Race night in Kilmore, national Gaelic4Mothers and Others blitz in Portmarnock
Anthony Geoghegan and Shane Cox at the recent senior football championship game between St. Faithleach's and Clann na nGael in Strokestown. Pictures: Bernie O'Farrell
SENIOR TEAM: The senior camogie team were defeated by Oran, 2-8 to 2-7, in Rockfield on Saturday evening. They are at home to Four Roads on Saturday, September 20th, at 5.30 p.m..
UNDERAGE NEWS: U-8 and U-10 training takes place on Wednesday evening in Athleague at 6.30 p.m.. The final U-8 blitz takes place on Saturday next, September 14th, in Lisnamult at 11 a.m.. The U-10s will be in action on Friday, September 19th (details to be confirmed). Both U-12 teams were defeated last weekend but they showed great determination and fight right up until the final whistle. The girls returned to Athleague Community Centre where they were presented with medals and certificates by members of the senior team. Thank you to the players and management team. The Athleague/Oran U-14 team are through to the county final on October 5th after defeating Tulsk in their semi-final. The U-16 team had a good win over Padraig Pearses in their final group game of the championship.
GOOD LUCK: Best of luck to the St. Ciaran’s senior ladies’ footballers who take on St. Dominic’s in their championship quarter-final at Mulhern Park, Fuerty, on Sunday morning at 11 a.m..
GAMES: Hard luck to the North Roscommon team who were defeated by Elphin in the preliminary quarter-final of the senior football championship on Sunday. Well done to the Ballinameen representatives on the panel. The Elphin/Ballinameen minor footballers were defeated by St. Dominic’s in the Division Two championship on Wednesday evening. They play Strokestown on Tuesday (this evening) in Strokestown at 7 p.m.
50/50: The monthly 50/50 draw took place on Sunday evening in Wynne’s Bar, Boyle. Congratulations to Anna and Frank Dwyer, Killaraght, who won €2,175. Thanks to Wynne’s for hosting the draw alongside sponsors the Peppermill Restaurant and the Crossbar. The next draw takes place on September 28th in the Crossbar.
DRAW: The draw for the quarter-final of the Junior A championship will take place this weekend after the preliminary quarter-final between St. Brigid’s and St. Ronan’s. The quarter-finals are fixed for the weekend of September 20th/21st.
LOTTO: There was no jackpot winner in last weekend’s lotto draw. Seven match three winners were Sharon Feely, Michaela McDonagh, Barry Simon, Seán Lenehan, Marty Flanagan, John Joe Queenan and Shane Spellman. The jackpot stands at €7,100.
CAMOGIE: Well done to the U-12 Boyle Leopards and Boyle Cheetahs who took part in the U-12 camogie finals in Tulsk on Saturday. The Cheetahs came away with a win against Athleague in their final.
LGFA: The U-16 girls play Clann na nGael in their Division One county semi-final in Johnstown on Tuesday, September 9th, at 6.15 p.m.. The U-19 ladies’ Division Three final against St. Croan’s ended in a draw. Details for the replay have yet to be confirmed.
UNDERAGE NEWS: The U-18 boys play Kilglass/St. Barry’s on September 9th in Kilglass at 7 p.m. and Kilmore/Shannon Gaels in the Abbey Park on Thursday, September 11th at 7 p.m.. The U-14 Division Four boys are up against Pádraig Pearses on September 9th in the Abbey Park at 7 p.m.. The U-14 Division One team meet Kilmore/Shannon Gaels in the Abbey College field on September 11th at 7 p.m..
LOTTO: There was no winner of the lotto jackpot. Lucky dip winners were Des Egan, Seamus Stenson, Martin Raftery, Eddie Webb, and Joshua Connell. The jackpot stands at €5,400 for the draw in McGourty’s Bar.
GAMES: The minor footballers play Kilmore/Shannon Gaels in O’Rourke Park on Tuesday evening at 7 p.m.. The U-14 footballers beat St. Dominic’s by 4-10 to 1-11 to reach the county semi-final. Their last group game is away to Kilbride on Thursday at 7 p.m.. Well done to the senior footballers and management who secured their senior championship status with a terrific victory against Western Gaels in Enfield on Sunday (see match report, page 7). Thanks to the players, manager Dara Bruen and his management team for the massive work and time they have invested in the season.
