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Club Notes 13.05.2013
1 week ago
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Games Washed Out at the Weekend
Both the Senior game in Drumreilly and the Junior game against Aughavas in Melvin Park, were cancelled due to the pitches being unplayable at the weekend.
Games next weekend
On Saturday evening in Melvin Park the junior team take on Annaduff in a Division 3 League game and on Sunday, again in Melvin Park the seniors take on the Annaduff Seniors- see papers for times for these games.
Gaelic4Mothers
Melvin Gaels Gaelic4mothers and Others has resumed training outdoors in Melvin Park on Wednesday evenings at 8pm. This is a recreational initiative which focuses on teaching the basic skills of Gaelic football to women who have never played before or who have not played for a long time. New members always welcome. Contact Anne for more information 0871337968.
Congratulations Brendan!
The numbers drawn in the Lotto Draw held in the Gilbrides, Rossinver on Sunday night, May 5th were 1, 2, 4 and 7. Jackpot of €1250.00 was won by Brendan Mc Gowan, Drumacrin, Bundoran. Congratulations Brendan. Next draw in Mc Gloins Kinlough on Sunday May 19th, Jackpot €1,000.00
Club Notes 29.04.2013
3 weeks ago
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The Late Peter Feeley
There was shock and sadness in the Club and in the wider Community at the news of the sad and sudden death of Peter Feeley, Moniengaugagh, Glenade.
Peter was a very popular player with the Gaels before going off to work in England. He was always a great supporter of Melvin Gaels and of Leitrim down the years. He was there to celebrate on October the 4th, 1998 when the Gaels beat hot favourites Sean O’Heslins to win the Senior Final. Last year, fourteen years later, almost to the day, October the 7th, Peter was back again in Pairc Sean, to see his beloved Gaels beat four in a row winners Glencar/Manorhamilton to win the Senior Final again. This time Peter was even more delighted because his nephew, Stephen Clancy, played a great game for the Gaels. He was a proud man at the final whistle and his broad smile said it all.
Deepest Sympathy is extended to his sister, Mary Clancy, brothers, Con, Pat and Martin and all his many relatives and many friends.
May He Rest in Peace.
Good Luck Leitrim
The Club would like to wish good luck to all the Leitrim Team and management in the game in New York at the weekend.
Best of Luck to Gaels lads, BB, Paul and Fabian and also Emlyn.
Lotto
The numbers drawn in the Melvin Gaels Lotto Draw held in the Village Inn, Kinlough on Sunday night were 1,4,16 and 20. There was no Jackpot winner. Other winners were €40 Mary Connolly, Aghanlish, Kinlough, €20 each John James Boyle, Ardfarna, Bundoran, Cubby Lipsett, Park, Kinlough and Austin Mc Gurran, Gubacreeney, Kinlough. Next draw on Sunday May 5th in Gilbrides, Rossinver, Jackpot €1250.00.
Defeat for the Juniors
On Sunday the Junior team was well beaten by a stronger Dromahaire team in a Division 3 League game in Kinlough.
Games coming up
On Saturday the Senior team travel to Leitrim Gaels for a Shield game, throw in for this game is 7pm. On Monday (Bank Holiday), the Juniors take on Gortletterragh at 12 noon in Melvin Park in a Division 3 League game.
Club Notes 23.04.2013
3 weeks ago
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Lotto
The numbers drawn in the Melvin Gaels Lotto Draw held in the Village Inn, Kinlough on Sunday night were 1,4,16 and 20. There was no Jackpot winner. Other winners were €40 Mary Connolly, Aghanlish, Kinlough, €20 each John James Boyle, Ardfarna, Bundoran, Cubby Lipsett, Park, Kinlough and Austin Mc Gurran, Gubacreeney, Kinlough. Next draw on Sunday May 5th in Gilbrides, Rossinver, Jackpot €1250.00.
No Joy at the Weekend
The seniors went to Carrick on Shannon on Sunday and despite putting in a very good performance were beaten by St. Marys on a scoreline of 1-12 to 0-11. On Saturday evening the junior team travelled to Manorhamilton and were also beaten by a similar margin, 1-14 to 1-10.
Games coming up
On Sunday the Junior team take on Dromahair in a division 3 League game in Melvin Park. Throw in for this game is 1pm.
