Suzuki National League Leitrim v Clare

The Senior team put in a vastly improved performance against Clare in Div 2 of the Suzuki National League. Leitrim started brightly and carried the game to Clare but were denied by tenacious defending; Leitrim had the wind in their backs in the first half but had to settle for 3 Naomi Lee frees. The half time score read Clare 1-03 Leitrim 0-03. Leitrim still had lots of possession in the second half but had only a Michelle Reynolds goal to show for all their efforts. In the last 10 minutes Clare pulled away by Scóring 5 points and 2 fortuitous goals. Best for Leitrim were Anna Conlon at centre back and Sarah McManus in midfield. The County Committee are indebted to Brendan McCawley and Ann Marie Cox who have temporarily taken over the reins of the Senior team as the County Committee go in search of a new management team. Unfortunately our selection committee of Pat McWeeney, Helen Ward and Damian Brennan had to step down due to time commitments after the Westmeath game. We want to thank them for their great service to Ladies football over many years and no doubt whey will be involved again. The U14 had a good workout with Longford and the management of Pat McWeeney, Bernie McLoughlin and Kieran Moran are will pleased with the performances of all the players as they try and blend a new team together. Trials for the U16 team are taking place in Ballinaglera this Saturday March 1st at 12pm. Clubs are asked to send all prospective players to the trials.

 

 

25-Feb-08 by Kieran Moran – Ladies – Acting PRO

Ladies Club Officer Programme

The Bush Hotel Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim, on Wednesday 27th February at 7.30pm SHARP. The Club Officer Programme is an informational seminar specific to Club Executive Committees of the Ladies Gaelic Football Association. The programme aims to assist Club Officers with club activities and developing appropriate structures at club level. The format of the programme will deliver information on the Injury Fund Scheme, the Code of Ethics and Good Practice and Fundraising ideas.

The success of the programme relies on the clubs, attending and participating. The County Committee ask you to ensure that the relevant officers, Chair, Secretary, Treasurer/Registrar and PRO, attend the programme. If a club is an integrated club with the GAA, then your Officers are GAA Officers, we ask that 4 members attend who look after the Ladies Gaelic Football section of the club. The Ladies Gaelic Football section within all Clubs should be represented at the programme. It is essential that all clubs attend the Programme, to ensure that your club is aware of the roles and responsibilities of officers and the procedures governing the Ladies Gaelic Football Association.

 

 

25-Feb-08 by Kieran Moran – Ladies – Acting PRO

Stephen Dorrigan – RIP

Leitrim GAA wish to extend our deepest sympathy to the Doorigan family, Gortletteragh, on the death of Stephen who died last night (Friday). Stephen, whos premature death at 24 years of age, will be sadly missed by his parents, Mickey and Helena and his sister Rachael, all his relatives and friends, work colleagues, football colleagues and all who know him. Stephen was a former county hurler and footballer and an avid member of Gortletteragh club, Mickey his father is the current County Hurling secretary.

Stephens remains will repose in Drogheda with removal to Gortletteragh church on Sunday evening at 7pm. Funeral mass on Monday at 12:00pm followed by burial in Gortletteragh cemetery.

Ar dheis De ar anam dhilis.

 

 

24-Feb-08 by Brendan Doyle – PRO

Scolaireachta­ Gaeltachta

There were a large number of applicants for the Leitrim Co Board GAA Gaeltacht Scholarships and a very high standard among the youngsters who attended for interview. There were 14 scholarships in all, and four of these were for people who participated in Scór na nÓg last year.

Buíochas do na buachaillí agus na cailíní go léir a chuir isteach ar na scoláireachtaí agus comhghairdeas do na buaiteoirí.

