Football Fever as Neighbours Come to Visit!

Two Leitrim venues will be hives of GAA activity this weekend as Leitrim compete in the Connacht Minor Football League, Cadbury’s Connacht U21 Football Championship Semi Final and Allianz Football League.

All roads lead to Shane McGettigan Park and Páirc Seán this weekend as the Minor team take on Sligo in their first game in the Connacht League, our U21’s do battle with Roscommon in the Cadbury’s Connacht U21 Championship semi final and the Seniors host neighbours Fermanagh in Round 6 of the Allianz League.

MINOR
The Minor team take on Sligo in the first round of the Connacht Minor League on Saturday. Under the guidance of Damian Eames and PJ Clancy our young guns will be hoping to get their campaign off to a winning start. Leitrim performed very well in the League last year and will be hoping to build on their 2010 performances. A home win would be the ideal start.
Throw-in at 12 noon on Saturday in Shane McGettigan Park, Drumshanbo.

U21
Our U21 team host Roscommon in the Cadbury’s Connacht U21 Football Championship semi final this Saturday. Roscommon defeated a highly rated Mayo outfit in their preliminary game last weekend on a score-line of 0-11 to 0-9. While the visitors have the advantage of that game under their belts our boys are well prepared and have home advantage and the loyal Leitrim supporters behind them. Leitrim under the management team of Mickey Moran, Martin McGowan, Jimmy Holohan and Barney Breen will be hoping to cause an upset in this game as Roscommon carry the favourites tag. Come on lads – ye can do it.
Throw-in at 2.30 on Saturday in Páirc Seán.

SENIOR
The senior team host Fermanagh in the Allianz League on Sunday. We have billed this game as "when neighbours meet" and if either neighbour are to be in the hunt for promotion – this is a must winÓgame. The last time the sides met in the Allianz League was back in 2008 when Fermanagh scored a vital win (2-09 to 3-10) over us on our home turf. Leitrim are at the disadvantage of not having played a game since the 20th of February while Fermanagh come fresh from defeat at the hands of Roscommon last weekend and will be hoping to turn their season around on Leitrim soil. The league table shows Fermanagh lying in 7th place on 3 points from 4 outings while Leitrim are in 5th place on 4 points with 3 games played. A large crowd is expected at the venue and we anticipate a rip-roaring contest.
Throw-in at 2.30 on Sunday in Páirc Seán.

PLEASE COME OUT TO SUPPORT ALL THE TEAMS AND DON’T FORGET TO SHOW YOUR COUNTY COLOURS BY WEARING YOUR LEITRIM SUPPORTERS CLUB ScórF.

 

 

 

18-Mar-11 by Colette Fox – PRO

Coach Education

The coach education team are running a number of courses in the coming weeks.
 
The following are the dates and locations of the courses:

Child Welfare and Protection (Code of Ethics) course – Ballinamore – March 21st  (Max 18 participants)
Foundation Award – Ballinamore – Friday 25th/Saturday 26th March 2010
Award 1 Child – Carrick-on-Shannon – Thurs 31st March/Sat 2nd April + Thurs 7th April/Sat 9th April
Award 1 Youth/Adult – Carrick-on-Shannon – Thurs 31st March/Sat 2nd April + Thurs 7th April/Sat 9th April

Please note that the Award 1 Child and Award 1 Youth/Adult are seperate courses which are being run simultaneously.
 
In order to streamline the process we are asking club secretaries/coaching officers to use the link below to book club personel in on the relevant courses:
 
https://spreadsheets.google.com/a/gaa.ie/viewform?formkey=dFAxcEVpTVFqbUdhQUxKT1MzV0xNT1E6MQ
 
If you have any problems please do not hesitate to contact me.
 
—
Mise le fíor mheas,
 
Padraig MacDhorcai
Oifigeach Oiliuna
Coiste Chontae Liatroma CLG
email: coachingofficer.leitrim@gaa.ie
Mobile Phone: 086-8106431
Home Phone: 071-9133829
 

 

 

17-Mar-11 by Colette Fox – PRO

2011 Leitrim Club Championship Draws

The 2011 Leitrim Club Championship Draw will take place tonight (Monday 28 March) in the Bush Hotel, Carrick on Shannon.  The draw will be broadcast live on Shannonside FM at 9pm.  All attendees are asked to be in their seats at 8.30pm.

The Senior Championship is of course sponsored by Connacht Gold while the Intermediate and Junior A Championships are sponsored by GWP.

 

 

 

 

16-Mar-11 by Colette Fox – PRO

Upcoming GAA Coverage on TG4

UPCOMING GAA COVERAGE ON TG4

Leitrims Gerry Mahon – recipient of GAA Presidents Award.
 
WEDNESDAY 16 MARCH
10:15pm   GAA Presidents Awards / Gradaim an Uachtarán
Coverage of the GAA Presidents Awards from Croke Park. Uachtarán Chumann Lúthchleas Gael Críostóir Ó Cuana reveals the GAA President’s Award winners for 2011.
The award winners who are drawn from across the full spectrum of the wider GAA family, to include representatives from all four provinces, Camogie, Ladies Football, GAA Rounders, GAA Handball, Scór and the Overseas and Education sectors will be honoured at a banquet in Croke Park in the company of family and friends. This is the eighth year of the awards scheme and the list of award winners is made up of dedicated and committed GAA members who work tirelessly in their chosen field and who have gone above and beyond the call of duty. We will also meet representatives from the teams who will be participating in the AIB All-Ireland Club Football and Hurling Finals. Presented by Micheál Ó Dómhnaill and Gráinne Mc Elwain.