Club Notes 15.04.2013
1 month ago
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Senior League v Gortletterragh
The Seniors had a good win over Gortletterragh on Sunday in Melvin Park .The game was played in terrible weather conditions. Both sides found scores hard to come by. The Gaels played against the wind and after a shaky start when they conceded two goals the held the ball and scored three points. The home side trailed by five points at the break and then took control in the second half with the storm behind them. A great goal from Paul Brennan put the Gaels in front, but it took a brilliant double save from goalkeeper, Peter Reilly, late in the game to ensure the two points went to the home side. Final Score was Melvin Gaels 1-8, Gortletteragh 2-2.
Division 3 League v Eslin
Despite a brave effort the Junior team were narrowly beaten by Eslin in a game directly after the Senior game. Because of injuries and players not available, a number of players who lined out for the seniors took the field again for the juniors. Nevertheless had they been able to take the scores created in the second half they would have won the game. Well done to all the players and management who performed so well in both games.
Games coming up
On Saturday next the Juniors travel to Glencar Manorhamilton for a Division 3 game at 7pm and on Sunday the Senior team travel to Carrick on Shannon for a Senior League game against St Marys at 1.30pm.
Good Luck to all the players and management.
McGowan Clan Gathering Weekend
The Club is working hard on plans for the ‘McGowan Gathering Weekend’ in August.
If anyone has any old photographs of the village or of any past members of the community for the exhibition to be shown at the Gathering please contact
Joe Mc Carron on 087-9520036. Next meeting on Wednesday 17th at 9.00 p.m.
Senior League v Mohill
On Easter Monday the senior team travelled to Mohill and new manager Gerry Mullaney was rewarded with a win in his first competitive game in charge. This was an entertaining match against a strong Mohill side with the home team going in at half time 5 points up. The Gaels had a lot to do in the second half playing against the wind but a patient passing game saw the team get the scores that drew them closer to Mohill. The decisive moment of the game was a well taken Tom Lipsett goal that involved 15 passes. The final score was Mohill 2-06, Melvin Gaels 1-11.Team: Peter O’Reilly, Stephen Clancy, Fabian McMorrow, Sean Gallagher, Shane Ryan, Keith McGloin, Donal Clancy, Stephen McGurrin, BB Brennan, Jonnie Connolly, Paul Brennan, James Bredin, Peter McGowan, Tom Lipsett, and Patrick McGowan
Sympathy
The Club extends deepest sympathy to the McMorrow family of Agharrow, Tullaghan on the death of wife and mother, Kathleen. Kathleen is mother of Seamus who was secretary of the club for a number of years. May she rest in Peace.
The Club also extends Sympathy to the Clancy Family of Gurteendarragh, Kinlough on the death of Ann’s mother Margaret Sheerin who died in Scotland recently. Margaret is grandmother of Dermot and Donal who play for the Club. May She Rest in Peace.
Membership
Membership for 2013 is now due and it is the same as last year, €25 for adults. €10 for Under 18s and €50 for membership and lotto. There is also a Family membership of €50.
Membership should be paid to Ciara Barrett or any of the Committee.
Club Notes 04.03.2013
2 months ago
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Bord na nOg Failte Isteach
Melvin Gaels Bord na nOg held an Open Day on Saturday 2nd March from 10.30am to 12.30pm. The theme of the event was “Failte Isteach” with the emphasis placed on inclusion. An invitation via local newspapers was issued to all members of the surrounding community to come and visit our club facility and meet club members and players. Special effort was made in the lead up to this event by our club chairperson David Gillespie and coaching officer, Pat Gallagher, who visited all the schools in the area to advertise the Open Day. The purpose of the day was to encourage people from the community to learn more about their local GAA club. The focus was on welcoming those who may be new to the area and who may not have had involvement with Melvin Gaels in the past.
We were blessed with a dry, bright day at Melvin Park which helped ensure that families turned up in large numbers to enjoy the organised activities. Eight members of the winning Melvin Gaels County championship team were on hand to provide coaching and share tips as they guided the children through a variety of football drills and skills, culminating in football games based on the Go Games model.
