Any one know how our u20s and minors are going in hurling and football?
Also how are our development squads getting on ? I know its early but we need strong development squads to bring quality players onto our senior teams in the coming years.
On the hurling side of the house -
Ross Young GDA/ Brian Ging & Martin O Connell looking after S&C
Hurling & Gym based in Centre of Excellence
U14 Management - Trevor Moore, Seamus Dwyer, Brendan Lowry, Robert Delaney, Shane Cahill, David Sheeran, Eric Killeen
Carrying 50 players, organisation & training is top class, I would say credit to Keegan here his first management team to recruit.
Was present at their presentation to parents, excellent
Have beaten North Tipp & Westmeath recently
U15 Management - David O Mahoney, Brendan Phelan, Johnny Holland, Cathal Brophy & Aaron Whelan, a little later to get going and fill these roles, carrying approx 36 on panel, have beaten Westmeath & Meath recently
U16 / Celtic Challenge Management - Brian Flanagan, Pat Kirby, Noel Kavanagh, plus one more
With this team since u14, panel smaller at present as 8-10 of the stronger u16 on minor panel & weaker minors back training with this panel.
U17 - Glen McEvoy, Dermot McGill, Ger Cuddy, Mark Dunne,
Training hard, suffered three serious injuries to three main players, despite that some decent results recently, beat a Wexford team last Saturday, playing Kildare in first round on Saturday week the 23rd.
Best of luck to all!
Seeing the minor hurling squad several times this year. I think I could count 15 of the this year u16s with them .
I experienced them against Westmeath a couple of weeks ago .
Dreadful what happened that night.
Management alot to answer for
Quote from: Hurling123 on March 15, 2024, 07:24:47 PMSeeing the minor hurling squad several times this year. I think I could count 15 of the this year u16s with them .
I experienced them against Westmeath a couple of weeks ago .
Dreadful what happened that night.
Management alot to answer for
What was "dreadful" ?
Quote from: Hurling123 on March 15, 2024, 07:24:47 PMSeeing the minor hurling squad several times this year. I think I could count 15 of the this year u16s with them .
I experienced them against Westmeath a couple of weeks ago .
Dreadful what happened that night.
Management alot to answer for
What happened here?
small bitta spockin. lad came out worse of it. move on
Best of luck to our minors and seniors this Saturday 👍
Quote from: Hurling123 on March 15, 2024, 07:24:47 PMSeeing the minor hurling squad several times this year. I think I could count 15 of the this year u16s with them .
I experienced them against Westmeath a couple of weeks ago .
Dreadful what happened that night.
Management alot to answer for
Are we more or less an u16s team this year for Minor Hurling?
Just checked, we're in with Carlow, Kerry, and Kildare in tier 2 - first up Kildare away on Saturday
20's Footballers out next Tuesday against Carlow at home, in a group with Wexford and Wicklow
Minor footballers home to Dublin next week, in a group with Longford and Offaly too
20's Hurlers not out til April v Kilkenny and Wexford
How are we shaping up on these fronts?
Would be nice to get a run in a few of these competitions...
Best of luck to the U20 footballers tonight and the minors tomorrow night.
Are either of these groups expected to do well this year?
Game tonight changed to Laois COE
Great win tonight for our U-20 players in horrible conditions. Level at half time but really got stuck in in the 2nd half and came out deserving winners. Wexford away next week..
great is a stretxh. got it done but hard work. took goals well. carlow missed there goals, browns great bitta stuff. young o brien was great, breedin is mighty. murphys an animal for work, more breedin.
