Blackrock Club News 2021

December 8th

There was no winner of the club lotto held on the 1^st December. The numbers drawn were 1 16 27 28.  The €40 lucky dip went to Timmy Hanley Lr Main St, Promotor Donie O Sullivan. The €20 lucky dips went to Joe Cleary, Mountain View, Promotor Breda Walsh, John O Brien, Vale View, Promotor Donie O Sullivan. Hanley Gang, Lr Main St, Promotor Centra, Margaret McCarthy, Promotor Brendan O Brien

The next lotto is on Thursday 9^th December in the Community Centre, Ardpatrick after the AGM. 

The deferred AGM will be held on Thursday 9^th December in the Community Centre, Ardpatrick at 7pm.  Social distancing and masks are required.

December 1st

Sadly the journey for our U21’s has come to an end, losing the County U21A to neighbours Coshlea Gaels on a score line of 0 09 to 2 0.  In a bitterly cold Knocklong our lads fought hard but it wasn’t to be.  Well done to Mikey Duggan Captain and the team and management of Richie McCarthy, Paudie Leahy, Pat Heffernan Jnr, Niall Moloney and Brid Herbert S&C.

The team and panel Mikey Duggan Captain, Mike John O’Dwyer, Michael Brazill Carroll, Mark Duggan, Niall Fitzgerald, Daithi Heffernan, Brian Hennessy, Aidan Gilligan, Killian Aherne, Ciaran Considine, Declan Gilligan, Jimmy Quilty, Colm O Keeffe, Sean O Neill, Danny Moloney, Gavin Ryan for Colm O Keeffe, Robbie O Keeffe, Sean O Sullivan, James Quinn, Gearoid Lawlor, Mattie Watson.

These are a lovely bunch of lads and we wish them well. However a lot of them are on the Junior b panel and will be training over the winter to prepare for the Munster Junior B competition to be held in Killeedy in January or February.

So we finish competitive action for 2021 and we sign of with a very successful year for the club.

There was no winner of the club lotto held on 25^th November, the numbers drawn were 3 19 20 29.  The €40 lucky dip went to Mark O Donnell, Ballyroe Lr, Promotor Brendan O Brien, the €20 lucky dips went to Anna Keogh St Anns Tce, Promotor Brendan O Brien, Grace O Shaughnessy, Promotor Brendan O Brien, Carmel O Connor, Lr Main St, Promotor Brendan O Brien, Dom Hayes Martinstown, Promotor Breda Walsh.

On Wednesday 1^st December the lotto will have a jackpot of €13,000 in the Hall in Ardpatrick after the AGM.

The AGM takes place in the Hall, Ardpatrick on Wednesday 1^st Dec at 7pm.

November 24th

Sunday 21^st was a great day for the club.  The junior beaks won the county final v Bruff in Kilmallock on a scoreline of 0-16 to 0-11.  A very strong second half display saw us come from 0-4 to 0-8 half time score, with powerful and committed displays from all corners of the field. Well done to Captain Dave O Flaherty and his team and the the management team of Tim O Sullivan, James O Doherty, Pat McGrath, Ken Douglas, and Brid Herbert – Fitness coach.  There was great excitement and we look forward to Andrew O Gormans DVD with the wonderful tones of Seoirse Bulfin on commentary.  Will be a wonderful Christmas present.

The victorious team and panel were Mikey Duggan, Aidan Gilligan, Jordan Slattery, Seamie Ryan, Simon Hennessy, Niall Moloney, Vinnie Herbert, Declan Gilligan, David O Flaherty Captain, James O Doherty, Gavin O Loughlin, Ciaran Considine, Barry O Shaughnessy, David Healy, Donnacha Leahy. Ben Soundy for Declan Gilligan, Sean Palmer for David Healy, Don O Flaherty, Tommy Lee, Richie Cooke, Mike Heffernan Eoin Quinn, Gavin Ryank Sean O Sullivan, Mark Duggan, Niall Fitzgerald, Richie Fitzgerald, Robbie O Keeffe, James Quinn, Alan Quane, Gearoid Lawlor.

After a fabulous speech by Dave O Flaherty the celebrations adjourned to Ardpatrick and on to Kilfinane after the customary cavalcade. Hon the Rockies. We are no longer the Beaks, we are the A…’s

We do it all again on Wednesday 24^th when the U21’s take on neighbours Coshlea Gaels in the County A semifinal in Knocklong at 7.30.  The very best of luck to captain Mikey Duggan and his team and management.  We would love all our fabulous supporters to turn out again this Wednesday as you always do to shout on our lads.  The link will be on facebook or text me for the link.

There was no winner of the Blackrock lotto held on Wednesday 17^th.  The numbers drawn were 16 20 24 29.  The €40 lucky dip went to Alan Quane Promotor Brendan O Brien, and the €20’s went to Jimmy Quilty Jnr, Promotor Carmel Murphy,  Cally and Anie Leane, Promotor Chrissie O Sullivan,  Seamie Ryan, Promotor Carmel Murphy, Chrissie O Sullivan, Promotor Chrissie O Sullilvan. On Wednesday 24^th the lotto will be in the Pavillion after the match for a jackpot of €13,00

The nominations for the AGM have been submitted and all officers have been renominated. There are no elections for this AGM. 

However there are two nominations for Presidents Breda Walsh and Breda Sheehy.  Congratulations ladies.

There are 3 motions to be discussed on the night. The AGM is on the 1^st December in the Parish Hall in Ardpatrick at 7pm.

If the lotto jackpot is not won on 24^th November there will be bonus prizes on the lotto on the 1^st December to be held in the hall in Ardpatrick after the AGM.

It is a great time to be involved with Blackrock GAA with several teams at the business end of the year.  However we are still in the middle of a pandemic and we are striving to keep our community and families as safe as possible. To anyone unwell in the community currently we send our best wishes. Stay safe everyone.

November 17th

Well done to our super u21 hurlers and management. Great win over Monaleen in the County U21 A  Hurling Championship. Winning 1:21 to 1:14 after extra time.

