Scéalta na Seachtaine- 20 Nollaig 2010

 

 Disco

The big Foam Disco scheduled for this Thursday night in Ballinamore Community Centre has been cancelled due to the weather and will now take place on Wednesday next, 29 December.

New Year Draw

Our big Annual New Year draw is on Sunday week next 2 January in Priors Lounge. The first prize is for €3,000 with a second prize of €1,000 sponsored by Prior’s, High St. There are also 10 prizes of €100 each. Tickets are €20 each and you can buy 3 tickets for €50. Some sellers are doing wonderful work door-to-door in very difficult weather conditions. We ask all of our sellers to do their very best.

AGM

 

Our AGM will not take place until after Christmas, possibly on the weekend of 15-16 January

 

Play football for El Salvador

 

Ronan Sharpley is back in Ballinamore after spending 2 years working among the poor in El Salvador. He will be going back again in January and he is asking the support of his former comrades on Ballinamore football teams in a fun-game on Tuesday 28 December in the Park. The game will feature the Townies v Culchies and his brother Finnian is also home from Australia and he will captain the Culchies. There will also be a get-together in Ní Fhionn’s on Tuesday night. Details of Ronan’s work in El Salvador can be seen in this week’s Leitrim Observer. Ronan and Finnian were the two biggest losses to our senior squad since the recession set in, in 2008. However, it is great to see that Ronan is doing great work in one of the world’s poorest regions and we would ask all players and supporters to support Ronan’s fundraising event, in the Park on Tuesday next at 1.30pm

Lotto na Nollag

There was a great crowd in Smyth’s Siopa Ól on Monday night as the temperatures outside were minus ten at least. As usual it was a great social occasion with great food provided by Ciaran and Cathy. Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir. The winners of the various prizes were: €50 for on-line players: Evelyn McHugh, Creevy. €100 sponsored by Ciaran and Cathy Smyth: Francis Duignan, Main St. €50 each: Sharon Sweeney and John Harte. Bottle of wine sponsored by Patrick McKiernan: Gerada Burns. €100 each: Graham Flynn, Ardrum, Padraig Prior, Tully, Joe Murphy, Brian Banks, Willowfield Rd, Joe Mulvey, Killaneen. €50 each: Fran Berry, Kilcullen, Co Kildare, Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin (on -line winner), Lisa Dolan, Ardmoneen, Gene Moran, Geraldine McDonagh, Lahard, Fiona Cafferty, Tarmon, Joey Smith, Hugh St, Sharon Maxwell, Dromore. Lotto ar an Luan, 4 Eanáir i Priors. Pota Óir €2,600. Uimhreacha ar an Luan 03526714

Comhghairdeas

Congratulations to Michael and Jennie McTague, Drumrane on the birth of their son Jacob. This is also a grandson for Jackie.

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 13 Nollaig 2010

Lotto na Nollaig

Our big Christmas Lotto takes place on Monday next in Smyth’s Siopa Ól. Beidh slua mhór ann, as usual. It is one of the big pre-Christmas nights in the town and there will be at least €1,000 in prizes, plus sponsored prizes. So, start your Christmas early. If you have never been to our Lotto on a Monday night you are missing one of the best social events of the week in Ballinamore. The Christmas one is even better.

Scór na nÓg

 

We were very well represented in Scór na nÓg on Friday and Saturday last; in fact we had the biggest representation of any Leitrim club with 13 different items taking part. We qualified for the finals in Rince Foirne (Team B), Rince Seit (Team A), Nuachleas and Trath na gCeist (Team B). Those taking part were as follows: Figure Dance: Team B. Alison Sweeney, Niamh McGourty, Margot Delpech, Katie Cullen, Emily Sweeney, Lisa Maguire, Francis Farry, Róisín McHugh.  Team A: Elaoishe Martin, Maeve Hamill, Leah Sweeney, Abbey Sweeney, Laoise Moran, Jolie McGovern, Grace Wrynn, Aideen Murphy. Amhránaíocht Aonair: Niamh Flynn and Daire Reynolds: Ceol: Abbey Sweeney, Laoise Moran, Claire McLoughlin. Aithriseoireacht: Cait Connaughton. Trath na gCeist: Team B: Kevin Banks, Jack Cullen, Jack Bagge. Team C: Brian Banks, Conor Maxwell, Donal Feely. Team A: Peter Reynolds, Patrick Connaughton Oisín McCaffrey. Team D: Daniel Gallagher, Dean McGovern, Conor Moran. Nuachleas: Cait Connaughton, Grace Wrynn, Doireann McManus, Euan McManus,  Michaela Harte, Aileen Flynn, Patrick Connaughton, Alannah Smyth. Rince Seit, Team A:            Alison Sweeney, Niamh McGourty, Margot Delpech, Katie Cullen, Emily Sweeney, Lisa Maguire, Francis Farry, Elaoishe Martin. Team B Maeve Hamill, Leah Sweeney, Shaneen McGovern, Doireann McManus, Laoise Moran, Jolie McGovern, Grace Wrynn, Aideen Murphy.

Buíochas

Many thanks to all who helped at Scór on Saturday, our stewards, those who helped in the kitchen, in the shop, on the door and thanks too to our mentors who prepared the different groups for the competitions. Míle buíochas.

New Year Draw

We would ask all of our sellers to sell as many tickets as possible as possible before Christmas. This annual draw is our biggest fund-raiser of the year and we depend heavily on it. Please do you best in the next couple of weeks.

 

Lotto

 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan. Lotto na Nollaig ar an Luan seo chugainn sa Siopa Ól. Pota Óir €2,600. Winners of prizes for those present last Monday: €40, Tom Burns, Buidéal uisce beatha ó David McCabe: Gearóid Ó Mathúna. €40 an duine. Adrian Smith, High St, Rita O’Rourke, Corraleehan, Gerard Farry, Lahard, Liam Kelleher, Aughnasheelin, Aidan McGovern, Tráthnóna. Uimhreacha: 02415376

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 6 Nollaig 2010

Christmas Draw

 

We would ask our sellers to return ticket as soon as they are sold. This is to allow us to establish where tickets have been sold and to ensure that all areas are covered. Please return tickets to Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin or Anne Shanley. The draw will be in Gay Prior’s on Sunday 2 January

 

Scór na nÓg

 

Scór na nÓg was cancelled last weekend. It is now refixed for this weekend with Ballinamore the venue on Saturday starting at 4.00pm

 

Comedy Show coming up

 

Seán O’Heslins have been entertaining Scór audiences for the past 20 years with superb Scór acts, so much so that they are the leading club in Ireland when it comes to winning Scór All Ireland’s in Novelty Act.  Some of these Scór stalwarts are now working on a big Comedy Show which will be staged at different venues next February/March. It promises to be a hilarious show like you have never seen in Ballinamore nor indeed in Leitrim. Spread the word, its coming in two months time.

 

Minor Player of the Year

 

Comhghairdeas to Shane Moran who has been selected as County Minor Footballer of the Year.

 

Underage Reports required

 

Alan Banks, acting rúnaí, is now working on the annual report and he is asking all underage mentors to send him their annual account of activities immediately.

 

Charity Football match

 

Ronan Sharpley has spent the last two years working in poor areas of El Salvador. He will be home for the Christmas and he plans to have a football match in the Park: Culchies v Townies on Tuesday 28 December. This is to raise funds for the wonderful work he is doing in El Salvador. More details later.

 

Comhghairdeas

 

Comhghairdeas to Gavin Brennan and Louise on the birth of their daughter Grace. Also congratulations to Aidan Harte and Alison on the birth of a son who is called after the grandfather, John.

 

Lotto

 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn sa Poor Scholar. Pota Óir €2,550. Winners of prizes for those present last Monday: €40, Tommy Dolan, High St. €25 ó Frank Flynn: Francis Duignan, Main St. €40 an duine. Rose Fanning, Ardrum, Mary Harte, Lahard, Muireann Nic Gabhann, Glennan Beg Ollie Cull, Aughnasheelin, Pat Murray, Killaneen. Uimhreacha: 62135704

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 29 Samhain 2010

 Christmas Draw

 

We would ask our sellers to return ticket as soon as they are sold. This is to allow us to establish where tickets have been sold and to ensure that all areas are covered. Please return tickets to Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin or Anne Shanley. The draw will be in Gay Prior’s on Sunday 2 January

 

Scór na nÓg

 

Scór na nÓg is on in the Community Centre on this Sunday starting at 3.00pm. The club will be represented in all eight events.

 

Club History on DVD

 

We were asked lately if there are copies still available of the DVD brought out for the 125 anniversary of the club. There are a few for sale in the Genealogy Centre and Philip Murphy’s. They would be nice for Christmas presents for anyone from Ballinamore or anyone interested in the town and club.

 

Bás Johnny Kellett

 

Sympathy is extended to the Kellett Family, Kiltymooden on the death of Johnny Kellett last weekend. Johnny’s son, Jason, was captain of our Junior team which won the Junior C Championship just a few weeks ago. Johnny’s sister, Florrie, is also very active in promoting Scór and Scór na nÓg in Fermanagh. Go ndéana Dia trócaire air.

 

Lotto

 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Pat Joe’s. Pota Óir €2,500. Winners of prizes for those present last Monday: €40, Paddy O’Connor (on-line winner). Buidéal Uisce Beatha ó Gordon Hughes: Aodhán Mac Samhráin. €40 an duine. Noel Gallagher, Boxmore, Brid Sullivan, Aghadark, Terence Boyle, Aughnasheelin, Martina Duffy, Gaybrook, Mullingar, Patsy Creamer, Lahard. Uimhreacha: 16752034

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 22 Samhain 2010

 Christmas Draw

 

We would ask our loyal sellers who do great work each year, to endeavour to sell as many tickets as possible and we would like to complement the group of sellers who are doing door-to-door sales. The draw will be in Gay Prior’s on Sunday 2 January

 

Scór na nÓg

 

Scór na nÓg is less than two weeks away and practice is continuing for all events. The club will be represented in all eight events and two and three items in some of them.

 

 

Bás Fr Paddy O’Rourke

 

The death took place last week in England of Fr Paddy O’Rourke, who was born in the old railway gatehouse at the Tully crossing. Like many Ballinamore men who went abroad Fr Paddy never left Cannaboe in spirit and he had a continuing interest in the football happenings both at local and national level. Paddy returned home every summer until last summer when illness prevented him from travelling. Paddy played underage football for Ballinamore and he was a member of the Ballinamore Minor team which won the 1949 Minor Championship. In fact he scored the winning goal. We are told he had a unique way of doing a solo run: he use to tap the ball on his knee rather than solo with the foot. We wonder if the rules would allow that now. He wrote many articles on football for the Leitrim yearbooks edited by Tommy Moran. His late brother Tony played senior football for Ballinamore and played County Minor football also. Fr Paddy was a member of the Claretian Order (CMF) in England and died there last week. He is survived by his brother Seán and sister Sr. Sarah

 

Missing attachment for Sprayer

 

There is a new knapsack sprayer in the store in the stand and the handle and nozzle are missing for some time. We presume someone took a loan of it and forgot to bring it back. We would be glad if it could be returned.

 

Missing Jerseys

 

There are tow jerseys missing from the Senior set, Nos 20 and 25. These may be missing since the tour of the town following the Junior C Celebrations. If you have either please give to Alan Banks.

 

Lotto

 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan. Ar an Luan seo chugainn beidh an Lotto don chéad uair i Ní Fhionn’s. Pota Óir €2,450. Winners of prizes for those present last Monday: €40, Philip McHugh. Buidéal Uisce Beatha ó Liam Mac Fhearghail: Josie Cryan. €40 an duine. Thomas McLoughlin (On line winner), Monica Clyne, Lahard, Joey Smith, High St, John Ryan, Castleroggy, Berni McGovern, Tonlegee. Uimhreacha: 35461720

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 15 Samhain 2010

 Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine

The Connacht Club Junior Hurling Final between St Mary’s, Carrick on Shannon and Barna/Na Forbacha, Galway will take place in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin on Sunday at 2.00. Best of luck to Leitrim representatives, St Mary’s in the Final.

Sean Sammon Tournament

Ballinamore Sean O’Heslins won the Sean Sammon Tournament at the weekend. On Saturday they beat Allen Gaels and then beat Ballinaglera in the semi-final. They beat Aughnasheelin in the Final. Our thanks to Aughnasheelin for having us participate in this Tournament.

Christmas Draw

 

Tickets are now being distributed for our annual Christmas draw. Tickets are still €20 each but this year you can get three for €50. We would ask our loyal sellers who do great work each year, to endeavour to sell as many as possible and to start working on them early. The draw will be in Gay Prior’s on Sunday 2 January

 

Scór na nÓg

 

Scór na nÓg is just three weeks away and Brid Sullivan would like to hear from any boys or girls who wish to take part in any of the events.

 

Annual Report

 

Acting Rúnaí, Alan Banks, is asking all managers of teams and other officers to send him their report on the year’s activities for the Annual Report. Also, to repeat message of last week, he will soon be sending out the Annual Report for 2010 and it would save postage and a lot of work if club members could supply their e-mail address to Alan and he could then send out the report by e-mail. We gave the wrong e-mail address for Alan last week, it should have been info@cacamilis.com

 

Lotto

 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i McGirls. Pota Óir €2,400. Winners of prizes for those present last Monday: €40, Padraig Seosamh Mac Lochlainn. Buidéal Uisce Beatha ó Ossie Costello: Séamus Mac Murchaidh. €40 an duine. Cormac Ó Suilleabháin, Athlone, Patsy Creamer, Lahard, Gerard Farry, Lahard, Brendan Burke, Kilmore, Co Roscommon, Bríd Sullivan, Aghadark. Uimhreacha: 23456071

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 8 Samhain 2010

 Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine

The Division I League Final between Glencar/Manorhamilton and Annaduff will be played in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin on Saturday at 3.00pm. Stewards will be needed for the usual jobs. Please let Alan Banks know if available. Our seniors play in the Sean Sammon Memorial Tournament in Aughnasheelin on Saturday at 2.00 against Allen Gaels.

Junior Team Celebrates

The Junior team which won the Junior C Championship will celebrate on next Saturday night in Ní Fhionn’s with a viewing of the DVD of the Final against Drumreilly. Players, supporters etc are welcome. Finger food will be provided. The showing of the DVD will start at 8.30, followed by music by Darren Sweeney

 

Scór na mBunscoileanna

 

Well done to both Scoil Bhríd Naofa and Scoil Naomh Pádraig who were well represented in Scór na mBunscoileanna on Friday last. Scoil Bhríd Naofa had a wonderful representation with 15 items in all. They had a Rince Foirne, Two quiz teams, two in Amhranaíocht Aonair, two recitations, two solo dances, two novelty acts, one solo music, one ballad group and two sets. Scoil Bhríd Naofa won the overall Cormac McGill Shield for their participation level as no other club had as high an entry. The Shield was presented by Ailbhe McGill to Eilish O’Dell, Príomh Oide na scoile. The Boys school also had two Novelty Acts and one quiz team. Overall a wonderful representation from the local schools. Míle buíochas to the teachers and parents involved.

 

Christmas Draw

 

Tickets are now being distributed for our annual Christmas draw. Tickets are still €20 each but this year you can get three for €50. We would ask our loyal sellers who do great work each year, to endeavour to sell as many as possible and to start working on them early. The draw will be in Gay Prior’s on Sunday 2 January

 

E-Mail addresses

 

Acting Rúnaí, Alan Banks,  will soon be sending out the Annual Report for 2010. It would save postage and a lot of work if club members could supply their e-mail address to Alan and he could then send out the report by e-mail. Please e-mail Alan with address at cacamilis@eircom.net

 

Club meeting

 

Meeting re motions and nominations for Co Convention in Clubrooms on Friday at 8.00

 

Lotto

 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Lawrences. Pota Óir €2,400. Winners of prizes for those present last Monday: €40, Séamus Mac Murchaidh. €25 ó Jackie: Christopher McNiffe. €40 an duine. Alan Prior, Lahard, Philip Farrelly, Ardrum, Ollie Moran, Castleroggy, Aindrias Ó Dubhthaigh, Aidan McGovern, Tráthnóna. Uimhreacha: 14576032

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 1 Samhain 2010

Dramatic victory in Junior C Final

It is a while since the club has had such a dramatic victory in any game, least of all a county final, but on Saturday last we stole victory from the jaws of defeat. A week earlier we lost two games we could have won, but on Saturday we won a game we should have lost. However, it was great to win a championship with our last game of the year and it made up somewhat for the disappointment of the previous weekend. This was fairytale stuff as Drumreilly deservedly led by two points with about 4 minutes of extra time played. There had been a lot of stoppages so 5 to 6 minutes extra was expected. Team managers Michael Quinn and Adrian Murphy sent in two subs, Éamon Walsh and Cormac Ó Suilleabháin, with time virtually up and whether they were inspired substitutions or not, the two of them scored a goal each within two minutes and Drumreilly did not know what hit them, and hadn’t time to recover.

We played poorly in the first half and Drumreilly led by 1-5 to 0-5 with Sean McCartin scoring two frees, Philip Farrelly pointing another free and points from Stephen McTague and Gordon Hughes. It wasn’t looking great as Drumreilly had missed a good few chances. In the second half, Philip Farrelly came up to take a few long range frees which didn’t reach their target but then one of them reached Stephen McTague who deflected it to the net. This revived us and Adrian Gallogly got a good point and then a great goal to put us 2-6 to 1-5 ahead. Drumreilly came back and got two points to leave just one in it, when Sean McCartin scored an opportunist goal with a great effort. We were five points up and looking good. Then Drumreilly took over and played great football, scoring seven points without reply. It was 1-14 to 3-6 to Drumreilly and it looked as good as over, when the substitutions were made. Then Cormac Ó Suilleabháin finished to the net and a minute later, Éamon Walsh did all the work himself and buried it into the net. It ended 5-6 to 1-14. Amazingly we had scored 5-1 in the second half and won by four. The trophy was presented to our captain Jason Kellett by Leas-Chathaoirleach, Hubie Reynolds.

Foireann: Philip Farrelly (0-1), Freddie Walsh, Neil Hughes, Gavin Brennan, Naoise Hayden, Kevin Prior, Francis Dolan, Jason Kellett, Joseph Murphy, Gordon Hughes (0-1), Ciaran Murray, Stephen McTague (1-1), Michael Costello, Adrian Gallogly (1-1), Sean McCartin (1-2). Subs: Enda Quinn for Francis Dolan, Éamon Walsh (1-0) for Michael Costello, Cormac Ó Suilleabháin (1-0) for Sean McCartin: Other subs: Alan Prior, Daryl McFarland, Séamus Donnelly, Adrian Murphy..

See photographs of team in Recent Pictures Section

Amazing resurrection of our third team

This was an extraordinary year for our third team. They played in Division 5 of the league which had 13 teams. They ended up in second last position, with only Eslin beneath them and Eslin conceded most of their games. O’Heslins are credited with four points on the table, but two of those came from a walk-over from Eslin. In fact O’Heslin’s only victory was against St Osnatts.  In the process we gave three walk-overs ourselves. The turn-out for games was bad, but this victory should tell us that with any little effort we could win Division 5 next year. Don’t forget that lads when your mentors are sending those texts next spring. Our last Junior C Championship victory was in 1999 when we beat Aughawillan in the Final.

Scór na mBunscoileanna

 

Scór na mBunscoileanna takes place in Ballinamore Community Centre this Friday starting at 6.00. Both Boys’ and Girls’ schools will be involved.

 

Christmas Draw

 

Tickets are now being distributed for our annual Christmas draw. Tickets are still €20 each but this year you can get three for €50. We would ask our loyal sellers who do great work each year, to endeavour to sell as many as possible and to start working on them early. The draw will be in Gay Prior’s on Sunday 2 January

Sean O’Heslin’s Ladies

Tickets for the Leitrim Ladies County fundraiser are available from all Sean O’Heslins Ladies players.  The draw takes place November 19th. Tickets are €10 each or three tickets for €20.

Comhghairdeas to Kilglass Gaels

Comhghairdeas to Kilglass Gaels who put a wonderful effort into winning the Kelloggs Field of Dreams competition.

Buíochas

Many thanks to all our stewards, kitchen staff, shop staff etc who helped on Sunday last in the Park, also all our Lotto Sellers who sold on the day. Míle buíochas

Lotto

 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Jackie’s. Pota Óir €2,350. Winners of prizes for those present last Monday: €40, Sean McNiffe. Two prizes of €20 each sponsored by Terry and Agnes Shortt: Walter Sharpley and John McWeeney €40 an duine: P J McNabola, Mohill, Patsy Creamer, Lahard, Claire Ward, Boyle, Evelyn McHugh, Creevy (This was an on-line winner), Seamus McLoughlin, Curragh West, Dunmore, Co Galway Uimhreacha: 13467520

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 25 Deireadh Fomhair 2010

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine

Junior C Championship Final replay against Drumreilly is on Saturday in Páirc Seán Mac Diarmada at 4.15. As this our last game of the year we ask all our supporters to be there.

There are two big games in the Park on Sunday. Eslin play Ballinameen in the Connacht Junior Championship and Aughawillan play Strokestown in the Connacht Intermediate Championship. A big crowd is expected so we ask all our stewards to lend a hand. Please text Alan Banks if you are available.

Senior Footballers relegated

It was a dismal weekend for the club and it started on Sunday when our seniors lost the relegation battle to Allen Gaels. This was a game we lost in the first half. We started badly and were down 0-3 to 0-0 very quickly. Our first score came after 15 minutes, a point from a free by David Duignan. By this stage we had hit five bad wides.  It was 0-4 to 0-2 when Allen Gaels got a fortunate goal against the run of play. Our best spell came after this and Shane Moran got a point and David Duignan pointed two frees. At half time it was 1-4 to 0-5 to Allen Gaels but the wides tally read 8 to 2 on our side. We really should have been leading. At one stage in the second half it was 1-6 to 0-8 with David Duignan pointing two frees and Paul Prior one from play. We gave away some silly frees and possession at this stage when it looked like we could take it. Allen Gaels got three points in a row. Wayne McKeon got two good points but the last two went to Allen Gaels as the reality of relegation became inevitable. Everyone tried there best but things didn’t go right for a lot of our players.  Nervousness and a lack of confidence played a part too. Most crucial of all were the missed chances in the first half.  It ended 1-11 to 0-10.

Foireann: Philip Farrelly, David Leyden, Paul McLoughlin, Patrick McLoughlin, David Duignan  (0-5f), Liam Ferguson, Ronan O’Rourke, Adrian Smith, Anton Arandelovic, Shane Murphy, Wayne McKeon (0-2), Ryan Gavin, Paul Prior (0-1) Shane Moran (0-1), Sean Murray (0-1), Subs: B Beirne S Moran, Anthony McTague for S Murray, Philip Murphy for Paul McLoughlin, James McWeeney for Paul Prior,

Return to Division II

Two years ago we were promoted to Division I after spending seven years in Division II. It is not for want of effort by Team Manager, Joe Honeyman or the panel of players, but we struggled both years in Division I, although it is where we would like to be. In Division I last year we were down towards the end of the table and weren’t safe until the very last game where, ironically, we beat Allen Gaels easily by 3-12 to 2-8. However, last year we won five games and drew one, out of eleven games. This year we won two and drew three. With a bit of luck we could have won any of the drawn games and, ironically, one of the teams we drew with, Annaduff, are now on the final. Fortunately we are still in the senior championship but lets hope our stay in Division II is short.

Under 21s Fall to St Manachan’s

The second installment of a dismal weekend came on Monday when Oughteragh Gaels lost to St Manachan’s in the under 21 semi-final. Looking at the under 21 grade, one is inclined to go back three years to the minor championship to look for form. Drumlea stole the minor championship three years ago from Oughteragh Gaels in the final. Having beaten Drumlea rather easily last weekend it was looking good for three-in-a-row ar under 21 level. However it wasn’t to be. As with Sean O’Heslins seniors on the Sunday, this game was kicked away in the first half. Oughteragh Gaels led by 3-2 to 1-7 at half time but they had eight wides to St Manachan’s one. That tells its own story. While the wides piled up Gaels were lucky enough to compensate with goals from Shane Murphy, Shane Moran and Brendan Mulvey. There were less scoring chances in the second half and two pointed frees from Brendan Mulvey and a point from Wayne McKeon was all Gaels got. However for a lot of the second half Oughteragh Gaels led by a point. With about five minutes left it was level and then St Manachan’s got a good goal. There was drama in the last minute as Shane Moran struck for goal and the goalie saved, the rebound went to Damien Gilheaney who shot narrowly wide. Try as they might Gaels could not get a further score. It ended 2-11 to 3-5

Foireann: Philip Farrelly (B), Paddy McManus (A), David Leyden (B), Joe Earley (A), Keith Boyle (A), Seán McWeeney (A), Enda Quinn (B), Brian Beirne (B) (0-1), Wayne McKeon (B) (0-1), Brendan Mulvey (A)(1-2), Shane Murphy (B) (1-0), Shane Moran (B) (1-1), Shane McWeeney (B), Damien Gilheaney (A) Fergal Earley (A). Subs John Fanning(B) for D Leyden

Disco – Halloween Extravaganza

For all the youths of the area there will be a Fancy Dress Disco in the Community Centre on this Friday from 9.30 to 12.30. D J Paul. Admission €10. Prizes for the Best Dressed. A great night not to be missed.

Scór na mBunscoileanna

 

Scór na mBunscoileanna takes place in Ballinamore Community Centre on Friday  week, 5 Nov starting at 6.00. Both Boys’ and Girls’ schools will be involved.

 

Missing Jersey

 

The number 15 jersey is missing from the “Leitrim Steel” set, which were used by the boys’ Minor footballers in the Spring. Please check you bags and we would appreciate its return. Please return it to Raymond McHugh.

 

Lotto

 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn sa Heritage Bar. Pota Óir €2,300. Winners of prizes for those present last Monday: €40, Séamus Mac Murchaidh. €40 an duine: Noel Reynolds, St Patrick’s Park, Carrick on Shannon, Joe Baxter, Corlough, Anne McKiernan, High St, Louise Conefrey, Drumlonan, Kevin Turbitt, Cannaboe. Winners of Children’s prizes: €20 Cáit Connaughton, €10 each: Kate Reynolds, Senan Harte, Conor Maxwell, Doireann McManus, Gavin Darcy, Shaneen McGovern. Uimhreacha: 31762045

 

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 18 Deireadh Fomhair 2010

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine

Seniors play crucial League fixture in the Park on Sunday at 2.00 against Allen Gaels. Under 21 semi-final is on Monday at 2.00 in Cloone against St Manachan’s.

Under 16 footballers win 13 a side Championship

This was a sweet victory in the 13 a side championship against Carrigallen played in warm sunshine on Sunday morning in Aughawillan. It was very special considering that many of this team were on the losing side in a best-forgotten final against Allen Gaels a year ago. Ballinamore got off to the start they needed with a long-range point from Peter Reynolds followed by the first of Mark McGrory’s three goals. Ballinamore gave an excellent display of controlled football in all areas of the pitch and especially in front of the goals. A gem of a goal scored by Cian McCaffrey half way through the half and points, two each from Dean McGovern and Mark McGrory and another from Cian McCaffrey left Ballinamore ahead by 2-6 to 0-3. Carrigallen got a goal just after half time but within two minutes Ballinamore had two more through Mark McGrory. Luke Murphy burst onto the scene with two more goals and a point near the end. Peter Reynolds, Dean McGovern, Mark McGrory and Jack Cullen got points leaving the final score at 6-11 to 1-7. While everyone played their parts, special mention must go to Keelan McHugh who hovered up everything that came his way. Great scenes of joy greeted Dan Gallogly’s presentation of the cup to inspirational captain, Mark McGrory.

Foireann: Fergal Curran, Conor Moran, Kevin Banks, Brian Leyden, Anthony Maguire, Keelan McHugh, Jack Cullen, Dean McGovern, Donal Feely, Mark McGrory, Peter Reynolds, Luke Murphy, Cian McCaffrey. Subs: Brian Banks, Cian Reynolds, Conor Maxwell, Jack Bagge, Billy Williams, Oisín McCaffrey, paddy Connaughton.

Ladies win Intermediate B Final

What a year it has been for the Ladies team!  Having already won the 9-a-side final and Junior B Championship, they finished off the year by winning the Intermediate B final. Under the management of Sean Reynolds the ladies have had a fantastic season and last Sunday was a prime example of what they are capable of.  Facing Bornacoola for the fourth time this year the girls knew they were in for a tough battle but a fantastic team display saw them win 3-13 to 1-7.  Despite missing Orla McWeeney and Claire Fanning due to injury, the O’ Heslin ladies showed what a strong panel they have as they still dominated in every area of the field.  Team: Carol O’ Connor, Lynda Harte (captain), Áine Martin, Katie Duignan (0-1), Kirby Gilgunn, Emma O’ Dell, Sarah Mc Loughlin (1-5), Ciara O’ Dowd (1-1), Michelle Fanning (0-2), Deborah Gilheaney, Laura O’ Dowd (0-2), Niamh Smith, Leighann Gallagher (1-1).  Aisling Flaherty, Gillian Leyden, Catherine Smith, Aoife Smith, Paula Kelleher, Orla McWeeney, Claire Fanning. This has been without doubt the best year yet for ladies football in the club, with titles also won at underage level. It was especially pleasing for team manager Sean Reynolds who soldiered for many years when nothing was won.

County Board Fundraiser:

 Tickets are available from all members of the Ladies team.  Tickets are €10 each or three for €20.  Draw takes place 29th October.  30% of the tickets sold will go to our Club so please support. Can all tickets please be returned to Áine Martin or Sarah Mc Loughlin by this Friday 22nd October?

Congratulations:

Happy 21st birthday to Kirby Gilgunn from all the girls!  Enjoy the celebrations!

Under 21s beat Drumlea

Oughteragh Gael beat Drumlea in the quarter final of the under 21 Championship on Sunday last. It was a comprehensive victory although both teams were missing some players through injury. The game went Gaels way from the very start. Although playing against the wind, they got six points before Drumlea got their first point. By half time it was 0-9 to 0-3. Drumlea got the first point in the second half but then Brendan Mulvey went on a great run through the middle, passed to Brian Beirne at the corner of the square, Brian passed back to Brendan again and he finished to the net for a great goal, and that was really that. Drumlea did get two late goals but it was never going to matter at that stage. It finished 1-21 to 2-6. It certainly banished the ghosts of a black weekend for Oughteragh Gaels three years ago. In the Minor Final in 2007 Oughteragh Gaels were hot favourites but on a desperate wet day it all turned to disaster. Garadice Gaels won by 1-5 to 1-4 and to make matters worse Oughteragh Gaels went out demoralized the next day and lost to Drumkeerin in the Under 21 Championship. Two titles were let slip in two days. There were no slip-ups on Sunday.

Foireann: Philip Farrelly (B), Paddy McManus (A), David Leyden (B), Paul Earley (A), Joe Earley (A), Seán McWeeney (A) (0-1), Neil Hughes (B), Shane Moran (B) (0-3), Wayne McKeon (B) (0-3), Keith Boyle (A) (0-2), Shane Murphy (B) (0-1), Brendan Mulvey (A)(1-3,2f), Shane McWeeney (B)(0-4,2f), Brian Beirne (B) (0-1), Fergal Earley (A) (0-1). Subs Damien Gilheaney (A) (0-2) for B Beirne, Enda Quinn (B) for J Earley, Éamon Walsh (B) for Fergal Earley, Colm McGirl (A) for S Murphy

Seniors Lose to St Mary’s

It certainly has been a difficult year for our seniors and last Saturday’s game was a difficult assignment. To lose by two points to St Mary’s would normally count as a good performance and it was a good performance too, but it highlights our poor results earlier against lesser opposition. We are now in a shoot-out against Allen Gaels on Sunday at 2.00. Last Saturday’s game was close all through and it ended 0-11 to 0-9 for St Mary’s.

Foireann: Denis Dolan, Shane Ferguson, Paul McLoughlin, Patrick McLoughlin, David Duignan, Liam Ferguson, David Leyden, Adrian Smith, Anton Arandelovic (0-1), Shane Murphy, Sean Murray (0-1), Shane Moran (0-1), Paul Prior (0-4f), Ryan Gavin (0-1), Wayne McKeon. Subs Philip Farrelly for D Dolan, B Beirne for A Arandelovic, Ronan O’Rourke for S Murray, Anthony McTague for R Gavin.

Under 13 Blitz

There will be a regional blitz in Aughawillan on Saturday at 11.00. A team called Yellow River Gaels, comprising players from Ballinamore, Aughnasheelin, Aughawillan and Drumreilly will take part.

Comhghairdeas

Congratulations to Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin and Alex Dalton who were married in Loughduff, Mullahoran on Friday last.

Plaques for Display in Clubhouse 

Over the years the club has been presented with plagues, mementos and other items on the occasion of visits to other clubs or when a visiting team arrived to Ballinamore. It is proposed to put all of these in an appropriate place on the walls of the clubrooms. Many of these items are in the Co Library but if anyone has any further such items that they would like to give for display, we would be glad to get them now so as to disperse them all properly on a wall at the same time. Please contact Seán Ó Suilleabháin if you have anything of that nature.

