Underage championships get underway; new car park completed in Kilbride; Pearses prepare for big matches
Grace Cullen and Chloe Conry supporting Ballinameen during their recent Tansey Cup final against Strokestown. Picture: Gerard O'Loughlin
LOTTO NEWS: There was no winner of the lotto jackpot. Michael Gormley matched three numbers. The jackpot stands at €6,400 for next weekend’s draw — play online on the Boyle GAA App or at various outlets locally.
LGFA FIXTURES: The U-14 Division Four team will play Clann na nGael on Wednesday, July 23rd, in Abbey Park at 7 p.m.. The U-19 Division Three Group A game against St. Mary’s, Tulsk, will be played on July 24th in Tulsk at 7 p.m..
CAMOGIE: The U-12 Boyle Leopards will play Tulsk on July 22nd in Tulsk at 7 p.m..
UNDERAGE FIXTURES: The U-14 Division Four Boys’ team play St. Faithleach’s on July 22nd at 7 p.m. in the Abbey Park. The U-14 Division One team will play Michael Glaveys/Éire Óg on July 24th in the Abbey Park at 7 p.m.. The minor footballers meet Michael Glaveys/Éire Óg in Ballinlough on July 23rd at 7.30 p.m.. Support for all Boyle teams would be appreciated.
LOTTO: There was no jackpot winner in the lotto draw. Lucky dip winners were John Dowman, Cornwall family, Rachel Finn, Allie Coyne and Rose Cawley. Next week’s jackpot for the draw in Silke’s stands at €4,700.
MINORS: The minor footballers recorded a great 5-13 to 0-13 victory against St. Michael’s/St. Ronan’s in Ballyfarnon. They play Oran/St. Croan’s in the second round on Tuesday evening in O’Rourke Park.
ALL-IRLEAND DRAW: Castlerea St. Kevin’s GAA Club is, once again, delighted to give people the opportunity to win two tickets to the 2025 All-Ireland senior men’s football final. The lucky winner will also win an overnight stay for two people in a double room on July 27th with breakfast included at the four-star Bonnington Hotel plus €250 spending money. Tickets for this “online only” draw are €20 each or three for €50. The winner will be selected on Friday, July 25th, when the draw takes place during bingo. Ticket sales close at 5 p.m. on Friday, July 25th. Tickets can be purchased via the link on the club’s Facebook page/Twitter account or, alternatively, contact any committee member.
UNDERAGE NEWS: Division Two Minor Football Championship, Kilbride 3-8, Kilglass/St. Barry’s 0-16. Despite missing several key players, the minor boys’ footballers got their championship campaign off to the perfect start with a well-earned victory over Kilglass/St. Barry’s on Tuesday evening. The U-14 boys commenced their championship season with a 7-17 to 6-9 victory against St. Michael’s/St. Ronan’s. All 19 players played an important role in the victory. The next game is against Oran/St. Croan’s on Thursday next in Kilbride. Panel: Patrick Healy, Senan Naughton, Seán Rock, Marcus Mahon, Patrick Farrell, Jake Donlon, Dara Feeley, Rory Lally, Harry Trimble, Ben McHugh, Senan Lohan, Shay Molloy, Cathal Farrell, Charlie Madden, Harry Lee, Joshua Kelly, Rhys Carty, Daithi Farrell, Dara Cummins.
LGFA: The U-19 ladies travelled to Pádraig Pearses and, despite fighting until the end, were beaten by 5-11 to 3-7. They are at home to Strokestown on Thursday, July 24th, at 7 p.m.. Team: Team: Sarah Shanagher, Clodagh Murray, Grace Dowling, Megan Molloy, Keela Kelly, Sophie Hanly, Katelyn Shally, Aisling Shanagher, Laura McSharry, Clara Tully, Ivannah Looby, Ella Brennan, Ciara Cronin, Bea O'Grady, Roisín O’Grady. Subs: Katie Cleary for Megan Molloy. The U-12 girls travelled to Castlerea for their first game of the autumn league on Sunday evening. Kilbride: Pheobe McNaboe, Ella Costello, Eloise Mannion, Aimee Glynn, Chloe Suffin, Sarah Tarmey, Isobel Farrell, Dillie Glynn, Georgia Hannon, Aoibhinn and Roisín Mullarkey. The next outing for the team is against Boyle on Sunday at 6 p.m.. Best of luck to the U-14 team who begin their Division Two championship on Friday at 7 p.m. in Kilbride when they face St. Brigid’s.
