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Scéalta na Seachtaine - 25 Nollaig 2006
Lotto
na Nollag
There
was a huge crowd present for the Christmas Lotto in Smyths Siopa Ól on the
Thursday before Christmas. The following were the winners of the various prizes:
€100 each Mary Prior, Tully, Mary McDermott, Mohill, Margie McLoughlin,
Oughteragh, Tony Gallagher, Lahard, Noel Sweeney, Aghadark, Timmy Winters, Peter
Murray, Kiltybarden, Patrick McGarty, Ardlougher, Bernadette Dockery, Fire
Station, Carrick, Seán C Leddy. €100 sponsored by Ciaran and Cathy Smith:
Conor Harte. Hampers and Vouchers: Elaine McCormack (sponsored by Cara
Pharmacy), Michéal McGirl, Aughnasheelin (Sponsored by Seamus and Bernie
Beirne), Liam McWeeney, Longstone, Elaine Duignan, Kiltymooden, Shauna Gildea,
Church St, Janette McManus, Buille Toll, Martina Farry, Lahard, Paula Duffy,
Mullingar, Olivia Canning, Railway Tce, Muiris O’Connell, Drumbibe, Bridie
Mulligan Carrickmakeegan.
Comhbhrón
The club
would like to extend sympathy to the McCormack and Galligan families on the
death of Jeanie McCormack, Lisacarn. Her husband, Charlie, and son Charlie and
daughter Breege, have been involved in the club in many ways, in football, Scór
etc. Go ndéana Dia trócaire uirthí
New Year Draw
The big
New Year draw is on Saturday 30 December in Prior’s Lounge. If you havn’t
got your ticket yet, they are available from all club members. Sellers please
have tickets sold and returned as soon as possible. Tickets as usual are €20.
Ath
Bhliain
Go mbeidh athbhliain faoí mhaise ag ár léitheoirí uile.
Scéalta na Seachtaine - 18 Nollaig 2006
Juniors Lose to Drumkeerin
in Div 3 Shield Final
There
are days when you win games you should have lost and other times you lose games
you should have won and certainly last Sunday’s game in Kiltubrid was one of
the latter. The scoreline of 3-3 to 0-9 gives a hint of this but when you add in
that we had thirteen wides to Drumkeerin’s three all is confirmed. That’s
not taking from Drumkeerin’s win, they held to the bitter end and when the
penalty came to put them two points up with only two minutes remaining, we just
did not have time to come back.
It was a
good game all through and the critics of football in December would have second
thoughts on Sunday as the weather was good, the Kiltubrid pitch was good and
there was wonderful effort from both teams. We led by 0-6 to 0-1 well into the
first half when we really should have been far more ahead. Then disaster befell
us when a ball dropped just under the crossbar for a Drumkeerin goal. When
Drumkeerin got their second goal after half time we still fought back and were
leading by a point with minutes remaining. We really were in terrible hard luck
for goals and points at this stage. Wayne McKeon and Anton Arandelovic just
missed by inches and then the real misfortune of the penalty when there was not
time to come back. It certainly was hard luck from a Ballinamore point of view
but all credit to Drumkeerin for never giving up and taking it in the end.
Foireann:
Padraig McKeon, Kevin Prior, Gavin Brennan, Kevin O’Connor, Philip Murphy,
Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin, Naoise Hayden, Anton Arandelovic (0-2), Wayne McKeon
(0-2), Shane Murphy (0-3), Cormac Ó Suilleabháin, Ronan O’Rourke, Alan Prior
(0-1), Adrian Gallogly (0-1), Anthony Curran. Subs: Finnian Sharpley for A
Curran, Ray Logan for R O’Rourke, James McWeeney for F Sharpley.
Comhbhrón
The club
would like to extend sympathy to the Moran family, Church St on the death of
Bridie Moran last week. Bridie was well acquainted with all the happenings in
the GAA in Ballinamore, Leitrim and throughout the country particularly from the
involvement of her husband Tommy in every aspect of the GAA. Her sons Garrett
and Éamon played football and hurling for Ballinamore and were also involved in
Scór. Daughter Aoife won an All Ireland in Scór na nÓg in 1997 in Novelty
Act. Bridie was a very enthusiastic golfer and enjoyed the game up until late
summer of this year. She enjoyed a visit to the slot machines in Bundoran as
much as others would enjoy a day in Croke Park for the All Ireland Final.
Poker, whist or a bet on anything were among her passions. Fittingly her
removal and funeral were the biggest seen in Ballinamore in a long time. To
Tommy, Maureen, Garrett, Éamon, Aoife and her mother, Mary, we offer our
sympathy. Go ndéana Dia trócaire uirthí.
Christmas Lotto
Our
special Christmas Lotto will be in Smiths Siopa Ól on this Thursday with hosts
of additional prizes.
New Year Draw
The big
New Year draw is on Saturday 30 December in Prior’s Lounge. If you havn’t
got your ticket yet, they are available from all club members. Sellers are asked
to have their tickets sold before Christmas if possible.
Charity Event on Wednesday
next
Some
clubs have a St Stephen’s Day married v singles, or men against the women or
some sort of novelty event for charity. Sean O’Heslins havn’t tried this yet
(They have tried everything else) but this year they are going to have something
along those lines on the Wednesday after Christmas. Watch out for the posters
and the e-mails for further details.
Buíochas do Charraig
Álainn !!
Our
Christmas present came from Carrigallen this year. As we trundled out of
Kiltubrid on Sunday after losing a game we seemed to have in the bag, the good
news was that Carrigallen’s defeat of Glencar/Manorhamilton means that we are
back in the pot for Division 2 League honours and promotion. We will meet
Glenfarne/Kilty in the New Year.
Lotto
Tá an Pota Óir anois ag €3,100. Beidh Lotto na Nollaig i Smyths Siopa Ól ar an Déardaoin seo. Buaiteoirí €40 ar an Luan: Miley McKeon, Camagh, Sharon Brennan, Regina Shortt, Drumany, Majella Toolan, Stradermot, Betty Curran, Killaglasheen, Megan and Terry Óg McHugh, Camagh. Buidéal Uisce Beatha ó Dick agus Margaret Lawrence: George Price.
Scéalta na Seachtaine - 11 Nollaig 2006
Div 3 Shield Final
Our
Juniors play in the Div 3 Shield Final in Kiltubrid on Sunday at 2.00. We play
Drumkeerin.
Juniors beat Aughawillan
Our
Juniors are in the final of the Div 3 Shield next weekend but on Sunday last
they had to face Aughawillan in wet and windy conditions to finalise their
programme of games. The outcome was of no consequence to Ballinamore but it was
of importance to Aughawillan in the relegation stakes. We had a fairly
comfortable win, leading by 1-6 to 0-1 at half time. The goal was the turning
point and it came when a ball hit the crossbar and seemed to be going wide. Alan
Prior gave it a very cute flick and put it in the way of Shane Murphy who
finished it to the net. Indeed Sane Murphy’s scores were the difference
between the teams. Aughawillan did come more into the game in the second half
but we won in the end by 1-9 to 1-3.
Foireann:
Padraig McKeon, Kevin O’Connor, Gavin Brennan, Kevin Prior, Naoise Hayden,
Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin, Philip Murphy, Wayne McKeon (0-1), Anton Arandelovic
(0-2), Ronan O’Rourke, Cormac Ó Suilleabháin, Shane Murphy (1-4), Alan
Prior, Adrian Gallogly (0-1), Anthony Curran (0-1).
Scór na nÓg
Our
competitors did very well in Scór na nÓg on Saturday night and we qualified
for the County Finals in Rince Foirne, Amhranaíocht, Bailéad Ghrúpa,
Nuachleas, and Rince Seit. We had two teams in Rince Foirne as follows Michelle
Reynolds, Shauna Cullen, Johanne Keenaghan, Aisling Maxwell, Sarah Sweeney,
Niamh Griffin, Orla McWeeney and Maria O Reilly and this group qualified for the
County final. Also dancing for
Ballinamore hurling club were Eadaoin McGourty, Niamh McGourty, Ellen Wrynn,
Maeve Gleeson, Alison Sweeney, Caoimhe McCaffrey, Emily Sweeney and Grainne
Griffin. Aisling Maxwell and
Aisling Duignan represented us in Amhranaiocht Aonair and Aisling Maxwell goes
forward to the next stage. Our young Tráth na gCeist team of Cyril Smith, Kevin
Banks, and Jack Bagge didn’t have all the answers but they have many more
years ahead of them and the experience gained will be helpful in the future, as
they have loads of ability. In
Ballad Group Aisling Duignan, Katie Duignan, Lauren McGrory and Ciara Martin did
the honours for us in this section. The
novelty act team included former all Ireland winners and some new faces, which
included, Seamus Donnelly, John Fanning, Catherine Smith, Lisa Duignan, Claire
Fanning, Mark McGrory, Eoin McHugh and Stephen Beirne.
The Set Dancers for Sean O Heslins were Michelle Reynolds, Shauna Cullen,
Johanne Keenaghan, Aisling Maxwell, Sarah Sweeney, Niamh Griffin, Orla McWeeney
and Maria O Reilly. Dancing for
Ballinamore Hurling club were Eadaoin McGourty, Niamh McGourty, Ellen Wrynn,
Maeve Gleeson, Alison Sweeney, Niamh Flynn, Siobhan McTague and Laura Crevan and
both go through to the County final in Manorhamilton on January 7.