 

Scór na mBunscoileanna

 

Preparations are in hand for Scór na mBunscoileanna and there will be a heat in Ballinamore on Friday week 5 November. Both Boys’ and Girls’ schools will be involved

 

Lotto in the Park

 

Next weekend’s Lotto will be in the Clubrooms in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin on Sunday night at 9.00pm. The “Lotto on the Park” is very popular and we ask parents, underage players, mentors etc who cannot usually get to the Lotto on a Monday night to come on Sunday evening. Tea, sandwiches etc will be available and anyone who can bring sandwiches or a tart will be especially welcome.

 

Lotto

 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan. Lotto ar an Domhnach seo chugainn sa Chlub-sheomra sa Pháirc ag 9.00pm. Winners of prizes for those present last Monday: €40, Miley McKeon. Buidéal vodka ón Commercial: Séamas MacMurchaidh. €40 and duine: Adrian Smith, High St, Shane Creamer, Lahard, Lorna Spellman, Drumshanbo, Mary Harte, Lahard, Bernadette Dolan, High St. Uimhreacha: 02364571

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 11 Deireadh Fomhair 2010

 Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine

Seniors play St Mary’s on Saturday at 5.00 in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin in the League. Under 16 Final against Carrigallen is in Aughawillan on Saturday at 12.00. Oughteragh Gaels play Drumlea on Sunday at 2.30 in Kiltubrid. Ladies play in the Intermediate B Final in Cloone on Sunday at 12.00 against Bornacoola.

Juniors Draw in C Championship Final 

With ten minutes to go and us up by four points, it looked as if we were heading for victory but then a pointed free and a goal from a penalty brought Drumreilly level and that was the way it stayed. It was very close for most of the hour. O’Heslins led by 2-3 to 1-4 at half time with our scores coming from Seán McCartin two pointed frees, points from Gordon Hughes and Jason Kellett and good goals from Jason Kellett and Adrian Gallogly. We should have been more ahead given our dominance in the first half. It was more even in the second half and we just got three points all from frees, a 45 pointed by Philip Farrelly and two frees from Seán McCartin. However we are still there and we await a date for the replay.

Foireann: Philip Farrelly (0-1f), Francis Dolan, Gavin Brennan, Cyril Smith, Neil Hughes, Kevin Prior, Naoise Hayden, Jason Kellett (1-0), Joe Murphy, Gordon Hughes (0-1), Ciaran Murray, Michael Costello, Adrian Murphy, Adrian Gallogly (1-0), Sean McCartin (0-4f), Subs: Cormac Ó Suilleabháin for Michael Costello, Rory O’Rourke for Adrian Murphy, Éamonn Walsh for C Ó Suilleabháin (See photo under Recent Pictures)

Ladies lose in Connacht Championship

Our Junior ladies were beaten by Tourmakeady from Mayo in the Tesco Connacht Junior Club Championship on Sunday. The final score of 3-15 to 1-8 did not do justice to the efforts of the O’Heslins girls. The first half was very close and after Tourmakeady went 1-3 to 0-0 ahead O’Heslins came back scoring three points without reply from Deborah Gilheany, Michelle Fanning and Laura O’Dowd. It was 1-4 to 0-4 to Tourmakeady at half time and looking good form an O’Heslins point of view. However, Tourmakeady had a great spell when they scored 2-3 in a short time and it was a lost cause after that. Aoife Smith made her presence felt when she came on and she scored a goal and a point. There were outstanding performances particularly from Kirby Gilgunn, Sarah McLoughlin, Ciara O’Dowd and Deborah Gilheany but everyone gave of their best. Míle buíochas to the great crowd of supporters who attended the match.

Foireann: Carol O’Connor, Áine Martin, Lynda Harte, Gillian Leyden, Katie Duignan, Kirby Gilgunn, Emma O’Dell, Ciara O’Dowd, Sarah McLoughlin (0-1), Michelle Fanning (0-1), Laura O’Dowd (0-2), Claire Fanning, Leighann Gallagher, Deborah Gilheany (0-3), Niamh Smith. Subs used: Aoife Smith (1-1), Catherine Smith.

Under 12s lose in Final to Fenagh

The dream of an under 12 and under 14 double didn’t come to pass on Saturday last. It was an excellent game, fought out to the end. There wasn’t much in it but, overall, Fenagh had the upperhand for most of the game. It was Fenagh 0-3 to 0-0 at half time. Given the hidings both teams had inflicted on all of the other teams in the Championship, this was an indication of how close it was. Two great teams, matching each other. After half time Fenagh got another point. Then the revival took place. Kevin Mullen got our first score, a point. Then a brother sister combination as Emma McGovern passed to Barry who got a great goal. It was level now. However, this was the stage when Fenagh played their best football and they got five points from play, all in a row. Niall McGovern did point a free before the end, but that was it. It finished 0-9 to 1-2. Congratulations to Fenagh who were winning this championship for the first time ever. The club did win rural under 12 championships in 1973, 1974 and 1975. Ironically, it looks as if this will be the last under 12 championship, some wise people have decided that competition is not good for youngsters of this age. Maybe they are right, but you can bet your shirt on it, it will be back again sooner or later. (See photo of the team under “Recent Pictures”)

Foireann: Darren Maxwell, Mark Maguire, Adam Goldrick, Killian Dooner, Christopher Maguire, James Hamill, Barry McGovern (1-0), Niall McGovern (0-1), Darragh Murphy, Cathal McHugh, Darragh Reynolds, Ailish O’Dowd, Jamie Sweeney, Kevin Mullen (0-1), Emma McGovern. Subs used: Damien Creaven, Conor McGrath.

Coaching Courses

Coach Education Award 1 in Páirc Sean Carrick in November. This course will take place over two weekends Friday 12^th & Saturday 13^th   and Friday 19^th & Saturday 20^th. All those wishing to attend must have foundation level completed and will be required to register for the course by Friday November 5^th with Club Coaching officer Brian Breen at the latest as places will be limited. Foundation award courses will commence in February 2011. Child Welfare & Protection Course in Sean O’Heslin’s clubhouse on the 14^th October.

Youth Player Development – Talk

All coaches and mentors of underage and adult teams are asked to attend a talk on strengthening and conditioning in the clubhouse on this Friday night at 8.00. Des Ryan who has done coaching with Galway and Roscommon senior teams and is also Fitness Education manager with the IRFU will give the talk.

Kilglass Gaels looking for support 

Kilglass Gaels are the only Connacht club in the “Field of Dreams” competition and they are trying to win €100,000. They need our help. You can do this in two ways. One is to text the words “Kelloggs Connacht” to the number 53799, and to do this every day, if possible. You are only permitted to do it once a day. Similarly you can email by going into “Kelloggs Field of Dreams”. Equally you can only do this once a day. The really need your help.

Death of Jimmy Conway

One of the last remaining links with the Ballinamore teams of the 1940s, Jimmy Conway of Brigid’s St, died on Monday last. Jimmy played with Ballinamore through the lean years of the 1940s. He was one of the regular stalwarts at corner back during that decade. Ballinamore reached the Co Senior Final in 1950, but lost  to Cloone and Jimmy was corner back on that occasion. Sadly most of that team have now gone “ar shlí na firinne” Last year when the DVD history was being produced for the official opening of our clubhouse, Jimmy was interviewed along with another of the few remaining players from the 1940s, Seán Scollan. Portion of the interview was included on the DVD and a fuller version of the interview can be viewed in the Co Library. Jimmy, typically spoke modestly of his achievements on the football field.

The club extends sympathy to the Conway family. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sé.

Lotto

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn sa Commercial. Pota Óir  €2,200. Duaiseanna for those present on last Monday night: €40 Hugh McTague jnr. Buidéal uisce beatha ó Bobby Joe’s: Gerry McGovern. €40 an duine: Aidan Harte, Arizona, Pat Joe Goohen, Drumrane, Marie Duffy, Mullingar, Martina Farry, Lahard, Michael Costello, Ardrum.  Uimhreacha: 75340621. Lotto in the Park: On Sunday 24 October we will have our next Lotto in the Park

 

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 4 Deireadh Fomhair 2010

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine

This is a big weekend for the club at different levels. On Saturday our under 12s play in the under 12 Championship Final against St Caillin’s Fenagh in Páirc Sean Diarmada at 12.00. On Sunday our Juniors play Drumreilly in the Junior C Championship Final also in Páirc Seán MacDiarmada at 12.00. Our Ladies play in the Connacht Ladies Junior Championship against Tourmakeady in Leitrim Gaels pitch at 2.00 on Sunday. We would like to see all our supporters at all three venues for what is certainly our biggest weekend of the year.

Juniors are in C Championship Final

The last week has been a good one for Seán O’Heslin’s teams reaching finals but with 15 minutes to go in this game in Drumshanbo last Sunday you would not fancy our chances. However a great final ten minutes when we scored 2-2 without any score for Glenfarne/Kiltyclogher, put us through to a final against Drumreilly. We played badly in the first half and were behind 0-5 to 0-3 with our scores from Michael Costello and two from Seán McCartin, one a free. By half way in the second half Glenfarne/Kilty led by 1-8 to 0-4, our only score being a pointed 50 from Philip Farrelly. Then it all started to happen. Stephen McTague pointed a free. Adrian Murphy finished to the net. Then great work by Rory O’Rourke, who had come on as a sub led to a great goal from Neil Hughes. With time running out a great passing movement led to a fine winning point from Adrian Gallogly. There were still a few minutes but we held out. Glenfarne/Kilty were stunned to lose a game that they should have won, as over the hour they dominated most of it. However we got the crucial goals and are now through to the final. It ended 2-6 to 1-8.

Foireann: Philip Farrelly (0-1f), Francis Dolan, Gavin Brennan, Cyril Smith, Neil Hughes (1-0), Kevin Prior, Freddie Walsh, Jason Kellett, Joe Murphy, Stephen McTague (0-1f), Gordon Hughes, Michael Costello (0-1), Adrian Murphy (1-0), Adrian Gallogly (0-1), Sean McCartin (02, 1f), Subs: Naoise Hayden for C Smith, Rory O’Rourke for S McCartin, Éamonn Walsh for A Murphy, C Smith for F Dolan.

Great Performance from Senior Hurlers 

Our senior hurlers put in a great performance to draw with Gortletteragh on Saturday only to lose in extra time. It is an unfortunate fact that getting in preparation for senior hurling, despite the best efforts of Paddy O’Connor, never seems to happen.  St Mary’s, Gortletteragh and Manorhamilton have been taking part in leagues in Leitrim, Sligo and Ulster. It is a great pity because we have a great group of young hurlers and they showed that on Saturday. At half time Gortletteragh led by 2-3 to 0-5, with our points coming from Shane Murphy, Tommy McCormack, Shane Moran, Éamon Walsh and Adrian Smith. In the second half, we got points from Brendan Mulvey and Shane Moran. A goal from Shane Murphy put us within a point of Gortletteragh. Two pointed frees form Shane Moran brought us level at 2-6 to 1-9. A fortunate goal from a long range free by Morgan Quinn put Gortletteragh a goal up with time almost up. Then we got a 20 meter free and Kevin O’Connor sent it all the way to the net to level it. After the first period of extra time it was still level, with our point coming from Shane Moran. Gortletteragh got 1-3 in the final ten minutes to win by 4-10 to 2-10. Unfortunately because of the fall-out from the Cavan objection to our Féile victory, Morgan Quinn had to line out with Gortletteragh and he was a big loss.  The Ballinamore club and players extend best wishes to Morgan and Gortletteragh in the Final.

Foireann: Denis Dolan, Seán McWeeney, Paddy McManus, Paul Earley, Joe Earley, Shane Ferguson, Kevin O’Connor (1-0), Adrian Smith (0-1), Brendan Mulvey (0-1), Vincent Mulvey, Shane Moran (0-5), Éamon Walsh (0-1), Tommy McCormack (0-1), Shane Flanagan, Shane Murphy (1-1). Sub Cormac Ó Suilleabháin for V Mulvey.

Ladies Intermediate B

The Ladies’ winning streak continued with a win over St. Mary’s in the Intermediate B championship semi-final on Sunday last in the  Park.  Although St. Mary’s got off to a strong start O’Heslins kept battling away and in the end had a convincing win beating St. Mary’s by six points. They now face Bornacoola in the final, date yet to be
confirmed.  Team: Aisling Flaherty, Lynda Harte, Aine Martin, Kirby Gilgunn, Emma O’ Dell, Katie Duignan, Sarah McLoughlin (0-3), Ciara O’Dowd (1-3), Laura O’Dowd (1-2), Deborah Gilheaney (1-4), Claire Fanning (1-1),  Leighann Gallagher, Michelle Fanning, Aoife Smith, Catherine Smith, Kathryn Toolan.

Comhghairdeas
Congratulations to Carol O’ Connor who celebrated her 21st birthday last weekend, happy birthday to Carol from all the girls! Good luck:  The ladies team and management would like to wish the Dromahair ladies the best of luck in the Intermediate Connacht Final this Saturday.

Under 12s are in Co Final

Our under 12s had a comprehensive win over St Mary’s on Wednesday last and so qualified for the County Final on Saturday next. This was a very good performance but St Mary’s put in a better performance than the score suggests. Their goalie had an exceptional game and made some great saves.  At Half time it was 1-5 to 0-0. The Ballinamore got three points to leave it 1-8 to 0-0, then St Mary’s got four points in a row and there was only seven points in it. However two great goals from Niall McGovern ended the game. There were some excellent points, particularly from Kevin Mullen but every one of the fifteen played their parts. It ended 3-12 to 0-5.

Foireann: Darren Maxwell, Christopher Maguire, Adam Goldrick, Mark Maguire, Killian Dooner, James Hamill, Barry McGovern (0-1), Niall McGovern (2-4), Darragh Murphy (0-1), Cathal McHugh, Darragh Reynolds, Ailish O’Dowd (0-1), Jamie Sweeney, Kevin Mullen (1-5), Tom Prior. Subs used: Damien Creaven, Conor McGrath, Stephen Flynn, Emma McGovern,

Under 16 Boys are in Co Final

Ballinamore played Annaduff at home on Tuesday week last. It was a do or die battle as nothing less than a win would see the O’Heslins through to the final. Annaduff started like a steam train with five unanswered points before Mark McGrory opened with a goal. This started the revival and points from Luke Murphy, Dean McGovern, Jack Cullen and Mark McGrory left the half time score Annaduff 1-5 O’Heslins1-4. Ballinamore levelled minutes into the second half before Annaduff got a good goal. This spurred Ballinamore on and they got ahead again with a goal from Luke Murphy and another from Cian McCaffrey. Peter Reynolds scored from a penalty for a foul on Luke Murphy towards the end. Final score Sean O’Heslins 4-9 Annaduff 2-7

Foireann: Fergal Curran, Conor Moran, Kevin Banks, Brian Leyden, Anthony Maguire, Keelan McHugh, Mark McGrory (1-1), Dean McGovern (0-1), Donal Feely, Jack Cullen (0-1), Cian Reynolds, Luke Murphy (1-4), Peter Reynolds (1-1). Subs: Brian Banks, Nathan Gallagher, Jack Bagge, Billy Williams, Cian McCaffrey (1-1), Oisín McCaffrey, Paddy Connaughton, Conor Maxwell.

Coaching Courses

Coach Education Award 1 in Páirc Sean Carrick in November. This course will take place over two weekends Friday 12^th & Saturday 13^th   and Friday 19^th & Saturday 20^th. All those wishing to attend must have foundation level completed and will be required to register for the course by Friday November 5^th  with Club Coaching officer Brian Breen at the latest as places will be limited. Foundation award courses will commence in February 2011. Child Welfare & Protection Course in Sean O’Heslin’s clubhouse on the 14^th October.

Comhbhrón

Sympathy is extended to the Bohan and Goldrick families, Mullinameela on the death of Tom Bohan, grandfather of our under 12 full back, Adam Goldrick.

Lotto

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Bobby Joe’s Óir  €2,150. Duaiseanna for those present on last Monday night: €40 Miley McKeon. Meal voucher for Smyths Siopa Tae: Philip Cassidy, Lahard:  €40 an duine: Karl Keaney, Miscawn, Seán McKeon, Drumreilly, Aisling Sammon, Aughnasheelin, Cian Ó Suilleabháin, Athlone, Walter Sharpley Uimhreacha: 34760215. Lotto in the Park: On Sunday 24 October we will have our next Lotto in the Park

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 27 Mean Fomhair 2010

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine

Our hurlers play in the Senior Hurling Championship semi final against Gortletteragh on Saturday at 2.00. The second semi final, St Mary’s against Manorhamilton is at 4.00. Both games in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin.

Helmets wanted

A number of the club’s helmets are missing. Any player, underage or otherwise,  who has a club helmet please give it to Paddy O’Connor before Saturday, as they will be needed for the senior game.

Seniors draw with Mohill

Our seniors put in a very good performance to draw with Mohill on Friday last in Cloone. The first half was very close with only a goal between the sides, 1-4 to 0-4 for Mohill. Denis Dolan made a great save only to see the rebound punched to the net and that was all that was between the sides. Shane Murphy, Ryan Gavin and Paul Prior got points from play and Paul Prior pointed the fourth. We gave an even better performance in the second half and with two minutes to go we were ahead by 0-9 to 1-5. Ryan Gavin got  our first point and Paul Prior was the star of the game with an excellent point from play, two from frees and a pointed 45. Indeed Paul was mainly responsible for us taking the lead. However, with time almost up, Mohill got the leveling point. However, a draw was a fair result and it could be significant before the end of the league.

Foireann: Denis Dolan, Jim McTague, Patrick McLoughlin, Shane Ferguson, Philip Murphy, Liam Ferguson, Rory O’Rourke, Adrian Smith, Paul McLoughlin, Shane Moran, Sean Murray, David Duignan, Paul Prior (0-6, 4f), Ryan Gavin (0-2), Shane Murphy (0-1) Anthony McTague for D Duignan.

Under 12s draw with Fenagh

The U-12s played an exciting draw against Fenagh St Caillins last Saturday. They play St Mary’s this Wednesday at 6.30 in the Park.  Panel on duty on Saturday was: Darren Maxwell, Conor McGrath, Adam Goldrick, Mark Maguire, Killian Dooner, James Hamill, Darragh Reynolds, Niall McGovern, Darragh Murphy, Jamie Sweeney, Barry McGovern, Cathal McHugh, Damien Craven, Kevin Mullen, John Conway, Jack Gallogly, Stephen Flynn and Christopher Maguire, Emma McGovern, Sarunas Gaedilions and Kate Reynolds.

Under 16 Boys beat Dromahair

Playing at home against Dromahair this second round match saw Ballinamore lead from the start with a stout defence and accurate forwards. Ballinamore were ahead at half-time 2-7 to 2-2 and with Luke Murphy scoring 1-6 over the hour, Mark McGrory 1-1 from midfield, the final score was Ballinamore 3-12 Dromahair 2-5.

Foireann: Fergal Curran, Conor Moran, Kevin Banks, Brian Leyden, Anthony Maguire, Keelan McHugh, Mark McGrory (1-1), Dean McGovern, Donal Feely (1-0), Jack Cullen (0-1), Cian Reynolds (0-2), Luke Murphy (1-6), Peter Reynolds (0-3). Subs: Brian Banks, Nathan Gallagher, Billy Williams, Cian McCaffrey, Oisín McCaffrey, Paddy Connaughton, Conor Maxwell.

Please use  Second  Pitch 

We would ask all those involved in training to please use the second pitch and for games also, where appropriate. With two games both last Saturday and this Saturday the main pitch needs to be spared where possible.

Lotto

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn sa Siopa Ól. Pota Óir  €2,100. Duaiseanna for those present on last Monday night: €40 Philip Farrelly. Buidéal uisce beatha ó Gay Prior: John McWeeney.  €40 an duine: Steve Flynn, Gorvagh, Peter McCrann, Mohill, Miley McKeon, Cammagh, T P Cox, Dromod, Geraldine Guckian, Fawn, Leitrim P O. Uimhreacha:34760215. Lotto in the Park: On Sunday 24 October we will have our next Lotto in the Park 

Many thanks to all who bought and sold tickets this week particularly all who helped in the Park on Saturday. The two Jackpot winners, Joe Flynn from Carrick on Shannon and Miley McKeon, Cammagh were presented with their winnings on Saturday at half time on the Intermediate Final. Comhghairdeas dóibh beirt.

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 20 Mean Fomhair 2010

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine

Big weekend in the Park with the County Intermediate and junior Finals on Saturday. Junior Final is at 3.00pm and Intermediate at 4.45pm. Stewards required. Please respond to Alan Banks. Our seniors play Mohill on Friday night in Cloone at 8.45. Under 12s play Fenagh in Fenagh on Saturday at 1.00. Under 16s play Annaduff on Tuesday at 6.30 in Annaduff.

Ladies win Leitrim Junior Championship final. 

 

The greatest day yet for Ladies football in Ballinamore came on Sunday last when they won the Junior Championship. This was a magnificent victory for our girls as conditions were pretty treacherous underfoot.  Though quietly confident beforehand, we were surprised by our margin of victory 2-21 to Gortletteragh’s single point.  Gortletteragh sporting to the very end did not do themselves true justice on the day.

O’Heslins manager/trainer Sean Reynolds deserves great credit for the manner he prepared his team since last February.  Rain, sleet or snow he really put them through their paces and to the last girl they responded brilliantly.

Aisling Flaherty was cool and calm in goals, her handling of the wet ball, and her kick outs and clearances were very accurate.  In front of her Áine Martin gave a lesson in close marking, Lynda Harte played a captain’s role blotting out her much bigger opponent, while on the left Claire Fanning was really magnificent, her reading of the game and clearances were very impressive.  In the half backs Emma O’ Dell was solid and dependable, never putting a foot wrong.  At centre half back Kirby Gilgunn gave a magnificent display, always first to the ball and at times soloing upfield to set up attack after attack.  She would have been very close to player of the game.  On her left Katie Duignan was brilliant.  Her high fielding and speed and skill were a feature right through.  Her play all year, like Kirby, were a joy to watch.  At midfield Sarah McLoughlin was masterful.  Her fitness levels and her availability for clearances had great settling effect on her teammates.  She is the lifeblood of this team.  Beside her Ciara O’ Dowd played her heart out, her long solo runs and her link up play with the forwards were so important on the day.  She is a fabulous athlete and footballer.  Right half forward young Laura O’ Dowd, player of the game, contributed immensely to this victory and her goal in the first half steadied the team.  I was so impressed with some of her point taking.  At centre forward Orla McWeeney was fantastic, working so hard right through and some of her foot passing was very impressive.  Orla is a great example of determination and spirit.  Michelle Fanning fought for every ball and set up some good passes for scores.  She has been a great asset since she moved to the forward line.  At right full forward Leighann Gallagher was very effective, always showing for the ball and laying it off.  Only for her goal in the drawn game with Bornacoola we wouldn’t have been in the final.  At full forward Deborah Gilheaney gave a very stylish display, scoring some great points from close in and also from far out.  I rate Deborah a real class footballer, skill in abundance.  At left full forward Niamh Smith contributed handsomely and had a hand in many scores.  Now the unsung heroes.  Gillian Leyden who came on for Emma half way through the second half was very effective.  She has been a very valued member of our defence over the past few years.  Catherine Smith replaced Leighann and crowned the win with a goal and a point.  Aoife Smith also come on and got her name on the scoreboard.  Catherine Toolan also came on and deservedly so as she has been a very valued member of the panel, and the same goes for Paula Kellegher who trained diligently all year.  To regular keeper Carol O’Connor who had to cry off due to influenza, hard luck, but you played your part in getting us to where we are.  Finally, Hillary Quinn, who although she did not come on during the game is a valued member of the team and really has become a great Gaelic player in the few months since she joined the girls.  Scorers: Laura O’ Dowd 1-6, Deborah Gilheaney 0-5, Sarah McLoughlin 0-4, Orla McWeeney 0-2, Ciara O’ Dowd 0-1, Michelle Fanning 0-1, Katie Duignan 0-1, Niamh Smith 0-1, Catherine Smith 1-0, Aoife Smith 0-1.

To Sean and the girls heartiest congratulations.  Thanks to all our wonderful supporters who turned up on the day.  To the referee Mary Shanley who did a great impartial job.  Finally to Gortletteragh, you will rise again.

Juniors are in C Championship Semi-final

Our Junior B team followed in the path of our seniors and junior A team when the qualified for the play-offs by beating Bornacoola on Friday night last in Cloone “faoi na soilsí”. They are a step ahead of the other teams as they are now in a semi-final. Although they won well in the end by 4-7 to 0-3, they struggled for a long time in the first half. They had a litany of wides; ten in total to Bornacoola’s three in the first half. In fact the only score they had after 15 minutes was a Stephen McTiernan point. Then Adrian Gallogly finished a good goal and a minute later Sean McCartin got another good one. A further point from Cormac Ó Suilleabháin left us ahead by 2-2 to 0-2 at the break. Within minutes of the restart Adrian Gallogly had the ball in the net and Sean McCartin followed with another and really that was that. Points followed from Gordon Hughes, Ciaran Murray, Stephen McTague and two from half-back Neil Hughes and that’s how it finished. While we missed the points chances, the goals came from Adrian Gallogly and Seán McCartin when we needed them

Team and Scorers: Philip Farrelly, Cyril Smith, Freddie Walsh, Francis Dolan, Neil Hughes (0-2), Ciaran Murray (0-1), Kevin Prior, Jason Kellett, Stephen McTague (0-2), Cormac Ó Suilleabháin, Gordon Hughes (0-1), Michael Costello (0-1), Adrian Murphy, Adrian Gallogly (2-0), Sean McCartin (2-0). Subs used, Éamonn Walsh, Rory O’Rourke, Naoise Hayden, Séamus Donnelly and Alan Prior.

U-16 girls:

Next game this Thursday 23^rd September at 7pm in the Park against Dromahair.  The girls lost narrowly in their match last Thursday against Aughnasheelin/Aughawillan.

Under 12s continue winning run

The U-12s continued their championship in Drumkeerin on Sat 11^th  with a good win over the home side. Panel on duty was Darren Maxwell, Conor McGrath, Adam Goldrick, Mark Maguire, Killian Dooner, James Hamill, Darragh Reynolds, Niall McGovern, Darragh Murphy, Jamie Sweeney, Barry McGovern, Cathal McHugh, Damien Craven, Kevin Mullen, John Conway, Jack Gallogly, Stephen Flynn and Christopher Maguire, Emma McGovern, Sarunas Gaedilions and Kate Reynolds.

On Mon Evening we played Dromahair in the Park and we recorded another good win.  A special word of thanks to Brendan Sammon who refereed the game at short notice. On Saturday  last we played Annaduff away and we got another win after a good competitive game. We were behind at half time and with an improved performance in the second half we came out on top. An unfortunate aspect of all our games to date is that they have all been played on very rainy days but the boys and girls have adapted to the elements and played some great football.

 

Pósadh

Best wishes to Conor Mahon and Jennifer Dunne from Tullamore who are getting married this weekend. Go n-éirí leo.

Lotto

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Prior’s. Pota Óir  €2,050. Duaiseanna for those present on last Monday night: €40 Aidan McGovern. Buidéal vodka ó David McCabe: Hugh McTague jnr  €40 an duine: Malachy McKiernan, Kildorragh, Diarmuid Ó Máirtín, Brendan Burns, Paula Duffy, Gaybrook, Mullingar, Martina Farry, Lahard.  Uimhreacha:04612357

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 13 Mean Fomhair 2010

 

Lotto Jackpot Winner 

The Jackpot went last Monday night and, amazingly, two people had the correct sequence of numbers. The two people who share €3,600 are Miley McKeon, Camagh and Joe Flynn, Carrick on Shannon. Duaiseanna for those present on last Monday night: €40 Séamas Mac Murchaidh. Prize sponsored by Frank Flynn: Tom McCaffrey, San Francisco.  Uimhreacha: 41065273. . Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn sa Scoláire Bocht. Pota Óir  €2,000.

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine

Juniors play Bornacoola in Junior Championship on Friday night in Cloone at 8.30. Under 12s play Annaduff in Annaduff on Saturday at 11.oo. Under 12s play Allen Gaels in the Park on Monday at 6.30. Also on Monday under 16s play Dromahair in Páirc Sheáin Eislin at 6.30.

Ladies win under 14 Championship

What exciting times it has been for Ladies football in Ballinamore. Over a week ago the minors won 9 a side championship in dramatic fashion. Then the under 12s won their final after extra time against Drumkeerin. Now, on Saturday last the under 14s won their final in a dramatic finish against Mohill in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin. This was drama of the highest order. For most of the game the Mohill girls were ahead and at times looked as if they would run away with it. However, goals win games and that was what counted in the end as the Ballinamore girls stole it in the final minutes. O’Heslins did well early on and after points from Aoibheann Flynn and Róisín McHugh, Aoibheann Flynn scored a great goal to put us ahead by 1-2 to 0-2. Mohill dominated the rest of the half and had a huge amount of wides. Eilish O’Dowd got a point late in the half and Mohill led by 0-9 to 1-3 at half time.

Mohill were completely on top after half time and led by 0-12 to 1-3 when Aoibhinn Flynn’s shot was pushed out from over the line to give the Ballinamore girls a lucky break when they seemed dead and buried. The ball had been over the line but was nearly missed as the play moved on. Mohill got two more points to lead by 0-14 to 2-3 and then the revival started. Leighann Flynn got a point and then, like Lar Corbett for Tipperary last week, Aoibheann was our three-goal hero as she goaled again to leave one point in it. Eilish O’Dowd pointed a free and then Aoibheann Flynn hit what turned out to be the winner. What a dramatic final few minutes! Everyone played their part but Róisín McHugh and Aoibheann Flynn were outstanding. Not far behind were Ellen Wrynn, Eilish O’Dowd, Leighann Flynn and Sarah Beth Reilly. It ended 3-6 to 0-14. Commiserations to Mohill who dominated for a lot of the game but faded in the final ten minutes as the Ballinamore girls took over. The shield was presented to the winning Captain Sarah Beth Reilly by Ray O’Connor, Cathaoirleach of the Ladies Board. Comhghairdeas to team mentors Aisling Flaherty, Kirby Gilgunn and Rowena O’Rourke.

Foireann: Bláithín Sharpley, Lisa Maguire, Cáit Connaughton, Frances Farry, Kate Reynolds, Aoibheann Flynn (3-2), Ellen Wrynn, Eilish O’Dowd (0-2), Leighann Flynn (0-1), Sarah Beth Reilly (Capt), Emma McGovern, Róisín McHugh, Rachel Creamer. Subs: Leah Mullaney, Aoife Murphy, Niamh McGourty, Niamh Toolan.

 

Juniors lose in C Championship

Our junior lost their game in the C Championship to Drumreilly on Saturday by 0-13 to 0-9. This was a disappointing performance with a lot of bad wides, especially in the second half. We started well with two points from Adrian Gallogly, then Drumreilly got three, Stephen McTague got one and Sean McCartin pointed two frees to leave us 0-6 to 0-5 behind at half time. It was 0-11 to 0-9 at one stage and looking good after good points from Michael Costello, Adrian Gallogly and Sean McCartin, but Drumreilly finished better and we lost by four. However, we can still make the play-offs with a game to go against Bornacoola.

Team and Scorers: Philip Farrelly (0-1), Cyril Smith, Gavin Brennan, Francis Dolan, Neil Hughes, Ciaran Murray, Kevin Prior, Jason Kellett, Stephen McTague (0-1), Éamonn Walsh, Cormac Ó Suilleabháin, Michael Costello (0-1), Daryl McFarland, Adrian Gallogly (0-3), Sean McCartin (0-3). Subs used, Rory O’Rourke, Naoise Hayden and Alan Prior. 

Ladies qualify for Junior A Championship Final 

In another major breakthrough for Ladies football in the club, the Ladies are through to the Junior A Championship final after beating Bornacoola on Sunday last in the semi-final replay.  Although trailing by 1 point at half time, the Sean O’Heslins Ladies came out strong in the second half and won the match by 7 points.  Sean O’Heslins 2-12 to Bornacoola 1-8.

Team and scorers: Carol O’ Connor, Claire Fanning, Lynda Harte, Áine Martin, Emma O’ Dell, Kirby Gilgunn (0-01), Katie Duignan, Sarah McLoughlin (1-02), Ciara O’Dowd (0-01), Orla McWeeney (1-01), Michelle Fanning, Laura O’Dowd (0-02), Leighann Gallagher, Niamh Smith, Deborah Gilheaney (0-05).

Junior A Championship Final:  The final is fixed for this Sunday 19th September at 12.00, in Cloone. Thanks to all those who came out to support the team last Sunday and hopefully there will be a big crowd there to cheer the girls on in the final this weekend. The Ladies would like to congratulate all the Sean O’Heslins under-age teams who have done the Club proud in the past couple of weeks.  It is great to see that the Club has such strong underage players coming through, and no doubt we will see them all playing at Senior level in the coming years.

U-16 girls beat Mohill  

 The U-16 girls beat Mohill at home last Thursday on a convincing scoreline 2-15 to 1-09.  They play Aughawillan/Aughnasheelin amalgamation this Thursday (16th September) at 7pm in Aughnasheelin.  Please come along to support the girls.

