Message of thanks from Kilglass GAA

Thanks to the clubs and members as well as the wider Leitrim community for all your support
throughout the campaign. The hard work paid off in the end.  Thanks to one and all involved in Leitrim GAA for supporting us in the campaign, it  is gratefully appreciated by everyone in Kilgass GAA Club.

An Runaí
Roisin Ni Ghallóglaigh (Rosaleen Cummins)
Kilglass GAA Club

 

 

02-Nov-10 by Colette Fox – PRO

Coaching and Games Newsletter

Coaching & Games Newsletter

Football

Schools of excellence/ Development squads

Under 14
Our under 14 school of excellence travelled to Monaghan on Saturday last and had an excellent workout with Monaghan with the game ending in a draw. Following a busy schedule over the last few weeks there will be a break this weekend. Next session will be on Saturday 13th.
Under 15
The game planned for last weekend had to be postponed due to weather but it is hoped to play Drumkeerin U-16s on Saturday next in Drumkeerin commencing at 11.00 am.
All players except those involved in the U-16 semi-final are asked to attend in Drumkeerin at 10.30am.
Under 17
Next group session for the U-17 squad will take place on Sunday November 21st.

Child Welfare & Protection Courses

We have now completed the four regional child welfare & Protection courses and would like to thank and congratulate all those who took part. Club officers should ensure that all personnel, working in any capacity no matter how small, with underage teams complete this course. A maximum of 18 people per course means that most clubs should hold a course for themselves.
Please note the course taking place on this Thursday evening, November 4th in Drumreilly hall is fully booked. This course will commence at 7pm.

Coach Education

Award 1
Our first award 1 course will take place in Pairc Sean Mac Diarmada over two weekends, Friday 12th & Saturday 13th and Friday 19th & Saturday 20th November. The new award 1 course is divided into three distinct strands, Child, Youth & Adult. Coaches must decide which strand they wish to complete and confirm this when booking for the course. Coaches wishing to attend must have foundation level completed and will be required to register for the course by Friday November 5th at the latest as places will be limited. The cost per person attending is €50. Subsequent award 1 courses will be scheduled depending on demand.

For further information on any of the above contact Games Manager Thomas Keenan.
Ph: 087 – 6591049
email: thomas.keenan.gm.leitrim@gaa.ie

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

02-Nov-10 by Colette Fox – PRO

Scór na mBunscoileanna

Scór na mBunscoileanna takes place this coming week with rounds in St Marys Hall, Carrick on Shannon on Thursday night and in Ballinamore on Friday night. Both evenings start at 6.00 sharp. Schools are reminded that dancing groups are to perform in their school uniforms and not in dancing costumes.

The schools taking part are as follows:
Thursday in Carrick: Drumcong, Carrick Marist Girls scool, Leitrim Village, Bornacoola and Carrigallen.

Friday in Ballinamore: Ballinamore Boys, Ballinamore Girls, Drumlea, Drumeela, Aughawillan, Aughnasheelin and Fenagh.

The North Leitrim event for schools is unfortunatly not going ahead this year, anyone from that area wishing to participate is welcome to take part on stage in Carrick on Thursday night the 4th November.

 Wishing all of the schools the very best of Luck.

 

 

01-Nov-10 by Claire Crossan – PRO – Scor

Eslin to contest Connacht Club Junior Football Championship Final

Eslin turned in a stout hearted performance to convincingly win their Connacht Club junior championship semi-final against Roscommon champions Ballinameen in Ballinamore on Sunday last for the first time in the clubs history.  Eslin (Leitrim) 2 – 9 , Ballinameen (Roscommon) 1 – 6

While man-of-the-match Conor Beirne turned in a trojan performance for the Eslin men when he scored 2 – 8 of the Mohill Half Parish sides total it was very evident that all of Beirnes colleagues also played a major part in the teams success such was their overall work-rate in this showdown.

Eslin contest the Connacht Junior Football Final this Sunday against Mayo side Parke at 2pm in McHale Park, Castlebar.  We wish the Club the very best of luck and hopefully they will be celebrating a Connacht title on Sunday evening.   

