Coaching News

Workshop – Drills for defensive play – Des Newton – Ck – on – Shannon. Please note this workshop will take place this Wednesday evening 16/04, on the Community School pitch, commencing at 7.15pm. All clubs should ensure that their coaches attend this workshop.

Workshop – Wednesday 30/04/08 @ 8pm. – Ballinamore – Integrated Hurling fitness drills – Damien Coleman & Paudi Butler will conduct this workshop with the County senior hurlers and all coaches should ensure that they do not miss this opportunity to observe top class coaching and fitness training combined within a session.

Under 8 & 10 blitz club blitz.

In line with a new directive from Croke Park we are asked to have four blitz days for our under 8 and 10 players in the month of May. However due to the number of Leitrim supporters travelling to New York in May, we have rearranged our dates as follows.

Saturday April 26th, Saturday May 3rd, Saturday May 31st, Saturday June 7th. We will publish the list of venues for the first two dates in the next few weeks.

Hurling gear promotion.

To assist everybody interested in the promotion of hurling within the County, we have put together a very special deal with a number of suppliers of hurling gear and can now offer fully approved hurling helmets at the bargain price of € 50.00 each and full size hurley’s at € 14.00 each. Further information can be had by contacting Thomas Keenan 087-6591049 or Andrew Keary 087-7530888. Information leaflets will be distributed in both schools and clubs this week.

Fun Do Resource Pack.

Clubs and coaches are reminded that the new Fun Do packs are available from our offices in Pairc Sean, or by contacting Thomas Keenan 087-6591049. Packs are available for a limited time at the special price of €50 each.

Vhi GAA Cul Camps 2008

Application forms and information leaflets will have been distributed to all schools this week. We would urge parents to return their forms as quickly as possible as this will greatly assist with the smooth running of our camps. Following is the list of camp dates and venues.

Monday 30/06/2008 – Manorhamilton, Ck-on-Shannon, Aughawillan.

Monday 07/07/2008 – Kinlough, Drumshanbo, Mohill.(Bornacoola GAA grounds)

Monday 14/07/2008 – Aughavas, Gortletteragh, Dromahair.

Monday 21/07/2008 – Fenagh, Drumkeerin, Leitrim.

 

 

15-Apr-08 by Thomas Keenan

Coaching news

Up coming events.

Workshop – Wednesday 16/04/08 – Ck-on-Shannon – Drills for defensive play – Des Newton.
Workshop – Wednesday 30/04/08 – Manorhamilton – Integrated Hurling fitness drills – Damien Coleman & Paudi Butler.

Foundation Level.
The practical section of the foundation level coaching course held in Dromahair will take place on next Saturday 12/04, commencing at 10.00am in Dromahair GAA pitch.

Under 8 & 10 blitz club blitz.
In line with a new directive from Croke Park we are asked to have four blitz days for our under 8 and 10 players in the month of May. However due to the number of Leitrim supporters travelling to New York in May, we have rearranged our dates as follows.
Saturday April 26th, Saturday May 3rd, Saturday May 31st, Saturday June 7th. We will publish the list of venues for the first two dates in the next few weeks.

Hurling gear promotion.
To assist everybody interested in the promotion of hurling within the County, we have put together a very special deal with a number of suppliers of hurling gear and can now offer fully approved hurling helmets at the bargain price of € 50.00 each and full size hurleys at € 14.00 each. Further information can be had by contacting Thomas Keenan 087-6591049 or Andrew Keary 087-7530888. Information leaflets will be distributed in both schools and clubs this week.

Fun Do Resource Pack.
Clubs and coaches are reminded that the new Fun Do packs are available from our offices in Pairc Sean, or by contacting Thomas Keenan 087-6591049. Packs are available for a limited time at the special price of €50 each.

GAA Vhi Cul Camps 2008
Application forms and information leaflets will be distributed to all schools within the next two weeks. We would urge parents to return their forms as quickly as possible as this will greatly assist with the smooth running of our camps. Following is the list of camp dates and venues.

