New Rule – Congress 2016
Applicable 1 January 2017
2.12 Mark
When a player catches the ball cleanly from a Kick-Out without it touching the ground, on or past the 45m line nearest the Kick-Out point, he shall be awarded a ‘Mark’ by the Referee.
The player awarded a ‘Mark’ shall have the options of (a) Taking a free kick or (b) Playing on immediately.
The following procedures shall apply:
(a) Free Kick
The player shall signify to the Referee if he is availing of the free kick and then take the free kick himself from the hand from the point where he was awarded the ‘Mark’.
Once the player indicates he is taking the ‘Mark’, the Referee shall allow up to five seconds for the player to take the kick. If the player delays longer than five seconds, the Referee shall cancel the ‘Mark’ and throw in the ball between a player from each side.
Once the player indicates he is taking the ‘Mark’, the opposing players must retreat 10m to allow the player space to take the kick. If an opposing player deliberately blocks or attempts to block the kick within 10m, or if an opposing player impedes the player while he is taking the kick, the Referee shall penalise the opposing team by bringing the ball forward 13m.
If the Referee determines that the player who makes the ‘Mark’ has been injured in the process and is unable to take the kick, the Referee shall direct the Player’s nearest team mate to take the kick but he may not score directly from the kick.
(b) Play on immediately
(i) In this circumstance the player may not be challenged for the ball until he carries the ball up to a maximum of four consecutive steps or holds the ball for no longer than the time needed to take four steps and/or makes one act of kicking, handpassing, bouncing or toe-tapping the ball.
(ii) If the Player is illegally challenged, a free kick shall be awarded to his team from the point at which the challenge is made, and this free kick may be taken by any player on his team.
“The Mark” – Applicable 1 January 2017
Central Council gave an Interpretation as follows:
The referee shall award “the mark” by blowing the whistle.
“On or past the 45m line” shall mean that both feet of the catcher are on or past the 45m line when he catches the ball or on landing.
In order to signify that he wishes to take a free-kick, the player who catches the ball and has been awarded a “mark” by the referee should stop playing. If he does not obviously stop then it should be taken that he is “playing on”.
“Challenged” as mentioned in the rule is taken as “tackle” as defined; once the player plays on he may be tackled after four steps or once he plays the ball in any way.
All players must be at least 13 metres from where “the mark” is awarded.
When a player who is awarded a “mark” is injured, any team mate may take the free kick, which must be taken from the hands. The player in question may not score directly from the kick. (Current rule states that only the “nearest team mate” may take the free kick).
In order to be awarded a “Mark”, the ball must not have been touched in flight by another player.
Frequently Asked Questions:
1. How does the Referee award a “Mark”?
The Referee awards a Mark by blowing the whistle.
2. To be awarded a “Mark” does the catch have to be from a kick-out from the player’s own team?
No, a Mark shall be awarded if the catch is from a kick-out from either team.
3. Is a “Mark” awarded for a catch from a kick-out no matter where it takes place?
No, a Mark shall be awarded if the catch is made on or outside the 45m line from a kick-out from either team.
4. How does the player who is awarded the “Mark”, “signify to the Referee” that he is availing of the free kick?
In order to signify that he wishes to take a free-kick, the player who catches the ball and has been awarded the “Mark” by the Referee should stop playing. If he does not obviously stop then it should be taken that he is “playing on”.
5. How long has the player awarded the “Mark” to take the free kick?
He shall not delay longer than five seconds.
6. If the player awarded the “Mark” delays the taking of the free kick by more than five seconds, what is the award?
The Mark and free kick shall be cancelled and a throw-in between one player from each side is awarded
6. How far do players have to be from the free kick?
All players (team-mates and opponents) must be 13m from the free kick.
7. If the player who has been awarded the Mark chooses to take a free kick and a player from the opposing team blocks or attempts to block that kick within 13m or interferes with the player who has chosen to take the kick, what is the award?
A free kick 13m more advantageous shall be awarded.
8. What happens if a team mate plays the ball within 13m of the free kick awarded for the Mark?
A free kick is awarded to the opposition.
9. If the player awarded the Mark is injured in the process what is the award?
Any team mate may take the free kick from the hands, but he may not score directly frm the kick.
