Elphin ladies' rounders team capture Ulster Provincial Cup, Michael's girls win Daly Cup
The St. Michael’s/St. Ronan’s U-13 girls’ football panel that won the Daly Cup in Boyle on Saturday last. Back row (l-r): Niamh Graham, Faye Shivnan, Seren Gilboy, Michelle Bakare, Jane Morahan, Amelia Fallon, Sarah Flynn, Sinead Rynn, Rebecca McDonagh, and Hannah Gilchriest. Front row (l-r): Lilianna Novak, Aoibhinn Cox, Yasmin Rodriguez, Aoife Cryan (captain), Charlee Cross, Caoimhe McLoughlin, Robyn McGarry, and Aoife Cummins.
LOTTO: There was no jackpot winner in last weekend’s draw. Four match three winners were Aidan Farrell, Len Sutton, Leanne Jenkins and Marie Daly. The jackpot stands at €7,400.
UNDERAGE FOOTBALL: The U-14 B boys’ team will play Kilmore/Shannon Gaels on September 30th in Croghan at 6.15 p.m.. The U-14 A boys’ team will be up against St. Ciaran’s in the Division One county final on October 2nd (time and venue to be confirmed).
LGFA NEWS: Congratulations to St. Michael’s/St. Ronan’s who took home the Seán Daly Cup after a very enjoyable competition in the Abbey Park on Saturday last. Thank you to all the volunteers who helped out on the day. The U-19 girls will play St. Croan’s in the Division Three county final replay on October 5th at 11 a.m. (venue to be confirmed). Hard luck to the senior ladies’ football team who lost out to St. Brigid’s in their senior championship semi-final on Sunday morning.
CAMOGIE: Best of luck to the U-14 girls who will play their B final against St. Dominic’s on October 5th in Knockcroghery at 2 p.m..
LOTTO: There was no winner of the lotto jackpot. Lucky dip winners were Vicky Craggs, Tom and Karen Parsons, Connie Carty, Junior McLoughlin and Michael Conroy. The draw for a jackpot of €5,700 takes place in Mulvihill’s Bar next weekend.
COUNTY FINALISTS: Well done to the minor football team and management who had a great win in the Division One county semi-final against Kilmore/Shannon Gaels in O’Rourke Park on Saturday evening. The team play Pádraig Pearses in the county final in two weeks’ time. It is a great achievement for this current group of players, who are looking to hold onto their title for another year, to get back to the final. Well done to Noel Curran and his management team.
OTHER NEWS: Hard luck to the U-14 boys who were beaten by Kilglass/Barry’s in their Division Two county semi-final. Thanks to the players, manager Tom Vaughan and all involved, especially the parents of the players. Well done to the Junior B team who defeated St. Brigid’s by 1-14 to 1-10 on Sunday. There will be an executive meeting this Thursday in the clubhouse at 8.30 p.m..
ON THE FIELD: Hard luck to the junior team who lost out by a point to Clann na nGael in the Orchard on Sunday last. It was a great game that came right down to the wire. Well done to the 21 U-11 Elphin/Ballinameen players who travelled to Galway for the Darragh Frain tournament on Saturday. The two teams played some great football and represented both clubs so well. Thank you to St. James’ GAA Club for the invite and for running an excellent tournament. The club also thanks coaches and parents who were part of this fantastic day. Hard luck to the minor footballers who lost out by the narrowest of margins against St. Dominic’s in the Division Two Championship semi-final on Saturday.
SCÓR NA NÓG: The Scór na nÓg season is fast approaching. Elphin will compete in the following categories: solo singing, recitation, quiz, music, dancing and ballad group. Any club member 16 or younger who is interested in taking part should contact Michael Gunn on 086 3122897.
