Cul Camps are back in Monaduff this year: 6th – 10th Aug. Booking can be done online. Book early to avoid disappointment.

Lotto: The draw was held on Monday last, April 30^th in Dillon’s Bar & Bistro, Ballinamuck. The Jackpot was €10,800. Results are currently available on the club website and will be in next week’s notes. Tickets are available from the usual outlets and from any member of the executive. Thank you to everyone who continues to support our lotto.

Michael Moran ACFL Division 2: Well done to our squad who got back to winning ways on Friday evening last by overcoming Kenagh on a scoreline of 1-16 to 1-3 in Monaduff. An excellent flicked goal by full forward Kevin Whelan, from a Dean Cosgrave soccer style cross, set the lads on their way to victory mid way through the first half. Short many players for various reasons it was great to come away with two points and a good performance. This match concludes action in the league proper until Longford are finished in the championship. We are out in the Bertie Allen Cup this Saturday evening at 7pm away to Ballymahon. Best of luck to the team and management. The team and scorers from the Kenagh match were as follows:

Aiden Gray, Gearóid Nertney, Liam Lynch, Stephen Cosgrave, Emmet Noonan (0-2), Mark Duffy, Mark Hughes (0-1), David Collum (0-1) Seán Whelan, Eoin Keane (0-2, 2f), Pauric Gill, Nigel Kiernan (0-1), Dean Cosgrave (0-3) Martin Cassidy (0-4) Kevin Whelan (1-0)

Substitutions used: Ryan Crowe, Cian Cassidy (0-2), James Breslin, Rúairí Carthy and Kevin Whitney.

The club wishes speedy recoveries to Derek McCormack and Pauric Gill who both sustained injuries in the warm up and first few minutes of the match respectively. Best wishes also to captain Paddy Collum after his procedure during the week

Annual Mass: The Annual Mass for deceased family, relatives and friends of Fr. Manning Gaels, St. Vincent’s Minor and St. Helen’s Ladies Club will be celebrated on Sunday 13^th May at 11am in St Mary’s Church Drumlish.

Longford Race Day Punchestown: Thank you to Tom Cassidy who this year again organised the selling of tickets for the annual Longford GAA race day at Punchestown. The club was very well represented and a great day out was had by all.

New Arrival: Congratulations to club stalwart Cian Brady and his wife Laura on the birth of their baby daughter at the weekend

Division 3A: Well done to our Junior squad who defeated Longford Slashers on Saturday evening last in Monaduff on a scoreline of 1-13 to 1-10. Afisted goal from Ryan Crowe with 5 minutes left on the clock helped secure a thoroughly deserved victory for our lads. The team and scorers were as follows:

Jason Nertney, Brean Kane, Micheál Kane, James O’Neill, Gary Brady, Stephen Cosgrave, James Breslin (0-1), Rúairí Carthy, Dylan Quinn (0-1), Jonathan Connell, Ryan Crowe (1-4), Kevin Whitney (0-1) Dean Cosgrave (0-5) Derek McKeon, Gearóid Nertney (0-1)

Substitutions used: Paddy McKeon, Brian O’Connor, Scott Howe, Seán Breslin, Timothy Bouvin

Sympathy: The club would like to extend its sympathies to the family and friends of Willie Teague (Corrabaun) who passed away recently. We would also like to offer our condolences to the Courtney family (Clonmacart) on the recent passing of John Courtney in New York. Solas na bhFlaithead orthu.

Lotto: The Lotto draw was held last Monday, April 16^th  in The ‘98 Bar, Drumlish. The Jackpot was €10,600. The numbers drawn were as follows:

3, 13, 16, 20.

There was no winner.

€30 winners

1. Bernard Mel Courtney.
2. Imelda Molloy, Newtownforbes Road, Drumlish
3. Rose McCann, Ballincurry.
4. Vincent Doyle, Ballinamuck
5. Louise Faughnan, Leitrim Village.

€20 Sellers’ Prize

1. Quinn’s Bar
2. Packie Duffy.

The next draw is in Dillon’s Bar & Bistro, Ballinamuck on Monday, April 30^th. The Jackpot is now €10,800. Tickets are available from the usual outlets and from any member of the executive. Thank you to everyone who continues to support our lotto.

Michael Moran ACFL Division 2: We were defeated on Saturday evening last by Killashee on a scoreline of 2-15 to 1-16. Hard luck to the team and management and we hope we can get back to winning ways this Friday evening, April 27^th, against Kenagh in Monaduff at 8.30pm. The team and scorers from the Killashee match were as follows:

Paddy Collum, Aaron McGee, Dan Gorman, Derek McCormack, Emmet Noonan (0-1), Mark Duffy, Mark Hughes (0-1), David Collum, Kevin Whelan (0-1), Eoin Keane (0-4, 4f), Pauric Gill (1-5), Anthony Kane, Dean Cosgrave, Martin Cassidy (0-1), Aiden Gray.

