Coaching & Games Newsletter
Coach Education
Foundation award
The next foundation award coaching course will take place in Ballinamore on Friday 25th & Saturday 26th of March. To streamline the running of the course, booking will be essential. To help with booking all club secretaries have been furnished with a simple on line booking form.
Award 1 child, youth & Adult
Our next Award 1 coaching course will commence on Thursday March 31st and continue on Saturday April 2nd, Thursday April 7th and Saturday April 9th and will take place in Ck – on – Shannon.
On these dates we will be running an award 1 child and also an award 1 youth & adult and again all those wishing to attend either of the courses must book in advance.
Child welfare & protection course
The next child welfare & protection (code of ethics) course will take place in Ballinamore on Monday evening March 21st. This course will facilitate those attending the up coming foundation award and the award 1 courses but will be open to everybody. All child welfare & protection courses are limited to a maximum of 18 persons so it is essential that you book in advance for this course.
Club coaches mentor programme
At our last coaching and games committee meeting it was decided to pilot a new programme of club coach development in four clubs.
Clubs were asked to submit expressions of interest in taking part in the programme. Seven clubs applied to take part and it has been agreed with the coach education tutors to include all seven clubs rather than just four. The seven clubs Aughavas, Aughnasheelin, Bornacoola, Ballinamore Sean OHeslins, GlencarManorhamilton, Melvin Gaels and St. Marys will be contacted in the near future to outline the programme in full.
U 14 School of Excellence Great turnout at last weeks U14 School of excellence trial in Drumshanbo. A further trial will take place on Saturday next March 12th in Kiltubrid GAA Park, commencing at 12.30pm.
To be eligible for this squad players must be in their last year at u14 i.e. born in 1997. To facilitate the smooth running of the trial we are asking all players to be on the pitch at 12.20pm. This years squad coaches are Shane Heslin, Adrian Cullen, Pat McWeeney and Pat Donohue.
For further information on any of the above contact:
County Coaching officer – Padraig McGourty
Ph: 086 – 8106431
E-mail: coachingofficer.leitrim@gaa.ie Games Manager – Thomas Keenan
Ph: 087 – 6591049
E-mail: thomas.keenan.gm.leitrim@gaa.ie
08-Mar-11 by Colette Fox – PRO
The Late PJ Carroll RIP, Cavan and Leitrim GAA.30th October 2024 - 9:37 pm
Connacht GAA Scór Sinsear Finals
ScórThe finest traditional Singers, Dancers, Storytellers and Musicians from throughout the province will converge on the Elphin Community and Sports Centre in Co. Roscommon on this Saturday evening at 6pm for the Connacht GAA Scór Sinsear Finals. It promises to be a great evening of entertainment and all are welcome.
11-Mar-11 by Collette Fox – PRO
All-Ireland Scór na nÓg Finals Results
ScórAll-Ireland Scór na nÓg Finals Results
Connacht had two winners in the All-Ireland Scór na nÓg Finals which took place last Saturday 19th February in the TF Royal Hotel & Theatre, Castlebar.
Congratulations to Anthony KavanÓgh from Claremorris and the Abbeyknockmoy Set Dancing team who both won All-Ireland titles in their respective categories. Well done also to the other clubs that represented Connacht at the weekend; Castlebar Mitchels-Mayo, St. Farnans- Sligo, St. Dominics- Roscommon and Mountbellew-Moylough- Galway.
The full results from the weekend are as follows:
Rince Foirne – Boherbue;
Solo Singing – Anthony KavanÓgh;
Instrumental Music – Edendork;
Recitation – Aoibhinn ONeill;
Ballad Group – Saul;
Novelty Act – Lissycasey;
Question Time – Allenwood;
Set Dancing – Abbeyknockmoy
11-Mar-11 by Colette Fox – PRO
Minor Fixtures 2011
Coiste na nÓg09-Mar-11 by Gerri Mulhern – PRO – Coiste na nÓg
Leitrim Scór Sinsear – Results
ScórThere was great entertainment at the Leitrim Scór Finals in Ballinamore on Saturday last. The first ever Leitrim Sean Nos title was won by Brendan Reynolds, Aughnasheelan, a very momentous occasion. The Leitrim representatives will take the stage in the Connacht Finals in Elphin on Saturday next 12th March, at 6pm sharp.
The following were the winners in the different events:
Rince Foirne : Glencar/Manorhamilton
AmhranaÃocht Aonair: Aisling Sammon, Aughnasheelan
Ceol Uirlise: Dromahair
Aithriseoireacht: Louise Staunton, Bornacoola
Bailéad Ghrúpa: Glencar/Manorhamilton
Traith na gCeist: Bornacoola
Nuachleas: Sean OHeslins
Sean Os: Brendan Reynolds, Aughnasheelan
Rince Seit: Glencar/Manorhamilton
The Cormac MacGiolla Shield for Club na Bliana was won by Glencar/Manorhamilton and was presented by Ailbhe Mc Gill to Claire McMorrow. The very best of luck to all our Leitrim Finalists in Elphin.