Eslin: Emmet Higgins, Gabriel Egan, Dermot Reynolds, Colin Turbitt, David Stenson Tomás Beirne, Pauric McNulty, Brian Higgins 0 – 1, Cormac Duignan, Paul Kilcrann, Shane Beirne, Ronan Reynolds, Eamon Stenson, Conor Beirne 2 – 8 (3f.), Barry Bohan. Subs Donnacha Reynolds for Kilcrann (39 mins.), Barry McLoughlin for Bohan (56 mins.).

Ballinameen: Declan Dwyer, Olvan McDermott, Declan Filan, David Wynne, Pádraig Cryan, Paul Kelly, Pádraig McDermott, Eoighan Keaveney, Aidan Cunningham, Ciarán Harrington, Alan Beirne, John Murtagh, Dessie Carlos 0 – 4(2f.), Peter Keane 1 – 1(pen.), Mark Ward 0 – 1. Subs Cathal Keaveney for Dwyer (43 mins.), Brian McDermott for Filan (50 mins.).

Referee: Declan Corcoran (Mayo.).

 

 

 

31-Oct-10 by Colette Fox – PRO

Kelloggs Field of Dreams

Congratulations to Kilglass GAA Club in Co Roscommon on winning the
Kelloggs Field of Dreams competition. The club can now look forward to
a makeover worth 100,000.

 

 

30-Oct-10 by Colette Fox – PRO

Division 1 and U21 Football

Glencar Manor and Annaduff will contest this years Division 1 Final after both recorded victories in the final round of games at the weekend. Glencar Manor (who had already qualified for the final entering the final round of games) finished top on 18 points with Annaduff 2nd on 15 points and although Mohill recorded a win against St Marys they just fell short into 3rd place on 14 points. Ballinamore will join Kiltubrid in Division 2 next year when they were defeated at home by Allen Gaels.

In the U21 A Football Championship Oughteragh Gaels bid for a three in a row was foiled by St Manchan”’s who defeated them by 3 points. Manchan”’s will now contest the final against last years beaten finalists St Mary”’s who defeated Glencar Manor by 3 points. By all accounts the two semi-finals were very exciting and evenly matched encounters so the final is sure to be a date for our diaries!

The U21 B Championship Cup will also have a new home this year after defending champions Melvin Gaels were defeated by Bornacoola. The competition has reached the semi final stages with Carrigallen playing Dromahair and Bornacoola playing Glenfarne Kilty this weekend.

 

 

28-Oct-10 by Colette Fox – PRO

Connacht Club Intermediate and Junior Football Semi Finals

Aughawillan make a welcome return to Connacht Club competition this weekend when they welcome near neighbours Strokestown for the eagerly awaited Connacht Club Intermediate Football Semi Final. Strokestown will have the advantage of having a game under their belt in the competition as they accounted for the Sligo Champions in the preliminary game. Aughawillan on the other hand have had a number of hard fought Senior league games since they were crowned Leitrim Intermediate Champions in September. The two clubs renew old acquaintances from the early 90s when the famous “battle of the fog” took place. Aughawillan have a proud club history in this competition and with a large Leitrim following they are sure to do Leitrim proud on Sunday. Throw-in at 2.30 in Ballinamore.

Eslin take on Ballinameen in the Connacht Club Junior Football semi final at 12.45 at the same venue. Ballinameen also have the advantage of winning their preliminary game against the Sligo Champions. Eslin are new comers to the competition and the trozan work they have undertook in recent years in developing underage structures is now reaping rewards. During the Celtic Tiger years they fielded underage teams for the first time in 50 years. This has proved a major factor in their recent success in the Leitrim Junior Championship. Last weekend they also qualified for the U21 A Championship Final as an amalgamation with neighbours Mohill under the banner of St Manchans. They have a fine mixture of youth and experience in their ranks and are a proud Leitrim Club who are sure to represent the County with distinction on Sunday.

