Saturday 23rd December

Festive Greetings & Best Wishes for 2007
Cuchulainn Hurling Club would like to take this opportunity to wish all players, coaches, mentors, members and anyone else connected with the club in any way a very Happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year. The club go into 2007 with a positive attitude and are looking forward to continued success both on and off the field. 2006 has been a great year and the club would like to thank everyone who has been involved in making it a year to remember. 

2007 Coachworks Training Courses Announced
There are a number of coaching courses running in the Armagh and Craigavon Council areas throughout January...you do not have to live in these areas to attend but all coaches and mentors are strongly advised to attend if possible as these courses are usually very beneficial.
Details (including an application form) can be downloaded by clicking here. Please note you need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view it.

Stars of the Future Presentations
Cuchulainn Hurling Club hosted presentations for its most junior players (Under 10s) at St Brigid’s High School recently. Over the last four months the coaching work undertaken in the local schools by Micky Moen and Ronan McWilliams has been continued in the evenings by Ronan at four weekly sessions with groups of boys and girls from the following primary schools; Christian Brothers, St Malachy’s, Saints and Scholars, St Joseph’s Madden, St Peter’s Collegelands, Our lady’s Tullysaran and St Patrick’s. The Club wishes to acknowledge the special effort and commitment by Ronan along with the active support and assistance of several parents such as Michelle Clancy, Paul Foye, John Sheehan, George McCool et al, and Club coaches who have greatly assisted in the skill development of our future sporting stars. Medals were presented to the winning teams in each group and every player received a certificate of participation along with a light snack.
However, the Club could not avail of such facilities without the help of Mr Enda Cullen and his caretaker, who have provided excellent facilities in the cold winter evenings. In appreciation, the Club Chairman, Jimmy Kelly, presented a cheque to Mr Cullen as a token of the Club’s appreciation.

 

Monday 27th November

Club Hosts Annual Underage Presentation Night
Cuchulainn Hurling Club hosted its annual Presentation Evening for its Underage teams last Saturday evening in the Clubrooms of Armagh Harps GAC. Once refreshments were served to the parents and players, Jimmy Kelly, Chairman, opened proceedings by welcoming everyone and congratulating all the players on what was a very successful season. This included County Championship victories for the Under 12 &14 Squads, an Ulster Feile title for the U14, a county final appearance for the U16 team, and the selection of Niall Moen to captain Ulster in the Shinty Test series in Scotland this year. The various presentations were made by Niall Moen, Brendan Kirk, the Clubs recently elected President and Declan Coulter, County, Provincial and International Club representative. The recipients of the various awards were as follows:

Under 12
The Enda Kirk “Newcomer” award – Jack Lynch
Most Improved – Tomás O’Hare
Player of the Year – Barry Murphy

Under 14
Most Improved – Ciaran Quinn
Player of the Year – Neal Duffy

Under 16
Most Improved – Chris McCullough
Player of the Year – Liam McKenna



Two special presentations were made to Niall Moen for his selection to represent and captain Ulster in the Shinty Test series and Mary Coulter who provided first aid to all the teams over the season.
Brendan Kirk, Club President concluded the evening by thanking Armagh Harps GAC for the use of the its excellent facilities and hoped that Cuchulainns would someday be able to host similar events in its own facilities.

Presentation Ceremony for U10 team
There will a presentation ceremony on Monday 11th and Wednesday 13th December for all the Under 10 players who have attended the winter coaching sessions in St Brigid’s High School.

Club Holds 2006 AGM
The Club’s AGM took place recently and the Chairman reported on what was a fairly successful season. The Club had great underage success with Under 12 & 14 County Titles along with the Senior Team finishing in the top three of the County League Div 1. The Chairman was also delighted to report the particular achievement of Declan Coulter and Niall Moen who represented their Country and Province respectively at the Shinty tests. The post of Club President was now available and the Chairman proposed Brendan Kirk, a great GAA stalwart, to take up the post. This was seconded and received unanimous support from the floor.

As there were no nominations or motions, the incoming Executive and Committee has remained unchanged and is as follows:
Chairman – Jimmy Kelly
Vice Chairman – Ciaran Breen
Secretary – Padraig O’Connor
Assistant Secretary – George Bradshaw
Treasurer – Liam Ross
Assistant Treasurer – Christy Kane
Registrar – Gregory McKernan
Committee – Chris Heaney, Dessie Moen, Damien Kirk, Micky Moen, Ronan McWilliams, Adrian Corrigan

The Management of teams remains the same with some additional assistance:
Senior – Dessie Moen, Ciaran Breen, Chris Heaney
Minor – Paddy Lavery, Peter Quigley, Paul McKernan, Rory Devlin
U16 – Ronan Hart, Jerome Corvan
U14 – Micky Moen, Dessie Devlin, Adrian Trainor, Adam Grieve
U12 – Adrian Corrigan, Damien Kirk, Philip Cartmill, Darren Gorman
U8 to U10 – Ronan McWilliams with assistance from: Padraig O’Connor, Jimmy Kelly, Paul Foye, Noel Murtagh, Michelle Clancy, Gergory McKernan, Paddy Sherry, Christopher Kane, Niall and Ciaran Clifford


Monday 20th November

Gala Event Sold Out
Due to unprecedented demand for seats at Cuchulainn Hurling Club’s Gala Evening on 31st March 2007, all seats have now been allocated. The Club wishes to thank the corporate sector, the 1982 Mageean Cup Panel and everyone who have shown that they wish to help us achieve our ultimate ambition of playing facilities in the City.

