Hurling News Articles

Cumann na mBunscol Chill Mhantáin will hold a Young Whistlers Hurling/Camogie course on Wednesday November 6th in Kilcoole Primary School (Senior building in St. Anthony’s Hall) from 3.30 – 4:45 p.m.This course is primarily aimed at schools who...

Date Article Posted: Saturday, October 26, 2024 - 21:19

3rd and 4th Class boys played in a 7 a-side indoor blitz in Aughrim on the 17th October. There were 2 time slots to facilitate teams taking part. Schools represented included Aughrim, Laragh, Crossbridge, St. Saviour’s, Coolafancy, Annacurra and...

Date Article Posted: Friday, October 18, 2024 - 23:09

There was a feast of hurling in Bray Emmets on Thursday 10th October, as a record number of teams attended the annual participation blitz for Wicklow primary schools. 21 teams in total lined out with 34 matches being played. We were blessed with...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, October 10, 2024 - 20:34

The boys' hurling participation blitz for 5th & 6th will take place on Thursday 10th October at 10.30am in Bray Emmets GAA Club. Matches will be 9 a-side but can be adjusted depending on the numbers...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, October 3, 2024 - 22:32

There was a great day held promoting hurling for 3rd and 4th Class children on Friday 20th September in Blessington. It was a mixed boys’ and girls’ blitz with the focus on participation and practising skills. Schools that took part included:...

Date Article Posted: Sunday, September 22, 2024 - 15:55

Conall Barrett, Gaelscoil na gCloch Liath and Eire Og Greystones, enjoyed a wonderful day participating in the INTO mini games at Croke Park on Saturday 6th July 2024 at half-time during the Senior All-Ireland Hurling semi-final between Clare and...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, July 11, 2024 - 21:01

It was a wet and windy day on the 13th June in Éire Óg, however this did not stop 16 Wicklow boys from showing determination and enthusiasm in the Carlow Lift and Strike competition. Schools representing Wicklow included Crossbridge, Coolafancy,...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, June 13, 2024 - 21:30

Over 130 hurlers from across the county descended upon the Wicklow Centre of Excellence in Ballinakill for the annual Credit Union Cup.Carnew N.S, St. Cronan’s N.S, St. Patrick’s N.S (Wicklow Town), St Patrick’s N.S (Bearna Chlé) and Scoil Chualann...

Date Article Posted: Friday, May 17, 2024 - 23:46

The 2024 Boys' Hurling Credit Union Cup for 5th and 6th Class will take place on Wednesday 15th May at 10:30am in the Centre of Excellence, Ballinakill. Matches will be 9 a-side but can be...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, May 9, 2024 - 21:21

On the 3rd May there was a great day’s hurling held in Kiltegan for 5th and 6th class (mixed). Schools represented on the day included Dunlavin, Talbotstown, Rathcoyle, Tynock, Baltinglass and Donard. Thanks to Conor Daly for organising and to...

Date Article Posted: Friday, May 3, 2024 - 21:32

There was a brilliant turnout for the Allianz Cumann na mBunscol event for 3rd and 4th class boys as 150 hurlers took part in blitzes in both Greystones CNS and An Tóchar GAA Club. Teams from St. Laurence’s N.S, Gaelscoil na gCloch Liath, Greystones...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, January 18, 2024 - 23:20

Indoor Hurling Blitz for 3rd and 4th will take place on Thursday, 18th of January.Indoor Camogie Blitz for 3rd and 4th will take place on Thursday, 25th of January.Boys’ Football Allianz Coughlan Cup Day 1Thursday 29th February ...

Date Article Posted: Monday, January 8, 2024 - 21:47

Please see below details for the Boys Indoor Blitz for 3rd and 4th Class.Date and time*: Thursday, 18th January. 10:30am – 12:30am *Times may be staggered on the day depending on how many teams are entered. Where: Venue 1: Coláiste Ráithín – Bray...

Date Article Posted: Monday, January 8, 2024 - 21:41

Cumann na mBunscol Chill Mhantáin will hold our annual 'Young Whistlers' (Hurling) course in the week straight after mid-term (see details below). Please fill out the following google form link to apply. Entries should be in no later than Wednesday...

Date Article Posted: Saturday, October 14, 2023 - 21:24

There was a fantastic attendance in Bray Emmets for the 5th and 6th class boys hurling participation blitz on Thursday, 12th of October.Fifteen teams from ten different schools put on an exhibition of hurling for those who were lucky...

Date Article Posted: Saturday, October 14, 2023 - 21:09

Please fill out the form below to register your interest in your school participating in the boys hurling blitz planned for 19th October 2023 in Aughrim. This will be a 7 aside blitz with unlimited subs. Smaller schools will be allowed to use 4th...

Date Article Posted: Saturday, October 14, 2023 - 21:01

The boys' hurling participation blitz for 5th & 6th will take place on Thursday 12th October at 10.30am in Bray Emmets GAA Club. Matches will be 9 a-side but can be adjusted depending on the numbers...

Date Article Posted: Saturday, October 7, 2023 - 14:54

Blessington was the venue for a very enjoyable hurling blitz for 3rd and 4th class boys and girls in West Wicklow.  Attendance was very positive with over 70 children making light of the autumnal conditions. There was a fantastic mix of...

Date Article Posted: Saturday, October 7, 2023 - 00:14

Ballinakill was blessed with great weather along with a feast of hurling on the 18th May, as over 170 hurlers descended on the Wicklow Centre of Excellence. 13 teams competed across 3 divisions with all games played with a great level of skill,...

Date Article Posted: Friday, May 19, 2023 - 20:59

The Boys' Hurling Credit Union Cup for 5th and 6th class will take place on Thursday 18th May at 11.45 a.m. in the Centre of Excellence, Ballinakill. Matches will be 9 a-side but can be adjusted depending on...