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If we needed to know the state of football and hurling underage in the country we got our answer tonight and last Saturday in Hawkfield.The scandal ofthe lack of promotion Gaelic games in Portlaoise and Mountmellick is disgraceful.if neither clubs is unable or unwilling to improve there lot the country board has a duty to intervene as it's their brief to promote Gaelic games in the country imagine the big schools in both towns playing in B and C competition and unless something is done Country footballers will be vying with Waterford and London to see who can reach Division 3 and our hurlers will be competing with the likes of meath and Kerry for many years to come
Quote from: Blueforever on March 27, 2024, 09:28:12 PMIf we needed to know the state of football and hurling underage in the country we got our answer tonight and last Saturday in Hawkfield.The scandal ofthe lack of promotion Gaelic games in Portlaoise and Mountmellick is disgraceful.if neither clubs is unable or unwilling to improve there lot the country board has a duty to intervene as it's their brief to promote Gaelic games in the country imagine the big schools in both towns playing in B and C competition and unless something is done Country footballers will be vying with Waterford and London to see who Ellie's can reach Division 3 and our hurlers will be competing with the likes of meath and Kerry for many years to come
Many other clubs represented in these schools other than Portlaoise & Mountmellick. Very unfair to suggest the clubs are unwilling to improve the standards in the school. The schools themselves have a responsibility too but must be aligned with proper structured support from the county board . This is not happening enough in the secondary schools in Laois. Portlaoise have a GDO going into the primary schools in the town but this is a massive job. I'm not sure about Mountmellick?
In order to improve the standards in all secondary schools in the county it needs buy in from the school staff , county board and clubs . This is not happening.
Quote from: Sanny on March 27, 2024, 11:10:52 PMQuote from: Blueforever on March 27, 2024, 09:28:12 PMIf we needed to know the state of football and hurling underage in the country we got our answer tonight and last Saturday in Hawkfield.The scandal ofthe lack of promotion Gaelic games in Portlaoise and Mountmellick is disgraceful.if neither clubs is unable or unwilling to improve there lot the country board has a duty to intervene as it's their brief to promote Gaelic games in the country imagine the big schools in both towns playing in B and C competition and unless something is done Country footballers will be vying with Waterford and London to see who Ellie's can reach Division 3 and our hurlers will be competing with the likes of meath and Kerry for many years to come
Many other clubs represented in these schools other than Portlaoise & Mountmellick. Very unfair to suggest the clubs are unwilling to improve the standards in the school. The schools themselves have a responsibility too but must be aligned with proper structured support from the county board . This is not happening enough in the secondary schools in Laois. Portlaoise have a GDO going into the primary schools in the town but this is a massive job. I'm not sure about Mountmellick?
In order to improve the standards in all secondary schools in the county it needs buy in from the school staff , county board and clubs . This is not happening.
Portlaoise CBS is one of the biggest boys schools in the country and has no interest in the promotion or development of Gaelic Games within the school.
You could blame the county board for a lot of things but not in this instance when all efforts at coaching assistance and supports have been rebuffed.
It was the only 1 of the 12 second level schools in the county not to engage in a Laois Schools initiative put in place by the Laois Coaching set up recently.
That game againt the Dubs last night was a tough experience for our lads.
They were blitzed in the first half. Dublin far superior with and without the ball. Don't think they lost one of their own kickouts and turned over plenty of ours.
In fairness to the Laois lads they made a game of the second half and outscored the Dubs.
Next up is Offaly next Wednesday evening. The loser of that one will be out.
Hopefully our lads bounce back.
Big crowd there yesterday but not an ideal spot to hold such a game.
Well maybe it's time to contact the Dep of Education and find out why the CBS refuse to promote our national game all these Schools are funded by the National Purse ie the taxpayer
fcukin egg chasin n soccer is all they care bout in cbs
Quote from: Blueforever on March 28, 2024, 01:03:42 PMWell maybe it's time to contact the Dep of Education and find out why the CBS refuse to promote our national game all these Schools are funded by the National Purse ie the taxpayer
I'm sure the Department of Education has more pressing issues than worrying about a school in Laois and their lack of interest in the GAA
If a principal has an interest in GAA it will feed it's way down. Training a school team can take time for teachers and some might be reluctant to do it as it eats into their personal time. Clubs are finding it hard to attract coaches or committee members, it's sadly a sign of the times in modern day Ireland
Quote from: Butch Cassidy on March 28, 2024, 02:08:55 PMIf a principal has an interest in GAA it will feed it's way down. Training a school team can take time for teachers and some might be reluctant to do it as it eats into their personal time. Clubs are finding it hard to attract coaches or committee members, it's sadly a sign of the times in modern day Ireland
They either couldn't be bothered listening to yappy entitled parents or are away chasing forty quid a night at some other club.
Quote from: redsetanta on March 28, 2024, 11:00:47 AMThat game againt the Dubs last night was a tough experience for our lads.
