2016 may be the Centenary year of the Easter rising but it is now also the year St Marys rose to new heights in Scór. The Carrick club incredibly outdid all expectations taking 4 Connacht titles back to Naomh Muire, Leitrim, in St Johns hall Lecarrow on Saturday last.
An amazing achievement for the club winning Figure Dance, Recitation, Instrumental music and Ballad group. It was surely history in the making for Laura Crossan winning the recitation competition, taking her Connacht 2016 medal total to 4 as multi talented lady was also part of the 3 winning Naomh Muire group events.
Leitrim also retained the Cormac MacGilla cup which was won in recognition of Leitrim success, the cup has never been outside of Leitrim since it was introduced to the competition, it was presented to Cathaoirleach Coiste Scór Liatroma Claire Crossan.
St Marys were first to the stage in Rince Foirne and won the Figure Dance, seeing off St Aiden’s of Roscommon. This is the clubs 4th qualifier to the All-Ireland, having won it for the first time in 2012 and they will be hoping to go the extra mile and bring the title back to Leitrim.
Paula Kiernan from CarrigallenÓgave a fabulous self-penned performance in solo singing but Norrie Kane of Abbeyknockmoy took the title back to Galway.
St Marys represented Leitrim in Instrumental Music; they gave a flawless foot tapping performance, a first win for the club in music at Connacht.
Laura Crossan also from St Mary’s club went down a treat in Recitation delivering to all in the crowd with a very entertaining piece and clinched her first Connacht Recitation medal. St Mary’s last win in recitation was in 1979 when Tom Fitzgerald won the All- Ireland for the club. The renewal of that Connacht title in this competition was a long time in the waiting for the Marys.
A fabulous win for St Marys Ballad group who gave yet another outstanding performance. Having made it to the All-Ireland on 3 separate occasions in past years, elation was felt among the Leitrim supporters for this exceptional group. It really will be a St Marys year with this group also making their fourth All-Ireland debut.
The fantastic and witty Cloone were unfortunate not to take the Leiriu. Fantastic stage presentationÓgiven to roars of the audiences laughter but dismay among the Leitrim’s suporters when Elphin were awarded the title.
Mary Mostyn competed for St Marys in Rince Sean-Os, a very well executed performance, the execution of her traditional old style steps with some very nice movements, a fabulously uplifting competition to watch as Mary delivered with such passion and poise. The winner was Roscommon.
Set Dancing was represented by the fabulous young Fenagh team, a fine performance but unfortunately not the winners. The clubs dancers will be feeling dissapointment not to be joing their question time team representing the county in Killarney. Cloones Gerry McGovernÓgave a few words on the night in his role as Cathaoirleach Coiste Scór Connachta.
Connacht 2016 Winners
Rince Foirne: St Marys, Leitrim
Solo Singing: Norrie Quinn, Abbeyknockmoy, Galway
Recitation: Laura Crossan St Marys, Leitrim
Instrumental Music: St Marys Leitrim
Sean-Os: Kilbride Roscommon
Ballad Group: St Marys, Leitrim
Set Dance: Abbeyknockmoy Galway
Tickets for the All Ireland
Tickets for the All Ireland Finals in the INEC Killarney on Saturday 2nd April must be ordered in advance. Unfortunately as we go to press, the ticket sales had closed on Monday 14th March. However if anyone would like to enquire for tickets please contact 087/6472547. We will do our best to secure if we can as there will be no box office on the day of the final. Tickets are priced at €20.
13-Mar-16 by Claire Crossan – PRO – Scor
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The late Frank Heavey Ballinamore Sean O Heslins and New York
GeneralThe late Frank Heavey, Ballinamore Sean O Heslins and New York
Frank Heavey, one of the greatest footballers to don the Ballinamore Sean O’Heslin’s jersey has died suddenly in New York. Frank played senior football for Leitrim in the early 1980’s and would have been on the team for longer only for emigrating to America during the lean years of the mid 1980s. Frank won three senior football championships with the Ballinamore club. His first was in 1982 and he captained the winning side in 1986. He was in America in 1988 and missed their successful run in the championship but was back playing at centre half forward when they won the final in 1990. He was an outstanding full forward and a gentleman both on the field and off. We extend our deepest sympathies to the Heavey family on their sad loss.
