Barry Feely remembered, Masters congratulated, championships continue
The Boyle U-14 girls' football panel that defeated Pádraig Pearses in Saturday's Division 4A Championship final in Ballyleague.
SENIOR CAMOGS: The senior camogie team were defeated by Four Roads in Creggs on Saturday evening. They play St. Dominic’s in their semi-final on Saturday, October 4th. Details to be finalised by fixtures committee this week.
U-8 PARTY: The U-8 panel enjoyed their end-of-year party in the Mulhern Park clubhouse on Wednesday last. The panel of 21 players were in attendance and were presented with participation certificates after their pizza party. The panel have their final blitz of the year in Lisnamult on Saturday next.
U-16 TEAM: The U-16 team defeated Carrick in their championship semi-final in Tremane on Thursday last. They play Oran in the final next Sunday (time and venue to be confirmed).
MEN’S TEAMS: The McGovern Civils sponsored senior men’s football team lost out to Pádraig Pearses in the championship quarter-final last weekend (see match report, page 12). The Cooney Motors sponsored men’s junior team were beaten by Western Gaels, 1-14 to 0-8, in their Junior A quarter-final (see match report, page 22). Thanks to the players, management and backroom staff associated with both teams.
UNDERAGE NEWS: The U-14 B boys’ team will play Roscommon Gaels on September 23rd in Abbey Park at 6.30 p.m., while the U-14 A boys’ team are at home to Western Gaels on September 25th at 6.30 p.m..
LGFA: Congratulations to the U-14 Division Four team who have been crowned county champions after their victory over Pádraig Pearses. Hard luck to the brilliant U-16 girls who lost out to Pádraig Pearses in their final on Saturday. Well done to the senior ladies’ footballers who defeated Éire Óg, 1-17 to 0-3, in the Abbey Park on Sunday evening to set up a semi-final meeting against St. Brigid’s in Kiltoom on Sunday next at 11 a.m..
BARRY FEELY, RIP: Last week, the club lost one of its most loyal and steadfast supporters, Boyle GAA Club President, Mr Barry Feely. Barry has been a lifelong supporter of the club, both on and off the pitch. He followed in the footsteps of his grandfather, Patrick J. Feely, who was one of the founding members of the GAA in County Roscommon. Barry’s father, Henry Feely, was a founding member of the Northern County GAA Board. Barry was a member of the 1964 junior championship-winning team. Once he hung up his football boots, he held many executive roles within the club over the course of 50 years. He was club treasurer in 1970. He held the position of club chairperson on two separate occasions during the seventies and eighties. He was also involved in the purchasing and development of the lands where Boyle’s current club pitch, Abbey Park, now stands. Barry’s family carry on the strong tradition of involvement in the GAA that their father taught them. His son Shane is the current club chairperson. His daughter Rhona has held several roles in the LGFA, including her current role as PRO. A number of his extended family hold numerous positions on the executive committee and also play at both senior and junior level with the GAA, LGFA and camogie clubs. The club extends its heartfelt condolences to Ursula, Rhona, Colin, Ciara, Finbarr and Shane, and to the extended Feely and Killoran families. Thank you to everyone who came out to take part in the guard of honour and who helped with traffic control for Barry’s removal at Feelystone. May Barry’s soul Rest In Peace.
LOTTO: There was no winner of the lotto jackpot. Lucky dip winners were Stephen Doherty, Tom Beatty, Denis McDermott, Monica McFadden and Ellen Flynn. Next week’s jackpot will be €5,600 for the draw in Tully’s Hotel on Friday evening.
UNDERAGE TEAMS: The U-14 boys are playing Kilglass/St. Barry’s on Thursday evening in the county semi-final at O’Rourke Park at 6.30 p.m.. The minor footballers play Kilmore/Shannon Gaels in their Division One semi-final on Saturday next at 4.30 p.m.. The Junior B footballers are at home to St. Brigid’s on Sunday at 12.30 p.m.. Support for all Castlerea St. Kevin’s teams would be appreciated.
CONGRATULATIONS: Well done to senior team coach, Seán Ryan, alongside former players, Ger Heneghan and Cathal Dineen, and all involved with the Roscommon Masters team on a great win against Armagh in the All-Ireland Plate final in Kiltoom last Saturday. The club also sends its congratulations to Aoife O’Rourke on being crowned world boxing champion in Liverpool recently.
SYMPATHY: The club would like to pass on its condolences to Paddy, Michael, Kieran, and all the extended McDermott family, Cloontarsna/Newmarket-on-Fergus, on the passing of their brother John who captained the Castlerea St. Kevin’s junior team that won the 1989 county final. May John Rest In Peace.
