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.

Lotto: The draw was held in The Mill Bar, Drumlish on Monday last, March 19^th. The Jackpot was €10,200. 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.

U20 Championship: Our U20s were in action on Bank Holiday Monday last against Grattan Óg/Rathcline in the championship in Stonepark. Details will be in next week’s paper

Bertie Allen Cup: We are out in the Bertie Allen Cup against Mostrim this Friday, March 23^rd at 8.30pm in Monaduff. Best of luck to the team and management. Please support

Padraic Gearty Cup: Our juniors are out in the Padraic Gearty Cup this Saturday, March 24^th at 6pm in Monaduff versus Kenagh. Best of luck to the team and management. Please support

Longford Seniors: Well done to Paddy Collum, Pauric Gill and the Longford squad on their great win over Westmeath on Sunday last. Best of luck to the team and management in the winner takes all promotion match at home to Fermanagh this Sunday

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.

Scór Sinsir – Tráth na gCeist: Best of luck to Rúairí Carthy, Ciarán Cooney, Pauric Gill and Joseph Gill who are competing in the Senior Scór Table quiz this Thursday night, March 22^nd, in Pearse Park.

Challenge Match: Our first team had their first workout of the year with a good challenge against a strong Seán O’Heslin’s, Ballinamore outfit on Friday night last in Monaduff. The visitors emerged with the win on a scoreline of 3-7 to 0-8. Thank you to Tony Gaffney for refereeing the match and to Von and Lorraine Corrigan for providing refreshments afterwards. Thanks also to Ballinamore for travelling down and we wish them the best of luck for the coming year. Our team and scorers were as follows:

Michael Heslin, Cian Brady, Dan Gorman, Stephen Cosgrave, James Breslin, Anthony Kane, Nigel Kiernan (0-2), David Collum, Seán Whelan, Ciarán Cooney, Diarmuid Cooney, Emmett Noonan, Gary Connell (0-1), Mark Hughes, Gearóid Nertney. Substitutions used: Ryan Crowe (0-3), Tommy McGee, Scott Howe, Kevin Whitney, Jonathan Connell, Seán Breslin, Rúairí Carthy, Mark Duffy, Dean Cosgrave (0-2) and Derek McCormack

Sympathy: It was with great sadness that we learned of the death of one of our greatest supporters, Jimmy Joe Corrigan (Lettergullion & Mill Oaks), during the week. Jimmy Joe supported the Gaels all his life and was also highly influential in starting up ladies football in the parish. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam uasal.