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GAA Rounders Preview 19 April 2026: Senior and Intermediate Championship Opener

GAA Rounders Championship Preview

GAA Rounders Preview: 19 April 2026

The wait is nearly over as the 2026 All-Ireland Championship season gets underway with Senior and Intermediate action across Ballon, Galway, Wexford and Kilmore

The date we have all been waiting for is nearly here and the familiar question of “what will we do on Sunday?” won’t be an issue for the next 22 weeks, because the GAA Rounders All-Ireland Championship season is back!

Last season, the Friday Preview & Predictions article became a weekly talking point, so it returns for 2026. There is a new writer this year, remaining anonymous for what can only be described as “personal safety” reasons, along with a slightly different style of analysis and fewer statistics. The goal, however, remains exactly the same: to start conversations, spark debate and, ideally, give readers every chance to prove the previewer wrong.

Senior Championship Preview

Ballon and Galway host the opening Senior fixtures of the 2026 season, with heavyweight clashes, returning stars and one major milestone for Galway City Rapparees

Ballon hosts a blockbuster opening day

This Sunday, 19 April, the honour of pitching the first ball of the 2026 Senior season will go to either Irene Scanlon of Cavan’s Erne Eagles or Cúchulainn of Carlow’s as yet unrevealed pitcher when their women’s championship clash gets underway in Ballon at 12pm.

Both clubs reached the semi-finals of the 2025 Championship, so there is plenty on the line from the outset. With multiple All-Star winners and nominees from 2025 and previous seasons taking to the pitch for both teams, this promises to be an excellent curtain-raiser. The blend of youth and experience across both squads should produce skilful batting, composed fielding and no shortage of big moments.

At 1.30pm, the focus shifts to the Senior Mixed contest. As 2025 All-Ireland runners-up, Erne Eagles will be determined to show that they remain genuine title contenders in 2026. Cúchulainn, meanwhile, will be equally eager to prove that they can go one step further this year and reach the final themselves. Erne Eagles’ Senior Mixed panel has already thrown up a few surprises, so there will be keen interest in the side that eventually takes the field.

The final game in Ballon at 3pm sees the Men’s teams go head to head. Erne Eagles were also Men’s All-Ireland runners-up in 2025 and recent form suggests they may start as favourites, but underestimating the Carlow side on home soil would be a mistake. Rumour has it that Darryl Dolan is ready to return following his 2025 injury, which would be a significant boost for the visitors. With experienced figures on both sides, including Ard Chomhairle member and Cúchulainn pitcher Peadar Waters, this one has all the ingredients of a tense and closely fought battle.

Referee: Emo stalwart Michael Slevin will take charge of all three games.

Ballon Predictions

Women: Cúchulainn
Mixed: Erne Eagles
Men: Erne Eagles

Galway City Rapparees step into the big time

Ryan Dennis – Galway Rapparees

There is early action in Galway too, with two Senior fixtures down for decision on the grounds of Coláiste Muire Máthair from 1pm. Dublin legends Limekiln travel west to face Mayo’s Kilmeena in Senior Mixed before taking on the newly promoted Galway City Rapparees in Senior Men.

After a difficult 2025 campaign, Limekiln have regrouped, brought in transferred players and assembled a bigger squad. They now look ready to remind everyone why they have been Rounders royalty for more than 20 years. Kilmeena, meanwhile, finished last season strongly after a slow start in Senior Mixed, so they will be determined to hit the ground running this time around.

This looks like a game that could be quick, sharp and highly competitive. Both pitchers will be desperate to give away as little as possible. Limekiln’s outfield will want to stay watertight, while Kilmeena will be eager to contain multi-position stars such as Ciarán Weldon both at bat and in the field. There may also be a few familiar faces in unfamiliar colours, with some players last seen in Kevin’s blue and white now sporting Limekiln jerseys.

At 2.45pm, Galway City Rapparees enter uncharted territory as they play their first ever Senior match. For a club whose men’s team won the Junior Day Blitz in 2021, this has been a remarkable rise. Sunday’s fixture already feels like a milestone moment and it has the makings of a hugely entertaining Senior debut.

Pitching should be fascinating, with the contrasting styles of Ryan Dennis and Chris Hughes presenting very different challenges for batters. Galway have runners and hitters capable of hurting any side and there will be plenty wondering whether Cathal Creaven might produce his first Senior home run. Limekiln’s challenge will be to shut down that running threat, while the Rapparees must stay calm and avoid being overawed by a side with an extraordinary haul of titles and All-Stars across the past two decades.

Referee: Seán Bailey of Michael Glavey’s will be behind the catcher for both Galway fixtures.

Galway Predictions

Mixed: Limekiln
Men: Galway City Rapparees

Intermediate Championship Preview

The Intermediate campaign also begins on Sunday, with Dublin Metropolitans on the road in both Men’s and Women’s action

Kilmore ready for Intermediate test

Aidan Carr – Kilmore

The Intermediate Championship begins with an early start on the road for Dublin Metropolitans, whose men travel to Roscommon to face local favourites Kilmore, last year’s Junior Men’s All-Ireland runners-up.

