Allen Gaels GAA Club Notes 17/05/2018

St. Francis Ladies – The ladies just came up short in the league final losing out to Oughteragh Gaels on a scoreline of 3-09 to 1-09. Despite leading 1-07 to 1-06 at half-time we couldn’t sustain it in the second half. The panel was as follows: Michelle Monaghan, Annette Reynolds, Eimear Gibbons, Mairead McCawley, Aideen McKiernan, Stephanie Reynolds, Dara Morohan, Ailish Cornyn, Roisin McGrenaghan, Tanya McPartland, Ciara McPartland, Sadhbh Sweeney, Aine Flood, Ciara McTigue, Mairead Flood, Katie Foley, Maeve Daly, Sarah Loughlin, Emma Dunne, Ciara Reynolds, Aideen Kane, Niamh McDonagh, Fiona Kane, Aoife Gilmartin, Claire McTigue, Linda McPartlin, Rachel McLoughlin, Louise Loughlin.  Scorers: Sadhbh Sweeney 0-03;; Ciara McTigue 1-00; Ailish Cornyn 0-03; Aine Flood 0-02; Tanya McPartland 0-01. Well done to the team on their performances throughout the league and we now look forward to the championship later in the summer. Well done also to Paul Martin &  Gareth Smith.

Dunnes Bar Division 2 – We had a good win over Ballinamore Sean O’Heslins second string on Sunday morning in the park. We led 2-04 to 0-02 at the break with Caleb Duffy & Thomas Mulvey finding the net and ran out convincing winners in the second half with further goals from Caleb, Dylan McGowan & Ciaran Walsh. Then scorers were: Caleb Duffy 2-00; Thomas Mulvey 1-02; Ciaran Walsh 1-01; Dylan McGowan 1-01; Nicholas Moore 0-03; James Flynn 0-02; Niall Sorohan 0-01; Shane Walsh 0-01. We play Kiltubrid away this Saturday evening so best of luck to the team & management.

Westlink Coaches U-15 Boys – The boys have had a good run over the last 10 days or so with a big win over St. Josephs followed by a high scoring draw with St. Marys and good wins over Sean O’Heslins & Gortletteragh last week. We play Glencar Manorhamilton at home on Thursday evening and travel to Mohill for the final round next Monday. Best of luck to Angus, Farrell and the squad.

Underage Coaching – The Saturday morning sessions continue in the park on Saturday mornings at 10am for boys U-7 to U-11 & girls U-7 to U-12.

Kellogg’s Cul Camps – Please note that the summer coaching camp takes place in Drumshanbo from July 9th– 13th. Booking should be made online on the Leitrim GAA website.

Lotto – There was no winner of the lotto jackpot & the numbers drawn for the past 2 weeks were 03-09-13-20 and 08-17-21-28. The prize winners of €20 each were: Shane McKeon, Ballinaglera; Eugene McPartland, Arigna; Cara Pharmacy Syndicate; Gerry Kelly, Carrick-on-Shannon; Mary Canning, Aughnasheelin; John Gilmartin, Ballinaglera; Mary McWeeney, Aughacashel; Jody Barry, Roscunnish; Elizabeth McGovern, Drumcong; Chris McKenna, Drumkeeran. The jackpot now stands at €1,300.

Volleyball – Congratulations to Drumshanbo Vocational School on winning another All Ireland the week before last to complete a clean sweep of national titles in what is a great achievement for the school and pupils.

Sympathy – The Club extends deepest condolences to the Broderick Family, Inch East, Listowel and the Kelly Family, Creagh on the very sad passing of Helen’s mother, Margaret Mary Broderick, who was laid to rest in Listowel last week. Sincere sympathy also to the Mulvey Family, Drumcroman on the sad passing of Francis (Sonny) Mulvey who was laid to rest in Drumshanbo on Monday of last week.

Allen Gaels GAA Club Notes 01/05/2018

Swan Bar Division 3 – We had a good win away to Aughawillan on Saturday evening on a scoreline of 3-16 to 2-05. There’s a short break in fixtures now until after the Leitrim game.

Westlink Coaches U-15 Boys – The boys had a good win over Leitrim Gaels on Friday evening in Ballinaglera on a score of 7-15 to 1-06. We play St. Josephs in Carrigallen this week. Best of luck to Angus, Farrell and the squad.

St. Francis Ladies – The ladies had a good win away to Glencar Manorhamilton on Friday evening last on a scoreline of 5-12 to 3-05. Scorers: Sadhbh Sweeney 2-06; Roisin McGrenaghan 1-03; Katie Foley 1-01; Ciara McTigue 1-00; Ciara McPartland 0-01; Tanya McPartland 0-01. We have qualified for the league final against Oughteragh Gaels on May 12th so best of luck to Paul, Gareth & the team.

