Melvin Gaels GAA Club Notes 20/12/2018

The Harte of the Matter – Melvin Gaels big fundraising night on Saturday January 12th in the Great Northern Hotel, Bundoran, “The Harte of the Matter”, will feature special guests, Mickey Harte, Aiden O’Mahoney, Caroline Currid, Rory Gallagher and Brian Mc Eniff and others and will explore and delve into the GAA in the past, the present and the future. There will be a huge raffle which will include signed county jerseys from Leitrim, Donegal, Tyrone, Sligo, Kerry and much much more! While it’s a fundraiser for the community pitch and ongoing club costs it’s an event that any GAA fan may like to attend. Let’s all make this a night to remember for the town and the surrounding areas. The event will be hosted by Colin Regan. Presentation of medals to the Melvin Gaels Under 20 County Championship winning team will take place on the night and any player due to get a medal is asked to contact Club Chairman, Liam Freeburn at 086 3882077 to arrange tickets at a reduced rate. Tickets are, Adults €15, Under 16s €5 and are now on sale in McGowans Spar, Kinlough and at reception at The Great Northern Hotel, Bundoran.

New Senior Team Manager – The Club would like to congratulate James Phelan on his appointment as Senior Team Manager for 2019. James has a lot of experience at Club and county level and the Club wishes him every success in his appointment.

50/50 Draw – The winner of last week’s draw was Naoise and Caoimhe Mc Carron, 1 Dartry View, Kinlough. They won €184. Get your ticket now for this week’s draw. You can now play 5050 as a Direct Debit or Annual Ticket. Never miss out on buying your weekly ticket again!!! And if you are away from home, you can still support Melvin Gaels!

New Development Project Many people from the locality and further afield have supported the Community Development Project at the Community Centre, Melvin Park and Dressing rooms, which is well underway. Any Kinlough people travelling home at Christmas will see that Melvin Park has changed a lot. The Committee is appealing to anyone who has yet to support the development to try to help, by joining the draw or sponsoring in any way.  A lot of money is needed to complete the project which will be very impressive when completed and will be a huge benefit to all the Community. The fundraising involves “Make Your Mark on Melvin Park” for €100 which will represent a square of Melvin Park, entry into a draw, prizes 5x €1000, and your name on a commemorative plaque. To get your “Mark on Melvin Park” contact Spar, Kinlough or Pat at 0871787194 or Katherine at          087 287 0086 any of the Committee or go to www.kinloughcommunitycentre.wordpress.com. The Club is very much involved in this fundraising and any donation would be greatly appreciated.

Lights On- The lights will be on at the Training Pitch every evening from 4pm to 9pm as a Health Initiative so that the Community can make use of them on the dark evenings.

Glencar/Manorhamilton GAA Club Notes 20/12/2018

Season’s Greetings – We extend season’s greetings to all our club members, players, sponsors and supporters at home and abroad and we hope it is a very peaceful and happy time for everyone.  Special thanks to our friends in the media who continue to promote our club and in this regard we thank especially John Connolly, Willie Donnellan, Philip Rooney and all the staff in the Leitrim Observer who do a mighty job year in, year out promoting sport in Leitrim.

 5 in a Row Leitrim U16 Champions – Our U16 girls ended our club season on a high by capturing the Leitrim Ladies Championship 15aside title for an historic 5th time in a row in Cloone last Friday night. An absorbing first half of cracking football seen the sides go in level at the interval – Ballinamore SOH 2-6 to Glencar Manor’s 3-3. Manor were the dominant side in the second half and won the contest on a scoreline of 6-4 to 2-9. Joint captains Hannah Gallagher and Leah Fox were presented with the trophy by the Chairperson of Leitrim Ladies, Michelle Reynolds much to the delight of their teammates, mentors and supporters. Special thanks to their coaches Tommy Gallagher, Martin Johnston, Christina Loughlin and Dolores McCann for mentoring the team all season and for leading them to this historic victory. With weather conditions particularly difficult on a cold December night in Cloone, both teams must be complimented on serving up a very entertaining game of football while credit must also be attributed to the Cloone club whose pitch held up very well given the conditions.

 Club Christmas Table Quiz – We are hosting a Club Table Quiz in Gurns on Sunday December 30th at 9pm.  This is always a great opportunity to meet up with friends at home for Christmas.  €20 per table of 4 and as always your support would be greatly appreciated.

Club Academy – Santa will pay his annual visit to our club academy this Friday night in the Gym at St Clare’s Comprehensive School.  Families are asked to be in attendance by 7.20pm at the latest.