ADULT CHAMPIONSHIPS: Well done to the senior footballers who had a good win against North Roscommon on Sunday last (see page 6 for match report). The quarter-final draw will take place on Wednesday evening. The junior footballers begin their championship campaign away to Pádraig Pearses in Woodmount on Friday evening at 8 p.m..
ROUNDERS: Well done to the ladies’ rounders team on reaching the All-Ireland final. A big thank you to the large number of supporters who made the journey to Meath. It was much appreciated. Next up is the Ulster Provincial Club blitz on Saturday, September 27th, in Monaghan where Elphin will be represented by its ladies and mixed teams. Training continues as normal. New faces are always welcome.
UNDERAGE NEWS: The U-14 footballers earned a hard-fought draw against Pádraig Pearses on a scoreline of 5-5 to 3-11 in Woodmount. Harry Trimble scored two goals in the first half. Rory Lally and Senan Lohan added two more, while Senan Lohan netted his second after the break. The team play Castlerea St. Kevin’s in Kilbride on Thursday at 7 p.m.. The U-16 footballers delivered two standout victories against Elphin/Ballinameen and Strokestown during the week. A 3-14 to 1-9 triumph against Elphin/Ballinameen was followed by a 2-15 to 2-1 success against Strokestown. Mark Naughton led the scoring with 0-9 against Elphin/Ballinameen, while Tomás Lohan added 2-3 in a clinical display. Jack Lally netted the third goal, and Luke Hayes and Dara Kelleher chipped in with a point each. Tomás Lohan was, once again, in top form against Strokestown, scoring 1-6, while Mark Naughton added 1-3. Contributions from Jack Lally, Luke Hayes, Mark Fox, Dara Kelleher, Seán Sexton, and Mark Farrell rounded off a well-balanced scoring effort. The team play Boyle in the Division Two semi-final (details to be confirmed). The minor footballers stormed to a commanding 5-16 to 0-12 victory against Strokestown. The depth of Kilbride’s panel was evident, with impactful substitutions including Anthony Cox and Brendan Tully introduced at half time, and Brian O’Connor and Eoin Kelleher later in the game. The starting 15, led by the two Shallys, Jack Lally, Dara Kelleher, and Tomás Lohan, combined well across the pitch, balancing attacking threat with defensive discipline. They play St. Aidan’s on Tuesday evening, with their place in the semi-finals already assured.
LGFA: Rocky’s Rebels secured their place in the championship semi-finals at the end of the month with a gritty victory against St. Michael’s/St. Ronan’s. Siobhán Martin and Sinead Clabby found the net in the opening half, while Kilbride’s defensive steel illuminated a low-scoring second half. Meanwhile the intermediate ladies enjoyed a comfortable victory against Western Gaels on Sunday morning. Laura McSharry and Fiona Tully contributed 11 goals between them. Best of luck to the U-16 team in their Division 1A semi-final against Michael Glaveys in Enfield on Tuesday at 6.15 p.m.. The U-14 team are in Division 2A final action against St. Dominic’s on Sunday, September 14th. The U-12 girls played Pádraig Pearses in a fantastic contest on Sunday evening. Panel: Phoebe McNaboe, Aimee Glynn, Dillie Glynn, Kate Leonard, Meabh Lohan, Aoibhinn Mullarkey, Roisín Mullarkey, Ruth Sexton, Niamh Sexton, Isobel Farrell, Chloe Suffin, Abbie Finneran, Jasmine Khan, Sarah Tarmey, Eloise Mannion. Bon voyage to Aoife McLoughlin, who is heading off on her next adventure. Aoife has been a valued member of the club community, and Kilbride LGFA wishes her all the very best for the journey ahead.
TEAMS: The junior footballers await their opponents in the Junior A Football Championship quarter-finals. The Kilglass Gaels/Kilmore ladies are also in quarter-final action away to Four Roads on Sunday next at 11 a.m..
