Kiltubrid GAA Club Notes 08/01/2017

Belated New Year Wishes – Happy belated New Year to all our players, coaches, supporters and neighbours. All the best for 2018 from all at the club.

St Stephen’s Day Charity Game – Our annual Charity game was competitive considering some players were feeling a little worse for wear. The over 25’s roared into a commanding lead by halftime but the under 25’s superior fitness showed with a strong comeback in the second half. Unfortunately for them, the over 25’s experience won out in the end by a slim 2 points.
We raised 600 euro for the Simon community and donated 30 euro to the walk in memory of Lorraine lynch that also took place on St Stephens Day in Drumshanbo. Thanks to all who braved the cold to watch the game and thanks to Geraldine and the girls for making tea for all who attended.

Poker – Thank you to everyone who supported a great night’s Poker in the Cardiff’s Lakeside Bar.  After an epic battle, Mickey Earley claimed first prize over Romychito Galang and Kevin Meehan in second and third respectively.  Well done to those who organized the tournament and thank you to our hosts Eilis & James Cardiff for their as ever great hospitality on the night.  All funds raised will go directly to new gym equipment for Kiltubrid GAA.

Kiltubrid GAA NFL Predictions Competition – Win €550 with  Kiltubrid GAA NFL Predictions competition which starts with Round 1 on 27th January.  It’s the same format as last year.  We’ve added an online Pay & Play facility which will allow you do your picks online if you pay €14 up front. Slips are currently available from Players but please contact our Facebook page if you want to get your hands on some slips. More details available on www.kiltubrid.gaa.ie/home/nfl-predictions-competition/

Want to Improve your Irish? – 

Irish conversation classes, or Ciorcal Comhrá, will start again in Ballinamore Library on Tuesday, 9 January 2018 at 8.00pm. There are separate groups for relative beginners, for those who have some Irish and for those who are fluent. These classes are a great opportunity to practice the Irish you know and to improve it. Also, Leaving Cert or transitional year students will find it useful for practice for their Irish orals. Classes are free and will run for 10 weeks to mid-March. Seo seans chun an Ghaeilge a labhairt. Beidh fáilte romhat. More information from Sean Ó Súilleabháin 087 6821566

Park Development Meeting – With the recent successful grant of €75000 for an upgrade of the Pairc Cill Tiobraid Playing Surface we are holding a meeting on Sat 13th January at 7.30pm in Cardiff’s, Drumcong.  Everyone who uses the Park in any way is encouraged to attend on the night as we look to plan a Fundraising Event to offset the additional costs outside the grant figure for the Development of the Playing Surface and general Park Facilities.  All ideas and Input are very welcome at this meeting as we undertake this major Park Development.

Condolences – Condolences to the family of Michael Sweeney who recently passed away in Galway. His funeral took place on the 30th of December. Michael lived in Keshcarrigan before moving to Galway over forty years ago. For those that don’t know he was a pivotal figure in promoting the GAA in Kiltubrid parish. He motivated many of the younger footballers in the sixties to get involved in football. His love of the Gaelic culture drove him to encourage many young lads at that time to participate in their club underage teams. He helped to shape the club to the way it is today. May he Rest In Peace.

Underage Registration – Underage Registration will take place this Friday 12th January at 7pm at the pitch. There will be a short presentation to discuss training requirements for the year. If anyone would like to help out with any of the underage teams in any way please contact Shane on 0872862841

St Mary’s Kiltoghert GAA Club Notes 03/01/2018

HAPPY NEW YEAR – St. Mary’s GAA would like to wish all members, players, supporters, family and friends a Happy and Healthy New Year. We thank you for the part you played in the club during 2017 and look forward to your continued support in 2018!

