Junior League Final

Last Friday evening in the sunshine of Drumkeerin, the Gaels Junior team were defeated by Annaduff in the League Final.

This was a close fought encounter and at times it looked as if Melvin Gaels could have won the match.

The Gaels started well and some excellent free taking by Paul Mc Gurran was the difference between the teams. Annaduff finished the first half much stronger and were five points ahead at the break.

Melvin Gaels made a great comeback in the second half and drew level with about ten minutes to go.

It was then that disaster struck for the Gaels. Annaduff were awarded a forty five, even though the umpire (not a Melvin Gaels umpire) signalled a wide, and from the resulting kick the ball was deflected to the Melvin Gaels net.

It was the all over for the Gaels and Annaduff won the match on a final score of 2-8 to 0-11.

The Melvin Gaels team and scorers was: Aaron Phelan, Kevin Kelly, Paul Mc Gowan, Colm Mc Gowan, Gareth Foley, Joe Mc Gowan, Michael Tiffoney (0-1) Paul Mc Gurran (0-8 all frees), Peter Mc Gloin (0-1) Damien Sheridan, Thomas Lipsett, Fergal Gallagher, Gerry Mc Gurran and Simon Foley.

Subs: Liam Gilmartin, David Gillespie, Adam Regan, Bernard Mc Gowan, Shane Mc Carron, Seamus Gallagher,Kevin O Flaherty and Kevin Corby.

Well done to this team for reaching the final and doing so well in the league.

A word of thanks to Noel Mc Gowan, Spar Kinlough for his sponsorship.

Thanks to Padraig Rooney for doing a video of the game and finally a word of thanks to all who travelled to Drumkeerin to support the Gaels.

Thanks to the Tickled Trout, Kinlough for supplying a meal to the players after the game.

Melvin Gaels Lotto

The Next lotto draw will be held in the Tickled Trout, Kinlough next Sunday night.

More support is need for the lotto as it is the main source of income for the Club. The proceeds of the Lotto are divided evenly between Bord na Nog and the Senior Bord and is vital for the survival of both.

 

Meeting

There will be a Club meeting on Wednesday night at 9pm.

As many club members as possible are asked to attend this meeting as arrangements are now being made for the 50th Anniversary celebrations and more people would be needed to help out.
 

Club Information

As this is the 50^th Anniversary of the Melvin Gaels Club it is hoped to gather as much information as possible concerning their 50 years in existence.

Anyone who has been associated with the club and has any items of interest e.g. paper cuttings, photographs etc.. is asked to get in contact with the secretary Joe McCarron at 071 9841390 or 087 9520036 or any present club member

Why not visit the club website at http://www.melvingaels.com.

Bord na Nog

Under 12 training continues every Saturday at 12 noon.  For any information contact Peter Sheridan at 087 7746935.

Under 10 Training continues each Saturday morning at 10.30am.

New member are always welcome at the training sessions. For more information Contact Patsy Mc Govern at 086 3768700.

Bord na Nog Meeting in the Community Centre at 8.15pm on Wednesday night.

There is an Under 12 home game against Carrigallen at 7pm on Wednesday evening in Melvin Park.

Membership

Membership is now due for this year and €20 should be paid as soon as possible to Noel Mc Gowan.  Entry to Lotto and membership for €50 can be paid if anyone wishes. Forms for this can be got from any club member.