Roscommon camogie teams wished every success as ladies' and men's football leagues continue
The Roscommon U-16 camogie panel, sporting their new training tops sponsored by Donal Kilduff, Kilduff Construction, ahead of this Sunday's game against Armagh in Lisnamult.
GOOD LUCK: The club would like to wish every success to club members Aideen O’Brien, Rachel Fitzmaurice, Jane Horan and Tara Naughton who are part of the Roscommon junior camogie panel that are playing Laois in the fourth round of the Very National League on Saturday next. The match is scheduled for a Laois venue at 2 p.m.. The team are in second place in the table, just one point behind Laois who have won all their games. Roscommon are undefeated with two wins and a draw.
CONGRATULATIONS: The club would like to congratulate the following club members on their success in the Third Level Colleges finals in Belfast last weekend. Ciara Moran was manager of the ATU Galway that won the Donaghy Cup final. Ciara Dowd was a member of the UL team that won the Lagan Cup final. Ciara also received the Player of the Match award.
MEMBERSHIP: Players and coaches can now register for 2025 on the Foireann website. The current membership will cease at the end of March. All members need to be registered before training starts. Membership rates for 2025 are as follows: Non players, €40; U-8, €30; U-18, €50; Students over 18, €75; Adult player, €85.
TANSEY CUP: Well done to the junior football team who defeated Castlerea in the second round of the Tansey Cup on Sunday morning. They play Roscommon Gaels in the next round on March 29th. The Junior B team kick off their Division Five campaign this Saturday against St. Michael’s in Ardcarne Park at 4.30 p.m..
50/50 DRAW: The club held its monthly 50/50 draw on Sunday, March 2nd, in Farrell's. Congratulations to the winners, James Brennan and Katelyn Roddy, who won €2,065. The next draw is on March 30th in Dodd’s. Tickets are on sale online, on the app, or from any member of the executive committee.
LOTTO: There was no winner of the lotto jackpot in last weekend’s draw. Lucky dip winners were Jimmy Donaghue, Noel Nolan, John McDermott, Patricia and John Lyons, and Daniel Coyne. Next weekend’s jackpot is €14,100 for the draw in Silke’s.
YOUNG ROSSIES: The best of luck to John Curran and the Roscommon U-20s that play Mayo in Castlebar on Wednesday, and to Dara Curran and Seán Vaughan and the Roscommon minor team that play Sligo in The Hyde on Friday. It is a great achievement for Dara who captains the minor team, an honour that is richly deserved.
SENIOR LEAGUE: Well done to the senior footballers who defeated Oran in the O’Rourke Cup on a scoreline of 1-10 to 1-6 last Saturday. Hard luck to the junior team that were beaten by Ballinameen.
BOXING: Well done to Aoife and Lisa O’Rourke on winning silver medals at the World Boxing Championships — an absolutely brilliant achievement for both girls.
SYMPATHY: Condolences to the McDermott family, Cloonkeen, on the passing of Pat and the Shallow family, Tuam, on the passing of Padraic. May they Rest In Peace.
LGFA: The adult ladies commenced their league campaign on Sunday when they travelled to Tarmonbarry. The game finished on a scoreline of 2-13 to 1-2 in St. Barry’s favour. The game was much more competitive than the scoreline suggests. Kilbride were guilty of some bad decision making at times. Too many passes went astray and the team couldn’t convert possession into scores. However, there were also a lot of positives from this young team in what was their first competitive outing. The next game is against St. Dominic’s on Sunday, April 6th, in Kilbride. Team: Sarah Shanagher, Aoife Tully, Niamh Tully, Katelyn Shally, Grace Dowling, Caoimhe Neary, Laura McSharry, Aisling Shanagher, Fiona Tully, Ciara Maguire, Casey Keane, Ivannah Looby, Clara Tully, Aoibhinn Neary, Carla Griffin. Subs: Robyn Dowling for Caoimhe Neary, Ciara Cronin for Aoibhinn Neary, Enya Neary for Carla Griffin. The club wishes Caoimhe Neary a speedy recovery from the injury she picked up during the game.
