Boyle crowned champions, Four Roads take U-14 girls' crown and Termon Shed to be commemorated
The Four Roads U-14 girls' football panel that defeated Boyle in last Sunday's Division One Championship final at Mulhern Park, Fuerty.
LOTTO NEWS: The was no winner of the lotto jackpot in last weekend’s draw. Match three winners were Shane Spellman and Suzanne McTiernan. The jackpot stands at €7,600 — play online on the Boyle GAA App or in various outlets locally.
LGFA NEWS: The club congratulates its Corrib Oil sponsored senior ladies’ footballers and management who took home the senior shield title with a 4-12 to 4-4 win over St. Dominic’s in the final at Mulhern Park, Fuerty, on Sunday. Congratulations to Aisling Feely who took home the Player of the Match award.
UNDERAGE GAA: Well done to the U-14 boys’ footballers and management who brought home the Division One title with a great 4-14 to 4-13 win over St. Ciaran’s last Thursday (see match report, page 21).
TARMON SHED: Everyone is invited to the unveiling of a plaque to commemorate the rich history of the Tarmon Shed on Saturday next at 2 p.m.. Special guests will be in attendance. There will be light refreshments provided in Tarmon NS afterwards.
VOLUNTEERS NIGHT: The club is holding a club volunteers night out on Saturday, November 1st, in the O’Rourke Centre at 7 p.m.. There will be food, music and fun. Please confirm availability to Michael Brennan by Wednesday, October 22nd.
U-20 FOOTBALLERS: Well done to the U-20 football team and management who defeated St. Brigid’s, 1-13 to 0-13, in their Division Two quarter-final on Sunday morning.
LOTTO: There was no winner of the lotto jackpot in last weekend’s draw. Lucky dip winners were Henrikue Jr Costa, Darren McDermott, Danny Burke, Teresa Cunningham, and Fergal Conry. The jackpot for next weekend’s draw in the O’Rourke Centre is €5,900.
FUNDRAISER: Thank you to everyone who has bought a seat so far. If you would like to make a make a donation or purchase a seat, please contact any member of the executive or Aidan Brady on 087 9188293 — help the club to build on the excellent progress of recent years and create facilities that will benefit all ages in the community. With everyone’s support, the club aims to raise €200,000 to make its vision a reality. For more information, visit www.elphingaa.com/orchardproject.
WELL DONE: The club congratulates Northern Harps on winning the Junior A ladies’ football final on Saturday (see match report, page 19).
SCÓR: The Scór nan Óg season is fast approaching. Elphin will compete in the following categories: solo singing, recitation, quiz, music, dancing and ballad groups. Any club member 16 years of age or younger who is interested in taking part should contact Michael Gunn on 086 3122897.
U-14 CHAMPIONS: There was great excitement in the parish on Sunday evening after the U-14 girls retained the Division One Championship. It was a huge achievement for the girls, winning both the Division One League and Championship this year. This group of girls are a credit to their families, management team and the parish. A number of these girls are involved with other sports, and have achieved plenty of success across these disciplines. Some of the panel were also involved with county teams. The management team of David Thompson, Michael (Dick) Donohue, Marie Finneran, Thomas Finneran and Olivia Rogerson have put in trojan work with these girls throughout the year and deserve a big thank you from everyone involved. The club also thanks the parents, grandparents and supporters for bringing the girls to training and matches. To sponsors Dovida and LS Motors, thank you for your continued support of these girls who continue to bring joy and a big smile to everyone who support them. Panel: D. Thorose, R. Galvin, E. Finneran, S. Keane, E. Gately, C. Dolan, L. Fynes, M. Tansey, S. Scott, K. Thompson, C. Finneran, S. Galvin, C. Donohoe, E. Finneran, A. Gacquin, A. Smyth, S. Galvin, F. Kelly, A. Fynes, E. Cramer, E. Rogerson, R. Crosbie, S. Cramer and A. Kelly.
