11 Dec 2008
U8 Girls took part in a mini-football blitz against Templeogue Synge St last Saturday and both Cuala teams impressed in winning both of their games.

The U12 girls ended their football season with a good win over St.John's Ballinteer last Saturday while the U11s were beaten by Bray Emmets.

In camogie, the U11s and U12s finish their year this Saturday with challenges against Bray Emmets in Old Conna at 2pm.

Cuala U10s will be representing the club in the John Humprey's Memorial Tournament at St.James Gaels, Iveagh Grounds, Crumlin on Saturday & Sunday December 27/28th. Lads are on a special diet of chocolate Santas and Brussel sprouts to build stamina. Kick off 10:30am. All supporters welcome.

Best of luck to IADT with 8 Cuala lads and DIT with 4 from Cuala who play their Freshers finals this week.

Dont miss the "Old Dogs and Young Bucks/Turks" in the annual hurling&football Challenge on Saturday 28th December. Ice baths, ambulances and photographers all required.

Cuala Christmas trees on sales Saturday 13th 9-6pm outside the hall. Mince pies and mugs of tea throw-in for loiterers - what more would you want! .

Cuala's own Marian Holden & the Dun Laoghaire Musical Society are holding concerts in the Hall on 13th and 14th December.Tickets €15

Don't forget the Cuala Shop on Saturday mornings - now have Star hurleys in stock too. Great Christmas present ideas!

Cuala Charity CD will go on sale on the 20th for €10 - contact Susan in the Cuala Office at (01) 2350717 to book yours.

A Cuala Hurling Strategy Forum will gather in the Killiney Castle on Sunday 14th 6:45pm to focus on the future direction of the club. All players, mentors and supporters of Cuala Hurling are welcome to come and join in what is hoped will be a constructive debate.

Nominations are now being sought for the seven positions of Manager/Management Team for the 4 Adult football and 3 Adult hurling teams for the new 2009 season. Nominations must be in writing (email or hardcopy) to any of Pat Divilly ( pat@divilly.com , mob. 087-2225962), Liam Breathnach (liam.breathnach@hotmail.com, mob: 087-6182183) or Paul Linnane (linnane17@eircom.net, mob: 086-8281249). Each nominee will be expected to present his ideas, training strategies, development plans and identify his managment team to a sub-committee of the Adult Games Committee before nomintion is recommended to An Coiste for ratification.

Thanks to all who supported the girls from the U11 (1997) and U12 (1996) teams who joined members of the senior camogie team in a camogie fund raising bag pack in Eurospar Killiney last Saturday.

The U7 (2001) and U8 (2000) Cuala girls took part in a very successful mini camogie blitz against St Johns Ballinteer and Bray Emmetts in a very cold Broadford last Saturday. There was a good turnout from both age groups despite the change of time and location at very short notice and all Cuala teams performed very well. This Saturday the U8 (2000) girls play Templeogue Synge Street in football in their final game of the season at 10.30am in Meadowvale.

The U11 girls play Bray Emmets in a football challenge game this Saturday at 2.15pm in Bray in their first and last game of the season! (Due to the clash of U11 football and camogie on the same day they were entered at U12 this season so they are looking forward to playing girls of their own age at last!)

The U12 girls play St. Johns Ballinteer in a football challenge game this Saturday at 3.00pm in Marley Park in their last football game of the sesaon

Congrats to Aoife Dunne of the 2002's on winning the Dublin U-7 slip jig Irish dancing title.

Cuala U12 Boys crowned champions of the Div 2 football league - no losses. Looking forward to Div 1 next year.
U13's Christmas Presentation takes place next Sunday 14th Dec in the hall - but only after parents and mentors of U13s and any other teams would like to show their skills in a football and hurling match managed by the youngsters. Time 2pm - all welcome for a bit of tom-foolery!

Details of the upcoming Cuala Coaching Conference on Jan 17th are attached. Use the application form to register.

Youth Club Christmas Party / Disco is on tonight Friday 5th Dec 7:30pm to 9:30pm in the Hall. Open to 1st to 3rd year at a cost of €5 which will include a drink(soft), food and spot prizes.
IADT college on Kill Avenue had a great win in the All-Ireland Div 3 hurling league semi-final over GMIT. 8 Cuala players featured Daragh Bass, Stephen Butler,Robert Walsh, Shane Holden, Donal O'Neill, Donal Fitzgerald, Mick Kennedy and Luke Keogh. The final will be played tomorrow Saturday against St.Marys College Belfast in Dundalk IT at 2pm. Well done lads and good luck.

