The Late Eoin Rock Kiltyclogher and GlenfarneKiltyclogher GAA Club

Leitrim GAA is saddened by the sudden death of Eoin Rock (23) who died suddenly on Tuesday while out jogging. The late Eoin played underage football with Glenfarne/Kiltyclogher GAA Club and was a playing member of the clubs Junior Team. His father, Ciaran is current Manager of the Glenfarn/Kiltyclogher Under 14 team and his brother Cian is a member of the clubs Intermediate team. 

Eoin is survived by his father Ciaran, mother Caroline and brothers Cian and Aidan to whom we extend our deepest sympathy at this most difficult of times.

Eoins remains are reposing at Our Ladys Hospital Chapel Manorhamilton today (Thursday) from 3pm to 6pm. Followed by Removal to St Patricks Church Kiltyclogher arriving at 7pm. Funeral Mass Friday at 11am followed by Cremation at Lakelands Crematorium Cavan at 3pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to the Irish Heart Foundation.

All associated with Leitrim GAA tender their deepest sympathy to the Rock family and the members of Glenfarne/kiltyclogher GAA Club on the sudden and tragic loss of Eoin.

Ar Dheis Dé go raibh sé.

 

 

 

 

09-Jul-15 by Declan Bohan – PRO

The Late Anselm Reynolds Foxfield Fenagh An Appreciation

The Late Anselm Reynolds, Foxfield, Fenagh – An Appreciation 

All members of Leitrim GAA were saddened with the recent passing of Anselm Reynolds, Foxfield, Fenagh. Anselm, a former Primary School Teacher and Principal, gave a lifetime of dedication to the GAA both locally and at County level with his involvement including many varied officerships both at senior and underage level in the county over five decades. Anselm’s interest in the progression of youth, be it in his earlier teaching days in the parish of Kiltubrid or later in his career in Fenagh is legendary and the very essence of what the GAA at local level always was and should always remain, an organisation that caters for all and finds place for all and where participation is key. 

Inevitably with such an interest in promoting GAA matters locally, Anselm became predominantly at County Level an Officer of what was then known as Bórd na nÓg and more recently became known as Coiste na nÓg. Holding many various positions on these committees Anselm could always be relied on for cool calm and collected thinking in dealing with contentious issues that may have arisen on various occasions. He was a familiar and friendly face at gates at many venues around the county in his role as treasurer at many underage finals through the 1990’s and into the early years of the 2000’s, having succeeded another great Fenagh man, the late Tom McLoughlin as Treasurer of Coiste na nÓg. Anselm had many proud GAA moments in his lifetime of involvement in Leitrim GAA and Coiste na nÓg. Standing tall among them we are sure is Leitrim winning the Connacht MFC in July1998 and going on to play Tyrone in the All-Ireland semi final in CrokePark in August. It was fitting that a person who had given a lifetime of dedication in the promotion of youth in the GAA should share in the excitement of that summer. Anselm continued his involvement in Coiste ns nÓg Liatroma and was a member of the local organising committee of Féile Peil Náisiúnta na nÓg which was hosted by Leitrim in 2007 and the event proved to be a resounding success as teams from all over Ireland and beyond these shores arrived in our county for a glorious July weekend and Anselm was a dedicated member of the committee in delivering this successful venture.

For the record, the genial Anselm served in the following main officer positions with Leitrim GAA:

Bord na nÓg Chairman 1964-1967 and 1970

Bórd na nÓg Vice Chair 1968-1969  and  1977

Bórd na nÓg Secretary  1960-1962  and 1974-1976

Bórd na nÓg Treasurer 1995-2002   

Assistant Secretary Senior Board 1963-1970

Unfortunately, in more recent times Anselm experienced failing health and on Sunday last news spread that he had passed on to his eternal reward. He was laid to rest in the grounds of Fenagh Abbey Cemetery on Tuesday last. All associated with Leitrim GAA convey our sympathies to his wife Eileen, sons Anselm Óg, Damien, Ronan, daughters Aideen and Fidelma, his sisters Máire, Detta and Anna, and all the extended Reynolds family. We have been privileged to have known Anselm and to have shared in his great wisdom and gentleness over many years.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh sé. 

 

 

02-Jul-15 by Declan Bohan – PRO

The late Michael Martin Aghadark Ballinamore RIP

The late Michael Martin, Ballinamore. RIP

Coiste Chontae Liatroma CLG and Leitrim GAA followers join in mourning the death of former Ballinamore and Leitrim football star and noted Gael, Michael Martin, Aghadark, Ballinamore.

We extend sincere sympathy to his wife Annette, daughters Susan, Louise, Caroline and Aideen, sisters Carrie, Joan and Evelyn, sons-in –law, brothers –in –law, sisters-in-law, his beloved grandchildren, uncle, nephews, nieces and other relatives on their very sad loss.

Michael won six Leitrim Senior Championship medals with Ballinamore in 1967, ‘68, ‘ 69, ‘72, ’73 and 1975 and was team captain in the 1973 final. As well, he also won a number of County League titles, together with numerous club tournaments. When the Ballinamore three-in –row team made an historic visit to play New York in gaelic Park in 1969, Michael was one of the main organisers and one of the star players on that trip.

