Bornacoola GAA Club Notes 21/11/2018

AGM – The Annual General Meeting for 2018 takes place in our club rooms in Dromod this Saturday evening, starting at 7.30pm. All members are invited to attend and anyone wishing to join up for 2019 is particularly welcome.

U20 Championship – Rinn Gaels faced St Marys in the U20 B Championship semi-final on Sunday morning last in Páirc Naomh Mhuire. Unfortunately St Marys were in control throughout and ran out comfortable 6-15 to 3-6 winners ending the Gaels’ interest in this year’s competition. Well done to all of the players from both Bornacoola and Gortletteragh for committing for this year’s competition.

Fashion Show – Our thanks to all who came to support the recent Fashion Show held in Lough Rynn Castle. A fabulous night of fashion was had, amazing style from all participating shops, local models of all ages strutting their stuff for the club. A very big thank you to everyone who took part, including the various shops, models, Hair Stylist, Make up Artists, Bornacoola GAA club members and their families who helped out back stage To all the sponsors of the raffle prizes and to all the staff at the lovely Lough Rynn, we say mile buíochas. Finally well done to the hardworking committee behind the scenes, led by Ann Mc Guinness, for pulling off yet another impressive occasion.

Sympathy – The sympathies of the club are extended to the Healy family (Killianiker) on the passing of Rutledge last week. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sé

Cloone GAA Club Notes 21/11/2018

LOTTO – There was no winner of the Lotto jackpot at the last draw, and the numbers drawn were. 1,2, 13, 18. The following were winners in the draw, € 50 Betty Foley The Glebe Cloone, €30 Kenneth Hickey Co Mayo, €30 Jackie Brennan Cloone, The next raw is on November 24 with the jackpot at € 6,900.00 We look forward to your continued support.

UNDER 20 CHAMPIONSHIP – Congratulations to St Manachan’s who defeated Sean O Heslin’ss Ballinamore in the L.H. Leitrim Under 20 championship at the weekend. Well done to the local contingent who are part of the panel.

Glencar/Manorhamilton GAA Club Notes 21/11/2018

Leitrim Sports Partnership – We congratulate all local nominees whose sporting achievements have been recognised by the public and Leitrim Sports Partnership.  The awards ceremony takes place this Saturday night in the Landmark Hotel and we hope everyone has a brilliant night of celebration.

Club Academy/U9s/U11s – Our Club Football Academy, U9 and U11 training will take place this Friday night at St Clare’s Comprehensive School. Times will be notified to parents.

An Ideal Christmas Gift – There’s one perfect gift you could consider for the Glencar Manor supporter this Christmas – an Annual Glencar Manor Lotto Ticket. It would make a great present or stocking filler for someone at home or abroad. The ticket which costs €50 will provide the recipient with an entry into the club Lotto draw for a period of a year with a chance to win the Jackpot or five consolation prizes of €30 every fortnight.  Get yours by contacting Sheila McMorrow on 0863531705

 Club Lotto – The Glencar Manorhamilton GAA Club Lotto draw took place in Killasnett Co-op on 15/11/18.  Numbers drawn 4, 20, 23, 32.  There was no winner of the Jackpot of €4,525. Listed below are the five winners of €30. Maria McManus – Yearly Ticket (Arva), Vincent McManus (Glencar), Declan Ryan (Deerpark), Donnacha Devaney (Glencar), Finbar Ryan (Lurganboy).  Next Jackpot €4,600. Thank you for your continued support.

Club AGM – Our Coiste na nÓg and Senior Board AGM’s will take place this Saturday night 24th of November in the Bee Park Community Centre.  The Coiste na nÓg AGM will take place at 7pm with the Senior directly afterwards at 8pm.  All documentation has been circulated to club members.  We urge players, members and those wishing to become new members to attend on the night to give input and help shape the future of our club.

Ladies AGM – A very well attended Ladies AGM took place in the Bee Park Community Centre last Friday night, 16thNovember.  Well done to the committee members, parents, managers and players for demonstrating great interest in their club by attending, contributing and volunteering on the night.