Date Article Posted: Saturday, May 6, 2023 - 15:56

Credit Union Cup (Hurling)            18th May at 11.45 a.m. (Venue to be confirmed). One day boys’ nine-a-side hurling blitz.  Competitive based games.Allianz Camogie Day  ...

Date Article Posted: Tuesday, April 11, 2023 - 22:29

Credit Union Cup (Hurling)           18th May at 11.45 a.m. (Venue to be confirmed). One day boys’ nine-a-side hurling blitz.  Competitive based games.Allianz Camogie Day       ...

Date Article Posted: Friday, March 31, 2023 - 21:24

On Thursday 23rd February there was a great day of indoor hurling/camogie for 1st and 2nd classes in An Tóchar GAA hall in Roundwood. 6 teams participated from 2 different schools: St. Fergal's and Holy Rosary. A big thanks to all teachers who...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, February 23, 2023 - 22:33

Schools are being asked to register their interest for an indoor hurling/camogie blitz on Thursday, 23rd February. This will be for 1st and 2nd class boys and girls. Matches will be mixed i.e., boys and girls in teams but we will do our best to...

Date Article Posted: Sunday, February 12, 2023 - 17:07

On Thursday 26th January there was a fantastic day of indoor hurling in An Tóchar GAA Club in Roundwood. 8 teams participated from 3 different schools: St. Patricks N.S, St. Cronan’s N.S and Roundwood N.S. A big thanks to all teachers who brought...

Date Article Posted: Saturday, January 28, 2023 - 20:51

In Aughrim it was the turn of the 3rd and 4th Class boys to show off their hurling skills.  Schools represented included Carnew (2 teams), Aughrim (2 teams), Annacurra/Ballycoog/St. Saviour’s (Rathdrum), Rathdrum BNS (2 teams), Crossbridge and...

Date Article Posted: Friday, January 20, 2023 - 21:16

Allianz Cumann na mBunscol Chill Mhantáin held a Young Whistlers referee course for Hurling and Camogie in the North East of the county on Thursday January 19th in Kilcoole Primary School. There was a great turnout, with ten different schools...

Date Article Posted: Friday, January 20, 2023 - 21:02

When: 26th JanuaryWhere: Roundwood Parish HallFor Who: 3rd and 4th class boys. If schools want to use girls to make up teams they can. Format: The hall will be split into two small pitches and matches will be...

Date Article Posted: Tuesday, January 10, 2023 - 21:00

There will be 3rd and 4th class boys indoor hurling blitz on Thursday 19th January in Aughrim. Please register your teams using the following link by 3pm on Friday. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfHN9kndvbiGGUNDWWVzJ1Q-...

Date Article Posted: Tuesday, January 10, 2023 - 20:54

Allianz Cumann na mBunscol Chill Mhantáin will hold a Young Whistler (Hurling/Camogie) course on Thursday 19th January in Kilcoole Primary School (St. Anthony’s building) from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. approx.  Places are limited so please let Rúnaí...

Date Article Posted: Saturday, January 7, 2023 - 15:22

It’s hard to believe it was November when hurlers from all areas of West Wicklow arrived in Kiltegan on Friday 18th November for their hurling blitz. The sun was shining and there was a smell of freshly cut grass on the well turned out Kiltegan...

Date Article Posted: Sunday, November 20, 2022 - 14:27

West Wicklow9 a-side Hurling Blitz Coming Up in Kiltegan18th November – 9 a-side Hurling Blitz - KilteganContact West Wicklow Allianz Cumann na mBunscol Representative Michael Moran, Scoil Nioclais Naofa, Dunlavin on 045-401495 if interested in...

Date Article Posted: Sunday, November 13, 2022 - 12:37

North/East WicklowConditions were ideal for hurling as teams from Kilcoole P.S., Greystones C.N.S, St. Cronans’ N.S Bray, St. Patricks Wicklow Town and Gaelscoil na gCloch Liath descended on Bray Emmets’ GAA Club. It was also brilliant to see five...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, October 13, 2022 - 22:49

The Boys' Allianz Hurling Participation Blitz for 5th & 6th will take place on Thursday 13th October in both Bray Emmets (North/East Wicklow) and Aughrim (South Wicklow). North/East:Date: ...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, October 6, 2022 - 22:18

Is mise Conor Eglington. Táim i rang a cúig i Scoil Chualann Bré, an scoil is fearr ar domhain. Is breá liom a bheith ag imirt iománaíocht.When my teachers told us that there was a competition and a chance to play in Croke Park I was so excited...

Date Article Posted: Tuesday, July 12, 2022 - 21:53

Skill levels were through the roof in a sun kissed Bray Emmets as 8 teams took part in the Cumann na mBunscol hurling blitz last Thursday. There were goals and points galore as some of Wicklow's finest young hurlers put on a show for the lucky...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, May 19, 2022 - 21:25

A boys hurling participation blitz for 5th & 6th class will take place on Thursday 19th May at 11.45am in Bray Emmets GAA Club. Matches will be 9 a-side but can be adjusted depending on the numbers of both teams. ...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, May 12, 2022 - 22:17

Date: Thursday 19th MayTime: Time to be confirmedLocation: BallinakillMatches will be 7 a-sideContact Padraig Murphy (0873481540) if interested

Date Article Posted: Thursday, May 12, 2022 - 22:15

The boys and girls of 2nd and 3rd classes in Kilcoole Primary School and St. Laurence’s Primary School had a fantastic afternoon of indoor hurling and camogie on Thursday the 13th February.  Both schools participated in the 7-a-side indoor...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, February 13, 2020 - 21:54

2nd and 3rd class boys and girls had a brilliant time on Thursday 6th February at the Allianz Cumann na mBunscol indoor hurling and camogie blitz which took place in Shoreline, Greystones. Children from St Patricks, Wicklow town; St Cronan’s, Bray...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, February 6, 2020 - 20:52

The Indoor Hurling and Camogie Blitzes are scheduled for February in Shoreline, Greystones. This is a 7-a-side blitz for 2nd and 3rd class.  Please let Ciara or Éamonn (Oifigeach Iománíochta agus Camógaíocht) know on...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, January 23, 2020 - 22:00

Our first Allianz Cumann na mBunscol Wicklow activity is our Hurling/Camogie  'Young Whistlers' course on Thursday  16th January 3.30-4.45 p.m. in St. Anthony’s Hall, Senior Building, Kilcoole Primary...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, January 9, 2020 - 21:32

The Indoor Hurling and Camogie Blitzes are scheduled for this month in Shoreline Greystones. This is a 7-a-side blitz for 3rd and 4th class.  Please let Garrett Doyle know ASAP garrett.doyle.gda.wicklow@gaa.ie  on which day you would...