U-16 TEAM: The U-16 team recorded a good win against Northern Harps. They found themselves behind at the halfway mark, 3-3 to 2-3, but a strong second-half performance saw them finish ahead on a scoreline of 6-5 to 3-5. Well done to all involved. The next game is away to Michael Glaveys on Sunday, March 30th. Team: Lilymae Gavigan, Caoimhe Mullarkey, Keela Kelly, Roisín O’Reilly, Katie Cleary, Ella Brennan, Aoife Lavin, Sophie Hanley, Megan Molloy, Laura Fannon, Sadhbh Shally, Emily Hanley, Saoirse McNeill, Emily O’Shea, Roisin O’Grady. Sub used: Ailbhe O’Connor.
WELL DONE AISLING: A huge congratulations to Aisling Hanly who was part of the DCU team that won the O’Connor Cup last weekend.
The junior men’s footballers defeated Roscommon Gaels by two points in their second league game last weekend. They have a break next weekend but the Division Five team are in action against Éire Óg on Saturday at 4.30 p.m.. The Kilglass Gaels/Kilmore ladies’ team lost out to Castlerea St. Kevin’s in their second league game, having been defeated by Pádraig Pearses a week earlier.
LOTTO: There was no winner of the lotto jackpot in last weekend’s draw. Aidan and JP, Paul Diffley and Mary McCormack matched three numbers.
FUNDRAISER: The club launched a major fundraiser in Noel’s Bar, Roosky, on March 16th. There are ten prizes up for grabs. The top prize is 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. They are available from club members and online. The draw will take place on the October Bank Holiday weekend. Other prizes include, 2nd, €1,000, 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 night bed and breakfast in the Shearwater Hotel, 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.
CAPTAIN FANTASTIC: Well done to Robert Heneghan who has been chosen as captain of the Roscommon U-20 football team that begin their defence of their Connacht title with a game against Mayo at Hastings Insurance MacHale Park, Castlebar, on this Wednesday, March 19th, at 5.30 p.m..
CLUB MEETING: A general club meeting will be held in the Healy Room, Michael Glaveys Community Centre, on Monday, March 24th, at 8 p.m.. All members are invited to attend.
O’ROURKE CUP: Hard luck to the senior football team and management who lost out to St. Dominic’s in the second round of the O’Rourke Cup by 2-16 to 3-10.
O’ROURKE CUP: The Paul Flynn/RosGal sponsored senior footballers edged out Roscommon Gaels by 3-8 to 2-10 in their second O’Rourke Cup game of the season. Caelim Keogh’s goal handed Pearses a 1-5 to 0-7 advantage at the interval. Jack Tumulty added two further goals before Paul Carey’s point following a foul on Eoin Colleran, in what was the last kick of the game, procured a narrow win. The next game is away to Boyle on Saturday, March 29th, at 5 p.m.. Squad: David Whelan, Gavin Downey Paul Carey (0-2), Caelim Keogh (1-0), Conor Lohan, Seán Canning (0-1), Hubert Darcy, Declan Kenny, Eoin Colleran (0-2), Eoin McManus, Jack Tumulty (2-3), Adam McGreal, Shane Carty, Daniel Farrell, Mark Richardson, Paul Whelan, James Costello, Cillian Blackweir, Ross Glynn, Eoin Canning.
