Senior Championship: It is championship time again and we face Ballymahon this Saturday in Keenan Park, Ardagh at 7pm. The team and management have been working hard all year and we wish them the best of luck in this very important fixture. Please come out and show your support.

Lotto: The draw will be held in Gallagher’s Bar, Drumlish tonight Monday, July 10th. The Jackpot is €6,800. Results will be on the club website when available and will be in next week’s notes. Tickets are available from the usual outlets and from any member of the executive.

Junior Team: Our Junior team were scheduled to play Ballymahon on Sunday last in Monaduff, however the match was called off as the opposition were unable to field. The next round of the league is this Sunday at 2.30pm in Monaduff against Ardagh/Moydow.

Senior League: Our seniors played Colmcille in round 7 of the Division 1 league on Friday night last in Monaduff. Unfortunately we came out second best on a score line of 2-11 to 0-9. The concession of two soft goals in the first half and a number of missed chances proved costly for us in the end. The team and scorers were as follows:

Paddy Collum, Mickey Kelly, Cian Brady, Mark Duffy, Nigel Kiernan, Emmet Noonan, Eoin Keane, David Collum, Pauric Gill (0-2), Kevin Whelan (0-1), Diarmuid Cooney (0-1), Ciarán Cooney, Petie Collum (0-3, (2f)), Martin Cassidy (0-2, (2f)), Mark Hughes.

Substitutions used: Dan Gorman, Stephen Cosgrave, Gearóid Nertney, Seán Whelan

The Marquee in Drumlish – August 18^th to 21^st The Launch Night for the Marquee in Drumlish Festival will be held in O’Reilly’s Bar, Drumlish on Friday night, July 21^st. Gerry Keenan will be provided the music and entertainment on the night. All are welcome to attend. If you are interested in volunteering at this year’s festival please let any executive member know of what night(s) you are available.

Sponsorship: The club would like to thank David Collum for his very generous sponsorship of football gloves for the senior squad. It is greatly appreciated.

Gym Membership: A reminder that those wishing to use the gym in Monaduff must pay their club registration fee to Registrar Bridie Reilly, otherwise they are not covered by insurance.

Scór: If there is sufficient interest among clubs, An Coiste Náisiúnta will organise a scriptwriting workshop this Autumn to help clubs develop scripts for the Léiriú and Aithriseoireacht/Scéalaíocht segments for Scór. If you are interested in learning how to develop an idea and take it through scripting in order to make it suitable for stage production please contact siobhan.nichuana@gaa.ie as soon as possible.

Colm Meagher RIP: We were greatly saddened to learn of the passing of former Gaels and Longford great, Colm Meagher this week in the UK. Colm was a stalwart of the club, playing at full back in the 1950s and 1960s and played both in goals and defence for the county. The club would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the Meagher family. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

Lotto: The Lotto draw was held last Monday, June 26^th in The ‘98 Bar, Ballinamuck. The Jackpot was €6,600. The numbers drawn were as follows:

9, 10, 12, 30.

There was no winner.

€30 winners

1. Mick Green, Brocklagh.
2. Seán Kelly, St. Patrick’s Court, Ballinamuck.
3. Sharon Curwin, St. Patrick’s Court, Ballinamuck.
4. Ray Noonan, Edgeworthstown.
5. Laura Foley, Newtownforbes.

Sellers’ Prize

1. Betty Creegan.
2. Peter Dillon.

The next draw is in Gallagher’s Bar, Drumlish on Monday, July 10th. The Jackpot is now €6,800. Tickets are available from the usual outlets and from any member of the executive.

Junior League: Our juniors are out in ACFL Division 3 action this Sunday in Monaduff at 2:30pm against Ballymahon. Please support.

Senior Team: Our seniors have a very important league match this Friday evening at 8.30pm in Monaduff against Colmcille. Please show your support.

Senior Challenge: Our senior team had a worthwhile challenge on Sunday morning last in Monaduff against Cavan side Redhills. We ran out comfortable 3-11 to 0-10 winners in the end. We would like to thank Redhills for travelling down for the match and wish them all the best for the rest of their season. The team and scorers were as follows:

Aiden Gray, Mickey Kelly, Cian Brady, Dan Gorman, Emmet Noonan (1-0), Mark Duffy, Nigel Kiernan (0-1), David Collum (0-1), Eoin Keane (0-2), Dean Cosgrave, Diarmuid Cooney (1-1), Ciarán Cooney, Petie Collum (0-3), Liam Lynch, Pauric Gill (0-3).