With a full year of Intermediate experience behind them, Dublin Mets may look like favourites on paper. Even so, Kilmore should not be underestimated. Both teams bring quality players into this opener. The Mets can call on the Carley brothers, Jack Cheyne and Leonard Looney, all selected for the Leinster Interprovincials side. Kilmore, meanwhile, are represented by Aidan Carr, Breian Carroll, Mark Harrington and James Jamieson, who fill four of the five Junior spots on the Connacht Interprovincial panel.

Nerves are inevitable for Kilmore in their first Intermediate game following promotion, but home advantage should help settle them. With first pitch at 11am, this has the feel of one of the most interesting games of the opening weekend.

Referee: Breaffy star and Ard Chomhairle Development Officer Mark Jennings

Prediction: Kilmore to settle early and take the win

Castletown Liam Mellows host key Women’s opener

Also throwing in at 1pm is the first Intermediate Women’s game of 2026, as Dublin Metropolitans head to the picturesque Castletown Liam Mellows pitch in Wexford to face the 2023 All-Ireland Junior Ladies finalists.

Both teams are newly promoted to Intermediate and both will be eager to make an immediate statement in their new grade. With talented and capable players on each side, this could be one of the tightest contests of the weekend and may come down to who handles the occasion best.

Referee: GAA Rounders Leinster Representative, PJ Lalor of Myshall

Prediction: Dublin Mets to just edge it

A season worth following begins again

Although soggy pitches and poor weather have threatened to derail the opening week of Championship action, the seven matches that are set to go ahead should still provide more than enough excitement and drama to whet the appetite for what promises to be another thrilling GAA Rounders season.

If you are near Ballon, Castletown, Galway or Kilmore, this is a weekend well worth supporting in person. For those who cannot make it, results will be uploaded to the website and social media channels as soon as they come in.

As always, thanks go to the players, coaches, managers and club secretaries who keep the show on the road and make sure these matches take place. Thanks too to our referees for officiating, and míle buíochas to everyone who supports our game.

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GAA Rounders Fixtures 2026 Confirmed | Full Championship Schedule & Teams

Fixtures confirmed for 2026 championship season

GAA Rounders is pleased to confirm that the fixtures for the 2026 All-Ireland Championships across Senior, Intermediate and Junior grades have now been finalised and circulated to clubs nationwide.

The 2026 season represents the largest championship programme to date, with clubs from across the country set to compete in Men’s, Women’s and Mixed competitions. The schedule runs from April through to September and provides a clear national pathway from league stages to quarter-finals, semi-finals and All-Ireland Finals.

At Senior level, each championship will be played on a single-league basis, with the top four teams progressing to the semi-finals. In Intermediate, the Men’s competition will follow a full-league structure, while the Women’s and Mixed Championships will be played across two groups. Junior competitions will again feature a broader group structure to reflect strong entry numbers and continued growth throughout the country.

Official season structure: league stages will run through spring and summer, with knockout fixtures scheduled from late July onwards before the All-Ireland Finals in late August and September.

A championship season packed with quality and depth

There are strong storylines at every grade heading into the new season. In Senior Women, Breaffy will bid for an outstanding five-in-a-row, while the Mayo club will also be chasing a Senior Mixed three-in-a-row. The Senior Men’s Championship, meanwhile, looks one of the most competitive in years, with genuine strength spread across the field.

Senior spotlight

Breaffy, Carrickmacross Emmets, Erne Eagles, Glynn Barntown, Limekiln, Cúchulainn, Raheen and Galway City Rapparees ensure real depth in the top grade, particularly in what promises to be a fiercely contested Senior Men’s Championship.

Intermediate contenders

Kilmeena and Emo are expected to have strong seasons at Intermediate level, while St. Senan’s, St. Clare’s, Kilmore, Galway City Rapparees and Dublin Metropolitans all add further quality to the grade.

Junior teams to watch

In Junior Women, St. Senan’s, Kilmore and Myshall will attract attention, while Junior Men should see strong campaigns from Myshall and Galway City Rapparees. In Junior Mixed, Kilmore, Leighlinbridge and Garrymore look well placed, with several counties also welcoming new entrants.

Club depth across the country

Glynn Barntown, Carrickmacross Emmets, Galway City Rapparees, Inniskeen and Kilmeena are all entering four or more teams, reflecting the growing strength of club structures and player development within the code.

Galway Rapparees

Welcoming new clubs to the championship

The 2026 Championships also mark an important step forward for participation, with a number of new clubs entering the All-Ireland structure across different grades.

Women: Kilrush Askamore (Wexford) and Nobber (Meath)
Men: Na Gaeil Nua (Dublin)
Mixed: Clontuskert (Galway), Dunsany (Meath), Naomh Pól (Waterford) and Oulart The Ballagh (Wexford)

Their inclusion is a welcome sign of continued expansion and reinforces the positive momentum currently behind GAA Rounders at club level.