County Ladies Board Tickets: 

Tickets for the Leitrim Ladies County Board fundraiser will be on sale from members of the Sean O’Heslins Ladies from this week on.  If the Club sell all their allocated tickets they will receive a percentage of the profits for the Club.

Thanks to Lotto sellers and buyers

Míle buíochas to all our Lotto sellers who are keeping the Lotto going. The weekly Lotto is a major factor in helping to pay the massive debt on the pitch development. Especial thanks to those who sell and those who buy at games in our Park.

Under 12 Boys

The U-12s beat Drumkeerin on Saturday morning and had another big win over Dromahair on Monday. Report on those games next week.

Draw for All Ireland Tickets

The draw for All Ireland tickets plus overnight competition took place on Saturday night in Prior’s. The tickets were won by Mary McBarron c/o Bernie McLoughlin, Church St. Second prize of €200 won by Bernie McDermott, Tráthnóna. Third prize an iPod won by Michaela Ni Airt. Míle buíochas to all who sold tickets, mainly our underage players and those who bought tickets.

Pósadh

Comhghairdeas to John Kiernan and Ríona Campbell who were married on Saturday last. Also to Aoife Moran and Noel Murphy who were married in Marbella, Spain on Saturday last. Go n-éirí leo uile.

Benefit Event

A Glenfarne footballer, Seamus Dillon, was in a serious car crash and is permanently incapacitated as a result. The Glenfarne club is organising a novel repeat of the 1994 All Ireland semi-final between Leitrim and Dublin to take place in Páirc Seán Mac Diarmada on Sunday 9 October. Some former Sean O’Heslins players will be involved and it will be a nostalgic look back at the famous day and it will support a very worthy cause.

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 6 Mean Fomhair 2010  

  Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine

Juniors play second round of Junior C Championship against Drumreilly in Cloone on Saturday at 4.30. Under 12s play Drumkeerin in Drumkeerin on Saturday at 11.00. Next under 12 game is on Monday against Dromahair in the Park at 6.30pm

Minor Ladies win 9 a side Championship 

Congratulations to our girls who won the Minor 9 aside Championship final on Tuesday last.  They faced St. Mary’s in a tightly contested game, but came out on top ending the match with some fantastic scores and winning 5-10 to 4-9.  There was great excitement as this was the first Ladies Minor title for the Club and the team were welcomed back to Ballinamore with bonfires lighting the way!  Team:  Aoibheann Curran, Gillian Leyden, Katie Duignan (captain), Ciara McTague, Ciara O’ Dowd, Maebh Gleeson, Aoibheann Flynn, Laura O’ Dowd, Megan O’ Connor, Kathryn Toolan, Niamh Flynn, Ellen Wrynn, Leighanne Flynn, Roisin Mc Hugh, Siobhan McTague, Siobhan McGovern, Blaithin Sharpley.  Thanks to Sean Reynolds and Seamus Flynn who coached the girls.

Juniors win first game in C Championship

Our third team had a good win in their first outing of the Junior B Championship against Eslin in Cloone on Sunday. We got off to a great start with good points from open play from Sean McCartin, Stephen McTague and Joe Murphy. At half time we led on a scoreline of 2-7 to 0-3, We totally dominated the game in the second half also, and despite a brief Eslin revival in the last ten minutes, we emerged winners on a final score of 3-15 to 1-6. Goalkeeper Philip Farrelly got on the score sheet, pointing two excellent 45’s, one in each half. Team and Scorers: Philip Farrelly (0-2), Cyril Smith, Gavin Brennan, Freddie Walsh, Neil Hughes, Gordon Hughes, Kevin Prior, Joe Murphy (1-1), Jason Kellett, Stephen McTague (0-2), Cormac Ó Suilleabháin, Michael Costello (0-1), Daryl McFarland (0-1), Adrian Gallogly (1-1), Sean McCartin (1-5). Subs used, Seamus Donnelly, Frances Dolan & Rory O’Rourke (0-2)

Junior Ladies:  

On Saturday last our Junior Ladies drew with Bornacoola in the Junior A Championship Semi-Final.  It was a tough match played in terrible weather conditions, ending up Sean O’Heslin’s 1-8 to Bornacoola 2-5.

Foireann:  Carol O’Connor, Áine Martin, Lynda Harte (captain), Claire Fanning, Katie Duignan, Kirby Gilgunn, Emma O’Dell, Ciara O’Dowd, Sarah McLoughlin, Michelle Fanning, Orla McWeeney, Laura O’Dowd, Leighann Gallagher, Deborah Gilheaney, Niamh Smith, Gillian Leyden, Aisling Flaherty, Kathryn Toolan, Paula Kelleher, Hillary Quinn.  The replay is this Sunday 12th September at 12pm venue to be decided. The Junior Ladies are delighted with their new hoodies and bags which they fundraised for during the year.

 

Leitrim Ladies Tickets:  

All ladies players will be asked to sell tickets in the coming weeks which have been sent to the Club by the County Board.  These tickets are to fundraise for the Leitrim Ladies County teams from underage level up to Senior level.  If the Club sell all our tickets we will receive a percentage of the sales from the County Board.  More information in the coming weeks.

U12 Girls

Sean O’Heslin’s u12 girls won the u12 title on Saturday last. With our u14 boys winning on Monday and our minor ladies winning on Tuesday, who would of taught we would have our third title under our belts the same week.

Sean O’Heslin’s took on Drumkeerin on Saturday last in the 11 aside final which took place in Ballinamore. O’Heslin’s opened the score with some great points from play, but Drumkeerin then came back with a point and goal.  Drumkeerin then seem to take control for most of the game and were adding to the score board time after time.  The 2nd half came around and it look like it was going to be Drumkeerin’s day as again they took control.  With only 5 minutes to go and 5 points down, the O’Heslin’s girls some how brought themselves back into the game and left it level at full time. This was a nail biting game which had to go into extra time to decide the winner of this final. We then started off the brighter team in extra time with again opening the score with another 2 points, with only 5 minutes of extra time for each half it could of went either way.  The Sean O’Heslin’s girls worked very hard and fought right to the end and went on to win the under 12 title in great style.

Team: Shannen McGovern, Frances Farry, Kate Reynolds, Cait Connaghton, Katie Cullen, Eilish O’Dowd (Capt) Emma McGovern, Rachel Creamer, Ciara McGoldrick, Maeve Hamill, Megan McHugh, Joely McGovern, Emily Sweeney, Leah Sweeney, Grace Wrynn, Hannah Banks, Aoife Murphy, Niamh Toolan.

A big thank to both Breege McGovern and Kirby Gilgunn for all their hard work throughout the year.  Thanks to all the parents who travelled to the games to support the girls and for their support on Saturday when the girls needed it the most. Also for all the food they provided for the girls after the game.  Thanks to all who helped with the kitchen on Saturday and for looking after everyone. Thanks to everyone else who came along to support the girls on Saturday and to the Junior Ladies who were there before they travelled up to Cloone to play their championship game.

Last but by no means least the under 12 girls themselves who worked so hard all year long and well done to each and everyone of them on Saturday.  They have not only done their parents or club proud but they have done themselves proud.  We have the best under 12 girls team within the county and hopefully they will continue to fly the flag for Sean O’Heslin’s.

Under 16 Girls

Our Under 16s kicked off there season on Thursday last when they travelled up to Manorhamilton on a lovely evening.  We were unlucky to lose to Manorhamilton in a great display of football by all.  The girls kept going right to the end but were up against a stronger side.

Next Under 16 game is Thursday the 9th September @ 7pm home to Mohill.  Please support our ladies teams at all levels.

Under 12 Boys

The U-12s started their championship campaign on Mon evening in the park with a good win over Mohill. Although the weather was terrible the boys and girls played some great football throughout and the final score was Ballinamore Sean O’Heslin’s 4-15 to Mohill 0-3. Panel and Scorers on duty were Darren Maxwell, Mark Maguire, Adam Goldrick, Christopher Maguire, Cait Connaughton, James Hamill, Darragh Reynolds, Niall McGovern (0-5), Darragh Murphy (0-3), Jamie Sweeney (1-1), Barry McGovern (0-3), Eilish O’Dowd, Damien Craven, Kevin Mullen (3-3), Emma McGovern, Conor McGrath, Cathal McHugh, John Conway, Jack Gallogly, Stephen Flynn and Killian Dooner. Next game is away to Drumkeerin on Sat morn at 11am.

Under 16s Lose first game

Ballinamore played Carrigallen away in this first round match at 13 a side. The lads had plenty of possession but by half time had no score despite missing at least 2-4. Carrigallen had scored 2-7 in the first half so it was an uphill battle. The lads scored 1-7 in the second half, missing at least three more goal chances and kept Carrigallen scoreless until neat the end when they pulled away with two goals. Final score: Ballinamore 1-7 Carrigallen 4-8.

Foireann: Fergal Curran, Conor Moran, Kevin Banks, Keelan McHugh, Anthony Maguire, Brian Leyden, Mark McGrory (1-1), Peter Reynolds (0-1), Donal Feely (0-1), Jack Cullen (0-1), Dean McGovern (0-1), Luke Murphy (0-1), Cian McCaffrey (0-1), Subs:  Brian Banks, Jack Bagge, Paddy Connaughton, Conor Maxwell, Oisin McCaffrey.

Draw for All Ireland Tickets

The club is running a draw with a very exciting first prize of two tickets to the All Ireland Football Finals with overnight accommodation. Tickets at €5 each or a book of 5 tickets for €20 are being sold by the club’s underage players. The draw will take place in Prior’s Lounge on 11 September. Faigh do thicéid gan mhoill.

Posadh

Best wishes to David Dolan and Caroline Creamer who are getting married on Sunday next.

Lotto

 

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Pat Joe’s. Pota Óir  €3,600. Duaiseanna for those present on last Monday night: €40 Tom Burns. Buidéal uisce beatha ó Liam McGirl: Philip Farrelly jnr.  €40 an duine: Gerry Mahon, Michael Flanagan, Garadice, Mairead and Michael Flynn, Aughnasheelin, Aindrias O Dubhthaigh.  Uimhreacha: 07235461

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 30 Lunasa 2010  

Ladies win Minor 9 a side this evening Tuesday. 

Comhghairdeas to our Ladies Minor team who beat St Mary’s in a dramatic finish this evening Tuesday. Full report next week. Picture in New Pictures

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine

Our Juniors play in the C Championship on Sunday next at 12.00 in Cloone against Eslin. Aughawillan play Aughnasheelin on Sunday at 5.00 in the Park in the Intermediate Semi-final. Stewards required.

Under 14 Champions after 32 Years Wait 

Monday last was one of the memorable days in the history of the Sean O’Heslins club as 32 years of failure at under 14 level was wiped away. Over the past 32 years we have had teams that won under 12 championships but could not pull off victory two years later as under 14s. Now, this team has done the opposite. Here is a team that won nothing at under 12 level but now, they virtually annihilated every team they met. This is, in the first place, a credit to team manager Patrick “Beezer” McKiernan, hero of many a senior team victory, and his assistants: Patsy Connaughton, Colm O’Reilly, Hugh Murphy and Francis Maguire. However the greatest credit of all goes to a great team of players who worked at their game and improved immensely over the last year. On Monday last they got a shock when Annaduff got a goal after a couple of minutes. However Ballinamore took over then and were ahead by 5-5 to 1-0 by half-time. Peter Reynolds got two goals, Luke Murphy got two and Patrick Connaughton got another and the points came from Peter, Luke and Kevin Mullen. The second half was much the same as the points piled up. Overall it was a wonderful end to an eventful year for this team who did the League and Championship double, and apart from their recent game against Mohill, no opposition got anywhere near them. The final score was Sean O’Heslins 6-15 Annaduff 4-3. The trophy was presented to the Captain Dean McGovern by Cathaoirleach of Coiste na nÓg, Dan Gallogly. There followed the usual victory tour of the town, followed by a reception on the platform, and a meal in Smyth’s Siopa Ól. A great end to a great year for this team.

Foireann: Fergal Curran, Mark O’Reilly, Brian Leyden, Adam Goldrick, Barry McGovern, Niall McGovern (0-1), James Hamill, Dean McGovern (0-1), Donal Feely, Paddy Connaughton (1-1), Luke Murphy (2-5), Oisín McCaffrey, Kevin Mullen (1-2), Peter Reynolds (2-4), Conor Maxwell. Subs: Daire Murphy (0-1), Darren Maxwell, Daragh Reynolds.

See pictures of the team under “New Pictures”

The men who won the title in 1978

When Ballinamore won the under 14 championship in 1978 it was the 12^th time Ballinamore won the title. Those 12 titles were won between 1953 and 1978. Who would ever believe that it would take 32 years to win another one? Who was on that team 32 years ago? The Ballinamore under 12 and under 14 teams in those years was managed by Gerry Mahon and Christy Gallogly respectively and the under 14s won a three in a row in 1972, 1973 and 1974. In 1978 they met Mohill in the final and they drew the first game. In the replay in Páirc Seán MacDiarmada they won by 3-4 to 2-5. Star of that team in the final was Ray Dolan and the team contained a few of the senior heroes of later years. The team, which was 13 a side, lined out as follows: Joseph Murphy, Ray Dolan, Paul Kieran, Enda Sweeney, Gerard Curran, Paul Kelleher, Francis Maguire, Patrick Martin, Brian Breen, Liam Conlon, Paschal Flynn, Peter Martin, Aiden Clyne. John Gallagher (Tarmon) was the only sub to come on. Francis Maguire was captain and was presented with the cup “amid wild scenes of jubilation”. Top scorer was Aidan Clyne with 1-2, followed by Pascal Flynn with 1-2, Peter Martin got a goal and Francis Maguire a point.  Interestingly the only links to the present team was that Fergal Curran’s uncle Gerard Curran was on the 1978 team and Francis Maguire, Captain in 1978, was a selector this year.

Juniors lose to Drumkeerin in quarter final. 

This was a certainly a surprise to put it mildly. In fact it was more of a disaster. Drumkeerin were second in their group to Allen Gaels who beat them by 18 points. Allen Gaels, as group winners played, Carrigallen last Saturday and Carrigallen won by 8 points. Remember, we beat Carrigallen, so on that basis our game against Drumkeerin should have been a fairly certain victory for us, but it wasn’t. From the very start Drumkeerin meant business and we played woeful football. Everything that could go wrong did go wrong and we could never get more than two points ahead. Then, when it looked as if we would hold out for a one point win, a dubious penalty to Drumkeerin, well into extra time, sealed it. One must pay tribute to Drumkeerin who never gave up and especially to the penalty taker who, put his head on the block, when the sensible way out would have been to go for a point with time up. We had a particularly bad first half and were 0-6 to 0-1 down well into the half. However, in the final five minutes we got three points, one from David Leyden, who made a big difference when he went to midfield, and the other two from Shane McWeeney. Only two down at half time 0-6 to 0-4 and then James McWeeney got a good goal to put us ahead. James McWeeney and Tommy McCormack put us two up and we missed a hatful of chances. Drumkeerin got two to level, but when Shane Murphy put us one up it looked all over. Then the penalty. It ended 1-9 to 1-7. Another team out of the championship.

Foireann: Philip Farrelly, Kevin O’Connor, David Leyden (0-1), Gordon Hughes, John Fanning, Jim McTague, Eoin McHugh, Conor McTague, Ryan Gavin, Shane McWeeney (0-3), James McWeeney (1-1), Shane Murphy (0-1), Tommy McCormack (0-1), Brian Beirne, Diarmuid Keegan. Subs: Gavin Brennan for B Beirne, Adrian Gallogly for Conor McTague.

Harvest Festival

Our first Harvest Festival, some called it an American Tea Party or a Cannaboe Hooley, but, whatever it was, it was a roaring success. Over 500 people were there at some time or other and 45 tables were organised by hosts and what a night it was. It started at 7.00 and the crowd came on time. 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 Pat Gallagher, Sean Quinn, Four Seasons Chinese Restaurant, Glenview Restaurant and Ben and Elizabeth Donohoe. Many thanks to those sponsors. Ansin thosaigh an ceol and the music continued into the small hours of the morning. Patsy Connaughton and Peter Reynolds came up with this wonderful fundraising venture and they were supported by a Ladies Committee of Helen Harte, Helena D’Arcy, Celia Donohoe, Patricia McGoldrick and Marcella McKiernan. Well done to all.

Presentation to Brendan Burns

During the night there was a presentation to Brendan Burns, who has recently retired as Principal of the Vocational School. The presentation was made by the Acting Cathaoirleach of the club; Michael Quinn. Tributes were paid to Brendan who has a life time of service to the club, as player, team manager and general worker and Brendan still continues to work tirelessly in the Park.

Minors Lose to St Francis

Oughteragh Gaels lost their final game to group leaders St Francis, by 4-12 to 3-7. While they won only one game of the five, they were very close in all of them.

Ladies Football

Junior Ladies  Play Bornacoola in the first round of the Junior A Championship this Saturday, 4th September, at 5pm in Cloone.  Support would be appreciated.

Thanks to all those who supported our recent cake sale.

U-16 girls:  Play their first league match Thursday at 7pm in Manorhamilton against Manorhamilton. U-12 girls final:  Our U-12 girls play Drumkeeran in the U-12 final this Saturday 4th September at 2pm in the Park, please come along and cheer on the girls.

Lost and Found 

A pair of prescription sunglasses were found in the clean-up in the marquee on Sunday. Can be had from Peter Reynolds. A necklace or bracelet was lost, anyone finding it contact Philip Farrelly

Draw for All Ireland Tickets

The club is running a draw with a very exciting first prize of two tickets to the All Ireland Football Finals with overnight accommodation. Tickets at €5 each or a book of 5 tickets for €20 are being sold by the club’s underage players. The draw will take place in Prior’s Lounge on 11 September. Faigh do thicéid gan mhoill.

Comhbhrón

Sympathy to the McTague Family, Church St on the death of Terry McTague in America, a brother of Hugh McTague, Snr. Go ndéana Dia trócaire air.

Get Well Wishes

Best wishes for a speedy recovery to Cathal Sharpley who is recovering after being in hospital.

Lotto 

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i McGirl’s  Pota Óir  €3,550. Duaiseanna for those present on last Monday night: €40 Aidan McGovern. Buidéal uisce beatha ó Ossie Costello: Aindrias Ó Dubhthaigh.  €40 an duine Rhona Conlon, Church St, Connor Kellett, Colm Harte, Mohill, Alice Costello, Ardrum, Niamh McGourty, Stradermot.  Uimhreacha: 06352471

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 23 Lunasa 2010  

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine

Junior Championship Quarter final this Saturday in Aughnasheelin against Drumkeerin at 5.00. 

Seniors Out of Championship 

Our seniors are out of Championship 2010 after losing to Annaduff on Saturday last by 1-13 to 0-9. Seven points looks a bad defeat but it all happened in the last fifteen minutes of the first half. For the other three quarters we held our own. We started well for the first ten minutes and led by 0-2 to 0-1. We didn’t score any more in the first half and really this was when the game was won and lost. It was 1-6 to 0-2 at half time and we really were up against it. Our lads did put up a great fight in the second half and the lead was down to four after Liam Ferguson and Ryan Gavin got two points each . However Annaduff finished better and there was still seven in it at the end. It was significant that apart from Sean Murray’s first point, none of our six starting forwards got a score form play at all over the hour. Liam Ferguson, who gave an inspiring performance from centre half back, and Ryan Gavin, who came on well into the second half, got our only points from play. However, overall, it wasn’t from want of effort but we were beaten by a stronger and more aggressive team and one that found it easier to get scores.

Foireann: Denis Dolan, Jim McTague, Patrick McLoughlin, Shane Ferguson, Wayne McKeon, Liam Ferguson (0-2), Ronan O’Rourke, Adrian Smith, Paul McLoughlin, Brian Cafferty, Anton Arandelovic, David Duignan (0-2f), Paul Prior (0-2f), Shane Moran, Seán Murray (0-1). Subs: David Leyden for A Smith, Ryan Gavin (0-2) for B Cafferty, Anthony McTague for A Arandelovic, Philip Murphy for D Duignan, James McWeeney for S Murray.

Céilí – in the Marquee – Don’t miss it ! 

There will be craic go leor at the Céilí in the marquee in the Park on this Friday night. If you were ever at a Céilí, or even if you weren’t, be sure to get to the Park on Friday night. This will be a Fíor Céilí and there will be loads of help if you are not familiar with some of the dances. However, most people will have done the Siege of Ennis or the Haymaker’s Jig. Younger people who were ever in the Gaeltacht will also be familiar with some of the dances and will be welcome to attend. This will be a unique night and the Tara Céilí Band are one of the most renowned for Céilí dancing. Cead isteach is only €8 and that includes tea and savouries. Dancing will be from 9.30 to 12.30. Last week we inadvertently mentioned bar facilities, but that will apply on the Saturday night, not on the Friday.

American Tea Party

All the preparations are complete and the eagerly awaited American Tea Party is on this Saturday night in the Marquee in the Park. Well over 400 people have booked for the event and patrons are asked to be there at 7.00pm. The dance will follow with music by Lovebug and admission to the dance, for those who were not at the Tea Party is just €10. Those coming to the dance are asked to be there at 11.00pm

Under 14s in the Championship Final

Our under 14s will be playing in the Under 14 Championship Final on Monday next in Páirc Seán Mac Diarmada against Annaduff. All our supporters are urged to get there. Beidh sé ag tosnú ag 6.30

Minors Lose to St Mary’s

In a high scoring game Oughteragh Gaels lost to St Mary’s and also lost whatever chance they had of figuring in the knock-out stages. They played well in the first half and were unlucky to be behind by 2-5 to 1-7. St Mary’s were fortunate to hit the net at crucial times, often against the run of play and it finished 4-11 to 2-14. Minors play St Francis in Drumshanbo tonight Wednesday at 7.00

Foireann: David McWeeney, Conor McManus, John Fanning, Jack Cullen, Joseph Earley, Keith Boyle (0-1), Eoin McHugh, Shane Moran (0-4), Brian Beirne (0-5), Kevin Banks, Keith Sammon (1-0), Andrew Burns (0-2), David McLoughlin, Stephen McTague (0-1), Niall Mulvannerty (1-1). Sub P Cull for C McManus..

Big Sports Camp  in the Park

The club will be participating in a most innovative cross-border sports project this week with a Sports Camp in the Park on Wednesday and Thursday. The venture will involve teams from Leitrim, Cavan and Fermanagh with different sports involved. The sports camp, for those registered, is taking place this Wednesday and Thursday in the park, starting at 10.30 am to 4.30pm on Wednesday and 10.30 am to 7.30pm on Thursday. Due to weather conditions kids advised to bring a change of clothes and also don’t forget their football boots! All food and drinks provided .

Under 10 footballers

Our under 10 footballers are enjoying challenge games and they played Drumreilly last week. The game ended in an exciting draw. Picture of the team can be seen on the seanoheslinsgaa.com website under “Recent Pictures”. Their next game is against Arva. 

Ballinamore man celebrates 90th birthday in New York 

Christy Creamer from Curraghnawall celebrated his 90^th birthday in New York recently. Christy played club football in the 1940s with Aughawillan and he played county football with both Leitrim and Fermanagh. Christy was associated with other great GAA stalwarts in New York like Mike Dillon and Larry Dolan. Happy birthday wishes to Christy.

Draw for All Ireland Tickets

The club is running a draw with a very exciting first prize of two tickets to the All Ireland Football Finals with overnight accommodation. Tickets at €5 each or a book of 5 tickets for €20 are being sold by the club’s underage players. The draw will take place in Prior’s Lounge on 11 September. Faigh do thicéid gan mhoill.

Trip to Croke Park

Over 70 of our under 10s to under 15s had a most exciting trip to Croke Park last Sunday. They couldn’t have picked a better or more exciting game, probably the best game of the year between Dublin and Cork. Míle buíochas to Diarmuid McCaffrey, Alan Banks and all who helped with the trip.

Lotto 

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Lawrence’s  Pota Óir  €3,500. Duaiseanna for those present on last Monday night: €40 Margaret McKeon. €20 sponsored by Jackie: Philip Farrelly.  €40 an duine: Anthony Canning, Mohill, Dympna Grey, Stradermot, Grace Goggin (Phone No), Finbar Smith, Church St, Séamus Mac Murchaidh. Uimhreacha: 41736250

Lotto Sellers –Míle Buíochas 

Our Lotto sales are extremely important to the club at present. We are hugely grateful to all our weekly sellers and especial thanks to all who sold tickets and those who bought tickets in the Park last Sunday and recently.

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 16 Lunasa 2010  

 Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Our Senior Championship Quarter Final against Annaduff is in Cloone on Saturday at 5.30. We hope to see all of our supporters there. Minor Championship against St Mary’s in the Park tonight Wednesday at 7.00

Féile title taken from Club 

The outcome of an objection by the St Felim’s club from Cavan to our winning the Féile na nGael Division 6 title has been widely reported and we do not propose to repeat the whole story here. The position at present is that our Cathaoirleach, Peter Reynolds and our Rúnaí, Patsy Connaughton have been suspended for 48 weeks and we await the outcome of an appeal to be heard in October. They are currently replaced by Michael Quinn; our Vice Chairman, who is acting Cathaoirleach and Alan Banks is acting Rúnaí. While the club is now aware that the team was technically illegal, it has been the practice for the past 30 years for Leitrim clubs (and maybe other counties as well) to accept players from border parishes outside the County and Leitrim clubs never had any objection to this taking place. It was all done in the interests of promoting hurling. The reality is that it would likely have been possible for Leitrim clubs to get sanction for this practice from Central Council, if they had known there was any need to do so. The wisdom of lodging objections, however legitimate they may be, should always be balanced against the likely beneficial outcome. Certainly, in this case, the promotion of hurling is unlikely to have been advanced by this objection.

Under 14s are in the Championship Final

Our under 14s made it six wins out of six when they defeated Mohill on Sunday last.We started well with a goal from Conor Maxwell, followed by points from Conor Maxwell, Peter Reynolds and Oisín McCaffrey. Then goals from Luke Murphy and Kevin Mullen. Peter Reynolds and Luke Murphy got further points and Luke Murphy got a goal. At half time we were 4-5 to 1-6 ahead.  Mohill got the goals in the second half and while we got more scores than Mohill, they were all points. Luke Murphy got three, Peter Reynolds got two and one each from Kevin Mullen and Niall McGovern, In the finish it was very close with the score at 4-13 to 4-12 in our favour. We are now in the final and must await the final games to see if it is Annaduff or Mohill in the final. It finished Sean O’Heslins 5-12 Annaduff 1-6.

Foireann: Foireann: Fergal Curran, Mark O’Reilly, Brian Leyden, Adam Goldrick, Barry McGovern, Niall McGovern (0-1), James Hamill, Dean McGovern, Donal Feely, Paddy Connaughton, Luke Murphy (2-5), Oisín McCaffrey (0-1), Kevin Mullen (1-1), Peter Reynolds (0-4), Conor Maxwell (1-1).  Sub Dara Murphy for James Hamill

Junior Ladies

Training this Thursday at 7.30pm. Thank you to all those who supported our bag packing in Tesco supermarket last Saturday.

Minor Ladies 

The Minor team are having a great run in their league so far with convincing wins in their first two games.  Their first match was against Gortletteragh which they won 7-15 to 7-7, and they went on to beat St. Mary’s the following week 3-12 to 4-5.  Team: Aoibheann Curran, Gillian Leyden, Katie Duignan, Ciara McTague, Aoibheann Flynn, Laura O’Dowd, Megan O’ Connor, Ciara O’ Dowd, Meabh Gleeson, Kathryn Toolan, Siobhan McTague, Niamh Flynn, Ellen Wrynn, Sarah Beth Reilly, Róisín McHugh, Leighann Flynn. Their next match is against Cloone on Tuesday 24th August in Cloone at 7pm. Good Luck:  Best wishes to our players whose Leaving Certificate results are out this Wednesday.

Cake sale

The Ladies team are holding a cake sale after mass this Sunday the 22nd August outside the courthouse.  Support would be appreciated whether that be baking or buying!

Ballinamore Harvest Jamboree 

Just two weeks to go to the Jamboree Weekend. Preparations for the American Tea Party are continuing. If you have not been asked to join a table, please contact Peter Reynolds, Helena D’Arcy, Helen Harte or Celia Donohoe. There will be music and dancing on the night and if you are not taking part in the tea party you can still come to the dance which will follow the Tea Party. Music will be provided by Lovebug.  There will also be a Fíor-Chéilí on the Friday night with music by the Tara Céilí Band. There will be a bar licence on both nights.

Big coaching event in the Park

Sean O’Heslin’s are looking for more club members, boys and girls from 11-15 years of age to partake in the two day coaching summer camp on the 25th and 26th August in the Park from 10am to 5pm. All food and refreshments will be provided free of charge. Anyone interested in more details please ring 087 6846578 as places are limited.

Young players head for Croke Park

Some of our under 10s, under 12s and under 14s will be heading off for Croke Park this weekend for the Dublin v Cork game. Tá súil againn go mbeidh lá maith acu.

Club Executive meeting

Meeting of Executive this Friday at 8.00 in the clubrooms.

Lotto 

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Jackie’s.  Pota Óir  €3,450. Duaiseanna for those present on last Monday night: €40 Hugh McTague Jnr. €20 an duine ó Terry agus Agnes Shortt: Philip Farrelly agus Aodhán Mac Samhráin  €40 an duine: Noel Sweeney, Aghadark, Kevin Turbitt, Dún na Bó, Andrew Burns, Clenaghoo, Margaret Flanagan, Church St, Síle O’ Dowd, Mayo. Uimhreacha: 56312407

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 9 Lunasa 2010  

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Minor Championship against St Mary’s in the Park next Wednesday at 7.00

 

Seniors lose to Mohill

Although we didn’t have to win this game, it was still a disappointment to lose. Overall it was a poor game with a lot of missed chances by both sides particularly in the first half. We were on top early in the game but Mohill worked a good goal at a time when Wayne McKeon was down injured. We were always in the game but two great saves by the Mohill goalie in the second half was the difference in the end. At half time it was Mohill 1-4 to 0-3. The second half was very close and it finished 1-8 to 0-6.

Foireann: Denis Dolan, Shane Ferguson, Patrick McLoughlin, Matthew Murphy, Wayne McKeon (0-1), Liam Ferguson, Ronan O’Rourke (0-1), Adrian Smith, Paul McLoughlin, David Duignan, Anton Arandelovic, Anthony McTague, Paul Prior (0-3f 1f), Shane Moran (0-1), Seán Murray. Subs: David Leyden for Adrian Smith. Jim McTague for M Murphy, Ryan Gavin for D Duignan, Shane Murphy for A McTague

 

Juniors qualify for quarter finals. 

Our victory over Carrigallen in Aughawillan on Sunday ensured top place in the group. For the first fifteen minutes it looked as if we were going to run away with it. Two points from James McWeeney, two from Shane Murphy and one from Shane McWeeney plus a goal from Brian Beirne left us 1-5 to 0-0 up and it could have been more. Carrigallen got the next three points and we got one final one from James McWeeney to leave it 1-6 to 0-3 at half time. Shane Murphy got a point and then Carrigallen got a soft goal which left them only three points behind. However, we took control again and points from Ryan Gavin, James McWeeney (free) and a last one from Adrian Gallogly put us six up again. Carrigallen got a goal just on time to leave it 1-10 to 2-4. We will meet either Annaduff or Drumkeerin in the quarter finals.

Foireann: Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin, Kevin O’Connor, David Leyden, Joe McTague, John Fanning, Jim McTague, Eoin McHugh, Ryan Gavin (0-1), Conor McTague, Shane McWeeney (0-1), James McWeeney (0-4,1f), Shane Murphy (0-3), Tommy McCormack, Brian Beirne (1-0), Diarmuid Keegan. Subs Adrian Gallogly (0-1) for T McCormack, Gordon Hughes for D Keegan, Andrea Burns for S McWeeney

Under 14s Fifth win in a row

Our under 14s made it five wins out of five with a big win over Annaduff on Friday. It finished Sean O’Heslins 5-12 Annaduff 1-6. This win puts us in the Final. Foireann: Foireann: Fergal Curran, Mark O’Reilly, Brian Leyden, Adam Goldrick, Barry McGovern, Niall McGovern, James Hamill, Dean McGovern, Donal Feely, Paddy Connaughton, Luke Murphy, Oisín McCaffrey, Kevin Mullen, Peter Reynolds, Conor Maxwell.  The Final ordinary game is against Mohill in Eslin on Friday at 7.00

Minors Lose to Glencar/Manorhamilton

Oughteragh Gaels were unfortunate to lose to Glencar/Manorhamilton by a single point 3-6 to 1-11. At half time Oughteragh Gaels led by 1-4 to 0-4 but Manorhamilton hit three goals in the second half. Still the Gaels tried there best and were unlucky to lose in the end. They hit a total of 13 wides which was a crucial factor.

Foireann: David McWeeney, Kevin Gallagher, John Fanning, Jack Cullen, Joseph Earley, Matthew Murphy, Eoin McHugh, Shane Moran (0-4), Keith Boyle (0-1), David McLoughlin, Brian Beirne (1-3), Andrew Burns (0-1), Mark McGrory, Stephen McTague (0-1), Kevin Banks. Subs: Conor McManus for D McLoughlin, Conor McTague (0-1), for K Banks.