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While all the fun was going on outside, parents were welcomed indoors for a cup of tea and a chat. Bord na nOg chairperson David Gillespie gave a brief talk to parents covering issues such as the club code of behaviour, mandatory wearing of mouthguards for all underage players, and the importance of parental involvement in children’s sporting activities. David placed great emphasis on the fact that fun is the main objective when coaching children in the basic skills of Gaelic football. Daniel Branley spoke about the issue of Child Protection in children’s sport. Jenny Mc Gloin has recently been appointed as the club’s Child Protection Officer. In all 135 children were registered to play football for the forthcoming season. Under 6 – Under 12 age groups will begin training on Saturday 6th April at 10.30am.
Members of the Gaelic4mothers and Others team were present to promote this recreational initiative. This programme focuses on teaching the basic skills of Gaelic football to women who have never played before. Melvin Gaels is the only club in Co. Leitrim running Gaelic4mothers and Others. This programme has gone from strength to strength and is now in its third year. We signed up fifteen new women on the day, leading to a total of 45 women registered as participants in the Gaelic4mothers and Others programme.
At the close of activities, parents and children were treated to a fine display of football between Garadice Gaels and Melvin Gaels minor teams.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who contributed to the success of the day, especially those players and members of the Senior Board who gave so generously of their time.
North Leitrim Camogie
Sunday 9th march at St Clares Primary Astro turf Manorhamilton.
U12 at 4pm, U14 at 5pm.
€15 for affiliation and insurance for the year, €2 for use of Astro turf.
Everyone welcome.
Membership
Membership for 2013 is now due and it is the same as last year, €25 for adults. €10 for Under 18s and €50 for membership and lotto. There is also a Family membership of €50.
Membership should be paid to Ciara Barrett or any of the Committee
Lotto
Draw took place in Dew Drop Inn. Numbers were 2, 11, 17, 23 . There was no jackpot winner. Other winners were, €40 Colm McGowan, Edenville,€20 Jane McCarron, Kinlough ,€20 Cian McGloin, Kinlough,€20 Eibhea O’Hara, Laughta.
Next draw on 17th March, Wellington Bar, jackpot €1100.
Ocean FM GAA Club Focus Melvin Gaels
This is a playback of the Ocean FM GAA Club Focus programme that was broadcast on Sunday 17th February 2013:
Direct link: https://soundcloud.com/oceanfm/gaa-club-focus-melvin-gaels
Club Notes 18.02.2013
3 months ago
Senior League
The Senior League got under way in Melvin Park on Sunday when the Gaels took on Dromahair in the first Senior League game of 2013.
Despite a number of players missing through injury, the Gaels played some great football in the first half of the game, and went into the break two points ahead. In the second half with the wind behind them the Gaels failed to match the first half performance and missed a number of scoring chances, hitting the crossbar in the process. Credit to Dromahaire they made better use of the chances they had and finished a point ahead. Thanks to the Dromahaire team for applauding the Melvin Gaels team on to the pitch in recognition of winning the Senior Championship in 2012.
Next up for the seniors is a home game against Glencar/Manorhamilton on Sunday next.
The Juniors start off the League with a game away to Mohill on Saturday next.
Minors Win
The Minors had a great win over Annaduff last Saturday inn Melvin Park. Well done to this young team and mentors. Simon and Gareth.
Membership
Membership for 2013 is now due and it is the same as last year, €25 for adults. €10 for Under 18s and €50 for membership and lotto. There is also a Family membership of €50.
Membership should be paid to Ciara Barrett or any of the Committee
Lotto
The numbers drawn in the Melvin Gaels Lotto draw held in McGloins Kinlough, were- 9,12,15 and 24. There was no Jackpot winner. Other winners were €40 , Mary O Reilly, Lakeland Lodge, Kinlough, €20 each Michael Feely, Lurganhugh, Manorhamilton, Sean Mc Gowan, 1A Melvin Fields, Kinlough and Bernie Mc Gloin, Glenade.
Next draw in the Dew Drop Inn, Tullaghan on Sunday March 3rd, Jackpot €1,050.00.
Club Notes 11.02.2013
3 months ago
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The Senior League gets Under Way
The senior team travel to Dromahair on Sunday for the first league game of 2013. The throw in for this game is at 1.30pm. Good luck to Billy and all the lads.
Membership
Membership for 2013 is now due and it is the same as last year, €25 for adults. €10 for Under 18s and €50 for membership and lotto. There is also a Family membership of €50.
Membership should be paid to Ciara Barrett or any of the Committee
“Tour de Melvin” Fun Cycle Run
A Fun Cycle Run around Lough Melvin will be held on Sunday next in aid of the Melvin Gaels player’s injury fund and the Lydia Branley Trust Fund.
