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U16 Boys GAA Rounders Final – Emo v Na Fianna | 5th July 2025 Preview

📣 UNDER 16 BOYS GAA ROUNDERS CHAMPIONSHIP PREVIEW

📍 Venue: Emo GAA Club, Co. Laois
📅 Date: Saturday, 5th July
📓 Format: Best of Three | 4-Inning Matches
🏆 Stakes: Two rivals. One All-Ireland title on the line.

🔴 EMO (LAOIS) – Defending Champions on Home Turf

Fresh from last year’s triumph, Emo return as the reigning U16 All-Ireland champions, and they’ll be determined to defend their crown in front of a home crowd. This team knows how to win — and how to dig deep in tight contests. Their structure, discipline, and composure under pressure make them a serious force once again.

🔥 Key Strength: Structured defence and experience in big moments.
⚾️ Expect: Smart fielding, steady scoring, and that signature Emo grit when it matters most.

🔵 NA FIANNA (DUBLIN) – Back for Revenge

Na Fianna lit up the U14 Championship earlier this year, only to lose a thriller to Emo in the final innings. Now several of those players step up an age group — still stung by that result, and more motivated than ever. With explosive hitting and fearless base running, this Dublin outfit is out to flip the script.

🔥 Key Strength: Aggressive batting and fast-paced, high-pressure play.
⚾️ Expect: Energy, edge, and a team that thrives when chasing the scoreboard.

🔥 RIVALRY RENEWED

The last time these two met, it was Emo who just shaded it in the dying moments of the U14 final. Now, on Emo’s home turf, the All-Ireland U16 title is at stake once again — and Na Fianna are back to settle the score.

🎯 Match Format

🧢 Best of 3 matches
⚾ 4 innings per game
📍 Emo GAA Club, Co. Laois
📅 Saturday, July 5th

🎽 Double Championship Day

The U16 Boys and U16 Girls All-Ireland Finals both take place on a blockbuster day of Rounders action. Don’t miss the drama, skill, and passion as Ireland’s top young talents take the field.

#GAARounders #U16Finals #EmoRounders #NaFianna

Calling All Clubs: Become a Go Games Champion and Help Shape the Future of Rounders

📣 Calling All Clubs: Become a Go Games Champion and Help Shape the Future of Rounders

At GAA Rounders, we’re on a mission — and we want you to be part of it.

Following the incredible response to our Go Games for Rounders events taking place across the country, we’re excited to announce the next big step in growing our sport. These fast-paced, inclusive sessions have already sparked huge interest — and it’s easy to see why. They’re fun, welcoming, and the perfect introduction to the magic of Rounders in a relaxed, non-competitive environment.

🚀 Launching in 2026: The Go Games for Rounders Programme

In 2026, GAA Rounders will launch a nationwide Go Games programme — our most ambitious youth development initiative yet. This programme is designed to:

🌱 Nurture young talent
🏘️ Build community connections
⚾ Bring the joy of Rounders to more children across Ireland

💪 We’re Looking for Go Games Champions

To make this vision a reality, we’re calling on GAA Rounders clubs in every county to become Go Games Champions — leaders who are passionate about youth sport, community engagement, and growing the game from the ground up.

What’s Involved?

🏟️ Host a monthly Go Games blitz in May, June, July, and August
🌍 Support a provincial Go Games event in September
🤝 Collaborate with GAA Rounders to engage local clubs and county boards
🌱 Inspire and develop the next generation of Rounders stars

What Support Will Clubs Receive?

✅ Full training and ongoing support
📣 Assistance with event planning and promotion
🧤 Equipment provided for participating clubs
❤️ A chance to grow your club and lead something truly meaningful

If more than one club in your county is interested, we encourage you to team up. Collaboration not only shares the load — it increases the reach and impact of the programme.

🌟 Why Get Involved?

This is more than just a set of events — it’s an opportunity to shape the future of Rounders in Ireland. Together, we can build a vibrant, accessible, and fun pathway into the sport for children in every county.

Whether you’re ready to sign up or just curious to learn more, we’re here to chat and guide you through the next steps — no commitment required at this stage.

🙌 Let’s Grow the Game Together

If your club is interested in becoming a Go Games Champion or would like more information, please get in touch:

📧 juvenilesecretary.rounders@gaa.ie
📧 childrensofficer.rounders@gaa.ie

Let’s work together to bring Rounders to more young players — and make 2026 a milestone year for our sport.

Senior, Intermediate & Junior: Full Previews for a Defining Weekend in the 2025 GAA Rounders Championships

🔥 Championship Weekend: Senior, Intermediate & Junior Showdowns

The 2025 GAA Rounders Championship is entering a defining stage — and this weekend could be season-shaping. With only a few games remaining, every inning matters as clubs across the Senior, Intermediate and Junior divisions battle for top-two spots and a shot at All-Ireland glory.

From unbeaten runs to must-win deciders, we’ve previewed every match, broken down recent form, and offered predictions to help you track who’s rising, who’s chasing, and who’s running out of road.