During the 1960’s, Michael was a regular on the Leitrim senior team, his usual position being left half back, the same as had been held by his famous footballing uncle, Mike Dillon of Cloone, Leitrim and New York. When Leitrim reached the 1967 Connacht Final against Mayo, Michael was selected to partner Terry Blessing of Aughavas at midfield. Whether lining out with his club or county, Michael Martin could always be depended on to give of his all and had great pride in his jersey.

Michael will repose at his home on Tuesday June 9th from 11am to 4pm, with removal to St. Patrick’s Church, Ballinamore, arriving at 7pm. His funeral mass will be celebrated at 12 noon on Wednesday, with burial in Oughteragh Cemetery.

Solas na bhFlaitheas dá anam uasal, dílis.

 

 

08-Jun-15 by Leitrim GAA

Good Luck Message to Leitrim Team from Main Team Sponsor Bush Hotel

Bush Hotel, Ck-on Shannon

Home and Proud Sponsor of Leitrim GAA! 

Good Luck Leitrim!

220 years of Hospitality in the

Heart of Carrick on Shannon 

Looking forward to welcoming you all after the match!!

 www.bushhotel.com      071 96 71000

 

 

 

 

 

14-May-15 by Joe Dolan – Bush Hotel

Leitrim GAA Annual Church Gate Collection 2015

The Leitrim GAA Annual Church Gate Collection will take place at all Churches in County Leitrim on this Saturday/Sunday May 16th/17th.

Your support as always will be greatly appreciated.

 

 

13-May-15 by Declan Bohan – PRO

Leitrim GAA Open night 5pm 4th May 2015

“Be There. All The Way”

2015 GAA Open nights Week – 4th – 10th of May

 Leitrim GAA Open night Monday 4th May 2015 5pm

Each year since 2012, the GAA has had coordinated County Open nights in advance of the Championship Season. The Leitrim Open night will take place in Páirc Sean Mac Diarmada on Monday next, May 4, commencing at 5pm. This will provide an opportunity for people of all ages to come in and meet their county players of both codes and engage in pitch activities. It is essentially a family evening and what better way to round off the Bank Holiday Weekend than to spend it engaging with the footballers who have worked so hard all spring to ensure that they will be at their best facing Galway/New York in Páirc Sean Mac Diarmada on May 17th and also the County Hurlers who will commence their Lory Meagher Cup Campaign v Sligo on Saturday next in Ballinamore.

The County Minor Footballers who are busily preparing for the Connacht MFC in June will also be in attendance.

Young players attending are encouraged to wear County/Club Colours and wear footwear that will allow them to participate fully. 

Leitrim GAA looks forward to an exciting evening! 

Timetable Monday May 4th Páirc Seán Mac Diarmada

5.00pm          Gates open

5.15pm          Skills Competitions/Mini Games/Coaching Drills for young players with County Players of both codes.

6.00pm          Autographs, Photo Opportunities, Merchandise distribution.

6.30pm          Address by Team Management s

6.45pm          Finish

 

 

28-Apr-15 by Declan Bohan – PRO

The Late Fergus O Rourke Dunshaughlin Co Meath and Aughavas Co Leitrim

Leitrim GAA wishes to record its sincere sympathy with the family of the late Fergus O Rourke, Dunshaughlin, Co Meath, and formerly of Aughavas, Co Leitrim on his sad passing yesterday.

Fergus was a former Leitrim County Player of the 1960s and also played Senior Club Football with his native Aughavas in that decade, a decade during which Aughavas won two Leitrim SFC titles in 1963 and 1966 and in each of which Fergus played a pivotal role.

The O Rourke Family relocated to Skryne, Co Meath during the early 1960s and have gone on to enjoy many successes both on and off the field of play in the intervening decades. We tender our sincerest condolences to all family members on this sad occasion.

Fergus, who died peacefully at Connolly Hospital, Blanchardstown, is survived by his loving wife Aidie and sons Tiernan, Brian, Breffni and Fergus Jnr. He will be sadly missed by his family, his adored grandchildren, daughters-in-law Rebecca and Louise, son-in-law David, brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and his many friends.

His remains are reposing at his home from 2pm this Wednesday afternoon. Removal on Thursday to St Patrick & Seachnall Church, Dunshaughlin, arriving for Funeral Mass at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in adjoining cemetery. House Private on Thursday morning.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh sé.

 

 

21-Apr-15 by Declan Bohan – PRO

Rule changes following on from GAA Congress 2015 come into effect

Rule changes following on from GAA Congress 2015 come into effect as of this weekend – Saturday, April 11. 

The rule changes are outlined in this article below on GAA.ie

http://www.gaa.ie/gaa-news-and-videos/daily-news/1/0704151254-new-rules/ 

Please find links to the Official Guide Parts 1, 2 and the new Disciplinary Handbook below.