Discos at the Island

This is a big Disco week at the Island with two nights yet to come. Tonight and Saturday will be two great nights for the Youth of the town and surrounding areas. Both nights start at 9.30.

Ballinamore Harvest Jamboree 

Three weeks to go to the Jamboree Weekend. Preparations for the American Tea Party are continuing. If you are not lined up for a table yet, please contact Peter Reynolds, Helena D’Arcy, Helen Harte or Celia Donohoe. This promises to be an exciting event on Saturday 28^th in a marquee in the Park. There will be music and dancing on the night. There will also be a Céilí on the Friday night.

Big coaching event in the Park

Sean O’Heslin’s are looking for club members boys and girls from 11-15 years of age to partake in a two day coaching summer camp on the 25th and 26th August in the Park from 10am to 5pm. All food and refreshments will be provided free of charge. Anyone interested in more details please contact Patsy Connaughton at 087 6846578 as places are limited.

Lotto 

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Shortt’s.  Pota Óir  €3,400. Duaiseanna for those present on last Monday night: €40 – Séamus Mac Murchaidh. Buidéal Vodka ó Freddie Walsh: Aindrias Ó Dubhthaigh  €40 an duine: P J Dolan and John Harte, Mary McGirl, Laheen, Keshcarrigan, Martin Nellis, Fenagh, Mary Harte, Lahard, Séamus Mac Murchaidh. Uimhreacha: 24160753

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 2 Lunasa 2010  

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Seniors play Mohill in Cloone on Saturday at 7.30 in the second round of the championship. Juniors play Carrigallen in Aughawillan in the second round of junior championship on Sunday at 1.00pm. Under 14s play Annaduff on Friday at 7.00 in the Park.

Seniors beat Melvin Gaels

Our seniors gave a fine performance in the first round of the senior championship against Melvin Gaels on Saturday. It was a great relief to start with a win which puts us into the quarter finals and victory over Melvin Gaels was something we have failed to achieve for some time. We totally dominated the first half and on the run of play we should have led by six pints at least instead of the 0-6 to 1-1 scoreline at half time. Two great saves by the Melvin Gaels keeper and some missed chances kept the lead down. However the first half display from our entire team was excellent and it looked only a matter of time until we would pull ahead. Ironically, Melvin Gaels, despite having a player sent off, played much better in the second half . Melvin Gaels levelled it at 0-6 to 1-3 and then we went two up with points from Shane Moran and Paul Prior. Then disaster struck. It was one of those occasions when the referee was probably unsighted as Shane Ferguson’s jersey stretched two feet at least. As some players waited for the free, Melvin Gaels struck the net. Fortunately a minute later Shane Moran was in the right place to fist to the net for a goal and we were back on track. A good point from Shane Moran and a great free from Paul Prior saved the day. It ended 1-10 to 2-4. This is the fifth year of the current three-team groups in the Senior Championships and in the last four years we have won one game and lost one in each year, but that has always been enough to put us into the quarter finals. In 2008 we were also in a group with Melvin Gaels and Mohill. We lost to Melvin Gaels in the first game and then beat Mohill in the second game.  What will happen this year? Sin í an cheist.

Foireann: Denis Dolan, Shane Ferguson, Patrick McLoughlin, Matthew Murphy, Wayne McKeon, Liam Ferguson, Ronan O’Rourke (0-1), Adrian Smith, Paul McLoughlin, Brian Cafferty (0-1), Anton Arandelovic (0-1), David Duignan (0-1f), Paul Prior (0-2f), Shane Moran (1-2), Seán Murray (0-2, 1f). Subs: Anthony McTague for Adrian Smith. Philip Murphy for M Murphy

Juniors win first championship outing

Our Juniors had a good win in the Junior A Championship against Mohill on Sunday evening. At the end of May we played Mohill in the Junior 3 League and they beat us by 2-13 to 0-6. Just eight of that league team lined out on Sunday, most of the others having played senior on Saturday. While I am sure Mohill were changed considerably as well it does put this victory into perspective. It all boiled down to a great second half performance. We started badly and after Brian Beirne got the first score of the game, Mohill got six points in a row and it didn’t look good. The fight back started and by half time we were just two down, 0-8 to 0-6 after three points from James McWeeney, two frees, and one each from Tommy McCormack and Shane Murphy. Points came in the second half from Conor McTague, James McWeeney (free) and Brian Beirne to level it. After a good save in goals from Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin, Mohill got a goal from a penalty and that put them three points up. It didn’t look good again. However some outstanding work from Ryan Gavin and Stephen McTague in the middle of the field meant we had most of the play and points came from James McWeeney (free), Brian Beirne, James McWeeney again and then Shane McWeeney pointed us into the lead from a pressure kick. Diarmuid Keegan pointed to make victory sure. This was a very good team effort with exceptional performances from some of the young players like David Leyden, John Fanning, Eoin McHugh, Shane Murphy and Jim McTague.

Foireann: Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin, Kevin O’Connor, David Leyden, Joe McTague, John Fanning, Jim McTague, Eoin McHugh, Brian Beirne (0-3), Conor McTague (0-1), Shane McWeeney (0-1f), James McWeeney (0-6,4f), Shane Murphy (0-1), Tommy McCormack (0-1), Ryan Gavin, Declan Murray. Subs Andrew Burns for D Murray, Diarmuid Keegan (0-1) for S McWeeney, Adrian Gallogly for A Burns.

Under 14s Fourth win in a row

Our under 14s made it four wins out of four with a 5-17 to 2-3 win over Glencar/Manorhamilton on Friday. Foireann: Foireann: Fergal Curran, Mark O’Reilly, Brian Leyden, Adam Goldrick, Barry McGovern, Niall McGovern, James Hamill, Dean McGovern, Donal Feely, Paddy Connaughton, Luke Murphy, Oisín McCaffrey, Kevin Mullen, Peter Reynolds, Conor Maxwell. Subs used: Darren Maxwell and Dara Murphy.

Island Venue Youth Discos

It promises to be a great Festival Week for the youth of the area and for the many visitors with three Disco nights in the Island Venue. Starting on Sunday the opening night of the Festival, then on Wednesday and again on Saturday. All nights start at 9.30 and end at 12.30. Nights not to be missed.

Minors Lose to Garadice Gaels

Oughteragh Gaels lost to Garadice Gaels in the Minor championship by 0-12 to 1-6 on Tuesday of last week. They were due to play Glencar/Manorhamilton last night.

Ballinamore Harvest Jamboree 

Three weeks to go to the Jamboree Weekend. Preparations for the American Tea Party are continuing. If you are not lined up for a table yet, please contact Peter Reynolds, Helena D’Arcy, Helen Harte or Celia Donohoe. This promises to be an exciting event on Saturday 28^th in a marquee in the Park. There will be music and dancing on the night. There will also be a Céilí on the Friday night.
Comhbhrón

Sympathy is extended to the McGoohan Family, Aghoo on the death of Nan McGoohan. Her late husband Paddy was a member of Ballinamore teams that won senior championships in the 1930s.

Comhghairdeas

Comhghairdeas to Caroline Martin, Aghadark and David McKeon on their wedding last weekend

Lotto 

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn sa Commercial.  Pota Óir  €3,350. Duaiseanna for those present on last Monday night: €40 – P J Dolan, High St. €20 – Aodán Mac Samhráin, Tráthnóna. Prizes for youngsters present on the night: €10 each: Lorcán Curran, Tarmon, Claire McLoughlin, Church St, Barry McGovern, Lisacarn, Cáit Connaughton, Aghadark.  €40 an duine: Damien Smith c/o Alan Banks, Niall McGovern, Lisacarn, Michelle Farrelly, Carrigallen, Kate Reynolds, Willowfield Rd, Angela McWeeney, Longstone. Uimhreacha: 05417263

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 26 Iuil 2010  

Senior Championship on Saturday

Saturday next is the big day when our seniors start their championship campaign. We play Melvin Gaels in Páirc Sean MacDiarmada at 7.30. We hope to see all our supporters there. It would be great also if all our underage players, boys and girls, could be brought there to shout for our team. Our juniors play Mohill in the first round of the Junior championship on Sunday at 6.00 in Fenagh

On this Thursday our under 14s play Glencar/Manorhamilton in Manorhamilton at 7.00 . In the Minor Championship Oughteragh Gaels play Glencar/Manorhamilton on Tuesday next away at 7.00.

Oughteragh Gaels Start Minor Championship with a win

Oughteragh Gaels started their Minor Championship campaign with a win in a very exciting game in Aughnasheelin last Tuesday. St Manachan’s had the better of the first half and led by 0-6 to 0-4 at half time. Brian Beirne was in accurate form from frees in the second half and pointed four of them, the last being an exceptionally great one. Shane Moran and Stephen McTague got one each but the final point from Andrew Burns turned out to be the winner. It left us two up but Mohill got the last point and Andrew’s score proved crucial. It ended Oughteragh Gaels wining by 0-11 to 0-10.

Foireann: David McWeeney (A), Conal McManus (A), Matthew Murphy (B), J Cull (A), Joe Earley (A), Eoin McHugh (B), John Fanning (B), Keith Boyle (A), Conor McTague (B), Keith Sammon (A), Shane Moran (B), Brian Beirne (B), Niall Mulvannerty (A), Stephen McTague (B), Mark McGrory (B). Sub Andrew Burns (B) for N Mulvannerty.

Under 14s Third win in a row

Our under 14s made it three wins out of three with a comprehensive win over Gortletteragh. They play Manorhamilton this Thursday.

Club Jerseys and Bags 

Seán O’Heslin’s Club bags are available at €25 each. Club jerseys can also be ordered, in different sizes. Please contact Patsy Connaughton for either items. Phone 087 6846578.

Ballinamore Harvest Jamboree 

On the weekend of 27-29 August there will be a wonderful weekend of activity in the Park. There will be a Carnival marquee there for the whole weekend with a full programme of activities. There will be a céilí on the Friday night and an American Tea Party on the Saturday with Music provided by Lovebug. There will be a free Kiddies Disco early on the Saturday. There is great interest in the American Tea Party, and anyone interested in hosting a table is asked to contact Helena D’Arcy at 087 2378514 or Helen Harte at 087 2372438 as soon as possible.

Sean O’Heslins Ladies

League:  The last league match of the year was played on Sunday 18th July against Ballinaglera.  The ladies put on a great performance, winning 4-11 to 2-05.  Team and scorers: Carol O’ Connor, Lynda Harte (captain), Claire Fanning, Kirby Gilgunn, Katie Duignan, Emma O’ Dell, Sarah McLoughlin (0-1), Ciara O’ Dowd (2-3), Laura O’Dowd, Orla McWeeney, Deborah Gilheaney (0-1), Michelle Fanning (1-1), Niamh Smith (0-3), Catherine Smith, Paula Kelleher (0-1), Kathryn Toolan, Áine Martin. Training:  Wednesday 8.30pm and Friday time yet to be confirmed.

Minor match:  Next minor game takes place Tuesday 3rd August at 7pm against St. Mary’s in Park Lane, Carrick-on-Shannon.

Good luck:  Good luck to our girls attending their Debs this week!

Lotto 

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i bPáirc Sheáin Uí Eislin ag 9.00pm.  Pota Óir  €3,300. Buaiteoir  €40 for those present on last Monday night: Noel Sweeney. Buidéal uisce beatha ó Bobby Joe’s: Aindrias Ó Dubhthaigh.  €40 an duine: John Ryan, Castleroggy, Thomas Gormally, Fonthill, Menlough, Co Galway, Aodán Mac Samhráin, Tráthnóna, Brid Sullivan, Aghadark, Shane Harte, Lahard.  Uimhreacha: 40173625

Lotto in the Park

Next Monday’s Lotto will be held in the clubrooms in the Park. It will start at 9.00 and will finish at 10.00pm The event always draws a big crowd of parents and supporters to the Park, with tea, sandwiches etc provided. There will be the usual prizes. Beidh fáilte mhór roimh gach duine ar an oíche sin. We would be glad if a number of people could bring some sandwiches, buns, tarts etc on the night. Please let Anne Shanley know if you can help in this way.

Cycle Sponsorship

Almost all of our sponsorship has been returned with just a couple who have yet to return sponsorship. The event was an outstanding success. Mile Buiochas to all who contributed. Below is a list of all of those who cycled and collected sponsorship but a large number of people contributed that did not cycle.

 

The following cyclists completed the route from Ballinamore to Roscommon and have returned their sponsorship cards. Thank you all very much

Beirne, Charles

D’Arcy, John

Dolan, Joe

Duignan, Michael

Harte, Lynda

Honeyman, Ollie

Keegan,Diarmuid

Logan, Gerry

McHugh, Raymond

McHugh, Dessie

McHugh, Philip

McIntyre, Kevin

McLoughlin, Paul

McLoughlun, P J

McLoughlin, Thomas

McLoughlin, Sarah

Milton, Francis

Murphy, Adrian

O’Connor, Carol

O’Brien, Linda

O’Reilly, Jennifer

O Suilleabhain, Brid

O Suilleabhain, Sean

O Suilleabhain Ruairi

Prior, Paddy

Quinn, Michael

Quinn, John

Reynolds, Gerard

Reynolds, Peter

Sweeney, Brendan

Sweeney, Dermot

McKiernan, Patrick

O’Connell, Muiris

McCaffrey, Diarmuid

The following gave sponsorship towards the event which made the event very successful .

Ballinamore Credit Union

Burns, Tom

Burns, Brendan

Connacht Council GAA

Connaughton, Patsy

Crossan, Bernie

Crossan, Sean

Duffy, Andy

Ferguson, Gertie and Ray

Mahon, Ciaran

McWeeney, Tomas

Moran, Tommy

Murphys Shop Brigids St

O Suilleabhain, Cormac

Prunty Pitches

Quinn, Patricia

Scollans Butchers

Smith, Gary

Prior, John

Wrynn, Adrian

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 19 Iuil 2010  

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine

This weekend we can relax and look at other teams battling it out with double fixtures in the Park on Saturday and Sunday. On Saturday in the senior Championship Carrigallen play Cloone at 6.00 and Glencar/Manor play Allen Gaels at 7.30. On Sunday in the Intermediate Championship Gortletteragh play Ballinaglera at 2.30 and Fenagh St Caillins play Aughnasheelin at 4.00. Stewards will be required on both days. Oughteragh Gaels played in the Minor Championship last night Tuesday and again on Wednesday next.

Seniors win against Kiltubrid

Our seniors had a well-deserved but narrow win over Kiltubrid on Saturday last. With a major battle between the bottom 4-5 teams in Division 1, this was another important win. This was a close game all through. Kiltubrid got the first point but Paul Prior (Free), Shane Moran and Shane Murphy put us 0-3 to 0-1 up. Kiltubrid got a point but Sean Murray scored a great long range point and Paul Prior pointed to leave us 0-5 to 0-3 ahead at half-time. Paul Prior got a further point from a free but then Kiltubrid got four points in a row to level it. It was tit-for-tat as Paul Prior put us one up with a free, Kiltubrid leveled again, Shane Moran scored the best point from play of the hour and then with time almost up Kiltubrid leveled again. When it looked we would have to settle for a draw Paul Prior scored a wonderful point from a line ball about 14 yards out. To crown it all he hit another free over from 50 yards to leave us winning by 0-10 to 0-8.

Foireann: Denis Dolan, Matthew Murphy, Paul McLoughlin, Shane Ferguson, Wayne McKeon, Liam Ferguson, Ronan O’Rourke, Adrian Smith, Anton Arandelovic, Brian Cafferty, David Duignan, Seán Murray (0-1), Paul Prior (0-6f), Shane Moran (0-2), Sean Murray (0-1). Subs: Philip Murphy for M Murphy, Anthony McTague for B Cafferty.

Under 14s start with a win

Our under 14s won their second championship game with a fairly comfortable win over Dromahair last week. Again their scoring rate was very high and it ended 5-14 to 2-13 to Ballinamore. Next game is against Gortletteragh on this Friday at 7.00 in Gortletteragh.

Foireann: Fergal Curran, Mark O’Reilly, Brian Leyden, Adam Goldrick, Barry McGovern, Niall McGovern, James Hamill, Dean McGovern, Peter Reynolds, Donal Feely, Oisín McCaffrey, Paddy Connaughton, Luke Murphy, Conor Maxwell, Kevin Mullen. Subs used: Daragh Murphy.
Cycle Sponsorship

Next week we intend to publish the list of those who collected sponsorship for the cycle to Roscommon. There are a few people who have yet to return sponsorship so we would like to have everyone included in the list. Please get all sponsorship to Brid Sullivan by this weekend at the latest.

Wexford Hurler with Ballinamore connections

We have been watching the progress of Wexford hurler Liam Óg McGovern. Last Wednesday Dublin narrowly defeated Wexford in the Leinster Under 21 Final and one of the stars of the Wexford team was Liam Óg McGovern, son of Liam McGovern of Aghoo. We expect it will not be long before Liam will be starring for Wexford seniors.

Lotto 

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Bobby Joe’s. Pota Óir  €3,250. Buaiteoir  €40 for those present on last Monday night: Séamus MacMurchaidh. Buidéal uisce beatha ó Ciaran agus Cathy Smyth: Aodán Mac Samhráin.  €40 an duine: Stephen McGoldrick, Boley, Colleen Beirne, Aghoo, Michael Dolan, Church St, Trevor Rice c/o McGirl’s, Hugh McTague Jnr, Church St.  Uimhreacha: 06327415

Lotto in the Park

Our next Lotto in the Park will be held on Monday week 2 August, the bank holiday weekend. The event always draws a big crowd of parents and supporters to the Park, with tea, sandwiches etc provided. There will be the usual prizes. Beidh fáilte mhór roimh gach duine ar an oíche sin

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 12 Iuil 2010  

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine

Senior League game against Kiltubrid in Kiltubrid on Saturday. Check fixtures for time of match.

Main pitch closed 

The main pitch will be closed for all activity from this Tuesday 13 July to Friday 23 July for ten days in order to repair and reseed areas of the pitch. All training and matches must take place on the back pitch. Absolutely no exceptions.

Under 14s start with a win

Our under 14s started their championship campaign with a comprehensive win over Allen Gaels on Monday night. A very good start with two goals from Kevin Mullen set them on the road to victory. By halftime it was 2-8 to 0-1 and really there was no way back for Allen Gaels.

Foireann: Fergal Curran, Mark O’Reilly, Brian Leyden, Adam Goldrick, Barry McGovern (1-1), Niall McGovern (2-2), James Hamill, Dean McGovern (0-1), Donal Feely, Paddy Connaughton (0-1), Luke Murphy (0-3), Oisín McCaffrey, Kevin Mullen (2-3), Peter Reynolds (0-7), Conor Maxwell (0-1). Subs used : Darren Maxwell (1-0), Darragh Reynolds.

Walkovers 

We conceded both of our division 5 games last Friday and on Sunday. This is a disappointing end to the season for our third team. Unfortunately Adrian Murphy and John Quinn could not get the numbers out on either occasion.  We certainly need more commitment from this panel. There are at least thirty potential Division 5 players yet it was not possible to get 15 out. In 2006 we won this Division and were promoted to Division 4. We returned to Division 5 in 2008. It is a surprising come-down to end up in second place from the bottom out of 13 teams this year, but we did give three walk-overs, some of which could of course have been won.

Sean O’Heslins Ladies

League: The ladies lost to a strong St. Mary’s team in Carrick-on-Shannon on Thursday last.  Next league game takes place Sunday 18th July against Ballinaglera at 7.30pm in Ballinaglera. Training:  Wednesday 8.30pm, and Friday time yet to be confirmed.

Spectacular Disco

Club spectacular disco this Friday night at the River Venue. A must for all teenage boys and girls.

Lotto 

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn sa Siopa Óil. Pota Óir  €3,200. Buaiteoir  €40 for those present on last Monday night: Margaret McKeon. Buidéal uisce beatha ó Gay Prior: Margie McLoughlin.  €40 an duine: Liam Gallogly, Carrigallen, Clare McLoughlin, Church St, Frank McNulty, c/o Prior’s, Redahan Girls, Yonkers New York, Geraldine Dolan, Callowhill.  Uimhreacha: 07231564

Lotto sa Phairc

Our next Lotto in the Park will be held on Monday 2 August, the bank holiday weekend. The events always draw a big crowd of parents and supporters to the Park, with tea, sandwiches etc provided. There will be the usual prizes. Beidh fáilte mhór roimh gach duine ar an oíche sin

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 5 Iuil 2010  

 

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Division 5 game in Gortletteragh on this Friday at 8.15 in Gortletteragh. The final League game for our third team is on Sunday in Mohill at 1.30 against Mohill. Under 14s play their first game in the championship on Friday night at 7.00 in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin against Allen Gaels

Juniors lose to Cloone

Our game against Cloone in Division 5 league was dominated by the wind on Sunday morning. Although it was largely a cross wind, we were playing somewhat against it in the first half and were down by a dramatic 1-12 to 0-2 at half time. The lads tried very hard in the second half and crept back bit-by-bit, ending the game with two late goals, one from a penalty by Stephen Beirne and the second finished by Sean McCartin. It ended a respectable 2-13 to 2-8 win for Cloone. It was great to see a strong panel out for this game which we hope will continue for the final two games, with the Championship coming up then.

Foireann: Adrian Murphy, Declan Murray, Gavin Brennan, John Fanning, Eoin McHugh, Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin, Freddie Walsh, Jason Kellett, Conor McTague, Tommy McCormack (0-2), Ryan Gavin (0-1), Gordon Hughes (0-1), Daryl McFarland, Adrian Gallogly (0-1), Seán McCartin (1-2). Subs used: Stephen Beirne (1-1), Naoise Hayden, Stephen McTague and Peter Dolan.

Ballinamore Harvest Jamboree

What is that!!!. Yes the Ballinamore Harvest Jamboree and it is the next big event in the town, that is after the Festival. On the weekend of 27-29 August there will be a wonderful weekend of activity in the Park. There will be a Carnival marquee there for the whole weekend with a full programme of activities. There will be a céilí on the Friday night with the Annally Céilí Band. An American Tea Party on the Saturday with Music provided by Lovebug. There will be a free Kiddies Disco early on the Saturday. Monster Bingo on the Sunday. All of these events will take place in the Park and more details will be available later.

American Tea Party

One of the exciting events on the Ballinamore Harvest Jamboree weekend will be the American Tea Party. It is a while since such an event was held in Ballinamore. They were wonderful occasions in the 1980s and it will very exciting to see one in Ballinamore again. There will be the added excitement of it taking place in a marquee in the Park. At the moment we are looking for host/hostesses to take a table for ten, in other words getting ten friends or family members to come at a contribution of €15 each. The host person provides the food, which dosn’t need to be elaborate, just basic food as the whole idea is a good night’s entertainment. There will be music and dancing also. Anyone interested in hosting is asked to contact Helena D’Arcy at 087 2378514 or Helen Harte at 087 2372438 as soon as possible. .

Sponsored Cycle

As the money comes in the wonderful success of the “Cycle to Roscommon” becomes more apparent. There are still a few people who have yet to return sponsorship. Brid Sullivan would like to finalise the accounts on the event so please forward sponsorship by this weekend. We forgot to thank Dessie and Sheila Kiernan for facilitating us with their window for advertising the event. Finally John Darcy has a kit bag, which wasn’t collected following the cycle to Roscommon. Please contact John Darcy or Brid Sullivan.

Lotto 

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Prior’s. Pota Óir  €3,150. Buaiteoir  €40 for those present on last Monday night: Michael Quinn. Buidéal uisce beatha ó David McCabe: Aodán Mac Samhráin.  €40 an duine, Maura Mulvey, Aughnasheelin, Patsy Creamer, Lahard, Aodhán mac Samhráin, Lahard, Alice McTague, Kiltygerry, Mary Quinn, Ardrum. Uimhreacha: 52061473

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 28 Meitheamh 2010  

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine

Division 5 game against Cloone on Sunday in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin at 1.00pm 

Seniors first win in League

Up to Saturday last we had played six league games without a win and we were meeting Carrigallen who had played six games and hadn’t lost. It really was a turning point for Sean O’Heslins to come out of this contest with a win and they really did it in style with their best performance in a long time. At half time we led by 0-5 to 0-1 but it should have been at last three more as we hit three or four bad wides in the last five minutes. Sean Murray got three points, David Duignan got one and Paul Prior pointed a forty-five. The test came when Carrigallen hit the net within minutes of the restart.  However we got good points, especially one long range from Paul Prior and a great free from David Duignan. Despite further pointed frees from David Duignan and Paul Prior it was level after fifteen minutes of the second half at 0-9 to 1-6. In the final five minutes we scored 1-2 to Carrigallen’s 0-1. Paul Prior pointed a free to get the lead with about two minutes left. Paul McLoughlin then hit a god point and Wayne McKeon put it beyond Carrigallen’s reach with a fisted goal just on time.

Foireann: Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin, Shane Ferguson, Patrick McLoughlin, Philip Murphy, Wayne McKeon (1-0), Liam Ferguson, Ronan O’Rourke, Adrian Smith, Paul McLoughlin (0-1), Brian Cafferty, Anton Arandelovic, David Duignan (0-3,2f), Paul Prior (0-4,3f), Ryan Gavin, Sean Murray (0-3). Subs: Anthony McTague for B Cafferty, Shane Murphy for R Gavin, James McWeeney for Philip Murphy.

Juniors Lose to Leitrim Gaels

Our Juniors in Division 5 lost to Leitrim Gaels on Friday evening last. At half time it was level at 1-6 apiece. We played well in that half with points in turn from Gordon Hughes, Tommy McCormack, Jason Kellett, a goal from Adrian Murphy followed by points from John Fanning, a particularly good one from Gordon Hughes and a pointed free from Seán McCartin. Leitrim Gaels got an early second half goal and we faded away after that. Declan Murray, Eoin McHugh and Seán McCartin did get points but it ended 2-11 to 0-9 for Leitrim Gaels.

Foireann: Cormac O Suilleabháin, Joe McTague, Gavin Brennan, Francis Dolan, John Fanning, (0-1), Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin, Eoin McHugh (0-1), Conor McTague, Jason Kellett (0-1), Tommy McCormack (0-1), Adrian Murphy (1-0), Gordon Hughes (0-2), Daryl McFarland, Declan Murray (0-1), Seán McCartin (0-2). Subs: Peter Reynolds and Freddie Walsh.

 Sean O’Heslins Ladies

Our under 12 girls had a good win over Annaduff last Thursday, well done girls. The juniors drew with Gortletteragh on Sunday. Next game on Wednesday 7 July at 8.00 against St Mary’s in Carrick. Sean O’Heslins Ladies would like to express sympathy to Carol and the O’Connor family on the death of her grandmother, Sadie O’Connor.

Blazers Basketball club are holding their annual summer camp in Ballinamore Sports Complex for girls aged 7-16 years from Monday 16 August to Friday 20 August. Cost €40. More information from Michelle at 087 9390980 or Emma 086 1650290

Sponsored Cycle

Brid Sullivan would like to get all of the remaining sponsorship in as soon as possible. All cyclists who havn’t returned sponsorship are asked to do so by this weekend, if possible.

Comhbhrón

The club extends sympathy to the O’Connor Family, Killaneen on the death Paddy’s mother, Sadie O’Connor, in Moneygall, Co Offaly last weekend. Go ndéana Dia trócaire uirthi.

Lotto 

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn sa Poor Scholar. Pota Óir  €3,100. Buaiteoir  €40 for those present on last Monday night: Miley McKeon. Sponsored prize from Frank Flynn: Anthony McTague.  €40 an duine, Senan and Michele Harte, Willowfield Rd, Ciara Nangle, Séamus Mac Murchaidh, Liz Gill, Fenagh, Jim Dalton,  Uimhreacha: 06471325

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 21 Meitheamh 2010  

 Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine

Senior League on Saturday against Carrigallen in Park at 7.00. Division 5 on Sunday at 2.30 against Leitrim Gaels in Leitrim

 Amazing success for Ballinamore Hurlers at Féile na nGael 

Ballinamore’s under 14 hurlers became the first Leitrim team in the history of Féile na nGael to win their division. That was the amazing outcome of Paddy O’Connor’s charges on their visit to Féile in Clare at the weekend. Never in the 40 years of Féile has any Leitrim  team had such a dramatic run of success in the Féile na nGael. The team beat Doora-Barefield from Clare, Kilmayley from Clare, St Felim’s from Cavan and then Ennistymon from Clare in the semi final and Old Christians from Limerick in the Final. Great credit is due to Paddy O’Connor the Manager of the team and his helpers Denis O’Brien, Hugh Murphy and Noel Gilheany. The team in the Final was: Brian Leyden, Philip Dolan, Conor Gilheany, Kevin Mullen, Pearce Dolan, Dean McGovern, Cathal O’Sullivan, Luke Murphy (Capt), Brian Deering, Conor Gaffney, J J McGovern, Donal Feely, Dylan O’Sullivan, Peter Reynolds, Fergal Curran. Subs Niall McGovern, Paddy Connaughton, John McGovern, Darragh McBrien, Aaron McLoughlin and James Hamill. (See pictures of the team under Photos – Hurling/Iomaint)

The Big Cycle to Roscommon 

It was a wonderful occasion as our team of cyclists made the journey to Roscommon on Sunday last. The main body of cyclists started at 8.30 and arrived around 12.30 in Roscommon. The event was a wonderful success financially and a great tribute to all of the cyclists who put in such an effort to collect sponsorship. Thanks also to

Connacht Council and the Gardaí for permission. To all who manned the bucket collection on the day and especially to those who cycled but still gave another two hours standing with a bucket. To Shannonside radio who were very generous with their air time to promote us, to the Leitrim Observer and staff, Church parish newsletter, Leitrim Sports Partnership, Tomas McWeeney, Kilglass Gaels GAA Club, Jim McCausland, Manager of Casey’s Centra Roscommon for accommodating us on a very busy day for him. Thanks also to all of the van and car drivers who accompanied us on the journey. Brid Sullivan put a big effort into organising this event over the past five months to ensure its success.

 Conceding Games

Three times in the past month we have conceded walk-overs to other clubs. We conceded a senior shield game on 6 June and a Division 3 game last weekend as well as a Division 5 game on 23 May. This all happened in glorious summer weather. Football is all about playing games and there needs to be a serious reason for foregoing any game. Whatever the reasons, it need to be looked at closely, because apart from all other issues it costs the club €100 every time we concede a game apart from the loss of playing time to players.

Sean O’Heslins Ladies

League: Next league game takes place this Sunday 27th June at 12pm in
the Park against Gortletteragh.  Support would be appreciated. Training:  This Wednesday at 9pm and Friday at 9pm. Church gate collection: Thanks to all those who supported our church-gate collection last weekend.

Seniors lose in Shield

A very depleted Senior team were well beaten by Mohill on Friday night. It finished 3-7 to 0-5. Foireann: Gavin Brennan, Gordon Hughes, Liam Ferguson, Matthew Murphy, John Fanning, Joe Honeyman, Shane Ferguson, Anton Arandelovic, Brian Cafferty, Anthony McTague, Paul Prior (0-3), Shane Murphy, Shane McWeeney, David Duignan (0-2), James McWeeney. Subs used Donal Leyden, Tommy McCormack, Kevin O’Connor and Declan Murray.

Philip Farrelly plays in Chicago

Good to see Philip Farrelly lost no time in getting to play in Chicago. He is now playing with the Padraig Pearse’s club. He arrived there on a Wednesday, trained on a Thursday and played on the Sunday.

Well done Wayne 

Although Leitrim didn’t win on Sunday one of the best performances came from Wayne McKeon in the half-back line. Well done Wayne.

Schools win Shield

Congratulations to the boy’s school on winning the Division 1 Shield Final last week

Comhbhrón

The club extends sympathy to the Banks family, Willowfield Rd and the Smith family High St on the death of Mary Banks in Ballymote. Mary was mother of Alan Banks and Mary Banks Smith. Go ndéana Dia trócaire uirthi.

Lotto 

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Pat Joes. Pota Óir  €3,050. Buaiteoir  €40 for those present on last Monday night: Margaret McKeon. Buidéal uisce beatha ó Liam McGirl; Ollie Moran.  €40 an duine, Hugh McTague Snr, P J Dolan/John Harte, Hugh McTague Jnr, Paddy Prior, Lahard, Michelle Reynolds (Lotto on Line winner). Uimhreacha: 47536210

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 14 Meitheamh 2010  

 

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Seniors play Shield game against Mohill in the Park on Saturday at 7.00. This is followed by a Div 3 game against Kiltubrid at 8.30. Under 16s play Drumkeerin in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin on Friday at 7.00

Cycling to Roscommon – Just a week to go 

Sunday is the big day for our cyclists as the set off form the Church at 8.30am sharp in the morning for Hyde Park, Roscommon. Brid Sullivan has spent the last five months rounding up the cyclists and encouraging them and many have been seen practicing on the roads to Ballinamore over the past while. Collecting of sponsorship has been going well too. The route will be via Mohill, Rooskey, Scramogue, Ballyleague and on to Roscommon and should take about 4 hours in most cases. See them off on Sunday morning and we hope the sun will shine for our cyclists and for Leitrim.