Let’s dive into what promises to be the most competitive weekend of the championship so far. 🥎

🟢 Senior Men Rounders

Sunday, 29 June 2025

🏟️ Raheen vs Cuchulainn

🕰️ 12:30pm | 🧑‍⚖️ Ref: Philip

Preview:
Two sides looking to climb off the bottom. Cuchulainn picked up a confidence-boosting win over Michael Glavey’s on June 15 (9–2) and are now on 14 points after four games. Raheen are still searching for their first win, but they at least batted five in their last outing against Carrickmacross (4–18), considering they only had seven starting – that’s quite an achievement. They’ll fancy their chances at home, but they must tighten up defensively – they’ve conceded 18 and 13 in recent matches.

Form:
• Raheen: L vs Carrickmacross, L vs Breaffy
• Cuchulainn: W vs Glavey’s, L vs Glynn Barntown, L vs Breaffy

Verdict:
Raheen to use home advantage and field their strongest team of the season and get the win.

🏟️ Glynn Barntown vs Limekiln

🕰️ 2:00pm | 🧑‍⚖️ Ref: Michael D

Preview:
This is a crunch tie for both sides. Limekiln have completed their four matches and sit on 14 points – they need results elsewhere to go their way. Glynn Barntown, on the other hand, have a game in hand and could leapfrog Limekiln on games won. They lost narrowly to Erne Eagles but bounced back well to beat Cuchulainn (11–7). Home advantage might be key.

Form:
• Glynn Barntown: L vs Erne Eagles, W vs Cuchulainn
• Limekiln: L vs Erne Eagles, W vs Cuchulainn

Verdict:
A true four-pointer – Barntown’s home pitch might just swing it.

🏟️ Michael Glavey’s vs Erne Eagles –

Cancelled

🕰️ 4:00pm | 🧑‍⚖️ Ref: Iain

Preview:
A tough task ahead for Glavey’s. They’ve been on the wrong end of some heavy defeats, including a 1–17 loss to Carrickmacross and 2–9 to Cuchulainn. Erne Eagles, unbeaten with three wins from three, are hitting form at the right time. They saw off Glynn Barntown 9–5 and dominated Limekiln 14–5. Expect them to keep the pressure on top spot.

Form:
• Michael Glavey’s: L vs Carrickmacross, L vs Cuchulainn
• Erne Eagles: W vs Limekiln, W vs Glynn Barntown

Verdict:
Erne Eagles to win comfortably and stay on course for the semi-finals.

🟢 Senior Ladies Rounders

🏟️ Raheen vs Cuchulainn
🕰️ 11:00am | 🧑‍⚖️ Ref: Philip
📅 Sunday, 29 June 2025

Preview:

Both teams come into this clash knowing that a win keeps them in the race for the knockouts, while a loss could all but end their season.
Cuchulainn have suffered two narrow defeats so far – a 15–7 loss to Glynn Barntown and a remarkable 34–30 shootout with Erne Eagles that turned into one of the highest-scoring games in the competition’s history.

Raheen have only played once and were well beaten by Breaffy (1–15), but they’ll hope home soil gives them the spark needed to kickstart their season.
They’ve shown flashes of potential, but they’ll need to contain the aggressive Cuchulainn batters, who have posted a combined 37 runs in just two matches.

Form:

Raheen: L vs Breaffy (1–15)
Cuchulainn: L vs Glynn Barntown (7–15), L vs Erne Eagles (30–34)

Verdict:

If Raheen can field a full side and get their defence working, they’ll make a contest of this. But on scoring form alone, Cuchulainn’s firepower gives them the edge – especially with playoff points at stake. Expect another high-scoring battle.

🟢 Prediction: Cuchulainn to win by 6+ runs.

🟢 Senior Mixed Rounders

Sunday, 29 June 2025

🏟️ Carrickmacross Emmets vs The Heath

🕰️ 11:00am | 🧑‍⚖️ Ref: Not confirmed

Preview:
Carrickmacross are bottom of the table after narrow losses to Limekiln and Glynn Barntown. But they’ve batted well in patches and are improving game by game. The Heath, meanwhile, have a win and a loss – including a hard-fought win over Kilmeena and a heavy loss to Breaffy last time out. This is a must-win for both teams if they want to keep semi-final hopes alive.

Form:
• Carrickmacross: L vs Glynn Barntown (5–12), L vs Limekiln (6–7)
• The Heath: W vs Kilmeena, L vs Breaffy (4–11)

Verdict:
This will be a close encounter but Carrickmacross should get their first win of the campaign by a narrow margin.

🏟️ Glynn Barntown vs Limekiln

🕰️ 3:30pm | 🧑‍⚖️ Ref: Michael D

Preview:
One of the biggest clashes of the round. Glynn Barntown are unbeaten with three wins from three and sit just one point off top. Limekiln have already played four and need this one to have a chance of finishing in the top four. Glynn’s defence has been rock solid, while Limekiln have conceded 42 in four games – they’ll need a big turnaround.

Form:
• Glynn Barntown: W vs Erne Eagles (10–6), W vs Carrickmacross (12–5), W vs Cuchulainn (22–17)
• Limekiln: L vs Erne Eagles (8–21), L vs Cuchulainn (7–8), W vs Carrickmacross (7–6), W vs Kilmeena (5–4)

Verdict:
Barntown to win and potentially go top – but they’ll be made work for it.

