Under 13 Hurling League Table.

Games will take place over the summer with the final to be played in Whitechurch on Friday August 28th. Results will be updated on website as available. See below for rules and details.

2 points for a win and 1 point for a draw.

Cúl Camp 2009.

The Whitechurch Cúl Camp was a great success again this year - despite the challenging weather conditions. We had over 150 boys and girls taking part and they were kept buzy with hurling/camogie and football matches, skills, rounders, quiz and other activities. The emphasis was on participation and fun for the full spectrum of age groups. Visits to the camp by Cork stars Valerie Mulcahy & Daniel Goulding created excitement as well as having Catriona Foley & Rena Buckley as coaches for the week. Richie Forde, Michael Osborne, Eoghan Barry, Tony Hegarty, Eoin O'Mahoney, Padraig Cronin, Miriam O'Connell and Aoibhne McElhenny completed the team of 10 coaches. Each coach had a local assisant and a very special thanks is due to Elieen Geaney, Davie Donovan, Darragh & Sean Keane for their work in organising and supervising the Camp. Below are some photographs of the week.

Under 12 City Division Football Final (Section 2 Kilcully 22/05/09)

Whitechurch 1.12 - St Michaels 2.07

Congratulations to the Whitechurch Under 12 footballer's who defeated St Michaels in the City Final recently. This final turned out to be a real cliff hanger and it kept the large crowd on their toes till the final whistle. Whitechurch lead by a single point at the break 1.04 to 1.03 but St Michaels took control of the opening minutes of the second half and eventaually took a 3 point lead. This Whitechurch team are battlers and have a never say die attitude and with some fantastic defending never let St Michaels increase that 3 point lead. Whitechurch had a 16th player in the huge support in attendance and they responded accordingly. With 5 minutes to go Whitechurch had reduced the lead to a single point and were playing with great confidence. It looked like a draw might be on the cards but 3 unanswered points from Whitechurch gave us a 2 point lead heading into injury time. Whitechurch held on for a deserved victory 1.12 to 2.07. The standard of football from both sides was simply brillant and well done to both sets of mentors and especially Matt Shaw, Tony Blake, Noel Buckley, Denis Sheehan, Michael Woulfe and Tim Mulcahy from Whitechurch. We wish the team continued success in the county. Before the match both teams stood for a minute silence for the late Denis McGarry former secretary and club officer of Whitechurch GAA who died unexpectantly Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Back Row L-R :   Daniel O’Regan, Con Mulcahy, James O”Leary, Matthew Kelleher, Cathal Sheehy, Tristan Defran, Kevin Lenihan, Shane O’Connell, Michael Hyde, Michael Caton, Padraig Cloran, Peter Blake, Ryan Spillane, Cian O’Driscoll

Front Row L-R:   Niall Foley, Jamie Humphreys, Niall O’Connell, Jordan O’Connor, Ciaran O’Gorman, Garret Stoyle, Timothy Buckley, Emmet Brickley, Padraig Sheehan, Hugh Woulfe, Donagh Buckley, Padraig Dennehy, David Murphy

Both teams stand for 1 min silence for the late Denis McGarry.Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

U-13 Hurling league.

Whitechurch GAA Cúl Camp 2009 week commencing July 27th.
Further details will be uploaded nearer the time.
Application Form available on Forms Page.
Please print off a copy and submit to Club.

Training for the Under 6s to Under 10s  will move
outdoors on Saturday April 18th. Training will be 12.00 - 13.00 every
Saturday across the summer. If training has to be changed for any reason
parents will be informed by text. The first saturday of each month will concentrate on football coaching.

Saturday Indoor Hurling Training Times 2009

Date of Birth                                             Time

          2001 - 2003 (Under 8)                            12.00 - 13.00

          1999 - 2000 (Under 10)                           13.00 - 14.00

The Above Times will Appy Until End of March 2009

On Sat. Oct. 21st our U6, U8 & U10 hurlers travelled to Ballybrown in Limerick on their annual outing. As our bus left Whitechurch it was raining heavily, but fortunately we had a lovely dry afternoon in Clarina. Despite the heavy underfoot conditions our hurlers delivered some fine performances. All three games were highly competitive but played in a sporting manner. All enjoyed
the games & the whole outing. Thanks to Ballybrown GAA Club for hosting us and providing great refreshments for all afterwards.
Special thanks also to all the parents who travelled to provide support as well as the mentors who have given generously of their time to develop the skills and teamwork of these youngsters. Below are team photo's from the day.

Above the combined Under 6 and Under 8 Teams.

