GAA stars and sports experts offer insights
into modern health and life challenges
All-Ireland winning Armagh footballer Oisin McConville will be amongst the guest speakers at a unique event in The Sligo Park Hotel on Monday, September 5, at 7pm. President of the GAA, Mr Christy Cooney, will give the closing address on the night.
Entitled ‘A Sporting Chance: Tackling life’s challenges with the GAA’, the free event aims to offer inspiration and information to the GAA’s young players, and their coaches, mentors, and administrators, on some of the challenges they may face during their sporting careers on and off the field.
The event has been organised by Sligo GAA’s Games Promotion Officer, Charlie Harrison, who is also the Sligo senior football captain, and Colin Regan, National Coordinator of the Association’s Alcohol and Substance Abuse Prevention (ASAP) programme, who represented Leitrim on the playing fields for over 13 years. Other noted contributors on the evening include sports psychologist Caroline Currid, a native of Sligo, who has worked with some of the top teams and individuals in the country across an array of sports, Sligo GAA legend Eamonn O’Hara, and leading Irish sports nutritionist Richelle FlanÓghan.
The event concludes the GAA’s National Urban Project in Sligo town, which aims to raise the profile of and participation levels in gaelic Games in urban bases across the island. Harrison is the coordinator of the project in Sligo.
‘The GAA is working hard to offer all members of our communities the opportunity to participate in gaelic games, and as a result experience the benefits that involvement in sport brings,’ explains Charlie. ‘However, our young people in particular face challenges and tests in all walks of their lives that can impact negatively on their sporting involvement and their health in general. That’s why we wanted to put on an event that addressed some of these issues and provide information and inspiration through the likes of Oisin, Eamonn and the rest of the speakers that helps people realise that making the right choices in your life can make all the difference.
Oisin McConville has won an All-Ireland senior football championship medal, seven Ulster championships and a National League title with Armagh. He has also been awarded two All Stars. However, as he revealed in his recent autobiography, his addiction to gambling proved the biggest challenge he has faced in life. Now working as a counselor in the area, Oisin will offer a unique personal insight into the road too and from addiction and the challenges associated with both.
Other topics covered during the informal open panel discussion ‘ which will be chaired by TG4’s sports presenter Micheál Ó Domhnaill ‘ include the pressures facing young people both in terms of their personal development and their sporting lives, healthy eating and the impact of alcohol on sports performance, and the GAA’s onÓgoing work in reducing the potential harm of alcohol and drugs misuse amongst its members.
‘This event highlights the GAA’s commitment to assist our members in enjoying a full and healthy life both on and off the field,’ explained Mr. Cooney.
The evening, which runs from 7pm-9pm, will feature a mix of fascinating personal experiences combined with expert advice from some of the top professionals in their fields. It will conclude with a Q&A session from the audience and promises to be of value to anyone interested in sport, juvenile development and life’s challenges in general.
For further information contact Colin Regan, National Coordinator of the GAA’s ASAP Programme, on 087-2945705, or Charlie Harrison, Sligo GPO, on 086-7930652.
31-Aug-11 by Colette Fox – PRO
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U16 Championship Draw
Coiste na nÓg31-Aug-11 by Colette Fox – PRO
A Sporting Chance- Tackling life s challenges with the GAA
GeneralGAA stars and sports experts offer insights
into modern health and life challenges
All-Ireland winning Armagh footballer Oisin McConville will be amongst the guest speakers at a unique event in The Sligo Park Hotel on Monday, September 5, at 7pm. President of the GAA, Mr Christy Cooney, will give the closing address on the night.
Entitled ‘A Sporting Chance: Tackling life’s challenges with the GAA’, the free event aims to offer inspiration and information to the GAA’s young players, and their coaches, mentors, and administrators, on some of the challenges they may face during their sporting careers on and off the field.
