Well done to our Division 4 team who reached the Bertie Allen Cup final after beating Killashee, 3-12 to 3-11 last night in Monaduff in the semi-final. Clayton Finn was excellent, scoring 2-4, while Tom McGee got the other goal
Author: Club Secretary
Club News 29-06-25
ACFL Division 4
The reserves had a good win in the final round of Division 4 against Kenagh last Wednesday, 1-14 to 0-10. The team and scorers were as follows: Cody Lee, Seán McKenna, Cian Brady, Seán Gibbons, Caelum McGee, Kevin Whitney, Darren Farley (0-2), David Collum (0-1), Clayton Finn (1-2), Kevin Whelan (0-1), Oisín Kane (0-3), Petie Collum (0-2, 1f), Padraig O’Neill. Subs: Ryan Crowe (0-3, 1f), Nathan Maher, Declan Donnelly. This win secured second place and a place in the Bertie Allen Cup semi-final against Killashee, which is this evening Wednesday in Monaduff at 8pm
The Marquee In Drumlish – August 15th to 18th
The Marquee is back this year, starting Friday August 15th until Monday the 18th. We have a fantastic line up to ensure another entertaining weekend. On Friday night have homegrown act The Rurals as well as The Whistlin’ Donkeys. On Saturday we have Michael English, Ray Lynam and Mike Denver. On Sunday night the line-up is Rhythm & Sticks and then Mark McCabe who is on his Maniac 2000 25th anniversary tour. We round off the festival on Monday night with the main event – The Declan Nerney Night, which promises to finish a terrific festival in style, as always. Thank you to our main event sponsors Mike and Martin Mulleady of Mulleady Properties who are back on board again this year. We look forward to seeing you all there!
Lotto
Our lotto draw took place in The ‘98 Bar, Ballinamuck on Monday last, June 30th. The Jackpot was €2,800.
Thank you to all who support our lotto. Results are currently on the club website and social media and will be published in next week’s notes. Please play again on Clubspot by selecting the Fr Manning Gaels option or from the usual ticket sellers.
Sympathy
The club extends its deepest sympathy to Pauline Cooney on the passing of her brother John Mullarkey in England. Solas na bhFlaitheas air.
Club News 22-06-25
ACFL Division 2
We finished out the league with a comfortable win over Carrickedmond’s seconds on a glorious evening on Thursday last in Monaduff. The final score was 7-10 to 0-5. The team and scorers were as follows: Paddy Collum (0-3, 1’45, 1 two-pointer from play), Paul McGee, Caelum McGee, Leon McKeon, JP Farley, Aaron Quinn, Jamie Nertney (0-2), Mark Breslin, Kaelum Gill, Tom McGee, Pauric Gill (2-0), Kevin Whelan, Clayton Finn (0-2), Dean Cosgrave (3-3), Cian Cassidy (1-0). Subs: Sean Gibbons, Oisin Kane (1-1), Cian Brady, Padraig O’Neill, David Kalina. The final round of the Division 4 league is this Wednesday evening at 8pm in McGann Park against Kenagh.
Lotto
Our lotto draw took place in Dillon’s of Ballinamuck on Monday last, June 16th. The Jackpot was €2,600. The numbers drawn were: 1, 7, 20, 24
There was no jackpot winner. The three €50 winners were: Bernadette Noonan, Monaduff; Frankie McWade, USA; and Hubie Reynolds, Colette Masterson & Mickey Quinn, c/o Quinn’s Bar
Thank you to all who support our lotto. Thank you to Dillon’s for the use of the premises and facilitating the draw as well as for providing refreshments. The next draw will take place in The ‘98 Bar, Ballinamuck, on Monday, June 30th. Please play again on Clubspot by selecting the Fr Manning Gaels option or from the usual ticket sellers.
