This weeks Handball News

All-Ireland Minor 40×20 Semi-Final

Donal Wrynn defeated Monaghans Darren Doherty in The All-Ireland 40×20 Minor Semi-Final on Sunday last on a score line of 12-21, 21-13, 21-11. The match played in Ballaghadeeren was a very tense affair with an All-Ireland Final appearance at stake. Wrynn never got going in the first game and was defeated 12-21. With the next game a must win one Wrynn upped his performance and took the game 21-13 taking the match to a tie-braker. Going into the third game the momentum was with Wrynn and he took the game 21-11 booking a place in the All-Ireland Minor 40×20 Final set for St Comans Roscommon on March 24th where he meets Wexfords Galen Riordan.

All-Ireland Minor Doubles 40×20 Semi-Final

Donal Wrynn and Shane Doonan are in action this week-end in the All-Ireland Minor Doubles 40×20 Semi-Final when they take on Paul Clarke and Gavan McCrystal in Kingscourt on Sunday March 11th.

World Handball Championships

Ireland hosts the “Worlds” in Citywest in Dublin from October 11th-22nd in 40×20 and One Wall. Its nine years since Ireland last hosted the World Championships, this time therell be competitors from 33 countries taking part in a purpose built complex under one roof. The Championships are held every three years, the last one in the US in 2009 where Fenaghs Donal Wrynn took the u15 One Wall Title. The entry fee is 100 euro with a maximum fee of 150 euro to register for all three categories.

One Wall Nationals

This years nationals will be held in Citywest in Dublin from July 6th-8th.

GAA Handball Convention

Leitrim hosts this years Convention for the first time on March 18th in The Landmark Hotel commencing at 11.00am.

 

 

05-Mar-12 by Niall Scollan – Handball PRO

Bord Gais League Division 3 Round 4

Bord Gais League Division 3 Round 4

Leitrim 1-12 v Westmeath 1-10

We were back in our home ground to welcome last year’s Intermediate All-Ireland Champions Westmeath. This was a much anticipated game and this was evident when the Leitrim team took to the field of play last Sunday captÁined by our very own ‘Golden Boot’ recipient Áine Tighe. We started very strong with both Áine Tighe and Erin Farrell getting there names on the score board and then just fifteen minutes in, Annaduff’s Sarah McManus found herself in an excellent position and finished a pass from Áine Tighe into the back of the net. This was the goal that would be the difference between the two teams for most of the game. Westmeath of course were not going down without a fight and they soon matched us in scores and eight minutes into the second half the scoreline was 1-7 to 7 points in Leitrim’s favour but the danger was ever present.

The second half was a tense affair with two Westmeath players spending 10minutes in the Sin Bin*. There were several minutes of tense injury time with a Westmeath free given in the closing seconds. The game ended on a scoreline of 1-10 to 1-12 in favour of the home team and we remain unbeaten in our fortress in Ballinamore for 2012. The win also sees us in 2nd place of Division 3. Next weekend we take on Wicklow on Sunday 11th in Ballinamore at 2pm. Some photographs from the game are available in the gallery section.     

*In my initial report of the game I had incorrectly stated that one Westmeath player received a red card.  This was inaccurate as the player only received a yellow card.  I sincerely apologise to the player and the Westmeath team and wish them all the best in their forthcoming matches.

Claire

 

 

 

 

05-Mar-12 by Claire Noone PRO LGFA

Results- Seachtain na Gaeilge quiz

The Leitrim heats of Seachtain na Gaeilge quiz took place last Friday 2nd March in the Allen Gaels clubhouse. 7 teams took part -Dromahair, Drumkeerin, Sean OHeslins, Aughnasheelin, Allen Gaels, Aughavas & Bornacoola. Congratulations to Bornacoola, Sean OHeslins and Aughnasheelan who came out on top. Wishing them the best of luck in representing the Connaught final round this Thursday 8th March in Ballyhaunis.The winning team from the connaught heat will take part in the All-Ireland final in Croke Park on St Patricks Day March 17th.

