INTERMEDIATE HURLERS MAKE IT FOUR FROM FOUR
Last Tuesday evening, April 28th, Kilworth’s intermediate hurlers travelled to Cloughduv for their third-round clash in the Red FM sponsored Division 4 Hurling League. The home side, donning green and gold, opening the scoring in what proved to be a high scoring encounter and held the advantage until the fifteen minute mark when Kilworth responded in style with wing forward Liam Óg Hegarty finding the net to bring the sides level. A closely contested ten minute spell followed with both teams trading scores before Kilworth edged ahead with two points from Liam Óg and Brian Sheehan respectively before the break. Half-time score: Kilworth 1-09, Cloughduv 0-10.
Kilworth carried their momentum into the second half, stretching their lead to three points early on and maintaining control for much of the next twenty minutes. However, a dramatic finale was to unfold as Cloughduv battled back into contention and drew level on the sixty-minute mark with their first goal of the evening. Kilworth, however, to their credit, showed great resilience when it mattered most and after a long-range free taken from Eoin Carey struck the post, Noel McNamara reacted quickest to bury the rebound into the net two minutes into stoppage time. A follow-up point from Jamie Sheehan then sealed the victory, giving Kilworth a deserving four-point win. While it may have been a slightly rusty performance, it was a vital outing to shake off the cobwebs after a lengthy break between games and a challenging past week for all involved. Full time score: Kilworth 2-19, Cloughduv 1-18.
Team and scorers: Killian Heggtveitt, Gearoid Carey, Kieran Lane, Michael Gowen, Sean Óg Kenneally, Luke Carey, David Twomey, Leo Coffey, Jeremy Saich 0-02, Ryan Jordan, Eoin Carey 0-03, Liam Óg Hegarty 1-09 (6-f), Noel McNamara 1-01, Jamie Sheehan 0-02, & Brian Sheehan 0-01. Substitutes used: William Condon, Michael Sheehan 0-01, Austin O’Hara, & Michael O’Callaghan (blood).
After a quick three-day turnaround, Kilworth secured another away victory, this time overcoming Aghabullogue in round four, which was played in Coachford last Friday evening, May 01st, with a minutes silence held beforehand for the late Paddy Whelan, R.I.P. In a contest that echoed the dramatic finish of their previous midweek outing, Kilworth got a dream start when Brian Sheehan found the net after just two minutes of play, and four fast minutes later Eoin Carey added another three pointer, this time from a long range free to open up a 5 point gap between the sides. After sixteen minutes of play Kilworth were firmly in control, leading by 2-08 to 0-03 and cruising with an 11-point advantage, however, Aghabullogue responded strongly hitting 1-05 before the break to claw back Kilworth’s lead. Half-time score, Kilworth 2-11, Aghabullogue 1-08.
Upon the resumption it was tit for tat exchanges between the sides until the green and white coloured side struck the net with twelve minutes remaining to narrow the gap to just 2 points, before drawing level at 2-17 apiece with just four minutes remaining. Jamie Sheehan edged Kilworth back in front with a superb point approaching the final minute, but it was Eoin Carey’s stoppage-time point from play that ultimately sealed the victory. Although Kilworth were put under sustained pressure for much of the second half, they once again showed tremendous resilience and finishing power to maintain their perfect record, making it four wins from four. Full time score: Kilworth 2-20, Aghabullogue 2-18.
Team and scorers: Killian Heggtveitt, Austin O’Hara, Kieran Lane, Michael Gowen, Sean Óg Kenneally, Luke Carey, David Twomey 0-01, Leo Coffey 0-01, Jeremy Saich 0-01, Jamie Sheehan 0-06, Eoin Carey 1-02 (1-1-f), Liam Óg Hegarty 0-07 (7-f), Noel McNamara, William Condon 0-01, & Brian Sheehan 1-00. Substitutes used: Gearoid Carey, Ryan Jordan, & Michael Sheehan 0-01.
