The GAA Games Development Conference 2010 was recently launched in Croke Park by representatives of all of the GAA family of games.
Conference Theme:
Coaching Children: Building a Platform for Lifelong Involvement in gaelic games
Some of the top names in gaelic Games coaching will be involved in the GAA”s annual National Games Development Conference – “Coaching Children: Building a Platform for Lifelong Involvement in gaelic games” – which will take place on Saturday December 4th, in Croke Park. This is the 8th annual Conference, and aims to address issues related to the underage player that are of most concern and interest to members of the GAA community.
Run as a partnership between all of the Gaelic games Associations, and sponsored by Lucozade Sport, the conference will offer the 450 delegates attending an opportunity to access talks relating to key coaching issues in hurling/camogie, Gaelic football/Ladies Gaelic football, Handball and Rounders.
Mickey Whelan of Dublin, who will be joined by Professor Niall Moyna, Dublin City university, DJ Carey and Paudie Butler (National Hurling Development Coordinator) will be among the speakers during the event, while Des Ryan (IRFU Fitness Education Manager), and Jim White (Author and Journalist) will provide a unique perspective on coaching issues currently affecting Gaelic games.
Head of Physical Education at Marino Institute of Education, Caitriona Cosgrave, will address issues relating to the development of Gaelic games through the Primary School Physical Education curriculum, Bruce Wadrop (Waterford Institute of Technology) will present on ‘€’Fuelling Our Play” and a host of diverse topics will be addressed by an impressive range of speakers including Liam O”Neill (Chairman of the National Games Development Committee), Edward Coughlan (Liverpool John Moores University) and Cavan footballer Nicholas Walsh.
Launching the Conference, Ard Stiúrthóir, Páraic Duffy siad ‘€'”The central theme of this year”s Conference will emphasise the importance of the child player within the family of Gaelic games. Ensuring that all players in our Clubs and Primary Schools, regardless of their level of ability are provided with the opportunities to develop is a key component of what the GAA is all about and I”m looking forward to hearing from a number of the expert speakers on how this can be achieved. We are committed to developing this area in conjunction with our sister Associations, Camogie, Handball, Ladies Gaelic football and Rounders, each of which contributes to the overall development of our players”
Supporting the Conference for the third successive year, Siobhain Glennon, Lucozade Sport said: “We are delighted to be involved in this important event once again. As with all such Lucozade Sport sponsorships, the initiative underlines our commitment to the promotion of healthy, balanced lifestyles throughout Ireland and it celebrates our passion for Gaelic sport. The GAA has brought together an impressive line up of experts for this Conference and I am confident that together, we can make a real difference”.
Reflecting the partnership approach in the organisation of this years Conference, Sinead Ó Connor (Ard Stiúrthóir, Camogie), Tony Hannon (President, GAA Handball0, Pat Quill (President, Ladies Gaelic Football Association), Joe O”Donaghue (President, Rounders Association) and Margaret Cunningham (Chair, Cumann na mBunscol Náisiúnta) were also in attendance.
The list of speakers represents the most impressive gathering of individuals involved with coaching and games development ever assembled for an event of this nature and there is already massive interest in the conference.
In addition to a comprehensive conference speaker programme, delegates will also be given the opportunity to view practical demonstrations of each of the Gaelic games delivered by expert coaches including Damien Coleman (Connacht Hurling Development Manger), Caroline Murray (Galway Senior Camogie team), William Harmon (Ladies Gaelic Football Regional Development Officer), John Dillon (Kerry Junior Football Manager), Owen Mooney and Teresa McGirr (both Fermanagh). This will form part of an extensive purpose built demonstration area within the Davin Stand.
The cost of attending is €50 and further information on registering to attend the conference can be obtained by phone at 01-8658625, by emailing gamesdevelopment@gaa.ie or at www.gaa.ie
Booking for the Conference is now open and can be done in two ways – using the booking form as part of the brochure or online. Those interested can click here for a copy of the brochure programme and the booking form.
