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Indoor Camogie at Aquinas Back!!
Indoor training restarts on Sat 6th Feb
U6 - 12.00
U8 - 1pm
U10- 2pm
Indoor at Aquinas
Bredagh U8s and U10s in action at Aquinas on Saturday 28th November. Please remember next week 5th December is the last week until early February.
U6 - U12 Indoor Training
There will be no indoor camogie on Saturday 21st November as Aquinas is being used for P7 tests.
Training resumes on Sat 28th November for 2 weeks and then stops until early Feb.
AGM 16th Nov 2009
Camogie AGM Mon 16th Nov
Bredagh Camogie AGM will be held in the Parish Hall - Opposite Cherryvale @ 7.30pm on Monday 16th November. All welcome.
U6 - U10 INDOOR TRAINING SAT 14th NOV at Aquinas USUAL TIMES
Camogie Indoor Training
Indoor training for U6,U8 and U10s will start Sat 3rd October in Aquinas Grammar School.
U6 12 - 1pm
U8 1 - 2pm
U10 2- 3pm
Please use the Knockeden entrance. There will be a charge of £2 per player per session. Unfortunately we have had to increase the charge to ensure we meet the cost of hiring the hall.
Any player who is already 10, or will be 10 on or before 1st Jan 2010, should attend U12 training from now on. U12s are still training outdoors at Cherryvale from 1.30 - 3pm and will move indoors later.
Visit to Croke Park 2009
Cork Celebrate their victory over Kilkenny
Megan Hughes and Ella Durkin
Andrea McKillop and Maeve Deery
Amy Magee keeps the flag flying for Clare.
Bria O'Gorman and Etaoin Devlin
Annie Hackett>
Kitty Rogers,Etáoin Devlin and Rebecca McKegney took on several stewards and managed to find their way on to the hallowed turf after the game.
All Ireland Camogie Final 2009
All Ireland camogie final trip arrangements
U14 Camogie League (Tue 18th Aug)
Bredagh 1.2 v Portaferry 0.1
Bredagh U14s found it difficult to recapture last weeks excellent form as they struggled to take control of the game this evening away to Portaferry.
However they grafted hard in the second half and did enough to take a few scores and the all-important points of the game.
Molly McMullan on the run.
Bredagh forwards ready to pounce as Megan Hughes takes a free in.
The girls will now face Ballygalget at Cherryvale next Tuesday evening and a win will secure a joint top place and possible play-off with Ballygalget to top their section of league. All support will be welcome!
Senior Camogie
Training with U16s at Cherryvale Thur 20th - 6.30pm
U8s & U10s Enjoy a great day at Casement
The U10 panel played games against Ballycastle, Gort na Mona, Cushendun and Loughgiel.
The Bredagh girls were slow off the blocks and suffered a defeat against a classy Ballycastle outfit. They conceded 2 early goals. Final Score 2-1 to No Score.
The next game against Gort na Mona was a different matter though with girls competing for every ball right from the off. They won the game 3-0 to 1-0. Eimear Rodgers scored the first goal with an excellent strike after a hardworking Ciara Blaney won possession in midfield and provided a great through pass. Gort na Mona fought back though however the Bredagh back line of Meabh and Etaoin Devlin consistently made great blocks. Bredagh’s second goal was a real beauty. Maeve Deery spotted the Gort na Mona keeper off her line and lashed the sliothar the full length of the pitch and into the corner of the goal directly from a free-out. Gort na Mona then scored a goal leaving the game on a knife edge. Bredagh midfielders, Emma Jennings and Zoe Waterfield were winning the battle though and eventually the sloithar broke to Meabh McElroy who beat her marker and with the keeper approaching played a nice inside pass to Eimear Rodgers to finish a great passage of play with an easy goal.
The next game was against Cushendun who were unbeaten. This was a tough encounter with few scoring opportunities. As it happened Anna Doyle, (playing in midfield), picked up the sloithar, rounded her marker and scored with a beautiful 20 metre strike into the corner of the goal. Cushendun had the Bredagh defence under constant pressure but Annie Hackett, playing out of position in goals saved two great goal bound efforts before finally getting beaten. The Bredagh girls also had their own chances to win the game but a draw was a fair result.
The final game was against Loughgiel and was a game too many for the Bredagh girls who were exhausted after the Cushendun match.
The coaches, (Bernie & John), were delighted with the overall performance as it was the first competitive match after the summer break.
One Bredagh U8 found the effort just tooo much and required a strong motivational talk from her team mate to help get her back on her feet again.
Calling U12s !!
A note From your Coaches:
We train on Tuesday evenings 6.30 - 7.45 and on Saturdays from 1.30 - 3.00 p.m.
