Under 14

Hard luck to the U14 team who exited the championship recently after losing to Rhode and St. Rynaghs. They still have the All Ireland U14 7aside competition in Kilmacud to look forward to in September.

Under 12

Well done to the Under 12 team on giving an excellent performance at home to Rhode last Friday. A Roisin Kane goal gave them a one point lead at half time and they pulled away in the second half. Goals from Rebecca O Mahoney, Megan O Reilly, Shannon Touhey and Bronagh Kane sealed victory over a good Rhode team. Orla Gorman gave probably her best ever performance in the blue jersey.The under 12 B team are due to play Ferbane this week.

Fixtures Under 8 and under 10 blitz in Rhode this Saturday beginning at 12 noon.

Tullamore Under 14s gave a committed display against their Feile conquerers Killeigh in the championship. They were rewarded with a hard fought draw on a heavy sod in O Brien Park. A determined start saw Lisa Gorman register an early goal and point before Killeigh with the aid of the breeze got into their stride and notched 2goals and 2 points. All six tullamore backs stood up to constant pressure at this stage of the match and last ditch tackles managed to put the Killeigh girls under enough pressure to kick wides. A break away Donna Murray point left the blues a goal behind at half time 2:02 to 1:02. Both sides traded points at the start of the second half before a rocket of a shot from Greta Ramelyte levelled matters with 20 minutes to go. Credit to Killeigh they came back with Lauren Kinahan leading the charge to score 3 excellent points. Tullamore always looked dangerous on the break and finally a Donnna Murray pass found Lisa Gorman inside the cover and she duly placed a side footed shot inside the post for a great goal. Both sides tried hard for a winner for the last 10 minutes, but when excellent referee Tom Darby blew the final whistle, all agreed it was a fair result. Player of the match for Tullamore was Paula Kinnarney with keeper Ayesha Brazil also rocksteady. Team Ayesha Brazil Rachel McDonagh Sarah Henry Chloe McGlinchey Aisling Neville Paula Kinnarney Jane Wyer Ciara Izuchuckwie Greta Ramelyte Ciara O Connor Annie Kehoe Aisling Fahy Lisa Gorman Donna Murray Sadhbh Kavanagh subs Eimear Gallagher Aoife Nolan Sinead Robilliard Edel Molloy and Shauna Moran

All Junior players please note following league fixtures for 2009.

R1. 29th March DSB v Tullamore. R2. 5th April Tullamore v Killeigh. R3. 19th April Tullamore v Rhode.R4. 26th April Ferbane v Tullamore. R5. 3rd May Shamrocks v Tullamore. R6. 10th May Tullamore a bye. R7. 17th May Tullamore v Edenderry.

Tullamore 4:04 Killeigh 3:09 A sluggish first 20 minutes cost Tullamore their chances of lifting the Junior B title. They found themselves 2:04 to nil down at that stage .Credit goes to the Tullamore girls in that they raised their game for the final 10 minutes of the half. An inspiring penalty save from Sarah Spollen sparked them into action with the ball being quickly transferred the length of the field before Aideen Marron was on the receiving end of a pass. She duly had the rigging of the net shaking with a ferocious finish for the score of the game. Aideen has to be complimented on covering the ground from one 14 yard line to the other before finishing with aplomb. A Dannielle Martin point from play and a Claire O Brien free continued the fight back to leave the half time score Tullamore 1:02 Killeigh 2:06. Tullamoe cut the gap further at the beginning of the second half with a fortunate goal from a high ball from Aoife Bagnall. Killeigh dominated for the next 15 minutes scoring a fortunate goal themselves and four excellent points. Elaine Delaneys strong running caused no end of problems for the Tullamore rearguard but the full back line stood up well to the pressure. The blues management sprung Clara Kavanagh from the bench for the last 15 minutes. Maeve Hurley hit a point before Eithne Leavy scored a great goal followed by another from Hurley. Tulamore were all over Killeigh as time entered the last 5 minutes with Tullamore in search of an equalising goal. A point for Claire O Brien narrowed the gap further before the woodwork saved Killeigh just at the death. Time ran out on the Blues to leave Killeigh winners by two points. Best for Tullamore Laura Guinan,Maeve Coleman, Emma Hoctor, Maeve Hurley, Claire O Brien and Clara Kavanagh. Full report on match and photo;