Club News 15-06-25
ACFL Division 2
We drew with Killoe on Sunday morning last in Clonee, 1-20 to 0-23. It was a disappointing end to the game having been in control until the last ten minutes. Gaels led 0-12 to 0-6 at the break with scores coming from Cian Cassidy (including an excellent two pointer), Pauric Gill, Paddy Collum, Dean Cosgrave and a Jamie Nertney free for a foul on Gill. Gaels started the second half well and held a commanding eight-point lead with twelve minutes to go thanks in large part to a Dean Cosgrave goal after being place by Gill. However, Killoe took over in the final ten minutes, aided by a number of two-pointers, and brought the game back level going into injury time. It looked as if the Gaels had secured the win when Gill and Nertney reestablished the lead but with the last kick of the game Killoe fired over a two pointer from play for a share of the spoils. The team and scorers were as follows: Paddy Collum (0-1, 1’45), Paul McGee, Cian Murphy, Caelum McGee, JP Farley, Aaron Quinn, Jamie Nertney (0-5, 2f), Mark Breslin, Kaelum Gill, Mark Hughes, Pauric Gill (0-5), Kevin Whelan, Clayton Finn, Dean Cosgrave (1-1), Cian Cassidy (0-6 (1 two-pointer)). Subs: Martin Cassidy (0-2) for Mark Hughes (inj), Sean Gibbons, Leon McKeon, Seán Hourican for Cian Murphy (inj). We wish Mark Hughes and Cian Murphy speedy recoveries from the unfortunate injuries sustained in the game. There was a minute silence held before the match for the late Mary McCormack, RIP. Tommy was the Gaels manager in 2008 and 2009 and the club extends its deepest sympathy to him and the McCormack family at this difficult time. Solas na bhFlaitheas uirthi. Our final game of the league is this Thursday evening at 8pm in Monaduff against Carrickedmond
ACFL Division 4
The Division 4 team had a good 4-13 to 4-4 win over Cashel on Wednesday evening last in Monaduff. Mark Hughes, Oisín Kane and Padraig O’Neill x2, got the goals. The team was as follows: Cody Lee, Cian Brady, Leon McKeon, Seán McKenna, Caelum McGee, Seán Gibbons, David Collum, Darren Farley, Mark Hughes, Kevin Whitney, Tom McGee, Oisín Kane, Padraig O’Neill. Subs used: Ryan Crowe, Mark Duffy, Cathal Quinn, Ciarán Cooney, Petie Collum.
Lotto
Our lotto draw took place in Dillon’s of Ballinamuck on Monday last, June 16th. The Jackpot was €2,600. Results are currently on the club website and social media and will be published in next week’s notes. Thank you to all who support our lotto. The next draw will take place in The ‘98 Bar, Ballinamuck, on Monday, June 30th. Please play again on Clubspot by selecting the Fr Manning Gaels option or from the usual ticket sellers.
Sympathy
Fr Manning Gaels extends its deepest sympathy to the Whelan family on the passing of Anna Whelan last week. A minute silence was held before the Cashel match as a mark of respect. Our condolences are extended to Tommy Carolan, one of our great supporters over the years, and family on the sad passing of Teresa. Our sympathies are also with the family and friends of Margaret Horan (Church View) who passed away last week. Solas na bhFlaitheas orthu.
Club News 08-06-2025
ACFL Division 2
We were defeated by Mostrim last Saturday on a scoreline of 3-16 to 1-15. Gaels started brightly and were leading 0-6 to 0-1 midway through the first half with some great scores from Cian Cassidy, Pauric Gill, Kevin Whelan, JP Farley and a well struck two pointer free from Paddy Collum after a foul on Aaron Quinn. A Mostrim purple patch saw them go into the lead and they were ahead at the break, 2-7 to 0-11. Gaels remaining scores of the half came from Cassidy and Mark Breslin, which included an excellently struck two pointer. Mostrim took control of the second half and went into a five point lead, however when Pauric Gill placed Cian Cassidy for a goal to leave only two in it, it appeared that momentum might switch. Unfortunately this failed to materialise as Mostrim countered for another goal of their own as well as converted a number of soft frees. Gaels remaining scores came from the accurate Cian Cassidy and a Jamie Nertney free for a foul on Gill. Whatever chance Gaels had of salvaging something from the match went when a Gill goal opportunity went wide of the post. The team and scorers were as follows: Paddy Collum (0-3, 1TPF, 1’45), Paul McGee, Caelum McGee, Seán McKenna, JP Farley, Aaron Quinn, Tom McGee, Mark Breslin (0-3, one two-pointer), Kaelum Gill, Jamie Nertney, Cian Cassidy (1-5), Dean Cosgrave, Pauric Gill (0-1), Kevin Whelan (0-1), Mark Hughes. Subs: Seán Gibbons, Leon McKeon, Kevin Whitney. A minute silence was observed before the match as a mark of respect for the late Mostrim player, Alan O’Hara RIP. The Division 4 team are at home to Cashel this evening Wednesday in Monaduff at 8pm and the Division 2 team’s penultimate match of the league is Sunday morning at 11.30 away to Killoe. Best of luck to the team and management.
Lotto
Our lotto draw took place in O’Reilly’s Bar, Drumlish on Monday last, June 2nd. The Jackpot was €2,400. The numbers drawn were as follows:
17, 18, 19, 26
There was no winner. The Jackpot is now €2,600!
