The Leitrim Team to play Kildare shows 6 changes to the team that lined out against Roscommon in the Connacht Championship. Ciaran Egan at No 3 from the Gortletteragh Club makes his Championship debut.
1. Gareth Phelan (Gearóid Ó Faoláin) Melvin Gaels, Gaeil na Meilge
2. Dermot Reynolds (Diarmuid MacRaghnaill) St Marys, Naomh Muire
3. Ciaran Egan (Ciaran MacAodhagain) Gortletteragh, Gortleitreach
4. Daniel Beck (Domhnaill DeBeic) Mohill, Maothail
5. Wayne McKeon (Wayne MacEoin) Ballinamore Seán OHeslins
6. John McKeon (Capt) (Seán MacEoin) Drumreilly, Droim Oir Bhealaigh
7. Gary Reynolds (Garrai MacRaghnaill) Carrigallen, Carraig Alainn
8. Tomas Beirne (Tomas Ó Beirn) Eslin, Aislinne
9. Shane Canning (Seán Ó Cainin) Mohill, Maothail
17. Ray Mulvey (Réamann Ó Maoilmhiaigh) St Marys, Naomh Muire
11. James Glancy (Seamus MacFhlannacha) Glencar/Manorhamilton
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12. Michael Foley (Michéal Ó Foghlú) Kilcock, Cill Choca
13. Philip Howard (Philib Ó hÍomhair) Bornacoola, Barr na Cúille
14. Declan Maxwell (Déaglán O Meiscil) Drumreilly, Droim Oir Bhealaigh
15. DeclanÓgilhooly (Deaglan MacGiolla hUallaigh) Allen Gaels, Gaeil na hAilne
16. Enda Lyons (Eanna De Leon) Carrigallen, Carraig Alainn
18. Dermot Reynolds (Diarmuid MacRaghnaill) Annaduff, Eanach Dubh
19. Paddy Maguire (Padraig Mag Uidhir) Glencar/Manorhamilton
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20. James Glancy (Seamus MacFhlannacha) St Marys, Naomh Muire
21. Shane Foley (Seán Ó Foghlú) Kiltubrid, Cill Tiobraid
22. Barry Prior (Barra Mac an Phriora) Aughawillan, Achadh Mhaoileann
23. Darren Sweeney (Darren MacSuibhne) Glencar/Manorhamilton
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24. Clifford Richardson (Clifford MacRisteard) Carrigallen, Carraig Alainn
25. Keith Moran (Ceit Ó Morain) Lucan, Sarsfields, Na Sáirséalaigh Leamhcáin
26. Colm Clarke (Colm Ó Cleirigh) Drumkeerin, Droim Caorthainn
27. David OConnor (Daibhid Ó Conchubhair) Bornacoola, Barr na Cúille
28. BrendanÓgallagher (Brendán Ó Gallachoir) Lucan, Sarsfields, Na Sáirséalaigh Leamhcáin
29. Ray Cox (Reamoinn Mac an Choiligh) Annaduff, Eanach Dubh
30. Kevin Conlon (Caoimhin O Conluain) Dromahair, Druim Da Eithiar
31. Owen Ward Eoghan Mac an Bhaird Carrigallen, Carraig Alainn
07-Jul-10 by Colette Fox – PRO
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Leitrim Senior Junior and U-21 ManOgement 2011
County FootballCoiste Chontae Liatroma is pleased to announce the appointment of Mickey Moran as Leitrim Senior, Junior and u-21 team Manager for 2011. His appointment was ratified at a meeting of Coiste Chontae Liatroma in Carrick on Shannon tonight.
After much deliberation John Morrison has decided not to remain on as part of the Leitrim Management team for 2011 and will pursue his well established interest in GAA coaching. Johns coaching expertise will be available to Leitrim clubs and County teams into the future.
Coiste Chontae Liatroma wishes to extend its appreciation to John, for his commitment, expertise and professionalism to our county over the past two years.
04-Aug-10 by Colette Fox – PRO
Minor and U14 Championship continues
Coiste na nÓgMinor:
This week sees round 3 of the minor championship, take note games changed to Tuesday evening for this week. Unfortunately our county minors were beaten by a stronger Mayo outfit in early July and are now in the last four of the minor championship after a 2 point win over Offaly on Saturday last, but the intense training our county minors got should result in some good battles at club level.