Underage Coaching – The Saturday morning sessions continue in the park on Saturday mornings at 10am for boys U-7 to U-11 & girls U-7 to U-12.

Kellogg’s Cul Camps – Please note that the summer coaching camp takes place in Drumshanbo from July 9th– 13th.

Mothers and Others –  Gaelic Football training has resumed on Wednesdays in The Mayflower at 8pm. Anyone with an interest in learning new skills or those who may have played previously are welcome to join. It’s a great opportunity to get fit, have fun and make new friends! All are welcome.

Lotto – There was no winner of the lotto jackpot & the numbers drawn were 05-09-14-15. The 5 prize winners of €20 each were: Sile Tighe, High Street; Siobhan Healy, Annaduff; Bridgie Brogan, Dowra Road; Luke Fitzsimons, Aughamore and Una McEvoy, Ardcolum. The jackpot now stands at €1,100.

Leitrim – Best of luck to Colin Moran & the Leitrim Minors who play Mayo on Wednesday evening in Castlebar. Best wishes to Diarmaid & the senior team in New York on Sunday.

Allen Gaels GAA Club Notes 23/04/2018

Swan Bar Division 3 – We played out an entertaining draw with Annaduff on Saturday evening in the park on a scoreline of 1-10 to 0-13. We played catch up for most of the game and trailed 0-09 to 0-04 at the break and trailed by 0-13 to 0-08 with time almost up but a late scoring burst in injury time rescued a point. Ciaran Walsh with a penalty and Bryan Beirne hitting a great equaliser with the final kick.

Newtowngore Engineering U-17 League – The U-17’s were well beaten by St. Marys in the league semi-final on Tuesday of last week. St. Marys were clearly a stronger team but the lads had to play 4 U-17 games in 7 days as well as a schools match and fatigue was certainly an issue. Well done to Mickey, Fergus, Noel and the team on their performances.

Westlink Coaches U-15 League – The boys kick off their campaign at home to Leitrim Gaels this Friday evening at 7pm. Best of luck to Angus, Farrell and the squad.

St. Francis Ladies – The ladies had a narrow win over Drumkeerin on Sunday in Ballinaglera. Best of luck to Paul, Gareth & the team in their remaining matches.

Underage Coaching – The Saturday morning sessions are back in the park on Saturday mornings at 10am for boys U-7 to U-11 & girls U-7 to U-12.

Kellogg’s Cul Camps – Please note that the summer coaching camp takes place in Drumshanbo from July 9th – 13th.

Mothers and Others – Gaelic Football training has resumed on Wednesdays in The Mayflower at 8pm. Anyone with an interest in learning new skills or those who may have played previously are welcome to join. It’s a great opportunity to get fit, have fun and make new friends! All are welcome.

Lotto – There was one winner of the lotto jackpot on Monday of last week so congratulations to Sue O’Donoghue from Keshcarrigan who scooped the €4,000 jackpot – the winning numbers drawn were 02-09-10-19. The 5 prize winners of €20 each were: Jim Casey, Keadue; Alan Foley, Carrick Road; P. O’Reilly, Clondalkin; Dolores Matthews, Keadue and Aoife Heeran, Drumshanbo. The jackpot now stands at €1,000.

Allen Gaels GAA Club Notes 19/04/2018

Barna Recycling U-13 League Shield Final – Our U13 boys team had a great win in the league final last Saturday against a very good Gortletteragh team. Playing with the advantage of a strong breeze in the first half we had to work hard to get ahead by two points at the break on a scoreline of 1-05 to 1-03. Facing the elements in the second half the lads played with great heart and skill to run out winners on a scoreline of 3-11 to 3-07 despite being nearly caught with 5 minutes remaining. Well done to a great group of lads you have trained hard since January and our commiserations to a very sporting Gortletteragh team. The team and subs on the day; Danny Mc Grail, Fionn Gilrane, Adam Casey, James Rock, James O’ Connor, Oran Foley, Padraic Keane, Aidan Dowler, Cian Dennis, Daniel O’ Loughlin, Przemek Zaremba, Raymond Mc Garry, Rory Grier, David Chen, Thomas McKeon, Sean Nolan, Calum O’ Rourke, Shane Mc Govern, Josh McWeeney. Well done to Cyril McKeon, Richard O’Loughlin and Kenneth Dowler for all their work with the team and many thanks to all the parents who helped out during the league.