U16 Girls – Well done to our U16 Ladies team who claimed victory against Ballinamore Seán O’Heslin’s on Sunday last on a scoreline of 5-09 to 2-10 in a tight found, high paced game.  The girls finished the group stage in the number one position therefore claimed a place in the Cup Final.  Ballinamore Seán O’Heslins also qualify for the final and it promises to be an exciting affair.  Date and time are still to be confirmed – please check social media for further details.

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.

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.

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

Aughavas GAA Club Notes 21/11/2018

LOTTO – The next Lotto draw will be run by Fintan & Pauline’s Team which will be held in “The Dugout” on Saturday 24th November.  Jackpot is €12,200. Lotto envelopes €2 each or three envelopes for €5.

FUNDRAISING DRAW – Our annual fundraising draw tickets are now on sale.  Tickets are €20 each or a book of three for €50. 1stPrize €3,000, 2nd Prize €1,000 and 5 prizes of €100.  Tickets are available from all Club Officers.

1978 TEAM PHOTOGRAPH – If you wish to order a coloured photograph of the 1978 Team, please contact Colm on 0860470989 – cost is €15.

 AGM – Aughavas GAA AGM will take place on Friday 7th December in the Clubrooms at 9pm.  All are welcome.

 U20 – Hard luck to our St Joseph’s U20’s who were beaten by St Brigid’s in the semi final in Carrigallen last Sunday morning on a score line of 2-08 to 2-14.

 St Joseph’s Ladies U16’s – Congratulations to the U16’s girls who beat Fenagh in the County final in Kilturbid on Sunday last.  Well done to the team and management

St Patrick’s Dromahair GAA Club Notes 21/11/2018

AGM – This year’s AGM takes place on Sunday 2nd December at 3.30pm in The Depot. All members please attend. If anyone is interested in getting involved with the club let a club official know.
Scór – Scór na nOg Leitrim County Final takes place on Sunday 2nd December in The Mayflower, Drumshanbo. 2018 is Bliain na Gaeilge and 2019 marks the 50th year of Scor making the current year’s competition quite significant. All participation welcome.

Allen Gaels GAA Club Notes 21/11/2018

Club AGM – The AGM will take place this Sunday November 25th at 4pm in the clubhouse.

U-16 Ladies – The girls had a good win over St. Brigid’s away on Saturday & will now play Keeldra Gaels this weekend in the Shield Final so best of luck to Ciara, Sinead & the team.

St. Francis Ladies – The ladies will receive their intermediate championship medals in the Landmark on Saturday December 1st. Please contact Sinead or Ann for more details.

25 Card Drive – The card game continues in Aras Padraig every Sunday night at 8:30pm. All welcome.

Lotto – There was no winner of the lotto jackpot last week the numbers were 01-16-23-28. The prize winners of €20 each were: Patsy Cullen, Drumkeelanmore; Michael Gilmartin, Ballinaglera; Aidan McKeon, Drumshanbo; Betty McKenna, Lough Allen; John McKeon, Drumshanbo. The jackpot now stands at €4,000.

Sympathy: The Club extends deepest condolences to the O’Rourke Family, on the very sad passing of Helen O’Rourke, who was laid to rest in Aughnasheelin this week.

Eslin GAA Club Notes 21/11/2018

Lotto – Results for 11/11/18. Numbers drawn were 2, 6, 11, 27. No jackpot winner. Lucky dip winners were Gabrielle Mc Cabe Eslin, Bula-Jordan Mohill, Phil O’Brien Mohill, Trickity+Catriona c/o John James’s.
Results for 18/11/18. Numbers drawn were 5, 9, 18, 23. No jackpot winner. Lucky dip winners were Laura Reynolds Stuck, Michael Moran Drumcolligan, John Thornton Annaduff, Ray+Grainne Bohan Eslin. Next weeks draw is in Beirne’s Bar. Jackpot is €13,100. Thank you for your support.

