Firstly this week a sincere thank you to Des Newton for a very interesting workshop on Wednesday evening last. Des conducted this workshop, even though his brother Paul was seriously ill in hospital. Thankfully, Paul is making steady progress and we wish him a full and speedy recovery. Also word of thanks to the Community school for the use of their facilities on the evening.
Hurling workshop – Wednesday 30/04/08 @ 8pm. – Ballinamore – Integrated Hurling fitness drills – Damien Coleman & Paudi Butler will conduct this workshop with the County senior hurlers and all coaches should ensure that they do not miss this opportunity to observe top class coaching and fitness training combined within a session.
Under 8 & 10 blitz club blitz.
The first of our under 8 & 10 blitz take place this Saturday, commencing at 10.30am approx.. Please note blitz are on a home and away basis so host club on Saturday will travel on Saturday week. Full list for Saturday as follows – host club named first.
Melvin Gaels & Dromahair, Fenagh & GlencarManor, Cloone & Aughavas, St. Osnats & Glenfarne, Annaduff & Gortletteragh, St.Mary’s & Allen Gaels, Aughnasheelin & Leitrim Gaels, Carrigallen & Mohill, Drumreilly & Sean O’Heslin’s, Kiltubrid, Carrigallen & Bornacoola.
Under 15 School of Excellence.
Following is a list of under 15 panel members who are asked to attend at the sports complex in Ck-on-Shannon on Saturday next at 11.00am.
Niall Quinn, Michael Mc Manus, Alan Mc Loughlin, James Hazlett, Alan Crossan, Brian Beirne, Conor Farrell, Roy Keenan, Shane Quinn, Patrick Mc Hugh, Conor Mc Kiernan, Andrew Gilligan, Anthony Mulligan, Ryan Higgins, Liam Cox, Keith Mc Gloin, Rory Kelly, Niall Woods, Michael Ferguson, Patrick Loughlin, John Conefrey, Aaron Beirne.
For any further information, please contact Terry Mc Manus 086-7355244.
Bus Routes. – Ballinamore 9.20, Carrigallen 9.40, Aughavas 9.50, Cloone 10.00, Mohill 10.10, Masonite 10.20, Complex 10.30.
Kinlough 9.10, Manorhamilton 9.30, Drumkeerin 9.50, Drumshanbo 10.10, Leitrim 10.20, Complex 10.30.
Hurling gear promotion.
To assist everybody interested in the promotion of hurling within the County, we have put together a very special deal with a number of suppliers of hurling gear and can now offer fully approved hurling helmets at the bargain price of € 50.00 each and full size hurley’s at € 14.00 each. Further information can be had by contacting Thomas Keenan 087-6591049 or Andrew Keary 087-7530888. Information leaflets will be distributed in both schools and clubs this week.
Fun Do Resource Pack.
Clubs and coaches are reminded that the new Fun Do packs are available from our offices in Pairc Sean, or by contacting Thomas Keenan 087-6591049. Packs are available for a limited time at the special price of €50 each.
Vhi GAA Cul Camps 2008
Application forms and information leaflets will have been distributed to all schools this week. We would urge parents to return their forms as quickly as possible as this will greatly assist with the smooth running of our camps. Following is the list of camp dates and venues.
Monday 30/06/2008 – Manorhamilton, Ck-on-Shannon, Aughawillan.
Monday 07/07/2008 – Kinlough, Drumshanbo, Mohill.(Bornacoola GAA grounds)
Monday 14/07/2008 – Aughavas, Gortletteragh, Dromahair.
Monday 21/07/2008 – Fenagh, Drumkeerin, Leitrim.
22-Apr-08 by Thomas Keenan
Connacht Junior Semi-final – Leitrim v Sligo – Report
County FootballLeitrim1-12 Sligo 2-7.
After 80 minutes of tense football Leitrim held their nerve to qualify for the Connacht Junior final with a 4 point win over neighbours Sligo in Páirc Seán Mac Diarmada on Friday evening. This game had to go to extra time as the teams were locked on points after normal time.
