Many congratulations to the Leitrim Ladies team and panel on their fantastic win in Croke Park today. It was a very entertaiing game and Leitrim never lost their composure something no doubt they gained from last years experience. A homecoming event will be held tomorrow evening as all teams are tonight in the City West hotel for the Post Match Banquet. Full details of the homecoming will be posted here tomorrow.
The following is match report by RTE and the photo is courtesy of Inpho
A tremendous display by the 34-year-old Ann Marie Cox, who scored eight points, ensured that Leitrim won only their second-ever adult Ladies football title and a first-ever Intermediate success at Croke Park this afternoon.
The final was certainly on a knife-edge throughout and although Wexford held a 0-05 to 0-01 lead after nine-and-a-half minutes play, they were certainly tested by a very committed and strong Leitrim team who turned a four-point deficit into a two-point interval lead.
Leitrims first and only point of the opening ten minutes came from half-forward Anna Conlon, but Wexford were strong and excellent points from Deirdre Fox, Caroline Murphy, Sharon Kehoe, Liz Evered and Kate Kelly gave Brendan Dardis charges the early advantage.
However, Leitrim suddenly bounced back strongly with four points in a three-minute spell, with veteran player Cox in excellent form from placed balls, while Eileen Donaghue and Sarah McLoughlin were also on target as the sides were level for the second time.
Wexford regained the lead thanks to a Josie Dwyer effort but Leitrim responded well.
Following a superb save by goalkeeper Louise Loughlin from a Kate Kelly shot, the Leitrim side bossed the tie until the interval with another Cox pointed free and two Sarah McLoughlin points from play ensuring a 0-08 to 0-06 half-time lead for them.
Caroline Murphy responded well for Wexford with the first point after the restart but Leitrim still held the lead. Yet the purple and gold-clad side quickly broke in front thanks to a well-worked goal from Kate Kelly, who shook off the challenge of two defenders to score.
But Wexfords lead was to be short-lived as the free-taking machine that is Ann Marie Cox scored her sides next four points. Coxs dead ball prowess, along with scores from Eileen Donaghue and Sarah McLoughlin, saw Leitrim build up a 0-15 to 1-08 lead.
Wexford managed to point two frees in quick succession but Leitrim continued to remain strong and an excellent point from play from Cox summed up Leitrims day.
Wexford never gave up but Leitrims defence remained resilient and they went on to lift a first adult title since 1988.
Leitrim: L Loughlin; C Holohan, S Brennan, M McKeon (0-01); C Tyrell, L Brennan, T Mylott; M Quinn, A Brennan; A Conlan (0-01), S McLoughlin (0-5), E McGlade; AM Cox (0-08, 7f), E Donaghue (0-02), M Reynolds.
Subs used: M Stenson for Holohan (h-t).
Wexford: MR Kelly; M Murray, M Leacy, A Waters; M Kelly, L Tector, M Doyle; D Fox (0-02, 2f), C Scallan, L Evered (0-01), J Dwyer (0-02), S Kehoe (0-01); K Kelly (1-01), C Murphy (0-2), M Hearne.
Subs used: N Scallan for Doyle (28 mins), G Moore for M Kelly (47), B Curran for Evered (50), K Morris for Leacy (58).
23-Sep-07 by Brendan Doyle – PRO
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Coaching news
Club FootballUnder 14 School of excellence
Following a very successful day out in Castlebar on Saturday last our under 14 squad will have this weekend off but check next weeks news or the web site for details of our next session.
Under 15 School of excellence
The squad had an excellent session on Monday last with John Morrison. Their next outing is on September 5th inÓgalway, players please check next weeks news for full travel details.
Under 16 Development squad
Disappointment on Wednesday last when the Fr. Manning shield final against Offaly was called off with both teams at the Longford venue. The constant rain, which was forecast from early in the week left the pitch unplayable but with the expense and time involved for all Counties, surely one of the nearby all weather pitches should have been secured as a back up. Pearse Park the original home of the Fr. Manning final was empty on the evening. At the moment we have no official date for the game.
25-Aug-09 by Thomas Keenan
Coaching News
CoachingUnder 14 School of excellence
Our under 14 School of excellence will resume next weekend with a session in Ballinaglera GAA park, commencing at 10.30am. All players please attend.