Clar an Lae – Ballinamore

Connacht Club Junior Championship Semi Final:

Eslin (Leitrim Champions) V Ballinameen (Roscommon Champions) – Throw-in 12.45.

Connacht Club Intermediate Championship Semi Final:

Aughawillan (Leitrim Champions) V Strokestown (Roscommon Champions) – Throw-in 2.30.

Coiste Chontae Liatroma wishes both teams the best of luck on Sunday and urges Leitrim supporters to turn up in large numbers to support both teams.

 

 

27-Oct-10 by Collette Fox – County PRO

Coaching and Games Newsletter

Coaching & Games Newsletter

Football

Schools of excellence/ Development squads

Under 14
Our under 14 school of excellence travelled to BallinÓgarrigy on Saturday last and recorded an excellent victory over Westmeath on a score line of 2-17 to 2-04. Training continues on Saturday next at 2.30 pm in Ballinaglera.
Under 15
Training continues for the under 15 squad on Saturday next in Ballinaglera, commencing at 11.00 am. Clubs are asked to ensure players requested to attend do so.

Child Welfare & Protection Courses

As promised to those who completed the Foundation coaching course earlier in the year we are currently conducting child welfare and protection workshops at various locations throughout the County. The venue for this weeks course is Allen Gaels GAA centre, Drumshanbo. All coaches wishing to coach at any age group up and including minor grade must complete this course. Places are limited on each course so those wishing to attend must register in advance by contacting your club coaching officer or Thomas Keenan. The course in Kinlough on Wednesday October 27th has only a few places left so anyone wishing to attend should confirm their place without delay. Remaining courses are as follows.

Thursday October 21st – Allen Gaels GAA Centre
Wednesday October 27th – Melvin Gaels GAA club

Coach Education

Award 1
Our first award 1 course will take place in Pairc Sean Mac Diarmada over two weekends, Friday 12th & Saturday 13th and Friday 19th & Saturday 20th November. The new award 1 course is divided into three distinct strands, Child, Youth & Adult. Coaches must decide which strand they wish to complete and confirm this when booking for the course. Coaches wishing to attend must have foundation level completed and will be required to register for the course by Friday November 5th at the latest as places will be limited. The cost per person attending is €50. Subsequent award 1 courses will be scheduled depending on demand.

U-13 Regional competition
Start date for this competition has been fixed for this weekend, see fixtures for details. This competition is one of the recommendations from our structures review conducted last year and we would ask supporters to come out and support their regions. The following are the regional groupings and their names.

Annaduff / Bornacoola / Mohill / Eslin – Lough Erril Gaels
St.Marys / Leitrim Gaels / Kiltubrid / St.Caillins – Sheemore Gaels
Melvin Gaels / Glencar Manorhamilton / St.Osnats / Glenfarne – Glenade Gaels
Dromahair / Drumkeerin / Ballinaglera / Allen Gaels – Belhavel Gaels
Aughnasheelin / Ballinamore S. O. H / Drumreilly / Aughawillan – Yellow River Gaels
Carrigallen / Cloone / Aughavas / Gortletteragh – Leganamore Gaels

For further information on any of the above contact Games Manager Thomas Keenan.
Ph: 087 – 6591049
email: thomas.keenan.gm.leitrim@gaa.ie

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

22-Oct-10 by Colette Fox – PRO

Gallogly Catering ACL Division 1

The final round of games in the Gallogly Catering ACL Division 1 take place this weekend.

On Saturday, Kiltubrid play Dromahair and Aughawillan play Melvin Gaels. These teams are safe and these results will have no bearing on the battle for top two or relegation.

On Sunday, the remaining fixtures which present many varying outcomes on the top two/bottom two placings all throw in at 2.30 pm. Heading into Sundays games we already know that Glencar Manorhamilton have qualified for the Division 1 Final as they currently sit top on 16 points and cannot be caught. At the other end of the table Kiltubrid have been relegated to Division 2 next year.