Membership
Club
membership is now being collected by the new registrar, Ronan O’Rourke. Please
give him your membership as soon as possible. Membership for adult players and
members remains at €20. For underage players it will be collected by mentors
in charge of teams
Comhbhrón
The club
extends sympathy to the Logan family St Brigid’s St on the death last weekend
of Mrs Eileen Logan, mother of Gene and Gerry Logan. Go ndéana Dia trócaire
uirthí
Lotto – Won by Alice
Costello
There
was great excitement in Jackie’s on Monday night when Alice Costello from
Ardrum won the jackpot of €10,700. Amazingly it is the second time the jackpot
has been won by the Costello family. The numbers drawn were 16237405. The house
draw was won by Seán Mac Conduibh and a bottle of whiskey sponsored by Jackie
was won by Tommy Gilheany. The last time the jackpot went the draw was also in
Jackie’s so it may be the lucky pub. Next week’s draw will be in Lawrences
and the Pota Óir will be at €3,000.
Christmas Lotto
Our
special Christmas Lotto will be in Smiths Siopa Ól on Thursday of next week,
with hosts of additional prizes.
New Year Draw
A reminder to all our sellers to keep working on the tickets for the New Year draw. The big night is Saturday 30 December in Prior’s Lounge
Scéalta na Seachtaine - 4
Nollaig 2006
AGM
The
club’s AGM was held on Sunday last and there are a number of new clubs
officers. Conor Harte did not seek re-election as Cathaoirleach and Paddy
O’Connor stepped down as Rúnaí after five years. The following are the
officers elected for 2007. Uachtarán: Hugh McTague. Leas-Uachtaráin: John
Harte, P J Dolan, Joe Gormley, George Price, An tAthair ó Dubhthaigh, Sean
Kavanagh, Paddy Smith, Andy Duffy, Paddy Dolan. Cathaoirleach: Adrian Smith,
Leas Cathaoirleach: Peter Reynolds. Rúnaí: Brid Sullivan, Cisteoir: Anne
Shanley, Cláiritheoir: Ronan O’Rourke. Coiste: Alan Banks, Paddy O’Connor,
Tom Burns, Veronica Smith, Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin, Andy Duffy, Tommy Dolan,
Raymond McHugh. Under 21 members: Shane Murphy, Wayne McKeon. Other positions
including Insurance Officer, PRO and Assistant Secretary will be filled at the
first Executive meeting.
Tributes
were paid to our outgoing Cathaoirleach; Conor Harte and Rúnaí; Paddy
O’Connor. Both had put in a huge amount of work over the past few years. There
was also great praise for the development work undertaken in recent years
particularly the pitch development. The fact that a Connacht Final could have
been played on Sunday last despite torrential rain for days was proof that a
great job has been done on the pitch
Function for Seán
Reynolds
Seán
Reynolds received a serious injury at work recently and is faced with a long
period of recovery. On Friday night many of those involved with him in ladies
and underage football are organising a function in Prior’s Lounge. We would
urge people to support this event which will start at 10.30. Congratulations are
also due to Seán who was honoured recently at the Rehab awards for his
contribution to football in the Ballinamore area.
Scór na nÓg
Sean
O’Heslins will be taking part in Scór na nÓg this Saturday night in
Ballinamore. It will be a big night with all of the surrounding clubs taking
part.
Junior Game
Our
Junior game against Aughawillan, which was called off on Sunday has been fixed
for Aughawillan on Sunday next at 11.30.
Lotto
Tá an Pota Óir anois ag €10,700. Beidh an Lotto ar an Luan seo chughainn i Jackie’s. Buaiteoirí ar an Luan seo caite: Séamus Mac Murchaidh, Mickie Dolan, Stradermot, Margaret Sweeney, Manorhamilton, John O’Hara, Kilrush, Philip Cassidy, Micheál Bohan, Kiltybarden. €20 an duine ó Terry agus Agnes Shortt: Sean Flynn, Ardrum, Sylvester McDevitt. Uimhreacha: 17653402. Monthly Park Development draw, winner of €50 : Éamon Moran
Scéalta na Seachtaine - 27 Samhain 2006
AGM
The AGM
is the most important meeting of the year and this year’s will take place in
the Community Centre on this coming Sunday at 4.00pm. Please note the change of
time due to the Connacht Intermediate Final being in the park. We appeal to
every member, player and supporter to be present at this meeting. Minor and
under 16 players, ladies etc would be welcome as well. It is of great importance
that everyone with an interest in the club, football, hurling, ladies football,
Scór or anything else attends this meeting.
Junior Game
Division
3 game against Aughawillan in Aughawillan on Sunday at 11.30
Intermediate Final in the
Park
It will
be like old times in the Park on Sunday with a Connacht Intermediate Final
taking place there. Beidh Carraig Álainn ag imirt i gcoinne Tuar Mhic Éidigh
ó Chontae Mhaigh Eo. We wish Carrigallen as Leitrim representatives the best of
luck in the final.
Stewards – Maoir
We need
as many stewards as possible in the Park at 1.00 on Sunday. Mile Buíochas to
all who turned out on Sunday last at short notice.
Seniors win
Our
seniors played their last ordinary game in the Senior league, Tier 2 on Sunday
and they beat St Mary’s by 0-16 to 0-9. They now await other results to see
their final position. Foireann: Colm Brennan, Gavin Brennan, Patrick McLoughlin,
David Duignan, Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin, Ciarán Murray, Anthony McTague (0-1),
Anton Arandelovic (0-4), Rory O’Rourke (0-1), Paul McLoughlin, Paul Prior
(0-3), Brian Cafferty (0-1), Finnian Sharpley (0-6), Ronan Sharpley, Ronan
O’Rourke. Subs: Shane and Philip Murphy.
Best Wishes
Speedy
recovery to David Earley who is in hospital at the moment.
Scór na nÓg
The club
will be taking part in Scór na nÓg on next weekend in Ballinamore.
Lotto
Tá an Pota Óir anois ag €10,600. Beidh an Lotto ar an Luan seo chughainn sa Heritage Bar. Buaiteoirí ar an Luan seo caite: Oliver Kelleher, Lenanarea, Cathal Flynn, Ardrum, Orla McCaffrey, Feirm na Bhfáinleog, Matt Hunt, Carrick on Shannon, Margaret Gaffney, Aughawillan, J Gormley, Carrigallen. Buidéal Uisce beatha ó Freddie: George Price. Uimhreacha: 35721064
Scéalta na Seachtaine - 20 Samhain 2006
1956 Celebrations
Friday
night in Gay Priors was a memorable night for all present as the Club honoured
the members of the 1956 Championship winning team. 50 years on, it was great to
see so many of the team present for the occasion. Before introducing the team,
Tommy Moran brilliantly recalled some of the events of the year during which we
regained the County honours, after some 17 years had elapsed from the previous
title. Great work was done by Chairman, Conor Harte and Secretary Paddy
O’Connor, in order to bring the night to fruition, and I’m sure the members
of the 1956 were delighted with the opportunity to gather and share stories of
years gone by. Well done to all.
Another title for Oughteragh Gaels
Oughteragh
Gaels retained their crown in the final of the U-21 Championship, as they ran
out winners against Manorhamilton on a final score of 2-14 to 1-6 on Saturday evening in
Drumshanbo. It was a much closer game than the score would suggest and the Gaels
only killed the game off in the last 15 minutes or so with some fine scores.
Well done to all involved. The team was as follows: Joe Murphy, Kevin Prior,
Wayne Gilgunn, David Duignan, Wayne McKeon 0-4, Barry McWeeney, Liam Ferguson
0-1, Anton Arandelovic 0-3, Fergal McManus, Ronan O’Rourke 1-2, Cathal Egan
1-1, Gavin Sammon, Shane Murphy 0-1, Finnian Sharpley 0-1, Vincent Mulvey 0-1.
Subs used were Damien Gilheaney, Philip Murphy & Naoise Hayden.
Seniors Lose
Our
Seniors were beaten by Glenfarne in the second last game in the race for
promotion to Division 1 of the League, on a scoreline of 1-5 to 0-5. Belcoo GAA
Grounds was the venue for the decider, on a day that was not conducive to fancy
football. Heavy wind and rain played havoc and both sides found it difficult to
adapt to conditions but Glenfarne were the better team on the day. With one game
to play against St. Mary’s, probably next weekend (see fixtures), promotion to
Division 1, an unlikely prospect. Team & Scorers: Colm Brennan, David
Duignan, Paddy McLoughlin, Johnny McWeeney, Ruairi Sullivan, Joey Honeyman,
Anthony McTeague, Ray Logan, Paul McLoughlin, Brian Cafferty, Ciaran Murray,
Rory O’Rourke, Finnian Sharpley 0-4, Paul Prior 0-1, Seanie Murray. Subs,
Gavin Brennan, Ronan O’Rourke, Ronan Sharpley.
Annual Report
The
clubs Annual Report together with an Officer Nomination form is being circulated
to all members in the coming days, in advance of our AGM on Sunday 3rd
December 2006, at 2pm in the Community Centre. If you have not received a copy
for whatever reason, please contact Paddy O’Connor straight away on
087-9528944.
Christmas Draw
Our
annual Christmas draw is again upon us, and tickets are now being circulated to
our loyal band of ticket sellers. Whether you can sell 5 tickets or 50 tickets,
we once again call for your support, in what is our biggest fundraiser, aside
from our weekly lotto. The draw will take place in Gay Priors on Saturday 30th
December 2006. Contact Ruairi Sullivan on 087-2488875 if you need more tickets
!! Mile Buiochas to all sellers for your continued support.
Lotto
No
winner of last weeks lotto draw held in Bobby Jo’s, Jackpot €10,400. House
Draw winner, Brendan Burns. 5 winners of €40 were Noreen McCaffrey, Blacklion,
Bridie Murray, Killaneen, John Duignan, c/o Eileen Duignan, Fiona Burns,
Clenaghoo, Nell Prior, Deradda. Next weeks draw is in The Commercial Hotel,
Jackpot €10,500.