Na Gaeil Nua

Season timeline and key dates

Senior Championships: commence on Sunday 19 April
Junior Championships: commence on Sunday 10 May
League stages: run through April, May, June and July
Quarter-finals: where applicable, are scheduled for late July
Semi-finals: take place in August
All-Ireland Finals: are scheduled from late August into September

Among the headline dates are the Senior Women’s and Junior Women’s Finals at the National Games Development Centre in Abbotstown on 30 August, the Men’s Finals at Offaly GAA Centre of Excellence on 6 September, and the Mixed Finals at Mallow GAA on 13 September.

Opening fixtures to launch the campaign

The championship season gets under way with a number of high-profile ties. The opening Senior programme includes Cúchulainn against Erne Eagles in Men’s, Women’s and Mixed, Galway City Rapparees against Limekiln in Senior Men, Limekiln against The Heath in Senior Women and Limekiln vs Kilmeena in Senior Mixed.

At Intermediate and Junior level, the early rounds will immediately test squads across multiple counties, with a packed programme set to run throughout the spring and summer months.

Clubs entered – 2026 Championships

Senior Championships

Senior Women

Breaffy, Carrickmacross Emmets, Cúchulainn, Erne Eagles, Glynn Barntown, Limekiln, Raheen, The Heath

Senior Men

Breaffy, Carrickmacross Emmets, Cúchulainn, Erne Eagles, Galway City Rapparees, Glynn Barntown, Limekiln, Raheen

Senior Mixed

Breaffy, Carrickmacross Emmets, Cúchulainn, Erne Eagles, Glynn Barntown, Kilmeena, Limekiln

Intermediate Championships

Intermediate Women

Castletown Liam Mellows, Dublin Metropolitans, Elphin, Emo, Galway City Rapparees, Glynn Barntown, Inniskeen Grattans, Kilmeena, Michael Glavey’s, St. Clare’s

Intermediate Men

Dublin Metropolitans, Emo, Kilmeena, Kilmore, St. Clare’s, St. Senan’s

Intermediate Mixed

Dublin Metropolitans, Emo, Erne Eagles, Galway City Rapparees, Glynn Barntown, Gusserane, Michael Glavey’s, Raheen, St. Clare’s, St. Senan’s

Junior Championships

Junior Women

Athenry, Carrickmacross Emmets, Castleknock, Castletown Liam Mellows, Clonguish, Drumhowan, Glynn Barntown, Gusserane, Inniskeen Grattans, Kilanerin Ballyfad, Kildimo Pallaskenry, Kilmore, Kilrush Askamore, Knockainey, Leighlinbridge, Myshall, Na Piarsaigh, Nobber, St. Kieran’s, St. Martin’s, St. Senan’s, Skryne, Sporting Limerick

Junior Men

Castleknock, Carrickmacross Emmets, Elphin, Galway City Rapparees, Gusserane, Inniskeen Grattans, Myshall, Na Gaeil Nua, Na Piarsaigh, Sporting Limerick

Junior Mixed

Athenry, Ballinagore, Castleknock, Carrickmacross Emmets, Clontuskert, Dunsany, Elphin, Emo, Galway City Rapparees, Garrymore, Inniskeen Grattans, Kilmeena, Kilmore, Leighlinbridge, Myshall, Naomh Pól, Naomh Trea, Na Fianna, Na Piarsaigh, Oulart The Ballagh, Slaughtneil, Sporting Limerick, Wolfe Tones

Continued growth across the code

With hundreds of fixtures scheduled and participation continuing to rise, the 2026 All-Ireland Championships reflect the ongoing development of GAA Rounders across Ireland. The spread of teams across Senior, Intermediate and Junior grades, combined with the arrival of new clubs and the strength of established contenders, points to a season of real substance from opening day through to finals weekend.

Supporters are encouraged to follow official GAA Rounders channels throughout the season for fixture updates, results, reports and championship news.

GAA Rounders Junior Quarter-Final Previews | 27 July 2025 | Full Fixtures & Predictions

🏆 ALL-IRELAND QUARTER-FINALS – THIS SUNDAY!

📅 Date: Sunday, 27th July 2025
📍 Venue: Clonguish GAA Grounds, Longford
🎯 Competitions: Junior Ladies & Junior Mixed Championships

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It’s all on the line this Sunday in Clonguish as the Junior Ladies and Mixed Championships reach the knockout stages! The All-Ireland Quarter-Finals are here — and with a place in the semi-finals at stake, every game promises intensity, drama, and no shortage of big moments. Expect booming bats, brilliant catches, and backs-to-the-wall battles from the very first pitch. 💥

With seven top-class ties and clubs from across the country chasing glory, this is where legends are made. Strap in — the road to the All-Ireland Finals starts here!

🥎 Junior Mixed All-Ireland Quarter-Final

🕚 11:00am – Inniskeen Grattans (Monaghan) vs Galway City Rapparees (Galway)

📍 Venue: Clonguish GAA Grounds
🧑‍⚖️ Referee: Sean Bailey

🎯 Match Preview

This is a rematch of the 2024 All-Ireland Junior Mixed Final, where the Rapparees ran out convincing 11–4 winners. Inniskeen return as Group A winners with a perfect 4-from-4 record and a strong 2.0 run rate, conceding just 18 runs across the group phase.