In the first half Leitrim lead all of the way through after a bright start with points from James Holohan and DeclanÓgilhooley. Sean Flannery for Sligo stood out and he registered 2 of Sligos 3 points from frees. Leitrim dominated the half adding 5 more scores 4 of which were from play while a goal from Flannery and another point was the quota from Sligo. Half time Leitrim 0-08 Sligo 1-03
The second half saw a Sligo resurgance and Leitrims first goal which came from James Holohan was neutralised by another Flannery goal for Sligo on the 14th minute. Points were exchanged by both teams through the half but a notable tally of 6 Sligo wides to Leitrims 2 told its own tale.
Leitrim scored their final point on the 28th minute and with 3 minutes of injury time to play had to try and hold out but Sligo held their nerve and came through in the dying seconds to put over the vital point to bring the game to extra time.
The 10 minutes each way was telling on players as both teams worked hard to make a head start. Leitrim scored first after 3 minutes followed again by Sligo 1 minute later. A Sligo wide by Flannery was followed by a Leitrim wide by Gilhooley. A second yellow for Noel Gaughan left Sligo struggling with 14 men as Leitrim went to the short half time break 1 point up thanks to a DeclanÓgilhooley free.
The second 10 minute half was all Leitrims and the extra man proved imperative as a fast move from defense to Karol Scollan who passed into the path of Gillhooley lead to a perfect goal and it was game over for Sligo.
A good all round performance from Leitrim justified the win with 5 of the 6 forwards getting on the scoreboard. Sligo playing some of the Senior squad tried hard but being reduced to 14 men left then struggling.
Leitrim Team:
C McCrann, W Gilgunn, D Flynn, L Ferguson, A Bohan, J MCGuinness, D Beck (0-1), D Lowe, N Doonan, M Quinn, D ODonnell (0-2), P McGowan (0-3), R Cox (0-4), D Gilhooley (1-4), J Holohan (1-1).
Sligo Team:
J Farrell, P McGuinness, K Carden, nÓgaughan, M McGowan, M Doddy, D McDonagh, S Henry, M Butler, P Wilson (0-1), E Cawley (0-3), D Davey, P Lyons (0-2), S Flannery (2-5), J Scanlon.
Referee: O Kelly (Roscommon)
03-May-08 by Brendan Doyle – PRO
Connacht Junior Championship – Leitrim v Sligo
County FootballBelow is the panel for the Connacht Junior Championship game against Sligo on Friday evening at 7pm. The winners of this game will play either Roscommon or Mayo in the Connacht Final on Sunday May 18th in Pearse Stadium as a warm up game to the Galway v Roscommon Senior Championship game.
The Junior Manager Martin McGowan is assisted by Jimmy Holohan and below is the full panel listed alphabetically by first name.
01-May-08 by Brendan Doyle – PRO
GAA launch 2008 SFC Championship
County FootballCaptains from the eight provincial finalists in last years Football Championship were at Croke Park on Tuesday at the official launch of this years GAA All-Ireland Football Championship, the first championship under the new multi-sponsor model introduced by the GAA.
Action on the pitch gets underway on the 11th May, with the meeting of New York and Leitrim in the Connacht Championship, and Longford and Westmeath in the Leinster Football Championship.
Croke Park will host its first championship action of 2008 on May 18th, with the Leinster Football Championship double-bill of Kildare v Wicklow and Meath v Carlow. Reigning Sam Maguire Cup holders, Kerry, commence their campaign on June 8th when they welcome Waterford or Clare to Killarney.
As well as the eight current captains, four legends of the game and All-Ireland winners over the past four decades were in Croke Park for the launch.
Ray Silke, Galway captain in 1998 was joined by Meath great Bernard Flynn, All-Ireland winner in 1988, the legendary Jack OShea who won the first of his seven titles with Kerry in 1978 and Seán ONeill, who won his third medal for Down in 1968. They were presented with framed photographs from the relevant championship year from the GAA and the three sponsors.