Seo iad na daoine a fuair scoláireachtaí don bhliain seo:

Scoláireachtaí do dhaoine a ghlac páirt i Scór

Clár Ní Chianáin, Clonart, Barr na Cuille (€200)
Aoife Heeran, Drumhawley, Droim Sean Bhó (€100)
Niamh Nic Uidhir, Lavareen Achadh Easa (€100)
Gráinne Ní Mháille, Carraig Álainn (€100)

Scoláireachtaí Eile

Eibhlín Nic Aodha, Droimrewey, Droim Caorthainn (€250)
Yvonne Ní Chrosáin, Lisconnor, Coill an Chláir (€250)
Seán Mac Suibhne, An Ross, Cluainín Uí Ruairc(€100)
Seánacháin O Beirn, Bóthar an Stáisiúin, Maothail(€100)
Oisín Mac Pheaircín, Gortnalibbert, Cluainín Uí Ruairc(€100)
Aaron Reynolds, Fawn, Leitrim(€100)
Orla McHugh, Cornacloy, Glenfarne(€100)
Michelle OHagan, Foxfield, Manorhamilton(€100)
Jackie Nic Mhanais, Cill Srianáin(€100)
Padraig Mac Aodha, Droimrewey, Droim Caorthainn(€100)

 

 

22-Feb-08 by Sean O Suilleabhain

Master Fixtures Plan unveiled

The master fixture list is now completed and online ready for distribution and the league competitions Division 1 to 5 are also available on the left hand menu.

The following is a message from Leitrim CCC:

At the outset, CCC Liatroma wishes to return its gratitude to all of the clubs which gave feedback on the questions posed and, by and large, the Master Fixture Plan 2008 reflects, particularly with regard to the championship starting dates, the overall consensus that could be gleaned from the exercise, which proved most worthwhile. Overall, there is no desire to play any ACL games without County Senior Panelists. There were submissions returned by 10 clubs.

You are asked to note the following:

– This is Year 1 of a 2 year cycle and a new draw was completed in all divisions.

– With regard to the Master Fixture Plan, it is the intention of CCC Liatroma that this plan will be adhered as closely as possible; not withstanding there may be prove to be exceptional circumstances which may necessitate minimal changes as the year unfolds.

– All of the activities that are planned for individual weekends have yet to be fully streamlined; the combinations of clubs teams at various levels may require some adjustment of fixtures/rounds at a later stage as each weekends fixtures are put together.

– With regard to the Shield Competitions, the Draws will be completed at the next meeting of CCC Liatroma.

If your club is unable to participate in the C Shield, you are advised to have this information with CCC Liatroma in advance of the draw which will take place on Luan 3 Marta.

Proposed starting dates for ACL and Shields 2008 are as follows:

Division 1 Weekend April 19/20
Division 2 Weekend April 19/20
Division 3 Weekend April 05/06
Division 4 Weekend March 15/16/17
Division 5 Weekend March 08/09

Shield A Weekend March 15/16
Shield B Weekend March 15/16
Shield C Weekend March 15/16

 

 

 

21-Feb-08 by Brendan Doyle – PRO

SportTracker Roadshow comes to Leitrim

SportTracker which has received the official endorsement of the Gaelic Athletic Association is holding a series of FREE ‘road shows’ throughout Ireland to highlight the importance of the TRACKER DIARY and its benefits for team Managers and players at every level.

The Sixth ‘roadshow’ takes place in the Bush Hotel Carrick-On-Shannon Leitrim February 27 2008 at 7.30pm, when Tyrone’s All-Ireland winning Manager Mickey Harte & Kilkenny’s Brian Cody will present the Tracker Diary to club Managers and will then be available for questions and answers with the audience.

The SportTracker range of analysis and statistics books will also be introduced, by the company’s Technical Director and former successful Down and Ireland Manager, Pete McGrath.

This is the first time ever a roadshow of this calibre has ever taken place in Ireland, and SportTracker are inviting all Managers of all grades of football, hurling and camogie (men, women and underage) to attend on the night.

SportTracker’s aim is to partner all GAA teams, Managers, players and administrators, through its range of products.

