Club Notes 13.07.26
Féile Dhéagláin 2026: A Weekend to Remember
What a day! On behalf of everyone at St. Declan's GAA Club, we would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to each and every person who came to Ardmore to support the inaugural Féile Dhéagláin. It was truly a day to remember, and we are overwhelmed by the incredible support shown to our club, our volunteers and our beautiful village.
With over 2,500 people passing through the gates throughout the day, Ardmore was buzzing from morning until night. Blessed with glorious sunshine, the village came alive with music, laughter, colour and an incredible community spirit that made the day one of the highlights of the summer.
From the moment the gates opened, families, friends and visitors from across Waterford, Cork, Tipperary and beyond flocked to Ardmore to enjoy a fantastic day of entertainment. The Wobbly Circus delighted children throughout the afternoon, the funfair and bumper cars were hugely popular, while appearances from Bluey, Peppa Pig and other surprise guests created magical memories for our youngest visitors. Everywhere you looked there were smiling faces enjoying a relaxed summer's day in one of Ireland's most picturesque seaside villages.
The live music was simply outstanding from beginning to end. We were treated to brilliant performances from Simon Says, Opposite Cheeks and Out the Gap, before our headline act The Kilkennys brought the festival to a spectacular close. The atmosphere in front of the stage during the evening was electric, with hundreds of people singing, dancing and enjoying what was an unforgettable finale to a fantastic day.
The event showcased everything that makes our community so special. Visitors enjoyed a fantastic selection of food vendors, refreshments from our bar and tuck shop, children's activities, games and entertainment, all while soaking up the unique atmosphere that only Ardmore can offer. It was wonderful to see so many people spending the day together, supporting local businesses and creating memories with family and friends.
Thank You to Our Volunteers
An event of this scale simply does not happen without an incredible team of volunteers.
To every member of our organising committee, club officers, coaches, players, parents, stewards, parking attendants, ticket sellers, gate staff, bar volunteers, tuck shop teams, setup and clean-up crews, first aid personnel, security staff and everyone who gave up their time in the weeks leading up to the festival and on the day itself – thank you.
Your dedication, hard work and willingness to volunteer countless hours ensured everything ran so smoothly. Féile Dhéagláin was a true community effort and every single volunteer should be immensely proud of what was achieved.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
A very special word of thanks must also go to our valued sponsors, whose generosity and support helped make Féile Dhéagláin possible.
We are incredibly grateful to Wiser Recycling, Simply Blue Group, Fortcay, ICA, and Mycro for believing in our vision and supporting what has become a truly memorable community event. Their commitment to local initiatives and investment in our club and our community played a vital role in bringing this festival to life.
We would encourage everyone to support the businesses and organisations that continue to support local clubs and communities. We are proud to have partnered with such outstanding sponsors, and we sincerely thank them for helping make the inaugural Féile Dhéagláin such a tremendous success.
Thank You to Everyone Involved
We would also like to thank our musicians, entertainers, food vendors, production crews, sound and lighting teams, security personnel, emergency services, contractors and suppliers who all contributed to delivering such a professional and enjoyable event.
A special thank you goes to the residents and businesses of Ardmore for welcoming so many visitors to the village. It was fantastic to see cafés, restaurants, pubs, accommodation providers and local businesses enjoying such a busy and vibrant day. Féile Dhéagláin wasn't just a success for St. Declan's GAA Club—it was a wonderful showcase for Ardmore and demonstrated what can be achieved when a community comes together.
Finally, to everyone who purchased a ticket, travelled to Ardmore, danced, sang, laughed and helped create such an incredible atmosphere—thank you. The support shown for our club has been truly humbling.
Events like Féile Dhéagláin are about much more than one day of entertainment. They help generate vital funds that will allow St. Declan's GAA Club to continue investing in our facilities, supporting our players of all ages and providing opportunities for future generations. Every ticket purchased and every hour volunteered has helped strengthen our club and our community.
As the lights dimmed and the final notes echoed across the village on Saturday night, there was a real sense that something special had been created. The smiles on people's faces, the friendships renewed, the memories made and the overwhelming support from the community have given us a fantastic foundation to build upon.
The inaugural Féile Dhéagláin has exceeded every expectation and has shown what is possible when a community works together with a shared vision. We sincerely hope this festival has become another proud tradition for Ardmore and one that people will look forward to for many years to come.
From everyone at St. Declan's GAA Club, thank you for making the first Féile Dhéagláin such an outstanding success.
Go raibh míle maith agaibh. Here's to an even bigger and better Féile Dhéagláin in 2027! 💙🤍
A more scenic location for a Féile is hard to find
Flocks of people descend on St Declan’s GAA
St Declan’s GAA club a wash with visitors
Bar staff all smiles before the mayhem!
Shoulder to the wheel, bar volunteers under pressure, incl. Seamus Prendergast!
Marie O’Brien, Oisín Langan & Sarah O’Connell brief respite from bar duties!!
The Sideline Ardmore serving the masses
Club Notes 06.07.26
U14 Hurling
We travelled to Dungarvan on Thursday evening to take them on in the U14 championship. We played 15 aside in this game as both clubs had enough players togged out. It was very warm and the pitch in excellent condition. The lads played well in the first half and at the break were winning by 4 points. In the second half they really upped the performance and won well in the end. The result means we’re on top of the league table after 5 games.
We have a break this week with the Cúl Camps taking place at the club grounds.
Under 10 Hurling
U10’s had all county hurling blitz in Kilrossanty on Saturday, playing Erin's Own, Ballygunner and Cois Bhride. Great application and performances by all and another positive day for this group.
Under 12 camogie
Our Under 12 team produced a fantastic performance in their semi-final against Cappoquin Sunday morning, a side who had previously beaten us in the league.
Played in very hot conditions, the girls showed huge determination and battled hard from the first whistle to the last. It was a tough, closely contested game with very little separating the teams throughout.
In a nail-biting finish, our girls dug deep and held on to claim a brilliant one-point victory. A fantastic team effort and a well-deserved place in the final after a memorable battle. Well done to all the players and coaches Ciarán, Sabrina and Brett.
U16 Camogie:
Our U16 team played Modeligo on Tuesday evening and despite our best efforts we were beaten by a skillful Modeligo side. Our next outing will be against St. Anne's.
Minor Camogie:
Our Minor Camogie team had the first outing of their Championship on Sunday evening against Butlerstown in Ardmore.
We were ahead at half time but the young subs that Butlerstown had made a huge difference in the second half. A strong second half performance saw Butlerstown claim the victory.
Our next outing will be against Clonea.
Féile Déaglán – Saturday, 11th July 2026
Excitement is continuing to build for Féile Déaglán 2026, which takes place this Saturday, 11th July at St Declan's GAA Grounds, Ardmore.
This promises to be one of the biggest events of the summer in West Waterford, featuring a fantastic evening of live music, entertainment, food vendors and refreshments in a unique coastal setting.
Preparations are progressing well and we look forward to welcoming supporters, visitors and music fans from near and far to Ardmore. Keep an eye on the club's social media channels for artist announcements, ticket information and event updates over the coming weeks.
Tickets are available from local outlets and online at www.ardmoregaa.ie.