However, their opponents may be a new-look side, but the Galway City Rapparees club has momentum and pedigree—with last year’s team now impressing at Intermediate level. This year’s juniors have big shoes to fill but plenty of talent.

🔮 Verdict: Inniskeen are consistent and controlled, but Rapparees have knockout experience—Extra innings predicted.

🔵 Galway City Rapparees

Founded in 2021, the Galway City Rapparees grew out of a group of friends who played together in Galway Softball. Recognising the natural crossover between softball and rounders, they formed a team that quickly made an impact.

In 2023, their Intermediate Men’s were runners-up and in 2024, the club claimed the Junior Mixed Title and finished as Ladies Runners-Up. With a tight-knit and welcoming community, the Rapparees are known for both their camaraderie and skill.

Their squad includes players from across the globe, including the USA, Canada, India and New Zealand. This year, the club fields an astonishing five teams. The Junior Mixed squad has welcomed 16 new players and impressed with its dedication and passion.

📋 Matchday Squad – Galway City Rapparees

🔰 Captain: Dave Gannon
🎖️ Vice-Captain: Craig Davis

Cat Carty
Seamus Keegan
Ili Tuimauga
Yvonne O’Donoghue
Mel Mannion
Greg Mannion
Dave Gannon
Ajay Kumar
Vishal Pathare
Eimear Cuddy
Craig Davis
Colin Flannery
Joe Higgins
Colin O’Halloran

🛑 Unavailable: Edel Brennan, Hazel Kilduff, Kirsten Fossum, Ali Fagan, Amy McKeon, Gavin Mulhall, Stewart Hagen, Hitesh Tahilramani

🟢 Inniskeen Grattans

Founded in 1883, Inniskeen Grattans GAA Club from County Monaghan is steeped in tradition, with members participating in Football, Hurling, Camogie and Handball. Rounders was added in 2023, and they’ve wasted no time making an impression.

That year, they reached the All-Ireland semi-finals. In 2024, they entered Men’s, Ladies, and Mixed teams—making the finals in the latter two. Now, in 2025, they return looking to go one step further and lift the trophy.

📋 Squad – Inniskeen Grattans

Kathrina Byrne
Richard Nash
Siobhain Cunningham
Clodagh McArdle
Aisling McKenna
Gerard Ruddy
Julianne Smith
Seamus Martin
Carol McKeown
Juliette McHugh
Philip Brooks
Sinead Hilliard
Fiona McArdle
Layla McArdle
J J Smith
Keavy McGeeney
Catherine Deery
Brian Hurson
Ciaran McArdle
Kate Martin
Andrew Williams
Trevor Hilliard
Eamonn McArdle
Annette O’Rourke
Nirmal Sebastian
Kevin McGovern
Aine Donaghy
Sean O’Connor

🥎 Junior Mixed All-Ireland Quarter-Final

🕐 1:00pm – St. Senans (Limerick)

vs Wolfe Tones (Antrim)

📍 Venue: Clonguish GAA Grounds
🧑‍⚖️ Referee: Sean Bailey

🎯 Match Preview

St. Senans have been relentless this season—five wins from five, a +44 run differential, and the highest scoring team in the grade (92 runs). They look balanced and confident in every department.

Wolfe Tones secured second place in Group A and have battled their way here, but with a much lower run rate (1.1) and defensive vulnerabilities, they’ll need a major performance to cause an upset.

🔮 Verdict: Senans to stay unbeaten

🟢 St. Senans Rounders Club (Limerick)

Based in West Limerick in the parish of Foynes/Shanagolden and Barrigone, St. Senans draw players with strong Community Games experience. The club has seen growth in recent years, with five new players strengthening their 2025 Junior Mixed panel.

St. Senans have reached the knockout stages for the past four years—runners-up in 2022 and semi-finalists in 2023. With consistency and cohesion, they’re aiming to take the next step this season.

📋 Junior Mixed Panel

Manager: Ian Sheehy
Captain: Louise Kelly
Vice-Captain: Niall Sheehy

Kevin Doody
John Hanlon
Josephine Hickey
Dean Hogan
Kyra Hogan
Paul Hourigan
Louise Kelly
Ryan Lynch
Stephen Lynch
Dean McCarthy
Claire Mullane
Elizabeth Mullane
Timmy Mullane
John Paul Mulvihill
Grainne Noonan
Aoife O’ Carroll
Eimear O’ Malley
Euan Sheehy
Ian Sheehy
Niall Sheehy
Eileen Shine
Dean Territt

🟣 Wolfe Tones GAC (Antrim)

After nearly 50 years, Wolfe Tones GAC was revived in 2019. By late 2020, Rounders was introduced, and it quickly became a standout success. Their first All-Ireland entry came in 2022—more about learning than winning—but the journey since has been remarkable.