Jack Ring, Cian O'Riordan, Padraig Cloran, Cathal Dennehy, Ciaran Dennehy,
David Murphy, Aidan Buckley, Garret Stoyle, Brendan Crowley, Sean Buckley,
Jason O'Riordan, Cian O'Driscoll, Michael Caton, Jake McNamara, Adam
Murphy, Darragh McNamara, Cormac Conway, David Donovan, Fionn Brickley,
Daniel O'Regan, James Russell, Denis O'Sullivan, Jack Kelly, Aidan
Kelleher, Stephen Foley, Niall Lenihan, Emmet Brickley, Cathal Sheehy, Hugh
Woulfe & Kevin Hyde.

Under -10 Hurling Team who played in Ballybrown.

Back L to R: James O'Leary, Ciaran O'Gorman, Paul Hayes, James Murphy, Jack Kelleher,
Shane O'Connell, Killian Ryan, Peter Blake & Michael Hyde.

Front L to R: Kevin Lenihan, Donough Buckley, Con Mulcahy, Padraic Dennehy, Timothy
Buckley, Conor Hegarty & Fionn Hall

   

Under 15 Hurling Championship.

Whitechurch   under 15  hurlers  met  Brian  Dillions  in the  1^st  round  of  the  championship  on  Sunday  the  16^th  October. The  match  was  played   in  the  Tank   field at  11.30am.

A   sterling  performance  was  displayed  by  Whitechurch   who   had  most  of  the  play  in  the   opening  minutes. The  team  was  captained  by   David  Roche  who  played  at  center  field   with  Stephen  Murphy, both  played  very  well   winning  the  centerfield  battle  well  in  the   first  half. Eoin  Murphy  put  on  a strong   performance  right  throughout  the  game  at center   back. Whitechurch  won  the  toss  and  played  with the  wind  in  the  first  half. At  half  time   Whitechurch  were  down  a  goal  and  four   points, the  team  battled  hard  for  the  second   half  with  solid  play  from  Darren  Stanton   and  Pearse  Burke. Dillions  make  good  use  of   the  now  stronger  wind  in  the  second  half and  extended  their  lead  in  the  closing   quarter.Center  forward   Barry  Harnedy  played  a   vital  role  in  the  game and  kept  the   Dillions  center  back  busy  throughout  the  game. On  the  scoreboard  Whitechurch  lost  well  to  the deserving  winners, on the  pitch  it  was  a  more   even  game. This  concludes  the  hurling  for  the   year  and  the  football  training  has  recommenced. Football  coaches  are  Robert O  Brien  and  Pat   Reid. The  championship  draw  is  scheduled   to   be  made  over the  next  two  weeks

Under 10 Hurlers win East Cork League.

Our under 10 hurlers took part in an East Cork league across the summer months with very successful home and away games against Castlelyons, Bride Rovers and Carrignavar. Due to the great improvement in their play qualification for the play off finals was assured. These finals were held at Aghada Club on Saturday September 23rd. We had a comfortable win in the semi-final game against Ballinacurra and went on to defeat a gallant Russell Rovers team in the closely contested final.

Well Done to All Involved.

Back row L to R

Timothy Buckley, Donough Buckley, Emmet Brickley, Garret Stoyle, Hugh Woulfe, Cathal Sheehy, Padraig Sheehan, Michael Hyde, Padraic Dennehy & James Murphy.

Under 8 Hurlers partake in Blitz.

Whitechurch U8 team took part in a   hurling blitz hosted by Bride Rovers in Rathcormac on Sept. 9th. We had a lovely sunny day and played three games. After a very difficult opening game against a very strong Castlelyons team (eventual winners of the blitz) the team settled very well, grew in confidence and went on to defeat both Kildorrery and Killavullen.

Back row L to R

Jason O'Riordan, Aidan Kelleher, Jack Ring, Aidan Buckley, Hugh Woulfe, Denis O'Sullivan, Kevin Hyde, David Murphy, Fionn Brickley, Cormac Conway & Padraig O'Sullivan.

Great credit is due to the commitment and efforts of the players on both teams and their parents for transporting them to and supporting them at the games. A special thanks is due to the Bride Rovers and Aghada GAA Clubs for the huge work they put into organising these competitions. Our players benefited greatly from and enjoyed participating in these competitions.