OTHER NEWS: The club’s new car park was completed on Tuesday. It is a wonderful amenity. A huge thanks to everyone involved in getting the project over the line. A lot of progress was made on Saturday by everyone who attended for the club’s clean-up day. The club appreciates the help.
UNDERAGE FIXTURES: Tuesday, July 22nd, U-14 Division Four, Kilmore/Shannon Gaels v Roscommon Gaels in Croghan at 7 p.m.. Thursday, July 24th, U-14 Division One, St. Ciaran’s v Kilmore/Shannon Gaels in Mulhern Park at 7 p.m.; U-18 Division Three, Kilmore/Shannon Gaels v St. Brigid’s in Croghan at 7 p.m.. Friday, July 25th, U-16 Division Four v Western Gaels in Nash Park at 7 p.m..
LOTTO: There was no winner of the lotto jackpot worth €4,900 in last Sunday’s draw. Well done to David Hunt who matched three numbers. The jackpot will be €5,100 for next draw in two weeks’ time.
PITCH CLOSED: The main pitch is now closed for renovations. It will be closed until next year.
MICHAEL JAMES KELLY, RIP: Michael Glaveys extends its deepest sympathy to the Kelly family on the death of their beloved Michael James — husband to Bernie, father to Michael, Brendan, Kevin, Ann Marie, Seán and Helen, as well as his sister Rose, his extended family and wide circle of friends. The club owes a great debt of gratitude to Michael James. His role in the development of Peadar Earley Memorial Park cannot be overstated. As a member of the development committee, he played a pivotal role in the development of the site. He was supervisor of the first Youth Employment Scheme. What stands today in Sampey’s Lawn is a fitting tribute to his contribution to the club and community. Michael James was also involved in coaching club teams, and was an outstanding fundraiser. His family will miss him most, but the Michael Glaveys family will be much the poorer for his passing.
LGFA NEWS: Well done to the U-19 ladies’ football team who played out a hard-earned draw, 4-10 apiece, against St. Croan’s in the Division Three Championship. Their next game is on Thursday evening at 7 p.m. at home against St. Michael’s. Support would be appreciated.
U-15 FOOTBALLERS: The Northern Gaels U-15 footballers played Salthill-Knocknacarra B in the Division 3B Championship semi-final in Glenamaddy on Tuesday last. With the aid of the breeze, Northern Gaels got off to a good start, scoring some early goals and points to settle nicely into the game. All 15 players were on top of their opponents as Northern Gaels led at half time by 6-7 to 0-3. The trend continued in the second half and Northern Gaels won the game comfortably. There were several different scorers throughout the game with goals from Jack, Michael, Craig, Lee, Luke and Seán. Points were scored by Jack, Craig, Sean, Luke, Cillian and Dathaí. Thanks to Salthill-Knocknacarra for the match and to Glenamaddy GAA Club for the use of its facilities. The team will met St. Gabriel’s in the final (details to be announced).
OTHER NEWS: The U-14 footballers were defeated by 3-14 to 2-4 by Kilkerrin/Clonberne. Keep an eye on the club’s Facebook page and WhatsApp groups for further fixtures and training schedules.
WEDDING BELLS: The club sends hearty congratulations to Oran senior selector Brendan Reilly and his fiancée Aisling McNeill, who tied the knot last Saturday. Aisling also has very strong Oran links through the Walsh family, Ballymacfreyne. The club hopes they both have a wonderful life together.
U-9 TOURNAMENT: A huge thank you to St. Croan’s who hosted an excellent U-9 tournament on Saturday in Enfield with neighbours Tulsk, St. Ciaran’s and John Mitchels from England. The tournament was superbly run and the kids enjoyed it immensely.
ALL-IRELAND TICKETS: Please support Oran Football Club’s draw for two All-Ireland football final tickets. Entry to the draw costs €10 each or €20 for three entries. To enter, follow the club’s social media accounts or contact a club member. The draw takes place this Friday.