Dunnes Bar Division 2 – We travelled to Kinlough on Sunday morning to play Melvin Gaels second string and won on a scoreline of 2-09 to 5-16. We led 4-08 to 1-04 at the break with goals from Ciaran Walsh (2), Gareth Higgins & Shane Beirne. We added 1-08 in the second half  with Ciaran Walsh converting a penalty to run out comfortable winners. Scorers were:; Ciaran Walsh 3-01; Shane Beirne 1-02; Nicholas Moore 0-05; Gareth Higgins 1-00; Cian Beirne 0-02; Caleb Duffy 0-02; Martin Beirne 0-02; Thomas Mulvey 0-01; Bryan Beirne 0-01. There are no Division 2 fixtures until after Leitrim’s game in New York.

Swan Bar Division 3 – We play Annaduff on Saturday evening at 7pm in the park. Best of luck to the lads.

Newtowngore Engineering U-17 League – The U-17’s have qualified to play St. Marys on Tuesday of this week in the semi-final after overcoming St. Josephs in a play-off on Sunday evening in Carrigallen. Despite losing to St. Josephs last Tuesday the lads turned things around when it mattered and prevailed on a scoreline of 3-05 to 1-09 in Carrigallen on Sunday. Best of luck to Mickey, Fergus, Noel and the team in the semi-final.

St. Francis Ladies – The ladies face Drumkeerin this Sunday in Ballinaglera. Best of luck to Paul, Gareth & the team.

Underage Coaching – The Saturday morning sessions are back in the park on Saturday mornings at 10am for boys U-7 to U-11 & girls U-7 to U-12.

Kellogg’s Cul Camps – Please note that the summer coaching camp takes place in Drumshanbo from July 9th – 13th. Anyone interested in coaching at the camps this summer should submit an application this week with a closing date of Friday April 20th. Details on the Leitrim GAA Website.

Mothers and Others –  Gaelic Football training has resumed on Wednesdays in The Mayflower at 8pm. Anyone with an interest in learning new skills or those who may have played previously are welcome to join. It’s a great opportunity to get fit, have fun and make new friends! All are welcome.

Sponsorship – Many thanks to The Shed Distillery who have kindly sponsored a set of kit bags for the senior team.

Lotto – There was no winner of the lotto jackpot & the numbers drawn were 04-05-10-12. The 5 prize winners of €20 each were: Michael McMorrow, Dowra; Betty McKenna, Cartron; Bea Cullen, Dristernan; Winnie Coyne, Dowra and Aoife Heeran, Drumshanbo. The jackpot now stands at €4,000.

Sympathy – The Club extends deepest condolences to the Reynolds Family, Clooncolry, Dromod on the very sad passing of Shay Reynolds on Sunday last. Shay was a great servant to the GAA in Leitrim over many years and we sympathise with his family, friends & Bornacoola GAA at this difficult time. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam.

Allen Gaels GAA Club Notes 10/04/2018

Dunnes Bar Division 2 – We played Carrigallen at home on Saturday evening and prevailed on a scoreline of 2-09 to 1-09 after a tough battle. For a second week we started slowly and trailed 0-04 to 0-01 after 12 minutes before a Ciaran Walsh penalty brought us level. Carrigallen had a penalty of their own on 19 minutes which was converted and left the half-time score 1-07 to 1-03 in favour of the visitors.  Carrigallen had the opening point after the break to open up a 5 point gap but on 37 minutes substitute Caleb Duffy crashed home a great goal to ignite a scoring burst and we hit a further 5 points in 10 minutes to a solitary reply from Carrigallen with Shane Beirne completing the scoring in injury time. Scorers were: Caleb Duffy 1-03; Ciaran Walsh 1-01; James Flynn 0-02; Martin Beirne 0-01; Shane Beirne 0-01; Diarmaid McKiernan 0-01. We travel to Kinlough next Sunday morning to play Melvin Gaels at 12noon so best of luck to the lads & the management team.

Swan Bar Division 3 – On Sunday morning the lads travelled to Carrigallen and after an entertaining match lost out 2-13 to 2-12 after trailing by 7 at the interval. We have no Div 3 game this weekend.

Newtowngore Engineering U-17 League – The U-17’s have 2 games remaining against St. Josephs & St. Marys both due to be played this week so best of luck to Mickey, Fergus, Noel and the team.

Barna Recycling U-13 League – The U-13’s play Kiltubrid this week. Best of luck to Cyril, Kenneth, Richard & the lads and we will have a report next week.