🏟️ Kilmeena vs Erne Eagles

🕰️ 12:00pm | 🧑‍⚖️ Ref: Jack

Preview:
Erne Eagles have found form after an opening-day loss to Glynn Barntown and have put up big scores in wins over Limekiln and The Heath. Kilmeena, by contrast, are bottom of the table with three losses from three and a -39 run difference. This could be a tough afternoon if the Eagles get going early, but don’t underestimate Kilmeena who will be well up for this home game.

Form:
• Kilmeena: L vs Breaffy (13–28), L vs Cuchulainn (0–22), L vs The Heath
• Erne Eagles: L vs Glynn Barntown (6–10), W vs Limekiln (21–8), W vs The Heath (13–4)

Verdict:
Erne Eagles to win, but it might be closer than people expect.

🟡 Intermediate Men Rounders – Week 8 Preview

Sunday, 29 June 2025

🏟️ Kilmeena vs Galway City Rapparees

🕰️ 3:00pm | 🧑‍⚖️ Ref: Jack

Preview: This could easily be this years All-Ireland final pairing, Table-toppers Kilmeena have been unstoppable so far – three wins from three and 82 runs scored in the process. They’ve already racked up big wins over St. Clare’s, Emo, and Dublin Mets, with a +53 run difference and 15 points to show for it.

The Galway City Rapparees are a much tougher test, though. They ran Emo close (25–26) when they were severely under strength and hammered Dublin Mets (20–6). A win here would put them firmly in the conversation for top spot.

Form:
• Kilmeena: W vs Dublin (30–8), W vs St Clare’s (22–15), W vs Emo (30–6)
• Rapparees: W vs Dublin (20–6), L vs Emo (25–26)

Verdict:
Kilmeena are favourites, but this is their biggest test yet. Expect a high-scoring thriller – edge to Kilmeena by a couple of runs.

🏟️ St. Clare’s vs Dublin Metropolitans

🕰️ 10:30am | 🧑‍⚖️ Ref: Iain

Preview:
Dublin Metropolitans have been wildly inconsistent – they stunned Emo in Round 1 but were hammered by Kilmeena and outclassed by the Rapparees. A lot of their performance depends on how well their bowler settles early in the game.

St. Clare’s have only played once so far – a spirited loss to Kilmeena (15–22) – and will be eager to make a statement at home. If they can avoid early errors, they’re more than capable of controlling this game.

Form:
• St. Clare’s: L vs Kilmeena (15–22)
• Dublin: W vs Emo (19–14), L vs Rapparees (6–20), L vs Kilmeena (8–30)

Verdict:
St. Clare’s should take this one. Dublin Met’s chances will hinge on their bowler’s control and rhythm, but the hosts look more settled.

🟡 Intermediate Ladies Rounders – Week 8 Preview

Sunday, 29 June 2025

🏟️ Carrickmacross Emmets vs The Heath

🕰️ 1:00pm | 🧑‍⚖️ Ref: Not confirmed

Preview:
Carrickmacross are the standout team in the group – five wins from five, 89 runs scored, and already qualified. But don’t expect them to ease off. They’re a well-balanced side, and they’ll want to maintain momentum heading into the knockout stages.

The Heath, though, have been quietly impressive – two wins from two, including a 27–25 thriller against Kilmeena. If they pull off another upset here, they’ll announce themselves as serious contenders.

Verdict:
Carrick look too strong – but The Heath will push them all the way.

🏟️ Kilmeena vs Galway City Rapparees

🕰️ 1:30pm | 🧑‍⚖️ Ref: Jack

Preview:
Kilmeena need the win to keep their top-four hopes alive. They’ve posted massive scores this season – 95 runs in total – but they’ve also leaked 76, including heavy losses to The Heath and Carrickmacross. Galway City Rapparees, meanwhile, are out of form but not out of fight. They’ve been boosted by the return of some key players this week and could be a very different proposition.

Verdict:
Kilmeena should take it – but Galway could snatch an unlikely win if their returning players click.

🏟️ Emo vs Michael Glavey’s

🕰️ 11:00am | 🧑‍⚖️ Ref: PJ

Preview:
This one is vital for both. Glavey’s are in the top four on 16 points, but with Carrickmacross and Kilmeena already ahead, they need to win to stay in the mix. Emo are just two points behind and have been wildly unpredictable – beaten heavily by Carrickmacross but competitive in others. This will come down to who makes fewer errors in the early innings but Emo are a completely different team at home and should have enough fire power.

Verdict:
If this game was in Michael Glavey’s, you would fancy them to win, but Emo are a different team at home and should just about edge it.

🟡 Intermediate Mixed

Sunday, 29 June 2025

🏟️ St. Clare’s vs Athenry

🕰️ 12:00pm | 🧑‍⚖️ Ref: Iain

Preview:
With only the top two in the group qualifying for the semi-finals, this clash carries huge weight. Both sides have ground to make up — and defeat here could all but end a team’s season.

St. Clare’s looked strong early on, edging out Michael Glavey’s, but had a heavy defeat against Erne Eagles despite how close it looked on the scoreboard 22–20. They’re consistent and well-structured, with a balanced attack and a sharp infield.

Athenry, despite sitting on two losses, have shown real grit. They came within two runs of beating Michael Glavey’s (15–13) and have improved defensively since their earlier loss to Galway City Rapparees. They’ll know a win puts them right back in the mix — but a loss likely ends their hopes and puts them in relegation danger.