In the battle for second place, three teams are currently tied in second place on 13 points – Carrigallen (+/- 61), St Marys (+/- 37) and Annaduff (+/- 4). Carrigallen obviously have a superior Scóring difference over the other two teams but face a difficult encounter at home against the County Champions Glencar Manorhamilton. Annaduff face an equally difficult encounter away to relegation threatened Drumreilly while St Marys are at home to Mohill (+/-33) who are on twelve points and can still finish 2nd if results go their way.

In the relegation zone three teams face an anxious afternoon. Ballinamore Sean OHeslins are currently 2nd from bottom on 7 points (-10) and they face Allen Gaels (-28) who are currently joint 3rd from bottom on 8 points. Drumreilly (-60) are locked with Allen Gaels on 8 points and as already mentioned they face Annaduff who will be desperately looking to secure a place in the final.

If teams are level on points at the conclusion of games the top two/bottom two will be decided as follows – head to head result if two teams tied and score difference if 3 or more tied. Head to Head results of possible relevance are as follows:

Head to head results – teams in contention for 2nd place finish

Carrigallen beat Annaduff (3-9 to 0-5)
Carrigallen beat Mohill (0-12 to 0-11)
St Marys beat Carrigallen (1-14 to 0-8)
Annaduff beat St Marys (2-12 to 2-10)
Annaduff beat Mohill (1-10 to 1-8)
(St Marys play Mohill this weekend)

Head to head results – teams in relegation battle

Drumreilly drew with Ballinamore Sean OHeslins (0-11 a-piece)
Drumreilly beat Allen Gaels (1-14 to 1-11)
(Ballinamore Sean OHeslins play Allen Gaels this weekend)

Mobile phones are sure to be busy between venues all afternoon but by Sunday evening we will know who will contest the Division 1 Final and who will be playing Division 2 next year.

 

 

22-Oct-10 by Colette Fox – PRO

U-13 Regional Football Competition

The U-13 Regional competition is one of the recommendations from our
Structure Review conducted last year and we would ask all supporters to
come out and support their regions. The following are the 6 regional groupings
and their names;

Annaduff/Bornacoola/Mohill/Eslin – Lough Erril Gaels.
St Marys/Leitrim Gaels/Kiltubrid/St Caillins – Sheemore Gaels.
Melvin Gaels/Glencar Manorhamilton/St Osnats/Glenfarne Kilty – Glenade Gaels.
Dromahair/Drumkeerin/Ballinaglera/Allen Gaels – Belhavel Gaels.
Aughnasheelin/Ballinamore SOH/Drumreilly/Aughawillan – Yellow River Gaels.
Carrigallen/Cloone/Aughavas/Gortletteragh – Leganamore Gaels.

All games take place at 11am this Saturday at the venues listed below;

Annaduff – Lough Erril Gaels V Sheemore Gaels.

Manorhamilton – Glenade Gaels V Belhavel Gaels.

Aughawillan – Yellow River Gaels V Leganamore Gaels.

 

 

20-Oct-10 by Colette Fox – PRO

Success for Dromahair Ladies in Connacht

Congratulations to Dromahair Ladies who captured the Connacht Intermediate Championship last Sunday in Breaffy Park, Castlebar defeating a strong Grainna Mhaols side 2-10 to 1-12. This is a fantastic achievement and well done to the panel and Manager Gerry Ballantyne.

 

 

20-Oct-10 by Leitrim Ladies

Under 13 Development Squad – Ladies

The squad will make their first outing when they travel to Lissen (Enniskillen) on Saturday to play against their Fermanagh counterparts. The bus route is confirmed as follows – 9.00am – Dromahair (The Blue Devon), 9.20am – Drumkeeran (GAA Pitch turn) , 9.40am – Drumshanbo (Car Park), 9.45am – Leitrim Village; 9.55am- Kiltubrid GAA Pitch; 10.15am – Depart Ballinamore (Sean OHeslins GAA Pitch)

 

 

20-Oct-10 by Sinead Fowley – Ladies PRO