Other News
On Saturday 25th November, the Club’s annual underage presentation will take place in Armagh Harps Clubrooms, as which a number of County titles and individual awards will be presented.


Saturday 18th November

Annual Mass for Club
The annual Mass for deceased members and friends of Cuchulainn Hurling Club will be said in the Church of St Malachy on Friday 24th November at 7.30pm. Anyone associated with the Club is requested to attend if possible.

Thursday 9th November

AGM Details Announced
The Club’s AGM will take place in the Clubrooms at 7.30pm on Wednesday 22nd November. Any nominations or motions must be in writing and with the Secretary by 5.00pm on Wednesday 15th November. Email: cuchulainns@btinternet.com . Please accept this notice as formal notification.

Other News
Congratulations to U16 player Niall Moen who captained Ulster in the Shinty matches against Scotland last weekend. Although beaten in the first match by the U17 team, they performed well and were victorious in the second test beating the home side 15 goals to 12.



The Club also wishes to congratulate senior player Declan Coulter who represented Ireland on the full-forward line in the Senior Shinty test against Scotland last Sunday at Croke Park. Over fifty underage players and mentors were there to cheer him on in the curtain-raiser to the International Rules Series.



Commiserations to the Minor squad who were beaten in the County Championship semi-final by Keady Lamh Dearg last Sunday morning. However, the squad have reached the qualifying stages of the Ulster Minor League and can still bring home some silverware in 2006.


Thursday 26th October

Gala Evening Details Announced
Cuchulainn Hurling Club, Armagh, have just released details of its next major fund raising initiative to assist the vision of obtaining its very own playing facilities. A Gala Evening will take place on Saturday 31st March 2007 in Armagh City Hotel at which a very special anniversary will be celebrated. It will be the 25th anniversary reunion of the 1982 victorious Christian Brothers School Senior Team, winners of the McGeehan Cup, Ulster Colleges’ premier hurling competition. Eleven players from the team also played for Cúchulainn Hurling Club at that time. This team is unique in that it was and still is the only senior County Armagh College hurling team ever to win this prestigious competition and the Gala Evening will give players, mentors and staff the opportunity to relive this great achievement. The Club wishes to call on past players from the squad, teachers and friends to help celebrate this wonderful achievement in the presence of GAA President Nicky Brennan and other “Special Guests”.

 
Pictured with the McGeehan Cup is Rev. Bro. Keane (1982 team mentor) launching Cuchulainn Hurling Club’s Gala Evening 2007 along with Noel Murtagh (left – 1982 Team Captain) and Chris Heaney (right – 1982 full-back). Also pictured is Dessie Moen (Corporate Co-ordinator & player 1982) and Padraig O’Connor (Club Secretary & supporter 1982)

Armagh Minor Championship Fixture Update
Minor championship v Keady is fixed for Sunday 5 November 2006 at 11am. Venue will be Armagh or Keady

U12 County Final Match Report
Cuchulainn Hurling Club under 12½ Squad recently retained their championship title after a hard fought and disciplined display against Derrynoose. The match started with an early pointed free from B Coulter. For the next 15 minutes play spread from one end to the other but neither side were able to capitalise on their opportunities until L Mc Gillen added a point from play for Cúchulainns . Derrynoose answered quickly with a pointed free but a resolute Cúchulainn defence lead by captain D Doyle held firm. Half time Cuchulainn 0:2 Derrynoose 0:1.
The second half opened brightly with both teams trading points quickly. With a point still the difference going into the last 5 minutes a well worked move by the Cuchulainn forward line resulted in S Moen crashing the ball to the Derrynoose net, another B Coulter free shortly after left the final result Cúchulainn 1:4 Derrynoose 0:3. The squad’s management would like to congratulate the team on a hard fought display in which they had to dig deep to maintain focus and determination during a very fragmented second half.
Big thanks also to all the people who assisted during the year, the club, management and especially the boys appreciate your efforts.


Thursday 12th October

Declan Coulter Picked for Ulster Panel
Cuchulainns Hurling Club would like to congratulate Declan Coulter for making the Ulster Panel, who face Leinster this Saturday night in Parnell Park. On behalf of the club we wish Declan and Ulster all the very best.


Tuesday 10th October

Armagh Minor Championship Fixtures Announced
The Minor team have been drawn against Keady in the preliminary round. Date and venue TBC. The winners will go on to play Derrynoose in the semi-final.

