Many congratulations to the Leitrim Ladies team and panel on their fantastic win in Croke Park today. It was a very entertaiing game and Leitrim never lost their composure something no doubt they gained from last years experience. A homecoming event will be held tomorrow evening as all teams are tonight in the City West hotel for the Post Match Banquet. Full details of the homecoming will be posted here tomorrow.
The following is match report by RTE and the photo is courtesy of Inpho
A tremendous display by the 34-year-old Ann Marie Cox, who scored eight points, ensured that Leitrim won only their second-ever adult Ladies football title and a first-ever Intermediate success at Croke Park this afternoon.
The final was certainly on a knife-edge throughout and although Wexford held a 0-05 to 0-01 lead after nine-and-a-half minutes play, they were certainly tested by a very committed and strong Leitrim team who turned a four-point deficit into a two-point interval lead.
Leitrims first and only point of the opening ten minutes came from half-forward Anna Conlon, but Wexford were strong and excellent points from Deirdre Fox, Caroline Murphy, Sharon Kehoe, Liz Evered and Kate Kelly gave Brendan Dardis charges the early advantage.
However, Leitrim suddenly bounced back strongly with four points in a three-minute spell, with veteran player Cox in excellent form from placed balls, while Eileen Donaghue and Sarah McLoughlin were also on target as the sides were level for the second time.
Wexford regained the lead thanks to a Josie Dwyer effort but Leitrim responded well.
Following a superb save by goalkeeper Louise Loughlin from a Kate Kelly shot, the Leitrim side bossed the tie until the interval with another Cox pointed free and two Sarah McLoughlin points from play ensuring a 0-08 to 0-06 half-time lead for them.
Caroline Murphy responded well for Wexford with the first point after the restart but Leitrim still held the lead. Yet the purple and gold-clad side quickly broke in front thanks to a well-worked goal from Kate Kelly, who shook off the challenge of two defenders to score.
But Wexfords lead was to be short-lived as the free-taking machine that is Ann Marie Cox scored her sides next four points. Coxs dead ball prowess, along with scores from Eileen Donaghue and Sarah McLoughlin, saw Leitrim build up a 0-15 to 1-08 lead.
Wexford managed to point two frees in quick succession but Leitrim continued to remain strong and an excellent point from play from Cox summed up Leitrims day.
Wexford never gave up but Leitrims defence remained resilient and they went on to lift a first adult title since 1988.
Leitrim: L Loughlin; C Holohan, S Brennan, M McKeon (0-01); C Tyrell, L Brennan, T Mylott; M Quinn, A Brennan; A Conlan (0-01), S McLoughlin (0-5), E McGlade; AM Cox (0-08, 7f), E Donaghue (0-02), M Reynolds.
Subs used: M Stenson for Holohan (h-t).
Wexford: MR Kelly; M Murray, M Leacy, A Waters; M Kelly, L Tector, M Doyle; D Fox (0-02, 2f), C Scallan, L Evered (0-01), J Dwyer (0-02), S Kehoe (0-01); K Kelly (1-01), C Murphy (0-2), M Hearne.
Subs used: N Scallan for Doyle (28 mins), G Moore for M Kelly (47), B Curran for Evered (50), K Morris for Leacy (58).
23-Sep-07 by Brendan Doyle – PRO
Ladies All Ireland Final will be shown on Setanta Ireland tonight
GeneralThe Ladies All Ireland Intermediate final will be shown on Setanta Ireland tonight from 9:30pm to 10:30pm
26-Sep-07 by Brendan Doyle – PRO
Urgent – Tour 15 hr behind schedule
LadiesPlease note as of 9:45pm tonight the Ladies Homecoming tour is 90 minutes behind schedule and its unlikely that they will make the time up as the move from town to town.
25-Sep-07 by Brendan Doyle – PRO
PODCAST – Ladies Match & Homecoming on Podcast
GeneralWe are delighted to announce we have recordings of the commentary of the full match and also last nights Sports Beat programme in the form of podcasts available on this website . The podcasts are provided courtesy of Shannonside Northen Sound and are available for download or for you to listen online via the Podcast link on the left hand menu.
Thank you to Shannonside for making the recordings available.
25-Sep-07 by Brendan Doyle – PRO
Photo Gallery updated
Club Hurling24-Sep-07 by Brendan Doyle – PRO
Ladies Homecoming Tour – TUESDAY – UPDATED
LadiesThe following is the times and routes for tonights Leitrim Ladies Tour:
Every effort will be made to keep to schedule:
7.00 Leaving Drumshanbo
7.20 Drumkeerin
7.45 BallinÓgleara
8.15 Glenfarne
8.35 Kiltyclogher
9.00 Kinlough
9.45 Manorhamilton
10.30 Dromahair
Please check back here throughout the day for any updates – Further dates & times will be added here as information comes to hand.