Make sure to mark the date in your diary — Saturday, 11th July — and join us for what promises to be a memorable Féile Déaglán 2026. The weather looks to be good, bring the family, food drink and Fun times ahead in Ardmore next Saturday.
The Sideline is Nearly Here
There is great excitement around St. Declan's GAA Club as we look forward to welcoming The Sideline to our club grounds over the next week or two.
The Sideline has been developed to provide a premium match-day and community experience for everyone visiting Ardmore GAA. Located beside our clubhouse and new playground, it will serve Badger & Dodo speciality coffee, freshly prepared pizzas, treats and refreshments in a relaxed, family-friendly setting.
More than just a coffee and pizza trailer, The Sideline is another investment in our club and community. It has been designed to create a welcoming space where players, supporters, families, walkers and visitors can meet, relax and enjoy quality food and drink while supporting the continued development of St. Declan's GAA Club.
Sustainability has also been a key focus throughout the project. We are committed to reducing waste wherever possible by encouraging the use of reusable cups and serving options, while sourcing quality ingredients and supporting Irish and local suppliers whenever we can.
The Sideline will be open during club matches and events, with additional opening times to be announced over the coming weeks. We look forward to welcoming everyone through the hatch for a great coffee, fresh pizza and a warm Ardmore welcome.
We can't wait to officially open and share this exciting new addition with our members, supporters and the wider community. Keep an eye on our social media pages for opening dates and more updates over the coming weeks.
The Sideline – Great Coffee. Fresh Pizza. Community.
Club Notes 29.06.26
U14 football
We played Ballyduff/Portlaw in under 14 football on Tuesday evening last in Ardmore. It was a competitive first half but we got on top in the second half and recorded a great win. This group of boys are training hard at present and getting the rewards when they play their games
U14 hurling
On Thursday evening we travelled to Abbeyside to play them in the U14 league. It was a very warm evening and we were glad to have 5 subs that we could use as we needed to give players a break. Overall it was a very good performance and we won well in the end . Up next is an under 14 hurling game against Dungarvan on Thursday evening in Dungarvan at 6.30
U12 hurling
We travelled to Ballygunner on Sunday morning to play U12 hurling league . We had 19 players togged out and everyone got lots of playing time. It was close enough until halftime but with the Sid of the breeze and some lovely hurling we pulled away and in the end we won well.
U8 All County Blitz
We had a very enjoyable Under 8 blitz hosted by Killrossanty on Saturday morning. The weather went against us all, but our Boys and Girl battled bravely and performed excellently as we have become accustomed to from this group.
Camogie Notes
Under 12
Our U12 team played away to Modeligo last Thursday in what can only be described as blistering heat. This didn’t deter our girls however and they fought to the bitter end coming out with a landslide victory at the final whistle. We will now look forward to a semi final in the coming weeks.
Under 14
Our U14’s also had a fantastic win in the sweltering heat on Wednesday evening. They beat a strong Tramore side 9-3 to 4-2 after giving everything they had for the 50 minutes. They will now progress to a semi final. Well done to both teams.
Déise Draw 2026
We net our quota, and indeed surpassed last years sales. Thanks to everyone who supported, it gives vital funding to keep the club going.
Féile Déaglán – Saturday, 11th July 2026
Excitement is continuing to build for Féile Déaglán 2026, which takes place on Saturday, 11th July at St Declan's GAA Grounds, Ardmore.
This promises to be one of the biggest events of the summer in West Waterford, featuring a fantastic evening of live music, entertainment, food vendors and refreshments in a unique coastal setting.
Preparations are progressing well and we look forward to welcoming supporters, visitors and music fans from near and far to Ardmore. Keep an eye on the club's social media channels for artist announcements, ticket information and event updates over the coming weeks.
Tickets are available from local outlets and online at www.ardmoregaa.ie.
Make sure to mark the date in your diary — Saturday, 11th July — and join us for what promises to be a memorable Féile Déaglán 2026.
New Adventure Trail at St Declan’s GAA Club
Exciting news this week with the installation of our new adventure playground. Its open to the public and a wonderful addition to our Club. Its great for balance and Co ordination and indeed is already being well used by the children and the odd adult! Thanks to the very generous support from a local resident who has made this project achievable.
The Sideline is Nearly Here
There is great excitement around St. Declan's GAA Club as we look forward to welcoming The Sideline to our club grounds over the next week or two.
The Sideline has been developed to provide a premium match-day and community experience for everyone visiting Ardmore GAA. Located beside our clubhouse and new playground, it will serve Badger & Dodo speciality coffee, freshly prepared pizzas, treats and refreshments in a relaxed, family-friendly setting.
More than just a coffee and pizza trailer, The Sideline is another investment in our club and community. It has been designed to create a welcoming space where players, supporters, families, walkers and visitors can meet, relax and enjoy quality food and drink while supporting the continued development of St. Declan's GAA Club.
Sustainability has also been a key focus throughout the project. We are committed to reducing waste wherever possible by encouraging the use of reusable cups and serving options, while sourcing quality ingredients and supporting Irish and local suppliers whenever we can.
The Sideline will be open during club matches and events, with additional opening times to be announced over the coming weeks. We look forward to welcoming everyone through the hatch for a great coffee, fresh pizza and a warm Ardmore welcome.
We can't wait to officially open and share this exciting new addition with our members, supporters and the wider community. Keep an eye on our social media pages for opening dates and more updates over the coming weeks.
The Sideline – Great Coffee. Fresh Pizza. Community.
Club Notes 14.06.26
Men's Health Week Ireland 2026
Men's Health Week takes place across Ireland this week, beginning on Sunday and concluding on Father's Day. The annual initiative aims to raise awareness of the importance of physical, mental and emotional wellbeing among men and boys. It encourages men of all ages to take positive steps towards improving their health through exercise, healthy eating, social connection and regular health check-ups.
At St Declan's GAA Club, we recognise the vital role that sport, community involvement and friendship play in maintaining good health. We encourage all our members, supporters and families to take some time this week to focus on their wellbeing and to support the men in their lives in doing the same.
ICA Support for Ardmore GAA Fundraiser
Ardmore/Grange ICA were delighted to present a cheque for €200 to Seamus Prendergast in support of Ardmore GAA's upcoming major fundraiser.
Ardmore/Grange ICA is a local charitable women's organisation that offers women within ICA and the wider community opportunities to learn new skills, try different crafts and art activities, participate in exercise programmes, enjoy social outings and adventures, and most importantly, have fun in a welcoming environment. New members are always welcome. For further information, contact any ICA member or phone 086 077 0429.
Adult Hurling
Some welcomed silverware returned to the club on Saturday evening when Ardmore captured the 2026 Division 6 Hurling League title following an exciting final against Dunhill.
In a highly entertaining contest, Ardmore emerged victorious on a scoreline of 4-17 to 2-20. Congratulations to the players and management on a tremendous achievement and a reward for their hard work and commitment throughout the campaign.
U12 Football
We travelled to Ballyduff Lower on Tuesday evening last for our latest Under 12 Football League fixture. With our girls also in action elsewhere, we travelled with a panel of 12 players, all of whom played the full game.
The team performed extremely well, producing some excellent passages of play and registering a fine spread of scorers throughout the match. The victory means we have now won all our league games to date and remain top of the table. Well done to all involved.
