Coronavirus (Covid-19)

A reminder that the club has offered to help collect the shopping/groceries/medication for the elderly and vulnerable in our parish. If you need this assistance or know of someone who does, please contact our secretary Lorraine Corrigan on 0864017301. Our team of volunteers are ready to help.

Old Photos

With a lack of action on the playing fields we are trying to collect as many old football related photographs to share them with our supporters. If you have any Gaels related pictures, be they action shots, team photos, trips away, old trophies/medals etc. please scan them and email to pauricgill@gmail.com or direct message to the Gaels Facebook page. Likewise if anyone has old videos of matches can they please get in contact. Thank you to Joseph Gill who has been doing a lot of work digitising many of the old games for Youtube recently.

GAA Return to Play

The return to play programme by the GAA was updated this week to allow non contact training for adults from today (Wednesday, June 24^th) with underage teams allowed non-contact training from Saturday, June 27^th. From June 29^th full contact training will be permitted. E-learning and health questionnaires need to be completed by players, coaches and other team personnel.

Old Photos

With a lack of action on the playing fields we are trying to collect as many old football related photographs to share them with our supporters. If you have any Gaels related pictures, be they action shots, team photos, trips away, old trophies/medals etc. please scan them and email to pauricgill@gmail.com or direct message to the Gaels Facebook page. Likewise if anyone has old videos of matches can they please get in contact.

Sympathy

We extend our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Johnnie Quinn, Greagh, who passed away last week. Condolences are also extended to the family and friends of Mary Collum (née Lynch, Lettergonnell), who passed away recently. Solas na bhFlaitheas orthu

Championship Draw

The draw for the senior championship was made last Sunday and we were drawn in a group with last year’s county finalists Longford Slashers and Carrickedmond. The first round is against Longford Slashers. Venues are to be confirmed

Longford GAA Movie Weekend

Longford GAA are running a Drive-In Family Movie and Bingo Weekend from Friday July 3^rd to Sunday July 5^th. Tickets cost €30 per car plus €2.50 booking fee and you can book yours by calling Mike Mulleady on 0860397788 or Glennon Brothers Pearse Park on 0433345219.

Sympathy

We extend our sincere sympathy to Mary Mimnagh on the passing of her father Patrick Reilly in Abbeylara last week. Solas na bhFlaitheas air.

New Arrival

Congratulations to our main sponsor Liam Davis and Elaine on the birth of their son William recently

Fixtures

We are playing St. Brigid’s, Killashee in Monaduff on Saturday, July 25^th at 7pm in the first round of the Division 2 league. We are then away to Seán Connolly’s on Sunday, August 2^nd at 2pm. In the Division 4 League (Patsy Reilly Cup – for players outside the named 15) we are playing Dromard in the first round on Sunday, July 26^th at 2pm in Monaduff. Then we are away to Granard on Saturday, August 1^st at 7pm. The first round of the Junior championship is Wednesday, August 19^th at 7.15pm against Granard in Higginstown. The second round is at home to Longford Slashers on Wednesday, August 26^th at 7pm.

Senior Challenge

Our seniors had another good workout on Sunday last in Monaduff against Roscommon side, Kilbride. Thank you to Kilbride for the sporting game and we wish them the best of luck in their upcoming championship. Thank you once again to referee Jimmy McCormack for coming down to ref the game.

Junior Team

Our juniors had their first game of the year on Saturday evening last when they travelled to Kilteevan for a challenge against the home side St. Joseph’s. We lost on a scoreline of 2-12 to 0-10. The team and scorers were as follows:

Aiden Gray, James McCann, Gabriel Higgins, James O’Neill, Mike Kiernan, Stephen Cosgrave (0-1), John Paul Farley, Mark Duffy, Mark Breslin, Tom McGee (0-1), Ciarán Cooney (0-1), Kevin Whitney, Shane Hagan (0-2), Derek McKeon, Robin O’Neill (0-1)

Subs used:

David Cassidy (0-4), Paul Donnelly, Michael Courtney and Enda Quinn

Sympathy

We extend our sincere sympathy to the family and friends of Peggy McGlynn (née Sheeran, formerly Lettergeeragh) who passed away last week. We also extend our sympathy to Mary McCormack (Gaigue) and family on the passing of her sister Margaret Kearney in Edgeworthstown. Solas na bhFlaitheas orthu.

Coronavirus (Covid-19)

A reminder that the club has offered to help collect the shopping/groceries/medication for the elderly and vulnerable in our parish. If you need this assistance or know of someone who does, please contact our secretary Lorraine Corrigan on 0864017301. Our team of volunteers are ready to help.