All girls are expected to turn up to the training sessions.
U8 Training Sat 8th Aug
The U8s are competing at Casement on Sat morning but please note that training WILL BE ON AT AQUINAS from 2 - 3 as usual.
U10 Camogie Training Sat 8th August
There will be no U10 Camogie training on Saturday as U10s will take part in a blitz tournament at Casement on Sat. Please contact Bernie on 07780543512 for further details.
U12 Training Details
U12's will be having a training session tomorrow Thursday 30th July from 6.30 to 7.45. Man
U8 Training Details
U8 Camogie training starts back Aug 1st – check out details.
U8 camogie training will start back on Saturday Aug. 1st at Aquinas Grammar School outdoor pitch from 2:00pm – 3:15pm. Training will also be held on Tues. evenings @ Cherryvale 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Coaches can’t wait to see you all!!
Don’t forget that Cul Camp starts on Monday Aug 3rd. Please bring along your hurley, helmet, boots and shin guards. If you do not have a helmet of your own we have new maroon and white helmets all size medium for sale @ £35.00.
Contact Anne @ 07720841509 for more details
U10 Camogie Training Details
U10 camogie training will recommence on Saturday 1st August 2.00pm - 3.30pm
Training will also be held on Tue nights 6.30 - 7.30pm
See U8 notice about Cul Camp next week!
U14 Feile Report 2009
President Joan O Flynn seen here with the Bredagh Team.
Refer to U14 section for a full report of the action from the Feile in Laois.
Congratulations to all the girls involved and a special thanks to everyone who helped to make the trip a success.
Well Done!
U14s Start well in Laois
Bredagh U14 camogs fought hard to draw level with O'Moores in their first game at the Feile in Laois. It was a hard fought game with a great standard of play and ended Bredagh 1.2 O'Moores 0.5
Tomorrow they face a very strong Camross team from County Offaly and we all wish them well.
U12s Bredagh Vs Castlewellan (13th June 2009)
Bredagh U12 Camogie team recorded an emphatic win on Saturday 13th June in the preliminary round of the Shield competition.
Score Castlewellan 1-0, Bredagh 4-0.
Refer to U12 section for full details.
U14s to make history at Feile in Laois
After only 4 years in existence, the growth of Bredagh Camogie has exceeded all expectations, with approximately 150 players competing from U8 to senior level.
The club owes much of it’s success to a dynamic committee who have worked tirelessly to nurture and promote the game in the local schools and community.
All the hard work is beginning to pay off as the U14 camogs will make history by representing Down for the first time at the All Ireland Feile in Laois from Friday 19 – 21 June 2009.
Bredagh qualified for the All Ireland Feile by winning the Co. Down Feile in April where the team progressed to the final without conceding a point and won a fiercely contested final against Ballygalget in front of a large partisan crowd in Portaferry.
Bredagh will compete in Division 2 of the Feile with O’Moore’s (Laois), Camross (Offaly) and Lismore (Waterford) all in the same section.
The team will play host club O’Moore’s on the Friday afternoon and the further two round robin matches on Saturday morning. The semi-finals are held on the Saturday evening with the final at midday on the Sunday.
The host club, O’Moore’s, is based in Ballyfin, Co. Laois and was set up in 2004 as a result of the amalgamation of two existing clubs, Mountmellick and Slieve Bloom. In 2007, O’Moore’s won the U12 County final and the U14 Shield final. Their U14 team went one better in 2008 by winning the County final.
Paul Blaney Chair of Bredagh GAC states that he is delighted with the success of the camogs and on behalf of the whole club wishes the players the very best for the Feile.
Portaferry Win Ita O'Connor Cup
Ronan Costello presents Portaferry's Captain with the Ita O'Connor Cup.
Anne Costello donated the cup for the annual Down U10 tournament in memory of her mother Ita from County Clare.
Bredagh GAC organised this year’s Ita O’Connor U10 Camogie tournament which took place in Cherryvale on Sunday. Eight clubs from all over County Down competed in a very exciting event. Bredagh were placed in a group with Ballygalget, An Riocht and Clonduff. The other group included Attical, Ballycran, Portaferry and Warrenpoint.
Bredagh’s first match was against Ballygalget and despite going a goal down, the Bredagh girls fought back to equalise. Great defensive play by Eimear Rogers, Ciara Blaney and Rebekah McKegney meant that Bredagh held on for a draw (1-0 : 1-0).
The next opponents were Clonduff and Bredagh quickly took control of the game. Meabh Devlin and Maeve Deery ran things in the middle of the pitch while, up front, Andrea McKillop, Ciara Swail and Zoe Waterfield could not be stopped. Bredagh emerged clear winners (3-0 : 0-0).