Fantastic result for the Junior B hurlers beating Cappamore in the County Semi final after extra time. It was 1-09 to 2-07 at half time, and a heart stopping second half saw us down 1,  1-13 to 2-11 at the second water break. We played well in the last 15 min with 14 men, to go 3 up, as full time approached but It was 1-18 to 2-15 at full time after a late Cappamore flurry. In extra time it was 1-19 to 2-16 but in the second half of extra time we pulled ahead to score 4 points to Cappamore’s 1 to win by 3 points. Final score of 1-23 to 2-17. We now play Bruff in the final, a repeat of the South final.

The team and panel, Mikey Duggan, Aidan Gilligan, Jordan Slattery, Don Flaherty, Simon Hennessy, Niall Moloney, Vinnie Herbert, Dave Flaherty Captain 0-02, Sheamie Ryan, James O Doherty 0-02, Declan Gilligan 0-01, Ciaran Considine 0-01, Donnacha Leahy 0-03, Gavin O Loughlin 0-14, Barry O Shaughnessy, Dave Healy for S Ryan, Ben Soundy 0-01 for B O Shaughnessy, Sean Palmer for Ciaran Considine, Mike Heffernan in extra time. Tommy Lee, Richie Cooke, Eoin Quinn, Gavin Ryan, Sean O Sullivan, Mark Duggan, Niall Fitzgerald, Richie Fitzgerald, Robbie O Keeffe, James Quinn, Alan Quane, Gearoid Lawlor. 

The U21 hurlers also won this week beating Kildimo Pallaskenry on Wednesday night in Knocklong on a score line of 2-13 to 1-15. We have topped the group.The team and panel; Mikey Duggan, Mike John O Dwyer, Michael Brazill Carroll, Mark Duggan, Niall Fitzgerald, Daithi Heffernan, Brian Hennessy, Aidan Gilligan, Killian Aherne, Gavin Ryan, Declan Gilligan, Jimmy Quilty, Ciaran Considine, Sean O Neill, Colm O Keeffe, Danny Moloney, Robbie O Keeffe, Sean O Sullivan, James Quinn, Gearoid Lawlor, Matty Watson,

The U21’s play Monday night next the 15^th in Doon at 8.45 against Monaleen in the County A quarter final. 

The Junior B’s play the county final on Sunday at 2.30 against Bruff.

There was no winner of the club lotto held on Nov 11^th the numbers drawn were 10, 12, 17, 29.
The €40 went to Nicola Hennessy, Laurel Grove, Promotor Brendan O Brien.
The €20 lucky dips went to Eileen O Connell, Cush, Promotor Harrys, Ollie Herbert, Ardpatrick, Promotor Brendan O Brien Kathleen O Sullivan, Green Bar, Promotor Chrissie O Sullivan, Willie O Rourke, Ardpatrick, Promotor Neil Hennessy

The next lotto is on 17^th November in the Pavillion for a jackpot of €13,000.

Congratulations to our players who have graduated recently, well done.

Best wishes to all the Scoil Pol teams currently taking part in hurling and camogie competitions.

November 10th

It was a quiet week for our supporters as we had no matches this week but our teams and management are training very hard for the upcoming matches.

The U21’s play Kildimo Pallaskenry on Wednesday night the 10^th at 8pm in Knocklong. And the Junior B’s play Cappamore in the county semifinal on Saturday in Knocklong at 3pm.

The very best of luck to both teams and their managements.

The AGM will be held on Wednesday 1^st December at 7pm in the Hall in Ardpatrick. The nomination papers have been distributed via Whats app.  And if you are not on Whats app your nomination papers will be posted. If you are a member and have not received your nomination papers please contact Carmel.

There was no winner of the club lotto held on 3^rd November, the numbers drawn were 3, 5, 10, 19.

The €40 lucky dip went to Jimmy Crowe, Promotor Neil Hennessy.

The €20 lucky dips went to Margaret O’Sullivan, St Annes Tce, Promotor Centra, Derek McGrath, Promotor Brendan O Brien, Lauren Hennessy, Promotor Brendan O Brien, Teresa Gilligan, Promotor Carmel Murphy.

On Wednesday 10th the lotto is for a jackpot of €13,000 in the Pavillion.

November 3rd

As we head into November our hurlers are still going well.  In the last week our Junior B’s and U21’s had good wins over Kidimo Pallaskenry and Newcastle West respectively.

On the 26^th under lights in Rathkeale the U21’s had a great win over Newcastlewest in a fine game of hurling winning 1-15 to 1-14.  A very close match we fought hard to get the better of Newcastlewest.  The team was Mikey Duggan, Captain, Mike John O Dwyer, Michael Brazill Carroll, Mark Duggan, Niall Fitzgerald, Daithi Heffernan, Brian Hennessy, Sean O’Neill, Aidan Gilligan, Jimmy Quilty, Ciaran Considine, Killian Aherne, Danny Moloney, Colm O’Keeffe, Gavin Ryan, Sean O Sullivan, Robbie O Keeffe, James Quinn, Gearoid Lawlor, Mattie Watson.  The Management team is Paudie Leahy, Richie McCarthy, Pat Heffernan Jnr, Niall Moloney. S&C Brid Herbert.

On Saturday 30^th the Junior B’s took on Kildimo Pallaskenry in the County Quarter final in Caherdavin. This match went to extra time and we won on a scoreline of 0-27 to 2-18.  We played strongly for most of the match with a poor spell in the second half before the water break but we fought hard to come back to a draw at full time and finished strongly in extra time. 

The team lined out as follows; Mikey Duggan, Aidan Gilligan Jordan Slattery Don Flaherty Simon Hennessy Niall Moloney Vinnie Herbert Dave Flaherty Captain, Sheamie Ryan, James O Doherty Ciaran Considine Donnacha Leahy Dave Healy Gavin O Loughlin Barry Shaughnessy Ben Soundy for Donnacha Leahy, Sean Palmer for Dave Healy, Donnacha Leahy for Jordan Slattery, Niall Fitzgerald blood sub, Tommy Lee, Richie Cooke, Danny Moloney Eoin Quinn Gavin Ryan Sean O Sullivan Mark Duggan Richie Fitzgerald Mike Heffernan Robbie O Keeffe James Quinn Declan Gilligan Gearoid Lawlor.