U12 Hurling
Our Under 12 hurlers are back in action on Tuesday evening when they welcome Clan na Gael to Ardmore for a 6.30pm throw-in. All support would be greatly appreciated.
U10 Football
Our Under 10 footballers travelled to Cappoquin for an Inter-County Blitz where they faced Newcastle (Tipperary), Cappoquin and Youghal (Cork).
All three games were played in great spirit and showcased excellent skill and enthusiasm from our boys and girls. By the third game, the coaches had very little to do as the players had found their rhythm, demonstrating excellent passing, teamwork and marking throughout. Well done to everyone involved.
U7 Blitz
We had a very enjoyable Under 7 blitz hosted by An Gaeltacht in An Rinn on Monday evening.
It was fantastic to see St Declan's fielding two teams at this age group, with all the boys and girls performing exceptionally well in games against Clashmore and An Gaeltacht. We look forward to hosting St Pat's and Affane/Cappoquin/Tourin in Ardmore on Monday evening at 6.00pm.
Camogie Notes
Under 8
Our Under 8 camogie team travelled to Walsh Park last Sunday where they played at half-time during the Waterford versus Galway Senior Camogie Championship match.
It was a memorable day for our young players, who had the opportunity to showcase their skills in front of a large crowd, participate in a guard of honour for their camogie heroes and collect autographs after the game. Our Under 8 and Under 10 teams will travel to Kilmacthomas on Saturday for their second blitz of the season.
Under 12
Our Under 12 camogie team faced a strong Lismore side at home last Tuesday evening. Despite a determined and spirited performance, the girls were unfortunate to finish on the losing side. Their effort and commitment throughout the game could not be faulted and they can take plenty of positives from the performance.
Paul Foley Memorial Cup
A beautiful sunny day in College Corinthians, Douglas, provided the perfect setting for the inaugural Paul Foley Memorial Cup.
An entertaining contest saw Templeogue recover from a two-goal deficit at half-time to secure a 4-2 victory. Paul's son Jack presented the trophy to Templeogue captain Declan Foley, Paul's brother.
Sandra, Jack, Robyn and the Foley family would like to sincerely thank everyone who donated. Approximately €25,000 was raised for Solas and the Irish Cancer Society, two outstanding charities that provide invaluable support to so many people.
Sympathy
St Declan's Camogie Club extends its deepest sympathies to our coach Tom Keane and family on the sad passing of his father, Jerry Keane.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.
Déise Draw 2026
The new Déise Draw campaign is now underway and St Declan's GAA Club is once again asking for the support of our members, supporters and wider community.
The Déise Draw remains one of the most important fundraising initiatives for clubs throughout Waterford, with substantial prize funds on offer while directly supporting local club development.
Tickets cost €100 and the draw features five monthly draws with over €126,000 in prizes available to be won. We encourage everyone who can to support the draw and help us continue to develop our facilities, teams and coaching programmes here in Ardmore.
Club representatives will be contacting members in the coming weeks and tickets can also be purchased through the club. Your support is greatly appreciated and every ticket sold helps strengthen the future of St Declan's GAA Club.
Féile Déaglán – Saturday, 11th July 2026
Excitement is continuing to build for Féile Déaglán 2026, which takes place on Saturday, 11th July at St Declan's GAA Grounds, Ardmore.
This promises to be one of the biggest events of the summer in West Waterford, featuring a fantastic evening of live music, entertainment, food vendors and refreshments in a unique coastal setting.
Preparations are progressing well and we look forward to welcoming supporters, visitors and music fans from near and far to Ardmore. Keep an eye on the club's social media channels for artist announcements, ticket information and event updates over the coming weeks.
Tickets are available from local outlets and online at www.ardmoregaa.ie.
Make sure to mark the date in your diary — Saturday, 11th July — and join us for what promises to be a memorable Féile Déaglán 2026.
Club Notes 08.06.26
U14 Football
Our U14 footballers travelled to Touraneena on Wednesday evening to take on Affane/Naomh Bríd in the league. Missing a number of players, the lads faced a very strong opposition on the night. Despite the result not going our way, the team battled hard from start to finish and never gave up. Credit to all the players for their effort and commitment.
Next up for the U14s is the hurling league fixture in Ardmore on Wednesday, 18th June at 6.30pm. Best of luck to the squad.
U12 Football
Our U12 footballers are back in action on Tuesday evening when they travel to Ballyduff Lower for their next league game. The team currently sits at the top of the league table following a series of excellent performances and will be hoping to maintain that position with another strong display. Best of luck to the players and mentors.
Camogie Notes
U12 Camogie
Our U12 camogie team welcomed Ballyduff Upper to Ardmore last Tuesday and produced another excellent performance. The girls continue to show great improvement and teamwork, earning another impressive victory. They return to action this Tuesday evening at home against Lismore. We wish them the very best of luck.
U14 Camogie
Our U14 camogie team were involved in a thrilling contest against Clonea last Thursday evening. The girls put in a tremendous effort but were unlucky to come out on the wrong side of a two-point defeat. There were many positives to take from the performance, with plenty of potential evident throughout the team. Attention now turns to their final group game against Portlaw, where a strong performance could see them build momentum heading into the knockout stages.
Deise Draw 2026
The new Deise Draw campaign is now underway and St Declan's GAA Club is once again asking for the support of our members, supporters and wider community. The Deise Draw remains one of the most important fundraising initiatives for clubs throughout Waterford, with substantial prize funds on offer while directly supporting local club development.
Tickets are €100 and the draw features five monthly draws with over €126,000 in prizes to be won. We encourage everyone who can to support the draw and help us continue to develop our facilities, teams and coaching programmes here in Ardmore. Club representatives will be contacting members in the coming weeks and tickets can also be purchased through the club.
Your support is greatly appreciated and every ticket sold helps strengthen the future of St Declan's GAA Club.
Féile Déaglán – Saturday, 11th July
Excitement is building for Féile Déaglán 2026, which takes place on Saturday, 11th July at St Declan's GAA Grounds, Ardmore.
This promises to be one of the biggest events of the summer in West Waterford, with a fantastic evening of live music, entertainment, food vendors and refreshments in a unique coastal setting. Preparations are well advanced and we are looking forward to welcoming supporters, visitors and music fans from near and far to Ardmore.
Keep an eye on the club's social media channels for announcements regarding artists, ticket information and event updates over the coming weeks.
Tickets available from Local shops, and online at www.ardmoregaa.ie
Make sure to mark the date in your diary – Saturday, 11th July – Féile Déaglán 2026!
Club Notes 01.06.26
GAA
U12 hurling
We travelled to Roanmore on Tuesday evening last to play our U12 hurling league fixture. It was a very warm evening and our lads played an outstanding game against a strong opposition. This was Roanmore’s first team, so we were up against a strong Senior club. In the end the width of the crossbar cost us as the Sliotar came back out instead of going over to give us a draw or going under to give us a win. Final score was Ardmore 5-10 — Roanmore 6-08.