O’GARA CUP: The Division Two League team were defeated by St. Brigid’s, 3-13 to 0-15, in the O’Gara Cup at Woodmount on Saturday. Well done to referee Gerry Kinneavey and his umpires who let the game flow. Congratulations to his umpire Benny O’Brien on winning Clann na nGael Clubperson of the Year. Panel: James Costelloe, Ryan Kelly, Anthony Butler, John Moore, Padraig Downey, Eoin McManus, Killian Blackweir, Adam McManus, David Whelan, Daniel Mooney, Jack Tumulty, Paul Whelan, Eoin Canning, Emmett Kelly, Ross Glynn, Karl Feehily, Conor Kelly, Barry McGowan. The team are away to St. Michael’s on Sunday, March 30th, at 11 a.m..
THE ROSSIES: Best of luck to Pádraig Pearses players Jack Nevin, Keelan Kelly and the Roscommon U-20 football squad who get their Connacht campaign underway away to Mayo on Wednesday evening. Best of luck also to Michael and Jack Brooks, John Price, Enda Browne and all the Roscommon minor football squad and management who start their campaign at home to Sligo on Friday evening.
RESULTS: The Division Two men’s team were beaten by Tulsk, 2-17 to 0-11. The senior ladies recorded a good 2-11 to 0-5 victory against St. Mary’s Tulsk. The U-16 girls lost out to St. Faithleach’s on a scoreline of 4-7 to 2-11.
FIXTURES: The junior men’s footballers play Tulsk on March 22nd in Tulsk at 4.30 p.m..
CONGRATULATIONS: The club congratulates Aisling Ryan and Sarah Boyd on winning the 2025 HEC Cup with DCU. A special shoutout to Sarah, who was named Player of the Match — an incredible achievement. It’s fantastic to see club players excelling at colleges across the country.
50/50 DRAW: The 50/50 draw is back. Make sure to play online on the Shannon Gaels App or grab an envelope from any of the local businesses. The weekly draws will take place every Sunday night live on Facebook. The winner takes 50 per cent. Last week’s winner was John Cunniffe, Dysart, who won €830.
PARADE: Well done to members who took part in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Carrick-on-Shannon. A big thank you to Tracey for organising and looking after everyone.
SHOOTING STARS: Any child interested in joining Shannon Gaels should contact Alan at 086 3855334. The club’s Shooting Stars programme takes place between 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. every Friday in the complex, Carrick-on-Shannon.
REGISTRATION: Players and coaches must be registered on www.foireann.ie. Anyone experiencing any difficulty should contact Caroline Creighton (GAA) or Fiona Dunne (LGFA).
LGFA TEAMS: Sunday was a productive morning for the club’s ladies’ teams, with good wins for the adult and U-16 teams. The intermediate ladies defeated Kilbride by 2-13 to 1-2 in the Division One League. The U-16 travelled to Roscommon Gaels and enjoyed a comprehensive victory.
DINNER DANCE: With just over a week to go until the club’s celebration dinner dance, tickets are flying out the door. Saturday, March 29th, is the date, and the Abbey Hotel, Roscommon Town, is the venue. Tickets are limited.
THE ROSSIES: Good luck to Cillian Campbell and Tadgh Rogers who are both involved with Roscommon teams commencing their provincial championships this week. Cillian is part of the Roscommon U-20 squad that are hoping to retain their Connacht championship. They play Mayo in the first round on Wednesday in Castlebar. Tadgh has showed up well on the minor panel and should feature in their championship campaign, which starts on Friday evening in the Hyde against Sligo. With Shannon McGuinness establishing herself as a regular starter with the Roscommon intermediate ladies’ football team, as well as several St. Barry's players featuring on various Roscommon underage ladies’ football panels, these are exciting times for St. Barry's players.
CASH FOR CLOBBER: The cash for clobber collection is up and running again. Bags of clothes can be left at the clubhouse after any training session.
RESULTS: The Division Two adult men’s team shared the spoils with St. Michael’s on a scoreline of 1-14 to 3-8 in the O’Gara Cup. The ladies’ team’s Division Two game was conceded by Western Gaels.
FIXTURE: Sunday, March 23rd, LGFA Adult League Division Five, St. Croan’s v Clann na nGael in Johnstown at 12 p.m..