The three €50 winners were:
Marian Friel, Donegal
Pat Donnelly, Ballinamuck
Tess Murphy, Gaigue
Thank you to all who support our lotto. Thank you to the Cathal for facilitating the draw and for providing refreshments. The next draw will take place in Dillon’s of Ballinamuck, on Monday, June 16th. Please play again on Clubspot by selecting the Fr Manning Gaels option or from the usual ticket sellers.
Congratulations
Congratulations to clubman Emmet Noonan and Michell Farrell on their recent engagement. We wish the couple a lifetime of health and happiness
Longford
Well done to Seán Prunty who was part of the Longford minor hurling squad which won the Michael Feery Cup by beating Fermanagh at the weekend.
Sympathy
Fr Manning Gaels extends its deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Jane Gorman, Fardromin, who passed away last week. Solas na bhFlaitheas uirthi.
Lotto Results
Club News 01-06-25
ACFL Division 4
Hard luck to the Reserve team who were beaten by Grattan Óg on Friday evening last, 6-17 to 5-11. Gaels led 3-8 to 2-7 at half time, having squandered numerous chances and extended this lead to seven points in the second half before Grattans took over and ran out decisive winners. The team and scorers were as follows: Cody Lee, Leon Mckeon, Caelum McGee, Sean McKenna, Tom McGee, Cian Murphy, Sean Gibbons(0-2), Mark Hughes, Darren Farrelly(1-0), Kevin Whitney, Kevin Whelan (0-5), Ryan Crowe (0-2, 2f), Padraig O’Neill (1-0), Podge Gill, Oisín Kane (3-2)
Subs: James McCann, Seán Hourican, Declan Donnelly, Dawid Kallina, Ciarán Cooney. It is senior action next as our Division 2 team is away to Mostrim this Saturday at 7pm. Best of luck to the team and management.
Lotto
Our lotto draw took place in O’Reilly’s Bar, Drumlish on Monday last, June 2nd. The Jackpot was €2,400. Results are currently on the club website and social media and will be published in next week’s notes.
Thank you to all who support our lotto. Please play again on Clubspot by selecting the Fr Manning Gaels option or from the usual ticket sellers.
Longford
Well done to Enda McGahern and Paddy Collum who finished off the Tailteann Cup with a win against Carlow. A particular word of congratulations to our own Paddy Collum who has called time on an outstanding intercounty career which has seen him play 133 times in all competitions (37 Championship, 67 NFL and 29 O’Byrne Cup) and scoring 0-15 between 2012 and 2025. This is in addition to 7 Championship appearances at U-21 level and 9 at Minor (scoring two penalties on the way to winning the Leinster Minor Championship). Paddy has featured for Longford at every grade from U-13 up and all that is left now is the Masters – in a few more years! He retires with a Leinster minor championship, Hastings Cup, three O’Byrne Cups and an NFL Division 3 title. Paddy also represented Leinster in the 2016 Railway Cup. Enjoy the well earned retirement Paddy and we look forward to many more years out in Monaduff. Well done to Alex Karytinos and the Longford minors who won the All-Ireland ‘C’ final last weekend to lift the Séamus Heaney Cup. Alex was excellent all year at corner back
Sympathy
Fr Manning Gaels extends its deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Brother Sebastian (Eamon Davis, Ballinamuck) who passed away recently. Brother Sebastian was a renowned football coach and trained the Sligo minors to provincial succeas and an All Ireland final appearance in 1968. He later served as Chairman of Ballina Stephenites. Solas na bhFlaitheas air
Club News 25-05-25
ACFL Division 2
We had mixed results last week in the league. First on Wednesday evening we defeated Ardagh Moydow 0-14 to 0-6. We raced into a 0-6 to nil lead early on thanks to frees from Martin Cassidy (including a two pointer) for two fouls on Pauric Gill and an infringement on Kevin Whelan. Captain JP Farley surged upfield to also land a great two point effort. Gaels were denied two penalties after Gill and Cian Cassidy were brought down in the square but still led at half-time 0-8 to 0-5 and Cian fired over from play and also a free for a foul on Martin. Gaels controlled the second half with more great scores coming from Jamie Nertney, Pauric Gill and Cian Cassidy while Martin was accurate on frees after fouls on Gill and himself. The team and scorers were as follows: Paddy Collum, Paul McGee, Caelum McGee, Sean McKenna, JP Farley (0-2 (TP)), Aaron Quinn, Tom McGee, Mark Breslin, Kaelum Gill, Jamie Nertney (0-2), Pauric Gill (0-1), Kevin Whelan, Clayton Finn, Cian