10. What is the award if a player, who is taking the free kick following an injury to a team mate, scores directly from the kick?
score is disallowed and a throw-in between one player from each side is awarded.
11. When the player awarded the Mark decides to play on, when may he be tackled?
He may be tackled after he takes four steps or once he plays the ball in any way.
12. What is the award if a player who has chosen to play on is illegally challenged?
A free kick shall be awarded at the point at which the illegal challenge is made.
13. Where can Players, Referees, Officials, Administrators and Supporters get more information?
For more information and explanatory video please visit gaa.ie here
04-Jan-17 by Official GAA
GAELIC ARMOUR ANNOUNCES LANDMARK PARTNERSHIP WITH LEITRIM GAA20th November 2024 - 9:16 pm
Open Invitation to 2017 Leitrim Supporters Club Launch in Dublin
GeneralJanuary 9 2017
A chara,
The Leitrim GAA Supporters Club(Dublin Branch) is delighted to invite you to attend the 2017 Supporters’ Club annual launch on Thursday January 19,at 7.30pm in the Celtic Suite of the home of GAA-Croke Park.
The county’s 1994 Connacht championship winning Manager, John O’Mahony, will be the special guest on the occasion.
The night has become a must-attend event for anyone with a Leitrim connection in the capital and surrounding counties, while the quality of entertainment over the past two years has also attracted a large crowd from home.
This year an equally large crowd is expected to hear why O’Mahony has come back to the promised land to assist in his role of selector the new Leitrim senior team Manager, Benny Guckian. (Their backroom team is completed by selector and former Leitrim All Star Seamus Quinn and coach Michael Moyles.)
While John O’Mahony will forever hold a special place in Leitrim hearts for steering the county to only their second Connacht championship in 1994, he went on to guide Galway to All-Ireland titles in 1998 and 2001.
His recent biography, ‘Keeping the Faith’ reveals the man’s passion for football in the West. MC on the night, Colin Regan, one of his former players, will talk to ‘Johnno’ about his life in the game, and the secret to unlocking Leitrim’s potential.
Prior to the interview, Benny Guckian will outline his plans for the year ahead while County Chairperson, Terrence Boyle, will offer an update on all Leitrim GAA activities. Joe Layden will also outline the ambitious plans of B.U.I..L.D,, an initiative designed to support Leitrim GAA in reaching its full potential.
The night will conclude with a special performance from some of Leitrim’s finest Scór performers, entertaining the audience with some home-grown talent and hospitality.
We also especially welcome Leitrim Guardian Person of the Year Hubert Mc Hugh.
The night, of course, kick-starts a fundraising campaign without which the Leitrim County Board simply couldn’t continue its high level of work and investment in Leitrim teams on and off the field. The event will take place on Thursday, January 19, in the Celtic Suite of Croke Park with parking available in the Cusack Stand car park (accessed through the GAA museum entrance off Clonliffe Road.
Doors will open at 7.30pm with the addresses and entertainment starting at 8pm sharp. Light refreshments will be provided at the interval with the night concluding at 9.45pm sharp.All are welcome to this free event.
I very much look forward to seeing you on the night.
Mike Feeney, Chairperson Dublin Branch
Ph:0872515433;email mike@mafeeney.com
09-Jan-17 by Mike Feeney-Leitrim GAA Supporters Club Dublin
Leitrim Under 20 Trials 2018
County FootballUnder 20 Trials 2018
Please note that Leitrim Under 20 Trials will take place on Sunday, January 14th at 11.00am and Sunday, January 21st at 11.00am at the Leitrim GAA Centre of Excellence, Annaduff.
It would be appreciated if clubs inform all eligible players of these trials and encourage these players to attend so that all players have the option of presenting for consideration for selection for the 2018 County Under 20 Panel.
If clubs or players have any queries please direct to Team Manager Joe Cox at 0872625571.
Many thanks,
Leitrim Under 20 Team Management 2018
New Rule Congress 2016 Applicable 1 January 2017
GeneralNew Rule – Congress 2016
Applicable 1 January 2017
2.12 Mark
When a player catches the ball cleanly from a Kick-Out without it touching the ground, on or past the 45m line nearest the Kick-Out point, he shall be awarded a ‘Mark’ by the Referee.