We now progress to the county semi-final.  We are awaiting results from the other quarter finals to see who our opponents will be. 

Next up for the U21’s is Kildimo Pallaskenry on Wednesday 10^th November in Knocklong at 8pm

The Blackrock Effin Junior Camogie team played Ballybrown on 31^st in Ahane, winning the A Plate final on a score line of 5 14 to 1 11. Well done to all, great result.

There was no winner of the lotto held on the 27^th October 8, 15, 21, 26.  The €40 lucky dip went to Paddy Ryan St Anns Terrace Promotor McGraths Bar, the €20 lucky dips went to David Quilty Promotor Carmel Murphy Jim Keogh Promotor Brendan O Brien, Liam Moloney Promotor Brendan O Brien, Pat Heffernan Jnr Promotor Brendan O Brien

On the 3^rd of November the jackpot will be €13,000 in the Pavillion

October 27th

The Junior B team unfortunately lost the South final to Bruff 1-12 to 1-10. We however continue into the County series and play Kildimo Pallaskenry on Saturday 30^th at 2pm in Feenagh.  Best of luck to Dave Flaherty and the team and management.

The U17’s won the County shield by beating Croom 1-12 to 2-08. Congrats to all involved.

Congratulations to our neighbours Kilmallock and Effin on winning the Senior and Intermediate County finals and Mungret St Pauls on winning the Premier Intermediate.

There was no winner of the club lotto on 20^th October numbers drawn were 2, 4, 11, 25.

The €40 lucky dip went to Katie Healy, Promotor Brendan O Brien, the €20 lucky dips went to James O Sullivan Promotor Neil Hennessy, Mary Hanley, Lr Main St Promotor Centra, Fiona O Dowd, Promotor Brendan O Brien, Tomas Casey, Bosnetstown, Brendan O Brien. 

The next draw is on 27^th October in the Sportsfield Pavillion for a jackpot of €13,000.

October 20th

The Junior B’s continue on their winning ways beating Bruree 0-19 to 0-11 in the South Championship semi final. The final is next weekend but we don’t have a fixture yet. We will be playing Bruff in the South final .

The U21’s start championship v Newcastlewest next weekend also.  Again we are waiting on a venue etc. the fixture appears to be Sunday 24^th.

A new set of jerseys was presented to the club recently by Tom and Carmel Murphy mITw LTD. 

Well done to Scoil Pol girls and boys who were successful in the first round of their school competions in camogie and hurling.

Please see social media for the fixtures for next weekend. Blackrock Abu. 

There was no winner of the club lotto held on 13^th October.  The numbers drawn were 4, 8, 9, 26.
The €40 lucky dip went to Eimear O Doherty, promotor Brendan O Brien. 
The €20 lucky dips went to Darragh Hayes, Promotor Dugout, Breda Mulcahy, Promotor Brendan O Brien, Denis Power, Promotor Chrissie O Sullivan, Elaine O Toole, Promotor Breda Walsh.

On the 20^th October the draw is for €13,000 in the Pavillion.

October 13th

The Junior B’s completed the league section of the South Championship with a 100% success, beating Glenroe on Saturday on a score line of 4 18 to 0 08.  So we now play Bruree in the South Semi Final, we believe this match is the coming weekend but we have no fixture as yet.

The South Senior Final was fixed for next weekend V Kilmallock but we don’t expect it to go ahead this weekend, keep an eye on the papers and social media re fixtures.

The U21’s are out in Championship v Newcastlewest in the next few weeks.

The U17’s beat St Kierans in the County Shield Semi final on Sunday on a score line of 4 12 to 0 09.  They now play Croom in the final, tbc.

The u7’s finished their year on Sunday with a match v their parents and goodies and a medal presentation.  There were lots of happy boys and girls looking forward already to 2022.

There was no winner of the club lotto held on 6^th October.  The numbers drawn were 1, 7, 26, 27.   

The €40 lucky dip went to Lorraine O Sullivan, Mount Russell, Promotor Brendan O Brien, the €20 lucky dips went to Adrian Gilligan, Promotor Carmel Murphy, John O’Brien, Vale View, Promotor Donie O Sullivan , Kay Torpey and Paddy Ryan, Promotor Brendan O Brien, Helen O Flaherty, Fanstown, Promotor Breda Walsh. 

On Wednesday 13^th the jackpot will be €13,000 in the Pavillion.

October 6th

It was a good weekend for the club, with wins for the Senior hurlers and the Junior B’s.

The Senior hurlers beat Monaleen to retain Senior status for 2022. Well done to the team captained by Kevin Palmer and Paudie Leahy and managed by Aidan Fitzgerald and Jimmy Quilty. The score was 0-20 to 0-18.  The Senior hurlers year is over and we are looking forward to 2022 already.

The junior b’s played Camogue Rovers in the league section of the South Junior B championship, winning on a score line of 4-18 to 0-16. Great result.

We now top the table with 6 points from 3 matches, with only Glenroe left to play next Sunday in Kilfinane at 5pm.

There was no winner of the club lotto on Wednesday 22^nd.  The numbers drawn were 2, 5, 22, 29.

The €40 went to Shirley Fitzgerald, Promotor Brendan O Brien, the €20 Mary Mullins, Cush Promotor Breda Walsh, Carmel Sheehy Ballintubber, Promotor Harry’s, Pat and Deirdre McNamara, Promotor Carmel Murphy, Anne Keogh, St AnnsTce, Promotor Brendan O Brien.

There was no winner of the club lotto on Wednesday 29^th.  The numbers drawn were 1 10 21 22.

The €40 went to Mary Buckley Vale View, Promotor Breda Walsh. The €20 went to Ger O Brien, West End, Promotor Brendan O Brien, Danny Moloney, Ballyhoura Heights, Promotor Carmel Murphy, Matt Griffin, St AnnsTce, Promotor Brendan O Brien, Ester O Brien, Promotor Brendan O Brien.

Next week the jackpot remains at €13,000 in the Pavillion on Wednesday 6^th October.

September 29th

September 22nd

Due to results elsewhere in the Senior Championship group we now find ourselves in a relegation play off against Monaleen.  We don’t have a date for this match yet so keep an eye on facebook,papers etc.