Prior to Christmas, SportTracker launched the unique Tracker Player Diary’ which is a 200-page book in which double All-Ireland winning Manager Mickey Harte provides his guidance and services to Gaelic footballers, hurlers and camogie players – focusing on club players – throughout the country. The diary was officially launched by GAA president, Nickey Brennan in Croke Park. Technical Directors for Sporttracker are Brian Cody Hurling, Pete Mc Grath and Mickey Harte Football.

SportTracker is also delighted to have been so enthusiastically welcomed by the GAA and its development coaches throughout each province. Company chairman, Peter Quinn has stated his belief that SportTracker can help transform the lives and performances of sports people in Ireland. "Those who are household names, and sports people throughout the country who love participating and have a desire to be the best they can possibly be, can benefit by being introduced to the SportTracker products, he emphasises"

 

 

19-Feb-08 by Brendan Doyle – PRO

Coaching News

Connacht coaching conference.

The Connacht coaching conference will take place on Saturday 23rd February in the Mc William Park hotel Claremorris, commencing at 9.30 am. This years conference will be addressed by Paudi Butler, National Director of hurling, Colm O’Rourke former Meath all star footballer and panellist on RTE,s The Sunday game, with the final address being given by Ger Loughnane, former Clare hurling Manager and current hurling Manager. Kerry senior football Manager Pat O’ Shea will present a practical workshop on “Creating Scóring opportunities”, with Paudie Butler and Damien Coleman presenting “Integrated fitness for hurling”. Each club should ensure that at least two delegates attend this conference and with a fee of only €30 per delegate including lunch, cost will not be the problem. Further details can be got from our web site or from Thomas Keenan on 087 6591049.

Seminar – Developing a winning mentality.

We would ask all club officers, coaches and players of all ages to please mark this date, Wednesday 27/02 – 7.30 pm – Bush hotel, into their diaries. In conjunction with Sport tracker, we will have three All Ireland winning Managers visiting Leitrim. Mickey Harte, current Tyrone senior football team Manager, Brian Cody current Kilkenny senior hurling team Manager and Pete McGrath, Manager of the All Ireland winning Down team and former Ireland Manager.

All three will be in Leitrim to launch the new Sport tracker player diary and team analysis books. Both the diary and the analysis books have been endorsed by the GAA at national level and are aimed at club players as well as Inter County players. Following the launch of the Sport Tracker system, Mickey Harte will speak on the topic “Developing a winning mentality” which should be of interest to all clubs and coaches in the County. At the conclusion of the presentation by Mickey there will be a question and answer session and also a chance to discuss the Sport Tracker player diary and analysis books. Everyone involved with GAA in the County should not miss this opportunity to meet and chat with three of the great Managers of our time.

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.

Following a number of inquires in relation to the dates for our 2008 Vhi GAA summer camp’s, the following is the list of dates and venues. Please note new camp in Leitrim Gaels GAA grounds from Monday 21/07/08 to Friday 25/07/08.

Monday 30/06/2008 – Manorhamilton, Ck-on-Shannon, Aughawillan.

Monday 07/07/2008 – Kinlough, Drumshanbo, Mohill.

Monday 14/07/2008 – Aughavas, Gortletteragh, Dromahair.

Monday 21/07/2008 – Fenagh, Drumkeerin, Leitrim.

 

 

18-Feb-08 by Thomas Keenan

Allianz National League Rd 2 – Longford v Leitrim

Longford 2-10 Leitrim 0-6

A cracking goal from Paul Barden with 26 minutes gone in the first half put Longford on the road to a comfortable victory over neighbours Leitrim at Pearse Park.

Prior to the goal, Leitrim led by 0-3 to 0-2 with points from Michael Foley, James Glancy and Ciaran Duignan. Longford scored from frees by Francis McGee and Brian KavanÓgh.

Further points from wing back Noel Farrell (free) and McGee — the latter landing a fine strike from play — left Longford 1-4 to 0-3 in front at the break.

When Leitrim right half-back Stephen Feeney surged forward to fire over a point midway through the second half, just a goal separated the sides, but Longfords class and conditioning came to the fore as they dominated the final quarter.