Verdict: St. Clare’s have the edge on form and structure, but Athenry won’t go quietly. Clare’s to take it — just.

🟡 Group D – Junior Ladies Championship

Leighlinbridge have secured a top two in the group and will qualify for the knockout stages if they turn up on Sunday. A win over Kilaneran earlier in the group shows they can mix it with anyone, but falling short against Castletown Liam Mellows means they’re still learning. The big result was their 34–8 demolition of Ferns which gives them hope in the run rate department.

Castletown Liam Mellows are already safely through after three impressive wins, including that 10-run victory over Leighlinbridge. Kilaneran sit level on points but are finished their games, and having lost to Leighlinbridge and drawn with Glynn Barntown, they may get edged out on head-to-head or run rate.

This is Glynn Barntown third ladies team, which in itself is a phenomenal achievement. They’ll finish out their campaign against Leighlinbridge – and while silverware might not be on the cards, the Wexford outfit have already won in numbers. Leighlinbridge may not lift the trophy this year – but when it comes to social media presence, they’re head and shoulders above the rest.

🔮 Qualification:

Castletown Liam Mellows – Qualified ✅
Leighlinbridge – Qualifed for quarter-final if they turn up on Sunday. ✅

John West GAA Rounders Féile 2025: Emo Shine but St Martins Have the Final Say

🟢 John West GAA Rounders Féile 2025: Emo Shine but St Martins Have the Final Say

The John West GAA Rounders Féile 2025 delivered yet another spectacular weekend of underage Rounders. Across Girls, Boys, and Mixed competitions, we saw elite skill, high drama, and rising stars on show — with Emo claiming two titles and St Martins spoiling the treble with a dramatic Mixed final win.

👧 Girls Féile: Emo Hold Firm as Glynn Barntown Light Up the Group Stage

There was no easing into this year’s Féile. Athenry, Glynn Barntown and Emo pushed each other all the way in a round-robin full of intensity and heart.

The standout clash saw Glynn Barntown come from behind to force a third innings against Athenry in one of the games of the weekend.

In the final, Emo and Athenry went toe to toe, with a brief rain delay adding extra tension. Emo returned sharper — finding gaps with the bat and producing some brilliant outfield catches to seal victory.

🏆 Winners: Emo
🥈 Runners-Up: Athenry
🥉 Third Place: Glynn Barntown

👦 Boys Féile: A Showcase of Pitching and Composure

The Boys’ competition featured Glynn Barntown, Emo and St Martins, with pitching of the highest order throughout.

Hugo Dempsey of Glynn Barntown impressed, adapting seamlessly to the 10m distance. Despite their efforts, it was Emo and St Martins who reached the final.

The final was fast and fiercely contested, with both teams defending superbly. Emo edged it 3–2 to claim their second title of the day.

🏆 Winners: Emo
🥈 Runners-Up: St Martins
🥉 Third Place: Glynn Barntown

⚫ Mixed Féile: One Last Twist as St Martins Strike Late

With two titles already secured, Emo were chasing a treble. But St Martins delivered a final twist in an unforgettable decider.

Both pitchers starred, the Emo bowler with precision, the St Martins pitcher with power. With the scores tied in the final innings, Emo’s final run was cut short by a missed base.

In the bottom of the inning, St Martins worked a runner around smartly. A clean hit followed by aggressive base running brought him home — a walk-off win and Mixed Féile glory for St Martins.

🏆 Winners: St Martins
🥈 Runners-Up: Emo
🥉 Third Place: Glynn Barntown

🔚 Final Word

Emo finish with two titles and a runners-up spot, underlining their depth and skill across all three competitions. Bowlers Jack Slevin and Lily Horgan and both were outstanding for Emo. St Martins showed their class and resilience when it mattered most, while Glynn Barntown were competitive in every grade and hugely unlucky not to take home a trophy and Athenry were full of skill.

This was a Féile that had everything: skill, spirit, and standout performances. The future of GAA Rounders looks very bright indeed.

Three-in-a-Row? Athenry and Emo Set Sights on Féile Hat-Trick

🏆 Three-in-a-Row? Athenry and Emo Set Sights on Féile Hat-Trick 💫

This Sunday, June 22nd, the spotlight falls on Halo Tiles Centre of Excellence, Wexford as the John West National Féile will take over the town — and it’s GAA Rounders’ time to shine on Sunday.

Three exciting U15 competitions — Girls, Boys, and Mixed — will be contested on the day, with each group playing in a Round Robin format followed by a final. Matches are scheduled for three innings or one hour, whichever comes first.

Pitch allocations:

Pitch 1 – Girls
Pitch 2 – Mixed
Pitch 3 – Boys

👧 U15 Girls Féile – Pitch 1

Time	Fixture
10:00	Glynn Barntown vs Íoma
11:00	Athenry vs Íoma
12:00	Athenry vs Glynn Barntown
13:00	Final

Athenry are going for a sensational third straight Féile title after lifting the cup in both 2023 and 2024. Can anyone stop their run?

👦 U15 Boys Féile – Pitch 3

Time	Fixture
11:00	Glynn Barntown vs St. Martin’s
13:00	Emo vs Glynn Barntown
15:00	Emo vs St. Martin’s
16:00	Final

Emo are also seeking a Féile three-in-a-row, having topped the Boys competition in both of the last two years. Will their experience edge it again in Wexford?