President Nickey Brennan officially welcomed the new sponsors on board, as he looked forward to another competitive Championship:
"We are delighted to have Toyota, Ulster Bank and Vodafone as our sponsors for the GAA Football Championship. They share our passion and commitment to the game, and we know our combined support for the championship will further enhance the profile of the game. We are delighted that sponsors of this stature are prepared to work with us in supporting our games."
"Action commences in less than two weeks time and we are all looking forward to a tremendous summer, culminating in the final of the All Ireland Football Championship on September 21 in Croke Park. I am certain that we will have a particularly competitive series of games with a number of counties emerging to challenge Kerry as they bid for their third Sam Maguire Cup in a row"
Continuing Mr. Brennan also made reference to the GAAs own promotional and advertising support plans for the Championship
"We will continue to use our very successful GAA Unrivalled campaign in our promotion of the GAA All Ireland Football Championship, with a comprehensive advertising, PR and promotional drive throughout the duration of the championship, in tandem with the promotional activities of our three sponsors"
Dave Shannon, Chief Executive, Toyota Ireland commented: "Toyota Ireland is looking forward to enhancing our long standing association with the GAA this year as one of the official sponsors of the Senior Football Championship.
"Throughout our affiliation we have always sought to promote and assist the GAA with our support, and look forward to playing our part in ensuring the Football Championship remains at the forefront of Irish Sporting life"
Cormac McCarthy, Chief Executive, Ulster Bank Group said: "We have supported the GAA on a variety of levels over the last number of years and we are delighted to be involved in one of the most sought after sports sponsorships in Ireland, the All Ireland Senior Football Championship. This new deal brings us to a completely different level in sports sponsorship."
He continued; "We have made no secret of our ambition to be the number one bank on the island of Ireland and we feel that the sponsorship of the GAA football Championship is consistent with that ambition. We look forward to making the 2008 GAA Football Championships a great success."
Vodafone Ireland Chief Executive Charles Butterworth said: "Vodafone has been proud to sponsor the GAA All Stars for the past 11 years. It has been a fantastic privilege to meet the players and their families every month and recognise their amazing achievements.
"We believe our close working relationship to date has been beneficial for both the GAA and Vodafone Ireland. The GAA Football Championship is across the country a key part of the lives of the many families, including those of the players and we look forward to continuing to recognise excellence in this new partnership."
30-Apr-08 by GAA.ie
All-Ireland nostalgia features inOgAA Museum events
GeneralThe GAA Museum is pleased to announce the publication of the latest edition of its Calendar of Events. This Calendar covers the period from May to August inclusive and contains information on a whole host of special events for all the family. Highlights for the month of May include a special photographic tutorial with renowned Podge Kelly, a childrens art workshop and three special Bealtaine Festival events.
Thursday 8th May, 19.00
The FUJIFILM Digital Camera Experience with Podge Kelly
This special camera tutorial, hosted by acclaimed Irish Photographer Podge Kelly, aims to show you how to take the best photographs in all lighting conditions. Whether youre new to digital photography or a seasoned pro come along and talk to Podge.
Saturday 10th May, 14.00 – 16.00
All Stars Art Attack- Fan Tastic!
Are you a true GAA fan? If so why not get creative and show your support for your team by designing and making your very own flag.
Wednesday 7th May & 14th May, 13.30
Bealtaine Festival- A Stroll Down Memory Lane
The GAA Museum invites you to take a stroll down memory lane on a special tour of Croke Park reliving the excitement of past All-Ireland glories with tour guide Annette Coyle.
Wednesday 21st May, 14.00- 16.00
Bealtaine Festival- Remember When…
Share your GAA memories in a special reminiscence workshop with Education Officer Selina ORegan. Also the GAA Museum Archivist will be on hand to give some advice on how best to look after your treasured GAA photographs or medals.