U14 hurling
On Wednesday evening we travelled to Clashmore for our U14 hurling fixture. Another beautiful warm evening and a very good competitive game was played. The lead changed hands on a number of occasions and in the end a late goal by Clashmore caught us. The score was Ardmore 2-07 Clashmore 3-07
Back to football this week and we are away to Cappoquinn/Affane
Camogie Notes
Under 12
Our U12 team took on Ballyduff Lower last Thursday at home. We had a hard fought battle against a very strong side but we came out very deserving winners in the end. They will play Ballyduff Upper next on the 2nd June in Ballyduff Upper.
Under 14
The U14 girls gave a good account of themselves on Tuesday evening but ultimately succumbed to a strong Mount Sion team. Next up is an away game v Clonea on June 4th
Intermediate Football League Final
Our Footballers lost out on Friday night to Ballinacourtey in the league final. We were outplayed by the better team on the night. We take a break now until September, while the hurling Championship takes centre stage.
Nursery
Nursery training continues to go from strength to strength every Sunday morning at 10:30am on the Astro Turf pitch. Catering for children aged 4–6 years, we now have over 20 young players taking part each week under the excellent guidance of Austin Flavin and a fantastic group of helpers.
Club Meitheal
Our Club Meitheal took place on Saturday, we had a wonderful turnout at the clubhouse, and the work completed on the day was phenomenal. Young and Old all showed up ready and eager to Work. We painted and cleaned, Dug and Cleared, by the end of the day the clubhouse was transformed. Thanks so much for all help it was greatly appreciated.
Féile Dhéagláin
St Declan’s GAA Club is delighted to announce our first annual Féile Dhéagláin, taking place at the club grounds on Saturday, July 11th.
The event will be headlined by The Kilkenny’s with support from Out The Gap, Simon Says and Opposite Cheeks.
There will be a full programme of family entertainment on the day including food stalls, a full bar and performances from the Wobbly Circus. It promises to be a fantastic occasion for both the club and the wider community.
Tickets are available now at www.ardmoregaa.ie and are selling fast, so be sure to get yours early.
Stilly
What an incredible achievement by Richard Stillwell Ardmore GAA Clubman, completing the Norn Iron 100 after an epic test of endurance, determination and mental strength.
Stilly spent part of last week power washing and painting in the Clubhouse, this weekend Runs 103 Miles.
Everyone in Ardmore is immensely proud of you, Richard. To take on a challenge of this magnitude and see it through is truly inspirational. Your dedication and resilience have been remarkable to watch.
Now it's time to put the feet up, enjoy some well-earned rest and plenty of refreshments!
Congratulations from all of us in Ardmore — a phenomenal achievement and one you'll never forget.
Club Notes 25.05.26
GAA
U10s
Our U10’s travelled to Tallow on Saturday where they faced Emly (Tipperary), Mungret (Limerick) and Youghal. There was great satisfaction in seeing this team continue to come together. The players worked hard for one another throughout, with the final game especially showing the fantastic spirit and togetherness now developing within this group.
U12 Hurling
Our U12 hurlers played St Oliver’s in Ardmore last Tuesday evening in the U12 Hurling League. The team produced a brilliant performance and came out well on top. Best of luck to the players and management as they travel to Roanmore on Tuesday evening for the next round of the league.
U14 Hurling
Our U14 hurlers played their opening League Championship game against Brickey Rangers on Sunday evening in very warm conditions in Bushy Park. Missing a couple of older players on the night, the rest of the panel stepped up with a huge effort and came away with a well-earned win in a high-scoring encounter. Best of luck in the next round against Clashmore on Wednesday evening in Clashmore.
Intermediate Football League Final
Best of luck to our Intermediate footballers who take on Abbeyside/Ballinacourty in the Division 3 Adult Football League Final this weekend. Fixture details are to be confirmed. All support for upcoming fixtures is greatly appreciated. 💙🤍
Nursery
Nursery training continues to go from strength to strength every Sunday morning at 10:30am on the Astro Turf pitch. Catering for children aged 4–6 years, we now have over 20 young players taking part each week under the excellent guidance of Austin Flavin and a fantastic group of helpers.
Club Meitheal
Our Club Meitheal takes place on May 30th and we are hoping for a big turnout, as many hands make light work. Exciting plans are underway for a kitchen revamp and a full clubhouse paint refresh in the coming weeks, and all help will be greatly appreciated.
Féile Dhéagláin
St Declan’s GAA Club is delighted to announce our first annual Féile Dhéagláin, taking place at the club grounds on Saturday, July 11th.
The event will be headlined by The Kilkennys with support from Out The Gap, Simon Says and Opposite Cheeks.
There will be a full programme of family entertainment on the day including food stalls, a full bar and performances from the Wobbly Circus. It promises to be a fantastic occasion for both the club and the wider community.
Tickets are available now at www.ardmoregaa.ie and are selling fast, so be sure to get yours early.
Club Notes 17.05.26
Camogie
Under 8 & Under 10
Our U8 and U10 teams travelled to Ballyduff Upper on Saturday morning for their first blitz of the season. The girls played three tough games against Tallow, Lismore and Ballyduff Upper. Great skill and determination were on display throughout all three games and it is fantastic to see how much improvement has been made in such a short space of time. Well done to all involved.
U8 Camogie
U10 Camogie
Under 12
Our U12s welcomed a strong Tallow side to Ardmore last Tuesday evening. Things looked difficult in the opening half, but the girls dug deep after the break and, with a strong wind at their backs, battled brilliantly to earn a well-deserved draw. Tremendous spirit and determination were shown by the team. Well done girls.
Under 16
Our U16 camogie team played Mount Sion at home last Thursday evening. In what was a titanic battle, Mount Sion came away with victory by five points after scoring two late goals. Our girls played brilliantly and left everything on the field.
The team now has a short break while some of the panel prepare for their Junior Certificate exams. We wish all of the girls the very best of luck.
Healthy Club Initiative
Our Healthy Club team hosted the Movember Ahead of the Game programme for our juvenile camogie and LGFA players on Wednesday evening last. We were delighted to welcome Tipperary camogie legend Mary Ryan and sports psychologist and former Clare camogie player Laura Linnane to present this important and comprehensive mental health programme. Thanks to everyone who attended and supported the event.
GAA
Under 12 Football
Our U12 footballers had a convincing win over St. Molleran’s in Ardmore last Tuesday evening. The team played some excellent football throughout the game and took their scores very well. The team currently sits top of Division 3 with a couple of games still remaining.
Under 12 Hurling
Our U12 hurlers are back in action on Tuesday evening when they take on St. Oliver’s in Ardmore at 6:30pm. This will be our second game of the hurling league and all support would be appreciated.
Under 14 Hurling
Our U14 hurlers begin their league championship campaign on Wednesday evening in Ardmore at 6pm against Brickey Rangers. Best of luck to all involved.
Minor Hurling
Our minor hurlers battled hard despite suffering a narrow defeat to An Ghaeltacht last Thursday on a scoreline of 4-11 to 4-10. The team has a busy week ahead with two fixtures: Monday evening away to Clashmore at 7pm and Thursday evening at home to Kilrossanty, also at 7pm. Best of luck to the players and management and all support is welcome.
Adult Hurling
Our adult hurlers returned to winning ways with a strong 1-26 to 0-19 victory over Abbeyside in the third round of the league. This followed a defeat the previous week to St. Mary’s on a scoreline of 1-12 to 0-19. Attention now turns to our next fixture against Ballinameela on June 7th.