* Approximate times only.
24-Sep-07 by Brendan Doyle – PRO
Ladies Homecoming Tour – MONDAY
LadiesThe following is the schedule for the Ladies Homecoming tour – please note that times are approximate.
Arrive in Dromod at 6pm – Full coverage and interviews on Shannonsides Sports programme Sports Beat by John Lynch from 6pm to 7pm live from Coxs Steakhouse.
Arrive – Carrick at 7:30pm* – Speeches at the Clock on viewing Platform.
Arrive – Mohill at 8:45pm*
Arrive – Ballinamore at 9:45pm*
Arrive – Cloone at 11:00pm*
RTE NEWS:
RTE Sport will also broadcast interviews, recorded earlier today, on the 6.01 news this evening.
* Approximate times only.
Please check back here throughout the day for any updates – Further dates & times will be added here as information comes to hand.
24-Sep-07 by Brendan Doyle – PRO
Leitrim Ladies – All Ireland Intermediate Champions
LadiesMany congratulations to the Leitrim Ladies team and panel on their fantastic win in Croke Park today. It was a very entertaiing game and Leitrim never lost their composure something no doubt they gained from last years experience. A homecoming event will be held tomorrow evening as all teams are tonight in the City West hotel for the Post Match Banquet. Full details of the homecoming will be posted here tomorrow.
The following is match report by RTE and the photo is courtesy of Inpho
A tremendous display by the 34-year-old Ann Marie Cox, who scored eight points, ensured that Leitrim won only their second-ever adult Ladies football title and a first-ever Intermediate success at Croke Park this afternoon.
The final was certainly on a knife-edge throughout and although Wexford held a 0-05 to 0-01 lead after nine-and-a-half minutes play, they were certainly tested by a very committed and strong Leitrim team who turned a four-point deficit into a two-point interval lead.
Leitrims first and only point of the opening ten minutes came from half-forward Anna Conlon, but Wexford were strong and excellent points from Deirdre Fox, Caroline Murphy, Sharon Kehoe, Liz Evered and Kate Kelly gave Brendan Dardis charges the early advantage.
However, Leitrim suddenly bounced back strongly with four points in a three-minute spell, with veteran player Cox in excellent form from placed balls, while Eileen Donaghue and Sarah McLoughlin were also on target as the sides were level for the second time.
Wexford regained the lead thanks to a Josie Dwyer effort but Leitrim responded well.
Following a superb save by goalkeeper Louise Loughlin from a Kate Kelly shot, the Leitrim side bossed the tie until the interval with another Cox pointed free and two Sarah McLoughlin points from play ensuring a 0-08 to 0-06 half-time lead for them.
Caroline Murphy responded well for Wexford with the first point after the restart but Leitrim still held the lead. Yet the purple and gold-clad side quickly broke in front thanks to a well-worked goal from Kate Kelly, who shook off the challenge of two defenders to score.
But Wexfords lead was to be short-lived as the free-taking machine that is Ann Marie Cox scored her sides next four points. Coxs dead ball prowess, along with scores from Eileen Donaghue and Sarah McLoughlin, saw Leitrim build up a 0-15 to 1-08 lead.
Wexford managed to point two frees in quick succession but Leitrim continued to remain strong and an excellent point from play from Cox summed up Leitrims day.
Wexford never gave up but Leitrims defence remained resilient and they went on to lift a first adult title since 1988.
Leitrim: L Loughlin; C Holohan, S Brennan, M McKeon (0-01); C Tyrell, L Brennan, T Mylott; M Quinn, A Brennan; A Conlan (0-01), S McLoughlin (0-5), E McGlade; AM Cox (0-08, 7f), E Donaghue (0-02), M Reynolds.
Subs used: M Stenson for Holohan (h-t).
Wexford: MR Kelly; M Murray, M Leacy, A Waters; M Kelly, L Tector, M Doyle; D Fox (0-02, 2f), C Scallan, L Evered (0-01), J Dwyer (0-02), S Kehoe (0-01); K Kelly (1-01), C Murphy (0-2), M Hearne.
Subs used: N Scallan for Doyle (28 mins), G Moore for M Kelly (47), B Curran for Evered (50), K Morris for Leacy (58).
23-Sep-07 by Brendan Doyle – PRO
Best of Luck Ladies !