Under 15 School of excellence
The under 15 school of excellence played Cavan on Saturday last in St. Marys GAA grounds Ck – on – Shannon. All players got game time with management using two different teams over the course of the session. Players have a break next week but full details of all upcoming sessions will be published in next weeks news.
Under 16 Development squad
Our under 16 development squad put in an excellent afternoons work in a challenge game against Cavan on Saturday last, winning by a point at the final whistle. Management gave all players game time in preparations for round one of this years Ted Webb blitz which will take place in Pairc Sean and St. Marys GAA grounds Ck – on – Shannon on Saturday next July 25th commencing at 2 o clock. Leitrim welcome Sligo, Galway City & West and Mayo South & West to Ck – on – Shannon and we would appeal to any Leitrim supporters free on Saturday afternoon to come along and support the Leitrim team and the overall blitz. Bus routes and times as follows.
Ballinamore 12.05, Carrigallen 12.25, Aughavas 12.35, Cloone 12.45, Mohill 12.55, Masonite 1.05, Ck – on – Shannon 1.15.
Kinlough 11.55, Manorhamilton 12.15, Factory Turn 12.25, Drumkeerin 12.35, Drumshanbo 12.55, Leitrim Village 1.05, Ck – on – Shannon 1.15.
Vhi GAA Cul camps 2009
Thanks to all the children who turned out in large numbers at last weeks Vhi GAA cul camps in Kinlough, Mohill & Drumshanbo. Special word of thanks to the Annaduff GAA club for making their grounds available to us on Wednesday morning as the pitch in Mohill was unplayable following Tuesday evenings downpour. Leitrim County star Dermot Reynolds, this years Vhi GAA cul camp ambassador, has been calling to all camps, giving advise and answering all sorts of questions, so kids have your question ready for Dermot when he calls into your camp. Next week is the last week of our camps so children dont miss out on a great week of activities in Leitrim, Drumkeerin & Fenagh (Sean O Heslins).
Fenagh Vhi GAA cul camp
Parents and children who have registered or are planning to attend the Fenagh camp, please note that this camp will now take place in Sean O Heslins GAA grounds Ballinamore. The change of venue is due to onÓgoing works on the pitch in Fenagh.
Registration
Places are still available on next weeks three camps Drumkeerin, Fenagh ( Ballinamore Sean OHeslins) & Leitrim Gaels. Registration can be by application form or by means of the new on line system.
This new system can be accessed from the GAA website, www.gaa.ie or from the Leitrim GAA website simply by clicking on the VHI logo. If however parents do not wish to use the new online system they can still fill out the paper application form and forward it direct to Thomas Keenan, Pairc Sean, Ck-on-Shannon.
22-Jul-09 by Thomas Keenan
Coaching people with Disabilities
GeneralOver the last decade awareness of sport for people with disabilities in Ireland has increased due to several factors including, the hosting of the Special Olympics World Games, the successes of Irish athletes at Paralympic Games and the development of structures by the Irish Sports Council, Sport NI, Disability NGBs, Disability Sport agencies and a number of mainstream NGBs.
Coaching Ireland launched the Coaching Strategy for Ireland with an all-Ireland remit, working to the policies of the Irish Sports Council and Sport NI.
The vision for coaching in Ireland is (as stated in the Coaching Strategy for Ireland 2008)
"Everyone involved in sport is working together with the common aim of delivering a quality coaching system which:
Is inclusive and fully integrates participants, performers and coaches of all abilities and backgrounds"
In order to achieve this vision, the Coaching Strategy for Ireland, included the Strategic Theme: Improving Access and Inclusion. Coaching Ireland worked with an expert group (established by NCTC) to develop this framework and the materials required to implement same. This Framework will provide the opportunity to address coaching for people with disabilities in a pragmatic manner up to 2012, in line with the Coaching Strategy for Ireland.
John Treacy, Chief Executive, Irish Sport Council and Eamonn McCartan Chief Executive of Sport Northern Ireland both attended the launch today and stressed the importance of an the all island approach to the framework and the work of Coaching Ireland.
