draw is in the Abbey Bar and the jackpot will be €1600.

12/12/2011
Selectors 2012

Senior Selectors 2012 - FootballU-16 SelectorsU- 10 SelectorsColin Murphy - ArdaghEnda FavierDenis McSweeneyDenis CalnanEddie HayesFinbarr HayesMichael O RourkeSean HayesSean LinehanCoach - Micheal O' Sullivan Fitness Coach - Colin Murphy Riverstick Junior 1 SelectorsU-14 SelectorsU- 6,7,8,9 - SelectorsGeoffery WycherlwyMike KeohaneSeamus CuiveenenLiam O SheaJohn HodnettLiam HodnettNiall FitzpatrickVincent HegartyKevin Santry Liam CreedonLiam CreedonJunior D Selectors John Maguire Denis McSweeney U-21 SelectorsU-13 A Selectors Micheal O SullivanMicheal Kelly Stephen MurrayJohn Hodnett Niall HayesPeter Hill Finbarr Hayes Minor Selectors - Premier 2U-13 B Selectors Billy AhernEnda Favier Stephen MurrayRaymond Hayes Brian ShannahanCon Hodnett Mick ConneelyMike Hicks Hurling U-21 Selectors 2012 - HurlingU-16 Selectors 2012U-13 Selectors 2012Frank RyanFrank O GormanJim Hennessey - 087-6293521Jim HennesseyJohn FitzpatrickDan Hodnett James O HeaPaul Shannahan Michael KielyCathal Prendergast U-18 Selectors 2012U-14 Selectors 2012U-10 Selectors 2011Ger DonovanFrank Ryan - 086-3834800Bobby KellyDan HodnettJohn O DonoghueMichael MennisPeter O RourkeBrian O MahonyDanny KellyJim Hennessey James O Hea

20/12/2011
Presentation,Team of The Month,Lotto.

        Carbery Rangers held their Presentation Night for the successful U13 Footballers, and U12, U13 & U14 Hurling teams in the Celtic Ross Hotel on Saturday night last. A large crowd was in attendance to see the future Carbery Rangers acknowledged for their fine displays of skills over the past season. Chairperson Kevin Santry got proceedings underway by congratulating all the players, selectors, parents and guardians for their dedication and commitment during the year. He also welcomed the Guest of honour Cork footballer Alan O’ Connor, who himself spoke about the rewards of training hard and commended Carbery rangers on an impressive range of Silverware that was won by the Club and on view on the night. Alan was very generous with his time and posed for photographs with enthusiastic young players and their parents. 
         Also on the night Carbery Rangers acknowledged the achievements of Michael Mennis, & James Fitzpatrick on winning Sigerson Cup medals with UCC. James was also a member of the Cork senior Football panel that won the national League Title. John O Rourke was also present and worthy of his award with his involvement in the Cork Under 21 Football team that won Munster Final. Its not so long ago that these three players were collecting their U14 medals for Carbery Rangers and this bodes well for the present underage players who will no doubt follow in these lads’ footsteps.
        The senior football team received their award as Team of the Month for October and Johnny Murphy was on hand to accept this on their behalf. Two sets of jerseys were presented to the Club on the night: the Celtic Ross Hotel presented a set to the senior team whilst Rosscarbery Black Pudding presented a new set to the U16 team. The Club is indeed grateful for this generous sponsorship particularly in these difficult times. 
         The Club’ s Lotto was not won. Numbers drawn were 16, 19 and 28. 0 euro goes to Eoghan O Donovan, Rowry, 30 euro to Daniel Kelly and 20 euro to Joe Tyner, Sams Cross. The Club Lotto returns on January 23rd 2012.

        The Club wished all its patrons, players, mentors and supporters a happy and healthy Christmas 2011 and looks forward to continued support for the New Year which is promising to be an exciting one for the Club as it will celebrate its 125th anniversary.

27/12/2011
50 Years Ago

             As another year comes to a close and after the recent AGM with new  officers appointed for 2012, it is only right and fitting that as a club we always remember those who lead Carbery Rangers in the past so this week we go back  50 years to 1961. President at the time was J.J. McCarthy, Newtown, Chairman Jeremiah Hayes, Church Street. Vice-Chairman Tom Hayes, Tanyard Lane, Honorary Secretary  Mick Mahony,  Honorary Treasuer Paddy Kelly Newtown. A newly formed committee was also set up and was made up of the following Denis Hayes, Bill Harte, Jerry Nagle, Kiernan Calnan and Johnny Ronan. With this year been the 125th anniversary of Carbery Rangers it is important we never forget those who shaped our great club. The club would like to wish everyone a Happy and peaceful New Year.