Chairman; Joe Coleman

Secretary/Dev. Officer/Child Welfare Officer; Nora Kavanagh

Vice Chairman/Dev. Officer PRO; Richie O Mahoney

Assis Sec. Olive Brennan

Treasurer; Tom Moloney

Assis. Treasurer;John Kelly

Registrar Yvonne Martin

Injury officer Aoife Bagnall

Commitee Emer Keegan, Marie Gorman, Rose O Toole

The curtains were drawn down on the 2008 season for the Tullamore Ladies footballers when the Under 16 team lost the championship semi final to Rhode in Rhode on Wednesday last. The girls never really got going in this game and were well adrift at the finish. There is consolation for the team in knowing that twelve of the team are underage again next year for the under 16 grade.

Overall the year has been one of might have beens for the club. The junior girls lost their final by two points while the minor team lost their final by a single point after some very impressive performances in getting to the final. Definitely cases of so near and yet so far. On a brighter note the under 14 team retained the Birmingham 7 a side tournament in excellent style while the under 12s retained the county shield title. So on the whole there is much to build on for the 2009 season. Thanks to all players, mentors, commitee members and supporters for their efforts and enthusiasm throughout the year. Roll on 2009!

Hats off to the Under 12A team on their seven point win in the shield final before a big crowd in Clara last Wednesday evening. It is not often one can say that all 15 girls and subs who came in played above themselves but that is what happened in this match. The girls showed tremendous courage and determination all through and this win will go a long way to make up for final defeats suffered by many of this team in camogie U12 and U10 county finals and the B football final also. A goal from a free from Lisa Gorman gave the blues an initial lead, this was followed by the definite goal of the season from Megan O Reilly who chased a long delivery from Aisling Fahy and deftly flicked the leather over the head of the advancing keeper. The goal was reminiscent of one scored by Gooch Cooper for Kerry in the 2007 All Ireland! Another goal soon followed before Katie Kehoe finished a fourth to the net early in the second half. Rynaghs rose to the occasion then but unbelievable brave defending from captain Eimear Gallagher and her backs denied them the goal they needed to get back in the match. There were jubilant scenes at the end as the crowd rushed in to acclaim the heroes on the night. Mr Eamonn Fleming Clara was an excellent referee all through. Everyone of the team deserved player of the match for their contribution. Tullamore Eimear Gallagher, Aisling Neville, Ayesha Brazil, Laura Walsh, Ciara O Connor, Paula Kinnarney, Aoife Nolan, Sarah Henry, Chloe McGlinchey, Aisling Fahy, Ciara Izuchuckwie, Shannon Touhey, Lisa Gorman, Sadhbh Kavanagh, Megan O Reilly, Subs who played Katie Kehoe, Paula Kelly, Sharon Hand

The Under 12 B teams six month unbeaten run came to an end in an exciting county final played in O Brien Park on Friday evening last. As in all of the games they played this year they gave their all until the final whistle. The Ferbane girls had the advantage in strength throughout the field as twelve of Tullamores team are eligible for the under 12 grade next year. They made the size difference tell where they were dominant under the high ball at either end of the field. A lot of Tullamores good approach play came to nought as winner of the MVP award, Ferbane full back Dervilla Egan was very solid. Under 10 centre back for Tulllamore Katie Kehoe received special commendation for her performance from County Chairperson Mary Kelly at the presentation. The two Maeves defended well at the back and captain fantastic herself Paula Kelly gave a trojan display. Upfront Shannon Touhey and Sharon Hand played well while Orla Gorman was in the thick of the action.Megan O Reilly of the rocket shot top scored for the town with 1:03 on limited possession. The girls can be very proud of their performances all year and look forward with confidence to next years competition.

