Author: Hazelwood College

Co. Limerick V.E.C – Senior Ladies Football Final

“Seven in a row for Hazelwood College”

Hazelwood College 7-9.
Desmond College Newcastlewest 1-1

In a one-sided game played in Dromcollogher, Hazelwood College easily accounted for “rivals” Newcastlewest and captain Martina Matthews lifted the trophy for Dromcollogher for the eight time in the nine year history of this competition.

Within seven minutes of the start Clodagh Reidy had lobbed the Desmond goalie twice for 2 great goals which put Hazelwood into overdrive mode. A point from Lisa Molyneaux followed quickly and a bad kick out from the Desmond goalie saw Clodagh pounce on the ball to set up a hatrick. Goals from Jennifer Stokes and Jamie O’ Sulllivan followed by a well taken point from Lizzie Costello put Hazelwood College well ahead before Desmond College registered their first point from play. Before the referee, Pat O’ Byrne blew for halftime Jamie O’ Leary, Joanne O’ Gorman and Lisa Molyneaux pointed three beautiful scores. The score at halftime was Hazelwood College 5-5 Desmond College 0-1

Within two minutes of the restart Clodagh Reidy (2) and Maria DeBhal (1) had further points before Clodagh forced the Desmond goalie to make the save of the game. Lisa Molyneaux pointed fifteen minutes into the second half before Desmond converted a penalty in the 16th minute. Two more scores from Janice O’ Leary and Maria DeBhal closed the scoring for Hazelwood leaving it 7-9 to 1-1 on the final whistle

Best for Hazelwood on the day were Clodagh Reidy, Jennifer Stokes, Joanne O’ Gorman, Emma Brown, Maria Galvin, Niamh Greany, Lisa Molyneaux and Lizzie Costello.

Mike Nash, secretary of Co. Limerick V.E.C Cumann Luthcleas Gael presented the trophy to captain Martine Matthews who thanked Desmond College for a good sporting game.

Scorers for Hazelwood College:
Clodagh Reidy 3-2, Jamie O’ Leary 2-1, Maria Debhal 1-1, Lisa Molyneaux)-3, Jennifer stokes 1-0, Joanne O’ Gorman 0-1 and Lizzie Costello 0-1

Hazelwood College team: Sinead Kiely, Mary O’ Gorman, Martina Matthews (Capt), Maria Galvin, Niamh Greaney, Sinead O’ Connor, Trish Leahy, Jennifer Stokes, Joanne O’ Gorman, Clodagh Reidy, Maria Debhal, Lizzie Costello,Emma Brown, Lisa Molyneaux, Jamie O’ Leary

Subs Used: Stephanie Brown, Miriam Noonan and Aoife Leahy

Other Subs: Siobhan Enright, Vickie Hartnett, Mairead Geary, Lorraine O’ Sullivan, Sarah Curtin and Bernie Stokes

Hazelwood Seniors Win Co. Final

Hazelwood College 4-9
Desmond College 1-5

The Hazelwood under 18’s finished their year on a high note with a good win
over Desmond College in the Limerick Vocational Schools hurling final on
Monday last.

Michael Boyce opened the scoring with a massive point from midfield within two minutes. Hazelwood then withstood a strong period of pressure and were 3 points to 2 down with ten minutes to go in the first half. It was then the game swung in our favour with two great goals from Jimmy O’ Sullivan and Henry O’ Gorman. In the second half, with the aid of the breeze, we were never in danger. Despite a late comeback by Desmond College, we were always comfortable, thanks to two late goals from Jimmy O’ Sullivan and the prolific Benji Sheehy among others.

Team and Scorers
P. Quaid, K. Mcgill, N. Irwin, G. Keane, G. O’ Gorman, K. Murphy, T. Fleming, C. Morrissey, M. Boyce (0-1), B. Sheehy (0-7, 5 frees), K. Cunningham, D. McCarthy (0-1, 65), H. O’ Gorman (1-0), J. O’ Sullivan (3-0), S. Hehir

Subs
M. Whelan, J. Fitzgibbon, S. Fitzgibbon, C. Condon, P. O’ Regan, J. Ryan, J. Coughlan, T. Cotter, A. Leahy

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Senior Camogie

On Monday we played Rathkeale who challenged us all through the first half of our game. At half time we were in the lead by only one point. We knew we needed the first score to get in top in the second half. This was delivered by Laura Coleman who scored the first goal for Hazelwood. This was followed closely by a cracker of a goal from Mary O’ Gorman and then there was no stopping the rest of the team who together delivered 5 points. Our Goalie saved not only the day but many shots which ended the game at Hazelwood 2:5 to 2 points to Rathkeale.

Thursday showed not only a beautiful day in the sky but a beautiful day on the pitch for Hazelwood college camogie team. Up against Croom, it wasn’t going to be easy and the first half reflected that. Hazelwood were down by a goal at half time but struggled to get possession in the first half and Croom really shone in their performance. From the beginning of the second half Hazelwood took control of the game and early goal from Sinead Kiely picked up their spirit. There was no turning back after that and Hazelwood came out on top with a second goal from Mairead Geary and a third from Mary O’ Gorman. The defence played exceptionally well in the second half and Croom only managed to score one point. Again excellent saves from Mary Galvin who was well protected by full back Sarah Curtin. Who alongside Niamh O’ Brien and Emma Brown defended well? The remainder of the scores came from Joanne O’ Gorman who also had a great game. Well done to Hazelwood senior camogie team

The team was as follows:
Marion Geary (Capt), Marie Galvin, Elaine Noonan, Sarah Curtin, Niamh O’ Brien, Laura Coleman, Emma Browne, Siobhan Enright, Clodagh Geary, Mairead Geary, Joanne O’ Gorman, Claire O’ Regan, Ciara Meany, Sinead Kiely, Mary O’ Gorman. Subs on the day were Marguerite Guiry and Lisa Molynaeux.

Hazelwood in Munster Final

Hazelwood College will contest the Munster Vocational Schools A hurling final in Feenagh this Friday, the 10th of February at 1 o’clock. Their opponents will be Borriskane of Tipperary are a team with a long tradition in this competition. Hazelwood, though have earned the right the be here following great victories over the likes of Clonakilty, Kinsale and a highly fancied Coachford in the semi-final. All support on the day would be greatly appreciated.