Once again this year - players well past their prime can re-live old glories and re-discover old injuries in the Old Dogs vs Young Bucks rematch. Its a great way to shed pounds and shred a hamstring! Date is 27th Dec, 2:30pm - one half football , one half hurling. We aim to turn this into a charity event in aid of the Niall Mellon Foundation. Contact Ken Fitz if interested. All welcome for a bit of fun!

Due to the increasing number of young hurlers coming through the underage sections and to further develop the structure within the Adult Hurling Section, a Cuala Hurling forum will be held shortly. The Forum will be facilitated by Damien Byrne and Colmán O Drisceoil. We would like to invite members to submit proposal, ideas or comments by email on eddie.gough@ie.abb.com; (closing date Wed 10th Dec). It would be helpful if submitters would focus on specific areas for discussion such as administration, financial, coaching, management and team structures. It is also important to focus on pathways for younger players, communications and the hurling structure in the overall club. Details of the meeting to follow shortly.

Dun Laoghaire Musical Society (including our own Marian Holden) are having a concert in the Cuala Hall on the 13th and 14th of December. See attached poster for details.

Christmas Shoppers - Grandstand Sports donate 10% of sales-price to Cuala if you identify yourself as a Cuala member. They even have under-armour in Cuala Red. Maybe someone should get some for "Hooky"?

Dont forget to get your Cuala Christmas trees on Sat 13th outside the hall and keep and eye out for the Cuala CD which will be out on the 20th Dec.

Lastly our U21 A's play tomorrow in the football championship quarter final vs Thomas Davis in Hyde Park, 2:15 throw-in. Our B's are out in Fingal Ravens at the same time. All supporters welcome.

Unlucky weekend for the juvenile girls last week with the U12 (1996) D2 Shield Final against Clontarf and the U10 (1998) camogie game against St Annes being postponed due to the weather. The U12 Final is re-fixed for 1.30pm this Sunday, venue to be confirmed.
The Girls U10 (1998) footballers were also very unlucky to be beaten by a last minute goal by St Maurs in the D2 Shield Final. Despite the outcome it was a great performance which was celebrated in style back in the club after the game with pizzas and a re-run of the game on DVD.

The Girls U13s , 14s and 16s footballers are all playing in finals this weekend. U13 Girls are in Div 2 Championship final this Sunday against Ballinteer. The game is played at Lucan Sarsfields (12th Lock) with a 1:30pm throw-in and then back to Cuala afterwards. U14 girls are playing St.Brigids in the Div 1 Shield Final in Portmarnock on Saturday with a 1:45pm throw-in. U16 Girls are playing Clontarf in Div 2 Shield Final in Rush on Sunday at 2pm.

O'Donovan Rossa from Belfast came down to Cuala to play the U13 Dublin Hurling Champions in a friendly last week-end. Cuala came out the better of a tough encounter. Rossa have taken scalps from Na Piarsigh, Blackrock, Ballyboden and Crokes on previous trips south so well done lads!.
U13s Boys running a Family Quiz in Cuala on Saturday night in the Bar to raise funds for the Feile year ahead. Teams of four €20 to include two under the age of 16.Note also, if any parents in the 1995 group would like to order a Féile top, please contact Jenny on 086 8417635 or Zita on 087 2235677. Its a windcheater type and will cost €30

Minor Hurling A Championship final fixed for Sunday in O'Toole Park at 12:30pm vs Ballyboden. Best of luck to Brendan, Denis, Packie and all the lads. This is a big one folks - we need every able-bodied supporter we can find - dont miss it! Please note that the mentors, players and parents are invited back to the club for light refreshments after the game.

Both U21 teams are in action in the championship on Saturday, the A team play Lucan away and the B team play their replay against St. Peregrines in Blakestown at the same time.

Last week to get in your photos for the ".. seen wearing Cuala top in interesting places" competition

Please see attached Cuala Player Pathway document from the Coaching Dept. This should make interesting reading for people involved in teams of all ages.