Speaking at the launch, Mary Davis, Managing Director, Special Olympics Europe/Eurasia said that "Given the greater awareness in Ireland that people with disabilities participate in sport, it is appropriate to put in place coach education programmes to assist in making this involvement sustainable in the long-term. Having coaches deployed across sport at all levels who can provide quality experiences for people with disabilities will allow more to get involved, gain the benefits of being involved and contribute to keeping them involved for life."
Also speaking at the launch, John Fulham, former European 100m/200m sprint champion and Paralympic Finalist said that "The coaching process is the same for people with disabilities and non disabled. Good coaches listen to and look at the needs of individual participants, develop and deliver coaching programmes to optimise the ability of the athletes, review what is happening and repeat this cycle. For any athlete the input of a good coach will assist them to optimise their ability."
Coaching Ireland also announced today some of the key implementation requirements which are already in place, training will take place at the end of May and again in June to prepare the tutors to deliver the material. Declan O Leary Head of Coaching Services said that "Coaching Ireland are looking forward to supporting the National Governing Bodies to integrate the disability awareness materials into their coach education courses."
For further information contact:
Sheelagh Quinn, Head Corporate Services
Coaching Ireland
University of Limerick
Limerick
061-202895
086-2235906
sheelagh.quinn@coachingireland.com
07-Jun-09 by GAA.ie
Celebrity Bainisteoir – The Cuala experience
GeneralUp for the match Friday night 6th March in Cuala GAA Club Dalkey
Des Cahill interviewed George Hook, Paddy Cullen, Katherine Lynch and Mickey Quinn before a large attendance in Cuala Clubhouse on Friday night’s up for the match. The general view from the George & Paddy camp was that it really was a David v Goliath affair and it was great Dromahaire were coming up to give them a game. The Cuala Club have sixty five teams (yes 65) so no one could argue with the description. However George Hook did mention that he felt Dromahair were a lot better than he was led to believe and he felt Katherine Lynch was telling him loads of sad tales of injuries, players not turning up for training etc. Katherine Lynch knows her football and knows exactly what she is doing. She grew up in a GAA house with Maureen & Tom dissecting every game played by Mohill over the last thirty years. The Cuala management team seemed cocky of winning and were not shy about showing it. The advance party of Dromahair supporters were looking worried at this stage but when Des Cahill asked Mickey Quinn’s wife Mary to the stage to sing Lovely Leitrim she really got the Dromahair supporters in the right frame of mind for the big weekend ahead.
Match Day
On a beautiful sunny & mild day, streets in Dalkey were closed off around the Cuala Pitch to facilitate the crowds. The population of Dromahair seemed to be in Dalkey and Dublin based Leitrim supporters all travelled to the beautiful Dublin village. Gerry McGovern Chairman of Leitrim County Board took the train to Dalkey and on his way met up with the one and only Peter Gordon originally from Mohill. They were met at Dalkey station and taken to the venue via a guided tour of Dalkey. A number of supporters travelled from other clubs in the county to support the Dromahair team.
Who was there?.
Celebrity Bainisteoir is a Televised national event. Where there is a camera you will find a politician. Among the politicians present were Mary Hanafin, Barry Andrews, Sean Barrett, John Bailey, Mary Lou McDonald & Gay Mitchell. I am sure there were many others there I did not see or know. Two Leitrim men heavily involved in the Cuala club are Willie McHugh ( Mohill) and Enda McGowan ( son of Aidan McGowan Kinlough). Both men made Leitrim people especially welcome and the family atmosphere of the club reflects their massive contribution to it.
The venue
Cuala venue was expecting a large crowd and they got it.Marquees were set up in the ground where tea, coffee sandwiches, hot dogs, burgers were all available for young and old. All age groups were facilitated. In the club house you could get hot food and a beer, and mix with supporters from both clubs. Everything was in place for a wonderful game.