The player awarded a ‘Mark’ shall have the options of (a) Taking a free kick or (b) Playing on immediately.
The following procedures shall apply:
(a) Free Kick
The player shall signify to the Referee if he is availing of the free kick and then take the free kick himself from the hand from the point where he was awarded the ‘Mark’.
Once the player indicates he is taking the ‘Mark’, the Referee shall allow up to five seconds for the player to take the kick. If the player delays longer than five seconds, the Referee shall cancel the ‘Mark’ and throw in the ball between a player from each side.
Once the player indicates he is taking the ‘Mark’, the opposing players must retreat 10m to allow the player space to take the kick. If an opposing player deliberately blocks or attempts to block the kick within 10m, or if an opposing player impedes the player while he is taking the kick, the Referee shall penalise the opposing team by bringing the ball forward 13m.
If the Referee determines that the player who makes the ‘Mark’ has been injured in the process and is unable to take the kick, the Referee shall direct the Player’s nearest team mate to take the kick but he may not score directly from the kick.
(b) Play on immediately
(i) In this circumstance the player may not be challenged for the ball until he carries the ball up to a maximum of four consecutive steps or holds the ball for no longer than the time needed to take four steps and/or makes one act of kicking, handpassing, bouncing or toe-tapping the ball.
(ii) If the Player is illegally challenged, a free kick shall be awarded to his team from the point at which the challenge is made, and this free kick may be taken by any player on his team.
“The Mark” – Applicable 1 January 2017
Central Council gave an Interpretation as follows:
The referee shall award “the mark” by blowing the whistle.
“On or past the 45m line” shall mean that both feet of the catcher are on or past the 45m line when he catches the ball or on landing.
In order to signify that he wishes to take a free-kick, the player who catches the ball and has been awarded a “mark” by the referee should stop playing. If he does not obviously stop then it should be taken that he is “playing on”.
“Challenged” as mentioned in the rule is taken as “tackle” as defined; once the player plays on he may be tackled after four steps or once he plays the ball in any way.
All players must be at least 13 metres from where “the mark” is awarded.
When a player who is awarded a “mark” is injured, any team mate may take the free kick, which must be taken from the hands. The player in question may not score directly from the kick. (Current rule states that only the “nearest team mate” may take the free kick).
In order to be awarded a “Mark”, the ball must not have been touched in flight by another player.
Frequently Asked Questions:
1. How does the Referee award a “Mark”?
The Referee awards a Mark by blowing the whistle.
2. To be awarded a “Mark” does the catch have to be from a kick-out from the player’s own team?
No, a Mark shall be awarded if the catch is from a kick-out from either team.
3. Is a “Mark” awarded for a catch from a kick-out no matter where it takes place?
No, a Mark shall be awarded if the catch is made on or outside the 45m line from a kick-out from either team.
4. How does the player who is awarded the “Mark”, “signify to the Referee” that he is availing of the free kick?
In order to signify that he wishes to take a free-kick, the player who catches the ball and has been awarded the “Mark” by the Referee should stop playing. If he does not obviously stop then it should be taken that he is “playing on”.
5. How long has the player awarded the “Mark” to take the free kick?
He shall not delay longer than five seconds.
6. If the player awarded the “Mark” delays the taking of the free kick by more than five seconds, what is the award?
The Mark and free kick shall be cancelled and a throw-in between one player from each side is awarded
6. How far do players have to be from the free kick?
All players (team-mates and opponents) must be 13m from the free kick.
7. If the player who has been awarded the Mark chooses to take a free kick and a player from the opposing team blocks or attempts to block that kick within 13m or interferes with the player who has chosen to take the kick, what is the award?
A free kick 13m more advantageous shall be awarded.
8. What happens if a team mate plays the ball within 13m of the free kick awarded for the Mark?
A free kick is awarded to the opposition.
9. If the player awarded the Mark is injured in the process what is the award?
Any team mate may take the free kick from the hands, but he may not score directly frm the kick.
10. What is the award if a player, who is taking the free kick following an injury to a team mate, scores directly from the kick?
score is disallowed and a throw-in between one player from each side is awarded.
11. When the player awarded the Mark decides to play on, when may he be tackled?
He may be tackled after he takes four steps or once he plays the ball in any way.