Best of luck to the Intermediate and Junior Footballers who play Ballyboden and St.Margarets respectively. Both team are looking to continue their push for promotion.
Note Voting procedures for upcoming AGM will be posted on the Website. (Hint: If you can get through these - consider applying for a place in Mensa!). Well done to Michael Goodwin who obviously missed his calling as an election agent !

06/11/08
The US election excitement might be over but we have some electing of our own to do over the coming weeks. First to the team news:
Team of the week are our Minor Hurlers who beat a fancied Kilmacud Crokes team last Sunday in the MHC A Championship to reach the final against Ballyboden on 16th November (Parnell Park?). On a scoreline of Crokes 2-9 to Cuala 3-12 the result was comprehensive! So all roadworthy vehicles should be readied, all red and white flag sourced, jerseys washed, klaxons tested and supporters rested for what promises to be a great day out. More details next week.
The Juvenile Girls competitive season draws to an end this weekend with two titles up for grabs. The U10s (1998) footballers play the D2 Shield Final on Saturday against St. Maurs at 1.30pm in O'Tooles. Please support the girls as they try to add the Shield title to their D2 league title. A social event will be held in the Club after the final to mark the end of the season. On Sunday our U12 (1996) footballers play in their D2 Shield Final against Clontarf at 1.30pm in Silver Park. Please support the girls as they try to go one better than last year when they lost in the final to the same opposition. A social event will also be held in the Club after this final to mark the end of the season for both the 1996 and 1997 football and camogie panels.
U13 Girls are playing in the Div 2 Championship final this Saturday against Ballinteer St.Johns. The game will be played at the Lucan Sarsfields GAA (12th Lock) with 1:30pm thrown-in. Good luck Girls.
U13B Footballers won a crucial league match last Saturday with a super all-round performance against Naomh Barrog. Next Saturday, they play St.Patrick's Palmerstown in the semi-final of the Shield at 3pm Thomastown. All support welcome as the lads attempt to reach their 2nd of 3 finals in a month.
Well done to U13 hurlers Kevin Killion, Andrew Murphy, Jack Behan, Colm O'Luing, Kyle Braine and Sean Treacy who were part of the Dublin U13 Development squad who had a comprehensive victory over Kildare on Sunday last.
The boys U14A Footballers were involved in a very exciting league match against Naomh Mearnog in Thomastown last Saturday. While the Cuala lads have their Div 1 status already secured for next year, Nh Mearnog required the victory in their attempt to avoid relegation. In the end Cuala lost by 1 point with a final scoreline of Cuala 2-12 Nh Mearnog 3-10.
Academy AGM is Monday 10th November at 9pm.

The Ladies section AGM will be in the Cuala Bar on Thursday 13th November at 8:30pm.

The Juvenile Section AGM takes place on next Tuesday evening, 11th November in the Hall at 8:30pm. All mentors and parents are encouraged to attend so as to gain a greater appreciation of the wider workings of the club.

The Club AGM is less than a month away on Thursday Dec 4th. Some of you will already have received notice of same in the post. Note as a result of last Tuesdays SGM, a revised Coiste nomination form has come into use and is available on the website (as opposed to the one you would have received in the post). Please use the revised form in which specific positions on Coiste are detailed. Also, a listing of all current Adult Members will be posted on the Cuala Notice Board by Friday. To ensure that all adult members are included on the mailing list and have received the AGM notification, please review the list and advise Ken O'Sullivan on osullivankw@eircom.net or 087-2357093 of any discrepancies or required changes.

Well done to all three Cuala Adult Football teams who had convincing wins last weekend. All three are still in the hunt for promotion so keep it up lads.

Start your Christmas off on the 3rd of December in the Killiney Castle Hotel at 8pm. The 1999 age group are hosting a night of music performed by the Gospel Choir "Anthem Singer" whose singers include our very own Marian Holden. This is a night not to be missed and tickets are limited. Check out their website www.anthemsingers.ie. The price of the tickets is €20 which includes mulled wines and mince pie reception. Great value. Contact Michael Jackson on 086 2375736 or at Michael@dlr.ie .
The U13 Age Group will hold a Family Quiz on Saturday 15th in the Hall. Teams of 4 in which 2 members of the team must be 16 or younger should encourgage good family participation.Contact Aonghus 087 2205102 , Patsy 086 1211802 or Brendan 087 6652797 to book your table. So fish out the Trivia Pursuit and get practicing!