Under 8 Hurling Blitz
Our young hurlers travelled to SETU on Saturday morning for a blitz where they played three excellent games against St. Mary’s, Na Gaeil and Brickey Rangers. There were great performances across all three matches and it is fantastic to see the improvement week after week. Keep up the good work and well done to all involved.
Nursery
Nursery training continues to go from strength to strength every Sunday morning at 10:30am on the Astro turf pitch. It caters for 4–6 year olds, with over 20 young players now taking part under the excellent guidance of Austin Flavin and a great group of helpers.
All support for upcoming fixtures is greatly appreciated. 💙🤍
Club Meitheal
Our club meitheal will take place on the 30th of May. We are hoping for a big turnout as many hands make light work. There are exciting plans in place for a kitchen revamp and a full clubhouse paint refresh in the coming weeks, and all help will be greatly appreciated.
Féile Dhéagláin
St. Declan’s GAA Club is delighted to announce our first annual Féile Dhéagláin, taking place at the club grounds on Saturday, July 11th. The event will be headlined by The Kilkennys, with support from Out The Gap, Simon Says and Opposite Cheeks.
There will be a full programme of family entertainment on the day, including food stalls, a full bar and performances from the Wobbly Circus. It promises to be a fantastic occasion for both the club and the wider community.
Tickets are available now at www.ardmoregaa.ie and are selling fast — be sure to get yours early.
Club Notes 10.05.26
Camogie
Our U16 camogie team recorded a great win over Cappoquin last Thursday evening in Cappoquin, putting in a strong all-round performance.
Under 8 & Under 10
Our U8 and U10 camogie teams will travel to Ballyduff Upper for their first blitz of the season on the 16th of May. Best of luck to all involved as they get their season underway.
Hurling
Our minor hurlers had a good win over Ballyduff Upper on Thursday night. Their next outing is this Thursday evening in Ardmore at 7:30pm — all support welcome.
Football
Our U14 boys were narrowly defeated by St. Oliver’s last Monday evening, losing out by just two points after a game where a number of missed chances proved costly.
Our U12 boys are set to take on St. Molleran’s at home this Tuesday evening at 7pm. Best of luck to the team and management.
Nursery
Nursery training continues to go from strength to strength every Sunday morning at 10:30am on the Astro turf pitch. It caters for 4–6 year olds, with over 20 young players now taking part under the excellent guidance of Austin Flavin and a great group of helpers.
Sponsors
We are delighted to welcome and thank our newest sponsors — Petrochem Group, Longways Stables, Ardmore Tidy Towns and Maurice Hennessy — for their generous support in erecting new signage around the grounds. Their backing is hugely appreciated and plays a vital role in the continued development of our club.
Sustainability
Our solar panels are beginning to kick into full gear again with the onset of summer. This follows on from the successful Community Climate Action Grant received last year, and it’s great to see the benefits already being realised.
Club Meitheal
Our club meitheal will take place on the 30th of May. We are hoping for a big turnout as many hands make light work. There are exciting plans in place for a kitchen revamp and a full clubhouse paint refresh in the coming weeks, and all help will be greatly appreciated.
Ardmore Abú!
Féile Dhéagláin
St. Declan’s GAA Club is delighted to announce our first annual Féile Dhéagláin, taking place at the club grounds on Saturday, July 11th. The event will be headlined by The Kilkenny’s, with support from Out The Gap, Simon Says and Opposite Cheeks.
There will be a full programme of family entertainment on the day, including food stalls, a full bar and performances from the Wobbly Circus. It promises to be a fantastic occasion for both the club and the wider community.
Tickets are available now at www.ardmoregaa.ie and are selling fast — be sure to get yours early.
Club Notes 27.04.26
Fixtures
U12 Football: Away to Tramore on Tuesday evening at 6.30pm
U14 Football: Vs St Oliver’s on Wednesday evening at 6.30pm in Ardmore
U12 Hurling: Away to Dungarvan on Friday evening at 6.30pm
Results & Reports
Intermediate Football: Excellent win over Fenor on a scoreline of 4-16 to 0-15, booking a place in the league final.
Minor Football: Drew 2-15 to 3-12 with Cois Bhríde last Thursday night. They play An Ghaeltacht this Thursday evening at 7.00pm in Ardmore – all support welcome.
U12 Football: A convincing win over Clan na Gael last Tuesday evening in Ardmore. The team showed great skill and teamwork throughout.
U8 Football: We had 15 Kids togged out for the All county Blitz in SETU Saturday morning. A great showing from the Boys & Girl on the day. Keep up the good work, doing the club proud
Camogie
Waterford Minor Camogie: Hard luck to the Waterford team who were beaten by a strong Wexford side in the Minor A All-Ireland Shield Final last Sunday in Nowlan Park, Kilkenny.
Well done to our club representatives Amy and Tricia Power, with Brian Power part of the backroom team as physio.U16 Camogie: Our U16s recorded a good win over Ballyduff Lower in their opening Championship game. A tough battle in tricky conditions, but the girls showed great determination to come out on top.
Next game: away to Cappoquin on May 7th.U12 Girls Camogie: A mighty battle against a strong Clonea side saw our girls come out on top at the final whistle. A fantastic first outing – well done to all.
Meitheal Day
Our club Meitheal takes place on Saturday May 30th (10am–3pm). We encourage all members of the community to come along, lend a hand and take pride in our club and surroundings.
Féile Dhéagláin
Plans are progressing well for this year’s Féile Dhéagláin. Keep a eye on our socials Tickets available at www.ardmoregaa.ie . 11th of July is looking like a great day to visit Ardmore.
Anti-Litter Initiative & Grant
Ardmore GAA would like to thank Waterford County Council for awarding a grant of €1,000 under the Local Litter Awareness Programme.
This supports our “Ardmore Litter Champions” initiative — a community-led programme involving the GAA club, local schools and Tidy Towns. The project focuses on:
Weekly short clean-ups integrated into underage GAA training sessions
Strong school involvement, including a poster competition promoting anti-litter awareness
Collaboration with families and Tidy Towns to build community pride
Promoting long-term positive habits among young people
This is a fantastic example of club and community working together to improve our environment and instil pride of place in the next generation.
Club Notes 13.04.26
Adult Hurling
Our adult hurlers kicked off their league campaign with a hard-earned 2-12 to 1-11 victory over Dunhill on Saturday in extremely difficult conditions. It was a closely contested game throughout, with James Flavin’s late goal sealing the win.
U14 Hurling
On Wednesday evening we travelled to Erin’s Own in Waterford City for our U14 hurling league fixture. We were blessed with fine conditions and an excellent playing surface. With 15 players togged out, all players started and contributed greatly. A strong first-half performance saw us lead by 10 points at the break, and we maintained that momentum in the second half to record a 4-07 to 1-02 win. This marks two wins from two — a great start to the league.
U12 Football
Our U12 footballers travelled to Bushy Park on Sunday evening to take on Brickey Rangers. With 14 players available, all played the full game. We are fortunate to have four girls involved at this age group, allowing us to field our own team. The team performed very well and secured a comfortable victory in the end.
Both groups return to training on Wednesday evening.
