Work on new grounds has started.
We have waited for what seems forever but finally work on our new grounds got under way recently. Dowling Bros contractors moved on site in June to start phase one of our new development, namely construction of new adult and juvenile playing pitches. The main pitch will be a sand based all weather pitch while the smaller pitch will be suitable for juveniles.
It is anticipated that work on the pitches will be ongoing over the summer and will be completed early in autumn. The pitches will be available for games in the new year.
Funding from the national lottery has been secured on the development and the Leinster council of the GAA will also provide financial assistance. Sales of our " development tickets" is going well there are only about 25 left so if anyone wants to purchase one, contact a member of the committee as soon as possible.
Laois minors bow out to Dublin
While it is always sad to see a county losing we must still congratulate Emmet Malone for playing so well for the Laois minors this year. Starting in midfield in both games Emmet did himself proud and can hopefully go on to bigger and better things.
Juniors claim first wins of the year
Just like a bus there's no sign of one for a long time and then two arrive together so too Barrowhouse claimed two wins in little over a week with the Junior C's victorous over Timahoe and the A's defeated a gallant Kilcavan side by two points 0-8 to 0-6.
After some promising performances to date but no reward it was good to finally get off the mark for the junior a's with a hard fought and somewhat fortunate win over Kilcavan. The latter side spurrned at least three goal chances and also missed half a dozen kickable frees. However Barrowhouse also had to deal with losing goalkeeper Karl Fitz in the first half. Tommy Page stepped into the breach and was a very able deputy between the posts bringing off at least one crucial save. We also missed a penalty just before half time which would have left us with a comfortable four point cushion at half time as scores were hard come by. Barrowhouse led 0-5 to 0-4.
Scores were even more scarce in the second half with only three coming from play. Kilcavan drew level mid way in but two points from Marty Murphy and then Kieran Murphy sealed the victory.
Team; Karl Fitz, Tom Page, Tom McDonald, Mike Murphy, Shay Phelan, Sean Langton, Luke Malone, Mikey Langton, Emmet Malone, Marty Murphy, Joe Murphy, Eamon Brennan, Sean O'Keefe, Martin Langton, Darren O'Keefe Subs; Kieran Murphy fro Karl, Conor Barry for Sean O'keefe, Sean O' Keefe for Eamon Brennan.
Nicky Brennan turns sod on new field.
A large crowd of over 100 people gathered on Saturday 22 March for the official sod turning ceremony on our new grounds. Rev John Wilson blessed the pitches before Brian Allen Chairman of Laois county board and Seamus Howlin Chairman of Leinster council addressed the crowd.
The gathering then adjourned to the hall where a display of the development was shown to the different delegates from the different boards and a welcome cup oftea was also on hand.
All in all the event went very well with the club members seeing progress on the new grounds.
Positive response to new proposals
Barrowhouse Gaa club held a public meeting on Sunday to present details of the new grounds. A large crowd attended and they were addressed by members of the committee who outlined the different aspects of the development. Phase 1 of the development consists of constructing the new adult and juvenile playing pitches as well as a walking track. It is hoped that this will commence early this year with completion before December 2009.
Phase two of the development will be the construction of the new clubhouse and dressing rooms. The committee outlined that this is due to get underway probably in 2010/2011 with completion in early 2012.
As well as this it is also planned to install a playground for local children adjacent to the clubhouse and the juvenile pitch.
The gathering were overwhelmingly positive towards the venture with many people expressing their delight that the area will have facilities to match those of anywhere else in the country.
Chairman Pat Whelan also addressed the audience and outlined the proposed funding of the development and again the audience were extremely positive towards the proposals.
Charity game raises almost €1500
Barrowhouse played a Purcells 15 on Sunday last to raise funds for St. Vincents hospital. The game was played in glorious sunshine in Rheban football field. Almost €1500 was raised, many thanks to all who contributed.
AGM calls for a return to Junior A
Our AGM was held recently and a lively meeting discussed a range of topics. A crowd of approx. 35 were in attendance with some new and not so new faces contributing. One of the key decisions discussed was whether or not to remain in the intermediate championship for 2009. This issue generated a lot of debate and a vote was taken the majority of the attendance decided that in light of the fact that so many players were leaving the panel in 2009 for various reasons it would be better to enter the Junior A championship.
For a list of the incoming officers see the "club officers" link on the football page.
Lads heading down under
Best of luck to all the lads heading down under to get a bit of sunshine in 2009. Contrary to reports they are not a delegation sent out to bring Arnie home. Hope to see you all back ready for action in 2010.
New Jerseys
Many thanks to John Wallace for presenting the club with a new set of jerseys for 2008. Not only does he give us some new team wear but he also chips in with the odd score as well. Well done John keep up the good work.
Links
gaa.ie
laoisgaa.ie
www.azzurri.ie
www.oneills.com
hoganstand.com
leinster.gaa.ie
www.gaelicgear.com
www.clubgaa.ie/
www.coolanowle.com/
www.theGAAstore.com
www.laoistalk.com
www.teamer.net
Laois GAA club links
www.stjosephsgaa.com
www.ballylinangaa.com/
www.courtwood.laois.gaa.ie
www.athygfc.com
We have waited for what seems forever but finally work on our new grounds got under way recently. Dowling Bros contractors moved on site in June to start phase one of our new development, namely construction of new adult and juvenile playing pitches. The main pitch will be a sand based all weather pitch while the smaller pitch will be suitable for juveniles.
