Montreal Shamrocks Gaelic Football Club - News

Training this Thursday April 8th at 6.30pm

Mon, 05 Apr 2010 05:00:33 GMT

The first training session of the new season gets underway this Thursday evening at 6.30pm at Rutherford Park (See directions below). Guys and girls will be training together.

Rutherford Park Location:

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Shamrocks to compete in Aussie Rules, April 24th.

Wed, 31 Mar 2010 10:53:47 GMT

Shamrocks to take part for the second year running in Aussie Rules on April 24th, Parc Cartier, Laval. Stay tuned for more details...

Montreal 9-a-side Gaelic Football Tournament , May 22nd/23rd 2010

Wed, 31 Mar 2010 02:54:18 GMT

The Montreal Shamrocks are organizing a 9-a-side Gaelic Football tournament for the weekend of May 22-23rd. It will take place at the Montreal Rugby Club and feature a Senior Mens, Junior Mens, and Womens division. Saturday May 22nd would feature a round robin within each divison, with games starting at 12pm. Sunday would see the top 4 teams in each division face off in a championship and consolation final. Following the games on Sunday, the Shamrocks will be holding an awards banquet with food and drink specials.

More details to follow....

Club AGM - Sunday February 21st at 2pm: All welcome

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 11:23:33 GMT

The club is hosting its Annual General Meeting on Sunday February 21st at 2pm.

Location:

Montreal West Curling Club
17 chemin Ainslie
Montréal-Ouest, QC H4X 1K4

(514) 486-5831

All are welcome

RELENTLESS APPROACH PAYS OFF IN SILVER

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:02:55 GMT

By Guinness Rider::::: At the University of Laval, confronted by the host Quebec Patriotes GAA and inclement weather, Montreal Shamrocks GAA Football team won the Quebec cup for the second year running. Shamrocks produced a dominant display from beginning to end, scoring early and often, tightening the midfield and defense. They attacked with and without the ball non-stop, pressuring in all parts of the field. Despite the hosts’ best efforts Montreal wouldn’t be denied, and the Cup is back on the island for the third time in four years. A decent crowd was subjected, along with both teams, to weather that wavered between soggy and miserable, but the spirit of the game was excellent, hard-fought and nothing given either way, right up to the last whistle. Special thanks to our hosts on the day for making a fine event out of it, and congratulations to the club, the supporters, and the players, who have not only brought home silverware, but laid a strong foundation for the GAA’s continued development in the province of Quebec.

Quebec Champions 2009

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 08:57:05 GMT

Well done to all involved for retaining the Quebec Championship for another year. Thanks to our opponents Quebec City for a good, tough game. Match report to follow..

Quebec Football Championship, Sat Oct 31st

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:59:06 GMT

After a successful hurling trip to Portland, it's time to turn back our attention to football. This coming Saturday, Oct 31st our men's team take on Quebec City in the provincial decider. The game will take place at Laval University in Quebec City at 1pm.

The lads are looking to retain the cup in what will be a close and hard fought contest.

Best of luck to all involved.

Montreal Shamrocks compete in first hurling tournament in 35 years

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 08:32:47 GMT

MONTREAL HURLERS SHAKE OFF 35 YEARS OF RUST 17th October 2009 By Guinness Rider Montreal Shamrocks GAA played their first hurling matches in roughly 35 years with a double-bill in Portland, Maine on October 17th, 2009. The newly-formed team were invited down to the US by hosts Portland Hurling Club Marauders, to take part in an 8-a-side, three club tournament including the Barley House Wolves out of Concord, New Hampshire. Despite being only assembled a mere three months ago, the Shamrocks gave an excellent account of themselves in the first match, battling their hosts to a thrilling draw with chances to win it outright at the end. Portland were well impressed by the skill level and natural instinct of the side, and they and Concord were happy to be pitted against the Quebec-based team that took up the challenge with relish. So Concord came next, with only a few minutes between matches. The match started very well for Montreal, but Wolves are a close-knit, well-drilled and disciplined unit, and started to pull away in the second half, when match fitness became a real telling point. Shamrocks may have run out of gas in the end, but gained many admirers for their determination and some outstanding individual skill. All in all, the two American teams were very grateful to have a new team enter their fray, and there was a lot of talk about a return engagement next season, with the teams potentially coming up to Montreal to play. More importantly, the matches broke a long spell of no official hurling for the city club, and the enthusiasm shown means there are sure to be more fixtures and interest in 2010. Winter training and recruitment up next. Thanks to our opponents, and congratulations to the players, and the club! Team: Tom Foxe, Edmond Stokes, Donal Lacey, Fionan McGrath, David Keane, Paul O'Reilly, Brendan O'Connor, Guinness Rider, Michael Kelly.

