Annual Composite Challenge Game Camogie / Shinty Dublin v Scotland 15 TH JULY, 2.00PM NA FIANNA GAA MOBHI ROAD, DUBLIN 9 Réiteoir: Karl O Brien
Chairman s welcome On behalf of Dublin Camogie, I wish to extend a cead mile failte to the Scottish Womens Camanachd Association, players and officials on the occasion of their visit to Dublin to play in the annual composite rules game Vs Dublin. Over the last number of years Dublin Camogie has forged a close working relationship with the Womens Camanachd Association and this association has lead to an agreement whereby we now play on a Home and Away basis. In 2016 Dublin travelled over to Inverness for the first of a three match series. This was a wonderful occasion for the Dublin girls and the welcome we received was second to none and we hope to extent the same warm welcome to the Scottish travelling party this weekend. In 2016 the Dublin girls won the trophy in Inverness and I know the Scottish girls will be anxious to wrestle this back in Saturdays game. This should ensure a very competitive game between the two sides. This year there will be a slight change in tradition in that the Dublin team will be made up of club players as opposed to County players. This is due to the timing of this game. Normally these games are played in Oct, but the two Associations agreed to bring forward this game forward to July. As a consequence, this rules out our County players who are in All Ireland action at present. This gives our club players an ideal opportunity to pit their skills against Scotland and they are eagerly looking forward to Saturdays encounter. Dublin had hoped to stage this composite rules game in Parnell Park (County ground), but unfortunately this is closed for repair work to be carried out. However, through the good offices of Tom Ryan, Na Fianna ( a long friend of the composite rules game ) we have secured Na Fianna s main pitch in Mobhi Road for the purpose of staging this fixture. In conclusion, can I once again say how delighted Dublin Camogie are to host this important event in our calendar. Sincere thanks to Lisa Norman (Scottish Comanachd) for making this trip a reality. Patrick Martin Cathaoirleach Programme produced by Gerry O Sullivan and Seamus Massey #RAISETHEBAR
WCA President s Welcome President of the Women s Camanachd Association On behalf of the Womens Camanachd Association I would like to extend my thanks to Dublin Camogie Board and Na Fianna GAA Club for their friendly welcome and fantastic hospitality. A trip to Dublin is always a memorable experience for all involved and our hosts have excelled themselves as usual. This is year two of a three years series of home and away games with Dublin and I m sure this year will be as exciting a game as last year. My congratulations to all the Scotland girls for getting selected to represent their country and I thank them for all their hard work and effort in the run up to today s match. Grateful thanks goes to our Head Coach Stuart Reid in organising and selecting a team from the vast talent now competing in the Women s game. And to his support team Ross Brown and Sue Emery who have spent a lot of time working with the squad, their time and effort is very much appreciated and I hope they are all rewarded with today s result. Behind the scenes I am indebted to the coaching team who have worked hard in organising and chasing all the crucial administration for the squad; your time and effort is very much appreciated! The Women s Camanachd Association would like to thank all of today s sponsors for making us part of today s event. A special mention to Shirt Sponsors Mr & Mrs Miller from Loch Ness Gifts and Kit sponsor James Gallagher from JIG Groundworks whos support over the last few years has been invaluable. I am sure is going to be a great day for the sport of Shinty v Camogie and further bind the friendship we have with our Irish counterparts in bringing the two Gaelic sports together. Finally I would like to wish all the teams and players today the very best of luck in what I am sure will be a very competitive and exciting game. I am confident it will be another memorable weekend for all involved. Lisa MacColl WCA President
Dublin No Name Club 1 Eimear Brannigan Nh Uinsionn 2 Emma Loo Whitehall Colmcille 3 Elaine Gallery Portobello 4 Meggan O'Reilly Whitehall Colmcille 5 Sally O' Grady Faugh / Celtic 6 Teresa Timmons Faugh / Celtic 7 Ruth King Na Fianna 8 Grainne Ryan Na Fianna 9 Zoe Cole St Oliver Plunkett ER 10 Aishling Gibbons St Oliver Plunkett ER 11 Lizzie McSweeney St Oliver Plunkett ER 12 Blaithin Lane Cuala 13 Eleanor Moore Cuala 14 Rebecca McCabe Commercials 15 Sinead Dixon Commercials 16 Maggie McIntyre Erins Isle 17 Gillian McCluskey Erins Isle 18 Louise O' Hara Erins Isle. (Captain/Coach) 19 Aine Fanning Nh Uinsionn 20 Claire Rigney Lucan Sarsfields 21 Lynn Devoy Erins Isle 22 Elaine O'Meara Na Fianna 23 Sinead Murphy Cuala 24 Eleanor Buggy Na Fianna Management Team Manager: Player /Coach Selectors Brendan Cooper Louise O Hara Pat Martin, San Tarr