St. Francis Ladies – The ladies had a good win on Sunday morning away to Mohill on a scoreline of 2-13 to 0-09. Goals from Aine Flood & Sadhbh Sweeney were the difference with Sadhbh top scoring with a return of 1-08 on the day. Best of luck to Paul, Gareth & the team in their remaining matches.

Underage Coaching – The Saturday morning sessions are back in the park on Saturday mornings at 10am for boys U-7 to U-11 & girls U-7 to U-12.

Mothers and Others – Gaelic Football training has resumed on Wednesdays in The Mayflower at 8pm. Anyone with an interest in learning new skills or those who may have played previously are welcome to join. It’s a great opportunity to get fit, have fun and make new friends! All are welcome.

25 Card Drive – Allen Gaels 25 Card Game continues every  Sunday evening in Aras Phadraig at 8:30pm. Refreshments served. All welcome.

Lotto – There was no winner of the lotto jackpot & the numbers drawn were 13-14-16-19. The 5 prize winners of €20 each were: Martin Beirne, Drumshanbo; Stephen & Pauline Flynn, Ballyfarnon; Norah & Gerry c/o The Millrace; Josephine Duignan, Drumcong and Una McEvoy, Ardcolum. The jackpot now stands at €3,900.

Leitrim GAA Strategic Plan – Coiste Chontae Liatroma CLG is in the process of producing a Strategic Development Plan for the next three years.

As part of the consultation process, adult members of the GAA in Leitrim are being asked for their views under a number of headings. Every voice is important and this online survey is an important part of the consultation. So please give your views and opinions. It will take approximately 5 minutes to complete the questionnaire. Your participation in this study is completely voluntary.

Your survey responses will be strictly confidential and data from this survey will be reported only in the aggregate.  If you have questions at any time about the survey or the procedures, you may contact CLG Liatroma by email to – developmentofficer.leitrim@gaa.ie

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Allen Gaels GAA Club Notes 06/04/2018

Dunnes Bar Division 2 – We kicked off our league campaign at home against Mohill on Easter Sunday in the park. We made a slow start against Mohill’s second team and trailed 1-02 to no score after 10 minutes but a Gareth Higgins goal settled the nerves & in the 10 minutes before halftime we hit 2-06 to turn the game around the goals from Thomas Mulvey & Mark Gunning. The halftime score was 3-06 to 1-03 and we added a further 7 points after the break to secure a comfortable win. Scorers were: Nicholas Moore 0-06; Gareth Higgins 1-02; Thomas Mulvey 1-01; Mark Gunning 1-00; Bryan Beirne 0-02; Niall Sorohan 0-01; Martin Raftery 0-01. No details yet of next weekend’s fixture but best of luck to the lads & the management team.

Newtowngore Engineering U-17 League – The U-17’s were beaten by Ballinamore Sean O’Heslins in the park on Wednesday by 1-15 to 1-08. Best wishes to Emmet Moran for a speedy recovery after suffering a serious ankle injury during the match. We have 2 games remaining against St. Josephs & St. Marys so best of luck to Mickey, Fergus, Noel and the team.

Barna Recycling U-13 League – The U-13’s lost out away to Annaduff last Thursday 4-06 to 2-02 and had a good win over Fenagh in the park on Sunday evening 6-08 to 1-07. Best of luck to Cyril, Kenneth, Richard & the lads in the Shield semi-final next week.

St. Francis Ladies – The ladies are away to Mohill on Sunday morning. Best of luck to Paul, Gareth & the team.

Underage Coaching – The Saturday morning sessions are back in the park on Saturday mornings at 10am for boys U-7 to U-11 & girls U-7 to U-12.

Mothers and Others –  Gaelic Football training has resumed on Wednesdays in The Mayflower at 8pm. Anyone with an interest in learning new skills or those who may have played previously are welcome to join. It’s a great opportunity to get fit, have fun and make new friends! All are welcome.

25 Card Drive – Allen Gaels 25 Card Game continues every  Sunday evening in Aras Phadraig at 8:30pm. Refreshments served. All welcome.

Lotto – There was no winner of the lotto jackpot & the numbers drawn were 05-21-22-25. The 5 prize winners of €20 each were: Mairead Doyle, Drumshanbo; Mairin Heron, Corlough; Louise Keaney, Aughacashel; Cara Pharmacy, Drumshanbo and Michaela & Connor McDonagh, Dristernan. The jackpot now stands at €3,800.

Volleyball – Congratulations to the 5 players from Drumshanbo Vocational School who represented Ireland in Kilkenny recently and a special word for club players Gareth Gilmartin, Fergal Moran & Emmet Moran on what was a fantastic achievement. Well done lads!

