Kinlough, Co. Leitrim, Ireland
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Club Notes 17.08.2010
Aug 17th
Under 14 Final
No joy for the Under 14s in the Final last Friday. It was a great achievement by this very young team to reach the Final. Well done to all concerned.
Junior Championship
The Juniors had a great win in Pairc Sean last Saturday evening against Bornacoola. Against all the odds, they produced a great team performance to win by nine points.
At half time they looked out of the championship, when they went in a point down. In the second half they played some great football and scored some great points to win comfortably in the end. Well done to all.
Relegation Game
On Sunday the Seniors take on Drumreilly at 5.30pm in Drumshanbo in a relegation game. Good luck to all involved.
Sympathy
The Club extends sympathy to the Mulligan Family on the death of Grace’s mother, Annie Coyle, in Falcarragh, Co Donegal.
May She Rest In Peace.
Lotto
The numbers drawn in the Melvin Gaels Lotto held in The Melvin Hotel on Sunday night August 8 were- 1, 8, 22 and 23.
There was no Jackpot winner.
Other winners were €40, Yvonne Carolan, Dartry View, Kinlough, €20 each, Christopher Branley, Muckrim, Niall Clancy Edenville and Chris Ferguson, Rossinver.
Next Draw in the Diamond Bar Tullaghan on Sunday August 22.
Jackpot €1,400.
Club Notes 04.08.2010
Aug 4th
Another defeat for the Seniors
The Seniors were beaten by Sean O’Heslins on a scoreline of 2-04 to 1-10 on Saturday evening in Pairc Sean.
The Gaels were never in the game in the first half and went in at the break two points behind. This could have been worse if Gareth Phelan had not pulled off two great saves.
Having had a player sent off (Colm McGowan) the Gaels were always going to have difficulty getting anything from the game.
Nevertheless the Gaels put in a much better performance in the second period and went into the lead halfway through.
Once again it was the same old story, the Melvin Gaels players could not get the scores they needed and Sean O’Heslins got the all important goal which came from a 45 which found its way to the net.
Overall the performance from the Gaels in both games was not good enough.
Minors Going Well
The Gaels Minor team are going well in the Championship, drawing with Dromahaire in Melvin Park in a game played in terrible conditions and getting a very good win in Annaduff last week.
This week they take on Leitrim Gaels in Melvin Park.
Good Luck to all the lads and their mentors.
Speedy Recovery
The Club is delighted to hear that Gerry Mc Gurran is making a good recovery from his recent accident.
We all hope to see back on the lorry soon!
Lotto
The numbers drawn in the Melvin Gaels Lotto held in The Home, Rossinver on Sunday night were- 10, 18,19 and 24.
There was no Jackpot winner.
Other winners were, €40, Colm Mc Gowan, Edenville, Kinlough, €20 each, David Mc Gloin, Glenade, Catherine Sheridan, Kinlough and Colm Mc Gowan, Kinlough.
Next draw on Sunday August 8 in The Melvin Hotel.
Jackpot €1,350.
Thanks for the Support
Thanks to Erin Recyclers for the help in organizing the Scrap Metal Clean up in aid of the Club. This will continue this every Saturday for the Summer from 10am -2pm. A FREE skip will be available to collect all metal, iron, copper, aluminium items such as lawnmowers, cookers, washing machines, paint pots, stoves, stereos, bikes and lots more. For those with difficulty bringing the items to Kinlough, some Melvin Gaels players will be available with a trailer to collect items every Saturday morning.
Also old cars, trailers, farm machinery, etc can be collected on site for free at any time. Ring Ciara 087 9079962 for collection or further details
Thanks to all who have helped so far.
Club Notes 26.07.2010
Jul 26th
No Joy in First Game
The Seniors finished up losing to Mohill by three points on Saturday evening in Pairc Sean.
They performed reasonably well in the first half and were unlucky to go into the break a point behind, thanks to a late goal from Mohill. In the second half things seemed to go all wrong and the Gaels just could not put the ball over the bar.
Five points in any game is not good enough and things will have to improve greatly if they hope to progress any further in the Championship.
It will be a tough assignment again on Saturday evening against Sean O’Heslins.
Good luck to all the players and mentors.
Throw in for the game is 7.30pm.
Junior Championship Begins
On Monday at 2.30pm the Juniors take on Gortletterragh in Drumshanbo in the first game of the Junior Championship.
