Béal an Átha Móir Seán Ó hEislin 

Comhghairdeas 

Congratulations to Tom Prior Leitrim Minor Player of the year, Tom received his wonderful accolade at the Leitrim GAA awards night at the weekend in recognition of the wonderful year he has had at both club and county level, this is well deserved recognition for a very talented young man and now doubt it will not be his last.  

Leitrim GAA 

Comhghairdeas to club men Dean McGovern, Shane Moran, Oisin McCaffrey, Darren Maxwell and all of the Leitrim players who put in an excellent performance on Sunday in the league gaining a well-deserved victory against Loch Garman 

Comhghairdeas 

Massive congratulations to Phillip Farrelly and partner Orla on the birth of their new baby boy Donnacha. We are sure this new arrival will be warmly welcomed by both family and friends alike and Doonacha certainly has no worries with such a safe pair of hands holding him for those night feeds. Best of luck to you all ! 
 

Club lotto  

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Folks our club lotto  

is the life blood of the club and supports the day to day running of all of our teams, grounds and club rooms. 

Supporting and buying a lotto ticket is not just a fantastic way of supporting the club but also gives you a great opportunity to win money – our Jackpot is now €6050  with a further €200 up for grabs each and every Monday night. 

Tickets are €2 for one line, our lotto online also gives you more chances to win with a full year of 52 entries available for the price of 46.  Tickets are also available from club members and businesses throughout the town – if you would like to purchase a ticket online please visit clubforce.com and search for Sean o heslins or if you prefer you can contact us on messenger or call 0863906791 and we arrange for someone to collect your entry – remember if your not in you cannot win. 

Scór.  

Sinsear takes place on February 9th and anybody who would like to sing, recite, be part of a ballad group or if you know it all, the quiz team is where you will be tested. Get in touch with any Club officer. 
 

‘Ireland Lights Up 

Ballinamore Lights Up – There was a great crowd at the pitch last Thursday evening  for operation transformation and we hope everyone can brave the cold and make it again this Thursday ! Everyone is welcome, no matter what your fitness level or wether you want to run, walk or jog  or to just meet with your friends for a chat 

Comhbhrón 

Everyone at the club would like to pass on our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of the late Ivan Price who has sadly passed away. Thoughts and prayers go out to all of Ivan’s family and friends at this difficult time. 
 

Leitrim Girls U13 Sponsorship 

Leitrim Girls U13 Development Squad is the chosen group up for  the next 8 weeks in the  Community Fund Blue Token box in Tesco Ballinamore starting Monday the 7^th of January – please support and spread the word 

Clubrooms historical display 

It is planned to put up a permanent display of photographs and memorabilia relating to the club in the clubrooms. Apart from photos, this could include old jerseys, programmes or any items relating to club players or successes in past years in football, hurling, Scór nó aon rud eile. If you have any items or any ideas, contact Seán Ó Súilleabhain at 087 6821566  

Membership 

Folks, membership of Ballinamore Seán Ó hEislin’s is now open for 2019. The prices are; family members €80 (Family Constitutes a maximum of two adults and any number of children under the age of 18); adult single €40; under 18 €20. Please contact Walter Sharpley on 0861236207 or Shane Harte on 087 7985069 to make payment 

Club Lotto Monday 28.01.19 

Numbers Drawn 3 6 5 7 4 0 1 2. 

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Lotto ar Dé Luan seo caite. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an oíche:  

House Draw Gerry Mahon. 

Sponsored 1. A O Dubhthaigh; 2. Brendan Burns; 3. Gerry Farry 

€40 each.  Kevin Turbitt & Caroline Sammon. Fred Walsh, Commercial Hotel. Anthony Browne, Mobile no. Austin Quinn, Ardrum Next week’s draw takes place in the Poor Scholar  with a jackpot of €6050 

Scéalta na Seachtaine 18 Nollaig 2018

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Nollaig Shona raibh go léir

On behalf of all at Seán Ó hEislin we would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a Happy Christmas and thank you for the support you have given us throughout the year.