Match for Mark – The annual Match for Mark game between St Mary’s of Sligo and Glencar/Manorhamilton returns again this year on St Stephen’s Day.  Keep the date free, dust down the boots and see you in Kent Park for what has always been a great social occasion and opportunity to support a local charity in memory of St Mary’s and Glencar Manor’s former player Mark Rooney.  Details are being finalised and full fixture details will be issued shortly.

Sympathy – We offer heartfelt sympathy to the McGuinness family, Castle Street on the sad passing of Den McGuinness.  Den was involved in the first committee which set up our club in 1969, he subsequently held the position of Club Treasurer in 1970 and down through the years he was a great supporter of our fundraising activities and teams.  May his gentle soul Rest in Peace.

Club Lotto – Our last Club Lotto took place in SuperValu on 11/12/18.  Numbers drawn 3, 4, 24, 28.  The jackpot was €4,675 and unfortunately there was no winner.  Five consolation prizes went to John Francis Rooney (Gortnaskeagh) – yearly ticket, Catherine Ahearne (Tawneymoyle), Michael Clancy (Skreeney), Patrick Coco McMorrow (Glenfarne), Mark McTernan (Killargue).  Many thanks to everybody who continues to support our Lotto.  Next Jackpot €4,750.

New Arrival – Hearty congrats to Oliver and Elaine McBride on the safe arrival of their baby son Ciarán recently.

Old Club Jerseys – We are looking for people to search out their wardrobes, garages and attics in search of old club jerseys which were used by our adult and juvenile football and hurling teams in the club (male and female) in the following decades – the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, 90’s, 2000’s.  They are needed for our 50th club celebrations.  Please contact Collette Fox asap on 0866020192 if you can assist.

Heinz Beans Tokens – We are asking our club members and all underage parents to collect Heinz Beans tokens. If we have enough tokens our underage boys and girls teams could benefit with sports kits. The closing date is the 15th February, 2019.

Ladies Club History – In preparation for our club’s 50th anniversary in 2019, the ladies club are looking to dig out all old photos, match programmes, newspaper clippings or any other club memorabilia to help prepare a detailed history of the history of the ladies club. We are also trying to compile the names of all club officers/managers/club award winners since the club was formed – so if you were an officer/manager/award winner – please forward any information you can.  Please email any correspondence you have to glencarmanorladies@gmail.com.

Pitch Bookings – All pitch bookings for the Bee Park and Boggaun are to be made through Patrick McMorrow.  Patrick can be contacted on 0868973339.

Aughawillan GAA Club Notes 20/12/2018

Annual Christmas Draw – The annual Aughawillan Christmas Draw will be held in the Viking Lounge on Saturday 5th January. There’s a total of 15 prizes to be won on the night, including a top prize of €5,000. Tickets are €20 or 3 for €50 & we ask that if possible to please support the draw. If you’re interested in buying (or selling!) tickets, please contact a member of the club’s executive. Tickets are also available online through this link: https://www.klubfunder.com/Clubs/Aughawillan_GAA_Club

Club Lotto – Results for the Lotto draw on Wednesday 12th December. Numbers drawn: 8, 18, 20, 28. No jackpot winners. €20 winners: 1. Leo Mitchell, 2. Myrtle Neill, Ballyconnell, 3. Kathleen O’Gorman, Bawnboy, 4. Ailish Prior, Ballinamore, 5. Mary Fee, Mullaghboy, 6. Colette Flanagan, Garadice, 7. Margaret Gaffney. Next draw will take place on Friday 28th December in The Viking. Jackpot: €4,100. As this is the Christmas draw, if there are no jackpot winners, there will be 14 €20 winners. Tickets for the fortnightly lotto are now available online – link on Facebook page – Aughawillan GAA.

Christmas Poker Classic – Aughawillan GAA will be holding their annual Christmas Poker Classic on Thursday 28th December in the Ballymac Inn. €20 entry fee, €5 buy back. Registration at 9.30pm sharp and refreshments will be served on the night. All welcome to what’s sure to be a great night of 5 card poker.

AGM – The annual AGM will take place on Sunday 30th December. We encourage as many people as possible to attend and new members are always welcome!