Cassidy (0-3, 1f), Martin Cassidy (0-6, 5f (1 TP free)). Subs: Kevin Whitney for Clayton Finn (inj), Podge Gill for Pauric Gill (inj), Dean Cosgrave, Padraig O’Neill. On Saturday evening last we emerged from Monaduff blessed to share the spoils with Kenagh after a last gasp effort from Martin Cassidy. The match finished 1-18 apiece. After a scrappy first half, it was level at the break 0-7 all. In the second half the Gaels took over, and when Paul McGee stormed upfield to score a goal, with Cian Cassidy firing over afterwards it looked as if victory was assured. We led by eight points with less than ten to go but after this it was all Kenagh. Deep into stoppage time, we led by a point before Kenagh converted a two pointer free. Paddy Collum fired a perfect kickout to Dean Cosgrave who was fouled. This was brought forward to outside the arc. Up stepped Martin Cassidy, facing a strong wind, for a wonderful score, which was unfortunate to clip the crossbar. This meant it only counted as a single point, earning a draw for the Gaels. The team and scorers were as follows: Paddy Collum, Paul McGee (1-0), Caelum McGee, Sean McKenna, JP Farley, Aaron Quinn, Tom McGee (0-1), Mark Breslin, Kaelum Gill, Jamie Nertney, Pauric Gill (0-3), Kevin Whelan, Kevin Whitney, Cian Cassidy (0-4), Martin Cassidy (0-10, 8f (1 TP free)). Subs: Dean Cosgrave, Cian Murphy, Mark Hughes, Podge Gill. A minute silence was observed before the match as a mark of respect for the late Mostrim player, Alan O’Hara RIP. It is Reserve action next as our Division 4 team is away to Grattans this Friday at 8pm. Best of luck to the team and management.
Lotto
Our lotto draw took place in The Mill Bar, Drumlish on Monday last, May 19th. The Jackpot was €2,200. The numbers drawn were as follows:
2, 7, 8, 16
There was no winner. The Jackpot is now €2,400!
The three €50 winners were:
Peter Prior, Ballinamore
Frank Kelly, Sligo
Sinéad Reilly, c/o Mill Bar
Thank you to all who support our lotto. Thank you to the Mill for facilitating the draw and for providing refreshments. The next draw will take place in O’Reilly’s Bar, Drumlish, on Monday, June 2nd. Please play again on Clubspot by selecting the Fr Manning Gaels option or from the usual ticket sellers.
Congratulations
Well done to senior player Jack Nertney on winning Student of the Year in St Mel’s College last week. Well done also to the Community Games U-13 Girls who won the All-Ireland Indoor Soccer title at the weekend and to Conor Brennan who won gold as part of the 5km team. Great achievements by all.
Longford
Best of luck to Enda McGahern and Paddy Collum in the final round of the Tailteann Cup this weekend against Carlow. Well done to Alex Karyntinos and the Longford minors who qualified for the All-Ireland ‘C’ final at the weekend.
First Aid
Thank you to Anne Duffy who provided an excellent First Aid and defibrillator course to members of our executive on Monday evening of last week in Monaduff.
Sympathy
Fr Manning Gaels extends its deepest sympathy to the family and friends and to all in Mostrim GAA on the very sad passing of their senior player, Alan O’Hara. Solas na bhFlaitheas air.
Club News 18-05-2025
Corn Hill Challenge
Thank you to everyone who came from near and far to participate in glorious but challenging conditions on Sunday morning last in the Corn Hill Challenge. We hope you all enjoyed it. The results were as follows:
10 Mile (Men):
- David Ahern
- Adrian Wrobel
- Tom Bermingham
10 Mile (Women):
- Nikita Cassidy
- Michelle Brady
- Ann Brady
10km (Men):
- Paulius Patackas
- Stephen Cosgrave
- Joe Shiels
10km (Women):
- Clare McDermott
- Tara Gately
- Lisa Culbert
5km – Men’s winner: Daniel Higgins
Women’s winner: Julie Taitt
Well done to our committee of Mike Mulleady, Lorraine Corrigan, Stephen McDermott, Aiden Gray, Podge Gill and Pauric Gill who ensured the event was a success. A particular word of thanks goes to committee members Pete McWade and Pat Collum who were the driving forces behind this event. Thank you, all our stewards and sweepers, and the Mothers & Others for doing up the food.
Thank you to Code Blue for their professionalism in ensuring everyone’s medical needs were met.
Events like this could not happen without sponsorship. Thank you to our main event sponsor Longford Precast and ABC Childcare for sponsoring the food. Councillor Colin Dalton very generously sponsored the badly needed water, and we graciously received sponsorship from Councillor David Cassidy, Mark Cunningham and Brian & Ronan O’Hara.