Official Guide Part 1

http://www.gaa.ie/content/documents/publications/official_guides/2015%20Official%20Guide%20-%20Part%201.pdf

 

Official Guide Part 2

http://www.gaa.ie/content/documents/publications/official_guides/2015%20Official%20Guide%20-%20Part%202.pdf

 

Disciplinary Handbook

http://www.gaa.ie/content/documents/publications/discipline/2015%20Disciplinary%20Handbook%206th%20Edition.pdf

 

 

09-Apr-15 by Declan Bohan – PRO

Leitrim GAA Supporters Club 2015

Please support Leitrim GAA in its largest fund raising drive of 2015 as the clock ticks towards the Big Draw in Coxs Steahouse on Saturday night March 28th. Tickets are available through your club or indeed online at www.leitrimgaa.ie 

Leitrim GAA is depending on your support in continuing to make this draw the success it has proved to be over the years.

Your support is greatly appreciated.

 

 

16-Mar-15 by Declan Bohan – PRO

Mass of Hope – Donal Greene

On Friday evening March 6th at 8 pm, a special Mass will be held in St Marys Church Aughnasheelin, for the the family and friends of Donal Greene, to give everyone an opportunity to pray for his return to his family and support his family with prayer together. All welcome.

Thanks to everyone who went down to Templeport to help with the search. Searches continue every day at 9am and 1pm from Templeport Resource Centre. Your help is truly appreciated. 

 

 

06-Mar-15 by Declan Bohan – PRO

Insurance Information Seminar

Insurance Seminar
 
An Insurance Information Seminar will take place this Thursday night February 26th at 8pm in Pairc Sean.
 
Ms Sinead Leavy, Insurance Manager, Páirc an Chrócaigh, will attend.
 
This Information Seminar is for the benefit of all clubs, so it is extremely important that all Club Insurance Officers, Chairpersons, Secretaries and Players Representatives and any another people who may be interested are issued an open invitation to attend.

 

 

 

23-Feb-15 by Declan Bohan – PRO

The Late Josie Murray RIP

The Late Josie Murray RIP

It is with sadness and regret, not alone in Carrick-on –Shannon, but throughout Leitrim and indeed much further afield, that we learn of the passing  the footballing legend Josie Murray. After a short illness, borne with great tolerance and dignity, Josie lost his battle with life on this morning (Thursday) at his home surrounded by his family and friends. Born in 1938 he attended The Presentation Brothers National School where his natural athletic ability was quickly identified and nourished. He represented St. Marys at every level and was a member of their first winning county championship team in 1958 wearing the number 6 jersey. He added his second county medal sixteen years later when he played at corner back with Sheemore Gaels, an amalgamation of St. Marys, Kiltubrid and Fenagh. He too won numerous hurling championship medals with St Marys as he was also a talented hurler and played on the county hurling team over many years.

While his achievements with his local club are well documented it is with his beloved Leitrim that Josie will be best remembered. He captained the famous Leitrim minor team that won the Connacht championship in 1956 and gave a heroic display at his customary centre half back position in losing to Dublin in the All Ireland final. He quickly moved on to the senior panel and was an integral part of the great senior county team that was defeated in the Connacht finals of 1958,59,60, and 61. He represented Connacht and was unfortunately on the losing teams of 1961, 63, 64 and 65 on St. Patricks Day. In recognition of his talent and skill he was chosen as centre half back on the Leitrim team of the Millennium.

On finishing school Josie commenced employment with local firm John Gilmartin and later moved to New York where he played football for Leitrim while working there. Josie and his beloved wife Evelyn moved back to Ireland to raise their family and Josie moved to Dublin and commenced working with Bus Eireann, quickly moving to the rank of Inspector. While in Dublin he was an avid supporter of all things Leitrim and was a founding member of the Leitrim Golf Classic and the Dublin Branch of the Leitrim Supporters Club helping in no small way in the efforts towards raising funds to promote the fortunes of all Leitrim teams. Indeed only last May he was a prime mover of a golf classic in Carrick-on-Shannon to raise funds for the Leitrim Senior Team on the eve of the Connacht Championship and when Tommie Moran compered a great “Up for the Match” night prior to the County Final in the Bush Hotel just last September Josie was one of his guests who reminisced on the St. Marys club over many years and did so with wonderful wit and charm, finishing off his contribution with a great rendering of one of his favourite songs.

Josie’s deep faith was evident from his commitment to the local church. He was always available to prepare for the various celebrations taking place by placing bunting and flags suitable for the occasion in the church grounds. He was also a Chairperson of the Church Finance Committee.

To his wife Evelyn, sons Declan, Niall and Keith, brothers Johnny and Seamus, and to his extended family all Leitrim Gaels extend their heartfelt sympathies.

Funeral Arrangements:

Reposing at his residence, LisnÓgolt, Ck-on-Shannon, this evening Thursday from 7pm to 9pm and tomorrow Friday until 5pm. House Private tomorrow Friday 5m to 6pm with removal to St. Mary’s Church, Carrick-on-Shannon, arriving at 6.30pm.
Mass of Christian burial on Saturday at 12noon with funeral afterwards to St. Mary’s Cemetery. House private from 5pm on (Fri) evening please. 

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílis  

 

 

12-Feb-15 by Leitrim GAA