BACK TO THE FUTURE: The U-16 team from 2000 are hosting an event at the pitch between 1 p.m. and 3.30 p.m. on September 20th. Back to the Future will also celebrate the future of the club's youngest members. Many of the 2000 team haven't worn a Kilglass Gaels jersey in 20 years. So, to celebrate the first underage championship brought to the club in 2000, they're getting back together once more for a friendly. Past and present players are invited to join and become part of the opposition — it's sure to be a fun day.
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.
FIXTURES: Tuesday, September 9th, U-18 Division One, Castlerea v Kilmore/Shannon, 7 p.m.; U-14 Division Four, Kilglass Gaels/St. Barry’s v Kilmore/Shannon Gaels in Tarmonbarry at 7 p.m.. Thursday, September 11th, U-18 Division Four, Boyle v Kilmore/Shannon Gaels in Abbey Park at 7 p.m.; U-14 Division One, Boyle v Kilmore/Shannon Gaels in Abbey Community College pitch, Boyle, at 7 p.m..
LGFA NEWS: The Kilmore/Kilglass Gaels U-16 team play St. Faithleach’s in Ballyleague on Tuesday, September 9th, in their Division Two semi-final at 6.15 p.m..
RACE NIGHT: The annual race night takes on Sunday, September 14th, in Earley’s Hillstreet at 7 p.m.. Horses are €20 and are on sale from all players now. Sponsorship of a race is also available for €50. Some lucky person will win the top prize of €1,000 on the night. To sponsor a race or purchase a horse, see the club’s App, or contact Brian Carroll or Shane McElhone.
LOTTO: The lotto draw will also take place on Sunday evening in Earley’s for a jackpot of €5,700.
GAMES: The U-11 footballers played really week to defeat Mountbellew. The U-12 footballers made it four wins on the trot with a 5-7 to 1-6 victory against Headford in Williamstown on Sunday morning. The U-17 footballers were defeated by Mountbellew/Moylough, 3-14 to 4-8, in their C championship quarter-final on Sunday. Thanks to Williamstown GAA Club for the use of the facilities.
FIXTURE: The U-16 footballers play Milltown in Williamstown on Friday evening at 6.45 p.m..
UNDERAGE NEWS: Well done to the Oran/St. Croan’s U-16 Division Four team who recorded a very impressive win over Clann na nGael in Rockfield on Friday evening. The lads managed to score five goals in a really enjoyable game of football. They are currently third in the group and right in the mix to make the semi-finals. Well done to the Oran/St. Croan’s minor footballers who had an excellent 4-15 to 2-10 win over Kilmore/Shannon Gaels in Ballinameen on Tuesday evening. There were excellent performances all over the pitch, particularly around the middle with Seamus Hussey and Eoin Collins securing a lot of possession to set up Conor Muldoon, who finished brilliantly to score his side’s first goal. The former two combined again, with Hussey putting in a high ball, with Collins flicking the ball to the net. From then on, Oran/Croan’s led for the remainder of the game, with Alan Conroy and substitute Coman Shaughnessy scoring a goal apiece. The second half saw some really good performances, particularly from Ivan Bikoi and Cathal O’Brien in defence, Seamus Hussey and Eoin Collins around the middle, and Alan Conroy and Rory Kelly up front.
OTHER NEWS: The club would like to thank Derek Harrington of Cloverhill Renewables for sponsoring tops for the senior footballers. Please support the charity tractor run in memory of former player Ian Conlon Slieve. Proceeds go to the Jigsaw Project. The run takes place at 2 p.m. on October 12th from Roscommon to Ballintubber.
LÁ NA GCLUB: The Lá na gClub will take place on Saturday next, September 13th, commencing at 11 a.m. with a walk of remembrance on the walking track, which will be led by local piper Paul Rice. There are numerous other events taking place throughout the day and evening. The day is about coming together as a community alongside the promotion of Irish Culture and the Irish Language.
