Write a commentColm Mc Geary Cup Final
St Fechins (Louth) 1-9 Craobh Rua (Armagh 2-7
Craobh Rua seniors lifted the Colm McGeary Memorial Trophy after defeating St Fechins in the final.
The game which was played at Darver was a tight affair. Weather conditions influenced the game but credit to both sets of players they produced a tough, skilful encounter.
St Fechins led by 1-3 to 0-5 at halftime and the second half was nip up tuck, both teams having their chances.
A point separated them at the full time whistle and it was a delighted and very proud Craobh Rua captain Micheal Ó’Gairbhith who received the McGeary Memorial Trophy on behalf of his team and Club.
We wish St Fechins well for the rest of the season and we thank them, the Louth County Board and all involved in organising this competition.
Senior Hurling Fixtures/Training
Tuesday 30th April
League
Middletown v Craobh Rua
Thursday 2nd May
Senior Team Training at Club 7pm
Underage Activities
Blitz
Craobh Rua fielded teams in the
Under 8 & Under 10 County Blitz hosted by Killeavy on Sunday past. It was an enjoyable and good learning experience for all our young hurlers.
Míle buíochas to the organisers and those who helped with transport and ensured that our hurlers has a safe and enjoyable day.
The next County Blitz is due to take place next Sunday (5th May), it is being hosted by Sean Treacys Of Lurgan.
Coaches will be in touch with players and parents during the week.
Underage training (Primary 1 to Primary 7 age range) takes place Monday night’s 6:30 to 7:30pm at Craobh Rua Playing Field & Clubrooms.
Coaches will inform their players and parents of any changes etc.
Current Underage Coaches & Coordinators
U6 Orla McCaul & Majella Bradley
U8 John Kelly & James McCartan U10 Joe McEldowney & Sean Cunningham
U12.5 Miceal Bradley
U14 Fiachra Bradley & David O’Brien
U16 Gareth Matthews, Paul Elshaw, Henry McCloy, Eamon McCann & Pearse McLaughlin
U18 Paul Cunningham
Anyone wishing to help in a coaching or support capacity with our Underage Activities is welcome to approach a team coordinator or Committee member to discuss. We welcome any support or help with all our club activities.
Craobh Rua Hurling Club encourage anyone who wishes to help with any aspect of our Club Activities to speak to an under age mentor or Committee member.We will be happy to give all appropriate support to any individual who wishes to become involved in our activities.
Coiste Meeting
The next Committee meeting is due to take place at clubrooms on Monday 6th May
Buíochas
Thanks to all who helped with our “Big Tidy Up” At our Clubrooms last Saturday. This was viewed by those who participated as a good initiative and we would hope to repeat it during the year. Míle buíochas to Newry Mourne & Down Council & Cllr Roisin Mulgrew for supplying litter pickers, bags etc .
Fixtures
Monday 29th April
U13 League
Craobh Rua v Middletown
Throw In 7:30pm. (Players should be at Clubrooms 7pm)
Tuesday night 30 April
Armagh Senior League
Middletown V Craobh Rua
Sunday 5th May
Under 8 & 10 Blitz
Hosts Séan Treacys (Lurgan)
Managers/Coaches will inform panels through usual communication channels should there be additions/changes to Fixtures. The Master Events/Fixtures Calendar is accessible for viewing on our Craobh Rua Camlocha Facebook & Twitter Pages
Siopa
Club shop is now open and has deals on hurls, helmets, grips and sliotars. This will be available every Monday.
Dates For Diary
Cúl Camp – confirmed week of 22nd July
Under 8 & Under 10 County Blitz
Craobh Rua will host an all County Under 8 & Under 10 Hurling Blitz on Sunday 2nd June.
Hooley Around Cooley Cycle
The date for this annual Cycle has been confirmed as Sunday the 29th September.
