Congratulations to Kildare on a fantastic win against Carlow in the All Ireland Minor A Shield Quarter Final. Special to congratulations to all the Naas players involved; Rachel Byrne, Hannah Enright, Aoife Keane, Aoibhín Delaney, Ciara Ryan (4-2), Rebecca McDermott (1-11), Elle Minogue, Nease McPhilips & Millie Kelleher.
U17 Update
Well done to the 2009 camogie group who defeated Kill/Sallins in first round of u17 division 2 championship. Both teams joined for a minutes silence as a mark of respect for Brendan Kenny before the game commenced.It was a very exciting match and a battle right to the end, great start to the season. We are all looking forward to returning to the grass for training this week.
Juvenile Hurling Update
Congratulations to Aodhan Dowling, Finnian O'Rourke, Jack Fitzpatrick, and Sean Higgins who represented Kildare U16’s in the first round of the Celtic Challenge in Hawkfield on Saturday with a 3-18 to 0-6 win over Meath. A proud day for the lads, their families, and the club.
Our U16 hurlers start the Kilkenny league on Monday evening with a match vs James Stephen’s.
Ladies Football News Senior Teams Report
Naas 8-13
Cappagh1-06
Naas travelled to Cappagh on Tuesday to play the second round of Division 2 Senior League. Both teams started with great focus and the play flowed from end to end . Naas registered the first score with a point from Aoibheann Woods playing as corner-forward while Cappagh responded with a point from Joanne Mulligan operating as centre- forward for the home team. The Naas players engaged in some fine passing movements which were rewarded with two great points from Eimear Dempsey who darted through and confidently took her opportunity to edge her team ahead. Cappagh , once again , faced the challenge and Maebh Grogan rattled the net to give her team a one point advantage. The Naas team continued to exert pressure on the Cappagh defence and converted this pressure into a flurry of goals. Clara Mc Donnell, the Naas half-forward registered a hat-trick of goals in the space of ten minutes and gave her team an eight point lead. This was a major turning point in the first half of this match Cappagh were not deterred and launched a sweeping attack , but the Naas goalie Aoife Mc Auliffe saved a fine shot and safeguarded their lead. The Naas defence thwarted the Cappagh attack very effectively ; particularly the full- back line ; Aoife Keane , Rachael Corrigan and Leah Mc Cormack clearing their line while their half backs , Louise Murphy and Sarah Whelan and Ella Mc Andrew played a very attacking role and the latter contributed a point from play. Caoimhe Long, who replaced Louise Murphy due to an injury, also played a vital role in defence. Naas continued to increase their tally as Aoife Mc Carthy flicked an overhead ball into the net while Cappagh notched up a further four points only to have another point scored .by Áine Conway; the Naas centre-forward. The final score of the first half was another Naas goal, courtesy of Aoife Mc Carthy leaving the visitors ahead on a score line of Naas 5-05 Cappagh 1-05.
Naas resumed the second half with the same intensity and credit to Cappagh they fought back gallantly and registered the first score of the half. The Naas mid- field; Dervla Hanafin and Claire Mac Gabhann, continued to work tirelessly and gained valuable possession which allowed Naas to extend their lead. Naas were intent on raising their goal tally as Hannah Enright, Sophie Kirwan and Aoibheann Woods scored three more goals .The Naas half forward Deirdre Doyle ably assisted by Aoife Mc Dermott, Neasa Mc Phillips , Roisin Mc Dermott and Amy Maguire distributed the ball very well and extended the Naas lead with further points. This win was a true Naas squad effort as all the panel played and contributed to the team’s success on the night.
Naas Senior Team Division 2
Naas 2-15
Raheens 4-07
Naas travelled to Kerdiffstown Park to play Round 2 of the Senior Division 6 League following their victory the previous week. Raheens were hosting this match . This was a very exciting match with a fine display of football by both teams. Naas started the match very determinedly and registered some fine scores ,but the Raheens players battled for every ball and consequently a very entertaining match ensued . Naas enjoyed the lead at half-time and continued to extend their lead with some fine scores from play. Raheens fought back and scored some vital goals which reeled in the Naas lead . The Naas players showed great character and maturity in the final minutes of the match and eventually emerged as winners by two points. Both teams greatly contributed to a very entertaining match, enjoyed by all their supporters. Nás na Ríogh Abú .
Naas Senior Team Division 6
U 17 League Division 3 League
Naas hosted Twomilehouse on Thursday. The Naas team performed very well as a unit and registered some fine scores to record another victory in the league. Wishing them further success in the remaining matches.
Kildare Senior Team Victorious against Tyrone
Kildare 4-10
Tyrone 2-08
Congratulations to Lisa Shaw, Alannah Prizeman and all the Kildare team on their great victory against Tyrone at the weekend . This fine performance guarantees Kildare Division 1 status for next year and portends well for the future development of Ladies Football in the county. Cill Dara Abú .
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