Substitutions used: Cian Cassidy, Ryan Crowe (0-1), Seán Whelan (0-1), Nigel Kiernan (0-1)

Cúl Camps: A reminder for parents that the Cúl Camps are back in Monaduff this year from August 6^th until the 10^th. the cost is €50 for the first child and €40 for every child thereafter. This is great value considering the top quality coaching each child receives, as well as Cúl Camps gear and the chance to meet an intercounty star. Booking can be done online. Longford GAA are hiring coaches for summer work and all details on how to apply can be got by following the below website address

http://longfordgaa.ie/kelloggs-gaa-cul-camp-coaches-wanted-2/

Division 3A: Hard luck to our junior squad who were defeated by Colmcille on Sunday last in Fr. McGee Park on a scoreline of 2-13 to 1-10. The team and scorers were as follows:

Graeme Lee, Declan Donnelly, Micheál Kane (0-1), James O’Neill, Brian O’Connor, Gary Brady, Kevin Whitney, Jonathan Connell, Rúairí Carthy (0-1), Seán Breslin (0-2), Gearóid Nertney (0-1), Ryan Crowe (1-4), Stephen Cosgrave, Derek McKeon, Gary Connell.

Substitutions used: James McCann, Stephen Donnelly (0-1), Cathal Howe.

The next round is this Saturday, April 28^th, at 7pm in Monaduff against Longford Slashers

FR. MANNING GAELS AND

BALLINAMUCK ENTERPRISE GROUP

PRIVATE MEMBERS LOTTO

FOUR IN ANY ORDER WINS JACKPOT

03,13,16,20

JACKPOT WINNER

NO Winner

Five €30 Winners:                                      

1. Bernard Mel Courtney.  
2. Imelda Molloy, Newtownforbes Rd Drumlish.   
3. Rose McCann, Ballincurry, Longford.
4. Vincent Doyle, Ballinamuck.
5. Louise Faughnan, Leitrim Village.

Next Draw in: Dillon’s Bar & Bistro Ballinamuck– 30.04.2018

 Jackpot:             €10800

Sellers Prizes:     Quinn’s Bar Drumlish, Packie Duffy.

St Vincents Minor F.C. Cul Camps are back in Monaduff this year: 6th – 10th Aug. Booking can be done online. Book early to avoid disappointment.

Lotto: The draw was held in The ‘98 Bar, Ballinamuck on Monday last, April 16^th. The Jackpot was €10,600. Results are currently available on the club website and will be in next week’s notes. Tickets are available from the usual outlets and from any member of the executive. Thank you to everyone who continues to support our lotto.

Michael Moran ACFL Division 2: We secured our first win in the league last Saturday evening in Monaduff with a hard fought 2-17 to 1-13 victory over Ballymore. The team and scorers were as follows: Paddy Collum, Dan Gorman, Cian Brady, Derek McCormack, Mark Hughes, Mark Duffy, Emmet Noonan, Liam Lynch (0-1), David Collum, Eoin Keane (0-6, 5f), Pauric Gill (1-3), Anthony Kane (0-4), Dean Cosgrave (1-1), Martin Cassidy, Aiden Gray. Substitutions used: Kevin Whelan, Seán Whelan (0-1), Cian Cassidy (0-1), Ryan Crowe, Dean Cosgrave. We are out again next Saturday, April 21^st at 7pm away to Killashee.

Speedy recovery to Cian Brady who sustained an injury during the first half.

ACFL Division 3A: Our junior team were well beaten by a strong Killoe outfit last Sunday in Monaduff on a scoreline of 4-16 to 1-9. The team and scorers were as follows: Graham Lee, Brean Kane, Micheál Kane, Stephen Donnelly, Michael Heslin, Brian O’Connor, Declan Donnelly, Rúairí Carthy, Jonathan Connell, Seán Breslin, Dean Cosgrave (0-3), Kevin Whitney, Ryan Crowe (1-2), Derek McKeon (0-2), Robin O’Neill.

Substitutions used: Scott Howe (0-1), Gary Brady, Stephen Cosgrave, Mark Breslin, Michael Mulleady, Gearóid Nertney (0-1)

The next match is next Sunday April 22^nd away to Colmcille at 2pm.

Congratulations: Congratulations to long serving club player Mickey Kelly and his wife Ann on the birth of their baby boy recently.

Sympathy: We would like to express our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Alice Healy (née Sorohan) formerly of Fardromin, Ballinamuck who passed away recently. Solas na bhFlaitheas uirthi.

Jimmy Mimnagh RIP: It was with great sadness that we learned of the passing of our Club President, Jimmy Mimnagh during the week. Jimmy was a lifelong supporter of the Gaels and a true gentleman. The club held a guard of honour at the removal and would like to thank all our members who were there to show their respects. He will be sorely missed by all. We extend our deepest sympathies to the Mimnagh family. Solas na bhFlaitheas air.

Lotto: The Lotto draw was held last Monday, March 19^th  in The Mill Bar, Drumlish. The Jackpot was €10,200. The numbers drawn were as follows:

2, 10, 20, 25.

There was no winner.

€30 winners

1. Larry Keogh, Cattan, Mohill.
2. The Gallagher Family, Drumlish
3. Ryan McNally, Ballinamuck.
4. P. Higgins, Ballincurry, Longford
5. Graham Lee, Esker Glen, Drumlish.