Good luck to all the lads and Peter, Aiden and John who have put in a lot of work with the Juniors this year.
Lotto
The numbers drawn in the Melvin Gaels Lotto held in The Home, Rossinver on Sunday night were- 10, 18,19 and 24.
There was no Jackpot winner.
Other winners were, €40, Colm Mc Gowan, Edenville, Kinlough, €20 each, David Mc Gloin, Glenade, Catherine Sheridan, Kinlough and Colm Mc Gowan, Kinlough.
Next draw on Sunday August 8 in The Melvin Hotel.
Jackpot €1,350.
Thanks for the Support
Thanks to Erin Recyclers for the help in organizing the Scrap Metal Clean up in aid of the Club. This will continue this every Saturday for the Summer from 10am -2pm. A FREE skip will be available to collect all metal, iron, copper, aluminium items such as lawnmowers, cookers, washing machines, paint pots, stoves, stereos, bikes and lots more. For those with difficulty bringing the items to Kinlough, some Melvin Gaels players will be available with a trailer to collect items every Saturday morning.
Also old cars, trailers, farm machinery, etc can be collected on site for free at any time. Ring Ciara 087 9079962 for collection or further details
Thanks to all who have helped so far.
Div 4 Match report – Annaduff v Melvin Gaels
Jun 29th
The Melvin Gaels junior team recorded a 2-11 to 2-7 victory over Annaduff in a game where few expected a win was possible. Struggling to muster a team together, the Gaels set out on the long drive on Sunday morning with the bare fifteen that included injured and Sea Sessioned men!
Played in changeable conditions, the Gaels opened the scoring with a Jonathon Connolly free in what was a balanced opening ten minutes. Annaduff took control of the game early in the first half and hit an unanswered 2-4 in a fifteen minute spell. This did not affect the Gaels resolve as the midfield pairing of Pat Gallagher and Michael Tiffoney worked immensely hard to gain possession throughout the half and worked the ball into a forward line that was hungry for scores. Roper, Connolly, McGuinness, the workhorse Clancy and Kilkenny constantly showed for ball however the Gael’s conversion rate was low in the first half due to a lack of inter-play between the forwards. Nonetheless, the Gaels walked in at half time having put 5 points on the score board to Annaduff’s 2-5. The highlight of the first half was a long run from defence by Blaine Mulligan which ended in a fine point, a statement of intent by the Gaels captain. The other scores in the half came from Roper, Tiffoney and Connolly (0-2).
With a strong team spirit the Gaels emerged as a different team in the second half. The opening ten minutes saw the Gaels midfield dominate the centre of the park with Tiffoney sending in long probing passes into a forward line who were now working hard off each other. A series of quick attacks involving good interplay saw the Gaels hit an unanswered 2-3 with goals from McGuiness and Kilkenny and points from Connolly, Kilkenny and O’Reilly. Annaduff worked hard to get back into the match but were restricted to 2 points by a hard working Gaels defence and forward line that hassled the Annaduff defence every time they tried to break forward. The Gaels saw out what was a sporting game with another fine Connolly point and 2 more points from O’Reilly.
The win bodes well for the Junior team’s championship ambitions in August. What was evident on Sunday and what has been a trait of this team all season is the fine team spirit amongst the lads and the collective resolve to stand together in the face of adversity.
Team and scorers as follows: Shane Ryan, Sean Kilkenny, Bernard McGowan, Sean Lipsett, Blaine Mulligan (c) (0-1), Matthew McGloin, Patrick McGowan, Michael Tiffoney (0-1), Pat Gallagher, Donal Clancy, Jesse McGuinness (1-0), Declan Roper (0-1), Patrick Kilkenny (1-1), Peter O’Reilly (0-3), Jonathon Connolly (0-4)
Club Notes 15.06.2010
Jun 15th
Good Luck
Good luck to Gareth and all the Leitrim lads on Sunday in Roscommon.
Tickets for Leitrim v Roscommon Game
Tickets available from Melvin Gaels for the Connacht Championship Semi Final Clash with Leitrim V Roscommon in Hyde Park, Roscommon, Sun 20th June 3.30pm. This game will be preceded by Leitrim Ladies V Galway 1.45pm. Contact Ciara on 087 9079962.
Congratulations
Congratulations to Anthony Tiffoney and Fiona Feeney who got engaged recently.