Substitutions used: Seán Whelan (1-0), Kevin Whitney, Stephen Cosgrave, Michael Heslin.

Longford Seniors: Commiserations to Paddy Collum and the Longford seniors on their gallant Qualifier defeat to Donegal on Saturday evening last in Ballybofey.

Marquee in Drumlish – August 18^th to 21st: With all of our acts in place for the upcoming festival, we now need volunteers to help out for the weekend. If you would like to help out in any capacity please contact Pakie Duffy or any member of the Executive.

Congratulations: Congratulations to Martin Mulleady on his election as Mayor of County Longford.

Lotto: The draw will held in The ‘98 Bar, Ballinamuck tonight Monday, June 26th. The jackpot is €6,600. Results will be available on the club website when available and will be in next week’s notes. Tickets are available from the usual outlets and from any member of the executive.

Reserve Team: Our Senior Reserve team had their last round of the championship against Ballymahon on Sunday last in Monaduff. There was only pride at stake as we were unable to qualify for the knockout stages and unfortunately, despite a good display were unable to finish the campaign on a high. The final score was 2-17 to 2-9 in favour of Ballymahon. The team and scorers were as follows:

Jason Nertney, Cathal Howe, Anthony McKeon, James O’Neill, Darren Cawley, Declan Donnelly, Aaron McGee (0-1), Seán Whelan, Mark Hughes (0-3), Emmet Noonan (2-3, (2f)), Anthony Kane, Rúairí Carthy (0-1), Kevin Whitney, Micheál Kane, Ryan Crowe (0-1).

Substitution used: Kevin Whelan for Darren Cawley.

Longford Seniors: We wish Paddy Collum and the Longford seniors all the best as they face a difficult task in the second round of the Qualifiers away to Donegal this Saturday.

The Marquee in Drumlish – August 18^th to 21^st The  line up for the Marquee in Drumlish has been finalised. It is now all systems go for August 18^th – 21^st. On the Friday night we have Seán Rooney, State Lights, Chasing Abbey and DJ Fergal D’Arcy. On Saturday night we have Robert Mizzell and Derek Ryan. On Sunday, Small Time Thieves (aka Top Shelf), The Blizzards and The Aftermath/Cronin will entertain everyone for the night and on Monday it is the Declan Nerney night with special guests. As normal, the Monster Bingo will be held on the Sunday in the ’98 Hall in aid of charity and there will also be the Old Fair Day in Ballinamuck that day. A word of thanks goes to Mark Cunningham at Cunningham Design and Planning Chartered Engineers for his work in helping us secure our licence for this year’s festival. Thank you also to O’Reilly’s Bar, Drumlish who are on board again this year as our licencing partner. Finally, a special thank you to Mike and Martin Mulleady at Mulleady Properties who are sponsoring the festival this year. Without this kind of support from the people of the community it would be impossible for us to stage our festival. Go raibh míle maith agaibh go léir.

Sponsorship: The club would like to thank Mike and Martin Mulleady at Mulleady Properties for their recent, generous sponsorship of club jackets for the executive. We would also like to thank the Davis Brothers at Green Pasture Meat Processors Ltd for their generous sponsorship of our new away kit. It is greatly appreciated.

Donation: We received a very welcome donation this week that will be of great interest to many members of our club. We have in our possession the medals won by the late, great Packie Thompson, who played with Drumlish in the 1940s, before emigrating to the UK. These medals have been very kindly donated to the club by Packie’s sons Paul and Mark and will be on display in the clubhouse in the near future. We would like to thank the Thompson family for this lovely gesture.

Gym Membership: A reminder that those wishing to use the gym in Monaduff must pay their club registration fee to Registrar Bridie Reilly, otherwise they are not covered by insurance.

New Arrival: Congratulations to senior player Liam Lynch and Breda Corrigan on the birth of their baby daughter, Róisín, at the weekend.

The Lotto draw was held last Monday, June 12^th in Dillon’s Bar, Ballinamuck. The Jackpot was €6,400. The numbers drawn were as follows:

10, 17, 22, 27.

There was no winner.