Whitechurch GAA - VHI Cúl Camp (July 31st -August 04th)

"Stars from all codes visit Whitechurch camp"

This year's camp was run under the VHI Cúl camp umbrella coordinated directly by the GAA.This proved highly successful in Whitechurch with over 80 boys and girls in attendance. As part of the VHI sponsorship each participant received a jersey, shorts,socks,kit bag and a drink bottle. These gifts went down a treat with the children. The camp ran daily from 10am to 2.30pm where the coaches and assistants demonstrated the skills of both football and hurling/camogie to individual groups. The camp organisation and structure was top class with each coach responsible for a workable size group of children and ably assisted by an assistant coach. This structure ensured the children increased thier chances to develop and learn. Following the coaching the children played mini games where their new skills were displayed. Learning and developing skills with fun was key to the camp. Throughout the week Whitechurch were fortunate to have stars from all four Cork senior inter county teams in attendance. Three of the coaches Cork senior camogie stars Catriona Foley (Rockbán) and Orla Cotter (St Catherines) with Cork senior footballer Michael Prout were in attendance for the full week. Valerie Mulcahy (Rockbán) Cork ladies senior footballer called in on Thursday with Cork senior hurler Ronan Curran visiting on Friday. These were key highlights for the children to meet and talk to the stars while receiving their autographs. Whitechurch GAA are grateful to these sportsmen and women for taking the time out to meet the children. We wish all these players the very best of luck in their respective up coming All Ireland championship games.Below are some photographs from the camp.

Coaches and visitors to the camp.

L to R: Catriona Foley - Orla Cotter - George Osborne - Valerie Mulcahy - Michael Prout - Miriam O'Connell

Left: Catriona Foley autographs a fans helmet while Right   Michael prout signs a young fans jersey.

Left: Valerie Mulcahy and Michael Prout discuss up coming Cork football clashes while Right Ronan Curran signs a young fans jersey.

Orla Cotter and assistant coach Ciara Burke with their group at the Whitechurch Camp.

Catriona Foley and assistant coach Aisling Furlong with their group at the Whitechurch camp.

Enjoying the camp in Whitechurch.

Left: Group enjoying the Whitechurch camp while Right Valerie Mulcahy signs some autographs.

Ronan Curran autographing a hat for young Whitechurch player Patrick Hayes.

Valerie Mulcahy autographing for young fans at the Whitechurch camp.

New Training Methods.

A company called Sliotar Hitters demonstrated new novel training techniques for hurling and camogie in Whitechurch lately. The company based in county Offaly is run by KP Egan. His novel ideas were born following many years of training under age teams. The main emphasis behind the techniques bring fun and variety to the training ground while introducing and mastering the skills of hurling. These aids also help the trainer immensely. Below are a few photographs of some of the equipment in action at the trial in Whitechurch. We hope to have this equipment up and running over the coming weeks.

Below are a few photographs showing the use of the main equipment techniques.

Above left: Known as on the Run technique and right known as the   left to right technique.

Above left: Known as on the Blockdown technique and right known as the rope basher technique.

Above technique known as four swing.

Whitechurch Under 13 Hurling Team.

Back Row L to R: Dylan Collins - Gavin O'Connor - Cian Dalton - Patrick Hayes - Kevin O'Leary - Shane Crowley - Darragh Kenny - Cian Neally - David O'Connor - John Ramsey

Front Row L to R: TJ Hegarty - Kevin Quinlan - John Teehan - Ciarán Neally - Shane Cronin - James Furlong - Cormac O'Sullivan - Craig Hegarty(Captain) - Paul Ryan - Martin Reid

Above the Whitechurch under 13 hurling team who played Brian Dillons in a TSB sponsored tournament held in Brian Dillons on Wednesday 07th of June last. Unfortunately we were beaten by a stronger Dillons team on the night. However the team never gave up and fought to the very end. Brighter days for this team lie ahead. They are a very committed bunch of lads who train well together and always give 100%. Whitechurch GAA would like to thank Brian Dillons for the tournament invitation and TSB for sponsoring the event. Below is the Brian Dillons team which defeated Whitechurch on the night.

Back Row L to R: B.O'Farrell (Manager) - P. Hickey - D.Brosnan - K.Varian - M.Angland - J.Meer - J.Connelly - B.Wharlon - K Allen - O.Bella - L.Wainwright - G. Aarrington - C O'Rinn - Bill Brosnan (Coach) 

Front Row L to R: S.Carcatan - K.Coughlan - J O'Shea - C O'Dwyer - R. Hegarty - A.Daly - A.Murphy - S.Maher(captain) - C.Hornibrook - I McSweeney

Left: Dylan Collins receiving his medal fron Brian Dillons manager brendan OFarrell and Right Kevin O'Leary receiving his medal from Brendan.