Date Article Posted: Sunday, November 10, 2019 - 16:54

We recently held a blitz in Bray Emmets for 5th and 6th class boys. There were 12 teams participating across 9 primary schools from North Wicklow. Each team got 4 games on the day with all games keenly contested for non-competitive fixtures. The...

Date Article Posted: Sunday, October 20, 2019 - 20:22

The opening hurling fixture of the Allianz Cumann na mBunscol Chill Mhantain calendar takes place on Thursday, 10th October, in Bray Emmets GAA Club at 11:45am.  The blitz is non-competitive and aimed at boys in 5th and 6th class. Schools are...

Date Article Posted: Tuesday, October 8, 2019 - 20:47

On Thursday 13th June Wicklow were represented by Kilcoole Primary School at a Lift and Strike tournament in Èire Óg GAA Club, Carlow.  After a re-shuffle of the groups (due to some teams unable to attend), the Wicklow boys played the...

Date Article Posted: Saturday, June 15, 2019 - 20:21

Due to inclement weather, the original fixture for the Credit Union Cup was postponed and re-fixed. 8 teams took part in the blitz; St Pats 1 & 2, St Cronans, Scoil Chualann, Gaelscoil Uí Chéadaigh, Kilcoole PS, Newtownmountkennedy PS and...

Date Article Posted: Saturday, June 15, 2019 - 20:14

Unfortunately due to the weather conditions last Wednesday, the Credit Union Cup had to be cancelled.  It is hope to re-schedule this fixture as soon as possible.

Date Article Posted: Thursday, May 9, 2019 - 20:36

Credit Union Cup    8th May at 11.45 a.m. in Ballinakill – One day boys’ nine-a-side hurling blitz.  Competitive blitzAllianz Camogie Blitz         15th May at 11.45 a.m. in Ballinakill...

Date Article Posted: Wednesday, April 3, 2019 - 20:27

Allianz Cumann na mBunscol Chill Mhantáin held their first ever ‘Young Whistlers’ refereeing course for hurling/camogie on Thursday 7th February in St. Brigid’s hall, Kilcoole Primary School.  Nine enthusiastic 5th class boys and girls from...

Date Article Posted: Sunday, February 10, 2019 - 12:23

 The Allianz Cumann na mBunscol Indoor Hurling and Camogie blitz took place on November 23rd in Shoreline Leisure Centre, Greystones.  Teams from 3rd and 4th classes took part. The focus on the day was on participation. All teams...

Date Article Posted: Saturday, November 24, 2018 - 22:08

Unfortunately, the Allianz boys hurling blitz due to take place next Wednesday, 26th September, has been cancelled to accommodate the rescheduling of the Camogie Blitz.  We are hoping to re-arrange it for another date in...

Date Article Posted: Saturday, September 22, 2018 - 00:35

The first hurling blitz of the Allianz Cumann na mBunscol Chill Mhantáin calendar took place last Wednesday on a sunny autumn day in Bray Emmets GAA grounds. Ten teams in total took part on the day, namely St Cronan’s, St Patrick’s, Wicklow Town,...

Date Article Posted: Sunday, September 16, 2018 - 08:30

26th September -  Day 2 at 11.45 a.m. in Bray GAA grounds.  Nine-a-side and no age limit.  Full rules.

Date Article Posted: Friday, September 14, 2018 - 23:42

The Boys' Hurling League Day One will take place next Wednesday in Bray Emmets GAA Club. It is a 9-a side blitz with no age limit. We are looking forward to seeing many you on the day with good weather hopefully!Competition: Allianz Boys'...

Date Article Posted: Sunday, September 9, 2018 - 20:30

Term One – Focus on participation and no competitionBoys’ Allianz Hurling League Day 1        12th September - Day 1 at 11.45 a.m. in Bray GAA grounds.  Nine-a-side and no age limit.  Points only no...

Date Article Posted: Friday, August 24, 2018 - 22:36

On Thursday 14th June St. Cronan’s, Bray represented Allianz Cumann na mBunscol Chill Mhantáin at the Carlow Lift and Strike event.  The boys played two Offaly teams and a team from Carlow. They had a great day out and were treated like kings...

Date Article Posted: Saturday, June 23, 2018 - 20:38

The final primary school hurling blitz of the year took place in Ballinakill on Thursday 3rd May. The Credit Union Cup was the prize on offer for the 10 participating teams. St Cronans 1 & 2, St Pats 1 & 2, Kilcoole, Newtownmountkennedy,...

Date Article Posted: Monday, May 7, 2018 - 22:08

The final hurling blitz of the year will now take place on Thursday 3rd of May in Ballinakill. Registration is at 10:45am, with games starting at 11am. It is a 9- aside blitz with no age limit. Looking forward to seeing you all on the day and...

Date Article Posted: Sunday, April 29, 2018 - 08:54

The final hurling blitz of the year (Credit Union Cup) was scheduled for this Friday, April 20th. However, due to the Skills Competition Finals taking place on Thursday and the County Football Féile starting on Friday, a decision has been taken to...