It is also possible to reserve a place online through the following link: https://oss.ticketmastereurope.com/html/pack_planlist.htmI?l=EN&CNTX=&team=gaa&selID=369
11-Nov-10 by Colette Fox – PRO
GAELIC ARMOUR ANNOUNCES LANDMARK PARTNERSHIP WITH LEITRIM GAA20th November 2024 - 9:16 pm
U21 A Championship Final Report
Club FootballThe scoreline might suggest a comfortable win for the Eslin/Mohill combination but this was a game that swung one way then the other and looked to be heading for extra time until a goal with 7 minutes remaining transformed the contest. The goal for St Manachan’s was followed by three fabulous unanswered points which ended St Mary’s hopes of adding to their Minor A crown won last September. This was a highly entertaining game played by two fully committed and talented teams. When both teams had their periods of dominance – they both looked a class apart but ultimately when St Manachan’s scored that all important goal – they didn’t sit back, they pushed on and although St Mary’s tried desperately to respond – the heads were visibly down. The age profile of both teams is quite young so we can expect to see them acquainting themselves at this grade over the next few years and with a number of players on both sides putting inÓgreat individual performances, we as a County can hope to see them display their skills on a bigger stage! Congratulations to St Manachan’s on a fully deserved victory.
25-Nov-10 by Colette Fox – PRO
Connacht Club Junior Hurling Final Postponed
Club HurlingThe Connacht Club Junior Hurling Final has been postponed.
21-Nov-10 by Colette Fox – PRO
Connacht GAA Council – Club Forum
Club DevelopmentConnacht GAA Council
Club Forum
Date: Saturday 5th February 2011
Venue: TF ROYAL HOTEL & THEATRE, CASTLEBAR
Each club is invited to send 3 members:
Programme:
10am: Opening address
10.10am: Presentation 1
10.30am: Presentation 2
10.50am: Presentation 3
11.10am: Keynote Speaker
11.35am: Tea/Coffee
12noon: Parallel workshop x 3: Session 1
12.45pm: Parallel workshop x 3: Session 2
1.30pm: Open forum/Question and answers session
2.15pm: Lunch.
Presentations:
ï¶ Coaching & Games Development
ï¶ Club Planning
ï¶ Club Administration
NB: CLUBS
Workshops: Each club is asked to nominate 3 topics that they would like discussed at the workshops.
1:______________________________________________
2: _____________________________________________
3:______________________________________________
Please return to Connacht GAA Council office on or before Friday 3rd December 2010.
Email: reception.connacht@gaa.ie
Postal address: Connacht GAA Office, Clare Street, Ballyhaunis, Co. Mayo.
19-Nov-10 by Colette Fox – PRO
Under 16 15 aside Championship Final Drumkerrin v Drumreilly
Coiste na nÓgDrumkerrins epic second half performance wins them the under 16 15 aside championship final in Fenagh last Saturday. In the early stages of this game it was score for score with points from Drumreillys Dylan Mimna and Mark Plunkett and Drumkerrins Jamie Langan Scóring 1 from play and 1 from a free. Drumreilly edged ahead again with a Mark Plunkett free followed by another Drumreilly free put over this time by Gary Plunkett. Minutes later came the first of the LanganÓgoal spree when Jamie hit the net after some good team play and this was quickly followed by another Drumkerrin free again put over by Langan. Drumreilly again hit back with two more points from Gary Plunkett, 1 from play and the other a free, with the sides now level it seemed all to play for and just before half time Drumkerrin edged ahead with a Langan free sending the sides in with Drumkerrin ahead by the minimum on a scoreline of 1-04 to 0-06. Shortly after the restart their lead was quickly cut with a StephenÓgilheaney point but then on 6 and a half minutes LanganÓgot his second goal and five minutes later got his third. At this stage it was all Drumkerrin with great team work all over the field, in the following five minutes Langan put over three more points, 2 from play and a free, he was just on fire and could do no wrong. Drumreilly kept battling but there was no way through the Drumkerrin defence for them as they continued to pop over the scores with another Langan point from play and a point from Sean o Grady, in the final five minutes James Gallagher scored two points and Ciaran Hicky also got his name on the scoresheet with a fine point from play. Shortly before the final whistle Drumreilly got a late consolation point courtesy of Sean Fox. Joyful scenes followed the final whistle as Drumkerrin added the championship title to the league title they won earlier in the year and to whom we extend our congratulations.
Teams; Drumkerrin, Patrick Kelly, Tommy Rogan, Declan Daly, Thomas Mc Partlan, Paul Hazlette, Felim Mc Hugh, Robert Fee, James Gallagher, Dean Brolly, Cathal Mc Cauley, Ciaran Hicky, Jerome Mc Guire, Adrian Forde, Jamie Langan, Darren ODonnell. Subs; Sean O Grady, James Gallagher, Jack Mc Veigh, DillonÓgrogan and Sean Hazlette. Management ; Junior Hazlette, Richard Mc Tiernan, Damien Mc Padden.