UNDERAGE GAMES: The two parishes’ U-14 Division Four team got the championship off to a perfect start with an excellent win against Boyle on a scoreline of Oran/St. Croan’s 6-4, Boyle 4-8. Well done to everyone involved. Hard luck to the Oran/St. Croan’s U-16 boys who lost out to an exceptionally strong Pádraig Pearses team in the first round of the Division Two championship in Enfield on Monday evening. Despite goals from Kieran Murray and Dan Monaghan, it wasn't enough to bridge the gap to the large lead the visitors had built up with the strong wind in the first half. The U-16 Division Four team fared better against Kilmore/Shannon Gaels. They made a great start with two goals from Ciarán Cunnane and another by Dylan Hoban. Kilmore/Shannon Gaels came back into it in the second half, but goals from Donnacha Sweeney and Dylan Hoban alongside points from Aidan Harrington, Darragh Conroy and a nice two-pointer from Darragh Kelly procured a comfortable win. Best for Oran/Croan’s in the backs were Martin Bikoi, James O’Connor, and Luke Shaughnessy. Donnacha Sweeney and Darragh Kelly were dominant at midfield. In the forwards, Ciarán Cunnane, Oisín Finan and Player of the Match Dylan Hoban played very well.
CHAMPIONSHIP FIXTURES: Senior footballers, Round One v St. Faithleach’s in Ballyleague on Friday, August 1st, at 7.30 p.m.. Round Two v Clann na nGael in Woodmount on Friday, August 15th, at 8 p.m.. Round Three v St. Dominic’s in Ballyforan on Friday, August 29th, at 8 p.m.. Intermediate footballers, Round One v Kilmore in Ballinameen on Saturday, August 2nd, at 6 p.m.. Round Two v Éire Óg in Woodmount on Saturday, August 16th, at 7 p.m.. Round Three v Fuerty in Ballyforan on Saturday, August 30th, at 6 p.m.. Intermediate ladies, Round One v St. Barry’s in Woodmount on Sunday, August 10th, at 11 a.m.. Round Two v Kilbride away on Sunday, August 17th, at 11 a.m.. Round Three v St. Croan’s away on Sunday, August 24th, at 11 a.m.. Round Four v Michael Glaveys away on Sunday, September 7th, at 11 a.m.. Round Five v Western Gaels in Woodmount on Sunday, September 14th, at 11 a.m.. Junior ladies, Round One v St. Michael’s/St. Ronan’s away on Friday, August 8th, at 7 p.m.. Round Two v St. Dominic’s B in Woodmount on Saturday, August 16th, at 7 p.m.. Round Three (bye). Round Four v Kilbride B away on Saturday, August 30th, at 7 p.m.. Round Five v Shannon Gaels in Woodmount on Saturday, September 6th, at 5 p.m..
GAELIC 4 MOTHERS AND OTHERS: Well done to the Pádraig Pearses G4MOs team, who took part in a very enjoyable Sinead Connaughton Memorial Blitz in St. Dominic’s recently. There was great skill and camaraderie on display as the sun shone. Thanks to Glinsk, St. Ciarán’s, Éire Óg, and St. Brigid’s for being great sports and all the other teams for embracing the fun ethos of Gaelic 4 Mothers and Others. Congratulations to St. Dominic’s on an excellently-run blitz and for their hospitality afterwards. New players are always welcome. Why not come along on Monday evenings between 8.30 p.m. and 9.30 p.m.? Contact Eilish on 087 2720990 or Teresa on 087 9506444.
LOTTO: There was no winner of the lotto jackpot in the recent draw. Congratulations to match three winners, Joan Carty, c/o Donie Egan, and Johnny Kelly, c/o Johnny Kelly, who each scooped €100. The jackpot stands at €7,300.
SPONSORSHIP: The club thanks Paddy and Maura O’Brien who have generously sponsored a couple of dozen sliothars for the U-16 hurling team. Paddy and Maura's grandsons, Sam O'Brien and Ruairi Finn, presented the sliothars to the U-16 players and management.
UNDERAGE FIXTURES: Tuesday, July 22nd, U-14 Division Four Championship v Oran/St. Croan’s in Woodmount at 7 p.m.. Thursday, July 24th, U-14 Division Two Championship v Castlerea St. Kevin’s in Woodmount at 7.30 p.m.. Monday, July 28th, U-16 Division One Championship v St. Ciaran’s in Mulhern Park, Fuerty, at 7 p.m..
RESULTS: Minor Division One Football Championship, Pádraig Pearses 2-16, Roscommon Gaels 1-12; U-14 Division Two Championship, Roscommon Gaels 2-9, Pádraig Pearses 1-7; U-14 Division Four Championship, Roscommon Gaels 4-7, Pádraig Pearses 3-7. U-16 Division Two Championship, Pádraig Pearses 3-23, Oran/St. Croan’s 2-11.