€30 winners

1. Noel Connell, Ballinamuck.
2. Pete McWade, Drumlish.
3. Pat Heaney, Drumlish.
4. David Kellegher, Greagh, Drumlish.
5. Adrian Lennon, Ballinamuck

Sellers’ Prize

1. Paul Donnelly.
2. Colin Crowe.

The next draw is in The ‘98 Bar, Ballinamuck on Monday, June 26th. The Jackpot is now €6,600. Tickets are available from the usual outlets and from any member of the executive.

Lotto: The draw was held in Dillon’s Bar, Ballinamuck on Monday last, June 12th. The jackpot was €6,400. Results will be available on the club website when available and will be in next week’s notes. Tickets are available from the usual outlets and from any member of the executive.

Reserve Team: Our Senior Reserve team were well beaten by Colmcille in the first round of the Championship on Sunday last in Monaduff. Despite a promising start, with a couple of excellent points from Ruairí Carthy and Mick Kane, Colmcille were too strong and we were always playing catch up for the rest of the match. The final score was Colmcille 2-15 Fr. Manning Gaels 0-10. The team and scorers were as follows: Michael Heslin, Darren Cauley, Declan Donnelly, James O’Neill, Brean Kane, Stephen Cosgrave, Ruairí Carthy (0-1), Seán Whelan (0-1), Mark Breslin, Mike Kiernan (0-2), Anthony Kane, Micheál Kane (0-1), Kevin Whitney, Mike Mulleady, Scott Howe (0-2, (2f)).

Substitutions: Gearóid Nertney (0-2) for Kevin Whitney, Darren Smith for Darren Cauley, James McCann (0-1) for Mark Breslin, Derek McKeon for Scott Howe, Cathal Howe for James O’Neill, Seán Breslin for Brean Kane.

Our next match in the group is away to Granard at 2.30pm this Sunday, June 18^th. Please come out and show your support.

Longford Seniors: We wish all the best to Paddy Collum and the Longford seniors as they face Louth in the first round of the Qualifiers in Drogheda this Saturday.

Marquee in Drumlish: There were further announcements for the Marquee this week as both Robert Mizzell and Derek Ryan were confirmed for the festival, which is on from August 18^th – 21^st.

Golf Classic: The 2017 Seamus Butler sponsored Coiste na n-Óg Golf Classic takes place in the Longford Golf Club on Saturday 26th August. The event tees off at 8 am with the last teams out at 2 pm. As per last year, a team of 4 will cost €160 and tee sponsorship costs €100. All monies raised goes towards Development Squad projects such as the 3rd level Bursaries and Leaving Cert Grinds for the minor panelists . The event will be launched at the senior meeting next Tuesday evening in Áras Uí Bhríain.

Sympathy: The club would like to express its sincere condolences to the family and friends of Matt Mcloughlin (formerly of Kiltycreevagh), Pauline Coppinger, Ned Costello and  Christy Monaghan who all passed away recently. Solas na bhFlaitheas orthu.

Lotto: The draw was held in Quinn’s Bar, Drumlish on Monday last, May 29^th. The jackpot was €6,200. The numbers drawn were as follows:

4, 8, 27, 29

There was no winner.

€30 winners

1. Michael Mulleady, Drumlish.
2. Anna Rose Donoghue, Aughamore Lower.
3. Margaret Gibson, Newtownforbes Road, Drumlish.
4. Séamus Rodgers c/o Gallagher’s Bar, Drumlish.
5. Gerry Rowley, Killoe.

Sellers’ Prize

1. Jimmy & Eileen Kane.
2. Liam Forde.

The next draw is in Dillon’s Bar, Ballinamuck on Monday, June 12th. The jackpot is now €6,400. Tickets are available from the usual outlets and from any member of the executive.

Lotto: The draw was held in Quinn’s Bar, Drumlish on Monday last, May 29^th. The jackpot was €6,200. The numbers drawn were as follows:

4, 8, 27, 29

There was no winner.

€30 winners

1. Michael Mulleady, Drumlish.
2. Anna Rose Donoghue, Aughamore Lower.
3. Margaret Gibson, Newtownforbes Road, Drumlish.
4. Séamus Rodgers c/o Gallagher’s Bar, Drumlish.
5. Gerry Rowley, Killoe.

