Scéalta na Seachtaine

27 Nollaig 2011  

 

 

AGM Report

Our AGM on Tuesday last brought a successful year to a close. Both the Report of the Rúnaí and the address of the Cathaoirleach applauded the work of players, officials and club members. The success of the senior team in winning the Division 2 League, the winning of the Minor Championship and the winning of the under 16 League were the football highlights. However, the overall level activity, in and around the Park throughout the year is a delight to behold. The club fields 15 teams between men’s, ladies and boys in football and hurling. Then there is the cultural side of the club with Scór and Scór na nÓg. Yes, participation in the games and pastimes of Ireland is alive and well. Gura fada buan é i gCeann na Bó. There was good news too on the financial front with progress being made on reducing the debt. Massive efforts have been made and will continue to be needed over the next few years to eliminate the debt. However, the excellent facilities we have justify the effort and they would never be there if we waited to collect the money first.

The attendance was the lowest since 2007, with just 45 in attendance. However, the beauty of having our website is that you can look back on the years since it started and the attendance varies greatly from year to year. However, a smaller attendance is disappointing when it happens, but you never know why.

Report of an Rúnaí

If you were not at the AGM, it would be worth your while getting a copy of the Annual Report. It highlights the importance of the GAA in the community and the place of the club in dealing with the trials of the modern era. It is excellently put together and shows the range of club activity during the year. It would be a pity if only the 45 who came to the meeting bother to read it. Text Patsy Connaughton at 087 6846578 or e-mail at secretary.ballinamoreseanoheslins.leitrim@gaa.ie for a copy.

Oifigigh for 2012

There was no change in the main officer positions for 2012 and the following were elected to serve the club for 2012:Uachtarán: Hugh McTague Snr. Leas-Uachtaráin: P.J. Dolan, An tAthair S Ó Dubhthaigh, John Harte, George Price, Joe Gormley, Andy Duffy, Paddy Dolan, Sean Kavanagh, Tommy Moran, Gerry Mahon. Cathaoirleach: Peter Reynolds. Leas-Chathaoirleach: Michael Quinn.  Rúnaí: Patsy Connaughton.Rúnaí Cúnta, Alan Banks, Cisteoir: John D’Arcy. Cisteoir Cúnta: Ann Shanley. Cláraitheoir: Tommy Dolan, Cláraitheoir Cunta (Ladies) Aoife Smith. Oifigeach Árachais: Paddy O’Connor, Oifigeach Cultúir agus Teanga: Orla Ní Mhurchadha. Oifigeach Caidrimh Poiblí: Seán Ó Suilleabháin. Coiste: In addition to the main club Officers the following were elected to the Coiste: Tom Burns, Raymond McHugh, Diarmuid Keegan, Alan Banks, Adrian Smith, and PaddyPrior. Under 21 member: Shane Moran. Under 21 Ladies: Katie Duignan. Three Assistant Secretaries for different sections were appointed: Men’s: Brian Cafferty, Ladies: Michelle Fanning, Coiste na nÓg: Damien Hamill. IT Officer: Paul McLoughlin. Coaching Officer: Patrick McKiernan

Big New Year Draw

Don’t forget our big New Year draw on this Sunday 1 January in Priors. Draw at 11.00pm.  All ticket sellers are asked to have tickets returned in time.

Ballinamore Community Operation Transformation

Ballinamore Community Operation Transformation is starting Wednesday the 11th of January at 8.30 in the SOH Club Rooms. This program will offer weekly weigh in’s, men’s and women’s fitness classes, bootcamps, walks and health talks. Help support your club while getting in shape and fit in the New Year. For more information contact Patsy Connaughton 0876846578 or Michelle Fanning 0879390980 for the schedule or to register.

Female Fitness Classes in Ballinamore

Fitness classes in Ballinamore Community Centre taking place on Monday at 8pm and Thursday at 7pm and 8pm. Classes are also on in the SOH GAA Club house on a Wednesday at 6.30 and 7.30. Classes are suitable for all fitness levels and are an excellent way to get fit, tone up, lose weight and meet others. These fun fitness classes include Aerobics, Zumba, Bum’s and Tum’s, Better Body, BLT, Circuits, Burn and Tone. Everybody welcome for more information contact Michelle Fanning 0879390980

Ciorcal Comhrá

Every year the Library runs a very successful and very enjoyable Ciorcal Comhrá. Big numbers attend the weekly conversation groups which are divided in learners, intermediate and more advanced groups. For anyone interested in improving their Irish, the Ciorcal Comhrá will start in Ballinamore Library on Tuesday 9 January at 8.30. Please give your name in to the Library in advance. It will open again on Wednesday next 4 January

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine 19 Nollaig 2011  

Nollaig Shona daoibh go léir

See you all in Prior’s on Sunday 1 January for big New Year draw. Have your tickets ready

 

AGM

Our AGM will take place on Tuesday next, 27 December at 3.00 in the clubrooms. Everybody connected with the club, players, parents of underage members, ladies, minor and under 16 players themselves and all interested in any GAA activities are asked to attend. Don’t miss it, Nomination forms can be obtained by texting Patsy Connaughton and they must be returned before Monday 26 December.

Big New Year Draw

All of our sellers are doing great work and with less than two weeks to go we urge everyone to get the last of the households visited and last of the phone calls made. It would be great to get all of the tickets in by Friday week, 30 December. The draw will take place in Prior’s on Sunday 1 January. 

Club Jerseys, Tops, DVDs etc

There will be a sale of club gear; jerseys, tops, DVDs of Under 16 League and Minor Championship Finals in the clubhouse on Saturday from 4-6 pm. These would be very welcome for Christmas presents and ideal for club members or players. You can also order either of those items by ringing or texting Patsy Connaughton at 087 6846578.

New Year Fitness Programme

Remember last year’s “Less of you” programme? This year there will be an even bigger and better post-Christmas fitness programme in conjunction with Leitrim Sports Partnership. This programme will run in the club gym and details will be announced later. At this stage you can contact Patsy Connaughton (087 6846578) or Michelle Fanning (087 9390980) for further details.

Ciorcal Comhrá

For anyone interested in improving their conversational Irish the Ciorcal Comhrá will start in Ballinamore Library on Tuesday 9 January at 8.30. Please give your name in to the Library in advance.

County Team Managers

Brian Breen is, as far as we can ascertain, the third Ballinamore man to be involved the Leitrim Senior team in a management capacity. Dermot Gannon was team manager in 1974 and Paddy Dolan, along with Pat Clarke and Tony McGowan, were in charge for one year in early 1980s  

Young Footballer in Wicklow

Congratulations to Eoin McTague, son of Raymond McTague, formerly of Church St who was selected as Under 14 Player of the Year for his club Éire Óg, Greystones, recently

Lotto na Nollag

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Céad Lotto eile ar an 9 Eanáir i Jackie’s Pota Óir €5,150. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €50 Séamus Mullen. 4 Vouchers for Smyth’s Siopa Ól sponsored by Ciarán and Cathy Smyth: Anne Shanley, Dún na Bó, Miley McKeon, Cammagh, Kevin Turbitt, Dún na Bó, Paddy O’Connor, Killaneen.€100 an duine: John McWeeney, Longstone, Tom Burns, Clenaghoo, Frank McCabe, Kiltyhugh, Tommy Creaven, Killaneen. 30 bales of briquettes each (sponsored by Gay D’Arcy): Francis Duignan, Main St and Frank McCabe, Kiltygerry. €50 each: Karina and Clíona McHugh, Killaneen, Brian Beirne, Ardrum, George Price, Willowfield,Rd, J J Dolan c/o Shortt’s, Mickie Donohoe, Drumreilly, Kevin Turbitt, Dún na Bó, Tommy Dolan, Rósóg. Uimhreacha: 67254014

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine 12 Nollaig 2011

AGM

Our AGM will be on Tuesday week, 27 December at 3.00 in the clubrooms. It is important that all players, mentors and general club members attend this meeting. Underage players, ladies etc are welcome as it gives a great insight into the work that the club does. It is the biggest meeting of the year. Don’t miss it,

DVD of the Liúdramáns

For Christmas presents you won’t get better than a copy of the Cannaboe Liúdramáns show on DVD. Copies cost €15 and can be ordered by ringing 087 9173185.

Ladies Get Fit 4 Goal

Get fit and support a worthy charity this Christmas. On Monday the
19th at 8pm and Wednesday the 21st at 7.30 there will be fitness
classes in the Sean O’Heslin’s GAA Gym. All ladies welcome and all
donations received will be added to the money collected at the Goal
Blazers St Stephens day Quiz. Bring the santy hat along and we will
dance to some Christmas tunes.

Bingo Coming Up

Bingo fans will be delighted to hear that the Club will be running Bingo on Tuesday nights in the Community Centre starting in early January.

Comhbhrón

Sympathy is extended to the Kellegher Family, Clenaghoo on the death of Joe Kelleher. Also to the O’Connell family on the death of Pat O’Connell, Killadough last weekend.

Best Wishes

A speedy recovery to Joe Murphy, jnr who is in hospital at the moment.

New County Team Managers

Best of luck to our new County team managers Brian Breen and George Dugdale. Great to see two stars of the famous 1994 team now at the helm. How many times has a Ballinamore man been in charge of the County senior team? Answers next week.

Indoor Hurling

There will be no indoor hurling until after Christmas

Lotto na Nollag

Our big annual Christmas Lotto takes place next Monday night in Smyth’s Siopa Óil. Every year a big crowd turns up for this event. There are big prizes as usual and it is the one Lotto draw where the club makes nothing. It is, however, a way of rewarding our loyal Lotto supporters. Four prizes of €100, two prizes of briquettes worth €120 each, 8 prizes of €50 each. Don’t miss it, ar an Luan seo chugainn. Starts at 11.00pm

Lotto

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn sa Siopa Óil. Pota Óir €5,100. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40 Tom Burns. €20 an duine ó Terry Shortt: Séamus Mac Murchaidh agus Seán Mac Conn Duibh. €40 and duine: Maurice Freehill, Snugboro, Ballyconnell, Lorna Spellman, Drumshanbo, John McGovern, Dublin , Aodhán Mac Samhráin, Tráthnóna, Karl Keaney, Miscaun. Uimhreacha: 60423751  

Scéalta na Seachtaine 5 Nollaig 2011

 

Scór na nÓg

The club had a big representation in Scór na nÓg on Sunday last. There were two Rince Foirne; In one team: Elaoise Martin, Maeve Hamill, Doireann McManus, Emma McGovern, Gráinne Flynn, Eadaoin Murphy, Grace Reilly, Aoife McCartin. This group qualified for the finals. Sa dara grúpa bhí: Laoise Moran King, Abbi Sweeney, Alannah Smyth, Ciara McGoldrick, Megan McHugh, Aileen Flynn, Aoife D’Arcy, Grace Cumiskey. Dara Reynolds sang in Amhránaíocht Aonair. Megan McHugh took part in Aithriseoireacht and qualified for the finals. We had two teams in Tráth na gCeist: Paddy and Cait Connaughton, Dónal Feely, Oisín McCaffrey, Hannah Banks and Niamh Toolan. The Ballad Group had Elaoise Martin, Maeve Hamill, Alannah Smyth, Joely McGovern and Aileen Flynn. Our First Novelty Act had Doireann McManus, Alannah Smyth, Sorcha McGrath, Aileen Flynn, Micheala Harte, Megan McHugh, and Ciara McGoldrick. The second act had Tom Prior, Euan McManus, Senan Harte, Aaron McBrien, Danny Smith, Eoin Toolan, Lorcan Curran and Eoin Curran. This group got through to the finals. There were also two Rince Seit: Maeve Hamill, Elaoise Martin, Doireann McManus, Eadaoin Murphy, Emma McGovern, Gráinne Flynn, Grace O’Reilly and Alannah Smyth. The second set had: Laoise Moran, Abbi Sweeney, Aileen Flynn, Aoife D’Arcy, Megan McHugh, Ciara McGoldrick, Carla Van Der Laan and Grace Cumiskey. Both sets qualified for the finals in Manorhamilton on Sunday 8 January 2012.

AGM

It is a while since our AGM was held during the Christmas season. It usually ensures a big crowd, with everyone home for Christmas. This year it will be on Tuesday 27 December at 3.00 in the clubrooms. Annual report for 2011 and nomination forms will soon be available. Please text Patsy Connaughton or e-mail him if you wish to get a copy. They will also be available at the AGM

DVD of the Liúdramáns

Now that the Cannaboe Liúdramáns have finished their stage performances, your only chance to see them is on DVD. The show was a memorable event and in days to come will be talked about as a unique effort by club members to raise funds for the club and to bring great comedy to the town and throughout Leitrim and even into Cavan and Longford. Copies cost €15 and can be ordered by ringing 087 9173185. We would like to thank the entire cast of 14 who took part in the Liúdramáns; it required a big commitment from everyone.

Dinner Dance

Our dinner dance next February will be a special event with Minor Championship medals being presented for the first time since 1985. Also Division 2 League medals and the senior Championship team of 1986 will be back for a 25 year celebration. It will take place on Friday 17 February…

Lotto

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn sa Heritage. Pota Óir €5,050. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40: Brendan Burns Buidéal uisce beatha ó Freddie’s: Aindrias Ó Dubhthaigh €40 an duine: Mona Creamer, Ray Sweeney, Drumnamore, Joe Murphy Jnr, Gerry Mahon, Steve Flynn, Gorvagh, Mohill Uimhreacha: 35702416

Scéalta na Seachtaine 28 Samhain 2011

 

Scór na nÓg coming up

Scór na nÓg takes place in the Community Centre this Sunday at 3.00 and the club will be represented in all items.

Executive Meeting

Meeting of club executive on this Friday night in the clubrooms at 8.00

Comhbhrón

The club extends sympathy to the Harte and Doherty families on the death of Eileen Doherty, Church St at the weekend. Go ndéana Dia trócaire uirthi.

Anyone have a spare Door?

We are looking for a door for what used to be the old toilets in the Park. These have been converted to stores and we have got one door donated but we need another. If you have one please let Sean Ó Súilleabháin know

Lotto

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn sa Commercial. Pota Óir €5,000. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40: Seán Ó Súilleabháin, Buidéal uisce beatha ó Bobby Joe’s: Hugh McTague jnr. €40 an duine: M J Finnegan, c/o Christopher McNiffe, Pádraig O’Brien, Ardrum, Michael Costello, Ardrum, Martina Farry Lahard, Micheál McGirl, Aughnasheelin. Uimhreacha: 43152076. Happy birthday to one of our great Lotto supporters, Miley McKeon who celebrated a big birthday last weekend.

Scéalta na Seachtaine 21 Samhain 2011

Liúdramáns Final Shows

The Cannaboe Liúdramáns are now coming to the end of their stage performances. The show was a great success everywhere it went and the audiences were thrilled with what they saw and heard. The Liúdramáns will take the stage for the last time on Saturday night next in Ballinamore and a big crowd is expected. To book ring 087 9173185.

Scór na nÓg coming up

Scór na nÓg is just a week away with the semi final in Ballinamore on Sunday 4 December.

Web Site Problems

Due to computer problems we are unable to update the website at present. Unfortunately it means getting a new computer which will take at least two weeks. Apologies for the delay.

Comhbhrón

The club extends sympathy to the McGoldrick Family, Church St on the death of T P Scott at the weekend. Go ndéana Dia trócaire uirthi

AGM

The club’s AGM will be held in the Clubrooms on Tuesday 27 December

Lotto meeting

There will be a meeting in regard to the club Lotto on this Thursday in Gay Prior’s at 9.00 sharp. Lotto sellers, lotto buyers or anyone interested in the Lotto or who has any suggestions about it is welcome.

Lotto

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Bobby Joe’s. Pota Óir €4,950. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40 Miley McKeon, Voucher from Ciarán and Cathy Smyth: Aindrias Ó Dubhthaigh. €40 an duine: Christopher McNiffe, Evelyn McCaffrey, Bawnboy, Noel Gallagher, Boxmore, Paul Cullen, Aghadark (on-line entry), Karl and Marie O’Connor Uimhreacha: 14025376

Scéalta na Seachtaine 14 Samhain 2011

 

Under 21s Lose semi-final

Our football season for 2011 ended on Sunday last when Glencar/Manorhamilton beat us in the Under 21 semi final by 0-13 to 0-6. The sides were level at half time 0-4 to 0-4. However Manorhamilton powered away in the second half. Team on duty: Philip Farrelly, Eoin McHugh, Matthew Murphy, Kevin Banks, Jack Cullen, Jim McTague, John Fanning, Brian Beirne, Shane Moran, Andrew Burns, Shane McWeeney, Stephen McTague, Éamon Walsh, Conor McTague, Mark McGrory. Sub: David McLoughlin for S McTague . See report of game in sports pages.

Liúdramáns Final Shows

The Cannaboe Liúdramáns are performing in Mohill this Friday night and the following week their final performances will be on Friday and Saturday, 25th and 26th November in Ballinamore. A lot of people didn’t get to see the show last time around and a lot of those who did would enjoy seeing it again.

Good Wishes

We had to perform without one of the Liúdramáns last Friday night when Seán McKeon ended up in hospital. Best wishes to Seán for a speedy recovery. Best wishes also to Mary Fanning who is in hospital also at the moment.

Scór na nÓg coming up

Scór na nÓg is just two weeks away and our new Oifigeach Cultúir agus Teanga, Orla Ní Mhurchaidh, is busy preparing the various items. The second semi final will be in Ballinamore on Sunday 4 December.

Found in Park

A Sum of money was found in the Park on Thursday last after schools match. Owner please contact Alan Banks.

Web Site Problems

Oh the hardship of computers. At the time of writing it looks our website may be out of action for some days. However, we will survive without it but not without a few headaches.

Lotto

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Smyth’s Siopa Ól. Pota Óir €4,900. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40:Noel Sweeney Buidéal uisce beatha ó Gay Prior: John Ryan €40 an duine: T I Dooner, Railway Tce, Joe McCabe, Cloone, Joe Keenan, c/o C McNiffe, Gerry Mahon, Church St, Séamus Mac Murchaidh Uimhreacha: 50643721

New Lotto -on-Line arrangements

This week we announce new more attractive Lotto -on- Line arrangements. There are now five choices and you can join the Lotto for as little as 8 weeks and get one free. There are 2,3,4 or 6 weeks free depending on how many weeks you choose to do.

Full Year (46 + 6 Free)

32 (28 + 4 Free)

24 (21 + 3 Free)

16 (14 + 2 Free)

8 (7 + 1 Free)

Click on www.locallotto.ie  and you can join our Lotto strraight away.

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 7 Samhain 2011  

 

Under 21s win Quarter final 

Our under 21s are also going it alone this year after a number of years joined with Aughnasheelin as Oughteragh Gaels. The had a good win over St Mary’s last Saturday winning by 1-12 to 1-4. The semi final is in Ballinaglera against Glencar/Manorhamilton on Sunday next probably at 12.00 

Scoil Phádraig i Scór na mBunscoileanna 

The Boys N S had eight entries in Scor na mBunscoileanna this year and were successful in the Novelty Act. The novelty act team was: Euan McManus, Tom Prior, Senan Harte, Aaron McBrien, Danny Smyth, Eoin Toolan, Owen and Lorcan Curran. Their solo singer was James Óg Maguire. James Óg Maguire was also part of their Ballad Group which also included James Creamer, Francis McGovern, Jack Gallogly and Nathan McCartin. In Ceol, Ryan Donohoe, Tom Prior, Thomas Darcy and Dara Maxwell performed. The school had four tráth na gceist teams as follows: Tom Prior, Danny Smyth, Dara Maxwell, Eoin Toolan, Jack Gallogly, Dillon Beirne, Nathan McCartin, Thomas Darcy, Ryan Donohoe, Dara Gleeson, James Óg Maguire and Ed Venice Matalias. Photographs of our winners on our website at seanoheslinsgaa.com. 

Liúdramáns on Tour 

The Liúdramáns are in Colmcille, Co Longford this Friday and they will be in Mohill on Friday week 18 November. The following week will be their final performances on the Friday and Saturday, 25^th and 26^th November in Ballinamore. A lot of people didn’t get to see the show last time around and a lot of those who did would enjoy seeing it again. 

Under 16s Lose 

Our under 16s played their last game of the year and were beaten by Glencar/Manorhamilton by 1-15 to 0-4. 

Comhbhrón 

The club wishes to extend sympathy to Celine Charles on the tragic death of her mother Ann last week. Celine plays football with the Seán O’Heslins ladies. Go ndéana Dia trócaire uirthi. 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Priors. Pota Óir €4,850. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40: Alan Ó Bruacháin. Buidéal uisce beatha ó David McCabe: Hugh McTague Jnr.  €40 each: Paddy McGourty, Church St, Monica McFarland, Lahard, Tomás McWeeney, Longstone, Martina Farry, Lahard, Mary Banks Smith, High St, Uimhreacha:  04716235

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 31 Deireadh Fomhair 2011 

 

Cycle to Castlebar? Cad a cheapann tú?

 

For the last two years our sponsored Cycle has been to the Connacht Championship games in Roscommon and Sligo. Both years the event has been a great financial and social success. Next year Leitrim’s first game in Ireland will be against Mayo in Castlebar about the last weekend of June, that is if Leitrim beat London. The distance from Ballinamore to Castlebar is 115km (72m). It would be a great new challenge. We would like to know at this stage if all or most of last year’s cyclists would be in favour of planning to cycle to Castlebar. The target again would be for each cyclist to raise €200. Please e-mail your comments to seanoheslinsgaa@eircom.net  

 

Scór na mBunscoileanna

We had a wonderful night of Scór na mBunscoileanna in the Community Centre on Friday night and our two schools, cailíní agus buachaillí,  were well represented. Scoil Bhríd Naofa had no less than 17 items which was not only the highest number of entries from any school this year but was also the highest from a single school in South Leitrim since the competitions began. Scoil Naomh Pádraig had 8 items which was their highest yet. Scoil Bhríd Naofa won the Bailéad Ghrúpa and Recitation and Scoil Phádraig won the Nuachleas. 

Scoil Bhríd Naofa in Scór 

Scoil Bhríd Naofa had two Rince Foirne groups. In the first we had: Grace Cumiskey, Grace Reilly, Éadaoin Murphy, Laoise Moran-King, Aileen Flynn, Abbi Sweeney, Ciara McGoldrick and Alannah Smith. In the second group we had: Gráinne Flynn, Niamh McNiffe, Emma McGovern, Doireann McManus, Leah Sweeny, Aoife McCartin, Maeve Hamill and Elaoise Martin. There were two singers in Amhranaíocht Aonair: Maeve Hamill and Chloe Mullen. In Grúpa Ceoil, Elaoise Martin and Laoise Moran-King played. Two danced in rince Aonair: Aoife McCartin and Laoise Moran-King. Two recited in Aithriseoireacht: Doireann McManus and Megan McHugh.  Megan was the winner of this event with a great  presentation of “Dancing round me handbag” In the Nuachleas: Sophie McNiffe, Doireann McManus, Sorcha McGrath, Aileen Flynn, Ciara McGoldrick, Alannah Smyth and Michaela Harte took part. Laoise Moran-King, who had a very busy night also took part in Ceol Aonair. There were also two ballad groups; in the first, Niamh McNiffe, Chloe Mullen, Leah Sweeney, Aoife McCartin and Sophie McNiffe took part. In the second, Maeve Hamill, Elaoise Martin, Aileen Flynn, Joely McGovern and Alannah Smyth took part and won the competition..  The two groups in Rince Seit were made up of: Grace Cumiskey, Grace Reilly, Éadaoin Murphy, Laoise Moran-King,  Abbi Sweeney, Ciara McGoldrick  Alannah Smith.  Grainne Flynn, Niamh McNiffe, Emma McGovern, Doireann McManus, Leah Sweeny, Maeve Hamill, Aoife Darcy, Megan McHugh and Elaoise Martin. The two teams in Trath na gCeist were Niamh McNiffe, Ciara McGoldrick, Aoife McCartin, Leah Sweeney, Sorcha McGrath and Doireann McManus. Next week we will have the names of the boys who took part. Photographs of our winners on our website at seanoheslinsgaa.com. 

See photographs of our Scor na mBunscoileanna winners under Photographs /Scor

Liúdramáns on again 

The Cannaboe Liúdramáns are out on their second tour on this coming Friday night in Carrigallen. A week later they will be performing in Colmcille, Co Longford. On Friday 18 November they are in Mohill and on Saturday 18 they are in Mullahoran, Co Cavan. Then the two final performances will be in Ballinamore on Friday 25 and Saturday 26. People are already talking about their return to Ballinamore and no doubt there will be two great final nights. The cast have put a huge amount of work into preparing the show again and they are looking forward to entertaining audiences in the three counties where they perform. 

Mallacht ar an aimsir 

Our Division 3 and Division 5 fixtures both fell foul of the weather at the weekend. 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan  seo chugainn sa Poor Scholar. Pota Óir €4,800. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar Aan Domhnach: €40: Padraig S Mac an Phrióra, €20 Dara O’Mahony, Bottle Wine Aodháin Mac Samhráin, and Felim Maxwell, €40 each: Kevin McTague Dromcroman, J G McGloin Ahanlish, Kinlough, Úna McGovern Carrick West, Glangevlin, Tommy McKiernan c/o Boxmore, Dillon  McWeeney, Special prizes for children €10 each Mark O Reilly, Niall O’Mahony, Clare McLoughlin, Clare McLoughlin. Uimhreacha: 24357061 

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 24 Deireadh Fomhair 2011 

 

Cluichí don Deireadh seachtaine 

Division 3 game on Saturday in Kiltubrid against Kiltubrid at 3.30. Division 5 game in the Park on Sunday at 11.30 against Mohill 

Under 12 games 

Our U-12s finished off the year on a high winning the final game in the 11-a-side blitz. The game was played in the Park on Sunday evening and even though the weather was bad both Aughnasheelin and ourselves gave a great display of football with Ballinamore winning on a scoreline of 2-6 to 2-1. Congratulations to the entire panel for all their work all year and for winning an U-12 title for the first time in a good few years. Panel was as follows: Stephen Flynn (Capt), Jack Gallogly, Dylan Beirne, Conor McGrath, Cathal McHugh, Edvinus Mattadus, Mark Maguire, Christopher Maguire, Barry McGovern, John Conway, Emma McGovern, Tom Prior, Sean Christie Daire Gleeson, Nathan McCartin, Thomas Darcy, Keelan Creamer, Danny Smith, Eoin Curran. 

Lotto in the Park 

Next weekend’s Lotto will take place in the Clubrooms in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin on Sunday night at 8.30pm. There will also be presentation of Certs to Under 8s and Under 10s. There will also be a fireworks display. It will therefore be an event for young and old. 

Morgan Quinn –Shinty International 

Comhghairdeas to Morgan Quinn one of our senior hurlers who was selected on the panel for the Ireland Under 21 Shinty team. This is a great honour and it is the first time any Ballinamore hurler or footballer has been selected to play on an Ireland team. The Ireland team will play Scotland in Inverness next Saturday. Comhghairdeas Morgan. 

General Club Meeting 

General club meeting open to all members in the Clubrooms on Saturday at 5.30 to discuss motions for Co Board. Motions for Convention must be submitted to this meeting. 