U-16 FOOTBALLERS: The U-16 footballers recorded a good 3-23 to 2-11 victory against Oran/St. Croan’s in the opening round of the championship. Team: Daniel Duffy, Tadhg Flynn, Harry Costello, Patrick Barrett, Aaron O’Connell, Jason Carty, Aidan Óg Gallagher, Dylan Goode, Jack Brooks, Cillian Hogan, Danny Goode, Diarmuid Killeen, Cuileann Greene, Noah Glennon, Seán Maguire. Replacements: Evan Brooks, Sam O’Brien, Conor Hardiman, Darren Grenham. The team were due to play Strokestown in Woodmount in the next round of the championship on Monday (yesterday) evening.
CAMOGIE: Hard luck to Sarah Dooley, Charlotte Blackweir and the Roscommon junior camogie panel who lost out to Armagh in their All-Ireland Premier Junior Championship semi-final at Kingspan Breffni on Saturday last (see match report and reaction, pages 8 and 9).
RESULTS: Kilmore/Shannon Gaels minors 2-15, Clann na nGael 1-9; KSG U-14s 2-11, Clann na nGael 5-7; U-18 Division Three, KSG 1-15, Kilglass/Barry’s 1-4; U-19 ladies 4-9, Strokestown 4-19.
FIXTURES: Tuesday, July 22nd, KSG U-14 Division Four v Roscommon Gaels in Kilmore at 7 p.m.; U-14 girls play Oran/Croan’s away at 7 p.m.. Thursday, July 24th, KSG U-14 Division One v St. Ciaran’s in Fuerty at 7 p.m.; U-19 ladies v Pádraig Pearses away at 7 p.m.; KSG minors v St. Brigid’s in Croghan at 7 p.m.. Friday, July 25th, KSG U-16 Division Four v Western Gaels away at 7 p.m..
50/50 DRAW: Last week’s winner was Eoghan Creighton, Croghan, who won €725. Play online via the Shannon Gaels App or grab an envelope from any of the club’s local businesses. The weekly draws take place every Sunday evening live on Facebook.
ALL-IRELAND TICKETS: The club is holding a raffle for two All-Ireland football tickets. The draw will take place live on Facebook on Friday, July 25th. Visit the club’s app or Facebook page to buy tickets.
WEDDING BELLS: Congratulations to Mairead O'Dowd and Tomás McCabe on their recent wedding.
RESULTS: Both St. Croan’s/Oran U-16 boys’ teams began their championships with mixed results. The Division Two team were defeated by Pádraig Pearses on a scoreline of 3-24 to 2-10. The Division Four team got off to a winning start, defeating Kilmore/Shannon Gaels on a scoreline of 5-16 to 4-9. Both U-14 combined boys’ teams also started their respective championships last week. The Division Four team defeated Boyle by 6-4 to 4-8, while the Division Two team were defeated by St. Dominic’s. The U-19 girls also began their championship with an entertaining draw, 4-10 apiece, away to Michael Glaveys.
BLITZ: On Saturday, the club welcomed John Mitchels GAA, Birmingham, to Enfield for an U-9 blitz. John Paul Smyth is heavily involved in John Mitchels GAA. John is a nephew of clubman Mike Smyth. Thanks to Tulsk, St. Ciaran’s and St. Croan’s/Oran U-9 teams for attending. Medals and goodie bags were presented by club and Roscommon U-20 player Alan Conroy. Presentations were exchanged between St. Croan’s and John Mitchels GAA Clubs to honour the occasion. Thanks to the minor board, Michael Holland Jnr. and Sharon Ryan for organising the day. Thanks also to Deirdre, Caoimhe and Sally for officiating at the games.
FIXTURES: Tuesday, July 22nd, LGFA U-14 Division Three, St. Croan’s/Oran v Shannon Gaels in Enfield at 7 p.m.; U-8 LGFA blitz involving St. Croan’s, Roscommon Gaels, St. Dominic’s and St. Faithleach’s in Lisnamult; Minor Division One Football Championship, St. Croan’s/Oran v Castlerea St. Kevin’s in Castlerea at 7 p.m.; U-14 Division Four Championship, St. Croan’s/Oran v Pádraig Pearses in Woodmount at 7 p.m.. Thursday, July 24th, LGFA U-19 Division Three, St. Croan’s v St. Faithleach’s, 7 p.m.; GAA U-10 blitz, St. Croan’s v Castlerea in Enfield at 7 p.m.; U-14 Division Two, St. Croan’s/Oran v Kilbride in Kilbride at 7 p.m.. Friday, July 25th, U-16 Division Four, St. Croan’s/Oran v St. Brigid’s in Enfield, 6.30 p.m.; O’Gara Cup Play-Off, St. Croan’s v St. Aidan’s in Enfield at 8 p.m..