12. What is the award if a player who has chosen to play on is illegally challenged?
A free kick shall be awarded at the point at which the illegal challenge is made.
13. Where can Players, Referees, Officials, Administrators and Supporters get more information?
For more information and explanatory video please visit gaa.ie here
04-Jan-17 by Official GAA
FBD Insurance 2017 Connacht GAA Senior League
County FootballFBD Insurance Connacht GAA Senior League
Home Team
Away Team
Date
Time
Round
Venue
Referee
Linesman
Mayo
N.U.I. Galway
8/1/2017
14:00
Round 1
Elverys MacHale Park, Castlebar
Barry Judge
E O’ Grady& C. Conway
Roscommon
IT Sligo
8/1/2017
14:00
Round 1
Abbey Park
Declan Corcoran
J. Henry & P. Guckian
IT Sligo
Mayo
15/1/2017
14:00
Round 2
James Stephens Park, Ballina
Shane Hehir
P. Neilan & TJ Keaveney
N.U.I. Galway
Roscommon
15/1/2017
14:00
Round 2
Ballyforan
JohnÓglavey
M. Duffy & A. Coyne
N.U.I. Galway
IT Sligo
22/1/2017
14:00
Round 3
Connacht GAA Centre
Garryowen Mc Mahon
R. McBrien & C. Quinn
Roscommon
Mayo
22/1/2017
14:00
Round 3
Kiltoom
John Gilmartin
E O Grady & A. O’ Connell
G.M.I.T.
Leitrim
8/1/2017
14:00
Round 1
Mohill
Brendan Healy
J. Gilmartin & R. Hynes
Galway
Sligo
8/1/2017
14:00
Round 1
Enniscrone
Paul Daly
L. Devenney & M. McGirl
Sligo
G.M.I.T.
15/1/2017
14:00
Round 2
Connacht GAA Centre
Martin Flaherty
F. Flynn & K. Mallon
Leitrim
Galway
15/1/2017
14:00
Round 2
Ballinamore
Liam Devenney
J. Henry & P. McTiernan
Leitrim
Sligo
22/1/2017
14:00
Round 3
tbc
James Molloy
tbc
Galway
G.M.I.T.
22/1/2017
14:00
Round 3
Loughgeorge
Marty Parker
Tbc & J, Regan
Top Team in Section A
Top Team in Section B
29/1/2017
14:00
Final
NB: ALL GAMES 35MIN. PER HALF: Rial 3.2-TIME Exceptions (i) T.O 2016 Part 2.
04-Jan-17 by Declan Bohan – PRO
Irish Language Conversation Classes
GeneralIrish Language Conversation Classes
Ciorcal Comhrá, or Irish language conversation classes start in Ballinamore Library on Tuesday next, 10 January 2017 at 8.00pm.
The Ciorcal is run in a very enjoyable manner and is attended by adults and also by some Leaving Cert students for whom the practice is good for their Irish orals. Those attending are divided into separate groups starting with people with very basic knowledge of Irish to those with a reasonable amount of the language and those who are more advanced.
The Ciorcal Comhrá starts Tuesday 10 January in Ballinamore Library at 8.00pm. Admission is free. Beidh Fáilte romhat.
04-Jan-17 by Sean O Suilleabhain
Leitrim Stor – An Ideal Christmas Present
GeneralLeitrim Stór – An Ideal Christmas Present
Leirim Stór, an excellent 241 publication which was launched at gala function in the Bush Hotel on Sunday July 31st last, is an ideal Christmas present for anyone out there looking for a publication has something literally for everyone. The stories reach across history and touch every corner of the county.
Editor Brendan Harvey has compiled a gem that will add gloriously to the many publications has have emerged over the years from our county.
You can catch a flavour of the publication by reading Andy Redicans thorough review of the book here courtesy of the Leitrim Observer.
