Broadford GAA Hurling and Camogie Clubs

Critical Care Appeal for Kevin Ryan

24/9/2024

Can you help Kevin and his family to meet his critical care costs?

Joined by members of the East Clare Hurling “family” and other local representatives the Broadford, Kilmore and Kilbane community met on Monday the 23rd to launch it’s appeal to help meet the critical care costs for Broadford Hurling Club’s Kevin Ryan.

The meeting was hosted by Kieran Corcoran, who was joined by club chair Johno O’Brien and Bernie O’Brien. Kieran and Johno both talked about the contributions Kevin has made to the club over many years and Bernie provided an update on the excellent one-to-one care Kevin has been receiving at the care facility he is living in in Askeaton, Co. Limerick, and how this is making a genuine difference to Kevin’s quality of life Co. Kevin’s Father, Brendan also provided an update on Kevin’s health journey over the last number of months and thanked everyone for their support so far.

Kevin is a hugely popular and well-liked married father of one from Kilmore, Broadford in East Clare. In recent years Kevin is known to the people of South-East Clare as a courier with Fastway. Prior to this Kevin worked in Element Six in Shannon where he made many friends. Kevin and his father, Brendan are well known in Clare GAA circles and Kevin has been involved in a range of roles with Broadford GAA over a long number of years. He has played at all levels with Broadford, was a selector with various teams as well as fulfilling the role of club secretary up until his health difficulties took hold.

Since the Autumn of 2023, when he experienced kidney failure as well as numerous other health complications, Kevin has been left unable to work and has been left with significant care needs. He spent over 6 months in the University Hospital Limerick but in May 2024, Kevin secured a place in Abbot Close Care Centre in Askeaton where he is now receiving the 24-hour a day one to one care that is so critical for him. The level of care Kevin is receiving in Askeaton is crucial to maintain his quality of life but this level of care is beyond what can be provided by the HSE.

Kevin’s illness has placed immense emotional and financial strain on the family. We are reaching out to the wider community to help meet some of the costs of Kevin's specialised care needs.

Your generosity will not only provide Kevin with the care he desperately needs but will also offer much-needed support to Kevin’s wife Caroline and his son Kyle during this challenging time. Every euro donated will go directly towards meeting Kevin’s care costs and ensure that he can have some quality of life. The donations will be managed by a fundraising committee and updates will be given over time.

We understand times are tough for many, but any contribution, no matter how small, will make a huge difference to Kevin and his family. If you're unable to donate, please consider sharing this fundraiser with your friends and family.

Thank you for taking the time to read this. Your kindness and compassion are greatly appreciated.

Please use the link below to donate:

Donate to Help with Kevin's care costs, organised by Friends of Kevin Ryan

Broadford Hurling Club Poker Classic

16/4/2024

A poker Classic for Broadford Hurling Club was held in the parish hall on Saturday night. It was a great event that was enjoyed by all. Well done to the winners on the night.

We would like to thank the hall committee for the use of our parish hall, a great facility.

This would not have been possible without Tom and Linda Marsh and family, they outdid themselves this year and left no stone unturned with a record attendance and record prizes in what was a very well organised event! Well done Tom!

Pictured are the classic winners Michael Vaughan and Aisling Delaney with organiser Tom Marsh ♠️♥️♦️♣️

A Strong Start for Broadford Hurlers

12/3/2024

After a tough week, Broadford Senior and Intermediate teams got off to a strong start over the weekend. Both matches observed a minutes silence before commencing with both Broadford teams wearing black armbands in memory of the late Seanie Kelleher, Violet Hill.

Broadford played Tubber away in the first round of the Clare Cup division 1b. Broadford won by three points on a scoreline of 3-12 to 1-15. The Broadford team was as follows:
Cian O'Brien, Damien Kiniry, Cathal Chaplin, Jack O'Brien, Paurig Taylor, Paddy Donnellan, Davy Boland, Mark Moloney, Oisin Kavanagh, Diarmuid O'Brien, Darren Chaplin, Craig Chaplin, Diarmuid Whelan, Donal Whelan and Stiofán McMahon. Subs used were Conor O'Donnell and Gearoid Vaughan.

Broadford faced Clarecastle in the first round of the Intermediate league, it was played on Clarecastle's new Astro-turf pitch. It was a strong start for Broadford with a two point win, 2-13 to 0-15. The Broadford team was JC McMahon, Cathal O'Sullivan, Jack O'Brien, TJ Dillon, Mark Gunning, Conor O'Donnell, Sam Cooper, Gearoid Vaughan, Diarmuid Whelan, Eoin O'Brien, Jack Ward Murphy, Paul Moloney, Padraig Hickey, Denis Fahy and Jack Dillon.
Subs used were Jack Kelleher, James Dillon, Noah Corbett and Paul O'Connell.