By 2024, the Tones were All-Ireland quarter-finalists. In 2025, they’ve repeated that achievement, driven by belief and unity. Led by Captain Arleen Ramsey and Vice-Captain Mark McCabe, Wolfe Tones are aiming to make history for the club and county.

📋 2025 Wolfe Tones Mixed Squad

Arleen Ramsey (Captain)
Mark McCabe (Vice-Captain)
John Ramsey
Marie Henry
Chris McLaughlin
Michael McMahon
Conor Mullan
Fiona Owens
Sonia Butler
Stacey Harper
David Mallon
Matthew Mallon
Ryan Montgomery
Michaela Milligan

🥎 Junior Mixed All-Ireland Quarter-Final

🕓 1:00pm – Gusserane (Wexford) vs Kilmeena (Mayo)

📍 Venue: Clonguish GAA Grounds
🧑‍⚖️ Referee: TBC

🎯 Match Preview

Gusserane were flawless in Group C, topping the table with 3 wins from 3 and an outstanding 3.1 run rate. Their defence has been especially impressive—just 15 runs conceded across the group stage.

Kilmeena arrive after a turbulent Group D campaign. Despite scoring a group-high 102 runs, they also conceded the most (105), finishing with a -0.8 run rate. They’ve shown firepower but lack consistency.

🔮 Verdict: Gusserane

🟡 Gusserane Rounders Club (Wexford)

Based in the Wexford parish of Tintern, Gusserane Rounders was founded in 2023 by a group of friends seeking a fun and social outlet. Their debut season saw them storm into the All-Ireland quarterfinals, defying expectations.

In their second campaign, they’ve combined experience with ambition. With tighter defence, sharper hitting, and a belief that 2025 could be their breakthrough year, Gusserane are a team to watch.

📋 2025 Squad – Gusserane

Shane (Bob) Molloy – Captain
Cathy Colfer
Breda Rossiter
Mairead Tubritt
Amy Ryan
Conor Murphy
Morgan Nash Colfer
Matthew Flynn
Niall Molloy
Keith Molyneux
Joanne Whitty
Danny Hayes
Jenny McNamara
Trish Kehoe

⚫ Kilmeena Rounders Club (Mayo)

Kilmeena Rounders Club is buzzing with ambition and belief. With All-Ireland Junior and Intermediate Mixed titles already part of their proud history, and a Mixed team now competing at Senior level, Kilmeena’s growth continues.

Their newly formed Junior Mixed side has made an immediate impression—reaching an All-Ireland Quarter-Final in their first year. This black-and-white brigade are ready to carve out their own chapter in the club’s storied rise.

📋 2025 Squad – Kilmeena

Katie McLoughlin
Ronan Duffy
Will Fahy
Adeline McManamon
David Fabby
Joanne McTaggert
Ruth O’Malley
Irene Walsh
Muireann Muldowney
Sadie Hunt
Ayleen McNamara
Ben Golden
Liam Gallagher
Luke Fahy
Julie Moore
Will Powell
Maya Whittall
Lucy O’Malley
Ciara Joyce
Emma-Jane Gill

🥎 Junior Mixed All-Ireland Quarter-Final

🚫 Dublin Mets (Dublin) vs Ballinagore (Westmeath) – Walkover

📍 Venue: Clonguish GAA Grounds
🧑‍⚖️ Referee: N/A – Walkover

🎯 Match Update

Dublin Mets advance to the semi-finals after Ballinagore (Westmeath) withdrew, resulting in a walkover victory. It’s a disappointing way to progress, but the Mets have already shown their class this season—finishing second in Group C with 2 wins and a solid 1.8 run rate.

With strong batting depth and a calm defensive setup, the Mets remain a genuine contender in this year’s Junior Mixed Championship.

🥎 Junior Ladies All-Ireland Quarter-Final

🕚 11:00am – Dublin Mets (Dublin) vs Leighlinbridge (Carlow)

📍 Venue: Clonguish GAA Grounds
🧑‍⚖️ Referee: Danielle

🎯 Match Preview

Dublin Mets cruised through Group C with a perfect record—4 wins from 4 and a massive 6.2 run rate. Their defence tightened with each match, and they racked up an impressive 121 runs across the group stage.

Leighlinbridge battled through Group D with 2 wins and finished second in the group. Their run rate of 0.1 shows they’ll need to step up offensively to challenge the free-scoring Mets. That said, if they perform half as well as their social media—this could be theirs to win.

🔮 Verdict: Dublin Mets might just sneak it—but expect a close contest.

🔵 Dublin Metropolitans – Club Bio

The Dublin Metropolitans were originally founded on 5th December 1883 in Gardiner Place by Michael Cusack. The club was re-established as a Rounders team on 30th May 2021 in the Phoenix Park and has gone from strength to strength since.

Built on a founding principle of inclusion, the Mets continue to create a welcoming and competitive environment where Rounders thrives. They’re known for their team spirit, tactical strength, and community outreach.