DVDs of great Minor and Under 16 victories 

DVDs of Minor Championship and under 16 Leagues finals available. These are lifelong memories of historic victories. To order please text 087 6846578. Cost €10 each 

Scór na mBunscoileanna 

Beidh Scoil na mBuachaillí agus Scoil na gCailíní ag glacadh páirt i Scor na mBunscoileanna ar an Aoine sa Halla. Ag tosnú ag 6.00  

Fitness for Men 

Every Wednesday at 8.30 Class includes gym work, strengthen and conditioning, ab attack circuits. All males welcome. Cost €5 per night. 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Domhnach  seo chugainn i bPáirc Sheáin Uí Eislin ag 8.30. Pota Óir €4,750. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40: Tom Burns. Duais ó Frank Flynn: Aodh Mac Taigue. €40 an duine: Aidan Galligan, Dromore, Marie Flaherty, Corgar, Gerard Farry, Lahard, Hazel Marie Evans, Ballinacargy, Vincie Gallogly, Drumrane. . Uimhreacha: 57240361

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 17 Deireadh Fomhair 2011 

 

Juniors beat Kiltubrid in Division 5 

Our Junior B team added a couple of more points to their tally in Division 5 with a win over Kiltubrid on Saturday. The hero of the first half was Daryl McFarland who scored two goals when were struggling and this kept us ahead by 2-1 to 0-6 at half-time. In the second half Adrian Murphy got a point and Stephen McTague got three from frees and we won by 2-5 to 0-8. Good to see Conor McTague coming back from injury and coming on in the second half.

Foireann: Cormac Ó Súilleabháin, David Earley, Freddie Walsh, John Fanning, Jack Cullen, Kevin Prior, Kevin Banks, Jason Kellett, Joe Murphy, Michael Costello, Adrian Murphy (0-1), Alan Prior, Daryl McFarland (2-0), Stephen McTague (0-4), Seán McCartin. Sub; Conor McTague for S McCartin, S McCartin for D McFarland.    

Under 16s out of  Football Championship 

Our Under 16s championship run ended on Friday when they lost to Carrigallen by 4-12 to 3-13. This was a big disappointment as the same team had won the Under 16 fifteen-a-side league earlier this year. In the championship they have played four games to date but lost three of them, to Mohill, Saint Francis and Carrigallen. The defeats to the latter two were surprising. In the league they beat Carrigallen by eight points but lost by two on Friday. They play Dromahair in Dromahair on this Friday at 5.30. 

Under 12 games 

There are a series of under 12 finals in the Park on Saturday at 11.00, which include Ballinamore Seán O’Heslins. 

Wicklow Ladies – Ballinamore connection 

Wicklow ladies won the Junior All Ireland last Sunday week and their captain was Caitríona McKeon who played at centre half back. Caitríona is a niece of Seán McKeon of High St, Ballinamore. Caitríona had previously played with London in an All Ireland Ladies final and lost, so her success was all the more deserved. 

Football in Los Angeles – Wild Geese 

Karl Sharpley was home on holidays last week and he tells us that he plays football with a club called the Wild Geese in Los Angeles. Karl played football and hurling with Seán O’Heslins and won many underage titles. 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Pat Joe’s. Pota Óir €4,700. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40: John Harte. Buidéal Uisce beatha ó Liam Mac Fhearghail: Terry Shortt. €40 an duine: Paddy McGourty, Marie Quinn, Drumcullion, Mike Martin c/o Prior’s. Jim Dalton, Alan Prior. Uimhreacha: 03672451

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 10 Deireadh Fomhair 2011 

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine

Division 5 game against Kiltubrid on Saturday in Kiltubrid at 5.00

Stewards

Ladies under 16 finals in the Park on Saturday at 12.00 and 1.30. Stewards required.

Under 16 Hurlers unlucky in Final 

Our under 16 hurlers were terribly unlucky to lose by a point to Cluainín in the under 16 final. A goal from a penalty in the later stages, plus a 65 that came with time up were the deciding factors. Report next week. 

Under 16 Football Championship 

Under 16 were beaten by St Francis 4-6 to 1-11 last Friday. They play Carrigallen on this Friday at 5.45 in Carrigallen, a game they must win to remain in the Championship.  They were unlucky last week to concede four goals and, like our Minors, they are preparing to do it all the hard way, something they are very capable of. 

Camogie 

Anyone for Camogie? A number of years ago we had a schools Camogie team in Ballinamore. The good news is that there is a Camogie Development Officer for Connacht who is available to develop Camogie in Leitrim. Initially it is hoped to have indoor camogie and the Coach will be available to get it started. Many of our ladies team would most likely be interested in trying it out. Give Paddy O’Connor a ring and he will give you details. 

Good Wishes 

A speedy recovery to Eilish O’Dowd who was in hospital recently. Fortunately she had already helped the under 16s to win the Championship. 

Kildare Senior Championship Connection 

Last Sunday Athy won the Kildare Senior Football Championship for the first time in 24 years. Cian Reynolds scored six of their points and two crucial ones hear the finish. Cian os son of Colm Reynolds of Edentenny. Maith thú, Cian 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i McGirls. Pota Óir €4,650. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40:  John McWeeney, Longstone. Buidéal Uisce beatha ó Ossie: Margaret McKeon,  €40 an duine: Philip Roddy, Aughnasheelin, Tom Burns, Angela Flanagan, Church St, Kevin Turbitt, Dún na Bó, Alan Banks. Uimhreacha: 04623175

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 3 Deireadh Fomhair 2011 

     

Senior Hurlers Lose Semi final narrowly 

For the second year in a row our senior hurlers have lost by the narrowest of margins to Gortletteragh in the Senior Hurling Championship semi-final. A year ago the sides were level at the finish and we lost in extra time. On Saturday last Gortletteragh got the winning point with just a couple of minutes to go. Overall we had many chances to win it. In the first half, there were several times the sliothar went inches wide. In a low scoring first half it ended 0-3 to 0-2 for Gortletteragh with Morgan Quinn scoring our two points. The game was level on no fewer than three occasions in the second half with our scores coming from Kevin O’Connor (three) and one each from Shane Moran and Vincent Mulvey. Overall it was a close call but our hurling is over for another year. There was drama in the first game as Cluainín ended St Mary’s dreams of a thirteen-in-a-row. This year will see a County Senior final without St Mary’s for the first time since 1987, all of 24 years ago. Ironically that was the year the title came to Ballinamore when we beat St Mary’s in the semi-final and Gortletteragh in the final.  

Foireann: Ruairí Sullivan, Paul Earley, Paddy McManus, Joe Earley, Liam Ferguson, Seán McWeeney, Kevin O’Connor (0-3), Shane Moran (0-1), Morgan Quinn (0-2), Keith Boyle, Brendan Mulvey (0-1), Shane Murphy, Shane Creamer, Adrian Smith, Éamon Walsh. Subs: Tommy McCormack for Shane Creamer, Cormac Ó Suilleabháin for T McCormack, Dan O’Brien for Éamon Walsh.

Great victory for Girls Under 16s in Championship Final

Another trophy came to the town on Sunday when the under 16 Girls won the 11 a side Championship Final beating Drumkeerin by 4-8 to 2.10. This was a great effort from the girls who struggled in the first half and were behind by two points at half time. A goal before half time from Eilish O’Dowd helped matters and brought us back into the game. Shortly after half time a goal from Leighanne Flynn set us on the high road but the result was in doubt until the very end. There were great celebrations as the Captain, Aoibhean Flynn, received the cup and, for the second week in a row, the bonfires blazed at Edentenny. Congratulation to the entire team and to their mentors: Séamus Flynn and Carol Wrynn.

Foireann: Laura Creaven, Bláithín Sharpley, Niamh Flynn (0-1), Lisa Maguire, Ellen Wrynn, Aoibheann Flynn (Capt), Laura O’Dowd (0-5), Maebh Gleeson (1-0), Leighanne Flynn (2-1), Róisín McHugh (0-1), Eilish O’Dowd (1-0). Subs: Cáit Connaughton, Rachel Creamer, Sara Beth Reilly, Niamh Toolan, Leah Mullaney, Kate Reynolds, Katie Cullen, Frances Farry, Aoife Murphy.

Under 16 Hurlers in Final Tonight

Our under 16 hurlers beat Gortletteragh last week and they play the final against Cluainín tonight in Páirc Mhuire at 5.45

Under 12 Football 

We played our 4^{th and} 5^th rounds in the league winning both games by narrow margins. On last Monday evening 26^th September we beat Annaduff by a single point in the Park on a scoreline of 1-13 to 4-3. On the following Thursday we travelled to the Bee Park in Manorhamilton to take on the home team and won 5-7 to 2-11. We also got the points from our final game so we ended the league on top with 12 points from 6 games and have qualified for the final. Our opponents and the venue for the final have not been decided yet. 

Under 16 Championship 

Under 16 s play St Francis’ on Friday at 6.15 in the Park. 

Comhghairdeas 

Comhghairdeas to Conor and Jennifer Mahon on the birth of their twin girls. 

Comhbhrón 

The club extends sympathy to our Assistant Treasurer, Anne Shanley on the death of her aunt-in-law, Betty Shanley 

Cannaboe Liúdramáns 

The Cannaboe Liúdramáns are on the road again and will be performing at five venues in November. This venture was a great fundraising success last February as well as providing great entertainment for audiences. So if you missed the Cannaboe Liúdramáns last February, or indeed if you want to see them again, you will have a chance to see them again in Ballinamore on Friday 25 and Saturday 26 November. The other venues are: Corn Mill Theatre, Carrigallen on Friday 4 November, Colmcille Community Centre, Co Longford on Friday 11 November, Canon Donohoe Hall, Mohill on Friday 18 November, Mullahoran Parochial Hall, Co Cavan on Friday 18 November 

Hoodie Found 

Some Ballinamore player or supporter left their Ballinamore Tesco hoodie on the stand in Páirc Seán MacDiarmada after the minor final two weeks ago. They can have it by contacting Philip Farrelly. 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Lawrences. Pota Óir €4,600. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40; Mary Harte. €30 ó Jackie: Aindrias Ó Dubhthaigh. €40 an duine: Pat Joe Dolan and John Harte, Claire McNabola, Kilnagross, James Murphy, Railway Rd, James Shanley Cloone, Peggy Kilraine, Drumboy, Mohill.  Uimhreacha: 04537612

First Ladies Team

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 26 Mean Fomhair 2011      

Minor Champions for first time since 1985 

On Sunday last our Minor Footballers achieved one of the most significant successes that have come our way in recent years. Minor football champions – on our own – for the first time since 1985. What makes this success so welcome and unexpected is that two years ago, as under 16s, this team was playing in what was effectively the B division, the 13 a side championship. They did reach the final but were devoured by Allen Gaels, on a most forgettable day in Aughnasheelin by 13 points. (One of our best players then was Abdul Ahmed). On Sunday last they were worthy winners and put in an outstanding performance.

 

They played great for the first twenty minutes of the first half against the wind and with three points from Luke Murphy,one free and two from play a free from Mark McGrory and one from play by Jack Cullen, they were 0-5 to 0-4 up, and really should have been more ahead. Then Glencar/Manorhamilton got going and by half time there was room for worry as Manor got five points in a row and only for a great save from Cian McCaffrey and indeed had the crossbar been six inches higher two balls would have gone under it. At half time it was 0-9 to 0-5 for Glencar/Manor. The second half was a revelation; The North Leitrim lads got just one point in the whole half. Mark McGrory finished a half chance for a goal. Dean McGovern got a point and then Luke Murphy finished Manorhamilton’s chances with a great goal and then a point.

 

Every one of the seventeen who played gave it everything but the contribution of Luke Murphy was a major factor in the destination of this Championship. Is not often that a 15 year old has such a bearing on the result of a minor match and, not surprisingly, he got the Man-of-the-Match award at the end of the game. Yes it was a memorable day as the 19^th title came to Seán O’Heslins plus three more to Oughteragh Gaels. The trophy was presented amid great excitement to Captaen, Stiofán Mac Taidhg. Particular credit must go to bainisteoirí: Patrick “Beezer” McKiernan, and Tom Burns and assistants: Patsy Connaughton, Joe Feely and Ollie Honeyman. Lá iontach do chlub Sheáin Uí Eislin.

 

Foireann: Cian McCaffrey, Kevin Banks, Eoin McHugh, Cyril Smith, Keelan McHugh, Jack Cullen (0-1), David McLoughlin, Brian Beirne, Stephen McTague, Dean McGovern (0-1), John Fanning, Conor Moran, Mark McGrory (1-1), Andrew Burns, Luke Murphy (1-4). Anthony Maguire for Eoin McHugh, Brian Leyden for Conor Moran: Other subs: Patrick Connaughton, Cian Reynolds, Conor Maxwell, Brian Banks, Fergal Curran.

 (See pictures of homecoming under Pictures/Underage)

Stewards needed 

There are two games in the Park on Sunday. Junior A Championship Final between Melvin Gaels and Mohill at 3.00pm and Junior B semi-final between Glencar/Manorhamilton and Aughawillan at 1.30. Stewards required. 

Senior Hurling Championship 

Our Senior Hurlers play Gortletteragh in the Semi-final of the Senior Championship on Saturday in Páirc Naomh Muire at 4.00pm

Girls Under 16 Final

The girls play in the Under 16 Final against Drumkeerin on Sunday in Páirc Seán Mac Diarmada at 1.30

Under 12 Football

Under 12s play Glencar/Manorhamilton on this Thursday at 6.30 in Manorhamilton 

Under 16 Championship 

Under 16 s play Dromahair in Dromahair on Friday at 6.30. 

Yellow River Gaels Success 

Gaeil an Abhann Buí is certainly a new concept that many will not be familiar with. At any rate the final of this new under 13 regional competition was played on Saturday last in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin. Five clubs make up the Yellow River Gaels: Sean O’Heslins, Carrigallen, Aughavas, Aughnasheelin, and Aughawillan. O’Heslins were represented by Darren Maxwell, Damien Creaven, Adam Goldrick, Niall McGovern, Kevin Mullen, Dara Murphy, James Hamill, Daragh Reynolds and Jamie Sweeney. They had an easy victory over Sheemore Gaels. 

Scór na nÓg 

Preparations for Scór na nÓg are now starting and the club welcomes our new Oifigeach Cultúir agus Teanga, Órla Nic Mhurchaidh, who will be in charge of Scór and Scór na nÓg. Orla would like to hear from any youngsters interested in participating in Figure or Set dancing, recitation, solo singing, novelty act, question time, ballad group or instrumental music. Scór na nÓg dates are: Saturday 3 Nollaig i gCora Droma Rúisc and Sunday 4 Nollaig i mBéal an Átha Móir. 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Jackie’s. Pota Óir €4,550. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40: Criostóir Mac Conn Dubh. €20 an duine ó Terry Shortt: Alan Ó Bruacháin agus Aindrias Ó Dubhthaigh. €40 an duine: Colm Byrne, Mohill, Amanda Hessian, c/o Paul McCaffrey, Corlough, Cora McCauley, Gort, Mohill, David McCabe, Poor Scholar, Lily Reynolds, Willowfield Rd.  Uimhreacha: 65302417

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 19 Mean Fomhair 2011    

 Minor Final on Sunday 

For the first time since 1995 Seán O’Heslins will be contesting the Leitrim Minor Football Championship final. The game is in Páirc Seán at 1.30 on Sunday . Lets see everyone there to support the team. 

Stewards needed 

The Intermediate Championship final between Gortletteragh and Melvin Gaels will be played in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin on Saturday at 5.00. This will be preceded by the divisional under 15 final between Yellow River Gaels and Sheemore Gaels. 

Seniors are Division 2 Champions

 

Our seniors rounded off the year with a very welcome victory over Kiltubrid in the final of the Gallogly Catering All County League Division 2 on Saturday. This was the first senior silverware to come to the club since winning what was then the Senior B Championship in 2003. That same year we won the Division 2 League but at that time there were 20 teams in the Division 1 League and our second team won the Division 2 League. There was great relief on Saturday as promotion to Division 1 without winning the league would have been a damp squib.  This was a hard won game and at half time the teams were level at 1-4 to 0-7. We had got the tonic of a great goal from Wayne McKeon early in the game and a great point from Shane McWeeney near half time. Early in the second half Shane Moran picked up a fortunate loose ball and banged it into the net and that really set us into a lead we never lost. It ended 2-9 to 0-10. Our Captain, David Duignan was presented with the Cup by Cathaoirleach Seosamh O Floinn. 

 

Foireann: Philip Farrelly, Mathew Murphy, David Duignan, Joe Murphy, Philip Murphy, Patrick McLoughlin, Liam Ferguson (0-1), Wayne McKeon (1-1), Shane Moran (1-1), Shane Murphy (0-1), Johnny McWeeney, Sean Murray, Shane McWeeney  (0-2,1f), Adrian Smith, James McWeeney (0-2, 1f). Subs used: Brian Cafferty for John McWeeney, Paul Prior (0-1) for S Murray, Kevin O’Connor for Shane McWeeney.

Pictures from saturday of team and presentation under Pictures/Pictiuir

 

Joey Honeyman – Manager and player

 

It was a fairly unique event on Saturday in Cloone to see Joe Honeyman as manager of Kiltubrid in the Senior final against his old club Seán O’Heslins but in the very next game Joey was lining out at full-back for O’Heslin’s in the Junior B Championship quarter final. A great indication of Joey’s commitment to O’Heslins to see him lining out for the Juniors despite losing the Senior game.

 

Juniors Lose in Quarter Final

 

Like Dublin in the All Ireland Final, our second junior team look dead and buried in the second half of their quarter final against Aughavas when they were nine points down with ten minutes to go but a dramatic recovery brought them within a point of Aughavas in the end. At half time it was 0-7 to 0-4 for Aughavas with three of our points coming from Anton Arandelovic who had a great game at centre field plus one from Daryl McFarland. Shortly after half time Aughavas got a goal and a point, Anton got us another point and then three points from Aughavas left it 1-11 to 0-5 with ten minutes remaining. Then the resurrection started. Anton got another point, Adrian Murphy pointed and then Cormac Ó Suilleabháin got a goal to reduce it to five points difference. Darren McGrory, who had come in as a substitute, got a point and then a goal and all of a sudden there was only one in it. Aughavas got one back but Anton Arandelovic pointed a free and it was back to one but time ran out and it ended 1-13 to 2-9 for Aughavas.  Overall it was a good performance to get so close when all seemed lost and it must be remembered this team were playing in a higher division than last year.  And so our last team in the 2011 adult championship made their exit. 

 

Foireann:  Ruairí Sullivan, David Earley, Joe Honeyman, Gavin Brennan, Naoise Hayden, Kevin Prior, Shane Creamer, Anton Arandelovic (0-6, 3f), Jason Kellett, Cormac Ó Suilleabháin (1-0), Adrian Murphy (0-1), Michael Costello, Daryl McFarland (Capt) (0-1), Adrian Gallogly, Seán McCartin. Subs: Séamus Donnelly for G Brennan, Alan Prior for M Costello, Daren McGrory (1-1) for S McCartin.

 

Great Win for Minors in Semi-Final

 

Our minors had a great win over St Manachan’s in what was a game of great drama on Wednesday last in Kiltubrid. This was an absolute see-saw of a game, we got a great start with a goal and a point from Conor Moran. Mohill followed with a goal and then we had a stroke of fortune with a goal from a sideline kick from Brian Beirne. The second half was equally dramatic with great goals from Conor Moran again and another from Mark McGrory. Jack Cullen got a significant point and with the game level in the final minutes, Conor Moran and Andrew Burns got the scores to put us over the line to win by 4-7 to 3-8. This victory puts Seán O’Heslins into the Minor Championship Final for the first time since 1995. Since then, as Oughteragh Gaels, in combination with Aughnasheelin, we have been in three finals and won two, but the significance of making the final on our own is a major breakthrough.

 

Foireann: Cian McCaffrey, Kevin Banks, Eoin McHugh, Cyril Smith, Keelan McHugh, Jack Cullen, David McLoughlin, Brian Beirne, Andrew Burns, Conor Moran, John Fanning, Dean McGovern, Mark McGrory, Stephen McTague, Luke Murphy.

Draw for Trip to All Ireland Finals with 2Tickets.

 

The winner of the two All Ireland tickets and a night in Dublin was Paul Cullen, Aghadark. The second prize of €200 was won by Louise Farry and the ipod was won by Alan Prior

 

Flags Out

 

It would be good to see houses, shops, schools etc displaying the club’s colours before the Minor Final on Sunday. Also to see everyone from the town there to support the lads.

 

Under 16 Championship

 

Our under 16s lost to St Manachan’s by 2-13 to 1-11 last week. Due to the Minor Final they have no game this week.

 

Dublin Player with Leitrim top

 

Dublin players did an unusual thing on Sunday when they worn tops over their jerseys while meeting the Uachtarán, Mary McAleese and in the pre-match parade around the pitch. They wore a variety of Dublin tops but the odd man out was Diarmuid Connolly who wore a Leitrim top with the Leitrim crest. One wonders is there a Leitrim connection.

 

U-12 Footballers win Plunkett Cup

 

We played our second round in the league in the Park on Thursday last against Allen Gaels and had a good win. We also played our third game on Mon evening in Aughawillan against Garadice Gaels which also doubled up as the annual Plunkett Cup. It was a game played in very difficult conditions and both sets of players gave a great exhibition on a very wet evening. Garadice Gaels were on top in the 1^st half and we dominated the 2^nd half to win on a scoreline of 3-7 to 3-1. Congratulations to the panel which was as follows: Jack Gallogly, Dylan Beirne, Conor McGrath, Cathal McHugh, Edvinus Mattadus, Mark Maguire, Stephen Flynn, Christopher Maguire, Barry McGovern, John Conway, Emma McGovern (C), Tom Prior, Sean Christie Daire Gleeson, Nathan McCartin, Thomas Darcy, Keelan Creamer, Danny Smith, Eoin Curran. Our next game is on Mon eve 26^th at 6.30pm in the Park v Annaduff.

 

Best wishes

 

All involved with the Seán O’Heslin’s club send their best wishes to Maeve McGivern, who is recovering in hospital in London at the moment. We all wish Maeve a speedy recovery and safe return to Ballinamore.

 

Dancing success

 

Comhghairdeas to Jack Quinn who won the All Ireland under 13 Dancing World Championship lately. Jack is son of Pam Cryan from Ballinamore and Thomas Quinn of Aughawillan. 

 

Lotto

 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn sa Heritage Bar. Pota Óir €4,550. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40 Miley McKeon: Buidéal uisce beatha Freddie: Sean McNiffe. €40 an duine: Johnny Harte, Arizona, Mary Harte, Lahard, Kathleen Keaney, Miskawn, Zita Smith, Church St, Lorna Spellman, Drumshanbo. Uimhreacha: 37650214  

 

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 12 Mean Fomhair 2011    

 

Cluichí don Deireadh seachtaine 

At time of writing it is likely that weekend fixtures will be as follows: Junior B Championship Quarter Final in Cloone on Friday night. Division 2 league final on Saturday at 4pm

 

Juniors Lose Semi-Final by Two Points.

 

It was a weekend of hard luck stories with our Ladies losing the Intermediate Final by three points when they should have won and out Juniors losing the Junior Championship Final by two points when they could have won. This was a thrilling game all through and there were some excellent performances especially from Kevin O’Connor who took to his new role in attack getting four points from play. For the past few years we have been desperately close in the concluding stages of the Junior Championship and this was no exception. Overall a great performance and hard luck in the final minutes when shots from both Rory O’Rourke and Shane Creamer both just went over the crossbar when, with a bit of luck, they could have been under. See match report in Observer. 

Foireann: Denis Dolan, Kevin Prior, Paddy McLoughlin, Gordon Hughes, Eoin McHugh, Kevin O’Connor (0-4), John Fanning, Brian Cafferty (0-1), Brian Beirne (0-4, 2f), Neil Hughes (0-1), Stephen McTague, Éamon Walsh, Mark McGrory, Diarmuid Keegan, Tommy McCormack (0-3f). Rory O’Rourke (0-2), for Denis Dolan, Shane Creamer (0-2) for E Walsh, Sean McCartin for S McTague, Jason Kellett for D Keegan, Andrew Burns for M McGrory.

Ladies Cruel Luck in  Intermediate Final 

It was heartbreak for our Ladies team in the intermediate Final in Cloone on Sunday. Talk about kicking a game away!!. This really was a disaster. It has to be said every player on the team gave it their all but the scores just would not go up on the board. It was also a very windy day which made scoring difficult but it was cruel luck to hit 19 wides, ten in the first half and nine in the second, while St Mary’s had five in the whole hour. O’Heslins were far the better team over the hour but St Mary’s were brilliant at taking long range points from the few chances they got. While the girls were behind for most of the game it only looked a matter of time before they would get the scores, such was their dominance. Even in the final minute it took a brilliant save from the St Mary’s goalie to deny Sarah McLoughlin the equalizer. It ended 3-8 to 3-5 for St Mary’s See full match report in the Observer. We wish a speedy recovery to Niamh Smith who injured her ankle in training and missed the final. 

Foireann: Carol O’Connor, Claire Fanning, Linda Harte, Aine Martin, Emma O’Dell, Kirby Gilgunn, Katie Duignan, Sarah McLoughlin (1-3), Ciara O’ Dowd, Laura O’ Dowd (1-1), Orla McWeeney, Michelle Fanning, Gillian Leyden, Deborah Gilheany (1-1), Aoibheann Flynn Sub: Méabh Gleason, for Gillian Leyden (Picture of team under Pictures/Ladies )

Seniors Beat Aughnasheelin in Final League game

 

Our seniors beat Aughnasheelin on Sunday morning by 0-10 to 0-8. Thus we ended on top of the table winning eight of the nine games and drawing with Eslin.

 

Foireann: Philip Farrelly, Mathew Murphy, David Duignan, Joe Murphy, Philip Murphy, Wayne McKeon, Liam Ferguson, Adrian Smith, Shane Moran, Shane Murphy, Johnny McWeeney, Brian Cafferty, Shane McWeeney, Sean Murray, James McWeeney. Subs used: Kevin O’Connor and John Fanning.

Draw for Trip to All Ireland Finals with 2Tickets. 

Draw for All Ireland tickets was put back to this Friday so you can still be in with a chance for to win the trip to the All Ireland. Draw now takes place in Priors on Friday night. 

Minor Championship 

Our Minors turned in a brilliant display to beat Drumkeerin in Kiltubrid on Wednesday and to effectively put themselves into a semi-final against Mohill on this Wednesday in Kiltubrid at 7.00.The final score was 1-6 to 0-8. Stephen McTague, who was absent due to illness on the previous Wednesday, was a big addition on Wednesday last. 

Foireann: Cian McCaffrey, Kevin Banks, Eoin McHugh, Cyril Smith, Conor Moran, Jack Cullen, Keelan McHugh, Brian Beirne, Andrew Burns, David McLoughlin, John Fanning, Dean McGovern, Mark McGrory, Stephen McTague, Luke Murphy. 

Under 16 Championship 

Our under 16s won their first match on Monday against Garadice Gaels. They won comprehensively by 0-14 to 0-5. They now play St Manachan’s in Eslin on this Friday at 6.45 

Report for U-12`s Autumn 2011 

We played our first round in the 2^nd league in Aughnasheelin on Thursday last and came out on top after a good game. Our panel on duty was Jack Gallogly, Conor McGrath, Christopher Maguire, Mark Maguire (c), Stephen Flynn, Barry McGovern, Cathal McHugh, Nathan McCartin, John Conway, Emma McGovern, Daire Gleeson, Thomas Darcy, Keelan Creamer, Edvinus Mattadus, Tom Prior, Dylan Beirne, Danny Smith, Sean Christie, Eoin Curran. There are 7 teams in our group: Ballinamore Sean O`Heslins, Aughnasheelin, Melvin Gaels, Glencar/Manorhamilton, Annaduff, Allen Gaels and Drumreilly with the top 2 teams playing in a final in Páirc Sean. Our 2^nd game at home against Melvin Gaels fell foul to the stormy weather on Mon eve.Our next game is on this Thurs evening at 7pm in the Park v Allen Gaels. 

Found in Clubrooms

After the Harvest Jamboree a number of items were found in the clubrooms: Two Ladies Jackets, one black leather and the other a cream dress jacket. One of the jackets contained a set of keys. Also a wallet with loose change found on the stand. Owners call to the clubrooms any weekday.