U-16s lose Championship Final to Middletown
The U-16 team played in front of a big crowd at Ballymacnab and were hoping to emulate the achievements of the U-12 and U-14 teams. Right from the start it was obvious that this was going to be a close encounter but it was Cuchulainns that went into the break 2 points up. However, in the second half Middletown rallied and once they went in front they didn't look back.
Naturally the biys were disappointed to lose out but they should take heart for such a gutsy and brave performance. On behalf of the coach and mentors we would like to thank all the boys for their dedication and hard work this season and look forward to having another crack at the Championship next season.

Friday 29th September

U-16s to play Middletown in County Championship Final
Having overcome the might of Keady in the quarter final of the championship, Cuchulainns U16’s took on Derrynoose last Sunday.
Cuchulainns got off to a great start with a goal after 3 minutes from D Grimley, quickly followed by a point from T Duffy. After this great start however, it took Cuchulainns another 20 minutes to register their next score which was a goal from N Moen. This was followed 2 minutes later with a point from T Duffy. Cuchulainns entered half time a point behind Derrynoose.

Cuchulainns started the second half a much more determined team, and scoring was opened with a well taken point from D Grimley within the first minute. The game came to life ten minutes into the second half when there were four goals scored in eight minutes; two of which were scored by team captain C Coulter. This run of scoring effectively sealed victory for the Cuchulainns. There were another four points scored in the last ten minutes, including one great point from young P Rafferty.

Cuchulainns now eagerly await the county final against Middletown this Sunday. Final Score CHC 6-09, Derrynoose 2-08.

U-12s Win County Championship
In what can only be described as the worst weather conditions possible and on a pitch not suited to hurling, the young Cuchulainns retained the County Championship for the 2nd year in a row.
Final score CHC 1-05  Derrynoose 0-03.



                                                The U-12 2006 County Championship Winners


                                        L McGillan and D Doyle lift the Championship trophy

U-16 Cuchulainn selected for Ulster Shinty/Hurling panel
N Moen from the U-16s and Minors has been selected to for the Ulster panel a the Shinty/Hurling series in Inverness in October. The club would like to wish him all the best and hopes he has a great weekend in Scotland.


Thursday 14th September

Card Night and Club Draw Update
The monthly card night will resume on Friday 29th September in our Clubrooms at 9.30pm. New and returning players very welcome. Admission £10.

Winner of the first new Club Draw is Martin Grimley. The next draw will take place at Christmas.


Sunday 10th September

U-14s Win Championship Final
The Cuchulainns U-14 Hurling team defeated Middletown in the County Championship Final last Saturday in Ballymacnab. Despite the miserable weather conditions both teams put on an excellent display of hurling for the brave crowd who came to watch. Both teams started nervously and it was 5 minutes before the first score came about. This came from a well taken free by P Heaney of Cuchulainns and was soon followed by another free from PJ Nugent. The lead soon extended with 2 quick goals from B Quinn, both coming from goal mouth scrambles. The City side continued to dominate the first half and scored a further goal through L McGillan. The Middletown defence were kept under constant pressure and Cuchulainns went into the break 3-06 to no score. The second half proved a much tougher task as Middletown now had the advantage of the wind. This allowed them to chip away at Cuchulainns lead and they scored 1-03 without reply in within the first 15 minutes. However, Cuchulainns dug deep through some resolute defending by the full back line of P Rafferty, T Marley and R Gribbon, which seemed to give the lift the team needed. With 10 minutes to go S Kerr broke through the Middletown defence on a brilliant solo run and rifled a powerful shot into the back of the net. From that point Cuchulainns didn’t look back and they were able to build on this further with another free from P Heaney and a final goal in the dying minutes from C Toner. Final score 5-08 to 1-03.


                                                The U-14 2006 County Championship Winners


Captain P Rafferty receives the Seamus Duffy Trophy from Francie Casey (Junior County Hurling Board Officer)

This was an excellent team performance by the Cuchulainns who haven’t won the U-14 title for 6 years. Praise has to go to every member of the panel with C Quinn having played a great game at half-back and N Duffy in midfield.

Panel:- C McGillan, T Marley, P Rafferty (Capt), R Gribbon, C Duffy, P Heaney, C Quinn, PJ Nugent, N Duffy, D Moen, C Toner, S Kerr, J Dynes, B Quinn, L McGillan, P Leonard, C Leonard, P Fox, P Duffy, P Rice (Unavailable: J Martin, A Brennan, B O’Hare).

More photos from the day can be found on the Photo Gallery page.

U-12s Into Championship Final
Due to Camlough unable to field for the semi-final, the U-12 team will be hoping to replicate the fortunes of the U-14s when they face Derrynoose in the County Final.
Date and venue TBA in due course.

Other News
Congratulations to senior star Declan Coulter who has been selected to represent Ulster in the forthcoming Interprovincial Railway Cup Tournament


Friday 1st September

U-14s to play Middletown in Championship Final
The U-14 team will be hoping for a repeat performance in the Championship this Saturday (2nd Sept) as they face Middletown in the U-14 County Championship.
Having already played and only just defeated Middletown in the league the team know that the championship will not be an easy prize to claim. However, the lads have been trianing hard and are confident they can produce the form it will take to win.