 

 

05-Mar-12 by Claire Crossan – PRO – Scor

Leitrim Ladies v Westmeath

Please be advised that there is a change of time for next Sundays Leitrim Ladies match against Westmeath.  The throw-in time has been changed to 3pm in Ballinamore on Sunday 3rd March. Looking forward to seeing you there.

 

 

01-Mar-12 by Claire Noone PRO LGFA

Scolaireachta­ Gaeltachta 2012

Scoláireachtaí Gaeltachta 2012

There were a large number of applicants for the Leitrim Co Board GAA Gaeltacht Scholarships and the winners were drawn from the hat at the last Co Board meeting. There were 13 scholarships in all ranging in value from €400 to €200.

Buíochas do na buachaillí agus na cailíní go léir a chuir isteach ar na scoláireachtaí agus comhghairdeas do na buaiteoirí. Buíochas freisin do Coláiste na bhFiann agus Coláiste Ó Direáin a thug páirt- scoláireachtaí dúinn.

Seo iad na daoine a fuair scoláireachtaí don bhliain seo: 

[ol]

  • Emma Fee, Ballaghnabehy, Manorhamilton €200

  • Niall Mac Giolla Leith, Gortinar, Cluainín Uí Ruairc €200

  • Pól Keegan, Killinummery, Droim Dá Thiar, €200

  • Niamh Nic Amhlaí, MahanÓgh, Droim Seanbhó, €200 + €200 ó Choláiste na bhFiann

  • Ciarán Breathnach, Bóthar Cnoc, Droim Seanbhó €200

  • Conor Cullen, Ballyduff, Ballinamore, €200 + €200 ó Choláiste na bhFiann

  • Michelle Ferguson, Screeney, Manorhamilton, €200

  • Seán Breathnach, Bóthar Cnoc, Droim Seanbhó, €200

  • Lauren McManus, MooneenÓgear, LisinÓgroagh, Manorhamilton, €200

  • Declan Byrne, 65 Clooneen Park, Manorhamilton, €200

  • Cara Feely, Gob na gCaor, Ros Inbhir €200 

    • [/ol]

    1. Shane McInerney, Killananina, Dromahair €400 ó Choláiste Ó Direáin

    2. Karl Mallon, Clooncarne, Bornacoola, Co Leitrim €400 ó Choláiste Ó Direáin

      3. [/ol]

      Coláiste na bhFiann has also offered a number of €200 discounts for students who can attend their three week course in Killarney on either of the following dates: 01/07/2012 – 21/07/2012 or 29/07/2012 – 18/08/2012. Any boys or girls, members of GAA clubs who are interested, please ring Seán Ó Súilleabháin, Rúnaí Coiste Cultúir agus Teanga at 071 9644227 by this weekend.

       

       

       

       

      01-Mar-12 by S O S

    Spend the day at the home of Irish sport

    Spend the day at the home of Irish sport…

    Take a tour of Croke Park stadium and visit the GAA Museum.

    Enjoy lunch overlooking Ireland’s most famous pitch.

    As part of the GAA’s Social Initiative, the GAA Museum at Croke Park is offering your club members the chance to immerse themselves in gaelic Games with this exclusive offer.

    Firstly you’ll take a guided tour of Croke Park stadium and sneak a peek behind the scenes of one of Europe’s most historic, yet modern, sporting arenas. The tour will transport you into the world of the players and you’ll visit the dressing rooms and players lounge before enjoying a bird’s-eye view of the pitch from the stands. Your guide will also take you pitch side through the players tunnel and you’ll tour the corporate level.

    You’ll then visit the GAA Museum where you can watch footage from every All-Ireland final since 1938. The Museum also includes a magnificent trophy display and you can take a detailed look at the birth and growth of the GAA. 

    This offer is available throughout 2012 and the best news of all is that on Mondays the guided tour and museum visit costs just €5 per person. The cost is only €6.50 for each visitor every other day of the week.