The Junior B’s play Knockainy in round 3 of the South Championship, in Kilfinane on Thursday 23^rd at 6.30.

The U21 start championship Oct 24^th V Newcastlewest.

Well done to Rosie Quilty who was playing with the Limerick u15 camogie team this week.

There was no winner of the club lotto held on Sept 15^th.  The numbers drawn were 5 12 13 14.  The €40 lucky dip went to Pauline Kenneally, Promotor Centra

The €20 lucky dips went to Marie Clifford, Promotor Carmel Murphy

Cathy and Anie Leane, Promotor Chrissie O Sullivan, Catriona Quinn, Promotor Brendan O Brien, and Kay Torpy and Paddy Ryan, Promotor Harrys

The jackpot remains at €13,000 on Wednesday 22^nd September in the pavilion.

September 15th

A great win for the Blackrock Senior hurlers V Garryspillane on Sunday on a score line of 1-19 to 1-16. It was a close match and congratulations to Paudie Leahy and Kevin Palmer joint Captains and the team and management. Best wishes to Adrian Cooke who suffered a head injury in the first half which caused a delay of 30 minutes waiting for the ambulance to take him to UHL for review. Many thanks to the Ref and his officials, and the Gaelic Ground officials for their management of the injury and we are very grateful to the Garryspillane team and management for their cooperation with this unfortunate delay.

The Junior B’s had a winning start to their championship on Thursday last beating Effin on a scoreline of 1-24 to 2-11 in Effin. Next up is Knockainy on Thursday 23rd in Kilfinane.
Hard luck to the u14 girls who lost to Patrickswell and the u13 boys who lost to Ballybricken Bohermore in their finals this week, in close fought matches. Well done to all involved

There was no winner of the club lotto on the 8th September but there were 5 people with 3 numbers. The numbers drawn were 2 10 18 21.
The €40 went to Saoirse Clancy, Promotor Brendan O Brien,
The €20 lucky dips went to Tara McCarthy, Vale View, Promotor Brendan O Brien. Gareth Beechinor, Ardpatrick Promotor Carmel Murphy, Aoife Danaher, Promotor Brendan O Brien, Mike Sheehy, Glenroe, Promotor Brendan O Brien,
Next week the jackpot is €13,000 in the pavilion on Wednesday 15th September.

September 8th

The Senior hurlers started the Championship with a loss to South Liberties, 4-19 to 0-15.  We now play Garryspillane on Sunday 12^that 1.30 pm in the Gaelic Grounds, details re tickets etc to follow.

The Junior B’s start the South Championship on Thursday 9^th September V Effin in Effin at 6.30.

Well done to the u14 girls with Blackrock Effin Camogie team who have reached the A plate final by beating Bruff during the week.

Congratulations to all the Leaving Certs who did so well in their exams, best wishes for the future.

There was no winner of the club lotto held on 1^st September, the numbers drawn were 6, 11, 22, 24.  The €40 lucky dip went to Ellen Danaher Promotor Brendan O Brien

The €20 lucky dips went to Dolly Williams, Ardpatrick Promotor Harrys,  Marie O Connor, Ballyroe  Promotor Donie O Sullivan

Gerry Cullinane, Forest View, Promotor Brendan O Brien, Statia Clancy, West End Promotor Breda Walsh

The Jackpot on the 8^th will be €13,000 in the Pavillion.

September 1st

The celebrations continue as the Liam McCarthy settles into life in Limerick.  Well done to all the team, management, county bord and a special mention to the sports reporters who have regaled us all with pages of words about how excellent our team were in the All Ireland.  Well done to Hugh Murphy PRO who produced a fine programme. 

Now life and sport return to normal with the Senior hurlers playing South Liberties on Thursday 2^nd September in the Gaelic Grounds at 7.30.  There will be limited tickets available for the match, see facebook for details, we don’t have them yet.

The phone number to contact for the tickets is not the usual number.

Best of luck to Captains Kevin and Paudie and the team, Managers Aidan Fitzgerald and Jimmy Quilty and back room team.  Blackrock abu.

There was no winner of the lotto held on 18^thAugust, the numbers drawn were 5, 8, 17, 20

The €40 lucky dip went to Derek Griffin, Ardpatrick Promotor Carmel Murphy

The €20 lucky dips went to Marguerite Murpy, Promotor Centra

Abi O Sullivan, Cush, Promotor Chrissie O Sullivan,

Aisling O Brien, Cush, Promotor Brendan O Brien

Ger Tobin, Promotor Brendan O Brien

On 25^th August there was no winner of the jackpot.  The numbers drawn were 8, 13, 18. 30

The €40 lucky dip went to Simon Mackessy, Promotor Brendan O Brien

The €20 lucky dips went to Elaine O Toole, Wood Rd, Promotor Breda Walsh

Dave Dineen, Promotor Brendan O Brien

Kate Sheehy, Murrins Cross, Promotor Centra

Tommy Reid, Dublin Promotor Brendan O Brien

On September 1^st the lotto is for a jackpot of €13,000 in the Pavillion.

August 25th

Massive congratulations to the Limerick Senior hurlers on winning the All Ireland v Cork 3-32 to 1-22. Magnificent performance. Good times. Congratulations to John Kiely and the management team, the backroom team, Stats guys including Sean O'Donnell, the County Bord including Hugh Murphy PRO, and most especially the most amazing panel of 36 players who have lit up the summer for us and indeed the last 3 years with 3 All Irelands in 4 years. Luimneach abu!

Well done to the Blackrock Effin camogie team competing at Feile last weekend.

The lotto wasn’t won, €13,000 again on Wednesday 25^th.

Remaining notes next week

August 19th

The very best of luck to the Limerick Senior hurlers V Cork in the 2021 All Ireland final on Sunday next 22^nd August. The place is bedecked in Green and White and we hope John Kiely and his super team and management return home with the Liam McCarthy cup again. Best wishes to the county bord and PRO Hugh Murphy who will be busy for the week and also to Griffins Coaches who transport the team and back room officials.