ADULT TEAMS: Best of luck to the Paul Flynn Construction and RossGal Loss Assessors senior footballers against Oran in their SFC preliminary quarter-final against Oran in Kiltoom on Wednesday evening at 8 p.m.. The Killeen's of Togher junior footballers are scheduled to be in action on Friday evening. However, a request had been made to play this game on Friday, September 26th, as the game that was due to be played on that evening against Éire Óg has now been conceded. The TSL Projects Ltd. intermediate ladies’ footballers play Western Gaels on Sunday morning. The M6 Motors sponsored senior hurlers defeated Roscommon Gaels in their championship quarter-final (see match report on page 9). They are back in action on Sunday next in their semi-final against Four Roads in Ballyforan at 4 p.m.. The Millars and Lorus intermediate footballers will meet Kilbride in their rescheduled relegation semi-final on Saturday, September 20th, in Fuerty at 4.30 p.m..
FIXTURES: Tuesday, September 9th, Kilmore/Shannon Gaels (KSG) U-14 Division Four v Kilglass/Barry’s in Tarmonbarry at 7 p.m.; KSG U-18 Division One v Castlerea in Castlerea at 7 p.m.; U-16 girls’ semi-final v Castlerea away at 6.15 p.m.. Thursday, September 11th, KSG U-14 Division One v Boyle in Boyle (school pitch) at 7 p.m.; KSG U-18 Division Four v Boyle in Abbey Park at 7 p.m.. Friday, September 12th, junior men v St. Brigid’s in Kiltoom at 8 p.m.. Saturday, September 13th, intermediate preliminary quarter-final v Creggs in O’Rourke Park at 4 p.m.. Sunday, September 14th, senior ladies’ quarter-final away to Shannon Gaels at 12 noon.
50/50 DRAW: Last week’s winner was Carmel and Patricia Noone, Carrick, who won €600.
CLUB DEVELOPMENT: Great work has taken place on the club grounds in Croghan over the past few weeks. All the new signage has been installed and looks fantastic. The new Tom Collins sign has been erected on the side of the clubhouse, as well as a new plaque on the wall. The new walkway is almost finished and the LED lighting has been installed. Well done to Milo and his team. New ball stops have been erected following storm damage earlier in the year. Work is also about to begin to erect signage to display the club’s newest team sponsors, as well as a roofed display sign of additional club sponsors. Anyone interested in being involved can contact any club officer.
COUNTY CHAMPIONS: Well done to the club’s U-19 girls’ team who defeated St. Dominic’s to secure the Division One title in Kilbride. The team was ably led by captain Erica Jordan, but kudos to the entire squad and their mentors for this great win. Squad: Abbey McHugh, Keeva Campbell, Erica Jordan, Madison Hagan, Denise Duffy, Holly Rogers, Jane O'Boyle, Charlotte Trautt, Gaby Compton, Erin Hagan, Georgia Gerrity, Hannah Cox, Grace Cox, Cara Cox, Abbey McGlynn, Caitlin Burke, Shauna Murphy, Erin Conefry, Suzanne Trautt, Millie Hagan, Cliona Gallagher. Mentors: Darrell Pringle, Ciarán Cox, Ronan Conefry, Claire Hoare, Ann Marie Conefry.
ADULT LADIES: The club’s intermediate ladies’ footballers registered an important 3-11 to 1-9 victory against St. Croan’s in Enfield. This leaves the girls in the box seat for the semi-finals, with one game to play — a home game against Kilbride next week — in the league phase of the competition.
FUNDRAISER: Cloonfour NS will hold a Quid Games fundraiser, with a view to building an outdoor astro-turf facility at the school. Several club members are taking part, so watch out for their events in the run-up to the main event in late October.