ROUNDERS: Congratulations to the Elphin ladies’ rounders team who became the Ulster Provincial winners for 2025 in the Monaghan Centre of Excellence on Saturday last. This is Elphin's second year in succession to come home with gold. Last year, they won the mixed competition. This year, they beat Inniskeen from Monaghan in their second ladies’ final in a month. Congratulations to Georgina McDermott who brought home the Player of the Match award. The mixed team also played some excellent rounders on Saturday, losing out in the quarter-final stages.
INTERMEDIATE LADIES: The intermediate ladies’ footballers just fell short against Pádraig Pearses, 1-12 to 2-7, in their county semi-final on Sunday. The team produced a spirited display, rallying from a five-point half-time deficit to push Pádraig Pearses all the way. Goals from Fiona Tully and Aisling Hanly, along with points from Casey Keane, Aisling Shanagher, and Hanly again, brought Kilbride right back into contention. Despite the comeback, a late penalty and a free from Pearses proved decisive.
ROCKY’S REBELS. The Kilbride junior ladies’ footballers — Rocky’s Rebels — dug deep to secure their place in the final of the Junior B championship with a 4-7 to 2-12 victory against Strokestown. Goals from Clodagh Spellman (2), Lorraine O’Connor, and Siobhán Martin, supported by key points from the same trio, kept Kilbride ahead in a game full of momentum swings. Strokestown pressed hard in the closing stages, but Kilbride’s defence held firm. The Rebels now advance to the final against St. Michael’s/St. Ronan’s in two weeks’ time. This team has been truly inspirational this season, and they are wished every success in their final outing.
UNDERAGE NEWS: The Kilbride U-14 boys’ team showed plenty of heart in their shield semi-final loss against Oran/St. Croan’s on a scoreline of 6-10 to 5-12. Trailing 4-6 to 1-5 at half time and playing into the breeze, the team showed incredible fight to take the lead with ten minutes to go before just coming up short. With many players still underage for two more years, the future looks bright for this determined group. Scorers included Senan Lohan (2-2), Harry Trimble (2-1), Shay Molloy (1-1), Charlie Madden, Ronan Dennigan, Ben McHugh (0-2 each), Cathal Farrell, Dara Feeley (0-1 each). The U-16 footballers were defeated 2-11 to 2-8 in their championship semi-final against Boyle. Despite goals from Jack Lally and Luke Hayes, and points from Tomás Lohan and Mark Naughton, Kilbride were left to rue missed chances. Boyle’s clinical finishing proved to be the difference. Scorers included Jack Lally (1-1), Luke Hayes (1-1), Tomás Lohan (0-4, two frees), Mark Naughton (0-2).
OTHER NEWS: The minor footballers dominated St. Aidan’s to progress to the Division Two county final against St. Dominic’s on a scoreline of 4-13 to 0-7. The intermediate men’s football team face St. Barry’s in their relegation play-off in Kiltoom on Wednesday at 8 p.m.. The U-14 girls enjoyed a brilliant day of football on Sunday as they took part in a well-organised seven-a-side tournament, which was hosted by St. Brigid’s in Kiltoom. Kilbride entered two evenly picked teams, giving all the players a chance to compete, develop, and enjoy the occasion. Both teams performed very well across their matches, showing great teamwork, skill, and spirit throughout. A big thank you to St. Brigid’s for the kind invitation and warm welcome. Days like these are what club football is all about— participation, enjoyment, and community. The club’s U-6, U-8, and U-10 groups wrapped up their final training session of the year on Sunday morning with plenty of energy and smiles. To mark the occasion, the club treated all the young players to ice cream.
UPDATE: Well done to the Junior B football team who defeated Tulsk on Sunday. The Kilmore/Shannon Gaels U-16 footballers play Western Gaels in their Shield final on Thursday next, October 2nd, in Nash Park, Frenchpark at 6.15 p.m..
ROUNDERS: On Saturday, September 27th, the Kilmore mixed rounders team travelled to the Monaghan GAA Centre of Excellence to compete in the Ulster Provincial Cup. The team put in a fantastic performance, reaching the final and securing victory against Inniskeen Grattans in an exciting decider to bring the cup home to Kilmore. Congratulations to Aidan Carr, who was awarded Player of the Match. Next up, the mixed team will compete in the Connacht Cup on October 18th in Athlone.