The event has been organised by Sligo GAA’s Games Promotion Officer, Charlie Harrison, who is also the Sligo senior football captain, and Colin Regan, National Coordinator of the Association’s Alcohol and Substance Abuse Prevention (ASAP) programme, who represented Leitrim on the playing fields for over 13 years. Other noted contributors on the evening include sports psychologist Caroline Currid, a native of Sligo, who has worked with some of the top teams and individuals in the country across an array of sports, Sligo GAA legend Eamonn O’Hara, and leading Irish sports nutritionist Richelle FlanÓghan.
The event concludes the GAA’s National Urban Project in Sligo town, which aims to raise the profile of and participation levels in gaelic Games in urban bases across the island. Harrison is the coordinator of the project in Sligo.
‘The GAA is working hard to offer all members of our communities the opportunity to participate in gaelic games, and as a result experience the benefits that involvement in sport brings,’ explains Charlie. ‘However, our young people in particular face challenges and tests in all walks of their lives that can impact negatively on their sporting involvement and their health in general. That’s why we wanted to put on an event that addressed some of these issues and provide information and inspiration through the likes of Oisin, Eamonn and the rest of the speakers that helps people realise that making the right choices in your life can make all the difference.
Oisin McConville has won an All-Ireland senior football championship medal, seven Ulster championships and a National League title with Armagh. He has also been awarded two All Stars. However, as he revealed in his recent autobiography, his addiction to gambling proved the biggest challenge he has faced in life. Now working as a counselor in the area, Oisin will offer a unique personal insight into the road too and from addiction and the challenges associated with both.
Other topics covered during the informal open panel discussion ‘ which will be chaired by TG4’s sports presenter Micheál Ó Domhnaill ‘ include the pressures facing young people both in terms of their personal development and their sporting lives, healthy eating and the impact of alcohol on sports performance, and the GAA’s onÓgoing work in reducing the potential harm of alcohol and drugs misuse amongst its members.
‘This event highlights the GAA’s commitment to assist our members in enjoying a full and healthy life both on and off the field,’ explained Mr. Cooney.
The evening, which runs from 7pm-9pm, will feature a mix of fascinating personal experiences combined with expert advice from some of the top professionals in their fields. It will conclude with a Q&A session from the audience and promises to be of value to anyone interested in sport, juvenile development and life’s challenges in general.
For further information contact Colin Regan, National Coordinator of the GAA’s ASAP Programme, on 087-2945705, or Charlie Harrison, Sligo GPO, on 086-7930652.
31-Aug-11 by Colette Fox – PRO
Ladies News
LadiesCumann Peil na mBain Liatroma
Intermediate Championship- All Ireland Semi Final
It is the end of the road for our senior ladies who were beaten by Cavan after extra time in Cashel on Saturday last. Hard luck to the girls and management but also well done onÓgetting this far and doing the County proud. It also shows in addition to the many underage achievements this year for ladies County football that the future looks bright.
Upcoming Fixtures
Sunday 4th September
Cox’€’s Steakhouse Senior Championship
Kiltubrid V Mohill – 1.30pm ‘€’ Cloone
Ballinamore Credit Union Intermediate Championship
Ballinaglera V Sean O’€’Heslins ‘€’ 12pm ‘€’ Drumshanbo
St. Mary’€’s V Annaduff ‘€’ 1.30pm ‘€’ Leitrim Village
Cumman Peil Gael na mBan Liatroma Junior A Championship
Gortletteragh V Fenagh ‘€’ Time & Venue – TBD
Cara Pharmacy Junior B Championship
Aughnasheelin V Glencar/Manorhamilton ‘€’ 1.30pm ‘€’ Drumshanbo
Eslin V Allen Gaels ‘€’ 12pm – Cloone
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30-Aug-11 by Camilla McDonagh – PRO
Hurling News
Club HurlingLeitrim Hurling week beginning August 29th
Leitrim’s under 14 and under 16 Development squads
Both squads participated in a hurling blitz last saturday 27th. The u16 travelled to Monaghans centre of excellance in Cloghan and the under 14s travelled to Ballychonnel in Cavan. Under 16 players Shane Sullivan, Niall McLoughlin, Kevin Clerkin and Karl McDermott played their hearts out and represented Leitrim well. Conor Hurd also gave a great display of bravery and hurling skill. Unfortunately he received an injury in the last game. We wish him well and a speedy recovery.