HISTORIC WEEKEND: It was a weekend of high emotion and history for the club as both the junior and intermediate ladies' football teams took to the pitch for their respective finals. On Friday evening, Rocky’s Rebels battled with heart and grit in a thrilling encounter against St. Michael’s/St. Ronan’s that went all the way to extra time and, ultimately, to free kicks. In the cruellest of finishes, they lost by a single point (see match report, page 20). While the scoreboard didn’t reflect their effort, the Rebels gave everyone a performance to remember. It was especially meaningful, as so many players returned to the pitch in memory of Rochelle Mullaney — a powerful tribute that embodied the club's spirit. The club knows that Rochelle would have been incredibly proud. Sincere thanks to Mike Murray for inspiring and managing this incredible team, and to Alice Kelly, Eilish Hanly and Amanda Mullarkey for their unwavering support and leadership. In the intermediate shield final, Kilbride produced a determined and hard-fought effort, but St. Croan’s pulled away to secure the victory. A special moment on the day was seeing Kilbride LGFA Chairperson, Sandra Shanagher, back between the posts once again — not only playing in goals on Friday night for Rocky's Rebels but also lining out in the same position on Sunday morning for the intermediate team. What made it all the more memorable was that she played alongside her youngest daughter, Aisling, who captained the team this year — a proud and poignant moment for both family and club. A heartfelt thank you to the management team of Ollie Lennon, Padraig O’Beirne, Mick Tully, Mike Murray, and Flo Marie Neary.
UNDERAGE PRESENTATION EVENING: A large crowd of parents and children attended the annual presentation evening in Kilbride Community Centre on Sunday. The U-6 and U-8 boys and girls, along with the U-10 girls, received their well-deserved medals. A huge thank you to Kilbride’s county minor players — Grace Dowling, Cian Trimble, Luke Shally, and Mark Shally — who kindly presented the children with their medals. Thanks to Lucy Scanlon, Lucia Taylor, and Emma Shally for serving tea and light refreshments to all the parents. A special thanks also to Ladies’ Chairperson Sandra Shanagher and Coaching Officer, David Battles, who oversaw a very enjoyable and successful evening, and to John McNaboe who took photos on the evening.
U-14 TEAM: Hard luck to the Oran/St. Croan’s U-14 footballers who lost out in the shield final on Sunday. Despite the loss, it was a great effort by everyone involved.
TRACTOR RUN: Thank you to everyone who supported the hugely successful tractor run in memory of former player, the late Ian Conlon, on Sunday last.
JUNIOR FOOTBALLERS: Well done to the Oran junior footballers who qualified for the quarter-finals after a tight game away to St. Brigid’s. It looked like Oran were staring defeat in the face when they were two points down deep in injury time. However, Joe Cassidy hit the net as Oran won by the narrowest of margins.
CAMOGIE FINAL: Best of luck to the Oran senior camogie panel and management in the county final against St. Dominic’s on Saturday next.
CLUB MEETING: The club’s second regular club meeting of 2025 took place in the function room on Wednesday last. Over 30 members attended. Updates were provided on club activities alongside recent events, including Lá na gClub, hosting the funeral for Club President Tom Turley, hosting the county senior football semi-final, club fundraising draw, and strategic plan and infrastructure developments.
LOTTO: Congratulations to Sonny Finneran, who scooped the €200 match three prize pot after there was no winner of the jackpot in the draw on Monday, October 6th.
U-20 FOOTBALLERS: The Killeen’s Togher sponsored U-20 football team were defeated by Kilbride, 3-9 to 0-10, in their championship quarter-final in Woodmount on Sunday morning. Squad: Barry McGowan, Donnacha Monaghan, Keelan Kelly, Conor Kelly, Cillian Blackweir, Luke Earls, Joey O’Brien, Kieran Cunningham, Keelan Ryan, Callum Moore, Eoin Canning, Daniel Mooney, Darragh Colleran, Ross Glynn, Jack Nevin, Jack Johnston, James Butler.
LGFA NEWS: Well done to the junior ladies’ team on their fantastic win against St. Dominic’s in the Junior C final in Kilbride on Friday evening (see match report, page 21). Congratulations to Isabelle Downey who was chosen as Player of the Match. Hard luck to the intermediate ladies’ footballers who were beaten by St. Barry’s on a scoreline of 2-8 to 0-9 in their final (see match report, page 18).
CAMOGIE: Well done to the U-14 camogie team who defeated Tulsk in the U-14 D Championship final in Pearses on Saturday evening last. Best of luck to the juniors who play their final championship group game at home to Oran on Sunday.
50/50 DRAW: The draw takes place live on Facebook every Sunday evening. Last week’s winner was Esther McGuire, who won €575.
SHOOTING STARS: The Shooting Stars nursery programme will start back on Thursdays (please note change of day), commencing on October 16th in the sports complex, Carrick, between 6 p.m. and 7 p.m..