Seniors beat Eslin in shield

Our seniors had a good win over Eslin in the Shield on Saturday. It finished 2-12 to 1-4.  Foireann: Denis Dolan, John Fanning, Paddy McLoughlin, Matthew Murphy, Anthony McTague, Joe Honeyman, Ronan O’Rourke (0-2), Adrian Smith, Paul McLoughlin, David Duignan (0-5), Anton Arandelovic (0-1), Shane Murphy (0-2), Paul Prior (0-1), Ryan Gavin (1-1), Sean Murray (1-0). Subs used Brian Cafferty and James McWeeney. 

Seniors in Aughawillan Final 

Our senior, fielding a fairly experimental line-out beat Drumreilly and Fenagh to reach the final of the Aughawillan Tournament on Sunday. They lost to Aughawillan in the final. Comhghairdeas to Aughawillan on their fine new facilities and Míle buíochas for having all of our teams there for the occasion.

Ladies Draw in 9 a side thriller

All the excitement took place in Leitrim Gaels pitch last Saturday with the 9-a-side final between Sean O’ Heslins and Manorhamilton ending in a draw after extra-time. Our Ladies got off to a good start with Ciara O’Dowd getting the opening score of the game.  It was an exhilarating match with excellent displays of passing and scoring from both teams, and nail-biting excitement as Manorhamilton scored a goal to level the game in the final moments. With the score even at  Sean O’Heslins 3-7 to  Manorhamilton 2-10, the match went into extra-time.  In extra-time it was again our Ladies who opened the scoring, with an excellent point from Deborah Gilheaney, and they remained in the lead at half-time.  The Manorhamilton team kept the pressure on and scored another goal in the dying moments of the game to again leave the scoreline level, the match ending with both teams scoring 4-10 a piece.  Thanks to all those who came out to support the team, and hopefully there will be an even bigger crowd at the replay to cheer on our girls.  The date for the replay is yet to be announced. Training continues Wednesday at 8.30pm and Friday at 9.00pm in the Park.
Team: Carol O’ Connor, Kirby Gilgunn, Katie Duignan (0-01), Michelle Fanning, Laura O’ Dowd (3-03), Ciara O’ Dowd (0-03), Orla McWeeney, Deborah Gilheaney (1-03), Sarah McLouglin, Claire Fanning, Lynda Harte, Niamh Smith, Hillary Quinn, Aisling Flaherty, Paula Kelleher, Áine Martin, Leighanne Gallagher, Maeve Murphy, Kathryn Toolan, Catherine Smith.
Congratulations to U14 Leitrim Ladies:  Congratulations to the U14 Leitrim Ladies team who won the All-Ireland B Final on Sunday.  Sean O’ Heslin’s were proud to be represented on the team by Sarah Beth Reilly and Éilís O’Dowd.  Congratulations to all the girls and their management on this brilliant feat.

Hurling  

Best of luck to our under 14 hurlers who are off to Doora Barefield, Co Clare to represent Leitrim at Féile na nGael ag an deireadh seachtaine.

Congratulations to Morgan Quinn who played at full-forward for Leitrim Hurlers on Sunday when the had a second win in the Lory Meagher cup against Cavan

GAA news from Qatar

Hugh Gough has sent us the following update on Gaelic Games in Qatar.

Since I moved to Qatar last may I’ve been to three tournaments with the Qatar GAA team Oryx na hÉireann. First up was the Asian Gaelic Games (9 a side tournament) in Bangkok in October where we had two teams. Unfortunately the A & B (I was playing for the B team) teams didn’t fair that well as we both crashed out after the group stages in A & B leagues.

Next up was Bahrain Gaelic Games (9 a side tournament) in November where again we had two teams and two women’s teams as well. The A team made to the semi final of the A league but were knocked out by Dubai. The B team (whom I was playing with) made it to the final of the B league but we were defeated by my old team and the hosts the Arabian Celts.

The last tournament of the season was the Dubai Gulf Gaelic Games in February where we only had one team attending, we were affected by a mass exodus after Christmas. I was playing in goal for the A team where we were very much under rated by the other teams and ran out easy winners in all our games up to the final.  We met Dubai in the final and the game was a well-fought close encounter but we won the tournament by a point with the last kick of the game. We’ve had a good season but training starts back in July when we’ll be training in 40 degrees “at night” preparing for the Asian Gaelic Games in Hong Kong in September. Hope all is well at home and the club is doing well.

 

Philip Farrelly plays in Chicago

Philip Farrelly didnt lose any time in getting to play in Chicago. He arrived there on a Wednesday, trained on the Thursday and played hid first game on Sunday. Well done Philip.

U-12 Football

Our U-12 footballers have a blitz this Wednesday evening away to Annaduff at 7pm.

We have already played Fenagh and Allen Gaels over the last couple of weeks and we played some excellent football on both occasions.

We were also involved in a tournament hosted by the St Mary’s club in Sligo town for the Paddy Clifford cup on Sat. 5^th June. Many thanks to St Mary’s for the invitation.  We played 3 group games losing narrowly to Tubbercurry of Sligo and Salthill/Knocknacarra and beating Enniskillen Gaels. The competition was won by Castlebar Mitchell’s who beat Salthill in the final. The squad of players on duty on the day were Darragh Murphy, Adam Goldrick, Niall McGovern, Kevin Mullen, Darragh Reynolds, James Hamill, Darren Maxwell, Christopher Maguire, Barry McGovern, Damian Creaven, Jamie Sweeney, John Conway, Sarunas Gaidelions, Conor McGrath, Cathal McHugh, Stephen Flynn, Emma McGovern, Jack Gallogly.

Plunkett Cup

On last Saturday we played Aughawillan in the annual Plunkett Cup which we won. Our team was captained by Cait Connaughton who is a grand niece of Micheál Plunkett after whom the cup is named. Panel on duty last Sat was Cait Connaughton, Darragh Murphy, Adam Goldrick, Niall McGovern, Kevin Mullen, Darragh Reynolds, James Hamill, Darren Maxwell, Mark Maguire, Christopher Maguire, Barry McGovern, Damian Creaven, Jamie Sweeney, John Conway, Sarunas Gaidelions, Conor McGrath, Cathal McHugh, Stephen Flynn, Emma McGovern, Jack Gallogly.

Tickets for the Match

Tickets for Sunday’s game will be on sale in the clubrooms on Thursday from 7-8pm. Those who have ordered tickets please collect them then. Tickets will also be available from Super Valu on Wednesday from 4.30 to 7.30

Limited number of club jackets on sale on Thursday as well. Place you order for club Hoodies and t-shirts with Patsy Connaughton.

Pósadh

Best wishes to Raymond Smith and Sarah Lynch who are getting married on Inisboffin on Friday. Sarah is from Thomastown, Co Kilkenny

Lotto 

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i McGirls. Pota Óir  €3,000. Buaiteoir  €40 for those present on last Monday night: Séamus Mac Murchaidh. Buidéal uisce beatha ó Ossie Costello; Thomas Prior, Lisculfee.  €40 an duine, Aodán Mac Samhráin, Lahard, Margaret Cassidy, Lahard, Martin Dowd, Sallyfield, Séamus Mac Murchaidh, Gary Donohoe. Uimhreacha: 53746021

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 7 Meitheamh 2010  

 Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Seniors play shield game against Eslin in the Park on Saturday at 7.00. Seniors play in Aughawillan tournament on Sunday starting at 12.00pm

Cycling to Roscommon – Just a week to go 

It promises to be one of the biggest events of the year for us as close on 50 people will head off at 8.30 on Sunday week for Roscommon. The participants have been waiting and preparing for the event for some months now and it could be a memorable occasion in more ways than one as Leitrim attempt to beat Roscommon and reach the Connacht Final. All of the participants are busy collecting money but if you havn’t been approached by any of them there are sponsorship cards in Kavanagh’s, Priors, Scollan’s Butchers and Murphy’s. We would like to thank all of the people who have agreed to participate in this event and, with huge debt on the Park, we would urge everyone to sponsor our cyclists. There will be a Parish cycle on Sunday next starting at 5.00pm from the Community Centre as a practice run.  

Big Weekend for Aughawillan 

Aughawillan have a big weekend coming up with the opening of their new Clubrooms and activities on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Aughawillan have completed wonderful new facilities at their grounds and many people from Ballinamore will be heading that way at the weekend. Our seniors will be taking part in a six club tournament  on Sunday starting at 12.00pm. This will be a very interesting event with Aughawillan, Aughnasheelin, Aughavas, Drumreilly and Fenagh taking part. Our under 12s will be taking part in the annual Plunkett Cup tournament on Saturday and our under 10s will be playing there also. Aughawillan have produced a book to celebrate the occasion and this will be launched by Tommy Moran in the Ballymac Inn on Saturday night at 10.00.  Comhghaireas do Achadh an Mhuilinn and we hope to see a big Ballinamore crowd there at the weekend.

Rose of Tralee – Comhghairdeas to Martha Gilheaney 

Congratulations to Martha Gilheaney who will represent Leitrim at the Rose of Tralee this year. Martha took part in Scór for Seán O’Heslins in Rince Foirne and won a county title with the club in Scór na nÓg in 2001.

Juniors Lose to Annaduff

We lost the Division 3 game to Annaduff on Monday evening. We had a terrible bad start and were 2-4 to nil down within ten minutes. We settled a bit then and it was 2-5 to 0-5 at half time. We didn’t do any better in the second half and it finished 2-12 to 0-8 for Annaduff.

Foireann: Denis Dolan, Kevin O’Connor, Gavin Brennan, Gordon Hughes, John Fanning, Ronan O’Rourke, Philip Murphy, Adrian Smith, Brian Cafferty (0-1), James McWeeney (0-1), Paul Prior (0-1f), Shane Murphy (0-1), Shane McWeeney (0-2f), Ryan Gavin (0-2), Tommy McCormack. Subs used: Joe McTague and Andrew Burns.

Junior B team lose to Kiltubrid

We didn’t win this game but it was great to see a good turn out after conceding last week’s fixture. It is all about playing football and well done to the panel of 19 present. Tommy McCormack was in good scoring form as was Ryan Gavin and it finished close enough at 2-10 to 1-9 for Kiltubrid.

Foireann: Peter Reynolds (0-1), Joe McTague, Gavin Brennan (0-1), John Fanning, Gordon Hughes, Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin (0-1), Cyril Smith, Jason Kellett, Joe Murphy, Stephen McTague, Adrian Murphy, Andrew Burns, Tommy McCormack (0-4), Ryan Gavin (1-2), Seán McCartin. Subs: Peter Dolan, Daryl McFarland, Freddie Walsh, Francis Dolan.

Sean O’Heslins Ladies – 9-a-side Final 

Our Ladies have reached the Final of the 9-a-side league which takes place this Saturday, 12th June, at 5pm in Leitrim Gaels pitch (Leitrim Village).  They have had an impressive run in this league so far and now face Manorhamilton in the final.  Please come along on the day and show your support for the Ladies team.

Training this week Wednesday at 8.30pm and Friday (time yet to be confirmed) in the Park.

Good luck with exams: 

The players and management would like to wish all the girls who are taking part in the Junior Certificate and Leaving Certificate exams the best of luck.  A particular mention to the Leaving Certificate girls: Ciara O’Dowd, Kathryn Toolan, Gillian Leyden, Ciara Martin and Róisín McTague.

Hurling  

Congratulations to Morgan Quinn who played at full-forward for Leitrim Hurlers on Sunday when the had a very significant win in the Lory Meagher cup against South Down. On Monday next

 Paudie Butler, the National Coaching Development officer, will conduct a training session with the County Under 14 Development squad at 7.00 . Any adult with an interest in hurling is invited to come and see this session.

Best of Luck

Best wishes to Philip Farrelly jnr who heads for Chicago this week. We hope he will be back to play in the Co Final in September ! Good wishes also to all of our players who will be doing exams this week. Go n-éirí libh go léir 

Lotto 

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Lawrences. Pota Óir  €2,950. Buaiteoir  €40 for those present on last Monday night: Brid Sullivan. €20 ó Jackie: Christopher McNiffe.  €40 an duine, David Spellman, Drumshanbo, Dermot O`Reilly c/o Bobby Joe’s, Geraldine Deane, Viking, Aughawillan, Paddy O’Connor, John Harte. Uimhreacha: 21567403

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 31 Bealtaine 2010  

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Division 5 game on Friday in the Park against Kiltubrid at 8.15. Senior Shield on Sunday in Manorhamilton at 3.00. Division 3 game against Annaduff on Monday in Annaduff at 2.00

Cycling to Roscommon – Three weeks to go

Hopes that London might leave us with a shorter cycle didn’t come to pass, but really, we have been geared all along to cycle to Roscommon on 20 June, and that is the way it will be. Only three weeks to go now, so we urge all our participants to work hard on the sponsorship and keep up the cycling practice.

Juniors lose to Mohill

Our Juniors in Division 3 were our most successful adult team this year so far, but it all went wrong on Sunday as we lost to Mohill by 2-13 to 0-6. We missed a lot of chances early on but it was still only 0-7 to 0-4 to Mohill at half time. Two quick goals to Mohill finished it in the second half.

Foireann: Denis Dolan, John Fanning, Joe Honeyman, Gavin Brennan, Kevin O’Connor, Philip Murphy, Ronan O’Rourke (0-1), Paul Prior, Brian Cafferty (0-1), Shane Murphy, Brian Beirne (0-1), Shane McWeeney, Andrew Burns (0-1), Ryan Gavin (0-2), Tommy McCormack. Subs used: Eoin McHugh, Cormac Ó Suilleabháin, Stephen McTague.

Division 5 game conceded

Unfortunatly we had to concede our Division 5 game to Glenfarne/Kiltyclogher on Sunday due to lack of numbers, or to a great extent lack of any response from players. The numbers turning out for both junior teams has been good this year, but we get let down once or twice every year. Fortunately the game was called off in time to save the oppostition travelling.

Sean O’Heslins Junior Ladies

The Ladies had another impressive win last Sunday, beating Aughnasheelin in the 9-a-side League on a scoreline of 9-11 to 1-05, putting them into the 9-a-side league final against Manorhamilton.  Although the girls got off to a nervous start and took a while to settle into the game they proved to be the dominant team on the day.  The scoring opened with an excellent point from Orla McWeeney, followed with a point from Laura O’Dowd and a goal from Ciara O’ Dowd.  It was an excellent display in all areas of the field, and the whole team got a run out.  Congratulations to Hillary Quinn who made her début on the team, big things are expected of her in the coming months!

Team: Carol O’ Connor, Kirby Gilgunn (0-1), Katie Duignan (0-1), Michelle Fanning, Laura O’ Dowd (3-2), Ciara O’ Dowd (1-1), Orla McWeeney (0-1), Deborah Gilheaney (1-1), Sarah McLoughlin (3-1), Claire Fanning, Lynda Harte, Aoife Smith, Niamh Smith (0-2), Ciara McTague, Hillary Quinn, Aisling Flaherty, Paula Kelleher, Aine Martin.

Thanks to all those who came out to support the Ladies, your support was greatly appreciated and hopefully there will be as big a turnout to cheer the girls on in the final against Manorhamilton in two weeks time.

Bon Voyage: 

The team and management would like to wish Aoife Smith, Aisling Duignan, and Maeve Murphy the best of luck as they all head off on their travels next week.  The good news is that they will all be back for in time for the Championship in September! Best of luck girls. Best of luck also to some of our girls who are running the mini-marathon at the weekend.

Under 14 Hurling

We played Gortletteragh on Saturday, 22^nd May in lovely sunshine in Gortletteragh. We had a number of players with injuries and had only the very bones in relation to numbers. After a great struggle in which Gortletteragh were in front on a number of occasions, we won by a few points in the final stages.  This was a very good game and both teams thoroughly enjoyed the game.  The team was:  Mark Plunkett, Philip Dolan, Luke Murphy, Conor Gilheaney, Cathal O’Sullivan, John McGovern, Dean McGovern, Donal Feely, Brian Leyden, John Joe Mc Govern, Peter Reynolds, Fergal Curran, Kevin Mullen

Under 16s Lose to Glencar/Manorhamilton

In this fourth round League match against Manorhamilton, Ballinamore failed to get a grip on the game at anytime throughout the hour despite trying hard. Conor Moran did well at corner back with his good positional sense. Mark McGrory scored a peach of a goal in the first half. At half time it was 2-5 to 1-5 for Manorhamilton. The Manorhamilton boys dominated the second half to leave the final score Manorhamilton 5-11 Ballinamore 1-7.

Foireann: Fergal Curran, Conor Moran, Anthony Maguire, Brian Leyden, Keelan McHugh, Kevin Banks, Cian Reynolds, Mark McGrory (1-0), Peter Reynolds, Nathán Gallagher (0-1), Jack Cullen, Dean McGovern (0-1), Luke Murphy, Cian McCaffrey (0-5), Billy Williams. Subs: Paddy Connaughton, Brian Banks, Conor Maxwell, Colm O’Reilly, Gerard Curran, Jack Bagge, Oisín McCaffrey and Evan Moran King.

Speedy recovery

A speedy recovery to Johnny McWeeney who got injured at the weekend.

Comhbhrón

Sympathy is extended to the McGourty Family, Church St on the death of Paddy’s mother in Drumshanbo recently. Go ndéana Dia trócaire uirthi.

Bás Christy McCaffrey

The death occurred today of Christy McCaffrey who was a member of our 1956 Senior Championship winning team. Christy was a native of Mohill but came to work in O’Connell’s Garage, High St in the mid 1950s and threw in his lot with Ballinamore. He played in the backs for most of the championship but was placed at right half forward for the final and contributed greatly to their victory over Melvin Gaels in the replayed final. Christy attended the 50 anniversary celebrations four years ago of that famous success and, when interviewed by Tommy Moran on the night, he proudly took the 1956 medal from his pocket: it was still a wonderful memory for him 50 years later. Solas síoraí ar a anam uasal. 

Lotto 

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Jackie’s. Pota Óir  €2,900. Buaiteoir  €40 for those present on last Monday night: Philip Farrelly. €20 an duine ó Terry Shortt: Josie Cryan, Kiltymooden agus Martina Farry, Lahard. €40 an duine, Lucy Dolan, Callowhill, Lorna Spellman, Drumshanbo, Mary Owens, Aughavas, Garret Moran, Stradermot, Martina Farry, Lahard. Uimhreacha: 56137204

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 24 Bealtaine 2010  

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Under 16s play Glencar/Manorhamilton this Wednesday in Manorhamilton at 7.00. Under 12 Blitz also on Wednesday at 7.00. Division 3 game against Mohill on Saturday in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin at 7.00. Division 5 game on Sunday at 2.30 against Glenfarne/Kiltyclogher in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin. 

Seniors lose to Bornacoola

 

Our seniors lost to Bornacoola on Saturday in the Shield. We were short a number of players and it finished 1-13 to 0-4. Foireann: Denis Dolan, Gordon Hughes, Patrick McLoughlin, Liam Ferguson, Anthony McTague, Shane Ferguson, Shane Murphy. Adrian Smith, Paul McLoughlin, Shane McWeeney, David Duignan, Ronan O’Rourke, Tommy McCormack, Ryan Gavin, Brian Cafferty. Subs used: Seán McCartin and Philip Farrelly

 

Junior lose to Drumreilly in Division 5

 

If wides counted for anything we would have won this game well. Our shooting in the first half was especially bad. Still we led at half time by 0-5 to 0-4 with points from Tommy McCormack, Michael Costello (two), Declan Murray and Ryan Gavin. It was as bad in the second half and we just got three points from Sean McCartin (free), John Fanning and Ryan Gavin. Drumreilly seldom attacked but they managed to get two goals, the second being the killer blow with minutes left.  It ended 2-4 to 0-8. It was great to see Declan Murray back playing his first game in 9 years. He got on the score sheet too. Fáilte ar ais Déaglán.

 

Foireann: Adrian Murphy, Joe McTague, Joe Honeyman, John Fanning (0-1), Eoin McHugh, Gavin Brennan, Freddie Walsh, Jason Kellett, Joe Murphy, Tommy McCormack (0-1), Diarmuid Keegan, Michael Costello (0-2), Seán McCartin (0-1), Ryan Gavin (0-2), Declan Murray (0-1). Subs used: Cyril Smith, Peter Reynolds, Daryl McFarland, Stephen McTague

 

Lotto Door to Door

 

Club members have been calling to households around the town asking them to do the Lotto each week. Many thanks to all of those who have agreed to help us by doing the lotto regularly. Houses in the remaining club areas will be visited shortly.

Under 16s lose narrowly to Carrigallen and Allen Gaels

For three games in succession our Under 16s have been leading at half-time but lost narrowly in the end. The lads played Carrigallen in a game of two halves, the first one dominated by Ballinamore who led by eight points at the breá, with goals from Nathan Gallagher and Luke Murphy. Carrigallen start4d to dominate the game and went ahead near the end. The boys never gave up and were rewarded with a Donal Feely goal at full-time. Score at the end Carrigallen 3-7 Ballinamore 3-5. The played Allen Gaels at home on Friday evening and played well in the first half leading by two points at the interval helped by goals from Cian McCaffrey and Jack Cullen. Drumshanbo then hit a purple patch scoring five goals in the second half. The boys fought back with a goal from Mark McGrory and points from Jack Cullen to leave the final score Allen Gaels 7-7 Ballinamore 3-12.

Foireann: Fergal Curran, Conor Moran, Anthony Maguire, Brian Leyden, Keelan McHugh, Kevin Banks, Cian Reynolds, Mark McGrory (capt), Peter Reynolds, Donal Feely, Jack Cullen, Dean McGovern, Luke Murphy, Jack Bagge, Cian McCaffrey. Subs: Nathan Gallagher, Colm O’Reilly Paddy Connaughton, Brian Banks, Conor Maxwell, Billy Williams, Evan Moran King.

Cycling and Sponsorship

Four weeks to go to our cycle to Roscommon. Remember the sponsorship must be returned by June 13^th. Safe cycling, and don’t forget to work on sponsorship

Sean O’ Heslin Ladies

The Ladies team have had two very successful weekends in a row.  They beat Annaduff in the 9-a-side league on the 16th of May on a scoreline of 5-10 to 1-4.

Last Sunday they gained a very convincing win over Ballinaglera on a scoreline of  10-15 to 4-4.  It was an excellent display of shooting and passing, with both teams putting in a huge effort despite the sweltering heat.  Team: Carol O’ Connor, Kirby Gilgunn, Katie Duignan, Emma O’ Dell, Ciara O’ Dowd, Orla McWeeney, Deborah Gilheaney, Sarah McLoughlin, Michelle Fanning, Laura O’ Dowd, Claire Fanning, Lynda Harte, Niamh Smith, Ciara McTague, Aisling Flaherty, Áine Martin, Paula Kelleher, Hillary Quinn, Aoife Smith.

Training continues Wednesday 7pm and Friday (time yet to be confirmed) in the Park.

Next match this Sunday, 30th May, in Aughnasheelin at 12pm vs Aughnasheelin, support would be greatly appreciated.

Under 14 girls beat Mohill

The under 14 girls had a good win over Mohill last wednesday evening in the park. It was a game that could of went either way. The sean O’heslins girls started of well with some great ball work & scoring. This was only the second game for the girls so far. We have now won 1 & lost 1 with still have 2 games remaining to be played.

Phone Found

Anyone who lost a phone in the park can you please contact Aisling Flaherty 0871364541

Blood Bank

Give blood on next Monday evening in Community Centre

Comhghairdeas

Congratulations to Francis Milton and Majella Roe from the good hurling territory of Castlecomer, Co Kilkenny who got engaged recently .

Lotto 

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn sa Heritage Bar. Pota Óir  €2,850. Winner of €40 for those present on the night: Gene Moran. Buidéal Vodka sponsored by Freddie Walsh: Paddy O’Connor. €40 an duine, Terence Boyle, Aughnasheelin, Killian Maguire, Drumreilly, Phil Appleby (Lotto on line entry), Martina Farry, Lahard, James Donohoe c/o Christopher McNiffe. Uimhreacha: 16073245

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 17 Bealtaine 2010  

 Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

U16s play Allen Gaels in Park Friday 21^st at 7pm. Senior Shield game on Sat 22 in Bornacoola at 7pm. Sunday 23^rd Div 5 team play Drumreilly at 2.30pm in Drumreilly

Good Victory for Juniors in Division 3

Our Junior A team are certainly hitting the high spots this year. Before Saturday last they had won three, and lost two narrowly, but the task of facing Fenagh’s first team, who were unbeaten in the League so far, looked maybe a step too far. In the first quarter we were up against it as Fenagh went into a 1-5 to 0-2 lead. Then we got good points from James McWeeney, Brian Cafferty and a magnificent one from Philip Murphy who sidestepped his way three quarters of the field before pointing. It was 1-5 to 0-5 in Fenagh’s favour at half time. Our second half performance was the best this year form any of our adult teams. Paul Prior pointed a free and then scored a great one from play. Shane Murphy and James McWeeney both got great long-distance points to level it. Fenagh went a point up again and with only five minutes left it looked likely the might hold on. Then Paul Prior pounced on a ball ten yards out and finished brilliantly. Two points up and Fenagh were shocked. Would they come back? No, the final minutes belonged to Ronan O’Rourke who had just come on a few minutes earlier. He really was a super sub as he started with a magnificent point against the side wind. He got two more good ones and Paul Prior pointed a free. So it was Ballinamore who ran out clear winners by 1-13 to 1-8

Foireann: Denis Dolan, Gordon Hughes, Joe Honeyman, John Fanning, John McWeeney, Ryan Gavin, Philip Murphy (0-1), Adrian Smith, Brian Beirne, Brian Cafferty (0-1), Paul Prior (1-4, 3f), Shane McWeeney, Shane Murphy (0-2), Stephen Beirne, James McWeeney (0-2). Subs Ronan O’Rourke (0-3) for S Beirne, Kevin O’Connor for J Fanning.

 Under 16s lose to Annaduff

We played Annaduff away in the opening game of the 15 a side League.. Ballinamore, playing with the wind, had scored 1-8 by half-time while Annaduff had yet to raise a flag. We started the second half brightly with goals from Colm O’Reilly and Jack Bagge but that was as good as it got. Despite the boys’ best efforts, Annaduff began to catch up and with five minutes to go drew level. Annaduff then scored 1-3 before the final whistle. It finished Annaduff 5-8 Ballinamore Sean O’Heslins 3-8

Foireann: Fergal Curran, Conor Moran, Anthony Maguire, Brian Leyden, Keelan McHugh, Kevin Banks, Cian Reynolds, Mark McGrory (capt) (0-2), Jack Cullen (1-4), Donal  Feely, Luke Murphy (0-1), Dean McGovern, Jack Bagge (1-1), Peter Reynolds, Colm O’Reilly (1-0) Subs:  Paddy Connaughton, Gerard Curran, Brian Banks, Conor Maxwell.

Cycling and Sponsorship

Five weeks to go to our cycle to Roscommon. Remember the sponsorship must be returned by June 13^th. Safe cycling, and don’t forget to work on sponsorship

Celebrity Jigs & Reels – buíochas 

One other person who gave sponsorship for our Celebrity Jigs and Reels was John McCartin, Newtowngore. Buíochas John.

Ladies News

Under 12 training in the park Thursday @ 5.30pm to 6.30pm.  New  members always welcome. Membership fee €10.00 per player. For more  information can contact Aisling Flaherty 0871364541 or aflahertygaa@hotmail.com

Comhbhrón

Sympathy is extended to the Sweeney Family, Tullyoscar on the death of Frank Sweeney. Buddy Kiernan, who died last week, grew up in Ballinamore and played football for Seán O’Heslins. Go ndéana Dia trócaire orthu. 

Lotto 

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn sa Commercial Hotel. Pota Óir  €2,800. Winner of €40 for those present on the night: Margaret McKeon. Buidéal Uisce Beatha sponsored by Bobby Jo’s: Brendan Burns. €40 an duine, Karen O Reilly, Doreen Flanagan, Angela Flanagan Church St, Mary Banks Smith, M Freehill. Uimhreacha: 21754630.

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 10 Bealtaine 2010  

Hail our Under 14 League Champions

 

Pride of place this week must go to our Under 14s who captured the under 14 League title with an absolutely incredible performance in the final in Páirc Seán on Sunday evening last. This was one of the best performances by a Ballinamore team in any grade in a long time. When you consider that Mohill beat us in last year’s under 12 final and won well, and that team made up the bulk of our under 14s this year it was a credit to the players and also to the mentors Patrick McKiernan (Manager) and his assistants: Patsy Connaughton, Colm O`Reilly, Hugh Murphy and Frances Maguire.

 

We had a blistering start with points from Kevin Mullins, Luke Murphy then a great goal from Luke Murphy and a point from Luke to leave us 1-3 to nil up before Mohill knew what hit them. Mohill got two points back, but Peter Reynolds and Oisín McCaffrey pointed. Two more from Mohill but we got four more from Oisín McCaffrey, Peter Reynolds and two from Paddy Connaughton to put us 1-9 to 0-5 up at half time. It was a good lead but was it enough? Peter Reynolds got a lucky enough goal after half time, Luke Murphy got a point but the score that really finished it was a penalty from Paddy Connaughton. After that it was all over. There were wonderful scenes of jubilation as Ballinamore took the Division 1 League for the second year in succession, but much more convincingly this year. The usual tour of the town was completed as Ballinamore achieved a famous victory. The trophy was presented to captain Dean McGovern, by his uncle, as it happened, Terence Boyle on behalf of Coiste na nÓg. Compliments to Mohill who played a very sporting game.  

(See pictures ot the team in Pictures- Underage/Faoi aois)

Foireann: Fergal Curran, Mark O’Reilly, Brian Leyden, Adam Goldrick, Barry McGovern, Niall McGovern (0-1), James Hamill, Dean McGovern (0-1), Peter Reynolds (2-2), Kevin Mullins (0-1), Paddy Connaughton (1-3), Oisín McCaffrey (0-2), Daire Murphy, Luke Murphy (2-3), Conor Maxwell, Subs: Donal Feely for C Maxwell, Conor Maxwell for D Murphy, Darren Maxwell for O McCaffrey, Daragh Reynolds for K Mullins and D Murphy for A Goldrick.

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Under 16s play Annaduff in Annaduff on Friday at 7.00. Division 3 League against St Caillin’s in Fenagh on Saturday at 7.00

Celebrity Jigs & Reels – Great success 

Our Celebrity Jigs and Reels provided a great night’s entertainment on Friday night in the Commercial Hotel. Thanks to the great crowd who attended. The participants who really kept everyone entertained were: Ross Dooner, Philip McHugh, Sarah McLoughlin, Philip Farrelly Jnr, Jerome Quinn, Betty Doonan, Chef Gallogly, Maura Mulvey, Michael Quinn, Orla McWeeney, Gordon Hughes, Sinead Earley, Conor Harte, Karina McHugh, Gavin Brennan, Sarah Sweeney, Joe McGivern, Mary Cassidy, Daryl McFarland, and Finbar Smith. The tutors were: Karina McHugh, Sarah Sweeney, Sinead Earley, Orla McWeeney and Orla Murphy. Thanks also to Drumreilly Novelty Act group, to Brendan Brennan who provided the music and Josie Creamer for sound and to Tommy Moran, the excellent Fear a tí. Our Moltóirí were Joey Smith, Orla Murphy and John O’Connell. The audience judged that Michael Quinn, tutored by Orla McWeeney was the winner on the night. Míle buíochas to the main organiser of the event, Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin. Thanks to the following sponsors of lucky dip prizes, McDevitts Pharmacy High Street, K & M Cleaners, Scollan’s Butchers, S & B Ni Shúilleabháin, Pat Joe Reynolds Hardware, Commercial Hotel, Bewleys Ltd and Lakeland Diaries. Also Ciarán and Kathy Smyth who sponsored the winner’s prize. The DVD of the night can be got from Seán O Suilleabháin at €10 each           (See photographs of the night under Pictures – New Pictures)

Lá na Club  

Our first Lá na gClub was held in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin on Sunday. There were a variety of events, which were enjoyed by one and all. 

Sean O’Heslins Junior Ladies

The Ladies play their first match in the 9-a-side league this Sunday against Annaduff at 12noon in the park.  Training continues Wednesday at 7pm and Friday (time to be confirmed). Thanks to all those who supported the bag pack in Super Valu last weekend, your support was greatly appreciated. The team and management would like to congratulate Leighanne and Deaglan on the birth of baby Tori, another star forward to look out for on the Ladies team in the future!  Congratulations also to Kate Mc Teague who celebrated her 21st at the weekend.  Good luck to all the College girls doing exams at the moment.

