SENIOR HURLERS: Patrickswell were pipped by Monaleen in the City Senior Hurling League. Monaleen notched three points in the opening two minutes before Patrick Kirby responded with two scores. A key phase of the match was a devastating Monaleen scoring spree of six consecutive points in four minutes. The scoreline after 15 minutes was 0-10 to 0-5 after Patrick Kirby 0-2 and Mark Carmody also chipped in. Patrickswell trimmed the deficit to 0-12 to 0-9 after a quartet of points from the free-scoring Patrick Kirby. Unfortunately Monaleen finished the first half strongly and reached the interval at 0-16 to 0-10 ahead.

The opening ten minutes were edged by Patrickswell, who narrowed the gap to 0-20 to 0-16 (Patrick Kirby 0-3, Evan Fitzgerald,  Cian Fitzgerald and Mark Carmody). By the 51st minute, Patrickswell had moved within two points at 0-22 to 0-20, thanks to Cian Gorman, Mark Carmody, Evan Fitzgerald and Patrick Kirby. Unfortunately, Monaleen matched the ‘Well stride for stride and Patrick Kirby’s trio of frees were cancelled out by our visitors. Monaleen won the fixture by 0-25 to 0-23.

JUNIOR HURLERS: Patrickswell needed resilience to hold off Kildimo-Pallaskenry in the City League. The strong breeze was a major factor in this keenly contested match. With the wind at our back, Gavin Carey scored a goal within 30 seconds and eight points were added without reply (Liam Fitzgerald 0-2, Dayle McDonagh 0-2, Billy Earls 0-2, Calvin Carroll and David Woulfe). Kildimo-Pallaskenry dominated the closing stages of the first half and scored a goal and four points in contrast to Patrickswell’s four points from Calvin Carroll, Billy Earls 0-2 and Liam Fitzgerald. The half-time score was 1-12 to 1-4.

As expected, the breeze worked in Kildimo-Pallaskenry’s favour and they scored a goal and three points in six minutes. Patrickswell were now ahead by just 1-12 to 2-7 and responded in gritty style. Despite the elements, Patrickswell were three points clear on 1-17 to 2-11 after 50 minutes (Calvin Carroll 0-4 and David Woulfe). The final 10 minutes were tense and low-scoring. Calvin Carroll and Liam Fitzgerald ensured a 1-19 to 2-13 victory. The next match is scheduled for Thursday March 27 away to St. Patrick’s at 7.30pm.

CLUB NIGHT: Patrickswell GAA and Camogie Club Night is being held on Saturday March 29 in the Cu Chulainn from 8.30pm sharp. There is a medal presentation to 2024’s Junior A hurling, Minor hurling and Junior Camogie winners. In addition, the Club Person of the Year award will be announced. Music is by Kim’s People.

CLUB MEMBERSHIP: Club Membership for 2025 is now open on ClubZap, with prices unchanged from 2024  – please click here… Every player must pay membership to ensure they are registered with their governing body and covered against injury.

CLUB LOTTO: The Club Lotto draw on Tuesday March 18 was not won. The numbers drawn were 12, 13, 15 and 28. The bonus number was 16. The €50 Lucky Dips were won by Tom O’Brien and Michael Fitzgerald while the €20 prizes were claimed by Mary Gillane Higgins, Denis Casey, Aisling Murray, Shaunna Gavin, Julie Darcy Senior and Colin Coughlan. This week’s jackpot is €19,200.