Go ndéana Dia trócaire air.
14-Mar-16 by Declan Bohan – PRO
The Late Seamus Wrynn Tarmon Ballinamore and New York
GeneralThe Late Seamus Wrynn, Tarmon, Ballinamore and New York
Seamus Wrynn, a native of Tarmon, Ballinamore, who died in New York on Friday last was a well known player for many years with the Ballinamore Club, before emigrating to the USA in the 1950s.
14-Mar-16 by Declan Bohan – PRO
Connacht 2016 Winners
Scór2016 may be the Centenary year of the Easter rising but it is now also the year St Marys rose to new heights in Scór. The Carrick club incredibly outdid all expectations taking 4 Connacht titles back to Naomh Muire, Leitrim, in St Johns hall Lecarrow on Saturday last.
An amazing achievement for the club winning Figure Dance, Recitation, Instrumental music and Ballad group. It was surely history in the making for Laura Crossan winning the recitation competition, taking her Connacht 2016 medal total to 4 as multi talented lady was also part of the 3 winning Naomh Muire group events.
Leitrim also retained the Cormac MacGilla cup which was won in recognition of Leitrim success, the cup has never been outside of Leitrim since it was introduced to the competition, it was presented to Cathaoirleach Coiste Scór Liatroma Claire Crossan.
St Marys were first to the stage in Rince Foirne and won the Figure Dance, seeing off St Aiden’s of Roscommon. This is the clubs 4th qualifier to the All-Ireland, having won it for the first time in 2012 and they will be hoping to go the extra mile and bring the title back to Leitrim.
Paula Kiernan from CarrigallenÓgave a fabulous self-penned performance in solo singing but Norrie Kane of Abbeyknockmoy took the title back to Galway.
St Marys represented Leitrim in Instrumental Music; they gave a flawless foot tapping performance, a first win for the club in music at Connacht.
Laura Crossan also from St Mary’s club went down a treat in Recitation delivering to all in the crowd with a very entertaining piece and clinched her first Connacht Recitation medal. St Mary’s last win in recitation was in 1979 when Tom Fitzgerald won the All- Ireland for the club. The renewal of that Connacht title in this competition was a long time in the waiting for the Marys.
A fabulous win for St Marys Ballad group who gave yet another outstanding performance. Having made it to the All-Ireland on 3 separate occasions in past years, elation was felt among the Leitrim supporters for this exceptional group. It really will be a St Marys year with this group also making their fourth All-Ireland debut.
The fantastic and witty Cloone were unfortunate not to take the Leiriu. Fantastic stage presentationÓgiven to roars of the audiences laughter but dismay among the Leitrim’s suporters when Elphin were awarded the title.
Mary Mostyn competed for St Marys in Rince Sean-Os, a very well executed performance, the execution of her traditional old style steps with some very nice movements, a fabulously uplifting competition to watch as Mary delivered with such passion and poise. The winner was Roscommon.
Set Dancing was represented by the fabulous young Fenagh team, a fine performance but unfortunately not the winners. The clubs dancers will be feeling dissapointment not to be joing their question time team representing the county in Killarney. Cloones Gerry McGovernÓgave a few words on the night in his role as Cathaoirleach Coiste Scór Connachta.
Connacht 2016 Winners
Rince Foirne: St Marys, Leitrim
Solo Singing: Norrie Quinn, Abbeyknockmoy, Galway
Recitation: Laura Crossan St Marys, Leitrim
Instrumental Music: St Marys Leitrim
Sean-Os: Kilbride Roscommon
Ballad Group: St Marys, Leitrim
Set Dance: Abbeyknockmoy Galway
Tickets for the All Ireland
Tickets for the All Ireland Finals in the INEC Killarney on Saturday 2nd April must be ordered in advance. Unfortunately as we go to press, the ticket sales had closed on Monday 14th March. However if anyone would like to enquire for tickets please contact 087/6472547. We will do our best to secure if we can as there will be no box office on the day of the final. Tickets are priced at €20.
13-Mar-16 by Claire Crossan – PRO – Scor
The late Aiden McGowan Carns Grange CoSligo and formerly Melvin Gaels GAA Club
GeneralThe late Aiden McGowan, Carns, Grange, Co.Sligo and formerly Melvin Gaels GAA Club.