There was no winner of the lotto held on the 11^th August, the numbers drawn were 1, 3, 14, 15.  The €40 lucky dip went to Patricia Roche, promotor Breda Walsh, the €20 lucky dips went to the following; John Quinn, Forest View, Promotor Donie O'Sullivan, Stephen Gilbourne, Promotor Brendan O'Brien, Mollys, Promotor Mollys, Fr Chris O'Donnell, Promotor Centra.

The Jackpot remains at €13,000 next week in the Pavillion.

The U19’s play Kilmallock on Friday night 20^th in Kilfinane at 7pm. Best of luck to all involved.

August 12th

The U19 ‘s started championship on Friday 6^th V Naomh Eoin, losing 0 18 to 0 8.  Next up is Garryspillane on Friday 13^th in Kilfinane at 7pm.

On Wednesday 4^th August there was no winner of the lotto, the numbers drawn were 13, 19, 21, 26.  The €40 went to Ballinvreena Social Cub, Promotor Brendan O Brien, the €20 lucky dips went to Marguerite Murphy, Promotor Centra, Laura O Connor, The Haven, Promotor Brendan O Brien. Liam Walsh, Darragh Beg, Promotor Brendan O Brien,AnieLeane, Forest View, Promotor Chrissie O Sullivan

Next Wednesday the lotto will be for a jackpot of €13,000 in the Sports field Pavillion.

The Limerick Senior hurlers play Cork in the All Ireland final, tense two weeks ahead.  Best of luck to John Kiely and everyone involved.

August 4th

This week two of our finest young hurlers played for Limerick. Jimmy Quilty captained the U20’s from mid field on Wednesday night where they lost by 2 points to Cork. It was very close at the end and we look forward to next year when Jimmy will still be U20. 

Best wishes to the Limerick Senior hurlers on Saturday 3^rd v Waterford in Croke Park.

On Tuesday night Killian Ahern was centre forward for the U17’s also v Cork. Cork won this match but our players fought to the end.

Well done to both players and congratulations to their families and themselves. Onto club activities now and best wishes to you both.

On Thursday last we played Ballybrown in the Semi Final of the All County league. In a wet and cold night we fought hard but lost on a scoreline of 3-07 to 0-26. 

The Championship will commence when the intercounty is finished.

There was no winner of the lotto on Wednesday 28^th.  The numbers drawn were 1, 13, 15, 26.  The €40 lucky dip went to Margaret Hennessy, Glebe Rd, Promotor Fintan Leahy, the €20 lucky dips went to Will and Georgie O’Sullivan, c/o Green Bar, Promotor Chrissie O’Sullivan. Rick Green, Mountain View, Promotor Breda Walsh, Tony and Lorraine Walsh, Kilmallock Promotor Breda Walsh, John Quinn, Forest View, Promotor Donie O’Sullivan

Next Wednesday the lotto will be for a jackpot of €13,000 in the Sports field Pavillion.

There is a new system for tickets and everyone is organised in pods and Croke Park are contacting each pod directly via email for ticket payment.  This system was emailed to the clubs last Saturday so the time to outline the new system to the public was limited and unfortunately not everyone contacted the club before the closing date and time. 

Best wishes to the Limerick Senior hurlers on Saturday 3^rd v Waterford in Croke Park. 

July 28th

Best of luck to Killian Ahern who is playing with the Limerick U17 hurlers on Tuesday night V Cork in Semple Stadium, at 7.30.

Best of luck to Jimmy Quilty who is captain of the Limerick U20 hurling team who play the Munster final on Wednesday 28th July in Pairc Ui Chaoimh at 7.30pm

Best of luck to both lads as they represent us at intercounty level. Luimneachabu.

The Senior team are due to play Kilmallock on Tuesday night in Bruff. However this game is in doubt and we are awaiting clarification on the fixture. Keep an eye on social media.

There was no winner of the lotto held on Wednesday 21st July. The numbers drawn were 3, 5, 16, 27. The €40 went to Michelle Quilty, Ardpatrick, Promotor Breda Walsh, the €20 lucky dips went to Pat O Brien, Ballyorgan, Promotor Brendan O Brien. David Quilty, Ardpatrick, Promotor Carmel Murphy, David Murphy, Ardpatrick Promotor Carmel Murphy, Jimmy Quilty Jnr, Promotor Carmel Murphy. Next Wednesday 28th the lotto will be held for a jackpot of €13,000 in the Sportsfield

July 21st

This week we had a fantastic win over Garryspillane in the South section of the All County League on Tuesday 13^th July, winning on a score line of 2-15 to 0-16. We are now awaiting the result of Kilmallock V Garryspillane to see if we are in the South final or a play off for the South final.

This week is a new chapter for one of our young hurlers. Jimmy Quilty jnr captains the Limerick U20’s V Clare and hopefully by the time these notes are read we will have beaten Clare. We wish Jimmy and his team mates and management the very best of luck on Monday night 19^th July.  It will be a proud night for the Quilty and O Sullivan families in the 2 parishes. Luimneach abu

The Limerick Senior hurlers are Munster Champions for the third year in a row. In a fantastic display Tipperary were beaten in Cork on Sunday 18^th.  Well done to John Kiely,  his super players and management team and back room team. 

Well done to the Limerick Junior ladies footballers and commiserations to the Limerick Senior Camogie team beaten by Wexford in a last minute penalty., also to the Limerick u16 team beaten by Cork during the week.

There was no winner of the club lotto held on 14^th July, the numbers drawn were 1, 15, 25, 28. The €40 lucky dip went to Derek McGrath, Ardpatrick. Promotor Brendan O Brien, the €20 lucky dips went to John O Sullivan, West End, Promotor Donie O Sullivan, Margaret O Rourke, Ardpatrick Promotor Neil Hennessy, Kevin Flynn, Ballinvreena, Promotor Brendan O Brien, Eamon Denihan, Ballinvreeena, Promotor Brendan O Brien

Next week the jackpot remains at €13,000 as per our lotto licence. A new jackpot continues to build in the background.