Whitechurch under 10 hurler's are taking part in the East Cork hurling league. We have played 2 games to date. In our opening encounter we lost to Castlelyons and on Monday night May 29th played Carrig away and won on a scoreline of 4.02 - 0.01. This proved be a great game with all of the scores coming in the last quarter. Very skillful hurling was evident from both sides with impressive side line ball skills and free taking. It is wonderful to see the game played at this age group and the support from parents on the line was terrific. Well done to all involved and a particular thank you to all the mentors who give up their time in ptraining and preparing teams. We wish the team continued success in the league. Below are the photographs of both teams who took part on Monday may 29th. We will try to get the names for the Carrig team later.

Whitechurch Under 10 Hurling Team.

Back Row L to R: Robert McIllehenny - Paul Hayes - Michael Hyde - Jack kelleher - James Murphy - Kevin Lenihan - Killian Ryan - Fergal Reid - James O'Leary - Peter Blake

Front Row L to R: Cian O'Driscoll - David Murphy - Daniel O'Regan - Conor Hegarty - Padraic Dennehy - Ciarán O'Gorman - Padraig Sheehan - Fionn Hall - Con Mulcahy.

Carrig Na Bhfear Under 10 Hurling Team

Under 11 Football - John Kearns Memorial Trophy.

White's Cross 1.0 - Shamrocks 1.1

Our under 11 footballers reached the semi final of the division 2 section of the John Kearns Memorial trophy held in Pairc Ui Rinn on May 20th last. We had won our section in Mayfield a number of weeks previously. A panel of 27 players turned up for the semi final clash with Shamrocks. Despite applying most of the pressure we failed to convert a number of chances in the opening half and against the run of play Shamrocks broke to score a goal. However the team never gave up and continued to battle. Most of the play of the second half play took place in the Shamrocks half but credit to their backline and gaolkeeper, they absorbed the pressure and cleared their lines very effectively. Shamrocks took a 4 point lead after pointing from a penalty with 4 minutes remaining. Shane O'Leary goaled from a close in free to us a glimmer of hope but unfortunately the clock ran out and we found ourselves one point behind. The game finished Shamrocks 1.01 - White's Cross 1.0. The team lined out as follows:

Jordan Murray

Mathew Donovan - Ian Burke - Fergal Reid

Kevin Ryan - Cody Brickley - Fionn Hall

Shane O'Leary(1.0) - Patrick Daly

Dean Twohig -  Killian Ryan - Dylan Fitzgerald

Evan Galvin - Paul Hayes - Corey Galvin

Subs: Conor Dalton - Aidan Paker - Patrick O'Sullivan - Christopher McAuliffe - William McAuliffe - Timothy Crowley - Jack kelleher - Darragh Corrigan - Conor Hegarty - Darragh Kelly - James Murhy - Darragh Sheehan

Credit must go to all the panel of players and selectors who done the Club proud on the day. The back bone of any successful Club are the underage teams. This panel of players will be successful if they continue to train and play together. A special word of thanks to all mentors involved: Mathew Shaw - Dermot Hurley - Patrick hayes - Pat Reid and Tim O'Leary. Below is the panel of players which participated in the tournament.

Well Done to all involved.

Back Row L to R: Conor Dalton - Patrick Daly - Aidan Parker - Patrick O'Sullivan - Paul Hayes - Christopher McAuliffe - William McAuliffe - Dylan Fitzgerald - Shane O'Leary - Ian Burke - Timothy Crowley - Killian Ryan - Jack Kelleher

Front Row L to R: Corey Galvin - Darragh Corrigan - Kevin Ryan - Conor Hegarty - Darragh Kelly - Fionn Hall - James Murphy - Evan Galvin - Jordan Murray -  Mathew O'Donovan - Fergal Reid - Cody Brickley - Dean Twohig - Darragh Sheehan.

Above some of the under 11 footballer's receiving their medals with former Cork Star Tony Davis..

Warm up and team discussion before the game.

Left: Selectors discussing tactics. Right: Mathew Shaw preparing the players for the game.

Whitechurch NS Sciath Na Scól 2006.

Front Row L to R: Mathew Kelleher – Graham Humphries – Ciarán Neally – Keith Timothy – Cody Brickley – Shane O’Leary – Cormac O’Sullivan – Craig Hegarty.

Young hurler’s get their hand’s on the Liam McCarthy Cup

On Saturday April 22nd 40 of the club's youngest hurlers traveled to take on Grenagh in friendly games at Under 6, Under 8 and Under 10. The Under 6's played indoors and for most it was their first ever competitive game. After some early nerves the team settled well enjoyed a high scoring game against the evenly-matched Grenagh side.