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn sa Commercial. Pota Óir €4,450. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40 Noel Sweeney: Buidéal uisce beatha ó Bobby Joe’s: Walter Sharpley €40 an duine: Grace Wrynn, Aghadark, Margaret McKeon, Aughatowny, Seán McManus, Drumderg, Marcella McKiernan, Kildorragh, Catherine McTague, Main St. Uimhreacha: 10573246

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 5 Mean Fomhair 2011    

 

Cluichí don Deireadh seachtaine 

Ladies play St Mary’s in the Intermediate Final in Cloone on Sunday next at 4.00pm

Our juniors face Mohill in the semi-final of the Junior A Championship on Saturday 6.00pm in Cloone. On Sunday our seniors play their final Division 1 game against Aughnasheelin in Aughnasheelin at 12.00 Under 16s play Garadice Gaels in the first round of the championship on Monday in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin at 7.00pm

 

Seniors Lose in Championship Semi-Final

 

A Senior Championship is as far away as ever after we were comprehensively beaten by Glencar/Manorhamilton on Saturday last. We were beaten by 2-14 to 1-4 and it really was as the score suggests. Glencar/Manor were up 1-5 before Shane Moran got our first and only point in the first half after 24 minutes. By half time it was 1-9 to 0-1 and while we had the wind behind us for the second half, it would have taken Hurricane Irene at her best to make any difference. Nobody could have expected this and it probably boils down to being beaten by a far better team. The league is left and hopefully a win in the Final will help matters, promotion on its own is not enough.

 

Foireann: Philip Farrelly, Mathew Murphy, David Duignan (0-1f), Joe Murphy, Philip Murphy, Patrick McLoughlin, Liam Ferguson (1-0), Wayne McKeon, Shane Moran (0-4), Shane Murphy, Johnny McWeeney, Seán Murray, Shane McWeeney (0-1f), Adrian Smith, Paul Prior (0-1). Subs used: Brian Cafferty, James McWeeney, Paul McLoughlin, Tommy McCormack, Kevin O’Connor.

 

Ladies qualify for Intermediate Final

 

Our Ladies qualified for the Intermediate Final with a decisive win over Ballinaglera in the semi-final last Saturday by 3-15 to 0-6. The game however, was much closer than the scoreline suggests. This has been amazing progress for the team that won the Junior Championship last year. They now play St Mary’s in the Final in Cloone on Sunday next at 4.00pm 

Foireann: Niamh Smith, Claire Fanning, Linda Harte, Aine Martin, Emma O’Dell, Kirby Gilgunn, Katie Duignan, Sarah McLoughlin, Ciara O’ Dowd (1-4), Laura O’ Dowd (0-6), Orla McWeeney (0-1), Michelle Fanning, Gillian Leyden, Deborah Gilheany (2-3), Méabh Gleason, Subs: Aoibheann Flynn (0-1), Aoibheann Curran, Celine Charles.

 

Juniors Beat St Caillin’s in B Championship

 

Our second junior team qualified for the quarter finals of the championship with a 2-10 to 1-5 win over St Caillins on Sunday. They led by 1-5 to 0-2 at half-time with Seán McCartin’s goal giving them a good cushion. In the second half Ciaran Murray’s goal was decisive along with points from substitutes Michael Costello (two) and Cormac Ó Suilleabháin. Andrew Burns also got a couple of good points. The half back line of Jack Cullen, Kevin Prior and Kevin Banks was our strongest line throughout and kept Fenagh at bay.

 

Foireann: Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin, David Earley, Joe Honeyman, Shane Creamer, Jack Cullen, Kevin Prior, Kevin Banks, Jason Kellett, David Leyden, Andrew Burns, Ciaran Murray, Adrian Murphy, Daryl McFarland, Adrian Gallogly, Seán McCartin. Subs: Michael Costello and Cormac Ó Suilleabháin

Draw for Trip to All Ireland Finals with 2Tickets. 

The underage section of the club are organising a very attractive draw with a first prize of a trip for two to the All Ireland Football Finals with accommodation plus two tickets for the All Ireland Finals. This is an exceptional prize as tickets for the final with Kerry and Dublin will be prized possessions and very hard to get. Underage players will be calling to houses selling tickets. Please support them. Draw will take place in Priors on Saturday next 10 September. 

Minor Championship 

Our Minors lost to Drumkeerin on Wednesday last, a result which has opened up the whole competition. As a result there is now a three-way play-off to see who meets Glencar/Manorhamilton in the final. The draw has paired us against Drumkeerin again on this Wednesday at 7.00 in Kiltubrid. The first half against Drumkeerin was a very changeable affair. Drumkeerin started well and had 1-1 up in minutes. Then we took over and had a pointed free from Luke Murphy, then three pointed frees from Brian Beirne and a goal finished by John Fanning. It was 1-4 to 1-1 and we were coasting. However we didn’t get another score in the half and Drumkeerin got 1-6 to lead by 2-7 to 1-4 at half time. The second half was much closer and two great goals from Mark McGrory kept us in it until the end but we couldn’t get closer than the final score of 3-12 to 3-7. 

Foireann: Cian McCaffrey, Kevin Banks, Anthony Maguire, Cyril Smith, Conor Moran, Jack Cullen, Keelan McHugh, Brian Beirne, Andrew Burns, David McLoughlin, John Fanning, Dean McGovern, Mark McGrory, Eoin McHugh, Luke Murphy. Sub: Brian Leyden for Anthony Maguire. 

Girls Under 16 

Girls under 16s beat Dromahair by 4-19 to 4-5 last Wednesday. They play Drumkeerin on this Thursday at 7.00 in the Park 

Scór na mBunscoileanna 

Scór na mbunscoileanna is around the corner and the local schools will be involved in Ballinamore on Friday 28 April 

Lifestyle improvements 

Our clubs excellent facilities are enabling individuals of the community the opportunity to take part in an 8 week health and fitness programme that will be delivered in Ballinamore GAA Club House.  The programme is suitable for individuals of all ages, regardless of fitness levels.  It’s the perfect opportunity to make new friends “have fun, get healthy and keep fit”.  There will be optional weigh-ins, BMI calculations, body measurements and fitness assessments on the first and final week, with weekly weigh-ins available, for all interested.  Health promotion, nutrition and motivational advice will also be provided weekly.  The aim of the program is to provide a non-intimidating, friendly and approachable atmosphere, to ensure everyone feels confident improving their lifestyle. You can join the program for just the health or fitness element or for both what ever you feel comfortable with.  The programme will be launched on Thursday 8th of September at 7.30 in the Sean O’Heslin’s Club Room.

Executive meeting

Meeting of club executive on Friday next at 9.00 in the Clubrooms

Lotto

 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Bobby Joes. Pota Óir €4,400. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40:Michael Flanagan, Drumarigna.  Voucher from Ciaran and Cathy Smith: Seán Ó Suilleabháin: €40 an duine: Kevin Turbitt, Dún na Bo, Sharon Sweeney, Willowfield Rd, Bernadette Spellman, Diffier, Drumshanbo, Fergal McGirl, Main St, Hannah Banks, Willowfield rd. Uimhreacha: 43527106

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 29 Lunasa 2011    

  

Seniors in Championship Semi-Final on Saturday

 

Saturday is another big occasion for our seniors who are in the Senior Championship semi-final for the first time since 1998. They play Glencar/Manorhamilton in Páirc Seán on Saturday at 6.30. Hoping to see big support there for the team. Our Junior B team play St Caillins on this Sunday. 

Ladies in Intermediate Semi-Final 

Ladies play in the Intermediate Championship semi-final on Sunday at 12.00 in Drumshanbo against Ballinaglera. Under 16s play Dromahair tonight at 7.00 in Dromahair. 

Correction re Aughawillan Games 

Last week we mentioned that Ballinamore hadn’t met Aughawillan in the Senior Championship since 1994 and hadn’t beaten them since 1991. However, one observant club member has pointed out to us that the story isn’t that bad. We met and beat Aughawillan in 2001 by1-10 to 1-9. Ciaran Murray got a late goal in that game.

 

Juniors in Junior A Championship Semi Final

 

Our Junior A team had a hard-fought victory over Allen Gaels on Friday night in Cloone. They led at half time by 0-6 to 0-5 and despite being down to 14 men they still managed to win by 0-10 to 0-7. This is turning out to be a great year for our adult teams with seniors and juniors both in the respective semi-finals. See report in sports pages

 

Foireann: Denis Dolan, Gordon Hughes, Patrick McLoughlin, Kevin prior, Eoin McHugh, Kevin O’Connor, John Fanning, Brian Beirne, Paul McLoughlin, Stephen McTague, Brian Cafferty, Anthony McTague, Mark McGrory, Ryan Gavin, Tommy McCormack: Subs used: Diarmuid Keegan, Shane Creamer, Éamon Walsh.

 

Juniors Lose in B Championship

 

Our second junior team lost to Glencar/Manorhamilton by 2-10 to 0-2 on Sunday morning, they were beaten by a much fitter team. Foireann: Michael Costello, Francis Dolan, Joe Honeyman, David Earley, Kevin Banks, Shane Creamer, Jack Cullen, Kevin Prior, Jason Kellett, Adrian Murphy, Ciaran Murray, Andrew Burns, Daryl McFarland, Adrian Gallogly, Sean McCartin. Sub Peter Reynolds for Daryl McFarland. Final game in this group will be the deciding one, against St Caillin’s on Sunday 

Harvest Jamboree – A big success 

Our Harvest Jamboree on Saturday was a great success with over 400 people present.  There was eating and drinking and then entertainment directed by Tommy Moran and John O’Connell and no better men to get the crowd going. There was a big raffle for prizes sponsored by Gay D’Arcy, The Clarion Hotel, Sligo, Castlecourt Hotel, Westport, Slieve Russell Hotel and Ciaran and Cathy Smyth. Many thanks to all of those sponsors. The whole event was organised by club Cathaoirleach Peter Reynolds and his team of helpers. Míle buíochas to all of them. 

Draw for Trip to All Ireland Finals with 2Tickets. 

The underage section of the club are organising a very attractive draw with a first prize of a trip for two to the All Ireland Football Finals with accommodation plus  two tickets for the All Ireland Finals. This is an exceptional prize as tickets for the final with Kerry and Dublin will be prized possessions and very hard to get. Underage players will be calling to houses selling tickets. Please support them. Draw will take place in Priors on Saturday 10 September. 

Minor Championship 

Our Minors beat St Mary’s in the championship on Wednesday last by 2-16 to 2-13, to keep their chances alive.  They play Drumkeerin tonight in the final game in Ballinamore. 

Under 14 Final 

Our under 14s put up a brave display against St Manachan’s on Sunday last in the Under 14 Championship Final and but for a number of missed chances they could have been much closer in the end. Overall the 3-11 to 2-2 scoreline did not do justice to their efforts. See full report in sports pages.

Foireann: Darren Maxwell, Damien Creaven, James Hamill, Christopher Maguire, Adam Goldrick, Niall McGovern, Mark O’Reilly, Donal Feely, Peter Reynolds Capt, Oisín McCaffrey, Daire Murphy, Cathal McHugh, Barry McGovern, Kevin Mullen, Jamie Sweeney. Subs used: Stephen Flynn, John Conway, Dara Gleeson.  

Lifestyle improvements

The club is delighted to offers individuals the opportunity to take part in an 8 week health and fitness programme that will be delivered in Ballinamore GAA Club House.Exercise together with a healthy lifestyle can help you live longer, can help lower blood pressure and cholesterol, fights fat, helps you feel and look better, and protect against certain medical conditions. Its helps you cope with stress, improves your mood and your mind. There will be optional weigh-in’s, BMI calculations, body measurements and fitness assessments on the first and final week, with weekly weigh-in’s available, for all interested.  Health promotion, nutrition and motivational advice will also be provided weekly.  There will be different programmes designed for individuals of all ages regardless of fitness levels.  It’s the perfect opportunity to make new friends “have fun, get healthy and keep fit”.  You can join the program for just the health or fitness element or for both what ever you feel comfortable with.  The programme will be launched on Thursday 8th of September at 7.30 in the Sean O’ Heslin’s Club Room, so come along for further information, registration and induction.  For further information or to register, please contact 087 9390980.

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Bobby Joe’s Pota Óir €4,350. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40: Sean McNiffe Buidéal uisce beatha ó Gay Prior: John Harte  €40 an duine: Seán McManus, Drumderg, Margaret McKeon, Sinéad Beirne, 13 Anvil Court, Imelda Mahon, Church St, Pat Murray, Killaneen Uimhreacha: 30612754 

Lotto on line revised 

We have a new system this week for those who choose to do Lotto on Line and we are hoping for a big increase in the number of club supporters who will be doing the Lotto. There are five choices and there are free weeks depending on how many weeks you choose. The choices are: 1) Full Year (46 + 6 Free), 32 weeks (28 + 4 Free), 24 weeks (21 + 3 Free), 16 weeks (14 + 2 Free), 8 weeks (7 + 1 Free). We ask all of our supporters who cannot make the Lotto on a Monday night to consider doing our lotto on line.

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 22 Lunasa 2011      

 

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Junior A Championship quarter final against Allen Gaels on this Friday night in Cloone at 7.00. Our senior semi-final against Glencar/Manorhamilton will be on Saturday week in Páirc Seán Mac Diarmada.

 

Seniors in Championship Semi-Final

 

For the first time since 1998 our seniors have reached the Semi-Final of the Championship. Last Saturday’s win over Aughawillan was a significant breakthrough in more ways than one. Some of our current seniors weren’t born when we last beat Aughawillan in the Senior Championship. Yes, it is all of 20 years ago since we beat Aughawillan on our way to the 1991 Final. The last meeting between the teams was in 1994 when Aughawillan won. Ironically our paths havn’t crossed in senior Championship since then. Saturday’s win was a great boost to the team, especially to get to a semi-final and the performance was as good as the final score suggests. From the time Wayne McKeon scored our first point to the final whistle, we were never behind, but Aughawillan certainly fought all of the way and brought it to level pegging at 0-3 each at one stage of the first half. . Midway through the second half Aughawillan came within a point at 0-8 to 0-7 but five points in a row from Shane Murphy, Shane McWeeney (free), Shane Murphy again, Sean Murphy and James McWeeney (free) gave us the six point lead that left it safe. It ended 0-13 to 0-8. Overall it was a very pleasing display and sets us up for a crack at Glencar/Manorhamilton in the semi-final.

 

Foireann: Philip Farrelly, Matthew Murphy, David Duignan, Joe Murphy, Philip Murphy, Patrick McLoughlin, Liam Ferguson (0-1), Wayne McKeon (0-2), Shane Moran (0-1), Shane Murphy (0-2), Johnny McWeeney, Seán Murray (0-1), Paul Prior (0-1f), Adrian Smith, Shane McWeeney (0-4,3f). Subs: Brian Cafferty for A Smith, James McWeeney (0-1f) for P Prior, Tommy McCormack for S Murphy.

 

Harvest Jamboree – See you all there? 

Saturday is the big night that we have all been waiting for.  The big Cannaboe Tea Party will be taking place in the “Marquee in the Park”. If there is anyone out there who can still organise a table with some of their friends or relations, there will still be space to accommodate you. Also, any individuals or couples who would like to attend, you can join a table. Please give Celia a ring at 087 9272412. Starting time is 7.00pm and all patrons are asked to be seated at that time. Contribution is €15 each. Those who would like to attend the Dance only can come after 10.00pm and admission for dance only is €10. 

Army Band to perform play at opening of Reading Groups Project 

The Sean O’Heslins Readers Group Project will be launched in the marquee on Friday night of next week, 26 August. This event is open to the public and the club is very keen to see a big crowd there to. There will be a brief formal launch of the project but the highlight of the night will be a musical performance by the Army Band of the Western Brigade. Don’t miss this great free event and bring along your family and friends. Admission is free to this event. 

Good Luck to Sarah and Kirby 

Leitrim ladies will be playing our neighbours Cavan in the All Ireland Intermediate semi final this Saturday 27th August in Leahy Park, Cashel at 4.15pm. We wish the team and Ballinamore Sean O’Heslin’s representatives, Kirby Gilgunn and Sarah McLoughlin, the very best of luck.   

Ladies in Intermediate Semi-Final 

Sean O’Heslin’s ladies emulated their male counterparts at the weekend by qualifying for the Leitrim Ladies Intermediate semi final. While they lost on Saturday by 3 pts to Manorhamilton they qualified for the semi finals. They now play Ballinaglera in the semi final. Panel last Saturday was: Carol O’Connor, Claire Fanning, Linda Harte, Gillian Leyden, Aoibheann Flynn, Kirby Gilgunn, Katie Duignan, Sarah McLoughlin, Ciara O’ Dowd, Laura O’ Dowd, Orla McWeeney, Michelle Fanning, Niamh Smith, Deborah Gilheany, Linda O’Brien, Méabh Gleason, Emma O’Dell, Aoibheann Curran, Celine Charles, Katherine Toolan, Aine Martin, Aisling O’Flaherty. 

Jerseys, Tops etc 

Jerseys, polo shirts etc in the club colours for all age groups are now available and samples are on display in the clubrooms and in Gay Priors. If you would like to order, please check them out for size etc either in the clubrooms or in Gay Priors. You can order either of those items by texting Patsy Connaughton with details of size and quantity to 087 6846578. Orders must be in by this weekend at the latest. 

Minor Championship 

Minors play St Mary’s tonight Wednesday at  7.30 Páirc Naomh Muire. On Wednesday next they play Drumkeerin at 7.00 in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin 

Under 14 Final 

The under 14 final against St Manachan’s is fixed for Páirc Seán MacDiarmada on Sunday 28 August at 6.00 

Under 16 Hurling Championship 

Under 16s play Gortletteragh in Park on this Thursday at 6.30. 

Cailíní Bhéal an Átha Móir at All Ireland Fleadh 

Great to see our Senior Scór dancers compete at All Ireland Fleadh level in Cavan. Well done to Orla Murphy and her team on reaching the All Ireland Finals. Good also to see Glencar/Manorhamilton and Fenagh also taking part as well as many individual competitors from Leitrim. 

Comhbhrón 

Sympathy is extended to the Murphy Family Railway Rd on the death of Mary Murphy, sister of James. Go ndéana Dia trócaire uirthi. 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Prior’s. Pota Óir €4,300. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: Margaret McKeon €40 Buidéal uisce beatha ó David McCabe: Philip Farrelly Snr.  €40 an duine: Brendan McGowan, Ardrum, James Murphy, Stephen Beirne, Ardrum, Tara Mahon, Buggaun, Shane McWeeney, Longstone. Uimhreacha: 47652103

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 15 Lunasa 2011      

 

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Our eagerly awaited Senior Championship quarter final against Aughawillan is taking place on Saturday evening in Cloone starting at 6.45. It would be great to see all our underage players there and to give them the opportunity of supporting our senior club team and to establish the club connection between underage and senior. We would ask all parents and supporters to make a special effort to be there, now that the Festival is over!!. . Minors play Melvin Gaels in the Park tonight Wednesday at 7.00. There will be an Under 21 B All Ireland Semi-final in the Park on Saturday between Donegal and Westmeath at 2.00pm. Stewards required.

 

Harvest Jamboree – Are you booked in? 

The Harvest Jamboree is now just a week away, on Saturday 27 August and there is still room for more tables.  This was the “social event of the year” this time last year and it promises to be the same this year. After the Festival, it is the remaining big event for the town and countryside around Ballinamore until next Christmas. It will again be held in the exciting marquee location and there will be bar facilities and great music for the night. Anyone who would like to take a table for ten people, or if you wish to attend the event as an individual or couple please contact Celia 087 9272412 or Helena at 087 2378514.  The contribution is €15 per person and the event is a major fundraiser for the club. 

Juniors in Junior A Championship Semi-Final 

Our Juniors had a good win over Carrigallen in their second game and their victory by 1-9 to 1-8 means that they top their group, like our seniors, and are now in the Junior A Championship quarter final where they will face Allen Gaels. They struggled to get on top of Carrigallen but good scores from Stephen McTague and Tommy McCormack, in particular, pulled them through.

Foireann: Denis Dolan, Gordon Hughes, Patrick McLoughlin, Neil Hughes, John Fanning, Kevin O’Connor, Eoin McHugh, Brian Beirne, Paul McLoughlin, Stephen McTague, Brian Cafferty, Anthony McTague, Tommy McCormack, Diarmuid Keegan, Mark McGrory. Subs: Kevin Prior for Neil Hughes, Rory O’Rourke for Diarmuid Keegan. 

Juniors beat St Osnat’s in Junior B Championship 

Andrew Burns was the hero of this game and his three goals were the difference between the teams. Andrew hit the net three times, once in the first half and twice in the second and each in turn, put paid to St Osnat’s chances. It was a good start to our adventure at a higher level for this team. They won the C Championship last year, but they had never beaten St Osnatts in the Championship before. Sean McCartin was our chief scorer in the first half with two pointed frees and one from play and Adrian Gallogly got two good points also. Adrian Murphy got a point also but Andrew Burns’ goal gave us the 1-6 to 0-5 cushion at half time. Adrian Murphy was first on the score sheet in the second half before Andrew Burns pointed and he quickly followed with his second goal. We were looking comfortable at 2-8 to 0-6 but then St Osnat’s got a goal. Adrian Murphy got another point but Osnat’s got two. However Sean McCartin pointed a free and Andrew Burns got his third goal when he deflected into the net and that left it 3-10 to 1-8 which is a very healthy start in a group where we now meet Glencar/Manorhamilton’s third team and Fenagh St Caillin’s second.  

Foireann: Peter Reynolds, Gavin Brennan, Joe Honeyman, Shane Creamer, Jack Cullen, Freddie Walsh, Kevin Banks, Jason Kellett, Kevin Prior, Andrew Burns (3-1), Ciaran Murray, Adrian Murphy (0-3), Daryl McFarland, Adrian Gallogly (0-2), Sean McCartin (0-4). Sub used: David Earley for Daryl McFarland. 

Army Band to perform at opening of Reading Groups Project 

The Sean O’Heslins Readers Group Project will be launched in the marquee on Friday night of next week, 26 August. This event is open to the public and the club is very keen to see a big crowd there to. There will be a brief formal launch of the project but the highlight of the night will be a musical performance by the Army Band of the Western Brigade. Don’t miss this great free event and bring along your family and friends. Admission is free to this event. 

Bingo is off 

The proposed Bingo for the Park on Sunday week will not now take place 

 

Joe McInerney Tournament

 

The Joe McInerney GAA Sports day was a great success and there was general agreement that the format was better than in previous years. Teams of under 8s and under 10 from Aughnasheelin, Ballinamore, Garadice Gaels, Fenagh and Derrinacreeve Gaels took part. The club would like to thank the Leitrim GAA Club of New York annual golf classic for the continued support of the event. Special thanks to Pat Murray, formerly of Killaneen, who initiated the New York Leitrim GAA Club’s support.

 

Christy Gallogly under 16 Tournament.

 

The inaugural Christy Gallogly Under 16 Tournament ran off very well at the weekend with the following eight teams taking part: Enniskillen Gaels, St Patrick’s Donagh, Boyle, Longford Slashers, Skerries Harps, Castleknock and Templeport as well as Seán O’Heslins. After a series of games, Sean O’Heslins and Castleknock from Dublin qualified for the finals. The Dublin team were by far the stronger and ran out deserving winners of the Final. After the final, Tommy Moran paid tribute to the late great Christy Gallogly and outlined all of the work he did in his time for Seán O’Heslins. The new trophy was presented to the winning Captain by Christy’s son Brian Gallogly and the medals were presented by his daughter, Olive. . 

Jerseys, Tops etc 

Jerseys, polo shirts etc in the club colours for all age groups are now available and samples are on display in the clubrooms and in Gay Priors. If you would like to order, please check them out for size etc either in the clubrooms or in Gay Priors. You can order either of those items by texting Patsy Connaughton with details of size and quantity to 087 6846578. You can also leave details of order in Gay Priors or in the club rooms when someone is in attendance, such as at match times. 

Under 14 Final 

The under 14 final against St Manachan’s is fixed for Páirc Seán MacDiarmada on Sunday 28 August at 6.00 

Greetings from Singapore

News from Brendan Wisely in Singapore “Greetings from Singapore. It’s that time of year again, where all of Asia is getting ready for the upcoming Asian Gaelic Games (October 14th -16th). This year the event is being held in Seoul, Korea. To be exact in the suburb, called Suwon. Suwon is the only remaining completely walled city in South Korea. One interesting fact is that the games will be held  at the grounds of the World Cup Stadium, another is that Park Ji-Sung, the Manchester Footballer, was born and grew up in this area. So here’s hoping to see the legendary Hugh Gough make his annual pilgrimage and if the Gods are really shining that Pat Travers is still out in Seoul, since the last world cup. Who knows we may have another Ballinamore man, line out for Singapore GFC.” Míle buíochas A Bhreandáin. 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn sa Scoláire Bocht. Pota Óir €4,250. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40 Martina Farry. Buidéal uisce beatha ó Gordon Hughes: Tom Burns..  €40 an duine Ann Prior, Derrinever, Gavin B Honeyman, Séamus mac Murchaidh, Elaine Duignan, Killaneen, Angela Geoghegan, Ruislip, Middlesex. Uimhreacha: 17652430. Welcome back to one of our great Lotto patrons, Miley McKeon, back after his illness for the first time on Monday. Great to see a great crowd on Monday after the Festival and all.

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 8 Lunasa 2011      

 

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Juniors play their second game in the Junior A Championship on Saturday against Carrigallen in Cloone at 7.00pm. Our second Junior team play their first round in the Junior B Championship on Sunday at 3.00 against St Osnatt’s. Venue to be fixed. Minors play Melvin Gaels in the Park next Wednesday at 7.00

 

Seniors Lose but through to Quarter-finals.

 

Our seniors played out their final Championship group match in Páirc Seán on Saturday evening against Annaduff. There were three changes from the team that started against Drumreilly in Cloone due to injuries, Jim McTague, Joe Murphy & Ronan O’Rourke all sitting this one out. We struggled in the first half, scores were hard to come by, Shane McWeeney and Paul Prior both pointing from frees. Were it not for an excellent goal from Sean Murray after a nice passing movement, we would have been out of the picture at half time. Annaduff led by 0-8 to 1-3 at the break.  

The second half was much closer, and while we enjoyed a lot of possession, we struggled to get into the scoring zone for long periods. Brian Cafferty got our only score from play in the second half, while Shane McWeeney was on target scoring three points all from frees. Our best performances came from Philip & Matthew Murphy, Wayne McKeon & Shane McWeeney. Overall a very exciting game in slippy conditions with both teams securing a place in the quarter finals and crucially, another year of senior championship football in 2012.  

Team and Scorers: Philip Farrelly, Matthew Murphy, Paddy McLoughlin, David Duignan, Philip Murphy, Liam Ferguson, Anthony McTague, Wayne McKeon, Shane Moran, Shane Murphy, Johnny McWeeney, Paul Prior (0-1 free) Sean Murray (1-1), Adrian Smith, Shane McWeeney (0-4, 4f).  Subs used James McWeeney for Shane Murphy, Brian Cafferty (0-1) for Paul Prior, Paul McLoughlin for Adrian Smith. 

Major Harvest Jamboree events coming up 

There are just two weeks to the eagerly awaited Harvest Jamboree. This year there will be three days of events.On the Friday the Army Band of the Western Command will perform at an event to launch a major cross-border initiative by the Seán O’Heslin’s club. On the Saturday the second annual Harvest Jamboree will take place and on the Sunday there will be a monster bingo. All events will take place in the marquee which will hold about 500 people and there will be full bar facilities provided. 

Army Band to perform at opening of Reading Groups Project 

Sean O’Heslins GAA club has been instrumental in initiating a number of cross border and cross-community projects which has broadened the work of the club and has been the subject of much favourable comment at different levels. Last year the club was instrumental in organising a cross-border sporting event which drew underage teams clubs from Cavan, Fermanagh and Leitrim together from a range of sports. This year the focus is reading groups and, in conjunction with Leitrim County Library, cross-community readers groups from Leitrim, Cavan, Fermanagh and Tyrone will be brought together over the next two years culminating in a major event in Ballinamore each year. The launch of this project will take place in the Sean O’Heslins marquee on the Friday 26 August. The Army Band of the Western Command will give a musical performance at the launch. Admission is free to this event and the public are invited to attend. 