Copies of the publication are available from the following outlets:
Mulvey’s, Reading Room and Leitrim Design House, Carrick-on-Shannon;
Duignan’s, Drumsna;
Hunt’s, Dromod;
Paul’s and Centra, Mohill;
Fenagh Visitor Centre;
Murphy’s, Supervalu and Genealogy Centre, Ballinamore;
Gala and Centra, Drumshanbo;
Breffni Stores, Drumkeeran;
Bredin’s and Supervalu, Manorhamilton;
McGoldrick’s, Dromahair;
McGowan’s, Kinlough;
Glancy’s, Glenfarne;
Rynn’s, Ballinaglera;
Cardiff’s, Drumcong;
Lee’s, Aghacashel.
16-Dec-16 by Declan Bohan – PRO
Club Competition Structures overhaul receives resounding support heading into 2017
GeneralMeeting Coiste Chontae Liatroma 15 Nollaig 2017
There was resounding support for a changing of the competition structures across all levels at the meeting of Coiste Chontae Liatroma tonight. Almost all competitions from Senior to Underage are the subject of structural change. Headlining this mood for change is the fact the SFC and IFC Competitions will now be played at round robin stage in two groups of six teams as a motion from Mohill was successful. League semi-finals have been removed in league competitions in Division 1 and 2. No less important and perhaps most significant is that underage structures have received their most radical revamp ever as Leitrim looks to the future.
Senior & Intermediate Football Championships 2017
The following will be the new format for the 2017 Connacht Gold Senior and Fox Monumentals Intermediate Championships:
That the 12 competing teams be divided into two groups of six (A & B) numbered 1-6 in each group, each team having five group games. Random selection will be used with the first team drawn out going into Group A and the second team to be drawn out going into Group B etc.
The top four teams in each group would make up the eight teams contesting the quarter-finals with the bottom two teams in each group contesting the Relegation Semi Finals.
The draw for the Quarter Finals will be as follows:
Place (Group) Place (Group)
1 (A) vs 4 (B)
2 (A) vs 3 (B)
1 (B) vs 4 (A)
2 (B) vs 3 (A)
The Semi Finals shall be an Open Draw.
The Relegation Semi-Finals would be as follows:
Place (Group) Place (Group)
5 (A) vs 6 (B)
6 (A) vs 5 (B)
Rule 6.24(4)(c) to apply in determining the final placings in the event of a tie at the conclusion of the league stage.
Underage Competition Structures
The Underage Review Committee was successful inÓgaining very large support for the new structures proposed. Changes will see age grades moving from the more traditional age grades as underage and adult football are totally decoupled for 2017 with Under 18 grade removed and replaced by Under 17. Provision has been made in the games calendar for a much better spread of games and the number of games at each level has beenÓgreatly increased, in most cases almost doubled. It is planned to have all games played at 15 a side and 13 a side with official 11 a side and 9 a side competitions removed from the games calendar.
Under 13, 15 and 17 Competition Regulations 2017
The following Competition Regulations will apply for 2017:
Under 13 Leagues
Games in 13 a side and 15 a side to be played in Round Robin format with all teams playing each other in accordance with draws completed by CCC Liatroma.
Following the conclusion of the round robin series team in 1st and 2nd place in each of the 15 a side and 13 a side shall play in respective league finals.
Following the conclusion of the round robin series team in 3rd and 4th place in each of the 15 a side and 13 a side shall play in respective shield finals.
Following the conclusion of the round robin series team in 5th and 6th place in each of the 15 a side and 13 a side shall play in respective plate finals.
Teams in 7th and 8th place of 15 a side shall be regraded to 13 a side championship and replaced by the 13 a side league finalists.
Under 13 Championships
Games in 13 a side and 15 a side to be played in Round Robin format with all teams playing each other in accordance with draws completed by CCC Liatroma.
Following the conclusion of the round robin series, a top 4 and bottom 4/5 shall be determined in each respective competition.
Top 4 shall play for the A Championship and bottom 4/5 shall play a Shield competition in each of 15 a side and 13 a side.
In the A Championship two semi finals shall be played with 1st place playing 4th and 2nd playing 3rd. Respective semi final winners meet in A Championship Final.
In the Shield Competition two semi-finals shall be played with 5th playing 8th/9th and 6th playing 7th. Respective semi-final winners meet in the Shield Final.
Under 15 Leagues
Games in 13 a side and 15 a side to be played in Round Robin format with all teams playing each other in accordance with draws completed by CCC Liatroma.