LGFA ANNIVERSARY: This year marks a special milestone for Shannon Gaels LGFA — 20 years since the club was founded alongside ten years competing at senior level. To mark this incredible journey, the club is hosting a day of celebration and remembrance in Tom Collins Park, Croghan, on Saturday, October 18th, at 4 p.m.. Past and present players, managers, mentors, and supporters are welcome to join Shannon Gaels during this celebration of the green and gold. The day will begin with a parade for all the girls, followed by an afternoon of fun football featuring short underage and senior matches. All club members are welcome.
SYMPATHY: The club would like to extend its sincerest condolences to the McHugh family on the recent passing of Joe McHugh. May he Rest In Peace.
INTERMEDIATE CHAMPIONS: Saturday last was a historic day for the club, as the St. Barry’s ladies’ footballers won the club’s first intermediate championship title against Pádraig Pearses in Ballyleague (see match report, page 18). Well done to the players and management on a superb performance. They now advance to the Connacht Intermediate Championship where they will face the Sligo champions. St. Barry’s: Eimear Diffley, Oonagh Farrell, Rachel Frayne, Niamh Toolan, Erica Jordan, Holly Rogers, Denise Duffy, Georgia Gerrity (0-1), Sarah McVeigh, Orlaigh Tighe, Edel Beirne (2-1), Shannon McGuinness (0-3), Millie Hagan (0-2), Cara Cox (0-2), Gaby Compton. Subs: Erin Hagan, Lisa Murtagh, Aoife Tighe, Caitlin Burke, Emer Callaghan, Keeva Campbell, Grace Cox, Geraldine Farrell, Madison Hagan, Abbey McGlynn, Edel McMenamin, Karen O’Boyle, Casey Pringle, Katie Rogers, Charlotte Trautt. Management: Gerard Evans, Darrell Pringle, Kyana Lee, Claire Hoare; Physio: Tom Tully. A special thank you to the club’s great supporters who turned out in their droves to support the girls. Thanks to everyone who supported the recent “Sponsor a Player” promotion in the build-up to the game, and gear sponsors SMG Mechanical, Power and Rogers Agri, and MJ Flood.
UNDERAGE FINALS: The U-14 boys’ team were defeated by Roscommon Gaels in the Division Two final on Thursday last. Panel: Seán Doherty, Cathal Maguire, Noah Washington, Oscar Senturk, Shemeer Khan, Dawid Szwajcer, Seán Cassin, Liam Neary, Thomas Duffy, Adam Casey, Morgan Browne, Seán Gibbons, Noah Faughnan, Eoin Grehan, Fionn McGowan, Jack Nolan, Luke Conboy, Milo Judge, Colin O'Grady, Daniel Fallon, James Cox, Adam McGreevy, Vincent Burke, Kevin Cooke Darragh Duffy, Tadgh Mitchell, Domhnall Diffley. Mentors: Finbar McGowan, Thomas Diffley, Cormac Judge, John Faughnan. The U-16 team and St. Ciaran’s must meet again after their Division Two Shield final finished level after extra time. Panel: Cormac Regan, Conor Leahy, Callum Casey, Fionn Nolan, Morgan Browne, Seán O'Boyle, Thomas Duffy, Nathan Hanley, Cillian McGowan, Adrian Wludyka, Daire Gallagher, Regan Hoey, Daniel Neary, Trezeguete Baaname, Cathal Duffy, Eoin Grehan, Cian Glancy, Shahmeer Khan, Jake Kelly, Colin O'Grady.
OTHER NEWS: Well done to the U-20 lads who defeated St. Faithleach’s in the opening round of the Division Three football championship on Sunday. The Tarmonbarry Active Age program is a four-week multi-activity initiative being run by Roscommon Sport Partnership. It will take place in St. Barry’s Hall, starting on October 18th. It costs €20 for the four weeks. For more details, contact Roscommon Sport Partnership on 090 6630863 or Karen O'Boyle on 087 9376991.
GAMES: The U-20 Division Two quarter-final against Elphin/Ballinameen, which was due to take place in Rockfield on Sunday, has been rescheduled for October 25th. Details will be confirmed during the week. Hard luck to the U-14 Division Two team who were defeated by St. Michael’s/St. Ronan’s in the shield final on a scoreline of 4-13 to 4-5. Congratulations to the intermediate ladies’ footballers and management on defeating Kilbride in the shield final on a scoreline of 2-11 to 1-9. This concludes the season for the intermediate ladies’ team. Well done to the girls and management.
