Division 1A

Our seniors, fresh from last week's victory against Ballinagh in the senior league, had an away encounter with Lacken on Sunday last. This was a game dominated by a strong wind. High scoring was the order of the day with Cavan Gaels emerging winners by seven points having been behind by seven at half time. As a result of these two victories we have secured a semi-final spot. Well done to all concerned.

Ulster Club

Our seniors have an away game against the Derry champions Robert Emmetts GAC  Slaughtneil in the Ulster club championship on Sunday November 9. When we won the St Paul's minor tournament in 1999 we defeated Slaughtneil, managed then by Dermot McNicholl, in the final. Patsy Bradley, current Slaughtneil midfielder,  played at midfield for his club in 1999 and his direct opponent that day was Dominic Reilly, current Cavan Gaels midfielder. Best of luck to our players and management as they prepare for their Ulster campaign. Ní neart go cur le chéile. Is ar scáth a chéile a mhaireann na daoine.

Coaching Courses

Please take note of the following coaching courses in Kingspan Bréifne Park: Foundation Level Saturday 8 November; Level 1 Child and/or Youth Adult Saturday 15 and 22 November. As many people as possible are encouraged to take these courses. Further details can be obtained from Mark Leddy  087-8596498.

Fashion Show

Cavan Gaels are running a Fashion Show in the Hotel Kilmore on Friday 7 November at 8pm. Members are asked to support this venture and have an enjoyable night out. This club fundraiser will donate a sum to the Parkinson's Association. Tickets are €10 each and are available from Smith's Footwear, The Slieve Rossa and the models who are taking part. Well done to the organisers for all their hard work. Go néirí an tadh leo.

AGM

Please note that the AGM of Cavan Gaels will take place on Saturday 22 November in the Farnham Arms Hotel at 7pm. Any nominations or motions must be received by 1 November 2014. These are to be posted to Cavan Gaels Club Secretary, 26 The Beeches, Drumgola Wood, Cavan. Official nomination forms are available from the club secretary.

Bingo

Our bingo patrons are asked to note that our bingo will be held in the Town Hall on Friday next 31 October at 9pm. Thanks to our bingo patrons for their consistent support. Míle buíochas.

Mission Trimpossible

Get into shape and support Cavan Gaels by taking part in the next six week challenge which commences in the Studio, Dublin Road, Cavan on Monday 3 November. Enrolment takes place on Thursday 30 October at 5 and 6.30pm. There will also be an opportunity to enrol at lunchtime on that day between 12.30 and 1.15. Please note that places are limited. The total cost is €80 up front(student rate €60) or €15 per week. For more information contact 086-3227466.

Mental Health

The HSE has launched a new mental health initiative called Little Things. It has a five point plan for good mental health which includes advice on keeping active, talking about your problems, looking out for others and drinking less alcohol. Alan O Mara, Cavan GAA player, has urged people to get involved with this initiative. On the same subject the GAA has developed a pack called Play in my Boots in partnership with St Patrick's Mental Health Foundation which is aimed at all who play sport. This pack can be downloaded from the website gaa.ie  People are reminded that there are many resources available dealing with mental health. Use them if you feel the need to. Help is always available. Let's take the stigma out of the subject of mental health. It's ok to say you're not ok.

John Fee Night

The life of the late John Fee will be commemorated at a function in the Slieve Rossa on Saturday 22 November with the High Stool Prophets providing the music. John passed away ten years ago on 22 November.

Scór na nÓg

Those representing Cavan Gaels in this year's Scór na nÓg are busy preparing for the competition. We are participating on Sunday 16 November. Go neirí an tádh leo.

Willie Doonan Play

Well-known Bailieboro playwright Pauric McIntyre is working on a new play whose subject is the legendary Cavan county, Cavan Harps and Cavan Slashers player Willie Doonan. Willie, on his return from England, was also involved with Cavan Gaels in a managerial capacity. Any information on Willie's life which might merit inclusion in the play can be forwarded to J.J. Reilly 086-1005303.

Cavan Gaels Tornadoes

Coaching for the Cavan Gaels Tornadoes, where the emphasis is on having fun, continues in Terry Coyle Park on Saturday next at 11am. Thanks to all those who have helped in any way with the launch of the Cavan Gaels Tornadoes. A particular word of thanks to all the coaches who turned up at the launch and who have continued to do so on Saturday mornings from 11.00-12 noon. Thanks also to all the parents who continue to attend and offer their help. New boys and girls always welcome. Rud an-thábhachtach é go mbeimid ábalta freastal ar an óige i gcónai agus go luífidh baill an chluib isteach ar an obair bhunúsach seo.

Under-Age Coaching

Under-age coaching up to the age of twelve takes place in Terry Coyle Park every Saturday morning at 11am.

Sports' Capital Grant

Cavan Gaels has been awarded €110.000 in the latest Sports' Capital Grant scheme. We thank all those who in any way contributed to the application or helped in any way to expedite the granting of this money. Thanks to all those who have already joined the Friends of Cavan Gaels and in doing so have made a very important contribution to our club's development plans. We would encourage those members, at home and abroad, who have not joined so far, to consider joining the Friends of Cavan Gaels. We are glad to report that work has commenced on this project.

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