Following the conclusion of the round robin series team in 1st and 2nd place in each of the 15 a side and 13 a side shall play in respective league finals.
Following the conclusion of the round robin series team in 3rd and 4th place in each of the 15 a side and 13 a side shall play in respective shield finals.
Following the conclusion of the round robin series team in 5th and 6th place in each of the 15 a side and 13 a side shall play in respective plate finals.
Teams in 7th and 8th place of 15 a side shall be regraded to 13 a side championship and replaced by the 13 a side league finalists.
Under 15 Championships
Games in 13 a side and 15 a side to be played in Round Robin format with all teams playing each other in accordance with draws completed by CCC Liatroma.
Following the conclusion of the round robin series, a top 4 and bottom 4 shall be determined in each respective competition.
Top 4 shall play for the A Championship and bottom 4 shall play a Shield competition in each of 15 a side and 13 a side.
In the A Championship two semi finals shall be played with 1st place playing 4th and 2nd playing 3rd. Respective semi final winners meet in A Championship Final.
In the Shield Competition two semi finals shall be played with 5th playing 8th and 6th playing 7th. Respective semi final winners meet in the Shield Final.
Under 17 Leagues
Games in 13 a side and 15 a side to be played in Round Robin format with all teams playing each other in accordance with draws completed by CCC Liatroma.
Following the conclusion of the round robin series team in 1st and 2nd place in each of the 15 a side and 13 a side shall play in respective league finals.
Teams in 7th and 8th place of 15 a side league shall be regraded to 13 a side championship and replaced by the 13 a side league finalists.
Under 17 Championships
Games in 13 a side and 15 a side to be played in Round Robin format with all teams playing each other in accordance with draws completed by CCC Liatroma.
Following the conclusion of the round robin series, a top 4 and bottom 4 shall be determined in each respective competition.
Top 4 shall play for the A Championship and bottom 4 shall play a Shield competition in each of 15 a side and 13 a side.
In the A Championship two semi finals shall be played with 1st place playing 4th and 2nd playing 3rd. Respective semi final winners meet in A Championship Final.
In the Shield Competition two semi finals shall be played with 5th playing 8th and 6th playing 7th. Respective semi final winners meet in the Shield Final.
Regulations governing the administration of competition, including postponements, will be drawn up by the CCC.
Pitch Dimensions
Under 13 Leagues and Championships
100m x 80m using small regulatory portable goals.
Under 15 Leagues and Championships
Full pitch
15-Dec-16 by Declan Bohan – PRO
Notice of Important Meetings
GeneralNotice of Important Meetings
Wednesday December 7th 7.30pm Páirc Seán Mac Diarmada
Underage Structures Review Presentation
Monday December 12th 5pm Bush Hotel
Annual General Meeting of Cumann na mBunscoil Liatroma
Monday December 12th 7.30pm Bush Hotel
Comhdháil Bhliantúil CLG Liatroma 2017
Thursday December 15th 7.30pm Páirc Seán Mac Diarmada
Coiste Chontae Liatroma Meeting to deal with Competition Regulations 2017
Friday December 16th 9pm Bush Hotel
Annual General Meeting of Coiste Iomána Liatroma
07-Dec-16 by Declan Bohan – PRO
Coiste Chontae Liatroma Awards 2016
GeneralCoiste Chontae Liatroma Awards 2016
Jim Lynch Hall of Fame: Patsy Prior, Aughawillan
County Player of Year: Paddy Maguire, Glencar/Manorhamilton
Senior Club Player of Year: Pearce Dolan, Aughawillan
Intermediate Club Player of Year: Dean Mc Govern, Ballinamore Sean O Heslins
Junior Club Player of Year: Seamus Sweeney, Aughavas
Senior Referee of Year: Noel Heron, Allen Gaels
Minor Player of Year: Darren Maxwell, Ballinamore Sean O Heslins
U16 Player of Year: Aaron Hoare, Aughasheelin
Coiste na nÓg Referee of Year: Kevin Mallon, Bornacoola
Club Grounds of Year: Allen Gaels
County Hurler of Year: Liam Moreton, Carrick Hurling
Senior Club Hurler of Year: Niall Mc Loughlin, Cluainin Iomáint
Junior Club Hurler of Year: Peter Poniard, Cluainin Iomáint
Senior Handballer of Year: Joel Smith, Glencar/Manorhamilton
Juvenile Handballer of Year: Cormac Scollan, Fenagh Handball
05-Dec-16 by Declan Bohan – PRO
Scór na nÓg 2017 Finals
ScórScór na nÓg 2017 Finals
The County Finals of Scór na nÓg took place last Sunday December 4th in Ballinamore Community Centre. The county finalists took to the stage to give their best polished performance to an eager audience and most importantly the judges. In line with the new All-Ireland system of one single judge per competition, adjudicators from Westmeath & Sligo had the task of deciding the Leitrim finalists and had no easy tasks on the day as standard of competitors and efforts from the club left them with a lot of hard decisions to make.