A good last weekend overall with our U11 (1997s) camogie team finishing their league campaign with a big win over local rivals Kilmacud Crokes, our U10 footballers (1998s) with a big win away against Lucan Sarsfields in the quater final of the Shield competition and our U12 D2 (1996s) girls reaching the final of the football Shield competition with a narrow victory away against St. Margarets Round Towers. Unfortunately, our U12 D3 (1997) girls were beaten despite a wholehearted performance against Innisfails in their football Shield quarter final. No competitive games this weekend although our U8 (2000) girls are entered in a camogie Blitz in the Phoenix Park on Sunday.

The U10's sent out a good team to Kilmacud last Sunday for what turned out to be a magnificent afternoon of hurling. On a wet and stormy afternoon it was straight into action against a Kilmacud Crokes team who caught Cuala a bit cold, winning 1-4 to 1-1 with the Cuala scores coming from Joe Mahoney and Emmet Murphy. Kilmacud went on to win the blitz outright. Next up was a date with the might of former Cork champions Newtownshandrum, home of the famous Ben and Jerry O'Connor. A point down Cuala got a penalty with two minutes to go. The defence lined the goalmouth as Cuala mentors whispered words of encouragement to Diarmait Maas as he composed himself. "Take the point and get the draw" was one opinion but how many times will we have the chance to claim a scalp as prized as this. Diarmait looked, stepped up, raised the sliotar in a perfect arc and drove the ball into the back of the net. Brave, accurate, and a winning move that will live long in the mind of those who were there to witness it. Tiredness kicked in for third match against Gorey going down 1-5 to 1-1, but we came out hard and fast in our last game against Lucan and blew them away with scores from Fionn O'Drisceoil, Jack Hartnett, Rory McMahon, Fionn Myres and Emmet Murphy in a 1-5 to 0-1 victory to send us home tired but happy five hours after arriving. Kilmacud were perfect hosts with sausage and chips for the lads (of all ages) and a special plaque which team captain for the Lucan game, Stephen McDonnell proudly held aloft. Special thanks to the lads who gave their all, to the parents who supported them and especially to those who came along to support the team even though their own lads hadn't made it on this occasion.

Cuala U11A and B Hurlers defeated by Fingallians at Clonkeen last Saturday. Great performances put in by a large number of players. Weather permitting, there will be a hurling and football skills competition at Clonkeen this Saturday.

Well done to the U12 Hurlers who recorded another strong win against a fancied Whitehall team last Saturday in Clonkeen.

There will be a full Juvenile Committee Meeting at 9.30pm on Tuesday, November 4th. All age groups need to be represented and to submit their report for the Juvenile AGM which takes place in the Cuala Hall at 8.30pm on Tuesday, November 11th.

Congrats to the U16 Hurlers on winning the B Shield Final last Saturday. Playing in Shankill against Commercials, the Cuala lads showed a lot of class, particularly in the 1st half, and excellent defensive qualities in the 2nd half to withstand a spirited fight back by the opposition. Cuala ran out 10 point winners on a score line of 3-11 to 2-4.

Best of luck to the Senior Hurlers who play St. Judes in Belfield at 3PM this Saturday in their final Championship Play-off game. All support welcome.

October Coaching Newsletter attached - essential reading for coaches and mentors of all ages.

16 October 2008
The club wish to send their condolences to Jo Golden on the death of her mother who died at the age of 100 recently.

Well done to the U10 footballers who beat Ballinteer St.Johns and K.Crokes last Saturday.

Good luck to the U10 hurlers who will be playing in an All-Ireland competition featuring Na Piarsigh of Cork and teams from Wexford,Tipperary as well as Dublin on Sunday afternnon next.

Well done to the U12s who had a good victory against Ballyboden in Div2 football last Saturday. They now head the league and are itching to get back to Div1 football.

Well done also to the U13s footballers against Clontarf.

Best of luck to the U13 hurlers who play Kilmacud Crokes in the Div1 Championship final next weekend. Match fixed for 4pm and all support most welcome.

