Senior footballers make 1/4 finals

Congratulations to the Senior footballers on making it through to the 1/4 final stage of the Wexford Senior Football Championship.

After convincing wins in the final two group games versus Fethard and Taghmon/Camross, they now meet Adamstown in Wexford Park on Sat 21^st August at 6.30pm.

Under 21 Football

The Under 21 footballers, again as the Dunbrody Gaels, won their first round game at home to Starlights on a scoreline of 3-7 to 12.

They now face Glynn/Barntown in the next round on Monday August 23^rd at 7pm in Mersheen.

Under 21 Hurling

The Under 21 hurlers, combined with St.James Ramsgrange to form Dunbrody Gaels, beat Duffry Rovers by 0-20 to 0-11 in the first round of the Premier grade.

They then met Shelmaliers in the county semi-final but went out on a scoreline of 1-18 to 3-8.

Golf Classic

John Kenny Tony Coppola Paddy Bennet Jack Murphy Pat O'Brien John Howlin

Horeswood GAA would like to thank all who took part in the recent Golf Class at the New Ross Golf Club.

We would also like to thank James Kent from Alushield and Peter Waters Engineering who sponsored prizes, all those who sponsored tees and greens and Chairman of the organising committee, John Howlin.

The full results are:

• 1st - Pat O'Brien, Tony Coppola, Jack Murphy, Paddy Bennet
• 2nd - Tommy Liston, Peter Waters, Robert O'Dwyer, Bernard Connolly
• 3rd - Noel Lynch, Hal Reyburn, John O'Mahoney, Vincent Foley
• 4th - Cyril Stafford, Eamonn Wall, Liam Wall, Val Molloy
• 5th - Martin Carroll, Ger Carroll, Richie Aylward, Eamonnn Dungan
• 6th - Seamus Bolger, Nick Cashin, Dick Moody, Johnny Hosey
• 7th - Brian Furlong, Patsy Hegarty, John Brosnan, Danny Shannon
• Nearest Pin - John Somers
• Longest Drive - Brian Larkin
• Hole in One - David Larkin

DSS Development Camp - Summer 2010

Bookings are now being taken for the DSS Development Camp, run by Ciaran Deely over the Summer holiday period.

The DSS Development Camp focuses on developing the child's personal and social skills alongside the coaching of Gaelic Football. The Development Camp is run in conjunction with their partners at AdventureFlow.

• Date - Monday 26^th July to Friday 30^th July
• Time - 10am to 2.30pm
• Venue - Horeswood GAA Complex
• Ages - Boys and Girls between 5 and 13
• Registration Fee - €80 (Deadline July 21^st)
• Contact - 086 203 4463 or by email

Full details and an application form can be found at the web site.

Horeswood GAA Eurovision Talent Contest

Over 300 people attended the Horeswood Eurovision in the GAA Centre last Saturday. A total of 14 acts competed with each act's table acting as adjudicators.

Taking part were:

• Ireland - Michelle Quilty sponsored by Caodgan Video
• Switzerland - Majella Cummins spoonsored by the Camogie club
• Iceland - JFK Choir sponsored by Whelans, Campile
• Sweeden - Michelle Kent sponsored by Carmel and John Nolan
• Poland - Ballinamona Pipers sponsored by New Ross Town and Country Mercantile
• Hungary - Jane Kent sponsored by Ladies Football club
• Czech Republic - Molly Deely sponsored by Ballinteskin Par 3
• Russia - Mark Swan sponsored by Cherrygrove Nursing Home
• Belgium - Brid Breen sponsored by John Kenny and John Wallace
• Norway - Ciaran Power sponsored by Horeswood Players
• Italy - John Stafford sponsored by Centra Campile
• France - Jim Foley sponsored by Coiste na nOg
• Netherlands - Youngs Ones sponsored by Scoil Mhuire
• Spain - Jimmy Goggins sponsored by Handball club

The winners were the Scoil Mhuire teachers represented by Geraldine Radford, Ann Lawlor, Melissa Walsh, Anna O'Hanlon, Emma Hennessy and Denis Cadogan, who performed their version of Abba's Waterloo.

Jimmy Goggins finished in 2nd place.

The €100 door prize sponsored by FBD was won by Betty Murphy.

Compere was Seamus Kiely, backing by Joe and Shane McDonald and lighting and spot Tommy Hayes.

The organising commmittee consisted of Majella Cummins, Siobhan Murphpy, Brian Molloy, Jim Foley and Denis Cadogan. Many thanks to all who took part, ticket sellers and those who supported the night, all the sponsors, Brian Molloy and Country Life, New Ross for providing decor, all who helped in various ways on the night to make it such a success, and thanks to Hart's of Campile for sponsoring the bar.