Scéalta na Seachtaine - 13 Samhain 2006
TG4 Programme “Ardan” Covers Leitrim
Ardán is the TG4 equivalent of the Late Late Show and on Sunday next the whole programme is devoted to Leitrim. The programme will feature guests, musicians and singers from Co Leitrim. Charlie McGettigan will feature on the programme and items covered will include the Glens Centre in Manorhamilton, Irish signage in Ballinamore, film making in Leitrim as well as Leitrim’s mobile cinema. Various artists and musicians who have come to settle in Leitrim will take part and many other items will get mention. This is a major event for a whole programme to feature Leitrim.
The programme will be shown at 8.30 on next Sunday evening. Beidh an clár seo an spéisiúil do mhuintir Liatroma.
Seniors Lose
Our seniors were beaten by Carrigallen on Sunday morning in the Park, on a scoreline of 1-8 to 0-8. This was a vital game for both teams in the fight for promotion to division 1 league. Despite leading for most of the game, Carrigallen won out with a lucky goal with seven minutes to go, which proved the difference at the final whistle. Team & Scorers: Michael Dolan, John McWeeney, Paddy McLoughlin, David Duignan, Ruairi Sullivan, Joey Honeyman, Anthony McTeigue, Ray Logan (0-1), Anton Arandelovic (0-1), Brian Cafferty, Rory O’Rourke, Paul McLoughlin, Sean Murray (0-2), Paul Prior (1-4), Finnian Sharpley. Subs: Anthony Curran & Shane Murphy.
Division 3 win
Our second team continued there winning streak in the closing stages of the division 3 shield beating Drumkeerin in the Park on Sunday morning by 1-11 to 1-10. It was great to see the players turn out in great numbers, the two subs used in the preceding senior game, Anthony Curran & Shane Murphy, were the only players called on to play both games. It was a tight game throughout but we showed great spirit and fight to come out on top in the end. Team & Scorers: Pauric McKeon, Kevin Prior, Gavin Brennan, Joe McTeigue, Philip Murphy, Fred Walsh, Naoise Hayden, Cormac O Suilleabhain, Wayne McKeon (0-4), Shane Murphy, James McWeeney (1-2), Ronan O’Rourke (0-2), Anthony Curran (0-1), Adrian Gallogly (0-2), Alan Prior. Subs Seanie McCartin, Joe Murphy, Darryl McFarland.
Fixtures
Oughteragh Gaels play in the U-21 county final on Saturday in Drumshanbo at 2.30pm v Manorhamilton. Our seniors play Glenfarne in Belcoo GAA grounds on Sunday at 2pm in the division 2 league.
AGM
Our AGM will be held on Sunday 3rd December in the Community Centre at 2pm Sharp. All club members young and old are invited to come along and have their say.
Lotto
No winner of this weeks lotto draw held in Smyths Siopa Ol. Jackpot was € 10,300. Numbers drawn were 52173640. Winners on the night were: House draw John Harte. House prize sponsored by Ciaran Smyth won by Paddy McGourty . 5 winners of €40 were James Corrigan Kinawley, Tommy McKiernan c/o Boxmore, Madge Murphy, Frances O’Reilly, John Turbitt. Next weeks draw is in Bobby Jo’s ,Jackpot will be €10,400.
Scéalta na Seachtaine - 6 Samhain 2006
Under 21s Progress to final
Oughteragh Gaels are just one step away from being County Champions after a rather easy win over St Francis’ last Saturday. This was their second good victory in two weeks and they certainly are playing great stuff. At half time they led by 0-7 to 0-1 and really it would take a dramatic change in the second half to produce anything other than a Gaels win. As on the previous week against Mohill, Oughteragh Gaels could have won by more, so great was their dominance. It finished 0-14 to 0-4.
Foireann: (Aughnasheelin players indicated by A) Joseph Murphy, Kevin Prior, Wayne Gilgunn (A), David Duignan, Wayne McKeon, Barry McWeeney (A), Liam Ferguson (0-1), Anton Arandelovic (0-2), Fergal McManus (A), Ronan O’Rourke, Cathal Egan (A) (0-1), Gavin Sammon (A)(0-1), Shane Murphy (0-2), Finnian Sharpley (0-5), Vincent Mulvey (A) (0-2). Subs: James McWeeney for R O’Rourke.
Juniors Win
Our Juniors won their second game in Tier 2 of Division 3 when they defeated Gortletteragh on Sunday. James McWeeney was in scoring form, getting seven points of the total and Adrian Gallogly got three. With two wins out of two, we are probably safe from relegation but the target is to win the Division 2 Shield. There are two games to go, against Aughawillan and Drumkeerin. Final score on Sunday Sean O’Heslins 0-12 Gortletteragh 1-6.
Foireann: Padraig McKeon, Gavin Brennan, Joe Honeyman, Freddie Walsh, Philip Murphy, Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin, Liam Ferguson, Ray Logan, Anthony Curran, Alan Prior, James McWeeney (0-7), Wayne McKeon (0-1), Shane Murphy (0-1), Adrian Gallogly (0-3), Cormac Ó Suilleabháin. Subs: Joe McTague, Naoise Hayden, Seán McCartin.
Lotto
Tá an Pota Óir anois ag €10,300. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Smyths Siopa Tae. Buaiteoirí €40 ar an Luan seo caite: Paddy McGourty, Shane Creamer, Margaret McCartin, Aughavas, Hugh P Prior, Corraleehan, Joan Moran, Aughnasheelin, Paddy Prior. Prize of €25 sponsored by Frank Flynn: Sean Mac Con Dubh and Miley McKeon. Uimhreacha: 42651730. Winner of €50 Park development Draw: Éamon Wynne.
Scéalta na Seachtaine - 30 Deireadh Fo 2006
Under 21s beat Mohill
Oughteragh Gaels had a very impressive win over Mohill on Saturday in the Quarter Final of the Under 21 Championship. Mohill, who won three Minor Championships in a row from 2003-2005, would have been fancied to progress in this year’s under 21, especially with their great senior victory to their backs. However, Oughteragh Gaels were way the better team and really should have won by even more than seven points. There were great displays from Wayne Gilgunn, David Duignan, Barry McWeeney, Wayne McKeon, Liam Ferguson in defence, Anton Arandelovic and Fergal McManus in midfield and Finnian Sharpley and Shane Murphy especially in attack but everyone contributed their fair share. At half-time Gaels led by 0-5 to 0-2 and the worry was they were against the strong wind for the second half. They started the second half with five very bad wides in succession before the first point came. However, from there to the finish it was all Oughteragh Gaels and it finished 0-11 to 0-4.
Oughteragh Gaels: Joseph Murphy, Kevin Prior, Wayne Gilgunn, David Duignan, Wayne McKeon (0-2), Barry McWeeney, Liam Ferguson, Anton Arandelovic (0-3), Fergal McManus, Ronan O’Rourke, Cathal Egan, Gavin Sammon, Shane Murphy (0-3), Finnian Sharpley (0-3), Vincent Mulvey. Subs: James McWeeney for R O’Rourke, Philip Murphy for V Mulvey.
Under 16s Lose in Final replay
Our under 16s put in another wonderful performance in the replay of the under 16 championship final on Thursday last. At half time it was 0-2 each. A couple of injuries inhibited our progress a bit and St Mary’s edged it by 0-9 to 0-6 at the finish. St Mary’s were the stronger team and when you consider the Ballinamore lads were not in the hunt as under 14s two years ago, this was a great performance. Thanks to all the supporters who made the replay and who supported the team through the year. A speedy recovery to Stephen Beirne who was injured during the game. Congratulations to St Mary’s on their deserved victory.
Foireann: Philip Farrelly, Matthew Murphy, David Leyden, Éamon Walsh, Shane Moran, Seamus Donnelly, Enda Quinn, Jim McTague Capt, John Christie, Brian Beirne, Conor McTague, Finbar Smith, Barry Flynn, Stephen Beirne, Shane McWeeney. Subs: Stephen McTague for Barry Flynn, John Fanning for Stephen Beirne.
Defibrillators
Following a public meeting last week to discuss the issues of defibrillators and their provision at strategic points in the town, the executive has decided to donate the entire proceeds of next week-end’s Lotto to the fund for purchase of defibrillators. This is a very important issue and the provision of these pieces of equipment could save lives. Indeed places like football pitches are prime locations where they could be needed. You are asked to be especially generous to Lotto sellers this weekend to support this worthy cause.
General Club meeting
With our own AGM coming up soon and the Co Convention not far away, there will be a general club meeting, open to all members in the Community Centre on Tuesday 7 November at 9.30
Premium Tickets for Australian Game
Anyone interested in the club premium tickets for Sunday’s Ireland v Australia game please contact Conor Harte or Paddy O’Connor before this Thursday night.
Good Wishes
Everyone connected with the club, especially the ladies teams, wish a speedy recovery to Seán Reynolds who suffered severe injuries at work recently.
Comhbhrón
The club extends sympathy to the Prior family, Aughnasheelin on the death of Mrs Prior last week.
Motions for Co Convention
Anyone who wants to raise an issue by way of motion to Co Convention please contact Paddy O’Connor immediately.
Lotto
Tá an Pota Óir anois ag €10,200. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Pat Joe’s. Buaiteoirí €40 ar an Luan seo caite: Bernadette Dowd, Sallyfield, John Dillon, Limerick, Edward McKiernan, Bawnboy, Michael and Margaret c/o Lawrences, Karen Prior, Leixlip, Gerard Fogarty. Buidéal uisce beatha ó Gay Prior: Teresa Glynn. Uimhreacha: 32014657.