In minor A St Francis and Garadice Gaels top the table with 4 points each with Oughteragh Gaels next on 2 points, inÓgroup B its Dromahair and Melvin Gaels on 3 points and Drumkerrin and Carrigallen each on 2 points and inÓgroup C its Glenfarne/Kilty and Fenagh-St Caillins who are on top with 4 points and Gortletteragh next with 2 points. In all grades some teams have only one game played so the table could change many times before the championship is complete.
The under 14 championship sees round 4 take place this week. In the 15 aside Sean O Heislins and Annaduff are on top with 6 points and Mohill next on 4 points, in the 13 aside Drumreilly are well ahead with 8 points followed by Kiltubrid and Melvin Gaels on 4 points and in 11 aside Aughnasheelin are on 5 points , Cloone on 4 and Leitrim Gaels on 3 points and again not all clubs have all their games played so the next few games will be must win ones for many clubs.
02-Aug-10 by Barbara – PRO – Coiste na nÓg
Ladies Football News
LadiesLeitrim Minors
Congratulations to our Leitrim ladies minor team and management of Michael Bohan and Deirdre Ward who beat Fermanagh to win the All Ireland B shield on Saturday last on a score line of 4-8 to 3-5. Well done to Michelle Guckian who was chosen as Player of the Match
Leitrim Senior Ladies
The Leitrim senior ladies take on Tyrone this Sunday, August 1st in the first round of the All Ireland Senior Championship. Time and venue to be confirmed.
Fixtures for this week:
Intermediate 9 aside Final
Friday July 30th 2010 7.30 pm, Leitrim Village, Sean OHeslins v Glencar/ Manorhamilton
Division 3 League
Sunday August 1st 2010 12pm Drumkeeran v Eslin
Sunday August 1st 2010 12pm Cloone v St. Josephs
Sunday August 1st 2010 12pm Fenagh v Dromahair
Sunday August 1st 2010 12pm Aughnasheelin v Aughawillan
Sunday August 1st 2010 12pm Allen Gaels v Kiltubrid
29-Jul-10 by Sinead Fowley
Gallogly Catering All County Leagues
Club FootballWith the August Bank Holiday weekend approaching and Championship now taking centre stage now is an opportune time to take a look at the current standing of teams within the All County Leagues.
ACL LEAGUE DIVISION 1
12 teams compete in Division 1. The majority of teams have played 8 games with only Mohill and Melvin Gaels with a game in hand on 7 played. League holders Glencar Manorhamilton are currently ideally placed at the top of the table with 12 points. In hot pursuit on 11 points are Carrigallen, Mohill (1 game in hand), St. Marys and Annaduff. Realistically, any of these teams could yet make the top two and challenge for the league honours. Mid-table on 8 points sees neighbours Drumreilly and Aughawillan. While both are still in contention for a top placing this current Scóring average should at least see them safe. The next four teams are very closely positioned with Dromahair on 7 points, Sean O’Heslins on 6, Melvin Gaels on 5 and Allen Gaels second from the bottom on 4 points. Kiltubrid prop up the table with no points from eight outings and they will rely on results if they are to survive relegation. Interestingly, two of Kiltubrid’s remaining 3 fixtures are against Melvin Gaels and Allen Gaels. Two teams will be relegated to Division 2 and with it all to play for at the top and a number of teams at the bottom, this division will go down to the wire.
ACL LEAGUE DIVISION 2
10 teams compete in Division 2 with nine of them first string teams and Glencar Manorhamilton the only second string team. Although the league fixtures are not yet complete, it is already known that both Bornacoola on 15 points from 8 outings and Glenfarne/Kiltyclogher on 14 points from 9 outings are promoted to Division 1 next year. They will contest the League Final at a later date. Well done to both clubs on securing Division 1 status next year. Mid-table sees both Gortletteragh and Aughnasheelin. Both clubs performed admirably and are safe with 10 points and Gortletteragh have one game left to play. Eslin are currently in 5th place on 6 points but do have 3 remaining fixtures to fulfill. Glencar Manorhamilton and Aughavas are also currently locked on 6 points with Eslin and both have one remaining fixture. These 3 teams will be hoping to win their remaining games to avoid the relegation zone. The bottom 3 teams are Drumkeerin, Cloone and Ballinaglera. Ballinaglera are currently bottom with two points from 7 games. Drumkeerin do have a game in hand over the other two but 2 of their remaining 3 fixtures are against Cloone and Ballinaglera. With two teams to be relegated, all 3 will hope to win their remaining games and hope others slip up if they are to avoid the drop.