July 14th

The Junior b’s beat Bruff in the All county league on a scoreline 1-22 to 1-18.
This week the Limerick u20 hurling panel for 2021 was announced and we are all very proud that Jimmy Quilty is this years captain. Congratulations to Jimmy and the Quilty and O’Sullivan families. Delighted for you.
Limerick senior hurlers play Tipperary in the Munster hurling final on Sunday 18th in Thurles at 4pm, best wishes to John Kiely, Declan Hannon and everyone involved.
Any club member who wishes to be in the draw for a ticket, please contact Carmel before 6pm on Thursday 15th July. Due to covid restrictions the numbers remain limited.
Hard luck to the Limerick Senior footballers who lost to Cork this week.

There was no winner of the club lotto on Wednesday 7th July, the numbers drawn were 5, 22, 23, 30.
The €40 lucky dip went to Paddy O Sullivan, Mount Russell, Promotor Brendan O Brien, the €20 lucky dips went to Kate Sheehy Murins Cross, Promotor Centra, Patsy Cahill, Kilmurray, Promotor Brendan O Brien, Joe McMahon, Mount Russell, Promotor Brendan O Brien, Kieran Heffernan, Castleknock, Promotor Brendan O Brien.
On Wednesday 14th the jackpot will be €13,000 in the pavilion.

July 6th

Well done to the Senior hurlers who beat Glenroe on Sunday night in the All county league 1 14 to 0 13.

Well done to the Limerick Senior hurlers who have beaten Cork to reach the Munster final and play Tipperary in 2 weeks time seeking Three in a row.

Hard luck to the Minor hurlers v Galway in the 2020 All Ireland semi final, and the Senior Camogie team that lost to Cork in the Munster final.

See facebook for Bord nanOg and Blackrock Effin fixtures for the week.

There was no winner of the club lotto held on 30^th June.  The numbers drawn were 9, 14, 20, 25.  The €40 lucky dip went to Yada Treacy, Promotor Brendan O Brien, €20 lucky dips went to Liam Flanagan, High Bridge, Promotor Centra, Tommy Lee, Promotor Brendan O Brien, Tommy Hanley, West End, Promotor Brendan O Brien, Patrick O Sullivan, Ballyroe, Promotor Donie O Sullivan.  On the 6^th of July the jackpot remains €13,000 in the Pavillion.

June 30th

The junior B’s were beaten by Staker Wallace on Sunday in the All county league, 7 points to 15. Next up is Camogue Rovers next weekend. The fixture date is not confirmed, keep an eye on face book for updates.

The Senior match V Dromin Athlacca did not take place during the week, we play Glenroe on Sunday 4^th at 7.30 pm in Glenroe

Well done to the Limerick senior footballers and the Senior Camogie teams who both beat Waterford at the weekend.

Best wishes to the 2020 minor team who play Galway on Friday next in the 2020 All Ireland semifinal, including our own Sean O’Neill.

The Senior hurlers take on Cork in the Munster semifinal on Saturday 3^rd, and the Senior Camogie team also play Cork in the Munster final also at 7.30 on the 3^rd.

Bord na nOg and Blackrock Effin camogie teams are busy training and playing matches these days also.  There is a full programme of activity in the field, and it is great to see all ages enjoying sport.

Best wishes to all our teams over the next week.

There was no winner of the club lotto held on 23^rd June, the numbers drawn were 2 5 13 19.  The €40 lucky dip went to Brendan Hennessy, Promotor Brendan O Brien.  The €20 lucky dips went to Breda and Alannah Walsh, Promotor Breda Walsh, Tommy Quane, promotor Harry Murphy, John Quilty, promotor Brendan O Brien, Dave Crowe, Promotor Brendan O Brien.

The Jackpot on the 30^th is €13,000 in the Pavillion.

June 23rd

Good week for the Senior hurlers with 2 wins for 2 in the All County league, beating Bruff on Thursday night 2-21 to 1-17, and Knockainy 0-27 to 1-16 on Saturday night in Kilfinane. The junior b’s were beaten by Garryspillane on Sunday 2-16 to 2-20.

There was no winner of the club lotto held on 16^th June, the numbers drawn were 12, 14, 24, 29.  The €40 went to John Dawson, Vale View Promotor Donie O Sullivan, the €20 lucky dips went to Thomas Gleeson, Vale View, Promotor Tom Gleeson, Liam Flanagan, High Bridge, Promotor Centra, Marguerite Murphy, Centra, Promotor Centra, Karen McCarthy, Kilfinane, Promotor Brendan O’Brien. On 23^rd June the jackpot will be €13,000 in  the Pavillion.

Fixtures; the Senior team play Dromin Athlacca on Wednesday night in Kilfinane at 7.30 and the junior b’s play Staker Wallace on Sunday 27^th in Kilfinane at 12md.

Best wishes to our county players Jimmy Quilty, Sean O’Neill and Killian Aherne as they prepare for Championship with the Limerick teams.

Many thanks to the Mayor of Limerick Michael Collins and local Councillor Mike Donegan for presenting Blackrock GAA with a framed scroll on behalf of Limerick County and City Council for recognition of voluntary work during the pandemic.

June 16th

There was no winner of the club lotto held on the 9th June. The numbers drawn were 6 9 12 29. The €40 lucky dip went to Kerrie Murphy, promotor Carmel Murphy, the €20 lucky dips went to Aisling Wallace, promotor Chrissis O’Sullivan, Tim O’Sullivan, promotor Chrissie O’Sullivan, Ruairi O’Shaughnessy, prom Breda Walsh, Ellen Casey, prom Brendan O’Brien
On Wed 16th June the draw will be held in the Pavillion for a jackpot of €13,000.
Our matches at the weekend ended in a loss for the Junior B’s in the 2020 South Championship final against Bruree and for the Seniors against Kilmallock in the first round of the All County league.
Next up for the Senior team is v Bruff on the 17th June in Kilfinane at 7.30. 100 supporters in total on a first come basis. And against Knockainy on Sunday 20th at 2.30pm.
The Junior B’s play Garryspillane on Sunday 20th June at 12.00 in Knocklong.
Best of luck to the Leaving Certs as they continue their exams.

June 10th

There was no winner of the club lotto held on June 2^nd. The numbers drawn were 5, 15, 22, 27.