Junior Game v Glencar/ Manorhamilton
The Juniors lost by the only goal of the game on Saturday evening in Melvin Park.
This was a close game and the Gaels were ahead for a long period. There were some good scores taken by both sides.
It was a low-scoring first half with the Gaels going into the break two points ahead, 0-4 to 0-2.
There were a lot more scores in the second half and the Gaels looked to be in control until Manor got the all important goal.
The final score was Melvin Gaels 0-10, Glencar/Manorhamilton 1-10.
Melvin Gaels Lotto Results
The numbers drawn in the Melvin Gaels Lotto draw held in the Diamond Bar, Tullaghan on Sunday night were: 4, 5, 14 & 22.
There was no jackpot winner. Other winners were: €40.00 Susan Sheerin, Casltegal. The following won €20.00 each: Patrick McGowan, Glenade, Mary McGowan, Oakfield Lawn, Kinlough, and Brendan McGowan, Edenville, Kinlough.
Next jackpot €1250.00. Draw on 27th June in McGloins, Kinlough.
Congratulations
Congratulations to Davina and Martin McCarron on the birth of their baby daughter Caoimhe.
Scrap Metal Clean Up
After a successful scrap metal clean up, Melvin Gaels Scrap Saturday continues this and every Sat for the Summer from 10am -2pm. A FREE skip will be available in the Melvin Hotel car park to collect all metal, iron, copper, aluminium items such as lawnmowers, cookers, washing machines, paint pots, stoves, stereos, bikes and lots more. For those with difficulty bringing the items to Kinlough, some Melvin Gaels players will be available with a trailer to collect items every Saturday morning.
Also old cars, trailers, farm machinery, etc can be collected on site for free at any time. Ring Ciara 087 9079962 for collection or further details
Good Luck in the Exams
The Club would like to wish Good Luck to all the lads doing their Leaving Cert exams at the moment.
Club Notes 12.05.2010
May 12th
Senior Game v Drumreilly
The Seniors had a good win over Drumreilly in Melvin Park on Saturday evening.
The game was played in ideal conditions and there was some good football played by both teams.
The first half was very even with Drumreilly going two points ahead before the Gaels got going with a point from Fabian Mc Morrow. Pat Gallagher added another point to draw level and Joe Tiffoney scored a very good point but had to go off injured soon after. Good to see Joe back again. Drumreilly came back with two mare scores , the Gaels went two points ahead at the break with two frees from David Mc Sharry and a great point from Sub, Jonathon Connolly.
The Gaels played the better football in the second half and good scores from BB Brennan, Jonathon Connolly and David Mc Sharry put the Gaels in control and when young Declan Roper scored a very good goal there was no doubt about the result.
Drumreilly had a couple of goal chances near the end but the Gaels finished strongly.
Final score was Melvin Gaels 1-13 Drumreilly 0-6.
The Melvin Gaels team and scorers was: Gareth Phelan, Colm Mc Gowan, James Phelan, Shane Ryan, Fabian Mc Morrow (0-1), Conor Sheridan, Paul Mc Gurran, Martin Mc Carron, BB Brennan (0-1), Joe Mc Gowan, David Mc Sharry (0-4, 2 frees), Pat Gallagher (0-1), Joe Tiffoney (0-1), Daniel Branley (0-2), Declan Roper (1-0).
Subs: Jonathon Connolly(0-2) for Joe Tiffoney, Stephen Clancy (0-1) for Shane Ryan, Peter Mc Gowan, Tom Lipsett, Patrick Mc Gowan, Paul Simpson, Blaine Mulligan and Fergal Gallagher.
This was a good team performance from the Gaels. Well done to all.
Junior Game at the weekend
There will be a Junior game against Ballinaglera on Saturday evening in Melvin Park, throw in 7pm.
Lá Na gClub Sports Day
There was a large crowd in Melvin Park on Sunday and there were many interesting and enjoyable events. More details next week.
Well done to all who helped to make the day so successful.
Lotto
The numbers drawn were in Melvin Gaels lotto draw held in Gilbrides, Rossinver, were: 11, 13, 18, 22. There was no jackpot winner. Other winners were as follows: €40.00 Pat Maguire, Enniskillen. The following won €20.00 each: James McGowan, Laughta, Terence McGowan, Glenview, Kinlough & Tony McGowan, Cloonawillan, Kinlough.