LOTTO: There was no winner of the lotto jackpot worth €5,900. Emmet O’Rourke, Liam Taylor Snr. and Ronan Donohoe matched three numbers.
LOTTO: The lotto jackpot stands at €5,400. To play, follow the club’s social media channels or purchase a ticket at a local business.
SHIELD SEMI-FINAL: Well done to the Oran/St. Croan’s U-14 boys’ footballers who defeated Kilbride in their nailbiting semi-final on Thursday.
LISANISKEY NS: Well done to Lisaniskey National School, who are taking part in the GAA’s “Gaelic Time”. The programme focuses on fundamental movement, inclusion, getting fit, and, of course, having fun.
HEALTHY CLUBS: Congratulations to the Oran Healthy Clubs who have been recognised for their wonderful work, gaining GAA silver status.
TRACTOR RUN: Please support the charity tractor run in memory of former player Ian Conlon on October 12th from Roscommon to Ballintubber. Proceeds will go to the Jigsaw project, which is a wonderful initiative supporting positive mental health.
U-14 HURLERS: The U-14 hurlers play Four Roads in their rescheduled championship semi-final on Saturday next in Ballyforan at 11.30 a.m.. Best of luck to the panel and management team of Pat Downey, Dara Mulvey, Damien Cunniffe and Chris Lynch. Tickets purchased for the postponed game are valid for Saturday. Panel: Senan Cunniffe, Jack Donnelly, Reese Johnston, Micheal Haverty, Eoghan Downey, Ciaran Murray, Gerard Glennon, Darren Grenham (captain), Oscar Killeen, Luke Mulvey, Keelan Dowd, Davin Finn, Ryan Coleman, Sean Flynn, Ben Price, Tommy Lynch, Eoin Canavan, Micheal Flynn, Callum Dowd, Joshua Gavin, Euan Costello, Sean Killeen, Rory Kelly.
MINOR FOOTBALLERS: The minor footballers produced an impressive performance to defeat Roscommon Gaels, 2-11 to 1-9, in their county semi-final at Woodmount. The crucial moment in the first half was a goal scored by Donnacha Monaghan, which helped establish a 1-9 to 0-4 interval lead. Despite playing against the wind, the pivotal moment of the second half arrived when John Price won back possession in the tackle and played the ball across to Donnacha Monaghan who palmed the ball to the back of the net for his side’s second goal. The team play Castlerea St. Kevin’s in the final. Team: Niall Doran, Keelan Doran, Kieran Cunningham, Euan Kelly, Darragh Glynn Desmond, Jack Brooks, Keelan Kelly, Donnacha Monaghan, Emmet Killeen, Enda Browne, Daniel Mooney, Ross Glynn, Dylan Goode, Seán Finneran, John Price. Subs: Jack Kelly, Michael Brooks, Callum Moore, Gavin Kelly, Joey O'Byrne, Daniel Goode, Oisin Kelly, Daniel Cruise, Aaron Hogan, Diarmuid Lyons, Dylan Ryan.
JUNIOR FOOTBALLERS: The Killeen’s Togher sponsored junior footballers defeated St. Faithleach’s by 1-15 to 1-9 in the third round of the Junior B championship in Ballyleague on Saturday last. Despite trailing by 1-7 to 0-2 at half time, Pearses came roaring back into the contest, and Brendan Connor’s goal set them on the road to victory. Squad: Michael Donoghue, Paul Dolan, Seán Lohan, Conor Kelly, Shane Naughton, Darragh Finn, Ronan Finn, Terry McGowan, Eoin Keogh, Liam Creavin, David Grehan, Keith Grenham, James Butler, Calum Moore, Keelan Galvin, Ollie Brooks, Shane Kenny, Gary Canavan, Brendan Connor, Mathew Comerford.