There was great excitement after the games as the Liam McCarthy cup was present and Tom Kenny was on hand to sign autographs, have photograph's taken and talk with the players - and their parents. Many thanks to the Grenagh Club for orgainsing this highly successful event and to all the parents for their enthusiastic support.

Front L to R: Stephen Foley, Darragh McNamara, Aidan Kelleher, Cormac Conway, Cathal Dennehy, Cian O'Riordan & Hugh Woulfe

Congratulations to the Under 11 footballer's who qualified for the semi finals of the John Kearns memorial trophy in Mayfield recently.

The team lined out as follows:

Jordan Murray

Matthew Donovan - Patrick O'Sullivan - Robert McElhenny

Ian Burke - Kevin Ryan - Fionn Hall

Shane O'Leary - Patrick Daly

Donnagh Corrigan - Paul Hayes - Dylan Fitzgerald

Killian Ryan - Deane Tuohey - Fergal Reid.

We wish the team success in the semi final. Fixture not finalised yet.

Under 21 Hurling Cup Visit to School.

The under 21 Hurling Captain Patrick O'Driscoll, Centre Back Brian O'Sullivan and Goalkeeper Dylan Burke along with Club members visited the school on Wednesday December 14th. All the school children gathered in the Hall to welcome the players and see the cup. School principal Tom O'Hallahan welcomed back the players and congratulated them on their victory. It was only a few short years earlier when these players attended the School. The children were encouraged to play sport and it would be their turn in years to come to bring more cups back to the School. The kids reluctantly accepted home work off for the night and each received a treat on the day. Whitechurch GAA Club would like to thank the School Principal and teachers for their help in organising the visit and hopefully we will be back there again with more Silver Ware.

Below a few photographs from the visit.

Under 11 Footballer's Successful in Invitational Blitz.

In an under 11 invitational Football Blitz held in Mayfield on Saturday December 10th the White's Cross team won out their group with a 5 point victory over Mayfield in the final. They came away with a plaque and medals after winning all their games with the exception of one. This was a great achievement for the team and mentors.

Well done to all involved.

Cork Star John Gardiner takes a couple of coaching sessions with the under age.

In conjunction with a coaching course in UCC John Gardiner visited Whitechurch during the week to coach the under age. On Tuesday 30th and Wednesday 31st August over 60 kids took part in the two 2 hour sessions. Day one comprised of mainly 12 and 13 year old while day 2 was split between the under 10s and under 8s. This exercise proved to be extremely beneficial for all who took part. John went through a wide range of drills including the basics of blocking and hooking. He emphasised the importance of concentration and continuous practice. He gave tips on how to practice at home by hurlig the ball against the wall (and offered to pay for any damaged windows!!!). The kids thanked John for his time and wished him and Cork the very besy best in the up coming All Ireland Final against Galway. Whitechurch GAA Club would like to thank John for taking these valuable coaching sessions and look forward to a return visit.

Below some photographs from day one of the coaching.

Above the Whitechurch Under 16 Team 2005..

Back row Left to Right: Gary Condron, Dylan Burke, Michael Osborne, Seamus McNamara, Darragh Keane, Sean Ryan, Conor McAuliffe, Niall Murphy & Ian Johnstone.

Front row Left to Right: Darren Stanton, Martin Humphreys, Anthony O'Sullivan, James Burke, Sean Keane, Graham O'Sullivan and Barry Coleman.

Under Age Teams heading toWexford and Clare for end of year Challange games.

Next Saturday August 27th the Whitechurch Under 12 hurling team are heading to Wexford to to play Horeswood and on the following Saturday September 03rd the under 8s and 10s are heading to Six Mile Bridge to take on their counterparts. Full reports with photographs will be updated over the coming weeks.

Under - 14 Hurling Lord Mayor Shield.

Whitechurch under 14 hurlers are taking part in the Lord Mayor Shield. To date we have played 2 games and won both. There are 7 teams in total in the tournament and we wish the team continued success. below is a photograph of the team and mentors.

Back Row: Niall Murphy and Daniel Dilworth

Middle Row: Con Carroll(selector) Eoin Murphy - Garry Condron - Darren Stanton - Barry Harnedy - Seamus Reid - Sean Keane - Sean Carroll - Rory Murnane - John Coleman (manager)

Front Row: James Burke - Mark Foley - Martin Humphries - Stephen Murphy - Conor O'Sullivan - Barry Coleman - Martin Reid - John Ramsey - James Furlong - Ryan Courtney.