Sellers’ Prize

1. Jimmy & Eileen Kane.
2. Liam Forde.

The next draw is in Dillon’s Bar, Ballinamuck on Monday, June 12th. The jackpot is now €6,400. Tickets are available from the usual outlets and from any member of the executive.

Junior Team: Our juniors had a great 1-11 to 1-4 win over St. Mary’s, Granard on Saturday last in Higginstown. The team dominated from start to finish and thoroughly deserved their victory. The score at half time was 1-8 to 0-1, with some super points from Gary Connell, Aiden Gray, Mike Mulleady, Mick Kane and Jonathan Connell. Ruairí Carthy raced up from wing back to score a cracking goal after 15 minutes, which set the team on their way. The team and scorers were as follows:

Jason Nertney, James O’Neill, Anthony McKeon, Brean Kane, Declan Donnelly, Stephen Cosgrave, Ruairí Carthy (1-0), Jonathan Connell (0-1), Mike Kiernan, Micheál Kane (0-2), Aiden Gray (0-2), Kevin Whitney, Mike Mulleady (0-2), Derek McKeon, Gary Connell (0-4, (1f)).

Substitutions: Gordon Smyth for Jason Nertney, Scott Howe for Kevin Whitney, Barry Downes for Derek McKeon, Gearóid Nertney for Mike Mulleady, Seán Breslin for Gary Connell.

Senior Team: On Friday evening last our senior team got their first point of the Division 1 league after a draw away to Granard. The team played exceptionally well and really should have came away with the two points. We were guilty of numerous, squandered missed opportunities to put the game out of sight, however it was still a good performance and there is plenty to build on coming up to championship. The full time score was St. Mary’s, Granard 0-11 Fr. Manning Gaels 1-8. The team and scorers were as follows:

Paddy Collum, Mickey Kelly, Cian Brady, Dan Gorman, Mark Duffy, Emmet Noonan, Nigel Kiernan, Anthony Kane, Kevin Whelan (0-1), Pauric Gill (0-1), Diarmuid Cooney, Dean Cosgrave (0-1), Martin Cassidy (0-3, (2f)), Petie Collum (1-2, (2f)), Mark Hughes.

Substitutions: Mike Kiernan for Anthony Kane, Ciarán Cooney for Dean Cosgrave (Black Card)

There is a break of at least 3 weeks for the senior team now. When the next match will be is dependent on how successful Longford are in the Qualifiers.

Reserve Championship: The Reserve Senior Championship starts next weekend where we are at home to Colmcille on Sunday afternoon at 2.30pm. Please come out and show your support.

State Examinations: Best of luck to all those in the parish sitting Junior & Leaving Certificate examinations this week.

Marquee in Drumlish: This week it was announced that Bressie and The Blizzards would be back to play at the Marquee. That is sure to be a night not to be missed.

SafeTALK Programme: A SafeTALK programme will be delivered in Mullingar on June 22^nd in the Springfield Centre, HSE, St. Loman’s Campus, Mullingar. SafeTALK is a 3½ hour ‘suicide alertness’ programme that prepares participants to identify and engage with persons who may be having thoughts of suicide.  Participants also learn how to provide practical help by using the steps of TALK (Tell, Ask, Listen and Keepsafe) and gain information on the supports and resources available locally, regionally and nationally.  Please note that the SafeTALK programme can be delivered upon request to groups within Longford/Westmeath.

GAA Goalkeeping Workshop: Shane McCormack, a former Kildare goalkeeper, is running a Goalkeeping specific workshop for club coaches. The program is designed to develop goalkeepers on all aspects of their game, not only technically and physically but also mentally.

These specifically designed sessions incorporate everything the modern day keeper is required and expected to deliver. From shot stopping to distribution, all aspects are focused on to ensure an all-round player development is achieved. Mentors are then encouraged to take the session content and implement those drills with their goalkeepers for future development. If anyone is interested in further details please contact Lorraine at secretary.frmanninggaels.longford@gaa.ie

Sympathy: The club would like to express its sincere condolences to the family and friends of Michael Heslin (formerly of the ’98 Bar Ballinamuck) and Mary Rose O’Mara (née Farrell, formerly of Drumlish) who all passed away recently. Solas na bhFlaitheas orthu.

