Senior team

Following our exit from the Ulster club campaign, our seniors renew rivalry with Kingscourt on Sunday next at 12 noon in Virginia when the sides meet in the division 1A semi-final. It was interesting to note that Slaughtneil defeated Clontibret by five points in the Ulster club semi-final on Sunday last!

Under-13

Well done to our under-13s who defeated Ballymachugh in the semi-final recently. They now meet Crosserlough in the final on Monday 17 November on the Kingspan Bréifne Park 3G pitch at 8pm. Club members are asked to come out in big numbers to support their team. Well done also to the players and team management for the progress achieved this year. Go néirí go geal leo.

Cavan Gaels Tornadoes

Coaching for the Cavan Gaels Tornadoes, where the emphasis is on fun and involvement, will now take place indoors in St Patrick's College on Saturday mornings from 11-12. Sincere thanks to our dedicated coaches, led by John Fortune, who are introducing these boys and girls to the rudiments of gaelic football in a safe, stimulating, fun-filled environment. Thanks to all the parents who continue to attend and offer their help. New boys and girls always welcome. Any queries about the Tornadoes can be directed to John Fortune 087-6196002. 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 for boys aged 6-12 continues in Terry Coyle Park every Saturday morning at 11am.

Coaching Courses

Any club member who is looking for information on GAA coaching courses can contact Mark Leddy on 087-8596498. Thanks to the large number of club members who have attended coaching courses this year.

AGM

Please note that the AGM of Cavan Gaels will now take place on Sunday 7 December at 4pm in the Farnham Arms Hotel. The date has been changed because of fixtures' congestion. New members welcome.

Terry Coyle Park Development

We are pleased to report that work has started on the development of our facilities in Terry Coyle Park. In connection with this development thanks to all those who have already joined the Friends of Cavan Gaels and in doing so have made an invaluable contribution to our club development plans. We will be encouraging other members, at home or abroad, who have not joined so far to join the Friends of Cavan Gaels.

Camogie Bucket Collection

Thanks to all those who helped with the bucket collection for Cavan Gaels camogie in Cavan town on Saturday last. A word of thanks to those who contributed so generously. Buíochas.

Bingo

Our bingo patrons are asked to note that our bingo continues in the Town Hall on Friday next 21 November at 9pm. Thanks to our bingo patrons for their consistent support. Míle buíochas.

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.

Sympathy

Sympathy is extended to Nola McDermott on the recent death of her mother Nuala O Hanlon, Drumelis. Ar dheis lámh Dé go raibh a hanam uasal.

Fashion Show

Thanks to all those who helped to organise the club's Fashion Show in the Hotel Kilmore recently and to those who attended and supported it. Thanks to our hardworking models, to Sally West, No 5 Menswear, DTI, The Purple Orange, High Style, Becky's Beauty Parlour (Rebecca Brides), the Beauty Therapists from Cavan College, Ann-Noelle Bennett, our outstanding compere, the hairdressers from Cut and Style Hair Salon, Mary Ferncombe, Veale's Pharmacy(club sponsor) for the make-up and hampers and Paul McKiernan who, as on many other club occasions, provided the music. Some of the profits will go to the Parkinson's Association. Buíochas.

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.

The Freecall number of the Samaritans is 116123.

Further information can be obtained on yourmentalhealth.ie

The Mental Health and Wellbeing Committee of Cavan County Board GAA are hosting a talk in the Hotel Kilmore on Wednesday 26 November at 7.30pm. The main speaker is Dr Claire Hayes, a native of Cootehill. This talk will of interest to all our club officers, parents, coaches and players and indeed to all our club members. This event is open to the general public. Please make a note of this date in your diary.

Gamblers'Anonymous

Please not that an information evening with a view to setting up a Gamblers' Anonymous group in County Cavan will tale place on Thursday 27 November at 6.30pm in the Johnston Central Library. Further information on this event can be obtained from Gráinne on 049-4378586 or by email at [email protected]

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.

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