BERNARD MURRAY 5K MEMORIAL RUN/WALK – Hundreds turned out on Saturday last for Bernard’s 5K memorial walk/run. Young and old from the town and all over Leitrim, Roscommon & further afield came out to support his family and remember Bernard who was loved by all who had ever met him. It was great to see Bernard’s close friend and neighbour Clive Glancy first man home while the first female home was Dympna Kelly. Thanks so much to all who organised the event and helped in any way. A special thank you to Mark Kelly and Monica Shannon who captured this memorable day on camera all of which are up on our Facebook page.

OSKARS DVD’S FOR SALE – There are still a few DVD’s of our recent night at The OsKaRs on sale for €10.  They can be purchased from the following: Kieran’s Pharmacy, Ciaran Reynolds Butchers, Mulvey’s House of Gifts, Keaneys, Gerard Anthony Menswear, Paddy’s Bar & The Arch Bar, Jamestown. You can also order from Joe 0872385644 or Paula 0872480670 or any committee member.

WEDDING BELLS – Congratulations and very best wishes to Daniel Kennedy and Keara Freeley who were married in Greystones on Saturday. Wishing you both a lifetime of love, joy and happiness together.

Bornacoola GAA Club Notes 02/01/2018

Charity Game – Well done to all who played in our Charity game on New Year’s Day and to the large crowd who supported it. A word of thanks also to the organisers and in particular to Trevor Howard. Over €1300 was raised on the day for the North West Hospice. Our thanks also to Ray McBrien who refereed all three matches.
Darragh Healy RIP – The tragic passing of young player Darragh Healy just before Christmas cast a long shadow over the club throughout the festive season. Darragh was a quiet but popular member of the Junior squad over the past few years and will be sorely missed by his many friends and teammates. The GAA club were part of the guard of honour at his funeral in Rooskey and all club activities planned for the week of his passing were cancelled as a mark of respect. To his mother Irene and his extended family, we offer our deepest sympathies. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sé.
Club Draw Tickets 2018 – Tickets for the 2018 Club Draw are currently available from Club members and once again for just €20 you are guaranteed entry in all 12 monthly draws.
Membership – Membership for 2018 is now open – Adult Playing Membership (which includes Gym access – Ladies, Men and Mothers and Others)) is €100 (€40 for Students), Non-playing members – €20, and non-playing membership (with gym access fee) – €100. Membership can be paid to Brian Mallon or Damien Mc Guinness.
Sympathy – Our sympathies are extended to Mary Mulligan on the passing of her mother Bridie Brady in Ballinamuck over the Christmas period. Solas na bhfláitheas dá hanam.

Drumkeerin GAA Club Notes 01/01/2018

AGM Report – Following on from our reconvened AGM to elect a Chairperson and Treasurer, along with other executive positions for 2018. The following officers were elected. Chairperson Michael Forde, Vice Chairperson Francis Davitt, Secretary Margaret Fee, Asst. Secretary Pauric Murphy, Treasurer Francis McPadden, Asst Treasurer Seamus Gallagher. Registar Gabriel Flynn, PRO Dean McVeigh, Childrens Officer P J Ryan, I.T Officer David Moran, Coaching Officer Junior Hazlette, Players Rep. Kevie Forde, Park Committee Chairperson Noel Flynn, Executive Members Kevin Forde Bernie McCabe and John McTiernan, Insurance Officer Tommy Ginty, Senior Mens Team Manager Liam Gilmartin. Underage Team Management for 2018 will be selected at first executive meeting.
GAA Bingo – Our Bingo night will be this Saturday, 6th, in the Lough Allen College at 8.30pm, there are cash prizes. The GAA Christmas Raffle draw will also take place on the night and you can buy your lines from any of the men’s senior football team otherwise contact Dean McVeigh.
Christmas Lotto – A big thank you to all of our sponsors of the spot prizes for this years Christmas Lotto Draw. Numbers Drawn 8, 21, 14, 7. The Jackpot was € 2950 and there were no winners. The five
€20 winners were Gerry and Claire McTiernan Dromahair, Michael Gallagher Kilargue, Kelly McGovern Glanglevlin, Susan McGovern Corry, Henry Sorahan Drumshambo.
The winners of the spot prizes were Brendan Reilly Drumlish, Ian Forde Drumkeeran, John Joe Byrne, Jessica Lavin, Michael Early Sheena, Jimmy McCabe, Michael Woznica, Clodagh McPartland Bray, Roco Marciano, Vincent Mannion Killargue, Bernie McCabe, Mary McGuishan, Camilla McDonagh.