In the final group match, Bredagh and An Riocht could not be separated. Bria O’Gorman, Olivia French, Bria Deighan and Emma Jennings worked very hard but points were hard to come by and the game finished in a draw (0-0 : 0-0).
Bredagh were unbeaten in their group (one win and two draws) and ended the day in joint first place. However, because they had scored more goals in their games, Ballygalget went through to the final against Portaferry.
The final had to go to extra time, and Portaferry eventually emerged winners (2-0 : 0-0). It was a very deserving victory for Portaferry as they had won all 4 of their matches without conceding a single point.
The Ita O’Connor cup was presented to the Portaferry captain by Ronan Costello, son of Anne and Frank and grandson of Ita O’Connor herself who was Anne’s late mother. In a short speech, Anne thanked all the clubs who took part and praised all the players for the fine displays of camogie which were enjoyed by a large and noisy crowd.
Special thanks are due to all the parents who helped make sandwiches for the visiting teams. The coaches brought the leftover food to Stella Maris House and the staff there asked them to pass on their thanks to the Club.
The Bredagh U10 squad below:
Back from left: Meabh Devlin, Maeve Deery, Ciara Swail, Olivia French, Ciara Blaney, Bria O'Gorman
Front from left: Zoe Waterfield, Bria Deighan, Andrea McKillop, Emma Jennings, Eimear Rogers, Rebekah McKegney
Rebekah McKegney goes for the throw in.
Portaferry shake hands after beating Ballygalget.
Portaferry with the Ita O'Connor cup.
Anne Costello, in the presence of her sons, presents runners up Ballygalget with medals.
Andrea McKillop blocks Clonduff.
Emma Jennings win possession
Andrea McKillop in battle against An Riocht
Meabh Devlin keeps her eyes on the ball.
Emma Jennings goes for goal.
Meabh Devlin strikes under pressure.
Rebekah McKegney on the attack.
Emma Jennings wins possession once again.
U8 & U10 camogie. Dates for your calander!
Bredagh camogie will be hosting the u10 Ita O Connor cup in Cherryvale this Sunday 14th June at 12 noon .
All Bredagh under 8 players are invited to attend, as there will be Go Games for this age group.
Parents are asked to make sandwiches for visiting teams and bring them to the church hall at 11:30am
There is no training this Saturday 13th.
Next training session: Aquinas Sat. 20th June 2pm – 3pm (last session at Aquinas)
U8 – U10s Teddy Bear’s picnic with Ballycastle camogie club: Sat. 27th June at 12noon in Cherryvale.
Bring packed lunch: parents be prepared to have fun!
Camogie training will stop for the month of July and restart on Sat.1st August in Cherryvale.
Cul camp dates August 3rd – 7th. Bring your own helmet and hurl. Download application form on Downgaa.net
Enjoy the break!
Anne, Gerry, Bernard, Pat, Emma, Alice and Pieta.
07720841509
U14s prepare for Feile in Laois
Former Antrim Hurling manager Jim Nelson took time out from a busy schedule
to put the Bredagh U14 camogie team through their paces in a sweltering
Cherryvale in preparation for the team's participation in the All Ireland
Feile which begins on Friday 19th June in Laois.
Bredagh U14 Feile Fundraiser SAT 13th June
Bredagh U14s BEDDING PLANTS,CAKES,BUNS & BOOKS SALE!!
Rosario Hall - (Opposite Cherryvale) 1pm Sat 13th June
Your support will be greatly appreciated - all donations welcome. Please leave at Hall on the day.
Ita O'Connor Cup - U10s
Bredagh will be hosting this year’s Ita O’Connor U10 Camogie Tournament in Cherryvale on Sunday 14 June. Matches will start at 12pm. We are expecting at least 10 clubs from all over Down to attend. Bredagh will be entering one team only and Bredagh players will be notified during the week if they have been selected to play.
U8s at Ballycran
Back Left: Bernard McKee, Eva McStay, Cate Blaney, Jenna
McStay, Sarah O'Rourke, Kitty Rogers, Eve Elliot, Gerry Rogers.
Front Left: Bronagh Donaghy, Lily McKee, Lara McStay, Mia Carnie, Aiofe
McCamphill, Anna McKee.
Bredagh U8s had a very successful day at Ballycran - Report to follow - please check U8 section.
U8 & U10s at Ballycran 30th May 2009
Bredagh brought two U10 teams and one U8 team to sunny Ballycran on Saturday for a County Blitz. In total, 33 Bredagh camogs enjoyed a very competitive tournament as well as the hospitality of the host club who kept everyone fed and watered throughout the day.