Hurling Go Games for Under 8s / under 10s/ under 12s .A blitz will take place this Saturday 3rd September inÓgortlettragh at 11am. The winners of the under 12 blitz will take home the Stephen Dorrigan memorial cup. All new players are encouraged to come along even if its their first time.
Championship Draw 2011
St. Marys Hurling club V Cluainin Iomaint
Ballinamore V Gortlettragh
Both semi finals will take place on October 1st in St, Marys GAA pitch. Throw in for first game is 2pm.
29-Aug-11 by Colette Fox – PRO
Weekend Championship Previews
Club FootballThe GWP Junior A Football Championship Quarter Finals are down for decision this weekend and the much anticipated quarter final replay in the Connacht Gold Senior Championship between Mohill and Annaduff.
SENIOR CHAMPIONSHIP Quarter Final Replay – Mohill v Annaduff
Mohill got one hell of a score last weekend when they secured a draw in literally the last kick of the game. This is the second year in a row that Mohill have been brought to a replay at quarter final stage. Mohill will be buoyed by their late comeback last weekend but concerned about how they drifted in and out of the game. Annaduff on the other hand will take a lot of confidence from their overall performance even though they lost their 4 point lead in injury time. Last weekends game was a real humdinger and the replay is sure to be no different. May the best team win and remember – extra time if necessary!
SENIOR CHAMPIONSHIP Relegation Semi Final Replay
Drumreilly and Cloone couldn’t be separated last weekend and we expect another tight encounter this weekend. Allen Gaels await the losers in the Relegation Final – I doubt either team will want to be in that Final!
INTERMEDIATE CHAMPIONSHIP Relegation Semi Final Replay
Fenagh and Ballinaglera have one more chance to save their intermediate championship status. Another titanic battle is on the cards and St Mary’s await the losers in the Relegation Final.
JUNIOR A FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Quarter Finals
Ballinamore SOH v Allen Gaels
Melvin Gaels v Gortletteragh
Leitrim Gaels v Annaduff
Mohill v Bornacoola
The Junior A Football Championship enters knock out stage this weekend with the quarter finals down for decision over Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Leitrim Gaels are the favourites for the competition but will face a very tricky assignment against a strong Annaduff side. An equally strong Melvin Gaels side are hotly tipped to advance against Gortletteragh while the meeting of Ballinamore and Allen Gaels is expected to be a tight game and Bornacoola are likely to advance against Mohill.
JUNIOR A FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Relegation Semi Finals
Kiltubrid v Drumkeerin
St Mary’s v Carrigallen
The battle for survival will ensure these two ties go down to the wire.
JUNIOR B FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP – Round 2
Ballinamore SOH v Glencar Manorhamilton
Fenagh v St Osnats Glencar
Ballinamore SOH and Glencar Manor are both unbeaten entering Round 2 so this game should be close. St Osnat’s were beaten in their first game and simply have to win against Fenagh to stay in contention.
26-Aug-11 by Colette Fox – PRO
TG4 All Ireland Ladies Intermediate Football Championship Semi Final
Club FootballNeighbours Cavan and Leitrim will go head-to-head this Saturday in a bid to reach the TG4 All-Ireland Ladies Intermediate Football Championship final.
Cavan start the game as favourites but face a Leitrim team who have crushed all before them in their group to advance to this stage of the competition. A win would see Niall Kilcranns team pull off a major coup.
Cavan play Leitrim in this All-Ireland IFC semi-final this Saturday, August 27, in Cashel, Co Tipperary, where throw-in is scheduled for 4.15pm.
We wish the team and management the very best of luck.
