Sport

AN CLUICHE CEANNAIS

An Luan, an 13ú lá deireadh Fómhair a bhí an aimsir griamhair agus fuir. Ní raibh aon scamail sa spéir bhí an Scoil Bhaile nua ag imirt sa cliché ceannais corn Fr. O’Brien in aghaidh le crumlin S.N. Thosaigh an cliché ar a sé a chlog agus shéid an réiteoir an feadóg. Fuir Crumlin dhá cul agus cúilin amhain I chead leath. Fuair an scoil Bhaile Nua dhá cuilin. Bhí cúig ceatrú eathertaag leath ann. Dimir scoil an Bhaile Nua ar fheathas sa dara leat. Fuir Darragh de Búrca cuilín amhain agus fuir Glenn mac Giollornaith tri cuilin. Bhí mi-adh ag scoil an Baile Nua agus diol siad an cliché. Bhí dioma an domhain ar na buachaile. Bhain an luelt leaníun an-taitneamh as an cliché agus bhí bród ar an bainisteoír Mr Brannlay. Beidh scoil an bhaile nua ar ias arés.

Simon agus Ian

McStay Cup Rules

· 9 a side Competition for all Boys in the National Schools

· 2 Play Rule – (1 Hop + 1 Solo) or ( 2 Solos)

· Games will be 15 Minutes a side.

Salthill Devon FC, Drom Soccer Park, Galway - 29 March at 12pm

Pitch 1

Scoil Bhride, Ballinasloe

Newtown

Esker

Scoil Chiaran Naofa

FAI Schools Soccer 2017

ALL players must ware shin guards – they will NOT be permitted to play otherwise Schools participating in the girls category B should also bring suitable footwear for astro turf

Rules of the Game

The laws of Association Football shall apply, with the following adaptations:

Law 1: Field of Play
The field of play must be rectangular with the following dimensions:
Maximum length shall be 50 metres with minimum length 30 metres.
The maximum width shall be 35 metres with minimum width 20 metres.
The recommended field shall have a radius of 5 metres.
The penalty area shall have a width of 15 metres and a length of 10 metres.
The penalty spot shall be 8 metres from goal line.
The goals shall measure 6 feet high by 16 feet wide (4.87m X 1.82m).
(Futsal Sized Goals may be used if available -3m X 2m).

Law 2: The Ball
A size four (4) ball must be used for all competitions.

Law 3: No. of Players
Eight (8) players per squad. No players, other than those eight, shall be togged out on sideline. Only five (5) players, including a goal keeper, may be on the field at any time.

Law 4: Substitutions
Substitutions may be made at any time, and on a rotational basis. The referee must be alerted of any change. In the case of a goalkeeper substitution must wear a different colour jersey to the outfield players at all times.

Law 5: Offside
There shall be no offside in any games.

Law 6: Fouls and Misconduct
Red card or two consecutive yellow cards in a game; player shall be suspended for the next match on day or the first match of the next day’s competition. Violent conduct, Abuse of Referee, opposing players, teachers or foul and abusive language shall be suspended for next two matches on day or next day’s competition. Such a ban can be extended at discretion of Primary Section depending on referee’s report.

Law 7: Free Kicks
The opposition shall be at least five metres from the ball at the time of the free kick.

Law 8: Penalty Kick
Penalties shall be taken from a spot 8 metres from the goal line.

Law 9: Throw In
When the ball goes over the sideline (or touches the wall where the pitch has a surrounding wall) the game will restart with a throw-in.

Law 10: Goal Keepers
The goalkeeper will throw out the ball at all times. The Keeper will not be allowed to kick the ball from their hands or the ground unless dealing with a back pass. Infringement of this rule will result in an indirect free kick to the opposing team. When the ball goes out wide over the end lines, the goalkeeper throws the ball back into play, ensuring that the ball lands in their half of the playing area.

Law 11: Scoring Opportunities
Players cannot score directly from tip off. The ball must be touched forward to another player.

Players Equipment
All players, including substitutes, must wear shin guards. A player will not be allowed to participate if he/she is not wearing a complete and safe set of shin guards. Match referees must check all players for this item of gear prior to every game.