FIXTURES: Tuesday, September 30th, KSG (Kilmore/Shannon Gaels) U-14 Division Four v Boyle in Croghan at 6.15 p.m.. Thursday, October 2nd, KSG U-16 Division One Shield final v Western Gaels in Frenchpark at 6.15 p.m.. Sunday. October 5th, Junior B men’s footballers v Oran in Rockfield at 12.30 p.m..
50/50 DRAW: Play online via the Shannon Gaels App or grab an envelope from any of the local businesses. The weekly draws take place every Sunday evening live on Facebook. The winner takes 50 per cent. Last week’s winner was Shauna Nolan from County Longford, who won €1,400.
RELEGATION PLAY-OFF: The intermediate men’s footballers face Kilbride in their relegation play-off in Kiltoom on Wednesday evening at 8 p.m.. The lads have reset and regrouped after the group stages, and have put in a big push in recent weeks — they have every chance of maintaining their intermediate status for 2026.
MARATHON: Sunday is a big day around the area, as it has been since 1983, when the Tarmonbarry Marathon takes to the roads of the parish. The event has gone from strength to strength in recent years, with over 700 runners expected on Sunday. Thanks to Grainne, her hardworking committee, and the community for their support.
INTERMEDIATE LADIES: The intermediate ladies’ footballers are back in the championship final following their nine-point win, 3-15 to 2-9, against St. Croan’s on Sunday morning (see LGFA round-up for details). They play 2024 junior winners, Pádraig Pearses, in the final on October 11th. Team: Eimear Diffley, Oonagh Farrell, Rachel Frayne, Niamh Toolan, Erica Jordan, Holly Rogers, Denise Duffy, Sarah McVeigh, Georgia Gerrity, Shannon McGuinness, Edel Beirne, Orlaigh Tighe, Erin Hagan, Cara Cox, Gaby Compton. Subs used: Karen O'Boyle, Millie Hagan, Abbey McGlynn, Lisa Murtagh, Grace Cox.
U-14 BOYS: The U-14 lads progressed to the Division Two Championship final following their 5-9 to 4-9 victory against Castlerea. The final is provisionally fixed for Thursday evening next against Roscommon Gaels (see the club’s social media channels for confirmation). 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, Finn McGowan, Jack Nolan, Luke Conboy, Milo Judge, Colin O'Grady, Daniel Fallon, James Cox, Adam McGreevy, Vincent Burke, Kevin Burke, Darragh Duffy, Tadgh Mitchell. Mentors: Finbar McGowan, Thomas Diffley, Cormac Judge, John Faughnan.
WEDDING WISHES: Best wishes to former players Emer Wallace and Ronan McGowan who tie the knot in Whitehall next weekend.
UPDATE: Hard luck to the St. Croan’s/Oran U-16 boys’ Division Two team who were defeated by Kilglass/St. Barry’s in their shield semi-final on a scoreline of 2-15 to 1-10. Well done to the combined U-14 boys’ Division Four team who defeated Kilglass/St. Barry’s on a scoreline of 5-7 to 3-6. Well done to the combined U-14 boys’ Division Two team who defeated Kilbride in their shield semi-final on a scoreline of 6-10 to 5-12. Details of their final will be confirmed during the week. Hard luck to the intermediate ladies’ footballers who were defeated by St. Barry’s in their semi-final on a scoreline of 3-15 to 2-9. There was a minutes silence observed at the game in honour of Club President Michael Keane. The girls will now contest the shield final on October 12th. Venue and time to be confirmed during the week.
FIXTURES: Thursday, October 2nd, GAA U-14 Division Two Shield Final, St. Croan’s/Oran v St. Michael’s/St. Ronan’s in Ballinameen at 6.30 p.m.. Saturday, October 4th, GAA U-16 Division Four, St. Croan’s v Oran v Western Gaels at 2 p.m. (venue to be confirmed). Sunday, October 5th, LGFA U-19 League Final Replay, St. Croan’s v Boyle in Enfield, 11 a.m.; GAA Junior A Football Championship Semi-Final, St. Croan’s v Western Gaels in O’Rourke Park at 2 p.m..