Fixtures Under 12 Shield Final replay Tullamore A v St. Rynaghs in Clara on Wednesday 24th September

Tullamore A 2:05 St. Rynaghs 2:05

A late point secured a draw for the Tullamore A team in the shield final on Saturday last. The back line competed well while two expertly taken goals from Lisa Gorman seemed to put Tullamore in the driving seat. Credit to St. Rynaghs who showed their traditional never say die spirit to put themselves two points up with ten minutes remaining. The blues also showed their resilience in fighting back for a draw when all seemed lost. The replay will be played in Clara tomorrow Thursday at 6. Many are looking forward to the next intriguing instalment between therse two teams

Tullamore suffered a heart breaking one point defeat to the combined forces of Killeigh, Doon and Shannonbridge in the minor B final. The girls will have to wait another year to get their hands on this elusive trophy.

Tullamore 6:12 St. Vincents 1:03

Tullamore under 18s booked a place in the 2008 County Minor final with a comprehensive win over St. Vincents on Friday night.Scorers for Tullamore were Maeve Hurley 3.1 Kelley Cunningham 1.2 Clara Kavanagh 0.4 Claire O Brien 1.1 Emma Magner 0.2 Maebh Coleman1.0 Dannielle Martin and Aideen Brennan 0.1.

Tullamore A 1-10 Clara 0-00.

Tullamore A girls continued their good form with a win against a young Clara side on Saturday. A strong crossfield wind made scoring difficult, nevertheless Tullamore dominated possession and scored 5 first half points. A fortunate goal from Lisa Gorman gave the blues a cushion which they never relinquished until the end to run out comfortable winners. They now have a break in matches until their final game in the league section on the 6th August and can then prepare for a likely county semi final . Team Aisling Neville, Sarah Henry, Ayesha Brazil, Laura Walsh, Ciara O Connor, Paula Kinnarney, Katie Kehoe, Ciara Izuchuckwie, Chloe McGlinchey, Sharon Hand, Sadhbh Kavanagh, Lisa Gorman, Holly Sweeney, Eimear Gallagher, Emma Cummins. Sub Cliona Thomas

The under 14 team showed the benefits of their successful win in the International feile when they overcame Edenderry in the second round of the league section of the championship. Tullamore only scraped a victory in the earlier part of the year against the same opppsition but showed a vastly improved performance last week, winning 2.05 to 1.02.

The under 12 team also had a good win over Ferbane on Sunday last on a scoreline of 1.10 to 0.03. The girls led 1.03 to 0.02 at half time thanks to goal finished to the net by Sarah Walsh after great work from Eimear Gallagher. They proceeded to give an exhibition of point scoring in the second half, particularly from Lisa Gorman, Chloe McGlinchey and Sadhbh Kavanagh. Ciara O Connor gave a master class in wing back play with determined performance ably assissted by Laura Walsh, Paula Kinnarney, Chloe McGlinchey and Eimear Gallagher. 

See match report section

Back:  Olive Brennan, Derek Browne, Annie Kehoe, Sinead Robilliard, Anne Berry, Cianna Browne, Ciara Geraghty, Aideen Brennan, Joe Coleman Deirdre Fox.

Front: Rachael Mc Donagh, Sonia Tahraoui, Greta Ramelyte, Meabh Coleman, Alex Davis, Jane Wyer.   

On friday 6th of June 23 under 10 girls played a series of  7 a side mini blitz games against the Shamrocks. It proved great enjoyment for all, and the girls are eagerly awaiting a return blitz soon. Thanks to Lisa and the Shamrocks ladies club for organising the blitz and giving all the kids after match refreshments.