Well done to both teams on a good start to the league.

New Broadford Hurling Club Facebook Page

19/7/2022

Anyone who was a Facebook friend of Broadford GAA may have noticed that there have been no recent posts from Broadford GAA, and that the Broadford GAA Facebook page content is no longer available online.

On the 17th June the Broadford GAA Facebook page was deliberately, and cruelly, hacked by someone who wanted to cause maximum disruption. The perpetrator, who it seems from the specific technical information available was operating in Ireland, took steps to ensure that Facebook suspended the Broadford GAA page within minutes of hacking the Facebook account.

Over a month later the Broadford GAA Facebook page remains suspended. All efforts to report the full details of the incident to Facebook, and have the pages restored, have failed. Facebook’s online help “services” provide no options for meaningful dialogue with an actual person and are largely automated using Artificial Intelligence (or not intelligent as the case may be). Other means of contacting and engaging with Facebook have been tried but have been met with no response or even acknowledgement. Although efforts will continue, there currently seems little prospect of success at this time.

In order to continue a Facebook presence, the club’s Broadford Minors Facebook page has been renamed as “Broadford Hurling Club”. If you were already a Facebook friend of the minor club page, then you will automatically see Facebook posts to the Broadford Hurling Club page. If not, and you would like to re-connect with the club on Facebook then please search for “Broadford Hurling Club” and send a friend request and also like/follow the page.

Thank you for your continued support.

The Niall and Jamie O’Brien Memorial Tournament

19/7/2022

The Niall and Jamie O’Brien memorial tournament, held on the 11th June 2022, lived up to expectation as an excellent tournament. It was a fantastic day full of memories and spectacular hurling for all in attendance. The day resembled a festival of hurling consisting of fifteen competitive matches played throughout the day. The prizes on offer were the Niall O’Brien tournament cup and the Jamie O’Brien player of the tournament trophy. Broadford GAA and our great community left no stone unturned in preparation for what was eagerly awaited by many as a day full of remembrance for Niall and Jamie. An 11 aside tournament was chosen as a fitting way to celebrate both Niall and Jamie’s contribution to Broadford Hurling Club. Their family, friends and clubmates were delighted with the opportunity to come together to remember them both.

Schedule of Matches

The day got off to a great start setting the tone for the day. With one semi-final spot up for grabs from each group, which went as follows:

Group 1

O’Callaghans Mills A, Clonlara and Scariff all battled it out in Broadford to take the first semi-final place. Clonlara got off to a winning start with back to back victories over O’Callaghans Mills A and Scariff respectively. The final match of group 1 saw Scariff beat O’Callaghans Mills which left Clonlara preparing for a semi-final against the winner of group 2 later in the day.

Group 2

Group 2 was played in O’Callaghans Mills GAA pitch and led to well contested ties between Broadford A, O’Callaghans Mills B and Bodyke. The first match of the group saw Broadford win against home team O’Callaghan’s Mills. This match was followed closely by a well contested local derby between Bodyke and O’Callaghans Mills. Bodyke’s victory in this match meant that the prize for the final tie of the group between Broadford and Bodyke was a place in the semi-final. After a close contest, Broadford edged the victory, setting up a highly anticipated tie against Clonlara in the first semi-final.

Group 3

Broadford B faced our limerick visitors, Ahane B and Monaleen in group 3. The first match saw Broadford lose out to Ahane in a well fought contest. After Monaleen overcame Ahane in the second match of the group, Broadford faced Monaleen in the final tie. Monaleen topped the group with three wins and secured their place in the second semi-final against the winners of group 4.

Group 4

Group 4 was the only group of the day to rely on score difference to find a winner. Ahane set the pace early in this group beating Smith O’Brien’s before losing to Whitegate in the second tie. It was all to play for in the final match between Smith O’Brien’s and Whitegate. Smith O’Briens edged a win leaving every team in the group on 2 points and sending Whitegate to the Semi-finals after score difference.

Semi – Finals and Final

Broadford and Clonlara battled it out in a closely contested semi-final in Broadford. It took a late Clonlara goal to separate the sides and see Clonlara go through to the final. In the second semi-final, Whitegate overcame Monaleen which led to an all-Clare final between Clonlara and Whitegate.

The final did not disappoint in any way, producing great displays of hurling in a match that was hard fought to the end with both teams giving it everything. Clonlara were the eventual winners after a most entertaining day of hurling. There was very little between the sides in both the semi-finals and finals, they provided the many spectators that had gathered with some wonderful hurling displays.