Montreal Shamrocks claim 3rd place in annual Utica Tournament

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 10:19:22 GMT

On Saturday July 25th, Montreal Shamrock’s men's team competed in the 7-a-side football tournament being held as part of the Great American Irish Festival in Utica, NY.

In all, 7 teams participated – coming from Rochester, Syracuse, Baltimore, Maryland and Quebec City. The tournament was based on a double-elimination knockout – with two defeats meaning the end of a team’s participation.
The Shamrocks, captained by long-serving member and Roscommon legend Tom Foxe, put in a gallant performance and finished third overall.

Game 1: Montreal v Rochester B
After a sluggish start Montreal soon found their rhythm and slotted over some nice scores. This was backed up by solid defending and good running through mid-field. In the second half Montreal were totally on top and ran out comfortable winners.

Game 2: Montreal v Mason Dixon
This was a very even game between two competitive teams. Montreal took a slender lead into the half-time break. The second half was tit-for-tat and the game ended all square at full time. It was decided on penalties where the Shamrocks lost 3-2.

Game 3: Montreal v Rochester A
This was by far the most bruising of the day's encounters. With 3rd place up for grabs and elimination for the losers, neither team was willing to give up without a fight. Last ditch defending, throwing bodies in harm’s way, hard running and some cool finishing paved the way for a 7 point Montreal victory.

Game 4, Semi Final: Montreal v Mason Dixon
With the elimination of all other teams and Syracuse already in the final, all that was left to be decided was who would face the unbeaten young lads from the nearby University in Syracuse.
After three tough encounters, fatigue finally took effect on a tiring Shamrocks team who lost their way slightly in the closing minutes of this match to lose by 4 points.

Game 5, Co-ed game: Montreal v Rochester
To finish off what was a fantastic day, Montreal fielded a co-ed team with the help of Andrea and Danielle and took on Rochester. This game was played in a very sporting fashion with the girls chipping in with a few scores of their own.

Many thanks to all the players who travelled. There was great heart, commitment and skill on show right throughout the team.

Post-Utica party to follow at Hurleys!

Montreal Tournament Report: Shamrock's battling peformance not enough as Ottawa claim victory

Fri, 22 May 2009 01:08:46 GMT

Ottawa Gaels overcame spirited performances from the hosts to claim victory in the Annual Montreal Mens and Ladies tournament last Saturday in St Julie.

In their very first tournament, Quebec Saints claimed the Junior Cup after defeating Quebec City.
Teams from Brampton, Quebec City, Quebec Saints (an Australian Rules team),Quebec City and two teams from Montreal Shamrocks competed for the honours in a very competitive tournament. Atrocious weather conditions meant aesthetic football was at a premium, but the teams defied the elements to give a great display of hard graft, skill and passion in all of the games.

Mens Tournament:

In the mens competition, the teams were divided into two groups of three, with Montreal Shamrock's A team, Brampton and Quebec Saints making up the first group. After overcoming the Quebec Saints, Brampton and Montreal A played out an intense, exciting game which finished in a draw - allowing Montreal to top the group. In the other group, Ottawa defeated Quebec City and the Shamrock's B team to top the group.

In the semi-final stage, Montreal's A team overcame their compatriots from the Shamrocks' B team, while Ottawa weathered strong resistance from Brampton to make the final. The final took place amid heavy rain and wind, with Ottawa's experience proving just enough to prevail in a tight game - on a scoreline of 1-4 to 1-2. Montreal were left to rue some missed chances and some poor final passes but can be proud of themselves after showing great commitment and some terrific skill on the day. The performances of many of the new players augurs well for the team's participation in the rest of this year's matches.

Great credit is also due to the new players from Quebec City and the Australian Rules team - who adapted very well to their first taste of competitive action.

Ladies Tournament:

In the ladies competition, Ottawa Gaels and Montreal Shamrocks played out a tough battle, with Ottawa Gaels coming out on top in the final game despite a typical fighting display from the Shamrocks.

A special word for the trainers of the ladies and mens teams from Montreal - Una and Brendan - whose hard work at training was justified in the teams' performances on the day.

Thank You:

The club would like to thank all of the teams who made the long journey for the tournament and to all who attended a very successful evening's entertainment.

Thanks to our sponsor - Hurley's Irish Pub for providing an excellent banquet and plenty of space for the next generation of would-be Irish dancers to strut their stuff afterwards!

Thanks to Montreal Irish Rugby Club for providing the pitches, bar and barbecue for the day.

Finally, a special thanks to all who helped to organise the tournament - your contributions were invaluable.

Training continues every Tuesday at The Annexe at 7pm.