Monday 30/06/2008 – Manorhamilton, Ck-on-Shannon, Aughawillan.
Monday 07/07/2008 – Kinlough, Drumshanbo, Mohill.(Bornacoola GAA grounds)
Monday 14/07/2008 – Aughavas, Gortletteragh, Dromahair.
Monday 21/07/2008 – Fenagh, Drumkeerin, Leitrim.

 

 

08-Apr-08 by Thomas Keenan

Coaching News

Up coming events.

Workshop – Saturday 05/04/08 – Drumkeerin – Drills for attacking play – Liam Og Gormley.( Due to weather please check with your club or on the Leitrim GAA web site for confirmation that the workshop is going ahead)

Workshop – Wednesday 16/04/08 – Ck-on-Shannon – Drills for defensive play – Des Newton.
Workshop – Wednesday 30/04/08 – Manorhamilton – Integrated Hurling fitness drills – Damien Coleman & Paudi Butler.

Foundation Level.
The practical section of the foundation level coaching course held in Dromahair will take place on Saturday 12/04, commencing at 10.00am in Dromahair GAA pitch.

Under 8 & 10 blitz club blitz.
In line with a new directive from Croke Park we are asked to have four blitz days for our under 8 and 10 players in the month of May. However due to the number of Leitrim supporters travelling to New York in May, we have rearranged our dates as follows.
Saturday April 26th, Saturday May 3rd, Saturday May 31st, Saturday June 7th. We will publish the list of venues for the first two dates in the next few weeks.

Hurling gear promotion.
To assist everybody interested in the promotion of hurling within the County, we have put together a very special deal with a number of suppliers of hurling gear and can now offer fully approved hurling helmets at the bargain price of € 50.00 each and full size hurleys at € 14.00 each. Further information can be had by contacting Thomas Keenan 087-6591049 or Andrew Keary 087-7530888. Information leaflets will be distributed in both schools and clubs this week.

Fun Do Resource Pack.
Clubs and coaches are reminded that the new Fun Do packs are available from our offices in Pairc Sean, or by contacting Thomas Keenan 087-6591049. Packs are available for a limited time at the special price of €50 each.

GAA Vhi Cul Camps 2008
Application forms and information leaflets will be distributed to all schools within the next two weeks. We would urge parents to return their forms as quickly as possible as this will greatly assist with the smooth running of our camps. Following is the list of camp dates and venues.

Monday 30/06/2008 – Manorhamilton, Ck-on-Shannon, Aughawillan.
Monday 07/07/2008 – Kinlough, Drumshanbo, Mohill.(Bornacoola GAA grounds)
Monday 14/07/2008 – Aughavas, Gortletteragh, Dromahair.
Monday 21/07/2008 – Fenagh, Drumkeerin, Leitrim.

 

 

02-Apr-08 by Thomas Keenan

Coaching News

Up coming events.

Workshop – Wednesday 16/04/08 – Ck-on-Shannon – Drills for defensive play – Des Newton.

Workshop – Saturday 05/04/08 – Manorhamilton – Drills for attacking play – Liam Og Gormley.

Referee Foundation Level.

Due to the very poor response from clubs we have no option but to postpone the Foundation level referee course planned for this Friday evening. We would appeal once more to all clubs to forward names of those within their club who would like to try their hand at refereeing or to any others not attached to clubs, to Thomas Keenan 087-6591049 or Seamus Prior 086-6016086 within the next few days. The delay in commencing this course is very unfair on those who have already submitted their names.

Under 13 skills development.

Due to events outside our control we have no option but to postpone the under 13 skills development day planned for this Saturday. We will advise all players who took part in last years under 12 skills days of the new date through their clubs and through our local media. We are sorry for any inconvenience this cancellation may cause.

Under 8 & 10 blitz club blitz.

In line with a new directive from Croke Park we are asked to have four blitz days for our under 8 and 10 players in the month of May. However due to the number of Leitrim supporters travelling to New York in May, we have rearranged our dates as follows.

Saturday April 26th, Saturday May 3rd, Saturday May 31st, Saturday June 7th. We will publish the list of venues for the first two dates in the next few weeks.

Hurling gear promotion.