Scéalta na Seachtaine - 23 Deireadh Fo 2006
Under 16s draw in Thrilling Final
In most dramatic fashion our under 16s drew with St Mary’s in the under 16 championship final on Sunday last. With time up we were two points up but St Mary’s got a penalty, which they scored. Then well into extra time Jim McTague got the equalizer, to give what was probably the fairest result. At half time it was 1-3 to 0-2 in St Mary’s favour. In the second half we got a penalty which John Christie scored. Overall it was a great game with the replay eagerly awaited. This Thursday Drumshanbo is the venue and 4.45 is the time. There was great support in Cloone on Sunday and hopefully it will be the same on Thursday. Our thanks also to Marie Bradley, physio, who attended.
Foireann: Philip Farrelly, Matthew Murphy, David Leyden, Éamon Walsh, Shane Moran, Seamus Donnelly, Enda Quinn, Jim McTague (0-3), Stephen Beirne, Shane McWeeney, John Christie (1-0), Finbar Smith (0-1), Eoin McHugh, Conor McTague, Brian Beirne (1-0). Subs: Dean Creaven, Stephen McTague, Barry Flynn, Andrew Burns, John Fanning.
Fixtures
There may be under 21 or other adult fixtures at the week-end. Please see fixtures for details.
Juniors Beat Aughavas
The first round in the second tier of the Division 3 League took place in Aughavas on Sunday. After a close first half we pulled away gradually and were comfortable winners in the end. In the first half Alan Prior and Anton Arandelovic got two points each and Finnian Sharpley and Anthony Curran one each. While we led by 0-6 to 0-4 at half time, Aughavas had the greater number of wides and should have been level at least. As the second half progressed, Anton Arandelovic and Anthony Curran dominated at midfield, Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin and Wayne McKeon were particularly impressive in the backs and Finnian Sharpley and Shane Murphy were in great form in attack. Finnian scored two points from frees and one from play, Shane Murphy got two from play and Anton, David Earley and Ronan O’Rourke got one each to leave us winners by –0-14 to 0-6.
Foireann: Adrian Smith, Kevin O’Connor, Freddie Walsh, Kevin Prior, Wayne McKeon, Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin, Philip Murphy, Aidan Galligan, Anton Arandelovic (0-3), James McWeeney, Finnian Sharpley (0-4), Shane Murphy (0-2), Alan Prior (0-2), Anthony Curran (0-1), Ronan O’Rourke (0-1). Subs: David Earley (0-1), Gordon Hughes.
Girls beaten in Junior B League Final
On Sunday last Sean O’Heslins played Dromahair in the League Final in Kiltubrid, a repeat of the championship final two weeks earlier. Dromahair again came out on top but this was a better display by the O’Heslins girls, despite missing Carol O’Connor and Maeve Murphy through injury. The game was overshadowed by the injury to Deborah Gilheaney. Deborah was severely concussed in an accidental collision during the game and had to be taken by ambulance to Sligo General Hospital. We wish Deborah a speedy recovery and hope to see her on the playing fields soon again. It was upsetting for the players and we would like to thank the Dromahair players and mentors for their support and help as Deborah was being brought away. Thanks also to Marie Bradley for the work she done with Deborah.
With the football year now drawn to a close a special word of thanks goes to Seán Reynolds and Aisling Flaherty who stuck by the girls throughout the year. Thanks also to the players for their commitment and to all the supporters also. Many thanks also to Emma Reynolds who prepared the notes for inclusion in the Leitrim Observer and for the web site.
Team on Sunday: Aisling Flaherty, Lauren McGrory, Áine Martin, Katie Duignan, Kirby Gilgunn, Claire Fanning, Michelle Fanning, Carmel McCartin, Orla McWeeney, Kate McTague, Deborah Gilheaney, Caroline McGrory (Capt), Catherine Smith. Sub: Erin Gilheany for Deborah Gilheany, Laura Brennan, Emma Reynolds, Aisling Duignan, Ciara O’Dowd, Maeve Murphy, Carol O’Connor.
Scór na nÓg
Preparations are now underway for Scór na nÓg and Cyril Smith and Raymond McHugh are in the process of lining up participants for all Scór events. Anyone who can sing, recite, answer questions or take part in any of the eight events should contact the Cyril or Raymond immediately. Scór na nÓg will take place on the 8 and 9 December.
Lotto
Tá an Pota Óir anois ag €10,100. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Gay Prior’s. Buaiteoirí €40 ar an Luan seo caite: Paddy Prior, Fr Heery, David and Lorna Spellman, Drumshanbo, Ollie Moran, Castleroggy, Peter O’Toole, Mohill, Maggie Mullan, Drumany Beirne. Buidéal Uisce beatha ó David McCabe: Margaret McKeon. Uimhreacha: 36045721.
Scéalta na Seachtaine - 16 Deireadh Fo 2006
Seniors beat Glencar/Manorhamilton
There was only one point in it at the finish but it could be a hugely significant win for our seniors before the year is out. This was our first game in the second tier of the league and a victory, especially against Glencar/Manor was a great start. We dominated the first half and led by 1-6 to 0-4 at the break. In fact we led by six points at one stage but Glencar/Manor got the last two points of the half. Finnian Sharpley and Anton Arandelovic got two points from frees, Brian Cafferty got the next, Anton pointed the next free. Sean Murray then got two good points from play and Sean also scored a goal from a penalty.
We did not play as well in the second half and indeed had Glencar/Manorhamilton taken their chances from a few late frees they might well have drawn at least. It was Finnian Sharpley who saved us in the second half as he scored all of our four second half points, two from play and two from frees. It finished 1-10 to 1-9.
Foireann: Michael Dolan, Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin, Paul McLoughlin, John McWeeney, Anthony McTague, Ciaran Murray, Joe Honeyman, Anton Arandelovic (0-2) Thomas McLoughlin, Paul McLoughlin, Rory O’Rourke, Brian Cafferty (0-1), Finnian Sharpley (0-5), Anthony Curran, Sean Murray (1-2). Subs: Ray Logan, Shane Ferguson, James McWeeney.
Schools Team Make History
St Patrick’s Boys National School won the Leitrim INTO mini sevens in Drumshanbo on Thursday last. What made this win even more exciting was that they became the first school to win three consecutive finals in the history of the competition. On their way to the final Ballinamore came through the first round by beating Aughnasheelin, Carrigallen and Aughawillan in closely contested games. The final rounds were played in Drumshanbo on Thursday last, 12 October. Ballinamore lost their first game to Drumshanbo and then beat Kinlough. However, as Kinlough beat Drumshanbo, each team had won a game each but Ballinamore went through to the final on score difference.
In the final Ballinamore came up against a strong Annaduff team. Annaduff had beaten Mohill, Carrick on Shannon and Leitrim in earlier rounds and they beat Fenagh and Gortletteragh on the final day. In the final itself, Annaduff and Ballinamore finished level. The game went to two periods of extra time. In the first period Luke Murphy kicked over the deciding point, when he got a long-range pass from Colm O’Reilly. Ballinamore were kept in the game through tremendous defending and brilliant goalkeeping from Dara McNiffe and they went on to win by one point. Amid great excitement the cup was presented to the winning Captain, Jack Cullen. Jack has figured on all three winning teams. Ballinamore will now go on to the Connacht Finals in May.
Foireann: The panel was: Dara McNiffe, Anthony Maguire, Brian Banks, Jack Cullen, Nathan Gallagher, Colm O’Reilly, Cian McCaffrey, Luke Murphy, Conor Moran, Donal Feely.(See Team photo in Pictures/Underage)
Under 16 Girls win Championship Final
The Sean O’Heslins girls played Aughnasheelin in the Under 16 Final in Fenagh on Saturday. On a lovely evening for playing football this turned out to be a very successful event for the O’Heslins girls. After a couple of wides from both sides it took a great goal from Erin Gilheany to settle the girls and from then on they played free-flowing football. Points from Katie Duignan, Deborah Gilheaney and a further goal from Ciara O’Dowd left the girls in control at half-time by 2-3 to 0-2. In the second half Katie Duignan and Catherine Smith were in control at midfield. Katie, Ciara and Erin added further points and a spectacular point from Deborah Gilheaney followed. The final score was a goal from Erin Gilheany and this left the final score at 3-9 to 0-6.
Louise Farry had a fine game in goals and got great assistance from her backs; Emma Reynolds, Lauren McGrory and Captain Claire Fanning who led by example. Erin Gilheany, Deborah Gilheaney and Ciara O’Dowd were in great scoring form. This has to go down as a great all-round team performance from the entire panel. The girls would like to thank all who came out to support them all through the year. Thanks also to Seamus McTague and his family for preparing the pitch for the home games. After the match it was nice to hear the Captain, Claire Fanning, starting her speech in Irish. There were great celebrations afterwards with the parade through the town and a fine meal was provided in the Manhattan.
Foireann: Louise Farry, Emma Reynolds, Claire Fanning, Lauren McGrory, Katie Duignan (0-3), Catherine Smith, Erin Gilheany (2-2), Deborah Gilheany (0-2), Ciara O’Dowd (1-2), Gillian Leyden, Aisling Duignan, Sinéad Flynn, Róisín McTague, Ciara Martin.
The 13 a side Junior League Final against Dromahair is in Kiltubrid at 2.30 on this Sunday. Please support.
Under 16 Boys Championship Final
The under 16 Final is in Cloone on this Sunday at 12.00 noon
Comhbhrón
Sympathy is extended to the O’Rourke family on the death of Seán Ó Rourke, Aughnasheelin. Sympathy is also extended to the Griffin Family, Aghadark on the death of Padraig’s brother in Mayo recently.