Date Article Posted: Monday, April 16, 2018 - 16:55

 Friday 20th April at 11.45 a.m. in Ballinakill – One day boys’ nine-a-side hurling blitz

Date Article Posted: Thursday, April 12, 2018 - 23:09

Credit Union Cup    Friday 20th April at 11.45 a.m. in Ballinakill – One day boys’ nine-a-side hurling blitzAllianz Camogie Blitz         Friday 27th April at 11.45 a.m. in Ballinakill – One...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, March 22, 2018 - 23:28

There has been a branch of Allianz Cumann na mBunscol set up in South Wicklow.  It’s fantastic to see more Gaelic games being played across the county and more children getting involved.  There was a successful indoor hurling blitz for 5th...

Date Article Posted: Friday, December 1, 2017 - 21:16

There was successful indoor hurling blitzes this week.  In Shoreline in Greystones St. Laurence’s had three teams, Kilcoole and Newtown had one.  There were some fantastic skills on show and everyone had a great day.  There will be...

Date Article Posted: Friday, November 17, 2017 - 21:11

 Week of 13th and 20th November in regional centres (Your school will be contacted regarding which day you will be attending)

Date Article Posted: Thursday, November 9, 2017 - 22:18

Indoor Hurling/Camogie 3rd and 4th ClassWeek of 13th November in regional centres (Your school will be contacted regarding which day you will be attending) Indoor Hurling/Camogie 3rd and 4th ClassWeek of 20th November in regional centres (...

Date Article Posted: Saturday, November 4, 2017 - 20:55

Unfortunately Day 2 of the Boys’ Allianz Hurling League had to be called off last Wednesday due to the bad weather. We hope to re-schedule this at a later date.

Date Article Posted: Sunday, October 1, 2017 - 17:55

 Day 2 of the  Boys' Allianz Hurling League will take place next week on Wednesday 27th of September.The focus of the day is participation and giving as many children as possible the experience of playing hurling,...

Date Article Posted: Friday, September 22, 2017 - 20:00

     We’re Back!As a new year of school begins, so does the Cumann na mBunscol calendar of events! The Allianz Boys’ Hurling League was the opening fixture of the year. Bray Emmets GAA Club played host to six different schools with...

Date Article Posted: Friday, September 15, 2017 - 21:27

The Boys' Allianz Hurling League will be played over two days.The focus of both days is on participation and giving as many children as possible the experience of playing hurling, regardless of experience.There is no age limit on the...

Date Article Posted: Friday, September 8, 2017 - 20:12

 The final hurling event of the Allianz Cumann na mBunscol schedule took place in Bray Emmets GAA Grounds last Wednesday. Eight schools in total participated; St Cronans(1), St Cronans (2), St Pats Wicklow (1), St. Pats Wicklow (2), Talbotstown...

Date Article Posted: Monday, May 8, 2017 - 20:28

Allianz Cumann na mBunscol, Cill Mhantáin would like to congratulate hurling officer Ronan Keddy on his recent Christy Ring Cup win with the county.  It’s great to have such a fantastic role model for the boys and girls of the county to aspire...

Date Article Posted: Wednesday, May 3, 2017 - 22:13

 Next week's "Credit Union Cup" Allianz Cumann na mBunscol Hurling Competition will now take place in Bray Emmets GAA Club.It will not take place in Ballinakill, as previously said. A decision has been made to change venue,...

Date Article Posted: Wednesday, April 26, 2017 - 22:10

Credit Union Cup     3rd May at 11.45 a.m. in Ballinakill – One day boys’ nine-a-side hurling blitz Allianz Camogie Blitz        10th May at 11.45 a.m. in Ballinakill – One day girls’ nine-a-side...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, April 6, 2017 - 21:25

 This course is being run in the County over the next few weeks. If you would like to do this course please follow the instructions below and complete the online material. On completing the online material Wicklow Coaching & Games will...

Date Article Posted: Tuesday, January 31, 2017 - 22:02

 There will be a 5th/6th Class Hurling blitz next Wednesday 25th in Ballinakill COE at 11am. The day will be finished by 12:30. Schools may enter as many teams as they wish provided the kids are in either 5th and/or 6th class....

Date Article Posted: Thursday, January 19, 2017 - 21:33

  This was the last week of Indoor Hurling and Camogie blitzes.  This week the participants were St. Pat’s Wicklow and St. Fergal’s Bray.  Well done to all who participated over these past few weeks, there were great skills on show...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, December 15, 2016 - 21:00

 There will be 5th/6th class primary schools blitz' as follows for 2017. All blitz' are for both boys and girls, 11 aside.ALL BLITZ’ 11am - 12:3025th January - Ballinakill COE15th March - Ballinakill COE26th April -...

Date Article Posted: Tuesday, December 13, 2016 - 16:07

  Indoor Hurling and Camogie has taken place over the past few weeks and has been a great success.  This week in camogie Gaelscoil Clocha Liath, St. Fergal’s, Gaelscoil Cill Mhantáin and Newtown took part.  In hurling Gaelscoil...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, December 8, 2016 - 21:08

Indoor hurling and camogie has been going on over the past few weeks and continues this week.Here are some photos of the action!https://goo.gl/photos/cF5PzUCZudJ7Eece6

Date Article Posted: Saturday, December 3, 2016 - 12:23

Kilkenny Hurlers and 2016 All Stars Eoin Murphy and Walter Walsh visited St Brigid's NS Greystones on Wednesday last November 16th. The pupils made the players very welcome with a guard of honour as well as creating some Kilkenny themed posters...

Date Article Posted: Friday, November 18, 2016 - 21:32

Indoor Hurling and Camogie continues through the weeks of Nov 21st, Nov 28th and December 5th.  Your school will have been contacted regarding which day you will be attending but if you have any questions don’t hesitate to contact Garrett Doyle...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, November 17, 2016 - 23:00

Indoor Hurling/Camogie 3rd and 4th ClassWeek of 14th November in regional centres(Your school will be contacted regarding which day you will be attending) Allianz Tráth na gCeist      Thursday 17th November at 7.30 p...