To assist everybody interested in the promotion of hurling within the County, we have put together a very special deal with a number of suppliers of hurling gear and can now offer fully approved hurling helmets at the bargain price of € 50.00 each and full size hurley’s at € 14.00 each. Further information can be had by contacting Thomas Keenan 087-6591049 or Andrew Keary 087-7530888. Information leaflets will be distributed in both schools and clubs this week.

Fun Do Resource Pack.

Clubs and coaches are reminded that the new Fun Do packs are available from our offices in Pairc Sean, or by contacting Thomas Keenan 087-6591049. Packs are available for a limited time at the special price of €50 each.

Application forms and information leaflets will be distributed to all schools next week. We would urge parents to return their forms as quickly as possible as this will greatly assist with the smooth running of our camps. Following is the list of camp dates and venues.

Monday 30/06/2008 – Manorhamilton, Ck-on-Shannon, Aughawillan.

Monday 07/07/2008 – Kinlough, Drumshanbo, Mohill.(Bornacoola GAA grounds)

Monday 14/07/2008 – Aughavas, Gortletteragh, Dromahair.

Monday 21/07/2008 – Fenagh, Drumkeerin, Leitrim.

 

 

25-Mar-08 by Thomas Keenan

Coaching News

Up coming events.

Workshop – “Drills for defensive play” – Due to weather & pitch conditions we have postponed this workshop till Wednesday 16/04/08.

Friday 21/03/08 – Referee in service training – Bush hotel – 7.30pm.

Friday 28/03/08 – New referees -Foundation level course – Bush hotel – 7.30pm.

Saturday 05/04/08 – Drills for attacking play – venue TBA.

Under 13 skills development.

Due to the poor weather forecast for this weekend we have postponed the under 13 skills development day for one week. All players who took part in last years under 12 skills days should note the new date, Saturday 29/03/08 commencing at 10.30am. We will operate three regional centres and will publish next week the venue each club will operate at.

Hurling gear promotion.

To assist everybody interested in the promotion of hurling within the County, we have put together a very special deal with a number of suppliers of hurling gear and can now offer fully approved hurling helmets at the bargain price of € 50.00 each and full size hurley’s at € 14.00 each. Further information can be had by contacting Thomas Keenan 087-6591049 or Andrew Keary 087-7530888. Information leaflets will be distributed in both schools and clubs this week.

Fun Do Resource Pack.

Clubs and coaches are reminded that the new Fun Do packs are available from our offices in Pairc Sean, or by contacting Thomas Keenan 087-6591049. Packs are available for a limited time at the special price of €50 each.

Application forms and information leaflets will be distributed shortly. Following is list of camp dates and venues. Due to the planned upgrading of the GAA park in Mohill this years camp will be held in Bornacoola GAA grounds, Dromod. We would like to thank the Bornacoola club for their co-operation and assistance.

Monday 30/06/2008 – Manorhamilton, Ck-on-Shannon, Aughawillan.

Monday 07/07/2008 – Kinlough, Drumshanbo, Mohill.(Dromod)

Monday 14/07/2008 – Aughavas, Gortletteragh, Dromahair.

Monday 21/07/2008 – Fenagh, Drumkeerin, Leitrim.

 

 

18-Mar-08 by Thomas Keenan

Coaching News

Up coming events.

Workshop – “Drills for defensive play” – Due to weather & pitch conditions we have postponed this workshop till Wednesday 16/04/08.

Friday 21/03/08 – Referee in service training – Bush hotel – 7.30pm.

Friday 28/03/08 – New referees -Foundation level course – Bush hotel – 7.30pm.

Under 13 skills development.

All players who took part in last years under 12 skills days should note the first date for 2008 is Saturday 22/03/08. Full details will be published shortly.

Hurling gear promotion.

To assist everybody interested in the promotion of hurling within the County, we have put together a very special deal with a number of suppliers of hurling gear and can now offer fully approved hurling helmets at the bargain price of € 50.00 each and full size hurley’s at € 14.00 each. Further information can be had by contacting Thomas Keenan 087-6591049 or Andrew Keary 087-7530888. Information leaflets will be distributed in both schools and clubs this week.

Fun Do Resource Pack.