LadiesOn behalf of all the Clubs and the County Board Id like to wish the Ladies Team the very best of luck on Sunday in Croke Park. Its a remarkable achievement to make it to an All Ireland Final two years in a row especially since this is a step up from last year to Intermediate. The game is at 2pm and if you cannot make it to the game you can watch it on TG4, listen to it on local radio or you can follow the scores on our Live scoreboard.
Best wishes also to Linda Tighe & Naomi Lee, who play this year for London, in their Final against Kilkenny which is at the earlier time of 12pm.
21-Sep-07 by Brendan Doyle – PRO
Last chance to get tickets in Leitrim for Sundays big game
Ladiestonight (Thursday) will be the last opportunity for supporters to buy tickets in Leitrim for Sundays All Ireland Final when they go on sale in the Community Centre in Manorhamilton from 8.30pm to 10.00pm. The demand for tickets has grown steadily over the past two weeks with over 500 tickets sold in Creegans of Cloone on Tuesday night. Reports from all areas indicate a huge level of demand as confirmed by the fact that to date Leitrim have proportionately outsold tickets over all other five counties participating on the day.
Anyone who has missed the chance to get tickets in Leitrim – dont despair.. Tickets are available for sale on the day and your support would be much appreciated.
The team had their final training session in Cloone last night and the spirit in the camp is very upbeat with all looking forward to a successful conclusion to the season.
We would encourage all supporters to bring as much colour and atmosphere to Croke Park as possible on Sunday and and lift Leitrim across the line as the "16th (wo)man"
Come on Leitrim..
20-Sep-07 by Patricia Bohan – Ladies PRO
Coaching News
CoachingAll – Ireland Final
First this week we must wish our County ladies team and management the best of luck in the All-Ireland intermediate ladies final in Croke Park on Sunday next.
Under 10 Blitz
Blitzes for under 10 teams will take place over the next two weekends, with two clubs at each venue. All blitzes will be played under Go-games regulations. First named club will host the blitz.
Saturday next 22/09/07
Sean OHeslins + Mohill, Fenagh + Gortletteragh, Melvin Gaels + Dromahair, Manorhamilton + Allen Gaels, Aughavas + Bornacoola.
Saturday week 29/09/07
St. Marys + Carrigallen, Leitrim Gaels + Aughawillan/Drumreilly, Aughnasheelin + Annaduff, Glenfarne Kilty + St. Osnats + Drumkeerin, Cloone + Kiltubrid.
Under 15 School of Excellence.
This squad are due to play Monaghan on Sunday morning next in two challenge games. Players will be advised on all details from management.
Hurling News
Under 14 Hurling Development Squad.
The next outing for this squad will be in the Veronica Connolly/Mickey Cunniffe tournament in Roscommon on 22/09. Details for travelling are as follows.
Manorhamilton 8.45, Drumkeerin 9.00, Drumshanbo 9.15, Ck-on-Shannon 9.30 ( fire station). All players are asked to contact Kevin Brisco 087-9407063 or Daithi Hughes 086-3321506 for more details
17-Sep-07 by Thomas Keenan
Annual Club Facility Safety Audit
CoachingTo all Clubs
Annual Club Facility Safety Audit.
All clubs are asked to have their grounds and facilities open to inspection teams who will commence their inspections this Saturday 15th September 2007 at 8 am. If a club is not visited on Saturday, inspections will continue next week on Monday evening 17th September until the exercise is complete.
14-Sep-07 by PJ Meehan
Venues for Sale of Ladies All Ireland Tickets
LadiesFriday 14th Sept. Dromod Coxs 8.30 – 10.00 pm
Monday 17th Sept. Drumshanbo Aras Padraig 8.30 – 10.00 pm
Tuesday 18th Sept. Cloone,Creegans Bar 8.30 – 10.00 pm
Wednesday 19th Sept. Ballinamore,Community Centre 8.30 – 10.00 pm
Thursday 20th Sept. Manorhamilton, Community Centre 8.30 – 10.00 pm
Please note you CANNOT buy group tickets on the day so will have to pay full price for them if you dont have them bought beforehand.
Prices:
Adults: €25
Students / OAP: €10
U-14s: €8
Group rate (minÓgroup of 10): €5 per child (Under 16) plus one adult @ €5
Family ticket: €25 for Adults and €5 per child
For further details or to book tickets in advance of the above dates please contact Mary Beades 087 3289592 or email marybeades@ladisgaelic.ie
13-Sep-07 by Patricia Bohan – Ladies PRO