Lotto
Tá an Pota Óir anois ag €10,000. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn sa Poor Scholar. Buaiteoirí €40 ar an Luan seo caite: Paddy McGourty, Ciaran Hearty, Tommy Smith, Church St, Alanna Smith, Church St, Deborah Gilheaney, Aughnasheelin, Karl Keaney, Miscawn. Buidéal Uisce beatha ó Liam McGirl: Walter Sharpley. Uimhreacha: 764350121.
Scéalta na Seachtaine - 9 Deireadh Fo 2006
Hurlers Lose to Manorhamilton
Our senior hurlers lost in the semi-final to Manorhamilton on Saturday. Given that their preparation was virtually nil and a good few players were missing, it was an achievement to field at all. Manorhamilton led by 1-6 to 1-2 at half time with the goal coming from Thomas McLoughlin and the points from Mike Horgan and Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin. However, an early second half goal from Manorhamilton set us back again. Minutes later Thomas McLoughlin hit the net again and then the revival started. Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin hit four points in a row and suddenly it was 2-7 to 2-6, only a point behind. Then disaster struck, two quick goals for Manorhamilton and really that was that. It finished 4-9 to 2-7.
Best performances came from Adrian Smith, Cathal McCrann, Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin, Finnian Sharpley and Thomas McLoughlin. Foireann: Conor Harte, Cormac Ó Suilleabháin, Ciaran Maxwell, David Duignan, Kevin O’Connor, Adrian Smith, Mike Horgan (0-1), Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin (0-6), Cathal McCrann, Tommy McCormack, Adrian Gallogly, Finnian Sharpley, Paul McLoughlin, Thomas McLoughlin (2-0), Sean McCartin. Sub: Fergal Earley
Ladies Lose in Junior B Championship Final
Sean O’Heslins Ladies played Dromahair in Drumshanbo on Sunday last in the 13-a-side Junior Championship Final. Unfortunately for the second year running this turned out to be a disappointing day for the young girls. After a promising first half the girls never really got going in the second half. There was only a point in it at half time but Dromahair came out stronger in the second half with the strong wind behind them and scored some great points. In fairness to the girls they kept going to the end but it just wasn’t their day. The girls would like to thank those who came out to support them and hope that when the meet Dromahair again in two weeks time that they can turn the tables and come away with a win. We wish Dromahair the best of luck next year in Junior A.
Foireann: Carol O’Connor, Claire Fanning, Áine Martin, Katie Duignan, Kirby Gilgunn, Maeve Murphy, Michelle Fanning, Rowena O’Rourke, Orla McWeeney, Deborah Gilheaney (0-1), Kate McTague (0-1), Caroline McGrory (0-1), Carmel McCartin (1-1), Lauren McGrory, Catherine Smith, Erin Gilheany, Emma Reynolds, Laura Brennan, Aisling Duignan, Aisling Flaherty, Aoife Smith.
Under 16 Girls
Sean O’Heslins girls played Annaduff in Ballinamore last Tuesday week in the Under 216 Semi-final. O’Heslins got off to great start and the score at half time was 2-7 to 0-1. They came out even more determined in the second half and won by 3-10 t 0-7.
Foireann: Louise Farry, Lauren McGrory, Claire Fanning, Emma Reynolds, Catherine Smith, Katie Duignan (0-3), Erin Gilheany (0-3), Deborah Gilheany (1-2), Ciara O’Dowd (2-2), Gillian Leyden, Aisling Duignan, Sinead Flynn, Róisín McTague, Ciara Martin, Bronagh Grey. The Final is on this Saturday at 5.00 in Fenagh against Aughnasheelin
Cluiche Ceannais Maith
Last Sunday’s County Final was the best in many a long day. It really was an outstanding game and a credit to both sides. Congratulations to Mohill on putting in such an exceptional performance after a terrible start. When you lose by a point in a county final it is a killer, so commiserations to Naomh Muire. Not forgetting the Intermediate Final which was also a thriller. It was overall a great day for Leitrim football. Like last year we can say we were beaten along the way by the county champions.
Under 16 Football Final
The Under 16 Final wasn’t played last week. It will be on the weekend after next.
Lotto
Tá an Pota Óir anois ag €9,900. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i McGirls. Buaiteoirí €40 ar an Luan seo caite: Andy Duffy, Seamus MacMurchadh, Aidan Keegan, Fenagh, Laura Keegan, Kiltyhugh, Margaret Lawrence, Kathleen Carthy, Clogher.
Scealta na Seachtaine - 2 Deireadh Fo. 2006
Senior Hurling
We play Manorhamilton in the B Hurling final in the Park on this Saturday at 4.00
Seniors win Seanie Tubman Cup
On Saturday last we played Aughnasheelin in the annual Seanie Tubman Cup, a competition dedicated to the late Seanie who played for the Aughnasheelin Club. It was a good close game and we were fortunate to survive the last few minutes when Aughnasheelin had a few chances to goal, but two wonderful saves from Colm Brennan in the goals brought us safely through. At half time we led by 0-7 to 0-4 and it finished 0-13 to 0-11.Our thanks to the Aughnasheelin club for again inviting us to take part.
Team and scorers were: Colm Brennan, Rory O’Rourke, Patrick McLoughlin, John McWeeney, David Duignan, Joe Honeyman, Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin, Thomas McLoughlin (0-4), Anton Arandelovic (0-1), Ronan O’Rourke, Paul McLoughlin (0-1), Seán Murray (0-2), Brian Cafferty (0-1), Finnian Sharpley (0-4), Anthony McTague. Subs: Ray Logan, Anthony Curran, Joe Murphy.
Under 16 Final
Our under 16s are in the Championship Final and the game against St Mary’s will be on this Saturday at 5.00. Check fixtures for venue.
Girls Under 16s
The under 16 girls played two games last week. They played Melvin Gaels in the Park and Ballinaglera in Ballinaglera. They played well in both games and came away with two wins. They were due to play Annaduff last night in the Park in the semi-final. Panel and scorers for both games were: Louise Farry, Lauren McGrory (1-2), Claire Fanning, Emma Reynolds, Katie Duignan (0-5), Catherine Smith (0-3), Gillian Leyden (2-5), Deborah Gilheaney (1-6), Ciara O’Dowd (3-2), Aisling Duignan, Ciara Martin (1-0), Sinead Flynn (0-3), Róisín McTague (1-2). The girls junior Championship final against Dromahair is on this Sunday. Check fixtures for time and venue.
Lotto
Tá an Pota Óir anois ag €9,800. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i McAllisters Buaiteoirí €40 ar an Luan seo caite: Noel Sweeney, Erin Curneen Keegan, Lahard, James Donohoe c/o Christopher McNiffe, Maureen Heslin, Cloone, Barney McGovern, Corlough, Mary Moss, Ashbourne. Buidéal Uisce Beatha ó Dick & Margaret Lawrence. The first name drawn was Dick Lawrence himself and he kindly put up the bottle again, won at second attempt by Seán Ó Suilleabháin. Uimhreacha: 37016245. Winner of €50 in Park development draw: Brendan McGowan.
Scealta na Seachtaine - 25 Mean Fomh. 2006
Ladies in Croke Park - Go n-éirí Libh
Best of luck to the Ladies in Croke Park on Sunday. Tickets for the match will be available tonight Wednesday in Smyth’s Siopa Ól from 9 –10pm. Our own ladies will have the Junior Championship Final against Dromahair on 8 October. The League Final has been changed to 22 October.
Celebrating 1956 Championship win
In 1956 Sean O’Heslins won the Leitrim Senior Football Championship after a barren period of 17 years. It was a turning point for the club and it is probably still the best remembered victory of all. Now, 50 years later, the club is getting all of those players together again for a celebration of that famous victory. According to our records, the following were the players and mentors involved: Dessie Kieran, Jackie Gallagher, Pete Prior, Frank McKeon, Patsy Wrynn, Josie Cryan, Pat Murray, Columba Cryan (Capt), Brian Sweeney, Christy McCaffrey, Mel Kelly, Paddy Dolan, Pat Crossan, Godfrey Roarty, Willie McKiernan, Paddy McGeehan, Mick O’Malley, Columba Martin, Jimmy Conway, Philip Gilheany, Sean Conlon, Sean Gaffney, Brendan Kieran. If we have anyone left out we would be glad to add them to the list, only let us know. The get together will be in 17 November. Details will be forwarded very shortly to all of those involved.
Under 16s keep on winning trail
Our under 16s drew with Drumreilly on Friday last to put them in a strong position to reach the Final. They have already beaten St Mary’s and Dromahair. This was a very good game with Drumreilly which we could have won but could have lost too as Drumreilly went ahead by a point with a minute to go. It fell to John Christie, who was man-of-the-match, to get a wonderful point at the finish. As well as John Christie there were exceptional performances from David Leyden, Jim McTague and Stephen Beirne. Final score 0-10 each.
Foireann: Philip Farrelly, Barry Flynn, David Leyden, Éamon Walsh, Matthew Murphy, Seamus Donnelly, Enda Quinn, John Christie (0-6), Jim McTague (0-1), Finbar Smith, Stephen Beirne, Shane Moran, Shane McWeeney (0-1), Conor McTague (0-1), Brian Beirne (0-1). Subs used Eoin McHugh, John Fanning.
Girls Under 16
Sean O’Heslins girls played Allen Gaels on Tuesday last in Ballinamore. It turned out to a tough game for the girls especially in the first half and they were only level at half time, 1-5 to 0-8 with Ciara O’Dowd getting the goal. However they managed to pull away in the second half and won by 2-15 to 1-9.