Back row left to right Aifric Daly, Aoibheann O Mahoney, Emily Jane Matthews,Maedhbh Cowen,----,   Muireann McDaid, Isobel Browne, Middle row Muireann Griffin, Roisin Finn, Rebecca O Mahoney, Kate Fox, Katie Kehoe, Shauna Brady, Ciara Gallagher, Shauna Connolly, Front Row Sarah Walsh,Sarah Kehoe,Caoimhe Griffin, Julie-Ann Matthews, Maisie Currams, Emma Dooley, Aisling Fox

The girls of the under 12 B team gave another outstanding performance when drawing with St. Vincents 1:06 a piece in Cappincur on Monday night. Tullamore played with the strong breeze in the first half and were quickly into their stride with a point from Bronagh Kane. They had a few goal chances in the first half which Vincents were lucky to clear but also Shannon Tuohey was forced to make some good saves from the strong running St. Vincents girls. Further points followed from Deirdre O Connor and the impressive Alice Coffey. Vincents scored one point in the first half leaving the score Tullamore 0:4 St. Vincents 0:1. The Daingean parish girls reduced the margin to one point in the second half before great teamwork gave Bronagh Kane the opportunity to place a shot past the Vincents goalie for a capital goal. St Vincents did not throw in the towel and replied with a goal of their own. Alice Coffey pointed again for the "baby blues" after good work from Sharon Hand before two late frees from dubious fouls gave Vincents a share of the spoils. Best for Tullamore Shannon Tuohey, Maedhbh Cowen, Bronagh Kane and player of the match Sharon Hand. Best for Vincents Aoife Kavanagh and Noelle Cocoman.Teams Tullamore Shannon Tuohey, Shauna Moran, Cliona Thomas, Roisin Kane,Maeve Fahey, Katie Kehoe, Maedhbh Cowen, Paula Kelly, Emma Cummins, Sharon Hand, Deirdre O Connor, Isobel Browne, Maisie Currams, Bronagh Kane, Alice Coffey, Orla Gorman, Rebecca Egan, Aisling Fox, Rebecca O Mahoney, Ciara Gallagher and Aoife Doheny. St Vincents:Emma Sheeran, Caitriona Galvin, Alison Mooney, Roisin McManus, Leanne Gamble, Niamh Jones, Aoife Kavanagh, Noelle Cocoman, Ciara Galvin, Jackie Cuskelly, Ashley Henry, Cinnait Goulding, Edel Kilmartin, Sarah Delaney and Helena Mangan

Tullamore A 2:04 St. Rynaghs 1:02

An impressive defensive display set up the Tullamore girls for a well deserved win in the third round of the championship over St. Rynaghs on Sunday. Scores proved hard to come by for both sides as the greasy and breezy conditions made handling difficult. Lisa Gorman scored a goal and a point in the first half, the goal coming thanks to a great pass from Sadhbh Kavanagh. Half time Tullamore 1:01 St. Rynaghs 0:01. Tullamore scored a fortuitous goal early in the second half  from a 35 metre kick by Lisa Gorman  to give them some breathing space before the same player added two frees. Chloe McGlinchey scored a fantastic point before being unlucky to have a goal disallowed. Rynaghs efforts were rewarded with a late point and goal before the finish. Best for Tullamore; Eimear Gallagher, Sarah Henry, Paula Kinnarney, Ciara Izuchuckwie and player of the match Ayesha Brazil.Tullamore line out; Eimear Gallagher, Aisling Neville, Sarah Henry, Ayesha Brazil, Leanne O Connor, Paula Kinnarney, Aoife Nolan, Aisling Fahey, Ciara Izuchuckwie, Paula Kelly, Lisa Gorman, Holly Sweeney, Laura Walsh, Chloe McGlinchey, Sadhbh Kavanagh, Subs Shannon Hand, Emma Cummins.