The death has occurred of former Melvin Gaels GAA stalwart, Aiden McGowan. A retired Primary School Teacher, Aiden was immersed in the GAA all his life. A member of the famed McGowan family of the Melvin Gaels GAA Club, he shared in the considerable upturn in his club’s fortunes in the late 1950s and early 1960s. Melvin Gaels won 4-in-row Leitrim SFC titles 1959-1962.
Off the field Aiden was a most accomplished GAA administrator at all levels from Club to Páirc an Chrócaigh. He was Vice Chairman of Coiste Chontae Liatroma in the mid 1960s. He notably held the positions of Uachtarán Comhairle Connacht 1973-76 and indeed as Senior Leas Uachráran Cumann Lúthchleas Gael had the honour of presenting the Liam McCarthy Cup to winning Kilkenny Captain Billy Fitzpatrick, following their victory over Galway, in 1975. Uachtarán Cumann Luthchleas Gael, the late Donal Keenan was unavoidably absent on that date. He later held the esteemed position of Trustee of Cumann Lúthchleas Gael. Aiden was a lifelong Melvin Gaels GAA man and held many positions on the Club Committee, most recently as Honorary President.
Aiden is sadly missed by his loving wife Kathleen, sons Enda and Brian, daughters Aideen and Orla, brothers Fr. Séamus (Texas), Máirtín, Padraic, Brendan, Kevin and Colm, and extended family and many friends. His remains are reposing at his home on Monday from 3pm to 9pm and on Tuesday from 3pm to 7pm. Removal on Tuesday evening to The Church of Mary Immaculate, Grange, to arrive at 8pm. Requiem Mass on Wednesday at 12 noon with burial afterwards in Ahamlish Cemetery.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh sé.
13-Mar-16 by Declan Bohan – PRO
GAA National Club Draw 2016 Results
GeneralGAA National Club Draw 2016
The GAA National Club Draw 2016 took place earlier today and there is good news for one lucky Leitrim GAA member and a Leitrim Club!!
The draw raised over €1.67m for clubs across the country.
The complete list of winners can be downlaoded here
11-Mar-16 by Declan Bohan – PRO
GAA Monthly Newsletter March 2016
GeneralGAA Monthly Newsletter March 2016
The latest GAA Club Newsletter is now available to all GAA club members and supporters for download at GAA.ie
It includes many articles of interest to all GAA followers.
Proceed to download by clicking here
10-Mar-16 by Declan Bohan – PRO
Croke Park 1916 Commemoration Event
GeneralCroke Park 1916 Commemoration Event, 24 April 2016.
The GAA is calling on members from all of its clubs and members of the public to join in at Croke Park on Sunday April 24 for the Association’s national 1916 Commemorative Event.
The show, which will take place after the Division One and Two Allianz Football League finals, will present the story of Ireland in a theatrical production that will include the best elements of the Irish cultural entertainment.
To read the full text of the GAA Press Release please click here
10-Mar-16 by Declan Bohan – PRO
Scór na mBunscoilleanna
ScórThe 2 nights of Scór na mBunscoileanna took place in the Mayflower Drumshanbo on Thursday 3rd and in Cloone Community hall Friday 4th of March. 21 schools took part over both nights. The standards of performances were an absolute credit to the schools, parents and teachers, the children really promoted the culture and talent of the schools. Some very strong and youthful contenders to possibly go forward to Scór na nÓg next Autumn. Question Time was a tough competition with teams with near equal marks right to the end on both nights.
Many thanks and credit to our Bean agus Fear an Tis, Thursday night was compared by Leitrim NS, Siobhan McElgunn and Friday was hosted by Cloones Seamus and Enda Tiernan.
The best performance on each night in each event got medals in first and second place, and even went to a tie also in a few places.
The Cormac Mac Giolla shield for the best school overall was won by Annaduff National School.