👨‍👩‍👧 U15 Mixed Féile – Pitch 2

Time	Fixture
10:00	Glynn Barntown vs St. Martin’s
12:00	Íoma vs St. Martin’s
14:00	Glynn Barntown vs Íoma
15:00	Final

The U15 Mixed Féile is making its debut this year, with Glynn Barntown, Íoma and St. Martin’s all bidding to become the first-ever Mixed champions in Féile history.

📌 Highlights to Watch

12:00 – Athenry vs Glynn Barntown (Pitch 1): Might decide who reaches the final in the Girls group.
13:00 – Emo vs Glynn Barntown (Pitch 3): Clash of experience versus ambition in the Boys bracket.
14:00 – Glynn Barntown vs Íoma (Pitch 2): Potential decider for a place in the Mixed final.

Best of luck to all teams taking part on Sunday at the Halo Tiles Centre of Excellence. Can Athenry and Emo make it three-in-a-row? Or are we about to witness new names added to Féile folklore? 🏅

U16 GAA Rounders All-Ireland Championship 2025 – Emo GAA, Laois

🏆 U16 GAA Rounders All-Ireland Championship Set for Emo GAA

📍 Venue: Emo GAA, County Laois
📅 Date: Saturday, 5th July 2025
🏆 Categories: U16 Boys & U16 Girls Championships

Emo GAA Grounds will be the centre of Irish underage rounders this July as it hosts the eagerly awaited U16 All-Ireland Championship.
The event will feature the best of Ireland’s rising stars in both the U16 Girls and U16 Boys competitions.

With teams travelling from across the country to compete for national titles, this promises to be one of the most exciting youth events of the GAA Rounders season. The standard of play continues to rise each year, and 2025 is expected to showcase some of the best young talents the sport has to offer.

Organisers are encouraging supporters, families, and rounders fans to come along and enjoy what is sure to be a thrilling day of action, teamwork, and sporting pride.

“The Under 16 Championship is a key part of our development pathway. It’s brilliant to see so many clubs nurturing their future stars.”

🎟 Entry: Free for all supporters. Everyone is welcome to attend and cheer on the next generation of GAA Rounders athletes.

Junior Men’s Rounders Championship: Home Form Crucial as Knockout Places Loom

Junior Men’s Championship Review & Predictions

🟢 Group A

Galway City Rapparees could still emerge from Group A, with two crucial home games against Kilmore and St Senans to come on 6th July. Backed by home support and improving with every outing, the Rapparees are still in with a real chance of finishing in the top two.

Kilmore are in pole position and remain unbeaten. Their clash with St Senans will likely decide who secures a semi-final berth. Kilmore’s run rate and efficiency have stood out, and they should top the group.

St Senans have shown plenty of promise and will be a force in future seasons, but they may fall just short this time unless they can pull off a big result away from home against the Rapparees or Kilmore.

Na Piarsaigh and Sporting Limerick have both delivered spirited campaigns and good scoring form, but with games played against weaker opposition, they may struggle to keep pace in the final standings.

🔵 Group B

Myshall’s narrow win over Carrickmacross Emmets was possibly the most telling result of the group stage. It puts them firmly on course to qualify for the semi-finals, but they’ll need to rediscover their scoring touch if they hope to go further in Galway this August.

Inniskeen Grattans are also well-placed, with two wins from three. They’ll need to tidy up defensively, but remain strong contenders. Gusserane and Sean Connolly’s have both been competitive in spells, but the gap to the top two now looks insurmountable.

Carrickmacross Emmets still have a mathematical chance, but the loss to Myshall means qualification is now out of their hands.

🔮 Predicted Semi-Finalists

Group A: Kilmore, Galway City Rapparees
Group B: Myshall, Inniskeen Grattans

Intermediate Men Standings: Kilmeena & Rapparees Face Off in Top Spot Showdown

🔵 Intermediate Men – Standings & Top Four Battle

As we head into the final rounds of the Intermediate Men’s Championship, all eyes are on Kilmeena and Galway City Rapparees, who are on a collision course in what could be the group decider. Both sides have impressed so far — Kilmeena remain unbeaten, while Galway likely to bounce back strongly after their narrow loss to Emo when they were playing with an under strength team.

Pos	Team	P	W	L	RF	RA	Points
1️⃣	Kilmeena	3	3	0	82	29	15
2️⃣	Galway City Rapparees	2	1	1	45	32	8
3️⃣	Emo	3	1	2	46	74	11
4️⃣	Dublin Metropolitans	3	1	2	33	64	11
5️⃣	St Clares	1	0	1	15	22	3

🔮 Predicted Top Four

1st – Galway City Rapparees / Kilmeena A massive clash awaits on June 29th. Both teams have been dominant, and whoever wins this may well top the group. If it ends in a draw, Kilmeena will retain first on points. This one is simply too tight to call. 3rd – Emo Should seal qualification with a win over St Clares. Run rate may dictate their final place. They have lost to Mets so they can’t end up level with them. 4th – St Clares/Dublin Mets St Clare’s have a path to the top four. Their tie with Dublin Metropolitans will be crucial. A win there will decide who claims the final semi-final spot.