BOYS’ HURLING COMPETITION 2017

HURLING GROUPINGS 2017
WINNERS OF GROUP A PLAY WINNERS OF GROUP B IN FINAL ON TUES. JUNE 13

ROINN I : 9 a side

Group A	Group B
1. Menlough	1. Gardenfield
2. Crumlin	2. St Pat’s, Tuam
3. Ballygar	3. Carnaun
4. Newtown	4. Castlegar

BOYS’ HURLING COMPETITION RULES 2017

1. Groups may be played in blitz form or game by game. Co-ordinator, who is generally from Schools numbered as “1” in each Group has the final say in group playing format but she / he should consult with the other teams first.
2. Group games should start immediately after Easter. All Groups to be completed by the end of May preferably or Wednesday 7th June at latest. All Finals on Tuesday June 13^th.
3. Girls can only play on Boys’ Teams up to and including 7 a side, ie 5, 6 & 7 a side.
(We expect however that schools will field an all boys team if their numbers allow)
4. Normal rules of hurling apply except:
a) No solo allowed including NO tap,
b) ball travelling in the air can be controlled into the hand using the hurley,
c) goalkeeper to take all puck-outs,
d) score from puck-out is not allowed.
These rules should be adhered to in the correct spirit of the game also.
5. Unlimited substitution from halfway line is permitted with referee’s permission.
6. Top team in each group qualifies for the Final – to be played in Lárionad, Loughgeorge on Tuesday June 13^th 2017. No change of this date is possible. Games will be 20 minutes each half for 9 a side, 11 a side and 13 a side Finals. Games will be 15 minutes each half for 5 a side, 6 a side and 7 a side Finals.
7. N.B. Group results to be sent to Sean Holian or Cyril Mannion
8. For Finals, all qualified schools must email a numbered list with dates of birth to Sean and each player must wear the correct numbered jersey.
9. Juvenile (Size 4) sliotars must be used in all games
10. All players must wear helmets with face guards.
11. Referees for group games are the responsibility of participating schools. Generally the Away team provides the referee unless by agreement. It is strongly recommended by the Hurling Committee that experienced referees who know the rules and can implement fair play are appointed for all matches. Respect should be shown at all times to referees and to the opposition. This should be emphasised by Principals and all Teachers.

NB A Teacher must be present at every match involving their school.
An Coiste Iomána will appoint neutral referees for all Finals.

COISTE IOMÁNA:
Seán Holian Clarinbridge N.S.
Niall Kelly Clonfert N.S.
Brian Kilroy Portumna N.S.
Shane McDonagh Northampton N.S.
Seán Tuohy Kiltormer N.S.
Timmie Glavey Clarinbridge N.S.

BEST OF LUCK TO ALL SCHOOLS. GO NÉIRÍ LIBH!

CAMOGIE CHAMPIONSHIP GROUPINGS 2017

County Finals in Loughgeorge on Thursday, 15 June

7 A-Side (B)

Group A

Group B

G.S. Riabhach, Loughrea
*Carnaun
Coldwood
Gort
Brackloon

Cappataggle
Garbally
Esker
Newtown
*Ballaghlea
Ballygar

Camogie Competition Rules 2017

1.     Groups may be played in either blitz or game by game format. The Co-Ordinator whose school is identified with an asterisk has the final say in group playing format having first consulted with all other teams in the group.
2.     Group games should start immediately after Easter. All groups to be completed by end of May preferably, or first week in June at the latest. Finals take place on Thursday 15^th June 2017
3.     Normal rules of Camogie apply with the exception of
(1) No soloing allowed
(2) Ball travelling in the air may be controlled into the hand by using the hurley
(3) Goalkeeper to take all puck outs
(4) Score from puck out is not allowed
(5) Camogie players may handpass a score into the net and players may drop the hurley when handpassing the sliothar
4.     Unlimited substitution from halfway line is permitted with permission from Referee
5.     Top Team in each group qualifies for the Final to be played in Lárionad, Loughgeorge on Thursday 12^th June 2017. No change of this date is possible.
Finals for 13-a-side and for 11 a side teams will be 20 mins a half. Finals for 9-a-side 7-a-side will be 15 minutes a half.
6.     Group Results to be emailed for the attention of Maura Murphy
7.     For Finals, all qualified schools must email a numbered list with dates of birth to Maura and each player must wear the correct numbered jersey
8.     Juvenile (Size 4) sliothars to be used in all games
9.     All players must wear helmets with faceguards, and while it is not compulsory, it is recommended that Camogie players should wear shinguards
10.  Referees are the responsibility of participating schools. Generally the Away team provides the referee by agreement.
It is generally best practice that experienced referees with a good knowledge of the rules and a strong sense of fair play be appointed for all games.