The game
Dromahair received a massive welcome on to the pitch from its supporters. When Katherine Lynch appeared on the pitch and waved to the supporters the place went wild with supporters shouting Dromahair –Dromahair. The players told me afterwards it was unbelievable to hear the supporters shouting Dromahair. The game itself will be shown on TV shortly and will be worth watching. It will go down as one of the longest matches ever played as it involved normal time ( 60 minutes) + extra time ( 2 x 10 minutes) + extra time ( 2 x x5 minutes ). The winning score for Dromahair came with the last kick of the game and sent their supporters wild with delight. Grown men hugged and kissed each other, and there was a few women hugged as well. I witnessed one supporter hugging a tree.
After the game
Supporters converged on the pitch and were very reluctant to leave it. While the players were absolutely brilliant all the supporters sought out Mickey Quinn & Katherine Lynch. The team were brilliantly prepared and played with pride, passion, confidence and intelligence.
As a player Mickey never accepted defeat and you could see his input all over the team. Katherine loves a bit of fun but when a job needs to be done no better woman than Katherine. It was like 1994 when Leitrim won the Connacht Championship. It was a very special day.
Apres Match
RTE’S 1 afternoon TV presenter Blathnaid Ni Chofaigh conducted the after match interviews in a packed club house with George Hook, Katherine Lynch & Mickey Quinn. The Dromahair supporters seemed to outnumber the locals such was the excitement with the victory. Paddy Cullen did not attend and the Cuala gang were in total shock. George Hook certainly was shocked and thanked all his Cuala players and the Cuala club for all the support they gave him. Such was his state of shock he forgot to congratulate Dromahair. When Mickey Quinn & Katherine Lynch spoke the clubhouse roared its approval. David has slainÓgoliath and every Dromahair supporter present had been part of a very special day.
10-Mar-09 by
Last gasp winner for Waterford against Leitrim in Ladies NFL Div 2 tie
LadiesLeitrim 1-08 Waterford
Following a comprehensive defeat in their opening game against Sligo two weeks ago, Leitrim were determined to improve their performance and they certainly did against a strong cohesive Waterford team who started the game in a very determined fashion. Leitrim had a number of impressive performances with Ann Conlan, Teresa Mylott and Mariead McCawley excellent in defence while in Deirdre McDermott, Aoife Kelly, Lorraine Brennan and particularly in the second half Sarah Mc Loughlin all contributed to a much improved team performance.
Straight from the throw in, Waterford gained possession when the ball was played to the impressive full forward Michelle Ryan who pointed from play. Indeed Waterford dominated the first quarter with Leitrim struggling to adjust to the pace of the game and Waterford’s direct style of play. A minute later Ryan pointed a free to increase the lead. It took Leitrim eight minutes to mount a meaningful attack as Naomi Lee hit a free wide. Ryan and Lorraine Brennan both hit wides before midfielder Ann Dunphy hit a third point through the middle following a perceptive ball from Mairead Wall on the right. Leitrim had an excellent opportunity to open their account five minutes later but the attack broke down and at the other end Louise Loughlin had to save from Linda Wall. Midway through the half full forward Ryan hit a huge point from forty meters from play as Waterford continued to dominate. The turning point of the half came as centre back Anna Conlan broke up another Waterford attack and her clearance to Aisling Brennan set up Deirdre McDermott for a fine point from play. Leitrim won the kickout and set up another attack that resulted in a 13m free that was unfortunately sent wide by Lee. Almost immediately Sarah McLoughlin made amends with a point from play as Leitrim began to settle into the game. Conlan was again influential in Leitrims next score as she again won possession in defence and set up Deirdre McDermott for a point from a free to leave just a point between the teams. Waterford responded with another Ryan free with ten minutes remaining in the half. Evy Guckian had a goal chance three minutes later but was fouled by Grainne Enright who was sent to the sin bin for ten minutes. McDermott pointed the resulting free. Ryan pointed two minutes later from a free as Leitrim desperately defended to keep their goal intact. The final action of the half ended with a great Leitrim point from Aoife Kelly from play following a great move involving Sarah McLoughlin, Camilla McDonagh and Lorraine Brennan to leave just a point between the teams.