€20 Sellers’ Prize

1. Séamus Noonan
2. Johnny Cooney.

The next draw is in Quinn’s Bar, Drumlish on Monday, April 2nd, The Jackpot is now €10,400. Tickets are available from the usual outlets and from any member of the executive. Thank you to everyone who continue to support our lotto.

Longford Seniors: Hard luck to Paddy Collum, Pauric Gill and the Longford squad on their narrow defeat to Fermanagh at the weekend. We wish the team and management all the best in their preparations for championship.

Cúl Camps: A reminder for parents that the Cúl Camps are back in Monaduff this year from August 6^th until the 10^th. the cost is €50 for the first child and €40 for every child thereafter. This is great value considering the top quality coaching each child receives, as well as Cúl Camps gear and the chance to meet an intercounty star. Booking can be done online.

Bertie Allen Cup: Hard luck to our Bertie Allen squad who were defeated by Mostrim on Friday night last in Monaduff on a scoreline of 5-13 to 2-5. The team and scorers were as follows:

Michael Heslin, Derek McCormack, Cian Brady, Dan Gorman, James Breslin, Anthony Kane, Nigel Kiernan (1-1), Mark Duffy, Seán Whelan, Eoin Keane (0-1), Diarmuid Cooney, Mark Hughes, David Collum, Emmet Noonan (0-1), Aiden Gray. Substitutions used: Gary Connell, Liam Lynch (0-1), Martin Cassidy (0-1), Cian Cassidy (1-0), Stephen Cosgrave and Rúairí Carthy.

First round of the Division 2 League is this Sunday at home to Grattan Óg at 2pm.

Junior Reserve League – Padraic Gearty Cup: Hard luck to our juniors who were defeated by Kenagh in the first round of the Padraic Gearty Cup on Sunday morning last in Monaduff on a scoreline of 1-15 to 0-10. The team and scorers were as follows:

James McCann, Leon McKeon, Darren Smith, James O’Neill, Michael Kane, Kevin Whitney, Jonathan Connell (0-1), Rúairí Carthy (0-1), Seán Breslin (0-2), Gearóid Nertney (0-2), Tommy McGee (0-1), Derek McKeon, Brean Kane (0-1). Substitutions used: James Breslin (0-2) and Ciarán Quinn.

The juniors are out in Division 3A Easter Monday at 2pm in Monaduff against Legan Sarsfields.

Club Membership: Money for club membership is now due from all players and anyone who wish to become a member of Fr Manning Gaels for 2018. Membership is €30 for adults and €15 for students. Players who do not pay their membership fee will not be covered by club insurance should injury arise. Only those who have paid membership will be eligible to represent the club in the upcoming season. Membership entitles entry in draw for All-Ireland football and hurling tickets in August. Those who pay membership byMarch 31st ’18 will also be eligible to vote at next years AGM.

Membership to be paid to Bridie Reilly, Club Registrar (0863332863) or any member of the executive as soon as possible please.

U20 Championship: Hard luck to our U20s who were well beaten by the Grattán Óg/Rathcline amalgamation on Bank Holiday Monday last. Final score was 8-11 to 2-6. The team and scorers were as follows:

Nathan Baxter, Cian Murphy, Michael McKenna, Aaron McGee (0-1), Brian O’Connor (0-2), Cathal Howe, Ryan Crowe (1-2), Mark Hughes, Jack McCreevey, Timothy Bouvin, Conor Keenan, Cian Cassidy (1-1), Brendan McCann. Substitution used: Niall Quinn

The next round is this Friday, March 30^th in The Laurels at 5pm against Abbeylara/Mullinalaghta. Best of luck to the team and management.

Scór Sinsear: Hard luck to our quiz team who took part in the Tráth na gCeist in Pearse Park on Thursday last. Thank you to Ciarán Cooney, Joseph Gill, Gabriel Higgins and Pauric Gill for putting in a great effort but just fell short.

Wedding: Congratulations to former player and current sponsor Peter Davis on his wedding at the weekend. We wish Peter and his wife Camilla health and happiness for the future.

Sympathy: The club extends our sincere condolences to John Duffy and the Duffy family, Lettergullion, on the recent tragic death of John’s niece in Galway. Solas na bhFlaitheas uirthi.

Happy Easter: Happy Easter to all our supporters near and far. Beannachtaí na Cásca daoibh

FR. MANNING GAELS AND

BALLINAMUCK ENTERPRISE GROUP

PRIVATE MEMBERS LOTTO

FOUR IN ANY ORDER WINS JACKPOT

02,10,20,25

JACKPOT WINNER

NO Winner

Five €30 Winners:                                      

1. Larry Keogh, Cattan, Mohill.
2. The Gallagher Family, Drumlish.
3. Ryan McNally, Ballinamuck.
4. P. Higgins, Ballincurry, Longford.
5. Graham Lee, Esker Glen, Drumlish.

Next Draw in: Quinn’s Drumlish– 02.04.2018

 Jackpot:             €10400

Sellers Prizes:     Johnny Cooney, Seamus Noonan.