📋 2025 Squad – Dublin Mets

Eileen O’Connor
Kate O’Sullivan
Claire Mulry
Kaley Deneen
Jessica Maddock
Sinéad Ní hArachtáin
Gráinne Martin
Gráinne McNamara
Helen Macklin
Laura Cuddihy
Phoebe Carley
Maeve McLynn
Kristin Bell
Aoife O’Sullivan
Eve Kearney

Leighlinbridge Junior Ladies – Club Bio

Formed in 2024, Leighlinbridge Junior Ladies Rounders is a growing and energetic team that has quickly built momentum. Now a large and expanding group, they are passionate about building community, promoting women in sport, and driving local involvement.

Their vibrant social group supports the club’s junior players, with everyone always ready to step up to the action when called upon. Leighlinbridge is more than a team—it’s a movement for positive change in sport and community spirit.

📋 Team Leighlinbridge – Squad List:

Bernadette Hayes
Tracy McNally
Stacey Hennessey
Julie Cummins
Laura Corrigan
Ciara Bryska
Fiona Kelly
Chiara Trench
Odilla Gaynor
Louise Nevin
Ailish Kavanagh
Jen Kelly
Ciara Gahan
Lorna Byrne

🥎 Junior Ladies All-Ireland Quarter-Final

🕐 1:00pm – Inniskeen Grattans (Monaghan) vs Kilmore (Roscommon)

📍 Venue: Clonguish GAA Grounds – Pitch 2
🧑‍⚖️ Referee: Danielle

🎯 Match Preview

Inniskeen were one of the most complete sides in the group stages—finishing top of Group A with 4 wins and a strong 1.9 run rate. They’ve shown they can win big or dig deep in tight games, and that resilience could prove crucial.

Kilmore also come into this with 4 wins, but with a more modest 0.2 run rate. They’ve quietly built momentum and may surprise if they can frustrate Inniskeen early.

🔮 Verdict: Inniskeen

🟣 Inniskeen Grattans – Club Bio

Founded in 1883, Inniskeen Grattans GAA Club in County Monaghan has a rich tradition across Football, Hurling, Camogie and Handball. Rounders became part of the club in 2023, and their rise has been rapid.

In their debut season, they reached the All-Ireland semi-finals. In 2024, they entered Ladies, Men’s, and Mixed teams—reaching the finals in the latter two. Now, in 2025, the club is hungry to take the next step and bring home a national title.

📋 Junior Ladies Squad – Inniskeen Grattans

Kathrina Byrne
Siobhain Cunningham
Clodagh McArdle
Aisling McKenna
Julianne Smith
Carol McKeown
Juliette McHugh
Sinead Hilliard
Fiona McArdle
Layla McArdle
Keavy McGeeney
Catherine Deery
Kate Martin
Annette O’Rourke
Aine Donaghy

Kilmore Rounders GAA Club – Club Bio

Kilmore Rounders GAA Club was established in October 2023 as a community-led initiative in North Roscommon. The club fields Ladies, Men’s, and Mixed teams, all competing at Junior level in GAA Rounders competitions. Its membership includes locals, newcomers to the parish, and people from around the globe, creating a welcoming and diverse community.

With a strong social spirit and inclusive atmosphere, the club has had a hugely positive impact—both on and off the field—capped by winning the Junior Nationals title in 2024. Kilmore Rounders Club is excited to continue building on that success in the years ahead.

Kilmore Ladies Junior Team

Management Team: John Paul Murray, Sean Boland & Jamie Sharkey

📋 Squad List:

Sinead Beirne
Siobhan Carroll
Ana Carr
Nicola Craughwell
Veronica Hunt
Pamela McGauran
Ruth McElhone
Mary McGowan
Barbara Murray
Carmel Murphy
Irene Reynolds
Joann Sharkey
Clodagh Sheehan

❌ Unavailable:

Niamh Bourke
Teresa Ffrench
Orla Harrington
Eleanor Kerrins
Sandra McTague
Martina O’Connor
Deirdre Stritch

🥎 Junior Ladies All-Ireland Quarter-Final

🕚 11:00am – Elphin (Roscommon) vs Carrickmacross (Monaghan)

📍 Venue: Clonguish GAA Grounds
🧑‍⚖️ Referee: Jack Cheyne

🎯 Match Preview

Elphin dominated Group B with 4 wins and an excellent 2.3 run rate. Their strength lies in their ability to combine power hitting with intelligent fielding. On their day, they look like serious contenders for the title.

Carrickmacross are also unbeaten, topping Group A with 4 wins of their own. Their all-round performances and tactical discipline mark them as a team not to be underestimated. This is a classic clash of styles—explosive hitting vs strategic execution—and could be the standout fixture of the round.

🔮 Verdict: Elphin by 1–2 runs in a thriller

🔴 Elphin Rounders Club – Club Bio

Bio to be confirmed.

📋 Junior Ladies Squad – Elphin

Panel to be confirmed.

🟣 Carrickmacross Rounders Club – Club Bio

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📋 Junior Ladies Squad – Carrickmacross

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🥎 Junior Ladies All-Ireland Quarter-Final

🕐 1:00pm – Castletown Liam Mellows (Wexford) vs St. Martin’s (Wexford)

📍 Venue: Ferns St. Aidans
🧑‍⚖️ Referee: Sarah McGuinness

🎯 Match Preview

Castletown Liam Mellows were the class act in Group D, winning all 4 games with a superb 3.8 run rate. They also impressed defensively—conceding just 42 runs—and enter the knockout stages full of confidence and control.

St. Martin’s posted big numbers in Group C but missed top spot on run rate. Their explosive offence is a major threat, though they’ll need to find ways to break through Castletown’s disciplined defensive setup.

🔮 Verdict: Castletown

🟣 Castletown Liam Mellows – Club Bio

Castletown Liam Mellows is based in the Castletown/Coolgreany area of Wexford. Their Junior Ladies Rounders team was launched in 2021 through the GAA Healthy Club programme. What began as a fun, social outlet quickly became a serious sporting project.

With over 40 women trying out initially, the team evolved through regular training and committed coaching. Now one of the most consistent teams in the grade, Castletown are a shining example of grassroots GAA development.

📋 Junior Ladies Squad – Castletown Liam Mellows

Caroline Kavanagh
Dani Redmond
Edel Morris
Ellen O’Shaughnessy
Julie O’Shaughnessy
Kathleen Collins
Mandy Callanan
Meghan Callanan
Meghan McHugh
Michelle Austin
Orlagh Masterson
Rebecca Jennings
Sandra Nugent
Sarah Holmes
Selena Gardiner
Shauna Gleeson
Aileen Ryan

🧢 Coaches

Pat Cody
Seamus Kavanagh

St Martins Club Bio

We started the club in 2022 with a Minor Ladies team, which took gold in 2022/23, followed by Minor Men and Mixed in 2024. This is our first year in the Adult Championship, and the Ladies were a force to be reckoned with in the league—winning 3 out of 4 of their matches with an impressive run rate.

With a blend of new and experienced players coming together for a challenge, they’ve embraced every moment and are thrilled to have reached the quarter-finals in their first year of adult championship action.

Junior Ladies Panel

Niamh Dempsey
Roisin Dempsey
Aoife Dempsey
Christine Stone
Deboragh Roche
Ciara Haugh
Jenny Jugesser
Kate Devereux
Rosin Waters
Lilly Murray
Leanne Butler
Orla Griffin

Come down and support your club—this is knockout Rounders at its best! 🙌

Let’s see who punches their ticket to the All-Ireland semis in Galway! 🏅

#GAARounders #AllIrelandQuarterFinals #JuniorChampionship #Clonguish2025y #RoadToGlory

GAA Rounders Weekend Match Previews – Sunday, 13 July 2025

Full GAA Rounders previews for Sunday, 14 July 2025 across all grades – Junior, Intermediate, and Mixed. Predictions, fixtures, venues, referees, and qualification stakes.

Intermediate Men

🥎 Emo vs St Clares

📍 Emo | 🕛 12pm | Ref – AnnMarie

It’s all on the line in Emo as both teams chase a semi-final spot. The hosts must win to stay alive and will back themselves strongly on home turf. St Clares know a win here or away to Rapparees will likely be enough – but they’d rather not leave it to the final day.

🔮 Verdict: Emo by 3

Intermediate Ladies

🥎 Michael Glavey’s vs Galway City Rapparees

📍 Glavey’s | 🕚 11am | | Ref: Iain

Glavey’s know a win will likely book their semi-final place. They have had a very good season and deserve their spot. Galway are still chasing a first win in Intermediate Ladies, but they’ve shown promise and will be hoping to cause an upset.

🔮 Verdict: Michael Glavey’s by 6

🥎 Glynn Barntown vs Kilmeena – Intermediate Ladies

📍 Ballinagore | 🕧 12:30pm | Ref – Danielle

It’s a huge clash in the race for the top four. A Glynn win would leave them in a strong position with two games left. Kilmeena have found form late, and despite four early losses, they remain dangerous contenders, but know a loss and it’s likely their last game of the season.

🔮 Verdict: Kilmeena by 5

Intermediate Mixed

🟡 Michael Glavey’s vs Galway City Rapparees

📍 Glavey’s | 🕧 12:30pm | Ref – Iain

This is a key tie in Group A as both sides chase a top-two finish. Glavey’s sit joint-top with two wins from three, and another victory would leave them with one foot in the semi-finals. They’ve conceded just 36 runs across three games, showing they are one of the strongest defensive units in the group.

Remarkably, this is only Galway City Rapparees’ second match – but they made a solid start with a 23–6 win over Athenry. Still, the jump from Junior to Intermediate is no small task, and this test away to Glavey’s will give them a clearer sense of where they stand at this level.

Both sides are defensively disciplined, and this could be a low-scoring, tactical affair. Don’t be surprised if neither side breaks double figures, with every base earned likely to count.

🔮 Verdict: Michael Glavey’s by 4

Junior Mixed

⚫ Kilmeena vs Garrymore

📍 Kilmeena | 🕞 3:30pm | Ref: Iain

Kilmeena have already secured second place in Group D, so this could be a chance to experiment. Garrymore will be eager to take advantage and finish strong – don’t rule out a surprise here.

🔮 Verdict: Garrymore by 1

⚫ Inniskeen vs Sean Connolly’s

📍 Inniskeen | 🕝 2:30pm | Ref: Jack

Inniskeen are still unbeaten and chasing top spot in Group A. Sean Connolly’s have struggled throughout, and this one could be a step too far.

🔮 Verdict: Inniskeen by 8

⚫ Elphin vs Sporting Limerick

📍 Elphin | 🕓 4:00pm | Ref: Paula

Two sides still searching for their first win in Group B. Elphin have home advantage, but both teams have been shipping big scores. Expect a close battle.

🔮 Verdict: Elphin by 1

⚫ Galway City Rapparees vs Na Piarsaigh

📍 Galway | 🕞 3:30pm | Ref: Ann

A huge game in Group B with quarter-final places on the line. The Rapparees are keeping in it and have a strong run rate edge. Na Piarsaigh won’t make it easy and would need a big win to secure a knockout place. Galway should have the edge at home.

🔮 Verdict: Rapparees by 3

Junior Men

🔴 Carrickmacross vs Gusserane

📍 Clonguish | 🕧 12:30pm | Ref: Shirley

Carrickmacross are 0 from 2 and under pressure, while Gusserane sit fourth after a tough campaign. Both sides will be eager to finish strong, but with qualification likely out of reach, this is more about pride than progress.

🔮 Verdict: Gusserane by 3

🔴 Inniskeen vs Sean Connolly’s

📍 Inniskeen | 🕧 12:30pm | Ref: Jack

Inniskeen remain firmly in the Group B qualification mix and should have too much for a Connolly’s side still without a point. Run rate could be key, so expect them to go for scores.

🔮 Verdict: Inniskeen by 10

🔴 Elphin vs Sporting Limerick

📍 Elphin | 🕑 2:00pm | Ref: Paula

Both sides are out of contention in Group A, but pride is still at stake. Elphin will hope home advantage gives them a lift, but Sporting Limerick look the sharper side.

🔮 Verdict: Sporting Limerick by 4

🔴 Galway City Rapparees vs Na Piarsaigh

📍 Galway | 🕜 1:30pm | Ref: Ann

It’s a pressure-packed Group A clash with everything—and almost nothing—on the line.

For the Rapparees, the task is deceptively simple: win, and a winner-takes-all showdown with St Senans awaits next weekend. But even with a loss, they’re not dead—provided they can somehow beat Senans by 20 runs or more in the final round. That path to the semi-finals exists… but only just.

Na Piarsaigh are in even deeper limbo. They need to beat Galway, and beat them well—then hope Galway bounce back and thrash St Senans the following week. It’s the ultimate long shot. They’re playing for survival, but relying on the team they’re trying to eliminate to become their unlikely saviours. That’s a Catch-22 if ever there was one.

Galway, still bewildered by how they let their opener slip, won’t want to leave anything to chance.

🔮 Verdict: Rapparees by 5

Junior Ladies

🔴 Clonguish vs Carrickmacross

📍 Clonguish | 🕥 10:30am | Ref: Shirley

Carrickmacross must win to stay in the qualification hunt. A win puts them level on points with Drumhowan and Inniskeen, and run rate could decide who finishes in the top two. Clonguish are out, but they’ll want to finish on a high.

🔮 Verdict: Carrickmacross by 15

🔴 Skryne vs Drumhowan Geraldines

📍 Skryne | 🕘 10:00am | Ref: Áine

Skryne are out, but they can still shape the outcome in Group A. A win here could blow things wide open and offer a lifeline to Carrickmacross or Sean Connolly’s. Drumhowan are on 18 points and need the win to guarantee progression.

🔮 Verdict: Skryne by 1

🔴 Inniskeen Grattans vs Sean Connolly’s

📍 Inniskeen | 🕟 4:30pm | Ref: Jack

Inniskeen are currently joint-top on 18 points. Sean Connolly’s must win both of their remaining games. A tight one expected with qualification on the line and run rate maybe deciding who qualifies.

🔮 Verdict: Inniskeen by 3

🔴 Elphin vs St Kieran’s

📍 Elphin | 🕛 12:00pm | Ref: Paula

Elphin are unbeaten and in pole position in Group B. St Kieran’s need Elphin to lose both games and then hope for a favourable run rate swing. Their earlier draw with Sporting Limerick may prove costly.

🔮 Verdict: Elphin by 4

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Elphin vs Sporting Limerick

📍 Elphin | 🕕 6:00pm | Ref: Jay

Depending on the earlier result, this may be Elphin’s chance to seal top spot. Sporting Limerick need a win and a big one to have any chance of sneaking through. Elphin’s bowler may prove decisive even with tired legs.

🔮 Verdict: Elphin by 2