American Tea Party 

The highlight of the Harvest Jamboree Weekend is the American Tea Party on the Saturday night. This year’s event promises to surpass last year and already the quota of tables is nearly full. We advise you to book your table or your place at one of the hosts’ tables as soon as possible.  Please ring Helena D’Arcy or Celia Donohoe without delay. There will be bar facilities and great music for the night. 

Monster Bingo on Sunday 28 

On the Sunday there will be a monster Bingo in the marquee in the Park. More details of this next week.

 

Games in Park – Stewards wanted

 

There are Ladies senior championship games in the Park on Sunday at 12.00 and 1.30 and stewards will be required.

 

Joe McInerney Tournament

 

The Joe McInerney Fun Day this year will take the format of an U8 and U10 fun blitz with all the local clubs taking part. This annual event is being developed into a more appropriate football event. Any child visiting the town who wishes to take part is welcome. Just let any club official know on the day. This event is being sponsored by the Leitrim GAA Club of New York annual golf classic and the Sean O’Heslins club would like to express their thanks for the continued support of the event. Special thanks to Pat Murray, formerly of Killaneen, who initiated the New York Leitrim GAA Club’s support.

 

Christy Gallogly under 16 Tournament.

 

Christy Gallogly was one of the legendary figures behind the Seán O’Heslins club. His name will forever be linked with the great Senior and underage teams of the 1960s and 1970s in particular. He was also behind many of the great successes of the Vocational Schools and St Felim’s teams during the same era. Christy was club Cathaoirleach from 1971 to 1974 and was Rúnaí from 1957-1970 for all but one year. This year the club is organising an under 16 tournament which will be named after him. The inaugural Christy Gallogly Memorial Tournament starts this Thursday at 7:30pm with U16 boys teams from Leitrim, Roscommon, Cavan, Fermanagh, Longford and Dublin. On  Thursday Ballinamore play Lisnaskea and Templeport play Boyle, both matches at 7.30. Friday Enniskillen Gaels play Skerries at 5.30 and Castleknock play Longford Slashers at 7.30pm. Semi finals on Saturday at 5.30 and 7pm. Final and Shield Final on Sunday at 4.00pm and 6.30pm. 

Fitness Classes 

Fitness Classes back on Monday and Thursday in the Gym in the Park at 8pm. Outdoor Bootcamp on Wednesdays at 8pm. 

Under 14 Championship 

Under 14s drew with St Caillins in Fenagh last Friday. Ballinamore 5-6 Fenagh St Caillin’s 3-12 

Minor Championship  

Our minors had a great win over St Manachan’s on Wednesday evening last. The final score was Sean O’Heslins 1-10 St Manachan’s 1-9. On Monday we were surprised by St Francis in a game we looked to be winning with minutes to go. The score in this one was the same only the other way around: St Frances 1-10 Sean O’Heslins 1-9. However all is not lost 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Ní Fhionn’s. Pota Óir €4,200. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40 Christopher McNiffe. Dhá duaiseanna ó Frank & Ita Flynn: Philip Farrelly Jnr and Bernadette Dowd, Sallyfield.  €40 an duine: Séamus Mulleaney, Kilclare, Karen Gallogly, Drumreilly, Marge McLoughlin, Tarmon, Michael Quinn, Drumlonan, Dermot Tiernan, Cloone. Uimhreacha: 32501746

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 1 Lunasa 2011      

 

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Our seniors play Annaduff in the second game of the Senior Championship in Páirc Sean Mac Diarmada on Saturday at 6.00.

 

Games in Park – Stewards wanted

 

While our seniors will be playing in Páirc Seán in Carrick on Saturday, there will be two big games in our own Park. St Mary’s play Allen Gaels at 6.00 and Aughawillan play Cloone at 7.30. Then on Sunday morning, at 11.30 Allen Gaels play St Mary’s in the Junior Championship and at 1.00 Annaduff play Carrigallen. Please let Alan Banks know if you are available for either days. 

Great start for Juniors in Junior A Championship 

Our Junior A team made a great start to the Championship with a deserved win over Annaduff on Sunday last. If one were to dwell on league form we would have had little chance in this encounter. Annaduff have played seven league games and only lost one. We have played seven and won none. However, last year we had a team which won the Junior C Championship and they were bottom of the relevant league also. At any rate our juniors gave a superb performance on Sunday in Cloone. In the first half we got great points from Anthony McTague, Brian Cafferty and Tommy McCormack as well as Diarmuid Keegan who replaced the injured Ryan Gavin. At half time we led by 0-7 to 0-4. It was a very keenly contested game and experience has shown us that Annaduff never give up easily and neither did they. Paul McLoughlin started our second half with two great points and eventually we got four clear 0-11 to 0-5.  Then came a brilliant passing movement between Brian Cafferty and Anthony McTague which ended with Diarmuid Keegan and he finished brilliantly to the net. It was as good as you would see anywhere. However Annaduff weren’t finished and they got it back to 1-11 to 0-8. Then a disastrous long free into our square was misjudged by goalkeeper and backs and it ended up in the net. However, the lads got it back on track and Éamon Walsh got a good point, Tommy McCormack pointed a free and Brian Beirne got the last and it finished 1-14 to 1-9. Tosnú maith! 

Foireann: Denis Dolan, Neil Hughes, Patrick McLoughlin, Gordon Hughes, Eoin McHugh, Kevin O’Connor, John Fanning, Brian Beirne (0-1), Paul McLoughlin (0-2), Stephen McTague, Brian Cafferty (0-2), Anthony McTague (0-3), Éamon Walsh (0-1), Ryan Gavin, Tommy McCormack (0-4). Subs: Diarmuid Keegan (1-1) for R Gavin, Rory O’Rourke for Éamon Walsh, Jason Kellett for Patrick McLoughlin. 

Under 14 Hurlers win Championship 

Our under 14 hurlers put in a great performance to win the under 14 Championship Final last Saturday against Manorhamilton. They had earlier lost to Manorhamilton in the ordinary round. The final was played at 13 a side and was keenly contested all through. Manorhamilton had the better start and were a goal up after 20 minutes.  They got another before half time and the second half battle really went down to the wire.  There were outstanding performances by everyone on the panel. Pearse Dolan was outstanding in the first half and Kevin Mullen, Donal Feely, Aaron McLoughlin and Conor Cullen in the second half ensured a fantastic victory. The final score was: Ballinamore 3-7 Cluainín 2-6. Congratulations to the whole team and their great team of mentors: Paddy O’Connor, Dan O’Brien, Kevin O’Connor and Conor Harte. Ballinamore last won the under 14 championship in 2008 and this is the sixth time the under 14 championship has come to Ballinamore since it started in 1966 

Foireann: Barry McGovern, Kevin Mullen, Michael Prior, James Hamill, Pearse Dolan, Aaron McLoughlin, Donal Feely, Conor Cullen, Oisín McCaffrey, Niall McGovern, Caillin O’Rourke, Peter Reynolds, Alan Dooner. Subs used: Ronan Maxwell, Daragh Murphy. Other Subs: Aaron Hoare, Jarlath Scollan, Damon Creaven. Missing on the day: Patrick Sammon, Stephen Flynn, James Maguire, Mark O’Reilly. 

Under 14 Championship 

Our under 14 footballers lost heavily to St Manachan’s last week. They play St Caillins in Fenagh on this Friday at 7.00. 

Minor Championship  

Their next game will be against St Manachan’s in the Park on tonight Wednesday at 7.00. Another game against St Francis in Drumshanbo on Monday at 7.00 

Comhghairdeas 

Comhghairdeas to one of our great Lotto supporters, James Murphy (Séamus Mac Murchaidh) and his wife Madge who celebrated their 50^th wedding anniversary last Monday.

 

Comhbhrón

 

The club extends sympathy to the Gormley family, Main St and Fohera on the death of Mary Gormley on Monday last. Go ndéana Dia trócaire uirthi.

 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Pat Joe’s. Pota Óir €4,150. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40 Brendan Burns. Buidéal uisce beatha ó Liam Mac Fhearghail: Padraig S Mac an Phríora. €40 an duine: Odhran, Oisín and Rian Feeney, St Johnston, Co Donegal, T P Cox Dromod, Aodán Mac Samhráin, Tráthnóna, Philip Brady, Mullahoran, M Barry  (Mobile number) Uimhreacha: 16043527

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 25 Iuil 2011    

 

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Our Junior team play in the Junior A championship on Sunday in Cloone against Annaduff at 1.30pm.

Leitrim Ladies play Limerick in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin on Sunday at 2.00pm 

Stewards Wanted for next Saturday. 

Stewards are needed next Saturday with two Senior championship games in the Park. Drumreilly play Annaduff at 6.00 and Kiltubrid play Allen Gaels at 7.30. We need volunteers to be at the park before 5pm to supervise parking of teams inside the ground and then to steward the parking outside the ground. The Gardaí have asked that we have as many people on duty as possible. Also Stewards are needed on Sunday for Leitrim Ladies Intermediate championship game v Limerick at 1pm.  

Seniors Over First Hurdle 

Our seniors had a very satisfying first outing in the Senior Championship on Saturday in Cloone. Despite falling three points behind before Shane McWeeney got our first point, we finished strongly to lead at half-time by 0-6 to 0-5. There were some great scores in this half from both sides, with Paul Prior in excellent form, pointing three difficult frees in a row. John McWeeney and Shane Moran also pointed. The question was could we do better in the second half and we certainly did. Shane McWeeney, Wayne McKeon, David Duignan, Sean Murray, James McWeeney and Philip Murphy all got on the score sheet. As the half went on the more we advanced and it ended 0-15 to 0-8. There were great performances all through the field, with Shane Moran and Shane McWeeney really outstanding. Our scoring rate was good too, with just eight wides through the hour to Drumreilly’s nine. Once again we seem to up our performance for the championship and supporters were very pleased with the opening day in Cloone. 

Foireann: Philip Farrelly, Matthew Murphy, David Duignan (0-1), Joe Murphy, Philip Murphy (0-1), Jim McTague, Liam Ferguson, Shane Moran (0-1), Wayne McKeon (0-1), Shane Murphy, Johnny McWeeney (0-1), Rory O’Rourke, Paul Prior (0-5), Adrian Smith, Shane McWeeney (0-2). Subs: Sean Murray (0-2) for Adrian Smith, Patrick McLoughlin for Jim McTague, Brian Cafferty for Shane Murphy, James McWeeney (0-1) for Rory O’Rourke, Tommy McCormack for Shane McWeeney. 

Under 14 Hurlers in final 

Our under 14 hurlers play Manorhamilton in the under 14 hurling final on this Saturday in Páirc Mhuire, Carrick on Shannon at 2.30 

Under 14 Championship 

Our under 14s have made a good start to the Championship with wins over Allen Gaels last Wednesday by 5-15 to 2-3 and against Melvin Gaels on Friday by 3-14 to 1-7. Their next game is against Mohill this Friday at 7.00 in the Park. 

Minor Championship – good start 

This is the first time in some years that our Minors will be fielding on their own in the Minor Championship. They made a good start on Monday beating Glencar/Manorhamilton by 4-14 to 3-8. Their next game will be against St Manachan’s in the Park on Wednesday next 3 August at 7.00. 

Ladies Minor Football 

Ladies Minors beat Fenagh in the Park on Monday last by 4-14 to 1-5. This keeps them in the running with their next game against Cloone this Thursday at 7.00 in Cloone. Team on duty on Monday was: Bláthnaid Sharpley, Ellen Wrynn, Róisín McHugh, Aoibheann Flynn, Ciara O’Dowd, Laura O’Dowd, Aoibheann Curran, Méabh Gleeson, Niamh Flynn: Subs used: Frances Farry, Leighann Flynn, Lisa Maguire. 

Executive Meeting 

A meeting of the club executive will take place this Friday at 9.00 in the Clubrooms. All members please attend. 

Pósadh 

Best wishes to Clodagh Dolan, High St who is getting married this Saturday to James Hanley from Limerick 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i McGirls. Pota Óir €4,100. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40 Aodán Mac Samhráin. Buidéal uisce beatha ó Ossie: Philip Farrelly. €40 an duine: Gabriel McKenna, Lough Allen, Kevin Turbitt, Dún na Bó, Matthew McTague, Rathfarnham, Dublin, Padraig S Mac an Phríora, Niall  (Mobile number) Uimhreacha: 62035714

 Sponsored Cycle to Sligo

Our sponsored cycle toSligo was a great success and we would like to thank all of the following people who collected and returned sponsorship. There were 40 people who completed the cycle and collected sponsorship and a number of others who collected or donated seperately.The full list is given below. Next year Leitrim’s first round is in London, so we are wondering where we will cycle to? Aon tuairim ag einne?

1	Cafferty	Brian
2	Connaughton	Patsy
3	Crossan	Damien
4	Darcy	John
5	Dolan	Joe
6	Dolan	Mark
7	Dolan	David
8	Duignan	Michael
9	Feely	Joe
10	Gilheaney	Cara
11	Harte	Lynda
12	Honeyman	Ollie
13	Keegan	Diarmuid
14	Logan	Gerry
15	McFarland	Daryl
16	McHugh	Raymond
17	McHugh	Philip
18	McHugh	Dessie
19	McIntyre	Kevin
20	McKiernan	Beezer
21	McLoughlin	PJ
22	McLoughlin	Paul
23	Moran	Garret
24	O Connell	John
25	O Suilleabhain	Sean
26	OReilly/OBrien	Lynda
27	OReilly	Jennifer
28	OReilly	Colm
29	Quinn	Michael
30	Quinn	John
31	Quinn	Enda
32	Reynolds	Peter
33	Reynolds	Gerard
34	Smyth	Gary
35	Smyth	Ciaran
36	Sullivan	Brid
37	Sweeney	Brendan
38	Sweeney	Dermot
39	Smith	Adrian
40	Milton	Francis,
41	Duffy	Andy
42	Connacht Council
43	Kavanaghs Shop
44	Murphys Shop
45	Donogho(Supervalu)	Padraig
46	Bucket Collection

 

   

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 18 Iuil 2011  

 

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Senior Championship time is here again and on Saturday next we take on Drumreilly the first round in Cloone at 6.00pm. We would urge all our supporters to be there and we especially ask parents to bring the underage boys and girls to introduce them to the club senior scene. Junior A championship is on Sunday, 31 July  in Cloone  against Annaduff at 1.30pm. 

Seniors in Division 2 Final 

Our seniors clinched a place in the Gallogly Catering Division 2 League Final and also won promotion to Division 1 for next year, all the result of their victory over Cloone by 1-12 to 0-5 on Saturday. Fortunately our Seniors stay in Division 2 has not been as long as the last time they were playing there. Just twelve months ago they were relegated to Division 2 after two seasons in Division 1. Before that we had seven barren years in Division 2. It has been a good run this year, with one game left against Aughnasheelin, the team has won seven and drawn one, which puts them in top place. On Saturday they were on top throughout the game. They led by 0-8 to 0-2 at half time and a goal from Johnny McWeeney early in the second half really finished it. It ended 1-13 to 0-5.

Foireann: Philip Farrelly, Philip Murphy, David Duignan, Joe Murphy, Matthew Murphy, Jim McTague, Liam Ferguson (0-1), Shane Moran, Wayne McKeon, Shane Murphy (0-1), Johnny McWeeney (1-2), Rory O’Rourke (0-2), Paul Prior (0-1), Adrian Smith (0-2), Shane McWeeney (0-2). Subs: Anthony McTague for Jim McTague, Brian Cafferty for Paul Prior, James McWeeney(0-2) for John McWeeney, Ryan Gavin for Adrian Smith. 

 

Dramatic win for Under 16s in League Final 

Sean O’Heslin’s under 16s defied the odds to beat Mohill last Monday in what was one of the best victories for Ballinamore at any age level in recent years. Coming into the game Mohill were firm favourites and had beaten Seán O’Heslins in both the Under 14 and Minor League Finals this year. The Ballinamore lads were determined not to lose another final and indeed most of them would have figured on either the Minor or under 14 teams. It really was a hard won game that could have gone either way up to the final whistle. Early on Mohill got a lucky goal that went in over Cian McCaffrey’s hands, but Cian turned out to be the hero in the closing ten minutes with a brilliant save at the other end. At one stage the Ballinamore lads were 1-5 to 0-3 behind but they fought back wonderfully to be ahead by 1-7 to 1-5 at half time. There were some excellent scores in this half: Three great ones from Kevin Mullen, two from Luke Murphy and one each from Peter Reynolds and Paddy Connaughton. but the goal by Luke Murphy was a wonderful piece of individual brilliance.  We had the advantage of the wind in the second half and Paddy Connaughton got the first point but then Mohill came back strongly and with four points in a row, they were one ahead. Peter Reynolds really dominated for the next while and brought Ballinamore back in the lead with three points in a row, two from frees. Then Keelan McHugh scored the best score of the game with a huge individual effort when he soloed half of the field and finished with a point. At that stage we were three up again but Mohill got two back and we were hanging on for dear life for ages by a single point and then a lucky break finally decided it. If Mohill’s first goal was lucky, so too was our second. As the ball was heading wide Peter Reynolds somehow diverted it and Paddy Connaughton was in like a shot to put it into the net. It was the winning goal in the end and it finished 2-12 to 1-12. 

This was Ballinamore’s second time to win the Under 16 Division 1 league since it started in1985. The only other time was in 2005 and indeed this was only our third time to contest the final. After the game, the cup was presented to the winning captain Anthony Maguire by Coiste na nÓg Cathaoirleach, Terence Boyle. Anthony was also captain when we won the Under 14 League two years ago. Great credit goes to team mentors Ollie Honeyman, Raymond McHugh and Patsy Connaughton. There were scenes of great excitement both in Páirc Seán and on the return to Ballinamore and at last an underage title came our way this year. (See full report of match in Leitrim Observer) 

Foireann: Cian McCaffrey, Niall McGovern, Conor Moran, Brian Banks, Brian Leyden, Keelan McHugh, James Hamill, Dean McGovern, Anthony Maguire, Donal Feely, Luke Murphy, Kevin Mullan, Patrick Connaughton, Peter Reynolds, Oisín McCaffrey. Subs used: Conor Maxwell. Other panel members: Fergal Curran, Conor Maxwell. Mark O`Reilly, Daire Murphy, Darren Maxwell and Billy Williams.

 Photos from Under 16 final under Pictures/ Underage.

Juniors lose to Annaduff in Division 2 

Our juniors lost heavily to Annaduff on Sunday despite the fact that we had more than half of our senior team on board. Annaduff probably had a lot of their seniors playing as well but the had to contend with the fact that they were a man down from early in the game, but still won handsomely and led all through. At half time it was Annaduff 2-7 to 0-5. The second half was more even but it ended Annaduff winning by 2-11 to 0-7. 

Foireann: Rory O’Rourke, Gordon Hughes, Kevin Prior, Matthew Murphy, Eoin McHugh, Philip Murphy, Neil Hughes, Adrian Smith, Brian Cafferty (0-2), Anthony McTague, James McWeeney (0-3), Paul Prior, Tommy McCormack, Brian Beirne (0-2), Sean McCartin. Subs used: Joe Murphy, Shane McWeeney, Shane Murphy, Ryan Gavin 

Comhbhrón 

The club extends sympathy to one of our former players, Martin McDermott, whose wife, Maura, died last week. Martin served with the Gardaí in Ballinamore in the 1980s and played senior football with the club. He was full back on the team that lost the 1985 final to Gortletteragh in a replay. Martin was from Ballaghdereen, Co Mayo. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sí. 

Hurling for under 8s to under 12s 

Hurling practice is being organised for under 8s to under 12s. Parents are asked to ring Paddy at 087 9528944 or Conor at 086 1706271 regarding training evenings. All equipment, hurleys, helmets etc will be provided. It is hoped to get more youngsters introduced to hurling, a game that is capturing the imagination of youngsters everywhere, and it is the most Irish of sports as well. 

Ladies Minor Football 

Ladies Minors play Fenagh in the Park on Monday next. The minors were unlucky to lose their first game to St Mary’s by two points, 4-6 to 2-10 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Lawrence’s. Pota Óir €4,050. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40 Séamus Mac Murchaidh. Buidéal uisce beatha ó Jackie agus Catherine: Walter Sharpley.  €40 an duine: Móna Creamer, Lahard, Darren Creamer, Lahard, Catherine McTague, Jackie’s, Michelle Fleming, Kilclare, Gerrada Burns, Clenaghoo. Uimhreacha: 65207413

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 11 Iuil 2011 

New Ladies photos from 2010 on the Pictures/Ladies pages   

 

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Senior League against Cloone on Saturday next at 7.00pm in the Park. Division 3 game against Annaduff also in the Park on Sunday at 2.00pm. The Senior Championship will be just one further week away, when we face Drumreilly. Leitrim play Antrim in the All Ireland Intermediate Championship on Saturday at 4.30 in the Park. Stewards will be required for this game. Please report at 3.30 

Harvest Jamboree Weekend 

There are now seven weeks to go to the Harvest Jamboree Weekend. This year there will be a whole weekend of activity, starting on the Friday night. On the Saturday the American Tea Party will take place. Last year’s was a memorable event as close on 500 people packed the marquee for eating, drinking, music and entertainment. This year’s promises to be even bigger and better. On the Sunday, there will be a “Take-me-out” event. Now what exactly is that, you may ask? In days past we often heard of “taking a fellow out” on the football field, and there was nothing romantic about that. However we are told this is a more romantic event but we will have details about in the weeks ahead. If you would like to organise a table for the American Tea Party, or just join in on a table, please contact Celia Donohoe or Helena D’Arcy. 

Junior win in Division 5 

Juniors win first game in Division 5. There was a great turn-out for the Division 5 game against Gortletteragh on Sunday and it also turned out to be our first win in the division. In the first half the forwards were in scoring form with Tommy McCormack getting four points, Sean McCartin three, Éamon Walsh two, Adrian Murphy two and one each from Brian Beirne, Stephen McTague and Jack Cullen. With the half time score at 0-14 to 0-3 it was all over. It ended 1-25 to 1-7. This lifts us one place from the bottom, just above Gortletteragh.

 

Foireann: Rory O’Rourke, Jack Cullen, Gavin Brennan, Kevin Prior, Neil Hughes, Freddie Walsh, Kevin Banks, Joseph Murphy, Brian Beirne, Tommy McCormack, Stephen McTague, Éamon Walsh, Daryl McFarland, Adrian Murphy, Sean McCartin. Subs used: Adrian Gallogly, Peter Dolan, Andrew Burns, Cormac Ó Suilleabháin, Killian Cronin. 

Leitrim Girls win in Connacht 

Leitrim Ladies won their first round All Ireland Intermediate Championship against Roscommon on Saturday. It was great to see two Seán O’Heslins girls on the team, Sarah McLoughlin and Kirby Gilgunn; probably the first time ever the club had two players on the team in the championship. Their next game is in Ballinamore on Saturday next against Antrim in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin at 4.30 

Under 12 Girls 

Under 12 Girls play in St Josephs in Carrigallen in the League Semi-final this Thursday at 7.00opm. Support welcome

Under 16 Football

Our under 16s beat Dromahair by 1-9 to 0-8 on Monday. This win puts them in the League Final against St Manachan’s. The final will be on Monday next, check for venue and time

Under 14 Football

Our under 14s play Allen Gaels in the Park on Friday at 7.00 

Ballinamore connections elsewhere. 

On Sunday last Liam Óg McGovern came on as a sub for Wexford footballers in the Leinster final.  Liam has previously figured on Wexford minor and under 21 hurling teams. Liam is a son of Liam McGovern formerly of Aghoo. Recently at an under 10 hurling blitz in Westmeath, Brownstown were playing Southern Gaels. The respective mentors were Raymond Flynn from Aughnasheelin and Cormac O Suilleabháin from Ballinamore.  Both Raymond and Cormac played on the same Ballinamore team that won the Minor Hurling Championship in Leitrim some years ago. 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Jackie’s. Pota Óir €4,000. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40 Aindrias Ó Dubhthaigh.€20 an duine ó Terry & Agnes Shortt: Seán Ó Suilleabháin agus Alan Ó Bruacháin:  €40 an duine: Alexandra Ó Suilleabháin, Anvil Court, Seán Mac Conn Dubh, Patsy Creamer, Lahard, Bernadette Spellman, Drumshanbo, Ciara Mitchell, Drumreilly. Uimhreacha: 34167205

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 4 Iuil 2011       

 

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Division 5 game in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin on Sunday at 2.00pm

 

Under 14 Girls great Performance at Féile

 

Our Cailíní faoi 14 put up a great performance at Féile in Cork last weekend. They were based in Youghal and the beat the home club in the first round. They beat Ballypheane in the second game and lost their third round to Newmarket. However they qualified for the semi-final of Division 4 through score difference. In the semi-final they gave a great performance and lost by just five points 4-4 to 3-2 to Bandon. The girls had a great time and were accommodated by the host club, Youghal. Míle buíochas to all of the parents who accommodated the girls. Congratulations to the team’s mentors: Sarah McLoughlin, Kirby Gilgunn and Carol O’Connor. Twelve families also travelled with the group and they enjoyed their stay also. They were in the same hotel as groups from Errigal Ciaran from Tyrone and the team met the legendary Peter Canavan and his brother Pascal. Other clubs based there were Carrickmacross Emmetts and St Brigid’s, Roscommon. Thanks also to the Ladies Co Board for their contribution towards costs. 

The panel that travelled was: Róisín McHugh (Capt), Cait Connaughton, Frances Farry, Kate Reynolds, Bláithín Sharpley, Katie Cullen, Leighanne Flynn, Aoife Murphy, Eilish O’Dowd, Lisa Maguire, Grace Wrynn, Chloe Mullen, Emma McGovern, Maeve Hamill, Niamh Toolan. Shaneen McGovern, Lea Mullaney & Emily Sweeney. Mentors Sarah McLoughlin, Kirby Gilgunn & Carol O’Connor. Unable to travel: Rachel Creamer and Hannah Banks

Photos from Feile under Pictures/Ladies

 

Award for Best Banner at Féile

 

Ballinamore Seán O’Heslins won the award for the Best Club Banner at Féile, This was chosen as the best form all thirty-two counties, boys and girls who attended. The banner was designed by Dawn McKeon. Comhghairdeas Dawn.  

Ladies win in Intermediate Championship 

In their first ever outing in the intermediate Championship, Sean O’Heslins Ladies beat St Mary’s by 1-14 to 0-10. This was a great start for last year’s Junior Champions.  The team on Sunday was: Carol O’Connor, Claire Fanning, Gillian Leyden, Áine Martin, Aoibheann Flynn, Kirby Gilgunn, Katie Duignan, Sarah McLoughlin, Michelle Fanning, Niamh Smith, Orla McWeeney, Laura O’Dowd, Maeve Gleeson, Deborah Gilheaney, Aisling Flaherty. Subs: Celine Charles, Aoibheann Curran, and Catherine Toolan. Best wishes for a speedy recovery to Ladies Captain Linda Harte who missed the game due to an injury received in the 9 a side final.   

Under 12 Girls 

Under 12 Girls play Dromahair in Play-off this Thursday at 7.00pm. Support welcome

Under 16s beat Carrigallen 

Our under 16s beat Carrigallen on Monday 3-14 to 2-9. They have now won four of their five games. Their final game will be against Dromahair and a win would most likely put them into the final. 

VHI Cúl Camp in Ballinamore 

The Cúl Camps bring great enjoyment to boys and girls each year and this year the VHI Cúl Camp will be on in Ballinamore from 15-19 August. An added part of the week this year is that there will be some coaching “as Gaeilge” for each group. So if your children can’t make it to the Gaeltacht they will at least hear some Gaeilge while at the Camp. It is a great introduction to Gaelic games, football and hurling. To book go to Leitrim GAA website at leitrimgaa.ie 

Cycle Sponsorship

 

There are just five cyclists left who havn’t returned sponsorship. Brid Sullivan would like to be able to finalise all the accounts relating to the Cycle. Please return all monies by this weekend.   