Congrats – Congratulations to Darren Beirne and Denise Conefery on the recent birth of their daughter Rose. Also congratulations to Dierdre and James Campbell on the recent birth of their son Jamie. Best of luck to them all for the future.

U-20 – Well done to the St. Manachans u-20 team who beat Ballinamore  in the LH Heating Leitrim Under 20 A Championship and now book a place in the final against Melvin Gaels which takes place on Sunday 25th in Pairc Sean at 12pm. Best of luck to the team and management.

Kiltubrid GAA Club Notes 21/11/2018

Kiltubrid Lip Sync Legends – With a packed Landmark Hotel the Kiltubrid Lip Sync Legends lived up to its hype with a hugely enjoyable and entertaining night.  The variety of Acts that took to the stage showed the Weeks of hard work in rehearsals that were put in. All Acts were a credit to themselves last night and over the last few weeks.  Well done to the winner Kevin Meehan who really made “The Greatest Showman” Act his own and the crowd reacted wildly!!  The Acts were entertained in turn by our Judges and as always professional MC John Lynch  The night itself could not have happened without a strong organizing committee who worked selflessly over the last few months.  A full report on the night will be in next weeks Leitrim Observer.

Drumkeerin GAA Club Notes 21/11/2018

Underage Presentation Award Night – thanks to Francis Davitt Planning for sponsoring hoodies for our u9s Academy and a special thank you to David Clarke who spoke very well. Thanks to David Moran and WillieDonnellann for taking memorable photos of the event. Well done to all teams on their award, it was a very enjoyable night with a great representation of all the families that make our club.

Dundalk Trip – Well done to our trip organisers on a very successful trip away to Dundalk. There have been several photos of the night posted on the club’s Facebook page. We hope all had a brilliant time and a special thanks to John McTiernan, Margaret Fee and Francis McPadden on organising it.

Club AGM – Saturday Dec 8th at 5pm in the Community Centre, a very important date in the club’s calendar. Nomination and motion forms available from Club Secretary and Club officers, www.drumkeeein.gaa.ie and are also available in Drumkeeran post office and local shops

Girls U16 Final – our final Vs Dromahair is fixed for Sunday, 2nd of December. Time and venue yet to be confirmed but keep an eye on our social media pages for updates during the week.

Lotto Results – an update here on the recent lotto draws. Lotto results for 20th of October, the numbers drawn were 14, 22, 24, 26. There was no jackpot winner of €4000. The five €20 winners were Eamon Smith, John & Marie McPartland, Ursula Forde, Padraig McManus, Jamie Langan. Lotto results for 3rd November; the numbers drawn were 6, 7, 10 and 17. There was no jackpot winner of €4050. The five €20 winners were Jesse McHugh, Eamon O Grady Snr, Michael James McWeeney, Damien McPadden, Francis & Maura McPartland. Lotto Results for 17th of November, the numbers drawn were 5, 16, 20, 25.
There was no jackpot winner of €4100.
The five €20 winners were Tom Lavin c/o Jimmy McNama, Noel Woods, Martina & Fintan Gilrane, Elam Coyle and Mary McKenna.
The next draw will be for a Jackpot of €4150. You can buy your tickets in any of the local businesses in the village. Thank you for supporting our club

Mass: there will be a mass for the deceased members of the club on, Sunday, the 2nd December at 11:15 in Drumkeerin.

Ballinaglera GAA Club Notes 21/11/2018

Dinner Dance – Ballinaglera/St Francis ladies dinner dance is fast approaching on Sat 1st Dec in the Landmark Hotel. Music on the night by the popular band Busy Fingers. Please purchase your tickets asap from Barry McGourty 0877681541, John Mulvey 0872296103, Pauric Loughlin 0872747205 or Ailish Cornyn 0876908290. There will be a bus on the night, departing Dowra at 6.45 and Rynn’s at 7pm sharp. Please contact Ailish asap if you would like to reserve your seat. We look forward to a great night.