ACL LEAGUE DIVISION 3
10 teams contest Division 3 and the league is finalised with Bornacoola and Fenagh promoted to Division 2 next year. Well done to Fenagh who were crowned Division 3 winners when they edged out Bornacoola in the league final by the narrowest of margins (0-8 to 0-7) on the 10th of July. Mohill, St. Mary’s, Annaduff, Kiltubrid, Sean O’ Heslins, Gortletteragh and Allen Gaels will remain in Division 3 next year and will be joined by the two relegated teams from Division 2. Drumkeerin were unfortunate to be relegated to Divison 4 next year while Leitrim Gaels were promoted to this division from Division 4.
ACL LEAGUE DIVISION 4
Division 4 consists of 12 teams. The league was finalised last weekend with St Marys and Leitrim Gaels contesting the league final. Leitrim Gaels emerged victorious after a replay with a one point win. The Leitrim Gaels team are now promoted to Division 3 while St Marys cannot be promoted as they already have a team competing in Division 3. At the other end of the table Ballinaglera were relegated and will play in Division 5 next year. Carrigallen, Melvin Gaels, Glencar Manor, Annaduff, Aughnasheelin, Dromahair, Aughavas, Allen Gaels and Aughawillan all survived and will remain as Division 4 teams next year along with newly promoted Leitrim Gaels from Division 5 and relegated Division 3 team Drumkeerin.
ACL LEAGUE DIVISION 5
Division 5 is made up of 13 teams and there is no relegation. This Division is now complete as of last weekend and congratulations to Leitrim Gaels who completed the Division 4 and Division 5 League doubles by defeating neighbours St Marys again in this Final by 2 points. While Leitrim Gaels can be promoted, St Marys must remain in this Division as a Club cannot have two teams in the same Division. Interestingly, both teams were equally matched with 20 points and had the same for/against total. St. Mary’s, Mohill, Kiltubrid, Glenfarne/Kilty, Drumreilly, Bornacoola, Fenagh, Cloone, Gortlettragh, St Osnatts, Sean O’Heslins and Eslin will be joined by the Division 4 relegated team Ballinaglera next year.
Full credit to the CCC for having the league competitions finalised in Division 3,4 and 5 and so well advanced in others.
27-Jul-10 by Colette Fox – PRO
Coaching & Games Newsletter
CoachingCoaching & Games Newsletter
Football
Development squads
Under 15
Training will continue on Saturday next July 17th in Ballinaglera commencing at 11am.
Under 16
Fr. Manning Cup.
The Fr. Manning Cup competition for our U-16 development squad will commence this evening, Wednesday July 14th in the Fr. Manning Gaels GAA complex, Drumlish, commencing at 6.15pm with games against Offaly & Westmeath and continue on Wednesday July 28th with games against Longford & Sligo. (Please note change of venue) The following are bus routes and times for both dates.
Manorhamilton – Bee Park 4.15pm, Factory Turn 4.30pm, Drumkeerin 4.45pm, Drumshanbo 5.00pm, Ck-on-Shannon 5.15pm, Dromod – Bornacoola GAA pitch 5.30
Ballinamore – Square 5.00pm, Mohill 5.20pm, Dromod – Bornacoola GAA pitch 5.30
Ted Webb Blitz
The first round of the Ted Webb will take place on Saturday July 17th in Castlebar commencing at 12 noon, with the finals taking place on Monday August 2nd in Ballyhaunis.
Bus route as follows
Manorhamilton – Bee Park 8.45, Factory Turn 9.00, Drumkeerin 9.15, Drumshanbo 9.30, Ck – on – Shannon – Bush Hotel car park 9.45.
National Blitz Day
National blitz day takes place on Saturday July 24th with our under 15 squad playing in Monaghan and our under 16 squad playing in Breffni 3G park in Cavan.
Hurling
GO GAMES U10/12 BLITZ
Please note the rearranged dates for the remaining club blitzes are as follows:
1. Saturday 24th July – Carrick
2. Saturday 14th August – Gortletragh/ Balinamore
Note: Again if clubs feel that they dont have enough numbers to field a full team on the day, please bring along whatever numbers you have so that we can mix up the teams to have a few matches between ourselves at least.
U14 CLUB SUPERTOUCH BLITZ
New dates fixed for the U14 Club blitz days are as follows:
1. Saturday 21st of August – Balinamore
2. Saturday 4th September – Carrick
3. Saturday 11th September – Manorhamilton
COUNTY under 16 development squad
The under 16 squad play Sligo on this Friday, July 16th in Calry commencing at 7pm.
Bus route & times as follows.