09-Mar-11 by Claire Crossan – PRO – Scor
Coaching and Games Development Newsletter
CoachingCoaching & Games Newsletter
Coach Education
Foundation award
The next foundation award coaching course will take place in Ballinamore on Friday 25th & Saturday 26th of March. To streamline the running of the course, booking will be essential. To help with booking all club secretaries have been furnished with a simple on line booking form.
Award 1 child, youth & Adult
Our next Award 1 coaching course will commence on Thursday March 31st and continue on Saturday April 2nd, Thursday April 7th and Saturday April 9th and will take place in Ck – on – Shannon.
On these dates we will be running an award 1 child and also an award 1 youth & adult and again all those wishing to attend either of the courses must book in advance.
Child welfare & protection course
The next child welfare & protection (code of ethics) course will take place in Ballinamore on Monday evening March 21st. This course will facilitate those attending the up coming foundation award and the award 1 courses but will be open to everybody. All child welfare & protection courses are limited to a maximum of 18 persons so it is essential that you book in advance for this course.
Club coaches mentor programme
At our last coaching and games committee meeting it was decided to pilot a new programme of club coach development in four clubs.
Clubs were asked to submit expressions of interest in taking part in the programme. Seven clubs applied to take part and it has been agreed with the coach education tutors to include all seven clubs rather than just four. The seven clubs Aughavas, Aughnasheelin, Bornacoola, Ballinamore Sean OHeslins, GlencarManorhamilton, Melvin Gaels and St. Marys will be contacted in the near future to outline the programme in full.
U 14 School of Excellence Great turnout at last weeks U14 School of excellence trial in Drumshanbo. A further trial will take place on Saturday next March 12th in Kiltubrid GAA Park, commencing at 12.30pm.
To be eligible for this squad players must be in their last year at u14 i.e. born in 1997. To facilitate the smooth running of the trial we are asking all players to be on the pitch at 12.20pm. This years squad coaches are Shane Heslin, Adrian Cullen, Pat McWeeney and Pat Donohue.
For further information on any of the above contact:
County Coaching officer – Padraig McGourty
Ph: 086 – 8106431
E-mail: coachingofficer.leitrim@gaa.ie Games Manager – Thomas Keenan
Ph: 087 – 6591049
E-mail: thomas.keenan.gm.leitrim@gaa.ie
08-Mar-11 by Colette Fox – PRO
Leitrim Ladies Notes
LadiesCumann Peil na mBán Liatroma
Our Senior team recorded a victory over Longford on Sunday last in Ballinamore, in Round 5 of the Bord Gais National League. The final score was 1-13 to 0-04. Each and every player kept going to the end which helped them stay on top for the duration of the game. They are now away for the remainder of the league.
They play Fermanagh in Round 6, the game is fixed for Garrison at 2pm on Sunday. Please keep an eye on the official website and Radio updates with local radio stations in case of any changes.
U14 & U16
Both teams are training together now. Contact will be made to parents for training arrangements this week.
Minor
Our Minor team are now out training also and we wish Michael Bohan and his backroom team the best of luck for the coming year.
Sponsorship
We would like to thank Paul Maye of Katie Mullens, the Swan Bar and Dunnes for coming back on board for sponsorship this year. It is greatly appreciated by all associated with Leitrim Ladies football at all levels.
The presentation of the sponsorship took place after the win over Longford in Ballinamore on Sunday last, which was a great way to top the win off.
Rest in Peace
On behalf of Cumann Peil na mBán, Liatroma we would like to express our deepest sympathy to the Family and Friends of Seamus Dillon, Glenfarne/Kiltyclogher who passed away last week. He is a former Leitrim player and dedicated clubman with Glenfarne/Kiltyclogher. He will be forever remembered as a true gentleman of the game who faced adversity with great dignity. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.
Also on behalf of Cumann Peil na mBán, Liatroma we would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the family of Tony Hayden, formerly Bornacoola. He played for Leitrim in the Late 1950s and was selected at left half back on the Leitrim team of the Millennium. Ar dhies Dé go raibh a anam.
08-Mar-11 by Camilla McDonagh – PRO
2011 GAA Presidents Awards
GeneralCoiste Chontae Liatroma congratulates Gerry Mahon, Ballinamore Sean O Heslins GAA Club who has been chosen as one of the recipients of the 2011 GAA Presidents Awards in light of his outstanding voluntary contribution to the GAA over a prolonged period.