Date Article Posted: Tuesday, November 8, 2016 - 19:46

Indoor Hurling/Camogie 3rd and 4th ClassWeek of 14th November in regional centres(Your school will be contacted regarding which day you will be attending) Allianz Tráth na gCeist      Thursday 17th November at 7.30 p.m...

Date Article Posted: Wednesday, November 2, 2016 - 12:46

Indoor Hurling/Camogie 3rd and 4th ClassWeek of 14th November in regional centres(Your school will be contacted regarding which day you will be attending) Allianz Tráth na gCeist      Thursday 17th November at 7.30 p.m...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, October 20, 2016 - 00:19

Day 2 of the Allianz Boys Hurling League took place in Bray Emmets GAA Club last Wednesday. Although the sun was shining, there was gusty wind blowing all afternoon, but it didn’t stop all the teams from displaying their wonderful hurling skills. St...

Date Article Posted: Friday, September 30, 2016 - 20:23

Day 2 of the Allianz Boys Hurling League will take place next week.Date:            Wednesday 28th SeptemberLocation:     Bray Emmets GAA ClubTime:           ...

Date Article Posted: Saturday, September 24, 2016 - 01:29

Last Wednesday, Allianz Cumann na mBunscol held its first hurling blitz of the new school year and if the standard of hurling that was on display continues, we will treated to many more exhibitions of silky skills! The opening day of the Allianz...

Date Article Posted: Saturday, September 17, 2016 - 14:08

First on the list of Cumann na mBunscol activities is the Boys' Allianz Hurling League, which will be played over two days.  The focus of both days is on participation and giving as many children as possible the experience...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, September 8, 2016 - 16:36

On Thursday the 16th June, following a generous invitation from Allianz Cumann na mBunscol Kilkenny, Allianz Cumann na mBunscol Wicklow travelled to Nowlan Park Kilkenny for an Exhibition Day of hurling and camogie. Our hurlers and camogie players...

Date Article Posted: Friday, June 17, 2016 - 21:25

Cumann na mBunscol Wicklow will travel to Nowlan Park, Kilkenny to participate in an Exhibition Day on Thursday June 16th. It will consist of a coaching session, exhibition match against a Kilkenny...

Date Article Posted: Wednesday, June 1, 2016 - 19:41

A Feast of Hurling!The final primary school hurling blitz of the school year took place in Ballinakill on May 11th with over two hundred children taking part. Fifteen teams, from all over Wicklow, namely Newtown, Kilcoole, Tynock, Talbotstown,...

Date Article Posted: Wednesday, May 11, 2016 - 21:48

Credit Union Cup     11th May at 11.00 a.m. in Ballinakill – One day boys’ nine-a-side hurling blitzAllianz Camogie Blitz         18th May at 11.00 a.m. in Ballinakill (Time to be confirmed) – One day...

Date Article Posted: Wednesday, April 27, 2016 - 16:56

  There was a great turnout for the West Wicklow 7 A Side Hurling in Baltinglass this week with Baltinglass, Bigstone, Dunlavin, Donard, Talbotstown and Hacketstown National Schools all taking part on the day. The aim of the blitz was to...

Date Article Posted: Wednesday, February 10, 2016 - 20:56

On Wednesday November the 25th, Shoreline Leisure Centre in Greystones played host to a dual indoor hurling and camogie blitz. Four schools participated in this non competitive, indoor blitz. These included; Newtownmountkennedy,...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, November 26, 2015 - 20:39

Hurling: Week of 16th November in regional centres. Camogie: Week of 23rd November in regional centres.  Finals week to follow in DecemberYoung WhistlersAs part of a new initiative, Allianz Cumann na mBunscol Cill Mhantáin have decided...

Date Article Posted: Wednesday, November 4, 2015 - 21:37

Hurling: Week of 16th November in regional centres. Camogie: Week of 23rd November in regional centres.  Finals week to follow in December

Date Article Posted: Thursday, October 22, 2015 - 22:24

All outdoor blitzes will be played at the Wicklow GAA Centre of Excellence in Ballinakill Rathdrum.  Girls Football Day 1 - Friday 9th Oct 11.30am Boys Football Day 1 - Thursday 15th Oct 11.00am Girls Football Day 2 - Thursday 22nd Oct 11....

Date Article Posted: Monday, October 5, 2015 - 21:45

Bray Emmets GAA club hosted Day 2 of the Allianz Cumann na mBunscol Boy’s Hurling Blitz on Wednesday the 30th of September. It was a glorious sunny day with nine teams in total participating in the blitz. Across all the games a wide range of talent...

Date Article Posted: Wednesday, September 30, 2015 - 21:53

Day 2 of the Allianz Boys' Hurling League takes place in Bray on September 30th at 12pm.  Following on from the results from Day 1, we will have a Division 1 and Division 2 league on the day.  Please confirm attendance by email or...

Date Article Posted: Wednesday, September 23, 2015 - 22:13

On Wednesday 16th of September, Day One of the Allianz Boys Hurling League took place in Bray Emmets GAA Club. It was a lovely, sunny autumn day with eight teams in total participating. St.Patrick’s, Wicklow Town, Rathdrum BNS, Newtownmountkennedy...

Date Article Posted: Wednesday, September 16, 2015 - 21:50

16th September - Day 1 at 12.00 p.m. in Bray GAA grounds.  Nine-a-side and no age limit

Date Article Posted: Monday, September 14, 2015 - 19:58

Boys’ Allianz Hurling League Day          16th September - Day 1at 12.00 p.m. in Bray GAA grounds.  Nine-a-side and no age limitAllianz Camogie League Day       23rd September at 12.00...

Date Article Posted: Wednesday, September 2, 2015 - 18:37

Míchéal Ó Murchú, Allianz Cumann na mBunscol, Cill Mhantáin’s Hurling Officer is retiring at the end of this school year.  He has made it his business throughout his teaching career to promote the game of hurling.  He has done tremendous...