Luke Dempseys slick side added another 1-5 to their tally with KavanÓgh and McGee notching two points apiece, while corner-back Dermot Brady joined the attack to fist over the bar in the closing minutes of the game.

The second Longford goal in the 64th minute was the result of a well-worked move, second half substitute Liam Keenan playing the ball into McGee who planted his shot into the corner of the net to send Leitrim towards a 10-point losing margin.

scorers — Longford: F McGee 1-4 (3f); B KavanÓgh 0-3 (1f); P Barden 1-0; N Farrell 0-2 (2f); D Brady 0-1. Leitrim: M Foley 0-2; J Glancy, C Duignan, S Feeney, E Mulligan (f), 0-1 each.

LONGFORD — D Sheridan; D Brady, D Masterson, D Reilly; S Mulligan, A OConnor, N Farrell; P Dowd, E Farrell; D Farrell, K Mulligan, D Barden; B KavanÓgh, P Barden, F McGee. Subs: C Conefrey for Masterson (40), L Keenan for E Farrell (44), P Berry for D Farrell (50), J Martin for KavanÓgh (67), E Williams for S Mulligan (67).

LEITRIM — nÓgill; D Reynolds, C Regan, M McGuinness; S Feeney, B McWeeney, S Foley; G McCloskey, M Duignan; D Duignan, E Mulligan, M Foley; J Glancy, C Duignan, D Maxwell. Subs: D Brennan for Glancy (24), G Reynolds for D Duignan (ht), P McGuinness for C Regan (61), D OConnor for C Duignan (63), C Kennedy for D Reynolds (67).

Ref– S Doyle (Wexford).

 

 

18-Feb-08 by Irish Independant.ie

No success for Leitrim in All Ireland Scór na nÓg

None of the four Leitrim clubs were successful at the All Ireland Scór na nÓg Finals in Athlone on Saturday last. It was disappointing for the Mohill, Aughnasheelin, Sean OHeslins and St Caillins clubs but the standard in all competitions was extremely high. All of the Leitrim performances were on a par with the others but when the results were announced there were none in the winners list. However, most of the contestants are still eligible for next year when we are sure they will have another go at the various competitions.

 

Scór Sinsear

Next Friday is the deadline for entries for Scór Sinsear and all clubs are asked to have their details in with Scór Rúnaí, Maura Mulvey by then. The competitions are on the following weekend.

Seachtain na Gaeilge

Bhí comórtas ana mhaith de Thráth na gCeisteanna do Sheachtain na Gaeilge i Smyths Siopa Ól ar an Aoine seo caite. Bhí deich foireann san iomaíocht ó na clubanna seo leanas: Naomh Caillin (Dhá fhoireann), Seán Ó hEislin (Dhá fhoireann), Gaeil na hAilne, Barr na Cuille, Achadh Easa, Achadh Mhaoileann, Achadh na Sileann, Naomh Osnatt. Bhí an bua ag Barr na Cuille agus bhí Naomh Caillin sa dara háit agus Gaeil na hAilne sa tríú háit. Beidh trí fhoireann ag dul go dtí babhtaí Chonnacht ar an 7 Marta.

 

 

17-Feb-08 by Sean O Suilleabhain

Fixtures masterplan dilemma for Leitrim Clubs

At the county board meeting of Coiste Chontae Liatroma of 11 Feabhra, a discussion around the timeframe of club fixtures for the 2008 season took place and the difficulties that face CCC Liatroma in the planning of the year ahead were pointed out, particularly with regard to the vast array of county fixtures that are due to be played at the various levels and codes, and the particular dates that apply to these fixtures and the gaps that are planned between particular games at these levels and codes.

 

It was pointed out and accepted by the delegates that the discussion was mainly to aScórtain views and it was not in any degree intended that decisions would be taken with regard to starting dates for competitions etc at the meeting, as this is the function of the CCC. No confirmed starting dates were made available to the meeting.

