Cian Walsh Memorial Hurling Blitz 2024

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On Sunday 29 September next the club host the Cian Walsh Memorial Blitz.

 

This is the second year of this very special blitz, held in loving memory of Cian Walsh, a wonderful little boy whose short life left a lasting impact on everyone who knew him. Cian’s love for hurling and fun was unmatched, and we hope that Sunday next brings both of these joys to all as we celebrate and remember him.

 

We will be welcoming visiting U12 teams from Ballincollig GAA, Bruff GAA, Clontarf GAA, JK Brackens GAA, Kilmacud Crokes and along with their mentor and families to Russell Park for the hurling blitz. A parade commencing at 10:30am will be followed by the throw in of the first games at 10:45am.

Cian had so many happy days here in St. Brigid’s. Living so close to the club, it was almost a second home for him. Cian started coming to Nursery at the big age of 4 with his pals from school, and along the way he made many more new friends, both young and old. Cian’s group was the 2013 boys, where he had so much fun and he left a lasting impression on the 2013 mentors! Cian particularly enjoyed the mini leagues tournament each year, and also loved his unofficial ‘team mascot’ role for his big brother Daire’s 2011 team. Cian’s infectious spirit and love for life will continue to be present in the St. Brigid’s GAA community by running this hurling blitz every year in his memory.

There will be a Krispy Kreme Doughnut stand with all sales proceeds being donated to Heart Children charity.

A special word of gratitude from Declan, Martina and family to the 2012 boys group along with a large number of club members who have been working tirelessly in organising the blitz.

 

 

St Brigids Remembrance Mass 21st September 7pm

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St Brigids GAA Club invites you to join us in a Remembrance Mass for all of our family, friends and club members who passed away during the Covid 19 Pandemic

Followed by the launch of our ‘Men’s Shed’ by Minister Jack Chambers with refreshments and music afterwards

Club Lotto Results 19th September 2024

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A big thank you to everyone who supports our Club Lotto and to our great Lotto Committee.

There was no Jackpot winner following the draw on 19th September.

The Jackpot rolls over to  €11,200 for the 26th.

Make sure to be in the draw.

 

Tickets are available:

Online in the Members Area of the website

also

  • Club Shop/Club House
  • The Roselawn Inn
  • Myos
  • The Grey Hound
  • The Bell

Club Lotto Results 12th September 2024

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A big thank you to everyone who supports our Club Lotto and to our great Lotto Committee.

There was no Jackpot winner following the draw on 12th September.

The Jackpot rolls over to  €11,000 for the 19th.

Make sure to be in the draw.

 

Tickets are available:

Online in the Members Area of the website

also

  • Club Shop/Club House
  • The Roselawn Inn
  • Myos
  • The Grey Hound
  • The Bell

Club Lotto Results 5th September 2024

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A big thank you to everyone who supports our Club Lotto and to our great Lotto Committee.

There was no Jackpot winner following the draw on 5th September, the first following the summer break. The Jackpot rolls over to  €10,800 for the 12th. Make sure to be in the draw.

 

Tickets are available:

Online in the Members Area of the website

also

  • Club Shop/Club House
  • The Roselawn Inn
  • Myos
  • The Grey Hound
  • The Bell

Senior Hurlers prepare for next round of Championship

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Best of luck to the Senior Hurlers who face Cuala in the next round of the Championship on Saturday afternoon in Parnell Park.

All support for the team and management welcomed.

Please follow the link below for tickets:

Brigid’s v Cuala 

 

A big thank you to Johnny McGuirk and McGuirk Hire for their continued support of the Senior Hurlers in sponsoring their new training gear for the lads.

 

 

World WallBall Championships Report

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Marjorie Roche, RIP, sister of Mattie Keane

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The Trustees and members of St. Brigid’s wish to extend our deepest sympathies to the Keane family on the recent passing of Marjorie Roche, sister of Mattie Keane. Marjorie passed away on 7th August surrounded by her loving family.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam dílis

Q&A with Cathal Doyle, our Senior Hurling Captain

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In the run up to the third round of the Senior Hurling Championship on Saturday to continue our recent Q&A series to get to know Cathal Doyle, Captain of the Senior Hurlers, a bit better. The lads take on Lucan Sarsfields at 3.30pm at O’Toole Park . All support welcomed.  Link to tickets

With his Clare heritage and red helmet we never found out if Cathal models himself on Brian Lohan in defense!

Favourite memory playing for St.Brigid’s at juvenile and adult level?

 
As a juvenile, it has to be winning the Dublin and Leinster minor A championship back in ’07.
As an adult, it’s hard to pick between the run to the Snr football Leinster championship final in ’11, and the run to the Snr hurling final in ’19.
I’d say ’19 just sneaks it.
Earliest GAA memory?
Heading to see my dad play for the Dublin over 40s with my brothers.
Favourite thing about Gaelic Games off the pitch?
 
The lifelong friends I’ve made through the years in Brigid’s.
Favourite position in GAA?
 
