Archive for category: Mohill

Congratulations Aughawillan – Firstly, we congratulate the Aughawillan team and Management on becoming champions once again. As always they were gracious winners and we wish them well in the Connacht Club championship. It is always difficult to defend a title and this was just not Mohill’s day. It was sad for the team and Management as no stone was left unturned in preparation for the big day. We thank the players and mentors who travelled long distances at their own expense to train in central locations, hopefully, they will gain from this experience and go from strength to strength. Ní neart go cur le chéile.

Jim Meehan RIP – The Club extends condolences to the family of Jim Meehan who died last week.  Jim was a pleasant and cheerful man and a long-serving officer of the County Board and his club Dromahaire. Ar Dheis Dé go raibh sé.

Under 15 – These young men will contest the Championship semi-final with Manorhamilton next week

Senior Championship – The seniors will contest the championship final with Aughawillan on Sunday October 14. Manorhamilton were obviously not on form on Saturday last in the semi and three games in a row took their toll. Nevertheless, Mohill are coming good at the right time and the pairing in the final should be very competitive. Lots of work still to be done on the field and around the parish to prepare for the greatest day in Leitrim football. We were sorry to see Eslin bow out after a great campaign but we congratulate our near neighbours Annaduff and Fenagh who will contest the Intermediate final

Intermediates – The second string strived in vain to maintain their Intermediate status on Sunday morning but Aughavas were the winners in this relegation battle in Cloone. On a positive note we saw the return of young Jordan Reynolds after a serious arm fracture and he surely made his presence felt with outstanding scores.

Ladies Final – Mohill Ladies gave a fine display of football in the Intermediate final on Sunday last and we congratulate the St Francis team who were worthy winners on the day. It was a very exciting game with two evenly matched teams but our very young team have made amazing progress in nine weeks since the same St Francis team beat us by 30 points. The Ladies Club thank Gary and Shane Canning, Darragh Gordon and Caillin Canning for looking after the team all year. Good days ahead le cúnamh Dé

Under 15 – TheU15s came up against tough opposition in Allen Gaels, who deservedly ran out winners by a margin of 3-12 to 0-9. Mohill missed numerous opportunities in the first half and it was Allen Gaels who drove on in the second half. This was our first defeat of the year at this age grade and over the next two weeks they will hope to put it right. The team and scorers was, L Bohan, D Scott, F Cassells, G Reynolds, B Donohue, D Duignan, T McNabola, C Quinn, C Keegan 0-1, K Curran 0-1, S Bohan 0-2, A McCrann 0-2, J Rowley, C Macklin, M Murphy 0-2. Subs, E Duignan, B David, B Logan, J Foy, A Lubey, C Donohue, A McGuinness, A McCrann.

Fundraising – Fundraising is the bad F word at the moment but it is essential to keep the club running. It is difficult to survive without calling on the generosity of the people and our sponsors and we are forever indebted to Lough Rynn Castle and their Manager Ciaran Reidy for their continued sponsorship over the last few very successful years. The club are at present holding a monster draw with tickets selling at €20, First Prize is €3000, Second Prize €1000 plus numerous other prizes.  Be generous when we call to your door, the club is doing a great job for your children and the whole community.

Walking Track – On Sat. Oct 13 the new Walking track around the pitch will be officially opened by ‘Ireland’s Fittest Family’, The Beirnes. International athlete Eanna Madden will also attend. Time to be arranged. More details next week.

Senior Championship – Following the good win over a young Allen Gaels on Saturday last in Carrick we will now play the winner of the Ballinamore Manor replay in the Senior Semi-Final in two weeks time. following the good win over a young Allen Gaels on Saturday last in Carrick.

Under 15 – These lads have won their first three games but will come up against much stronger opposition in the next few weeks. On Friday last they narrowly beat Dromahaire and on the previous Monday had a comprehensive victory over Leitrim Gaels. The panel and scorers on the Monday game was, L Bohan, D Scott, F Cassells, G Reynolds, J Foy, B Donohue, T McNabola, C Quinn 0-2, C Keegan 1-2, A McCrann 1-3, S Bohan 1-0, K Curran 1-3, M Murphy 1-0, C Macklin 1-2, A McCrann 0-1, D Duignan 0-1, B David 1-0, B Logan, A Looby. Next Friday they meet St Mary’s in Pairc Philib MhicAonghusa.

Under 13 Reserves – Mohill came out tops in this Shield Final on Friday last in Pairc Seán. This was a very entertaining game with both sides showing the benefit of underage coaching. The lead changed many times but on the final whistle the Mohill boys were two goals up and the celebrations began. The panel and scorers was, J Rowley, J McCrann, C Donohue, A Kiernan, T Mayock, C Walpole, T Casey, A McGuinness 0-1, L Flynn 0-3, K McCaffrey, H Boyle 1-0, E Kilrane, O Coka 1-0, S Curran 1-1, B McCrann 1-0, J Dimmock, N Mulligan, P Coka, A Wynne, C McNamara, M Murphy 1-1.