Aughawillan GAA Club Notes 21/11/2018

Junior Championship – Congratulations to the Junior team and managers Pat Flanagan & Pat Joe McNiffe on winning the Junior B Championship final last weekend. There was a great display of football put on by both teams, in particular, by many of our younger players who were outstanding all over the field. Well done to Peter Prior who won Man of the Match. A massive thank you to the big crowd that came to support the team on the day & see our captain Michael Prior lift Aughawillan’s second trophy of the year! We also wish a speedy recovery to Conor McGovern, who unfortunately was unable to be there. Check out our Facebook page for pictures from the Final!

U20 – Well done to St Brigid’s u20 team who defeated St Joseph’s last weekend. Score: St Brigid’s 2-14 St Joseph’s 2-8. They are now in the Final against St Mary’s. The game takes place at 12pm in Ballinamore and all support is appreciated!

Congratulations to Gary & Petra Deane on the birth of their baby daughter, Lola.

Club Lotto – Results for draw held on 14th November. Numbers drawn: 1, 24, 25, 28. No jackpot winners, €20 winners: 1. Louise Quinn, Drumcullion, 2. Eugene Maguire, Corraleehan, 3. Tom Johnston c/o Gorbys, 4. Jim Gallagher (Annual Lotto), 5. Karen Griffin, Ballinamore, 6. Margaret McKeon, Ballinamore, 7. Nathan & Rebecca McGovern, Knockmore, Corlough. Next draw will take place on Wednesday 28th November in Tabhairne an Bhainc. Jackpot: €3,900.

Tickets for the fortnightly lotto are now available online – link on Facebook page – Aughawillan GAA. Annual Tickets are also now due for renewal – if you’d like to renew your annual lotto or to purchase an annual ticket, contact Jerome Quinn. The cost is €50.

Leitrim Sports Star Awards – Best of Luck to the Senior Team & Mark Plunkett who are both nominated for awards in the Leitrim Sports Star Awards, in the Senior Team & Senior Sports Individual categories respectively. The awards are held on November 24th in the Landmark Hotel, if anyone is interested in attending, please contact Michael Quinn by Wednesday evening. Tickets are €40 and include a 4 course meal.

Annual €20 Christmas Draw – With Christmas fast approaching, the €20 tickets will be on sale very shortly. If you’re interested in buying (or selling!) tickets, please contact a member of the club’s executive.

Help build the “Leitrim Wall” – This fundraising initiative by Leitrim GAA seeks to complete a wall of messages and support visible from the N4 at the Centre of Excellence in Annaduff. There are options from €250 up to €3,000 which allow you to purchase a brick or stone in the wall with a personal message which can been seen and inspire future generations of Leitrim footballers. The funds raised will go to the completion of the Centre of Excellence. If you are interested in this initiative, please contact: secretary.aughawillan.leitrim@gaa.ie.

Corraleehan Parish Walk – Corraleehan Parish Walk continues each Thursday night at 8.30pm from Corraleehan Church. Community spirit, health, fitness, whatever your goals we will be happy to see everyone.

Fenagh St Caillin’s GAA Club Notes 21/11/2018

Pyramid Bookmakers Junior B Championship Final – Saturday last saw the final game of the season with our Junior B team taking on Aughawillan in the championship final. Despite a brave comeback towards the end of the game our lads had left too much to do following a poor first half performance and so it was Aughawillan who claimed the double adding this title to their Senior championship victory of last month. Final score Fenagh St Caillins 4.10, Aughawillan 2.18. Congratulations to Aughawillan on their years work.

Leitrim Sports Partnership Awards – the Fenagh St Caillins Intermediate Championship winning team have been nominated in the Team of the Year Category in this years awards. The awards take place next Saturday night in the Landmark starting at 7.30pm. Tickets are still available for anybody who wishes to attend. Contact Marie McGovern for more details.
Scór 2019 – if anyone is interested in taking part in the upcoming Scór or Scór na nÓg please contact club Scór officer Martin Doonan.
Sympathies – Fenagh St Caillins Gaa Club express our sympathies to Mick and Majella Hunt and family following the death of Mick’s mother Marcella Hunt R.I.P.