They were blitzed in the first half. Dublin far superior with and without the ball. Don't think they lost one of their own kickouts and turned over plenty of ours.
In fairness to the Laois lads they made a game of the second half and outscored the Dubs.
Next up is Offaly next Wednesday evening. The loser of that one will be out.
Hopefully our lads bounce back.
Big crowd there yesterday but not an ideal spot to hold such a game.
Big crowd.... are you having a laugh ?
We were outplayed and outfought for the majority of the match . Dublin took the foot off the pedal in the second half when the match was over .
Regarding the U20s the other night only for Brown in goal we were in trouble. Carlow were/are a poor outfit and they had us on the rocks in the first half .
What would you consider a big crowd? Wasn't a spot anywhere along the fence when I got there. Either end full and the far terrace area was full.
kellys 20s thru ta football qtr final. dacent stuff. well organized outfit.
Why have we no county U19 development hurling team when offaly, dublin, Wexford & kilkenny do ??
Massive problem at club level too, no hurling for a huge amount of players at their own age until maybe October every year,
We need an U19 club competition to bring players through from minor the previous year, especially 'lesser lights' that won't make senior teams straight away.
Minor footballers unfortunate last night in a very evenly contested game. Offaly got the goals which got them the win.
Longford beating Dublin means there's no chance of them qualifying from their group.
There's probably a shield competition that they now go into.
Any potentially good senior players in the making from either u-20s or minor panels?
Quote from: Ogie on April 03, 2024, 09:00:06 PMWhy have we no county U19 development hurling team when offaly, dublin, Wexford & kilkenny do ??
Massive problem at club level too, no hurling for a huge amount of players at their own age until maybe October every year,
We need an U19 club competition to bring players through from minor the previous year, especially 'lesser lights' that won't make senior teams straight away.
Laois were asked but weren't either interested or couldn't get mentors
5 Munster counties plus Galway also playing an u19 competition
Winners of both groups to play each other in a Final
Has the u20 team for tomorrow's match v Kilkenny been named
Quote from: Joeythelips on April 04, 2024, 02:18:28 PMAny potentially good senior players in the making from either u-20s or minor panels?
From looking at the u20s
John Brennan looks like a senior prospect. I thought Darragh Slevin was decent against Carlow and has a bit of pace. Jake Darcy also decent. Cathal Lee from clonaslee is another one worth looking at in the next few years at senior. I like the two midfielders , they are raw but have great potential. Its hard to judge the forwards over the past two games due to weather conditions. To be honest none of them really showed that they are of senior inter county standard but maybe on a dry day we might see one or two of them emerge.
Slightly underwhelming showings from our minors and u20s on Saturday.
Absolutely no shame in losing to an exceptional Kilkenny side; they'll be very close to an All-Ireland.
We lined out with just five players in their final year (Cathal Cuddy, Aaron Phelan, Cody Comerford, Colin Byrne and Conor Fitzpatrick) but we were just dominated physically and athletically.
I feel we as a county need to invest more determinedly in our Strength & Conditioning. Managers coming in for a year or two will care little about overall player development so it needs to be sorted 'in-house'. I know Laois GAA have appointed someone in this role but I think it's important that his responsibilities cover all development panels, minor and U20.
There's still the nucleus of a talented team there but we're relying too heavily on the individual talents of too few.
Improved showing from the minors after being caught like rabbits in the headlights in Newbridge. Kerry were decent but we just about did enough. Kavanagh made a big impact off the bench and hopefully his injury can be managed to allow him stay in the full-forward line. The positional switches helped too with Cunningham a huge boost after recovering from injury.
I'd expect to see them account for Carlow in the last group game.
Quote from: beano on April 05, 2024, 12:01:15 PMQuote from: Joeythelips on April 04, 2024, 02:18:28 PMAny potentially good senior players in the making from either u-20s or minor panels?
From looking at the u20s
John Brennan looks like a senior prospect. I thought Darragh Slevin was decent against Carlow and has a bit of pace. Jake Darcy also decent. Cathal Lee from clonaslee is another one worth looking at in the next few years at senior. I like the two midfielders , they are raw but have great potential. Its hard to judge the forwards over the past two games due to weather conditions. To be honest none of them really showed that they are of senior inter county standard but maybe on a dry day we might see one or two of them emerge.