Date Article Posted: Wednesday, June 10, 2015 - 19:59

The Credit Union Cup hurling blitz took place on Bray Emmet’s grounds on Wednesday April 29th 2015. Eight teams took part:- Kilcoole, St. Brigid’s, St Fergal’s, Kilmacanogue, St. Cronan’s, St Patrick’s, St Kevin’s, St Laurence’s.All the games were...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, April 30, 2015 - 21:14

Credit Union Cup    29th April at 1.00 p.m. in Bray – One day boys’ nine-a-side hurling blitz

Date Article Posted: Friday, April 24, 2015 - 00:24

 INTO Skills Challenge       (Two pupils per school may participate in each discipline - Boys’ and Girls’ Football, Camogie and Hurling)            ...

Date Article Posted: Tuesday, April 7, 2015 - 13:24

Arklow Boys Primary School and Bearna Chle N.S. Johnstown participated in a Go -Games Hurling Blitz which was played in Pearse Park Arklow this week for 1st class. With the weather good there were over sixty boys and girls from both schools...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, February 26, 2015 - 22:35

Week 1 of the new Wicklow Allianz Cumann na mBunscol Hurling initiative took place in St Mary's Senior National School Blessington.The initiative involves 8 weeks of coaching in the school by the local GDA and class teacher. Each class will receive...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, January 22, 2015 - 20:46

A new initiative was launched by Allianz Cumann na mBunscol Cill Mhantáin in conjunction with the County GDA coaches whereby €5000 was spent on 90 hurleys and 90 helmets with the aim of promoting and developing hurling and camogie in the county. It...

Date Article Posted: Tuesday, December 2, 2014 - 23:54

There were indoor blitzes held recently for both boys and girls. The camogie teams that took part were Scoil Chualann, Kilcoole, Newtown and St. Brigid's and the hurling teams were Scoil Chualann, Kilcoole, St. Cronans and St. Brigid's. Scoil...

Date Article Posted: Friday, November 28, 2014 - 12:47

Indoor HurlingWeek of 17th November in regional centres. Finals week to follow in December  Allianz Tráth na gCeist The annual Allianz Tráth na gCeist will take place on Thursday 20th November at 7.30 p.m. in Lynhams, Laragh. Please note...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, November 13, 2014 - 22:31

Wicklow Times Shield Day 25th November (Day 2 - teams graded in divisions based on Day 1 for another blitz day with winners awarded in each division. These divisions will determine girls leagues later in the year)at 11.00 a.m. in Bray GAA grounds –...

Date Article Posted: Saturday, November 1, 2014 - 21:10

Eight Schools from South Wicklow participated in an Allianz Cumann na mBunscol Hurling Blitz in Aughrim this week for  for 5th and 6th Classes. With the very warm weather and the Aughrim pitches in brilliant condition  it was...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, October 16, 2014 - 21:20

Day 2 of the Boys Allianz Hurling league was held on 1st October in Bray GAA grounds.  This was a nine-a-side league and had no age limit.  There were great hurling skills displayed and well done to all who took part.Photoshttps://...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, October 2, 2014 - 12:41

Boys’ Allianz Hurling League Day 2      1st October  -  Day 2 at 11.00 a.m. in Bray GAA grounds.  Nine-a-side and no age limitDay One Photoshttps://picasaweb.google.com/107049175256667565075/HurlingDay1

Date Article Posted: Thursday, September 25, 2014 - 13:15

1st October  -  Day 2 at 11.00 a.m. in Bray GAA grounds.  Nine-a-side and no age limit

Date Article Posted: Wednesday, September 17, 2014 - 22:09

Boys’ Allianz Hurling League Day 1     17th September (Division 1) -  Day 118th September (Division 2) – Day 1at 11.00 a.m. in Bray GAA grounds.  Nine-a-side and no age limitAllianz Camogie League Day   ...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, September 11, 2014 - 22:15

Hurling coaching workshop for young players with MARTIN FOGARTY – Kilkenny GAAin Wicklow GAA Centre of Excellence Thurs 11th Sept@7 €5 pay on night to Leighton Glynn

Date Article Posted: Monday, September 8, 2014 - 11:33

Welcome back!Here are the fixtures for the coming school year 2014-2015. Fixtures List 2014-2015Term OneBoys’ Allianz Hurling League Day 1      17th September (Division 1) -  Day 118th September (Division 2) – Day...

Date Article Posted: Wednesday, August 27, 2014 - 21:25

The Hurling Allianz County finals took place in Ballinakill during this week.  Taking part were St. Kevin’s, Talbotstown, Aughrim, St. Cronan’s and Rathdrum BNS.  There were fine skills on show from all schools and well done on...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, June 19, 2014 - 12:20

Interpretation of Playing Rules of Hurling  Rules 2.2 Exceptions (i) and (ii), 2.3, 2.5, 4.16(b) (1) The terms “taken” or “retaken” in Rules 2.2 Exceptions (i) and (ii) and 2.3 shall mean the ball being “struck”. (2) A...

Date Article Posted: Friday, June 13, 2014 - 16:12

Hurling County finals will take place in Ballinakill – Week of 16th JuneBest of luck to all teams who are participating!

Date Article Posted: Wednesday, June 11, 2014 - 14:17

St. Cronan’s went to a hurling tournament in Bray Emmet’s on the 14th May. The team played very well and kept a solid defence. The defence included Robert Moran and Peter Aherne with Michael Timmons and Sam Kearney swapping between defence and...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, May 22, 2014 - 19:59

Credit Union Cup Hurling Blitz 2014.The Credit Union Cup hurling blitz took place on Bray Emmet’s grounds on Wednesday May 14th  2014. Five teams took part:- Kilcoole, St. Brigid’s, St. Cronan’s, Rathdrum and Kilmacanogue.All the games were...