The match will be played at Ballymacnab at 12pm - all parents and club players/members are encourage to come along and give their support.


Thursday 31st August

U-12s Beat Keady in Championship
Cuchulainns inflicted another defeat on Keady within the space of a week when the U-12s faced them in the quarter finals of the U-12 County Championship.
The young guns dominated the match from start to finish and went through to the semi's with a scoreline of 7-04 to 1-01. This was an excellant team effort with N Gannon and D Doyle producing man of match performances.
The team go on to face Camlough in the semi's on Monday 4th September.


Tuesday 22nd August

U-14s Beat Keady in Championship Thriller
The U-14 team recorded what is ultimately their greatest victory this season when they knocked out Keady in the County Championship Quarter Finals at Middletown last night. In what was an extremely fast-tempo and enthralling match it was CHC that took the lead with a well worked goal orchestrated by D Moen and finished off by J Dynes. Further scores by P Heaney, S Kerr and P Fox stretched out the lead but Keady came back strongly with their own scores and a goal to ensure the sides were level by half-time.
The second half started with the same intensity as the first with both teams exchanging points and the lead changing hands every few minutes. CHC then went ahead with a C Toner goal only for Keady to pull one straight back from the resulting poc out. Then, with 15 minutes to go, CHC finally got the decisive breakthrough they needed. With P Heaney firing high balls into Keady's goal area it was only a matter of time before a chance was converted. Some good ground work by L McGillan put C Toner through and he calmy soloed on before scoring his second goal. This was followed up by scores by B Quinn, L McGillan, PJ Nugent and P Heaney before C Toner got his hatrick after another goal mouth scramble. Keady simply had no reply as the full back line of P Rafferty, T Marley, R Gribbon and goalkeeper C McGillan held firm.
Final score Keady 2-10, CHC 5-11. This was undoubtably the team's finest effort of the season and was watched by a large and very supportive crowd who witnessed a brilliant display of hurling by both teams. Praise has to go out to every single member on the panel for a truly tremendous performance and with the probability that Portadown can't field a team, this means the CHC go straight into the County Championship. It is hoped that the lads can produce the same performance against Middletown in the final and that we can get the same support from parents and other club members and players as this really gave the lads a lift.


Cuchulainns Host Successful Annual Stephen O'Keefe Tournament
Last weekend the City hurling Club hosted the annual triangular Stephen O’Keeffe Festival of Hurling. The Club welcomed back players, mentors and families from Clarecastle (Co Clare) and Roanmore (Co Waterford) for a weekend packed with sport and craic, with each team competing for the Stephen O’Keeffe Perpetual Cup. The late Stephen O’Keefe was a mentor from Roanmore and this competition is dedicated to his memory. Two additional competitions have been added this year; the Stephen O’Keeffe 7-a-side tournament for the players who did not make the 1st fifteen; and the John Hanley Skills Award (named after the Clarecastle stalwart).
The hurling tournament began in earnest on Saturday morning and the home and visiting fans were treated to some excellent displays of skill that Henry Shefflin or DJ Carey would have been proud. After the skills competition everyone was treated for lunch in the Pearse OG GAC and then the players went shopping before a visit to the cinema. After 10.00am Mass, the tournament concluded with an enthralling encounter between the home side and Clarecastle, who had dominated Roanmore the previous day. This match had all the emotions of a championship final, goal-mouth scrambles, well-taken scores, high fielding, excellent blocking and hooking. Going into the last 10 minutes Cuchulainns were holding their own with the scores tied at 2.3 each. However, two late goals sealed the Stephen O’Keeffe trophy for Clarecastle. Roanmore ran out winners of the 7-a-side competition but the host players and mentors can be very proud of their own performance over the weekend. Indeed the overall “Player of the Tournament” David Doyle is from the host Club. David was up against stiff competition from the Clarecastle full-back Michael Casey (who won the skills tournament) and the goal-keepers from Roanmore and CHCs were both outstanding. Each Club also nominated a “Best Player” and Michael Carson (goal-keeper) was our deserved winner.
The Club wishes to acknowledge the support it received from; Pearse Og GAC, the players’ parents, referees Paddy Lavery and Gerard Devlin, sponsors Linwoods Bakery, Moorefield Joinery, On Site Catering and O’Connor & Co Accountants in staging this event.

Weekend Scores:-
7-a-side:
Roanmore 4-2 Cuchulainns 1-3
Clarecastle 4-3 Cuchulainns 0-3
Roanmore 5-2 Clarecastle 0-1
15-a-side:
Clarecastle 4-14 Roanmore 0-2
Roanmore 2-9 Cuchulainns 2-3
Clarecastle 4-3 Cuchulainns 2-3

Photos from the event can be found on the Photo Gallery page.