📅 Key Fixtures Remaining

29 June – Kilmeena vs Galway City Rapparees
29 June – St Clares vs Dublin Metropolitans
13 July – Emo vs St Clares
20 July – Galway City Rapparees vs St Clares

It’s all still to play for in the Intermediate Men’s Championship, with five teams battling for four semi-final places. Expect fireworks in the coming weeks!

Carrick, Erne and Breaffy Pull Clear – Senior Men’s Rounders Top Four Prediction

🟢 Senior Men – Week 4 Championship Review

🔥 Weekend Recap

Round 4 in the Senior Men’s Rounders Championship delivered pivotal results that reshaped the top-four race.

Carrickmacross Emmets continued their unbeaten charge with an emphatic 18–4 win over Raheen. The Monaghan side were ruthless with the bat and clinical in the field, showing why they’re favourites for another semi-final appearance.

Erne Eagles underlined their championship credentials by comfortably dispatching Limekiln 14–5. It was a hammer blow to the Dublin side’s momentum, but Limekiln can still make the top four with a easier run-in ahead.

Meanwhile, Cuchulainn secured a much-needed 9–2 victory over Michael Glaveys. The result gives them a lifeline, but with tougher fixtures to come, they’ll likely need to win out – and even then, run rate could be the deciding factor.

📊 Current Table (After Round 4)

Pos	Team	P	W	L	PF	PA	RR	Pts
1️⃣	Carrickmacross Emmets	4	4	0	65	15	2.7	20
2️⃣	Erne Eagles	3	3	0	45	10	2.8	15
3️⃣	Breaffy	3	3	0	65	24	4.3	15
4️⃣	Limekiln	4	1	3	52	20	-1.2	14
5️⃣	Cuchulainn	4	1	3	43	20	-1.6	14
6️⃣	Glynn Barntown	3	1	2	31	14	-0.8	11
7️⃣	Michael Glaveys	3	0	3	9	57	-4.2	9
8️⃣	Raheen	2	0	2	11	31	-2.0	6

🔮 Top Four Prediction (Based on Fixtures + Form)

Erne Eagles – Reigning champions. Expected to go unbeaten.
Carrickmacross Emmets – Likely to drop only one game (to Erne).
Breaffy – Quality side with two tough games remaining. Projected 5–2.
Limekiln – Easier run-in. Could win final 3 games and sneak 4th place

🏁 Projected Final Standings

Pos	Team	Record	Pts
1️⃣	Erne Eagles	7–0	35
2️⃣	Carrickmacross Emmets	6–1	33
3️⃣	Breaffy	5–2	31
4️⃣	Limekiln	4–3	29
5️⃣	Cuchulainn	3–4	27
6️⃣	Glynn Barntown	2–5	25
7️⃣	Michael Glaveys	1–6	23
8️⃣	Raheen	0–7	21

Final standings based on likely results and current form.

Championship Heat: Full Rounders Weekend Preview – Senior, Intermediate & Junior Grades

🔵 Senior Mixed Previews – 15 June 2025

The Heath vs Breaffy – 1pm @ The Heath

Breaffy are flying high with two wins from two and a massive scoring record—35 scored and only 18 conceded. They edged a tight one against Limekiln and then dismantled Kilmeena 28–13.
The Heath impressed with a comeback win over Kilmeena in their opener but haven’t played since. Sitting on 5 points, this is a huge test of their credentials against one of the championship favourites.

Key Battle: The Heath’s infield structure vs Breaffy’s explosive running game.

Prediction:
Breaffy to win by 4–6 runs. Their momentum and firepower may be too much for a rested but untested Heath.

Kilmeena vs Cuchulainn – 3:30pm @ Clann na nGael

Kilmeena have had a rough start, losing heavily to Breaffy and just falling short to The Heath. Their run rate sits at –2.2 and defensively they’ve been too open.
Cuchulainn, the Carlow-based outfit, rebounded from a tough opening loss to Erne Eagles with dramatic one-run victory over Limekiln. They’ve scored 37 but conceded 52—so high risk, high reward.

Key Battle: Kilmeena’s outfield coverage vs Cuchulainn’s ability to find gaps and pile pressure.

Prediction:
Cuchulainn to edge it by 2. Expect drama and a few errors both ways—but the Carlow side has shown more grit in close games.

Erne Eagles vs Limekiln – 1:30pm @ Mullahoran

Erne Eagles burst onto the scene with a commanding win over Cuchulainn but have since slipped to a defeat against Glynn Barntown. A loss here puts them in a real dogfight for a top-four place.
Limekiln have had little luck—beaten 7–5 by Breaffy and 8–7 by Cuchulainn in games they could have won. One more defeat and qualification hopes could fade fast.

Key Battle: Erne’s power hitting vs Limekiln’s efficient base control.

Prediction:
Limekiln to win by 1. This time, they finally get over the line.

🔵 Senior Men Previews

Erne Eagles vs Limekiln – 12:00pm @ Mullahoran

Erne Eagles come into this clash with two wins from two and an impressive run rate of 3.4. Their latest victory, a gritty 9–5 away win at Glynn Barntown, showed composure and defensive strength. Their confidence is high.
Limekiln sit mid-table after a bruising 15–6 loss to Carrickmacross and a 25–8 bounce-back win over Cuchulainn. They’ve shown they can score but are vulnerable when pressure builds early.