Tullamore 2-5 Killeigh 2-10

Tullamore suffered a 5 point defeat in the first round of the Junior "B" Championship played in Kilcavin on Friday last.  Fielding a very young team the Tullamore team put in a terrific performance particularly in the first half, two first half goals from Claire O Brien and  Eithne Leavy along with points from Eithne Leavy and Emma McEniff saw "The Blues" lead by a single point at the break on a scoreline of 2-2 to Killeigh 1-4.  The second half saw Killeigh up the ante with two early points, this was soon followed by a fortuitous Killeigh goal. Both teams traded scores for the remainder of the game, with Tullamore points scored by Vera Clavin, Emma Magner and Maeve Hurley. Tullamore Team: Sarah Spollen, Lavina Reynolds, Sandra Walsh, Laura Guinan, Emma Hoctor, Aoibheann O Beirne, Rachel Flanagan, Danielle Martin, Eithne Leavy, Emma Magne, Kelley Cunnigham, Vera Clavin, Claire O Brien, Maeve Hurley, Grainne Maguire, Emma Mc Eniff, Sorcha Coleman, Catherine Moloney, Kate Mc Cann, Niamh Coughlan. 

Tullamore 5-4 Clara 2-8

Tullamore completed the league stages of the Minor "B" championship with a 5 point win over neighbours Clara.  Maeve Hurley gave a 5 star performance helping herself to 5 goals, two in the first half and three in the second.  Kelley Cunnigham scored 3 points while Emma Magner got the remaining one. Aoibheann O Beirne, Catherine Moloney and Sorcha Coleman were the pick of the backs while Rachel Flanagan was outstanding in midfield.  Best for Clara were Ciara White, Lisa Stewart and Helen Hackett.  Tullamore now progress to meet St Vincents in the semi-final, with Clara and Killeigh contesting the other semi-final.

Tullamore team: Maebh Coleman, Lisa Conway, Sorcha Coleman, Kate O Toole, Catherine Moloney, Aoibheann O Beirne, Niamh Coughlan, Emma Hoctor, Rachel Flanagan, Emma Magner, Danielle Martin, Claire O Brien, Denise Maher, Maeve Hurley, Kelley Cunnigham, Nikita Lynch, Emma Keyes, Katie Byrne. Clara Team: Jenna Cornally, Jenny Coonan, Eimear Rickard, Aoife Robbins, Rachel Meehan, Ciara White, Charlene Taylor, Tmona Mc Donald, Lisa Stewart, Aishling Seery, Helen Hacket, Emma Dooley, Lauren Rudge, Maria Kelley, Jessie O Connor. 

The under 12A team had a difficult fixture away to the championship favourites Rhode last Saturday. They conceded some unlucky goals early on which set Rhode up for a comfortable win. However the Tullamore girls learned a lot from the game and can look forward to their next match with confidence.

Under 12 A Rachel Lawlor  Aisling Neville Chloe McGlinchey Ayesha Brazil Aoife Nolan Leanne O Connor Aisling Fahey Paula Kinnarney, Ciara Izuchuckwie Laura Walsh Ciara O Connor  Eimear Gallagher Sadhbh Kavanagh  Lisa Gorman Holly Sweeney  

 The under 12 B side again gave the performance of the week in pipping a game Clara side 1goal to 2 points on Sunday. The team showed great spirit despite being short 5 first choice forwards. Under 10 player Katie Keogh gave a player of the match performance as she covered every blade of grass on the pitch. She was well supported by Paula Kelly, Elizabeth Coffey and Maeve Fahey (who managed to give an energetic display despite also starring in four separate stage performances at the weekend!). Clara were well served by Sinead Hall and Aoife Brophy and only the width of the crossbar denied them victory.

Under 12 B   Shannon Touhey Shauna Moran  Cliona Thomas Sarah Walsh Maeve Fahey Katie Keogh Maedhbh Cowen Emma Cummins Paula Kelly Megan Kelly Shannon Hand  Aisling Magner  Alice Coffey Maisie Currams Isobel Browne, Aisling Fox

Last week provided mixed results for the Tullamore girls. The minor team had a big win over Ferbane while the Under 14s were beaten narrowly by Killeigh.