26-Aug-11 by Colette Fox – PRO
Junior C Football Championship 2011
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26-Aug-11 by Colette Fox – PRO
Coaching and Games Newsletter
CoachingCoaching & Games Newsletter
Respect Initive
Up to Under 14 Championship
Their has been a great responce to the respect initive at our under 8 & 10 go games blitz, our under 12 mini league and under 14 championship. Now that all these grades are nearing completition we would ask all clubs to ensure that their mentors and players observe the initive by wearing the Respect bibs and getting the players to line up and shake hands before and after the game.
Schools of Excellence / Development Squads
U-14 School of Excellence
The U-14 school of excellence took part in the Sean Purcell blitz in Tuam on Saturday last. Played inÓglorious sunshine the lads had great wins over Mayo & Roscommon selections but lost out to a very strong Galway West selection. Well done to all the players and management involved on the day.
U-15 School of Excellence
Our under 15 squad took part in the National blitz on Saturday 13th. Playing in Templeport they had a very sucessfull day beating both Armagh and Sligo but loosing to Cavan. They have a number of challange games arranged over the next few weeks. All players will be contacted with details.
U-16 Development squad
This squad have been busy over the past few weeks, contesting the Fr. Manning shield final and taking part in the National blitz in Portmarnock.
In the Fr. Manning shield final on Wednesday week last our lads lost out to Sligo by three .proud of their performance. On Saturday August 13th the squad travelled to Portmarnock to take part in the National blitz. In our first game we were beaten by a very strong Kildare side who went on to win all their games. InÓgame two we lost by two points to Antrim but recovered to beat Wexford inÓgame three.
As this concluded the season for this squad we would like to thank all the players involved for the effort they put in over the past number of months. To Enda Lyons, Joe Cox and Hughie Clinton for all your work with the squad and to our sponsors, Vibrotone Health & Fitness centre, Dromod, Co. Leitrim and Cox motors, Annaduff, thank you all.
Under 14 & 16 Hurling development squads
Our hurling squads at under 14 & 16 commenced training a number of weeks ago and will be coached this year by Steve Feeney, Alan Duffy, Tommy McCormack and Kevin McGrath. On Thursday last the under 16 squad took part in the Niall McInerney blitz inÓgalway and on Saturday next both squads will take part in the National blitz. The under 14 squad will play in Kildallen GAA grounds, Ballyconnell, Co. Cavan, with the under 16 squad playing in the Monaghan GAA, centre of excellence, Cloghan. Best of luck to both squads.
VHI GAA Cul camps 2011
Our Vhi GAA Cul camps concluded last week with our final camp in Ballinamore. Our numbers this year have increased by 85 on last year so a special word of thanks to all the children that took part. Also a hugh thank you to our camp supervisors and all our coaches for making the camps the success they were. To this years camp Ambassadore Adrian Croal and photographer James Molloy for all their work. Finally to the host clubs for your help and co-operation during the camps, Thank you.
Under 8 & 10 blitz
The final series of games for our under 8 & 10’s takes place on Saturday next commencing at 11am. First named club will host the blitz. If a club is unable to attend on Saturday morning please make contact with the host club and re-shedule the blitz.
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Allen Gaels v Leitrim Gaels
Dromahair v Fenagh-St Caillins
Ballinamore SOH v Melvin Gaels
Mohill v St Marys
Aughnasheelin v Annaduff
Glencar-Manor v Kiltubrid
Garadice Gaels v Aughavas
Gortletteragh v Drumkeerin
Glenfarne-Kilty v St Osnats
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County Coaching officer ââ Padraig McGourty
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E-mail: coachingofficer.leitrim@gaa.ie Games ManÓger – Thomas Keenan
Ph: 087 – 6591049
E-mail: thomas.keenan.gm.leitrim@gaa.ie
26-Aug-11 by Colette Fox – PRO
GlenfarneKiltyclogher are Under 16 (11-a-side) League Winners
Coiste na nÓgCongratulations to Glenfarne/Kiltyclogher who defeated Leitrim Gaels in the Under 16 (11-a-side) league final in Pairc Sean last Monday evening.