Date Article Posted: Wednesday, May 14, 2014 - 19:33

The Credit Union Cup will take place next week on the 14th May at 11 o’clock in Bray – One day boys’ nine-a-side hurling blitz. Please contact Micheal O Murchu, St. Cronan's on 01 2860440 if interested.

Date Article Posted: Wednesday, May 7, 2014 - 20:57

Girls’ Allianz Football LeagueThis will take place on the 6th May at 11 in Roundwood.  This is a 9 a-side blitz and teams will have been put into divisions on Wicklow Times Shield Day.  However if you didn’t attend that day you are still...

Date Article Posted: Tuesday, April 22, 2014 - 21:38

The top 2 pupils in each code were invited to compete in the County Primary Schools Skill Tests on Wednesday 9th April in Wicklow GAA Centre of Excellence, Ballinakill, Rathdrum Co Wicklow.The participants were as follows  Boys Football...

Date Article Posted: Friday, April 11, 2014 - 19:54

The top 2 pupils in each code are invited to compete in the County Primary Schools Skill Tests scheduled for Wednesday 9th April at 11.00 in Wicklow GAA Centre of Excellence, Ballinakill, Rathdrum Co Wicklow. The top performing pupils in the...

Date Article Posted: Wednesday, April 2, 2014 - 19:20

The regional skills challenges took place this week.  The football skills included soloing with left/right foot, fist passing with left/right hand and the hook kick with left/right foot.  The hurling/camogie skills included soloing, ground...

Date Article Posted: Wednesday, April 2, 2014 - 19:16

A hurling coaching conference will be held on Saturday the 5th of April in Ballinakill, the new Wicklow GAA Centre of excellence. The conference will cover child and youth aspects of coaching.  If interested contact Leighton Glynn on 0833645136.

Date Article Posted: Monday, March 24, 2014 - 21:32

An Allianz Cumann na mBunscol Hurling Go-Games blitz was held in Aughrim Community Grounds for South schools recently for 6th class boys. It was nice to see St. Josephs Templerainey N.S., Arklow taking part in the games.  Also playing were...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, February 13, 2014 - 19:21

Welcome back to another school term!  We’ve a busy schedule as usual filled with gaelic games for 2014. 3rd / 4th Class Indoor          Indoor football tournament for boys in rang a trí agus rang a ceathair (The...

Date Article Posted: Sunday, January 5, 2014 - 12:12

On Monday October 21st four teams competed in an indoor hurling blitz in Roundwood. Three schools took part in the blitz; Kilcoole Primary School, St. Fergals Snr School and Roundwood Primary School Team 1 and Team 2. The emphasis of the day was on...

Date Article Posted: Monday, October 21, 2013 - 19:19

For the hurling this year we had two divisions. Each team played all other teams in the division once. The games were 9 a-side, panel of 12 with no age limit.Division 1:St. Patrick’s, St. Kevin’s, Glenealy, St. Laurence’s and Scoil Chualann.Division...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, September 19, 2013 - 21:23

Term OneBoys’ Allianz Hurling League Days       18th September (Division 1) -  Day 119th September (Division 2) – Day 125th September (Division 1) – Day 226th September (Division 2) – Day 2at 11.00 a.m. in Bray GAA...

Date Article Posted: Friday, September 6, 2013 - 23:39

To see pictures from the finals day please click on linkhttps://picasaweb.google.com/107049175256667565075/HurlingFinals

Date Article Posted: Monday, July 15, 2013 - 22:56

Dunlavin N.S took the honours in the West Wicklow Credit Union Blitz that took place in Baltinglass last Tuesday. 5 teams took part on the day and after some very close matches Dunlavin N.S topped the table from Baltinglass N.S in second and...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, June 6, 2013 - 22:26

The Credit Union Cup hurling blitz took place on Bray Emmet’s grounds on Wednesday May 22nd. Eight teams took part: Kilcoole Primary School, Glenealy, St. Cronan’s, St. Patrick’s Wicklow, St. Brigid’s Greystones, St. Kevin’s Greystones, Newtown and...

Date Article Posted: Sunday, May 26, 2013 - 18:54

The Credit Union Cup takes place on Wednesday 22nd May at 11 o’clock in Bray Emmets.  This is a 9 a-side hurling blitz. Please contact Micheal O Murchu, St. Cronan's on 01 2860440 if interested.

Date Article Posted: Wednesday, May 15, 2013 - 22:26

The Credit union cup has had to be postponed due to unforeseen circumstances.It will now take place on Wednesday 22nd May at 11 in Bray Emmets.This is a 9 a-side blitz. Please contact Micheal O Murchu, St. Cronan's if interested.

Date Article Posted: Monday, April 29, 2013 - 18:46

Crossbridge National School in Tinahely have become All County Indoor hurling champions after winning the final played in Aughrim Community grounds. This has been  a fantastic year for this very small school in Tinahely having already captured...

Date Article Posted: Thursday, December 13, 2012 - 21:45

Indoor 7 a-side hurling blitz on November 27th at 12.00 p.m until 2.00 p.m. in Roundwood GAA hall.  Contact Garrett Doyle if interested.

Date Article Posted: Sunday, November 25, 2012 - 10:47

Indoor 7 a-side camogie blitz next Thursday Nov 22nd at 10.00 until 11.30 in Roundwood GAA hall.Indoor 7 a-side hurling blitz on Nov 27th at 12.00 until 2.00 in Roundwood GAA hall.Contact Garrett Doyle if interested

Date Article Posted: Saturday, November 17, 2012 - 23:10

The  West Wicklow Allianz Autumn Hurling League  started last week with two days of excellent hurling on show in Blessington and Stratford. The aim of these Hurling Leagues is to provide schools and players with a series of games to...

Date Article Posted: Friday, November 2, 2012 - 16:22

For the hurling this year we followed the same format as last year. Instead of the traditional style leagues we had blitz type competitions. These were run on a league format with the matches in each division taking place over two days. Each team...