CONDOLENCES: Everyone at St. Croan’s GAA and LGFA was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Joint President Michael Keane. Michael had great connections with the club, winning underage titles alongside captaining the intermediate team to their first title in 1978. He also managed many teams within the club. When St. Croan’s opened its new pitch, Michael narrated a piece, which was printed, and is proudly hanging in the club grounds for all to read. The club’s thoughts are with his wife Eileen, son Karol, daughter Susan, and the extended Keane family at this time. May Michael Rest In Peace.
U-16 CAMOGIE FINAL: Congratulations to Rhona Garvey, Eabhanna Sheridan, Ailish Burke, Saoirse Glancy, Nora Egan, Katie Hegarty, Majella Garvey (management) and the Oran U-16 camogie team and management who had a comprehensive win over Athleague in the C final.
PITCH FUNDRAISER: Please support the club’s 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 executive members.
JUNIOR FOOTBALLERS: Well done to the junior team who defeated St. Michael’s, 2-9 to 2-8, in the second round of the Junior B championship at Ardcarne Park, Cootehall, on Sunday morning. Best for St. Dominic’s were goalkeeper John Murray, the O’Connor brothers in defence, wing-back Gavin Staunton and experienced full-forward Ciarán Hunt who scored the two goals. The next game is against Kilmore. Check fixtures for details. Team: J. Murray, C. Petrie, N. O’Connor, R. O’Connor, L. Lyons, J. O’Connor, G. Staunton, M. Kilcline, C. Lyons, D. O’Brien, D. Doyle, G. Keenan, C. Martin, C. Hunt, B. Gately. Subs: S. Kilcline, C. Golden, M. Byrne, S. McDermott.
LGFA NEWS: Well done to the Roscommon Leisure Zone sponsored junior ladies’ football panel who have secured their place in the final against Pádraig Pearses on October 10th after overcoming St. Ciaran’s on Saturday morning. Best of luck to the Roscommon Leisure Zone sponsored senior ladies’ footballers in their county semi-final against Clann na nGael in Johnstown on Tuesday evening at 8 p.m.. Support would be appreciated.
SENIOR CHAMPIONSHIP: Kiltoom is the venue on Saturday, October 4th, for the senior football championship semi-final against Pádraig Pearses at 5 p.m.. The support so far for the lads and management team has been exceptional. The club has no doubt that this will continue on Saturday from all members and the community.
JUNIOR LADIES : Many thanks to David Rooney, Shane Phillips and Darragh Walsh for all their hard work and commitment throughout the last year with the junior ladies’ football team. The ladies played Northern Harps in the Junior A semi-final on Sunday last. Unfortunately, it was not to be their day.
CLUB LOTTO: The new club app is now available for Apple and Android users where you can find all the latest news alongside playing the club lotto. Fortnightly tickets and annual subscriptions are available online, which gives members more options to play/pay. Envelopes are still available in local shops if you prefer to pay by cash or, alternatively, there is a QR code to pay by card. The jackpot stands at €9,700 and there is a guaranteed winner of €200 in each draw. The first draw takes place on Tuesday, September 30th.
JUNIOR B FOOTBALLERS: The Joe Simon Home, Garden and Build sponsored Junior B football team bowed out of the championship on Sunday afternoon after an agonising defeat to St. Dominic’s. A huge thank you to Stephen McGuinness, Paul Roche and Ronan Cox for their dedication and commitment in managing the team this year. The intermediate footballers are gearing up for their championship semi-final against Éire Óg in Boyle on Saturday next. Support would be appreciated.
JUNIOR LADIES: Well done to the junior ladies’ footballers who secured their place in the county final with a hard-fought victory against hosts Roscommon Gaels in Lisnamult on Saturday afternoon. The Saints had two points to spare at the end of a titanic tussle. Attention now turns to the county final on Friday, October 10th.