Camogie Notes
Congratulations to Amy and Tricia Power, who were part of the Waterford Minor Camogie team that reached the Shield Final this weekend, defeating Clare on a scoreline of 4-08 to 1-08. Well done also to Brian Power, who was a selector with the team.
Commiserations to the Waterford Senior Camogie team on their loss in the League Final on Sunday. They have had an excellent campaign, and we look forward to the Championship ahead.
Minor Football
Our minor footballers are off to a flying start, making it two wins from two following victories over Ballinacourty and Killrossanty in recent weeks.
Intermediate Football League
Our intermediate footballers are in action this Friday night, travelling to take on St. Mary’s in Division 3 of the league.
U15 Football Féile
Well done to Aaron Troy, Colin Breen, Daithí Power and Seán Flavin (captain) who represented Ardmore/Dungarvan in the Division 2 Féile competition last weekend. The team won two of their three group games against De La Salle and Cois Brid to progress to the knockout stages. They were unfortunately defeated by a strong Rathgormack side in the semi-final. A very positive showing from a team newly promoted from Division 3.
The hurling Féile has been postponed and will be rescheduled.
Well done to Alfie Hennessy (son of former clubman Johnny Hennessy and Anita Supple) who lined out at midfield for Cork Minor hurlers in their three-point victory over Waterford last Friday evening.
Well done also to Ross Power, who played in the primary football game at Fraher Field during the Waterford v Tipperary match.
Club Notes 30.03.26
Fundraising Success
Well done to Ciara Griffin who recently took on an abseiling challenge in aid of the Solas Cancer Support Centre, raising over €4,000 for this very worthy cause. Ciara expressed her sincere thanks to all who donated and supported her, as well as to those who attended on the day. Thanks also to Ardmore and Grange Ladies Football, St. Declan’s GAA Club and St. Declan’s Camogie Club for their support. There is still an opportunity to contribute via Ciara’s fundraising page.
Pitch Improvements in Ardmore
Fantastic work was carried out around the pitch in Ardmore with the upcycling of the club goalposts. What began as a simple tidy-up developed into a real community effort. A special thank you to Maurice Hennessy and Mark Coakley for their time, effort and craftsmanship. The finished result looks superb and has greatly enhanced the club’s facilities, with the posts now ready for plenty of action in the months and years ahead.
Coaches Complete First Aid Training
Well done to all coaches who recently completed CPR and First Aid training. A sincere thank you to Noel Murphy and Courtney for delivering an excellent course, which was both highly informative and enjoyable. It is very encouraging to see such strong participation across all three clubs, ensuring player welfare remains a top priority.
Underage Success – U8 Hurling
Well done to our U8 hurlers who recently took part in the Déise Óg U8 All County Blitz. The team produced excellent performances across three competitive games against St. Mary’s, Mount Sion and Lismore, recording two impressive wins and narrowly losing by a single score in the other fixture. It marks a superb start to the season, with great skill, teamwork and determination on display. New players, including girls, are always very welcome to join.
Adult Football – League Result
St. Declan’s intermediate footballers were in action on Saturday afternoon in Ardmore where they faced Newtown in the league. Despite a determined effort, they were defeated on a scoreline of 3-04 to 0-08.
Ardmore GAA Masters Golf Fundraiser
As one of the biggest weeks in the golfing calendar approaches, Ardmore GAA is inviting everyone to take part in its annual Masters Golf Fundraiser. This fun and competitive event plays an important role in supporting the continued growth of the club.
Participants are asked to select three golfers with combined odds of 125/1 or greater (based on Paddy Power odds), with all three required to make the cut. The lowest combined score will determine the winner.
Prizes include €500 for first place, €200 for second and €100 for third. Entry is €10, with a closing date of Wednesday, April 8th at 8pm. All support is greatly appreciated.
Hosting U23 Camogie Championship
St. Declan’s GAA Club, Ardmore are proud to host Waterford and Kilkenny in Round 1 of the 2026 U23 A Camogie Championship. The game took place on Sunday, March 29th with a 2:00pm throw-in.
Kilkenny proved to be very strong on the day running out convincing winners on a scoreline of 3-16 to 0-04.
Club Development – Second Pitch
The club is delighted to announce that work has commenced on the development of a second pitch. This marks a significant milestone and reflects the continued growth in participation across GAA, LGFA and Camogie.
A sincere thank you to Dick Power for his support in facilitating this development, which will help ensure the club continues to provide excellent facilities for all members.
New Electronic Scoreboard
The club’s new electronic scoreboard is now fully completed, with sponsors’ signage recently installed. This fantastic addition would not have been possible without the support of the Sports Capital Grant and National Lottery funding, and the club is extremely grateful for this investment.
Thanks also to all involved in bringing the project to completion. The club looks forward to seeing it in action over the coming seasons.
Funding Acknowledgements
The club would also like to extend its sincere thanks to Youghal Credit Union and its Community Support Fund, along with Waterford County Council for the Local Enhancement Programme funding recently awarded. This support is greatly appreciated and will contribute significantly to the continued development of club facilities.
Healthy Club Silver Award
St. Declan’s GAA Club, Ardmore are delighted to have been awarded Silver Status as part of the GAA Healthy Club Programme for the 2025–2027 cycle.
This recognition reflects the club’s ongoing commitment to promoting health, wellbeing and inclusion across all age groups within our community. The Healthy Club initiative continues to play a vital role in ensuring that our club is a positive and supportive environment for all members.
A very special word of thanks is extended to Aoife O’Dwyer for her outstanding work, dedication and leadership in driving this initiative within the club. Her efforts have been central to achieving this accreditation and are very much appreciated.
Something BIG is coming to Ardmore…
Save the date
July 11th
St. Declan’s GAA Grounds will play host to something very special this summer as we get ready to launch Féile Dheagláin 2026.
We’re not saying too much just yet, but we’ll be welcoming one of Ireland’s top live bands to Ardmore.
Headlined by The Kilkennys
This is shaping up to be a major night of music, community and summer atmosphere right here in Ardmore.
Full details coming soon
Tickets, lineup and more to be revealed
Keep an eye on our socials — you won’t want to miss this one.
Club Notes 19.01.26
In Remembrance – Paul Foley R.I.P.
Our club was deeply saddened at the passing of Paul Foley, Ardmore, Co. Waterford, formerly of Ballygarvan, Co. Cork. Paul was a passionate supporter and dedicated coach who gave generously of his time, energy and encouragement to our club and its members.
Above all, Paul was a devoted family man, and our thoughts are with his loving wife Sandra, his children Jack and Robyn, and his extended family at this very difficult time. Paul’s presence will be greatly missed, but his contribution and spirit will long be remembered within our club.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.
GAA Healthy Club – Let’s Get Moving Together!
As part of Ireland Lights Up and the Irish Life Steps Challenge 2026, our club is aiming to collectively walk 4,000km – the approximate distance around Ireland
Everyone can take part!
We have over 1,000km walked and are well on our way to reach our target. All new sign ups to the Irish life app are welcome.
You don’t have to be an active member of the club, and you don’t have to attend the weekly walks.
You can download the app, register, and track your steps from anywhere in the world – every step counts towards our total!
Ireland Lights Up
Weekly community walk every Tuesday night at the club grounds – all welcome.