Ballinamore – Square 4.45pm, Ck-on-Shannon – Fire station 5.15pm, Manorhamilton – Bee Park 6.00pm
COUNTY MINOR TEAM
The minor squad will take part in a championship in Fermanagh on Saturday July 31st. Teams from Fermanagh, Sligo & Longford will take part.
COUNTY U21 TEAM
The first round of the Connaught U21 championship is fixed for Wednesday August 4th. We play Mayo with the game fixed for a Leitrim venue.
PAUDIE BUTLER COACHING WORKSHOPS
2nd date: 30th & 31st of July – U16 development squad training
In conjunction with the under 16 squad sessions, Paudi will conduct a foundation hurling course so we are asking all coaches to avail of this opportunity to complete the course. Coaches who have completed the football foundation course will only have to complete the practical part of the hurling course.
Again please make an extra effort to attend and get others to attend also as we seen from the last night that its a very enjoyable evenings training where everyone picks up small little things all the time.
Vhi GAA Cul camps.
Our Vhi GAA cul camps continue this week with camps in Kinlough, Drumshanbo and Dromod and delighted to report great turnout at all venues.
Next weeks camps will take place in Aughavas, Gortletteragh and Dromahair. Places are still available at all our camps.
Registration
We would ask all those planning to attend our remaining Vhi GAA cul camps to please book without delay using either the online system or the application form distributed.
Full details off the online booking system are also available from www.leitrimgaa.ie or www.gaa.ie. Just click on the Vhi GAA cul camp link.
For further information on any of the above contact Games Manager Thomas Keenan.
Ph: 087 – 6591049
email: thomas.keenan.gm.leitrim@gaa.ie
15-Jul-10 by Thomas Keenan
Coaching and Games Newletter
CoachingCoaching & Games Newsletter
Football
National Feile
Congrats to the Gortletteragh under 14 team who won a National feile title in Derry on Sunday last. Evan Ward completed a great weekend when he won the divisional skills award and went very close to winning the overall title loosing out in the final by a few points.
Development squads
Under 15
Training recommences on Monday next July 12th in Ballinaglera commencing at 7pm.
Under 16
Training continues on Saturday next in Kiltubrid at 10.30am in preparation for up coming games in the Fr. Manning & Ted Webb competitions.
Fr. Manning Cup.
The Fr. Manning Cup competition for our U-16 development squad will commence on Wednesday July 14th with games against Offaly & Westmeath and continue on Wednesday July 28th with games against Longford & Sligo in Longford Slashers Michael Fay Park commencing at 6.15pm. The following are bus routes and times for both dates.
Manorhamilton – Bee Park 4.15pm, Factory Turn 4.30pm, Drumkeerin 4.45pm, Drumshanbo 5.00pm, Ck-on-Shannon 5.15pm, Dromod – Bornacoola GAA pitch 5.30
Ballinamore – Square 5.00pm, Mohill 5.20pm, Dromod – Bornacoola GAA pitch 5.30
Ted Webb Blitz
The first round of the Ted Webb will take place on Saturday July 17th in Castlebar commencing at 12 noon, with the finals taking place on Monday August 2nd in Ballyhaunis. Travel arrangements next week.
National Blitz Day
National blitz day takes place on Saturday July 24th with our under 15 squad playing in Monaghan and our under 16 squad playing in Breffni 3G park in Cavan.
Hurling
GO GAMES U10/12 BLITZ
Thanks to everyone involved for helping out at the last U10/12 blitz in Manorhamilton on the 20th of June.
The next blitz is fixed for Kiltubrid on this Saturday the July 10th, again starting at 10.00am.
Please note the rearranged dates for the remaining club blitzes are as follows:
1. Saturday 24th July – Carrick
2. Saturday 14th August – Gortletragh/ Balinamore
Note: Again if clubs feel that they dont have enough numbers to field a full team on the day, please bring along whatever numbers you have so that we can mix up the teams to have a few matches between ourselves at least.
U14 CLUB SUPERTOUCH BLITZ
New dates fixed for the U14 Club blitz days are as follows:
1. Saturday 21st of August – Balinamore
2. Saturday 4th September – Carrick
3. Saturday 11th September – Manorhamilton
COUNTY under 14 School of excellence.
The U14 team took part in the Connaught Hurling Blitz in Carnmore, Galway on Saturday week last. They played three matches and competed well in all three, considering there were no players available from the Ballinamore club due to feile. Thanks to Pauric McWeeney and Patrick McGoldrick for taking the team over and looking after them for the day.