Team and Scorers: Louise Farry, Lauren McGrory (0-1), Claire Fanning, Gillian Leyden, Catherine Smith (1-2), Katie Duignan (0-3), Erin Gilheany (0-2), Deborah Gilheany (0-4), Ciara O’Dowd (1-2), Aisling Duignan (0-1), Róisín McTague, Sinead Flynn. The next game is on Thursday against Ballinaglera in Ballinaglera.
Playing In Croke Park
Over the past few weeks we had Stephen McTague and Kevin Banks playing in Croke Park. On Sunday next Megan O’Connor will play in the INTO Mini Sevens during the Ladies All Ireland Finals. Well done Megan in being selected to play i bPáirc an Chrócaigh.
Seanie Tubman Tournament
Our seniors play in the Seanie Tubman Tournament in Aughnasheelin on Saturday at 1.00pm
Lotto
Tá an Pota Óir anois ag €9,700. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Lawrence’s. Buaiteoirí €40 ar an Luan seo caite: Brendan Burns, Ronan Griffin, Aghadark, Elaine and Edel Farrelly, Séamus Mac Murchaidh, John P Doran, Mayo, Mona Creamer. Uimhreacha: 40362157
Scealta na Seachtaine - 18 Mean Fomh. 2006
Junior Girls in Championship Final
The junior girls played their championship semi-final against Fenagh in Aughnasheelin on Saturday last. This turned out to be their best performance this year. After getting off to a slow start, with Fenagh going ahead, Orla McWeeney got our first score and this seemed to settle the girls. Important goals came from Carmel McCartin and Deborah Gilheaney in the first half. O’Heslins led by 2-7 to 0-5 at half time. In the second half Fenagh came out more determined but a further two goals from Kate McTague and a spectacular one from Deborah Gilheaney left the final score at 4-11 to 0-7. This as a great all-round performance from Carol O’Connor in goals up to the forward line. The girls have now qualified to meet Dromahair in both Junior B Championship and League finals and we hope the girls get the support they deserve.
Team and scores: Carol O’Connor. Lauren McGrory, Claire Fanning, Áine Martin, Kirby Gilgunn, Katie Duignan, Rowena O’Rourke, Michelle Fanning (0-1), Orla McWeeney (0-3), Deborah Gilheaney (2-4), Kate McTague (1-1), Caroline McGrory (0-2), Carmel McCartin (1-0), Erin Gilheany, Catherine Smith, Emma Reynolds, Aisling Duignan. The Championship final will be on 8 October and the League Final a week later on Sunday 15 October.
Under 16 Girls
Sean O’Heslins girls played Cloone on Tuesday last in Cloone. This turned out to be a tough match for O’Heslins and they were down by two points at half-time. In the first five minutes of the second half Cloone got a goal and a point which left O’Heslins behind by six points. The girls never gave up and with some excellent scores form Deborah Gilheaney they managed to win by 3-14 to 4-7 before the finish.
Foireann: Louise Farry, Claire Fanning (0-1), Katie Duignan (0-2), Emma Reynolds, Catherine Smith (0-3), Ciara O’Dowd, Erin Gilheany, Deborah Gilheany (3-6), Gillian Leyden (0-2), Aisling Duignan, Róisín McTague, Sinéad Flynn, Bronagh Grey. Next match is in Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin on Tuesday 26 against Melvin Gaels.
Ballinamore man in Croke Park
Last Sunday Kevin Banks, son of Alan and Sharon, represented Ballinamore and Leitrim when he played in Croke Park in the INTO Mini Sevens before the big game. Kevin lined out at number 2 in the Mayo colours. Last week I incorrectly said that it was Kevin’s brother who was Brian going to Croke Park. I’m sure Brian didn’t mind, but my apologies to Kevin.
Bus to Ladies Final
There will be a bus running from Ballinamore to the Ladies Final in Croke Park on Sunday week. Anyone wishing to book their place on the bus please ring Veronica Smith at 086-6035987 immediately, to be sure of a seat.
Tickets For Ladies Final
Tickets for Ladies Final will be on sale in Smyths Siopa Ól on Friday 22 and Sat 23 September from 9-10 pm. There are adult tickets, Students/OAP and under 14 tickets as well as family and group tickets.
Comhbhrón
The Club extends sympathy to the Toolan family on the death of Joan Toolan. Go ndéana Dia trócaire uirthí
Web Site
The week before last our website recorded the highest number of visits for a single week since it was set up three years ago. It was visited 109 times in the week, which is an average of sixteen visits a day. It is a great means of communicating with the club and along with the Leitrim Observer it keeps our members in touch with what is happening with the weekly news. Since it was set up three years ago the site has been viewed over 8,500 times. The address is seanoheslinsgaa.com
Lotto
Tá an Pota Óir anois ag €9,700. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Jackie’s. Buaiteoirí €40 ar an Luan seo caite: Seán Ó Suilleabháin, Liz Gill, Fenagh, Martina Farry, Lahard, Padraig MacDhorchaidh, Maura Sweeney, Mike Mulcahy, Tipperary. Winners of €20 each sponsored by Terry and Agnes Shortt: Tom Burns and John Harte. Uimhreacha: 60724531
Scealta na Seachtaine - 11 Mean Fomh. 2006
Seniors Out of Championship
We made our exit from the senior championship on Saturday last, losing by 2-9 to 1-4 to Mohill. Overall Mohill were the better team but the game was closer than the scoreline suggests. A rather soft goal in the first minute set us back but the team didn’t let this get them down and before ten minutes we were level at 1-1, thanks to a penalty and a free both scored by Paul Prior. However with just three points between the teams and half time approaching we were rocked by another Mohill goal.
In fairness the team played their hearths out in the second half and while we only got two points in the second half, Mohill only got three. The most telling point was that we failed to score from play over the entire hour with Paul Prior getting 1-2 from placed balls and Anton Arandelovic getting the other two points from frees. However one cannot forget the effort put in by the players, their manager and selectors over the past months. One needs that bit of luck to win any game and it didn’t fall our way on Saturday. The fact too is that Mohill are a good team and it will be no surprise if they are there or thereabouts when the Fenagh Cup is handed over in a few weeks time. We wish them the best of luck.
Foireann: Colm Brennan, Shane Ferguson, John McWeeney, Patrick McLoughlin, Liam Ferguson, Ciaran Murray, Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin, Anton Arandelovic (0-2), Thomas McLoughlin. Rory O’Rourke, Paul Prior (1-2), Paul McLoughlin, Peter Dolan, Anthony McTague, Seán Murray. Subs: Ray Logan, Ronan O’Rourke, Adrian Gallogly.
Ladies Football
The Minors were well beaten in the 9 a side final on Sunday by Aughawillan: The panel on duty was: Carol O’Connor, Maeve Murphy, Kirby Gilgunn, Claire Fanning, Katie Duignan, Michelle Fanning, Deborah Gilheaney, Orla McWeeney, Caroline McGrory, Catherine Smith, Erin Gilheany, Kate McTague, Emma Reynolds, Laura Brennan, Aoife Smith, Rowena O’Rourke, Aisling Duignan, Lauren McGrory
Under 16 Girls
The under 16 girls played their first game in the 9 a side championship against Annaduff last Tuesday evening. On a terrible evening this turned out to be a close game with O’Heslins winning by 1-7 to 2-1. On Thursday evening the girls played Aughnasheelin. On a fine evening this was a good game of football with great scores from both teams. Ballinamore won by 5-10 to 1-10. Team and scores in this game: Louise Farry, Claire Fanning, Capt., Lauren McGrory, Ciara O’Dowd (3-1), Catherine Smith, Katie Duignan (1-4), Emma Reynolds, Deborah Gilheaney (1-3), Erin Gilheany, Subs: Aisling Duignan, Ciara Martin, Sinéad Flynn, Bronagh Grey, Róisín McTague. Next game is against Allen Gaels on Tuesday 19 Sept in Ballinamore
Cailíní Liatroma Abu
Comhghairdeas do chailíní Liatroma as ucht a mbua sa chluiche leath-cheannais ar an Satharn seo caite. We wish them the best of luck in the final and no doubt a great crowd will travel from Ballinamore to Croke Park for the final.
Playing in Croke Park
Brian Banks will be playing in the INTO mini sevens games in Croke Park on Sunday. It is a wonderful occasion for a Ballinamore youngster to be playing in Páirc an Chrócaigh on All Ireland day. Bain taitneamh as Brian.
Ballinamore Men in Warwickshire and Pennsylvania
While our seniors and juniors were slogging it out in championship fare at home it is great to hear of Ballinamore men playing abroad. On Sunday last Peter McLoughlin from Tarmon won a Warwickshire Intermediate championship playing with St Mary’s from Wolverhampton. Peter played at midfield and score 1-1 in the final against Mitchell’s. Before he left for England Peter was the regular full back on our senior team. Well done Peter.
The previous weekend Finnian Sharpley and David Duignan were playing in the North American Finals. They had already won a Californian Championship with their club, The Celts. The North American Finals were in Philadelphia and they beat Philadelphia in the semi final but lost to Chicago in the Final. Great to see the Peil Gaelach being played in such far-flung places.
Comhbhrón
Sympathy is extended to the Clyne Family, Lahard on the recent death of Jimmy Clyne. Also to the Flynn Family, Cornageeragh on the death of Tom Palmer in Dublin.
All Ireland Premium Tickets.
Paid up club members who wish to be in the draw for the club’s two premium tickets, please contact Conor Harte or Paddy O’Connor immediately as the draw will take place tonight, Wednesday. The person drawn will pay face value for the tickets.
Lotto
Tá an Pota Óir anois ag €9,500. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Shortt’s. Buaiteoirí €40 ar an Luan seo caite: Margaret McKeon, Aisling Quinn, Drumlonan, Gavin Warrington, Newtowngore, Ciaran Maxwell, Benny Connolly, Kevin Turbitt. Buidéal vodka ó Freddie agus Mary Walsh: Paddy McGourty. Uimhreacha: 57163402
Scealta na Seachtaine - 4 Mean Fomh. 2006
All Ireland Premium Tickets.