Benefit Social 

Benefit social in aid of Fintan Smith, son of Declan and Ita in Commercial Hotel on this Friday at 10pm. Admission optional. Please Support. 

First Aid 

Leitrim Sports Partnership is organising a sports first aid course on Thursday 7th and Friday 8th of July in Ballinamore Sean O’Heslin’s Club House, from 7pm to 9.30pm.  If interested contact Leitrim Sports Partnership on 0719650498 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn sa Heritage Bar. Pota Óir €3,950. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40 Margaret McKeon. Buidéal uisce beatha ó Freddie agus Karen: Peter Reynolds  €40 an duine: Aoife Cunningham, Swanlinbar, Mel Duignan, Killaneen, Hugh McTague Jnr, John Harte, Aindrias Ó Dubhthaigh,  Uimhreacha: 54106327

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 27 Meitheamh 2011       

  

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Division 5 game against Kiltubrid on Sunday at 2.00 in Kiltubrid. Under 16s play Carrigallen on Monday in Carrigallen at 7.30. The ladies Intermediate Championship first round is in Fenagh on Sunday at 12.00 against St Mary’s

 

Ladies Junior Final

 

Our Ladies team put up a brave effort in the Clarke’s Butchers Division 2 Final but lost by  3-12 to 2-6. See report elsewhere in paper.

 

Girls under 14

 

Hard luck to the Girls’ Under 14 team who lost the 13 a side Championship Final by 6-3 to 5-2 to St Brigid’s last week.

 

Seniors beat Bornacoola

 

Our seniors had a clear-cut win over Bornacoola’s second team on Sunday. The points were built up from early on and when Shane McWeeney got a well-worked goal the game was as good as over. We led by 1-11 to 0-5 at half time. The second half was much of the same and when Tommy McCormack got another good goal it was really all over. Final score 2-21 to 0-8

 

Foireann: Philip Farrelly, Kevin O’Connor, David Duignan, Joe Murphy, Matthew Murphy, Jim McTague, Philip Murphy, Wayne McKeon (0-1), Shane Moran (0-6), Shane Murphy (0-2), Johnny McWeeney (0-2), Ronan O’Rourke (0-3), Tommy McCormack (1-3), Shane McWeeney (1-1), Paul Prior (0-2). Subs used: Diarmuid Keegan (0-1), Ryan Gavin, Patrick McLoughlin, Sean McCartin.

 

Jerseys Missing

 

There are a number of jerseys from the Smiths set missing. If you have one of these please give to Paddy O’Connor. 

VHI Cúl Camp in Ballinamore 

This year the VHI Cúl Camp will be on in Ballinamore from 15-19 August. This is a wonderful week for boys and girls and great enjoyment will be had by all. It is a great introduction to Gaelic games, football and hurling. To book go to Leitrim GAA website at leitrimgaa.ie 

First Aid 

The Leitrim Sports Partnership are holding another First Aid Course in the Clubrooms next Thursday and Friday 7 and 8 July. Fee €10.

 Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn sa Commercial. Pota Óir €3,900. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40 Theresa Clarke c/o Margaret McKeon. Buidéal uisce beatha ó Bobby Joe’s: Padraig s Mac an Phrióra  €40 an duine: Séamus Mac Murchaidh, Michael McCabe, Drumreilly, Muireann Nic Gabhann, Glennanmore, Patsy Creamer, Lahard, Rian Feeney, St Johnston, Co Donegal. Uimhreacha: 20437165

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 20 Meitheamh 2011       

  

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Seniors play Bornacoola on Sunday at 2.00pm in Bornacoola in the League. Under 13 football, Yellow River Gaels play in the Park on Friday at 7.00. Girls under 12 play in the Park on Thursday evening.

 

Ladies Junior Final

 

The ladies will be playing the Junior League Division 2 final against Mohill on Saturday next in Fenagh at 5.00. After their narrow loss in the 9 a side final, they will be hoping for a win. Support would be appreciated.

 

Seniors get walk-over

 

Glencar/Manorhamilton gave us a walk-over in the Division 2 league on Sunday. It keeps us on top of the Division 2 League but a game would have been better.

 

Juniors beaten by Ballinaglera

Our Division 3 team were well beaten by Ballinaglera on Sunday. The put up a good performance for the first twenty minutes when there was just a point in it at 0-6 to 0-5. However, by half-time it was 1-11 to 0-6 and it ended 1-19 to 1-12.

Foireann: Ryan Gavin, Kevin O’Connor, Matthew Murphy, John McWeeney, Eoin McHugh, Philip Murphy, Neil Hughes, Joe Murphy, Brian Cafferty (0-1), Shane McWeeney (0-3), Paul Prior (0-5), Éamon Walsh, Shane Murphy, James McWeeney (0-2), Tommy McCormack. Subs: used: Andrew Burns, Ciaran Murray, Shane Creamer, Diarmuid Keegan, Seán McCartin 

Sponsored Cycle 

There are still a few of our cyclists who have to return sponsorship money. Brid Sullivan would like to finalise the accounts for the cycle by this weekend. 

James Gallogly 

Sympathy is extended to the Gallogly family on the death of James Gallogly which occurred in Birr, Co Offaly last week. James was a native of Drumraine, but worked in Birr for a long number of years. James played in goals for Sean O’Heslins for a long number of years and was on the teams that won the senior championship in 1964 and 1967. He continued to have a great interest in the progress of his home club throughout the years. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sé.  

50 Years ago – Connacht Senior Championship in Ballinamore 

Fifty years ago this weekend, the one and only Connacht Senior Championship game ever played in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin took place there. This was the meeting of Galway and Leitrim in the Connacht Senior Championship semi-final. A large crowd turned up on a very wet day and the match was even more memorable as it was broadcast live from the venue by Micheál Ó Hehir. There was great anticipation as the teams took the field and Paddy Dolan got the first point. This was followed by points from Patsy Guckian, Mick Kelly and Cathal Flynn. Galway got a goal from Sean Purcell but Guckian got a Leitrim goal and Packy McGarty and Paddy Dolan got further points. At this stage Leitrim led by 1-6 to 1-0. However, by half-time Galway had got two goals and led by a point, 3-2 to 1-7. Leitrim didn’t do as well in the second half and lost by 4-11 to 2-9.   Good and all as the facilities are in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin now, it is hard to imagine a Connacht Senior Championship being played there now. This year, despite the recession, there were crowds of 7,000 in Sligo and 13,000 in Páirc Seán, making it impossible to stage such games in places like Ballinamore. It is hard to tell how many were in Ballinamore on that far-off day in 1961, but there were probably between 5,000 to 6,000 present. There was no stand and no toilets but there was a lorry to allow Michael O’Hehir get a good view of the game.  There was also an old railway carriage for a dressing room and a makeshift score board on the roof of it.

 

Apart from the legendary Seán Purcell and Jack Mahon, the Galway team contained many of the players who would subsequently figure on the great All Ireland three-in-a-row winning teams of 1964-1966: Sean Meade, John Donnellan, Martin Newell, Mattie McDonagh, Mick Garrett, Cyril Dunne, Pat Donnellan and John Keenan.

 

The Leitrim team in 1961 contained some of the legendary players from the great era in the 1950s. The Leitrim team on that historic occasion 50 years ago was: Paudge McGowan (Melvin Gaels), Brian Cotter (Carrick), Jack Reynolds (Aughavas), Tony Hayden (Bornacoola), Josie Murray (Carrick), Jack Faughnan (Annaduff), Tom Colreavy (Gortletteragh), Packy McGarty (London), Seamus Brogan (Ballinamore), Mick Kelly (Melvin Gaels), Jimmy O’Donnell (Manorhamilton), P Ward (Carrick), Patsy Guckian (Carrick), Paddy Dolan (Ballinamore), Cathal Flynn (Sean McDermott’s, Dublin). Subs who came on were: M Collins and O Murray. 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Bobby Joe’s. Pota Óir €3,850. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40 Noel Sweeney. Voucher for Siopa Bronntanas from Ciarán and Cathy Smyth: Alan Banks.  €40 an duine: Anna Maxwell, Carrickmakeegan, Brendan McGowan, Ardrum, Geraldine Dolan, Callowhill, Amy Prior, Aughnasheelin, Fr Heerey Uimhreacha: 14523076

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 13 Meitheamh 2011       

 

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Senior League on Sunday against Glencar/Manorhamilton in the Park at 1.00pm. This is followed by Division 3 against Ballinaglera also in the Park at 2.30. With our seniors on top of Division 2 we hope to see a good crowd of our supporters there on Sunday.

 

Cycle Sponsorship

 

Anyone who hasn’t handed in their cycle sponsorship please give it to Brid Sullivan immediately in order to finalise all matters relating to it.

 

Seniors lose to Mohill in Shield

Our seniors suffered a big defeat against Melvin Gaels in the Shield on Saturday. Our shield programme is now finished, we played three games, losing all of them and got a walk-over against Leitrim Gaels.  The score on Saturday was Melvin Gaels 1-15 Sean O’Heslin’s 0-4

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Ladies Lose narrowly in 9 a side Final

Seán O’Heslin’s ladies suffered a heartbreaking loss when Glencar/Manorhamilton snatched victory with a penalty in the last minute of their 9 a side league final in Ballinamore on Friday last. Team included: Carol O’Connor, Katie Duignan, Linda Harte, Maeve Gleeson, Orla McWeeney, Gillian Leyden, Deborah Gilheaney, Ciara O’Dowd, Laura O’Dowd, Niamh Smith, Aoibheann Flynn, Aine Martin, Catherine Toolan

Team of the Week

Good to see Wayne McKeon selected on the Irish Independent Team of the Week. Wayne gave another great display on Sunday despite Leitrim losing heavily to Roscommon.

 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Smyth’s Siopa Ól. Pota Óir €3,800. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40 Tom Burns. Buidéal uisce beatha ó Gay Prios: Seán Mac Con Dubh.  €40 an duine: Anne Brady and Colette Flanagan, Conor and Eoin McHugh, Killaneen, Paul O’Connell, Cloverhill House, T P Cox, Dromod, Dillon Cafferty, Tarmon Uimhreacha: 73102546

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 6 Meitheamh 2011       

  

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Seniors play Melvin Gaels in the Shield on Saturday at 5.00 in Kinlough. Ladies Intermediate 9 a side final is on this Friday at 8.00 against Glencar/Manorhamilton most likely in Drumshanbo.

 

Tickets for Leitrim v Roscommon

 

Tickets for the match on Sunday will be available in the Park on this Thursday from 8-10 pm. Otherwise if you wish to order tickets please text Paddy Connaughton at 087 6846578. Best wishes to the Leitrim team on Sunday, especially our panel members Wayne and Philip.

 

Cycle Sponsorship

 

Anyone who hasn’t handed in their cycle sponsorship please give it to Brid Sullivan immediately in order to finalise all matters relating to it.

 

Seniors lose to Mohill in Shield

Our seniors were short a number of regulars for their shield game against Mohill on Saturday. It was a good test for those who played and they did well enough in the first half, just 1-7 to 1-3 behind. Two points from Paul Prior and one from Adrian Smith brought us within a score of Mohill but then a snap goal put Mohill in charge again. It ended 3-8 to 1-8 for Mohill.

Foireann: Ryan Gavin, Philip Murphy, John McWeeney, Kevin O’Connor, Ronan O’Rourke, Jim McTague, Shane Murphy, Adrian Smith, Shane Moran, Brian Beirne, James McWeeney, Shane McWeeney, Tommy McCormack, Sean Murray, Paul Prior.

First Point for Juniors in Division 5

 

This was the sixth match we played in Division 5 this year and the best result we got so far. Indeed we had enough possession to have won the game but it was good to see the effort put in and it was a close enjoyable game throughout. We were three points behind when Daryl McFarland finished for a good goal. Diarmuid Keegan and Brian Beirne got points and we were 0-6 to 1-2 behind at half time. In the second half Brian Beirne pointed a 50 and Sean McCartin pointed a free but we were three points down when Diarmuid Keegan levelled with a great shot for a goal. Manorhamilton went ahead a couple of times but Ryan Gavin brought it back to one and Sean McCartin pointed from a free to level it with time near up. Again it was good to be able to field a full team even if we had no subs. Notably, this was Jack Cullen’s first adult game and his fitness was evident in a few runs he made up the field. Good also to see Cillian Cronin who hasn’t played for the club in a good few years. We must also pay tribute to Glencar/Manorhamilton as this is their fourth team and they did well to have a team to travel the 35 miles to Ballinamore. 

 

Foireann: Peter Reynolds, Jack Cullen, Gavin Brennan, Eoin McHugh, Éamon Walsh, Joe Murphy, Neil Hughes, Brian Beirne (0-2), Ciarán Murray, Adrian Smith, Diarmuid Keegan (1-1), Sean McCartin (0-2), Daryl McFarland (1-0), Ryan Gavin (0-1), Cillian Cronin.

 

Under 12 Blitz

 

Boys under 12 blitz in Carrigallen on Friday at 7.00

 

Under 14 hurlers

 

Our under 14 hurlers lost to Manorhamilton on Monday evening. The team on duty in this 11 a side competition was: Damien Creaven, James Hamill, Michael Prior, Pearse Dolan, Mark O`Reilly, Conor Cullen (Capt), Niall McGovern, Jarlath Scollan, Caillin O’Rourke, Aaron McLoughlin, Alan Doonan.

 

Comhghairdeas

 

Comhghairdeas to Mark Gannon and Peggy Mitchell who got married in Donegal at the weekend. Fad saol dóibh.

 

Best wishes

 

Speedy recovery to Miley McKeon who is in hospital at the moment and also to John Galligan who suffered an injury lately.

 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Pat Joe’s. Pota Óir €3,750. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40 Frank McCabe, Kiltyhugh. Buidéal uisce beatha ó David McCabe: Tom Burns.  €40 an duine: John O’Hara, Kilrush, Emma and Kelly Byrne, Main St, Martin Conway, Aughnasheelin, Aodán Mac Samhráin, Tráthnóna, Peter Martin, Lahard. Uimhreacha: 31607542

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 30 Bealtaine 2011       

   See pictures from Girls shield final under Pictures/Pictiuiri – Ladies/Cailini

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Seniors play Mohill in Shield in the Park on Saturday at 7.00. Division 5 game on Monday against Glencar/Manorhamilton in the Park also at 2.00pm. 

Seniors overcome Fenagh St Caillin’s

 

Our seniors maintained their place at the top of Division 2 with a good win over Fenagh on Saturday. It was close enough in the first half until Tommy McCormack pounced on a loose ball near the square and finished to the net. Fenagh got the last two points before half-time but we led by 1-8 to 0-6. We really had the better of the second half but scores were hard to come by for both sides. However two good points from Wayne McKeon and one from Liam Ferguson, who frequently slips up from half back to score, as well as a pointed free from Paul Prior left us safe at 1-12 to 0-7. Overall the scoring rate was good with few wides and all six forwards contributed which is unusual.

Foireann: Philip Farrelly, Matthew Murphy, David Duignan, Joseph Murphy, Philip Murphy, Liam Ferguson (0-1), Anthony McTague, Wayne McKeon (0-2), Adrian Smith, Brian Cafferty (0-1), Paul Prior (0-2), Ronan O’Rourke (0-2), Tommy McCormack (1-1), Shane Moran (0-1), James McWeeney (0-2). Subs used: Shane McWeeney, Brian Beirne and Shane Murphy.

 

Harvest Jamboree  – Big events planned for August

 

Remember the 21 August last year in the Park? A memorable night as about 500 people enjoyed the Harvest Jamboree in the Marquee in the Park. Well the good news is that it will be going ahead this year again on Friday 27 August, in the marquee in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin. At this stage it would be advisable to keep that night free as it will undoubtedly be a night not to be missed with entertainment and dancing for all ages. We will be asking people to organise tables as was done last year and if you have any queries at this stage please contact Celia Donohoe. There will be a whole programme of activities and entertainment in the marquee that weekend, on the Friday and Sunday also and more details will emerge over the next few weeks. The event was a major fundraiser for the club last year and we would ask your support again as great efforts are being made to clear the debt on the Park.

 

Juniors well beaten by Aughavas

 

The Aughavas club have done wonderful work on their pitch and facilities and it is now one of the finest and certainly best maintained venues in the County. On Sunday afternoon it was looking immaculate and a pleasure to play on. We had the strongest team on duty for some time in the Division 3 game on Sunday but strangely they were never in the hunt against Aughavas. At half time we were behind by 0-11 to 0-3 having played against a very strong breeze. It was presumed that we would pull back that lead in the second half but it never happened. In the end it finished 1-16 to 0-7 and we were lucky to be even that close. The only one to impress was Shane McWeeney who got some great points, but Aughavas missed several goal chances.

Foireann: Eoin McHugh, Matthew Murphy, Philip Murphy, Éamon Walsh, Shane Murphy, Joe Murphy, Anthony McTague, Adrian Smith, Brian Beirne, Shane McWeeney (0-4), Paul Prior (0-1), Brian Cafferty  (0-1), James McWeeney (0-1), Ryan Gavin, Tommy McCormack. Subs used: Diarmuid Keegan, Rory O’Rourke, Sean McCartin.

Under 16s beat Glencar/Manorhamilton

Our Under 16 won a very tight game with Glencar/Manorhamilton on Friday last. At half time they led by 0-3 to 0-2 with two points from Luke Murphy and one from Peter Reynolds. The Manorhamilton lads went ahead by 0-4 to 0-2 but from then on the Ballinamore lads got their noses in front and points from Keelan McHugh from play and from frees by Luke Murphy and two from Peter Reynolds left it 0-7 to 0-4 at the end. Foireann. : Fergal Curran, Brian Banks, Conor Moran, James Hamill, Brian Leyden, Keelan McHugh (0-1), Niall McGovern, Dean McGovern, Anthony Maguire, Donal Feely, Peter Reynolds (0-3), Billy Williams, Kevin Mullen, Luke Murphy (0-3), Cian McCaffrey, Sub used: Paddy Connaughton

 

Sponsored Cycle to Sligo – Missing property

 

Some bicycles have not been collected yet from their point of delivery in Ballinamore. If you havn’t collected yours yet, please do so as soon as possible, If they are not collected soon someone may head off for Sligo on them!!!. Also, some sponsorship money has yet to be come in.  Brid Sullivan would like to hear from the few who havn’t returned their money yet. Also, a navy jacket with a Leitrim Crest was left at the Park Hotel on the day of the cycle. It probably belongs to either someone who cycled or some of the helpers. Brid Sullivan has it.

 

Under 14 Hurling 

On Saturday last the under 14 team had a good win over Gortletteragh in our Park in the first game in this year’s competition.  With a very strong wind, we built up a good lead at half time and in the second half, hard as Gortletteragh tried, they couldn’t get the goal they craved to set them on their way. 

Hurling Helmets

A number of the club helmets are missing Any club member who has a Club Helmet at home please leave them back to the club rooms in the next few days.

Ladies Fixtures

Ladies received a walk-over from Ballinaglera on Sunday in the 9 a side. Please check fixtures for possible fixture this Sunday.

Death of James Dooner 

James Dooner, one of the great Scór performers with Ballinamore Seán O’Heslins, passed away in Cavan Hospital last Tuesday at the relatively young age of 62.  James was an all-round talented individual who could sing, dance, recite or act and he did all to perfection. He was very involved in Scór, especially in the early years, and he was one of only two Leitrim people to win County Scór Sinsear titles in four different disciplines.  

In 1973 James won the Figure Dance in Leitrim when it was a solo event. Two years later, along with Kay McAllister and Seán Creamer he won in Ballad Group.  A year later, in 1975, came his greatest Scór achievement when he reached the All Ireland Finals in Amhránaíocht Aonair. Eleven years later James was part of a Rince Seit that won the County title. James also took part in plays and musicals and always gave sterling performances. 

James’ son Ross has continued in his father’s footsteps and he shares a similar record as he is one of just two people from Leitrim who have won All Ireland titles in both Scór na nÓg and Scór Sinsear, both in Nuachleas. Sympathy is extended to James’ wife T I and to his son Ross and family relations. Go ndéana Dia grásta air. 

Girls School win Shield

The girls school beat Carrick in the Shield final last week by 6-10 to 1-1. Congratulations to the girls. The team in the final was: Niamh Toolan, Katie Cullen, Kate Reynolds, Cloe Mullin, Cáit Connaughton, Niamh McNiffe, Emma McGovern, Grace Rynn, Maeve Hamill, Ciara McGoldrick, Aoife McCartin.

Boys Lose Shield Final

The boys school lost their Shield final to Leitrim NS on Monday. Their team was: Darren Maxwell, Damien Creaven, James Hamill, Conor McGrath, Adam Goldrick, Christopher Maguire, Mark Maguire, Barry McGovern, Jamie Sweeney, Cathal McHugh, James Martin, Archie Williams, Oisín Reynolds., Sub: Tom Prior.

 

Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin – Players favourite venue

 

The current Leitrim Senior football panel are featured in Player Profiles on the Leitrim GAA website with answers to a variety of questions posed to them. One of the questions is “What is your favourite  Club grounds”. It is nice to see that Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin is very much the preferred ground chosen.

 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn sa Scoláire Bocht. Pota Óir €3,700. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40 Noel Sweeney. Buidéal uisce beatha ó Gordon Hughes: Mary Harte.  €40 an duine: Raymond McHugh, Killaneen, Paddy O’Connor, Killaneen, Marie Keaveney, Drumcong, David McCabe c/o Poor Scholar, Séamus Mac Murchaidh. Uimhreacha: 21346075

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 23 Bealtaine 2011   

   

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine  

Seniors play Fenagh St Caillins in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin on Saturday at 6.00. Division 3 game against Aughavas in Aughavas on Sunday at 2.00. Under 16s play Glencar/Manorhamilton in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin on Friday at 7.00. Ladies play 9 a side against Ballinaglera on Sunday.  

Sponsored Cycle to Sligo – Míle buíochas

 

At 7.00am on Sunday morning last many an anxious cyclists pulled the curtains and didn’t like what they saw. The weather certainly tested the courage of our cyclists, but all forty-one togged out and headed for town and faced the road to Sligo. It was a tough run with heavy showers all the way and, worst of all, strong wind coming from the west. Many a weary body was glad to see the Sligo Park Hotel and a good dinner. It turned out a great day for Leitrim with a great result and Wayne McKeon picking up the “Man of the Match” award. Well done Wayne. Overall it was a great success and Míle buíochas to everyone.

 

Our Cycling Team

 

Forty-one cyclists started and forty-one finished the trip to Sligo:  Brian Cafferty, Patsy Connaughton, Damien Crossan, John Darcy,  Joseph, John, Mark and David Dolan, Joe Feely, Cara & Joe Gilheaney, Lynda Harte, Olly & Joey Honeyman, Diarmaid Keegan, Gerry Logan, Daryl McFarland, Raymond, Philip and Desmond McHugh, Kevin McIntyre, Patrick Beezer McKiernan, P J & Paul McLoughlin, Francis Milton, Garrett Moran, John O’Connell, Ronan O’Rourke, Sean & Brid Ó Suilleabhain, Linda O’Brien, Jennifer O’Reilly, Colm O’Reilly, Michael & John Quinn, Peter & Gerard Reynolds, Ciaran Smyth, Brendan & Dermot Sweeney, Michael Duignan. Our back up team included Marie, Carl & Paddy O Connor, Padraig O’Brien, Andrew O’Rourke, Cyril Smith, Thomas Farry, Ann Shanley and all the families who helped with transportation of the cyclists home. Thanks also to Tomas McWeeney and Drino Drinks, Ber Hamill and all the staff in the Sligo Park Hotel for the facilities made available to us on the day, we thank you all very much. Shannonside Radio, our parish newsletter and Leitrim Observer were very good to us with publicity, all the people who contributed to the collection in Sligo and all who sponsored the cyclists. Finally, getting all the pledged sponsorship in is the last part of the jigsaw and the Cycle Organiser, Brid Sullivan, will be delighted to hear from all who took part in due course. (See picture of some of our cyclists before they started off on Sunday under “Recent Pictures”)

Under 16s win and lose

Our under 16s lost to Mohill by 3-10 to 1-11 last Wednesday, but beat Garadice Gaels by 4-6 to 3-5 on Monday last. Foireann ar an Luan: Fergal Curran, Brian Banks, Conor Moran, James Hamill, Brian Leyden, Caillin McHugh, Niall McGovern, Dean McGovern, Anthony Maguire, Donal Feely, Peter Reynolds, Billy Williams, Kevin Mullen, Luke Murphy, Cian McCaffrey, Sub used: Paddy Connaughton

Ladies Fixtures

The Division 2 final will be on 26 June, more details later. The next game is in the 9-a-side Shield against Ballinaglera on Sunday next 29 May.

 

Lotto  

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Ní Fhionn’s. Pota Óir €3,650. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40 Tom Burns. Buidéal uisce beatha ó Liam Mac Fhearghail: Seán McNiffe.  €40 an duine: Bernard McKiernan, Lahard, Hugh Patrick Prior, c/o Christopher McNiffe, Seán McTague, Aughnasheelin, Frank Canning, Derrinahelta Mór, Colette Nic Fhearghail, Main St. . Uimhreacha: 32745106

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 16 Bealtaine 2011       

 

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Senior Shield against Melvin Gaels in Kinlough on Saturday at 7.00. Under 16  League against Mohill tonight Wednesday at 7.00 in the Park, also under 16 on Monday in Aughawillan against Garadice Gaels at 7.30 

Sponsored Cycle to Sligo on Sunday

 

On Sunday morning next about forty cyclists will head off for Markievicz Park in Sligo. This annual event is eagerly looked forward to and is a major fundraiser for the club. If you havn’t already sponsored anyone, Brid Sullivan would like to hear from you. The cyclists will line up at 8.00am on Sunday morning at the Church. Anyone who wants to start earlier, or indeed later, is welcome to do so. The route to be taken is, turn right at the bridge and out by the Golf Club, on through Drumshanbo, Keadue, Ballyfarnon, Sooey, Ballygawley etc. The total distance is about 62 kilometres. The cycle will end at the Sligo Park Hotel, adjacent to Markievicz Park. Go n-éirí libh ar na rothair agus go n-éirí le Liatroim freisin.

Minors narrowly beaten in Minor League Final

The favourites, St Manachan’s, won, but not without a serious battle with our minors who gave an outstanding performance, that never lacked effort and skill all through. Within minutes it looked as if we could be in trouble, but Eoin McHugh made a great save from a penalty and that settled the team. We got the first score from Stephen McTiernan and when the Manachan’s lads got a fortunate enough goal, we came back with a great finish for a goal by Mark McGrory. Good points from Andrew Burns and Brian Beirne put us two up, but Manachan’s levelled by half time at 1-4 each. When we went six points behind at 2-7 to 1-4 it looked bad but points from Brian Beirne and Stephen McTague and then another goal, fisted by Mark McGrory brought us right back to a point behind. However Manachan’s got the last two points and it ended 2-9 to 2-6. However, the performance was a great credit to the team and mentors: Patrick McKiernan, Tom Burns, Joe Feely and Patsy Connaughton. (See full report in Observer)

Foireann: Eoin McHugh, Cyril Smith, Anthony Maguire, Keelan McHugh, Conor Moran, Kevin Banks, Jack Cullen, Brian Beirne (0-2), John Fanning, David McLoughlin, Andrew Burns ()-2), Dean McGovern, Luke Murphy, Stephan McTague (0-2), Mark McGrory (2-0). Subs available: Cian McCaffrey, Cian Reynolds, Jack Bagge, Michael O’Dell, Conor Maxwell, Brian \Banks, Brian Leyden, Paddy Connaughton, Fergal Curran. ( See team picture in Pictures/Underage section)

Junior lose in Division 5

Our Junior got a good start when Rory O’Rourke goaled from a penalty in the first minute, and kept well in the game in the first half. Drumreilly also scored from a penalty and it was 1–5 to 1-1 at half-time. In the second half they were well beaten by a much fitter Drumreilly side. Final score was 1-12 to 1-2.