Leitrim Gaels opened the Scóring in the second minute after David BruenÓgot a point after a pass from Pierce Daly and a minute later they came very close to Scóring the games opening goal when Narada Patrasco found Aaron McLoughlin who took a shot at goal but hit the crossbar. Glenfarne/Kilty then levelled when Darren Murray converted a free.
Leitrim Gaels then took the lead again when Aaron McLoughlin pointed a well taken free but then Darren Murray converted another free for Glenfarne/Kilty to level the match again. David Bruen thenÓgot another point from play from the hard work of Damien Flynn which put Leitrim Gaels a point up.
Six minutes before the break Darren Murray converted another free and two minutes later he got the opening goal for Glenfarne/Kilty working with Chris Owens to break through the Leitrim Gaels defence by exchanging several passes before Murray took a shot at goal and ended in the back of the net. Leitrim Gaels took another blow in Injury time of the first half when Cian Rock provided an excellent delivery to Niall McManus who made no mistake inÓgetting Glenfarne/Kilty their second goal ending the first half Glenfarne/Kilty 2-03 Leitrim Gaels 0-03.
The second half saw Leitrim Gaels starting very positively and within a minute of restart David Bruen had scored a point but Glenfarne/Kilty replied with a Cian Rock free. With both teams hitting a number of wides it was another ten minutes when Scóring did resume with Leitrim Gaels converting two frees by Aaron McLoughlin who reduced the deficit to just four points giving hope to Leitrim Gaels that they were still in with a chance.
However, Glenfarne/Kilty scored a point by Darren Murray giving them a five point lead and a minute later he was given the opportunity to stretch their lead when his side was awarded a penalty after a foul on Oisin Keaney. Murray took the penalty which ended in the net to ensure victory for his side.
Leitrim Gaels replied with a point from Brian McElgunn but Glenfarne/Kilty were not finished yet when Cathal McSharry got his teams fourth goal ensuring they were this years Under 16 (11-a-side) League winners.
Final score Glenfarne/Kiltyclogher 4-05 Leitrim Gaels 0-07
GLENFARNE/KILTYCLOGHER:
Gary Slivin, Niall McManus (1-0), Brian Fox, Evan Kerrigan, Chris Owens, Cian Rock (0-1), Darren Murray (2-4) Alan McSharry, Joe McMorrow, Oisin nKeaney, Daniel Fee. Subs: Cathal McSharry (1-0), BenÓgalgey, Oisin McDermot.
LEITRIM GAELS:
Peter Fitzpatrick, Brian EcElgunn (0-1), Blake Walsh, Shane Rogerson, Pierce Daly, Damien Flynn, Aaron McLoughlin (0-3), David Bruen (0-3) Enda Moreton, Narada Patrasco, Thomas Harding, Subs: Patrick Flynn, Andrew Guckian
25-Aug-11 by Gerri Mulhern – PRO – Coiste na nÓg
Hurling News
Club HurlingLeitrim Hurling News Week beginning 22nd August
Leitrim’s under 14 and under 16 Development squads will train this thursday in the Bee Park Manorhamilton at 1pm. They participate in a hurling blitz this saturday 27th. The u16s will travel to Monaghans centre of excellance in Cloghan and the under 14s will travel to Ballychonnel in Cavan. We wish them the best of luck.
Well done to those under 16s who represented Leitrim last thurday in Pearse Stadium. Cian McCaffery, Niall McLoughlin, Kevin Clerkin, Connor Hurd and Karl McDermott were the hurlers who gave it their all and showed most promise on the day. Keep up the good work.
Hurling Go Games for Under 8s / under 10s/ under 12s . All new players are encouraged to come along even if its their first time. Unfortunatley last saturdays blitz was cancelled but willl be re scheduled. The next blitz will take place on Saturday 3rd September inÓgortlettragh. The winners of the under 12 blitz will take home the Stephen Dorrigan memorial cup. So all will be to play for as holders Cluainin Iomaint will be hoping for some silver wear for 2011 after losing the under 14 championship recently to Ballinamore.