Happy New Year to All

Leitrim Gaels GAA Club Notes 01/01/2018

Race Night – Leitrim Gaels annual race night is set to take place on Saturday 27th January 2018. This is the clubs biggest fundraiser of the year. Horses are now on sale from club members. Anyone wishing to sponsor a race should contact Mark Chandler or any committee member.

2018 Calendars  –  2018 Leitrim Gaels calendars celebrating the fantastic year of 2017 from School’s football, Underage to Seniors and also our fantastic supporters and how you helped turn the village purple and green in 2017. Available in the Garage. Limited stock €10. Under 13 and 17 county final DVD’s are available to purchase from Bernie Goldrick or Mark Chandler.

County Team – Best of luck to Aidan, Brendan, Colm and the Leitrim senior team as they start their 2018 season. They play their first game of the year this evening under lights in the centre of excellence at 7pm against Roscommon.

Well Wishes – The club wishes a speedy recovery to one of our founding member Tommie Padden who was in hospital recently.

Fenagh St Cailllin’s GAA Club Notes 01/01/2018

New Year Wishes – Fenagh St Caillins GAA would like to wish all our members, players and supporters a Happy and Healthy New Year. Thank you for your support during 2017 and look forward to your continued support and to success in 2018.

Christmas Lotto Draw – Jackpot €2050, numbers drawn 6 5 2 4 8 7 1 3. No jackpot winner. €20 winners were Darragh McHugh, Knockmullin, Sean Flynn, Selton and Helena Gillooly, Adoon. Yearly ticket holder winner Fiachra Guckian. Christmas prize winners Melanie Bainbridge, Trish McLoughlin, Cecelia McCabe, Brian Wrynn and Fiachra Guckian. Thank you for supporting our Lotto during 2017.

Ballinaglera GAA Club Notes 01/01/2018

AGM – Ballinaglera GAA AGM will take place on Sunday January 14th 2018. All club members are asked to attend.

National Club Draw – Club players and officers are now selling National Club Tickets. There are wonderful prizes all provided by the GAA. Tickets cost €10 and all the proceeds go to the club.

Club Top – A Ballinaglera O’Neill’s half zip was found recently in Ballinaglera Hall. Anyone missing one please contact Verona.

Charity Match – A big thank you to everyone that supported the charity event on St Stephens Day. All funds raised go towards Karen Lyons Fundraising. Thanks to Seamus and the Mc Govern family for organising the day and to anyone that helped out in any way and to those who provided refreshments.

Sympathy – The club wishes to extend its sympathy to the Loughlin family on the passing of Margaret Sweeney. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a n-anamacha.

Aughawillan GAA Club Notes 31/12/2017

Aughawillan GAA Christmas Draw – Time’s running out to get tickets for our Annual Christmas Draw, with €8,000 of prizes to give away and a first prize of €5,000. Please support the draw by buying a ticket for €20 or 3 for €50.  Tickets will also be available online, check our Facebook page for more details.  The draw will take place in the Viking Lounge on Saturday 6th January.
Aughawillan GAA Christmas Poker Classic –  The Annual Poker Classic was held in the Ballymac Inn on Friday 29th December. Congratulations to all the winners, who are as follows: 1st: Pat Geoghegan, 2nd: Maura Sweeney, 3rd: Paul Gaffney, 4th: Pat Flanagan, 5th: Kevin Foley, 6th: Christy Creamer, 7th: Sean Quinn, 8th: Paddy Gilroy. Many thanks to the Ballymac for hosting the event and providing refreshments on the night. Thanks also to Timmy Winters and Pat Flanagan for running the classic and to those who donated spot prizes. Remembered on the night were Tommy Flynn and Vincie Gallogy who was a great supporter of the poker classic.
 