PITCH FUNDRAISER: Please support the Pitch Development Fundraiser and possibly be the lucky winner of ten Aberdeen Angus calves (€4,000 cash alternative is available). Tickets can be purchased from executive members.
1965 REUNION: On August 1st, at the club’s opening senior football championship game against Pádraig Pearses, representatives from the 1965 championship-winning team will be in attendance. The team will be presented to the crowd before the game. Please come along to support the lads and to see the club’s heroes from the past.
ALL-IRELAND TICKETS: The club is holding a raffle for two tickets to this year's All-Ireland Senior Football Championship final between Kerry and Donegal. Tickets are €20 each. Visit the club’s social media pages to access the link for the draw. All proceeds will go towards the minor and senior clubs. Support would be appreciated.
CARDS: Cards continue every Tuesday evening in the clubhouse. New players are always welcome. Refreshments served. First deal is at 8.30 p.m..
APPRECIATION: Many thanks to Lanesboro Triathlon Club who kindly donated the proceeds of the Return Scheme from the Lanesboro Triathlon to St. Faithleach’s GAA Club. The club is very grateful for this kind gesture.
CLUBHOUSE: The clubhouse can be used by club members for parties and occasions. Please contact Gerry Donlon, or any committee member, with any queries.
UNDERAGE NEWS: The U-16 boys were defeated by a strong St. Dominic’s side, 4-16 to 4-5, in Kilteevan on Monday evening. An understrength minor football team were defeated by reigning champions Castlerea St. Kevin’s. The team travel to Johnstown on Tuesday to face Clann na nGael at 7 p.m.. The U-14 Division Two team lost to Kilbride in a high-scoring encounter, 6-9 to 7-17, while the Division Four team defeated St. Ciaran’s, 4-14 to 4-6. Both teams are away to Kilglass Gaels/St. Barry's this week. Both games are in Kilglass. The Division Four team are in action at 7 p.m. on Tuesday (this evening), while the Division Two team are scheduled to play at 6.30 p.m. on Thursday. Well done to the U-10 boys who played a blitz against Leitrim Gaels on Saturday morning.
LGFA NEWS: The U-19 ladies made a winning start to their campaign, beating St. Faithleach’s by 5-8 to 2-4 in an entertaining game in Ardcarne Park last week. They travel to Ballinlough on Thursday to play Michael Glaveys at 7 p.m.. The U-14 girls return to action this week. The Division Two team host Michael Glaveys in Ardcarne Park on Tuesday at 7 p.m., while the Division Four team are at home to St. Brigid's on Wednesday in Ballyfarnon at 7 p.m.. Well done to the club’s representatives who lined out with the Roscommon U-13 and U-15 PDP teams in development blitzes against Leitrim LGFA in Ballyleague last weekend.
WELL DONE AOIFE: Sunday's All-Ireland hurling final will be fondly remembered by Aoife Cryan from Cootehall National School who played in the Cumann na mBunscol exhibition game in Croke Park in front of 82,000 spectators. It was a proud day for Aoife, her family, her school and her club, as she played on the hallowed turf on Jones' Road.
CONDOLENCES: The club sends its deepest sympathy to the Clarke and Shannon families, Ardcarne, on their recent bereavement.
GAMES: All training and fixtures schedules can be found on the club’s social media pages. The adult men’s senior and junior football championships commence on the August Bank Holiday weekend.
SUMMER CAMP: The club’s multi-activity camp returns between August 18th and 20th. It will take place from 9.30 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day. Registration is via the online link on the club’s social media pages. There will be a registration morning this Saturday at the clubhouse between 9.30 a.m. and 11 a.m.. The camp is open to everyone — you do not have to be a member of Western Gaels to join in the fun.
LOTTO: There was no winner of the jackpot in the recent lotto draw. €20 winners were David Regan, Michael Towey, Jamie Lavin, Paul Regan, and John Corcoran. The jackpot for next Saturday evening’s draw stands at €3,800. Tickets are available online through Clubforce, the Clubforce app or from local outlets. Online ticket sales for next weekend’s draw close at 8.30 p.m. on Saturday evening. The club thanks everyone for their continued support.