For pictures please see U8 and U10 sections.
U10 camogie Blitz 30th May 2009
All Under 10 camogs are invited to a Blitz in Ballycran on Saturday 30 May. Please be in Cherryvale at 1015 so we can leave at 1030. Bring helmet, stick and shinguards along with a packed lunch and water. We need parents to help with lifts. Please call Kevin to confirm if you can give lifts.
Because of the Blitz, there will be no U10 camogie training on Saturday 30 May.
Kevin (07730 817392)
U12 Bredagh V Ballygalget
Score Bredagh 1-0 Ballygalget 4-0
The match was played in heavy conditions after a day of almost non-stop rain which thankfully eased off just before the start of the match. Bredagh were under pressure from a strong Ballygalget team from the start and the defence with Maebh Wills, Ciara McKillop and Meg Kieran defended well before Ballygalget finally breached Nuala McManus the netminder. Two more goals were to follow soon after as Bredagh battled bravely to stem the tide. Centre back and captain Molly McMullan was outstanding in the first half soaking up a lot of pressure and working the ball through to the midfield where Aideen McPeak, Lucy Jennings and Maebh Devlin were starting to get to grips with their counterparts. Ella Durkin was coming more and more into the game with an increasing supply of the ball she started to carry the attack to the heart of the Ballygalget defence and was indeed, unlucky not to score when she was penalised for taking the ball into her hand for a third time. Bredagh conceded another goal just before half time to end the half 4.0- 0.0 in arrears.
The second half was to prove a much more productive affair as Bredagh started to get more possession and take the game to Ballygalget. Again Molly McMullan was playing a heroic part at the heart of the Bredagh defence and helped set up increasingly frequent Bredagh attacks. The midfield were also getting on top with Lucy, Aideen and Maebh battling for every ball. Ella Durkin continued to carry the ball to the heart of the Ballygalget defence and it was Ella who was to get Bredagh’s first goal from a free almost 35 yards from the goal which she sweetly struck to the net. Bredagh continued to press for another score which would have given the score a fairer reflection but it was not to be. Hannah McKegney worked very hard and was unlucky not to score. Aine Wills and Aoife McCanny tried hard to breach the Ballygalget defence with a limited supply of the ball in the first half. They were replaced by Emer McIlroy and Rhionach Kelly who are gaining in confidence and ability from getting more game time. Hananh and Ella played well throughout and are beginning to pose a real threat to opposing defences. The midfield of Aideen, Lucy and Maebh are also improving with every game and forming a very effective partnership. Centre back Molly McMullan was the best player on view and is really benefiting from playing at U14 level. The full back line finishing with Kati Mulholland, Olivia Ray and Ciara McKillop and netminder, Nuala McManus kept a strong Ballygalget team scoreless in the second half which was a real achievement.
Overall it was a good team performance particularly in the second half and the team are showing real signs of progress.
Senior League Division 3
Ballygalget 8.3 v Bredagh 1.0 Mon 19th May 2009
(Denise Stevenson 1.0)
The reality of having moved up a division is becoming clearer to the Bredagh girls as the season progresses and we continue to meet teams that serve as a reminder of the level of commitment and team spirit required if we are to progress any further. Indeed, after the first round matches – 1 draw and four defeats, the thoughts must now shift from challenging for the title to survival in Division 3. It is pointless to hide behind the fact that the side has been hit by a series of injuries, that we struggle to effectively manage fixtures with our dual players who are absent too often, that we lose players at exam times or even that the difficulty with lack of suitable training space holds us back.
We have from our last four matches witnessed the level of speed, skill and physical presence with which the opposing teams go about their business in Division 3 and need now to set our targets firmly on achieving a much higher work rate and commitment from all of our players at training. We have the gift of an experienced and dedicated coach Rory Galway who has spent time on the training ground reinforcing the basic skills and trying to build on the fitness levels and he needs to reap some rewards for his effort.
The skill is there with most players but we now need to establish a level of fluency within our play and develop the ability to pass the ball around the pitch without losing possession as we have seen from our stronger opponents Longstone and Ballygalet. We must capitalise on opportunities to seize points from games, which are within our reach, as was the case in the Darragh Cross and Newry Shamrocks games. We need to develop more mental toughness and tactical awareness as we have seen from Longstone’s pattern of play and ability to feed their key players who put their possession to good use. Additionally we need to show confidence and more self-belief in our own ability. These skills will only materialise on the training ground. With full team attendance at training and a mighty effort by everyone in the squad the desire for a major improvement on the return fixtures should kick in and turn the focus back to where it should be.
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