Old Photos

With a lack of action on the playing fields we are trying to collect as many old football related photographs to share them with our supporters. If you have any Gaels related pictures, be they action shots, team photos, trips away, old trophies/medals etc. please scan them and email to pauricgill@gmail.com or direct message to the Gaels Facebook pag.

Sympathy

The club extends its sincere sympathy to Benny McEvoy, Ballinamuck and the McEvoy family on the passing of Ned in Ballinalee recently. Solas na bhFlaitheas air.

Coronavirus (Covid-19)

A reminder that the club has offered to help collect the shopping/groceries/medication for the elderly and vulnerable in our parish. If you need this assistance or know of someone who does, please contact our secretary Lorraine Corrigan on 0864017301. Our team of volunteers are ready to help.

Old Photos

With a lack of action on the playing fields we are trying to collect as many old football related photographs to share them with our supporters. If you have any Gaels related pictures, be they action shots, team photos, trips away, old trophies/medals etc. please scan them and email to pauricgill@gmail.com or direct message to the Gaels Facebook page

Longford Team 2000-2020

Congratulations to Colin Hannify (Right Wing Back). David Hannify (Midfield) and Padraic Davis (Left Corner Forward) on their selection on the best Longford team of the past 20 years. Well done also to our other nominees Paddy Collum (Goalkeeper), Paul McCormack (Right Corner Back), Martin Mulleady (Right Wing Back) and Frank McNamee (Centre Half Back) who all came second place in their respective positions. The club is very proud of all seven men. The selection of brothers Colin and David Hannify is particularly noteworthy as it means three generations of the Hannify family are represented on the All-Time great Longford teams after Jim Senior and Jimmy Junior were selected on the Longford Team of the Millenium. An incredible feat.

Sympathy

Everyone at the club was very saddened to learn of the sudden passing of Mickey Phillips. Mickey always supported the club since coming to Drumlish, particularly with helping us out when it came to fundraisers and umpiring in Monaduff. He will be sadly missed by all. We extend our sincere condolences to his family and friends. The club also extends sympathy to the family and friends of Kathleen Toole (Derawley) and Pat Kane (formerly Esker North) who both passed away recently. Solas na bhFlaitheas orthu.

Coronavirus (Covid-19)

A reminder that the club has offered to help collect the shopping/groceries/medication for the elderly and vulnerable in our parish. If you need this assistance or know of someone who does, please contact our secretary Lorraine Corrigan on 0864017301. Our team of volunteers are ready to help.

New Arrival

Congratulations to our sponsor Peter Davis and his wife Camilla on the birth of their daughter Andrea recently.

Sympathy

The club extends our sincerest sympathy to player Michael Heslin and the Heslin family on the recent passing of Michael’s mother, Geraldine (née Molloy). Our thoughts and prayers are with them at this difficult time. Solas na bhFlaitheas uirthi

Club Membership

Club Membership for the forthcoming year is now available. The cost is €30 for adults and €15 for students. Membership is required for all playing members and for use of the gym. Membership entitles you to attend monthly club meetings and if received before April 30^th (deadline date extended due to the national situation), entitles you to a vote at next year’s AGM and entry into the draw for All Ireland tickets. To pay please contact Registrar, Bridie Reilly

Coronavirus (Covid-19)

A reminder that the club has offered to help collect the shopping/groceries/medication for the elderly and vulnerable in our parish. If you need this assistance or know of someone who does, please contact our secretary Lorraine Corrigan on 0864017301. Our team of volunteers are ready to help.

Club Membership

Club Membership for the forthcoming year is now available. The cost is €30 for adults and €15 for students. Membership is required for all playing members and for use of the gym. Membership entitles you to attend monthly club meetings and if received before April 30^th (deadline date extended due to the national situation), entitles you to a vote at next year’s AGM and entry into the draw for All Ireland tickets. To pay please contact Registrar, Bridie Reilly

Lotto

Our lotto, which we had initially postponed until April 20^th, is now postponed until further notice.

Easter Greetings

We hope all our members and supporters at home and around the world had a very happy and safe Easter. Beannachtaí na Cásca oraibh.

Congratulations

Well done to Darren Reilly who had the great honour of reading the 1916 Proclamation from the GPO on Easter Sunday.

Lotto

The Lotto draw was held last Monday, January 13th in Gallagher’s Bar, Drumlish. The Jackpot was €2,200.

The numbers drawn were as follows:

5, 10, 15, 17

There was no winner.

€30 winners

€20 Sellers’ Prize

The next draw is in The Olde Village Inn, Drumlish on Monday, January 27th. The Jackpot is now €2,400. Tickets are available from the usual outlets and from any member of the executive. On lotto duty this weekend are James O’Neill and Robbie Rehill. Thank you to everyone who continues to support our lotto.