SCHOOLS’ SEMI-FINAL: Commiserations to Orlaith, Kiera, and the Mercy College Roscommon senior ladies’ football team and management on their defeat to Skibbereen Community School in the All-Ireland PPS Senior A semi-final on Wednesday last.
GILES CUP: Well done to Ella Thompson and Nessa Towey, daughter of Michael Towey and granddaughter of Club President Patricia Towey, on Mary Immaculate College’s victory over UCD in the Giles Cup on a scoreline of 3-9 to 1-8 last Saturday.
U-20 FOOTBALLERS: Best of luck to Alan Conroy, Eoin Collins and the Roscommon U-20 footballers who start their championship campaign against Mayo on Wednesday, March 19th, in Castlebar at 5.30 p.m..
LEAGUE VICTORY: The junior footballers commenced their league campaign with a 4-10 to 0-9 victory against Boyle on Sunday morning. Early goals from Paddy Fannon (2) and Dara Hynes, alongside points from Mark Gilleran, handed St. Joseph’s a 3-4 to 0-2 half-time lead. Despite a comeback from Boyle, St. Joseph’s kicked on with some well-worked scores from Mickey Joe Egan, Kevin Glynn and Liam Egan. The next league match takes place on this Saturday, March 22nd, against St. Ronan’s in Kilteevan.
GAMES: The Joe Simon Home Garden and Build sponsored O’Gara Cup team drew with St. Croan’s in the second round of the league last weekend. They play Pádraig Pearses in Ardcarne Park on Sunday, March 30th, at 11 a.m.. In the meantime, the Division Five team face Ballinameen next Saturday, March 22nd, in Ardcarne Park at 4.30 p.m..
GOOD LUCK: The club wishes Ruadhan Henry and the Roscommon U-20 football panel every success as they start their provincial campaign against Mayo this Wednesday, March 19th, in Castlebar at 5.30 p.m.. Best of luck also to Alex Oates, Bríon O'Dowd, Darragh Lee and the Roscommon minor football panel and management who open their Connacht championship campaign against Sligo on Friday, March 21st, in King and Moffatt Dr. Hyde Park at 5.30 p.m..
LGFA: The junior ladies’ footballers, sponsored by Boyle Credit Union, welcomed Michael Glaveys to Ardcarne Park for their opening game of the league on Sunday morning. An early goal for the visitors was the difference between the sides during a competitive opening half. Glaveys struck for two more majors just after the interval but the Saints responded in kind with a pair of their own to set up an exciting final quarter. However, the away side tacked on some late points to secure a hard-fought 3-8 to 2-4 victory. Well done to the panel and management on a sterling effort that bodes well for the future. Meanwhile the U-16 girls produced another hard-working performance on Sunday evening, despite being defeated by a strong Oran/St. Croan's side.
MEMBERSHIP: Club members are invited to register for the upcoming season through the St. Michael’s App, Clubspot. For queries, contact Stephen Carty (GAA) or Miryam Daly (LGFA).
QUIZ: Thank you to all those who took part in the club members quiz night. Everyone had a great night. Congratulations to the winners.
COMMUNITY GAMES: Ardcarne Community Games, in association with St. Michael's GAA and LGFA, are now using the Re-turn initiative as a fundraising scheme. Please place all recyclable bottles/cans with the Re-turn logo into the orange bin. The bin is located between the two buildings at Ardcarne Park.
CONGRATULATIONS: A big congratulations to club player Niall McGill and his wife Sherida on the new arrival of their baby girl, Teagan.
MEMBERSHIP: Club membership is now due for 2025. Prices are senior club, €80 for a single, €100 for a couple, €40 for a student, €50 for a non-playing member; Minor club, €40 for one child, €60 for two or more children. Contact any member of the club committee to sign up.