Other Club News
Congratulations to Tommy Turley, member of the senior squad, who won the Single Wall Competition at the World Handball Championships in Canada recently. Congratulations also to County players; Niall Moen, Tony Duffy and Conor Coulter who played on the All Ireland “C” winning Under 16 County team against Longford last weekend.


Wednesday 16th August 2006

U-14s Win Against Middletown in League
The U-14 notched up another good victory with a gutsy display in Middletown. With certain key players missing, which included their goalkeeper and 2 influential backs, they soon took control of the match. Several excellent taken frees by P Heaney and a hard fought goal by P Leonard meant the team had a commanding 7 point lead going into the second half. However, Middletown are not a team that goes down easily and they soon came back, using the wind to their advantage. Another goal for, this time scored by S. Kerr kept CHC in front but with 5 minutes to go Middletown scored themselves to get back to within a single point. The U-14s kept their nerve and gave everything they had to win the match. A final point scored by P Heaney from a free ensured that all 3 points went back to the city club.

Final score Middletown 1-09, CHC 2-08. This will hopefully give the lads some confidence as they prepare to play Keady next week in the Championship.


Wednesday 9th August 2006

Stephen O'Keefe Tournament Details Announced
Cuchulainn Hurling Club, Armagh, welcomes the Clarecastle (Co Clare) and Roanmore (Co Waterford) Clubs to the annual triangular Stephen O’Keeffe underage hurling tournament. This tournament has been running over recent years to promote underage hurling. The clubs will be welcomed on Friday evening with the 15 and 7 a side competitions beginning on Saturday morning. A skills competition will also take place over the weekend. The City Club is delighted to welcome the players, mentors and families from Munster and hope everyone has an enjoyable weekend. The Club also wishes to acknowledge the generosity of Pearse Og GAC for then use of its pitch and clubrooms over the weekend and to O’Connor & Co Accountants for sponsorship of the commemorative T-shirts.

Full weekend details can be download by clicking here - You must have Microsoft Word to view this document.


Thursday 20th July 2006

U-12s Continue Winning Streak
The U-12 team have been putting in some good performances ahead of their Championship campagin which starts in August. Back to back victories were recorded against Keady (3-03 to 1-03) and Camlough (3-09 to 1-01).


Tuesday 4th July 2006

Seniors Bow Out of Ulster Hurling League
The Senior team were unfortunately beaten by Castleblayney at Newry last Saturday 0-10 to 1-11.


Thursday 29th June 2006

Seniors in Ulster Hurling League 1/4 Final Match on Saturday July 1st
The Senior team have come through the group stages of the Ulster Hurling League Division 2B and now face a tough match against Castleblaney in the quarter finals.
Throw-in is at 8pm in Newry so everyone is encouraged to make it down and give the team a bit of support.


Tuesday 27th June 2006

U-10 Team Enjoy First Ever Match Against Camlough
The Under 10s from Camlough and Cuchulainn Hurling Clubs participated in their first ever match at Milford Sports Complex on Tuesday night last. The boys have been attending coaching sessions over the last number of months and they were finally able to apply their skills on the hurling pitch.

 

U-14 League Win Against Portadown
The U-14 team played a weakened Portadown side on Monday night at Sherrysfields. The points had already been conceded but a game was arranged involving both older and younger players from Portadown. Having not played for some time the Cuchulainns needed a bit of time to get into their stride but starting scoring freely and had the match effectively won by halftime. Good scores from PJ Nugent and P. Fox in the first half combined with scores from N. Duffy in second helped secure a 5-12 to 1-00 victory. Other players that stood out were new comer B. Quinn, D. Moen in the half forward line and P. Rafferty, T. Marley and R. Gribbon at the back.

U-12 League Win Against Camlough
Match report and result to follow...


Tuesday 20th June 2006

Club Hosts Successful Golf Classic
Cuchulainn Hurling Club hosted its fund-raising Golf Classic in association with 24/7 Fuels at County Armagh Golf Club on Friday last with a superb turn out of thirty-two teams participating. The course was in superb condition and the Hurling Club would like to take this opportunity to thank the Captain, Council, catering and bar staff for a wonderfully relaxing day and entertaining evening with “the Legend” himself, Harry McGeough. Indeed, Harry was joined by a few “special” guests who sang for the patrons with a particular unforgettable contribution from Brendan Arthurs.
A special word of thanks to Paul and Martin Kelly of 24/7 Fuels for sponsoring the event and to all individual sponsors and teams who helped raise much-needed resources for the Club’s “Pitch Development Fund”.


                                                           Team Winners - "CHC Plus 1"

Other pictures of the day can be found on the Photo Gallery

Team Prize-winners:
1st (105 points) George Bradshaw, Conal Hamill, Barry Doyle, Denis Hughes;
2nd (104 points) Paul Kelly, Gerard Kelly, Brendan Lynch, Gerry Doyle;
3rd (102 points) Michael Wasson, Michael Tracey, Eamon O’Hagan, Paul Doyle

Other Prizes:
Individual – Barry Doyle (43 points);
Society Member – Paul Doyle (40 points),
Nearest the Pin – Paul McCreesh,
Longest Drive – Kieran Campbell.