Drumreilly; Daire Mc Niff, Rory Mc Tague, Sean Fox, Killian Lavin, Peirce Dolan, David OConnell, Kevin Murtagh, Gary Plunkett, StephenÓgilheaney, Declan Flanagan, Conor Gaffney, Fergal Mc Tague, Dylan Mimna, Mark Plunkett, Donal Mc Cabe. Subs; Ronan Maxwell,Adan Kearns, Kieran OHaire and Micheal Prior. Management ; Padraig Gaffney, Seamus Mc Tague, Donal Quinn, Tomas Mimna.
18-Nov-10 by Barbara – PRO – Coiste na nÓg
Coaching and Games Newsletter
CoachingCoaching & Games Newsletter
Football
Schools of excellence/ Development squads
Under 14
A venue for this Saturdays session for the under 14 squad has not been confirmed by notes deadline but all players will be contacted with full details during the week. This will be a field based session so full football gear required.
Under 17
Next group session for the U-17 squad will take place on Sunday November 21st.
Coach Education
Award 1
Our award 1 course will continue on Friday evening next in the Bush hotel commencing at 7pm. This course will conclude on Saturday.
Dates for our next award 1 will be published next week and coaches are asked to book in advance as places will be limited.
For further information on any of the above contact Games Manager Thomas Keenan.
Ph: 087 – 6591049
email: thomas.keenan.gm.leitrim@gaa.ie
18-Nov-10 by Colette Fox – PRO
Leitrim Ladies
LadiesFundraising Draw: The Club and County Fundraising draw will take place this Friday night 19th November in Dunnes Bar in Carrick starting at 8.30pm. All clubs are encouraged to attend and a house raffle will be held on the night with many great prizes on offer and it promises to be a very sociable night out where players can enjoy a chat about what was and might have been during the year. There are many great prizes on offer with a first prize of ââ¬1,500, Numerous other prizes include – a spa Weekend in a Westport Hotel, 2 nights B&B and evening meal in Landmark Hotel; Vibrotone System Voucher; Slieve Russell Green Fees for Four; ââ¬100 food hamper; Meal vouchers sponsored by Lough Rynn Castle Hotel, Cox’s Steakhouse, Dromod; Copper Still Bar & Restaurant, Dromod; Shannon Key West Hotel Rooskey; John James Restaurant, Mohill; Priors of Ballinamore and Supermacs, Carrick. Vouchers and other prizes sponsored by King Communications, Dunnes Bar, Corrib Oil; Cara Pharmacy Ballinamore; Aalba Foot Clinic, Carrick; Paul Byron Carrick; CK Taxi Services, McDevitts Chemist, Ballinamore; Mulveys of Carrick; Enhance Beauty Treatment, Ballinamore; Kieran Smith Stands, Ballinamore; Carrick Sports Complex; Reflections Beauty Clinic, Mohill; Michael Scallon Butchers; King & Moffatt, Carrick; Elverys Sports, Carrick; Gerard Stenson, Mohill; Ballymote Golf Club Green Fees; Seaweed Bath in Salthill. and some smaller prizes donated by clubs. With 30% of the ticket sales to be returned to the clubs, there is a great incentive to clubs to maximise their ticket sales. Tickets are still available from all clubs at a cost of ââ¬10 or three for ââ¬20.  Under 13 Development Squad: The squad enjoyed a great series of games against the Longford Development Squad on Saturday morning last in Ballinamore. An interested spectator at the matches was Pat McWeeney who was recently reappointed as Under 14 County Manager for 2011 and will have been satisfied with the level of talent available to next year’s county team with a number of notable performances from players on the day. Thanks to everyone for their help on the day. Next Saturday will see the last of the Development Squad sessions for 2010 when we travel to Kilkerrin/Clonbeirne GAA club inÓgalway for games against Galway, Mayo and Roscommon. All players should note that there will be only one departure point and the bus will leave Glancys Carpark in Carrick at 8.30am (sharp) on Saturday morning and expect to be home around 5.00pm. Details of arrangements and requirements for the day have been sent to all club secretaries. County Underage Presentation: On Friday night last our Under 14 and Minor teams attended a function in the Ramada Hotel, Drumshanbo to collect their All Ireland B Shield medals. Glitz and glamour was the theme for the night where a large crowd was in attendance to enjoy a wonderful meal and occasion as M.C. Bernadette Glancy ensured the smooth running of the event. he medals were presented by county players Sharon Kerrigan and Colin Regan, both of whom gave very inspiring speeches to the girls. Other speakers included Pat McWeeney, Manager of the Under 14 team and Deirdre Ward, selector with the Minor team. Both management teams were obviously very fulsome of their praise of the girls for their contribution and success during the year and a special thanks was reserved for all of the parents for their commitment to getting players to training during the year. Vanessa Gallogly, captain of the minor team, spoke on behalf of all of the players and presentations were made by captain Ailbhe Clancy to the under 14 management of Pat McWeeney, Kieran Moran, Bernadette McLoughlin, Geraldine McWeeney and Mary Bohan and by Vanessa Gallogly to the minor management of Miceal Bohan and Deirdre Ward. Ray O’Connor, Chairman and Patricia Bohan, Development Officer spoke on behalf of the County Board. After the formal presentations, the players got an opportunity to show off their dancing skills until late into the night.  Under 16 Final: The last game of the season was played on Saturday last as Drumkeeran defeated Gortlettragh on a scoreline of 5 ââ 9 to 0-4 in the Under 16 9 a Side final.  GAA Coaching Conference: 8th annual GAA Games Development Conference will take place on Saturday 4th December in Croke Park. This year’s theme is âËCoaching Children: Building a Platform for Lifelong Involvement in gaelic Games’. The cost of attending is ââ¬50 and information on the speakers, presentations, practical workshops and booking details are available at http://www.gaa.ie/coaching-and-games-development/conferences or www.ladiesgaelic.ie Leitrim Ladies Annual Convention: A reminder that the 2010 Convention will take place on Sunday week next 28th November.