Scotland Jeanette McGregor Club Badenoch & Strathspey Age 25 Occupation Commis Chef Defender Sponsor: Natural Retreats Cairngorn Mountain This is Netty s 7th international, strong hitter of the ball, no surprise to see her venture forward for free hits and 45 s. Caitlin Maclean Club: Skye Camanachd Age: 19 Occupation: Student : Defence Sponsor: Torvaig Campsite Caitlin is a versatile member of the squad with the ability to play in defence and be very effective on the forward line. Today s match is her 4th international and along with her Skye team mates will be looking to add the Women s Camanachd Cup to her already successful season. Christy Doherty Club Glasgow Mid Argyll Age 22 Occupation Architecture Student Defence Sponsor: Rachel Evans SL A previous Scottish Uni Captain and Camanachd Cup winner, Christy pulls on a Scotland jersey for the second time. A tenacious defender who is a long hitter also. Zoe Reid Club Badenoch and Strathspey Age 19 Occupation Student, studying Sports Therapy Forward Sponsor: Neil Reid Joinery First appearance for Scotland after a strong season with her club, regularly on the scoresheet. Another with a bright future. Represented North of Scotland twice, part of the team that won Valerie Fraser Cup in 2013. Rona Stewart Club Badenoch and strathspey Age 20 Occupation Student Midfield Sponsor: Gordon s Gardening Services Achievements: second international for Rona who is a versatile player who will likely be used in a number of different roles today. Taryn Neilson Squad Number 1 Club Aberdour Shinty Club Age 20 Occupation Applied Sport and Exercise Science Student Goalkeeper Sponsor: Timbercraft Achievements: a great shot stopper and her strong hitting make Taryn a valuable member of the squad. This is her 3rd cap for her country. Lyndsay Michie Club GMA Age 24 Occupation Chef Forward Sponsor: Telford FM Facilities and Property Management GMA player of the year last season and has overcome a knee injury to be fit for her second cap. Nippy forward who has a good eye for goal. Niamh Donnelly Occupation Mental Health Occupational Therapist Age 25 Club Aberour Forward/Defender Sponsor: Anonymous 4th cap for Wicklow born Niamh, a strong family history in shinty/camogie and will be looking to impress her friends and family today. Rhianna Kirk Squad Number 19 Club Skye Camanachd Ladies Age 24 Occupation Plumber Midfield/Forward Sponsor: Eilean Donan Castle The 2016 Player of the Year in the women s game, slight build and very fit and quick around the middle of the park. Lorna MacRae Squad Number 17 Club Skye Camanachd Ladies Age 21 Occupation Gardener Forward Sponsor: McRae Logs Amazingly her 6th cap at the age of 21, Lorna is possible the most naturally gifted shinty player in the squad. Great stick control and a powerful shot make her one to look out for today. Kirsty Deans Club Badenoch & Strathspey Age 26 Occupation PE Teacher Midfield/ Forward Sponsor: Alvie Estate 9th appearance for Scotland for the self-proclaimed King of Banter, a real live wire around the dressing room and a strong physical presence on the field. Rachel McCafferty Club Glasgow Mid Argyll Age 21 Occupation Trainee pharmacist Midfield/defence Sponsor: Malones Glasgow A full blue for shinty from Strathclyde Uni, Rachel takes the field in her 8th shinty/ camogie international. Full of running and fierce in the tackle, she will be a key member of the half back line. Laura McCafferty Club Glasgow Mid Argyll Age 26yo Occupation Pharmacist PLaying Position Defence Sponsor: Malones Glasgow Just her 13th Scotland Cap today, very calm defender who s experience will be invaluable in defence today alongside sister Rachel. Kathryn Moultrie Club Aberdour Age 24yo Occupation Operations Manager Position Defence Sponsor: Decathalon Second cap for Scotland, great passion for the game and very keen to learn. A never give up attitude when it comes to tackling will be obvious today! Katy Smith Club Aberdour Age 35 Occupation Teacher Sponsor: D.J. Smith, Farmers and Fruitgrowers This match marks Katy s 12th cap for Scotland, and the third time she has captained the team. She has two Valerie Fraser Camanachd Cup winner medals, and has been voted WCA National Division 1 player of the year twice. Lucy McNulty Club GMA Occupation Police Officer Midfield Sponsor: Jinty McGinty s First full season back after a number of years out of the game. Versatile player who is strong in the tackle and likes to bomb forward. Shannon Wilson Club Fort William Age 18 Occupation Student Defence Sponsor: Jean s Driving School This is Shannon s first International after 5 previous appearances for the South, the first of which when she was 12. A bright future ahead. Laura Gallacher Club Lovat Age 22 Occupation Hotel Worker Playing position Midfield/Forward Sponsor: JIG Groundworks Achievements: 8th Cap for Galls, a family trait of being a goal scorer, hopefully evident today!
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