Offaly Feile Peil na nÓg Semi Final 11.04.08

Tullamore 2:05   Killeigh 4:02

The loss of goalkeeper Donna Murray to a bout of tonsillitis in the week prior to this match proved a big blow to the under 14 girls’ chances of progressing to the Feile final for 2008. Despite Tullamore having the run of play in both halves it was Killeighs’ ability to strike for breakaway goals (two in each half), which proved crucial. Tullamore had 5 points on the board at half time when playing with the stiff breeze but also conceded 2 goals to trail at half time 0:05 to 2:01. Tullamore tried for all they were worth in the second half against the strengthening wind, scoring two goals including a cracker from Alex Davis from 14 metres. The Killeigh girls managed to hold out though to progress to the final. Congratulations to Killeigh and we wish them good luck in the final. Tullamore player of the match Greta Ramelyte.

Team Rebecca Carragher, Sinead Robillard, Greta Ramelyte, Rachel McDonagh, Cianna Browne, Anne Berry, Annie Keogh, Ciara Molloy, Alex Davis, Aine Conway, Maeve Coleman, Aideen Brennan, Paula Kinnarney, Jane Wyer, Lisa Gorman.

Offaly Minor B championship Round 1

Tullamore recorded an easy win over Ferbane on Tuesday night 8^th april and so established their credentials as one of the favourites for this competition. The backline were never seriously troubled while the Tullamore midfield and half forwards dominated possession as well as contributing to the scoring. Tullamore had a comfortable half time lead of 3.06 to no score and stretched that lead in the second half. Particularly noticeable was the accurate point taking of corner forwards Kelly Cunningham and Denise Maher.

Tullamore Line-out  Maeve Coleman, Sadhbh Coleman, Sandra Walsh, Lisa Conway, Catherine Moloney, Aideen O’ Beirne, Rachel Flanagan, Danielle Martin, Emma Hoctor, Claire O’Brien, Maeve Hurley, Emma Magner, Kelly Cunningham, Niamh Coughlan, Denise Maher. Subs; Katie Byrne, Kate O’Toole Nikita Lynch.

Visit of the Banner Ladies club

The Queens of underage girls football in the country played two under 12 challenges in Tullamore last Saturday. The Ennis club have won 3 All Ireland Feile titles in the last 7 years so their teams proved adept opponents for the Tullamore girls. Honours were even at the end , each team winning one game. Thanks to all parents who helped with the refreshments after the game, and especial thanks to the banner club on undertaking the long trip.

Fixtures

Tuesday 15^th minors away v St. Vincents. Saturday 19^th  at 12.00 U12A away v Rhode Sunday 20^th at 12.00 U12B home v Clara. All involved will be notified by text.

U18 Championship Tullamore v Ferbane Tuesday April 8th at 6pm in O'Brien Park.

U14 Feile Semi-final Tullamore v Killeigh Friday April 11th at 5.45pm in Killeigh

U10/U12 Challenge games against "The Banner" from Ennis on Saturday April 12th at 12 noon in O'Brien Park.

U18 Championship St Vincents v Tullamore on Tuesday April 15th tba

Fixtures for 2008 were decided at the County Board meeting on Tuesday 5th Feb.  See under Fixture/Results tab and also under Junior Team tab

Our outstanding Junior League Final is fixed for March 30th.

U14 Feile:

Tullamore are away to Ferbane in the 1st round on March 8th with the winners due to play Edenderry in the quarter-final the following Saturday March 15th

The Club AGM will take place on February 8th 2008 in the Committee Room O Brien Park at 8pm. All existing and especially new member are welcome to come along.

Our underage Awards Night will take place in the Tullamore GAA Social Centre on Friday February 29th at 7.30pm. All players are asked to come along and support the club, our Nursery Academy players will receive participation Certificates while medals will be presented to U12 Shield winners and U14 Championship winners.

