Gortletteragh GAA Club Notes 21/02/2018

ANNUAL FUNDRAISING DRAW – Our Annual Fundraising Draw takes place this Saturday the 24th of February in Spirit Bar, Mohill. Tickets are still available and must be returned to any club officer before Saturday evening. Almost €5000 in prizes to give away and if you’re not in you can’t win. This is our main fundraiser for the year and we would like to thank everyone who has helped the club so far by buying a ticket.

UNDERAGE FIXTURES 

The underage season kicks off this weekend as our U13 and U17 teams are in League action
The U17 Rinn Gaels team are at home to Annaduff on Saturday @ 12 noon

The U13 team are away to Allen Gaels on Sunday @ 12 noon

Best of luck to both.

Gortletteragh GAA Club Notes 13/02/2018

Membership – Club Membership is now due for 2018.Rates are €60 for players, €25 for non playing members and €20 for Underage members.
Congratulations – To neighbouring Cloone clubland Gerry McGovern on his recent appointment to the position of Connacht Council Chairman. We wish Gerry he very best in his new role as he takes charge of the provincial GAA affairs.

Fundraising Draw Update – Ticket selling continues apace as the date for Annual Draw night approaches in Spirit Bar Mohill in a few weeks. With almost €5000 in prizes available on the night, it’s a must enter and as always the draw is a vital part of our fundraising efforts for the year. Tickets are €20 and are available from all players, club officers, and teams of sellers out and about. Your support is hugely appreciated.
County Underage – Jamie Quinn and Oisin Niblock are currently involved with the Leitrim U17 development squad and are performing well so keep it up, lads.

Sympathy – We extend our sympathies to the following families who have been recently bereaved; the Grier family, Drumshanbo South on the passing of Eddie Grier, the Grier family, Drumgildra on the passing of John Henry Grier, the. Moran family, Aughavas, on the passing of Teresa Moran, and the Phelan family and the wider Leitrim hurling fraternity on the passing of Paddy Phelan, a true hurling stalwart.

Go ndéanfá Dia trócaire ar a n-
anamnacha

Gortletteragh GAA Club Notes 23/01/2018

2018 Club Draw – Tickets for our 2018 Club Draw are now available from players and club officers. We will be doing the rounds in the coming weeks and as always appreciate your support for what is our main fundraising project every year. There’s almost €5,000 in prizes on offer and with tickets costing €20 it represents great value for money.

Prizes are as follows:

1st: €3,000
2nd: €1,000
3rd: €200 voucher sponsored by Spirit Clothing Longford
4th €100 voucher sponsored by Spirit Clothing Longford
5th €100 sponsored by Aurivo Mohill
6th €100 sponsored by C & M Agri Services Tooman
7th €100 sponsored by Barry Costello Auto Repair Tooman
8th €100 sponsored by Mitchell Meats Drumlish
9th €100 sponsored by Ralph Lennon Welcome Inn Cornageeha
10th €100 sponsored by Colum Fox

The Draw takes place in Spirit Bar Mohill on 24th Feb  2018.

Keeldra Gaels Table Quiz – Keeldra Gaels Ladies are holding a table quiz this Friday the 26th January in Creegan’s Bar, Cloone.

Tables of 4 are €40, juvenile tables €20.

All support appreciated a great night’s craic in store.

Noel McManus Memorial Run – The club would sincerely like to thank Fiona, Laura and Dervla McManus for their donation of €1600 of proceeds from last year’s Noel McManus Memorial Run. The funds are being used to assist the continuing progress and fitting out of the gym in the community centre. The 2018 Noel McManus Memorial Run takes place this Good Friday the 30th March and includes a 50k cycle. This is always a fantastic event and we are looking forward to this year’s edition already.

Gortletteragh GAA Club Notes 17/01/2018

Club Draw 2018 – Tickets for our 2018 Club Draw are now available from players and club officers. We will be doing the rounds in the coming weeks and as always appreciate your support for what is our main fundraising project every year. There’s almost €5,000 in prizes on offer and with tickets costing €20 it represents great value for money.
Prizes are as follows
1st: €3000
2nd: €1000
3rd: €200 voucher sponsored by Spirit Clothing Longford
4th €100  voucher sponsored by Spirit Clothing Longford
5th €100 sponsored by Aurivo Mohill
6th €100 sponsored by C & M Agri Services Tooman
7th €100 sponsored by Barry Costello Auto Repair Tooman
8th €100 sponsored by Mitchell Meats Drumlish
9th €100 sponsored by Ralph Lennon Welcome Inn Cornageeha
10th €100 sponsored by Colum Fox
The Draw takes place in Spirit Bar Mohill on 24th Feb 2018.
Comhbrón – The Club extends their deepest sympathies to the Heaney family, Cattan, and the wider Heaney family on the passing of Seán Heaney last week. Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.
Leitrim Update – Jack Heslin is currently representing us on the Leitrim Senior Panel as they work their way through the FBD League campaign in advance of their National League opener against Antrim in a few weeks time.