WEEKLY UPDATE: Best of luck to the Junior B football team against Clann na nGael in their upcoming championship game on Sunday in the Orchard at 1.30 p.m.. Hard luck to the Elphin/Ballinameen U-16 team who lost out to Pádraig Pearses in their championship semi-final. Hard luck to the U-14 team who were beaten by St. Aidan’s in the shield semi-final. Thank you to St. Michael’s, Kilbride and Boyle GAA Club who played the club’s U-8 teams in an end-of-year blitz on Saturday morning. Well done to the U-10 team who enjoyed lovely activities in Forest Park, Boyle, on Saturday morning. Best of luck to the U-11 team who travel to St. James’ GAA Club in Galway to play in the rescheduled Darragh Frain Tournament on Saturday. Best of luck also to the minor football team who play St. Dominic’s in the Orchard on Saturday in their Division Two Championship semi-final.
UNDERAGE NEWS: The U-8 footballers have taken part in blitzes at Knockcroghery and Elphin in recent weeks. The season wraps up with a game against St. Ciaran’s on Thursday and a training session on Saturday. Senan Naughton’s equaliser earned the U-12 team (younger group) a share of the spoils against Michael Glaveys last week. The Group One team defeated Castlerea St. Kevin’s. The squad deserve great credit for their consistency, effort, and development throughout the season. The minor footballers are in Division Two semi-final action against St. Aidan’s in Ballyforan on Friday evening.
INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALLERS: After being beaten by Pádraig Pearses, 2-10 to 0-5, the intermediate footballers face St. Barry’s in their relegation final on Wednesday week, October 1st, in Kiltoom.
LGFA: The intermediate ladies’ footballers play Pádraig Pearses in their county semi-final at Woodmount on Sunday at 11 a.m.. Meanwhile, “Rocky’s Rebels” play Strokestown in their junior semi-final on Sunday in Kilbride at 3 p.m.. This group has come together with purpose and pride, honouring the memory of Rochelle Mullaney through their commitment and camaraderie. The U-16 girls delivered a strong performance against Michael Glaveys in their Division 1B semi-final. While the result didn’t go their way, the team defended superbly and remained competitive throughout.
MASTERS: Congratulations to Kilbride’s representatives, Anthony McDermott and Paul Foxe, and the Roscommon Masters team, who defeated Armagh in the All-Ireland Plate final on Saturday.
NIGHT OUT: The Kilbride GAA Social will celebrate 25 years since the club’s senior football championship success in 2000 on Saturday, October 25th, in the Abbey Hotel. For full details and tickets, check the club’s social media pages or the Kilbride GAA App.
JUNIOR FOOTBALLERS: The junior footballers were defeated by St. Croan’s, 1-21 to 1-15, in their championship quarter-final in Ballinameen on Sunday afternoon (see match report, page 21). Thanks to the players for their commitment to the Kilglass Gaels jersey and the management team of James, Denis, Graham, Chris D, and Niall for their hard work and dedication. Thanks also to physio Thomas, Aidan and Chris T for organising the gear, and refreshments, and, of course, Martina for always having the lads look their best. The club also expresses its appreciation to Paddy and Mairead Harte of Harte’s Civil Engineering who continue to sponsor the men’s team. Finally, thanks to the club’s amazing supporters.
LGFA: The Kilglass Gaels/Kilmore U-16 girls were crowned county champions after getting the better of Castlerea on a scoreline of 4-10 to 3-7. The junior ladies play St. Mary’s in their county semi-final in Kilglass on Sunday next at 11 a.m..
FAMILY DAY: The Family Day, celebrating the 25th anniversary of the club’s first ever championship title, was a huge success. Thanks to Diarmaid Murtagh for coming and presenting all the kids with medals.
FUNDRAISER: The Win a Massey fundraiser continues. For just €10, you could be the winner of one of the club’s ten prizes — the top prize being a Massey Ferguson 35 or €5,000 kindly sponsored by Mickey James and Pauline Cox, Hollybrook. Tickets are priced at €10 each, three for €20 or eight for €50. The draw will take place on the October Bank Holiday weekend. Other prizes include, 2nd, €1000 sponsored by Harte Civil Engineering; 3rd, Solar powered electric fence sponsored by Solar Pump Solutions; 4th, €500 sponsored by Euro Accessories; 5th, €500 Corrib Oil voucher sponsored by Pauric Frayne Tractor Cab Repairs; 6th, two nights bed and breakfast and evening meal in the Shearwater, Ballinasloe, sponsored by Aidan and Martina Tully, Slatta; 7th, Samsung Galaxy Tablet sponsored by Richie Dooner Carpentry; 8th, €300 sponsored by King and Moffatt Electrical; 9th, €200 sponsored by Seamus Feeney Agri Consultant; 10th, €100 Corrib Oil Voucher sponsored by Corrib Oil.