Date Article Posted: Sunday, October 7, 2012 - 12:50

The second day of Division 1 and 2 were held in Bray Emmets GAA on Wednesday and Thursday of this week.  Both days were a great success with lots of teams in attendance and excellent hurling skills on show.  Well done to all who...

Date Article Posted: Friday, September 28, 2012 - 22:16

The first day of Division 1 and 2 were held in Bray Emmets GAA on Wednesday and Thursday of this week.  Both days were a great success with lots of teams in attendance and everyone involved is looking forward to day two.  The competition...

Date Article Posted: Saturday, September 22, 2012 - 11:24

South Wicklow Allianz Cumann na mBunscol held their first Allianz Hurling blitz for 5th and 6th classes in Pearse Park, Arklow last week.  Five schools - Arklow B.N.S., Aughrim N.S., Carnew N.S.,  Crossbridge N.S and Bearna Chlea N.S...

Date Article Posted: Saturday, September 22, 2012 - 10:52

Boys’ Allianz Hurling League DaysFor the hurling this year we will have a blitz type competition run on a league format over two days.  This competition is 9 a-side with no age limit.  Therefore each team plays all the other teams in the...

Date Article Posted: Saturday, September 15, 2012 - 19:30

The first tournament of the school year is hurling.  Division 1 will be held on 19th and 26th September while Division 2 will be held on 20th and 27th September.  The competitions will be held in Bray GAA grounds and will begin at 11 a.m....

Date Article Posted: Thursday, September 6, 2012 - 19:27

Term OneBoys’ Allianz Hurling League Days    19ú Meán Fómhair (Division 1) -  Day 120ú Meán Fómhair (Division 2) – Day 126ú Meán Fómhair (Division 1) – Day 227ú Meán Fómhair (Division 2) – Day 2ag tosú ar 11.00 a.m. in Bray GAA...

Date Article Posted: Saturday, September 1, 2012 - 10:08

A tremendous day of hurling took place in Kilcoole Primary School on Thursday last. The children from the third classes of Kilcoole Primary and Newtown Primary mixed together and enjoyed displaying their hurling skills. Over sixty children...

Date Article Posted: Monday, July 2, 2012 - 10:43

A boys’ nine-a-side hurling blitz will take place in Bray on Wednesday 9th May at 11 o’clock.

Date Article Posted: Monday, July 2, 2012 - 10:13

A boys’ nine-a-side hurling blitz will take place in Bray on Wednesday 9th May at 11 o’clock.

Date Article Posted: Monday, July 2, 2012 - 10:09

Hurling/Camogie Coaching Camps are being held for those from age 6-12, FREE OF CHARGE from 9.30am – 2.30pm, with players needing to bring a packed lunch.  Activities will include Skills Coaching, Go Games Blitzes & Skill Testing. ...

Date Article Posted: Monday, July 2, 2012 - 09:50

The INTO Mini 7’s Skills Challenge will take place on 18th April in Roundwood GAA grounds.  Two pupils from each school will be allowed to take part in each discipline.  It is imperative that you are aware of the age restrictions...

Date Article Posted: Monday, July 2, 2012 - 09:34

A Foundation Fooball course will take place in Aughrim National School on Monday 6th Feb and Wednesday 8th Feb at 7-30pm.  A Foundation Hurling course will also take place  in Aughrim National school on Monday 13th Feb and...

Date Article Posted: Friday, June 29, 2012 - 12:18

Two pupils per school may participate in each discipline - Boys’ and Girls’ Football, Camogie and Hurling This selection process will take place on 18ú Aibrean in Roundwood GAA grounds

Date Article Posted: Friday, June 29, 2012 - 12:05

9ú Bealtaine ag tosú ar 11.00 a.m. in Bray – One day boys’ nine-a-side hurling blitz

Date Article Posted: Friday, June 29, 2012 - 12:04

The finals of the boys hurling were also held with Glenealy as winners this time.  The other teams that took part and showed some great hurling skill were St. Patrick's BNS, Talbotstown, Dunlavin, St. Cronans and Kilcoole.

Date Article Posted: Friday, June 29, 2012 - 11:48

by Ronan O’Kelly, Kilcoole Primary SchoolWe played an indoor hurling blitz in Roundwood and really enjoyed it.  We won all our games, we played Rathdrum 1, Rathdrum 2 and St. Brigid’s, Greystones.  We play in the Semi-Finals in...

Date Article Posted: Friday, June 29, 2012 - 11:41

For the hurling this year we had a new format. Instead of the traditional style leagues we had blitz type competitions. These were run on a league format over two days.  The games were 9 a-side. Each panel had 12 players.  No age...

Date Article Posted: Friday, June 29, 2012 - 11:06

10ú Samhain ag tosú ar 12.00 a.m. in Roundwood GAA groundsOne day hurling seven-a-side and no age limit, contact Garrett Doyle if interested - garrett.doyle.gda.wicklow@gaa.ie

Date Article Posted: Friday, June 29, 2012 - 10:58

For the hurling this year we had a new format. Instead of the traditional style leagues we had blitz type competitions. These were run on a league format over two days.  The games were 9 a-side. Each panel had 12 players.  No age limit...

Date Article Posted: Tuesday, June 5, 2012 - 21:52

Report from 5th Class pupils, Kilcoole Primary School Our Boys’ Hurling team played blitzes in Bray Emmets GAA grounds on Wednesday 21st and 28th September.  We played St. Pat’s, Glenealy, St. Cronan’s, Scoil Chualann and Rathdrum....

Date Article Posted: Tuesday, June 5, 2012 - 21:49

There were two very successful hurling blitzes held this week, one in Bray and the other in Greystones.  There will be two more similar days this week, Division 1 in Bray on 28ú Meán Fómhair and in Greystones on 29ú Meán Fómhair. ...

Date Article Posted: Tuesday, June 5, 2012 - 20:45