Leitrim Scór na mBunscoileanna winners:
Rince Foirne: Thurs – Gaelscoil Liatroma, Fri – St Patricks NS Drumshanbo
Amhranaíocht: Thurs – Eleanor Mc Dermott St Joseph’s NS, Fri – Caoimhe Mooney, Annaduff NS
Ceol: Thurs – Carrigallen A, Fri- Annaduff NS
Recitation: Thurs – Michael Connorton, Scoil Muire NS Carrick, Fri – Tommy Taylor, Annaduff NS
Trath na gCeist: Thurs – Kiltubrid, Fri – St Manachans Mohill B & Ballinamore NS A,
Nuachleas: Thurs – Aughawillan NS & Drumlea NS, Fri – St Patricks NS Drumshanbo
Bailéad Ghrúpa: Thurs – Leitrim NS B, Fri – Annaduff NS
Rince sean Nós: Thurs – Catherine Curran, Leitrim NS, Fri – Eoin Reynolds Aughnasheelan NS
Rince Seit: No set Thursday, Fri – Aughnasheelan
08-Mar-16 by Claire Crossan – PRO – Scor
Handball News
Handball07-Mar-16 by Niall Scollan – Leitrim Handball
Allianz Hurling League Fixture Change of Venue
County HurlingDue to Allianz Football League Division 1 fixture Roscommon v Down change of venue to Pearse Park Longford, Leitrims opening Allianz Hurling League Fixture v Longford has been moved to Clonguish GAA Grounds at 2pm Sunday.
03-Mar-16 by Declan Bohan – PRO
EIRGRID CONNACHT U21 FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP 2016
County FootballEIRGRID CONNACHT U 21 FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP 2016
Extra Time in all games
Pre Lim: Wednesday 9th March
7.30pm
A: Roscommon v Galway Kiltoom
Referee J Henry (M)
Standby Referee/Linesman Marty Duffy (S)
Linesman J Glavey (M)
Sideline Official G McMahon (M)
Field Officer: J Meehan
Semi Finals: Saturday 19th March
5.00pm
Sligo v A Markievicz Park
Referee E O Grady (L)
Standby Referee/Linesman L Devenney (M)
Linesman R McBrien (L)
Sideline Official S Quinn (L)
Field Officer: R Brennan;
5.00pm
Leitrim v Mayo Carrick on Shannon
Referee J Gilmartin (S)
Standby Referee/Linesman J Molloy (G)
Linesman P Daly (R)
Sideline Official V Hardiman (R)
Field Officer: J Meehan/ P McNicholas
FINAL
Saturday 2nd April
AISF: Saturday 16th April: C v L: U v M
AIF: Saturday 30th April
01-Mar-16 by Declan Bohan – PRO
CONNACHT MINOR FOOTBALL LEAGUE 2016
County FootballCONNACHT MINOR FOOTBALL LEAGUE 2016
Round 1
Galway v Leitrim Saturday 12th March 17:00 Tuam
Mayo v Roscommon Saturday 12th March 17:00 Charlestown
Sligo v Longford Saturday 12th March 17:00 Coolooney
Round 2
Roscommon v Sligo Saturday 19th March 14:30 Boyle/Markievicz Park
Leitrim v Mayo Saturday 19th March 15:30 Carrick on Shannon
Longford v Galway Saturday 19th March 14:30 Rathcline
Round 3
Leitrim v Sligo Saturday 26th March 17:00 Cloone
Mayo v Galway Saturday 26th March 17:00 Ballinrobe
Roscommon v Longford Saturday 26th March 17:00
Round 4
Longford v Leitrim Saturday 2nd April 17:30 Newtownforbes
Galway v Roscommon Saturday 2nd April 17:30 Kilglass
Sligo v Mayo Saturday 2nd April 17:30 Tubbercurry
Round 5
Galway v Sligo Saturday 9th April 17:30 Tuam
Mayo v Longford Saturday 9th April 17:30 Ballaghderreen
Leitrim v Roscommon Saturday 9th April 17:30 Carrick on Shannon
This is 1st Year of a two year cycle. Rial 6.20(4) and 6.37 T.O 2015 Applies to final placings.
Experimental Rules for the Connacht Minor Football league
1 Only 3 Consecutive hand passes will be allowed.
2 No back pass to the Goalkeeper.
3 A mark will be allowed if the ball is kicked out past the 45m line and is caught cleanly.
A player has the option of continuing to play.
4 On receipt of a free the kicker must kick the ball forward.
A breach of any of the above will result in a free to the opposition.
01-Mar-16 by Declan Bohan – PRO