It is anticipated that work on the pitches will be ongoing over the summer and will be completed early in autumn. The pitches will be available for games in the new year.
Funding from the national lottery has been secured on the development and the Leinster council of the GAA will also provide financial assistance. Sales of our " development tickets" is going well there are only about 25 left so if anyone wants to purchase one, contact a member of the committee as soon as possible.
Laois minors bow out to Dublin
While it is always sad to see a county losing we must still congratulate Emmet Malone for playing so well for the Laois minors this year. Starting in midfield in both games Emmet did himself proud and can hopefully go on to bigger and better things.
Juniors claim first wins of the year
Just like a bus there's no sign of one for a long time and then two arrive together so too Barrowhouse claimed two wins in little over a week with the Junior C's victorous over Timahoe and the A's defeated a gallant Kilcavan side by two points 0-8 to 0-6.
After some promising performances to date but no reward it was good to finally get off the mark for the junior a's with a hard fought and somewhat fortunate win over Kilcavan. The latter side spurrned at least three goal chances and also missed half a dozen kickable frees. However Barrowhouse also had to deal with losing goalkeeper Karl Fitz in the first half. Tommy Page stepped into the breach and was a very able deputy between the posts bringing off at least one crucial save. We also missed a penalty just before half time which would have left us with a comfortable four point cushion at half time as scores were hard come by. Barrowhouse led 0-5 to 0-4.
Scores were even more scarce in the second half with only three coming from play. Kilcavan drew level mid way in but two points from Marty Murphy and then Kieran Murphy sealed the victory.
Team; Karl Fitz, Tom Page, Tom McDonald, Mike Murphy, Shay Phelan, Sean Langton, Luke Malone, Mikey Langton, Emmet Malone, Marty Murphy, Joe Murphy, Eamon Brennan, Sean O'Keefe, Martin Langton, Darren O'Keefe Subs; Kieran Murphy fro Karl, Conor Barry for Sean O'keefe, Sean O' Keefe for Eamon Brennan.
Nicky Brennan turns sod on new field.
A large crowd of over 100 people gathered on Saturday 22 March for the official sod turning ceremony on our new grounds. Rev John Wilson blessed the pitches before Brian Allen Chairman of Laois county board and Seamus Howlin Chairman of Leinster council addressed the crowd.
The gathering then adjourned to the hall where a display of the development was shown to the different delegates from the different boards and a welcome cup oftea was also on hand.
All in all the event went very well with the club members seeing progress on the new grounds.
Positive response to new proposals
Barrowhouse Gaa club held a public meeting on Sunday to present details of the new grounds. A large crowd attended and they were addressed by members of the committee who outlined the different aspects of the development. Phase 1 of the development consists of constructing the new adult and juvenile playing pitches as well as a walking track. It is hoped that this will commence early this year with completion before December 2009.
Phase two of the development will be the construction of the new clubhouse and dressing rooms. The committee outlined that this is due to get underway probably in 2010/2011 with completion in early 2012.
As well as this it is also planned to install a playground for local children adjacent to the clubhouse and the juvenile pitch.
The gathering were overwhelmingly positive towards the venture with many people expressing their delight that the area will have facilities to match those of anywhere else in the country.
Chairman Pat Whelan also addressed the audience and outlined the proposed funding of the development and again the audience were extremely positive towards the proposals.
Charity game raises almost €1500
Barrowhouse played a Purcells 15 on Sunday last to raise funds for St. Vincents hospital. The game was played in glorious sunshine in Rheban football field. Almost €1500 was raised, many thanks to all who contributed.
AGM calls for a return to Junior A
Our AGM was held recently and a lively meeting discussed a range of topics. A crowd of approx. 35 were in attendance with some new and not so new faces contributing. One of the key decisions discussed was whether or not to remain in the intermediate championship for 2009. This issue generated a lot of debate and a vote was taken the majority of the attendance decided that in light of the fact that so many players were leaving the panel in 2009 for various reasons it would be better to enter the Junior A championship.
For a list of the incoming officers see the "club officers" link on the football page.
Lads heading down under
Best of luck to all the lads heading down under to get a bit of sunshine in 2009. Contrary to reports they are not a delegation sent out to bring Arnie home. Hope to see you all back ready for action in 2010.
New Jerseys
Many thanks to John Wallace for presenting the club with a new set of jerseys for 2008. Not only does he give us some new team wear but he also chips in with the odd score as well. Well done John keep up the good work.
Links
gaa.ie
laoisgaa.ie
www.azzurri.ie
www.oneills.com
hoganstand.com
leinster.gaa.ie
www.gaelicgear.com
www.clubgaa.ie/
www.coolanowle.com/
www.theGAAstore.com
www.laoistalk.com
www.teamer.net
Laois GAA club links
www.stjosephsgaa.com
www.ballylinangaa.com/
www.courtwood.laois.gaa.ie
www.athygfc.com