Wednesday 14th June 2006

Reminder of the Armagh Golf Classic Event on Friday 16th June
Cuchulainn Hurling Club, Armagh, are the only GAA Club in the city without a pitch to call their home. In an attempt to fulfil its long-term ambition, the Club is hosting a Golf Classic at County Armagh Golf Club on Friday 16th June and are proud to have 24/7 Fuels as the main Sponsor for this event. Pictured are Proprietors and former players Paul and Martin Kelly with Club officials; Padraig O’Connor (Secretary) and Jimmy Kelly (Chairman) launching the event. A few times can still be booked by calling 07776140794 and entry for a team of four is £120.

 

Below are the current tee times for Friday's Golf Classic Event at Armagh Golf Course.



U-12 Team Outclass Lurgan's Sean Traceys 
The under 12 hurlers got back to winning ways against Sean Treacys of Lurgan. The travelling team were hampered due to missing players and their players should be proud of how they played, never dropping their heads.
Lurgan started brightly and were unlucky not to register the first score however with five minutes gone Cuchulainns scored a goal. This goal was quickly followed by a second and the Cuchulainns grew in confidence and took control of the rest of the half. Half time Cuchulainns 4:7 Lurgan 0:0
Cuchulainns controlled the second half adding on another 4:2.
Final score Cuchulainns 8:9 Lurgan 0:0
The Cuchulainn under 12 management would like to thank all the players this year. A panel of 26 were at the match with a few missing and all got at least 20 minutes and most 30 minutes, the support of the parents is much appreciated.


Monday 5th June 2006

U-12 Team Lose to Middletown by a Single Point 
The under 12 hurling team travelled to Middletown and were unlucky to come away with a single point defeat.
The Cuchulainns started brightly and quickly developed a two goal lead. However a combine of unlucky wides and poor finishing stopped them from increasing the lead. As the half went on Middletown came into the game and a high dropping ball from a free made it into the Cuchulainn net just before half time.
Middletown opened the second half with a point but the Cuchulainns quickly responsed with a well worked attack which yielded a goal. Middletown took control of the game from this point and quickly reduced the deficit with a goal however with only two minutes remaining Middletowns midfielder scored a fine individual goal to put them in front for the first time. Final score Cuchulainns 3:0 - Middletown 3:1.

U-14 Team Miss out on Trip to Cork
The U-14s were beaten by an extremely determined Keady side in the Armagh Feile final at Portadown.

Club Hosts Successful Alcohol and Drug Awareness Session



Cuchulainn Hurling Club recently hosted a successful Drugs Awareness Session in association with “Breakthru” and Armagh City & District Council at the Cathedral Road Sports Complex. Pictured here is Siobhan Collins, from Breakthru, with some of the juvenile players, parents and Club coaches who attended this very informative awareness session.


Tuesday 23rd May 2006

U14 Armagh Feile Final News
The Club wishes the Under 14 Feile Squad the best of luck as they prepare to play Keady at Portadown in the County Feile Final on Thursday (25th May) night. The winners will represent the County at the All Ireland Feile in Cork in June.


Monday 15th May 2006

Club to Host Alcohol and Drug Awareness Session
In association with Armagh City and District Council and Breakthru Drug Awareness the Club is hosting an information session on the effects of alcohol and drug abuse on young people. This event will take place in the Cathedral Road Sports Complex on Wednesday 24th May with two sessions; for Under 10s, 12s 14s and parents at 7.00 - 8.00pm, then Under 16s and Minors at 8.00 - 9.00pm. Any player or parent interested in attending should inform the relevant Club Coach at their next training session.

Other Club News
Ronan McWilliams is running a Hurling Foundation Coaching Certificate (day long) on Saturday 20^th May starting from our Clubrooms at 9.30am (lunch not provided). Anyone who is involved in coaching at any level must have this certificate. Places are limited so it is advisable to book directly with Ronan on 07843092025. The cost is £10.00.

The Club’s Golf Classic in association with 24/7 Home Heating Oil will take place on Friday 16^th June at County Armagh Golf Club. Entry for a team of four is £120.00 and tee times can be booked by calling 07776140794.


U-14 Team Through to Armagh Feile Final
The U-14 team are now through to the Armagh Feile final after 2 wins against Sean Traceys and Derrynoose. They will now face Keady this Thursday in a match which will decide who travels down to Cork to play in the All-Ireland Feile this June. Match report to follow.


                                                        U-14 Cúchulainns Team at Armagh Feile 2006  

Great Start to U-12 League Campaign
The under 12 team completed a successful trip to Derrynoose in the first league match of the season winning well on a score line of 2-08 to 1-01.
The match started with a series of strong Derrynoose attacks which resulted in a goal by the second minute after a mix up in the Cuchulainns defence. The Cuchulainns then took control of the middle of the pitch and using great team work and individual flare tapped over six unanswered points. Half-time Cuchulainns 0-06, Derrynoose 1-00.
Derrynoose started the second half brightly with a point but Cuchulainns added on another 2-02 to win comfortably .
 