THE ROSSIES: Best of luck to Colm Neary, Shane McGinley and the Roscommon senior footballers who face Westmeath this Sunday in Mullingar at 1.30 p.m.. The club wishes Conor Tighe, coach John Rogers, and the Roscommon minor footballers the best of luck when they face Sligo on Friday in the opening round of the Connacht Minor Football Championship in Dr. Hyde Park at 5.30 p.m.. Best of luck also to the Roscommon U-20 footballers for their upcoming Connacht championship campaign. They face Mayo this Wednesday in Castlebar in their opening round provincial fixture at 5.30 p.m..
SOCIAL DANCING: Social dancing continues this week on Thursday evening in the Scoil Mhuire School Hall between 9 p.m. and 11 p.m.. Seán Corrigan will be providing the tunes. Admission is €10. All are welcome.
O’GARA CUP: The club’s intermediate footballers recorded a 2-17 to 0-11 win over Shannon Gaels in the second round of the O'Gara Cup on Saturday. Team: S. Martin, N. McNamara, G. Callaghan, K. Jennings, F. Moylan, J. Brady, D. Gaughan, Thomas O'Rourke, R. Larkin, D. McNamara, C. Fahey, E. O'Connor, E. Moylan, D. Connolly, J. Egan. Subs used: J. Flynn, C. Moylan, J. Moylan. Well done to manager Liam McNeill and his team. Round Three takes place on Saturday, March 30th, at home to St. Croan’s.
DIVISION FIVE LEAGUE: The Division Five League gets underway this weekend when Tulsk’s team are at home to Shannon Gaels. See fixtures for details. Best of luck to the lads.
PITCH BOOKINGS: Fiona Crean has resumed her role as pitch co-ordinator. Team managers should contact Fiona on 086 2516344 to book the pitch for training slots.
ROSSIE RAMBLE: The Rossie Ramble will take place in The Claddagh Ring Pub, Hendon on Friday, April 4th, on the eve of the London v Roscommon Connacht SFC game. Included as part of the initiative will be the Rossie Ramble Draw, with proceeds going towards the final phase of the Tulsk GAA pitch development, including lighting, fencing and a walkway surrounding the new training pitch. Prizes include return flights to New York for two people for Roscommon v New York in 2026 — tickets to the match and three nights’ accommodation or €2,500 cash equivalent; two tickets to the final day of the Open Championship 2025, Royal Portrush Golf Club; two weekend passes for Electric Picnic; €500 voucher to Centre Parcs; two tickets to the All-Ireland hurling final; two tickets to Zach Bryan in Dublin; two tickets to Anfield for a Liverpool game for 2025/26 season; two tickets to Old Trafford for a Manchester United game for 2025/26 season; two tickets to the All-Ireland camogie final; two tickets to the All-Ireland ladies’ football final. Tickets cost €20 each, three for €50, six for €80, or nine for €100. They are on sale from all committee members, adult players and www.tulskgaa.ie.
SAFEGUARDING COURSE: The club is hosting a Safeguarding Children’s Course for coaches and mentors of underage teams on Friday, March 21st, between 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. in Tulsk Macra Hall. The cost is €10 per person. Anyone interested should contact Felicia Loughrey or Kieran Moylan.
LOTTO: There was no winner of the lotto jackpot in last weekend’s draw. €20 winners were Mary Finneran, Sharon Lavin, Kevin Duffy and Pat Browne, Noreen Harington, and Marie Theresa Cooney. The jackpot for next Saturday evening’s draw will be €8,500. Tickets are available online through Clubforce, the Clubforce app or from local outlets. Online ticket sales for next week’s draw close at 8.30 p.m. on Saturday evening. The club thanks everyone for their continued support.
RETURN TO PLAY: Details of underage return to play protocols can be found on the Western Gaels Facebook and Instagram pages. Nursery programme for U-6 boys and girls commences on March 31st in Tibohine Hall for children who are in Junior or Senior Infants only. Registration can be completed via the Foireann App.