At the end of a wonderful day, the Clonlara captain Ger Powell was presented with the Niall O’Brien Memorial Cup by Niall’s parents Mike and Anne. The Jamie O’Brien player of the tournament trophy was presented to Clonlara player Michael Clancy by Jamie’s sister Niamh. Mikey was awarded the player of the tournament for his impressive performances all throughout the day.

We would like to thank the referees for the day, Kevin Corry, Johnny Healy, Joe Mullins and our own Fergal O’Brien. We would also like to acknowledge and thank O’Callaghan’s Mills GAA for allowing us the use of their pitch for the day and especially for organising stewarding, catering and assistance throughout the day.

The Niall and Jamie tournament was a huge success for all involved. It was a great day of community spirit, hurling and remembrance for everyone in attendance. The Broadford community showed great endeavour in facilitating this great day. The organisation of the tournament, the catering, the stewarding, and the preparations required would not have been possible without the large amount of volunteers who selflessly gave their time. We would like to sincerely thank everyone who contributed in any way to the success of the tournament

Reopening of Broadford Handball Alley

10/5/2022

Broadford GAA Hurling Club is delighted to announce the reopening of our newly refurbished Handball Alley on Saturday 14th May.

Great work has been completed by club members in getting this facility fit for use again; development of a new venue booking system, new signage was erected, a new meter, locks and lights installed, bathroom refit and deep clean of the entire alley. A massive thank you to all who helped in getting this project completed. It is hoped that Club members both young and old can now start to enjoy this great facility that is readily available for all to use.

A new Committee has been formed who have committed to running and managing the facility. If you would like to become a member of Broadford GAA and use this facility please log on to www.foireann.ie select Ath Leathan GAA and register.

Members can get access to the alley by following the steps on the attached leaflet.

It is important that member users adhere to the following:

Book in advance through the online booking system
Respect pre-booked timeslots
Timber hurleys and sliotars are not allowed in the Alley. The Hurling Club intend to purchase some plastic hurleys and soft balls which will be free to use by members in the Alley.

We would ask all members to respect the alley rules so that we can protect and maintain this fantastic facility.

Broadford's Easter Camp - A Huge Success

23/4/2022

Broadford Hurling and Camogie Easter Camp was a huge success this year with truly fantastic young athletes who all fully committed themselves to each and every session, challenge and competition.

All the children who attended took part in numerous fun games and activities whilst improving their skills.

Some huge achievements and various individual accomplishments throughout the week from junior infants to first year secondary school, all of whom should be very proud of themselves.

Lots of new friendships made also, the sportsmanship and team support at camp was outstanding. The children who attended are a credit to their parents.

One of the highlights of the week was a visit by Clare Hurling stars Patrick Crotty (Scariff), Niamh Powell & John Conlon (Clonlara) and Broadford’s own Paddy Donnellan.

This camp would not have been possible without our phenomenal coaches who volunteered to give up their free time to coach last week. The minor club is indebted to the efforts of Darren Chaplin, Aoife Boland, Naoise O’Sullivan, Diarmuid O’Brien, Jack O’Brien, JC McMahon, Michael Hogan, Paul Moloney, Cian Mulqueen, Moya Marsh McMahon, Paul O’Connell, Aoife O’Brien, Catherine Donnellan & Eoin Powell and our juvenile coaches Sadhbh O’Sullivan, Harry Cooper, Sam Cooper, Tomas McMahon, Peter O’Farrell, & Isobel O’Connell…. This team of coaches led the camp from beginning to end and made the camp the success that it was. These individuals are excellent role models to our young children and our club is very grateful for all the work that they did.

Also, a big thank you to our club photographers Martin Cooper and Joanne Quinn Tuite for all their work during the week!

Finally, thank you to our hugely supportive parents for getting your kids to camp every day and for all your positive feedback.

Broadford Minor Club

Thanks to Ger Hickey and CE-TEK Medical

5/12/2019

A huge thanks to Ger Hickey of CE-TEK Medical for sponsoring the new defibrillator for Broadford Hurling Club.

The defibrillator is located at the front of the clubhouse so, if the need should arise, has the benefit of being available also to the wider village community.

Thanks again to Ger for making this happen.

Supporters Bus to Midleton - Intermediate Hurling Semi-Final

6/11/2019

Sorry, due to insufficient numbers, the bus will not be going ahead. Danny's Bar is arranging an alternative option. Please contact Danny's Bar for more details.

Thanks.

Munster Intermediate Hurling Semi-Final - Location Details

4/11/2019

All roads from Broadford lead to Midleton GAA Club this Sunday 10th November where Broadford will meet Fr. O'Neills in the Munster Intermediate Hurling Semi-Final.

We know there will be massive support from Broadford and beyond at the match. If you are thinking of driving down, follow the link below for directions from Broadford

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