Club Lotto – Results for draw held in Taibharne an Bhainc on Wednesday 27th December. Numbers drawn 7, 12, 20, 25. No Jackpot winner. €20 winners:  1. Josie Walsh, Churh St. Ballinamore, 2. Simon Power, Drumcoura, 3. Gavin Duignan, Leitrim, 4. Fiona Beirne, Ardrum, 5. John Owens, c/o Mickeys Bar, Swanlinbar, 6. Fintan Shorrt, Ballinamore Village, 7. Conor Gaffney, Drumreilly. House Prize: Bottle of Powers: Zita Smith.
Comhghairdeas – Aughawillan GAA would like to congratulate Christy Prior and Andrea Horgan on their engagement over the Christmas period.
Retirement – Aughawillan GAA would like to wish  Jimmy Holohan all the best in his retirement from his position as Leitrim Games Promotion Officer.

Aughavas GAA Club Notes 30/12/2017

LOTTO – There was no winner of the Lotto jackpot on St Stephen’s day.  The numbers drawn were 1-7-0-3-4-6-5-2.  €30 winners were Dan O’Brien, Colette McBrien, Patrick Delaney, Peter McBrien and Roger Weedhani. The house prize sponsored by The Dugout was won by Catriona Brennan.    We would like to thank all our sponsors who sponsored spot prizes on St Stephen’s day – Ray McBrien, Ciaran & Marion McCabe, Tom & Mary McLoughlin, Martin Bohan, Clare Mollohan, Sean & Bridie Mollahan, Packie & Maureen Smith, Sean & Geraldine McKiernan, Colm & Mary Moran, The Heslin Family, The Reilly Family, John & Geraldine Maguire, Gerry Gallogly, Anthony & Ellen Curran, Gerry Maher, Hugh McIntyre and Pauline Harte. Congratulations to all the spot prizes winners: Joan Brady, Rachel Farrelly, Anthony Brennan, Ciaran Moran, Ollie McIntyre, Paul Bohan, Sarah McLoughlin, Laura McKiernan, Margaret A Curran, Shane Loughnane, Aaron Kelly, Emer Delaney, Jayne Charles, Bridie Wynne, Sarah & TJ McLoughlin, Shane McHugh, Tommy Creegan, Cian Brady, Mary McGovern, Megan Charles, Turlough Williams, Antoinette Brennan and Regina Foley.  The next Lotto draw will take place on Saturday 6th January in The Dugout.  Lotto Jackpot is €9,900. Envelopes are €2 each or three for €5. 

FUNDRAISING DRAW – Aughavas GAA Fundraising Draw tickets are now for sale. €20 each or a book of three tickets for €50.  1st Prize is €3,000, 2nd Prize €1,000 and 5 Prizes of €100. Tickets are available from all Club Officers and players. Please support this draw.

MEETING – A Club & Executive meeting will take place on Thursday 4th January at 9pm in the Club rooms.

ST STEPHEN’S DAY CHARITY MATCH – Our annual Sean Kiernan Memorial Cup charity match took place on St Stephen’s day at 2pm, whereby the under 30’s defeated the over 30’s.  Bridie Mollahan presented the Cup to Captain Paul Bohan and the Man of the Match trophy to Aidan Maguire.  A special thanks to Sambo Reilly for refereeing the match and managers Noel & Padraic for the u30’s and Ciaran & Gerry for the over 30’s . Thanks also to Gerry for an entertaining running commentary on the sideline during the match our own Davy Fitz!  Finally, thanks to all who helped out on the day.  The proceeds from the gate will be donated to the Leitrim Association for People with Disabilities.