INTERMEDIATE CHAMPIONSHIP: Hard luck to the King and Moffatt sponsored intermediate football panel who were defeated by St. Michael's on Sunday last. Thanks to the players and management for their commitment and effort during the year.
LGFA: Congratulations to the Kilmore/Kilglass Gaels U-16 team who defeated Castlerea in the Division 2B final on Sunday. Well done to the players and management on a great win.
OTHER NEWS: Kilmore GAA Club extends its deepest sympathy to Noel, Elizabeth, Jack, Kay and the extended Sharkey and Sheehan family on the passing of Doreen Sharkey. The lotto draw takes place in the Silver Eel on Sunday evening.
UPDATE: The U-11 footballers defeated St. Brendan’s in both their games at Glenamaddy. The U-12 footballers recorded a comprehensive 6-11 to 0-1 victory against St. Gabriel’s in Kilconnell. Their next game is a home tie against Caltra. The U-16 footballers play Naomh Pádraig An Fhairche in their quarter-final on Tuesday in Glenamaddy at 6.15 p.m.. The U-19 footballers were edged out by Kilkerrin/Clonberne, 1-12 to 1-11, in their C championship semi-final on Wednesday last. There were several different scorers throughout the game, with the goal from Mark F. Points were scored by Michael G, Dylan J, Mark F, Kyle C, Mervyn B, Brian L and Iarlaith O’T.
PITCH OPENING: Thank you to everyone who attended the official opening on Saturday, especially all the players and volunteers who made it such a special occasions. The club was delighted to welcome members of neighbouring clubs, local councillors and its great patron, Seán Mulryan. It was a wonderful occasion that will live long in the memory.
U-16 GIRLS: Congratulations to the Oran/St. Croan’s U-16 girls who won the county final on Sunday. They have brought huge pride to the two parishes. Massive credit must go to the management of Marty Kenny, Majella Garvey and Aisling Fannon who have done a superb job in helping these girls reach their potential.
SENIOR HURLERS: Best of luck to the Oran senior hurlers in their county final on Sunday.
TRACTOR RUN: Please support the Ian Conlon Tractor Run on October 12th, running from Roscommon Town to Ballintubber. Ian was a former Oran player. All proceeds go to the Jigsaw Project.
TOM TURLEY, RIP: On Wednesday morning last, Pádraig Pearses GAA Club awoke to the very sad news that its President, Tom Turley, had passed away in the early hours of the morning. Tom, from Derrylahan in the parish of Moore was born to Michael and Bridget Turley into a family of four boys and six girls. From an early age, this big, tall, strong blonde young man seemed destined to shine on the football field. That he did, as a young player he proudly represented the parish of Moore. From 1962 onwards, he quickly became the indisputable and inspirational leader of the newly formed Pádraig Pearses team, which brought together Moore, Taughmaconnell and Creagh. In fact, despite his young years, he was involved with others who were years senior to him in bringing the reality of the current club to fruition. Thereafter, he came to symbolise what the Pádraig Pearses club could be, should be and is. Tom won Connacht SFC medals with Roscommon in 1961 and 1962, and played against Kerry in the 1962 All-Ireland SFC final. He also won a trio of Scór Sinsear county titles on the Pádraig Pearses team that achieved success in 1993, 2000 and 2001. In more recent years, Tom's honesty of endeavour in fostering and promoting all club activities in his role as Club President was the epitome of our club motto ‘Ní neart go cur le chéile’ — ‘In unity there is strength’. Tom's passion for following Pearses teams in all codes never waned, and in recent months, he would still discuss with every visitor when he could next get to a match. His delight was clear when he got to witness the successes of our club teams, and only a few short months ago, he took supreme joy from the visit of the Fahey Cup to Derrylahan after last year's county senior football final success. To Tom's extended family — particularly his brothers Michael, Seán and Patrick, his sisters Mary (Hynes), Bridget (Murphy), Nancy (Galvin), Peggy (Hynes), Joan (Ryan) and Kitty (Cunniffe), as well as Tom's brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, aunts Margaret Finn and Una Ashe, nephews, nieces, grandnieces and nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends — the club extends its sincere sympathy. At Tom's Funeral Mass, it was mentioned that Tom once said that his reward for his service as Pádraig Pearses Club President was a “state funeral”. The club would like the acknowledge the efforts of so many volunteers who assisted in the club on Wednesday and Thursday last to give Tom the send-off he richly deserved.