Foireann: Ryan Gavin, Adrian Murphy, Gavin Brennan, Peter Reynolds, Darren McGrory, Cormac Ó Suilleabháin, Neil Hughes (0-1), Joe Murphy, Éamon Walsh, Tommy McCormack, Rory O’Rourke (1-0), Sean McCartin (0-1), Daryl McFarland, Joe Honeyman, Alan Prior.

Female fitness classes
Female fitness classes are starting Monday next the 23rd of May in Ballinamore Sean O’Heslin’s GAA Gym, from 8-9pm, everybody welcome.  There is also the option of a weigh in from 7.30 before the class. The classes are suitable for all fitness levels, and will include various activities to help you tone up, lose weight, increase your flexibility and socialise with others.  Classes include circuits, aerobics, Zumba, and more activities. The cost of the six weeks is €25. If you know of anyone interested in getting fit: friends, sister, mother, please let them know.

Hurling 

Under 10, under 12 and under 14 training every Monday evening at 7.00pm. 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i McGirls. Pota Óir €3,600. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40 Mick Quinn, Drumlonan, Lahard. Buidéal vodka ó Ossie Costello: Mary Harte.  €40 an duine: Breege Farrelly, Ardrum, Kevin Turbitt, Dún na Bó, Conor McGrath, Killaneen, Ruairí Sullivan (on line entry), Timmy Winters.. Uimhreacha: 74156320

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 9 Bealtaine 2011       

 

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

The Minor League Finals is on Sunday in Páirc Seán at 12.30pm. The Final is against St Manachan’s and we hope to see good support there. Junior Division 5 game against Drumreilly in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin on Sunday at 3.00. 

Cycle to Sligo – One week to go

 

On Sunday week our cyclists will be heading for  Sligo for the big championship game. The cycle organiser, Brid Sullivan, is now finalising arrangements and it is urgent that all of those who have promised to take part should contact Brid to confirm if they will be cycling as arrangements for meals, showers etc have to made in Sligo. Please contact Brid by this Friday at the latest. 

Junior Ladies 

Junior ladies had a great win over a very strong Glencar/Manorhamilton team on Sunday. They won by 2-12 to 2-11.   

Under 16s beat Annaduff 

The under 16s played Annaduff in the first League game at home on Friday last. Ballinamore made the best of the strong wind in the first half, leaving the half-time score Ballinamore 3-6 to Annaduff 0-1. The wind died and Annaduff failed to get to grips with the game despite some good runs. The final score was Ballinamore 7-9 Annaduff 0-5.  

Foireann: Fergal Curran, Brian Banks, Conor Moran, James Hamill, Brian Leyden, Caillin McHugh, Niall McGovern, Dean McGovern, Anthony Maguire (0-1), Donal Feely, Peter Reynolds (4-2), Billy Williams, Kevin Mullen, Luke Murphy (1-5), Paddy Connaughton (2-1). Subs: Cian McCaffrey, Conor Maxwell, Oisín McCaffrey, Darragh Maxwell, Darragh Murphy, Mark O’Reilly. 

Under 14 Girls doing very well 

Sean O’Heslins Girls are having a wonderful run in the Girls Under 14 League. So far they have played three games and won all three. In their first match they beat St Brigid’s (Aughawillan/Drumreilly/Aughnasheelin) by 3-6 to 3-4. Then they beat Dromahair by 5-11 to 1-1. On Monday last they beat St Joseph’s by 4-8 to 2-0. Well don to the girls. The Under 14 panel is as follows: Chloe Mullens, Kate Reynolds, Cait Connaughton, Frances Farry, Bláithín Sharpley, Lisa Maguire, Eilish O’Dowd, Leighanne Flynn, Grace Wrynne, Róisín McHugh, Emma McGovern, Maeve Hamill, Rachel Creamer, Subs; Katie Cullen, Aoife Murphy, Lea Mullaney, Hannah Banks, Niamh Toolan, Emily Sweeney, Shannen McGovern. 

Female fitness classes

Female fitness classes are starting Monday the 23rd of May in Ballinamore Sean O’Heslin’s GAA Gym, from 8-9pm, everybody welcome.  There is also the option of a weigh in from 7.30 before the class. The classes are suitable for all fitness levels, and will include aerobics, circuits and various activities to help you strengthen and tone up and increase your flexibility.  

Under 8 training 

Under 8 training continues every Monday at 6.00pm 

Hurling 

Under 10, under 12 and under 14 training every Monday evening at 7.00pm. 

First Aid Course 

First aid course on Saturday week , 24 May from 10.00 to 2.00. Text Patsy Connaughton if interested.  

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Lawrences. Pota Óir €3,550. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40 Gerry Farry, Lahard. Buidéal vodka ó Jackie: Damien O’Brien.  €40 an duine: Tom McCaffrey, San Francisco, Olivia McKeon, Ross Dooner, Siobhán and Paddy Gannon, Mohill. Mary McCauley, Gort. Uimhreacha: 63427105

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 2 Bealtaine 2011     

 

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Seniors play in Shield against Leitrim Gaels at 6.30 on Saturday in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin. The first round of the under 16 League Division 1 (15 a side) is on Friday against Annaduff at 6.30 in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin. Junior Ladies play Manorhamilton in the Bee Park on Sunday at 11.30 

Cycle to Sligo – Two weeks to go

 

Only two weeks from this coming Sunday we will be heading to Sligo on the big cycle. Hoping everyone is collecting their sponsorship and doing a bit of cycling at the same time. Yes the time is getting short, so keep working.  

Minor League –  Draw with Drumkeerin puts Minors in final 

Sean O’Heslins and Drumkeerin played a very exciting draw in the final league game on Monday. As it turned out a draw was enough to put us in the final against Mohill. A draw was a fair result to what was a very good game with some excellent scores, the best of them from Brian Beirne who was at his accurate best from long range. Ballinamore had the wind in the first half and while they got great points they were pulled back on two occasions by Drumkeerin goals which came against the run of play. However it could have been worst only for a couple of good saves from Cian McCaffrey in goals. At half time Ballinamore led by 0-13 to 2-5 but would it be enough with the wind behind Drumkeerin for the second half? David McLoughlin got a good point straight away after the restart and Andrew Burns scored a great goal and when John Fanning pointed to put us seven points up, 1-15 to 2-5, it looked good. Drumkeerin got a point and then a goal to put on the pressure. Then Stephen McTague pointed a free and Luke Murphy got a point to put us five up again. From there to the finish it was constant pressure and only for great defending by the backs it could have been all over. Drumkeerin got five points in a row to level it. We had a few chances at the end but it finished 1-17 to 3-11. 

Foireann: Cian McCaffrey, Cyril Smith, Anthony Maguire, Caillin McHugh, Jack Cullen, Kevin Banks, Conor Moran, Brian Beirne (0-5), John Fanning (0-1), David McLoughlin (0-2), Andrew Burns (1-0), Dean McGovern (0-1), Luke Murphy (0-3), Stephen McTague (0-5), Mark McGrory. Sub: Eoin McHugh for Cian McCaffrey.  

Under 14s lose League Final 

Our under 14s were comprehensively beaten by firm favourites Mohill in the Division 1 League final on Sunday last. The game was over at half-time as Mohill led by 4-7 to 0-2. Our lads didn’t give up the fight and scored better in the second half with Peter Reynolds getting two goals and points from Barry McGovern and Cathal McHugh. It ended Mohill 7-12 Sean O’Heslins 2-5. While it was disappointing for the boys it must be remembered that in the corresponding final last year we beat Mohill by 5-13 to 1-7, which shows that strengths vary from year to year. 

Foireann: Darren Maxwell, Damien Creaven, James Hamill, Daragh Reynolds, Adam Goldrick, Niall McGovern, Mark O’Reilly, Donal Feely (Capt), Peter Reynolds (2-1), Oisín McCaffrey, Daire Murphy, Cathal McHugh (0-1), Barry McGovern (0-3), Kevin Mullen, Jamie Sweeney. Subs: Christy Maguire, Cillian Dooner, Stephen Flynn, John Conway, Dara Gleeson. 

Picture of under 14 s before the final under Pictures/Underage

Juniors Lose in Division 3 to St Mary’s. 

Our Division three team have been narrow losers in all of their four games to date and their loss by four points to St Mary’s was the biggest margin in those four games. Two of the previous loses were by two points and one by three, so despite suffering defeats they are not that far off any of their opponents. Final score on Sunday was 1-13 to 1-9 to St Mary’s.  

Foireann: Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin, Fred Walsh, Kevin Prior, Neil Hughes, Matthew Murphy, Philip Murphy, Éamon Walsh, Adrian Smith, Ryan Gavin, Shane McWeeney, James McWeeney, Anthony McTague, Tommy McCormack, Paul Prior, Brian Beirne. Sub used: Seán McCartin. 

Juniors lose Division 5 to St Mary’s 

Our Junior B team also lost to St Mary’s on Sunday morning. There wasn’t much in this game either but St Mary’s had the edge all through.

Foireann: Brian Beirne, Alan Prior, Ruairí Sullivan, Enda Quinn, Neil Hughes, Éamon Walsh, Fred Walsh, Ryan Gavin, Kevin Prior, Tommy McCormack, Ciaran Murray, David Earley, Seán McCartin, Joe Honeyman, Daryl McFarland: Subs used: John Fanning, Peter Reynolds, Philip Quinn, Eoin McHugh, Cormac Ó Suilleabháin  

Junior games – good turn out 

Our two junior teams lost their games on Sunday but it was a success in other ways because the turn out was very good with twenty-seven players available between the two teams. It was great to see players responding on what was a difficult weekend with a crucial minor game on the Monday.  Compliments to all of the players who fielded and there were a number who had indicated they would be unavoidably absent. On a beautiful Sunday morning we can be sure all enjoyed the games and hopefully we will have good turnouts for all of the remaining games.

 Junior Ladies 

After four victories in their first four games the Ladies team played Mohill on Sunday and lost 3-12 to 2-05.  Their next game is this Sunday against Manorhamilton in Bee Park, Manorhamilton at 11.30am.  Training this Wednesday at 7pm and Friday, time yet to be confirmed. 

Under 16 Girls 

Girls under 16 training this Thursday at 7.00pm

 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Jackie’s. Pota Óir €3,500. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40; Padraig S MacLochlainn. €20 an duine ó Terry agus Agnes Shortt: Noel Sweeney agus Margaret McKeon  €40 an duine: Brian and Seán McGovern, Drumderg, Lillian Meehan, Ballintogher, Sligo, Lilly Leddy, Gubbs, Aodhán Samhráin, Tráthnóna, Róisín McHugh, Creevy. Uimhreacha: 30462175

 

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 25 Aibrean 2011   

 

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

It is a big weekend of fixtures. The under 14 League final against Mohill is on Sunday in Páirc Seán Mac Diarmada at 6.00. Ladies play Mohill in the Park on this Sunday at 12.00. There are Gallogly Catering Division 3 and Division 5 games, both against St Mary’s on Sunday, probably in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin but check for venue. These games will be at 2.00 and 3.30 respectively. On Monday the minors play Drumkeerin here in the Park at 2.00 in a crucial League game. 

Cycle to Sligo – Anyone for a cycle on a tandem?

 

It is getting closer and closer. Just three weeks to go to our trip to Sligo. We ask all of our cyclists to keep working on the sponsorship and keep training. Anyone care to cycle on a tandem to Sligo? Two tandems available. Let Brid know.

 

Seniors good win over Gortletteragh

 

Our seniors had their best win to date when they got the better of Gortletteragh by 1-12 to 2-2 on Sunday last. This game was easily their best performance to date and it came after a dreadful start. Two soft goals to Gortletteragh within the first five minutes put the heart crossways in our supporters. However, the resurrection started straight away and points from Brian Cafferty, a free from Ronan O’Rourke and then a great individual effort by James McWeeney and he finished to the net. James got two more points, one from a free, and at half time it was Gortletteragh 2-2 to 1-4, just a point in it. The second half was the finest played by a Ballinamore senior team in a while. Hard to believe that Gortletteragh never got a score in the second half. James McWeeney pointed a free to level it, Ronan O’Rourke put us ahead with another and then we got five of the most amazing points you would ever see, all in a row. Enough to break any team. Five different players got them: Wayne McKeon, James McWeeney, Shane McWeeney, from a difficult free, Liam Ferguson and Jim McTague. You just couldn’t believe five points could go over from such distances and such angles, but over they flew.  Shane McWeeney pointed another free to leave us clear winners.

 

Foireann: Ryan Gavin, Johnny McWeeney, David Duignan, Joseph Murphy, Liam Ferguson (0-1), Jim McTague (0-1), Philip Murphy, Wayne McKeon (0-1), Adrian Smith, Brian Cafferty (0-1), Sean Murray, Ronan O’Rourke (0-2), Anthony McTague, Shane Moran, James McWeeney (1-4). Subs: Matthew Murphy for John McWeeney, Shane McWeeney (0-2) for Brian Cafferty, Tommy McCormack for Sean Murray, Brian Beirne for A Smith, Éamon Walsh for R O’Rourke.

 

Executive meeting and General Club meeting 

There will be an Executive meeting of the club in the Clubrooms tomorrow Thursday at 7.30 followed at 9.00pm by a general club meeting open to all members. Full club meetings are only held a few times per year so we would ask all members, players and supporters to attend this meeting as it gives everyone an opportunity to keep up to date with the running of the club. 

Minor League – Win over Carrigallen 

Our minors overcame Carrigallen on Good Friday evening in the Minor League by 3-14 to 3-8. This keeps us in line for a final place and it will all depend on next Monday’s final game against Drumkeerin in the Park 

New York Minor Football – Ballinamore connection 

Last Saturday New York minor footballers played Roscommon in the Connacht Minor Championship. The right-half forward on the New York team was Rory Redican, son of Assumpta Reynolds, who hails from Edentenny. It is great to see a new generation of New York-born youngsters playing Gaelic games and great to see Ballinamore and Leitrim natives passing on the Gaelic Games to their sons and daughters. 

Lotto

 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite i Pat Joes. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn sa Heritage Bar. Pota Óir €3,450. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40; John Conway, St Brigid’s St. Duaiseanna ó Frank & Ita Flynn: €20 Aidan McGovern, Tráthnóna, €10 Christopher McNiffe, Church St.  €40 an duine: Lily Reynolds, Willowfield Rd, Éamon Farrelly, Conor McGrath, Killaneen, Kevin Turbitt, Joe McKiernan, USA. Uimhreacha: 76531042

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 18 Aibrean 2011   

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Minor League game against Carrigallen in Carrigallen on Friday night at 6.30. Seniors play Gortletteragh in the League on Sunday at 2.00 in the Park. Ladies play St Josephs in the Park on this Thursday at 7.30

 

Cycle to Sligo–only 4 weeks away

 

Just four weeks ago and many of our cyclists can be seen out practicing on the roads. Collecting sponsorship is also in full swing. Yes, the build up is underway and the excitement will culminate on the morning of 22 May when all will assemble at the Church to head out the old railway track past the Golf Club, to Drumshanbo, Keadue, Ballyfarnan and ending up in Markievicz Park in time to see Leitrim face Sligo.

 

Seniors Draw with Eslin

 

Last Sunday morning our seniors played Eslin in what was a historic first league encounter between the clubs’ first teams in a very long time, certainly the first in at least 60 years. This was a thrilling game from start to finish that neither would have deserved to lose. We could have won it and we could have lost it. Early on we were streets ahead and got great points from Paul Prior, Ronan O’Rourke, Shane Moran, Anthony McTague, Sean Murray and James McWeeney. Then Seán Murray tore through to score a great goal and we were 1-10 to 0-6 ahead. It looked like we would win well. Then Eslin took over and got equally good points and had the gap down to 1-10 to 0-9 by half-time. Strangely we didn’t get a score in the rest of the half after Seán Murray’s goal, but we didn’t miss much either. In fact we had only one wide in whole the first half. Eslin were on top for a lot of the second half and led by three points at one stage. We were very lucky at this stage when Philip Farrelly brought off a great save when Conor Beirne was straight through. Our lads came back and Paul Prior levelled it from a free. When Wayne McKeon scored a brilliant point to put us ahead and with very little time to go it looked as if we would get a win, but Eslin came back to level. We did miss a few chances in the second half and dropped a few balls in to the goalie but 1-16 apiece was a very high score with great points from both sides. Overall it was as good a game as we saw in the Park in a while and we have won games when we didn’t play half as well.

 

Foireann: Philip Farrelly, Johnny McWeeney, David Duignan, Joseph Murphy, Liam Ferguson, Jim McTague, Anthony McTague (0-3), Wayne McKeon (0-1), Adrian Smith, James McWeeney (0-1), Sean Murray (1-2), Ronan O’Rourke (0-2), Paul Prior (0-4), Shane Moran (0-3), Tommy McCormack. Subs: Ryan Gavin for James McWeeney, Philip Murphy for T McCormack.

 

Junior lose in Division 3

 

Our Junior A team lost to Allen Gaels by 1-12 to 1-10 on Sunday morning in a game that they could have won. We were down by 0-10 to 0-5 at half time and indeed were seven points behind at one stage. The team fought much better in the second half and when James McWeeney scored a great goal after good work by Anthony McTague we were really in with a chance of our first victory in this division. Unfortunately Allen Gaels got a lucky goal and minutes later James McWeeney made another great run through but was inches wide from close range and those were the deciding factors. Shane McWeeney scored two good late points but we just ran out of time.

 

Foireann: Ryan Gavin, Freddie Walsh, Kevin Prior, Kevin O’Connor, Éamon Walsh (0-1), Philip Murphy, Matthew Murphy, Paul Prior (0-1), Joe Murphy, Shane McWeeney (0-2), James McWeeney (1-10, Anthony McTague (0-3), John Fanning, Tommy McCormack, Seán McCartin (0-1). Sub: Rory O’Rourke (0-1) for T McCormack.  

Dinnéar Damhsa

 

The Dinner Dance in the Slieve Russell was a great success on Friday last. Medals were presented to the Ladies who won the Junior Championship and the boys who won the Junior C Championship. The Fear a Tí for the night was Tomás Ó Moráin  

See pictures from the night on Sean O’Heslins website under “New Pictures”. 

Footballer and Lady Footballer of the Year 

During the Dinner Dance the awards for Club Footballer and Lady Footballer of the Year were presented. The Ladies award went to Linda Harte and the men’s to Wayne McKeon. Comhghairdeas don bheirt acu.  

Sean O’Heslins Ladies 

League:  The Ladies won their third league game in a row on Sunday last in Annaduff, beating Annaduff on a scoreline of 1-22 to 0-2.  Next League game is this Thursday at 7.30pm in the Park against St. Josephs.  Support would be appreciated.

Training:  Training this week Tuesday at 7.00pm.  Any new players are welcome to attend. Congratulations: Well done to the U-14 girls who are through to the Feile in Cork after their win at the weekend.  A great night was had by all at the dinner dance, congratulations to Anne Shanley on such a successful night. 

Girls Heading for Féile

 

Congratulations to our under 14 girls who defeated Drumkeerin in the Féile Final and are now heading for Cork to the National Féile.

 

Best Wishes

 

Best wishes to one of our great Lotto Supporters, Margaret McKeon, who is in hospital at present. We expect to see you back at the Bingo and Lotto soon Margaret.

 

U 8 and U 10 Go Games Blitz.

Our first Blitz takes place next Saturday April 23rd at 10.30am.  Sean O’Heslins, Garadice Gaels & Mohill will be taking part. All games 11 a side. 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn sa Heritage Bar. Pota Óir €3,400. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40; Seán Ó Súilleabháin. Buidéal uisce beatha ó Freddie/Karen Walsh : Tom Burns. €40 an duine: Padraig Flanagan, Church St, Kathleen Kearns, Church Sat, Séamus Mac Murchaidh, Kevin and Maria O’Connor, Killaneen, Caitríona McGrath, Killaneen, Tráthnóna. Uimhreacha: 27364105

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 11 Aibrean 2011      

 

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Seniors play Eslin on Saturday in Eslin. Please check fixtures for time. Division 3 game in the Park against Allen Gaels on Sunday at 12.00. 

Dinnéar Damhsa – Last orders tonight 

Our dinner dance is on this Friday in the Slieve Russell. Tonight is positively the last night for ordering tickets. There will be a big crowd there and it certainly will be an enjoyable evening, but ring Anne Shanley tonight if you havn’t done so already as numbers must be finalised tomorrow. 

Scór All Ireland Finals

 

Our Novelty Act team didn’t get the verdict in Killarney on Saturday but they gave of their best and the act went down as well as any of the other three. The cast were happy that they had performed to their very best but the title went to Carnew Emmets from Wicklow. It was a great night for Leitrim with two wins to bring Leitrim’s total to 23 titles. Congratulations to Aisling Sammon from Aughnasheelin who won the Amhránaíocht and Glencar/Manorhamilton who won the Rince Foirne for the third time. Both were very deserving winners and the Green Room in the Gleneagle was full of Leitrim singers and performers until the early hours of Sunday morning. Once again Ailbhe McGill had this room reserved from early in the evening and it was buzzing with entertainment for hours. It was again a wonderful occasion for Leitrim and of course we had another Ballinamore connection with Tommy Moran as Fear a’ Tí.

 

Fun Quiz 

A great night was had by all at our Scor table quiz last Thursday. Sincere thanks to all the following for their support; all who attended on the night and the following sponsors, Gala Supermarket Square, Co Scor Committee, Sean & Ann Kavanagh Main Street, Geraldine & Patsy Connaughton Aghadark, Paddy & Rosaleen Joyce Anville Court, Maureen & Raymond McHugh Killaneen, Alex & Ruairi Sullivan Anville Court, Maura Mulvey Aughnasheelin, Anne Shanley Dun na mBó, Brid & Sean Sullivan Aghadark, Noel Dolan, Mary McHugh Killaneen, Rowena O Rourke Tully, John & Mary Harte, and a big thank you the Ciaran & Kathy Smyth  and staff of Siopa Ól for hosting the night, sponsoring 1^st prize, providing food and also a donation to fund. The winners on the night were Cyril Smith, George O’Brien, Killian Cronin and Adrian Smith, they received beautiful Geneses Candles, which is a new product from Genesis range. In second place Berni Flynn, Vera Brennan, Kevin Beirne and Tommy Flynn Fenagh. Quiz Master was Seán Ó Suilleabháin.

The novelty act group would also like to thank Éamon & Noeleen Smith Siopa Gairdín and Smith’s Monumentals for assistance with graveyard accessories. 

 

Juniors lose to Eslin

 

Our juniors lost in Division 5 to Eslin on Sunday morning by 1-14 to 0-7.

Foireann: Ryan Gavin, Darren McGrory, Gavin Brennan, Diarmuid Keegan, Eoin McHugh, Freddie Walsh, Neil Hughes, Kevin Prior, Joe Murphy, Brian Beirne, Rory O’Rourke, Tommy McCormack, Sean McCartin, Adrian Gallogly, Peter Reynolds. Subs: David Earley, Daryl McFarland.

 

Ladies Junior Game

The ladies junior team beat Ballinaglera by 4-14 to 0-4 on Sunday. Team: Aisling Flaherty, Gillian Leyden, Claire Fanning, Emma O’Dell, Kirby Gilgunn, Katie Duignan, Ciara O’Dowd, Sarah McLoughlin, Michelle Fanning, Orla McWeeney, Laura O’Dowd, Deborah Gilheaney, Aoife Smith. Subs: Aoibheann Flynn, Naoimh Smith, Méabh Gleeson, Aoibheann Curran, Celine Charles, Paula Kelleher, Linda O’Brien, Catherine Toolan. Ladies play Annaduff on Sunday in Annaduff at 12.00

Under 14 League

 

Under 14s beat Glencar/Manorhamilton on Friday last by 1-14 to 1-5. They play Mohill on this Friday in Eslin. Check time on fixtures.

 

Leinster Under 21 Football – Ballinamore connection

 

Wexford won the Leinster under 21 Football Championship last Wednesday beating Longford in the final. One of the forwards was Liam Óg McGovern, son of Liam McGovern of Aghoo, former Sean O’Heslins player. Well done Liam Óg.

 

Comhbhrón

 

Sympathy is extended to the Sweeney family, Aghadark on the death of Maura’s father, Bob Williams, at the weekend. Sonas síoraí dó.

 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn sa Commercial. Pota Óir €3,350. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40; Nuala Clarke, Bobby Joes. Buidéal uisce beatha ó Bobby Joes: Sean McNiffe.: €40 an duine: Frank McGovern, Church St, Paula O’Hara, Ballyconnell, Lily Leddy, Philip Cassidy, Lahard, Aodán Mac Samhráin, Tráthnóna. Uimhreacha: 13620457

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 4 Aibrean 2011       

 

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Junior play Eslin in Division 5 on Sunday at 12.00 in Eslin. 

Scór All Ireland Finals

 

Best of luck to our Novelty act team who are heading for Killarney on this Saturday. Best of luck also to Aisling Sammon from Aughnasheelin and Dromahair and Glencar/Manorhamilton who will also be heading to Killarney. To add to the Leitrim sense of occasion the Fear-a-Tí on the night will be Tommy Moran. Go n–éirí leo.

 

Fun Quiz

 

Our Fun Table Quiz is in Smyth’s Siopa Ól on tomorrow night, Thursday, starting at 8.30.  Teams €20. Extra points will be awarded for those that arrive in fancy dress. This will be an entertaining quiz and we ask your support.

 

Seniors Lose in Shield

 

In a very close game on Saturday Glencar/Manorhamilton edged us out by 1-12 to 1-11. It was close all through and there was just a point in it at half-time 1-6 to 1-5, with our scores coming from Paul Prior (two), Shane Moran, Seán Murray and Liam Ferguson and Tommy McCormack got the goal. In the second half Brian Cafferty was our best man to get scores, he got three good points with Tommy McCormack, Brian Beirne and Shane Moran getting the others.

 

Foireann: Ryan Gavin, Joe Murphy, David Duignan, John McWeeney, Anthony McTague, Liam Ferguson (0-1), Ronan O’Rourke, Jim McTague, Adrian Smith, Brian Cafferty (0-3), Sean Murray (0-1), James McWeeney, Paul Prior (0-2), Shane Moran (0-2), Tommy McCormack (1-1), Subs: Brian Beirne (0-1), Shane McWeeney and Éamon Walsh.

 

Juniors – Great improvement in turnout

 

Our Juniors lost on Sunday morning to Fenagh but the match was less important than the turnout. After two weekends of walkovers it was great to see a panel of 23 players available. It certainly shows that we have the players and we sincerely hope that we have turned the corner and will a full panel out for the remaining eight games between now and the end of June. Fenagh had much the better of the first half and led by 1-11 to 0-3 at half-time. It seemed a hopeless cause facing an eleven points deficit but amazingly within 15 minutes it was down to three after points from Neil Hughes, Rory O’Rourke, then we got a lucky goal when a Fenagh back deflected the ball into his own net. Rory O’Rourke pointed a free and then Stephen McTague got two glorious points to leave it 1-11 to 1-8. However we ran out of steam after that and Fenagh got four points to our one from Kevin Prior. It ended 1-15 to 1-9.

 

Foireann: Ryan Gavin, Seamus Donnelly, Freddie Walsh, Cyril Smith, Darren McGrory, Neil Hughes, Éamon Walsh, Kevin Prior (0-1), Stephen McTague (0-1), Mark McGrory, Diarmuid Keegan (0-1), Michael Costello (0-1), Rory O’Rourke (0-2), Adrian Gallogly, Sean McCartin. Subs used: Ruairí Ó Súilleabháin, Philip Quinn, Peter Reynolds, Joe Honeyman, David Earley. Other subs available: Daryl McFarland, Joe Murphy and Tommy McCormack

 

Ladies Junior Game

Ladies play Ballinaglera in Division 2 League on Sunday 10 April at 12.00 in the Park

 

Under 14 League

 

In one of the most exciting games seen in the Park in a while our Under 14s narrowly beat Fenagh St Caillin’s by 4-7 to 2-12.