Aoife OMalley from Carrigallen hosted the afternoons competition as Bean an Tí. Although the competition ran straight to County final this year, it none the less produced a fine afternoons entertainment.
Clubs that took part, made huge efforts to enter most of the competitions, in particular Mohill and St Marys with huge turnout of competitors. It was great to see such a large crowd for the 2017 finals and to see many clubs making a comeback this year – Glencar-Manorhamilton, Dromahair and Carrigallen, fantastic to see new faces on the stage. Congratulations to all of the clubs that took part and help keep the tradition alive.
With no Leiriu or Set dancing entered for Leitrim this year, Ideally we would like to see participants competing in all categories next year. Scór scriptwriting competition is underway though Croke park, this aims to provide counties with scripts for Leiriu and will help out clubs with ideas and plays to use for this competition. It is open to clubs to use these scripts and help build on ideas for Leiriu for future entries.
Medals were presented to the all the Leitrim winners by Terence Boyle, Chairperson of Leitrim County Board. The Cormac MacGiolla Shield for Club na Bliana was an adjudicators choice this year and was won by Naomh Muire club for their huge participation.
Thanks to all the clubs and mentors for giving of their time so selflessly to aid and encourage the young people of their clubs to take part this year. It is safe to say the future of our Irish heritage and culture is safe and well in these young hands.
The Leitrim County Title Winners are as follows:
Rince Foirne: Glencar-Manorhamilton
Amhranaíocht Aonair: Katie Conefrey, Fenagh
Ceol Uirlise: St Marys
Aithriseoireacht: Michael Connorton, St Marys
Bailéad Ghrúpa: St Marys
The winners proceed to the Connacht Finals in Claremorris, Co Mayo, on Sunday 15th of January 2017 at 2pm. Wishing all of the clubs the very best of luck.
05-Dec-16 by Claire Crossan – Oifigeach Cultura agus Teanga
Scór na nÓg 2017
Scór22-Nov-16 by Claire Crossan – Oifigeach Cultura agus Teanga
Deliberate Play-Deliberate Practice Coaching Session with Paddy Christie
CoachingDeliberate Play-Deliberate Practice Coaching Session
On Saturday December 3rd at 10am in Centre of Excellence, Annaduff, Leitrim GAA is hosting a special Coaching Session for all GAA Coaches. The session is being delivered by former Dublin Captain Paddy Christie and is not to be missed. It is geared specifically towards coaches of Underage players but all Leitrim GAA coaches are very welcome to attend.
Course Duration: 1.5-2 hours
Course Aim
Deliberate Play activity includes classic street games which are usually played with small sided teams and flexible peer defined rules. Play inspires thinking and adaptation promoting creative problem solving and conflict resolution. It allows children to build their ownÓgames, define their own rules and defines the cognitive skills that are needed not only for playerss.
In contrast Deliberate Practice is the focused improvement through repetitive activity, continual feedback and correction.
Spomtaneous activity to encourage free play
Highly structured activities designed to advance your skillls
Emphasise specific skills for a competitive edge by building on your pre existing skillls
Highlighting thr link between unstructured play and deliberate practice
Methodology
Short Powerpoint presentation and field based presentation during which coaches will gain practical experience through practical coaching drills, skills and conditioned games.
Booking: Contact James Glancy at james.glancy.gda.leitrim@gaa.ie or 0864082561. Places are limited so early booking is advised but in any event before Dec1st.
Cost: €5
19-Nov-16 by Declan Bohan – PRO