The second half proved to be a great contest as Sarah McLoughlin wonm the throw in and found McDermott who wade a great run through the middle of the defence and her pass to Naomi Lee was pointed to level the game. Lee pointed a minute later from a free to give Leitrim the lead for the first time in the game. She had another opportunity to increase the lead but shot wide from a forty meter free as Enright returned to the field. Ryan levelled matters again from a free after five minutes as Sarah McManus replaced Clare Owens in the Leitrim half forward line and Sarah McLoughlin went to midfield. Leitrim then created a great goal chance but Evy Guckian’s effort was brilliantly saved by Amy Jordan after great work from Aoife Kelly to set her up. Waterford led again after ten minutes with a point from Linda Wall and Ryan converted another free moments later to increase the lead to two. Leitrim responded immediately with a great move upfield and when Sarah McLoughlins initial shot was blocked, she was on hand again to unleash an unstoppable left footed drive to the net. Leitrim did have a let off moments later as Waterford hit the crossbar but Lorraine Brennan increased the lead to two after fifteen minutes with a point from play. Michelle McGrath cut that lead to the minimum and Leitrim defended well to prevent a further score. Leitrim replaced Camilla McDonagh and Aoife Kelly with Eilis Quinn and Michelle Reynolds for the final ten minutes as they sought to consolidate their lead. An Aoife Kelly free dropped short and on the counter attack Waterford levelled matters on the stroke of full time with yet another Ryan point from play. Leitrim had one last opportunity to win the game but lost the ball and Waterford made the most of their last chance when Ruth Kirwan pointed from play with the last action of the game. Leitrim must now travel to Wexford next weekend in a game they must win to have a chance of making the play offs and avoid relegation.
Leitrim: Louise Loughlin, Carla Creegan, Sinead Brennan, Mairead McCawley, Teresa Mylott (Capt) Anna Conlan, Camilla McDonagh, Deirdre McDermott, Aisling Brennan, Sarah McLoughlin, Lorraine Brennan, Clare Owens, Evy Guckian, Naomi Lee, Aoife Kelly Subs: E Quinn, M Reynolds.
Waterford: A Jordan, G Enright, E Cooney, L Hogan, N Dunphy, M Foley, A McGovern, M McGrath, A Dunphy, M Foley, E Power, M Wall, R Manahan, M Ryan, L Wall.
Referee: M Farrelly (Cavan)
15-Feb-09 by
Coaching News
CoachingUnder 14 School of excellence.
On Saturday last the boys were due to travel to Galway to take part in the Sean Purcell blitz. However due to the downpour on Friday evening it was felt that pitches would not be safe and as a result the blitz had to be called off. This caused us all some headaches and much disappointment, however it is hoped to reschedule the blitz for early October. A special word of thanks to all club coaches who contacted their players to let them know the blitz was cancelled.
Training will continue on Saturday next in Drumshanbo GAA park at 1.00 pm.
Under 15 School of Excellence.
On Saturday next the under 15 squad will travel to Kinawley to play Fermanagh in a challenge game at 11 am. Bus times and routes are listed below.
For any further information please contact Terry McManus.
Kinlough 8.40, Manorhamilton 9.00, Drumkeerin 9.20, Drumshanbo 9.40, Ballinamore 10.00.
Ck-on-Shannon 8.45, Masonite 9.00, Mohill 9.10, Cloone 9.20, Aughavas 9.30, Carrigallen 9.40, Ballinamore 10.00
10-Sep-08 by Thomas Keenan
Saturday – update
County FootballFinal preparations for tomorrows game went according to plan today as the full squad got a good run out in gaelic Park. The weather today was dry and a little humid but more pleasant then yesterdays downpour. Tomorrows weather is forecast to be a little cloudy but warmer than today at 20-22 deg C.
The team will not be announced until tomorrow prior to the game when all eyes will focus west as the 2nd game of the All Ireland series takes place at 8pm Irish time.
We will of course be providing the Live scoreboard feature both on this website and on your mobile phone on mobile.LeitrimGaa.ie.
Local Stations Shannonside FM and Ocean FM will also carry the full coverage as John Lynch and Kevin Blessing take the game to the air waves.
Last night word is that the supporters had a very enjoyable night in gaelic Park after Aughnasheelin and Astoria Gaels drew in a very evenly matched game followed by a function hosted by Aughnasheelin.
Its now less than 24 hours to throw-in and wed like to wish the team and management the very best of luck.