Further information and booking:
Further information available from Selina O Regan
Education Officer at the GAA Museum Tel (01) 8192361/8192323
Email soregan@crokepark.ie or visit www.gaa.ie/museum
30-Apr-08 by GAA.ie
Coaching News
CoachingHurling workshop – Wednesday 30/04/08 @ 7.30pm. – Ballinamore – Integrated Hurling fitness drills – Damien Coleman & Paudi Butler will conduct this workshop with the County senior hurlers and all coaches should ensure that they do not miss this opportunity to observe top class coaching and fitness training combined within a session. Any minor players not currently on the senior panel are very welcome to come along and take part in the session which will be very much skills based. Teachers and children wishing to attend the session are very welcome.
Under 8 & 10 blitz club blitz.
The second series of games in our under 8 & 10 blitz, will take place over the weekend, commencing at 10.30am approx. Some clubs may wish to change dates and times of their games so please check with your club for confirmation.
Hurling gear promotion.
To assist everybody interested in the promotion of hurling within the County, we have put together a very special deal with a number of suppliers of hurling gear and can now offer fully approved hurling helmets at the bargain price of € 50.00 each and full size hurley’s at € 14.00 each. Further information can be had by contacting Thomas Keenan 087-6591049 or Andrew Keary 087-7530888. Information leaflets will be distributed in both schools and clubs this week.
Fun Do Resource Pack.
Clubs and coaches are reminded that the new Fun Do packs are available from our offices in Pairc Sean, or by contacting Thomas Keenan 087-6591049. Packs are available for a limited time at the special price of €50 each.
Vhi GAA Cul Camps 2008
Application forms and information leaflets will have been distributed to all schools this week. We would urge parents to return their forms as quickly as possible as this will greatly assist with the smooth running of our camps. Return all forms to Thomas Keenan, Pairc Sean, Ck – on – Shannon, Co.Leitrim. List of camps for 2008 are as follows.
Monday 30/06/2008 – Manorhamilton, Ck-on-Shannon, Aughawillan.
Monday 07/07/2008 – Kinlough, Drumshanbo, Mohill.(Bornacoola GAA grounds)
Monday 14/07/2008 – Aughavas, Gortletteragh, Dromahair.
Monday 21/07/2008 – Fenagh, Drumkeerin, Leitrim.
29-Apr-08 by Thomas Keenan
Scór – All Ireland Finals – Report
ScórNone of the five Leitrim clubs in the All Ireland Scór finals in Killarney came home with success. It was a big disappointment to find that for the second year in a row the County had five qualifiers for the Finals but none of them came out winners. On the law of averages it was a surprising outcome. However, none of the Leitrim entries were out of their depth or anything like that, it was simply that the standard was high and even all-round and none of them came out of the adjudicator’s hat.
In Trath na gCeist, Bornacoola were particularly unlucky as the lost by two marks and the difference in a christian name between Frederick and Frank was the winning and losing in the finish. It is quite possible that other results were as close as that also. In Nuachleas there were two acts that were decidedly streets ahead of the rest and these were Seán O’Heslins and Killyclogher, Co Tyrone, but the decision went to Tyrone.
In Rince Foirne Glencar/Manorhamilton were pipped once again by St Edna’s Omagh who won two years ago but could not have been far off the mark. In Ceol Uirlise Leitrim Gaels were also competing against Mullaghbawn from Armagh who won two years ago also. St Mary’s sang excellently in Bailéad Ghrúpa where the winners were St Enda’s Tyrone.
Overall it was Ulster’s day as five of the eight titles went to Ulster. Apart from the results it was again a great weekend with the Leitrim contingent occupying their favourite room in the Gleneagle on the Saturday night and the music and song went on to the small hours of the morning, which helped greatly to soothe the disappointment of the results. Yes, the whole spirit of the occasion was played out to the full by competitors and supporters and no doubt in 2009, which will be the 40th year of Scór, Leitrim will be there stronger than ever and on the winners rostrum too.
28-Apr-08 by Sean O Suilleabhain
No luck at the All Ireland Scór Finals
ScórLeitrim competitors in the Scór All Ireland competition were left without any silverware for the second year in a row. Full report to follow tomorrow.