The squad will have a break until the 31st of August due to the U14 football championship taking place over the next few weeks.
COUNTY under 16 development squad
The first under 16 session is set for July 23rd. Full details next week
COUNTY MINOR TEAM
We are down to play Sligo in the first round of the minor championship next Saturday July 10th. Venue & time to be confirmed.
COUNTY U21 TEAM
The first round of the Connaught U21 championship is fixed for Monday August 2nd. We play Mayo with the game fixed for a Leitrim venue.
PAUDIE BUTLER COACHING WORKSHOPS
2nd date: 30th & 31st of July – U16 development squad training
In conjunction with the under 16 squad sessions, Paudi will conduct a foundation hurling course so we are asking all coaches to avail of this opportunity to complete the course. Coaches who have completed the football foundation course will only have to complete the practical part of the hurling course.
Again please make an extra effort to attend and get others to attend also as we seen from the last night that its a very enjoyable evenings training where everyone picks up small little things all the time.
Vhi GAA Cul camps.
Our Vhi GAA cul camps commenced this week with camps in Manorhamilton, Aughawillan and Ck – on – Shannon.
Next weeks camps will take place in Dromod (Bornacoola GAA pitch), Kinlough and Drumshanbo. Places are still available at all our camps.
Congratulations
The winner of the last free place on this years Vhi GAA Cul camps is Niamh OBrien, Rossan, Aughavas. Leitrim GAA would like to congratulate all the winners and thank all those who entered the competitions each week. Thanks again to the Leitrim Observer and especially John Connolly for running the competition each week.
Registration
We would ask all those planning to attend our Vhi GAA cul camps this July to please book without delay using either the online system or the application form distributed.
Full details off the online booking system are also available from www.leitrimgaa.ie or www.gaa.ie. Just click on the Vhi GAA cul camp link.
For further information on any of the above contact Games Manager Thomas Keenan.
Ph: 087 – 6591049
email: thomas.keenan.gm.leitrim@gaa.ie
07-Jul-10 by Colette Fox – PRO
Leitrim Team to play Kildare announced
County FootballThe Leitrim Team to play Kildare shows 6 changes to the team that lined out against Roscommon in the Connacht Championship. Ciaran Egan at No 3 from the Gortletteragh Club makes his Championship debut.
1. Gareth Phelan (Gearóid Ó Faoláin) Melvin Gaels, Gaeil na Meilge
2. Dermot Reynolds (Diarmuid MacRaghnaill) St Marys, Naomh Muire
3. Ciaran Egan (Ciaran MacAodhagain) Gortletteragh, Gortleitreach
4. Daniel Beck (Domhnaill DeBeic) Mohill, Maothail
5. Wayne McKeon (Wayne MacEoin) Ballinamore Seán OHeslins
6. John McKeon (Capt) (Seán MacEoin) Drumreilly, Droim Oir Bhealaigh
7. Gary Reynolds (Garrai MacRaghnaill) Carrigallen, Carraig Alainn
8. Tomas Beirne (Tomas Ó Beirn) Eslin, Aislinne
9. Shane Canning (Seán Ó Cainin) Mohill, Maothail
17. Ray Mulvey (Réamann Ó Maoilmhiaigh) St Marys, Naomh Muire
11. James Glancy (Seamus MacFhlannacha) Glencar/Manorhamilton
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12. Michael Foley (Michéal Ó Foghlú) Kilcock, Cill Choca
13. Philip Howard (Philib Ó hÍomhair) Bornacoola, Barr na Cúille
14. Declan Maxwell (Déaglán O Meiscil) Drumreilly, Droim Oir Bhealaigh
15. DeclanÓgilhooly (Deaglan MacGiolla hUallaigh) Allen Gaels, Gaeil na hAilne
16. Enda Lyons (Eanna De Leon) Carrigallen, Carraig Alainn
18. Dermot Reynolds (Diarmuid MacRaghnaill) Annaduff, Eanach Dubh
19. Paddy Maguire (Padraig Mag Uidhir) Glencar/Manorhamilton
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20. James Glancy (Seamus MacFhlannacha) St Marys, Naomh Muire
21. Shane Foley (Seán Ó Foghlú) Kiltubrid, Cill Tiobraid
22. Barry Prior (Barra Mac an Phriora) Aughawillan, Achadh Mhaoileann
23. Darren Sweeney (Darren MacSuibhne) Glencar/Manorhamilton
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24. Clifford Richardson (Clifford MacRisteard) Carrigallen, Carraig Alainn
25. Keith Moran (Ceit Ó Morain) Lucan, Sarsfields, Na Sáirséalaigh Leamhcáin
26. Colm Clarke (Colm Ó Cleirigh) Drumkeerin, Droim Caorthainn
27. David OConnor (Daibhid Ó Conchubhair) Bornacoola, Barr na Cúille
28. BrendanÓgallagher (Brendán Ó Gallachoir) Lucan, Sarsfields, Na Sáirséalaigh Leamhcáin
29. Ray Cox (Reamoinn Mac an Choiligh) Annaduff, Eanach Dubh
30. Kevin Conlon (Caoimhin O Conluain) Dromahair, Druim Da Eithiar
31. Owen Ward Eoghan Mac an Bhaird Carrigallen, Carraig Alainn
07-Jul-10 by Colette Fox – PRO
Ticket Information
County FootballTickets for the match will be on sale at the venue so supporters are advised to arrive early to avoid possible delays.