Dinner Dance

Our Dinner Dance took place on Saturday night last January 18th in Lough Rynn where a wonderful night was had by the big crowd in attendance. Our victorious Intermediate team were presented with their championship medals by none other than Kerry legend Séamus Moynihan. Our management team received pieces of crystal to recognise their work in achieving championship success. Thank you to Séamus and his wife for travelling from Kerry to be with us and also to County Board Chairman Albert Cooney and his wife for joining us on the night as well. The Intermediate team of 1975 was honoured and received pieces of crystal to commemorate the 45th anniversary of the occasion. The club awards were also presented. Paddy Collum received the Eamon Kerrigan trophy for Club Player of the Year. Conor Keenan received the Jimmy Tully U20 Player of the Year and Lorraine Corrigan received the John Joe Brady Club Personality of the Year. A special presentation of the county final match ball was made by county manager Padraic Davis to Martin Cassidy in recognition of being the championship top scorer. Well done to all on their well-deserved accolades. Well done also to young Cian Murphy on winning Minor player of the year and to Louise Quinn and Michelle Murray on their awards with St. Helen’s.Thank you to the staff at Lough Rynn for an excellent meal and service and thank you to Nite Fever for the entertainment. Finally, thank you to the chairman Séamus Gallagher and the organising committee for ensuring a wonderful night was had by all.

Longford

Well done to player Paddy Collum, manager Padraic Davis, backroom team Ian Higgins and Gordon Smyth and the rest of the Longford team and management on winning the O’Byrne Cup at the weekend. Paddy joins Jimmy Hannify (1965), Padraic Davis, Paraic Brady, Martin Mulleady and Pete McWade (2000) in winning an O’Byrne Cup with Longford from the club. Best of luck in the first round of the National League this weekend against Louth. Well done to the U20s and our own Conor Keenan who had a great game in the draw with Fermanagh which has meant qualification for the Philly McGuinness Cup final next weekend against Monaghan.

Club Membership

Club Membership for the forthcoming year is now available. The cost is €30 for adults and €15 for students. Membership is required for all playing members and for use of the gym. Membership entitles you to attend monthly club meetings and if received before March 31st, entitles you to a vote at next year’s AGM and entry into the draw for All Ireland tickets. To pay please contact Registrar, Bridie Reilly

National Club Draw

The National Club Draw tickets are back on sale again this year and this great initiative by the GAA has helped contribute vital funds to our club for the past number of years. Individual prizes include: A brand new Renault Clio; a €2,000 travel voucher; All Ireland Hurling & Football packages; various shopping vouchers and many more. Details of each prize available are on each ticket. Tickets cost €10 and can be bought from any member of the Gaels squad. As always, your support is greatly appreciated.

Sympathy

The club expresses its sincere condolences to Padraig O’Brien and the O’Brien family on the recent passing ofMaura. We extend our sympathy to Eileen Forde (formerly of Kilmahon) on the passing of her husband Vincent Boyle in the US. Solas na bhFlaitheas orthu.

Lotto

The lotto draw was held in The Olde Village Inn, on Monday last, January 27^th. The Jackpot was €2,400. Results are currently available on the club website and will be published in next week’s notes. Tickets are available from the usual outlets and from any member of the executive. On lotto duty this weekend are Cian Murphy and Anthony Kane. Thank you to everyone who continues to support our lotto.

Longford

Well done to player Paddy Collum, manager Padraic Davis, backroom team members Ian Higgins and Gordon Smyth and the rest of the Longford team and management on winning the first round of the National League against Louth last Sunday. Best of luck next week against Offaly.  Hard luck to Conor Keenan and the Longford U20s who were beaten by Monaghan in the Philly McGuinness Cup final on Saturday.

Club Membership

Club Membership for the forthcoming year is now available. The cost is €30 for adults and €15 for students. Membership is required for all playing members and for use of the gym. Membership entitles you to attend monthly club meetings and if received before March 31^st, entitles you to a vote at next year’s AGM and entry into the draw for All Ireland tickets. To pay please contact Registrar, Bridie Reilly

National Club Draw

The National Club Draw tickets are back on sale again this year and this great initiative by the GAA has helped contribute vital funds to our club for the past number of years. Individual prizes include: A brand new Renault Clio; a €2,000 travel voucher; All Ireland Hurling & Football packages; various shopping vouchers and many more. Details of each prize available are on each ticket. Tickets cost €10 and can be bought from any member of the Gaels squad. As always, your support is greatly appreciated.