The U14As had a good win vs Whitehall while the U14B Footballers had a very close match vs Croi Ro Naofa last Saturday. This was a crucial game to keep in contention for the league title. However when Cuala keeper Conor Bass made a crucial save with a few minutes to go, the ref awarded a highly controversial penalty which was scored to leave a two point lead for Croi. Cuala bombarded the Croi net but were unable to break down their defence in the dying minues.

Well done to the Girls U13 team on reaching the Final Div 2 championship. The girls beat St. Anne's by a 2 point margin in the semi-final in Meadowvale last Sunday in a very close game. The game was level with 5 minutes remaining but points by Amy Bell and Fiona Craddock secured victory. Fiona was the captain on the day and had an outstanding game.

Juvenile AGM will take place on Tuesday november 11th. Nominations for officer positions and motions for the AGM must be submitted to Rob Hartnett or Ken O'Sullivan by Monday Nov. 3rd.

Hard luck to the Minor footballers who were narrowly defeated in the Championship by Trinity Gaels.

Well done to the Senior hurlers who recorded a good victory over Naomh Mearnog on Saturday afternoon in the Championship play-offs.

Hard luck to the Junior C hurlers who were narrowly defeated by Erin's Isle in the Championship final in O' Toole Park last Sunday. Despite a gallant performance and not much luck, Isles ran out stronger in the end. The Cuala team was populated predominantly by Minors (some who had already played Minor championship in the morning) and U21s, and did very well against an experienced Isles outfit. Great performances - check out the photos on the website.


Training under lights has commenced in Loreto this week. Remember no boots - runners only and please respect the neighbours and hosts.

Find attached registration form for the upcoming Cuala Mid-term camp. All information is contained therein.

There are still places left on the Level one Football coaching course starting on Nov 3rd. Any one interested should let Caroline Kenny(Cuala GPO) know asap.

And just to show we publish the defeats as well as the victories - bad weekend last week for the Cuala Girls with losses in all 4 Championship matches. On Saturday there was a heartbreak for the U12 Camogie team, who unluckily lost their sem-final to a last minute point by Erin Go Bragh in extra time. U10 footballers bowed out of the championship when losing to a very strong O'Tooles side later the same day. Things went from bad to worse on Sunday, with both U12 Football teams beaten by St. Maurs and Ballyboden despite good performances. All 3 football team have a good chance of progressing in the football Shield competitions however. Football shield competition to commence weekend of 18th October. Final U11 Camogie league game of the season this Saturday against Kilmacud Crokes in Meadowvale 10:30am.

On better news, the U13A Hurlers had a fine win over St. Vincents last Saturday in the semi-final of the Hurling Championship. In a keenly contested match, both sides served up a fine display of stickwork, with the Cuala boys winning by a narrow 4 points. Cuala now play Kilmacud Crokes in the County A Championship final this Saturday. The county finalists are Sean Gibney, Conor O'sullivan, Kevin Killian,Sean Drummond, Jack Behan, Cian Byrne, Sean O'Braonain, Andrew Murphy, Colm O'Luing, Kyle Brain, Sean Treacy, Killian Sheanon, Gavin Nolan, Sean Dowling, Luc O'Giollain, Eoin O'Dormain and Liam Bermingham - with a little help from Jake Malone. THanks to great support who travelled to the match, much appreciated. Well done all.

Well done also to the U13Bs who are in the Shield final after a good win over Naomh Fionnbarra.

Good wins last weekend for the U14s, U15s, U16s and Minor A hurlers who beat St.Davids in the MHC A1.
Intermediate footballers continue to chase promotion after good win over Garda.

The Junior C Hurlers are in the County final vs Erins Isle on Sunday next at 4pm in O'Toole Park. All supporters are most welcome.

The Coaching Level one (or Award One) course for football coaches begins in Cuala on Monday 3rd November. See attached flyer for details. Please contact Caroline Kenny on 085-1376650 to register.
Also please find attached the coaching note from the Fundamental hurling session conducted by Paudie Butler. Coaches of all ages should find something useful in there. For more copies or information please email cualagpo@hotmail.com or cualacoaching@yahoo.ie.

A communications company have been in touch .re a free texting service for coaches/managers. As a number of you have already received the email, I'm attaching a document with the details received. I would ask you to proceed with caution to ensure no hidden charges as this service has not been vetted by the club. Please feedback to me with any comments or experiences.