Sympathy – The Club extends deepest condolences to the Mulvey Family, Rockwell Park on the sad passing of Julia Mulvey last week. May she rest in peace.

Allen Gaels GAA Club Notes 26/03/2018

Dunnes Bar Division 2 – We kick off our league campaign with a home game against Mohill on Easter Sunday at 12noon in the park. Best of luck to the lads so please turn out to support the team & new management. 

Swan Bar Division 3: The lads lost out to Fenagh n Fenagh on Saturday in an exciting match on a scoreline of 3-10 to 2-10. We have no Division 3 game this weekend.

Newtowngore Engineering U-17 League – The U-17’s had a good win over Mohill at home on Saturday morning on a scoreline of 2-14 to 0-08. We play Ballinamore Sean O’Heslins at home on Wednesday the 28th and host St. Marys on Wednesday week.  Best of luck to Mickey, Fergus, Noel and the team in the remaining games.

Barna Recycling U-13 League – The U-13’s had no game last weekend and we play Fenagh St Caillians on Easter Monday at 6:30pm in the park. Best of luck to Cyril, Kenneth, Richard & the lads.

St. Francis Ladies – The ladies next game is away to Mohill on Sunday week. Best of luck to Paul, Gareth & the team.

U-14 Girls – The girls play Glencar Manorhamilton this week. The game is not yet confirmed but it’s a home fixture & will possibly be played on Good Friday so please check in advance with team officials. Best of luck to the squad & to Dermot & Ruth.

Underage Coaching – The Saturday morning sessions are back in the park on Saturday mornings at 10am for boys U-7 to U-11 & girls U-7 to U-12. All membership should now be paid if anyone missed out on the registration please contact Neil Nolan immediately.

U-11 Boys – Well done to the boys who played 2 matches against St. Josephs at halftime during the Leitrim game in Pairc Sean on Sunday. A special thanks to coaches Stephen McWeeney & John Nolan and to all the parents who helped out on the day. Thank you also to James Glancy & Enda Lyons for their help in organising the games. The Club was disappointed to hear that James has stepped down as Games Development Officer in the county and wish him every success in his future endeavours.

Mothers and Others –  Gaelic Football training has resumed on Wednesdays in The Mayflower at 8pm. Anyone with an interest in learning new skills or those who may have played previously are welcome to join. It’s a great opportunity to get fit, have fun and make new friends! All are welcome.

Table Quiz – St. Francis Ladies would like to thank everyone who supported the table quiz in the hotel last Friday night on what was a very enjoyable evening’s entertainment.

25 Card Drive – Allen Gaels 25 Card Game continues every  Sunday evening in Aras Phadraig at 8:30pm. Refreshments served. All welcome.

Lotto – There was no winner of the lotto jackpot & the numbers drawn were 06-19-21-25. The 5 prize winners of €20 each were: Rose Deane, Keadue; Roswitha Verstege, Gortnawaun; Maura Nangle, Geevagh; Geraldine Heeran, Drumshanbo and Terry Fitzpatrick, Sligo. The jackpot now stands at €3,700.

Allianz NFL Division 4 – Well done to Diarmaid & the Leitrim squad on their victory over Wicklow in Carrick last Sunday.

Allen Gaels GAA Club Notes 21/03/2018

Swan Bar Division 3 – Our match away to Gortletteragh did not go ahead as we received a walkover on Sunday morning. We travel to Fenagh this Saturday to play the home side at 5pm. Best of luck to all concerned.

Newtowngore Engineering U-17 League – The U-17’s had a good win away to Leitrim Gaels on Saturday morning on a scoreline of 2-10 to 3-04. Best of luck to Mickey, Fergus, Noel and the team in their home fixture against Mohill this Saturday at 12noon.

Barna Recycling U-13 League – The U-13’s lost out to St. Brigids in the pitch on Monday. We have a bye this weekend. Best of luck to Cyril, Kenneth, Richard & the lads in the rest of the league.

St. Francis Ladies – The ladies got the better of Oughteragh Gaels in a very tight encounter in the park on Sunday morning.  We prevailed on a scoreline of 4-07 to 4-06 with goals from Ciara McTigue, Aine Flood & Ailish Cornyn completing a great comeback after we trailed by 4 points in the first half. Well done to Paul, Gareth & the team.

U-14 Girls – The girls were beaten by St. Marys on Friday evening last in the park. Best of luck to the squad & to Dermot & Ruth in their upcoming matches.