Clubs and coaches are reminded that the new Fun Do packs are available from our offices in Pairc Sean, or by contacting Thomas Keenan 087-6591049. Packs are available for a limited time at the special price of €50 each.

Application forms and information leaflets will be distributed shortly. Following is list of camp dates and venues. Due to the planned upgrading of the GAA park in Mohill this years camp will be held in Bornacoola GAA grounds, Dromod. We would like to thank the Bornacoola club for their co-operation and assistance.

Monday 30/06/2008 – Manorhamilton, Ck-on-Shannon, Aughawillan.

Monday 07/07/2008 – Kinlough, Drumshanbo, Mohill.(Dromod)

Monday 14/07/2008 – Aughavas, Gortletteragh, Dromahair.

Monday 21/07/2008 – Fenagh, Drumkeerin, Leitrim.

 

 

12-Mar-08 by Thomas Keenan

Coaching News

Seminar – Developing a winning mentality.
I would like to thank all who helped us with this seminar and the SportTracker road show on Wednesday night last. This was a fantastic evening in the company of double All – Ireland winning Managers, Mickey Harte and Pete Mc Grath. GAA coaches from Roscommon and Sligo joined with the large number from Leitrim to engage with both speakers on a range of topics. Any clubs seeking further information on the SportTracker range of books can contact Thomas Keenan 087 6591049 or SportTracker direct on 042 9395851

Up coming workshops.
The workshop "Drills for defensive play" scheduled in our calendar for 29/03/08 has been changed and will now be held on Thursday 13/03/08 commencing at 7.30pm. Venue will be confirmed in next weeks news. Des Newton will present this practical demonstration.
The Workshop " Technical progression of the kicking skill" scheduled for the 19/03/08 has had to be rescheduled for a date in April. We will confirm new date in the next few weeks.

Under 13 skills development.
All players who took part in last years under 12 skills days should note the first date for 2008 is on Saturday 22/03/08. Full details will be published shortly.

Hurling gear promotion.
To assist everybody interested in the promotion of hurling within the County, we have put together a very special deal with a number of suppliers of hurling gear and can now offer fully approved hurling helmets at the bargain price of € 50.00 each and full size hurleys at € 14.00 each. Further information can be had by contacting Thomas Keenan 087-6591049 or Andrew Keary 087-7530888. Information leaflets will be distributed in both schools and clubs this week.

Fun Do Resource Pack.
Clubs and coaches are reminded that the new Fun Do packs are available from our offices in Pairc Sean, or by contacting Thomas Keenan 087-6591049. Packs are available for a limited time at the special price of €50 each.

GAA Vhi Cul Camps 2008
Application forms and information leaflets will be distributed shortly. Following is list of camp dates and venues. Due to the planned upgrading of the GAA park in Mohill this years camp will be held in Bornacoola GAA grounds, Dromod. We would like to thank the Bornacoola club for their co-operation and assistance.

 

 

04-Mar-08 by Thomas Keenan

Coaching News

Seminar – Developing a winning mentality.

We would ask all club officers, coaches and players of all ages to come along this evening, Wednesday 27/02 to the Bush hotel at 7.30 pm. In conjunction with Sport tracker, we will have three All Ireland winning Managers visiting Leitrim. Mickey Harte, current Tyrone senior football team Manager, Brian Cody current Manager of the Kilkenny senior hurling team and Pete McGrath, Manager of the All Ireland winning Down team and former Ireland Manager.
All three will be in Leitrim to launch the new Sport tracker player diary and team analysis books. Both the diary and the analysis books have been endorsed by the GAA at national level and are aimed at club players as well as Inter County players. Following the launch of the Sport Tracker system, Mickey Harte will speak on the topic "Developing a winning mentality" which should be of interest to all clubs and coaches in the County. At the conclusion of the presentation by Mickey there will be a question and answer session and also a chance to discuss the Sport Tracker player diary and analysis books. Everyone involved with GAA in the County should not miss this opportunity to meet and chat with three of the great Managers of our time.

Hurling gear promotion.
To assist everybody interested in the promotion of hurling within the County, we have put together a very special deal with a number of suppliers of hurling gear and can now offer fully approved hurling helmets at the bargain price of € 50.00 each and full size hurleys at € 14.00 each. Further information can be had by contacting Thomas Keenan 087-6591049 or Andrew Keary 087-7530888. Information leaflets will be distributed in both schools and clubs this week.

Under 15 School of excellence 2008.
The following players are requested to attend at Ck – on – Shannon sports complex at 10.45 am on Saturday 01/03/2008.
Aaron Beirne, Brian Beirne, John Conefrey, Liam Cox, Alan Crossan, John Fanning, Conor Farrell, Michael Ferguson, Brian Flanagan, James Flynn, Ronan Flynn, Mark Fox, SeanÓgallagher, DeanÓgill, Andrew Gilligan, Barry Gilmartin, James Hazlett, Ryan Higgins, Dillon Keane, Roy Keenan, Rory Kelly, Donal Logan, Patrick Loughlin, Anthony Mulligan, Thomas Mulvey, Anthony Murray, Keith McGloin, Killian Mc Griskin, Eoin Mc Hugh, Patrick Mc Hugh, Conor Mc Kiernan, Sean Mc Kiernan, Alan Mc Loughlin, Cian mc Manus, Michael Mc Manus, Nevin ODonnell, Joseph ORourke, Gerald Percival, Noel Plunkett, Chris Prior, Fionnbarr Quinn, Niall Quinn, Shane Quinn, David Regan, Ronan Reynolds, Barry Tiernan, Niall Woods.

Bus Routes and times as follows.
Kinlough 9.00, Manorhamilton 9.30, Drumkeerin 9.50, Drumshanbo 10.10, Leitrim 10.20, Ck-on-Shannon 10.30.
Ballinamore 9.20, Drumreilly 9.30, Carrigallen 9.40, Ayghavas 9.50, Cloone 10.00, Mohill 10.10, Masonite 10.20, Ck-on-Shannon 10.30.

Fun Do Resource Pack.
Clubs and coaches are reminded that the new Fun Do packs are available from our offices in Pairc Sean, or by contacting Thomas Keenan 087-6591049. Packs are available for a limited time at the special price of €50 each.

GAA Vhi Cul Camps 2008
Application forms and information leaflets will be distributed shortly. Following is list of camp dates and venues. Due to the planned upgrading of the GAA park in Mohill this years camp will be held in Bornacoola GAA grounds, Dromod. We would like to thank the Bornacoola club for their co-operation and assistance.

Monday 30/06/2008 – Manorhamilton, Ck-on-Shannon, Aughawillan.
Monday 07/07/2008 – Kinlough, Drumshanbo, Mohill.(Dromod)
Monday 14/07/2008 – Aughavas, Gortletteragh, Dromahair.
Monday 21/07/2008 – Fenagh, Drumkeerin, Leitrim.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

28-Feb-08 by Thomas Keenan

SportTracker Roadshow comes to Leitrim

SportTracker which has received the official endorsement of the Gaelic Athletic Association is holding a series of FREE ‘road shows’ throughout Ireland to highlight the importance of the TRACKER DIARY and its benefits for team Managers and players at every level.

The Sixth ‘roadshow’ takes place in the Bush Hotel Carrick-On-Shannon Leitrim February 27 2008 at 7.30pm, when Tyrone’s All-Ireland winning Manager Mickey Harte & Kilkenny’s Brian Cody will present the Tracker Diary to club Managers and will then be available for questions and answers with the audience.

The SportTracker range of analysis and statistics books will also be introduced, by the company’s Technical Director and former successful Down and Ireland Manager, Pete McGrath.

This is the first time ever a roadshow of this calibre has ever taken place in Ireland, and SportTracker are inviting all Managers of all grades of football, hurling and camogie (men, women and underage) to attend on the night.

SportTracker’s aim is to partner all GAA teams, Managers, players and administrators, through its range of products.

Prior to Christmas, SportTracker launched the unique Tracker Player Diary’ which is a 200-page book in which double All-Ireland winning Manager Mickey Harte provides his guidance and services to Gaelic footballers, hurlers and camogie players – focusing on club players – throughout the country. The diary was officially launched by GAA president, Nickey Brennan in Croke Park. Technical Directors for Sporttracker are Brian Cody Hurling, Pete Mc Grath and Mickey Harte Football.

SportTracker is also delighted to have been so enthusiastically welcomed by the GAA and its development coaches throughout each province. Company chairman, Peter Quinn has stated his belief that SportTracker can help transform the lives and performances of sports people in Ireland. "Those who are household names, and sports people throughout the country who love participating and have a desire to be the best they can possibly be, can benefit by being introduced to the SportTracker products, he emphasises"

 

 

19-Feb-08 by Brendan Doyle – PRO

Coaching News

Connacht coaching conference.

The Connacht coaching conference will take place on Saturday 23rd February in the Mc William Park hotel Claremorris, commencing at 9.30 am. This years conference will be addressed by Paudi Butler, National Director of hurling, Colm O’Rourke former Meath all star footballer and panellist on RTE,s The Sunday game, with the final address being given by Ger Loughnane, former Clare hurling Manager and current hurling Manager. Kerry senior football Manager Pat O’ Shea will present a practical workshop on “Creating Scóring opportunities”, with Paudie Butler and Damien Coleman presenting “Integrated fitness for hurling”. Each club should ensure that at least two delegates attend this conference and with a fee of only €30 per delegate including lunch, cost will not be the problem. Further details can be got from our web site or from Thomas Keenan on 087 6591049.

Seminar – Developing a winning mentality.

We would ask all club officers, coaches and players of all ages to please mark this date, Wednesday 27/02 – 7.30 pm – Bush hotel, into their diaries. In conjunction with Sport tracker, we will have three All Ireland winning Managers visiting Leitrim. Mickey Harte, current Tyrone senior football team Manager, Brian Cody current Kilkenny senior hurling team Manager and Pete McGrath, Manager of the All Ireland winning Down team and former Ireland Manager.

All three will be in Leitrim to launch the new Sport tracker player diary and team analysis books. Both the diary and the analysis books have been endorsed by the GAA at national level and are aimed at club players as well as Inter County players. Following the launch of the Sport Tracker system, Mickey Harte will speak on the topic “Developing a winning mentality” which should be of interest to all clubs and coaches in the County. At the conclusion of the presentation by Mickey there will be a question and answer session and also a chance to discuss the Sport Tracker player diary and analysis books. Everyone involved with GAA in the County should not miss this opportunity to meet and chat with three of the great Managers of our time.

Fun Do Resource Pack.

Clubs and coaches are reminded that the new Fun Do packs are available from our offices in Pairc Sean, or by contacting Thomas Keenan 087-6591049. Packs are available for a limited time at the special price of €50 each.

Following a number of inquires in relation to the dates for our 2008 Vhi GAA summer camp’s, the following is the list of dates and venues. Please note new camp in Leitrim Gaels GAA grounds from Monday 21/07/08 to Friday 25/07/08.

Monday 30/06/2008 – Manorhamilton, Ck-on-Shannon, Aughawillan.

Monday 07/07/2008 – Kinlough, Drumshanbo, Mohill.

Monday 14/07/2008 – Aughavas, Gortletteragh, Dromahair.

Monday 21/07/2008 – Fenagh, Drumkeerin, Leitrim.

 

 

18-Feb-08 by Thomas Keenan

Coaching news

Referee workshop.

A workshop for all current referees will take place on this Friday evening, 15/02 in the Bush hotel commencing at 8.00pm. We would ask all current referees to ensure they attend this workshop.

Workshop – Integrating ball work and fitness.
Our next coaching workshop entitled, Integrating ball work and fitness for Gaelic games will be presented by Nicholas Walsh and will take place on Saturday 16/02 in Ballinamore, commencing at 11.00 am. This workshop should be of interest to all coaches no matter what age level they are coaching at.

Connacht coaching conference.
The Connacht coaching conference will take place on Saturday 23rd February in the Mc William Park hotel Claremorris, commencing at 9.30 am. This years conference will be addressed by Paudi Butler, National Director of hurling, Colm ORourke former Meath all star footballer and panellist on RTE,s The Sunday game, with the final address being given by Ger Loughnane, former Clare hurling Manager and current Galway hurling Manager. Kerry senior football Manager Pat O Shea will present a practical workshop on "Creating Scóring opportunities", with Paudie Butler and Damien Coleman presenting "Integrated fitness for hurling". Each club should ensure that at least two delegates attend this conference and with a fee of only €30 per delegate including lunch, cost will not be the problem. Further details can be got from our web site or from Thomas Keenan on 087 6591049.

Fun Do Resource Pack.
Clubs and coaches are reminded that the new Fun Do packs are available from our offices in Pairc Sean, or by contacting Thomas Keenan 087-6591049. Packs are available for a limited time at the special price of €50 each.

GAA Vhi Cul Camps 2008
Following a number of inquires in relation to the dates for our 2008 Vhi GAA summer camps, the following is the list of dates and venues. Please note new camp in Leitrim Gaels GAA grounds from Monday 21/07/08 to Friday 25/07/08.

Monday 30/06/2008 – Manorhamilton, Ck-on-Shannon, Aughawillan.
Monday 07/07/2008 – Kinlough, Drumshanbo, Mohill.
Monday 14/07/2008 – Aughavas, Gortletteragh, Dromahair.
Monday 21/07/2008 – Fenagh, Drumkeerin, Leitrim.

 

 

13-Feb-08 by Thomas Keenan

Coaching News

Foundation Level Coaching course.

The first of our Foundation Level coaching courses for 2008 will take place in Gortletteragh community centre on this Friday evening 08/02 commencing at 7.30pm., with the practical on Saturday 09/02 in Gortletteragh GAA park.

Level one course 2008

All those currently completing the level one course, please note the next session will take place on Monday 11/02 at 8 pm in the Bush hotel.

Referee workshop.

A workshop for all current referees which was postponed last week has been refixed for Friday evening, 15/02 in the Bush hotel. Due to this change the first session for new referees has had to be rescheduled and we will have details of the new dates etc., next week.

Workshop – Integrating ball work and fitness.

A workshop, Integrating ball work and fitness for Gaelic games will be presented by Nicholas Walsh and will take place on Saturday 16/02. See next week’s news for more details.

Connacht coaching conference.

The Connacht coaching conference will take place on Saturday 23rd February in the Mc William Park hotel Claremorris, commencing at 9.30 am. This years conference will be addressed by Paudi Butler, National Director of hurling, Colm O’Rourke former Meath all star footballer and panellist on RTE,s The Sunday game, with the final address being given by Ger Loughnane, former Clare hurling Manager and current hurling Manager. Kerry senior football Manager Pat O’ Shea will present a practical workshop on “Creating Scóring opportunities”, with Paudie Butler and Damien Coleman presenting “Integrated fitness for hurling”. Each club should ensure that at least two delegates attend this conference and with a fee of only €30 per delegate including lunch, cost will not be the problem. Further details can be got from our web site or from Thomas Keenan on 087 6591049.

Fun Do Resource Pack.

Clubs and coaches are reminded that the new Fun Do packs are available from our offices in Pairc Sean, or by contacting Thomas Keenan 087-6591049. Packs are available for a limited time at the special price of €50 each.

Coaching Calendar 2008

Our coaching calendar for 2008 is now available from our office in Pairc Sean and will also be distributed at all coaching related events, and at the next Coiste na nÓg and senior board meetings. This publication outline’s all our coaching projects, workshops and seminars planned for 2008 and all clubs should ensure that there coaches attend as many of these as possible.

Following a number of inquires in relation to the dates for our 2008 Vhi GAA summer camp’s, the following is the list of dates and venues. Please note new camp in Leitrim Gaels GAA grounds from Monday 21/07/08 to Friday 25/07/08.

Monday 30/06/2008 – Manorhamilton, Ck-on-Shannon, Aughawillan.

Monday 07/07/2008 – Kinlough, Drumshanbo, Mohill.

Monday 14/07/2008 – Aughavas, Gortletteragh, Dromahair.

Monday 21/07/2008 – Fenagh, Drumkeerin, Leitrim.

 

 

06-Feb-08 by Thomas Keenan