Next draw in Wellington Bar on the 16th May. Jackpot €1,100.00
Club Notes 12.04.2010
Apr 13th
Junior Game v Aughnasheelin
Melvin Gaels juniors had a fantastic win away from home over Aughnasheelin, in what were perfect conditions over the weekend. The first half was a one sided affair with the Gaels working extremely hard to win every ball and playing at a high tempo. The away side were relentless in their approach and led 1-9 to 0-1 at half time. Highlights of the first half were a sublime Pat Gallagher point from the right wing, a superbly taken goal by Fergal Gallagher and two 45′s from goalkeeper Paul Rooney!
Aughnasheelin responded well to their management’s half-time talk and really tested the Gaels in the third quarter, scoring three unanswered points after the break. Anthony Tiffoney scored a crucial point with fifteen minutes remaining to settle the Gaels and this was the spring board for the away side to re-establish their dominance on the game. Paul Simpson scored three points and two more frees from Paul Rooney closed the game out with a convincing victory for Melvin Gaels.
This was a great team performance from Melvin Gaels and every player was outstanding. Eight of the starting fifteen scored on the day and it bodes well for the future of the club that ten of the points came from three players that are under 21 years of age, Jonathon Connolly (0-1), Paul Rooney (0-4) and Paul Simpson (0‑5).
Melvin Gaels: Paul Rooney (0-4), Dermot Clancy, Matthew McGloin, Shane Ryan, Anthony Tiffoney (0-1), Blaine Mulligan (captain, 0-1), Patrick McGowan, Bernard McGowan, Pat Gallagher (0-2), Donal Clancy, Joe McGowan, Jonathon Connolly (0‑1), Paul Simpson (0-5), Fergal Gallagher (1-1), Damien Sheridan
Subs used: Tom Lispett for Anthony Tiffoney, Peter O’Reilly for Jonathon Connolly
Games at Weekend
The Seniors make the long trip to Mohill on Saturday evening. The throw in for this match is 6.30pm.
On Sunday the Juniors have a home game in Melvin Park against Leitrim Gaels.
Good luck to all.
Memorable Trip To Croke Park
Last Thursday was an historic day Melvin Gaels GAA Club when the under 12 teams competed in the “ Play and Stay” competition at Croke Park. The teams playing on the day were all from Connacht. The club fielded two nine a side teams. The players, mentors and spectators were hugely impressed by the organisation of the competition and the state of the art facilities now available at this historic stadium. The players however were not overawed by the occasion. They played six games in all and won five which augers well for the future of this team. Afterwards they were provided with lunch and then given a guided tour of Croke Park with the guide providing information on the history of Croke Park and the vast amounts spent on making it one of the finest stadiums in the world. While the winning of the games was encouraging the overall theme of the games was enjoyment and an opportunity for all the competing young people to relish this special occasion. The day will be remembered forever by all concerned. Special thanks to Thomas Keenan and Jimmy Holohan from the Leitrim County Board Coiste Na Nog coaching committee, to Melvin Gaels Senior Board, and to the mentors, parents and supporters and finally to our young team of whom our Club and Parish can be justifiably proud.
Team 1: – Leo Ryan, Darragh Rooney, Keith Lynch, Owen Hill, Cathal McSharry, Rory McDonagh, Killian McManus and Pauric Sheridan.
Team 2: – Declan Clancy, Gareth Kearns, Killian McGloin, James O’ Reilly, Rory Sweeney, Dylan Brain, Oisin McGowan, Marcus McGowan and Benin Lynch.
Lotto Jackpot Winner!
Congratulations to Pat Maguire, Enniskillen, Co Fermanagh who won the Jackpot in the draw on Sunday night in the Diamond Bar, Tullaghan.
Number drawn were, 1, 7, 18 and 24.
Next draw in Mc Gloins Kinlough on Sunday April 28, Jackpot €1,000.
Under 10 Training
Under 10 training has resumed on Saturday mornings at 11am and younger age training will start shortly.
Club Notes 16.03.2010
Mar 16th
Senior Game v St. Marys
Saturday was a day that Melvin Gaels senior team will want to forget as soon as possible. They were beaten comprehensively by a St. Marys team who were much better on the day. The Gaels lined out with a large number of players missing, eight in total, from the 2009 first team, but this was no excuse for such a poor performance.
Too many players failed to perform and hopefully this was just an ‘off day’.