27-Apr-08 by Brendan Doyle – PRO
Scór – All Ireland Finals
ScórBest of luck in the All Ireland finals to all concerned as Leitrim competitors and supporters prepare for the long journey to Killarney. Below is a reminder of the report from the Connacht finals.
An incredible night for Leitrim in the Connacht Scór Finals in Manorhamilton on Saturday when, for the second year in a row, Leitrim won 5 of the 8 events.
It brought success again to the long-standing Scór stalwarts of Glencar/Manorhamilton, Seán OHeslins and Bornacoola but also to total newcomers; Leitrim Gaels and to St Marys who have not figured in Connacht in a long time.
Rince Foirne
Glencar/Manorhamilton, on their own turf, won the Connacht title for the sixth year in a row. This was in fact the second time Glencar/Manorhamilton did a six in a row in this event, they also did it in 1995-2000. In all they have won Rince Foirne in Connacht on 16 occasions beginning in 1984. Their team this year was Nicole OHara, Aoife Duignan, Ciara Flynn, Michelle Kelly, Shane Conaire, Emmett McMorrow, Michael Joe Rooney and Aidan McLoughlin
Ceol
Pride of place must go to Leitrim Gaels, a club that has only taken up Scór in recent years. Indeed they were never represented in Music until this year and straight away they are in an All Ireland Final. They played wonderful music with their group of Cyril Geoghegan, Mick Mulvey, Mick Blake, Enda McDonagh and JohnÓgleeson
Bailéad Ghrúpa
It is all of 23 years since St Marys won a Connacht Senior Scór title in anything. By coincidence it was in Ballad Group that they won also in 1985. This year Laura Crossan, Brian Farrell, Clodagh Flynn, Laura Phillips and John Butler have done great work and made the big breakthrough again. The Ballad Group from St Marys that reached the final in 1985 was: Siobháin FinnÓgan, Ann Jennings, Walter Harmon, Joe Moore and Gerald OHalloran.
Trath na gCeist
Bornacoola are no strangers to Connacht success in Question Time. This is their third year in a row to win Connacht. Aidan Dockery, Fergal MacGiolla and Liam Rabbitt will be hoping it will be third time lucky in the All Ireland.
Nuachleas
Seán OHeslins are masters of the Novelty Act not alone in Leitrim and Connacht but at All Ireland level. On Saturday they won the Connacht title for the 14th time since their first in 2004. Raymond McHugh, Madge Murphy, Michael Fanning, Seán McKeon, Tommy Moran, Claire Fanning, Ross Dooner and Brid Sullivan made up the "Umpa" team.
Leitrims other performers: Elaine Duignan from Seán OHeslins in Solo Singing, Fenagh in Rince Seit and Louise Staunton from Bornacoola in RecitationÓgave of their best on a night when Leitrim was the only County to be represented in all eight events.
Tickets for the All Ireland.
Tickets for the All Ireland Finals in Killarney on Saturday 26 April must be ordered in advance. All orders must be in before next Monday 8 April. For the competing clubs, tickets must be ordered through your clubs Scór officer. For people outside those clubs they can be ordered directly through Co Scór Rúnaí, Maura Mulvey. It is not certain that all orders for tickets can be accommodated although the Killarney venue is usually adequate to hold everyone. However, clubs are asked to make sure that anyone who orders tickets pays for them with the order, as tickets cannot be returned and the clubs must pay for all tickets when ordering them.
25-Apr-08 by Brendan Doyle – PRO
Coaching News
County FootballFirstly this week a sincere thank you to Des Newton for a very interesting workshop on Wednesday evening last. Des conducted this workshop, even though his brother Paul was seriously ill in hospital. Thankfully, Paul is making steady progress and we wish him a full and speedy recovery. Also word of thanks to the Community school for the use of their facilities on the evening.