Key Battle: Erne’s home infield vs Limekiln’s running game and base aggression.

Prediction:
Erne Eagles to win by 3–5 runs. Home form and consistency should keep them unbeaten.

Carrickmacross Emmets vs Raheen – 1:00pm @ Ballinagore

Carrickmacross are top of the table and flying. Three wins from three, including a 17–1 demolition of Michael Glavey’s, have them joint-top with Breaffy but ahead on run rate. Their fielding has been elite, conceding just 20 runs across three games.
Raheen, by contrast, sit bottom of the table. One match, one loss—13–7 to Breaffy—and a run rate of –1.2 suggests a big gap in quality. They’ll need a massive defensive effort to keep this close.

Key Battle: Can Raheen contain Carrick’s aggressive fast-pace approach?

Prediction:
Carrickmacross to win comfortably by 10+ runs. Expect this to be one-sided unless Raheen pull out something extraordinary.

Michael Glavey’s vs Cuchulainn – 2:00pm @ Clann na nGael

This one has the feel of a relegation battle. Glavey’s have lost both games by heavy margins—most recently 17–1 against Carrickmacross. Their run rate is a grim –6.2.
Cuchulainn, meanwhile, are also winless after three, having managed just 9 runs while conceding 41. Their most recent outing was a comprehensive 8–2 loss to Limekiln. Both teams are desperate to kick-start their season.

Key Battle: Cuchulainn’s base discipline vs Glavey’s infield. Whichever team makes fewer mistakes likely wins.

Prediction:
Michael Glavey’s to sneak it by 1. A scrappy, tense affair—but Glavey’s may just edge it.

🟣 Intermediate Ladies Preview – 15 June 2025

Galway City Rapparees vs Carrickmacross Emmets – 11:30am @ Ballinagore

Galway City Rapparees have only played twice so far this season. They were beaten 30–13 away to Emo, but showed big improvement in their second game, running Glynn Barntown close before falling 17-13. Still settling into Intermediate grade, they’ll be targeting a strong performance here as they try to stay in the qualification picture.

Carrickmacross Emmets are the benchmark team so far — 4 wins from 4, top of the table with a healthy run rate of 1.9. They’ve beaten Kilmeena, Emo, St Clares and Michael Glaveys and have looked sharp across the board. A win here would all but secure a semi-final place.

Key Battle: Galway’s improving vs Carrickmacross’s deep batting order. Can Galway keep it tight early?

Prediction:
Carrickmacross to win by 8–10 runs. Galway are on the rise, but Carrick are just too polished right now.

🟣 Junior Ladies Previews – 15 June 2025

11:00am – Inniskeen Grattans vs Naomh Trea (Inniskeen)

Inniskeen got off the mark after a 13–6 win over Carrickmacross but suffered a surprising narrow 11–10 loss to Drumhowan Geraldines last Sunday. They’re still in the top-four race in Group A. Naomh Trea, meanwhile, have had two walkovers games but are still searching for their first on-field win. Their scoring and defensive ability remain a mystery.

Prediction:
Inniskeen by 8+. Too much firepower and match sharpness.

12:00pm – Carrickmacross Emmets vs Skryne (Carrickmacross)

Carrickmacross are 2nd in Group A with 13 points from three games and a positive run rate. Their only loss came against Innishkeen. Skryne have just one match played so far — a 17–12 loss to Sean Connolly’s — and are fighting from the back foot, but they have had a break and could perform better.

Prediction:
Carrickmacross to win by 6–10. Skryne need a major turnaround to stay alive in the group but don’t be surprised to see a shock result.

12:00pm – Gusserane vs Dublin Metropolitans (Gusserane)

Gusserane are coming off 30–6 defeats to St Martins. Dublin Metropolitans, meanwhile, beat Myshall 21–13 and Naomh Éanna 24–6. Huge match for quarter-final implications.

Prediction:
Dublin Metropolitans by 20. Gusserane’s defence is leaking too many.

1:00pm – Sean Connolly’s vs Clonguish (Sean Connolly’s)

Sean Connolly’s have rebounded well since losing to Drumhowan, with wins over Skryne. Clonguish sit bottom of Group A after heavy losse to group leaders Drumhowan.

Prediction:
Sean Connolly’s by double digits. Clonguish may need more time to settle in championship mode.

1:45pm – St Kieran’s vs Elphin (Galway)

In Group B, St Kieran’s are looking solid. A 23–6 win over Knockainey and a thrilling 13–13 draw with Sporting Limerick show they’re balanced in attack and defence. Elphin have played one and won one, having conceded only 8 against Kildimo. This really is must win for both sides with the winner leaving themselves in a great position to reach the quarter-finals

Prediction:
St Kieran’s to win by 5. They may have too much firepower for Elphin but the game could go either way.

3:00pm – Skryne vs Naomh Trea (Inniskeen)

Both teams are playing to stay alive in the group in this second fixture of the day. With Skryne already facing Carrickmacross earlier and Naomh Trea playing Inniskeen in the morning, this will test depth and stamina. Expect some rotation.

Prediction:
Skryne by 3. A close battle, but Skryne’s match sharpness might tell.