I think that is a very good summary of what is there. There is no one or two players that are really standing out head and shoulders over everyone else that you would describe as a nailed on intercounty senior player. It has been a long time since we produced players with the x-factor. If Laois are to return to being a top 12 side in Ireland in the next 5-10 years then these are the players we will need to start producing again. Otherwise, even with the best manager, organisation and commitment there is a ceiling on what can be realistically achieved.
Good win for the U20's last night and straight through to a semi-final.
Do we know who they will play or is there a draw after q/f's?
There playing Meath next Tuesday in the quarter finals I believe. Think it's in Portlaoise.
Dublin straight into semi-final after winning 2/2 in 3-team group.
Kildare straight into semi-final after winning 2/3 matches in 4-team group.
Laois into quarter-final after winning 3/3 matches in 4-team group.
And their reward ? A date with 2021 Leinster Minor Champions, Meath.
Quote from: The Boy Wonder on April 10, 2024, 11:18:49 AMDublin straight into semi-final after winning 2/2 in 3-team group.
Kildare straight into semi-final after winning 2/3 matches in 4-team group.
Laois into quarter-final after winning 3/3 matches in 4-team group.
And their reward ? A date with 2021 Leinster Minor Champions, Meath.
In fairness, i'd say the group Laois won was the weakest of the three groups.
I have only seen one of the games but there's something about them .
A very committed bunch with 2 or 3 likely to make it to inter County level .
Kieran Kelly is a also a future Laois Senior manager I think . They'll give Meath plenty of it next week .
U20's seem to have made a right go of it last night.
Meath had the ability to get goals and the scoreline doesn't reflect how close they were. Two very early goals and then one in the last minute.
Quote from: redsetanta on April 17, 2024, 10:15:01 AMU20's seem to have made a right go of it last night.
Meath had the ability to get goals and the scoreline doesn't reflect how close they were. Two very early goals and then one in the last minute.
Laois put up a very good performance last night but shot themselves in the foot on too many occasions. The scoreline does not reflect the closeness of the game. Mid way through the second half, in my opinion, Laois were looking the better team and most likely winners.
Kieran Kelly has done a good job with these lads.
third goal killer.early goal hit hard but lads had recovered n had winnin of it. missed chances mid way 2nd half cost them but they rattled fcuk outta meath as seen by sendin off n way meath rowed at end. kelly a fine manager, good setup. be proud o dem lads, murphy of joeys is a real star.
What Clubs make up the clan ne NGael team that are playing in the hurling minor league this year??
Quote from: Laois man on April 22, 2024, 09:24:32 PMWhat Clubs make up the clan ne NGael team that are playing in the hurling minor league this year??
Clonad, Trumera, Colt-Shanahoe, and St. Paul's.
Burdizzo thanks for that they have some pick from that many clubs.
All small clubs.
Quote from: burdizzo on April 22, 2024, 10:07:18 PMQuote from: Laois man on April 22, 2024, 09:24:32 PMWhat Clubs make up the clan ne NGael team that are playing in the hurling minor league this year??
Clonad, Trumera, Colt-Shanahoe, and St. Paul's.
some mounta jerseys ta pick from. heath be there too
Quote from: georgedoylesrightleg on April 23, 2024, 08:27:32 AMQuote from: burdizzo on April 22, 2024, 10:07:18 PMQuote from: Laois man on April 22, 2024, 09:24:32 PMWhat Clubs make up the clan ne NGael team that are playing in the hurling minor league this year??
Clonad, Trumera, Colt-Shanahoe, and St. Paul's.
some mounta jerseys ta pick from. heath be there too
Welllll... That's like saying the Mountmellick-Portarlington set-up also includes The Rock and Kilcavan. Or PRT also includes a lot of football clubs from the south east of the county.
U20's out against Kildare this evening. I know Kildare hurling is on the rise and we have been beaten previously by them underage.
How are these set of players expected to do?
Our minors out against Carlow this weekend as well.
The u20's weren't bad tonight , once they got on top of the Kildare puck out near the end of the first half they didn't look like they would be beaten. They also had the luxury of missing a penalty. The had a strong start to the second half with two goals but took the foot off for a while and things could have tightened up if Kildare hadn't shot as many wides I. Their purple patch.