Irish Life Steps Challenge
Starts Tuesday 20th January at 7pm
Help us climb the leaderboard, support the club, and be in with a chance of winning cash prizes.
Download MyLife by Irish Life, register, join our club, and start moving.
Let’s get healthy, get active, and get our club right up there!
First Club Meeting of 2026
Our Deferred first club meeting of 2026 will take place Tuesday, 20th January at 7:30pm in the clubhouse, immediately after the Ireland Lights Up walk.
Tea & biscuits will be available
It would be great to see a strong turnout
We’re keen to welcome some new faces and fresh ideas, so everyone is welcome. We’ll also be having an open discussion around forming a committee to plan an ambitious summer fundraiser.
Anyone with experience in event planning, fundraising, or who would simply like to get involved, your input and support would be greatly appreciated.
All members encouraged to attend — let’s get 2026 off to a great start together.
Ardmore Grange LGFA
Call for Players!
Ardmore/Grange LGFA are delighted to invite new players to join our reformed Junior Ladies adult Team for the upcoming season
Thinking of getting back playing football? Or trying it for the first time?
No experience needed – just enthusiasm and a willingness to be part of a great club community!
Players born 2011 and older
All abilities welcome
For more info, contact Meadhbh Kiernan 085-2080400 or Michael Supple 087-7071181
or get in touch with us through our social media or Executive Committee Members.
Please feel free to share with anyone who may be interested.
Club Lotto Results 15/01/26
Numbers Drawn 21-22-24-25
No Jackpot Winner
Next Weeks Jackpot €6,900
5x€20 Lucky Dip Winners
Harry Veale, Dave Aherne, Jimmy O’Mahony, Denis McGrath, Karen Hickey
Tickets available in the usual outlets and online.
Club Notes 12.01.26
GAA Healthy Club – Let’s Get Moving Together!
As part of Ireland Lights Up and the Irish Life Steps Challenge 2026, our club is aiming to collectively walk 4,000km – the approximate distance around Ireland
Everyone can take part!
You don’t have to be an active member of the club, and you don’t have to attend the weekly walks.
You can download the app, register, and track your steps from anywhere in the world – every step counts towards our total!
Ireland Lights Up
Weekly community walk every Tuesday night at the club grounds – all welcome.
Irish Life Steps Challenge
Starts Tuesday 13th January at 7pm
Help us climb the leaderboard, support the club, and be in with a chance of winning cash prizes.
Download MyLife by Irish Life, register, join our club, and start moving.
Let’s get healthy, get active, and get our club right up there!
First Club Meeting of 2026
Our first club meeting of 2026 will take place Tuesday, 13th January at 7:30pm in the clubhouse, immediately after the Ireland Lights Up walk.
Tea & biscuits will be available
It would be great to see a strong turnout
We’re keen to welcome some new faces and fresh ideas, so everyone is welcome. We’ll also be having an open discussion around forming a committee to plan an ambitious summer fundraiser.
Anyone with experience in event planning, fundraising, or who would simply like to get involved, your input and support would be greatly appreciated.
All members encouraged to attend — let’s get 2026 off to a great start together.
Ardmore Grange LGFA
Call for Players!
Ardmore/Grange LGFA are delighted to invite new players to join our reformed Junior Ladies adult Team for the upcoming season
Thinking of getting back playing football? Or trying it for the first time?
No experience needed – just enthusiasm and a willingness to be part of a great club community!
Players born 2011 and older
All abilities welcome
For more info, contact Meadhbh Kiernan 085-2080400 or Michael Supple 087-7071181
or get in touch with us through our social media or Executive Committee Members.
Please feel free to share with anyone who may be interested.
St. Declan’s Camogie Club
Well done to Kate Hennessy, Mary Kate Keevers, Lizzie Prendergast and Emily Hennessy as they will be representing the Friary at the Munster Camogie division 3/4 Semi Final coming up on the 14th of Feb.
Club Lotto Results 06/01/26
Numbers Drawn 6-13-16-22
No Jackpot Winner
5x€20 Lucky Dip Winners
Frank North, David Ingham, Aoife Smyth, Orla Scanlon, Regina Power
Club Notes 30.12.25
St Declans GAA Poc Fada
What an incredible day filled with fun, laughter and true community spirit. From start to finish, the support shown was amazing, and we are sincerely grateful to everyone who took part, donated, helped out, or cheered us on along the way.
We were blessed with fantastic weather, a stunning scenic village backdrop, and a superb turnout on the day. It was especially heartening to see such a diverse representation involved — boys and girls, men and women, past, present and future club stars — with some Waterford stalwarts also on show in Séamus and Declan Prendergast and Clinton Hennessy.
Congratulations to all our winners on the day — thoroughly well deserved. Thanks to the incredible generosity of our community, we raised approximately €3,500 for the club, which is truly phenomenal. This support means everything and will help keep the club thriving.
Days like this remind us how lucky we are to live here and to be part of such a special community. A great occasion all round — and one we’ll definitely be repeating again next Christmas.
We look forward to 2026 onwards and upwards for the Village and the Club.
Club Notes 15.12.25
St Declan’s GAA Club Ardmore – AGM Update
Following last night’s Club AGM, we would like to share some important updates and, most importantly, extend our sincere thanks to those who have given so much of their time and effort to the club.
Both Chairman Nicky Keating and Treasurer Nora Fitzgerald informed the club that they would be stepping down and not seeking re-election. We would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank Nicky and Nora for their incredible 7-year stint in these roles, and for their many years of dedication to St Declan’s both before and during that time. The commitment, hard work and countless hours they gave to the club have left us in a very strong and positive position. Thankfully, they won’t be disappearing anytime soon and will continue to be around to guide and support the new team.
The club is pleased to confirm the following officers were voted in and agreed:
Chairman: Seamus Prendergast
Vice Chair: Mike Murray
Secretary: Martin Keevers (continuing in role)
Treasurer: Damien Lenihan
We wish Seamus, Mike, Martin and Damien every success in their new roles and look forward to working together in the years ahead.
We would also like to thank Jay Prendergast for his very distinguished service as our County Board Delegate, as he now passes the baton to Nicky Keating.
With the reins being handed over in such a positive position, it’s very much onwards and upwards for St Declan’s GAA Club Ardmore
We would also like to note our adult managers will be as per last year with Mike Murray looking after hurling, Adrian O’Donnell football and Cathal Hennessy taking the reigns at both codes for the Under 20’s.
Club Notes 08.12.25
Brave Rally Seals County Title for Juveniles U 16 in Lemybrien Thriller
Our Juvenile squad signed off their season in style on Wednesday night, capturing the county final in a wet and windswept Lemybrien with a hard-fought 3-08 to 3-06 victory over Clashmore.
In dreadful conditions, both teams served up an outstanding contest. Clashmore opened the scoring with the first two points, but once we settled, our forwards found their range. Points from Charlie and Jack, followed by a superbly taken goal from Séamus, put us in a strong position midway through the half. However, we failed to push on while on top, and Clashmore finished the half impressively, hitting 2-02 in the closing minutes to lead 2-03 to 1-02 at the interval.