Merry Christmas – Aughawillan GAA would like to wish all players, members and supporters a Merry Christmas and a Happy & Healthy New Year! We thank you for the part you played in the club during 2018 and look forward to your continued support in 2019!
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Leitrim Gaels GAA Club Notes 20/12/2018

Leitrim Community Facilities – The Leitrim Community Facilities National Lottery Scheme has completed another year and a draw will be held on after Mass on Sunday 23rd December in St Josephs Hall for all paid up members. There will 12 x €100 prizes, Committee members will call on those who pay cash or cheque for membership for the next 12 months. Any person who would like to join the scheme can contact Joseph Guckian or Willie Donnellan or any committee member. The cost is €10 per month. The scheme is run to raise funds to pay outstanding loans on Leitrim Gaels Community Field and St Joseph’s Centre. The total of the loan outstanding of approximately €95,000.

Merry Christmas – We wish all our members, supporters and sponsors a very happy and peaceful Christmas and prosperous new year. Many thanks to anyone who helped in the club over the past 12 months it is much appreciated and will hopefully continue into 2019.

Club Meeting – Club meeting to be held on this Friday 21st December at 7pm in the clubhouse. All welcome to attend.

Well Wishes – The club wishes of own Noeleen Geoghegan who has joined the county executive as assistant treasurer, best of luck to her in the role.

National Draw – The National draw tickets are on sale locally, they cost €10 each with fantastic prizes. This is one of our main Fundraising events and all proceeds goes towards the cost of running the club. We very much appreciate your support.

Underage Presentation – Underage presentation will take place first weekend January in the Clubhouse, exact date and time to be confirmed.

Membership – Membership is now due and there will be a registration weekend coming up. All members paid up before 31st March 2019 will have full voting rights.

Pitch Closure – The community field pitch and training area is closed until further notice to allow for maintenance work to be carried out..

5k Run/Walk – 5K Run/Walk in aid of the IHCPT on St Stephens Day, race starts at 12 sharp. Registration is from 10.30am to 11.40am at St Joseph’s Hall, Leitrim Village. The organising committee are looking for stewards to do marshalling on the day and volunteers for registration and timekeeping. All are welcome to participate.

Sympathy – The club wishes to extend their deepest sympathy to the Mc Nulty Family, Annabradican, Kilclare on the sad passing of Lizzie Jane. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam.

Kiltubrid GAA Club Notes 20/12/2018

AGM – A well attended AGM took place last Friday 14th December.  Chairperson Emmet Mahon addressed the Meeting and spoke about the great progress made in 2018 with an eye to building on this progress in 2019.  Secretary Sheila Guckian detailed the busy year of Club Activities throughout 2018 on and off the field.  Out-going Treasurer Eoin Meehan delivered healthy Financial Accounts for both Club and Park Accounts for 2018.  Officers returned for 2019:  Chairperson Emmet Mahon, Secretary Sheila Guckian, Treasurer Dermot McKeon, Asst Treasurers Kevin Nealon & Eoin Meehan, Registrar Vincent Lee, Development & Insurance Officer PJ Meehan, Cultural Officer Maria Fallon, Park Bookings Kealen McKeon and IT Officer Eoin Meehan.
St Stephen’s Day Charity Match- Our Annual Charity Match will take place on Wed 26th Dec in Pairc Cill Tiobraid.  This is a great opportunity for all players past and present to burn off the Christmas Dinner Calories and raise money for a worthy cause.  Full details on the Match will be on Facebook and Twitter in the next few days.
 
Season’s Greetings – As we enter the Festive Period, Kiltubrid GAA wish all our Supporters at Home and Abroad a very Happy Christmas.  We also take this opportunity to thank John Connolly in the Leitrim Observer and Declan Bohan Leitrim GAA PRO for all their assistance and support throughout 2018.
Lip Sync Legends DVD – Get your hands on a DVD of the recent Kiltubrid Lip Sync Night just in time for Christmas.  The DVD includes all 14 Acts, Opening Scene, Closing Finale Dances plus bonus behind the scenes footage and interviews which aren’t to be missed!!  DVDs are currently on Sale at €10 from Gerties Bar.  We expect these to sell fast so please secure your copy and book your DVD by contacting Micheal 086 892 9340 or Niall 086 367 1917.
Volleyball All-Ireland – Hard luck to Drumshanbo Vocactional School, as they were defeated by Loughrea College in the All-Ireland Senior Boy’s Final.  Kiltubrid were well represented on the team with Captain Diarmuid MacThiarnan, Sean McNabola, Barry McWeeney and Peter Winters.

Drumkeerin GAA Club Notes 20/12/2018

Merry Christmas – the club would like to wish all its members a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. 2018 had its ups and downs and we look forward to 2019 and what it will bring for the club and its members.