Lastly, congratulations to all involved in the most successful Cuala Family Funday ever and special thanks to all who managed the stalls and helped out. With Divine Intervention organised to deliver on the weather sure nothing could have gone wrong!

4th September
Reminder that the Girls Juvenile Committee are holding it's annual Girls Open Night this Friday 5th September next in Meadowvale from 5.30pm to 7.00pm. Bring a friend .For more details contact Fiona 086-7582059.
It was a good weekend for the U10 and U12 camogie teams with big wins against Thomas Davis and St. Annes respectively with a special mention for the three Quill sisters who all feautured among the scorers for the U12s. A busy fixture list this weekend with U12s and U10s camogie and football games and U11 camogie. Check the calendar on the Girls juvenile page on the website for full details and match reports.
Senior Camogie team are playing championship semi-final this Saturday at 6:30pm against Portmarnock in Clanna Gael (Ringsend). Vocal supporters required!
The U10 footballers got their Autumn season off to a flying start with six wins one draw and one defeat against a mix of K.Croke and Bray Emmetts teams in Blitzes last weekend.
U12 Hurlers had a cracking game against St.Vincents last Sunday morning. Skill levels were high and there was no shortage of commitment(timber!). A fantastic contest ended in a draw. Special thanks to the U11s Jack Lahert, Justin Byrne and Niall O'Callaghan who stood in and played so well.
Minor Championships commence this Sunday with the first of the round-robin football games. The Minor As play Naomh Mearnog in Shankill at 11am and the Bs play Clontarf in St Annes at 10:30am. As much support as possible required for both matches. Minor hurling championship commences Sunday week. Details next week.
A Quiz will be held in the bar on Saturday night in support of Mikey and Anna Sheanon who are raising funds for a trip with the Niall Mellon Township Foundation. The first Ceist will be posed at 9pm so be on time. Please support this worthy cause.
Here is something of interest for all the Dubs. SideLine Productions have just released a boxset of the 1983-SemiFinal Draw and replay between Dublin and Cork and also the final between Dublin and Galway. Contact Natasha on 6315310 or 086-2156150.

24 April 2008
Senior hurlers play a critical Championship game this Sunday 27th against 2006 County Champions Craobh Chiaran in O'Toole Park at 11am. All support is very welcome for what is a crucial game. (Note there is a possibility this match could be moved to Saturday afternoon) .
Please note that the Allianz National Football League Division 2 final between Dublin and Westmeath will take place on Saturday next 26th April in Navan at 7pm. There will be no advance sale of tickets as cash will be taken at the turnstiles.
Camogie girls lost a hard fought battle against Oliver Plunketts on Tuesday last going down 6-4 to 4-3. Next match will be at home vs Naomh Mearnog on Tuesday 29th April. Training on Sunday in Shanganah at 10am.
U12As footballers had a comprehensive win against Naomh Olaf last Saturday, while the Bs had a well deserved victory over Kilmacud Crokes. Paul Flynn had a fantastic game - an hour after making his confirmation. I suppose we could call that divine inspiration.
And lastly, as if you didnt know, the Annual Awards Dinner is scheduled for Saturday night in Killiney Castle. Tickets sales will be closing Thursday 24th at10pm to allow table allocations etc to happen. Our guest of honour will be Christy Cooney - president-elect of the the GAA so it should be an interesting evening. See the details on the website http://www.cualagaa.ie/

Senior hurlers play Crumlin in Div 1 league on Saturday next at 4:30 in Pearse Park and play away on Sunday to Kilkenny team in Leinster league. Note times and venues may change

Senior Camogie Girls have their first match of the season v Ballinteer St. Johns in Marley Park on Sunday 30th March. Throw in 11am.

Easter camp for U11s was a great success - well done to Ken, Caroline and the Coaching Dept.

Congratulations to Jake Malone, Shane Murphy and Daithi O'Murchú who were key members of the South Dublin Football team who won the Ahearne Memorial cup in Naomh Mearnog on Saturday. Two South Dublin teams made it to the final. Hard luck to Con O'Callaghan who was on the losing team. Nice pictures in the Herald on Tuesday and not a North side team in sight!

Good news - Part VIII(planning permission) for Hyde Park was approved by Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown Co Co on Wednesday. This will allow for lights, back-nets and pitch upgrade for the main Cuala pitch and for the building of a new shared all-weather. Thanks to the local Councillors for greatly assisting Cuala with this hugely important development.

