Kinlough, Co. Leitrim, Ireland
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Club Notes 09.07.2012
10 months ago
Good Luck to the Leitrim Lads
The Club would like to wish the Leitrim team and mentors good luck in the game against Wicklow on Saturday evening.
Good Luck to the Gaels lads, Paul, Emlyn, Conor and Fabian.
A Lot of Football at the weekend
For reasons that are difficult to understand, the Club had to play a Division 3 game on Friday , another Division 3 game on Saturday and a Shield game on Sunday. With about forty adult players available to the Club and four of these ineligible due to Senior County commitments, not counting injuries, it was always going to be difficult.
Nevertheless great credit must go to the players who put in such a great effort and a good few played in all three games.
On Friday evening the second team travelled to Carrick on Shannon and came away with well very deserved draw against St Marys, Final Score was St Marys 2-05, Melvin Gaels 1-08.
On Saturday evening they made another long trip to Balinamore and suffered a narrow defeat to Sean O Heslins. Final score Sean O Heslins, 1-09, Melvin Gaels 0-10. Melvin Gaels played the whole second half of this game with fourteen players after a player got two yellow cards in the first half.
On Sunday at 1.30pm the Shield game against Aughawillan took place in Melvin Park. The Gaels got a deserved victory in this game on a final score of Melvin Gaels 2-11, Aughawillan 1-08. The Gaels had to finish this game with fourteen players, not because they had a player sent off but because they suffered injuries to players and had used all substitutes.
The Club would like to thank all players who turned out for all three games and, although some were barely able to walk at half three on Sunday, they did not complain.
With mass emigration, player burn out, and competition with other sports it’s hard to see how the events of last weekend can help.
Believe it or not there is no adult game scheduled for this weekend!
Bord na nOg News
Congratulations to Melvin Gaels Under 12s who won the Largy N.S. Shield on Saturday 7th July in Killasnett pitch. They defeated Drumkeerin in the semi-final and went on to beat Dromahaire in the final. Under 12 blitz competition is continuing with games on Monday evenings. Under 12 training continues each Wednesday evening and Saturday morning. Under 7, Under 8 and Under 10 training continues each Saturday morning at 10.30 am with large numbers attending these sessions. Under 10s also have an additional training session for the next few weeks on Thursday evenings at 6.45 pm. Next Under 8/10 blitz is on Saturday 14th July at 10.30 am versus St. Osnats/Glenfarne-Kilty.
The Under 14 championship commences on Fri 13th July. Melvin Gaels U14 have no game that week. The Under 16 championship commences in September. The Minor championship begins on 1st August.
Dogs on Pitch
In the interest of Health and Safety, dog owners are asked to please stop allowing their dogs to run freely and to foul on the playing and training areas at Melvin Park.
There are a lot of young children using the facilities at present and this has become a serious issue.
Lotto
The numbers drawn in the Melvin Gaels Lotto Draw held in the Village Inn, Kinlough on Sunday night July 8 were: 7, 13,14 and 20. There was no Jackpot winner. Other winners were €40 Jimmy Phelan, Wardhouse, Tullaghan, €20 each, JP Gallagher, Uragh, Kinlough, Eamon Mc Gloin, Kinlough and Evelyn Rooney, Edenville, Kinlough. Next draw in the Gilbride’s Rossinver on Sunday 22nd July. Jackpot €1,200.00.
Vintage Tractor Draw
Here are some photos of the completed tractor and the restoration project: http://www.flickr.com/photos/melvingaels/tags/vintagetractor/
Tickets for the draw are now for sale and they can be bought from any Committee members for €5 each or a book of five for €20.
They can also be bought here on the Club Website: http://www.melvingaels.com/wp/?page_id=972
Club Notes 12.04.2010
03 years ago
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 05.04.2010
03 years ago
Senior Game v Allen Gaels
The seniors took on Allen Gaels on Sunday afternoon in Melvin Park and shared the points. This turned out to be a very entertaining game and the result was in doubt until the final whistle.
Allen Gaels went into a four point lead after ten minutes, scoring a goal and a point before Melvin Gaels woke up. Melvin Gaels then got their act together and two points each from David Mc Sharry and Thomas Lipsett brought the home side level a point each from Conor Sheridan and BB Brennan meant Melvin Gaels went into the break leading by two points.