WEEKLY ROUND-UP: Well done to the combined St. Croan’s/Oran minor boys’ footballers who defeated Kilmore/Shannon Gaels on a scoreline of 4-15 to 2-10. Both U-14 combined boys’ teams were in action during the week. The Division Four team defeated St. Faithleach’s on a scoreline of 7-7 to 3-7. The Division Two team defeated St. Michael’s/St. Ronan’s on a scoreline of 4-11 to 4-7. Well done to both teams. Hard luck to the combined U-14 girls’ team who were defeated by St. Ciaran’s in their semi-final on Tuesday evening. The U-19 ladies shared the spoils, 3-7 to 1-13, in their league final against Boyle. Details of the replay to be confirmed. Well done to the St. Croan’s/Oran U-16 Division Four boys’ team who defeated Clann na nGael on a scoreline of 5-13 to 3-10. Hard luck to the intermediate ladies who were defeated on a scoreline of 3-11 to 1-9 by St. Barry’s in the fourth round of the championship.
FIXTURES: Tuesday, September 9th, St. Croan’s/Oran Division One minor footballers v St. Michael’s/St. Ronan’s in Rockfield at 7 p.m.; St. Croan’s/Oran Division Four U-14 footballers v St. Michael’s/St. Ronan’s in Kilronan Park at 7 p.m.; LGFA Division 2A semi-final, St. Croan’s/Oran v St. Brigid’s in Kiltoom at 6.15 p.m.. Thursday, September 11th, St. Croan’s/Oran Division Two U-14 footballers v Roscommon Gaels in Lisnamult at 7 p.m.. Friday, September 12th, St. Croan’s/Oran Division Two U-16 footballers v Strokestown in Rockfield at 6.45 p.m.. Sunday, September 14th, St. Croan’s intermediate ladies’ footballers v Michael Glaveys in Ballinlough at 11 a.m..
ADULT FOOTBALL: The Junior B footballers are away to Kilmore on Saturday next at 5 p.m.. The senior relegation play-off final against Western Gaels has been fixed for Kilbride on Friday, September 19th, in Kilbride at 8 p.m..
SENIOR HURLERS: The senior hurlers defeated Athleague by 3-20 to 1-19 in the senior hurling championship quarter-final (see match report, page 8). They play Oran in the county semi-final on Sunday next in Ballyforan at 2 p.m..
LGFA NEWS: The senior ladies’ footballers play St. Ciaran’s in their championship quarter-final in Fuerty on Sunday morning at 11 a.m.. Hard luck to the U-19 ladies who fell short in their Division One final against St. Barry’s, after extra time, in front of a large crowd in Kilbride on Thursday evening. The U-16 girls play Northern Harps in Knockcroghery on Tuesday, September 9th, at 6.30 p.m.. The club’s Mothers and Others team took part in the LGFA National Festival in Portmarnock on Saturday. The ladies played four games against Rock St. Patrick's of Tyrone, Blackhill Emeralds of Monaghan, Baltinglass of Wicklow, and Eadestown of Kildare. The team thoroughly enjoyed the occasion. The U-14 girls play Kilbride in their county final on Sunday. Check out the club’s social media channels for details.
CAMOGIE: The senior camogie team defeated Four Roads by 2-3 to 0-6 in Knockcroghery on Saturday evening to secure their fourth win of the group stages. They must wait to find out their opponents in the county semi-final, which is fixed for Saturday, October 4th. The U-12 team prevailed by the narrowest of margins in their A final against Pádraig Pearses. Well done to the team and management. The U-6 camógs ended their year with a Go Games Blitz in Ballyforan. The future is bright for St. Dominic's Camogie.
CHAMPIONSHIP NEWS: The senior footballers’ quarter-final opponents will be confirmed when the draw takes place on Wednesday evening. The Junior A ladies’ quarter-final between St. Faithleach’s and Castlerea St. Kevin’s will take place on Sunday, September 14th, in O’Rourke Park at 11 a.m.. The U-16 girls meet Kilglass Gaels/Kilmore in their championship semi-final on Tuesday, September 9th, in Ballyleague at 6.15 p.m..
SYMPATHY: The club would like to express its deepest condolences to the family and friends of Liam Dunne, Ballyleague, and formerly of Roscommon town. May he Rest In Peace.
JUNIOR CHAMPIONSHIP: Best of luck to the junior men’s football team, sponsored by Joe Simon Home, Garden and Build, who are away to Tulsk at 4 p.m. on Saturday next in the second round of the Junior B Championship.