The €40 lucky dip went to Denis McDonnell, Kilfinane, Promotor Brendan O Brien. The €20 lucky dips went to Ellen Danaher, Promotor Brendan O Brien, Mike Cooke, Promotor Brendan O Brien, Helen Sheehy, Radharc Cillin, Promotor Brendan O Brien, Yvonne Kelly, Craughwell Promotor Centra

Next week the jackpot is €13,000 on Wed 9^th in the Sportsfield

We are off to winning ways as the Junior B’s beat Camogue Rovers in last years South Championship semi final on a scoreline of 2 14 to 0 10.  Well done the Beaks

Well done to the Limerick Senior hurlers V Cork, and very well done to the Limerick Senior Camogie team who nearly beat the All Ireland Champions Kilkenny, very close, well done ladies.

June 2nd

There was no winner of the club lotto held on Wednesday 26th May. The numbers drawn were 1 3 23 24. The €40 lucky dip went to Mike Roche, Treada na Ri, Promotor Brendan O Brien, the €20 lucky dips went to Margaret and Joe McCarthy Promotor Brendan O Brien, John Healy, Main St, Promotor Brendan O Brien, Majella O Sullivan Promotor Donie O Sullivan, Jim Ryan, Cush, Promotor Brendan O Brien. The next lotto is on Wednesday 2nd June for a jackpot of €13,000.

Some Fixtures have been added to our fixtures list for our Junior Bs, Seniors and U17s.

Well done to the Limerick senior footballers, and the junior Camogie teams who won their league matches at the weekend, with the Senior Footballers now in the league semi final for division 3.  The Senior camogie and ladies football teams were beaten in their league matches.

Best wishes to all teams out next weekend especially the Senior hurlers V Cork.  Always one for discussion.

Well done to the HearSay festival at the weekend,  lovely weather and lovely atmosphere around the place.

May 26th

There was no winner of the Club lotto held on 19^th May, the numbers drawn were 11 18 23 25.  The €40 lucky dip went to John McMahon, promotor Con Danaher, the €20 lucky dips went to Ollie Herbert, Promotor Brendan O Brien, Mike Cooke, Promotor Brendan O Brien, John Brazill, Promotor Breda Walsh, Denis O Connell Cush, Promotor Brendan O Brien. The next lotto is on the 26^th May in the Sportsfield, for a jackpot of €13,000.

As our hurlers return to training all current covid restrictions remain in place. On June 7^th the Junior B hurlers play Camogue Rovers in the South 2020 Championship semifinal.

May 20th

There was no winner of the club lotto held on the 12^th May but there were several patrons close with 3 numbers, the numbers drawn were 7, 9, 17, 20.

The €40 lucky dip went to Cathy and Anie Leane, Promotor Chrissie O Sullivan. The €20 lucky dips went to Karen McCarthy, Promotor Brendan O Brien, Mark O Sullivan, Promotor Brendan O Brien, Nicole and Makayla Fitz, Promotor Brendan O Brien, Helen Soundy, Promotor Breda Walsh. The jackpot remains at €13,000. And the draw will be on Wednesday 19^th May in the Sportsfield.

Congratulations to the Limerick Senior Footballers and the Junior Camogie team on victories in the national leagues over the weekend. Unfortunately the Senior hurlers suffered their first defeat in 18 months, with a loss to Galway. 

Best wishes to the teams contesting national league matches next week, the Senior hurlers play Waterford, the footballers play Offaly and the Senior camogie team play Clare, the junior team play Carlow.

Anyone who wants membership needs to get in touch now or pay on line, deadline approaching,

The Junior b hurlers will be the first out in competition playing Camogue Rovers in the 2020 South Championship semi final on 7th June.

May 13th

There was no winner of the club lotto held on 5^th May, the numbers drawn were 5 17 19 22.  The €40 went to Dermot and Karen Ryan, c/o Joan Slattery, Promotor Donie O’Sullivan

The €20 lucky dips went to Kate Sheehy, Muirins Cross, Promotor Central, Anne O Connell, Ardpatrick, Promotor Carmel Murphy, Liam Flanagan, High Bridge, Promotor Centra, Joe McMahon, Mount Russell, Promotor Brendan O Brien

The next lotto will be on 12^th May for a jackpot of €13,000 in the Sportsfield Pavillian.

So the whats app groups are active again as all age groups return to play, we are all delighted to be getting back on the field, however many restrictions remain for the safety of our players and managements as we continue to fight the pandemic.  We thank everyone for your cooperation and patience.

The Junior B hurlers will play last years South Semi final V Camogue Rovers on 7^th June at 3pm in Hospital, sadly no spectators will be allowed.We are still taking requests for membership and lotto combinations, contact your local committee member or contact Carmel, or go on line onto foireann.ie.

Congratulations to the Limerick Senior hurlers as they drew with Tipperary in the first round of the league. Best wishes to the footballers who take on Tipperary next Saturday and the hurlers who take on Galway on Sunday. Luimneach abu.

May 6th

A first for Blackrock GAA this week with an outdoor AGM, it was nice to discuss matters face to face but it was cold, hopefully we can soon all meet indoors. Maura Quane has returned to the top table as the new treasurer, Fintan Leahy continues as Chairman, Seoirse Bulfin as Vice Chairman and Carmel Murphy as Secretary. All other officers were also returned unopposed and John Walsh was thanked for his years of service as Treasurer, John has stepped down since the nomination papers were returned.

There was no winner of the Club lotto. The numbers drawn were 7, 9, 15, 26, so the jackpot remains at €13,000. The €40 lucky dip went to Simon Daly, Athlacca, promotor Centra, the €20 lucky dips went to Patsy Danaher, c/o Con Danaher, Dylan Dawson, promotor Brendan O’Brien, Bernie Denihan, Promotor Brendan O’Brien, and Carmel O’Connor, promotor Brendan O’Brien. Next draw Wed 5^th May.

Club membership is now available on www.foireann.ie there are several options, adult membership is €40, adult membership with lotto for the remainder of the year is €80, student and OAP €20 and social membership(for the walking track) is €20, student and OAP and social membership with lotto for the remainder of the year is €70. 12 year members are covered. If you have any questions contact Carmel

Intercounty hurling returns next weekend and Limerick play Tipperary on Saturday 8^th May at 17.30 in Limerick, best wishes to John Kiely and the team and management.