In the second half the Gaels from South Leitrim playing with the advantage of a strong breeze cam back and leveled again. Conor Sheridan and BB Brennan again scored a point each but Allen Gaels kept on level terms until a good point from Daniel Branley put the home side ahead.
Both sides missed a number of chances during the game, and both will feel they could have won it.
Nine wides from Melvin Gaels in the first half is not good enough, but seeing as they scored all their nine points from play, it was a much improved performance since their outing against St Marys a few weeks ago.
Final score Melvin Gaels 0-9, Allen Gaels 1-6.
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.
Senior Scór
The Club would like to thank John Rooney, Sean Rooney and Jim Brennan who took part in Question Time and were unlucky not to reach the County Final.
Thanks also to Anne Marie Gallagher, Solo Singer and patsy Mc Govern, Recitation, who made the County Final. Well Done to them.
Best wishes to Leitrim Scór representatives who secured seven out of nine categories in Connaught and now go on to the All Ireland in Killarney.
Trip to Croke Park
Best wishes to the Under 12‘s who travel to Croke Park on Thursday to take part in the Play and Stay Competition.
This is a great honour for the Club.
Under 10 Training
Under 10 training has resumed on Saturday mornings at 11am and younger age training will start shortly.
Under 14s Lose Out
The Under 14 team lost to a very strong Dromahaire team last week, but it was encouraging to see some good individual displays from the team.
Use Your Phone To Help the Club
Many thanks to all Vodafone users who nominated Melvin Gaels as their chosen GAA club. As a result, we received our first contribution from Vodafone last week. Lets try and increase that next time by signing up as many family members and friends as you can…simply, log onto www.supportyourgaaclub.ie or text your name to Ciara (087 9079962) to sign you up. Remember, it doesn’t cost you a penny but the Club gets much needed funds.
Club Notes 19.09.2005
07 years ago
by melving
in club notes
GAA Unsung Hero Award
The Club would like to congratulate Michael Mc Gowan, who has won the regional Ocean FM/Bank of Ireland GAA Unsung Hero Award.
Michael now represents Leitrim and Ocean FM on Saturday night at the All Ireland awards.
Patricia Hill nominated Michael for this award and they will both attend the Awards Banquet in the Hilton Hotel, Dublin with overnight stay and All Ireland Tickets.
Michael now has a chance to win the overall prize of €15,000 and Patricia could win €5,000.
Michael is a very worthy recipient of the this award as he has worked tirelessly for the GAA in his own club Melvin Gaels, in Leitrim and during his time with the De la Salle College, Ballyshannon. Michael still continues to work at all levels with his own club Melvin Gaels.
In his usual modest way Michael says it’s a great honour for him to represent Melvin Gaels, Leitrim and Ocean FM in Dublin next Saturday night.
We all wish Michael and Patricia Good Luck and an enjoyable weekend.
Congratulations
Melvin Gaels would like to congratulate Kiltubrid on winning the Senior Championship and also congratulate Glencar/Manor on winning the Intermediate Championship.
Under 10 Blitz
Kinlough was the venue for one of the three Under 10 blitzes organised by Bord na Nog for last Saturday. In Kinlough, teams from Gortletterragh, Mohill, Dromahaire, Glencar Manor and Melvin Gaels competed in what was a most sporting and entertaining day of football. This was the second such competition run this year and its success stems from the fact that there are no trophies on offer with no winners or losers.
The standard of football was extremely high with a mere kick of a ball the difference in most games. Credit must go to Jimmy Holohan, Enda Stenson and Brian Gordon who refereed the games and ensured the smooth running of the competition.
Credit also to Melvin Gaels, Bord na Nog, who had the pitches marked for the occasion.
Minerals were laid on by the organisers for the thirsty participants and these were much appreciated.
The Melvin Gaels Club had organised a Barbecue and this was a big hit with all. Thanks to Pete and Frances Mc Gowan for the use of the barbecue, and all who helped with the supplying of the delicious food.
Finally the Melvin Gaels Bord na Nog would like to thank Al and Karen Connolly of Connolly Meats, Kinlough for their very generous sponsorship of a new set of jerseys for our Under 10 team, which were worn with pride for the very first time.
Thanks also to Charlie Simpson who sponsored a number of training footballs for the Under 10 team.
It is hoped to have photographs of the blitz published later.