The long-awaited dressing-rooms for Thomastown are being built off-site by the supplier at the moment and should be in place by end of May-08.

Kick-boxing tournament in the Hall last Saturday was very successful with the place packed to the rafters. Such events are vital sources of revenue to the club. Well done to the Bar Committee for a great event.

Cuala Academy Race Night Horses now on Sale! Details from any Academy Member. Get the babysitter booked for the big night on Saturday April 19th.

Well done to Oisin Gough on being awarded a GPA third-level scholarship - the only Dublin player to do so. The scholarships were awarded using funds from the sale of Club Energiser soft drinks.

Remember summertime officially begins this weekend! Keep eye out for changes in training times and venues.

Best of luck to Jake Malone, Con O'Callaghan and Daithi O Murchú in the annual Dublin South vs Dublin North Easter Tournament. Our boys are representing the southside in the all-day blitz in Naomh Mearnog on Saturday.

Good Féile win for Cuala U14s last weekend against Whitehall Colmcilles - a great start to proceedings. Next up is Na Fianna - keep it up lads!

Senior Hurlers play Kinnity from Offaly in first match of Leinster League, Bank Holiday Monday 2pm, Hyde Park.

The new girls juvenile committee is now up and running and is responsible for the following teams entered in this years camogie and football leagues: U12 Camogie (1996), U12 Football A (1996), U12 Football B (1996 & 1997), U11 Camogie (1997), U10 Football (1998), U10 Camogie (1998) and U9 Camogie (1999). As there are five new teams entered this year, equipment is at a premium so if anyone out there has any unused equipment e.g. jerseys, footballs, sliotars, etc please contact Fintan Quill 086-8197352. More importantly, although the girls section is going from strength to strength, we are particularly in need of U11's (1997s) this year. If you have any sisters, daughters or nieces of this age why not find out if they and their friends would be interested in coming to training some evening. Beginners particularly welcome. Please contact Eileen Quill 087-2241032 for details.

Annual Awards night scheduled for 26th April in Killiney Castle - get your tickets early as last year we ran out of tickets!

The first ever Cuala Juvenile Night at the Dogs at Shelbourne Park has been confirmed for Thursday evening May 15th. 'Coiste na Madra' has been formed and tickets will be going on sale during the first week of April through each of the Juvenile age groups.

"Phanton Goalpost Painter"(Garrett McDermott) has struck again - painting the upper posts in Thomastown this time. If you spot someone with tins of paint, a long ladder be sure to say thanks - true volunteer - saw a job that needed to be done and just went and did it.

The St. Patrick's Céile was a great success - nearly 400 club member and friends enjoyed a great night. Thanks to all the organising committe and many helpers for a fantastic event.

An Domhnach seo chughainn, beidh Áth Cliath agus Corcaigh ag imirt sa Sraith Náisiúnta Camógaíocht, Roinn 1 i Glenalbyn ag 2pm. Fáilte roimh luch tacaíochta mór do na fóirne seo.

Dublin vs Monaghan match was cancelled last weekend, replay is Sunday 23rd MArch at 2.30pm in Parnell Park. Tickets for postponed game will be accepted at the turnstiles. Stand tickets are all allocated - additional terrace tickets will be available from the County Board.

Cuala U9 girls came out to play Faughs in Templeogue in freezing weather and they did the club proud. Two teams of five braved the elements in Tymon Park. Team-1 players were Brid O'Donnell, Jennifer Byrne, Caolinn Quinn, Nora Noone, Sinead Ruigroke. Team-2 players were Rachel Byrne,Niamh Sheehan, Alana Carney, Alison Slowey and Albha Dwyer. Team 1 drew their first match but lost narrowly in the second. Team 2 won both matches comfortably. Well done girls!

U10s hurlers had mixed fortunes last weekend, Ambers had a hard fought draw vs Naomh Olaf in terribly conditions last Saturday, while the Black group won one of three vs sBallyboden -going down on aggregate.

U14B Footballer are in the semi-final of the Feile competition due to walkover last Saturday. Best of luck to the U14 Hurlers who play their first Feile match this weekend.

