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.