10-May-08 by Brendan Doyle – PRO
Directions to Kilmallock
County FootballThe last game of the Allianz League is in Kilmallock on Sunday. The park is located close to the centre of Kilmallock and is easily accessible. When in the centre of the town take a right at a cross roads and the pitch is on the left hand side (see picture of pitch location below).
This is a crucial game and your support will be very appreciated by the team and management.
Ive provided a Google Earth image of pitch location here
and a map of full journey and also a map of route from Limerick
For supporters wishing to attend the game please note the following directions from AA Roadwatchs route planner:
Recommend route From Carrick – (Estimated time 3.45 hrs – 233Kms / 145 miles)
and then
17-Apr-08 by Brendan Doyle – PRO
Who Wants to be a Thousandaire
LadiesLEITRIM LADIES G.A.A. SUPPORTERS CLUB
Leitrim people at home and away are always proud and supportive of their county and the achievements of fellow Leitrim people. This was never more true than when the Leitrim Ladies won the All-Ireland Intermediate Championship in Croke Park in 2007 and the home-coming reception they received throughout the county. Leitrim County Council hosted a civic reception for them and The Leitrim Guardian Committee have awarded the team the prestigious Person of the Year Award for 2008. Further honours have followed with Sarah McLoughlin from Ballinamore receiving an All Star Award.
2008 represents an unprecedented opportunity at Senior level for Leitrim to build on the success of this year and bring further honours to the county. With this in mind, a Leitrim Ladies Supporters Club has been formed to provide the necessary finance to fund their campaign in 2008. We are seeking the support of all Leitrim people at home and abroad to achieve this aim.
We are hosting the popular entertainment night "Who wants to be a Thousandaire" on February 1st. This show is run on a nation-wide basis by Pallas Marketing and attracts large audiences in venues all over the country. The show is completely computerised with 50/50, phone a friend and ask the audience etc.
We are offering businesses the unique opportunity of large screen advertising on two large 8ft x 6ft screens on the night of the show. Each advert will be seen approximately 8 to 10 times and the adverts can include digital images of you or your premises. We will arrange the photographs for you or your can email a pre-set powerpoint advert with corporate logos etc. to Mary Glancy at maryeglancy@eircom.net
The adverts are available at €200 each which is tax allowable, if you pay tax at the high rate the net cost could reduce to €118 approx. Each advertiser will also receive 2 complimentary tickets for the show which is a great nights entertainment.
We are conscious of the demands made on your business for sponsorship but we would urge you to look favourably at this request to get behind the Leitrim Ladies in order that they can compete favourably in 2008 and do lovely Leitrim proud. We attach a short summary on the main benefits of this form of advertising. A member of our committee will contact you in the next few days to discuss this further.
Tickets for the night are on sale throughout the county and can be purchased from any committee member listed below:-
Damien Brennan, Cloone – Ph 086 264 6159
Mary Glancy, Carrick-on-Shannon Ph 086 844 6960
Mary Shanley, Annaduff Ph 087 642 7585
Kathleen McManus, Drumshanbo Ph 087 271 9643
Geraldine Cremer, Ballinaglera Ph 086 329 0256
Gerry Stenson, Eslin Ph 087 288 9304
Jerome Quinn, Aughawillan Ph 087 945 6887
Maureen McTernan Manorhamilton/Dromahaire
29-Jan-08 by Mary Glancy
League Roundup
Club FootballIts time to take a look at the League Tables and see how things have progressed over the weeks since our last roundup on Podcast 6 with Declan Bohan. The first of the League finals is this Sunday and its in Division 3 between Drumkeerin and Dromahaire.
Division 1
Melvin Gaels currently hold the top place followed closely by County Senior Champions St. Marys and last years Intermediate Champions Carrigallen. Both the Gaels and Carrigallen are playing their last game this weekend against middle of the table placings Mohill and Bornacoola respectively. St. Marys are facing Glencar Manorhamilton in their penultimate game. All results will be pivotal in deciding the placings as they head into the final straight but with St. Marys having an extra game they must hold the strongest hand. Bornacoola and Glencar Manor can end on equal points for second positions but the score difference will probably rule them out. If St. Marys can get themselves together after last weekends disappointing Connacht performance then they are favourites to make it to the final and the chance to make it a double title.