Hurling workshop – Wednesday 30/04/08 @ 8pm. – Ballinamore – Integrated Hurling fitness drills – Damien Coleman & Paudi Butler will conduct this workshop with the County senior hurlers and all coaches should ensure that they do not miss this opportunity to observe top class coaching and fitness training combined within a session.
Under 8 & 10 blitz club blitz.
The first of our under 8 & 10 blitz take place this Saturday, commencing at 10.30am approx.. Please note blitz are on a home and away basis so host club on Saturday will travel on Saturday week. Full list for Saturday as follows – host club named first.
Melvin Gaels & Dromahair, Fenagh & GlencarManor, Cloone & Aughavas, St. Osnats & Glenfarne, Annaduff & Gortletteragh, St.Mary’s & Allen Gaels, Aughnasheelin & Leitrim Gaels, Carrigallen & Mohill, Drumreilly & Sean O’Heslin’s, Kiltubrid, Carrigallen & Bornacoola.
Under 15 School of Excellence.
Following is a list of under 15 panel members who are asked to attend at the sports complex in Ck-on-Shannon on Saturday next at 11.00am.
Niall Quinn, Michael Mc Manus, Alan Mc Loughlin, James Hazlett, Alan Crossan, Brian Beirne, Conor Farrell, Roy Keenan, Shane Quinn, Patrick Mc Hugh, Conor Mc Kiernan, Andrew Gilligan, Anthony Mulligan, Ryan Higgins, Liam Cox, Keith Mc Gloin, Rory Kelly, Niall Woods, Michael Ferguson, Patrick Loughlin, John Conefrey, Aaron Beirne.
For any further information, please contact Terry Mc Manus 086-7355244.
Bus Routes. – Ballinamore 9.20, Carrigallen 9.40, Aughavas 9.50, Cloone 10.00, Mohill 10.10, Masonite 10.20, Complex 10.30.
Kinlough 9.10, Manorhamilton 9.30, Drumkeerin 9.50, Drumshanbo 10.10, Leitrim 10.20, Complex 10.30.
Hurling gear promotion.
To assist everybody interested in the promotion of hurling within the County, we have put together a very special deal with a number of suppliers of hurling gear and can now offer fully approved hurling helmets at the bargain price of € 50.00 each and full size hurley’s at € 14.00 each. Further information can be had by contacting Thomas Keenan 087-6591049 or Andrew Keary 087-7530888. Information leaflets will be distributed in both schools and clubs this week.
Fun Do Resource Pack.
Clubs and coaches are reminded that the new Fun Do packs are available from our offices in Pairc Sean, or by contacting Thomas Keenan 087-6591049. Packs are available for a limited time at the special price of €50 each.
Vhi GAA Cul Camps 2008
Application forms and information leaflets will have been distributed to all schools this week. We would urge parents to return their forms as quickly as possible as this will greatly assist with the smooth running of our camps. Following is the list of camp dates and venues.
Monday 30/06/2008 – Manorhamilton, Ck-on-Shannon, Aughawillan.
Monday 07/07/2008 – Kinlough, Drumshanbo, Mohill.(Bornacoola GAA grounds)
Monday 14/07/2008 – Aughavas, Gortletteragh, Dromahair.
Monday 21/07/2008 – Fenagh, Drumkeerin, Leitrim.
22-Apr-08 by Thomas Keenan
Allianz NFL – Rd 7 – Limerick v Leitrim
County FootballDiarmuid Carrolls 63rd-minute point proved the decisive score as Limerick retained their Division 3 status at the expense of Leitrim in an exciting tie in Kilmallock.
Visitors Leitrim were the better side in the opening half and led by 0-7 to 0-4 at the break.
Five of Leitrims first-half points came from top scorer Emlyn Mulligan.
However, Limerick upped their performance significantly at the start of the second half. Three unanswered points from Ian Ryan, Andrew Lane and JohnÓgalvin, and an excellent Stephen Kelly goal in the 42nd minute, saw Limerick into a 1-7 to 0-7 lead.