FIXTURES: Wednesday, October 15th, GAA U-16 Division Four Semi-Final, St. Croan’s/Oran v Western Gaels in Kilbride at 7.30 p.m.. Saturday, October 18th, Junior A Football Championship Final, St. Croan’s v Ballinameen in Strokestown at 4 p.m..
PITCH FUNDRAISER: Please support the club’s pitch development fundraiser and possibly become the lucky winner of ten Aberdeen Angus Calves (€4,000 cash alternative). Tickets can be purchased from any executive member.
COUNTY CHAMPIONS: The minor footballers defeated Kilbride in their Division Two championship final, after extra-time, in Rockfield on Sunday week last. From start to finish, it was end-to-end with both teams playing football of the highest calibre. St. Dominic’s trailed by eight points but a two-pointer from Andrew Cotton brought the game to extra time. St. Dominic’s proved to be the stronger team, and excellent two-point efforts from Seánie Duggan, Chris Feerick and Andrew Cotton secured a 0-25 to 2-12 success. Well done to the players and management on completing the league and championship double.
LGFA FINALS: Both the Roscommon Leisure Zone sponsored senior and junior ladies’ football teams were involved in finals last weekend. The junior team were defeated by Pádraig Pearses in the Junior C final on a scoreline of 3-11 to 0-10, while the senior ladies’ team were defeated by Boyle, 4-12 to 4-4, in their shield final on Sunday.
U-20 FOOTBALLERS: The U-20 Division One team defeated Clann na nGael by 0-20 to 2-8 to qualify for the semi-final against Roscommon Gaels. The Division Three team were beaten by St. Michael’s/St. Ronan’s on a scoreline of 4-12 to 4-6 in Cootehall on Sunday.
JUNIOR B FOOTBALLERS: The Junior B footballers travel to Kilmore on Sunday for a 12 noon throw-in.
U-20 FOOTBALLERS: Hard luck to the U-20 football panel and their management of David Rooney, Johnny Hussey and Cian Glennon who were beaten in the championship by Kilglass/St. Barry’s on a scoreline of 4-14 to 2-5.
U-12 BOYS: Well done to the U-12 boys and management who finished off their autumn championship campaign with a cracking win against Elphin/Ballinameen on Sunday.
CARDS: 25 card game takes place in the clubhouse on Tuesday at 8.30 p.m.. New players, whether they are experienced, inexperienced or beginners, are welcome. Coaching and training will be provided for new and inexperienced players.
LOTTO: The jackpot stands at €9,800 for the draw on Tuesday, October 14th.
SYMPATHY: The club wishes to extend its deepest condolences to the family and friends of Patricia Manning. Patricia was a huge part of St. Faithleach’s LGFA throughout the years, a commitment that was carried on by her children for both club and county. To her husband Tony, sons Andrew, Michael and Alan, her daughters Miriam and Carol, and her grandchildren, the club expresses its deepest sympathy.
HISTORY IS MADE: Congratulations to the adult ladies’ panel and management who made history on Friday night when they defeated Kilbride in the Junior B Championship final after an epic contest that had the large attendance enthralled for almost two and a half hours (see match report, page 20). The wonderful large travelling support rejoiced when Una McGuinness landed the clinching score at 10.41 p.m.. The authors of this fairytale are plentiful and they were fondly remembered as the celebrations continued over the weekend. The club acknowledges the huge part played by Aileen Daly in this story and knows how proud she would be of the team’s achievement. The club thanks all the players, coaches and management teams that kept ladies’ football alive during those years and are now helping it to thrive. Thanks to all those who travelled to support the ladies — young and old from near and far. A special word of thanks to Kilbride GAA Club who were gracious hosts, worthy opponents, and generous in their congratulations afterwards.
SHIELD WINNERS: The St. Michael’s/St. Ronan’s U-14 boys’ footballers produced a tremendous second-half performance to win the Division Two Shield final against Oran/St. Croan’s on a scoreline of 4-13 to 4-5 in Ballinameen on Sunday morning. Panel: D. Rynn, K. McGann, D. Duggan, J. Regan, R. McNiff (0-1), Z. McCabe (2-4), C. Healy, E. Gaffney, H. O'Donoghue (0-1), S. Healy, J. Simon, T. Bruen (2-1), L. Clinton (0-3), R. Lynam (0-1), D. Earley, L. Noone, S. Fitzpatrick (0-2), B. Earley, S. Cobb, A. Rogers, O. Kungl, A. Liddy, J. Kiernan, E. Casey, D. Lynam, P. Graham, S. Leaver.