 

Further to this discussion the CCC are requesting at this stage that clubs consult with their delegates who were present at the meeting and, in consultation with the other interested parties in your club, CCC Liatroma would welcome your views regarding the following:

 

– What are your clubs views regarding approximate dates for the commencement Club Championships 2008, considering that recently and traditionally the Club Championship has not commenced until Liatroim has completed Senior Inter County activity?

– Given that, as pointed out at the meeting, this may prove to be a more difficult year to plan Club Fixtures, what would be your clubs position with regard to the suggestion of playing a number of league fixtures without county senior players?

 

It must be pointed out that this is a consultative process which should be viewed in the context of the points that were made at last Mondays meeting and CCC Liatroma will welcome your views on the matters as discussed on the night and mentioned here in advance of a Club Fixture Plan being committed to.

 

CCC Liatroma recognises the fact that club delegates could not commit to concrete views at the meeting, but points made were valued and the very fact that a consultative process was engaged in was appreciated.

 

Ultimately your clubs views are now invited for consideration in the planning of the 2008 Club Fixture Calendar, and in this regard submissions should be made no later than 6pm ar an Luan 18 Feabhra 2008.

 

It is important, in the overall context, that your club responds to this request.

A Master Fixture Plan outlining Inter County activity 2008 is available to download and very quickly shows a congested fixture schedule that leaves little room for maneuver for Club competitions. Please take the time and make the effort to have a look at the schedule as this affords every Club member a chance to have a say in the format for the year.

 

 

14-Feb-08 by Brendan Doyle – PRO

Coiste na nÓg U-16 league draws now available

Coiste na nÓg have completed the draw for the Under 16 league competitions and these are available on leitrimgaa.ie.

This year league competitions will run at 15-a-side, 13-a-side and 9-a-side at Under 16 level.

The competition will commence on Sunday 9th March 2008. A copy of the draws for the various draws will be circulated by the secretary of Coiste na nÓg to all clubs.

Click here to view the draws.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

14-Feb-08 by Padraig McGourty – PRO – Coiste na nÓg

Coaching news

Referee workshop.

A workshop for all current referees will take place on this Friday evening, 15/02 in the Bush hotel commencing at 8.00pm. We would ask all current referees to ensure they attend this workshop.

Workshop – Integrating ball work and fitness.
Our next coaching workshop entitled, Integrating ball work and fitness for Gaelic games will be presented by Nicholas Walsh and will take place on Saturday 16/02 in Ballinamore, commencing at 11.00 am. This workshop should be of interest to all coaches no matter what age level they are coaching at.

Connacht coaching conference.
The Connacht coaching conference will take place on Saturday 23rd February in the Mc William Park hotel Claremorris, commencing at 9.30 am. This years conference will be addressed by Paudi Butler, National Director of hurling, Colm ORourke former Meath all star footballer and panellist on RTE,s The Sunday game, with the final address being given by Ger Loughnane, former Clare hurling Manager and current Galway hurling Manager. Kerry senior football Manager Pat O Shea will present a practical workshop on "Creating Scóring opportunities", with Paudie Butler and Damien Coleman presenting "Integrated fitness for hurling". Each club should ensure that at least two delegates attend this conference and with a fee of only €30 per delegate including lunch, cost will not be the problem. Further details can be got from our web site or from Thomas Keenan on 087 6591049.

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.

GAA Vhi Cul Camps 2008
Following a number of inquires in relation to the dates for our 2008 Vhi GAA summer camps, the following is the list of dates and venues. Please note new camp in Leitrim Gaels GAA grounds from Monday 21/07/08 to Friday 25/07/08.

Monday 30/06/2008 – Manorhamilton, Ck-on-Shannon, Aughawillan.
Monday 07/07/2008 – Kinlough, Drumshanbo, Mohill.
Monday 14/07/2008 – Aughavas, Gortletteragh, Dromahair.
Monday 21/07/2008 – Fenagh, Drumkeerin, Leitrim.

 

 

13-Feb-08 by Thomas Keenan