Tullamore Ladies Gaelic Football Club welcomes Wellwood Healthcare Park as its new 3-year sponsor

Treasurer Tom receiving Sponsorship cheque from Susan Bergin Wellwood, Benny Chairman

Nora and Susan with Under 12 Team and new Jerseys

New Wellwood Club Gear

Academy

Academy

Rock the Boat

 Rock the Boat

Tullamore U18 team were beaten by Shamrocks in the County Final on tuesday night in Geashill. Despite a poor start Tullamore came from 4 points down to lead by a point after 25 minutes of the 1st half. Shamrocks rallied before half time and went in at the break leading by 2-5 to 1-3.

Tullamore needed a good start to the 2nd half, however it was Shamrocks who scored 2 early goal, Tullamore won a lot of possession but were finding it difficult to score, Shamrocks went on to a convincing win on a scoreline of Shamrocks 5-6 Tullamore 1-5.  

Tullamore 2-10 Doon/Shannonbridge 1-5.

Tullamore minor qualified for their first Minor "B" final courtsey of an 8 point win over D/S played under lights in O Brien. Short a number of players due to college, Tullamore never the less fielded a stong team. D/S were first to score however Tullamore responded with points from Clara Kavanagh & Danielle Matrin.  The highlights of the first half were goals from Tullamores' Emma Magner and Kate Mc Cann and a penalty save from Sorcha Coleman. Tullamore lead by 2-6 to 1-3 at the break.

While Tullamore continued to dominate the game this was not reflected on the score sheet.  Several chances went a begging, it was just one of those days.  Despite that the girls effort continued and ran out confortable winners on a scoreline of 2-10 to 1-5. Tullamore scorers were Clara Kavanagh 0-4, Claire O Brien 0-3, Kate Mc Cann 1-0, Emma Magner 1-0, Maeve Hurley 0-1, Danielle Martin 0-1, Emma Hoctor 0-1.

U14 Final:

Under 14 "A" final between St Rynaghs and Tullamore has been fixed for Cappancur at 2.30pm, "B" Final Edenderry v Clara at 12.30pm in Cappancur. Good luck to "The Blues"

U16 Results:

Tullamore U16 lost their final group match against Shamrocks on Monday Aug 7th in O Brien Park. This game proved to be a typical local derby featuring great scores, intense rivalry and a close finish. Playing with the aid of a breeze Shamrock had built up a half-time lead of 1-7 to 2-0. Tullamore responded in the second half and with time almost up had reduced the gap to the minimum, with both teams searching for the crucial score it was Shamrocks who delivered 2 vital points. Final score Tullamore 3-7 Shamrocks 2-13.    

U16 Results:

Under 16s lost the second round championship match on Wed July 25th on a scoreline of Tullamore 1-4 St Rynaghs 3-8. Fielding an under strength team the girls performed brilliantly and were only 2 points in arrears entering the final quarter. As Tullamore tired the physically stronger Rynaghs team came to the fore.

U18 Result:

Tullamore Ladies competed in our first ever U18 match played in Pairc Charian, Clara on Tuesday July 24th.   In a highly entering match The Blues were the stronger team throughout scoring 5-3 while Clara struggled upfront and failed to register a score.

Tullamore U-14 girls football team traveled to Birmingham on the June Bank Holiday weekend to participate in Feile Peil International.  This 9-a-side festival of Gaelic games which is run by the GAA of Britain and Warwickshire Juvenile Board, consisted of 25 boys teams and 10 girls teams competing at the playing fields of Aston University Recreational Grounds for the coveted championship and shield competitions. 

Following two days of games consisting of 9 matches Tullamore girls returned home victorious following a win over near neighbours Portlaoise in the Cup final.

Juvenile Club of the Year

Tullamore Ladies GFC win Juvenile Club of the Year Award for 2006 at the County Convention held in the Court Hotel, Tullamore on Sunday 14th January.