Whitechurch and White's Cross Summer Camp 2005.

Venue: Whitechurch and Waterloo Community Pitch

Date: Monday July 25th to Friday July 29th

Time: 10am to 2pm Daily.

The Summer Camp was a huge success again this year with 66 children taking part. All children got the chance to learn and practise the skills of Football and Hurling. The coaches this year were Danny O'Neill, John Keating and Collette Navey. Whitechurch Gaa would like to thank the coaches on a job well done. It was an enjoyable week for the children, especially on Thursday when they were visited by Cork Hurling Star John Gardiner (Na Piarsaigh) and on Friday Ronan Curran from St Finbarrs dropped in. Both John and Ronan were kept busy for an hour signing autographs on jerseys, hurleys, helmets and posters. Also on Friday David Scally from Scally's supermarket in Blarney presented the Club with an under-age set of Jersey's. Club Chairman Michael Downing accepted the jersey's on behalf of the Club and thanked most sincerely the Scally foundation for their generous sponsorship. Michael emphasised the importance of sponsorship and in particular to the under-age sector. He thanked the Cork stars for taking time out to visit the camp and wished the lads continued success in the 2005 Championship.Our thanks to all who took part and special thanks to John and Ronan on taking time out to visit the Camp and to the club members who made it all possible.

Some photographs from the camp.

Above David Scally and Club chairman Michael Downing displaying the new jersey's. Below a brief article from David on the Scally Foundation.

The Scally foundation was set up in the year 2000 as a thank you to the people of Blarney and surrounding areas for their support over the previous 21 years.The idea of funding local organisations has been very generously received as it has been seen as a way that scally's and its staff can give something back to the community that keeps us in business. As a family Seamus, carmel and myself derive great pride from this awards programme. It is very evident to us that there are some incredible people working tirelessly in the community to make things better for every body else, and whitechurch is certainly to the fore when it comes to applications to the Scally community foundation. We are delighted to be able to support the work being done by Michael Downing and his team in whitechurch GAA I was present last week when Ronan Curran visited the club to meet with all the up and coming stars of the future and it was great to see so many youngsters involved. Great also to see the senior players giving the encouragement and advice to the adorning fans. It really goes to show you how important sport is in our community and the tremendous voluntary help that continues to be such a huge asset to you in whitechurch. Many thanks for involving Scallys in your club and can I finish by extending best wishes to your club for the remainder of the season.

Under-8 Hurling Challange Vs Grenagh.

Our under 8 hurlers travelled to Grenagh on July 26th to take on their peers. It was a lovely evening for hurling and both sides took full advantage by putting on a great display of hurling. It was a very competitive game and while Whitechurch scored an early point, Grenagh came back with two well taken goals. Whitechurch increased the pace in the second half and just came out on top by the narrowest of margins, with the scoreline 3 - 2 to 3 - 3.  Many thanks to Grenagh for hosting the game as well as for providing the refreshments afterwards. Thanks also to the many parents for attending (and providing strong vocal support). Well done to all the players for commitment and great enthusiasm - they provided great entertainment

Back row : Con Mulcahy, Donough Buckley, Peter Blake, James O'Leary, Kevin Lenihan, Shane O'Connell, Padraic Dennehy, Cian O'Driscoll, Cormac Conway and Michael Hyde.

Front row : David Murphy, Garret Stoyle, Niall Lenihan, Hugh Woulfe, Jason O'Riordan, Ciara Sheehan and Kevin Hyde,

Under age Update

The under 12 Hurlers were beaten by Douglas in the Championship. However the players put up a good show and are progressing well as a team. Training for this group will continue every Tuesday night during the summer between 6pm and 7pm. Under 14 hurlers will continue to train every Wednesday night between 6pm and 7pm. Any new players are welcome to attend at the appropriate times.

Under 8 Hurling Friendly Vs Bride Rovers

Our Under 8 hurlers took on Bride Rovers in Rathcormac on July 7th . This game represented the first opportunity for the team to wear the new set of jerseys - sponsored by Scally's Super Value in Blarney. Eventhough there were a few players absent due to holidays, we still fielded a strong side. After weekly training sessions since April, the team was on top form. Cheered on by a large number of parents, enthusiasm was high and a good performance was ensured. Our midfield and half backs were well on top and delivered a plentiful supply of scoring opportunities to the forw a rds. As result an impressive lead was established early in the game and this initiative was maintained to the end. The final score was 9 - 2 for Whitechurch to 1 - 0 for Bride Rovers. Many thanks to the players for providing such an impressive display, and thanks to the parents for their time as well as providing transport. Thanks too to Bride Rovers for an enjoyable game that was played on a perfect pitch and also for the refreshments.