Foireann: Darren Maxwell, Daire Reynolds, James Hamill, Chris Maguire, Adam Goldrick, Niall McGovern, Mark O’Reilly, Peter Reynolds, Donal Feely, Daire Murphy, Oisín McCaffrey, Cathal McHugh, Barry McGovern, Kevin Mullen, Jamie Sweeney. Sub: Damien Creaven.

Next game is against Glencar/Manorhamilton on Friday at 6.30 in Manorhamilton

 

Under 10 Training

 

Training for under 10s on Friday at 6.00pm. Parents be sure to provide Dates of Birth and contact numbers. 

 

Comhbhrón

 

Sympathy is extended to the Murphy Family on the death of Patsy Murphy who died at the weekend. Patsy spent over 40 years working in New York and returned some years ago to live in Ballinamore. While he was away he never missed the Ballinamore Festival every year. Go ndéana Dia trócaire air . His brother James is one of our great Lotto patrons, and Monday last, the evening of Patsy’s removal, was the first time James missed a Lotto night since it started over 10 years ago.

 

Dinnéar Damhsa – Order your tickets now

 

It is essential that everyone going to the Dinner Dance have their tickets ordered with Anne Shanley by this Sunday night at the latest. The club dinner dance is only a week away on Friday 15 April in the Slieve Russell Hotel.  Please order your tickets immediately from Anne Shanley, phone 086 8538412.

 

Comhghairdeas

 

Congratulations to Cathleen Dolan who took part in the Winning Streak on RTE on Saturday last. Cathleen works in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin on the CE Project. Comhghairdeas Cathleen 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Bobby Joie’s. Pota Óir €3,300. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40; Martina Farry. Voucher from Ciarán and Cathy Smyth: Brendan Burns.  €40 an duine: Aindrias ó Dubhthaigh, Marie Finn, Kells, Christopher McNiffe, Paddy Gannon, Mohill, Katie Rose O’Donnell, Glencar. . Uimhreacha: 36124057

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 28 Marta 2011       

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Senior Shield game against Glencar/Manorhamilton on Saturday at 6.30 in Manorhamilton. Division 5 game against Fenagh in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin on Sunday at 11.30 

Junior Players – Let us down again 

For the second weekend in a row the club was badly let down by our Junior B players. On Saturday last Michael Quinn had confirmation from about 20 players that they would be travelling to St Osnatts on Sunday morning for the Division 5 game. On Sunday morning six players turned up at the Square. This is an absolute shame and an embarrassment, not to mention the €100 per game fine that we quite properly have incurred. We offer our apologies to St Osnatts who were left without a game on a fine Sunday morning. Where were our players, that is what our hard-working club members would like to know and are entitled to know? The people who are working hard in different aspect of the clubs affairs: those who run our teams, those who sell Lotto tickets, the club officers who spend hours on a daily basis working for the club, those who developed our club facilities, will feel badly demoralised to think that out of a panel of over thirty players only six turned up on a fine Sunday morning. To date 15 games have been played in Division 5 this year and two walk-overs. Both walk-overs conceded by which club? By Sean O’Heslins. The very team that won the Junior C Championship last year, with a panel of over thirty players. It is a disgrace to the proud name of Sean O’Heslins.  The players on this panel who didn’t turn up last Sunday morning and the Saturday before should apologise to their team manager Michael Quinn and they should feel a responsibility to collectively pay the €200 fine that the club has incurred as a result of their non appearance. Players should have that much loyalty at least to the club. 

Juniors lose in Division 3 

Our Junior A team lost to Gortletteragh on Saturday evening by 0-14 to 1-9.  They had a bad first half and were down by 0-9 to 0-5 at half time. They came back a bit in the second half and when Paul Prior scored a penalty there was only two points in it. However that was as close as we got.

 

Foireann: Eoin McHugh, Kevin O’Connor, Kevin prior, Gordon Hughes, Anthony McTague, Johnny McWeeney, Éamon Walsh, Adrian smith, Joseph Murphy, Shane McWeeney (0-1), Paul Prior (1-5), Brian Cafferty (0-1), Tommy McCormack, James McWeeney, Shane Murphy (0-2). Subs: Neil Hughes, Stephen McTague, Gavin Brennan, Diarmuid Keegan, Fred Walsh.

 

Fun Quiz

 

Our Fun Table Quiz is in Smyth’s Siopa Ól on Thursday week 7 April as a fundraiser for Scór. We will be asking a number of people to get teams together. Parents of those who participated in Scór na nÓg are asked to help by organising a team. Extra points will be awarded for those that arrive in fancy dress. This will be an entertaining quiz and we ask your support.

 

Sponsored Cycle to Sligo

 

Already quite a number of people have confirmed that they will be cycling to Sligo on 22 May, for our sponsored “Cycle to the Match”. Former players like Ollie Honeyman, Patrick “Beezer” McKiernan, Gerry Logan, Damien Crossan, Gary Smith and Colm Reilly as well as current players like Brian Cafferty and Ronan O’Rourke will be cycling. This is an exciting fun event and was enjoyed by all last year when the cycle was to Roscommon. Brid Sullivan is anxious to hear from more people who would be willing to take part in an exciting adventure and also help the club in what is now a major fund-raising event. Brid is hoping to get at least 50 people to cycle. The target is to raise an average of €200 each. Your help would be greatly appreciated. Please ring Brid at 087 9173185.

 

Championship Draw

 

We will be meeting Drumreilly in the first round of the Senior Championship this year with Annaduff the other team in the group.  In the Junior A Championship we are pared with Carrigallen and Annaduff.

 

Under 14 League

 

Our under 14s got a walk-over from Melvin Gaels last weekend. They play Fenagh on this Friday at 6.30 in the Park

 

Dinnéar Damhsa

 

The club dinner dance is just two weeks away on Friday 15 April in the Slieve Russell Hotel. Please order your tickets from Anne Shanley, phone 086 8538412.

 

Coaches Wanted for Cúl Camps

 

Leitrim GAA are now recruiting suitably qualified personnel to work as coaches on our VHI GAA Cúl camps for 2011. Camps will take place during the month of July with one camp taking place in August. Applicants must be over 18 years, have a minimum of foundation level coaching qualification and must be Garda vetted.
Interested applicants should forward a current C.V to Thomas Keenan, VHI Cúl camp coordinator, Páirc Sean Mac Diarmada, Ck-on-Shannon, Co. Leitrim. Coaches with a fluency in Irish are particularly required. Closing date for receipt of applications is 5pm on Monday 4th April 2011.

 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn sa Siopa  Óil. Pota Óir €3,250. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40; Sean McNiffe. Buidéal uisce beatha ó Gay Prior: Ollie Moran.  €40 an duine: John Harte & Co, Nell McManus, Aughnasheelin, John Creamer, Stradermot, Mollie Barden, Aghoo, Hugh McGovern, Boneil, Corlough. . Uimhreacha: 24731056

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 21 Marta 2011     

 

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Junior game in Division 3 Gallogly Catering League against Gortletteragh on Saturday at 5.00pm in Gortletteragh. Division 5 game at 12.00 on Sunday against St Osnatts on St Osnatt’s pitch. Under 14 League game on Saturday against Melvin Gaels in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin at 11.00. Leitrim Hurlers play Fermanagh in the Park on Sunday at 2.30 

Junior Players – Please turn out 

Last Saturday the mentors in charge of our Division 5 team had to face the embarrassment of giving a walk-over to Glenfarne/Kiltyclogher. This was a serious matter because it was the third year running where we conceded to Glenfarne/Kiltyclogher. To make matters worse, Glenfarne/Kilty  had facilitated us by agreeing to a Saturday evening game instead of having to travel to Glenfarne for an 11.00 start on Sunday.  The reality is there are at least 30 players eligible for Junior Division 5, including a number of those now over 17 this year. This grade is seriously important as a starting point into adult football for our minors as well as many players who will not get regular starts in Division 3. Last year we won the Junior C Championship with have a dozen subs available. There are 8 more players eligible for the league. It is imperative that all players respond to Michael Quinn early this week and be available if at all possible. Division 5 is the lifeblood of the GAA, it is about playing football and giving the maximum amount of games to the maximum amount of players. Please do not let the club down again by having to concede any more games. 

Bua ag na Cailíní 

The junior girls had a big win over Bornacoola in their first game in Division 2. 

Fun Quiz

 

The club are running a Fun Table Quiz in Smyth’s Siopa Ól on Thursday 7 April as a fundraiser for Scór. We will be asking a number of people to get teams together. This will be an entertaining quiz and we ask your support.

 

Group Texts

 

Anyone who wishes to receive group Ballinamore Sean O’Heslins texts please text 087 6846578 with which team or events you wish to be informed about and we will include you on that particular group text.

 

Dinnéar Damhsa

 

The club dinner dance has been arranged for Friday 15 April in the Slieve Russell Hotel. Please order your tickets from Anne Shanley, phone 086 8538412. Tickets at a very reasonable €35. Medals will be presented to the girls who won the Junior A Championship, Intermediate B Championship Intermediate 9 a side and also to the men’s Junior C Championship winning side. This promises to be a great night that will match the same occasion two years ago.  

Comhbhrón 

Sympathy to the McTague family, Church St on the death of Danny McGinley, son-in-law of Hugh McTague Snr. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sé. 

Well Done 

Well done to Wayne McKeon who made a significant contribution to Leitrim’s win when he came on on Sunday against Fermanagh. 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Prior’s. Pota Óir €3,200. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40; Martin Conway, Aughnasheelin. Buidéal uisce beatha ó David McCabe: Sean McNiffe.  €40 an duine: Seán Ó Suilleabháin, Ray Gleeson, Fohera, T P Cox, Dromod, Maureen McGovern, Tonlagee, Tom Burns. . Uimhreacha: 32016754

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 14 Marta 2011     

 

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Junior game in  Division 5 Gallogly Catering League against Glenfarne/Kiltyclogher in Glenfarne on Sunday next at 11.30. This is a match where it is absolutely crucial that we have a full panel available. 

Ladies Junior League 

The first game in the Ladies Division 2 League is against Bornacoola in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin on Sunday next at 1.30. 

Bua eile ag an bhfoireann Sinsear 

For the second week in a row our seniors came from behind to snatch victory in the Gallogly Catering Division 2 League game against Drumkeerin. A goal from Adrian Smith with three minutes to go was the deciding factor and we won by 2-6 to 0-9.

Foireann: Philip Farrelly, Philip Murphy, David Duignan, Joe Murphy, Liam Ferguson, Jim McTague, Ronan O’Rourke, Wayne McKeon, Adrian Smith, (1-0), Shane Murphy (1-0), Shane Moran (0-1), Anthony McTague, Paul Prior (0-5), Ryan Gavin, Tommy McCormack. Subs: Brian Cafferty for T McCormack,  Brian Beirne for Ryan Gavin.  

Juniors lose to Leitrim Gaels 

After a dreadful first half when they scored just one point to Leitrim Gaels 1-9, our juniors in Division 3 picked up greatly in the second  half and came within three points of the Gaels. Two goals from Diarmuid Keegan plus five points from Shane McWeeney brought us ever closer but it ended 2-14 to 2-11 to Leitrim Gaels. 

Foireann: Eoin McHugh, Kevin O’Connor, Kevin Prior, Gordon Hughes, Anthony McTague, Jason Kellett, Shane Murphy (0-1), Ryan Gavin, Joe Murphy, Brian Cafferty (0-1), Paul Prior (0-2), Shane McWeeney (0-5), Tommy McCormack, Diarmuid Keegan (2-1), Sean McCartin. Subs: James McWeeney (0-1) and Johnny McWeeney. 

Minors beat Glencar/Manorhamilton 

Our minors had their second win in a row when they beat St Mary’s by 3-9 to 1-9 in the Park on Sunday. A speedy recovery to John Fanning who got injured during the game. 

Foireann: Eoin McHugh, Caillin McHugh, Anthony Maguire, Cyril Smith, Jack Cullen (1-0), Kevin Banks, Brian Leyden, Brian Beirne (1-0), John Fanning (0-2), Dean McGovern, Andrew Burns, David McLoughlin, Luke Murphy (0-2), Stephen McTague (0-5), Mark McGrory (1-0), Subs Conor Moran, Jack Bagge. 

Scór – Bua arís sa Nuachleas 

Comhghairdeas to our Novelty Act team who won the Connacht title on last Saturday and will now be heading for Killarney on Saturday 9 April. The act, which is an updated version of the  “Celtic Tiger” that won the All Ireland in 2002, went down very well in Elphin. The club has a remarkable record in Connacht in the Novelty Act event. They have won the Leitrim Scór title in Novelty Act on 18 occasions and they have won in Connacht on 17 of those 18 occasions, a remarkable record. Well done to Raymond McHugh, Brid Sullivan, Sean McKeon, Michael Fanning, Brendan Brennan, Rowena O’Rourke, Sean O Suilleabháin and Philip McHugh. Comhghairdeas to Aisling Sammon from Aughnasheelin who won the Amhranaíocht Aonair, to Dromahair who won the Solo Singing and to Glencar/Manorhamilton who did a wonderful double in Rince Foirne and Rince Seit. This was their nineteenth time to win Connacht in Rince Foirne but only their second time to win Rince Seit.

Tickets for the All Ireland Finals must be ordered by this Friday with Brid Sullivan. As before, tickets must be paid for when ordering as the club has to send cheque with order.

 

Fun Quiz

 

The club are running a Fun Table Quiz in Smyth’s Siopa Ól on Thursday 7 April as a fundraiser for Scór. This will be an entertaining quiz and we ask your support.

 

Dinner Dance

 

The club dinner dance has been arranged for Friday 15 April in the Slieve Russell Hotel. Medals will be presented to the girls who won the Junior A Championship, Intermediate B Championship Intermediate 9 a side and also to the men’s Junior C Championship winning side. This promises to be a great night that will match the same occasion two years ago. More details next week, but keep that date marked in your diaries.

 

Coaching Courses 

The Leitrim GAA coach education team are running a number of courses in the coming weeks, some of which will take place in Ballinamore. The following are the dates and locations of the courses: 

• Child Welfare and Protection (Code of Ethics) course – Ballinamore – March 21st  (Max 18 participants). 

• Foundation Award – Ballinamore – Friday 25th/Saturday 26th March. 

• Award 1 Child – Carrick-on-Shannon – Thurs 31st March/Sat 2nd April + Thurs 7th April/Sat 9th April. 

• Award 1 Youth/Adult – Carrick-on-Shannon – Thurs 31st March/Sat 2nd April + Thurs 7th April/Sat 9th April. 

Please note that the Award 1 Child and Award 1 Youth/Adult are separate courses, which are being run simultaneously. In order to streamline the process we are asking that people interested in going on the courses contact the club secretary Patsy Connaughton or Barney Breen Club coaching officer 

Training for Under 8 Boys and Girls 

This is the memorable starting point for all boys and girls in the Ballinamore area. The day when they take their first steps in wearing the colours for their club Seán O’Heslins. Training for under 8 boys and girls commences Monday 21st March at 6pm in the park. Further details contact John or Kathleen Curran 087 2366745 

Membership – You must pay now? 

Club members are reminded that club membership is now overdue. Nobody can be allowed to play at any level without having paid membership. Membership is  €30 per adult and €10 per child. Family membership is maximum €80 (2 adults and 2 minors). All Players must be members in order to train or play. The club cannot run the risk of having people train or play without being valid members of the club. Contact Tommy Dolan 086 8171587. Tommy will be at ladies training on this Friday night at 8.00 to collect membership.  

Additional Gaeltacht Scholarships 

Leitrim Co Board is able to offer two half-scholarships (value €450 each) to two boys who are GAA members to Coláiste Ó Direáin, which is situated on Inis Mór, Aran Islands. The grants are sponsored by the College itself. The grants are for the course from 24 July to 14 August. Anyone interested in applying for these grants please write to Máire Ni Mhaoilbhlia, Oifigeach Cultúir agus Teanga, Coillte na Sionnach, Achadh na Sileann,  Béal an Átha Móir, Co Liatroma, roimh 25 Márta 2011 or e-mail to irishculturalofficer.leitrim@gaa.ie.

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn sa Scoláire Bocht. Pota Óir €3,150. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an Luan: €40; Noel Sweeney. Buidéal uisce beatha ó Gordon Hughes: Walter Sharpley.  €40 an duine: Dawn McKeon, High St, Greg Hargadon, Fenagh, Aindrias Ó Dubhthaigh, Seán McManus, Drumderg, John Harte. Uimhreacha: 74065123

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 7 Marta 2011   

 

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Beidh ár bhfoireann Sinsear ag imirt arís ar an Satharn seo chugainn i gcoinne Droim Caorthainn i nDroim Caorthainn ag 4.00. Cluiche i Roinn 3 againn ar an Domhnach i gcoinne Gaeil Liatroma i bPáirc Sheáin Uí Eislin ag 12.00. Beidh cluiche ag na Mionúir ar an Domhnach i gcoinne Gleann an Chairthe/Cluainín i bPáirc Sheáin Uí Eislin ag 3.30. 

Seachtain na Gaeilge

 

Táimid i lár Seachtain na Gaeilge agus iarraimid ar gach duine píosa Gaeilge a úsáid chomh minic agus is féidir i rith na Seachtaine agus tar éis na Seachtaine freisin. Is í ár dteanga féin í!!

 

We would ask all club members and players to think about using a piece of Gaeilge on any occasion possible this week and next. As individuals if you are sending e-mails or text messages to your friends, family etc, why not put in some phrases such as “Dia duit”, “Mise anseo”. Forget about the “Hi” for this week. It means nothing anyway. You could finish with “Slán” or “Go raibh maith agat” or “Beidh mé ag caint leat”.  Maybe team mentors could use a few words before matches. It our language, lets be proud of it, lets use it.

 

Ciorcal Comhrá

 

An Luan seo chugainn an oíche dheireanach den Chiorcal Comhrá sa Leabharlann. Beidh amhráin agus ceol ar an oíche sin. Beidh fáilte roimh gach duine. 

Bua ag ár bhfoireann Sinsear 

Our seniors got a great start to their Gallogly Catering Division 2 campaign with a dramatic last minute win over Kiltubrid on Saturday. For all but the last minute we were behind Kiltubrid but when all seemed lost, David Duignan, who was playing full back, turned up on the edge of the square and as the ball dropped between a couple of Kiltubrid defenders he got possession and finished to the net. David was the outstanding Sean O’Heslins player all day and it was appropriate that he should get the match winner. It was reminiscent of the day when he beat Annaduff with late points to win the Senior B Championship in 2003.  Overall it was a strange performance. We dominated possession for a lot of the game but shot fifteen wides to Kiltubrid’s five. We were behind 0-5 to 0-3 at half time with points coming from Tommy McCormack, Ryan Gavin and Ronan O’Rourke. We had slipped four points behind when Sean Murray was pushed in the square and the goal from the penalty by Paul Prior gave us a lifeline we were not expecting. Tommy McCormack levelled and it was looking good as Kiltubrid also had a player sent off for a second yellow. However, Kiltubrid didn’t give up and got the next two points and it looked to be going Kiltubrid’s way. Then Paul Prior pointed a free and then came David Duignan’s goal well into extra time. We left for home greatly relieved and so, I am sure, did our new management team of Brendan Burns and Seamus Mullen. Bhí an bua againn ar an scór 2-6 in aghaidh 0-10. Our thanks to Miranda Burke from Kiltubrid who gave medical assistance to Ronan O’Rourke after the sustained an injury..

Foireann: Philip Farrelly, Philip Murphy, David Duignan (1-0), Liam Ferguson, Joe Murphy, Jim McTague, Ronan O’Rourke (0-1), Wayne McKeon, Ryan Gavin (0-1), Shane Moran, Seán Murray, Shane Murphy, Paul Prior (1-2), Adrian Smith, Tommy McCormack (0-2). Subs: Brian Cafferty for Shane Murphy, Shane Ferguson for Ronan O’Rourke, Brian Beirne for Ryan Gavin.  

Scór – Bua arís sa Nuachleas 

Sean O’Heslins won the Nuachleas once again at the Co Scór finals in Ballinamore last Saturday. This is the 18^th time in all that the club has qualified for the Connacht Finals in Nuachleas. Comhghairdeas to Michael Fanning, Sean McKeon, Seán Ó Suilleabháin, Rowena O’Rourke, Brid Sullivan, Philip McHugh and Raymond McHugh and Cyril Smith who replaced Brendan Brennan who was unavailable on the night. . In the other events: Rince Foirne, Amhranaíocht, Aithriseoireacht and Tráth na gCeist all of our performers were well in with a chance giving great performances. The standard was very high throughout. The Connacht Finals are in Elphin on Saturday starting at 6.00pm. Tá súil againn go mbeidh an club ar an mbóthar go Cill Airne arís. 

Cailíní Faoi 14 – Traenáil

 

Girls U14 Training starts this Thursday evening at 5pm in the Park, all girls asked to attend. 

Ar na Rothair go Sligeach

 

In ten weeks time Leitrim will be heading for Sligo for the first round of the Connacht Senior Championship. Last year over thirty people headed on their bicycles for Roscommon. It is hoped that all of the same people and, hopefully more, will take the road to Sligo on 22 May. Now is the time to start cycling a bit as the evenings grow longer. The cycle is one of the biggest fundraisers of the year and it is important that as many people as possible join in.

 

Underage meeting – Coiste na nÓg

 

Underage committee meeting on Tuesday 15th March at 9pm in the clubhouse. All parents and team mentors boys and girls invited to attend.

GAA Social Initiative

The Ballinamore Sean O’Heslins will be holding an information meeting on this Thursday night in the Clubrooms in relation to the GAA Social Initiative which arose as a result of President Mary McAleese and her husband, Martin, noticing an absence of older men in attendance at official functions during their many visits to local communities over the years. She came to the conclusion that many men, because of the changing patterns of life, were falling through cracks in the system and either risking or already experiencing isolation and loneliness. The President referred to those “who have lost the threads of regular and meaningful social contact and who would welcome the chance to revive their social lives again in ways they would enjoy”. Arising from her concern, the President established a Forum in 2007 consisting of selected older men – leading academics, health and social care professionals, service providers and local and national representatives – to explore the problem. Subsequently, the President invited the GAA to implement some of these ideas arising from the Forum resulting in the ‘GAA Social Initiative’, launched in 2009. The Initiative began with four county-based projects in Mayo, Fermanagh, Kerry and Wexford. These projects co-ordinated, respectively, by Dr Mick Loftus, Tom Boyle, John Pierse and Tony Dempsey provided vital experience and information to develop the concept and, arising from the lessons learned in that first phase, the final form of the Initiative has been agreed. It is now being re-launched as a club-based, island-wide project, utilising the GAA club network as a vehicle to achieve the greatest reach into all our communities. The President’s commitment is clearly illustrated by her willingness to serve as Patron to the Initiative. In addition, Dr Martin McAleese will serve as a Director of the Trust established to implement the Initiative. Any club members or indeed anybody with an interest in the above is invited to a meeting in the clubhouse this Thursday night at 8pm where we will discuss how to support this worthy project.

 

Gradam an Uachtaráin – Gerry Mahon to be honoured

 

Comhghairdeas do Gearóid Ó Mathúna atá roghnaithe chun Gradam an Uachtaráin a fháil ar an 16 Márta i bPáirc an Chrócaigh. Gerry Mahon has been chosen as one of the recipients of the 2011 GAA President’s Awards in light of his outstanding voluntary contribution to the GAA over a prolonged period. These awards are organised and presented on an annual basis to honour those who go above and beyond the call of duty in their commitment and dedication to their chosen field within the wider GAA family. A special banquet will take place here at Croke Park on the evening of Wednesday March 16 at which all winners will be present. Tickets for the banquet event, priced at €30 per person, can also be purchased through Patsy Connaughton 0876846578 should you be interested in attending the function.  The closing date for purchasing tickets is 10.3.11.The function will start at 7.00pm sharp as the function is being televised live by TG4.

 

Tomás Ó Moráin – Post nua i gCúige Chonnacht

 

Comhghairdeas do Tomás Ó Móráin atá tar éis post mar Oifigeach Caidrimh Poiblí (PRO) a ghlacadh le Comhairle Chonnacht. Tommy was of course previously President of Connacht Council so he is an excellent choice for PRO for Connacht.

 

Comhbhrón

 

Tá comhbhrón an chlub ag dul go Clann Uí Éideáin  ar bhás Tony Hayden, iar-pheileadóir Liatroma ag an deireadh seachtaine.

 

Lotto 

Bhí an Lotto ar an Luan as Gaeilge. Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Ní Fhionn’s. Pota Óir €3,100. Winners of prizes for those present on the night: €40; Seán McNiffe. Duais ó Frank Flynn: Brendan Burns.  €40 an duine: P J Dolan, High St, Denis O’Brien, Killyfea, Aughavas, John Ryan, Castleroggy, Tomás McWeeney, Longstone, Dr Gerry Ballantine, Dromahair.Uimhreacha: 56013472

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 28 Feabhra 2011      

 

Fixtures 

Our first senior fixture of the year in the Division 2 League is away to Kiltubrid this Saturday at 4.15pm. Leitrim ladies play Longford in the Park in the National League on Sunday at 2.45pm 

Scór – Six items in County Finals on Saturday next 

We had six items on stage last Saturday night at the Co Scór semi-final, and were the best represented club in the County. We will also have the best representation in the finals as all six items qualified for the finals in Ballinamore on Saturday evening next. In Rince Foirne we had Sinead Early, Michelle Reynolds, Edel Farrelly, Marie

O’Reilly, Erin Gilheany, Vanessa Martin, Sarah Sweeney and Orla Murphy. In Amhranaíocht Aonair we were represented by Aisling Maxwell. Brendan Brennan did the recitation. In Tráth na gCeisteanna we had two teams: Sean O Suilleabhain, Niall Gormley and Andy Duffy on one team and Tomás McWeeney, Patsy Connaughton and Adrian Smith on the other team. In Nuachleas our team was: Michael Fanning, Brendan Brennan, Sean McKeon, Sean O Suilleabhain, Rowena O’Rourke, Brid Sullivan, Philip McHugh and Raymond McHugh. The County Finals are in the Community Centre on Saturday starting at 7.00. With the tiered seats in place it promises to be an enjoyable evening. 

Less of You Programme 

Well done to all who participated in the fitness test on Friday Night. Individual fitness test results and individual BMI results will be available on Friday.  For those who didn’t get an opportunity to carry out or complete your fitness test Michelle will be available this Friday again from 7.15pm -7.45pm to conduct them. This Friday there will be a Nutrition talk at 9.10pm with Aoife and in the coming weeks Michelle will be carrying out lectures on the benefits of physical activity and tips for success a Burn and Tone class and a Boot camp class. Remember to fill out your food diaries and bring them with you on Friday to be analysed.  Remember the walks daily with Edel. Remember concentrate on what you eating & your portion sizes. “Come on lets achieve….”Less of Yourself”. NOTE THE NEW TIME OF THE LECTURE at 9.10pm 

Junior Division 5

 

Our Junior B team had their first outing in the Division 5 league on Saturday. They lost to Bornacoola by 1-9 to 0-5. For a variety of reasons we were short a number of players. Hopefully we will have a fuller squad for the next game.