Reconstruction of Drumkeerin GAA Club terraces – Expressions of interests are sought for the tender of the reconstruction of the terraces at Naomh Bríd GAA grounds in Drumkeerin. All tender documentation is available at Francis Davitt Planning, Main Street, Drumkeerin.  Close of applications will be at 4pm sharp on Friday the 25th of January 2019.

Lotto – took place over the weekend the 4 numbers drawn were 12,14,19,22 there was no jackpot winner of €4200 the five €20 winners were, Joesph Feeney, Daniel Woods, Jason Flynn, James McGoldrick, David & Emer Moran. Next draw will be on St. Stephens night, where there will be extra spot prizes on the night. You can purchase a ticket in any of the local business.

25 Card Drive – this Sunday night in Davitts Bar, December 23rd at 8:30pm. It’s the last week you can win a turkey.

Ballinaglera GAA Club Notes 20/12/2018

Scór na nÓg – Thank you and well done to our quiz team that took part in the recent Scor na nÓg. The quiz team comprised Liam McGourty, Danny and Jamie McGrael and Damian Gilmartin.

200 Club draw winners – €100 PJ McTiernan €50 each Micheal McGrail and David O Rourke.

Charity Match – There will be a charity match in the football pitch on St. Stephen’s Day, the Highlander’s V the Lowlanders at 2pm. All proceeds will go to SHOUT, the Oncology Unit at Sligo University hospital. Everyone welcome.

Fenagh St Caillin’s GAA Club Notes 20/12/2018

Seasons Greetings – at this Christmas time we would like to extend best wishes to all our members, their families and the people of our community and beyond. We hope you have an enjoyable and peaceful time over the festive period.

Sincere Thanks – Fenagh St Caillins GAA Club wishes to express our sincerest thanks to our successful 2018 senior management team of Declan Maguire, Niall Flynn, Frank Smith and Killian McLoughlin. Declan returned to the club at the start of the year and brought with him the determination, knowledge, and know-how which he instilled into a young team and led them to a rare Leitrim Championship title which this club has strived towards for over 40 years since its last one. Declan was ably assisted by Niall Flynn who is the definition of a great clubman who has given unselfishly of his time and expertise constantly for several years now and achieved his just rewards with this seasons victory. Thanks also to Frank and Killian who were always on hand to fine tune the squad with the wealth of experience they have both gained over successful careers with club and county. We wish Declan and his family all the best in their future endeavours and know that Niall, Frank and Killian will be on hand to assist this club to build stronger in the years to come.
County Final DVD – Dvd’s of the County Final replay with commentary from John Lynch, including all the celebrations and photographs, are now available. They would make an ideal Christmas gift. Text Ray Greenan on 086 8524625 if you want one. Cost is €15.
Lotto results – the results from our latest lotto draw are as follows; the jackpot was €3100. Numbers drawn were 6 2 3 8 4 5 7 1. There was no jackpot winner. €20 winners on the night were Patricia McLoughlin, Fenaghbeg, Katie Guckian and Brendan Flynn. Yearly ticket holder €20 winner was Shonagh Conefrey. Thank you for your continuing support.
St Caillin’s NS Christmas Carols – this annual event takes place on Thursday evening in St Mary’s Church, Foxfield at 7pm. The occasion will also mark the retirement of Mr Joe Reynolds as the Principal of our school. We would like to sincerely thank Joe for his great contribution to this football club by nurturing scores of present and future Fenagh St Caillin’s footballers as they passed through the school. He has also been involved in the management of our senior team during his term in Fenagh and for this we are very grateful. Everyone is invited to attend on Thursday.
Sympathies – Fenagh St Caillins GAA Club wishes to express our sympathies Sinead Conefrey and the Cosgrove family following the recent passing of Sineads brother Cyril Cosgrove. May he rest in peace.

Gortletteragh GAA Club Notes 20/12/2018

SANTAS vs ELVES RETURNS DEC 26TH – Gortletteragh GAA grounds will again host the annual Santas vs Elves charity match on St Stephens Day. Last year’s match was a huge success raising over €1,700 for University Hospital Galway Oncology Unit. This year all proceeds will go to the Leitrim / West Cavan branch of Down Syndrome Ireland. 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. Everyone invited and encouraged to come along and show their support. Players interested in taking sides on the day get in touch with Darren or Terry.