Back Row L to R:Con Mulcahy, Michael Hyde, Peter Blake, Jack Kelly, James O'Leary, Shane O'Connell, Padraic Dennehy, Kevin Lenihan & Hugh Woulfe.

Front Row L to R: Emmet Brickley, Kevin Hyde, Cathal Sheehy, Garret Stoyle, Padraig Sheehan, Adian Kelleher, Darra McNamara, Niall Lenihan & Cormac Conway.

Under 12 Hurling Team 2005.

Back Row L to R: John Ramsey - Kevin O'Leary - James Furlong - Dylan Brickley - Shane Crowley - Patrick Hayes - Ciaran Neally - David O'Connor - Cian Dalton - Gavin O'Connor - Craig Hegarty.

Front Row L to R: Ian Burke - Shane O'Leary - Martin Reid - John Teehan - TJ Hegarty - Cian Neally - Shane Cronin - Cormac O'Sullivan - Paul Ryan

John kearnes U-11 football Tournament

The north east section of this tournament took place in Mayfield on saturday May 14th in Mayfield GAA pitch. 4 clubs were represented: Whitechurch - Mayfield - Brian Dillons - Delaney's. Each game was 30 minutes with 15 minutes per half. Whitechurch finished up secomnd on the day after victories over Mayfield and Delaney's but unfortunately were beaten by Brian Dillons in the final. The team were presented with their runner's up meadals after the final. Well done to all involved and in particular to Tim O'Leary who organised the Whitechurch team. It is encouraging for a Club to see such enthusiasm in young player's.Again well done to all who represented the Club on the day and kept the Club colours flying.

Hurling Training for Children Under 6, 8 & 10.

Saturday morning training has now moved outdoors and newcomers will be very welcome! All players should bring a helmet, boots and a hurley for outdoor training. The timing of training each Saturday is:

Children born in 1999 (i.e. Under 6's) : 11.30

Children born in 1998 & 1997 (i.e. Under 8's) : 12.15

Children born in 1996 & 1995 (i.e. Under 10's) : 13.00

We will continue to collect 2 euro per child at each training session. This money will be used to fund an outing to a hurling stronghold, later in the summer.

Whitechurch Under 8 & Under 10 Hurlers take on Bride Rovers.

The final indoor hurling matches of the season for our Under 8 and Under 10 hurlers took place in the Community Centre on Saturday April 9th. At Under 8 's we had sufficient numbers to field four Seven a side teams, while Bride Rovers had two teams. As a result each of our teams played half a match. Despite this our players performed excellently, accumulated big scorelines and acquitted themselves very well. At Under 10's we also had a very strong and determined team. The game was very close and exciting with high levels of skill on view. Our team performed very well. Light refreshments were served after the games. Thanks to all the players, parents, supporters and organisers for such an enjoyable hurling blitz.

Back row L to R: Matthew Donovan, Donnacha Fitzgerald, Ian Burke, Shane O'Leary, Graham Humphreys, Adam O'Riordan.

Front row L to R: Fionn Hall, Kevin Ryan, Darragh Kelly, Conor Hegarty, KillIan Ryan, Paul Hayes.

Under 8 Team that played Bride Rovers.

Back row L to R: Kieran Vaughan, Jack Kelly, Timothy Buckley, Niall Lenihan, Michael Caton, Conor Kelly.

Front row L to R: Cormac Conway, Padraic Dennehy, Hugh Woulfe, Padraig Sheehan, Aidan KelleheR, Cian O'Riordan.

Under 8 Team that played Bride Rovers.

Back row L to R: Robert McElhinny, Fergal Reid, Michael Hyde, Cathal Sheehy, Luke Thomas, Peter Blake, Kevin Lenihan.

Front row Lto R: Shane O'Connell, Con Mulcahy, Cian O'Driscoll, kevin Hyde, Garret Style, James O'Leary

White's Cross under 12 football team narrowly defeated by Brian Dillon's in the opening league game of the 2005 under 12 football league.

Back Row L to R: Cian Dalton - Gerard McAuliffe - James Furlong - Cormac O' Sullivan - David O' Connor - Patrick Hayes - Shane Crowley - Craig Hegarty.

Front Row L to R: Martin Reid - Patrick Fitzgerald - Gavin O' Connor - Kevin Quinlan - John Tehan - TJ Hegarty Dylan Brickley - Paul Ryan.

