Tracton 2-19, Shamrocks 0-16  On a splendid sod on Tracton’s new sand based pitch scores were aplenty. Shamrocks had some absentees and it was an opportunity to provide important playing time for players who needed same.  Shamrocks were under pressure early on and Tracton duly punished their shortcomings with a string of points. A few … Read more
On Saturday last the death of Mary Glossop (nee Hickey) was announced. The news of her death has shocked and sadened all of us who knew and grew up with this wonderful charismatic lady from old Ringaskiddy. Mary was a very outgoing and pleasant lady always wearing a smile. Â Forty one years ago she … Read more
Shamrocks 3-11, Carrigaline 1-9 Shamrocks earned themselves a place in this year’s South-East Football semi-final after a facile win over neighbours Carrigaline in Liam McCarthy Park this evening. Skipper Sweeney was the key man in this comprehensive victory, by hitting the first goal and setting up a second one early in the game. After … Read more
Kinsale 2-13, Shamrocks 1-12 Shamrocks took to the Brinny pitch on a dry sunny Saturday evening to take on Kinsale in the minor hurling championship. Â This was our first hurling game of the season as for one reason or another, we were unable to field a team for the league. The team settled … Read more
The final day was one of mixed emotions, delight and appreciation of a great week and regret that it should now have come to an end today. Some children and parents queried, why we couldn’t have another week. John and Kathleen Hanley were the good Samaratians this morning when they arrived with a large bag … Read more
Lá breá tirim a bhĂ againn, and Mrs. Jackie Keane (wife of Stephen our dual purpose full forward) arrived into the Kitchen this morning with a large basket of freshly cooked scones. Paddy Andrews, a man with a delicate palate, said these scones were th finest he ever tasted. They didn’t last long.  The boys … Read more
There was an unusual sighting, witnessed by many people, of blue skies this morning at Pairc Tadgh O’h-Ainnlaoi. The boys and girls in green were rairing to go and all coaches and groups were on the grass for a truly great session. Â It is hard to beat the great outdoors and plenty of space … Read more
Day 2 was hit by the “weather spoilsport” but plan B was brought into action and all the participants were transported to the National Maritime College, Ringaskiddy. Â The magnificent gym hall was a secure and ideal alternative location, thanks to the good thinking and planning of our Under Age Chairman John Twomey. Coaches and … Read more
Camp Ciaran, The Shamrock Club’s official Under Age Summer Hurling Camp got under way this morning Monday July 2nd at Pairc Tadgh O’Ainlaoi, Shanbally at 10am. Â 78 children from the National Schools have registered and after signing in and ‘fitting out’ the Camp was officially launched and opened by Cork’s Senior Hurling Captain Donal … Read more
Shamrocks U9 Footballers hosted Gleann na Laoi (Kerry Pike) and Whitescross in a Blitz on Saturday morning last and everyone went home happy after an hour and a half of football action.  The first game of the morning between Shamrocks and Whitescross was by far the most competitive and featured some great scores from both sides. … Read more