Times are now available on
https://www.championchipireland.com/
We look forward to seeing you all again next year!!
Thank you to Ciarán Lennon for doing the photography for the event.
ACFL Division 2
We play Ardagh Moydow this evening, Wednesday, in Keenan Park at 8pm and on Saturday we play Kenagh in Monaduff at 7pm. Best of luck to the team and management.
Lotto
Our lotto draw took place in The Mill Bar, Drumlish on Monday last, May 19th. The Jackpot was €2,200. Thank you to all who support our lotto. Results are currently on the club website and social media and will be published in next week’s notes. The next draw will take place in O’Reilly’s Bar, Drumlish, on Monday, June 2nd. Please play again on Clubspot by selecting the Fr Manning Gaels option or from the usual ticket sellers.
Longford
Hard luck to Enda McGahern and Paddy Collum on their defeat by Fermanagh in the Tailteann Cup last Sunday. Paddy was in great form as always with three outstanding goal-bound saves.
Club News 11-05-2025
Corn Hill Challenge
The Corn Hill Challenge, kindly sponsored by Longford Precast, is this Sunday May 18th at 9am, with the link for registration still available on all our social media channels. Chipped time, T-shirt, medal and refreshments (kindly sponsored by ABC Childcare) all included. It is €35 to enter the 10-mile race, €25 for the 10k, €10 for the 5k and €5 for all U-16s.
ACFL Division 4
Our reserve team continued their winning ways with an excellent 4-10 to 3-12 win over Ardagh Moydow in Keenan Park on Saturday evening last. The team and scorers were as follows: Cody Lee, Sean McKenna, Cian Brady, Kaelum McGee, Kevin Whitney, Cian Murphy, Clayton Finn, Mark Hughes, Darren Farley, Philip Kane (0-4, 2 two pointers), Ryan Crowe (0-3, 2f) Oisin Kane(0-2), Sean Hourican (1-1), Padraig O’Neill (2-0), Podge Gill. Sub used: Kevin Whelan (1-0). The next match is this Saturday, May 17th at 7pm against Killashee in Monaduff. Best of luck to Graham and the lads.
Darkness Into Light
There was a wonderful response to our Darkness Into Light walk last Saturday morning in aid of Pieta House. Thank you to everyone who donated so generously and to those who worked hard in getting the clubhouse and refreshments in order.
Annual Club Mass
The annual Mass for deceased members of the Fr Manning Gaels, St Vincents and St Helens clubs took place at Sunday Mass in St Mary’s Church, Drumlish. Bringing the symbols to the alter at the start of Mass were: Footballs: Ciara McDermott and James Madine; Scór Plaque: Michelle McNally; Jerseys: Mike Mulleady, Donnacha McKeon, and Imelda Mulvaney; Narrated by Pauric Gill.
First Reading : Sinéad Breslin
Dara Léacht: Ciarán Cooney
Prayers of the Faithful: Oisín Kane, Mark Breslin, Catriona Gallagher, Jamie Nertney, Michelle McNally, and Ciarán Lennon
Offertory Procession: Thomas Cassidy and Bernie Collum
Communion Reflection: Declan Donnelly
Eucharistic Ministers: Pat Corrigan and Mark Duffy
Thank you to Fr Hogan for his help and for facilitating us. Thank you to Von and Lorraine Corrigan for organising.
Lotto
Our lotto draw took place in Quinn’s Bar, Drumlish on Monday last, May 5th. The Jackpot was €2,000. The numbers drawn were as follows:
8, 18, 19, 21
There was no winner. The Jackpot is now €2,200!
The three €50 winners were:
Stephen McDermott
Pete McWade
Paddy O’Neill
Thank you to all who support our lotto. The next draw will take place in The Mill Bar, Drumlish, on Monday, May 19th. Thank you to Cathal for use of the premises, providing refreshments and facilitating the draw. Please play again on Clubspot by selecting the Fr Manning Gaels option or from the usual ticket sellers.
Members Draw
Congratulations to Kevin Davis who was the winner of our Members Only Draw which took place at the lotto draw. Kevin is the lucky winner of a night away and meal for two at Kilronan Castle.
Longford
Hard luck to Enda McGahern and Paddy Collum on their defeat by Wexford in the Tailteann Cup last Saturday. We wish them the best of luck against Fermanagh in the next round. Well done to Alex Karyntinos who played corner back on Longford minors’ excellent win over Fermanagh.
Sympathy
The club extends its deepest sympathy to Paddy and Leon McKeon on the passing of Mary. Our condolences are also extended to Rose Corrigan on the passing of her brother Tom Duffy. Solas na bhFlaitheas orthu.