                                                                     U-12 Cúchulainns Team 2006

Tuesday 9th May 2006

U-16 Team win First League Match Comfortably
Sunday evening saw the start of the U16 league, and with a 19 strong panel we ventured to Camlough. With it being the first game of the year there was a sense of apprehension among the team. This however was to be short lived, with a goal from P.J Nugent within the first minute of the game. This was followed with a goal from Eoin Byrne after four minutes. Before the end of the first half, five of the forwards had scored a goal each, as well as some excellent points from Niall Moen and Tony Duffy. This, along with some stout defending from Connor Coulter, Ryan Moen and Liam McKenna saw Cuchulainn’s end the first half 27 points ahead with the game effectively over.
The second half started as the first half ended, with scores from Paddy (bug) Heaney and Caolan Doyle. The team played out the rest of the game exhibiting excellent skill and great discipline. With a lot more hard work and 100% commitment we hope to have successful league and championship campaigns.
Final Score - CHC 14-12 Craobh Rua 1-03.


                                                                    U-16 Cúchulainns Team 2006


Saturday 6th May 2006

Armagh U-14 Feile Cancelled due to bad weather
The Feile has now been rearranged for next Saturday 13th May with the first match commencing at 11.30am against Sean Tracey's. The venue will be confirmed in due course. Please contact Mickey Moen for further information.


Thursday 4th May 2006

Great Start to Armagh League for Seniors
The senior team got off to an excellent start to the Armagh League campaign with a 5 point win over Middletown at Pearse Og Park on Tuesday last. However, if Middletown had taken all their opportunities the outcome could have totally different as they had 9 wides in the first half alone. The City team were put under severe pressure for most of the first period and managed just two points, both from County star Declan Coulter (1 free) to trail 0.2 to 1.3 at the break. The second half saw a rejuvenated Cúchulainns side as they started to match Middletown for commitment and tenacity and brought themselves back into the game by releasing the ball early out of defence. Along with a steady full back line led by Rory Devlin, the half backs and mid-field partnership pf Ronan McWilliams and Christy Kane were able to supply balls to Cormac Toner and Declan Coulter who took some wonderful long range points between them. Even though the other four forwards did not get on the score sheet, they worked hard to create space for the speedy wing forwards. 1.7 was scored without reply (1.2 Toner & 0.5 Coulter) until late in the game when Middletown scrambled the ball over the goal line for their only score of the second half, but two late points (1 free) by Coulter sealed the result with a final score line of  1.11 to 2.3. It is worth noting that both sides were missing key players due to injuries but defeating one of the league favourites was a satisfying start to the season.

Other Club News
Ronan McWilliams is running a Hurling Foundation Coaching Certificate (day long) on Saturday 20^th May starting from our Clubrooms at 9.30am (lunch not provided). Anyone who is involved in coaching at any level must have this certificate. Places are limited so it is advisable to book directly with Ronan on 07843092025. The cost is £10.00.

Training for U16 and Minors will take place on Fridays after the U10s coaching session which runs between 6.00 -7.00pm.


Monday 1st May 2006

Cúchulainns Under 14 Feile Squad Win Ulster Feile Title in Cushendall


                                               U-14 Cúchulainns Winning Ulster Feile Team 2006

1^st game v Larne (at Feystown)
Cúchulainns played into the wind in the first half and began in dominating fashion with early goals coming from N.Duffy and P.Fox. This was followed by a long range point in the 12th minute from mid-fielder P. Heaney. Larne responded on the half time whistle with a point. In the second half CHC were sluggish, despite having the wind and Larne got the first score with a point in the 18th minute. P. Nugent responded with a pointed free in the 21st minute but Larne showed good fighting spirit by scoring again in the 23rd minute. CHC came to life in the last 5 minutes with points from P.Fox and P. Heaney. CHC won the game on a score line of 2.4 to Larne's 0.3.

P. Rafferty and C. Toner had great games at full back and mid-field respectively.

2^nd game v Shane O'Neills (at Glenarm)
CHC travelled to Glenarm for their second group match against Shane O'Neills. CHC started brightly with 3 early points from P. Nugent and P. Heaney (2 pts). Shane O’Neills responded with a goal in the 10^th minute but CHC replied with a goal of their own in the 11^th min from P. Rice. Glenarm responded with a point to leave the halftime score 1.3 to 1.1. CHC took control of the second half, with goals from P. Leonard, and N.Duffy. C. McGillan was outstanding for CHC in goals as he stopped many dangerous Glenarm attacks. The final score was 3.3 to 1.1.