FIXTURES: Tuesday, September 23rd, U-14 Division Four, Kilmore/Shannon Gaels (KSG) v Pádraig Pearses in Woodmount at 6.30 p.m.. Saturday, September 27th, KSG Minor Division One v Castlerea in Castlerea at 4.30 p.m.. Sunday, September 28th, Junior B Championship v Kilglass Gaels in Tom Collins Park, 12.30 p.m..
50/50 DRAW: Last week’s winner was Ella and Chloe from County Westmeath, who won €1,050. The weekly draw takes place live on Facebook every Sunday evening.
THE SURGERY: The Croghan Over Dramatic Society (CODS) will host their play, The Surgery, next Saturday, September 27th, in the Four Provinces. There are two showtimes — 5.30 p.m. and 8.30 p.m.. Tickets are €8 for the 5.30 p.m. show and €10 for the 8.30 p.m. show. Tickets can be bought in The Old Creamery Café, Croghan. The play is written by local man John Nugent. It is not to be missed.
LADIES’ SEMI-FINAL: The intermediate ladies’ footballers face St. Croan’s in their county semi-final in Tarmonbarry on Sunday at 11 a.m..
RELEGATION FINAL: The men’s intermediate footballers will play Kilbride in their relegation final. The game has been pencilled in for Kiltoom on Wednesday, October 1st. Fixture will be confirmed in coming days.
MARATHON PREPARATIONS: The annual St. Barry’s Marathon Day takes place on Sunday, October 5th. The hardworking committee is already mustering up the hardworking team of road marshals, caterers, car-parkers, first aiders, registrars, and other associated volunteers — without whom the day could not take place. Thanks in advance to everyone who makes the day such a great community event, including the generous event sponsors.
RESULTS: Well done to the U-6, U-8, U-10 and U-12 boys who participated in games at the opening of Oran GAA Club’s new pitch on Saturday. Everyone at St. Croan’s GAA and LGFA wishes Oran all the best with their superb new facility. Thanks to the coaches for their help with these teams during the year. Well done to the U-12 boys who defeated Clann na nGael. They have one more game against St. Barry’s (details to be confirmed). Hard luck to the St. Croan’s/Oran Division Four boys who were defeated by St. Ciaran’s, 7-6 to 3-4, during the week. Congratulations to the combined St. Croan’s/Oran U-16 girls who were crowned Division 2A champions after defeating Northern Harps on a scoreline of 5-13 to 3-6. The girls won both their league and championship. Well done to them and their management. Congratulations to the junior men’s team and management on defeating Kilglass Gaels, 1-21 to 1-15, in their quarter-final (see match report, page 21).
FIXTURES: Tuesday, September 23rd, U-14 Division Four, St. Croan’s/Oran v Kilglass/St. Barry’s in Tarmonbarry at 7 p.m.. Thursday, September 25th, U-14 Division Two Shield semi-final, St. Croan’s/Oran v Kilbride in Kilbride at 6.30 p.m.. Sunday, September 28th, LGFA Intermediate semi-final, St. Croan’s v St. Barry’s in Tarmonbarry, 11 a.m..
MASTERS: Congratulations to Joe, Tiger, David, Cathal, Damien and the Roscommon Masters team and management who defeated Armagh in the Plate final on Saturday.
PITCH FUNDRAISER: Please support the pitch development fundraiser, and you could be the lucky winner of ten Aberdeen Angus calves (or €4,000 cash alternative). Tickets can be purchased from any executive member.
LGFA: The Roscommon Leisure Zone sponsored junior and senior ladies’ football teams have reached their county semi-finals. The junior ladies play St. Ciaran’s on Saturday, September 27th, in Knockcroghery at 12 noon. On Tuesday, September 30th, the senior ladies play Clann na nGael in Johnstown at 8 p.m.. Best of luck to both teams.
CAMOGIE: Well done to the U-16 camogie team that overcame Roscommon Gaels on a scoreline of 2-8 to 0-7 in a tough and competitive semi-final. The county A final against Four Roads takes place on Sunday, September 28th. The U-10 camógs participated in their final U-10 county blitz of the year in Ballyforan on Saturday last. Many thanks to Cáit Glennon and the County Board Development Officer for organising a fun-filled morning.