Underage training has returned for the boys and girls of bord nanOg and Blackrock/Effin camogie clubs. Best wishes to everyone involved.

April 28th

The Club lotto returns on 28^th April.  Tickets €2 or 3 for €5, from all usual sellers, and there is a membership and lotto offer. 

We will be holding an outdoor AGM on Wednesday 28^th April in the Sportsfield.  Social distancing will be observed and masks to be worn.

Club membership is now available on www.foireann.ie  there are several options, adult membership is €40, adult membership with lotto for the remainder of the year is €80, student and OAP €20 and social membership(for the walking track) is €20, student and OAP and social membership with lotto for the remainder of the year is €70.  12 year members are covered.  If you have any questions contact Carmel

April 21st

The club was very saddened this week with the death of Tommy Carroll, former club player, underage coach and supporter after a short illness. Pre deceased by his brother John we extend our deepest sympathies to his partner Siobhan, his children Sean and Sophie, his parents Alice and Tommy Snr, his sisters Mary and Aine and brother Edwin and their families, his parents in law and many relations and friends. There is an air of sadness around the town and the club, please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers.

Due to unforeseen circumstances there will be no lotto this week and we will start back on 28^th April. Weather permitting we will be holding an outdoor AGM that week. Please keep note on all forms of media to get up to date information. There will be limited notice given as it is weather dependant.

Club membership is now available on www.foireann.ie  there are several options, adult membership is €40, adult membership with lotto for the remainder of the year is €80, student and OAP €20 and social membership(for the walking track) is €20, student and OAP and social membership with lotto for the remainder of the year is €70. For detailed instructions on how to do this click here. 12 year members are covered. If you have any questions contact Carmel. 

April 14th

The weekly club lotto will return on Wed 21^st April. The jackpot currently stands at €13,000. Tickets are €2 each, or 3 for €5. A lotto ticket for the remainder of the year is available for €50. This is a special offer as a thank you to all our supporters for your support over the last difficult year. Adult membership is €40, membership and lotto €80, OAP or student membership is €20 and OAP or student membership with lotto for the year €70, membership for use of the walking track is €20, and lotto with membership for use of the walking track €70. This can be accessed online by going into the GAA foireann where it is possible to register to the club and pay via stripe. For detailed instructions on how to do this click here. If you have any queries please contact Carmel or send message on facebook.

As the covid restrictions begin to ease we hope to have our AGM very shortly and we will keep everyone updated as return to play dates become available.

March 18th

Due to level 5 restrictions the lotto is currently suspended. However as soon as we have some easing of restrictions we will recommence the lotto

The Club would like to express our sympathy to our Club President Donie O’Sullivan Chapel Lane on the death of Kathleen his wife.  Our thoughts are with Donie and their family, Donie Jnr, Marie, Tommy, Jose and Brid and their families, the extended O’Sullivan families, and to the Kennedy families in Kathleen’s native Effin. Rest in Peace Kathleen

Club membership is due and can be accessed on line, where possible register on line and it is possible to pay through this system or payment can be made to a committee member. Further details next week. 

Anyone who has paid 12 year membership is covered but we would ask that you go on line to register for the year but no money is due.  The system the GAA are using is called Foireann and we will explain the system next week.

For any queries contact Carmel

Happy St Patricks day to all.

Febraury 24th

Congratulations to the Limerick Senior hurling team and management on the recent All Stars, Limerick received 9 All Stars and Gearoid Hegarty was awarded the Player of the year for 2020.  Special mention to Nickie Quaid from our neighbouring club Effin on winning the goalie All Star, and Bruffs Sean Finn on his 3 in a row All Stars. Well done to all our players hurling and football on their All Star nominations and to Amy Ryan on her football team of the year award.

As always John Kiely gave a fine interview and we look forward to the hurling in 2021, club and county.

We will be in a position to have club membership payedon line in the next week or so. Details next week.

February 3rd

It was a very productive and rewarding night last Thursday at the RTE sports awards 2020.  Congratulations to the Limerick Senior hurling team, winning the team of the year, John Kiely, winning Manager of the year and Oisin O’Callaghan, winning young sports person of the year.  We are delighted that Limerick has been shown in such a good light.  Well done to everyone involved.

Next up will be the All Stars where hopefully some of our fourteen hurlers and one footballer will be rewarded, Gearoid Hegarty is also nominated for player of the year.

As per Government guidelines the GAA field remains closed to all activities. The walking track is open for use but for health and safety reasons dogs are not allowed.  Dog faeces is very dangerous to the health of the public especially children.

Club membership remains at €40 for adults, €20 for OAP’s and students, and €20 for social membership which allows for use of the walking track.  This can be paid to your local committee member when safe to do so.

The offer of membership and lotto for the year is €100 for adults and €90 for OAP’s. This is a discounted rate as we are unsure when the lotto will resume. We will resume once the current restrictions have been reduced.

January 27th

Best wishes to John Kiely nominated for Manager of the year, the Limerick hurling team for team of the year and Gearoid Hegarty for sportsperson of the year.  Also Oisin O Callaghan is nominated for young sportsperson of the year for down hill cycling.  Best of luck to all. Luimneach abu

As per Government guidelines the GAA field remains closed to all activities. The walking track is open for use but for health and safety reasons dogs are not allowed.  Dog faeces is very dangerous to the health of the public especially children.

Club membership remains at €40 for adults, €20 for OAP’s and students, and €20 for social membership which allows for use of the walking track.  This can be paid to your local committee member when safe to do so.

The offer of membership and lotto for the year is €100 for adults and €90 for OAP’s. This is a discounted rate as we are unsure when the lotto will resume. We will resume once the current restrictions have been reduced.

January 13th

The weekly lotto has been suspended for the moment due to the covid restrictions, we will resume when it safe to do so.

There have been many local deaths recently and we would like to express our sympathy to all the grieving families.

The walking track is open, please wear a mask if near other people and as always for health and safety there are no dogs allowed.

All GAA activities are suspended currently and we will advise re the AGM and match fixtures when we have details on same.