Gortletteragh GAA Club Notes 09/01/2018

T.P. REYNOLDS RIP – It was with great sadness the club heard that T.P. Reynolds, Fearglass, passed away on Friday 29th December 2017, following a short illness at Our Lady’s Manor Nursing Home, Edgeworthstown .

T.P. and his family are steeped in the history of Gortletteragh GAA.  His father Hubert played for the club in the 20’s and 30’s.  His sons Hubie, Joe and Desmond played for the club through the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s, while his grandchildren Eamon, John, Ciaran and Leona currently play for the club.  His grand-daughter Lorraine has served as club Physio on many occasions.

T.P. starred with the club for many years, mostly at centre halfback where he was known as a strong, tough but fair opponent.  He was centre halfback on the Junior A team who ended a 40-year trophy-less spell for the club when they won the League in 1949.  T.P. wore the No. 6 jersey when they won the League again in 1958.  He won a Senior League with Cloone in 1952 when Gortletteragh didn’t field a team.

After T.P. finished playing, he was a constant presence at matches, supporting his club all the way.  At the time of his death, T.P. was a President of the Club and had been for many years.  The large number of Club players and members who took part in a Guard of Honour at his Funeral in Fearglass showed the esteem in which he and his family are held in the community.

The Club would like to extend its deepest sympathy to his wife Maura, daughter Miriam, sons Hubie, Joe and Desmond, daughter-in-law Una, son-in-law Michael, (two more great Gortletteragh supporters), grandchildren Lorraine, Claire, Eamon, John, Ciaran and Leona, brother-in-law Eamon, sisters-in-law Catherine and Maud, neighbours and friends.

Go nDéana Dia Trócaire ar a Anam.

Club Draw 2018 – Tickets for our 2018 Club Draw are now available from players and club officers. We will be doing the rounds in the coming weeks and as always appreciate your support for what is our main fundraising project every year. There’s almost €5,000 in prizes on offer and with tickets costing €20 it represents great value for money. The Draw takes place in Spirit Bar Mohill on 24th Feb 2018. Prizes are as follows
1st: €3000

2nd: €1000
3rd: €200 voucher sponsored by Spirit Clothing Longford

4th €100  voucher sponsored by Spirit Clothing Longford

5th €100 sponsored by Aurivo Mohill

6th €100 sponsored by C & M Agri Services Tooman

7th €100 sponsored by Barry Costello Auto Repair Tooman

8th €100 sponsored by Mitchell Meats Drumlish
9th €100 sponsored by Ralph Lennon Welcome Inn Cornageeha
10th €100 sponsored by Colum Fox

Christmas Santa’s vs Elves – The Santas and the Elves served up a thriller on St Stephen’s day. The proverbial game of two halves was played out, after a strong start from the Elves the Santas regrouped and turned in a good second half performance to force a penaltyshootoutt at the end. Well done to all the players young and not so young who turned out on the day. €1750 was raised for the University Hospital Galway Oncology Patient Comfort Fund, a very worthy cause. Thanks to everyone for coming out and supporting the event.

All support much appreciated.

Gortletteragh GAA Club Notes 20/12/2017

Under 21 Final – Fenagh Gortletteragh took the field for the fourth year in a row in the Under 21 A Final hoping to cap the year off with a trophy. Old rivals St Manchan’s were the opposition and thanks to a fisted goal by Keith Beirne they held sway at halftime. The lads threatened to mount their trademark comeback when Riordan O’Rourke goaled late on but despite some last-gasp efforts, Manachan’s held on for a 1-11 to 1-08 win and disappointment for our lads. Having lost the last three finals in the grade was a blow but these lads have shown remarkable grit and have a never say die attitude that was evident in Pairc Seán last weekend. They are a credit to their families and their clubs and no doubt they will be back again as they continue their careers with club and county. Well done to the entire panel for their efforts and to their mentors Tom, Bobby, Sean and Paul.