 

 

15-Mar-11 by Colette Fox – PRO

Additional Gaeltacht Scholarships

Additional Gaeltacht Scholarships

 Leitrim Co Board is able to offer two half-scholarships (value €450 each) to two boys who are GAA members to Coláiste Ó Direáin, which is situated on Inis Mór, Aran Islands. The grants are sponsored by the College itself. The grants are for the course from 24 July to 14 August. Anyone interested in applying for these grants please write to Máire Ni Mhaoilbhlia, Oifigeach Cultúir agus Teanga, Coillte na Sionnach, Achadh na Sileann,  Béal an Átha Móir, Co Liatroma, roimh 25 Márta 2011 or e-mail to irishculturalofficer.leitrim@gaa.ie. 

 

 

15-Mar-11 by Colette Fox – PRO

Connacht Scór Finals – 5 Leitrim titles

Another incredible night for Leitrim in the Connacht Scór Finals in Elphin, Co Roscommon on Saturday night scooping 5 of the 8 titles.  Seán O Heslins record 16th win in the novelty act category at Connacht level, with 5 All-Ireland titles under their belt, they are heading to the INEC hoping for a 6th. Best of luck in the All Ireland finals to all concerned as Leitrim competitors and supporters prepare for the long journey to Killarney. Tickets for the All Ireland Finals in the INEC Killarney on Saturday 9th April must be ordered in advance. All tickets are non-refundable and must be ordered through your clubs Scór officer by Friday 18th March.

Connacht winners:

Rince Foirne : Glencar/Manorhamilton, Leitrim
Amhranaíocht Aonair: Aisling Sammon, Aughnasheelan, Leitrim
Ceol Uirlise: Dromahair, Leitrim
Aithriseoireacht: Mick Rock, Roscommon
Bailéad Ghrúpa: Mountbellew- Moylough, Galway
Tráth na gCeist: Claremorris, Mayo
Nuachleas: Seán OHeslins, Leitrim
Sean Os: Roscommon/ Mayo (Tie)
Rince Seit: Glencar/Manorhamilton, Leitrim

 

 

14-Mar-11 by Claire Crossan – PRO – Scor

Golf Classic

Leitrim GAA will host a Golf Classic in Carrick on Shannon Golf Course on Saturday 9th April, 2011 at 11am.   

Leitrim GAA is delighted to announce the inaugural Golf Classic to be held in Leitrim on Saturday 9th April.

This will be an ideal opportunity for Leitrim gaels to meet up and converse on gaelic and golf matters.  Past and present Leitrim players and officials as well as Leitrim supporters will have the opportunity to meet up at this event to be held at the wonderfully appointed Carrick on Shannon Golf Course. 

One of the main prizes will be free entry to the hugely successful annual Leitrim Golf Classic held in Dublin which is celebrating 21 years this year.  It takes place at the Edmondstown golf Course in Rathfarnam, Dublin on the 20th May, 2011. 

As many clubs hold Golf Classics of their own we would urge clubs to promote this event amongst their golf enthusiasts.  As always you dont have to be a club member to participate and team entry fee is 200 euro. 

For further details contact chairman.leitrim@gaa.ie or secretary.leitrim@gaa.ie

 

 

 

 

 

 

14-Mar-11 by Colette Fox – PRO

All Ireland Club Final

Coiste Chontae Liatroma extend best wishes to St Brigids from Roscommon who contest the All Ireland Senior Club Football Final in Croke Park on St Patricks Day. 

In Connacht, St Brigids accounted for Eastern Harps (Sligo) in the preliminary round and our ownÓglencar Manorhamilton in a thrilling semi final played in Pairc Sean.  In the Connacht Final they defeated Killererin (Galway) after extra time in another thrilling game.  They defied all the odds to reach the All Ireland Final when they defeated a much fancied Nemo Rangers (Cork) two weeks ago and now face Crossmaglen Rangers (Armagh) in the St Patricks Day decider.

 

 

 

 

 

14-Mar-11 by Colette Fox – PRO

Allianz Football League – Division 4 Roundup

Longford gained a valuable point when they drew with Wicklow in Aughrim today and this sees them sit proudly on top of Division 4 with Wicklow currently in 2nd place.  

Roscommon (still with a game in hand over the top two) were 3 points winners over Fermanagh in Kiltoom minus the St Brigids contingent who contest the All Ireland Club Final on St Patricks Day. 

As can be seen from the table, the top 3 are beginning to put some daylight between themselves and the chasing pack but 4th placed Leitrim do have two games in hand over the top two.  

Next weekend Leitrim host neighbours Fermanagh in Pairc Sean and if Leitrim have any hope of challenging for promotion – this is a must winÓgame.

 

Allianz Football League Roinn 4 2011
  Team P W L D F A +/- Pts
1 Longford 5 3 0 2 90 43 47 8
2 Wicklow 5 2 0 3 90 64 26 7
3 Roscommon 4 3 0 1 61 37 24 7
4 Leitrim 3 2 1 0 53 29 24 4
5 An Clár 4 2 2 0 81 34 47 4
6 Fermanagh 4 1 2 1 43 45 -2 3
7 Carlow 4 1 2 1 44 61 -17 3
8 Carlow 1 1 0 0 27 10 17 2
9 London 5 1 4 0 42 90 -48 2
10 Kilkenny 5 0 5 0 21 139 -118

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WEEKEND RESULTS

Saturday, 12th Mar 2011
 
 
 
1:00   Round 5 An Clár 5-10 0-4 London  
                   
 
 
Sunday, 13th Mar 2011
 
2:30   Round 5 Wicklow 2-9 1-12 Longford  
                    
 
2:30   Round 5 Roscommon 1-12 1-9 Fermanagh  
               
 
2:30   Round 5 Kilkenny 3-1 2-21 Carlow  
                 
 

 

 

13-Mar-11 by Colette Fox – PRO