 

Foireann: Peter Reynolds, Séamus Donnelly, Freddie Walsh, Cyril Smith, Michael Costello, Naoise Hayden, Neil Hughes, Jason Kellett, Kevin Prior, Tommy McCormack, Diarmuid Keegan, Darren McGrory, Daryl McFarland, Adrian Gallogly, Sean McCartin

 

Minor League

 

After losing heavily to St Manachan’s in the first round a week earlier our Minors had a big 4-15 to 0-4 win over St Mary’s on Sunday

 

Hurling Club Formed  

For the first time in a long period of years a separate Ballinamore Hurling club has been formed and will be affiliated as a solely hurling club. At a meeting in the clubrooms last Saturday officers were elected and they are as follows; Uachtarán: John Harte. Leasuachtarán: Seán Ó Suilleabháin. Cathaoirleach; Conor Harte, Rúnaí: Paddy O’Connor. Cisteoir: Donal Quinn, PRO: Brian Dolan. Cláiritheoir: Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin. This is a significant move for hurling in Ballinamore and is in line with similar moves to form hurling clubs in the County  

 

Cannaboe Liúdramáns – Ends on a high

 

After three great nights in Ballinamore the Cannaboe Liúdramáns followed this up with two full houses in Manorhamilton and Carrick on Shannon last weekend. Overall it was a very successful fund-raising venture that had, as it promised “its audience in stitches” everywhere it was staged. Now people are asking “will we see the Liúdramáns again?”. Sin í an cheist!

 

Executive Meeting 

Meeting of club executive on this Friday week, 4 March at 8.00 in clubrooms. All executive members are asked to attend. 

 

Leitrim Supporters Club Draw

 

Leitrim Supporters Club are celebrating 25 years of fundraising on behalf of Leitrim GAA. This year they have the usual draw with tickets at €40 each. However to celebrate the 25th year they have produced a beautiful 25 year celebration scarf and each person buying a ticket will get one of them in addition to the usual car sticker. Tickets are available from club officers.

 

Comhghairdeas

 

Comhghairdeas to Rory and Lorraine O’Rourke on the birth of their daughter Michaela 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Ní Fhionn’s. Pota Óir €3,050. Winners of prizes for those present on the night: €40; Séamas Mac Murchaidh. Buidéal uisce beatha ó Liam Mac Fhearghail; Aodhán Mac Samhráin.  €40 an duine: Michael McGirl, Aughnasheelin, Karen and Adrian McCartin, Aughavas, Áine Donnelly, Kildorragh, Gary Smyth, Breda McWeeney, Longstone.  Uimhreacha: 31524760

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 21 Feabhra 2011      

Fixtures 

First adult fixture of the year, Division 5 game away to Bornacoola on Saturday at 4.00pm. Minors play in the league on Sunday at 2.00pm in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin against St Mary’s 

The Ballinamore Less of You programme  

The Ballinamore “Less of You Programme” starts this Friday evening 25 February in the Clubrooms. Fitness testing will be on Friday from 6-9pm. Weigh –in including recording of BMI for your own use only will start at 6pm on Friday until 8pm and then again from 9.30. Talk and Launch at 9.30.Teams of five is the proposal for team size and if you would like to pick your own team that would be alright. Anyone who would prefer to be on a mixed team, the names will be picked from a hat. Let us know your preference on Friday night. Of course you don’t have to be on a team if you prefer to do that. For those not able to attend on Friday night weigh-ins can take place on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings 10-11am or Wednesday evening 7-8pm. Each team can do their own activities if they prefer or can do organised activities which include Monday evening at 7.00; outdoor session walks daily and Wednesday evening 7-8. Circuit training and gym use all day.   

 

Medal Presentation and Lotto

 

The clubhouse was a hive of activity on Monday evening as medals were presented to six different winning underage teams, three boys teams and three ladies teams. It was great to see so many winning teams being honoured and appropriately the medals were presented by our current inter-county footballers in both cases. The Girls Minor (9 a side), Girls Under 14, (13 a side B) and the girls Under 12, (11 a side) teams were presented with their medals by Sarah McLoughlin and Kirby Gilgunn. The Boys Under 14 League and Championship and under 16 (13 a side) championship winning teams were presented with their medals by Wayne McKeon and Philip Farrelly. (Shane Moran, Minor player of the Year, was unable to be present on the evening) Pictures of the presentations will be included in the club website later this week.

Please note, one of the under 18 ladies left the clubhouse without her medal. Patsy Connaughton has it. 

The Cannaboe Liúdramáns 

If you missed the Cannaboe Liúdramáns, the final shows will be on in The Dock, Carrick on Shannon on Friday 25 February and booking can be made by ringing 071 9650828. It will also be in The Glens Centre, Manorhamilton on Thursday 24 February. Booking there is at 071 9855833. Time both nights is 8.30 and admission is €10

 

Executive Meeting

 

Meeting of club executive on Friday week, 4 March at 8.00 in clubrooms  

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i McGirls Pota Óir €3,000. Winners of Children’s prizes of €10 each: Joley McGovern, Kate Reynolds, Eoin Connaughton, Brid Murphy. Winners of prizes for those present last Monday: €40: Noel Dolan, €20 each: Tom Burns and Padraig McKeon.  €40 an duine: Ciara McGoldrick, Cloe Mullen, Agnes Kilkenny, Eoin Curran, Joe Feely. Uimhreacha: 45761302

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 14 Feabhra 2011    

 The Cannaboe Liúdramáns 

Three wonderful nights of the Cannaboe Liúdramáns concluded on Sunday last. The Community Centre was booked out on each night. The club would like to thank all of the people who attended the comedy show from far and near. Thanks to the Hall Committee and especially Gerard and Thomas Farry, to Josie Creamer for providing the amplification. Ann Shanley and her team of helpers provided the catering and Walter Sharpley did the shop. Sandra McKeon and Maureen McHugh did make-up. A team of stewards manned the ticket office and brought people to their seats. Thanks to the following who provided spot prizes: Scollan Butchers, Ciaran and Cathy Smith of Siopa Ól, O’Rourke’s Office Supplies, Ballinamore Drama Festival, Aughawillan Drama Troupe, John Harte, Micheál Duignan, Mona Creamer, Philip McHugh, Lakeland Dairies. Thanks to Patsy Connaughton for help with posters. Thanks to Leitrim Observer and Shannonside Radio for publicity. Finally the biggest thanks must go to the cast of 14 who participated in the Liúdramáns: Michael Fanning, Raymond McHugh, Brendan Brennan, Seán McKeon, Ross Dooner,  Rowena O’Rourke, Ruairí and Alex Sullivan, Sarah McLoughlin, John O’Connell, Paddy Prior, Cyril Smith, Brid and Seán Ó Suilleabháin 

If you missed the Liúdramáns 

Many people didn’t book in time or were unable to attend. If you are one of these, the show will be on in The Dock, Carrick on Shannon on Friday 25 February and booking can be made by ringing 071 9650828. It will also be in The Glens Centre, Manorhamilton on Thursday 24 February. Booking there is at 071 9855833. Time both nights is 8.30 and admission is €10  

The Ballinamore Less of You programme  

Whether it’s the few Christmas pounds you want to lose or more this is the project for you! By joining the Slimathon you can get trim, fit and active and support your club at the same time. You can work individually or as a group if preferred i.e. weight loss for group will be recorded. Open to all not just Sean O’Heslins club members 

What will the Slimathon entail? 

1. An initial weigh in ( in complete confidence)

2. A weekly free weigh in for those who wish to monitor progress 

3. Nutritional advice 

4. Diet plans 

5. Exercise advice 

6. Organised team Fun fitness activities.

7. Full use of club facilities including Gym

Hopefully all who take part will achieve personal goals in an enjoyable, fun and social manner. Information night at 9.30pm on Friday 18th February in the club house with a view to starting the programme on the 25th February. For further details contact Celia Donoghue 087 9272412 or Helena D’Arcy 087 2378514 

Hurling Club Meeting 

A meeting in relation to the formalisation of the Hurling Club will be held in the Clubrooms on Saturday at 5.00pm. Anyone interested in hurling is asked to attend this short meeting 

Comhbhrón 

Sympathy is extended to the Kelly, McHugh, Smith and McNiffe families on the death of Canon Micheál Kelly. Our apologies for omitting the Smith family last week. Go ndéana Dia trócaire air. 

Comhghairdeas 

Comhghairdeas to Francis Milton and Majella Roe who were married in Castlecomer, Co Kilkenny last Friday.

 

Medal Presentation and Lotto

 

On Monday next all underage medals won in 2010 will be presented in the Clubrooms at a function starting at 9.00. This will include the medals to winning Boys under 14 Championship and League teams, Under 16 Championship as well as  the Girls U12, U14 & Minor winning teams. Come along to show your appreciation for these local heroes who done the club proud on and off the field in 2010. Medals to be presented by Ballinamore’s current county stars. Club Lotto follows afterwards in the club house 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn sa chlubtheach i bPáirc Sheáin Uí Eislin ag 9.3A0pm. Pota Óir €2,950. Winners of prizes for those present last Monday: €40: Noel Sweeney.  Buidéal uisce beatha ó Ossie Costello: P S Mac Lochlainn: €40 an duine: Jim Dalton, Ballinamore Stores, Joan Kerrigan, Beaghamore, Carrigallen, Hugh McTague jnr, Dermot O’Hara, Derry, Alannah Smith, Church St. Uimhreacha: 24067315

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 7 Feabhra 2011    

The Cannaboe Liúdramáns 

The Cannaboe Liúdramáns have arrived.  This weekend they will be performing in Ballinamore Community Centre on Friday11th, Saturday 12^th and Sunday 13^th February, starting at 8.30 each night. It is advisable to book seats in advance because at the time of writing there are some seats left for each night but not many. You can book you seat by ringing 087 9173185. Tickets booked must be collected each night by 8.15, as seats cannot be held after that. Admission is €10.  

County Awards 

Two of our players were recipients of awards at the Co Board Dinner Dance last Friday week. Shane Moran got the Minor Player of the Year award and Kirby Gilgunn got the Ladies Junior Player of the Year Award. It was a unique double for Shane Moran because only last year he received the Young Hurler of the Year. It was also a second award for Kirby because she received the Ladies Junior B Player of the Year in 2005. Comhghairdeas don bheirt acu. 

Want to lose weight and enjoy it? 

Ballinamore is launching an exciting new initiative on the 18^th February in the club house. If you’ve over indulged at Christmas or just want to lose those extra pounds it’s a great time to team up with other like-minded people and get back into shape.

You will be weighed and measured by a professional in complete confidentiality, who has offered to give everyone an individual chart with recommendations for daily food intake. The participants will be assessed every week for 8 weeks finishing on Good Friday 22nd April. Participants will be given a support group of like minded people who will encourage and motivate each other in a fun and relaxed manner taking full advantage of the facilities which Sean O’Heslin’s GAA Club have to offer. There will be weekly talks by qualified professionals on various aspects of fitness and weight loss as well as organised fun activities during the 8 weeks. The Course is open to all young and old so encourage your friends to join with you not just Ballinamore Sean O’Heslin’s members. We look forward to working with people to help them lose weight in a way that is healthy and sustainable. Full details in next week’s notes and how to sign up!

Well done Leitrim 

Well done to Leitrim men’s and ladies teams on great starts to the National League. The ladies had a big win over Wexford in Ballinamore and the men had a great morale-boosting win over Clare. Wayne McKeon was the hero with a last minute winning point.

Ladies Fixture 

Leitrim Ladies play Clare in the Park on Saturday at 2.00pm. Stewards will be required. 

First Aid Course 

Sean O’Heslins are running a certified First Aid Course in the Park,which can be done over a full day or a number of evenings. This is essential for all mentors involved in a team, parents or even players looking to improve their CV. Contact Patsy on 087 6846578 if interested in taking part.

Comhbhrón 

Sympathy is extended to the Kelly, McHugh and McNiffe families on the death of Canon Micheál Kelly. Canon Kelly had a great interest in football and played for Aughawillan in his young days. He was also a regular contributor to our Lotto draw. Sympathy also to the Lynch Family Mohill on the death of Tom Lynch. Go ndéana Dia trócaire orthu. 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Lawrences. Pota Óir €2,900. Winners of prizes for those present last Monday: €40: Noel Sweeney. €20 Jackie agus Catherine: Noel Sweeney (arís): €40 an duine: Aisling Gallagher, Blacklion, Thomas Reynolds, Carrigallen, Paddy Gannon, Drimeen, Mohill, Sean Maxwell, Kiltyhugh, Adrian Smith, High St. Uimhreacha: 50741623

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 31 Eanair 2011  

 

Meeting of Underage Parents and Mentors 

All parents and mentors and anyone interested in helping out at underage level from under 8 to minor, boys and girls, is asked to attend an underage meeting in the Clubrooms on this Thursday 3^rd February at 9.00pm. There are a lot of teams, boys and girls, in the club and it would help greatly if more parents gave some help, even occasionally. Please come to the meeting. 

The Cannaboe Liúdramáns 

Just a week to go to see the Cannaboe Liúdramáns on stage. Already a lot of people have booked their tickets. Performances will be in Ballinamore Community Centre on Friday11th, Saturday 12^th and Sunday 13^th February, starting at 8.30 each night. You can book you seat by ringing 087 9173185. Tickets booked in this way must be collected each night by 8.15, as seats cannot be held after that. Admission is €10. This is a fund-raising project for the Park Development, so apart from enjoying yourself, you will be helping to reduce club debt. 

Game in Park 

Leitrim ladies play Wexford in Division 3 of the National Football league on Sunday in the Park at 2.00. Stewards required. 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Jackie’s. Pota Óir €2,850. Winners of prizes for those present last Monday: €40: Walter Sharpley. €20 an duine ó Terry agus Agnes Shortt: Séamus Mac Murchaidh agus Brendan Burns: €40 an duine: Jim Clancy, Glenfarne, Cathal McCrann, Tooman, Mohill, Barry Butler, Kilnagross, Sean McNiffe, Kevin and Marie O’Connor, Killaneen. Uimhreacha: 30152476

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 24 Eanair 2011  

Record Crowd at AGM 

The AGM may have been later than usual but it was a highly successful and positive one with the biggest attendance ever at a Seán O’Heslin’s AGM. About 75 people attended.  It is a long time since we have seen so many trophies on display at an AGM with pride of place going to the Ladies Junior Championship trophy, won for the first time ever, the Boys under 14 Championship won for the first time since 1978 and the Junior C Championship won in dramatic fashion. Financially, it was a welcome relief to see some dent into the enormous debt on the pitch development. It cost about €90,000 to run the club last year and in addition our debt was reduced by about €30,000. Great credit is due to all of our fundraisers and these were all acknowledged in both Secretary’s and Treasurer’s reports. The reinstatement of the two main officers: Cathaoirleach and Rúnaí, only a week earlier, also lifted the cloud that was sprung on us by an ill-advised objection to our Féile win last summer. 

Officers for 2011 

Officers elected for 2011 were: Uachtarán: Hugh McTague Snr. Leas-Uachtaráin: P.J. Dolan, An tAthair S Ó Dubhthaigh, John Harte, George Price, Joe Gormley, Andy Duffy, Paddy Dolan, Sean Kavanagh, Tommy Moran, Gerry Mahon. Cathaoirleach: Peter Reynolds. Leas-Chathaoirleach: Michael Quinn.  Rúnaí: Patsy Connaughton. Rúnaí Cúnta, Alan Banks, Cisteoir: John D’Arcy. Cisteoir Cúnta: Ann Shanley. Cláiritheoir: Tommy Dolan, Cláiritheoir Cunta (Ladies) Aoife Smith. Oifigeach Árachais: Paddy O’Connor, Oifigeach Cultúir agus Teanga: To be appointed. Oifigeach Caidrimh Poiblí: Seán Ó Suilleabháin. Coiste: In addition to the main club Officers the following were elected to the Coiste: Tom Burns, Raymond McHugh, Diarmuid Keegan, Alan Banks, Adrian Smith, Paddy Prior. Under 21 member: Shane Moran. Under 21 Ladies: Katie Duignan. Three Assistant Secretaries for different sections were appointed: Men’s: Brian Cafferty, Ladies: Sarah McLoughlin, Coiste na nÓg: Damien Hamill. IT Officer: Paul McLoughlin 

Registration Day 

All players, adult, ladies and underage as well as general club members are advised that there will be a Club registration day on Saturday next. Proper registration is now an essential requirement and the days when a person can play for the club without being registered and their registration fee paid are long passed. To facilitate the immediate paying of registration, everyone is asked to come to the Park on Saturday next between 5.00 and 7.30pm. If you cannot get there, please ring Tommy Dolan at 087 8171587 and arrange to pay membership 

Meeting of Underage Parents and Mentors 

All parents and mentors and anyone interested in helping out at underage level from under 8 to minor, boys and girls, is asked to attend an underage meeting in the Clubrooms on Thursday 3^rd February at 9.00pm. There are a lot of teams, boys and girls, in the club and it would help greatly if more parents gave some help, even occasionally. Please come to the meeting. 

New Team Management

 

The club has a new senior team management for 2011. Brendan Burns takes over as Manager and Seamus Mullen as Trainer. Tributes were paid at the AGM to outgoing Team Manager Joe Honeyman who put in trojan efforts over the past few years.  

The Cannaboe Liúdramáns 

Just two weeks to go and the Liúdramáns are practicing furiously. We are asking everyone to spread the word and if you are into Facebook let all your friends know it is coming up. It will be on stage in Ballinamore Community Centre on Friday11th, Saturday 12^th and Sunday 13^th February. Performances each night will start at 8.30 and as big crowds are expected, booking will be necessary. You can book you seat by ringing 087 9173185. Tickets booked in this way must be collected each night by 8.15, as seats cannot be held after that. Admission is €10. This is a fund-raising project for the Park Development, so apart from enjoying yourself, you will be helping to reduce club debt. 

Game in Park on Sunday 

Leitrim play Mayo in the FBD League in the Park on Sunday at 2.00. The usual stewards are asked to attend. 

Ladies Junior Club Player of the Year

Comhghairdeas to Kirby Gilgunn on being selected as Junior Club Player of the Year. Kirby starred on the Sean O’Heslin Junior team which won the Junior Championship in 2010. The award will be presented at the Co Board Dinner Dance on Friday next. As Shane Moran will aso be getting the Minor Player of the Year it is hoped there will be a big contingent there from the club

Good Wishes 

The club extends best wishes to one of our finest lady footballers, Deborah Gilheaney, who was in hospital recently. 

Comhghairdeas 

Congratulations to John Creamer, Castleroggy who was among the winners at the Young Scientist awards recently. 

Comhbhrón 

Sympathy is expressed to the O’Hara and Meehan Families on the death of Bertie O’Hara’s mother. In common with GAA clubs worldwide Seán O’Heslins has sent messages of sympathy to the Harte and McAreevy families on the tragic death of Michaela Harte/McAreevy. Go ndéana Dia trócaire orthu. 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn sa Heritage Bar. Pota Óir €2,800. Winners of prizes for those present last Monday: €40: Josie Cryan. Buidéal uisce beatha ó Freddie: Martina Farry  €40 an duine: Christopher McNiffe, Church St, Celine Charles, Aughavas, Brendan McGowan, Ardrum, Fr Michael Kelly, Church St, frank Culkin, Carracastle, Co Mayo. Uimhreacha: 45613027

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 17 Eanair 2011  

 Club AGM 

Our AGM takes place on this Saturday 22 January at 7.00pm in the Clubrooms. A lot has happened over the past year, both on and off the pitch. A lot of titles were won, probably more than for many years. Fundraising was top of the agenda. How are we fairing and what are the plans for the coming year? It is essential that all players, mentors, supporters and everyone connected with the club attends this AGM. We ask everyone with an interest in the club, young and old, men and women, involved or on the fringes, don’t miss this meeting. 

The Cannaboe Liúdramáns 

That’s the name decided on for the comedy group that will hit the stage in Ballinamore Community Centre on Friday11th, Saturday 12^th and Sunday 13^th February. They are promising patrons a great night of traditional comedy, with a variety of acts that will have you in stitches. Performances each night will start at 8.30 and booking will be necessary. You can book you seat by ringing 087 9173185. Admission is €10.   

Officers reinstated 

The good news ahead of our AGM is that our Cathaoirleach and Rúnaí have been reinstated. Their suspensions were lifted by the Central Council on Saturday last. Sin deireadh an scéil. 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn sa Commercial. Pota Óir €2,750. Winners of prizes for those present last Monday: €40: Aodán Mac Samhráin. Buidéal uisce beatha ó Bobby Joe’s: Mary Harte  €40 an duine: Mick Rock, Elphin, Padraig Seosamh Mac Lochlainn, John Creamer, Stradermot, Breda Sweeney, Longstone, Áine McWeeney, Longstone. Uimhreacha: 74563012

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 10 Eanair 2011  

 

Club AGM 

Our AGM is fixed for Saturday week 22 January at 7.00pm in the Clubrooms. It is essential that all players, mentors, supporters and everyone connected with the club attend this AGM 

Comedy Show – 4 weeks to go 

Our Comedy Show will be on stage in four weeks time. The name of the show will be decided on shortly and it will be on stage in Ballinamore Community Centre on Friday 11, Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 February. It will also be staged at other venues in the County. It promises to be a hilarious night’s entertainment with traditional comedy at its best. Tell all of your friends and acquaintances that it is coming up. More information next week. 

Irish Conversation Nights 

If you want to practise and improve your Irish, the annual Ciorcal Comhrá will take place in the Library every Tuesday at 8.30pm. There are groups for different levels from beginners to advanced. Admission free. 

Scór na nÓg 

We had no winners at the County Scór na nÓg Finals in Manorhamilton on Sunday last. We were represented in Rince Foirne, Rince Seit, Nuachleas and Trath na gCeist.

Many thanks to all our competitors and to those who prepared our teams. It is interesting to note that this is the first year since 1987 that we came away from a County Scór na nÓg Finals without winning anything. On the otherhand, we had the highest number of entries this year of any Leitrim club, so it wasn’t for lack of participation. Many of our competitors this year were very young and in Scór for the first time. 

Hastings Cup in the Park 

Leitrim play Fermanagh in the Park on Saturday next at 2.00 in the under 21 Hastings Cup. Stewards required. 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon buaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Bobby Joe’s. Pota Óir €2,700. Winners of prizes for those present last Monday: €40: Tom Burns. Voucher for Smyth’s Siopa Óil: Margie McLoughlin. €40 an duine: Malachy McKiernan, Kildorragh, Marie O’Connor, Killaneen, Brid Farrelly, Ardrum, John McWeeney, Longstone, Hugh Patrick Prior c/o Christopher McNiffe. . Uimhreacha: 41237605

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 3 Eanair 2011  

Pictures of our team which won the 2010 Under 16 Championship are now posted on the New Pictures pages. Apologies for their not appearing earlier

New Year Draw 

Our New Year’s draw was a wonderful success with sales up 20% on last year. This is a huge boost to the club in these difficult financial times for club and country. Prior’s was also packed as usual for the draw and it was really the final event in town for the Christmas season. A small number of people made a really special effort to boost sales and the main sellers again were: P J McLoughlin, Brid Sullivan, Philip Farrelly, and Raymond McHugh. However, one must also thank sincerely the many others who contributed greatly to the sale of tickets. The club is indebted to all of them. The main co-ordinator of the draw was Brid Sullivan, who also put a huge effort into making it a success. Thanks also to everyone who bought a ticket. Míle buíochas also to Gay Prior who sponsored the €1,000 second prize. The level of debt is sometimes daunting and maybe some people do not fully realise the effort that is, and will be, required to clear the debt. However, nights like Sunday last give all great hope. 

Draw Winners 

The €3,000 prize was won by Síne Cryan, Kiltymooden (Seller Mark Dolan), €1,000 won by Rosaleen Joyce Snr, Anvil Court (Seller Séamus McTague), €100 each: Kevin Whitney, Drumlish (Seller John Prior), James McWeeney and Ann Craddock (Seller James McWeeney), Pauline McCartin, Tarmon (Seller Joseph McTague), Clodagh Dolan (Seller David Dolan), Benny Connolly, Drumreilly (Seller Philip Murphy), Stephen Wrynn, Drumharkin (Philip Farrelly and Raymond McTague), Brian McTague, Ballymoe (Seller Séamus McTague), C/E Staff, Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin (Seller Bríd Sullivan), Gráinne O’Mahony (Seller Shane Harte), Tommy Smyth, Church St (Seller Ciaran Smyth) 

Christmas visitors 

There were a lot of visitors around over the Christmas. Ronan Sharpley was very pleased with his fund-raising functions on the Tuesday when he set to raise funds for projects he is involved in El Salvador. His brother Finnian was also home from Australia. Finnian plays football with the St Finbarr’s club in Perth. Another man who was home was Brendan Wisley. Brendan was in Prior’s at the draw on Sunday night and headed for the airport straight from Prior’s on route to Singapore. Indeed he may well be the first person to read these notes as he usually sees them before anyone in Ireland due to the time difference.  

County game in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin 

Leitrim play Mayo in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin on Sunday next in the FBD League at 2pm. Stewards will be required. 

Irish Conversation Nights 

If you want to practise and improve your Irish, the annual Ciorcal Comhrá will begin in the Library on Tuesday next 11 February at 8.30pm. There are groups for different levels from beginners to advanced. Admission free. 

Scór na nÓg 

We will be involved in four items in the Scór na nÓg finals in Manorhamilton on Sunday next: Rince Foirne, Nuachleas, Trath na gCeist and Rince Seit. 

Comhghairdeas  

Comhghairdeas to Tomás McWeeney and Elaine McCormack who got married on Friday last and to Karen Sweeney and Declan McCauley who also got married on Friday. 

Comhbhrón 

Sympathy to the Prior Family, Aghadark on the death of Tommy Prior on Monday last. 

Best Wishes 

Best wishes to James Dooner who is back home again after a spell in hospital. 

Lotto 

Ní raibh aon buaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Smyth’s Siopa Óil. Pota Óir €2,650. Winners of prizes for those present last Monday: €40: Noel Sweeney. Buidéal Uisce beatha ó Gay Prior: Tom Burns. €40 an duine: Patrick Prior, Lecken, Tommy Gilheaney, Aughaleague, Padraig Seosamh MacLochlainn, Darren Creamer, Lahard, Séamas Mac Murchaidh. Uimhreacha: 63402751

TOP SELLERS IN THE CHRISTMAS DRAW  2010/2011

 

NAME		TKTS SOLD
McLoughlin	PJ	217
Sullivan	Brid	70
Wrynn	Adrian	60
Harte	John	42
Farrelly	Philip	40
McHugh	Philip	38
Sullivan	Ruairi	37
Kavanagh	Sean	33
Connaughton	Patsy	31
Darcy	John	30
Prior	Gay	29
Maxwell	Ciaran	28
Cassidy	Tommy	27
Dolan	Tommy	26
Creamer	Mona	24
McTague	Seamus	24
Price	George	24
McWeeney	John	24
Burns	Tom	23
Sharpley	Walter	23
Banks	Alan	22
Mahon	Gerry	22
Moran	Tommy	21
Burns	Brendan	19
McIntyre	Gerry	19
Dolan	Joe	18
Creamer	Sean	18
Fanning	Michael	16
Prior	John	16
Quinn	Michael	16
Gallogly	Dan	15
Gormley	Niall	15
Honeyman	Olly	15
Logan	Ray	15
McNiffe	Christopher	14
Prior	Alan	14
Smith	Jim	14
Smyth	Gary	14
Cafferty	James	13
Dolan	David	13
Harte	Conor	13
O’Rourke	Rory	13
Prior	Paddy	13
McGourty	Paddy	12
Duffy	Andy	12
Martin	Camillus	12
McKiernan	Patrick	12
McWeeney	Tomas	12
O’Connor	Paddy	12
Smith	Catherine	12
Smyth	Ciaran	12
McHugh	Raymond	12
Duignan	Francis	11
Kellett	Jason	11
Ralph	Andy	11
Brennan	Gavan	10
Harte	Shane	10
Reynolds	Sean	10
Hamill	Damien	10

SOLD IN PAIRS
Philip Farrelly  & Raymond McHugh		128
Brid  Sullivan & Raymond McHugh		13
Brid  Sullivan & Paddy O Connor		12
Peter Reynolds & Patsy Connaughton		12
John McWeeney & Philip McHugh		9