Leitrim Gaels Club Notes 25/09/2017

Intermediate – The Intermediate team booked themselves a place in the county final after seeing off a very good Drumkeeran side in the semi-finals in Ballinamore on Sunday afternoon. Trailing by 6 points the Gaels pulled in back with a goal from Liam Moreton and some great points from Aidan Flynn, Eunan Tracey and Shaun Chandler. Every player put their heart on the line in truly epic comeback to emerge victorious 1-13 to 1-10.  The final is against Aughnashellin on Sunday 8th October at 1:30 pm in Pairc Sean. The team would like to thank our supporters, the last 3 games the Gaels support has increased, as has the decibel level of noise. Thanks for getting behind the team and we hope you will return on the 8th of October to get behind the team. Let’s start getting the green and purple flags out for the next fortnight.

Turn the Village Purple and Green – In preparation for the county final car and house flags will be available to purchase as well as bunting to put up around your house and business. We will also be running a Predict the score with sheets available in the village. For all of the above please contact Mark Chandler, Jonathon Moffitt or any committee member. If you are willing to provide time or make a donation to support the team preparations please let us know.

Under 17’s – Under 17’are playing in a Championship Semi Final this weekend against Drumkeeran on Saturday at 12 noon in Drumkeeran. We wish Joe and the team all the best to and hope to see Leitrim Gaels in another final.

Leitrim Gaels Club Notes – 18/9/17

Intermediate
– The Intermediate replay with Fenagh was another thriller and we emerged victorious to progress to the semi finals on a score line of 2-09 to 0-9. The semi final against Drumkeeran is on Sunday next in Ballinamore at 4pm. It was your support who was the 16th man against Fenagh so we urge all our supporters to come and support the team again.
Under 17
– The under 17 team recorded a good win over Glencar Manorhamilton on Saturday last 4-14 to 3-06. They have one game left in the group stages against Drumkeeran.
Sponsorship – Many thanks to Michael and Maureen Treacy and all at the Leitrim Inn for their donation to supporting the Intermediate team during the championship.
Club Gear
– Anyone interested in ordering gear please contact Mark Chandler chairperson.leitrimgaels.leitrim@gaa.ie . Shorts (€18) and socks (€10) available to purchase. Half Zips can be ordered €50. All of which can be ideal presents.
Club Meeting
– Club Committee and Coaches Meeting this Friday 22nd September at 8pm at the Club House. All coaches are asked to attend and new members wishing to get involved in the club are welcome.
Sympathy
– The club wish to express their deepest sympathy to Paul Guckian and family Kiltoughart on the sad passing of his grandmother. From Leitrim Gaels GAA club we wish to extend our sympathy to the Murray family Carrick on Shannon on the on the sudden death of Bernard. Is féidir a n-anamacha a anam.

Leitrim Gaels Club Notes – 11/9/17

Under 15 Final – The under 15 team proved the future is bright for Leitrim Gaels in years to come when the captured the Under 15 13 aside championship by seeing off a very good Mohill team 3-09 to 0-11. The team were Michael Farrell, Oisin Mc Cabe, Aaron Alridge, Rory Kelly, Sean  Nee, Paddy Keane, Daniel O’ Sullivan, Oisin Curley, Rian Mc Cauley, Jim Cullen, Liam Chandler, Nathan Walsh, Shane Rynn, Mathew Doyle, Liam Mc Nabola, Jonatan Casey, Leon O’ Brien, Robbie Casey, Milo Blake, Eentje Gavigan and  Brian Goldrick. The lads were guided under the excellent knowledge of Pearse O’Looney, Bryan Kelly, Gerry Gurley and Barry Kerr.

Intermediate – The Intermediate replay with Fenagh takes place Saturday afternoon at 3pm in Pairc Sean. It is sure to be a thriller,  and again we urge all our supporters to come out and support, The team  thank you for your support last Sunday.

Underage – The Under 17’s beat Annaduff 2-23 to 1-03 on Saturday. They play Manorhamilton, this Saturday away at 12 noon. The Under 13’s play their last Championship game against St Bridgids this evening in Leitrim at 6:30pm.

Club Gear – Anyone that ordered gear please contact Mark Chandler chairperson.leitrimgaels.leitrim@gaa.ie  to arrange collection. There are some shorts (€18) and socks (€10) available to purchase, limited sizes. Half Zips can be ordered €50.

Club Meeting – Club Committee and Coaches Meeting on Friday 22nd September at 8pm at the Club House. All coaches are asked to attend and new members wishing to get involved in the club are welcome.