Plucky Leitrim rallied again and four points in quick succession from Mulligan, three, and Ciaran Duignan, helped the visitors into a one-point lead by the 55th minute.
However, a resilient Limerick side was not to be denied in a tense final quarter. Inspired by outstanding full-back Johnny McCarthy and points from Ian Ryan, from a well taken free, and an excellent individual score from Carroll, the home side claimed a precious win and consigned their opponents to relegation.
ScórERS — Limerick: I Ryan 0-3, (0-2f), S Kelly (1-0), D Carroll, S Lavin, A Lane (f), J Galvin, C OCruali, G Collins 0-1 each. Leitrim: E Mulligan 0-8, (0-6f), C Duignan 0-2, S Foley 0-1.
LIMERICK — D McMahon; D Carroll, J McCarthy, S Gallagher; P Browne, S Lavin, A Lane; J Cooke, J Galvin; S Kelly, C OCruali, S Buckley; G Collins, K OCallaghan, I Ryan.
Subs: J Ryan for Cooke (h/t), T Collins for OCruali (45), M Crowley for OCallaghan (66), S Walsh for Browne (69).
LEITRIM — nÓgill; D Reynolds, J McKeon, M McGuinness; G Reynolds, B Prior, S Foley; G McCloskey, R Gallagher; M Foley, D Maxwell, D OConnor; C Duignan, P McGuinness, E Mulligan.
Subs: D Brennan for P McGuinness (40), C Regan for Gallagher (49), D Duignan for Foley (58), F McBrien for Regan (69).
REF — M McGann (Clare)
21-Apr-08 by Irish Independant.ie
The Green & Gold – Home and Away
County FootballIts all go this weekend for the Senior and Minor footballers as the Seniors aim to finish out the League on a winning note and avoid Division 4 while the Minors are opening their championship season tomorrow evening against neighbours Roscommon.
The Minors will hope to hit the ground running at 7pm tomorrow evening in the first of 2 round robinÓgames in the qualifying stage of the championship. Their recent good form against Mayo in the Connacht league will boost their confidence however earlier in the league Sligo beat Leitrim and Roscommon beat Sligo. Roscommon will be no push over and a determined level headed work ethic will be required to bag the 2 points. The next game for the minors will be on Bank Holiday Monday May 5th against Sligo, Sligo and Roscommon will have played their game on April 26th. Club games have been arranged for 5pm in order to facilitate the Minor throw-in time of 7pm so as many supporters are asked to make it to Páirc Seán tomorrow evening.
The Senior squad head south to Limericks second pitch in Kilmallock, a pre-arranged venue despite talk that the hurling finals were to blame for the move from Gaelic Grounds. This is a winner survives relegationÓgame for both teams as a loss will almost certainly mean a drop to Division 4 with either Sligo or Longford. The good news for Leitrim is that we are in control of our own destiny and the Sligo/Longford game does not affect our future. The bad news is that traditionally Leitrim do not travel well. This is the first obstacle that Leitrim will have to overcome and the second will be a physically strong Limerick team who like to play direct down the middle. A draw should suffice for Leitrim but realistically the players minds will need to be set on the full 2 points.
Word on the street is that this game will draw the largest traveling support yet for our away games and it will be very much appreciated by the team and management.
Best of Luck to both Teams over the weekend.
18-Apr-08 by Brendan Doyle – PRO
Directions to Kilmallock
County FootballThe last game of the Allianz League is in Kilmallock on Sunday. The park is located close to the centre of Kilmallock and is easily accessible. When in the centre of the town take a right at a cross roads and the pitch is on the left hand side (see picture of pitch location below).
This is a crucial game and your support will be very appreciated by the team and management.
Ive provided a Google Earth image of pitch location here
and a map of full journey and also a map of route from Limerick
For supporters wishing to attend the game please note the following directions from AA Roadwatchs route planner:
Recommend route From Carrick – (Estimated time 3.45 hrs – 233Kms / 145 miles)
and then
17-Apr-08 by Brendan Doyle – PRO