U-20 FOOTBALLERS: The U-20 footballers defeated St. Dominic’s by 4-12 to 4-6 in Ardcarne Park on Sunday. They are back in semi-final action on the first weekend in November.
U-16 GIRLS: Best of luck to the U-16 girls and management against Western Gaels in their delayed Division Three championship final in Ballyleague on Saturday, October 18th, at 2 p.m..
MEETING: A club meeting will take place on Wednesday, October 15th, in the clubrooms at Ardcarne Park at 8.30 p.m..
APPRECIATION: The club would like to express its sincere thanks and appreciation to St. Croan’s GAA Club for kindly hosting the recent intermediate football championship semi-final against Éire Óg at short notice. The club is deeply grateful to St. Croan’s members for their assistance and support during a medical situation involving a St. Michael’s club member.
SCÓR NA NÓG: The Scór na nÓg finals will take place on Saturday, November 1st, in Kilmurry Hall at 7 p.m.. The deadline for entries is Sunday, October 26th. Contact Geraldine on 086 1798522.
SUCCESSFUL WEEKEND: It was a very successful weekend for both the St. Michaels/St. Ronan's Junior B ladies’ team and the U-14 boys’ team. On Friday evening, the ladies’ footballers defeated Kilbride in a dramatic Junior B final in Kilbride (see match report, page 20). It was a pulsating game that had everything — two very committed teams, extra time, and a free kick shootout. Thanks to the players, management and supporters for a memorable occasion. The game was a fitting tribute to former Kilbride player, the late Rochelle Mullaney. The club also remembers the late Aideen Daly who was so instrumental in the setting up of the combined Saints LGFA teams. Meanwhile, the U-14 boys defeated Oran/St. Croan’s in the Division Two Shield final. Certainly, the future for both clubs looks bright for the coming years. To top off a great weekend, the U-20 team defeated St. Dominic’s by 4-10 to 4-6 in their Division Three quarter-final in Ardcarne Park on Sunday morning.
LOTTO: There was no winner of the lotto jackpot in last weekend’s draw. Consolation prizes were won by the following: €70 Fiona Morrison, Ballyfarnon; €30, Rebecca Phelan, Ballyfarnon; €20, Mark McTiernan, Ballyfarnon; €20, Bernadette Flynn, Arigna; €20, Des Wynne, Mahanagh, Drumshanbo. The jackpot stands at €14,700. Enter online at www.stronansgaa.com.
U-20 FOOTBALLERS: Hard luck to the U-20 footballers who were defeated by Tulsk in the championship quarter-final on Sunday. Panel: John Casey, Vinny Lavin, Jack Walsh, Dillon Casey, Thomas Gill, Cathal Shiel, Harry Lavin, Oisín Tiernan, Dylan Tynan, Ben Jordan, Stephen Tighe, Jack Fallon, Seán McDonnell.
COUNTY FINAL: Best of luck to to the Sportsman’s Inn and Hanly’s Eurospar sponsored men’s intermediate football team and the management of Pearse McGinley, Conor Silke, Ronan Owens, Gary Tynan and Basil Mannion who face Éire Óg in the intermediate championship final on Sunday in Kiltoom at 1.30 p.m.. Now is the time for everyone in the parish to get behind the boys and show them support. Get the black and amber flags and bunting up, flying high with pride. The club is going to run a competition for the best decorated home/business in the parish or further afield, with €100 for the winner. Just take a picture and post on one’s social media pages and tag Strokestown GAA, or send a picture privately to any club member.
WEEKLY NEWS: Hard luck to the U-20 boys who lost out on a championshop semi-final place following their defeat against St. Aidan’s. Good luck to the U-16 girls who play St. Micheal’s/St. Ronan’s in their championship final on Saturday, October 18th, in Ballyleague at 2 p.m.. The U-16 boys play Oran/St. Croan’s on Wednesday in Kilbride at 7.30 p.m..
LOTTO: There was no winner of the lotto jackpot in the draw on October 11th. €20 winners were Ronan Kilcommons, Joe Kenny, Catherine Waldron, Ciarán Gaynor, and Michael Kelly. The jackpot stands at €4,900 for next Saturday’s draw at €4,900. Download the Western Gaels App and purchase a recurring lotto ticket before November 1st to be in with a chance to win €200.