Noel Cassidy – A Tribute: There was widespread sadness, shock and disbelief when last week we learned of the untimely passing of Noel Cassidy. Noel, as we all know, was a very talented musician and singer, known across Ireland and further afield. Apart from his musical talent, his wit and storytelling ability was legendary. He was also a former player with the club and played for us in attack, defence and the goals. He had been one of our most loyal supporters all his life and played for us at numerous fundraisers, including the Marquee in Drumlish, over the years. He was the proud father of David, Paul, Martin and Cian who have all worn the maroon and gold of St. Vincent’s and Fr. Manning Gaels with distinction. He will be sorely missed by all in Drumlish and Ballinamuck. We would like to thank the many members of the club who formed a dignified guard of honour at the funeral on Sunday and who helped carry our great friend Noel to his final resting place. To Mary, David, Paul, Martin, Cian, Patsy and Joe and the entire Cassidy family and large circle of friends we extend our deepest sympathies. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis. Ní bheidh a leithéid arís ann.

Lotto: The draw will be held in Quinn’s Bar, Drumlish tonight, Monday May 29^th. The jackpot is €6,200. The results will be available on the club website when available and will be in next week’s notes. Tickets are available from the usual outlets and from any member of the executive.

Senior & Junior Teams: The senior and junior matches against Mostrim and Ardagh/Moydow respectively were called off at the weekend as a mark of respect to the late Noel Cassidy. Our seniors are out this Friday in a vital league match away to Granard at 8.15pm. The juniors are also away to Granard this Saturday at 7pm. Please support.

The Marquee in Drumlish: The latest act to be announced for the forthcoming festival is the excellent, young Longford town artist, Seán Rooney. Stay tuned to Facebook and the club website for further announcements.

Lotto: The draw was held in The Porter House, Drumlish on Monday last, May 15^th. The jackpot was €6,000. The numbers drawn were as follows:

3, 10, 27, 29

There was no winner.

€30 winners

1. Geraldine Heslin, Church View Drive, Drumlish.
2. Emmett & Petie Collum, Barraghmore, Drumlish.
3. Malachy & Philomena Scott, Ballinamuck.
4. Seán & Ciara McDermott, Drumlish.
5. Lorraine Corrigan, Lettergeeragh, Ballinamuck.

Sellers Prize:

1. Ken Leonard & Gearóid Nertney.
2. Paddy Howe.

The next draw is in Quinn’s Bar, Drumlish on Monday, May 29th . The jackpot is now €6,200. Tickets are available from the usual outlets and from any member of the executive.

Junior Team: Our juniors were defeated by Legan Sarsfields in the Division 3 League on a scoreline of 3-10 to 1-5. The team and scorers were as follows:

Enda Quinn, Darren Cawley, Darren Smith, Cathal Howe, Declan Donnelly, Stephen Cosgrave, Micheál Kane, Mark Breslin, Mark Hughes (0-1), Barry Downes, Gearóid Nertney, Mike Kiernan, Scott Howe, Podge Gill (0-3), James McCann (0-1)

Substitutions: Mike Mulleady (1-0) for Gearóid Nertney, Kevin Whitney for Micheál Kane, Emmett Collum for James McCann, Francis Lennon for Mike Kiernan, Derek McKeon for Barry Downes and Seán Breslin for Mike Mulleady.

The next match is at home to Ardagh/Moydow this Sunday at 2.30pm. Please support.

Senior Team: On account of Longford’s defeat to Laois we are in Division 1 action this weekend in a vital match at home to Mostrim. Throw in has been changed and is now at 8:45pm this Friday evening. Please support.

Longford Seniors: Hard luck to Paddy Collum and the Longford team & management on their defeat to Laois in the first round of the Leinster Championship. We wish the squad all the best in their preparations for the Qualifiers.

Hard luck also to the county minors who exited the Leinster championship following their defeat to Dublin at the weekend.

Monthly Meeting: The monthly executive meeting will be held this Thursday evening at 9pm in Monaduff and will be immediately followed by a club meeting. All executive and club members are asked to attend.

Marquee in Drumlish: It is getting close to that time of year again and our committee is working hard to ensure that this festival will be yet another success. Chasing Abbey is the first act to be announced and there will be more to follow over the coming weeks.

Sympathy: The club would like to express its sincere condolences to the family and friends of Tom Rogers (Crowdrummin) and Bernie Gorman (Fardromin) who all passed away recently. Solas na bhFlaitheas orthu.