SANTAS vs ELVES – A brilliant festive football spectacle is down for decision in Gortletteragh GAA grounds on St Stephens Day as a team of Santas take on their Elf counterparts. Following the success of last year’s big match where the Santas emerged victorious following a penalty shootout, the Elves are ready to reclaim bragging rights for 2018.  Players of past and present are welcome to take sides in the battle and join in on the day. Throw in is at 2pm. Admission is optional. All proceeds go towards University Hospital Galway Oncology Unit. All parishioners are encouraged to come along and show their support.

Nollaig Shona – We would like to wish all players, supporters, parishioners, sponsors, and anybody connected with the club whether at home or away a very happy Christmas and peaceful, prosperous New Year.

Gortletteragh GAA Club Notes 13/12/2017

AGM – The AGM was held on Saturday with a good crowd in attendance. Darren gave a comprehensive review of the year both on and off the field. Colum’s treasurers report detailed all the clubs finances for the year. The club facilities development was outlined also and is now progressing following a long year of planning and preparation. All officers were returned for 2018 with Padraig Gallagher being elected the Health and Wellness officer. The position of PRO is currently vacant and will need to be filled early in the New Year.

U21 Final – The refixed U21 final will take place this Saturday at 2.30 in Pairs Sean. Time and venue is subject to change so check club facebook for details.

Santas vs Elves 2: St Stephens Day – The Santas & Elves will be filling up on turkey and trifle and going at it again on St Stephens Day in a Charity contest for the ages. Throw in at 2 pm and anyone interested in donning a beard or elf ears and togging out is welcome.

Gortletteragh GAA Club Notes 08/12/2017

AGM – Our AGM takes place this Saturday the 9th December at 8pm in the Community Centre. All welcome.

U21 Final – Fenagh Gortletteragh are back in the U21 final after a barnstorming second-half performance secured them the win over Ballinamore SOH at the weekend in a game of two halves.  Throw in is 2 pm Sunday in Pairc Sean so come out and support the lads against neighbours St Manachans in what will be the last ever U21 final before it’s regraded to U20.

Gortletteragh GAA Club Notes 29/11/2017

AGM – AGM takes place Sat 9th Dec in the Community Centre @ 8pm. Nominations for positions and motions for discussion to be emailed to the Secretary at secretary.gortletteragh.Leitrim@gaa.ie no later than Wed 6th December. All are welcome.

U21 – Last week’s U21 game vs St Manachans fell foul of the weather conditions, this weekend the lads are away to Ballinamore SOH on Saturday afternoon, throw in 12.00 noon, time subject to change.

Gortletteragh GAA Club Notes 14/11/2017

U21 – Fenagh Gortletteragh had a bye last week and are down to play Melvin Gaels away in the next round of the U21 Championship this Sunday at 12 noon. Keep an eye out for any changes to this fixture.

Club AGM – The AGM of Gortletteragh GAA Club will take place on Saturday, December 9th at the Community Centre, time TBC. Nominations for any Executive position or Motions for discussion to be emailed to the Secretary no later than Wednesday 6th December at secretary.gortletteragh.leitrim@gaa.ie

Gortletteragh GAA Club Notes 07/11/2017

The Cavan Curse – We’d like to thank Seamus O’Rourke and his team for a very enjoyable night and everyone who came and supported it on the night. The night was a great success and the positive feedback we’ve received since the play, a real reflection of how entertaining the play is & how the brilliant performances of Fiona Fitzpatrick and the well known Seamus O’Rourke really were. Thanks to the traffic stewards, the people who helped out with refreshments, tickets sellers for the raffle, and all the local businesses who generously sponsored spot prizes on the night, also all who laid out the chairs and helped to tidy up after the play. Thanks to Bornacoola for the loan of extra chairs for the night.

U21 – Fenagh Gortletteragh got their U21 championship campaign underway with a good win over St Brigids in the park last Sunday morning. They have a bye in the competition this weekend.

Club AGM – The AGM of Gortletteragh GAA Club will take place on Saturday December 9th in the Community Centre, time TBC. Nominations for any Executive position or Motions for discussion to be emailed to the Secretary no later than Wednesday 6th December.

Gortletteragh GAA Club Notes 25/10/2017

The Cavan Curse comes to Cornageeha this Saturday Night Seamus O’Rourke brings the Cavan Curse to Cornageeha Community Centre this Saturday Night the 28th November. Tickets still available and there will be a limited number of tickets available on the door on the night. The show begins at 8.30 with doors from 7.30. This hilarious show promises a night not to be missed

Sympathy We extend our sympathy to the Ward family, Fearglass North on the passing of Lizzie’s aunt Kathleen Kelleher, Fenagh, last week. Ár dheis Dé go raibh a hanam.