Facing a four-point deficit and a stiff breeze in the second half, our task looked daunting. But the team showed real character, with early points from Aaron and John narrowing the gap. Just as momentum seemed to be swinging our way, Clashmore struck for 1-02, pushing their advantage to 3-06 to 1-04 with twelve minutes remaining.
What followed was a remarkable response. Three unanswered points from John, Aaron, and Padraig brought us back within five, setting up a frantic finale. With time running out, full back Paudi Keane pushed forward and produced a heroic burst, scoring 2-01 in the dying minutes to turn the game on its head. A last-ditch goalmouth clearance preserved the lead, sealing a memorable county title.
The victory was all the more impressive given the absence of Eoin, Conor, and both Seán’s through injury. It capped a superb year for the group, who won 13 of their 14 championship matches across hurling and football.
Panel: Cathal, Eoghan, Paudie, Tom, Padraig, Jimmy, Charlie, Aaron, Daithí, Jack (capt), John, Aaron T., Séamus, Logan, Harry.
Club Notes 15.10.25
Ardmore Juvenile GAA Weekly Round-Up
U13 hurling
We played Abbeyside B on Sunday morning in Abbeyside in the under 13 hurling league. It was a lovely bright and calm morning which led to some really good hurling being played. The Ardmore team played really well and came out on top in the end with a final score of 6-07 to 1-07. We have two games left, our next game is against Dungarvan on Sunday evening in Ardmore at 5 o clock.
U9 & U10 Report
Hard to believe, but Wednesday, Oct 1st was the first time in 10 weeks that our U9 and U10’s trained together, not because of an extended summer break only becoming of a politician, but due to the week on week nature of the blitz season over the summer with either or in some cases both age groups having game on almost a weekly basis. With that in mind, our U9’s not content with taking on what the county of Waterford has to offer, took to the road on Saturday last to Mallow, Co. Cork for a Munster U9 Football blitz in the GAA sports complex. Another extremely well organized blitz with our own counties Head of Games Eoin Breathnach in overall charge of a morning’s operations that took in 9 venues in five Munster counties.
Our boys played Ardfinnan of Tipperary and Buttevant and Mallow of Cork in three 15 minute games. The boys showed great skill and composure over the three games and showed that they can more than hold their own at Munster level! As the season nears an end, the morning showed just how far this group have come over the season and they can be justifiably proud. We wish all the best to our players from both Grange and Ardmore national schools taking part in their respective finals in Cumman na mBunScoil this coming weekend.
Under 16 football
Championship game 2 was played in Leamybrien on Friday night, we came out on top after a very good display Ardmore 6-08 to Killrossenty 1-07
Panel was Daithi, Jack, Jimmy, Sean F, Conor, Padraig, Charlie, Eoin, John, Sean Mc. Eoghan, Logan, Cathal and Aaron.
Camogie Corner
Under 11
Our Under 11s travelled to Butlerstown last Sunday to take part in an U11 blitz. We played two very competitive games against Ballyduff Lower and Butlerstown and qualified for a shield final against a strong Portlaw side. The girls played extremely well and really came together as a team and finished out worthy winners at the final whistle.
Boogie bingo Fundraiser
Our annual fundraiser takes place this Saturday in the Urchin Bar Ardmore with doors opening at 7. Plenty of entertainment and prizes to be won on the night so please come out and support our girls. Tickets can be purchased online from our facebook page and also at the door on the night.
Club Notes 06.10.25
Ardmore Juvenile GAA Weekly Round-Up
U13 hurling
We are back hurling training on Wednesday evening at the pitch . Our next game is fixed for Sunday morning against Abbeyside in Abbeyside at 11 o clock.
Camogie Corner
Under 11s
Our U11 team will travel to Butlerstown this Sunday to take part in a blitz. A great way to finish out their season.
Under 13s
Our blue team were unlucky to lose out after a close encounter with Clonea last Saturday. They will take on Cappoquin in their next fixture in two weeks’ time.
Our white team were also in action against a strong Brickeys side last Saturday but done extremely well considering much of this team are under 11. Well done everyone.
Under 15
Our u15 team beat Lismore in a great game of hurling last Sunday. They play Cappoquin in the last group game in a few weeks time.
Minors
Our first ever minor team are through to the county final! They beat Mount Sion in closely fought contest. Well done to all the girls!
Boogie bingo Funraiser
Our annual fundraiser is taking place on Saturday the 18th October at 7pm in the Urchin Bar Ardmore. There will be live music on the night by Lost Minds and plenty of raffle prizes and spot prizes to be won so please come out and show your support and raise some much needed funds for our club. Tickets can be purchased on the night and also from club members. Tickets are also available online on our St Declan’s camogie facebook page by clicking on the link provided.
Club Notes 22.09.25
Adult Club
Ardmore 0-16, Affane Cappquin/Tourin 0-04
Saturday Afternoon in Abbeyside saw Ardmore take on Affane, with Ardmore needing the win to stay in the Championship they cam out strong and stayed the course for a good win, to progress them onto a quarter final next weekend.
Next up: Colligan in the Western Quarter Final on Saturday Afternoon.
Ardmore Juvenile GAA Weekly Round-Up
U9 Report
Our U9’s had a busy fortnight, with football blitz’s hosted by Cappoquin and St Pat’s on consecutive Wednesdays. In Cappoquin, we had three games, against the hosts, Clashmore and Brickey Rangers. All teams gave full blooded commitment over the three matches and we had a lot of tired bodies as the end of it. The following week, the boys were in action in Bohadoon, playing Cappoquin and Nire. The team put in one of their best performances of the summer over the two football games and went home a happy bunch. The rollercoaster continues with blitz’s in U10 and U9 over the coming week.
Under 11 Football
We have our last u11 football blitz on Monday night against Dungarvan and Killrossanty in Dungarvan.
Under 12 Hurling
Hard luck to our U12s today, it’s a shame to lose out but they put in a mighty performance in the second half out scoring St. Pats who are a division above us so we have done extremely well. They should be very proud of themselves today and we are still the league Champions for our division in both hurling and football so you can’t ask for more than that. Well done everyone.
Special mention to our worthy joint captains today, Jack Foley and James Beausang and to Jamie Prendergast who received man of the match for Ardmore.
U13 hurling
Our first game in the u13 hurling league is fixed for the weekend of the 27th September
Under 16 Hurling
St Mary’s 1/13 Ardmore 0/6
We never really got going in the first half and St Mary’s defended their goal brilliantly, had we got a goal or two we could have made it interesting. Either way we played a lot of great hurling this year and look forward to the football championship starting on the 28th.
Panel was Daithi, Jack, Paudie, Sean F, Charlie, Conor, Aaron, Jimmy, Eoin, Sean mc, John, Logan, Padraig, Eoghan, Séamus, Cathal, James, Harry and Thomas
Camogie Notes
U13 camogie
We are lucky enough to be able to field two teams in the U13 league this year, the white team and the blue team. Our white team played two very competitive games this week against Dungarvan last Thursday and Roanmore this morning. With most of this team still 11 we done extremely well to be only narrowly beaten in both. Well done.
St Declan’s Camogie Club
A little save the date for everyone, our annual fundraiser is on the 18th of October this year. It’s a great night of bingo and dancing and loads of raffle prizes on the night, so please come along and show your support and help us continue to grow and prosper every year as a successful club.