AGM – The Club AGM was held last Thursday night and was well attended. Excellent reports were delivered by our secretary and treasurer and all sitting officers were returned to their positions for 2019. Lots of progress and initiatives planned for 2019 so keep up to date by following us on Facebook and Twitter.

Congratulations – Congratulations to one of our stalwart forwards Conor Reynolds, Gortletteragh, and Fiona McLoughlin, Tavneena, Charleston, Co. Mayo, who were engaged last week. Conor has represented the club and indeed Leitrim at Minor and U21 level with distinction for many years and we all you the best in the preparations for your big day.

Key of the Door – Congratulations to another stalwart club player Conor Woods who celebrated his 21st in the Welcome Inn at the weekend. Many happy returns Conor.

Underage Medal Presentation – Monaghan GAA All Star Rory Beggan was on hand on Sunday evening to present our championship winning U15 and U13 teams with their medals. The U12 Cross Border Team also received their Plate Winners Medals on the night. Rory gave a brilliant talk on the evening and Santa even made an appearance to the delight of our younger supporters. Thanks to the coaching committee and everyone involved in the organising of the event.

Merry Christmas – Seasons Greetings to all our members, players, coaches, supporters parishioners and anyone connected with the club at home and abroad. Here’s to a peaceful holiday season and prosperous 2019.

Thanks – To John Connolly and Staff at the Leitrim Observer for their sports coverage of our teams and facilitation of our weekly notes throughout 2018.

Ballinamore Sean O Heslin’s GAA Club Notes 20/12/2018

Nollaig Shona romhaibh 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.

A 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

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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

Aughnasheelin GAA Club Notes 20/12/2018

Christmas Lotto – Our big Lotto Draw taking place on Sunday December 23rd in An Bhanc with loads of prizes so make sure and have your ticket in the Drum. Lotto Results  Draw December 16th  –  Nos Drawn  2, 11, 16, 19  –  House Draw €25 Declan McCarthy, €25 Philip Roddy, Kerrie Meehan, Anthony O’Donnell, Carmel, Creamer, Gavin Sammon, Darren Flynn c/o Gerry Gilheaney.

1918 Leitrim Senior Champions  –  On December 30th we will commemorate the 1918 Leitrim Senior Champions with an event in the community centre, events kick off at 6pm. Fr Liam Kelly will present a piece on life in the parish, county and country at the time. He will also unveil the members of the infamous team and those who managed the team to our only senior success to date. Some very important memorabilia from the time will also be on display in what promises to be very interesting event. Also on the night, we will have the announcement of the Senior and Young players of the year and some of our scor participants will provide some entertainment. To close out the day a video of the 1988 league final will be shown in the ‘The Bank’ in Ballinamore. Everyone welcome.

Christmas and New Year – Greetings to all our Readers at home and abroad and wishing you all a Happy and Peaceful New Year and also to all in the Sports Department good wishes for a Happy and Prosperous New Year.

Aughawillan GAA Club Notes 20/12/2018

Annual Christmas Draw – The annual Aughawillan Christmas Draw will be held in the Viking Lounge on Saturday 5th January. There’s a total of 15 prizes to be won on the night, including a top prize of €5,000. Tickets are €20 or 3 for €50 & we ask that if possible to please support the draw. If you’re interested in buying (or selling!) tickets, please contact a member of the club’s executive. Tickets are also available online through this link: https://www.klubfunder.com/Clubs/Aughawillan_GAA_Club

Club Lotto – Next draw will take place on Friday 28th December in The Viking. Jackpot: €4,100. As this is the Christmas draw, if there are no jackpot winners, there will be 14 €20 winners. Tickets for the fortnightly lotto are now available online – link on Facebook page – Aughawillan GAA.

Christmas Poker Classic – Aughawillan GAA will be holding their annual Christmas Poker Classic on Thursday 27th December in the Ballymac Inn. €20 entry fee, €5 buy back. Registration at 9.30pm sharp and refreshments will be served on the night. All welcome to what’s sure to be a great night of 5 card poker!

AGM – The annual AGM will take place on Sunday 30th December. We encourage as many people as possible to attend and new members are always welcome!

Save the Date – The Dinner Dance to celebrate winning the Senior and Junior B Championships in 2018 is provisionally set for Saturday 9th March in the Slieve Russell Hotel. More information to follow!

Merry Christmas – Aughawillan GAA would like to wish all players, members and supporters a Merry Christmas and a Happy & Healthy New Year! We thank you for the part you played in the club during 2018 and look forward to your continued support in 2019!
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