Paid up club members who wish to be in the draw for the club’s two premium tickets, please contact Conor Harte or Paddy O’Connor immediately as the draw will take place on Wednesday 13. The person drawn will pay face value for the tickets.
Senior Quarter Final
We play Mohill in the Senior Championship Quarter-final in Cloone on Saturday at 6.15. This is the biggest one so far and we urge all our supporters to be there.
Oughteragh Gaels are Minor Champions
The Minor Championship came to Ballinamore for the 21st time on Wednesday last when Oughteragh Gaels beat St Mary’s in the rain in Páirc Seán. Yes it was our twenty-first success, the last three coming by way of amalgamation with Aughnasheelin, as Oughteragh Gaels. In the end it was a fairly clear-cut victory but you really could not bank on it until Fergal Earley got a goal with some minutes left in the game.
The Gaels did not play well in the first half and struggled to remain in contention. Scores were hard to come by and we relied completely on the free-taking of Damien Gilheany and Wayne McKeon. Two points each from the two free-takers gave us four points to St Mary’s six at half time. Oughteragh Gaels performed magnificently in the second half, a different team entirely. Wayne McKeon score three points, the third a great one. John Christie got another great point and Gavin Sammon scored a beauty from near the end line. Damien Gilheany pointed a free and then Fergal Earley did great work to get to the ball ahead of the goalie and a defender to punch to the net. A point from Wayne McKeon put the icing on the cake.
Yes there was great jubilation as Oughteragh Gaels took the title again, the third time for this combination to take the Minor title, the other occasions being in 1993 and 2002. Congratulations to team mentors Gavin McWeeney, Padraig McKeon and Niall Murray.
Foireann: Philip Farrelly (B) Sean McWeeney (A), Joseph Murphy (B), Kevin Prior (B), Philip Murphy (B), Jim McTague (B), Joseph McGirl (A), Fergal McManus (A), Wayne McKeon (B) (0-6), Enda Quinn (B), Michael Costello (B), John Christie (B) (0-1), Shane Murphy (B), Damien Gilheany (A) (0-3), Fergal Earley (A) (1-0). Subs used: Gavin Sammon (A) (0-1), David Leyden (B). Other subs: Colm McGirl, Brendan Mulvey, Paul Earley, Patrick McManus, (All Aughnasheelin), Darren Reynolds, Stephen Rymer Thompson, Shane McWeeney, Stephen Beirne, Éamon Walsh, Seamus Donnelly (All Ballinamore)
Seniors Lose to St Mary’s
The fact that they were already through to the quarter finals plus the absence of a couple of players through injury may have affected our chances going into this game, but it certainly was a poor game with little or no atmosphere. St Mary’s also got a snap goal within minutes which didn’t help matters either. At half-time it was 2-4 to 0-3 and with nothing at stage only status one wasn’t expecting fireworks in the second half. Paul Prior kept putting over the odd free and at that stage it was time to give subs a chance as the inevitability of the outcome became clear. It finished 3-11 to 0-7 and after four weeks of inactivity it was good to get a game but the real test will be next weekend as we face Mohill in the quarter final.
Foireann: Colm Brennan, Ruairí Ó Suilleabháin, Paddy McLoughlin, Johnny McWeeney, Liam Ferguson, Ciaran Murray (0-1), Joe Honeyman, Paul McLoughlin, Anton Arandelovic (0-1), Anthony McTague, Paul Prior (0-4), Brian Cafferty, Rory O’Rourke, Adrian Gallogly, Ronan O’Rourke. Subs: Peter Dolan (0-1), James McWeeney, Shane Ferguson, Ronan Sharpley
Defeat in Junior A Championship Semi-Final
After a great run in the Junior A Championship, beating Mohill, Eslin and Aughavas we lost to a better team on Sunday. Annaduff weren’t just a better team, they really were in a different class. Of course it could be that our defeats in Senior and Junior C the night before cast a shadow over our performance and a sense of demoralisation pervaded the team. Whatever it was, and time will tell, we were well beaten in this game. Annaduff were stronger and if there was a weigh-in before the start the handicapper would be adding stones and not pounds to our tackle. We kept with Annaduff for twenty minutes and were level at three points each, but the gap opened gradually. The best indication of the difference was that Anthony Curran’s point in the twelfth minute was the only score we got from play and James McWeeney got the other four from frees. Annaduff scored 1-9 from play. It finished 1-13 to 0-5. Sin mar a bhí an scéal.
One must compliment team mentors Adrian Smith and Paddy Prior on looking after this team and there is still the Junior Shield to be played for in the League.
Foireann: Padraig McKeon, Joe McTague, Gavin Brennan, Freddie Walsh, Wayne McKeon, Shane Ferguson, Philip Murphy, Ronan Sharpley, Aidan Galligan, James McWeeney (0-4), Cormac Ó Suilleabháin, Shane Murphy, David Earley, Peter Dolan, Anthony Curran (0-1). Subs: Peter Reynolds, Diarmuid Keegan.
Junior C Championship Semi-Final
While our Seniors and Junior A team were both well beaten at the weekend, it was a different story with our second junior team and certainly the score-line dosn’t tell the full story at all. The score board says they lost by seven points, 4-8 to 0-13, but really they were the better team for most of this game and but for an outstanding final five minutes from Aughnasheelin they would have at least gained a draw. It was the best match of the ones we witnessed at the weekend. A most unusual setting: under lights in Cloone in the pouring rain but you could stand in your shirt in the stand in Cloone with the temperature high and the atmosphere good. Indeed it was unusual to see a bigger and more excited crowd for a Junior C game than was there for the Senior Championship double that preceded it. However, there has been a great rivalry between Ballinamore and Aughnasheelin at this level for the past couple of years and that has created great interest in their encounters.
The difference in this game was goals and Aughnasheelin got all of them. The first two were of the soft variety as befitted the wet evening. The first one came in the first half but we got over that with some outstanding scores from Anthony Curran, Peter Reynolds, Brian Breen, Shane Harte and Michael Costello. At half time we led by 0-9 to 1-5. Within minutes of the restart Aughnasheelin got another rather fortunate goal and we were behind again. However some outstanding points form Adrian Smith and Shane Harte brought us back level at 0-13 to 2-7 with five minutes remaining. It looked like finishing a draw or maybe we could squeeze a winner. Then Aughnasheelin struck oil. A point and then two goals within minutes agus b’sin é.
There were some outstanding performances in this game from Francis Dolan, Kevin Prior, Peter Reynolds, Adrian Smith and Anthony Curran in particular but really it was a most enjoyable game to watch and the best of luck to Aughnasheelin in the Final.
Well done to Tommy Dolan and Adrian Murphy who already won the Division 5 league and brought this team to a semi-final. Up to last year we could not field a team in the Junior C championship so this is real progress. The strength of playing numbers in the club was also evident at the weekend as over 50 players togged out between the three games. Long may it continue.
Foireann: Michael Dolan, Joseph Murphy, Francis Dolan, John Galligan, Kevin Prior, Freddie Walsh, Diarmuid Keegan, Peter Reynolds (0-1), Adrian Smith (0-3), Shane Harte (0-2), Anthony Curran (0-3), Michael Costello (0-1), Seán McCartin, Brian Breen (0-3), Daryl McFarland. Subs: Adrian Murphy and Conor Mahon
Under 16 Football
Our under 16s had a great start to the Championship with two wins out of two They played their first game last Friday and beat Dromahair on a score of 0-16 to 1-9. The team on duty was: Philip Farrelly, Eoin McHugh, David Leyden, Éamon Walsh, Enda Quinn, Seamus Donnelly, Matthew Murphy, Jim McTague, John Christie, Shane McWeeney, Stephen Beirne, Shane Moran, Barry Flynn, Conor McTague, Brian Beirne. Subs: J Fanning, S McTague, A Burns, J Boyle, D Creaven. On Monday last they beat St Mary’s by 2-4 to 0-5. Finbar Smith and Stephen Beirne got the crucial goals.
Ladies Football
Lots of games coming up. Minor 9 a side Final is in Ballinamore on Sunday at 1.00 against Aughawillan. The under 16s play Aughnasheelin in Aughnasheelin in the 9 a side on this Thursday at 7.00. Their next game is on Tuesday next the 12 Sept in Cloone against Cloone. Finally the Junior semi final against Fenagh is on Sunday week, 16 Sept. Check fixtures for venue. The Ladies Co Board are running a big draw with €50 tickets. They will be on sale soon so please support their efforts.
Club Executive
Club Executive meeting this Friday in the Library at 9.00
Lotto
Tá an Pota Óir anois ag €9,400. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn sa Commercial. Buaiteoirí €40 ar an Luan seo caite: Seamus Mac Murchaidh, Stephen Proctor, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, Lilly Leddy, Gubbs, Sean Corr, 7 Páirc Feá, Louise McGoldrick, Garadise, Maria Harte, Lahard. Uimhreacha:21670543. Winner of€50 in the Park Development draw: David McTiernan
Scealta na Seachtaine - 28 Lunasa 2006
Senior and Junior Championships
Our seniors play St Mary’s in the championship on Saturday in Cloone at 6.30. At the time of writing both our junior teams are down to play on Sunday morning in the championship semi-finals. However, check with club officials regarding those fixtures.
Minor Championship Final
Oughteragh Gaels will face St Mary’s in the Minor Championship Final on Wednesday next in Páirc Seán at 7.00 .