16-Nov-10 by Ladies PRO
Under 13 Development Squad
Ladies16-Nov-10 by Ladies PRO
Date for Coiste Chontae Liatroma Awards night
GeneralOur Annual Awards night will take place on Friday 28th January, 2011 in the Bush Hotel. Clubs are requested to keep this date free and not to fix club activities on the night. The recipients who have been selected by the various committees will receive their awards on the night. The categories are:-
Jim Lynch Hall of Fame
County Player of Year
Club Player of Year
Referee of Year
Club Grounds of Year
Minor Player of Year
U 16 Player of Year
Coiste na nÓg Referee of Year
County Hurler of Year
Club Hurler of Year
Young Hurler of Year
Lady Handballer of Year
Juvenile Handballer of Year
Junior Handballer of Year
Senior Handballer of Year
14-Nov-10 by Colette Fox – PRO
Donegal to stage major Gaelic Games Conference
GeneralSome of the countrys leading GAA Managers, coaches, players and sports scientists will be brought together for this event. The key aim of the conference is to provide opportunities for people who want to increase their knowledge with regards to coaching Gaelic games. Over the course of the event, a number of high-level speakers will share their knowledge and experiences in managing, coaching, playing and supporting Gaelic games teams."
2010 All-Ireland senior football and hurling team Managers – Conor Counihan and Liam Sheedy, as well as past All-Ireland winning Manager, Joe Kernan will be guest speakers.
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On the coaching end Paddy Tally, trainer of the 2003 Tyrone All-Ireland winning team, Pat Flanagan, who trained Kerry to two All-Ireland titles in 2004 and 2006 and Mick McGurn, the current Armagh senior team trainer who has the unique honour of training three national senior Irish teams in different codes will all be in attendance.
This conference will also offer insights from former elite players such as Peter Canavan, who will discuss good forward play and Darragh O Se, who will speak on winning the midfield sector in the modern game, his career with Kerry and how his skills were developed at underage level. Former Armagh goalkeeper, Benny Tierney, will look at the importance of kick-outs, how this area has changed over the last few decades, and where he sees the game moving forward.
Sports science has a huge part to play in the preparation of players – both physically and mentally. Dr Sharon Madigan will deal with the issue of sports nutrition for players. Dr Kevin Moran will address the important issue of medically screening players. DeclanÓgamble (Sports Institute of Northern Ireland) will discuss the physiological demands ofGaelic football and propose training exercises and drills that address these demands.
For further information on the conference and to book a place, log on to www.achieveconsultancy.com, or check out attached press release and downloadable booking form.
13-Nov-10 by Colette Fox – PRO
CHANGE OF VENUE FOR U16 CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL
Coiste na nÓgThe venue for the U16 15aside championship final between Drumreilly and Drumkeerin has been changed to Fenagh. Throw-in is still at 12noon.
12-Nov-10 by Colette Fox – PRO
GAA Games Development Conference
DevelopmentThe GAA Games Development Conference 2010 was recently launched in Croke Park by representatives of all of the GAA family of games.
Conference Theme:
Coaching Children: Building a Platform for Lifelong Involvement in gaelic games
Some of the top names in gaelic Games coaching will be involved in the GAA”s annual National Games Development Conference – “Coaching Children: Building a Platform for Lifelong Involvement in gaelic games” – which will take place on Saturday December 4th, in Croke Park. This is the 8th annual Conference, and aims to address issues related to the underage player that are of most concern and interest to members of the GAA community.