Horeswood GAA Eurovision Talent Contest

The Horeswood GAA Eurovision talent competition will take place in the indoor arena on Saturday 26^th of June at 9pm.

Acts from all over Europe will represent local business, clubs and towns lands including Germany/Glanbia, Italy/Centra, Spain/ Horeswood Crèche, Hungary/Ladies Football, Switzerland/Camogie , Russia/Cherry groove nursing home, and Iceland/Whelan’s Bar to name but a few.

Local talent such as Carrie McCracken, Jane Dought, John Stafford, Shelly Kent, Brid Breen, Sandra Dunne and the JFK Choir, among others, will fight it out for the title of Horeswood Eurovision winner 2010.

Each act will have a table of supporters on the night who will be casting votes and the winning act will walk away with €400, 2nd place with €200 and 3rd €100.

There will also be a door prize on the night of a weekend away everyone who buys a ticket.

Following the performances of the acts, we will have the casting and counting of votes. After the winner is announced there will be a dance with Joe McDonald, followed by a disco with DJ Andrew Egan.

A late bar and BBQ are also provided.

Tickets are €10 each and are available through any of the club committee members and through Brian Molloy on 087 662 1411

Model County Draw Winners

Congratulation to James Breen Snr, Thomas Howlin, Yvonne Kehoe, Bridget Furlong and Anne Caulfield who all won prizes in the recent Model County Draw

Seven-a-side Tournament and Official Opening of Indoor Complex

Leigh O'Brien PJ Banville Jamie Osborne (Business Development Officer Azzurri)
John Kenny Ciaran Deely Darren O'Reilly

Horeswood GAA club, in association with Azzurri Sport, will host a Seven-a-side football competition running over the June Bank Holiday weekend (Sat 5th to Sun 6th June).

16 teams from inside and outside the county will compete for the Cup and Shield over two days.

In what is sure to be a hotly contested football extravaganza, some heavy hitters from the club football scene will be aiming to become the first winners of this annual tournament.

This event will also coincide with the official opening of the Indoor Complex by GAA President Christy Cooney on Saturday evening at 6.30pm.

Following the official opening, Wexford senior hurlers will play a challenge game against Limerick at 7pm.

There will also be a handball exhibition where, World Champion, Paul Brady will take on Michael Gregan, beginning at 6pm.

Over the two days there will be a BBQ, Beer Tent and various novelty attractions to suit all ages.

Entertainment on Saturday night begins at 9pm and will be provided by The Remedees, followed by a DJ.

Sunday evening will see the presentation of the tournament awards followed by live music from Paddy Murphy and a free disco.

Full details on the Horeswood Sevens site.

Good Showing by Young Junior Hurlers

The junior hurlers lost their first round championship game to Buffers Alley but put in a very encouraging display with some fine long range point scoring.

The end result may have flattered the Alley as it was nip and tuck throughout a very fast paced game.

This may also have been the youngest side to ever represent Horeswood in adult hurling, with 5 of last years successful Minor team starting.

Full team details are on the hurling results page.

Senior Footballers victorious in first round of championship

The Senior footballers had an easier than expected win over Ballyhogue in the 1^st round of the championship in Cusshinstown, winning 2-09 to 1-04.

Despite playing against the wind they led 1-04 to 0-02 at half time. They extended the lead to 11 points in the second half but Ballyhogue scored a penalty in the last 5 minutes.

The next round will be against Fethard who had a one point win over Taghmon/Camross.

Full team details are on the football results page.

New Ross District Awards - Mick Duffin honoured

Michael Duffin was Horeswood's recipient of a district award in the Horse and Hound last week and no one is more deserving as he has given continuous service as a player, officer and selector over more than 40 years.

Since winning a County under 16 hurling medal in 1967, he has been involved as a player over many years, has served as chairman, secretary on 2 occasions and treasurer, selector at every level and ws manager of the senior football team which won last years title.

New Ross District Awards - Horeswood win Club of the Year

Horeswood were chosen as club of the year for the 3^rd time in 6 years at the recent district awards. Captain Tommy Howlin received a special award on the night and chairman John Kenny was presented with the club of the year trophy.

DSS Development Camp - Easter 2010

Bookings are now being taken for the DSS Development Camp, run by Ciaran Deely over the Easter holiday period.

The DSS Development Camp focuses on developing the child's personal and social skills alongside the coaching of Gaelic Football. The Development Camp is run in conjunction with their partners at AdventureFlow.