07-Jul-10 by Colette Fox – PRO
Feile success for two Leitrim Clubs
Coiste na nÓgCoiste Chontae Liatroma extends congrats to Gortletteragh and Ballinamore SOH who claimed victory at the recently held Feile na nÓg and Feile na nGael Finals held in Derry and Clare respectively.
Gortletteragh Footballers powered to victory having built up an early lead with the advantage of the wind in the 1st half. They never looked in any danger in the 2nd half despite Kildares Robertstowns spirited performance. Final score Div 6 Final – Gortletteragh 3-10, Robertstown 1-2. Meanwhile Ballinamore SOH U14 Hurlers created history by becoming the 1st Leitrim team in the 40 year history of Feile na nGael to win at the Feile competition. The team beat Old Christians from Limerick in the Division 6 Final on a scoreline of Ballinamore SOH 2-2 to Old Christians 0-3.
In recent years Leitrim Clubs such as Drumreilly boys and St Josephs girls have won titles at Feile and Ballinamore and Gortletteragh continued the tradition and in doing so do Club and County proud at National Level. Again well done to the teams and especially their mentors.
06-Jul-10 by Colette Fox – PRO
Intercounty Football News Update
County FootballHard luck to our minor football team who were defeated by Mayo on a scoreline of 2-12 to 1-7 in the Connacht Semi Final on Saturday evening in Markievicz Park.
Meanwhile the Senior team must prepare for a trip to Newbridge on this Saturday evening to take on Kildare in round 2 of the qualifiers. Kildare were most impressive
in seeing of Antrim in Casement Park last Saturday evening
g with an 8 point winning margin. Throw in time is 7pm in Newbrdge on Saturday evening.
04-Jul-10 by Colette Fox – PRO
CMFC – Leitrim v Mayo – Change of Throw-in
Coiste na nÓgPlease note change of time for throwin of Leitrim versus Mayo Minor game. Its now 4pm in Marcievicz Park, Sligo.
29-Jun-10 by Barbara – PRO – Coiste na nÓg
Leitrim on the road for Qualifiers Rd 2
County FootballThe draw for Round 2 of the GAA Football All-Ireland Qualifiers has thrown up a number of fascinating ties.
Leitrim will have to travel this year to either Newbridge or Casement Park for their next encounter which is in Round 2 of the qualifiers. Kildare and Antrim must fight it out this weekend in Casement park (fixture to be confirmed) in a replay of last Saturday evenings Round 1 drawnÓgame in Newbridge to determine Leitrims opposition. Earlier in the championship Kildare lost to Louth and Antrim lost to Tyrone in their respective provincial rounds.
Dublin, whose five-year unbeaten run in Leinster was ended by Meath on Sunday, face Tipperary at home.
Last years beaten All-Ireland finalists, Cork, have a home tie against Cavan, who earned their place in the draw with a stunning comeback win over Wicklow at Breffni Park on Saturday night.
The plum draw of the round sees Ulster rivals Fermanagh take on Armagh at Brewster Park in a repeat of the 2008 provincial final, which the Orchard County won after a replay.
GAA Football All-Ireland Qualifiers Round 2 Draw:
Kildare/Antrim v Leitrim
Dublin v Tipperary
Cork v Cavan
Offaly v Waterford
Galway/Sligo v Wexford
Fermanagh v Armagh
Down v Longford
Westmeath v Derry
Venues and throw-in times to be confirmed by the CCCC.
28-Jun-10 by Brendan Doyle – IT Officer / GAA.ie