It will start at Kinlough Community Centre and will go around Lough Melvin finishing at the Community Centre where there will be refreshments.
Entry fee is €10 which will be donated to the funds. Registration commences at 9am. Draw on the day for prizes for entrants. Everyone welcome to take part.
Any enquiries Contact Joe Mc Carron 087 952 0036
Club Notes 04.02.2013
3 months ago
Jackpot Winners
Congratulations to Mary and Mickie Byrne, Spa Brae, Kinlough who won the Jackpot of €1200.00 in the Melvin Gaels Lotto draw held in Gilbrides, Rossinver on Sunday night, February 3rd. The numbers drawn were- 5, 10, 15 and 20.
The next draw will take place in Mc Gloins, Kinlough on Sunday February 17th and the Jackpot will be €1000.00.
New Chairman for Bord na nÓg
There was a large attendance at the Annual General Meeting of Bord na nÓg on Sunday evening in the Community Centre. David Gillespie takes on the job as Chairman and he succeeds Mark Cleary. The outgoing Secretary Mary Mc Sharry and Treasurer, Sean Mc Gowan were elected for another year.
Outgoing Chairman, Mark Cleary reflected on what a very successful year 2012 was for the Club at all levels and he thanked everyone involved.
Good Luck to all on Sunday
After a narrow defeat on Sunday in Limerick we hope the Leitrim team get back to winning ways on Sunday when they take on Clare. Good luck to the Gaels lads and all the Leitrim team and mentors.
“Tour de Melvin” Fun Cycle Run
A Fun Cycle Run around Lough Melvin will be held on Sunday February 17th in aid of the Melvin Gaels player’s injury fund and the Lydia Branley Trust Fund.
It will start at Kinlough Community Centre and will go around Lough Melvin finishing at the Community Centre where there will be refreshments.
Entry fee is €10 which will be donated to the funds. Registration commences at 9am. Draw on the day for prizes for entrants. Everyone welcome to take part.
Any enquiries Contact Joe Mc Carron 087 9520036
McGowan Clan Gathering 2013
A meeting will be held in the Community Centre on Wednesday next February 6th at 8pm to organise the McGowan Clan Gathering which takes place on the August Bank Holiday weekend 2nd to 5th. Everybody who wishes to get involved and has any ideas is asked to come along. Anyone who has any old photographs of different events in Kinlough over the years should contact any of the Committee as an exhibition is planned for the weekend in August.
Club Notes 28.01.2013
03 months ago
Well Done
Congratulations to all the Leitrim team and mentors on the great win on Sunday in Markievicz Park on Sunday. It was great to see Emlyn lifting the cup. Well done to all the Gaels lads involved with the team, the Brennan brothers BB and Paul, Conor and Fabian.
Congratulations to Emlyn on being selected as Leitrim Captain this year. Good luck to all in the game against Limerick at the weekend.
“Tour de Melvin” Fun Cycle Run
A Fun Cycle Run around Lough Melvin will be held on Sunday February 17th in aid of the Melvin Gaels player’s injury fund and the Lydia Branley Trust Fund.
It will start at Kinlough Community Centre and will go around Lough Melvin finishing at the Community Centre where there will be refreshments.
Entry fee is €10 which will be donated to the funds. Registration commences at 9am. Draw on the day for prizes for entrants. Everyone welcome to take part.
Any enquiries Contact Joe Mc Carron 087 9520036
Bord na nOg AGM
Melvin Gaels Bord na nOg AGM takes place on Sunday 3rd February at 7pm. All parents of players and all those interested in underage football are asked to attend.
Wearing of Mouthguards
The compulsory wearing of mouthguards in all underage grades up to and including minor for Gaelic football matches and practice sessions came in to practice on January 1 2013.
Lotto
The numbers drawn in the Melvin Gaels Lotto Draw held in the Village Inn, Kinlough on Sunday January 20th were-4, 9.19 and 21. There was no Jackpot winner. Other winners were €40 Theresa Condron, Mill Road, Kinlough, €20 each JP Gallagher, Uragh, Kinlough, James Bredin, Glenview, Kinlough and Gerard Kilkenny,Gurteendaragh, Kinlough. Next Draw in Gilbrides, Rossinver on Sunday February 3rd. Jackpot €1,200.00.