Division 2
Current table toppers Sean O Heslins are finished their games and now await the proceedings of this weekend as the sole fixture is between Annaduff and Aughnasheelin who currently lie third. If Aughnasheelin lose or draw then the final parings are decided as second place Gortletteragh are guaranteed to be in the mix with Sean O Heslins. A win for Aughnasheelin will mean that Gortletteragh must play their outstanding game to decide the final pairings.
Division 3
This is a fait accompli as the final is this weekend Drumkeerin meet Dromahaire on Sunday at 2pm in Pairc Sean. Both teams have performed admirably in the League and have only lost 3 games between them. Drunkeerin however top the table and their 91 points score difference show that their forwards and defence are well tuned. Dromahaire have it all to do in this local derby on Sunday.
Division 4
This division wont be going to final stages anythime soon as there are 16 games unplayed with 2 of them scheduled for this weekend. Each of the games could prove crucial as there are 2 teams at the top, Carrigalen and Annaduff, with 3 to 4 others in hot pursuit. score difference may prove to be a big decider over the next few weeks. This Sunday Kiltubrid play Cloone and Annauff play Ballinaglera and this may make the picture clearer.
Division 5
Teams in division 5 cannot complain about not getting enough games as the competition is based around a total of 91 league games and thankfully 80 have been played to date. Dromahaire are the clear table leaders with all their games played and they are 5 points clear of St. Caillins and St. Marys who lie on 20 points each. St. Caillins have 1 game to play and this is scheduled for this weekend against Gortletteragh on Sunday at 1pm. This will determine of they need to force St. Marys to win their remaining 2 games as St. Marys penultimate fixture is also fixed for Sunday against Glencar Manorhamilton.
19-Oct-07 by Brendan Doyle – PRO
Leitrim Ladies Notes-
LadiesUnder 16 Final: Congratulations to St Josephs who claimed the Under 16 Championship title with a comfortable win over a gallant Glencar Manorhamilton team under lights in Cloone on Thursday evening.
Intermediate B Championship: St Josephs qualified for the Semi Final with an extra time 4-15 to 4-8 win over Annaduff on Sunday morning in Dromod. They will meet the winners of the Bornacoola v St Marys game to be played on Sunday at 12.00pm in Fenagh. In the other half of the draw Glencar Manorhamilton defeated Dromahair by 6-7 to 3-9 and will meet Ballinaglera in the other semi final on Sunday week.
Division 2 League Final 2006: The St Josephs v Annaduff game also doubled up as the League final from 2006 that had remained unplayed with St Josephs presented with the cup after Sunday mornings game.
Division 3 Shield Final: In a very high Scóring encounter on Sunday morning, Gortlettragh had a seven point win over Aughnasheelin on a scoreline of 9 -7 to 7 -6 in Ballinamore to complete the programme for the Junior teams for the year.
Division 2 League: Ballinaglera defeated Bornacoola by 1-08 to 1-07 in a very close encounter on Sunday morning as the shield competition also reaches its concluding stages. The shield draw will become clear on Sunday next when Ballinaglera meet Dromahair.
All Ireland Champions get a taste of Senior Football in Galway: Leitrim had their first outing as All Ireland Champions when the played Galway in a challenge game on Saturday evening. The occasion was the opening of €1million development including two new playing fields, new stand and floodlights at the Clonbeirne Kilkerrin club, home of Manager Jason Taniane. In a very competitive entertaining game Leitrim enjoyed a 4-4 to 1 -5 win and featured most of the All Ireland winning team and were also joined by some of the stars of the future with Denise Sorohan and Aoife McWeeney getting a taste of the action Aoife Scóring a fine goal. The game was followed by a senior mens challenge betweenÓgalway and Monaghan. The county board would like to thank the Cloonbeirne club for their presentations to the team and their hospitality after the game.
VHI Connacht Club Senior Semi Final: Best of luck to Aughawillan as they take Corofin in Leitrim Gaels Community pitch at 2.00pm.
Leitrim Underdogs: A number of familiar Leitrim club and county players featured on the programme last Thursday night with Eimear McGlade progressing to the next stage of the trials. Tune in again on Thursday night on TG4 at 9.30pm to see how Eimear gets on.