Under 10 Girls

Any under 12 girls who which to play with the Sean O’Heslins underage  team for the coming season, are asked to please come along Wednesday  evening between 5.45pm & 6.45pm to give there name & date of birth as  well as €10 membership fee if not already done.  If you can’t make it  on the Wednesday can you please contact Aisling Flaherty  on  0871364541 or by e-mail aflahertygaa@hotmail.com.  All under 12 girls  names & date of births must be given by Thursday 

Seniors lose to Aughawillan 

It looked at half time as if we could win this game, with the scores at 0-5 each and the sun and wind behind us for the second half. However, it didn’t work to plan although if James McWeeney’s shot didn’t come off the crossbar and Wayne McKeon’s free didn’t hit the upright, the result might have been different. Add in too some exceptional points from Aughawillan and you have the cause of our demise in this game. Pointed frees from Paul Prior (2) and one from David Duignan kept us there in the first quarter and two from play by Paul Prior and Wayne McKeon left it level at half time. We really played badly in the third quarter and were five points down at one stage. Paul Prior pointed two frees and Wayne McKeon got a point but there was still five in it when we got a penalty. Wayne McKeon finished well to the net but time was almost up and it finished 0-13 to 1-8.

 

Foireann: Philip Farrelly, Shane Ferguson, Patrick McLoughlin, Matthew Murphy, Jim McTague, Liam Ferguson, Philip Murphy, Adrian Smith, Paul McLoughlin, Anthony McTague, Wayne McKeon (1-2), Shane Murphy, Sean Murray, David Duignan (0-1f), Paul Prior (0-5,4f). Subs James McWeeney for J McTague, Ronan O’Rourke for S Murphy

 Cycle to Roscommon

Six weeks to go to our cycle to Roscommon. Remember the sponsorship must be returned by June 13^th. Safe cycling, and don’t forget to work on sponsorship

Comhbhrón

Sympathy is extended to the Duignan family, Main St on the death of Éamon Duignan last week. Go ndéana Dia trócaire air.

 Lotto 

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Bobby Joe’s Pota Óir  €2,750. Winner of €40 for those present on the night: Aidan McGovern. Buidéal Vodka sponsored Ciaran and Cathy Smyth: Séamus Mac Murchaidh. €40 an duine, Alan Gallagher Church St, Ray McCaffrey, Bawnboy, Paddy O’Connor, Killaneen, Peter Martin, Lahard, Rosaleen Donohoe, Boxmore. Uimhreacha: 76514302

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 3 Bealtaine 2010  

 

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine

We play Aughawillan in the Senior League on Saturday at 7.00 in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin. Under 14 League Final may be on Sunday, check fixtures.

Celebrity Jigs & Reels 

Our Celebrity Jigs and Reels takes place on this Friday night in the Commercial Hotel. “Hours” of practice have gone into making “dancers” of some of the participants. There are participants with All Irelands for acting like Ross Dooner, or Sarah McLoughlin for Ladies Football, but can they dance? Sin í an cheist? How will Jerome Quinn do for Aughawillan or Betty Doonan for Fenagh, or Chef Gallogly, yes he can cook, but can he dance for Drumreilly. Maura Mulvey danced for Aughnasheelin but can she dance with the likes of Mixer Quinn, Gordon Hughes (yes the Councillor!!) or Philip McHugh (another arm of the Council!!) Add in hopefuls like Conor Harte, Joe McGivern, Wayne McKeon, Daryl McFarland, Philip Farrelly jnr, Brid McGovern and Colm Brennan. It all starts at 9.30 to allow some of them to go to bed early after their exertions. See you all there.

Lá na gClub  

Lá na gClub takes place on Sunday next and there will be an afternoon of entertainment in the Park for boys and girls from the under 8s to the under 16s. It will all start at 2.00pm. The afternoon will include Fun games, football and hurling for both boys and girls. There will be penalty shoot-outs, Poc fada and other skills events. There will also be a talk for all age groups on the great history of the club, in the clubhouse during the afternoon. Everyone from under 8 to under 16 will be catered for. Of course the parents and supporters are welcome also. 

Seniors draw with Drumreilly 

One point is better than none, but it could easily have been two. At half time we led by 0-6 to 0-4 and with five minutes left we were still two up. However, Drumreilly got the final two points and levelled it well into extra time. Final score 0-11 each. 

Foireann: Philip Farrelly, Shane Ferguson, Patrick McLoughlin, Matthew Murphy, Jim McTague, Liam Ferguson, Philip Murphy, Paul McLoughlin, Adrian Smith (0-1), Wayne McKeon (0-1), Anton Arandelovic (0-1), Shane Murphy, Paul Prior (0-4), David Duignan (0-2), Sean Murray (0-1). Subs Brian Cafferty for A Arandelovic, Anthony McTague (0-1) for S Murphy.

 

Minors Lose League Final

 

Our minors put in a great performance in the Minor League 13 a side final in Fenagh on Friday. It was a great game throughout with Carrigallen holding the lead for all but the first five minutes. However, the Ballinamore lads never gave up even when they were 2-5 to 0-3 behind at one stage in the first half. A punched goal from Shane Moran brought us back into the game and at half time it was 2-6 to 1-5. It must be said that we had eight wides to Carrigallen’s three in the first half and we could have been closer.  Goals from Andrew Burns and Mark McGrory after the break brought us within a point at 3-7 to 3-6, but that was as close as it got. It finished 3-11 to 3-8. Overall, all of our players put everything into it and the fact that we had double the wides of Carrigallen would suggest that we could have been closer. However you would have to single out one player, Conor McTague, who gave an outstanding performance at midfield. It was as good as you would see anywhere.

 

Foireann: Kevin Banks, Cyril Smith, John Fanning, Eoin McHugh, Matthew Murphy, Jack Cullen, Conor McTague, Brian Beirne (0-4), Andrew Burns (1-0), Stephen McTague (0-1), Mark McGrory (1-1), Shane Moran (1-2), Dean Creaven. Subs: Anthony Maguire for D Creaven, David McLoughlin for M Murphy

 

Juniors Lose to Bornacoola

 

We had been doing very well in Division 3 with three wins out of four, but we lost to   Bornacoola on Sunday in a game we looked like winning for a long time. At half time it was level, 0-5 each, with Paul Prior getting four points, three from frees and Adrian Gallogly getting the other one. However Bornacoola get two second half goals and while we tried hard we just could not get the goal we needed. Brian Beirne, Adrian Gallogly and Paul Prior (2) got points. Then the game was held up for a long time when Joey Honeyman got injured. Fortunately, it wasn’t as serious as it looked at first. When the game resumed we got two points in the final minutes to leave it 2-9 to 0-11. We hope Joey has fully recovered by now.

 

Foireann: Denis Dolan, Gordon Hughes, Joe Honeyman, Eoin McHugh, Joe McTague, Ryan Gavin, Philip Murphy, Brian Beirne (0-1), Adrian Smith, Ronan O’Rourke (0-1), Paul Prior (0-6, 4f), Shane Murphy, Tommy McCormack, Adrian Gallogly (0-2), Shane McWeeney. Subs: Diarmuid Keegan (0-1) for R Gavin, Cormac Ó Suilleabháin for Shane Murphy, Stephen Beirne for S McWeeney, Andrew Burns for T McCormack, Gavin Brennan for J Honeyman.

 

Under 14 Qualify for League Final

 

Our Under 14s had a good win over Annaduff in the Division 1 League semi-final on Thursday last. They led by 1-7 to 0-2 at half time and it finished 3-20 to 1-6. Peter Reynolds was on top scoring form and scored 1-10. A speedy recovery to Donal Feely who got injured during the game. The final, against Mohill may take place this weekend but watch fixtures for details.

 

Foireann: Fergal Curran, Adam Goldrick, Brian Leyden, Mark O’Reilly, Barry McGovern, Niall McGovern, James Hamill, Dean McGovern, Donal Feely, Paddy Connaughton, Luke Murphy, Oisín McCaffrey, Kevin Mullins, Peter Reynolds, Conor Maxwell, Subs: Darragh Murphy, Darren Maxwell.

Under 14 Hurlers win Feile na nGael

Our under 14 hurlers are heading to Feile na nGael in Clare in June after a great performance in the County Féile Final on Monday last. They beat Glencar/Manorhamilton by 4-5 to 1-2. We have a great record in Feile this past decade, qualifying for Féile in 1999, 2000, 2003, 2005 and 2008. Feile takes place in mid June and the hurlers would  welcome sponsorship

Foireann: Brian Leyden, James Hamill, Conor Gilheany, Fergal Curran, Pearse Dolan, Dean McGovern, Cathal O’Sullivan, Luke Murphy (Capt), Brian Deering, Dylan O’Sullivan, Peter Reynolds, J J McGovern, Paddy Connaughton, John McGovern, Aaron McLoughlin, Subs used: Niall McGovern, Conor Gaffney, Mark O’Reilly, Kevin Mullen, Darragh Murphy. Other subs: Mark Plunkett, Philip Dolan, Donal Feely,

Cycle to Roscommon

Seven weeks to go to our cycle to Roscommon. Two messages to our 50 cyclists. Keep doing a bit of cycling, and don’t forget to work on sponsorship

Senior Hurling – Where are our Hurlers? 

Senior Hurling for Ballinamore usually means one game in the Championship. How often have we heard our senior hurlers saying, why can’t we have games earlier in the year, to give us some practice? Well, Paddy O’Connor went to great trouble to get a senior league going and the first game was organised for last Monday against Gortletteragh. A beautiful day and John Gilhooly had his team organised and ready in Gortletteragh. Paddy O’Connor texted 28 players and what response did he get? Most players never even responded. At 3.00 when it was time to go he had about half a dozen players. This simply isn’t good enough. It is most disappointing for people like Paddy O’Connor who put so much into organising hurling and here we have a fine day on a bank holiday weekend, and where are our hurlers? Yes, where were they? And what are phones for? At least players should have the decency to respond to text messages, even if it is to say they can’t be there.

Juniors get walk-over

Our Division 5 team got a walk-over from Eslin on Monday. We would have preferred a game, but for Eslin, it was probably the same situation as for our hurlers above.

Under 8 and Under 10s

Blitz next Saturday in the Park at 10.30 versus Mohill and Drumreilly. 

Lotto 

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn sa Siopa Ól. Pota Óir  €2,700. Winner of €40 for those present on the night: David O’Hara, Drumarigna. Buidéal Uisce beatha sponsored Gay Prior: Mike Martin c/o Priors. €40 an duine, Thomas McHugh, Brigid’s St, Aisling Maxwell, Dromore, Vera Brennan, Railway Rd, P J Dolan/John Harte, Brian McWeeney, Longstone. Uimhreacha: 36501472

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 26 Aibrean 2010  

 Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine

U14 play Annaduff in the Semi-final of League in Leitrim Gaels pitch  on Thursday at 7.00pm. The  Minor 13 a side final against Carrigallen in Fenagh on Friday at 7.00.

Div 1 team play Drumreilly in Drumreilly on Saturday 24th at 6.30pm. On Sunday Division 3 against Bornacoola in the Park at 4.00. Division 5 on Monday in the Park against Eslin at 2.30 

Scór 

Our Novelty Act group gave one of their greatest and most entertaining performances in Killarney on Saturday last. They didn’t win but there really was nothing between three groups on the night. The act went down extremely well and got a round of applause on a number of occasions. Indeed the curtain had to be pulled before the final line was given for fear we would be overtime, such was the reaction. By the nature of the act, most of the script fell to Brendan Brennan and  Ross Dooner and they gave it everything. Comhghairdeas to Ross, Brendan and Paddy Prior, Rowena O’Rourke and Brid Sullivan. As in past years the outing to Killarney was most enjoyable and the big Ballinamore and Leitrim support made it a great occasion.

It was wonderful to see Bornacoola winning the Trath na gCeist after so many years of trying. Congratulations to Aidan Dockery, Liam Rabbitte and Louise Staunton. 

Buíochas

Brid Sullivan, Scór Officer, would like to say thanks to all who helped in any way with Scór, especially last weekend. To Raymond McHugh, Camillus Martin and Maura Mulvey who helped on stage. Also to Josie Creamer who provided amplification for our Scór Concert.

Celebrity Jigs & Reels

Just a week to go to our Celebrity Jigs & Reels and it promises to be a big night on Friday 7^th May in the Commercial Hotel. Come along and support the club and you are guaranteed a fantastic night’s crack. Our talented dancers are as follows: Philip McHugh, Brid McGovern, Chef Gallogly, Mixer Quinn, Jerome Quinn representing Aughawillan, Betty Doonan representing Fenagh, Ross Dooner, Sarah McLoughlin, Philip Farrelly Jnr, Gordon Hughes , Conor Harte, Colm Brennan, Joe McGivern, Daryl McFarland, Wayne McKeon, Maura Mulvey

Philly McGuinness

The GAA world was stunned  by the tragic death of Philly McGuinness. Ballinamore players will particularly remember Philly when he played hurling for Ballinamore in the years when Mohill or Gortletteragh did not field a senior team. The last occasion was in 2007 when St Mary’s beat us in the semi final. His brother John also played for us on that occasion. He was a truly committed hurler as well as footballer and played at midfield on that last occasion for us. Ár gcomhbhrón dá chlann agus do chlub Maothail. Ní dhéanfar dearmad go deo air.

Féile na nGael

Ballinamore hurlers beat St Mary’s in the semi-final of Féile on Monday. They now play either Gortletteragh or Manorhamilton in the Final.

Lá na Club Meeting  

There will be a meeting in the clubrooms tonight Thursday 29 April to make arrangements for the activities that will take place for La na Club on the Sunday 9^th May. If you have any ideas as to what should take place come to the meeting and share your thoughts. Watch out for time of the meeting in next weeks notes or the parish newsletter.

 

Schools Football

Ballinamore Boys NS lost their first game to Fenagh on Monday night. Our team was: Darren Maxwell, Barry McGovern, Mark O’Reilly, Damian Creaven, Darragh Murphy, Adam Goldrick, Killian Dooner, Niall McGovern, James Hamill, Kevin Mullen, Ronan Maxwell, Daire Reynolds, Cathal McHugh, James Martin, Jamie Sweeney

 Celebrity Jigs & Reels

Just a week to go to our Celebrity Jigs & Reels and it promises to be a big night on Friday 7^th May in the Commercial Hotel. Come along and support the club and you are guaranteed a fantastic night’s crack. Our talented dancers are as follows: Philip McHugh, Brid McGovern, Chef Gallogly, Mixer Quinn, Jerome Quinn representing Aughawillan, Betty Doonan representing Fenagh, Ross Dooner, Sarah McLoughlin, Philip Farrelly Jnr, Gordon Hughes , Conor Harte, Colm Brennan, Joe McGivern, Daryl McFarland, Wayne McKeon, Maura Mulvey

Lotto 

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Prior’s. Pota Óir  €2,650. Winner of €40 for those present on the night: Padraig Seosamh Mac Lochlainn. Buidéal Uisce beatha sponsored by David McCabe: Walter Sharpley. €40 an duine, Aindrias Ó Dubhthaigh, Maureen Breen, Paul Kilcrann, Eslin, Dimitar Berbelov/Bounce Creamer Lahard. Pauline Moran, Lahard. Uimhreacha: 21365470

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 19 Aibrean 2010  

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine

U14 play Annaduff in the Simi-final of League in Cloone on Thursday 22 at 6.15pm. Also the Minor 13 a side final against Carrigallen in Cloone on Thursday 22 at 8pm. Div 1 team play Drumreilly in Drumreilly on Saturday 24th at 6.30pm. Div 5 game against Eslin (see fixtures from Co Board)

 Under 14s Beat Mohill

Our under 14s had a great win over Mohill on Friday evening last. Mohill got a few early points and they looked physically bigger than the home team. Ballinamore got a goal that settled the nerves and from then on they stuck to the task on hand. At half time the score was 3-4 for Ballinamore to 0-5 points for Mohill. This was a great game of football and the display in the second half was a team effort by all. Until the final whistle the game could have gone to either side but well taken goals by Ballinamore was the difference in the end.

Foireann: Fergal Curran, Adam Goldrick, Brian Leyden, Mark O’Reilly, Barry McGovern, Niall McGovern, James Hamill, Dean McGovern 0-2, Donal Feely 1-1, Paddy Connaughton, Luke Murphy 0-2, Oisín McCaffrey 1-0, Kevin Mullins 0-2, Peter Reynolds 2-2, Conor Maxwell 1-0, Subs: Darragh Murphy, Darren Maxwell, Daire Reynolds.

Our Div 3 team beat St Mary’s

The Div 3 team played St Mary’s in the park on Sunday at 1pm and put in a strong, solid performance. They also had their scoring boots on for this match and always looked like winning the game. At half time the score as 1-6 Ballinamore to St Mary’s 0-6.  In the second half St Mary’s got 2 goals and at one point St Mary’s went one point ahead but in the final quarter the Ballinamore forwards scored from all angles, totting up 2-6 in the second half. The final score was 3-12 to Sean O Heslins to St Mary’s 2-9

Foireann: Ruairi O Suilleabhain, Fred Walsh, Joey Honeyman, John Fanning, Gordon Hughes 1-0, Ryan Gavin, Owen McHugh, Paul Prior 0-2, Brian Beirne 0-1, Shane Murphy, Ronan O Rourke 0-2, Shane McWeeney 0-2, Tommy McCormack 0-2, Stephen Beirne, Adrian Gallogly 2-3

 Hurling

The Hurling officer for the club Paddy O Connor would like to thank all the people who contributed to the church gate collection for hurling in the area last Saturday and Sunday. To all the personnel who stood at the gates in Ballinamore and the surrounding parishes thank you all very much.

Sean O Heslin Ladies Football

The Ladies had a tough game on Sunday against a strong Annaduff team. Annaduff got off to a good start with the big names on the team taking their scores. O’Heslins had a battle to face but they came out fighting after half time to put on a great display. Some excellent saves from goalie Carol O’ Connor and some fine scores from the forwards saw them come quickly back into the game, and even move ahead of the Annaduff team at one stage. The match finished 4-14 Annaduff 6-07 Sean O Heslins.

Foireann: Carol O Connor, Lynda Harte (captain), Áine Martin, Kirby Gilgunn, Katie Duignan, Emma O’ Dell, Ciara O’ Dowd, Laura O’ Dowd, Claire Fanning, Orla Mc Weeney, Deborah Gilheaney, Aoife Smith, Niamh Smith, Aisling Flaherty, Megan O’ Connor, Kathryn Toolan, Ciara Mc Teigue, Sarah Beth Reilly. Training continues Wednesday at 7pm and Friday (time yet to be confirmed), new players are welcome to attend. The team and management would like to welcome home Sarah McLoughlin, it’s great to have her back after her travels!

Div 1 team drew with Annaduff

Our senior team played Annaduff in Ballinamore on Saturday last. We had a number of injuries going into the match but we managed to share the points with a last minute free taken by Paul Prior. We struggled to get scores in the first half while Annaduff got some great points. At half time the score was Annaduff 0-6 to Ballinamore Sean O Heslins 0-2 and after losing Johnny McWeeney with an injury, things didn’t look good for us. In the second half at one stage Annaduff were 0-8 points to our 0-4, double scores but our lads never gave up. A well-taken goal by Ronan O Rourke who came on for the injured Johnny McWeeney brought us level 1-7 to 0-10 points with about four minutes to play. Annaduff hit us again with another point but in the dying moments of the game our corner forward was fouled and who better to level it, than Paul Prior. In the second half Sean O Heslins scored 1-6 giving us a share of the points, which was badly needed. The final score was Ballinamore Sean O Heslins 1-8 to Annaduff 0-11.

Foireann and Subs: Philip Farrelly, Patrick McLoughlin, Johnny McWeeney, Anthony McTague Liam Ferguson Jim McTague Paul McLoughlin, Adrian Smith, Brian Cafferty 0-1, James McWeeney, Shane Murphy, Paul Prior 0-5, David Duignan 0-2, Seanie Murray. Ronan O Rourke 1-0 for Johnny McWeeney, Shane McWeeney for James McWeeney.

 Philly McGuinness RIP

Deepest sympathy to the McGuinness family on the sudden death of Philly McGuinness. Our thoughts and prayers of our club and the wider community in Ballinamore are with you all during this very sad time. May he rest in Peace.

 Return of the Traveller

The McLoughlin family got a lovely surprise last Saturday when their daughter Sarah and her boyfriend Jason returned from their travels around Australia and the US. When Sarah announced in 2009 that she was going travelling around the globe nobody was lonelier for her than her family and friends but her club mates and the County panel also missed her on the playing field. We are all delighted to see her back safe and sound and it looked like she dodged and ducked the volcanic ash cloud to get home. Failte ar ais Sarah.

Scór Concert

Our Scór Concert in the Commercial Hotel on Friday 16^th April was an enjoyed by the small crowd present. A big thank you to all the performers Aisling Maxwell, Brendan Brennan, Katie Duignan, Aoife Smith and John O Connell. On the night we again had numerous raffle prizes and thanks here to all the businesses in town, who every year never refuse us, without them the function would not have been such a success. There are probably demands every week on these same business and in the current financial climate it is not easy for them but we wish them continued success in their business. We would like to thank John Harte and Paddy O Connor for doing the door and organising the raffle, Tommy Moran for doing Fear and Ti and also his help with the act. This act was an idea, which came from, none other than Brendan Brennan, from an experience with such a phone call from an Indian, promoting phone sales. Paddy Prior says he is writing next years act, he has got the bug, but Brendan is not having it, he says it’s a three year contract with Sean Sullivan. We thank the Commercial Hotel for the use of their premises and their hospitality. Shannonside radio are always willing to give publicity and also all the businesses in town who displayed our poster and finally the Leitrim Observer for their input into its publicity.

The following is the list of sponsors: Priors @ High Street, Gala Supermarket Railway Road, Sean O Suilleabhain, Commercial Hotel, Paddy Prior Lahard, Willie’s Fruit & Veg and Home Bakery, Michael McGovern of Donohoe’s Supervalu Main Street and Frank Flynn of Pat Joe’s Reynolds Bar. We also received donations from people who were unable to attend on the night. Thanks also to the County Scor Committee for their contribution. The above sponsors are wonderful sponsors to Scor and also to the club down the years, so support the sponsors, by doing so helps to keep jobs in our town. A sincere thank you to all concerned.

Finally we wish the group good luck in Killarney and we all hope that they can bring home a national title to the Club and County. Best wishes also to all the other clubs travelling to Killarney.

Next Disco

Don’t forget the Disco date at the Island Venue, Ballinamore Community Centre on Friday 23 April. This event is for all underage people who like to socialise with their friends in a safe environment. Word has it that the last disco was a spectacular show, not to be missed, so tell all your friends and relations in other areas to try it and experience this extravaganza.

 

La na Club Meeting

 There will be a meeting in the clubrooms on Thursday 29 April to make arrangements for the activities that will take place for La na Club on the Sunday 9^th May. If you have any ideas as to what should take place come to the meeting and share your thoughts. Watch out for time of the meeting in next weeks notes or the parish newsletter.

  

Bus to Killarney

The Sean O’Heslins coach to Killarney to the All Ireland Scór Finals on 24 April is leaving from the Square at 8pm. First stop Bornacoola GAA pitch to pick up Bornacoola passengers around 8.30pm. Next stop is Athlone at the Gilmartin roundabout for Galweigan passengers. There are still a few seats left on the bus so if you have decided to travel at this late stage, get touch with Brid Sullivan at 087 9173185.

U-8 & U-10 Club Go-Games blitz

The under 8 & 10 go-games club blitz will commence for 2010 on Saturday 24^th April, which has been designated National Play & Stay day by GAA headquarters. The purpose of these blitz is to afford all children meaningful playing time thus ensuring they have a very positive experience of Gaelic games. The following are the groupings for the blitz on 24^th April & 8^th May. First named club will host the blitz. April 24 in Ballinamore: Ballinamore Sean O’Heslins, Drumreilly & Mohill. 8^th May in Drumreilly: Drumreilly, Mohill & Ballinamore Sean O’Heslins.

Vodafone Support Your Club Scheme

Vodafone customers who recently agreed to sign up to the Vodafone Support your club for Sean O Heslins take note.  The Vodafone company have changed the rules for signing up and only the person who owns the phone can sign himself or herself up. It is very easy to sign up just follow the instructions after you go into the following site, http://www.supportyourgaaclub.ie/signup Put in your name, your mobile phone number and confirm your number, select Leitrim from the counties from the drop down arrow, and select Sean O Heslins for the club, tick the two boxes and submit your query. Confirm your entry. It will then thank you for doing your bit for the club and it will text you a code. This code must be entered within fifteen minutes to validate your registration. It is a painless way for the club to receive some return from such a big company. We must thank Vodafone for this sponsorship, which is at no cost to their customers, so register for your club now.

Cycle

There is just nine weeks to the big cycle to Roscommon on the 20^th June, it is time to be seriously thinking about doing some practice. Short cycles will continue from the Textile factory on the Golf Club Rd every evening at 7pm.

 Celebrity Jigs & Reels

The line up has been finalised for Celebrity Jigs & Reels. Some serious haydogs have found their dancing shoes and are taking to the boards on Friday 7^th May in the Commercial Hotel. Come along and support the club and you are guaranteed a fantastic night’s crack. Our talented dancers are as follows: ( if you are thinking to yourself, “ I never knew they could dance “… you were right, they cant !!

Philip McHugh, Brid McGovern, Chef Gallogly, Mixer Quinn, Jerome Quinn, Ross Dooner, Sarah McLoughlin, Philip Farrelly Jnr, Gordon Hughes , Conor Harte, Colm Brennan, Joe McGivern, Daryl McFarland, Wayne McKeon, Maura Mulvey

Lotto

 Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Poor Scholar Bar. Pota Óir  €2,600. Winner of €40 for those present on the night: Tom Burns. Prize Sponsored by Frank & Ita Flynn: Alan O Bruacháin.€40 an duine, Mary Fanning Ardrum, M J Finnegan c/o Boxmore, Adrian McGirl Drumreilly, Padraig S Mac an Phrióra Lahard, Margaret McKeon Aughatowny.

 

First 13

Sean Murray

Liam Ferguson

Shane Ferguson

Anton Arandelovic

PaulMcLoughlin

David Leyden

David Duignan

Wayne McKeon

Paddy McLoughlin

Jim McTague

Ronan O’Rourke

Shane Moran

Philip Farrelly

 

 

2nd 13

Johnny McWeeney

Denis Dolan

Matthew Murphy

Shane Murphy

Anthony McTague

Brian Cafferty

Paul Prior

Stephen Beirne

Shane McWeeney

James McWeeney

Kevin O’Connnor

Phiulip Murphy

Adrian Smith

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 12 Aibrean 2010  

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine

U14 football League has a 15 a side game in Sean O Heslin Park on Friday 16 against Mohill at 6.30pm. Div 1 team play Annaduff Saturday 17^th in Sean O Heslin Park at 6.30pm. The Div 3 team play St Mary’s in Sean O Heslin Park on Sunday at 1pm

Minor win

Our minor 13 a side team had a convincing win in Annaduff last Wednesday. The final score was 9-9 to 2-4. We are now in the 13 a side minor final against Carrigallen (see fixtures later)

Foireann: Kevin Banks, Dean Creaven, John Fanning, Jack Cullen, Matthew Murphy, Owen McHugh, Conor McTague, Brian Beirne, Andrew Burns, Stephen McTague, Mark McGrory, David McLoughlin, Shane Moran. Subs used: Jack Bagge, Daniel Sweeney, Cyril Smith, Conor Moran, Anthony Maguire.

 Under 14s Beat Melvin Gaels

Our under 14 had a successful trip to the northern part of the county last Friday evening. They beat Melvin Gaels in the 15-aside league in Kinlough.  An excellent team effort all round with some very well worked scores were the highlights, as well as a dominant display between the sticks by the ever improving Fergal Curran. Final score Sean O Heslins 6-11 Melvin Gaels 0-10. Next up for this team is against Mohill on Friday evening in Sean O Heslin Park at 6.30pm.

Foireann: Fergal Curran, Adam Goldrick, Brian Leyden, Mark O’Reilly, Barry McGovern, Niall McGovern, James Hamill, Dean McGovern, Donal Feely, Paddy Connaughton, Luke Murphy, Oisín McCaffrey, Kevin Mullins, Peter Reynolds, Conor Maxwell, Darragh Murphy, Darren Maxwell, Daire Reynolds.

Our Div 5 team lost to Fenagh St Caillin

Our 3^rd team played Fenagh St Caillin on Sunday last. The weather was glorious for football and congratulations to the Fenagh club for the wonderful improvements done in their park over the last year. At half time the score was 2-8 for Fenagh to 1-0 for the visitors. Scoring improved a bit for us in the second half and a few good saves by Fenagh deprived us of a better final tally. The final score Fenagh St Caillins 5-14 to Ballinamore Sean O Heslins 4-2.

Foireann: Peter Reynolds, John Fanning, Ryan Gavin, Joe McTague, Stephen McTague Cormac O Suilleabhain, Eoin McHugh, Jason Kellett, Stephen Beirne, Gordon Hughes, Brian Beirne 1-0,Tommy McCormack, Daryl McFarland 1-0, Adrian Gallogly 1-2, Seanie McCartin 1-0. Subs Enda Quinn for Stephen McTague and Stephen McTague for Daryl McFarland. Cormac O Suilleabhain switched with Peter Reynolds in goals in the second half.

Hurling

There will be a church gate collection for Ballinamore Hurling club on Saturday 17^th and Sunday 18^th in  Ballinamore and the hurling club areas. Please support these young hurlers to progress in the skills of our national game.

Under 16s

Our U16s are drawn in a group in the 15 a side competition against Allen Gaels, Manorhamilton, Melvin Gaels and Carrigallen.

Scór Concert

Our Scór Concert is in the Commercial Hotel on Friday 16^th April and it will be the last chance to see our Novelty Act before the group travel to Killarney for the All Ireland final on 24 April. The function will start at 9.30pm.

The Scor committee and all in Sean O Heslins would like to congratulate Liam Rabbitte and Irene Guckian on their marriage on Easter Monday. We wish them a long and happy life together. Liam is on the Bornacoola quiz team with Aidan Dockery and Louise Staunton, which qualified for the Scor All Ireland final in Killarney. Louise is also performing in the recitation. We wish them luck and all the other Leitrim items, St Mary’s Ballad Group, Manorhamilton Figure Dancers, Leitrim Gaels music. 

Next Disco

Our next Disco date at the Island Venue, Ballinamore Community Centre is on Friday 23 April. The last disco was enjoyed by all, so tell all your friends and relations in other areas to try it and experience this extravaganza.

 

Sean O’Heslin’s Ladies

 The Ladies have their next league outing against Annaduff this Sunday 18th April at 10.30am in Annaduff. They had a busy weekend with challenge matches against Milltown and Belleek, thanks to all those who attended the games.  Training continues Wednesday at 7.30pm and Friday evening (time yet to be confirmed). Any ladies who are interested in joining the Club are encouraged to attend.

 

Bus to Killarney

Sean O’Heslins are running a bus to Killarney to the All Ireland Scór Finals on 24 April. Anyone from inside or outside the club who wants to travel with us get in touch with Brid Sullivan at 087 9173185

Vodafone Support Your Club Scheme

A number of Vodafone customers have recently agreed to sign up to the Vodafone Support your club for Sean O Heslins.  The Vodafone company have changed the rules for signing up and only the person who owns the phone can sign himself or herself up. It is very easy to sign up just follow the instructions after you go into the following site, http://www.supportyourgaaclub.ie/signup Put in your name, your mobile phone number and confirm your number, select Leitrim from the counties from the drop down arrow, and select Sean O Heslins for the club, tick the two boxes and submit your query. Confirm your entry. It will then thank you for doing your bit for the club and it will text you a code which you must enter to validate your registration. That’s it, its simple. We wish to thank all the people who are signed up and ask all the recent customers who wished to be signed up by Brid Sullivan, that they can only sign up themselves due to the text message with the code number to validate the registration.

Lotto 

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Pat Joe’s Bar. Pota Óir  €2,550. Winner of €40 for those present on the night: Myles McKeon Camagh, Buidéal ó Liam McGirl, M Brady Lahard. €40 an duine, Tommy McWeeney, Longstone, Ballinamore, Christopher McNiffe, Church Street, John Harte, Lahard, Mona Creamer, Lahard, Tommy Dolan Rósóg. Uimhreacha 04316257

U-8 & U-10 Club Go-Games blitz

The under 8 & 10 go-games club blitz will commence for 2010 on Saturday 24^th April, which has been designated National Play & Stay day by GAA headquarters. The purpose of these blitz is to afford all children meaningful playing time thus ensuring they have a very positive experience of Gaelic games.

The following are the groupings for the blitz on 24^th April & 8^th May. First named club will host the blitz. April 24 in Ballinamore: Ballinamore Sean O’Heslins, Drumreilly & Mohill. 8^th May in Drumreilly: Drumreilly, Mohill & Ballinamore Sean O’Heslins.

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 5 Aibrean 2010     

 

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine

 Minors play Annaduff tonight Wednesday at 6.30 in Annaduff . Under 14s play Melvin Gaels in Kinlough on Friday. Juniors play Division 5 in Fenagh on Sunday at 2.30.