• Date - Monday 29^th March to 1^st April
• Time - 10am to 2.30pm
• Venue - Horeswood GAA Complex
• Ages - Boys and Girls between 5 and 13
• Registration Fee - €70 (Deadline March 24^th
• Contact - 086 203 4463 or by email

Full details and an application form can be found at the web site.

Hurling League Fixtures

This years hurling league fixtures, for both teams, are available on the fixtures page.

Senior and Junior League Football Fixtures/Results

Recent results for both teams are on the results page

All this years league fixtures are available on the fixtures page.

Insurance and non-approved helmets

From the County Board:

Only head injuries are NOT covered if a player is not wearing an approved helmet, any other injury to the body is covered.

Official Opening of Viewing Gallery

The official opening of the Endesa Ireland sponsored viewing gallery in the Horeswood GAA Indoor Complex will take place on Saturday 13th March at 2pm.

The afternoon's events will feature exhibition games, music by local musicians and a cheese and wine reception.

Full programme of events:

• 2pm Outdoor - U14 Boys vs U16 Girls Hurling
• 2pm Indoor - U7 & U8 Boys Football
• 2.30pm - 2.45pm Official Opening
• 2.50pm Outdoor - U12 Hurling
• 2.50pm Indoor - Ladies Football

Senior Football Championship Draw

The draw for the Senior Football Championship was made recently and Horeswood were drawn in Group A with Ballyhogue, Taghmon-Camross and Fethard.

Tommy Murphy Cup

An understrength side threw away a commanding lead against Clongeen to lose out on a 2-13 to 2-07 scoreline on Saturday. A host of missed second half chances allowed Clongeen to steal it at the end. Full details of this and the previous game against Taghmon can be found on the results page.

Changes to Insurance Scheme

Important changes have been made to the GAA Injury Scheme which all players should be aware of.

While a full version of the document can be obtained from Changes to GAA Injury Scheme some of the changes include:

1. If you have medical insurance e.g VHI, Quinn Healthcare, a claim must be made with your medical provider.
2. Otherwise unrecoverable medical expenses are covered up to a maximum of €4,500.
3. The first €100 of each and every claim is excluded.
4. The above 2 changes also apply to dental treamtement.
5. €400 per day's stay in hospital. Benefit only payable if stay is a minimum of 10 consecutive days up to a maximum of 15 days.
6. Loss of wages - Otherwise unrecoverable loss of basic nett wages (i.e. excluding overtime, bonuses, unsociable working hours, allowances etc.) payable up to 52 weeks but excluding the first week. Social Welfare/Income Protection and/or other entitlements will be considered as recoverable income and will be deducted from the basic nett wage figure.
7. Exclusions and limitations - The GAA Injury Scheme will only provide cover in respect of Hurling claims provided the injured claimant is wearing a Helmet which conforms to the NSAI Standard IS:355. ie Mycro, Marc or Azzurri
8. Claims Procedure - In accordance with instructions from Cumann Lúthchleas Gael all queries and correspondence relating to any claim must be made through the Club Secretary

Claims Form

The following is required in respect of all claims regardless of claim type:

1. A claim form should be downloaded from www.gaa.ie and the GAA Injury Scheme can be found under the heading of “Popular Links”
2. Claimants Membership Number must be supplied on claim form.
3. If a player returns to play after an injury and he is Reinjured a new claim form must be submitted
4. A copy of the Referee’s report if the injury was sustained in an official match.
5. A letter from the ClubChairman/Secretary if the injury occurred in an official Training Session or Challenge Match.
6. All claims are required to be reported to Willis within 60 days of the injury by completing, as a minimum the 1st two pages of the claim form which should be signed and dated by the claimant
7. In the event that the claimants signature and date is omitted the first two pages of the claim form will be returned for completion.
8. Claims reported outside the 60 days will not be processed.

In addition to the claim form the following supporting documentation is required depending on claim type:

Medical / Dental Claims

1. Official Medical receipts ( invoices are not acceptable).
2. Under Section A of the claim form confirmation whether the injured member has any third party medical insurance must be completed to enable the claim to be assessed as the scheme only provides cover for non-recoverable costs up to the limits of the scheme
3. In all cases Section E must be completed and stamped by the attending Doctor or Dentist only. If no stamp is available a business card or confirmation on the doctor/dentists headed paper must be submitted.

