Minor Hurling: Nine teams are participating in Wicklow’s Minor hurling championship which is up and running with a number of teams having played two games.
And with the championship being played on a league basis it means every team is guaranteed eight matches before we even get to the top four semi-finals and final. It also ensures these young hurlers will have competitive hurling right through the summer and into September and possibly beyond.
This year’s nine teams are a welcome increase on previous Minor championships and hopefully an encouraging omen in a year when Wicklow also got a boost from their county hurlers winning the Nickey Rackard Cup. At the end of the league section, we understand, the bottom teams will also have a competition finale.
Teams participating are: Carnew Emmets, Bray Emmets, Éire Óg Greystones, Western Gaels, St Patrick’s, Glenealy, Michael Dwyers, Luke O’Toole’s and Arklow Rock Parnells. Group team Glenealy/Pats won the Minor hurling title in 2022 but they will not be defending their title as both have decided wisely to return again to their own separate club teams which is for the long-term good of their clubs and the county.
With a number of teams having completed two rounds, Bray Emmets, Carnew and Éire Óg Greystones have emerged as early front runners and championship contenders. Successes at both Under-13 and Under-15 levels are seen as enhancing Greystones prospects.
Éire Óg chalked up an impressive seven-point victory (2-13 to 1-9) over Arklow Rock Parnells who in turn accounted Michael Dwyers on a scoreline 4-14 to 2-14. Bray Emmets defeated Western Gaels by 4-15 to 1-9 and followed-up with a big win over Michael Dwyers, 1-21 to 0-8.
Carnew Emmets were too strong for St Patrick’s, winning by 7-24 to 1-7, and were equally uncompassionate to Glenealy as they eased to a 1-21 to 0-5 victory. But, in a high scoring game, Glenealy drew comfort from a 5-14 to 4-13 win over Luke O’Toole’s.
In the past, even before the age limit was reduced from 18 years to 17 years, the Minor competitions in football as well as hurling were regarded as second only to Senior in importance. Back then Minor took centre stage alongside senior at all provincial as well as All-Ireland finals. Minor were and still are the last competitions for teenagers before they moved to adult fare.
Minor Hurlers on Form: Our minor hurlers made a winning start to their championship campaign with a 2-13:1-09 victory over Arklow. They continue their campaign with an away fixture against Bray this evening (Monday). Overall, there are nine teams in this year’s minor hurling championship, which should make for a competitive competition. Read a review of the championship HERE.
Minor Boys Football Championship: It wasn’t just our minor hurlers who have been in good form of late, but our boys minor footballers are playing some good stuff. They defeated Blessington at home last Monday, 1-13:1-11. Corey O’Brien and Daniel Connerty did the damage, taking some fine scores. Their next fixture is against Arklow on 31 July. Look at their fixtures and results HERE.
Weekly Lotto Reaches €4,000: This week’s jackpot is €4,000. Match the four numbers and it’s yours. Last week’s cash prize winners were Christina Earls and Lea Finn. Get your €2 tickets HERE.
Camogie Players in Glenealy: As always with our juveniles, the emphasis is on fun and participation. These characteristics were to the fore last week when our U8, U9 and U10 camogie girls travelled to Glenealy to play a blitz. It’s so evident from watching them from the start of the year, that their skills are really coming on. This is a great testament to the girls themselves and to their coaches.
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