We know they are capable of much better than this and that they will soon put matters right.
Junior Game v Carrigallen
The Gaels travelled to Carrigallen for the opening game of the league. This was always going to be a difficult encounter and it proved so with the Gaels trailing 8 points to a Gareth Foley point at half time. A big response was required and the lads dug deep in the second half and give a spirited performance. 3 points from Gareth Foley and 1 from Fergal Gallagher saw the gap closed to 5 points half way through the second half. Carrigallen proceeded to score another goal and a point in the closing stages to finish the score 1-12 to 5 points. Team: Paul Rooney, Shane Ryan, Jonathon Connolly, Matthew McGloin, Fergal Gallagher (0-1), Blaine Mulligan (captain), Patrick McGowan, Bernard McGowan, Peter McGowan, Joe McGowan, Dermot Clancy, Donal Clancy, Damian Sheridan, Paul Simpson, Seamus Gallagher. Subs used: Gareth Foley (0-4) for Paul Simpson, Andrew McGowan for Peter McGowan, Sean Lipsett for Seamus Gallagher and Peter O’Reilly for Damian Sheridan.
Lotto
The numbers drawn in the Melvin Gaels lotto draw held in the Home, Rossinver, on Sunday night were: 1, 3, 10, 21.
Jackpot of €4650 wasn’t won.
Other winners were-
€40 Elaine Monaghan, The Orchard, Kinlough
€20 Terry Rodgers, Kinlough
€20 Paul Rooney, Kinlough
€20 Kevin McGloin, Cliffoney
Next draw in The Melvin, 21st March, Jackpot €4700!
Club Notes 23.02.2010
Feb 23rd
Senior League Begins
The first Senior League game of 2010 for the Gaels takes place in Melvin Park at 4.30 on Saturday.
This game is against Sean O Heslins, Ballinamore.
Good Luck to all involved for the year.
It would be nice to see a good support for this game.
Under 16 Training
Training starts for Under 16’s on Sunday March 7 at 4.30pm.
Anyone is interested is asked to come along.
Club Membership
Membership + Lotto (26 Draws) for Melvin Gaels, €50 for the year is now available.
Anyone wishing to join can contact Antoinette 0719842747 or 0863768233 or any of the Club Committee.
Ordinary membership is €25.
Lotto
The numbers drawn in the Melvin Gaels Lotto Draw held in The Dew Drop Inn, Tullaghan on Sunday night were-1,2,13 and 19.
There was no Jackpot winner.
Other winners were, €40 Joe Mc Carron, Mill Road, Kinlough, €20 each, Terence Mc Gowan, Glenview, Kinlough, Daniel Branley, Glenade, and Michael Feely, Mullinaleck, Kinlough.
Next Draw in The Home, Rossinver on Sunday March 7.
Jackpot €4,650.
Club Notes 25.01.2010
Jan 25th
Congratulations
The Club wishes to congratulate, Keith Mc Gloin, Aghanlish on his selection as Leitrim Under 16 Player of the Year for 2009.
Lotto
The numbers drawn in the Lotto on Sunday Night in the Wellington Bar were-
8 9 15 22
No Jackpot winner
€40 Shane McCarron, Mill Road, Kinlough
€20 Mary Russell, Ardfarna
€20 Katie Granaghan c/o The Diamond Bar
€20 Paddy McGloin, Cloone, Kinlough
Next draw: 7th Feb in The Dew Drop Inn, Tullaghan
Jackpot: €4550
Cúpla Focal
Would you like to learn a few words of Irish? If you do, come along to Kinlough Community Centre on Tuesday January 26th at 8pm. The lessons will be very informal.
Membership
Membership is now due for 2010 and money should be given to Club Treasurer, or any member of the Committee as soon as possible.
Bord na nOg AGM
The Annual General Meeting of Bord na nOg took place last Wednesday night in the Community Centre.
There was a good attendance and some new people were elected on the Committee. Mark Cleary of Cloone, Kinlough is the new Chairman and Gerry Sweeney, Main Street is the new Vice Chairman. The new Secretary is Mary Mc Sharry also from Cloone, Kinlough and she will be assisted by Stephen Connolly Senior. Martin Collins stays on as Treasurer and his assistant Karen Collins stays on as well.
The Club would like to wish them every success in 2010.
A word of thanks to Francis Mc Gloin and Stephen Connolly junior for their work over the past year.