Juniors As in Championship Semi-Final
Our Junior As followed the example of the Junior Bs a week earlier by qualifying for the Semi-final with a decisive win over Aughavas on Saturday evening in Cloone. It was a bit easier than expected as we led by 0-8 to no score at half time. Aughavas did come into it a bit more in the second half but we were never really in trouble and won by 0-14 to 1-2 at the finish.
What was really impressive about this display was that thirteen of those fourteen points came from play and some of them were really outstanding. Peter Dolan’s point in the first half, a long run by Philip Murphy after half time finished for a point, a good catch followed by a good point from Gordon Hughes, a point from fifty yards out from James McWeeney and another great run and a point from fully fifty yards from Peter Dolan, all in the second half. Overall, James McWeeney was in great scoring form, as were Shane Murphy, Peter Dolan and Gordon Hughes. It was also significant to see halfbacks Shane Ferguson and Philip Murphy coming up to score points. Peter Reynolds had the ball in the net for a replica of his goal against Eslin, but this time he was deemed to be in the square. However, with two auctioneers in the full forward line we were onto a winner! Now it is on to meet Annaduff in the semi-final.
Foireann: Padraig McKeon, Francis Dolan, Gavin Brennan, Joe McTague, Wayne McKeon, Shane Ferguson (0-1), Philip Murphy (0-1), Peter Dolan (0-2), Ronan Sharpley, Shane Murphy (0-2), Cormac Ó Suilleabháin, James McWeeney (0-5), Gordon Hughes (0-2), Aidan Galligan (0-1), Tommy McCormack. Subs: Kevin Prior, Peter Reynolds, David Earley, Michael Costello and Darren Reynolds
Playing in Croke Park
Congratulations to Stephen McTague who played in the Dublin jersey in Croke Park in the INTO Mini games last Sunday. Also to Kevin Banks who has been selected to play in the same games during the All Ireland Football Finals. Good also to see at least one Sean O’Heslin’s man, Liam Ferguson, on the Leitrim panel for the Tommy Murphy Cup Final last Sunday.
Sponsors for Playing gear required
With so much fund raising required for Park development the club are looking for sponsors for club gear, kit bags, polo shirts, tops etc. If you can help please ring Conor Harte, Paddy O’Connor or Anne Shanley
Lotto
Tá an Pota Óir anois ag €9,300. Lotto ar an Luan seo chugainn i Boby Joe’s. Buaiteoirí €40 ar an Luan seo caite: Damien Flynn, Peter Honeyman, Sean McManus c/o Boxmore, Elaoishe Martin, Kiltymooden, Joe Fox, Corraleehan, Martin Beirne, Miscawn. Buidéal Uisce Beatha ó Damien Flynn: Margaret McKeon. Uimhreacha: 53627014
Scealta na Seachtaine - 21 Lunasa 2006
Fixtures
Our Juniors A team play Aughavas in the quarter-final of the Junior A championship in Cloone on Saturday at 5.00. Supporters please be there.
Third Team progress in Junior Championship
Our third adult team, playing in the Junior B Championship, won their quarter-final match against Eslin on Sunday. After our Seniors and Junior A team qualifying for their respective quarter-finals, it fell to our third team to be the first to reach a semi-final. It was indeed an achievement for Tommy Dolan, Adrian Smith and Michael Quinn to manage to field a full team and have a couple of subs and not a bad team at that. Eslin too deserve great credit for fielding a full team and a sign of the times was to see a Polish man in their ranks.
From early on we seemed to have the upperhand. Barney Breen got an early point and when Daryl McFarland hit the net twice within five minutes the writing was on the wall for Eslin. Daryl’s first goal was a brilliant one and Adrian Smith, Barney Breen and Shane Harte got further points to leave us leading by 2-4 to 0-1 at half time. If Daryl McFarland was the star of the first half, Sean McCartin was the star of the second half. He rattled the net within minutes of the restart and he got two other good points before the finish. In between Shane Harte got two points and, for a man who hasn’t played all year, he certainly made his mark. Eslin finished well when the game was well and truly lost, getting a goal and three points to leave it at the finish 3-8 to 1-4. This team now face Aughnasheelin in the semi-final and they certainly will give it a good rattle.
Foireann: Conor Harte, Joseph Murphy, Francis Dolan, John Galligan, Kevin Prior, Freddie Walsh, Diarmuid Keegan, Peter Reynolds, Jason Kellett, Daryl McFarland (2-0), Adrian Smith (0-1), Michael Costello, Tommy McCormack Brian Breen (0-2), Sean McCartin (1-2). Subs: Shane Harte (0-3), Adrian Murphy
Minor Championship Final
Oughteragh Gaels will face St Mary’s in the Minor Championship Final which has been fixed for Wednesday of next week. Please check fixtures for venue and time.
Tickets for Croke Park on Sunday
All those who have ordered tickets for Croke Park on Sunday please collect them and pay for them between 9 and 10 o’clock tonight, Wednesday, in Gay Priors. Please note there are no further tickets available except those already ordered.
Ballinamore Men win Californian Championship
In far-off California the Celts won the Californian state Championship on Sunday last. Two Ballinamore men were playing for the winning Celts team: Finnian Sharpley and David Duignan. The Celts now go on to play in the North American finals in Philadelphia on what is known as Labour week-end, the first weekend in September. David and Finnian’s team had to play seven games including the final, to win the Californian title. It is ironic indeed that since Finnian and David left Ireland on 5 June their colleagues on the Seán O’Heslin’s senior team have played just two competitive matches, while they have played seven. David and Finnian had planned to return on 1 September but because of their teams involvement in Philadelphia on that week-end they are extending their stay by one week. Good luck to the lads and their team in the North American Finals. Once again great to see the extent of Sean O’Heslins participation in the universal movement that is now Gaelic games.
Premium Tickets for Hurling Final
As in previous years, club members can put their name in for a draw for the club’s two premium tickets for the hurling final. The person pulled out will pay the face value for the tickets. If you wish to have your name in the hat please contact Conor Harte by next Monday at the latest.
Leitrim Abú – Fir agus Mná
Best of luck to Leitrim on Sunday. Tá sé iontach maith go mbeidh Liatroim ag imirt i bPáirc an Chrócaigh arís. Indeed it could be a double year for Leitrim in Croke Park with the ladies on course for a Junior Final. Well done to them too and to Sarah McLoughlin who got a crucial goal.
Gary Flynn Tournament
Ballinamore won the annual Gary Flynn Tournament during the Festival. They drew with Lisnaskea, 2-4 each. Aughawillan beat Lisnaskea and then Ballinamore beat Aughawillan by 3-3 to 2-0 to win the competition. Medals were presented to the winning Ballinamore team.
Under 12 Football
The under 12s drew with Drumreilly on Monday last. Thir team on duty was: Jack Bagge, Brian Banks, Jack Cullen, Conor O’Brien, Dean McGovern, Mark McGrory, Keelan McHugh, Kevin Banks, Nathan Gallagher, Luke Murphy, Cian McCaffrey, Conor Moran, Patrick Connaughton, Cian Reynolds, Donal Feely, Conor Maxwell, Peter Reynolds
Family Fun day
Míle Buíochas to everyone who helped with the very enjoyable Family Fun Day on Wednesday last
Pósadh
Best wishes to Ruth McLoughlin and Ashley who are getting married in England this weekend.
Lotto
Tá an Pota Óir anois ag €9,200. Lotto ar an Luan seo chughainn sa Waterways Bar. Buaiteoirí €40 ar an Luan seo caite: Seán Ó Suilleabháin, James O’Connor, Margaret Rafferty, Drumshanbo, Andy Duffy, Gerard Farry, Barbara Cullen c/o Christina McTiernan, Oughteragh. Buidéal Uisce Beatha ó Ciaran Smyth: Sean Mac Con Dubh Uimhreacha: 51703426
Scealta na Seachtaine 14 Lunasa 2006
Good Win for Juniors over Eslin
Our Junior A team booked their place in the quarter finals of the championship with a hard-earned win over Eslin in Cloone on Saturday. At half time, with Eslin leading by 0-7 to 0-4, it didn’t look like we could win it. We had got points from Shane Murphy and Ronan Sharpley and pointed frees from Peter Dolan and James McWeeney but we were struggling just to keep in touch.
However, O’Heslins put up a great performance in the second half and the turning point came when we were still three points down and a high ball into the square was fumbled by two Eslin players. Peter Reynolds, who had come on as a sub, was on hand to pounce on the ball and finish to the net. This was really the score we needed and although Eslin kept getting points, as the game went on the more we looked like winning. Peter Dolan got one exceptional point to put us in the lead and at one stage James McWeeney pointed from a free to put us two ahead. However, Eslin got the last point which only shaved the crossbar. It finished 1-9 to 0-11. This was a hard-won victory that puts us top of the group and it would not be any surprise if we meet Eslin again further on in the championship. It was a good team performance but Gavin Brennan had an exceptional game at full back, Ronan Sharpley made up for the absence through injury of Aidan Galligan at midfield. Peter Dolan kicked a few great points and James McWeeney was accurate from loon-range frees. In the finish it was Peter Reynolds’ goal which made the difference.
Foireann: Padraig McKeon, Kevin O’Connor, Gavin Brennan, Joe McTague, Freddie Walsh, Shane Ferguson, Wayne McKeon, Peter Dolan (0-3), Ronan Sharpley (0-1), Shane Murphy (0-1), Cormac Ó Suilleabháin, James McWeeney (0-4), Tommy McCormack, Anthony Curran, Gordon Hughes. Subs: Peter Reynolds (1-0), Diarmuid Keegan
Junior C Championship
Our Junior B team enter the Championship on Sunday when they play Eslin in Fenagh at 12.00. All players eligible are urged to be out on time for this game.