Loss of Wages Claims

1. Three recent payslips dated prior to the injury or a letter from the injured member’s employer on company headed paper confirming the injured member’s basic nett pay (stating weekly or monthly). Ongoing Loss of Wages claims can only be considered upon receipt of Willis Continuation Claim form. Doctors Medical Certificates are not acceptable.
2. If self-employed, a letter from the injured member’s Accountant on company headed paper is required confirming the nett basic earnings for the three months prior to the injury. If the self employed claimant has no accountant the relevant information must be submitted by their solicitor/tax advisor. In addition, if a substitute worker has been employed a letter from the Accountant on company headed paper confirming the cost is required. If Claimant is related to employer proof of wages must be supplied by the employer’s accountant.

Tommy Murphy Cup

The footballers will face Taghmon/Camross in the preliminary round of the Tommy Murphy Cup on Friday 19^th February - time to be decided.

The winners will be away to Clongeen in the next round.

Foxe Cup

The hurlers have been drawn at home to Bannow/Ballymitty in the first round of this years Foxe Cup.

Date and time to be announced.

District Awards

This years District Awards will be held on Saturday March 27^th in the Horse & Hound Ballinaboola.

Club Membership

Club membership is now due, with the rates remaining the same as last year.

• Player - €60
• Student/Unemployed Player - €25
• Non-Player - €20

Any player who does not pay before March 31^st will NOT be insured.

This years membership officer is Mark McCaughley and he can be contacted on 086 833 3113.

All members will receive a commemorative 2009 county final keyring!

Dinner Dance

This years dinner dance will be held in the Brandon House on Friday March 5^th.

Three teams will be presented with medals on the night; Senior Footballers, Junior Footballers and the Minor Hurlers.

Music will be provided by the Bottle Brothers and tickets will be available in coming weeks from committee members.

Parish League Football Blitz

A successful Parish League Football Blitz in aid of the O'Brien family was held over the Christmas period.

Great Island, fittingly, beat Ballybrazil in the final on penalties.

Great Island

John Wall, Brian Bowe, Liam Bowe, Graham Howlin, Liam Ryan, PJ Wall, Jim Wall, Thomas Kent, Susan Kent.

Ballybrazil

Brendan Howlin, Darren O'Reilly, Alan O'Reilly, Paul Kehoe, John Somers, Derek O'Reilly, Dean Kehoe, Sandra Dunne, Mick Duffin, Adrian Kehoe

Horeswood AGM

The AGM was held recently where the following officers and team managers were elected.

Two new Vice Presidents, Tom Caulfield and Larry Dillon, were also proposed and elected.

Election of Officers

• President : Johnny Hearn
• Vice-Presidents : Victor Murphy, Jimmy Murphy, Tom Caulfield, Larry Dillon
• Chairman : John Kenny
• Vice Chairman : Larry O'Brien
• Secretary : Stephen O'Connor
• Treasurer : John Wallace
• Assistant Treasurer : Charlie Rowe
• P.R.O./Assistant Secretary : Alan O'Reilly
• County Board Rep. : Larry O'Brien
• District Rep. : Denis Cadogan
• Insurance Officer : Padraig Kehoe
• Membership Officer : Mark McCaughley
• Players Rep. : Darren O'Reilly

The committee for 2010 will be the above officers plus

• Sharon O'Brien (Camogie Rep.)
• Willie Tector (Coiste Rep.)
• George Hearn
• Michael Duffin
• Ger Breen
• Pat Cummins
• Jim Foley
• and Brian Deely

Appointment of Managers

• Senior Football : Michael Duffin
• Junior Hurling : Ger Breen
• Junior Football : James Kinsella

Coiste na nÓg AGM

The Coiste AGM was held recently where the following officers and team managers were elected.

Election of Officers

• Chairman : Billy O'Shea
• Secretary : Willie Tector
• Treasurer/Vice-Chairman : Pat Hunt
• P.R.O. : Stephen O'Connor
• County Board Rep. : Eileen O'Sullivan
• Liason Officer : Majella Cummins
• Registrar : Denis Cadogan

The committee for 2010 will be the above officers and John Ronan, Ann Rowe, Brian Molloy, Fergal McWilliams and Noel Nolan.

Appointment of Managers/Selectors

• U-7/U-8 (Hurling & Football) : Michael Murphy
• U-8 A (Hurling & Football) : Eileen O'Sullivan, Roger Ennis, Tony Stafford
• U-10 (Hurling & Football) : Pat Hunt, Eugene Kent, Ed Wallace, Noel Nolan
• U-12 (Hurling & Football): David Knight, Mick Dunne
• U-14 (Hurling) : Pat Cummins, Martin Kehoe, Fergal McWilliams, John Ronan,
• U-14(Football): Referred to committee
• U-16 (Football) : Billy O'Shea
• U-16 (Hurling) : Referred to committee

There will be no Minor teams this year.