These awards are organised and presented on an annual basis to honour those who go above and beyond the call of duty in their commitment and dedication to their chosen field within the wider GAA family.
A special banquet will take place at Croke Park on the evening of Wednesday March 16 at which all winners will be present.
Tickets for the banquet event, priced at €30 per person, can also be purchased through Paula OBrien at 01-8658672 / accountsreceivable@gaa.ie
The closing date for purchasing tickets is 11.3.11.
Well done Gerry.
08-Mar-11 by Colette Fox – PRO
New Connacht PRO
GeneralCoiste Chontae Liatroma extend congratulations to Tommy Moran from the Ballinamore Sean OHeslins Club who has taken up the role of Connacht GAA PRO. Tommy takes over from Mick Rock from Roscommon.
Tommy will no doubt bring his unique style to the role and we look forward to working with him over the next 3 years.
07-Mar-11 by Colette Fox – PRO
Referees in-service training workshop
DevelopmentReferees in service training workshop will take place on this Friday night March 11th at 8pm in thBush hotel. Workshop will be conducted by Francis Finan.
Kindly notify all referees in your club.
07-Mar-11 by Colette Fox – PRO
Coaching News
CoachingThe following are the proposed dates for Club Coaching Officers meetings in Leitrim in 2011. All Club Chairpersons and Secretaries will also be asked to attend one of these meetings in order to update them on plans for coaching and to get their views on what can be done to help clubs from a coaching point of view. Clubs will be advised on which meeting they are to attend closer to the date.
Proposed Coaching Officers Meetings
Tuesday 15th March 2011
Tuesday 31st May 2011
Tuesday 23rd August 2011
Tuesday 18th October 2011
For further details contact our Coaching Officer:-
Padraig McGourty
email: coachingofficer.leitrim@gaa.ie
Mobile Phone: 086-8106431
Home Phone: 071-9133829
07-Mar-11 by Colette Fox – PRO
Sean Nos dancing group in the All Ireland Talent Show
GeneralMy names Edwina Guckian from Drumsna, Co. Leitrim. Im am writing to you about my Sean Nós dancing group in the All Ireland Talent Show. Heres a quick bit of info about us.
Were called Sean Nós ar an tSionann and were representing Daithí Ó Sé and the West in The All Ireland Talent Show.
The 10 of us come from Sligo, Leitrim, Roscommon and Kerry and range from 8 – 26 years old.Between us all we have 6 all ireland titles, to world titles, an all ireland champion bodhran player and oireachtas sean nos champions.
On New Years eve we took to the stage on the first of the live shows. We topped the Public vote putting us straight through to the semi finals in March.
On March 13th we take to the stage again to battle it out with 4 other contestants in a bid to win the All Ireland Talent Show.
If we win we want to give €10,000 of the prize money to Our Ladys Hospital for sick children, Crumlin.
There are quite a few very special children who attend my sean nós classes every week that would not be dancing with us if it were not for Our Ladys Hospital. We want to do it for those children and everyone who attends that hospital. They receive no Government funding so its a very worthy cause. Doing it for sean nós, for Daíthí, for our counties, for Our Ladys Hospital and FOR THE WEST!
VOTE SEAN NÓS AR AN tSIONANN MARCH 13TH RTE 1, 6.30PM.
The public vote is what makes the difference so we need every vote we can get.
So if you could pass the word on to all your club members or publicise us in anyway we would really appreciate it.
Heres a link to a promo video i made including our performance. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VddYKGMG_p0
Thank you for your time.
Edwina & Sean Nós ar an tSionann
07-Mar-11 by Colette Fox – PRO
Tony Hayden RIP
GeneralCoiste Chontae Liatroma extend deepest sympathy to the family of the late Tony Hayden. Tony played on the great Leitrim teams of the late 1950s which contested 4 Connacht titles in a row. He played Railway Cup for Connacht and was selected at left half back on the Leitrim Team of the Millennium in 2000. He captained the last Bornacoola team to win a Leitrim Senior Championship in 1957 and remained a loyal supporter of his native club throughout his life. He is survived by his wife Nina (nee McSharry), brothers Seamus and Noel, sons Cathal and Darragh and daughter Ciara.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.
Death Notice for information purposes:-
Tony Hayden, Ex ESB, Oakfield Road Sligo, and late of Bornacoola, Co. Leitrim. Remains reposing at his home today Saturday and tomorrow Sunday from 3 to 9 pm. Removal on Monday morning to the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception for 12 o clock mass of the ressurection followed by burial in Sligo cemetery. House private on Monday morning please.
06-Mar-11 by