Underage Coaching – The Saturday morning sessions are back at the park from this Saturday morning at 10am for boys U-7 to U-11 & girls U-7 to U-12. Also best wishes to the U-11 boys who are taking part in the halftime exhibition games in Pairc Sean for the match against Wicklow.

Mothers and Others – Gaelic Football training has resumed on Wednesdays in The Mayflower at 8pm. Anyone with an interest in learning new skills or those who may have played previously are welcome to join. It’s a great opportunity to get fit, have fun and make new friends! All are welcome.

Table Quiz: St. Francis Ladies will hold a table quiz in the Lough Allen Hotel this Friday March 23rd. Teams of 4 at €40 per table and there will be a raffle & door prize on the night. Please support.

25 Card Drive: Allen Gaels 25 Card Game continues every  Sunday evening in Aras Phadraig at 8:30pm. Refreshments served. All welcome.

Lotto – There was no winner of the lotto jackpot & the numbers drawn were 10-12-19-20. The 5 prize winners of €20 each were: Terry Beckett, Jamestown; Kevin Gilhooly, Drumduff North; Andrew Riley, Ballinaglera; Delia Mann, Jamestown and Anna McGovern, Kilnagross. The jackpot now stands at €3,600.

Allianz NFL Division 4: Best wishes to Diarmaid & the Leitrim squad who play Wicklow in Carrick this Sunday.

Allen Gaels GAA Club Notes 12/03/2018

Swan Bar Division 3 – The lads had a good win at home on Saturday against Glenfarne/Kiltyclogher on a scoreline of 4-09 to 0-09. Please check fixtures but we may have a match away to Gortletteragh this weekend. Best of luck to all concerned.

Newtowngore Engineering U-17 League – The U-17’s are fixed to play Leitrim Gaels in Leitrim Village on Saturday morning at 11am. Best of luck to Mickey, Fergus, Noel and the team..

Barna Recycling U-13 League: The U-13’s snatched a late equaliser through Padraig Kane to share the spoils with  Kiltubrid at home on Sunday on a scoreline of 3-11 to 4-08. Best of luck to Cyril, Kenneth, Richard & the lads in the next round.

St. Francis Ladies – The ladies got their league campaign off to a winning start with victory over Fenagh in the pitch on Sunday morning. Well done to Paul, Gareth & the team.

U-14 Girls – The girls got off to a good start with a win over Dromahair in St. Osnat’s pitch on Saturday. Well done to the squad & to Dermot & Ruth.

Mothers and Others – Gaelic Football training resumes this Wednesday 14th of March in The Mayflower at 8pm. Anyone with an interest in learning new skills or those who may have played previously are welcome to join. It’s a great opportunity to get fit, have fun and make new friends! All are welcome.

25 Card Drive – Allen Gaels 25 Card Game continues every  Sunday evening in Aras Phadraig at 8:30pm. Refreshments served. All welcome.

Leitrim Supporters Club Draw – We had no winner in the draw at the weekend. Thanks to everyone who bought tickets.

Lotto: There was no winner of the lotto jackpot & the numbers drawn were 01-06-07-27. The 5 prize winners of €20 each were: Maura Dwyer, Drumcong; Maeve Daly, Drumshanbo; Bridie Flanagan, Cortober; Padraig Sweeney, Mahanagh and Michelle McGovern, Drumshanbo. The jackpot now stands at €3,500.

Table Quiz: St. Francis Ladies will hold a table quiz in the Lough Allen Hotel on Friday March 23rd. Teams of 4 at €40 per table and there will be a raffle & door prize on the night. Please support.

NFL Division 4: Best wishes to Diarmaid & the Leitrim squad who make the long trip to Waterford this weekend.

Allen Gaels GAA Club Notes 05/03/2018

Kevin Keane Player of the Year Awards – Congratulations to Shane Beirne who received the Senior Player of the Year Award for 2017 at a function in Conway’s last Saturday night. Well done also to Oisin Dolan who was awarded the Junior Player of the Year 2017. Both lads are very deserving winners.