CONGRATULATIONS – Congratulations to Conor Bohan and Leona Traynor, Scotstown who got engaged recently.  We wish them lots of happiness.

HAPPY NEW YEAR – Aughavas GAA Club would like to wish all our members, players, management, officials and supporters and their families at home and abroad a very Happy New Year.  We now look ahead to the 2018 season enthusiastically and look forward to your continued support.

Melvin Gaels GAA Club Notes 28/12/2017

Community “Stroll” in Aid of St Vincent de Paul – The Club would like to thank all who supported the “Stroll” on St Stephen’s Day and all who made generous donations. There was a great turnout and the sun shone and this added to the enjoyment. Thanks to all who helped out and a special thank you to the organisers of the refreshments in the Community Centre.

National Club Draw – The National Club Draw tickets are now on sale. This Draw is an opportunity for our club to raise much-needed funds. Melvin Gaels will retain all the proceeds raised through the sale of our tickets and all national prizes are provided by Ard Chomhairle. There are now 20 amazing prizes on offer, with the top prize of a new car!

We will also have a local draw done in advance of the national draw for any tickets sold by Melvin Gaels. Local Prizes
1. Hamper worth €100
2. Fuel Voucher worth €50
3. Melvin Gaels Rain jacket worth €50

Tickets are €10 – Get in touch with any committee member, message us on here or contact 0872870086.

 50/50 Draw – Congratulations to Padraig Sheridan, Millbrook, Kinlough who won €301 in last week’s 50/50 Draw. Get your ticket now for this week’s draw. The Club would to thank everyone who supported the draw in 2017 and to wish all a Happy and Successful 2018.

Aughnasheelin GAA Club Notes 27/12/2017

Re Secretary for our Club  –  As you are all aware our Rúnai Shirley is stepping down from her position after several years of trojan work for our Club – It is vitally important that we have a Secretary for our first meeting of the year in early January so it is up to every member to ensure this happens, there is loads of help there for whoever steps up to the role.

Membership Rates for the Year ahead  –  Family €60  –  Player (Working) €60 –  Player (Student) €50 – Adult non Player €40 – Juvenile €20.   Annual Lotto Tickets for 2018 are now available  –  €50 for the full year – they make a great present.

Don’t forget our Club Dinner Dance will be taking place on February 17th with Awards being presented on the night and the Co Board Awards Dinner Dance is taking place on February 3rd with 3 or our Club Members being honoured at that Intermediate Player Barry McWeeney, Senior Referee Brendan Sammon and for the 2nd year running Ciaran Cullen the U 17 Player of the Year – last year it was U 16 which Aaron Hoare won – a great achievement for our little Club.  Heres to 2018.

Happy New Year to all our Readers at home and scattered throughout the world and to John and all at the Sports Desk at the Leitrim Observer.

Ballinaglera GAA Club Notes 27/12/2017

Sympathy – The club wishes to extend its sympathy to the family of Gregory Cornyn who passed away on Friday morning last. Gregory was a true gentleman who loved Gaelic games and will be missed by the entire community. Ar Dheis De Go Raibh Anam.

AGM – Ballinaglera GAA AGM will take place on Sunday January 14th 2018.

National Club Draw – Club players and officers are now selling National Club Tickets. There are wonderful prizes all provided by the GAA. Tickets cost €10 and all the proceeds go to the club.

Club Top – A Ballinaglera O’Neill’s half zip was found recently in Ballinaglera Hall. Anyone missing one please contact Verona.

Nollaig Shona Dhaoibh – The club wishes all of our members and supporters a happy and peaceful Christmas.

St Stephen’s Day Fundraiser – There will be a fundraiser on St Stephen’s Day at the football field at 1 pm. All proceeds go to the Karen Lyons fundraising campaign. Karen is a good friend of Seamus and Caroline Mc Govern and it will be going towards treatment for a double lung transplant. Your support is greatly appreciated.