 Seniors lose to Glencar/Manorhamilton

It hasn’t been a good start for our seniors, so far, in the League. However, on this occasion we were playing the County Champions, so that has to be taken into account. It was a close enough game all through but Manor were deserving winners by 0-12 to 0-7

Foireann: Philip Farrelly, Shane Ferguson, Paddy McLoughlin, Matthew Murphy, Jim McTague, Liam Ferguson, Johnny McWeeney, Anton Arandelovic (0-1), Brian Cafferty, David Duignan (0-1), Paul Prior, Anthony McTague, James McWeeney (0-1), Wayne McKeon (0-2), Sean Murray (0-1). Subs Shane Moran for P Prior, Paul McLoughlin (0-1) for B Cafferty, Ronan O’Rourke for A McTague, Shane Murphy for J McWeeney and Adrian Smith for S Murray

 Juniors lose to Allen Gaels 

For fifty-five minutes it looked as if we were going to win this game. Then Allen Gaels got two goals in a minute and that was it. It was one of the wildest days that blew and, unfortunately, we had to play with the wind in the first half. Never a good position to be in. We struggled early on and Allen Gaels got vital points. A penalty goal from Paul Prior got us going and then a great point from a sideline from Paul Prior, plus a superbly finished goal from Shane Murphy gave us a bit of a lead. By half time we led by 2-7 to 0-4, but the difficulty in playing with the wind in the first half is that no lead is enough. It was almost impossible to take the kickouts and it required someone to hold the ball steady to get a kick at it at all. Allen Gaels, with the gale behind them, came back in the second half with points and it was 2-8 to 0-12 with about eight minutes left. Then a great bit of passing and Adrian Gallogly finished to the net to put us five up. However, a couple of defensive lapses let Allen Gaels in for two goals and that was it, 2-13 to 3-8

 

Foireann: Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin, Kevin O’Connor, Michael Costello, Joe Murphy, Ronan O’Rourke, Philip Murphy, Enda Quinn, Adrian Smith, Brian Cafferty, Shane Murphy (1-2), Paul Prior (1-3), James McWeeney (0-1), Shane McWeeney (0-1), Stephen Beirne, Adrian Gallogly (1-0). Subs: Ryan Gavin for M Costello, Stephen Beirne (0-1), for B Beirne, Eoin McHugh for R Gavin.

 Under 14s beat Dromahair

Our under 14s had their second win in the league when they beat Dromahair on Saturday morning. Ballinamore got a great start with two goals from Luke Murphy. Dromahair fought back well but Luke Murphy struck twice again for goals before half time. The half-time score was 4-2 to 1-3. Peter Reynolds got another good goal after half time and Darragh Murphy, just on the field, scored a great point. Dromahair never gave up but O’Heslins were strong all over the field. Luke Murphy was the star of the game with five goals, and there was nothing soft about any of them, all of them were well-finished. It ended 6-5 to 2-5.

 

Foireann: Fergal Curran, Mark O’Reilly, Brian Leyden, Adam Goldrick, Barry McGovern, Niall McGovern, James Hamill, Peter Reynolds (1-3), Dean McGovern, Patrick Connaughton, Donal Feely, Oisín McCaffrey, Kevin Mullins, Luke Murphy (5-1), Conor Maxwell, Sub: Darragh Murphy (0-1) for O McCaffrey.

Club Players on Co Minor team

 Well done to our County Minors who drew with Longford on Saturday and are unbeaten after three games. Shane Moran and Brian Beirne were playing and Matthew Murphy was in the subs

 Lá na gClub

 Lá na gClub will take place this year on Sunday 9 May. Because we were so close to the opening of our new facilities we did not have any events for Lá na gClub last year. If you have any ideas for this year please contact Patsy Connaughton 087 6846578

Celebrity Jigs & Reels.

On Friday 7th May, the club will host Celebrity Jigs & Reels in the Commercial Hotel. Ten local celebrities will take to the stage and show off their dancing skills and it is guaranteed to be a great nights craic. Some of the Riverdance wannabes that will entertain us on the night are Ciaran Smyth, Niall “Chef” Gallogly, Philip McHugh, John O’Connell, Adrian Wrynn, just to name a few. So spread the word, Friday 7th May at 9pm.

Lotto Promotion

 The club will be visiting every house in the town and club area over the next few weeks to ask people to support our Lotto on a regular basis. Many people do the Lotto weekly but many others would do it if they were asked and if a system was in place to collect or hand in tickets. Please help us by doing the Lotto on a weekly basis.

New Referees

Congratulations to our two new Réiteoirí: Michael Quinn and Adrian Smith. Over the years the club has been slack in providing referees and the only one from the club in recent years had been Walter Sharpley. Adrian and Michael have qualified recently. Go n-éirí leo amach anseo

Hurling in Los Angeles

Karl Sharpley, who played both football and hurling with us is now playing hurling with the St Patrick’s Hurling club in Los Angeles. Karl has previously played football in Spain along with other Ballinamore men like Conor Smyth. Good to see so many Ballinamore men in far flung places playing their native games and good to see the games taking place in such varied places.

 Next Disco

Our next Disco date at the Island Venue is on Friday 23 April

 Sean O’Heslin’s Ladies

Our Juniors lost to Manorhamilton on Sunday. More details next week.

Ladies Player of the Year

The Ladies Player of the Year award was presented on Monday night at the Lotto Draw in the Clubrooms. The person voted as winner by the players themselves was Gillian Leyden. Comhghairdeas Gillian

Bus to Killarney

Sean O’Heslins are running a bus to Killarney to the All Ireland Scór Finals on 24 April. Anyone from inside or outside the club who wants to travel with us get in touch with Brid Sullivan at 087 9173185. Under 18’s must be accompanied by a parent.

Scór Concert

We always have a Scór Concert in the Commercial just before the All Ireland Finals. With our Novelty Act in the Finals again there will be a fund-raising concert in the Commercial on Friday 16 April. More details later.

Lotto

 Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i McGirls. Pota Óir  €2,500. Children’s prizes: €20 each: Shaneen McGovern, Cornacree, Niall McGovern, Lisacarn. €10 each and Easter Egg: Thomas D’Arcy, Fohera, Conor McHugh, Killaneen, Dean McGovern, Lisnatulla, Jessica Smith, High St. Adult Winner of €40 for those present on last Monday night: Camillus Martin, Christopher McNiffe, Séamas MacGabhann.  €40 an duine: Pat Cahill, Ray McCaffrey, Sharon O’Dowd, Mayo, Joan McBrien, Aughawillan, John Harte and Herbie. Uimhreacha: 54301276

Training

Under 8 training on this Friday in the park from 7-8pm.

U-8 & U-10 Club Go-Games blitz

The under 8 & 10 go-games club blitz will commence for 2010 on Saturday 24^th April, which has been designated National Play & Stay day by GAA headquarters. The purpose of these blitz is to afford all children meaningful playing time thus ensuring they have a very positive experience of Gaelic games.

The following are the groupings for the blitz on 24^th April & 8^th May. First named club will host the blitz. April 24 in Ballinamore: Ballinamore Sean O’Heslins, Drumreilly & Mohill. 8^th May in Drumreilly: Drumreilly, Mohill & Ballinamore Sean O’Heslins.

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 29 Marta 2010     

 Club Meeting 

A general club meeting will be held on Good Friday in the clubhouse at 9.00pm. All members are asked to attend 

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Gallogly Catering Division 3 game against Allen Gaels in Drumshanbo on Saturday at 5.15. Senior League on Sunday in Manorhamilton against Glencar/Manor at 2.30. Under 14s play Dromahair in the Park on Saturday at 11.30. County minors play Longford in the Park on Friday at 5.00. After two great wins over Sligo and Roscommon this game will be worth a visit. 

Under 14s Start with a win

Our under 14s got a great start to their league campaign with a decisive win over Drumreilly. Ar half time O’Heslins led by 2-4 to 1-2 but they really got going on a goal spree in the second half and it finished 8-7 to 1-7. Luke Murphy and Conor Maxwell got two goals each and Kevin Mullins got 1-4. Overall it was a great team performance. Next game is against Dromahair in Easter Saturday at 11.30 in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin.

Foireann: . Fergal Curran, Mark O’Reilly, Brian Leyden, Adam Goldrick, Barry McGovern, Niall McGovern, James Hamill, Dean McGovern(1-1), Peter Reynolds, Paddy Connaughton(1-1), Donal Feely(1-1), Oisín McCaffrey, Kevin Mullins(1-4), Luke Murphy(2-0), Conor Maxwell( 2-0) subs|: Daire Reynolds, Daire Murphy, Darren Maxwell.

Seniors beat Aughavas in Shield

Our seniors had a comprehensive win over Aughavas in the Shield on Saturday evening. It ended  Ballinamore Sean O’Heslins 2-16    Aughavas  0-4

Foireann: Philip Farrelly, Shane Ferguson, Paddy McLoughlin, Philip Murphy,Johnny McWeeney, Liam Ferguson (0-2), Jim McTague, Anton Arandelovic (1-5), Brian Cafferty (0-1), Anthony McTague (0-1), Paul Prior (0-5), David Duignan, James McWeeney, Adrian Smith, Sean Murray ( 1-2).  Subs used Ronan O’Rourke, Shane Murphy, Ryan Gavin, Kevin O’Connor

Sean O’Heslin’s Ladies

The Ladies team are out for their second league match of the year against Glencar/Manorhamilton the 5th of April (Easter Monday) in the Park at 12pm.  This will be a tough match for the girls against a strong and experienced side.

Training continues every Wednesday and Friday, as always new members are welcome to attend.  The girls and management would like to wish a happy birthday to Maeve Murphy who celebrates her 21st this weekend.

Junior beat St Osnatts in Division 5

Our Juniors had their first win in three games when they beat St Osnatts on Sunday morning. The first half was very low-scoring at 0-3 to 0-2 in our favour. Adrian Gallogly pointed two and Sean McCartin pointed a free. In the second half Sean McCartin pointed an early free. Tommy McCormack got one from play. Then Adrian Gallogly finished a great move for another point. Eoin McHugh got on the score sheet and two further points came from Cormac Ó Suilleabháin and Stephen McTague. It finished 0-9 to 0-6.  Great credit is due to St Osnatt’s for making an 11.30 game the morning the time changed. Best of luck also to St Osnatts who are embarking on a pitch development.

Foireann: Adrian Murphy, John Fanning, Francis Dolan, Joe McTague, Michael Costello, Diarmuid Keegan, Eoin McHugh (0-1), Jason Kellett, Stephen Beirne, Cyril Smith, Cormac Ó Suilleabháin (0-1), Stephen McTague (0-1), Tommy McCormack (0-1), Adrian Gallogly (0-3), Sean McCartin (0-2f). Sub: Peter Reynolds for A Murphy.

Bus to Killarney

Sean O’Heslins are running a bus to Killarney to the All Ireland Scór Finals on 24 April. Anyone from inside or outside the club who wants to travel with us get in touch with Brid Sullivan at 087 9173185. All of tose who booked tickets for The Scor Finals are reminded that tickets must be paid for by this Friday to Brid Sullivan.

Scór Concert

We always have a Scór Concert in the Commercial just before the All Ireland Finals. With our Novelty Act in the Finals again there will be a fund-raising concert in the Commercial on Friday 16 April. More details later.

Ballinamore players on County Hurling teams

Last week we mentioned Ballinamore players on Leitrim football teams. Well on Sunday last Leitrim Senior Hurlers played a blinder against table-toppers, Monaghan. They had the game won until Monaghan hit two goals in the last five minutes. There were three Ballinamore hurlers on the team Morgan Quinn and Seán McWeeney in the half back line and Kevin O’Connor came on a as a sub and scored a great point. All three played significant parts in a great Leitrim display. Dan O’Brien has also played during the league.

Coaching Course

A club coaching workshop will be held in the club rooms at 7.30pm on Bank Holiday Monday which will focus on coaching U8,U10,U12 teams boys and girls including the introduction of the fundoo packs. The club coaches who completed the foundation level courses in 2009 will be presented with their certificates at 8.45pm.

Lotto 

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i bPáirc Sheáin Uí Eislin ag 9.00pm. Pota Óir  €2,450. Winner of €40 for those present on last Monday night: Aodán Mac Samhráin, Lahard. Buidéal uisce beatha ó Ossie Costello: Tom Burns.  €40 an duine: Bernadette Dolan, High St, Hugh McTague Jnr, Jackie Tanner, Mallow, Co Cork, Mollie Murphy, Willowfield Rd, Dawn and Edel Flynn and Stephen Bracken, 33 Lahard.. Uimhreacha: 06754321

Easter Lotto in the Park

Our Lotto on Easter Monday will be held in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin. The last time we held the Lotto there we had a great crowd and this will again be a family occasion. To suit parents and younger members of the club the Lotto will be at 9.00pm. As you all know we are trying to clear a debt of about €900,000 on the club development so we would ask all club members, parents of underage players and everyone to come to the Lotto on Easter Monday. Refreshments will be provided. Anyone who can help us on Monday night be baking a cake or a tart etc please contact Anne Shanley at 086 8538412

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 22 Marta 2010     

 Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Our seniors play Aughavas in Shield A on Saturday in the Park at 5.15. On Sunday in the Gallogly Catering Division 5 we play St Osnatts in the Park at 11.30. Our under 14s have their first League game in Drumreilly against Drumreilly on Saturday at 12.00. There is a National Hurling League game, Monaghan v Leitrim, in the Park on Sunday at 2.30.

Scor Glory for Leitrim and Sean O’Heslins

It was a glorious night for Leitrim in Loughrea on Saturday last and we were fortunate to share in that achievement when 6 Connacht titles came to Leitrim. Our Nuachleas with Brendan Brennan, Ross Dooner, Brid Sullivan, Rowena O’Rourke and Paddy Prior brought Sean O’Heslins to the All Ireland Finals for the third year in a row. “Tele sales” was considered to be well ahead of the other acts from Sligo and Roscommon and was deemed so by the adjudicators. We will have lots of company in Killarney on 24 April with Bornacoola, Glencar/Manorhamilton, Leitrim Gaels and St Mary’s all heading there also. Elaine Duignan was certainly a close contender for the Amhranaíocht title with her delightful singing of “The Rocks of Bawn”. Our success level in Nuachleas in Connacht is amazing. Sean O’Heslins have won the County Scor in Novelty Act on 17 occasions and on 16 of those occasions they have gone on to win in Connacht. Brendan Brennan was in Novelty Act that won the County Title on 10 occasions and he won on all ten occasions in Connacht. Brid Sullivan was in 14 Connacht Finals and won 13, so she must have been there on the one occasion when we failed to win in Connacht. For Rowena O’Rourke and Paddy Prior this was a first success in Connacht. Ross Dooner won his third successive Connacht award on Saturday.

Heading for Cill Airne on 24 April

We would like to see as many people travelling to Killarney as possible for what will be a great Leitrim occasion. Those who have travelled before will know that it is a pilgrimage not to be missed. The whole Leitrim contingent will be staying the Saturday night and it will be like a Leitrim Fleadh Cheoil into the early hours of the Sunday morning. There is a possibility that it will be the last All Ireland Scor in Killarney for some time at least and it unlikely there will be such a big Leitrim contingent again, so think about going. Tickets must be booked with Brid Sullivan by this weekend, but please do not book tickets unless you are sure of going because once booked they cannot be returned.

 Junior lose in Division 5 to St Mary’s

Our second Junior team lost to a strong St Mary’s on Sunday morning last. They were 0-9 to 0-2 behind at half-time and the second half was no different. It finished 2-17 to 0-6.

Foireann: Adrian Murphy, Michael Costello (0-2), Joe Murphy, John Fanning, Eoin McHugh, Jason Kellett, Neil Hughes, Stephen Beirne, Ryan Gavin, Cormac Ó Suilleabháin, Brian Beirne, Tommy McCormack, Daryl McFarland, Peter Reynolds, Sean McCartin (0-2). Subs: Cyril Smith for C O Suilleabháin

Juniors beat Gortletteragh in Division 3

Our first junior team had a good win over Gortletteragh on Saturday by 2-14 to 2-12. Playing against the wind they trailed by 1-10 to 1-4 at half time. Straight at the start of the second half James McWeeney hit a long range free straight to the net. With well-taken frees we went in front by three points but Gortletteragh got a point at the end.

Foireann: Cormac Ó Suilleabháin, Kevin O’Connor, Joe Honeyman, Michael Costello, Philip Murphy, Jim McTague, Ryan Gavin, Brian Cafferty (0-2), Adrian Smith, Ronan O’Rourke (0-1), James McWeeney (1-6), Shane Murphy (0-3), Shane McWeeney (1-1), Stephen Beirne, Adrian Gallogly (0-1). Sub Diarmuid Keegan for Ryan Gavin.

Championship Draws

We are drawn with Melvin Gaels and Mohill in the Connacht Gold Senior Championship. In the Junior A Championship we are drawn with Carrigallen and Mohill

Ballinamore men on County teams

Well done to three of our minors, Shane Moran, Matthew Murphy and Brian Beirne who played on the County Minors who defeated Sligo in the Connacht Minor League, also to Wayne McKeon who played for the Seniors against London and who had a very good game. It is great to see O’Heslins players on county teams after a few years with little or no representation and experience at that level is of great importance in building our own club teams.

Anyone with knowledge of web design?

Has any of our members experience of knowledge of web site design? We have problems with our current website and we are trying to get help with creating a new layout. Maybe someone in the club works in that area and might be able to advise us. If so give Seán Ó Suilleabháin a ring.

Lotto 

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Lawrences. Pota Óir  €2,400. Winner of €40 for those present on last Monday night: Noel Sweeney. €20 ó Jackie: Brid Sullivan.  €40 an duine: John Harte, Ollie Moran, Mike Fitzpatrick, Cloone, Samantha Whitworth, Doogarry, Tommy McKiernan, c/o Boxmore. Uimhreacha: 05416723

Easter Lotto in the Park

Our Lotto on Easter Monday will be held in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin. The last time we held the Lotto there we had a great crowd and this will again be a family occasion. To suit parents and younger members of the club the Lotto will be at 9.00pm. As you all know we are trying to clear a debt of about €900,000 on the club development so we would ask all club members, parents of underage players and everyone to come to the Lotto on Easter Monday

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 15 Marta 2010     

 Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

We play Gortletteragh at home in Division 3 on Saturday and St Mary’s in Division 5 on Sunday. Times not available yet. We may also have minor and under 14 games at the weekend. 

Theip ar an bhfoireann sinsear arís 

Our seniors lost their second game in the Gallogly Catering Division 1 League when Dromahair had a surprising but deserved win on Saturday. It looked an unlikely win after five minutes when we led by 0-3 to 0-0, with a pointed free from David Duignan and a point from play by David followed by a Paul Prior pointed free. Things changed when Dromahair got a point and then a goal. However we kept in touch and points from Ronan O’Rourke and James McWeeney and two magnificent long-range efforts from Anton Arandelovic put us 0-7 to 1-3 ahead at half-time. The second half was a disaster from our point of view. Dromahair got nine points and all we got was three pointed frees from Paul Prior and a late goal from James McWeeney. It finished 1-12 to 1-10 to Dromahair.

Foireann: Philip Farrelly, Liam Ferguson, Patrick McLoughlin, Matthew Murphy, Philip Murphy, Shane Ferguson, Anthony McTague, Wayne McKeon, Anton Arandelovic (0-2), James McWeeney (1-1) David Duignan (0-2, 1f), Brian Cafferty, Ronan O’Rourke (0-1), Paul Prior (0-4f), Shane Murphy. Subs: Jim McTague and Adrian Smith.

Oíche Mhór i Scór Liatroma 

We had a very successful night in Mohill, with Elaine Duignan winning the Amhranaíocht Aonair and our Nuachleas taking the title with “Tele sales”. It was  a night of great entertainment and our competitors in all events added to the occasion. In Rince Foirne and Tráth na gCeist we came out second best and Aisling Maxwell was a very close second to Elaine Duignan in the Amhranaíocht. Unfortunately Brendan Brennan could not take part in Aithriseoireacht as he was at this daughter Sharon’s wedding. Brendan was replaced in the Novelty Act by Raymond McHugh and we would like to say míle buíochas to Raymond for stepping in for Brendan for the occasion. Best of luck to all in the Connacht Finals in Loughrea on Saturday next.

Daichead Bliain de Scór

It was interesting to look at the mention of Scor winners in 1970 on the back of the Scór programme. In 1970 Geraldine Dooner was in the Seán O’Heslins Ballad Group which won the title in the first year of Scór and her daughter Rowena O’Rourke was in the winning Novelty Act in 2010, forty years later. Rowena has already won an All Ireland in Scór na nÓg.  Every win brings Scór success to someone new and for Paddy Prior this was his first year in Scór and he was part of the winning group. Our regular success in Nuachleas is illustrated by the fact that this was Raymond McHugh’s ninth time to be part of a winning act at County level and for Brid Sullivan it was her fourteenth. Ross Dooner has of course already had All Ireland success in both Scór na nÓg and Scór Sinsear, something not many has achieved. James Dooner, father of Ross won two county titles in the 70’s in Rince Aonair and Solo singing.

Bua ag na Cailíní

The Ladies had there first win on Sunday away to Bornacoola, with a great overall performance by all involved.  It was a great way to start the season with a win.  The girls played outstanding football throughout.  Next game is in 3 weeks time at home to Manorhamilton please support the ladies when the time comes.

Team: Carol O’Connor, Kirby Gilgunn, Clare Fanning, Lynda Harte (Capt) Michelle Fanning, Katie Duignan, Laura O’Dowd, Deborah Gilheaney, Ciara O’Dowd, Orla McWeeney, Aoife Smith, Niamh Smith, Emma O’Dell, Kathryn Toolan, Megan O’Connor, Siobhan McGovern, Erin Gilheany, Sarah Beth Reilly and Aisling Flaherty
Thanks to Leighann Gallagher and Kate McTague who helped out on Sunday.

Junior Ladies Training this Wednesday @ 1pm in the Park, can we please try and have as many out if possible.

 

 Football in Spain – Nuacht ón Spáinn 

News from Conor Smyth in Spain  – Costa Gaels GAA leg of the Spanish GAA Clubs here in Marbella this weekend, with teams from Madrid, Barcelona, Servilla, Valencia, Pamplona and the hosts. There was 3 Ballinamore men in action, Gerard McGovern (church street) at full forward for Marbella scoring 2-3 during the tournament, and Mark Kieran (main street) playing midfield for Madrid scoring 2-15 that being the top scorer in the tournament, also Conor Smyth (high street) assistant manager for Marbella, giving lots of helpful advice to the referees, when decisions went against Marbella. There was controversy also as Gerry McGovern did not have the correct papers, but Tommy Moran was in town and he sorted it out.
That’s the report for Marbella.

Under 14 Football

Our under 14s had a good win over Enniskillen Gaels on Sunday morning. Their first League game may be on Saturday next.

Lotto 

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Jackie’s. Pota Óir  €2,350. Winner of €40 for those present on the night: Gene Moran. €20 an duine ó Terry Shortt: Séamas Mac Murchaidh, and Margaret McKeon.  €40 an duine: John Harte, Michael McGovern, Gorvagh, Monica McFarland, Brian Mahon (on-line winner), John Fanning Ardrum.  Uimhreacha: 06724135

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 8 Marta 2010     

Seachtain na Gaeilge 

Seo Seachtain na Gaeilge agus táimid ag iarraidh ar gach duine píosa Gaeilge a úsáid chomh minic agus is féidir. 

Cluichí don Deireadh Seachtaine 

Beidh ar bhfoireann Sinsear ag imirt i gcoinne Dhroim Dá Thiar sa Gallogly Catering Roinn 1 ar an Satharn ag  4.45 i bPáirc Sheáin Uí Eislin 

Bua ar Dhroim Caorthainn i Roinn 3 

Our Junior A team had a good win over Drumkeerin on Saturday evening last in their first game of the year in the Gallogly Catering Division 3 League. For most of the first half it was very close and at half time we led by just 0-8 to 0-4 with the slope to face in the second half. Rory O’Rourke was in particularly good scoring form in that first half getting three points from play. Paul Prior (2), Brian Cafferty, James McWeeney and Adrian Gallogly got the rest. We played much better in the second half and points from Paul Prior, Stephen Beirne, James McWeeney, Brian Cafferty and Shane McWeeney put us well ahead. Then a very good goal from Adrian Gallogly put an end to the contest. Rory O’Rourke got two further points and Paul Prior another to leave it finishing at 1-16 to 0-6. For much of the game you would not have expected such a big winning margin but it is worth noting that only one point of that 1-16 came from a free.

Well done to Drumkeerin who have made great improvements to their pitch and a new training pitch since we played there last. In addition they are the only GAA club in the county with a handball alley.

Foireann: Cormac Ó Suilleabháin, Kevin O’Connor, Joey Honeyman, Michael Costello, Enda Quinn, Jim McTague, Philip Murphy, Adrian Smith, Brian Cafferty (0-2), Ronan O’Rourke (0-5), Paul Prior (0-4), James McWeeney (0-2), Adrian Gallogly (1-1), Stephen Beirne (0-1), Shane McWeeney (0-1). Subs Ryan Gavin for S Beirne, Diarmuid Keegan for S McWeeney.

Imreoir Nua 

Welcome to Ryan Gavin, a native of Co Tyrone who was playing his first game for the club when he came on in the second half Saturday. He played at midfield for the Junior B team on Sunday morning .

Bua ag Barr na Cuille orainn  i Roinn 5

Bhí bua ag Barr na Cuille orainn, 1-5 go 0-7 ar maidin Domhnaigh. This was a close game all through with very little in it. Sean McCartin was in form with the frees and he got three of our four scores in the first half with the forth coming from Neil Hughes. The decisive score came in the first half when Adrian Murphy was blinded by the sun in goals and the bell deceived him and ended up in the net. It was 1-3 to 0-4 at half time for Bornacoola. The second half was low scoring. Seán McCartin pointed another free early but we got no more scores until Peter Reynolds changed from goals to full forward and got two late points to leave one in it. He damn nearly got another in the last minute but it ended in a one point defeat. A good turn out for our first game on a cold but sunny Sunday morning. We wish a speedy recovery to the Bornacoola player who got injured in the final minutes of the game.

Foireann: Adrian Murphy, Michael Costello, Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin, Joe McTague, Alan Prior, Freddie Walsh, Eoin McHugh, Stephen Beirne, Ryan Gavin, Neil Hughes (0-1), Diarmuid Keegan, Gordon Hughes, Seán McCartin (0-4f), Adrian Gallogly, Cormac Ó Suilleabháin. Subs: Enda Quinn for A Prior, Peter Reynolds (0-2) for A Murphy, Jason Kellett for F Walsh, Daryl McFarland for S McCartin 

Bua ag Carraig Álainn ar na Mionúir 

Our minors lost to Carrigallen in the second round of the League on Saturday morning. It was a game that went to and fro and we got a great start with a pointed free from Shane Moran and a good goal, well finished , from Mark McGrory. Brian Beirne got two points from play from all of 60 meters and Stephen McTague got one from nearly as far. At one stage we led by 5 points.  Brian Beirne pointed a free and we led by  1-5 to 0-7 at half time. Very shortly after the restart great wirk started with a smart interception by Jack Cullen in defence and it led to an excellently finished goal from Shane Moran. We were now leading by five points again and doing well. However, Carrigallen got back into the game and a goal set them up. From then on we were struggling and, particularly, giving away soft frees which were mostly pointed. At goal from a well-taken penalty by Mark McGrory gave a glimmer of hope but it ended 2-16 to 3-9 for Carrigallen.

Foireann: Kevin Banks, Jack Cullen, Matthew Murphy, Dean Creaven, Eoin McHugh, Anthony Maguire, Brian Beirne (0-5), Conor McTague, Mark McGrory (2-1), Stephen McTague (0-1), Andrew Burns, David McLoughlin, Shane Moran (1-2).

Oíche Mhaith i Scór.

We had the highest representation of any club in the County with 8 items between Friday and  Saturday night. This was the best level of participation we have had in Scór Sinsear for a long time. The all did well too with 7 of the 8 items reaching the Co Finals, and our third quiz team almost made it. In Rince Foirne our dancers were: Orla Murphy, Erin Gilheany, Karina McHugh, Clíona McHugh, Sinéad Earley, Edel Farrelly, Marie O’Reilly and Vanessa Martin. In Amhranaíocht Aonair we had two singers: Aisling Maxwell and Elaine Duignan. Both did extremely well to be picked in the top 4 out of 17 singers who took part. Brendan Brennan recited and reached the final again. In Trath na gCeist we had three teams. One team with Andy Duffy, Niall Gormley and Seán Ó Suilleabháin got through as did Alan Banks, Patsy Connaughton and Cormac Ó Suilleabháin. A third team with Tomás McWeeney, Adrian Smith and Cyril Smith were close to it also. Our Nuachleas with Brendan Brennan, Paddy Prior, Ross Dooner, Brid Sullivan and Rowena O’Rourke are through also. Beidh na babhtaí ceannais i Maothail ar an Satharn seo chugainn ag tosnú ag 7.00.

Teenage Disco

Disco in The Island Venue in Ballinamore Community Centre on Tuesday next 16 March. The last won was enjoyed by all. Tell all your friends about the next one on the eve of St Patrick’s Day. We encourage all minor and underage players in the club to support these discos. Enjoy the crack and support the club at the same time.

Sean O’Heslins Junior Ladies

Training continues Wednesday at 8.30pm and Friday at 9.00pm.  All players are asked to attend and any ladies who may be interested in joining the Club are encouraged to come along.  The first match of the year is against Bornacoola and takes place this Sunday 14th March at 12.00 in Bornacoola.  Support would be appreciated.

Wayne McKeon Captains County Under 21s

The County Under 21s take the field in the Connacht Championship tonight in Cloone and good to see that Wayne McKeon has been selected as captain. Go néirí le Wayne agus an fhoireann. 

Pósadh  

Comhghairdeas to Sharon Brennan and David Smith who are getting married this Saturday. 

Comhbhrón 

Sympathy is extended to the Shay and Mary Reynolds and Family, Bornacoola, on the sudden death of Kevin at the weekend. Also to Nuala McGirl on the death of her father in Co Fermanagh. Go ndéana Dia trócaire orthu

Lotto 

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn sa Heritage Bar. Pota Óir  €2,300. Winner of €40 for those present on the night: Aidan McGovern, Tráthnóna. Buidéal Uisce beatha ó Freddie Walsh: P J McLoughlin, Oughteragh. €40 an duine: John McWeeney, Longstone, Mary Banks Smith, High St, Christine Murray, Killaneen, Michael McNiffe, Aughnasheelin, Miley McKeon, Camagh.  Uimhreacha: 73210456

 

First and Second 13s

The following are the clubs first and second thirteen named players for 2010

First 13 (Play in Division 1 only)

Philip Farrelly

Johnny McWeeney

Patrick McLoughlin

Matthew Murphy

Liam Ferguson

Shane Ferguson

Wayne McKeon

Anton Arandelovic

Paul McLoughlin

Anthony McTague

David Duignan

Ciaran Murray

Sean Murray

 

Second 13  (Play in Divisions 3 or 1 only)

Ronan O`Rourke

Jim McTague

Philip Murphy

Shane Murphy

Brian Cafferty

David Leyden

Shane McWeeney

Denis Dolan

Kevin O`Connor

Adrian Smith

Paul Prior

James McWeeney

Rory O`Rourke

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 1 Marta 2010  

 Fixtures 

Minor League on Saturday against Carrigallen in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin at 12.00. First round of Gallogly Catering Division 5 League on Sunday morning in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin against Bornacoola at 12.00. First game in Gallogly Catering Division 3 on Sunday at 4.00 in Drumkeerin against Drumkeerin. 

Seniors lose to Melvin Gaels 

Kinlough never seems to be a happy hunting ground for us and last Saturday was another of those days. We had more of the possession and more of the chances but just could not get the scores. You could not fault the effort. Passing was good, fitness was good but the finishing was awful. We scored three points during the hour and only one of those was from play. We had twelve wides, eight in the second half. On the other hand, Melvin Gaels were not much better. They also got just one point from play, plus the goal, which shows they got very little room from our backs. However, it is early days and accuracy can only improve. It was a terribly low scoring game. At half time it was 0-3 to 0-1 for Melvin Gaels, with our point coming from Ronan O’Rourke. We were playing with the hill in the second half and Melvin Gaels were down a man for a good part of it. We owned the field for most of the half but just could not get the scores.

Foireann: Philip Farrelly, John McWeeney, Patrick McLoughlin, Liam Ferguson, Jim McTague, Shane Ferguson, Philip Murphy, Anton Arandelovic, Wayne McKeon (0-1f), Ronan O’Rourke (0-1), David Duignan, Joe Murphy, James McWeeney (0-1f), Adrian Smith, Shane Murphy. Subs: Shane McWeeney for Joe Murphy, Shane Moran for Adrian Smith, Stephen Beirne for Ronan O’Rourke, Matthew Murphy for Jim McTague. 

Insurance  

There will be an Insurance briefing by Roger Clancy in the Bush Hotel on Thursday 4 march. Any mentors interested in hearing about the new Insurance arrangements please attend.