Date for the Diary

Folks date for your diaries – annual AGM will be held in the club rooms on Saturday 29th of December at 16:00 If you have any motions or nominations for officer positions please forward to the club secretary at secretary.ballinamoreseanoheslins.leitrim@gaa.ie

U16 Ladies Championship Final

Hard luck to our U16’s who lost out on a scoreline of 2-9 to 6-4 against Glencar Manorhamilton on Friday night. The girls played some fantastic football in the first half especially but went in level at the break despite dominating the play for long spells. Against the wind, it proved a much tougher task in the second spell and Manor took full advantage to lift the cup for the fifth year in a row. Our girls did the club proud and had a brilliant season.

Ice Breakers

The Ice Breakers Christmas Swim takes place on Christmas Day at 1.30 pm SHARP at garadice lake. Why not come out and swim or join in the fun for NCBI and guide dogs for the blind. Cards available from Paddy O’Connor

Hurling

Indoor hurling is over until January. The Hurling club will have a meeting in early January and any parents and interested coaches will be invited, further details to follow

Christmas Lotto

Folks don’t forget our Christmas Lotto will be on in Smyths on Friday the 21st of December with €800 in prizes plus the jackpot up for grabs as always, this is a great night’s craic with spot prizes and refreshments served .

Christmas Draw

Tickets are now on sale from club members for our annual Christmas draw which takes place on the 5th of January in Priors. Tickets are one for €20 or 3 for €50 with the first prize €3500 up for grabs followed by €1000 sponsored by Priors @ High street and 10 prizes of €100

Club Lotto Monday 17.12.18

Numbers Drawn 2 7 6 4 3 0 5 1.

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Lotto ar Dé Luan seo caite.

Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an oíche:

House Draw: Padraig Mac an Phriora.

Sponsored Margaret McKeon

€40 each. : Bernie Prior, Glenonmore. Darren & Geraldine, Pairc Fea. Alan Prior, Galway. Margaret Prior, Derrinivver.

Next week’s draw takes place in Smyths on Friday night with a jackpot of €5850 and €800 in prizes with our Christmas lotto

There will be no lotto draw on the 24th, 31st of December or the 7th of January.

We would like to thank all of our lotto players and sellers for their support throughout the year and wish you all a merry Christmas

Béal an Átha Móir Seán Ó hEislin

Scór na nÓg quiz

Congratulations to our Scor na nÓg quiz team who won the County title on Sunday, the team made up of Eoin Connaughton, Eoin Hamill, Bernard Sweeney and Brian Sweeney put in a fantastic performance to take the title, well Done also to our second quiz team who were strong opposition and performed well on the day, this team was made up of some excellent talent as well with Michael McBrien, Kian McGovern, Niamh Christe and Dearbhla O Connell in action.A special thanks and Well done to Brid and Sean Sullivan for supporting and mentoring our teams in the lead up to the competition. Further details in regards to dates for the Connacht final to follow.

Date for the Diary

Folks date for your diaries – annual AGM will be held in the club rooms on Saturday 29th of December at 16:00If you have any motions or nominations for officer positions please forward to the club secretary at secretary.ballinamoreseanoheslins.leitrim@gaa.ie

U16 Ladies Championship Final

Unfortunately Sunday’s final against Glencar Manorhamilton had to be postponed – the pitch being deemed unplayable due to heavy rain in the hours leading up to the game. A refixed date, time and venue will be posted on facebook as soon as it is known. Thank you to all of the supporters who had come out in force to cheer on the girls.

Under Age meeting

A meeting to discuss the set up of our new underage committee and structure will be held on Wednesday 5th of December at 20:00 in the club rooms. Open to all, please share with anyone interested in helping out with our underage players wether in a coaching or administrative role, please note this request is for support for all ages from nursey up to u17 .