Annual Race Night – A big thank you to everyone who supported the Race Night in Conway’s on Saturday night last and the club would like to especially thank the following sponsors: Joe Gunning, Westlink Coaches, Henry Sorohan, Setia Construction, SKC Providers, Hubert McCormack, Noel McPartland, Enda McGloin, Seamus Heron, Keane Tiles, Carrick Craft, Cara Pharmacy, Murtagh’s Bar, AMC Fuels, Pyramid Bookmakers, Scollan’s Gala, Glenview Natural Stone, CFPH Plumbing, Carrig Brewing Company, McNiffe’s Boxty, TNT Talk ‘n’ Tech, Lough Allen Hotel, Stephen Reynolds Pant Hire, Brian Foley, Gerry Reynolds, Gibbon’s Centra, Niall Scollan Cars, Aura Leisure Centre, Drumshanbo Mart, The Millrace, Lynch’s Paints Kilclare, Fringe Hairdressing, Moran’s Bicycles, TX Upholstery, Leitrim Chimney Cleaning Services, Cllr. Gerry Dolan & Family, An Tostal Festival, John P. Moran & Sons, Cllr. Brendan Barry, P. McManus & Son Building Contractors, Gilrane & Associates Agri Advisors, Connacht Gold, Little Wonders Montessori, Mulvey’s Hardware & DIY, Lough Allen Education Centre, Gill’s Tyres, Euromotive Components, K Wood, Ray Gilmartin Agri & Forestry Services, OBN Financial Services, Arigna Fuels, Drumshanbo Carpentry, Maintenance & Repair, The Sign Warehouse, ST Electrical, The Hair & Beauty Shop, McKeon’s Cabs,  Drumshanbo Community Centre, O’Rourke’s Garage, Paschal Mooney & Family, Leitrim Road Hardware, Rosebank Retail Park, La Belle Fleur, Fintan Reynolds Window Cleaning, Jinny’s Bakery, Ardcolum Agri Stores, Drumshanbo Construction, Noel Moran Joinery, North West Tool Hire, Mick the Barber, The Shed Distillery, McGuire’s Self Catering Cottages, Drumshanbo Vocational School, Irish Food Export Consultancy, Drumshanbo Enterprise Centre, Black’s Printers, Bridge House Cleaners, Michael McGlynn Autoelect, Drumshanbo Credit Union, Barna Recycling & Mariu’s Takeaway. Special thanks also to everyone who helped out organising and on the night Richard Flynn, Martin McGowan, Seamus Heron, Alan Wynne, Gareth Smith, Ciara McTigue, Patrick McManus, Maeve Daly, John McKeon, Eamonn McGowan, Sean Wynne, to Joe Gunning & his staff and in particular M.C. Declan Lynch. Special thanks also to Hubert McCormack who acted as auctioneer. A big thank you to all who bought horses and congratulations to all the winners on the night for what was a very successful fundraiser.

Swan Bar Division 3 – The league now kicks off this weekend when we play Glenfarne at home. Please check fixtures for exact details. Best of luck to all concerned.

Newtowngore Engineering U-17 League – The U-17’s match against St. Marys was postponed due to the weather. We have a bye this weekend.

Barna Recycling U-13 League – The U-13’s game against Annaduff fell by the wayside at the weekend and we now play Kiltubrid at home on Sunday at 12noon. Best of luck to Cyril, Kenneth, Richard & the lads.

St. Francis Ladies – Best of luck to the ladies whose league campaign is due to kick off this weekend. No details of the fixture to hand but best wishes to Paul, Gareth & the team.

Mothers and Others:  Gaelic Football training resumes on Wednesday 14th of March in The Mayflower at 8pm. Anyone with an interest in learning new skills or those who may have played previously are welcome to join. It’s a great opportunity to get fit, have fun and make new friends! All are welcome.

Club Membership: Club membership is now overdue. If you still have not paid please contact  registrar, Neil Nolan or any club officer immediately.

25 Card Drive: Allen Gaels 25 Card Game continues every  Sunday evening in Aras Phadraig at 8:30pm. Refreshments served. All welcome.

Leitrim Supporters Club Draw: A final reminder that the big draw takes place on Saturday night. First prize is €5,000 and it also includes a trip to New York valued at €3,000. There are still a number of tickets available from club officers.

Lotto: There was no winner of the lotto jackpot & the numbers drawn were 01-06-20-24. The 5 prize winners of €20 each were: Eadaoin Lee, Drumcong; Blake Smith, Drumkeeran; Teresa Cornyn, Dowra; Aoife McKenna, Drumkeeran and Cara Syndicate, Drumshanbo. The jackpot now stands at €3,400.

Club Meeting: There is a club meeting this Saturday evening at 8pm in the clubhouse. All members welcome to attend.

Allen Gaels GAA Club Notes 27/02/2018

Annual Race Night – The race night takes place this Saturday in Conway’s and will also include the presentation of the Adult Kevin Keane Player of the Year Awards on the night. Please support one of the club’s major fundraisers for the year.

Swan Bar Division 3 – The league kicks off this weekend when we play Fenagh in Fenagh on Saturday at 4:30pm. Best of luck to all concerned.