Connacht GAA Writers Award: Congratulations to Maeve Quinn on receiving one of the Connacht GAA Writers Personality of the Month Awards for September. Indeed Maeve also received a glowing tribute from Michael o Muircheartaigh on Saturday evening when he performed the official opening of the pitch in Cloonbeirne. Micheal recalled meeting Maeve in 1984 when he was researching a programme for the Centenary of the GAA to feature one of the largest and smallest clubs in the country and picked St Finbarrs of Cork and Aughawillan of Leitrim.
Ladies Gear: Anyone interested in ordering a Leitrim ladies polo shirt should contact their club secretary. The ladies county jerseys are available in local sports shops.
18-Oct-07 by Patricia Bohan – Ladies PRO
Leitrim Ladies – All Ireland Intermediate Champions
LadiesMany congratulations to the Leitrim Ladies team and panel on their fantastic win in Croke Park today. It was a very entertaiing game and Leitrim never lost their composure something no doubt they gained from last years experience. A homecoming event will be held tomorrow evening as all teams are tonight in the City West hotel for the Post Match Banquet. Full details of the homecoming will be posted here tomorrow.
The following is match report by RTE and the photo is courtesy of Inpho
A tremendous display by the 34-year-old Ann Marie Cox, who scored eight points, ensured that Leitrim won only their second-ever adult Ladies football title and a first-ever Intermediate success at Croke Park this afternoon.
The final was certainly on a knife-edge throughout and although Wexford held a 0-05 to 0-01 lead after nine-and-a-half minutes play, they were certainly tested by a very committed and strong Leitrim team who turned a four-point deficit into a two-point interval lead.
Leitrims first and only point of the opening ten minutes came from half-forward Anna Conlon, but Wexford were strong and excellent points from Deirdre Fox, Caroline Murphy, Sharon Kehoe, Liz Evered and Kate Kelly gave Brendan Dardis charges the early advantage.
However, Leitrim suddenly bounced back strongly with four points in a three-minute spell, with veteran player Cox in excellent form from placed balls, while Eileen Donaghue and Sarah McLoughlin were also on target as the sides were level for the second time.
Wexford regained the lead thanks to a Josie Dwyer effort but Leitrim responded well.
Following a superb save by goalkeeper Louise Loughlin from a Kate Kelly shot, the Leitrim side bossed the tie until the interval with another Cox pointed free and two Sarah McLoughlin points from play ensuring a 0-08 to 0-06 half-time lead for them.
Caroline Murphy responded well for Wexford with the first point after the restart but Leitrim still held the lead. Yet the purple and gold-clad side quickly broke in front thanks to a well-worked goal from Kate Kelly, who shook off the challenge of two defenders to score.
But Wexfords lead was to be short-lived as the free-taking machine that is Ann Marie Cox scored her sides next four points. Coxs dead ball prowess, along with scores from Eileen Donaghue and Sarah McLoughlin, saw Leitrim build up a 0-15 to 1-08 lead.
Wexford managed to point two frees in quick succession but Leitrim continued to remain strong and an excellent point from play from Cox summed up Leitrims day.
Wexford never gave up but Leitrims defence remained resilient and they went on to lift a first adult title since 1988.
Leitrim: L Loughlin; C Holohan, S Brennan, M McKeon (0-01); C Tyrell, L Brennan, T Mylott; M Quinn, A Brennan; A Conlan (0-01), S McLoughlin (0-5), E McGlade; AM Cox (0-08, 7f), E Donaghue (0-02), M Reynolds.
Subs used: M Stenson for Holohan (h-t).
Wexford: MR Kelly; M Murray, M Leacy, A Waters; M Kelly, L Tector, M Doyle; D Fox (0-02, 2f), C Scallan, L Evered (0-01), J Dwyer (0-02), S Kehoe (0-01); K Kelly (1-01), C Murphy (0-2), M Hearne.
Subs used: N Scallan for Doyle (28 mins), G Moore for M Kelly (47), B Curran for Evered (50), K Morris for Leacy (58).
23-Sep-07 by Brendan Doyle – PRO