Comhbrón

Everyone at Ballinamore Seán o Heslins would like to pass on our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of the late Phillip Cassidy who has sadly passed away. Our prayers and thoughts go out to you all at this difficult time. Go ndeana Dia trocaire air

Hurling

We have indoor hurling on Monday evenings in The Sports Hall. Due to the large numbers of children participating, we need help with supervision and coaching. If you can help in any way please contact Paddy @0879528944 Indoor Hurling is on every Monday evening in the Sports Complex, at 19:00 cost is 2 euro to cover the cost of the hall and all gear is provided

U14/15 hurling training is also taking place on Saturdays on the back pitch at 11am, all gear provided, and everyone is welcome

Christmas Draw

Tickets are now on sale from club members for our annual Christmas draw which takes place on the 5th of January in Priors. Tickets are one for €20 or 3 for €50 with the first prize €3500 up for grabs followed by €1000 sponsored by Priors @ High street and 10 prizes of €100

Club Lotto Monday 03/12/18

Numbers Drawn 1 4 0 2 3 7 6 5

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Lotto ar Dé Luan seo caite. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an oíche: House Draw Martina Farry Sponsored J P Harte€40 each. : Lily O’Brien, High St. Una McLoughlin, Fenagh. Mary Harte, Lahard. Diarmuid Keegan. Next week’s draw takes place in The Commercial hotel with a jackpot of €5750

Scéalta na Seachtaine 20 Samhain 2018

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U20 Championship

Hard luck to our u20 lads who were in action in the Championship semi final against St Manachans on Saturday. The lads put in a strong performance but were unable to overcome Manachans loosing by a score of 4:13 to 2:11

Awards Night

Paddy O’Connor has been nominated for volunteer of the year by Leitrim partnership.
A Fantastic achievement and a worthy nomination for Paddy a man that gives 100% of his time and commitment to the club wether it be fundraising or running the hurling club there is certainly no one more deserving than Paddy who has single handily kept hurling going in Ballinamore for the last 30 years.

Tommy Moran will be inaugurated in to the Leitrim GAA hall of fame, Tommy a fantastic ambassador and a man that has given everything not just to Ballinamore and Leitrim GAA but also to the community of Ballinamore. This award is well deserved any recognises a life time of work and dedication given by Tommy.

Also recognised will be Tom Prior who has been named the Leitrim GAA county player of the year. A fantastic achievement for a fantastic player

Everyone at the club would like to pass on their thanks and gratitude to these three men and wish them well at the awards night

Tickets are on sale for this event Saturday in the landmark hotel.

Hurling

We have indoor hurling on Monday evenings in The Sports Hall. Due to the large numbers of children participating, we need help with supervision and coaching. If you can help in any way please contact Paddy @0879528944Indoor Hurling is on every Monday evening in the Sports Complex, at 19:00 cost is 2 euro to cover the cost of the hall and all gear is provided

U14/15 hurling training is also taking place on Saturdays on the back pitch at 11am, all gear provided and everyone is welcome

Christmas Draw

Tickets are now on sale from club members for our annual Christmas draw which takes place on the 5th of January in Priors. Tickets are one for €20 or 3 for €50 with the first prize €3500 up for grabs followed by €1000 sponsored by Priors @ High street and 10 prizes of €100

Scór na nÓg and Scór Sinsir

We are currently looking for participants for the 2019 Scór na nÓg and Scór Sinsir.​

If you are interested please contact Brid Sullivan on 0 (87) 917 3185

This is a big year to be involved in with Scór na nÓg Liatroma will be part of the celebration of 50 years of Scór this year and we hope to get as many entries as Possible with  Leitrim final(s) will take place on December 1/2nd.

Entries can involve any of the following

– Figure Dancing

– Recitation

– Solo Singing

– Instrumental Music

– Ballad Group

– Question Time (4 persons per team-Leitrim winners qualifying directly to the All-Ireland Table Quiz) Léiriú Set Dancing

Club Lotto Monday 19.11.2018

Numbers Drawn 1 5 2 6 4 7 0 3

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Lotto ar Dé Luan seo caite. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an oíche:

House Draw John Ryan

Sponsored Michael Quinn & Meave Sharpley

€40 each. : John Darcy, Fohera. Seamus Quinn, Aghawillan. John Gilheany, Kiltymoodan. Darren & Geraldine, Pairc Fea.