Newtowngore Engineering U-17 League – The U-17’s travelled toFenagh onn Saturday on and after a tight battle came out the right side on a scoreline of 3-06 to 1-11. The lads face St. Marys in the park this Saturday at 12noon. Best of luck to Fergus, Micky, Noel & the team.

Barna Recycling U-13 League – The U-13’s lost out to Gortletteragh on Sunday morning in the pitch on a scoreline of 2-09 to 0-08. We play Annaduff away this Sunday at noon. Best of luck to Cyril, Kenneth, Richard & the lads.

Club Membership – Club membership is now due. Anyone who missed the registration night recently can still join by contacting registrar, Neil Nolan or any club officer.

25 Card Drive – Allen Gaels 25 Card Game continues every  Sunday evening in Aras Phadraig at 8:30pm. Refreshments served. All welcome.

NFL Division 4 – Well done to the senior team who secured the first points in the league with a well deserved win over Limerick on a scoreline of 2-18 to 1-09 on Sunday. Best of luck to Diarmaid & the lads as they head for London this weekend.

Leitrim Supporters Club Draw – A reminder that tickets are on sale from club officers for the big draw on Saturday week. First prize is €5,000 and it also includes a trip to New York valued at €3,000 so please support.

Lotto – There was no winner of the lotto jackpot & the numbers drawn were 02-09-12-22. The 5 prize winners of €20 each were: Shane McKeon, Ballinaglera; Amaia Gilhooly, Drumshanbo; Claire Barry, Roscunnish; Andrew & Hazel Riley, Ballinaglera and Philomena McKenna, Glangevlin. The jackpot now stands at €3,300.

Sympathy – The club extends deepest condolences to the Dolan Family, Corloughlin, on the very sad passing of Phyllis Dolan, who was laid to rest on Friday last. May she rest in peace.

Allen Gaels GAA Club Notes 20/02/2018

St. Francis Ladies – The ladies team took part in the Comortas Peile Paudi O’Se in West Kerry last weekend. After an opening win over Corca Dhuibhne of Kerry, the girls were beaten in the semi-final by eventual winners, Burrishoole of Mayo. Thanks to everyone who helped out with fundraising for and organising the trip.

Newtowngore Engineering U-17 League – The game against Ballinamore Sean O’Heslins didn’t go ahead on Sunday morning. The U-17’s travel to Fenagh on Saturday to take on the home side throw in 12noon. Best of luck to Fergus, Micky, Noel & the team.

Barna Recycling U-13 League – The U-13’s kicked off with a loss in Drumkeerin after a very early start on Sunday morning with a weakened team. We play Gortletteragh at home this Sunday at noon. Best of luck to Cyril, Kenneth, Richard & the lads.

U-11’s – The U-11’s had a good run out in Geevagh on Sunday morning. Many thanks to the Geevagh club for hosting the team.

Tony McGowan Run – The 6th Annual Tony McGowan Run took place on Sunday with a great turnout despite the weather. Well done to Drumshanbo Athletic Club on organising a great event.

Annual Race Night – The race night takes place on March 3rd in Conway’s. Anyone that can help out with sponsorship please contact any club officer. There will also be an awards presentation on the night.

Club Membership – Club membership is now due. Anyone who missed the registration night recently can still join by contacting registrar, Neil Nolan or any club officer.

Handball News – Drumshanbo had five participants in the Connacht Cumann na mBunscoil Finals in Salthill recently with Aidan Dowler, Aoife Nolan, Daire McCabe, Sean Nolan and Senan McGowan all taking part, congratulations to Aoife who won a bronze in the Girls U-13 Competition. Well done to all who made it to the finals. Congrats also to Dean Cornyn and Karl Foley who won the Leitrim Colleges First Year Doubles Final recently.

25 Card Drive – Allen Gaels 25 Card Game continues every  Sunday evening in Aras Phadraig at 8:30pm. Refreshments served. All welcome.

Lotto: There was no winner of the lotto jackpot & the numbers drawn were 11-12-19-20. The 5 prize winners of €20 each were: Josephine McCawley, Dowra; Phil McGowan, Drumshanbo; Sarah Beckett, Jamestown; Alex Jones, Dowra and Debra Keaney, Aughacashel. The jackpot now stands at €3,200.

Engagement: Congratulations to Andy Canning and Lisa Moran who announced their engagement at the weekend.

Sympathy: The club extends deepest condolences to the McKeon Family, Aughnagallop & Keshcarrigan, on the very sad passing of Ciaran’s brother, Damian, who was laid to rest in Drumcong last week. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam.