The Late Seamus Wrynn Tarmon Ballinamore and New York

The Late Seamus Wrynn, Tarmon, Ballinamore and New York

Seamus Wrynn, a native of Tarmon, Ballinamore, who died in New York on Friday last was a well known player for many years with the Ballinamore Club, before emigrating to the USA in the 1950s.

Seamus immediately became involved with the Leitrim Club in New York and remained a loyal supporter long after his playing days.He was also a prominent member of the Leitrim GAA Supporters Club in New York and acted as an official at the many Joe McInerney Golf Classics that raised funds for the Leitrim Club, for Leitrim Co Board and for a number of charities.
Sincere sympathy to his wife Nell and to his family.
 
Ar dheis De go raibh sé.
 
 

 

 

14-Mar-16 by Declan Bohan – PRO

The late Frank Heavey Ballinamore Sean O Heslins and New York

The late Frank Heavey, Ballinamore Sean O Heslins and New York

Frank Heavey, one of the greatest footballers to don the Ballinamore Sean O’Heslin’s jersey has died suddenly in New York. Frank played senior football for Leitrim in the early 1980’s and would have been on the team for longer only for emigrating to America during the lean years of the mid 1980s. Frank won three senior football championships with the Ballinamore club. His first was in 1982 and he captained the winning side in 1986. He was in America in 1988 and missed their successful run in the championship but was back playing at centre half forward when they won the final in 1990. He was an outstanding full forward and a gentleman both on the field and off. We extend our deepest sympathies to the Heavey family on their sad loss.

Go ndéana Dia trócaire air.

 

 

 

 

14-Mar-16 by Declan Bohan – PRO

The late Aiden McGowan Carns Grange CoSligo and formerly Melvin Gaels GAA Club

The late Aiden McGowan, Carns, Grange, Co.Sligo and formerly Melvin Gaels GAA Club.

The death has occurred of former Melvin Gaels GAA stalwart, Aiden McGowan. A retired Primary School Teacher, Aiden was immersed in the GAA all his life. A member of the famed McGowan family of the Melvin Gaels GAA Club, he shared in the considerable upturn in his club’s fortunes in the late 1950s and early 1960s. Melvin Gaels won 4-in-row Leitrim SFC titles 1959-1962.

Off the field Aiden was a most accomplished GAA administrator at all levels from Club to Páirc an Chrócaigh. He was Vice Chairman of Coiste Chontae Liatroma in the mid 1960s. He notably held the positions of Uachtarán Comhairle Connacht 1973-76 and indeed as Senior Leas Uachráran Cumann Lúthchleas Gael had the honour of presenting the Liam McCarthy Cup to winning Kilkenny Captain Billy Fitzpatrick, following their victory over Galway, in 1975. Uachtarán Cumann Luthchleas Gael, the late Donal Keenan was unavoidably absent on that date. He later held the esteemed position of Trustee of Cumann Lúthchleas Gael. Aiden was a lifelong Melvin Gaels GAA man and held many positions on the Club Committee, most recently as Honorary President.

Aiden is sadly missed by his loving wife Kathleen, sons Enda and Brian, daughters Aideen and Orla, brothers Fr. Séamus (Texas), Máirtín, Padraic, Brendan, Kevin and Colm, and extended family and many friends. His remains are reposing at his home on Monday from 3pm to 9pm and on Tuesday from 3pm to 7pm. Removal on Tuesday evening to The Church of Mary Immaculate, Grange, to arrive at 8pm. Requiem Mass on Wednesday at 12 noon with burial afterwards in Ahamlish Cemetery.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh sé. 

 

 

13-Mar-16 by Declan Bohan – PRO

GAA National Club Draw 2016 Results

GAA National Club Draw 2016


The GAA National Club Draw 2016 took place earlier today and there is good news for one lucky Leitrim GAA member and a Leitrim Club!!

The draw raised over €1.67m for clubs across the country.

The complete list of winners can be downlaoded here

 

 

 

11-Mar-16 by Declan Bohan – PRO

Croke Park 1916 Commemoration Event

Croke Park 1916 Commemoration Event, 24 April 2016.

The GAA is calling on members from all of its clubs and members of the public to join in at Croke Park on Sunday April 24 for the Association’s national 1916 Commemorative Event.

The show, which will take place after the Division One and Two Allianz Football League finals, will present the story of Ireland in a theatrical production that will include the best elements of the Irish cultural entertainment.

To read the full text of the GAA Press Release please click here

 

 

10-Mar-16 by Declan Bohan – PRO

GAA Monthly Newsletter March 2016

GAA Monthly Newsletter March 2016

The latest GAA Club Newsletter is now available to all GAA club members and supporters for download at GAA.ie 

It includes many articles of interest to all GAA followers.

Proceed to download by clicking here

 

 

10-Mar-16 by Declan Bohan – PRO

GAA Insurance Information night

GAA Insurance Information night

An Insurance Information night for all clubs takes place on Thursday 10th March at 8pm in the Bush Hotel Carrick on Shannon.

Club Insurance Officers and Club main officers are encouraged to attend.

Insurance Managers from Croke Park and Willis will attend.

This is an opportunity for all with an interest in insurance to get up to date with GAA related insurance.

 

 

01-Mar-16 by Declan Bohan – PRO

Leitrim GAA on Referee Recruitment Drive

GAA Referee Recruitment 

Are you interested in becoming a referee? Think you can do better? Then “Put your whistle where your mouth is” and “Become a GAA Referee”! 

Why Become a GAA Referee?

•Stay involved with the game as an alternative to playing

•Fitness – It’s a great way to keep fit

•Ambition – could you referee a County Final or even an All-Ireland?

•Learn more about the game

•Give Something Back – offers players, at the end of their playing days, the opportunity to continue in the sport

•Personal Development – helps to develop personal skills that are of value in all walks of life

 What qualities are required to become a GAA Referee?

•Good knowledge of the playing rules

•Be physically and mentally fit

•Have the ability to remain calm

•Have the moral courage to take decisions which are correct

How do I become a Referee?

The first thing to do, is to contact your local Referee Administrator or Recruitment Officer who will give you details on upcoming GAA Referee Foundation Course in your local area, which you will have to complete before you can referee games. GAA Club Referee Course will take 3 nights to complete and will be delivered by GAA Referee Tutors.

Leitrim GAA aims to recruit new referees in the county. We are requesting that your club nominates at least 2 people suitable to become a referee with their consent.

Full training and mentoring will be provided.

(Text courtesy of GAA.ie)

Watch the GAA Official Recruitment video here  

 

 

12-Feb-16 by Declan Bohan – PRO

2016 Leitrim GAA Supporters Club (Dublin Branch) Launch 2016

Leitrim GAA Supporters Club (Dublin Branch) Launch 2016

Last night in the magnificent surrounds of the Celtic Suite, Croke Park, two hundred Leitrim people converged for the Dublin launch of the annual Leitrim GAA Supporters Club 2016. It was, yet again, a great gathering of Leitrim people from Dublin and beyond and a large number who travelled up for night from their Leitrim homes.

Chairman of the Dublin Branch, Mike Feeney, welcomed all to the event and looked forward to a successful year for Leitrim. He invited Joe Layden to address the crowd during which he gave many insightful ideas as to what Leitrim must do in order to progress and be competitive in an ever increasing competitive world.

Cathaoirleach Coiste Chontae Liatroma, Terence Boyle, was next to speak and his announcement that the first county training session on the Centre of Excellence would take place on Friday January 22nd was met with great approval. In a far reaching address, Senior and Under 21 Manager, Shane Ward gave a detailed account of progress to date and realistic hopes for the future as we continue to build on and invest in youth.

Following the break in proceedings, MC Colin Regan interviewed Special Guest Dessie Dolan Junior, who regaled the crowd with his experiences of a lifetime given to football from his back garden to the hallowed ground of Croke Park. It was most insightful and informative.

Special Guest Ben Lennon was next to be interviewed by Colin and what a gem of an experience this proved to be as Ben recounted a flavour of a lifetime of experiences from growing up in his native Kiltyclogher, before finishing off the night with a selection of beautiful tunes on the fiddle, accompanied by Maeve Ni Lochlainn, MartinÓgaffney and John McCartin.

Overall it was a hugely successful occasion, excellently organised by the Dublin based committee. As the crowd dispersed, approaching 10.30pm, one could not help but sense the enthusiasm for the year ahead.  Some photographs from the occasion are available here.

 

 

 

22-Jan-16 by Declan Bohan – PRO

Dessie Dolan Jr joins billing at Leitrim Supporters Club Launch in Croke Park on Thursday night

2016 launch Press Release

Dessie Dolan Jr joins billing at Leitrim Supporters Club launch in Croke Park on Thursday night next, January 21st.

 

Dessie Dolan Jr, one of the greatest players of his era and now a pundit with RTE, has joined the billing at the Leitrim Supporters Club event in Croke Park.

Despite being unfamiliar with the substitute’s role, the Westmeath Allstar, and son of former Leitrim Manager Dessie Snr, is stepping in to replace John O’Mahony who is unfortunately no longer in a position to attend due to an unavoidable clash of events.

“We are thrilled that Dessie is making himself available,” explained Ferghal McGill, secretary to the Dublin branch. “He was delighted to be asked and has many fond associations with Leitrim, none more so than the involvement of his father as senior county Manager. His contribution on the night will be fascinating for all to hear.”

In his time as a Westmeath player, Dessie was an integral part of the county’s most successful period from 2001-2008, the highlight, of course, being their Leinster Championship win in 2004 under the Managerial guidance of the late, great, Paudí Ó Sé. He also had notable success at club level with Garycastle GAC, and was selected to represent Ireland in the International Rules series, all of which will be teased out in conversation with MC for the night, Colin Regan.

The large expected crowd will also hear from Leitrim fiddling legend Ben Lennon. The Kiltyclogher native will chat about his life and before treating those in attendance to some traditional tunes, with the accompaniment of some well-known friends.

One interesting member of the audience will be the current Leitrim senior football Manager, Shane Ward, who will also outline his plans for the year ahead while County Chairperson, Terrence Boyle, will provide an update on all Leitrim GAA activities.

The night, of course, kick-starts a fundraising campaign without which the Leitrim County Board simply couldn’t continue its high level of work and investment in Leitrim teams on and off the field. The event will take place on Thursday, January 21, in the Celtic Suite of Croke Park with parking available in the Cusack Stand car park (accessed through the GAA museum entrance off Clonliffe Road. Doors will open at 7.30pm with the addresses and entertainment starting at 8pm sharp.

A free bus will travel from Leitrim to the launch, with the following departure times:

Leaving Swimming Pool Drumshanbo: 4.30pm; Pairc Sean Mac Diarmada: 4.45pm; Football pitch Bornacoola Dromod: 5pm.

The bus is FOC, and there is no need to book. Light refreshments will be provided at the interval. 

 

 

17-Jan-16 by Leitrim Supporters Club – Dublin

Attention Leitrim GAA Supporters Club (Dublin) Launch in Croke Park Thursday 21st January

The bus departure times for travelling  to the launch of the Dublin branch  of the Leitrim Supporters Club in Croke Park on next Thursday January 21st are as follows:

The bus is free of chaarge and there is no requirement to book a seat

Swimming Pool Drumshanbo   4.30pm

Pairc Sean Mac Diarmada         4.45pm

Bornacoola GAA Grounds         5.00pm

 

 

 

15-Jan-16 by Declan Bohan – PRO

Irish Conversation Classes

Irish Conversation Classes

 Ciorcal Comhrá

Ballinamore Library will be again be running a Ciorcal Comhrá every Tuesday where people meet to practice their Irish and to improve their use of the language with help from the organisers. 

The Ciorcal is run in a very enjoyable manner and is attended by adults and also by some Leaving Cert students for whom the practice is good for their Irish orals. Those attending are divided into separate groups starting with people with very basic knowledge of Irish to those with a reasonable amount of the language and those who are more advanced.

The Ciorcal Comhrá starts Tuesday 12 January in Ballinamore Library at 8.00pm. Admission is free. Beidh Fáilte romhat.

 

 

07-Jan-16 by Ballinamore Library