Under 16 Championship Fixtures/Results
Cluainin Iomaint travelled to Gortlettragh last tuesday week and won fairly comfortably on a scoreline of 7.17 to 2.03. Cluainin Iomaint will play Ballinamore next. St. Marys play Ballinamore this Monday.
Minor Hurling championship will be a straight knock out –
20th August Manor v Ballinamore and Gortlettragh V St. Marys – Awaiting confirmation of results and fixtures. Final set for Friday 2nd September.
Leitrim Senior Hurling league / Championship Draw 2011
St. Marys travelled to Gortlettragh last Monday week and won comfortably. Marys travelled to Manorhamilton on Monday hoping to avenge their last defeat a few weeks ago in the league. This game will provide a warm up to the Championship where at last Fridays Hurling board meeting Cluainin Iomaint once again drew Marys for a second year running in the championship semi final. Ballinamore will play Gortlettragh in the other semi final. Last years semi final between the pair went to extra time with Gortlettragh running the King Pins of Leitrim Hurling very close in the final. Cluainin Iomaint will be hoping that their involvement in both the Ulster Hurling league and Sligo league will stand to them with the extra game time under thier belts. Both Semi finals will take place on October 1st in Park Tom.
22-Aug-11 by Micheal Dolan – PRO Hurling
The Lucky Seven
Club FootballSeven teams qualified for the Semi Finals of the Senior and Intermediate Championships at the weekend with only Mohill and Annaduff having another bite at the cherry this weekend to decide the last senior semi final spot.Â
Connacht Gold Senior Championship
In Pairc Sean, St Mary’s booked their place in the semi finals with a comfortable win over Bornacoola while Glencar Manorhamilton justified their favourites tag with their win over a battling Kiltubrid side. In Cloone, Ballinamore Sean O’Heslin’s were impressive winners over neighbours Aughawillan while Mohill staged an injury time comeback to score 1-1 to bring their tie with Annaduff to a replay.Â
GWP Intermediate Championship
In Drumshanbo, Drumkeerin showed that there is no substitute for experience when they recorded a hard earned two point win over a hotly fancied Eslin side. Glenfarne Kiltyclogher put in a solid and impressive hours football to ruthlessly dispose of neighbours Glencar Manorhamilton. In Pairc Sean, Melvin Gaels as expected accounted for Aughavas while the surprise result of the day was Gortletteragh’s win over Dromahair. Incidentally, in the Intermediate Championship the semi final pairings have all emerged from groups 1 & 3 with representations from Groups 2 and 4 all falling at the quarter final stage.Â
In the Senior Relegation Playoffs Carrigallen retained their senior status with a one point win over Allen Gaels while Cloone and Drumreilly were deadlocked at the final whistle and must meet again. It was a similar story in the Intermediate Relegation Playoffs with Aughnasheelin retaining their status with a comfortable win over St Mary’s and Fenagh and Ballinaglera drew and will have to meet again.
Well done to all the winning teams and we now look forward to the following semi final meetings:-
Senior Championship Semi Finals
Glencar Manorhamilton v Ballinamore Sean O’Heslin’s
St Mary’s v Annaduff or Mohill
Intermediate Championship Semi Finals
Melvin Gaels v Glenfarne Kiltyclogher
Gortletteragh v Drumkeerin
22-Aug-11 by Colette Fox – PRO
Under 16 (11) aside League Final
Coiste na nÓgUnder 16 (11)aside League Final betweenÓglenfarne-Kiltyclogher and Leitrim Gaels will take place this evening Monday 22nd of August in Pairc Sean at 7.00pm.
We would like to wish both teams the very best of luck
22-Aug-11 by Gerri Mulhern – PRO – Coiste na nÓg