Run as a partnership between all of the Gaelic games Associations, and sponsored by Lucozade Sport, the conference will offer the 450 delegates attending an opportunity to access talks relating to key coaching issues in hurling/camogie, Gaelic football/Ladies Gaelic football, Handball and Rounders.
Mickey Whelan of Dublin, who will be joined by Professor Niall Moyna, Dublin City university, DJ Carey and Paudie Butler (National Hurling Development Coordinator) will be among the speakers during the event, while Des Ryan (IRFU Fitness Education Manager), and Jim White (Author and Journalist) will provide a unique perspective on coaching issues currently affecting Gaelic games.
Head of Physical Education at Marino Institute of Education, Caitriona Cosgrave, will address issues relating to the development of Gaelic games through the Primary School Physical Education curriculum, Bruce Wadrop (Waterford Institute of Technology) will present on ‘€’Fuelling Our Play” and a host of diverse topics will be addressed by an impressive range of speakers including Liam O”Neill (Chairman of the National Games Development Committee), Edward Coughlan (Liverpool John Moores University) and Cavan footballer Nicholas Walsh.
Launching the Conference, Ard Stiúrthóir, Páraic Duffy siad ‘€'”The central theme of this year”s Conference will emphasise the importance of the child player within the family of Gaelic games. Ensuring that all players in our Clubs and Primary Schools, regardless of their level of ability are provided with the opportunities to develop is a key component of what the GAA is all about and I”m looking forward to hearing from a number of the expert speakers on how this can be achieved. We are committed to developing this area in conjunction with our sister Associations, Camogie, Handball, Ladies Gaelic football and Rounders, each of which contributes to the overall development of our players”
Supporting the Conference for the third successive year, Siobhain Glennon, Lucozade Sport said: “We are delighted to be involved in this important event once again. As with all such Lucozade Sport sponsorships, the initiative underlines our commitment to the promotion of healthy, balanced lifestyles throughout Ireland and it celebrates our passion for Gaelic sport. The GAA has brought together an impressive line up of experts for this Conference and I am confident that together, we can make a real difference”.
Reflecting the partnership approach in the organisation of this years Conference, Sinead Ó Connor (Ard Stiúrthóir, Camogie), Tony Hannon (President, GAA Handball0, Pat Quill (President, Ladies Gaelic Football Association), Joe O”Donaghue (President, Rounders Association) and Margaret Cunningham (Chair, Cumann na mBunscol Náisiúnta) were also in attendance.
The list of speakers represents the most impressive gathering of individuals involved with coaching and games development ever assembled for an event of this nature and there is already massive interest in the conference.
In addition to a comprehensive conference speaker programme, delegates will also be given the opportunity to view practical demonstrations of each of the Gaelic games delivered by expert coaches including Damien Coleman (Connacht Hurling Development Manger), Caroline Murray (Galway Senior Camogie team), William Harmon (Ladies Gaelic Football Regional Development Officer), John Dillon (Kerry Junior Football Manager), Owen Mooney and Teresa McGirr (both Fermanagh). This will form part of an extensive purpose built demonstration area within the Davin Stand.
The cost of attending is €50 and further information on registering to attend the conference can be obtained by phone at 01-8658625, by emailing gamesdevelopment@gaa.ie or at www.gaa.ie
Booking for the Conference is now open and can be done in two ways – using the booking form as part of the brochure or online. Those interested can click here for a copy of the brochure programme and the booking form.
It is also possible to reserve a place online through the following link: https://oss.ticketmastereurope.com/html/pack_planlist.htmI?l=EN&CNTX=&team=gaa&selID=369
11-Nov-10 by Colette Fox – PRO
Carrigallen secure first ever U21 B Championship Title
Club FootballCarrigallen were crowned U21 B Champions when they defeated a battling Bornacoola side on a scoreline of 2-10 to 1-9 in Cloone last Saturday. Carrigallen last won the U21 A Title as Carrigallen Harps in 1995 and they will hope that this title will propel them to bigger things on the Senior circuit in the coming years. Both teams had to compete with the elements and heavy downpours during the game left underfoot conditions difficult. Despite this, the game was very enjoyable and fiercely contested throughout. Bornacoola will point to the concession of goals in either half as contributing to their downfall on the day. However, they must be complemented on their battling qualities as they reduced a 9 point defecit at one stage to 4 at the final whistle. Carrigallen were worthy winners on the day and congratulations to them on their success.
11-Nov-10 by Colette Fox – PRO