    Finish off your special day with lunch in a corporate box overlooking the pitch. Our tailored menu includes a choice of chicken or salmon main course plus tea and coffee. This lunch will cost your group just €10 per person.

    For more information or to make a booking, please contact tours@crokepark.ie or call 01 819 2323. 

     

     

    29-Feb-12 by Colette Fox – PRO

    Say Hello!

    Today, the GAA launched its official page on Facebook in the presence of Uachtarán Chumann Lúthchleas Gael, Criostóir Ó Cuana, 2011 All-Ireland winning Dublin footballer Cian O’Sullivan and Lisa Clancy, Director of Communications of the GAA.

    The GAA is asking all members and supporters to answer a global GAA call and ‘like’ Official GAA on Facebook to unlock access to exclusive news, updates, competitions, and more throughout the year.

    As part of the launch, and to demonstrate the GAA’s commitment to the whole area of social media, Dublin football defender Cian O’Sullivan held a live Twitter chat through @officialgaa. Check out #GAAQandA for all the questions and answers.

    Keeping up to date with what’s happening in the GAA world through social and digital media has never been easier. With nearly 17,000 followers on Twitter @officialgaa brings the latest news, match updates and results direct to its followers.

    Apps across three smartphone platforms, iPhone, Android and Nokia also give members and supporters access to the latest news, videos and match tracker updates for key games.

    Dublin footballer, Cian O’Sullivan added: “I look forward to keeping up to speed with all things GAA through Facebook, in addition to the information provided through Twitter and gaa.ie”

    Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/officialgaa or by searching on “Official GAA”.

    Follow us on Twitter@officialgaa.

     

     

    29-Feb-12 by Colette Fox – PRO

    FixturesResults Service

    Fixtures/Results Service

    As you are by now aware, there is a technical difficulty beyond our control regarding the excellent fixtures/result service normally available on the website. In the interim, thanks to the hard work of our IT Officer Brendan Doyle, the fixtures/results may be accessed through this link. Apologies once again, but the matter is beyond the control of Leitrim GAA. Hopefully it will be rectified shortly.

     

     

    27-Feb-12 by Colette Fox – PRO

    Club Officer Training

    Club Officer Training was held in the Community School, Carrick on Shannon on Friday night (24/2/12) where turnout was smaller than expected.

    Club Chairpersons, Secretaries, Treasurers, PRO’s and ASAP Officers were able to avail of the excellent training and guidance offered by the key note guest speakers from Croke Park together with officials from Leitrim and Connacht GAA.

     

     

    27-Feb-12 by Colette Fox – PRO

    Sympathy

    The Ladies County Board would like to express our sincere sympathy to the family of Sandra Earley. Our heartfelt sympathy to her Fiance Barry Lupton, her daughters Latisha, Jodie and Layla, her dad Johnny, brothers Micheal and Dermott, sister Louise and her extended family and friends. Our thoughts are with you all at this time. May she rest in peace.

     

     

    27-Feb-12 by Claire Noone PRO LGFA

    Hurling News

    Hurling News Week beginning 27th March 2012

    Táin League Fixtures for Saturday 3rd March –

    Division 4A

    St. Marys travel to Killyclogher(Omagh) to play Cappagh Gaels of Tyrone and Cluainin Iomaint will play Wolf Tones of Longford.

    Division 5A

    This Friday Ballinamore have a home game against Carrickmacross of Monaghan at 9pm. Venue yet to be confirmed.

     

     

     

    27-Feb-12 by Micheal Dolan Hurling PRO

    Bord Gais National League Round 4

    Bord Gais National League Round 4

    Bord Gais National League Round 4 Leitrim Ladies Vs Westmeath will take place on Sunday the 4th of March in Ballinamore at 2pm. Westmeath were last years Intermediate All Ireland Champions so this is a big game and promises to be a very entertaining game. We hope that all Leitrim football supporters will come out and get behind the Ladies on the day.

     

     

    27-Feb-12 by Claire Noone PRO LGFA