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| U8's at recent blitz in Bishopstown |
A large group of Bantry Blues U7 and U8
footballers had a great day out in Cork recently
when they attended the Allianz League game between Cork and Mayo. Earlier in the day they played in a mini
blitz in Bishopstown before heading on to Páirc Uí Chaoimh. In a game which Cork narrowly lost, the
lads were cheered up when they met some of their heroes afterwards. All Ireland
winning captain Graham Canty introduced the group to county stars Mark Collins, Fintan Goold and Daniel Goulding. The
lads were shown the gym and told all about the training the county players do
in preparation for big games. Graham told the young Bantry players that he and
the rest of the county squad started playing at an early age just like them and
encouraged them to enjoy playing and training. Questions were invited from the
young lads and they had a chat about the game and what they thought of it. It
was a great day out for players and their trainers and all came away with great
memories of their trip.
There was a very good attendance at combined U16 and minor hurling
training on Saturday evening last. It is intended to keep this slot for this
group to facilitate players who are away during the week so minor players
especially are encouraged to make this session. Times will be confirmed by text
message.
On Monday last the U13 footballers travelled to Ballingeary to play Naomh
Aban. Even though Bantry scored five goals in this game, on the evening the
home side proved too strong and took the league points. The Blues goalscorers
were Shane Murray, Kevin Clifford and Paddy O’Neill.
Two of our teams are in
championship action this weekend. On Sunday at 2.00 the minor footballers take
on Macroom in Drimoleague. Later in the day the U13 footballers are up against
St Brogans of Bandon at 7.00 in Dunmanway. Please support.