N. Duffy, P. Heaney, M. McGirr and B. O’Hare showed outstanding ability and skills during this game.

Final v Sarsfields, Belfast (at Cushendun)
Sarsfields started with a strong wind advantage but it was CHC who drew first blood in the seventh minute with a pointed free from P. Nugent. Sarsfields responded with a point in the 13^th min. In a very stop start first half the CHC boys held their composure and restricted Sarsfields to this only score. In the second half CHC had wind advantage and used this to apply severe pressure to the Sarsfields defence. P. Nugent pointed a free in the 16^th min quickly followed by a point from play by P. Heaney and a goal in the 19^th min by C. Toner. This was followed by another free taken by P. Nugent won by the hard working N. Duffy in full forward.

Sarsfields broke out of defence through their centre half back who sent a long ball into CHC goal mouth which was sent to the back of the net by the full forward. At that point the score was 1.4 CHC 1.1 Sarsfeilds. CHC regained their composure with P. Nugent scoring a point from play and this was followed up by a goal from N.Duffy. In injury time the dangerous hard working N.Duffy secured a penalty which P. Nugent put over the bar to leave the final score 2.6 to 1.1.

Captain P. Rafferty who held the back line well and of N. Duffy, P. Heaney and PJ Nugent who converted the majority of points and goals between them. The team will go into the Armagh Feile next weekend full of confidence after a great performance in Antrim and will look to push for their place in the All-Ireland Feile in Cork this June.

This was a brilliant team effort from every member of the squad but particular mention has to be made of C. McGillan, P. Rafferty, M. McGirr, B. O’Hare, P. Fox, N. Duffy and P. Nugent. The outstanding player on the CHC team was Patrick Heaney who showed leadership, drive and scoring ability from midfield. The team will go into the Armagh Feile next weekend full of confidence after a great performance in Antrim and will look to push for their place in the All-Ireland Feile in Cork this June.

Squad:
C. McGillan. T. Marley. P. Rafferty. R. Gribben. M. McGirr. C. Quinn. B. O’Hare. P. Heaney. C. Toner. D. Moen. P. Nugent. S. Kerr. P. Fox. N. Duffy. J. Dynes. P. Rice. P. Leonard. C. Leonard.

Coaches: A. Trainor, D. Devlin and A. Grieve (M Moen, not able to travel due to illness)

Families and Club members gathered at the Clubrooms to await the team’s triumphant return and Micky Moen, one of the mentors who is presently recovering from illness, came from his sick bed to issue the players with their medals. The Club wishes him a speedy recovery. The team Captain, P Raffferty, made a most eloquent speech in front of the jubilant audience, which brought to a close what was a great day for Cuchulainn Hurling Club and will be a wonderful memory for the boys in future years to come.

Monday 10th April 2006

Annual Presentation Evening
Next Saturday (22^nd April) has been confirmed as the date for the Club’s Annual Presentation Evening. The Club thanks Pearse Og GAC for the use of its facilities. Tickets at £10.00 each are available from Nudger’s Amusements, Senior Management or the Secretary. Among the many prizes to be awarded are; The Tommy Corvan Perpetual Trophy for “Young Senior Player”, The Donal Powell PT for “Senior Player” and the Micky McManus PT for “Minor Player”.

Earlier in the day the Fergus Moen Perpetual Tournament will be played with teams made up of juvenile, minor and past players, who will compete for this much sought-after trophy dedicated to one of late Managers. The Cathedral Road Sports Complex is the venue with a 1.30pm start. Immediately after the tournament, the senior team host our old friends from Armoy in the Ulster Senior Hurling League.
Club Development Fund
The club is calling upon past and present “Cúchulainns” to donate £5.00 per month which will be used in the best interests of developing the club into the future. The Club’s ultimate goal is to acquire its very own hurling pitch. We are the only GAA club who does not have a pitch to call its own but we are very grateful to our neighbouring clubs and schools who offer their facilities. We hope that this situation will be resolved within the next few years.

Direct debit forms are available from the Secretary, Padraig O’Connor, or by emailing: cuchulainns@btinternet.com. Alternatively, for those who do not wish to use bank accounts, Christy Kane will accept payment at Nudgers Amusements, Irish Street.

Alcohol and Drug Awareness Session
The Club will be running an information evening in the Clubrooms in the next few weeks to inform players and parents about the harmful damage alcohol and drug can cause. The Club would particularly wish to invite our underage players and parents to this very useful information session. The date for this event will be confirmed shortly.

Other News
Under 14 League every Monday evening at 7.00pm. Team Manager will inform the players. Home matched will be played at the Cathedral Road Sports Complex

Under 12 League every Thursday at 7.00pm. Team Manager will inform the players. Home matched will be played at the Cathedral Road Sports Complex

Under 16 League every Sunday. Team Manager will inform the players. Home matched will be played at the Cathedral Road Sports Complex

Under 10 Coaching Sessions now take place on the grass pitch every Friday at 6.00pm at St Brigid’s High School. All players should bring proper footwear for the grass.

A Foundation Coaching Certificate in hurling can be acquired for all who attend on Saturday 20^th May at the CBS Primary School. Anyone who wishes to coach teams must have this certificate. Ronan McWilliams is taking bookings for this event and is limited to 24 participants.