OFFICIAL OPENING CEREMONY
Kilworth GAA Club extends a very warm invitation to all members and the wider community to join us for the official opening of our new clubhouse, community gym, and upgraded pitch facilities. The celebration will take place in just over one weeks’ time, on Saturday May 16th, from 2pm to 5pm at Kilworth GAA Club, and we are honoured that An tUachtarán CLG, Jarlath Burns, along with other distinguished guests, will join us to perform the official opening ceremony.
The development of these facilities represents a major milestone for both the club and the wider community. It is a testament to the dedication, hard work, and commitment shown by so many over recent years, and we are delighted to celebrate this achievement with everyone who has contributed and supported our vision along the way.
This will be a fantastic opportunity to showcase our new facilities, unite as a club and community, and celebrate this important milestone, while recognising the valued support we have received from so many people. We sincerely hope everyone can join us for what promises to be a memorable and enjoyable afternoon.
ANNUAL GOLF CLASSIC
Save the date! The annual Kilworth GAA Club Golf Classic is fast approaching and will take place in just over six week’s time, on Friday June 19th at Fermoy Golf Club. This highly popular event promises to be a fantastic day, with further details to be shared in the coming weeks, stay tuned!
CLUB SHOP
Make sure to visit our Club Shop to check out the latest Kilworth GAA club merchandise and get prepared for the summer ahead. There is a fantastic range of newly customised club gear and essentials available to choose from, with something to suit all ages. Many items can also be personalised with names, numbers, initials, etc. Free delivery is available on all orders over €50. Browse the full range at www.oneills.com/shop-by-team/gaa/ireland/kilworth-gaa
REBELS BOUNTY DRAW SUCCESS
Congratulations to Christina Ahern who was a lucky Kilworth winner in last Thursday evenings Rebels Bounty April draw. Christina scooped 19th prize and pockets herself a tasty 19th prize of €250 in cash. Sincere thanks to everyone who has supported Kilworth GAA with the Rebels Bounty draw initiative during 2026.
WEEKLY CLUB LOTTO
There was no winner of last week’s lotto jackpot of €5,400 held on Monday April 27th. The numbers drawn were: 14, 24, 25, & 30. The lucky dip winner of €50 was Helen McCarthy c/o Centra. The lucky dip winners of €25 each were Shane O’Sullivan c/o Online, Con and Mary O’Sullivan, & John Browne SNR c/o Ber Wheeler. The jackpot prize on Tuesday May 4th due to the May Bank Holiday weekend is €5,600.
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.
VOTES OF SYMPATHY
The club would like to extend its deepest sympathies to the Kenny families, Macroney Upper, Kilworth/Araglen, and the Shinnick family, Fermoy following their recent bereavements.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a n-anamacha dílse.
UPCOMING FIXTURES
Tuesday May 12th; Cavanagh’s of Fermoy Division 2 Hurling League; Kilworth V Araglen in Araglen at 7.30pm.
Sunday May 17th; Red FM Division 4 Hurling League; Kilworth V Watergrasshill in Watergrasshill at 11.30am.
Sunday May 17th; Cavanagh’s of Fermoy Division 2 Hurling League; Kilworth V Mallow in Kilworth at 6pm.
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.
THROWBACK THURSDAY
Pictured thirteen years ago in 2013 is the Kilworth 1995 junior hurling team who contested the Kilworth 2012 intermediate hurling team as part of the Kilworth festival celebrations.
Back row: (l-r) Paddy Whelan (R.I.P.) Tom McCormack, Colm Carey, Liam Magnier, John Joe Shanahan (R.I.P.), Dion Cahill, John Kiersey, Simon Lenihan, Brian Carey, Pat (Chopper) Shanahan, Noel O’Brien (Captain), Labhras Flynn, Mossy McNamara, & Lar Flynn (R.I.P.).
Front row: (l-r) Noel Gowen, William Hegarty, Sean Carey, Aidan Kenny, Elton Pierce, William Twomey, Michael Gowen, & Ollie Sheehan.