Minor Ladies – The Minor girls will contest the Shield Final with Drumkeerin in Leitrim Village at 2pm on Saturday next. The girls give massive support to the menfolk so we will expect them to come out in numbers this weekend and the weekend after to cheer on our Ladies in the Intermediate Final.

Fundraising efforts – All members will be selling €20 tickets as part of fundraising, First Prize is €3000, Second Prize €1000 plus numerous other prizes. Be generous, we do a great job for everyone.

Under 13 – This bunch of lads entertained us all year winning most games and playing wonderful football. On Monday last in the semi-final of the Championship they hit an off day and were beaten by St Mary’s. Admittedly they encountered a magnificient Carrick team who had all the skills on show on the night. The boys were disappointed but there will be great days ahead for these young men. The panel and scorers was, L Bohan, M Tiernan, A McGuinness, A Mulligan, L Flynn, C Donohue, C Walpole, E Duignan 0-1, J Rowley 0-1, K McCaffrey, M Murphy 1-4, E Kilrane,C McNamara 0-1, S Curran, D Casey, H Boyle 1-0, J McCrann, T Mayock, A McCrann, B McCrann, P Coka. Man of the match was the goalie Luke Bohan. Thanks to Paul Murphy and John McGuinness who coached the boys all year.

Junior A –The Junior team bowed out of the Championship on Saturday last with a heavy defeat at the hands of Glencar-Manor. The absence of top scorer Colm Beirne did not help, but Manor’s second string was way too strong for our third team. Thanks to Shane Quinn and Domhnaill Flynn who looked after this team during the year.

Senior Championship – On Saturday we play Ballinamore in the last game of the group stage. A win is important so support is essential

Padraic Davis – Congratulations to Padraic Davis, Mohill’s very successful Manager for the last three years who in now at the helm of the Longford County panel. Lucky Longford.

Under 15 – This Championship is only underway now so we will have games on Tuesdays and maybe other days.

Lotto – No Jackpot winner. Numbers drawn were 1-4-6-18. Lucky dip winners were €70 Dylan and Milly Lynch Ballinalee. €40 Jim and Mary Foy Cloone. €20 Paul Murphy Mohill.

Fundraising – As there has not been any big fundraising this year the Club must hold a giant raffle. The tickets will cost €20 and there will be big prizes. Club members will be selling them soon. More details next week.

Under 12 Girls – Congratulations to the Under 12 girls who won the Shield final on Friday last.  

Junior A – The third string made it to the quarterfinals of the championship with a win over a strong Kiltubrid side on Sunday last in Cloone. The panel and scorers were, J Farry, S Kilrane, M McDermott, N Conboy, J Beirne, J McGuinness, J Farrell, P McLoughlin, N Flynn 0-1, C Beirne 0-10, S Canning,  C McGuinness 0-1, C Beirne 0-2 J McGuinness 0-1, S Kennedy, S McGowan 0-1, B Beirne.

Senior and Intermediate Championships – Mohill play Drumreilly on Saturday next in Ballinamore at 5pm. Support much appreciated. The Intermediates play Ballinamore in Cloone on Sunday at 12pm.

Under 13 – These lads were given the points from Manor last week so hopefully, they will be into the semi-final. Under 17s play Dromahire on Sunday venue and time not known at going to press.

Recent Wedding – Heartiest congratulations to Mark(Leftie)Canning and Kerry who tied the knot with the company of their families in far off Seattle last week. Leftie played for Mohill for some years and still makes guest appearances with The Seattle Gaelic team. We wish them both every happiness.

Senior Championship – Another good win was recorded on Saturday last when Mohill played Dromahaire. Next Saturday they play Gortletteragh.

Intermediate Championship – The second string played Eslin on Sunday. The first half was very competitive with only two points separating the sides. On resumption the Beirne machine sprung into action and outscored Mohill. All players gave it their all and never gave up

Under 13 – These boys beat arch rivals St Mary’s in the Championship on Friday last in Mohill. The panel and scorers was. L Bohan, C Donohue, A McGuinness, M Tiernan, D Casey1-0, E Kilrane, L Flynn, E Duignan 0-2, J Rowley 0-1, C McNamara, M Murphy 2-5, S Curran 1-0, K McCaffrey, B McCrann, H Boyle.

The reserve team also won, scorers were, H Boyle 1-2, E Kilrane 0-3, D Beirne 1-1, S Curran 0-2, O Coka 1-0, B McCrann 0-1. Next game is away to Dromahaire on Thursday 9

Under 17 – The Under 17s kept their hopes alive in the Championship with a good win over a strong Dromahaire team on Monday last. Scorers, S Bohan 1-3, F Cssells 0-3, D Duignan 1-0, N McNabola 1-0, A McCrann 1-3, C Quinn 1-2, C Mcklin 0-1. They play Rinn Gaels on this Wednesday.