Minors win first league game

Tosnú maith, leat na hoibre! Our minors got a good start to their campaign in the 13 a side League and a good start to the game itself set them up for victory. A point from a free from Shane Moran followed by a quick goal from David McLoughlin. Then points from Conor McTague and another free from Shane Moran. David McLoughlin was really on form when he coolly finished to the net for his second goal. Points from Stephen McTague, Brian Beirne and Jack Cullen left it 2-6 to 0-3 at half time. Leitrim Gaels were far from beaten however and an excellent finish from a penalty brought them back into it. However a succession of points from David McLoughlin, Andrew Burns and Brian Beirne, followed by two outstanding long range points from Conor McTague put us well ahead again. Shane Moran and Mark McGrory got the final points. It was a good start to get a 2-14 to 1-6 victory but the result dosn’t do justice to the efforts of Leitrim Gaels. They hit the crossbar twice, once in each half and our goalie, Kevin Banks, brought off three great saves during the hour. Overall it was a good performance and a good start to the League.

Foireann: Kevin Banks, Dean Creaven, John Fanning, Eoin McHugh, Matthew Murphy, Jack Cullen (0-1), Brian Beirne (0-2), Conor McTague (0-3), Mark McGrory (0-1), Stephen McTague (0-1), Andrew Burns (0-1), David McLoughlin (2-1), Shane Moran (0-4). Subs Anthony Maguire for John Fanning, Cian Reynolds for Brian Beirne.

Insurance  

There will be an Insurance briefing by Roger Clancy in the Bush Hotel on Thursday 4 march. Any mentors interested in hearing about the new Insurance arrangements please attend.

Trath na gCeist

We won the County Seachtain na Gaeilge Quiz with Patsy Connaughton, Alan Banks, Andy Duffy and Seán Ó Suilleabháin in Drumshanbo in the Allen Gaels clubrooms last Thursday night. This was the first time our club won this quiz. Congratulations to the team and we wish them all the best in the Connacht final in Ballyhanus this Thursday night.

Cycle Update

Cycle sponsorship cards are delivered to all cyclists. It is just fifteen weeks to the big cycle and it is definitely time for a cycle to the golf club or Newtowngore. The sponsorship cards must be returned as soon as possible and we thank all who have agreed to do this historical trip on June 20. Since the last count a few people discovered they cannot fit it in so we are still looking for a few more to bring the numbers to 50. A few people are still thinking about it, stop thinking and do it.

Lotto 

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn sa Commercial Óir  €2,250. Winner of €40 for those present on the night: Aidan McGovern, Tráthnóna. Buidéal Uisce beatha Bobby Joe’s: Séamus MacMurchaidh. €40 an duine: Seán McManus, Drumderg, Karen Gallogly, Gallogly Catering, Mona Creamer, Lahard, Gerry Stringer, Garadice, Mary Harte, Lahard.  Uimhreacha: 73210456

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 22 Feabhra 2010  

Minor Fixture

Minor League, 13 a side game against Leitrim Gaels on Sunday next in Leitrim at 12.00.

First Senior League game

Our first senior league game is against Melvin Gaels in Kinlough on Saturday next at 4.30.

Cycle to Roscommon.

Brid Sullivan would like to hear from anyone else who would like to cycle to Roscommon on the 20 June. Already there are close to 50 people who have confirmed that they are cycling. It promises to be a great occasion and an important fundraiser for the club. If you have received a text in the last week please let Brid know whether you wish to cycle or not. Don’t miss out on a unique adventure for the club

Lotto 

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Bobby Joe’s Óir  €2,200. Winner of €40 for those present on the night: Tom Burns. Buidéal Uisce beatha ó Chiarán and Cathy Smith: Steve Williams c/o Noel Sweeney.  €40 an duine: Tara Wynne c/o Riversdale Barges, John McWeeney, Longstone, Michael McGovern, Corlough, P J Dolan and John Harte, George Price. Uimhreacha: 74630521

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 15 Feabhra 2010  

 

 Minor Fixture 

The first club fixture of the year is a Minor League, 13 a side game against Carrigallen on Sunday next in the Park at 12.00.

 First Senior League game

Our first senior league game is against Melvin Gaels in Kinlough on Saturday week, 27 Feb.

Supporters Club

Tickets for the Co Board Supporters club are now on sale from club members. There are a number of attractive prizes and the tickets are at €40 each. 

Teenage Disco 

Thanks to all who helped at our first Disco on Sunday night last. Our next Disco will be on the night before St Patrick’s Day, 16 March.

Lotto 

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Smyth’s Siopa Óil. Pota Óir  €2,150. Winner of €40 for those present on the night: Mary Harte, Lahard. Buidéal Uisce beatha ó Gay Prior: Seán Mac Con Dubh.  €40 an duine: Pauline Moran, Lahard, Declan Dolan, Corlough, Brian Mahon, Lucan, Co Dublin (On-line winner), Shane Creamer, Lahard, Brian Mahon (on-line winner) for second time. Brian has been a great supporter of our Lotto on line. Uimhreacha: 20376154

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 8 Feabhra 2010  

Big Day in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin last Sunday

Out first big National League game in a long time went off well on Sunday last. Unfortunately the result didn’t go Leitrim’s way but there will be other days. Buíochas arís to all of our stewards, helpers, Lotto sellers, kitchen staff etc. Thanks to Peter Reynolds for loan of stewards bibs. Buíochas freisin to Leitrim Co Board who presented us with a framed picture, based on the match programme, to mark our first National League game. The picture was presented to the club by Cathaoirleach Coiste Chontae Liatroma, Seosamh Ó Floinn. Mile buíochas to all who bought Lotto tickets on the day and our draw on Monday night had at least three €40 winners who bought in the Park on Sunday..

Comhghairdeas Gaeil na hAilne

Congratulations to Allen Gaels who won the Connacht Club Grounds of the Year. Their clubrooms are very impressive and as a venue for GAA events they are centrally placed within the County. It is great to see developments of this nature around the County. 

Teenage Disco 

The youth of the area will be pleased to hear that a Monster Disco and Massive Laser Show will take place in the Community Centre on Sunday next, Valentine’s Night. This should be of great interest to the youngsters of the Ballinamore area and surrounding areas. D J Paul will be in charge and dancing will be from 9.00 to 12.30. Admission €10

 Meeting re Disco 

A meeting to organise stewarding for the Sunday night Disco will take place in the Clubrooms on tomorrow Thursday at 9.00. A considerable number of stewards will be required.

Under 16 Girls Training

Under 16 girls football are starting back on Monday 15th February at 6.30pm in the Park, can we please have all under 16s out for training.  New members are also welcome.

Defibrillator in Park 

The club has acquired a defibrillator for the Park and we would like those who have been trained in its use to know that it is located in the First Aid room in the main corridor.

Andy Duffy on CCC

Comhghairdeas do Aindrias Ó Dubhthaigh who was re-elected onto the Competitions Control Committee. Andy was on this committee last year and was re-elected at Monday’s County Board  meeting

Story of the GAA

A major project is being organised by Croke Park to interview people about the history of the GAA at local level. Former players, official, supporters who have a story to tell will be recorded. If you have any ideas about who should be interviewed contact Seán Ó Suilleabháin

Cycle to Roscommon

Our minimum target for the cycle to Roscommon was 50 cyclists and we have only 5 to go to reach that number. Already some great footballing names like Ollie Honeyman, Gerry Logan, Gerry Reynolds, Beezer McKiernan and Damien Crossan are planning to cycle. Bríd Sullivan would like to hear from anyone else interested in cycling. 

Nollaig Prior presented with Lotto win  

At half-time last Sunday Nollaig Prior was presented with her €9,500 Lotto win. The group was photographed along with Liam McGirl, (where the Lotto was held that night), as well as Lotto sellers, P J McLoughlin, Mona Creamer, Brid Sullivan, Philip Farrelly, Alan Banks, Paddy Prior.

Lotto 

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Prior’s. Pota Óir  €2100. Winner of €40 for those present on the night: Miley McKeon, Cammagh. Buidéal Uisce beatha ó David McCabe: Hugh McTague Jnr, Church St. (For the first time in three weeks Aidan McGovern didn’t sweep the boards!!!) €40 an duine: Lea Fox, Manorhamilton, Gavin Smith, Aughavas, John Creamer, Stradermot, Enda Tiernan, Cloone, Gerry Gilheaney, Aughnasheelin. . Uimhreacha: 04657132

No of Games Players played in 2009

 

Every year we do an analysis of the number of players who fielded for our three adult teams in the year. The results are given below.  In 2009 a total of 57 players played one game or more. Shane Ferguson and Shane Murphy played 26 games each which was the most anyone played. In 2008 a total of 63 players started one game or more. There were 12 players who played in 2008 who did not start in any game at all in 2009 for a variety of reasons. These were: Colm Brennan, John Christie, Anthony Curran, Aidan Galligan, John Galligan, Ray Logan, Trevor Martin, Thomas McLoughlin, Enda Quinn, Darren Reynolds, Finnian Sharpley, Ronan Sharpley.

	Number of games Players Played  in 2009
			Totals	Div 1 L	Div 4 L	Div 5L	Snr C	Jun A C	Jun C C	Shield
1	Ferguson	Shane	26	11	9		3			3
2	Murphy	Shane	26	11	11		2			2
3	McWeeney	Shane	24	2	10	9		3
4	McTeague	Anthony	23	6	11		3			3
5	Dolan	Denis	21	2	9	6		3		1
6	Gallogly	Adrian	21		9	9		2		1
7	O’Suilleabhain	Ruairi	21		9	8		3		1
8	Prior	Paul	21		11	7		3
9	Cafferty	Brian	20	5	10			3		2
10	O’Rourke	Ronan	20	7	9		1			3
11	Farrelly	Philip	19	10	4		3			2
12	Murphy	Philip	19	8	10					1
13	Leyden	David	19	2	8	5		3		1
14	Murphy	Matthew	19	4	9		3			3
15	Smith	Adrian	19	5	7			3		3
16	McTeague	Joe	18		6	8		3		1
17	McKeon	Wayne	16	11			3			2
18	Duignan	David	15	11			3			1
19	Ferguson	Liam	15	11			3			1
20	McLoughlin	Patrick	15	11			3			1
21	Murray	Sean	15	11			3			1
22	McTague	Jim	14	9			3			2
23	McWeeney	Johnny	14	10			3			1
24	Murray	Ciaran	14	10			3			1
25	McCartin	Sean	14			11			3
26	Arandelovic	Anton	13	8			3			2
27	Brennan	Gavin	13		6	6		1
28	Hughes	Neil	12		1	9		2
29	Keegan	Diarmuid	12		3	6		3
30	O’Connor	Kevin	12		8			3		1
31	Dolan	Francis	11		1	9			1
32	O’Suilleabhain	Cormac	11			8			3
33	Walsh	Freddie	11		3	5			3
34	McLoughlin	Paul	10	6			3			1
35	McFarland	Darryl	10			7			3
36	Murphy	Joe	10	3	1	3			3
37	Murphy	Adrian	10		1	7			2
38	Reynolds	Peter	10		1	7			2
39	Walsh	Eamon	10		2	7			1
40	Prior	Alan	9			6			3
41	McCormack	Tommie	8		1	7
42	Dolan	Michael	7			6			1
43	Hughes	Gordon	7		3	1		3
44	Donnelly	Seamus	6			3			3
45	Beirne	Stephen	5			2			3
46	McWeeney	James	5		1			3		1
47	McTague	Conor	4		1			1	1	1
48	Prior	Kevin	4						3	1
49	Earley	David	3			3
50	Hayden	Naoise	3					1	2
51	Maxwell	Ciaran	3			1			2
52	Moran	Shane	3					1	1	1
53	O’Rourke	Rory	3		2			1
54	Costello	Michael	2						2
55	Honeyman	Joe	2						2
56	Dolan	Peter	1			1
57	Kellett	Jason	1						1

 

 

 

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 1 Feabhra 2010  

Big Day in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin next Sunday 

Sunday next will be a historic day for the club, as the first National League in over 20 years will be played in the Park. On the 3 December 1989, Leitrim played Longford, a day which marked P.J Carroll’s first outing with the team. The match ended in a draw and that was the last National League game played in Ballinamore. It is hard to believe that over 20 years have passed since then. In 1991 the Stanley Cox memorial tournament was played here but no National League games.

Teenage Disco 

The youth of the area will be pleased to hear that a Monster Disco and Massive Laser Show will take place in the Community Centre on Sunday week 14 February, Valentine’s Night. This should be of great interest to the youngsters of the Ballinamore area and surrounding areas. D J Paul will be in charge and dancing will be from 9.00 to 12.30. Admission €10

Stewards wanted

All of the stewards, lotto sellers, kitchen staff etc who kindly made themselves available for the Galway game are asked to attend again on Sunday. 

Cycle to Roscommon for Connacht Championship!!!

It may seem a long time to the 20 June but it is really only 20 weeks to the big cycle. Already over 40 people have committed to cycle, so it is time to dust down the bikes and pump the wheels and do a short cycle every week at least. You could also practice on the indoor bike if you have access to one.

Vodafone

Thanks to all who have signed up to Vodafone and if you have not yet signed and are a Vodafone customer, please contact Brid Sullivan on 087 9173185.  Quite a number of players have not yet responded. This is an important fundraiser for the club and it costs you nothing.

Scór Sinsear

Anyone interested in taking part in Senior Scor in dancing, singing, answering questions, acting or reciting please contact Brid Sullivan.

Lotto 

Ni raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Prior’s. Pota Óir €2050. Winner of €40 for those present on the night: Aidan McGovern, Tráthnóna. Buidéal Uisce beatha ó Frank Flynn: Aidan McGovern, Tráthnóna. However, the extraordinary thing about it is that a week ago, Aidan McGovern was pulled out for both house prizes also. I wonder what are the odds on that happening? Incidentally, Happy birthday Aidan. €40 an duine: Francis Duignan, Main St, David and Laura Spellman, Drumshanbo, Pat McGovern, Greaghrahan, Ballyconnell, Trish Mahon, St Brigid’s St, John McWeeney, Longstone. Uimhreacha: 36072154

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 25 Eanair 2010  

 Jackpot Winner 

On Monday last our Jackpot of €9,500 was won by Nollaig Prior, Lahard. Comhghairdeas to Nollaig. The winning numbers were: 61072543. The “Ar an Oíche” prize of €40 was won by Aidan McGovern, Lahard and amazingly, the Buidéal Uisce Beatha sponsored by Liam McGirl was also won by Aidan McGovern. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn is in Pat Joe’s and the Pota Óir is €2,000.

Three Awards for Seán O’Heslins 

The club picked up three awards at the Co Board Dinner Dance last Saturday. Shane Moran got Young Player of the Year, Sara McLoughlin got Ladies Player of the Year and the Club Grounds award was shared between Ballinamore Seán O’Heslins and Allen Gaels. Well done to all. 

Trath na gCeist

Hard luck to our Trath na gCeist team who came second in the Connacht Finals of Scór na nÓg. Kevin Banks, Jack Bagge and Stephen McTague did extremely well and were just two questions behind a very strong Ballinameen team. An Bhliain seo chugainn! Comhghairdeas to Glencar/Manorhamilton who won the Rince Foirne once again and to James Hazlett from Drumkeerin who won the Amhranaíocht Aonair. This was Drumkeerin’s first ever County win in Scór na nÓg and now they are in the All Ireland Final.

New website created by Ballinamore resident 

A new website detailing the happenings on the GAA scene in countries all over the globe, in America, Asia, Middle East etc has been launched by Ballinamore man Denis O’Brien. Denis has been living in Ballinamore this past few years and worked with the Leitrim Post. Not surprising for a Kilkenny man he has a huge interest in hurling and also in Gaelic Games in general. This website his full of hugely interesting information on GAA clubs in amazingly far-flung places and is well worth a visit. The address is www.gaelicsportscast.com. There is a link also on the front page of our website.

Cycle to Roscommon for Connacht Championship!!!

The next big venture by the club is the Cycle to Roscommon for the Connacht Championship game in June. This promises to be a great occasion as Ballinamore and Leitrim supporters cycle the 40 miles to Roscommon and in the process raise much need funds for the club. It will all happen on the 20 June, when the sun will be splitting the stones, we hope!!!. A lot of people have already indicated that they will cycle and Brid Sullivan would like to hear from others willing to participate so that arrangements can be made in relation to food, transport etc on the day. Last year we cycled form Dromod to Ballinamore and the stakes have been set higher this year. However, if London beat Roscommon in the first round we will only have to get to Páirc Seán MacDiarmada.

Comhbhrón – P C Lynch

P C Lynch from Drumeela died recently. In 1957 he played Minor football with Ballinamore when they were beaten by Aughavas in the South Leitrim Final. His nephew, Brendan, was married recently to Sheila Flanagan, Church St and the year before last his niece, Nollaig Cleary, was over with the New York team that took part in the Feile na nGael competition. Nollaig is in fact President of the New York Ladies GAA and also does first aid with the New York team and was on duty the last time Leitrim visited New York in 2008. Go ndéana Dia trócaire air.

Great Day in the Park – in the Fog

Sunday was a great occasion for the club as the first County game in nearly 20 years was played in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin. There was a very good crowd despite the heavy fog. Míle buíochas to all who helped on the day. Those who got the ground ready, which included spreading salt and cleaning the frost of the seats on Sunday morning. Those who acted as stewards both in the grounds and at car parking. Those who manned the shop and the tea shop. Finally those who sold Lotto tickets and especially our young helpers in the park Brian Leyden, Fearghal Curran, Paddy Connaughton, Cait Connaughton, Hannah Banks, Méabh Hamill, Donal Feely, Oisín McCaffrey, Johnny Conway, Daire Murphy, Darren Maxwell, Emma McGovern, and Niall McGovern. A special thank you to Noel Smith for making the bench for the team photographs. Míle buíochas to all. In two weeks time we will have another big day with Waterford coming for the first round of the league.

Underage AGM

The AGM of our Coiste na nÓg is on tonight Wednesday in the clubrooms at 8.30pm. All mentors and parents are asked to attend.

Ladies Membership

All of the Ladies are asked to have membership fees ready on this Friday when they meet in the Park. Tommy Dolan will be there to collect fees between 6.45 and 7.00pm. All players must have membership paid before they can play any game

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 18 Eanair 2010  

Pictures of Presentation of 3,000 euro cheque to winner Cathal Kenny in Lawrences on Monday last can be seen under “New Pictures/Pictiuiri Nua”

Trath na gCeist team win in Scór na nÓg

Comhghairdeas to our Trath na gCeist team of Kevin Banks, Jack Bagge and Stephen McTague that won the County Scór na nÓg title on Sunday last. These lads have been involved for the past few years and they came good on Sunday with a narrow win over Fenagh, last year’s winners. Some years ago we were very successful in Question Time but we havn’t won this particular title since 1997 when Tomas McWeeney Colin Griffin and Ross Gannon were successful. Best of luck to the lads in Banada on Saturday next. Our two set dance groups performed well but Fenagh have an exceptional group in this event. They won the Leitrim tile for a record tenth time in a row. Míle buíochas to all who helped on Sunday last.

Big Game in Park on Sunday – Stewards required

It will be a big occasion on Sunday when we host our first big inter-county football game. The Liatroim v Gaillimh FBD game will take place at 2.00pm. It is great to see county games back in Ballinamore and in a few weeks time we will host the first National League game of the year against Waterford. We need lots of stewards on Sunday so please report to Alan Banks if you can be there.

Young Hurler of Year

Congratulations to Shane Moran who will receive his County Young Hurler of the Year award on Saturday next. The club will also receive the Club Grounds of the Year Award.

Cycle to Roscommon for Connacht Championship!!!

The next big venture by the club is the Cycle to Roscommon for the Connacht Championship game in June. This promises to be a great occasion as Ballinamore and Leitrim supporters cycle the 40 miles to Roscommon and in the process raise much need funds for the club. It will all happen on the 20 June, when the sun will be splitting the stones, we hope!!!. A lot of people have already indicated that they will cycle and Brid Sullivan would like to hear from others willing to participate so that arrangements can be made in relation to food, transport etc on the day. Last year we cycled form Dromod to Ballinamore and the stakes have been set higher this year. However, if London beat Roscommon in the first round we will only have to get to Páirc Seán MacDiarmada.

Have you any unwanted Gym equipment?

Our Gym is turning out to be a very useful facility for training but we need more equipment and in our present financial situation we cannot buy anything more. If anyone has items like exercise bikes or treadmills that they are not currently using please contact Alan Banks. Also, during the severe frost the cisterns in the old outdoor toilets burst and are destroyed. People often have old cisterns lying around the house and we would be glad to hear form anyone who would like to dispose of such items.

Vodafone – Thanks to all who joined

Mile buíochas to all who have joined up to Vodafone support your club. If you are a Vodafone mobile phone customer, the club receives a donation from Vodafone if you sign up. We currently have just over 200 joined but there are a lot of others who haven’t replied. It costs nothing to join, so please respond to Brid Sullivan if you have not already done so.

 Death of former Ballinamore player 

Last weekend, Mike Joe McKeon was buried in Bornacoola. The deceased was a member of the Leitrim minor panel that won the Connacht Minor Football championship in 1945. He was originally a native of Eslin but grew up in Bornacoola and played with Bornacoola. He came to work in Ballinamore in Hoey’s Hotel and played with Ballinamore for at least one year. This was at a period when Ballinamore had a relatively weak team. Mike Joe went to America and played football in New Haven and Connecticut. He returned to Ireland in recent years and died last weekend. Go ndéana Dia trócaire air. Buíochas do Nollaig Mac Eoin, Scoil Náisiúnta Béal an Átha Móir, atá gaolta le Mike Joe, don eolas sin.

Presentation to winner of New Year’s Draw 

The winner of our first prize of €3,000, Cathal Kenny from Ballydangan, Athlone was presented with his winnings at last Monday’s Lotto. Cathal is a member of the Clan na nGael club in Roscommon and is in fact the club Vice Chairman at present. He was accompanied by the seller of the winning ticket, Cormac Ó Suilleabháin, and he had a look at our new facilities while visiting. Well done Cathal on your win. (Pictures of the presentation are on web site under “New Photos” “Pictiuiri Nua”

Referees Wanted

The Co Board would like to hear from people interested in taking up refereeing. You can start with underage games and training will be provided and travel expenses to matches are paid. Contact Rúnaí, Patsy Connaughton if interested.

Blood Donor Clinic

The Blood Transfusion mobile unit team will return again to The Community Centre, Ballinamore on Monday 25th January 2010 from 3.00 p.m. to 4.45 pm and 7.00p.m. to 9.30 p.m.   Some 3000 units (pints) of blood are needed overall each week to cater for emergency and routine cases requiring transfusions of blood and blood products in hospitals all over the country.  We had a low turnout in September so we are hoping to get the numbers up again.  Thanks to everyone who attended and please come again to your local clinic on Monday 25th January and if possible bring a friend.

Additional Executive member

Linda Harte has been added to the Executive as a representative of Ladies Football.

Lotto

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i McGirls Pota Óir €9,500. Buaiteoirí ar an Luan seo caite: Prizes for those present on the night: €40: Seamus Mac Murchaidh. Buidéal uisce beatha ó Ossie Costello; Margie McLoughlin, Oughteragh.  €40 an duine: Francis and Kay Maguire, Main St, Pat Joe Dolan, High St, Stella McGirl, Laheen, Ciara Holohan, Sallyfield, Peter Flynn, Aughnasheelin.  Uimhreacha: 40236157

 

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 11 Eanair 2010  

 

 Scór na nÓg Finals

 

The Scór na nÓg Finals were postponed last Sunday due to the weather and, because the Bee Centre in Manorhamilton isn’t available, they are now taking place in Ballinamore on Sunday next starting at 3.00. Go n-éirí lenar Rince Seit agus Tráth na gCeist. Our usual stewards are asked to attend.

Welcome to New Officers

With so many officers retiring it is great to see a new team taking on the challenge of leading the club into 2010. New Cathaoirleach, Peter Reynolds, has of course been a prominent player with the club over the past long number of years. Peter won a senior championship with the club in 1990 and still plays junior football with the club. The Reynolds family are no strangers to club administration. Peter’s grandfather Paddy Reynolds TD was Vive Chairman of Leitrim County Board from 1926 until his death in 1932. Patsy is a native of Oran, Co Roscommon and as a Roscommon man he completes an unusual line up of Secretaries who were natives of all five Connacht counties. Over the past decade we have had Andy Duffy (From Mayo), Niall Gormley (From Leitrim), Brid Sullivan (From Galway), Alan Banks (From Sligo) and now Patsy Connaughton (From Roscommon). In the middle we had Paddy O’Connor (From Tipperary) However Patsy Connaughton has the unique distinction of having previously been Secretary of the Aughawillan club. Strange things happen in sport!!.

Our new Cisteoir and Chairman of the Finance Committee is John D’Arcy from High St. John is also from a Ballinamore footballing family and played underage football and hurling with the club. Our new Registrar, Tommy Dolan has also been involved with the club both as a player and team manager with our junior teams. Go n-éirí go geal leo go léir.

Outgoing Officers

In welcoming our new oifigigh we must pay tribute to the officers who led us through the most glorious period of development the club has ever had. Adrian Smith, probably the youngest Cathaoirleach the club ever had, served three years in charge. Alan Banks completed two years as Rúnaí but was also Cathaoirleach for a year a few years earlier. Anne Shanley was Cisteoir for the past nine years and was the first lady to hold a full officer position with the club. Anne was the longest serving Treasurer the club has ever had, at least in the period for which we have records. Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin has been Registrar for two separate periods. No doubt all of them will continues to serve the club in various ways, indeed Alan Banks has taken on the position of Park administrator in charge of booking and scheduling of games, fixtures and training and also events in the complex itself. Míle buíochas to all of them for the outstanding work they have done over the past number of years.

Comhghairdeas

Congratulations to Sean and Catherine Mahon on the birth of their daughter Tara. This makes Paddy Prior a grand dad.

Best Wishes

Best wishes to Maura Sweeney who suffered injury with  the bad weather. Welcome back to our Lotto Coordinator, Aindrias Ó Dubhthaigh. Fáilte ar ais Andy.

Comhbhrón

Sympathy is extended to the family of Johnny Beirne, Kiltygerry who died last week. Johnny played football at underage with Ballinamore and won an under 14 championship with Ballinamore in 1960. His family subsequently went to England but in latter years Johnny returned and built a house in his native townland. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sé.

Lotto

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Lawrences Pota Óir €9,450. Buaiteoirí ar an Luan seo caite: Prizes for those present on the night: €40: Padraig Seosamh Mac Lochlainn. Prizes of €20 sponsored by Jackie and Catherine: Séamas Mac Murchaidh €40 an duine: Damien Gilheany, Clogher, Patsy Creamer, Lahard, Éamonn Farrelly, Anville Court, Paul McLoughlin, Church St, Séamus Mac Murchaidh Uimhreacha: 05431267

 

Scéalta na Seachtaine- 4 Eanair 2010

 

Big New Year Draw 

Our annual New Year draw was run off successfully on Saturday night last in Priors. There was a great crowd present for an event which will help fund affiliations, insurance and other essential expenses. The following were the prizewinners. €3,000 Cathal Kenny, Ballydangan, Athlone. (Ticket sold by Cormac Ó Suilleabháin), €1,000 Hugh McInerney, Butlersbridge, Co Cavan (Ticket sold by Joe Dolan). €100 each: Brian Dolan, Aughawillan, (Sold by P J McLoughlin) Dominic Byrne, Convent Rd, Ballinamore, (Sold by Brid Sullivan) Andy O’Rourke, Tully, (Sold by Ronan O’Rourke) Niamh McTague, Ballymoe, Co Galway, (Sold by Seamus McTague) Mary Mulvihill/Brid Sullivan, (Sold by Brid Sullivan) Padraig McGarry, Drumshanbo, (Sold by Tom Burns) Caitríona McGrath, Killaneen, (Sold by Philip Farrelly) Sean Deane, Dublin, (Sold by John Harte) Mick Gilheany, Clogher, (Sold by Tommy Dolan) Margaret Burns, Clenaghoo (Sold by Tom Burns)

Buíochas

Míle buíochas to all our ticket sellers, especially the big four, P J McLoughlin, Brid Sullivan, Adrian Wrynn and Philip Farrelly. Thanks also to Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin and Anne Shanley who did most of the administrative work on the draw. Thanks to Gay Prior for sponsorship of the €1,000 second prize. Special thanks to all who bought tickets. With the massive debt on the club complex, fundraising will be high on our agenda for a long time to come. Míle buíochas do gach duine.

Presentation to Tommy Moran

Tommy Moran stepped down as Chairman of the Finance Committee some weeks ago and thus ended a lifetime of services in different positions at club, county, provincial and national level for the GAA. Since the mid 1960s when he was club Chairman, Tommy has held a huge variety of posts at all levels, indeed holding more than just one responsibility on many occasions. To list all of the positions he held would take some time, but the chief of those would be his eighteen years as Rúnaí Contae from 1982-1999 and his three years as Uachtarán of Connacht Council from 2003 –2006. No later than a few weeks ago he edited Scéal Liatroma 1984-2009, the story of football in Leitrim during the last 25 years. At club level, Tommy was Chairman of the Finance Committee which looked after fundraising for the Pitch development over the past few years. This was a major task in itself. Tommy proposes to take a rest but I am sure he will be there to help and his advice sought on many occasions in the future. On Saturday last his final official function as Finance Chairman was to preside over the New Year draw. After the draw, a presentation was made to Tommy, on behalf of the club, by Anne Shanley.

 Welcome to New Officers

With so many officers retiring it is great to see a new team taking on the challenge of leading the club into 2010. New Cathaoirleach, Peter Reynolds, has of course been a prominent player with the club over the past long number of years. Peter won a senior championship with the club in 1990 and still plays junior football with the club. The Reynolds family are no strangers to club administration. Peter’s grandfather Paddy Reynolds TD was Vive Chairman of Leitrim County Board from 1926 until his death in 1932. Patsy is a native of Oran, Co Roscommon and as a Roscommon man he completes an unusual line up of Secretaries who were natives of all five Connacht counties. Over the past decade we have had Andy Duffy (From Mayo), Niall Gormley (From Leitrim), Brid Sullivan (From Galway), Alan Banks (From Sligo) and now Patsy Connaughton (From Roscommon). In the middle we had Paddy O’Connor (From Tipperary) However Patsy Connaughton has the unique distinction of having previously been Secretary of the Aughawillan club. Strange things happen in sport!!.

Our new Cisteoir and Chairman of the Finance Committee is John D’Arcy from High St. John is also from a Ballinamore footballing family and played underage football and hurling with the club. Our new Registrar, Tommy Dolan has also been involved with the club both as a player and team manager with our junior teams. Go n-éirí go geal leo go léir.

 Outgoing Officers 

In welcoming our new oifigigh we must pay tribute to the officers who led us through the most glorious period of development the club has ever had. Adrian Smith, probably the youngest Cathaoirleach the club ever had, served three years in charge. Alan Banks completed two years as Rúnaí but was also Cathaoirleach for a year a few years earlier. Anne Shanley was Cisteoir for the past nine years and was the first lady to hold a full officer position with the club. Anne was the longest serving Treasurer the club has ever had, at least in the period for which we have records. Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin has been Registrar for two separate periods. No doubt all of them will continues to serve the club in various ways, indeed Alan Banks has taken on the position of Park administrator in charge of booking and scheduling of games, fixtures and training and also events in the complex itself. Míle buíochas to all of them for the outstanding work they have done over the past number of years.

Ciorcal Comhrá

The Ciorcal Comhrá – Irish Conversation evenings will start in Ballinamore Library on Tuesday next 12 January at 8.30. Every year a great crowd attends these sessions and they are most enjoyable. If you are interested, please give name to the Library by calling or ringing 9645582. As usual there will be a beginners and a more advanced group. Admission is free.

Scór na nÓg Finals

Best of luck to our competitors in the Scór na nÓg finals in Cluainín Uí Ruairc on Sunday. We will be represented in Trath na gCeist and two items in Rince Seit.

Underage AGM

The AGM of our club Coiste na nÓg will be held in the Clubrooms on Wednesday 27 January at 8.30 pm. All mentors and parents are invited to attend. Anyone who has any matters that they would like to have put on the agenda for this meeting please forward to Rúnaí, Patsy Connaughton.

Playing equipment

All underage mentors are asked to list all playing gear or equipment needed for the their teams for the coming year and give these lists to Patsy Connaughton so as we can purchase all requirements in bulk.

Family membership

Adult membership of the club is set at €30 and underage membership at €10 each. However, it has been decided to have a maximum payment from any individual household of €80. Thus both parents and any number of children can join for that amount. Many mothers also help out with club activities and it is important from an insurance position that they are also registered members.

Comhbhrón

The club extends sympathy to the O’Rourke Family, Church St on the tragic death of Ryan last weekend. Ryan played underage football and hurling with the club . Go ndéana Dia trócaire air.

Lotto

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Phota Óir ar an Luan seo caite. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Jackie’s. Buaiteoirí ar an Luan seo caite: Prizes for those present on the night: €40: Seamus MacMurchaidh. 2 prizes of €20 sponsored by Terry and Agnes Shortt: Noel Sweeney and Noel Sweeney (Yes Noel came out of the hat twice, but wait for it !!!): €40 an duine: Brid Sullivan, Aghadark,  Fiona O’Dell, Killaneen, Marie and Kevin O’Connor, Killaneen, Noel Sweeney (Amazingly, Noel Sweeney’s name came out for the third time on the same night. Previously we have had numerous double winners same night but never a treble), Paul Darcy, High St. Uimhreacha: 02173564