Anywhere in the starting 15. I’ve played in every one of them over the years.
 
Favourite GAA ground?
 
Semple Stadium
What’s your favourite memory watching Dublin GAA, Ladies and/or Men’s teams?
 
Has to be Stephen Cluxton’s free back in 2011.
If there was a transfer market in the Gaa what current player would you recruit for current players would be like Dublin to get in all codes?
 
Shane O’Donnell
David Clifford
What International Sports star would make the best GAA player?
 
LeBron James. Just catch it and let if off.
What 3 people, alive or dead, would you invite to a dinner party and why?
 
Roy Keane, Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh and Jim Mc Guinness
What would you rule(s)would you like to introduce or amend to improve the GAA?
 
2 points for a sideline.  Only because Cian O’Sullivan is so good at them.
What are your hobbies and interests outside the GAA?
 
Golf and soccer when I get the time.
What’s the best piece of advice you ever received as a player?
 
“On the pitch you’ve a decision to make, bully him or he bullies you”
 
What’s the best piece of advice you ever received when you were young?
 
“Practice the basic fundamental skills and everything else will follow”
 
What other sports have you played? Support any teams outside of the GAA?
 
I’ve played a good bit of soccer throughout the years and enjoy playing golf too. My Dad’s a Clare man. So, I’d follow Clare hurling and footballers. I’m also a big Aston Villa fan for my sins.
What’s your favourite memory of a coach from when you were a juvenile?
 
My age group were blessed with our coaches. We had a good bit of success in football and hurling with Gerry McEntee, Paddy Winters and Liam Plunkett. It’s hard to single out just one memory out of so many.
 
Favourite bit of advice to give to coaches helping at nursey or new to the GAA?
 
Make it enjoyable. You’ll get so much more from kids when they’re having a good time.
 
Most important aspect of the GAA for kids to learn at an early age?
 
Enjoyment and friendships.
What’s your favourite TV Show?
 
Peaky Blinders
 
What’s your favourite Book?
 
Until victory always. Jim Mc Guinness
 
What’s your favourite movie?
 
The Gladiator
 
What’s your favourite song and artist?
 
At the minute, probably, Hermitage green, Quicksand
 
What’s your karaoke song? 
 
I’m not much of a singer but Heroes and Ghost’s (as Gaeilge)

Hill 16 or the Hogan Stand?

Hogan Stand

Q & A with Philly Ryan, our Snr Football Captain

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In advance of the  the first round of the GoAhead Dublin Senior 2 Football Championship in Russell Park against Ballyboughal on Saturday evening next we sat down with Philly Ryan, our club captain, to get to know him better, learn his top tips for juvenile players, and his diverse musical taste!!!
Favourite memory playing for St.Brigid’s at juvenile and adult level?
– The run we went on in 2011 which led to a DSF championship win. The buzz around the club that year was special.
Earliest GAA memory?
– Going to see Tipp v Clare in the Munster championship in Pairc Ui Chaoimh in 97 I think
Favourite thing about Gaelic Games off the pitch?
– Sitting outside the club in Russell Park with your teammates after winning a game on a Saturday evening
Favourite position in GAA?
– Full Forward
Favourite GAA ground?
– Croke Park
What’s your favourite memory watching Dublin GAA, Ladies and/or Men’s teams?
– Bernard Brogan goal v Cork 2010
If there was a transfer market in the Gaa what current player would you recruit for current players would be like Dublin to get in all codes?
– David Clifford / Vikki Wall
What International Sports star would make the best GAA player?
– Harry Kane
What 3 people, alive or dead, would you invite to a dinner party and why?
– Roy Keane, Taylor Swift and Anto Briody
What would you rule(s)would you like to introduce or amend to improve the GAA?
– Get rid of the marks – any rule that makes our games like the AFL is a bad one.
What are your hobbies and interests outside the GAA?
– Golf, Yoga
What’s the best piece of advice you ever received as a player?
– The player in the best position gets the ball
What’s the best piece of advice you ever received when you were young?
– Commitment is doing what you said you would, long after the mood you said it in has left you
What other sports have you played? Support any teams outside of the GAA?
– I dabbled in soccer but mostly gaelic games.
What’s your favourite memory of a coach from when you were a juvenile?
– We used to prank call Gerry McEntee after big championship wins – I think he knows about it.. he does now!
Favourite bit of advice to give to coaches helping at nursery or new to the GAA?
– They are here to have fun
Most important aspect of the GAA for kids to learn at an early age?
– Practice on their non-dominant side
What’s your favourite TV Show?
– Greys Anatomy
What’s your favourite book?
– Matthew McConaughey – Greenlights
What’s your favourite movie?
– Good Will Hunting
What’s your favourite artist?
Taylor Swift
What’s your karaoke song?
– Beeswing
Hill 16 or the Hogan Stand?
– Hogan Stand
Best of luck to the Senior Footballers on Saturday next.  All support for the team and management welcomed in Russell Park and for all of our adult teams in action in August as the club championship takes place.