DALY CUP: A huge congratulations to the St. Michael’s/St. Ronan’s U-13 girls’ team who captured the club’s first ever Daly Cup in Boyle on Saturday. They battled their way through their three group games to reach a much-anticipated final against a Kilmore/Kilglass team who were going for their third Daly Cup in succession. The club would like to thank Boyle GAA and LGFA, and the Daly family, for hosting the competition. Thanks to everyone for hosting a well-deserved party for the girls back at Ardcarne Park afterwards.
U-16 FINAL: The U-16 girls’ championship final is expected to be played next weekend, October 4th/5th. Details will be confirmed on the club's social media pages.
UNDERAGE NEWS: Well done to the U-14 boys who triumphed on a scoreline of 6-10 to 4-12 over a strong St. Dominic's side in their Division Two Shield semi-final in Knockcroghery on Wednesday evening. Commiserations to the U-16 team who were edged out by Clann na nGael, 4-9 to 2-10, in their championship semi-final in Johnstown on Friday evening.
LOTTO: There was no winner of the lotto jackpot in last weekend’s draw. Consolation prizes were won by the following: €70, Gerry Gilraine, Torquay, England; €20, Seamus Doyle, Drumshanbo; €20, Angela Coen, Ballyfarnon; €20, Peter Mattimoe, Keadue; €20, Sinead and David Frazer, Kilmactranny. The jackpot for next Sunday evening’s draw will be €14,500. Enter the lotto online at www.stronansgaa.com. Simply select four numbers between 1 and 30 along with payment details.
LGFA NEWS: Congratulations to the St. Michael’s/St. Ronan's Junior A ladies’ football team on their great championship semi-final victory against Roscommon Gaels 2-3 to 0-7 in Lisnamult on Saturday last. They play Kilbride in the final on Friday, October 10th.
SYMPATHY: The club extends its sympathy to the O Toole family, Keadue, on the death of Claire last weekend. May she Rest In Peace.
APP: Download the club’s new club app to stay up to date with all the latest news, fixtures and results. Download the ClubZap app from the App Store or Google Play Store on one’s mobile device and follow “Strokestown”.
OTHER NEWS: Best of luck to the Sportsman’s Inn and Hanly’s Eurospar sponsored intermediate men’s football team who face Fuerty in their championship semi-final in Lisnamult on Sunday at 1 p.m.. Congratulations to club player Thomas Shanagher and his wife Lizzy on their marriage last Friday. The club wishes them a lifetime of happiness together. A huge thank you to Brendan Foy, Brendan Foy Plumbing and Heating, for his generous sponsorship of training tops for the Strokestown U-14 team.
JUNIOR FOOTBALLERS: The junior footballers play St. Croan’s in their Junior A football semi-final at O’Rourke Park, Castlerea, on Sunday next at 2 p.m.. Good luck to the team and management.
OTHER TEAMS: The U-16 girls play their championship final on Sunday, October 5th. Time and venue have yet to be confirmed, but will displayed be on the club’s social media pages. The U-16 boys meet Oran/St. Croan’s in their Division Four semi-final on Saturday next at 2 p.m. (venue to be confirmed).
APP: Download the Western Gaels app on Apple/Android phones to keep up to date with fixtures and events in the club. Purchase a recurring weekly lotto ticket through the app before November 1st and you'll be in with a chance to win €200.
LOTTO: There was no winner of the lotto jackpot in last weekend’s draw. €20 winners were Donna McDermott, Breege and Adrian Beirne, Christine Whitehouse, Kevin Taylor, and Deirdre McDermott. Next week’s jackpot will be €4,700. The draw will take place on Saturday next, October 4th. Tickets are available online through Clubforce, the Clubforce app or from local outlets. Online ticket sales for Saturday evening’s draw close at 8.30 p.m..