Whitechurch Under 8 & 10 Hurlers take on Ballinhassig

The first indoor hurling matches of 2005 for our Under 8 and 10 hurlers took place in the Community Centre on Saturday March 12th. We fielded two Seven a side teams at each age group and we still had a strong bunch of reserves for each game. Despite being billed as "friendly games" the levels of intensity on display, by the representatives of both parishes, in each game were worthy of a championship encounter. There certainly was no need in any of the games for the motivating pep talks at half time. All 4 teams accumulated big score' s and acquitted themselves very well. It is great to see such interest from the young players and we would encourage all kids to remain active in the club and in sport. Whitechurch GAA Club would like to thank Ballinhassig GAA for fulfilling the fixture and a very enjoyable and entertaining mornings sport took place. All the kids enjoyed light refreshments after their encounters. Lets not forget the Whitechurch mentors who organised the blitz and who spend time every Saturday training and coaching the young kids.

Thanks and well done to all involved.

Some Photographs from the day

Back Row L to R: Robert McElinney - Cathal Sheehy - James O' Leary - Garrret Stoyle - Kevin Lenihan.

Front Row Left to Right: Hugh Woulfe - Niall Lenihan - Padraic Dennehy - Shane O' Connell - Timothy Buckley

Back Row L to R: Patrick Hayes - Killian Ryan - Fionn Hall - Ian Burke - Shane O' Leary - Graham Humphries - Dylan Fitzgerald - Donnacha Fitzgerald.

Front Row L to R : Jack Kelleher - Conor Hegarty - James Murphy - Kevin Ryan - Cody Brickley - Eoin Sheehy - Dara Kelly

Back Row L to R: Peter Blake - Luke Thomas - Donnagh Buckley - Michael Caton - Cormac Conway.

Front Row L to R: Cian O' Driscoll - Fergal Reid - Darragh McNamara - Padraig Sheehan - Niall Lehihan.

Juvenile Hurling Team Honoured at Medal Presentation Night.

The successful City league and Championship winning hurling team was honoured at a function in Whitechurch and Waterloo on Friday February 04th last. Cork All Star Full Forward Brian Corcoran was the special guest on the night. Speakers on the night included under age Chairman Kevin Downing, Club Chairman Michael Downing, Team Manager Patsy Hegarty and special guest Brian Corcoran.Club Chairman Michael Downing welcomed Brian to Whitechurch and congratulated him on his All Ireland victory in 2004 and wished him success in 2005. Michael also congratulated the under 16 team, manager and selectors on their success and keeping the Club colours flying. He encouraged people to get involved in Club activities and in particular parents of players. Help is needed in the running of the Club. In this day and age voluntary help is limited and the running of a Club is always left to same people. Fresh blood and new ideas are always welcome. Team manager Patsy Hegarty thanked his fellow selectors Robbie Boland, John Scanlon and Ray Burke for their help and commitment not just during 2004 but over the past number of years. This panel of players started at under 11 and in their first outing were hammered by Mayfield. The team stayed together and trained as a unit and developed into a successful disciplined team. Brian congratulated the team on their success and wished them further success in the years to come. He emphasised the importance of sport particularily in the current environment where so many different distractions are available. Sport tends to keep children on the straight and narrow. Brian congratulated the Club, mentors and encouraged the kids to listen and respect their coaches. He thanked the club for the invitation to the function and presented the individual players with their medals. Jerseys, helmets and hurleys were autographed by the Cork Star. Two further presentations took place, the proceeds of the long puck competition were divided between 2 local missionary Priests Fr Dick O' Riordan and Fr Sonny O'Sullivan. Nephew of Fr O'Riordan - Declan accepted on his behalf while Fr Sonny O' Sullivan was in attendance. Tea, sandwiches and cakes were in abundance for all who turned up. Whitechurch GAA Club would like to thank Brian Corcoran for attending the function and all who helped make the night a success. Without these people this sort of night would not happen.

Some Photographs from the Night.

Front Row L to R: Robbie Boland (selector) - Dylan Burke - Michael Osborne - Jonathan Scanlon (captain) - Brian Corcoran - Brian Boland - Anthony O'Sullivan - Shane Cahill - John Scanlon (selector)

Cork All Star Brian Corcoran with Fr Sonny O'Sullivan and Club Chairman Michael Downing.

Left: Brian Corcoran presenting Captain Johnathan Scanlon with his medals and right presentation to George Osborne.

Left: Brian Corcoran presenting Richard Sherlock with his medals and right presentation to Brian Boland.

Left: Brian Corcoran presenting David Hegarty with his medals and right presentation to Ian Lee.