Respect must be shown at all times to referees and to opposition.
This should be emphasised by Principals and Teachers.

NB: A Teacher must be present at every match involving their school.
An Coiste Camogaíochta will appoint neutral referees for all Finals.

PEIL: BUACHAILLÍ 2017

Calendar of Events

Boys’ Football competitions should begin before the Easter Holidays
Boys’ Football Finals: Thursday, June 1st , Ionad Peile na Gaillimhe, Loughgeorge
No cancellations of Finals Allowed

One Hop, One Solo

Groups with 5 Teams

Round 1:

A v B

C v D

E -Saor

Round 2:

A v C

B v E

D – Saor

Round 3:

D v A

C v E

B - Saor

Round 4:

E v A

B v D

C - Saor

Round 5:

C v B

D v E

A - Saor

Groups with 4 Teams

Round 1:

Saor

Round 2:

A v B

C v D

Round 3:

C v A

D v B

Round 4:

A v D

B v C

Round 5:

Saor

Groups with 6 Teams

Round 1:

A v B

D v C

F v E

Round 2:

C v A

E v B

F v D

Round 3:

B v F

D v A

E v C

Round 4:

A v E

B v D

F v C

Round 5:

A v F

C v B

D v E

Mandatory for all children –boys and girls- to wear gum shields for all football training and competitions.

Roinn I: (11 a side)

Group A Group B
Gardenfield Newtown
Kilconly G.S. Riada
Lavally Athenry
Caherlistrane Annagh

Top team in each group qualifies for final.
Mandatory for all children –boys and girls- to wear gum shields for all football training and competitions.

Competition Rules

Size 4 footballs should be used in all games.

1. Age Limit: All players must be under 14 on 1 / 1 /2017
2. Duration of Games: 7 - a -side: 15 minutes per half; all other grades: 20 minutes per half.
3. First named team has home venue; if a long distance separates teams, a neutral venue may be arranged if both teams agree. The home team should make every effort to ensure that the pitch is suitable for the game.
4. Every effort has been made to ensure that home and away fixtures have been reversed for schools that played each other last year. However, it was not possible to do this in all cases. Consequently, if both schools agree, the 2016 fixture may be reversed so that the team that travelled last year can have home advantage this year.
5. The visiting team provides the referee. An Coiste will appoint neutral referees for any play-offs and the finals.
6. Games must be played on or before the appointed dates.
7. It is the responsibility of the teachers in charge of the participating teams to confirm the venue, and to arrange the exact date and time of all group games.
8. Results of group games should be sent to the Group Co-ordinator by the Home Team as soon as possible after the game.
Alternatively, results may be sent by e-mail to cyrilrmannion@gmail.com
9. A team wishing to give a walkover must notify the opposing team and An Runaí at the earliest possible time.
10. "Juvenile" goalposts to be used, where possible, except where both teams agree to use full-size goalposts. 12. The 7, 9 and 11-a-side competitions may be played as a blitz, if the participating schools are in agreement. 13. The usual rules of Gaelic Football apply except:
- All kick-outs are taken from the hand.?
- "45m" kicks are taken from the ground at a distance of 30m from the goal, boys on ly. Girls from the hand.
- No "square ball" rule applies.
- No Penalties are awarded for all personal fouls inside the small square. If a fully lined pitch is being used, personal fouls inside the large rectangle result in a penalty

Girls are only allowed play in boys competitions at 5, 6 and 7 a side. Girls playing in boys competitions must obey normal rules e.g. not allowed to pick ball directly off ground.

NB: Written objections should be signed by the school principal and sent to An Runaí. An Coiste Peile will adjudicate on them.

PEIL CAILÍNÍ 2017

Calendar of Events

Blitzes to be played on/before Friday, 19 May 2017
Final in Loughgeorge on Tuesday, 30 May 2017
No Cancellation of Final.

