The 2011 Camogie (7 Aside) & Hurling (10 Aside) Grading Competition took place in Rathcoole today.

The girls played four games and the boys played three games. The girls played Derrinagree, Knocknagree, Millstreet and Rathcoole. The boys played Newmarket, Ballyhass and Kanturk.

The boys were first up at 10.30 a.m. when they played against Newmarket. Despite playing a fast and skilful game they were unlucky to lose to Newmarket.

The final score was 1-1 to 0-7 in favour of Newmarket.

The girls played their first game at 10.50 a.m. against Derrinagree. They played an excellent game but were unlucky to lose by a goal to Derrinagree.

The final score was 3-2 to 4-2 in favour of Derrinagree.

The girls played their second game against Knocknagree at 11.35 a.m. and a fine display of skill ensured a Banteer win over Knocknagree.

The final score was 2-0 to 1-0 in favour of Banteer.

The boys’ second game was against Ballyhass at 12.15 p.m. The boys drew against Ballyhass after a fine display of hurling.

The final score was 4-0 to 3-3.

The girls played Millstreet at 12.35 p.m.  They were unfortunate to lose the game to a much stronger Millstreet team.

The boys played their third and final game against Kanturk at 1.25 p.m. A great game produced a draw.

The final score was 3-3 apiece.

The girls played their fourth and final game at 1.40 p.m. against Rathcoole. After a well played game Banteer were decisive winners after the encounter.

Unfortunately, despite great performances by both teams, we won’t be progressing to the finals which are to be held on the 10^th of June.

Kanturk and Millstreet will be meeting in the Boys’ 10 Aside Hurling Final while Derrinagree and Millstreet will meet in the Girls’ 7 Aside Camogie Final.

Referees for the matches were Kevin Roche (Banteer) who refereed the boys’ games and Seán Irwin (Newmarket) who refereed the girls’ games.

Thanks to Denis who organised the teams on the day and for his trojan work in training the teams during the school year.

A word of thanks also to the supporters who turned up to cheer our teams on.

An enjoyable day was had by all.

Well done everyone!

(Photographs taken on the day have been added to the “Camogie & Hurling Grading Competition 2011” photo gallery)

Videos taken on the day will be uploaded shortly. Keep watching!