LGFA NEWS: The junior ladies were defeated by Kilbride on a scoreline of 2-4 to 0-7 on Saturday afternoon. After finishing second in their group, they will play Clann na nGael in their quarter-final on Sunday next in Ballyfarnon at 11 a.m.. The U-14 girls won their Division 2B semi-final against Strokestown on a scoreline of 4-13 to 2-4. Best wishes to them in the final against Michael Glaveys on Sunday next (details to be confirmed). The Division Four side gave a great account of themselves in their defeat against Clann na nGael in Johnstown on Wednesday last.
UNDERAGE GAA: Hard luck to the U-14 Division Two boys who were narrowly defeated by Oran/St. Croan's on a scoreline of 4-11 to 4-7 in Ardcarne Park on Thursday evening. This week, the U-14 Division Four team play Oran/St. Croan's in Ballyfarnon on Tuesday, September 9th, at 7 p.m.. The U-14 Division Two team play St. Dominic’s in Knockcroghery on Thursday, September 11th, at 7 p.m.. The U-16s play Roscommon Gaels on Friday in their final group game at Lisnamult at 7 p.m.. The SMSR U-12 boys travelled to Brewster Park, Enniskillen, on Saturday last. Thanks to former St. Michael’s player, Joe Wilde, for extending the invitation to the boys. Well done to the U-12 girls who defeated Shannon Gaels in Croghan on Sunday evening.
SYMPATHY: The club extends its sympathy to the Tully family, Gloria, on their recent bereavement. May Ambrose Rest In Peace.
CHAMPIONSHIP: It's back to championship action on Saturday next when the junior footballers play St. Brigid’s in the Junior A preliminary quarter-final. The game is fixed for Orchard Park, Elphin, at 4 p.m.. Support would be greatly appreciated.
LOTTO: There was no winner of the lotto jackpot in last weekend’s draw. Consolation prizes were won by the following: €70, Margaret Gaffney, Arigna; €30, Avril Cryan, Keadue; €20, Mags and Donna, Arigna; €20, Mary Gilmartin, Drumshanbo. The jackpot for Sunday evening’s draw will be €14,200. Enter the lotto online at www.stronansgaa.com.
JUNIORS: Best of luck to the Junior A football team and their management in their relegation play-off on Wednesday evening.
FIXTURES: Tuesday, September 9th, Minor championship v Elphin/Ballinameen in Strokestown at 7 p.m.. Wednesday, September 10th, Junior A championship relegation final v Roscommon Gaels B in Kilbride at 8 p.m.. Thursday, September 11th, U-14 championship v Elphin/Ballinameen in Elphin at 7 p.m.. Friday, September 12th, U-16 championship v Oran/St. Croan’s in Oran at 6.45 p.m..
FIXTURE: The club’s PB Networks sponsored Junior B football team play St. Michael's in the Junior B Championship on Saturday evening. See fixtures for details. Best of luck to all involved.
RELEGATION PLAY-OFF: The Western Gaels senior footballers were defeated by Castlerea St. Kevin’s on a scoreline of 0-14 to 1-9 in Enfield on Sunday last (see match report, page 7). They play St. Dominic’s in their relegation final in two weeks’ time.
NATIONAL BLITZ: The club’s Gaelic for Mothers and Others team attended the National LGFA Blitz in Portmarnock on Saturday last. It was fantastic to see representation from St. Dominic’s and Éire Óg. Thanks to Micheal Cooney and Sons for their generous sponsorship of the Gaelic for Mothers and Others team.
LOTTO: There was no winner of the jackpot in the draw on September 6th. €20 winners were TJ Hannon, Gary Jordan, Marie Theresa Cooney, Shane Boland, and Adrian and Fiona Drury. The jackpot stands at €4,400 for the draw on Saturday next, September 13th.
SYMPATHY: Sincere sympathies are extended to the family of Catherine Ryan (RIP), Ballinagare, and to the Haran and Loftus families on the death of Caroline.