3:00pm – Sporting Limerick vs Kilmore (Na Piarsaigh)

Sporting Limerick are well placed after a win over Kildimo and a thrilling draw with St Kieran’s. Kilmore, however, are still to play their first Junior Ladies match, leaving their form totally unknown. The double-header for Kilmore makes this a tough ask first up.

Prediction:
Sporting Limerick by 7–9. Experience and rhythm should be enough.

6:00pm – Kildimo Pallaskenry vs Kilmore (Na Piarsaigh)

Second match of the day for Kilmore. Kildimo are top of Group B with one win from three. They’ve posted 27 runs and conceded 27, with a tight loss against Elphin and a solid 13–4 victory over Knockainey. If Kilmore come off a victory earlier expect them to win again here. Coming off a loss may change things

Prediction:
Kilmore by 10+. Kilmore will be hoping for a deep run the championship.

🟢 Junior Men

11:00am – Sporting Limerick vs Kilmore (Na Piarsaigh)

It’s a must-win for both: Sporting Limerick and Kilmore both won their opening games and in one of the most competitive grades a loss will really dent semi-final prospects. Sporting Limerick had a surprise win over Rapparees while Kilmore had an easy win over Elphin. It’s gonna be close but I don’t think home advantage will be enough for Sporting Limerick. Kilmore will be hoping for an All-Ireland semi place come the end of the group stages.

Prediction: Kilmore by 9 runs.

11:00am – Sean Connolly’s vs Myshall (Sean Connolly’s)

Sean Connolly’s have one game and one loss with Myshall having managed a huge win over Innishkeen, Connolly’s conceded 31 in their opener and unless they have players added to the squad it could be a tough day at the base. Expect the home team to battle but Myshall to win.

Prediction: Myshall by 3.

3:45pm – Galway City Rapparees vs Elphin (Galway)

Galway City Rapparees have only played once so far and need a win to get their campaign moving. Elphin are unpredictable and havent managed a win from their three. With home support behind them, the Rapparees will be hoping to find their stride.

Prediction: Galway City Rapparees to win by 4 runs.

4:00pm – Carrickmacross Emmets vs Myshall (Carrickmacross)

Carrickmacross need to win this to stay in the hunt. Myshall might catch them on the hop, but Emmets are likely to have enough to get over the line if they keep their focus.

Prediction: Carrickmacross to win by 2.

4:30pm – Na Piarsaigh vs Kilmore (Na Piarsaigh)

Na Piarsaigh have started well and are unbeaten so far. Kilmore look one of the tops seeds in Junior men’s. Na Piarsaigh home advantage and their experience of playing at a higher grade for the past few seasons could make this one of the games of the day.

Prediction: Draw

🟢 Junior Mixed

1:00pm – Inniskeen vs Naomh Trea (Inniskeen)

Preview:
Little recent form to go on for either side at Junior Mixed level, with Inniskeen only just getting started and Naomh Trea struggling for consistency in their results. Naomh Trea have shipped a heavy defeat to Carrickmacross Emmets (34-17), so there are question marks over their defence. Inniskeen at home should be fancied to shade this, if only just.

Prediction: Inniskeen by 4

1:00pm – Sporting Limerick vs Kilmore (Na Piarsaigh)

Preview:
Sporting Limerick have found life tough, coming off a heavy defeat to Galway City Rapparees (6-31). Kilmore’s results show they can compete in close games, including a win over Elphin (14-11). With Kilmore showing a better scoring touch and Limerick still settling, expect the away side to edge it.

Prediction: Kilmore by 7

2:00pm – Gusserane vs Dublin Metropolitans (Gusserane)

Preview:
Dublin Metropolitans have two wins from two, sitting top of Group C, and have only conceded 15 runs in those matches. Gusserane haven’t featured as often but do have a win to their name. With Dublin Metropolitans showing strong defence and momentum, they are big favourites here.

Prediction: Dublin Metropolitans by 9

2:30pm – Ballinagore vs Garrymore (Ballinagore)

Preview:
Ballinagore are the form team in Group D, four from four, huge scoring difference (+81 for, 39 against). Garrymore, by contrast, have struggled for both wins and scoring. Ballinagore’s consistency and attacking threat should see them win comfortably at home.

Prediction: Ballinagore by 16

5:45pm – Galway City Rapparees vs Elphin (Galway)

Preview:
Galway City Rapparees are unbeaten and Elphin have found it tough, with a heavy recent loss to Na Piarsaigh (33-7). Galway’s superior scoring and home advantage make them clear favourites.

Prediction: Galway City Rapparees by 8

7:00pm – Mayo Gaels vs Kilmeena (Mayo Gaels)

Preview:
A local derby with both teams at the wrong end of the table. Mayo Gaels have lost all three, conceding 103 runs, while Kilmeena’s only wins have come against the weaker sides, with a very negative run rate (-0.2). Kilmeena are more likely to scrape it, but don’t expect a classic.

Prediction: Kilmeena by 3

7:30pm – Na Piarsaigh vs Kilmore (Na Piarsaigh)

Preview:
Na Piarsaigh are coming off a huge win over Elphin, and Kilmore have a long day of games, Na Piarsaigh should have too much and continue their good run.

Prediction: Na Piarsaigh by 4