WINNING CHAMPIONSHIP START FOR JUNIOR FOOTBALLERS
Last Friday evening, July 17th, Kilworth got their Avondhu Junior B1 Football Championship campaign off to the perfect start with an impressive nineteen-point victory over Ballyhea in Shanballymore. Credit must be given to the Shanballymore club, who had both the venue and playing surface presented in superb condition for this championship encounter. Fresh from securing the division 3 league title last month, Kilworth entered this Walsh’s Pharmacy Fermoy sponsored championship opener full of confidence and produced a strong, disciplined performance throughout. From the opening whistle, Kilworth quickly settled into their stride and led for the duration of the contest, with a team that combined both youthful energy and experienced leadership across the field.
In what proved to be a high-scoring encounter, Kilworth impressed with their work rate, teamwork, and attacking efficiency as they delivered a solid all-round display while moving the ball well and taking their scoring chances as they built up a commanding advantage on their opponents. Corner back Gearóid Carey, who enjoyed a remarkable evening in front of goal, finished with 1-3 from play whilst up front, corner-forward Olann McCarthy-O’Donoghue proved a constant threat as he helped himself to an excellent hat-trick of goals. Next up, Kilworth face Abbey Rovers in the second round which is currently fixed for two weeks’ time. Full-time score; Kilworth 5-17, Ballyhea 0-13.
Team: Killian Heggtveitt, Michael Gowen, Kieran Lane, Gearoid Carey, Pierce Riordan, Sean Shanahan, David Twomey, Sean Óg Kenneally, Ryan Jordan, Jamie Sheehan, Eoin McGrath, Michael Sheehan, Olann McCarthy-O’Donoghue, Brian Sheehan, & Mark Carey. Substitutes used: Sean Murphy, Ronan Fenton, Leo Coffey, Daniel O’Regan, & Brian Dunne.

KILWORTH COMMUNITY AND GAA FESTIVAL 2026
CLG Chill Uird and Kilworth Community Council are delighted to join forces once again for the annual Kilworth Festival, which gets underway in just over one week’s time. The festival runs from Sunday, August 2nd to Sunday, August 9th, and promises to be a fantastic week of community spirit, entertainment, and activities for all ages. Make sure to mark your calendars and join us for what is sure to be another memorable Kilworth Festival!

BIRTHDAY GREETINGS
The club would like to extend its sincerest best wishes to club Vice President, committee member, club stalwart, and true gentleman John O’Connor who recently celebrated a milestone birthday. We hope that you had a truly wonderful and memorable day celebrating and we wish you continued health, happiness, and many more years of enjoyment and success!

WEEKLY CLUB LOTTO RESULTS
There was no winner of last week’s lotto jackpot of €3,000 held on Monday July 13th. The numbers drawn were: 17, 27, 28, & 29. The lucky dip winner of €50 was Mick Kelleher c/o Brian Carey. The lucky dip winners of €25 each were Pa Cotter c/o Online, Michael Coleman c/o Online, & Sheila O’Mahony c/o Patsy O’Mahony. The jackpot prize on Monday July 20th is €3,200.
Tickets cost just €2 each or three lines for €5 and they are available online, in the local business outlets, or from your usual local sellers. As always, we would like to thank you for your ongoing support. Míle Buíochas!

UPCOMING FIXTURES
Saturday July 25th; O’Sullivan Lewis Thornton U21 B Football Championship, Kilworth V Mitchelstown in Araglen at 7pm.
Sunday August 02nd; Co-Op Superstores Premier Intermediate Hurling Championship – Round 1, Kilworth V Ballymartle in Rathcormac at 2pm.
Thursday August 06th; Walsh’s Pharmacy Junior B1 Football Championship, Kilworth V Abbey Rovers in Mitchelstown at 7.30pm.

MAIN CLUB SPONSORS: Mike Walsh Pharmacy, The Village Inn, Aherne’s Pub, KDC Ltd., Kilally Stables, Mitchelstown Dental Clinic, Joe & Trish Bonner, and Centra Kilworth.