Cuala Juvenile Night at the Dogs is now booked for May 15th. Each age group has nominated one representative to help organise the event and preparations will start next week. If you are able to help or fancy yourself as a bit of a dogs expert drop Rob Hartnett a line on rob@hmpr.ie or on 086 3851955

Best of luck to the Senior hurlers who play St.Vincents this Saturday afternoon at 4pm in Dalkey in their first league game of the season.

A Russian TV crew will be at the aforementioned Senior match on Saturday especially to learn and video hurling for a travel programme back in Russia. Who knows, perhaps a certain Mr.Abramovich might take an interest?

Coaching Dept have published this months coaching newsletter. Please find it attached.

Dublin Colleges had a great win in the Leinster Final over CBS Kilkenny with David Treacy, Colm O'Farrell, Conor Gough and Simon Timlon representing Cuala. This is a significant achievement for Dublin hurlers over the traditional powerhouses of Leinster colleges. Such is the significance, that the strength of Southside hurling was acknowledged by Tom Humphries in an Irish Times article last Monday. Well done lads!

Special thanks to Ciaran Monaghan for putting down the new wooden floor in the Committee Room. Its fierce posh looking!

Sports Capital Grant application sent in to Department for upgrade work on the Hall. Thanks to all who have made it happen.

Don't forget the Family Ceili on St.Patricks night, its hard to believe that its been a year since the last one. Its great craic so come on down.

Lastly, best wishes to Willie Braine who will be going to Kosovo soon to serve for a number of months with the United Nations. We hope its a safe and productive trip. Don't forget to pack the hurls Willie!

6.03.08
U10 Hurlers playing their second league fixture this Saturday. The Black group are at home to Ballyboden and the Ambers are on the road to Naomh Olaf, both throw-ins at 11am.

U13A Footballers topped Division 1 of the grading leagues and are looking forward to a high-powered season!

Cuala U14 Hurlers got off to a great start in their league campaign in Division 1 with an emphatic 4.11 to 2.4 win over Castleknock.Colm Cronin at centre forward was the star-man contributing 7 points to Cuala's tally, with 5 from play.Wow!

Well done to the Senior Hurlers who defeated Crumlin in Pearse Park in the first round of the Boland Cup on Saturday afternoon while the Junior A Hurlers had a good victory against Crumlin on Sunday morning. The Intermediate footballers were defeated by Clann na Gael on Sunday morning in Dalkey while the Junior Footballers drew against St.Annes in the Parson Cup.

Kids dont forget the Annual Easter Camp, Football 18th-20th March, hurling 25th-28th March. Applications forms on the website. For any would-be coaches who would like to work in the Easter Camp an application form is attached. Please return to Coaching Dept.

All Juvenile and Academy mentors are reminded of the importance of making sure goal posts are secured. New pegs and hammers have been delivered to Thomastown and Clonkeen for just such a purpose, so put 'em to good use!
The annual family St. Patricks night Ceili will take place in the hall on (the 17th) from 8-11pm, €10 per family with music, dancing, tea and cakes. A great night and fun for all the family.
First ever Cuala Juvenile 'Night at the Dogs' will take place on Thursday evening,May 15th at Shelbourne Park. This will be a major fundraiser for all age groups within the juvenile section and plenty of opportunities to 'help out'! If you can spare some time please contact Rob Hartnett on 086 3851955. Watch this space for more new over the coming weeks.

Some interesting Coaching Courses on in the next few weeks. If interested contact Caroline Kenny on 085-1376650 or Dublin Coaching Dept on (01) 8312099:
Imaginary Training & Mental Rehearsal
Date: Wed 12th March;Venue St.Finnians Swords;Time:7:30pm;Tutor:Brendan Harpur;
Fitness with the Ball
Date: Fri 14thMarch;Venue:Round-Towers Clondalkin;Time:7:30pm;Tutor:Brian Ladden;
Upping the Tempo
Date 15th March;Venue:St. Brigids;Time:7:30pm;Tutor:Len Gaynor;

Lastly, you will all hopefully have received the recent letter in regard to our interest in purchasing land locally. In case you have not received it, a link is attached. The letter has been very favourable received by both the membership and by the broader community. Many thanks to those who have so generously responded. If you are in a position to make a significant contribution then this is a chance to make a real difference to the future of Cuala, our community and many generations of players yet to come.

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