Girl's Football Finals: Tuesday, 30 May 2017 in Lar Iionad, Loughgeorge

Fixture Schedule

Groups with 5 teams	Groups with 4 Teams	Groups with 6 Teams
Round 1: A v B C v D E Saor	Round 1: Saor	Round 1: A v B D v C F v E
Round2: A v C B v E D Saor	Round 2: A v B C v D	Round 2: C v A E V B F v D
Round 3: D v A C v E B Saor	Round 3: C v A D v B	Round 3: B v F D v A E v C
Round 4: E v A B v D C Saor	Round 4: A v D B v C	Round 4: A v E B v D F v C
Round 5: C v B D v E A Saor	Round 5: Saor	Round 5: A v F C v D D v E

Peil Cailíní

Rule: One Hop, One Solo

Girl’s blitzes will be played on or before Friday May 19^th 2017

The winners of Group 1 will meet the winners of Group 2 in the final of the particular Roinn on Tuesday May 30th 2017 in Loughgeorge.

The normal rules of Ladies football apply.
Games will be 20 minutes in duration – 10 minutes per half.
Team mentors are expected to help out with refereeing duties when his/her team is not playing.
Each Roinn/venue has 2 co-ordinators.
Please inform your venue co-ordinator three days before the blitz of your attendance.
Mandatory for all children – boys and girls – to wear gum shields for all football training and competitions.
Winners of each group play in County final on May 30^th in Loughgeorge.

Mandatory for all children – boys and girls – to wear gum shields for all football training and competitions.

ROINN K: 7 a side. Venue: Glinsk Venue: Barnaderg

Group A

Group B

Glinsk
Belmont
Lisheen
Garrafrauns
Milltown

Newtown
Barnaderg
Ballygar
Windfield
Lavally
Castlehackett

Competition Rules

1. Size 4 footballs should be used in all games

2. Age limit: All players must be under 14 on 1/1/2017

3. Duration of games: 7-a-side 15 minutes per half, all other grades 20 minutes per half.

4. First named team has home venue; if a long-distance separates teams, a neutral venue may bearranged if both teams agree. The home team should make every effort to ensure that the pitch is suitable for the game.

5. Every effort has been made to ensure that home and away fixtures have been reversed for schools that played each other last year. However it was not possible to do this in all cases. Consequently, if both schools agree the 2016 fixture may be reversed so that the team that travelled last year can have home advantage this year.

6. The visiting team provides the referee. An Coiste will appoint neutral referees for any play off and the finals.

7. Games must be played on or before the appointed dates.

8. It is the responsibility of the teachers in charge of the participating teams to confirm the venue and to arrange the exact date and times of all group games.

9. Results of group games should be sent to the Group Co-ordinator by the Home Team as soon as possible after the game.

10. A team wishing to give a walkover must notify the opposing team and an Runaí at the earliest possible time.

11. “Juvenile” goalposts to be used, where possible, except where both team agree to us full size goalposts.

12. 7/9/11 a side competitions may be played as a blitz, if the participating schools are in agreement.

13. The usual rules of Gaelic football apply except:-
- All kick outs are taken from the hand “45m” kicks are taken from the ground at a distance of 30m from the goal, boys on ….. girls from the hand.
- No square ball rule applies.
- Girls are only allowed play in boys competition at 5,6 and 7 a side . Girls playing in boys competitions must obey normal rules e.g. not allowed to pick ball directly off group

N.B. written objections should be signed by the school principal and sent to An Runaí, AnCoiste Peile will adjudicate them.

Fr O’Brien Shield Final 2014

Newtown N.S. 'v' Monivea N.S.

Oh what an effort, oh what skill,
Newtown displayed on the pitch on the hill.
Til at 7 the shield was raised,
By Shane and all his team were praised.

At the pitch early, warm-up done,
Jab lift, the dribble, sprints and a run.
Like the All Blacks into tacklebag smashed,
Left and right shoulder into it crashed.

Jamie in goal almost impossible to get past,
Simon, Ólin and Shane cleared their lines fast.
Glenn and Darragh ran to a standstill,
Glenn, Jack and Lennon’s scores did thrill.

Off the gym from the downpour,
All Newtown names greeted with a roar.
Thanks to all subs, supporters and friends,
A memory to treasure as the season ends.