 Next week’s draw takes place in Smyths with a jackpot of €5650

Scéalta na Seachtaine 6 Samhain 2018

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Senior League Final

Hard luck to the team and management, they put  up a very brave fight and performed well on Sunday. The luck was not with us from the start conceding a penalty after a couple of minutes which Philip brilliantly saved only for the rebound to bounce around before being forced in, Philip was again on hand not long later with a world class save, and again only moments later Glencar scored a goal. The lads did well and continued to fight hard and early in the second half we were level. Philip was called to action again with a harsh penalty which he again saved, this lifted the supporters and the team and we kept pushing forward only to concede. In the end the gap was 4 points and Glencar were champions.

A special thanks to the players and management team, it’s been a long hard season for you and we appreciate the effort and sacrifices you have made to help the club reach the final and to progress this year. Defeats are hard to take but as we saw after loosing two intermediate finals they can often be a spring board for something great and hopefully our time will come

Ballinamore  1-12 (15) Glencar manor 2-13 (19)

Club Meeting

There is a very important meeting being held on 7th November next at 9.15pm at the SOH club house. There will be issues discussed regarding the future of the club and all members points of view are welcome.

Hurling

Indoor Hurling is on every Monday evening in the Sports Complex, U11 training is at 17:30 followed by U13 at 18:30 cost is 2 euro to cover the cost of the hall and all gear is provided

U14/15 hurling training is also taking place on Saturdays on the back pitch at 11am, all gear provided and everyone is wlecome

Good luck

Best of luck to the neighbours Aughawillian in the Connacht Championship this weekend. Commiserations to Fenagh who put in an excellent display in their Connacht Championship match and were unlucky not to progress further.

Comhgairdeas

Congratulations to Carrick Hurling on winning the Connacht Championship, a fantastic result for the club.

Christmas Draw

Tickets are now on sale from club members for our annual Christmas draw which takes place on the 5th of January in Priors. Tickets are one for €20 or 3 for €50 with the first prize €3500 up for grabs followed by €1000 sponsored by Priors @ High street and 10 prizes of €100

Minor Ladies – Best of luck to our Minor ladies who are in the Connacht semi-final action on Sunday against the Galway champions, Kilkerrin/Clonberne. Throw-in at 2pm in Clonberne and any support would be much appreciated by the girls.

U16 Ladies – Well done to our U16’s who made it three wins from as many games with a comprehensive victory over St Brigid’s in the third round of the 15-a-side championship. They have one group stage game versus Glencar/Manorhamilton with the date yet to be confirmed.

Team: Erin Keegan; Ella Van Der Laan, Siobhan Flynn, Tara Conway; Emma Honeyman, Abbi Sweeney (0-1), Grainne Prior; Laoise Moran-King (0-2), Megan McGovern (0-4); Mollie Murphy (1-1), Aoibhin McGoldrick, Niamh Donohoe (1-3); Kelly Beirne (0-3), Lily Byrne (4-9), Emma Beirne (0-1).

Subs: Emma McKiernan (0-1), Laura Maguire (0-1), Ruth Creamer, Alannah McBrien, Aoife Darcy, Brid Murphy, Lizzie O’Connell, Teegan McGloin.

Club Lotto Monday 05 .11.2018

Numbers Drawn 7 1 4 6 2 3 0 5

Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den Lotto ar Dé Luan seo caite. Duaiseanna do dhaoine a bhí i láthair ar an oíche:

House Draw Gerry Farry

Sponsored A O’Dubhthaigh

€40 each. : Ella Thomas, Riversdale. Tommy Costello, Aughnasheelin. Raymond McHugh, Killaneen. Cyril Smith, Lahard.Next week’s draw takes place in The Poor Scholar with a jackpot of €5550