CHAMPIONSHIP QUARTER-FINAL: Well done to the intermediate football panel and management, sponsored by Joe Simon Home, Garden and Build, who defeated Kilmore by 1-18 to 1-11 in Croghan on Sunday to set up a semi-final meeting against Éire Óg (see match report, 17). The club appreciates the hospitality of Karl and the staff at MJ O'Connor's who provided refreshments after Sunday’s game. Meanwhile, the Junior B footballers play St. Dominic’s in Ardcarne Park on Sunday next at 12.30 p.m..
UNDERAGE NEWS: Well done to the U-14 Division Four team who produced a great performance, and result, against St. Faithleach’s in Ballyleague on Tuesday evening. The U-14 Division Two team play St. Dominic’s in Knockcroghery on Wednesday in their Shield semi-final at 6.30 p.m.. The U-16s are due to travel to Johnstown on Friday to face Clann na nGael in their county semi-final.
LGFA: Best of luck to the junior ladies’ footballers who take on Roscommon Gaels in their championship semi-final at Lisnamult on Saturday next at 12 p.m.. Well done to the U-16 girls’ team who qualified for the Division 3A championship final against Western Gaels following a 5-12 to 0-12 win against Strokestown.
ARDCARNE PARK: Thanks to club members who assisted at Ardcarne Park on Saturday when the club hosted the Junior A championship quarter-final between Western Gaels and Boyle.
JUNIOR FOOTBALLERS: The junior footballers were beaten by St. Aidan’s, 0-17 to 0-11, in their Junior A Championship quarter-final in difficult conditions at Orchard Park, Elphin, on Saturday afternoon last (see match report, page 22). This defeat brings the curtain down on the junior team’s action for 2025. A special word of thanks to the team's management and for their dedication throughout the year, the players who put in such a huge effort, and the supporters for their continued support.
LOTTO: There was no winner of the lotto jackpot in last weekend’s draw. Consolation prizes were won by the following: €70, Kathleen Martin, Keadue; €30, Kathleen Adams, Geevagh; €20, Conor and Elaine Clarke, Geevagh; €20, Colm Lenehan, Bridgecartron, Ballyfarnon; €20, Stephen and Audrey Sheeran, Ballyfarnon. The jackpot for Sunday evening’s draw will be €14,400.
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INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALLERS: Well done to the Sportsman’s Inn and Hanly’s Eurospar sponsored men’s intermediate football team who defeated Creggs in the championship quarter-final on Saturday (see match report, page 18). They will now face Fuerty in the semi-final. Panel: Niall Curley, Dillan Casey, Dylan Owens, Timmy Gibbons, Colin Compton, Seán Mullooly, David Neary, Colm Neary, Fionn Cusack, Mikey Kavanagh, Kevin Finn, Cathal Lavin, Stephen Tighe, Keith Murphy, Diarmuid McGann, Cathal Feehily, Luke Kelly, Paddy Brogan, Cian Corcoran, Evan Moran, Tony Lavin, Sean McDonnell, Andrew Jordan, Ciaran Regan, Shane McGinley, Niall Moran, Conor Kelly, Oisín Cusack, Adam Tighe, Michael Fallon, Aidan Shiel, Luke Corcoran, Martin Parker, Kevin Curley, Jack Fallon, Aaron Convey, Richard O’Beirne.
MASTERS: Congratulations to John McHugh, Damian Caslin and the Roscommon Masters team on their All-Ireland Plate final triumph against Armagh on Saturday.
MEN’S TEAMS: The club's PB Networks sponsored intermediate football team were defeated by Fuerty in the intermediate football championship quarter-final on a final scoreline of 0-12 to 1-6 on Saturday last (see match report, page 16). Thank you to Liam McNeill and his management team for their time and efforts this year. The team have senior league football to look forward to next season, having won the O'Gara Cup earlier this year. The club's PB Networks sponsored junior football team play Kilmore in the Junior B championship on Sunday. See fixtures for details. Best of luck to all involved.
MEN’S TEAMS: It was do or die for the men’s senior footballers on Friday evening as they overcame St. Dominic’s by 1-10 to 0-9 to retain their championship status (see match report, page 10). The junior footballers secured a semi-final spot in this year’s championship with a 1-14 to 0-8 victory against Boyle at Ardcarne Park (see match report, page 22).
LOTTO: There was no winner of the jackpot in last Saturday evening’s lotto draw. €20 winners were RUH Lotto Group, Ann Gallagher, Joe Kenny, Michael Cooney, and David Rocke. The jackpot for next Saturday evening’s draw stands at €4,600. Online ticket sales close at 8.30 p.m. on Saturday evening.
SYMPATHY: The club extends its sincere sympathy to the Collins family, Demense, Frenchpark, on the death of John Dillon, Fairymount. John was a former player and a lifetime supporter of the club. May he Rest In Eternal Peace.
