Cavan Gaels

Club Lotto

The latest Cavan Gaels lotto draw was held on Sunday last 17 May in Dunnes Bar. The jackpot was €1200. The numbers drawn were 9, 19, 26, 27. There was no jackpot winner. €20 winners were Mary McKiernan c/o Bingo, Walter and Teresa c/o Maudi's, Patrick Fox c/o Deano, Farnham Hotel, Frank Quinn c/o Gerry Bravender, Robert Maloney-Derham c/o Deano, Farnham Hotel. Next week's jackpot will be €1300 and the draw will take place on Sunday night next 24 May in McMahon's Café Bar. All club members are asked to support the lotto and to arrange that they are in for every lotto draw. Our lotto  can be bought from Crowe's Butchers, Dunne's Bar, Veale's Pharmacy, Cavan Gifts, Maudis, McGinnity's Bar, Slieve Rossa, Luna Bar, Abbey Bar, Smith's Footwear, The Farnham Arms Hotel, Blessing's Bar, McMahon's Bar or from any lotto committee member. There is also a facility for paying a yearly lotto subscription in advance. Information on this and other lotto matters can be obtained from John Smith at 086-6029308.A word of thanks to all those teams who organise our lotto, to all the sellers and especially to all those who have supported our lotto in such great numbers.

Club Sponsor

Club members are asked to remember when shopping that our chief sponsor is Veale's Pharmacy. Thanks to Peter Veale for his generous sponsorship. Buíochas dó.

Bréifne League

Our division one team played out a draw in the Bréifne League against Ballyhaise in Terry Coyle Park on Sunday last. We led by two points at half time but Ballyhaise registered a goal and a point shortly after half time to go into the lead. As the game entered its final moments we were ahead by a point. Ballyhaise equalised from a free with the final kick of the game.

Club Newsletter

The members of the newsletter editorial committee are collating material for the second issue which will appear in a few weeks' time. If you have any relevant material or new ideas for inclusion in the newsletter you can contact Rebecca Neligan at 086-3631433. No story too big, no story too small!! Bail ó Dhia ar an obair.

Race Night

There will be a race night in the Slieve Rossa on Friday 12 June at 8.30pm as part of the fundraising for the Gaels u14s who are travelling to the sunny southeast (Carlow, Kilkenny and Wexford) to take part in the national Féile Peile na nÓg from 26-28 June. Please support.

U14

Our u14s had a facile away victory over Ramor United on Thursday last.

Health and Wellbeing

Members are asked to note that Brian Galligan and J.J. Reilly are the club contacts in relation to health and wellbeing matters. Information on this important area can be accessed at aware.ie and yourmentalhealth.ie The number for the Samaritans is 1850 60 90 90. Remember it's ok to say you're not ok. It's good to talk.

Ulster Championship

It's championship time of year again! Best of luck to the Cavan team who take on Monaghan in Kingspan Bréifne Park on Sunday next and to our players Martin Dunne, Niall Murray and Mickey Lyng. Go néirí leo.

Wedding Bells

Congratulations and best wishes to Pauric and Méabh Smith and to Eamonn and Marie Reilly who were married recently. Both have played with distinction and success for Cavan Gaels at under-age and senior levels. Comhghairdeas.

Camogie

Congratulations to our u13 camogie team who registered their first victory last week against Drumgoon. Keep up the good work. Well done to players and management. Tosach maith leath na hoibre.

Jim McDonnell's 80th birthday

Congratulations to Jim McDonnell who celebrated his 80th birthday in the Meadow View on Friday evening last. Jim has a long and fruitful association with Cavan Gaels. As captain he led the club to its first senior championship title in 1965. He was club chairman in 1968 and 1969 and has remained a strong club supporter since. Go maire tú an céad.

Bingo

Our bingo supporters are asked to note that our bingo on Friday next 22 May will again take place in the Farnham Arms Hotel carvery at 9pm. Thanks to our bingo patrons for their consistent support and to all our stewards. Our club lotto is on sale at bingo every Friday night.

Golf Classic

Golfers within the club are asked to note that our annual golf classic will take place in County Cavan Golf Club on Friday 10 July. Teams of 4 €160, tee sponsorship €50. If you have a team for this event or want to help out in any way please contact Joe Johnston or J.J. Reilly. It is hoped that many of those who played in our classic in the past will again take part this year. This year's golf classic is again kindly sponsored by Donal Keogan, The Imperial Lounge. Buíochas dó.

Club Merchandise

Our club merchandise is now available online through O Neills with a wide selection in all sizes. Follow the link oneills.com and have a look at the Cavan Gaels section on the O Neills online store.

Mission Bootcamp

Mission Bootcamp started in the Studio on Tuesday 5 May. Circuits are on Tuesdays and Thursdays while the dangercise takes place on Mondays and Wednesdays. Further information is available at 086-3567011 or you can visit the Mission Bootcamp facebook page.

Club Presentations

Members are asked to note that Cavan Gaels are holding a series of presentations in the Hotel Kilmore later in the year. Presentations will be made to the victorious u21 and senior championship panels, to married couples and to our first championship winning team of 1965.

Terry Coyle Park Development/Friends of Cavan Gaels

Work is well advanced on our new development in Terry Coyle Park. Our new shop and turnstiles are already in operation. Thanks to all those who have already supported our development through becoming Friends of Cavan Gaels. The money from this source along with our Sports' Capital Grant has enabled us to proceed with the building. We urge others who have not joined so far to consider signing up in the knowledge that, by so doing, they will be making a significant contribution, not only to the Terry Coyle Park development, but to the long term development of our young boys and girls.

Camogie

Coaching for our under-age camogie players takes place on Wednesday evenings in Terry Coyle Park from 6.15-7.15. Please note change of venue and day of training. Participants are asked to bring a water bottle and shin guards.

Tornadoes

The gaelic football training for 4-6 year olds continues in Terry Coyle Park on Saturday mornings from 11am-12 noon. New players are very welcome. For further information on the Tornadoes please contact John Fortune 087-6196002, Sean Fitzsimons 087-2051034 or Cian Donohoe 086-1295963.

Under-Age coaching for boys and girls

Coaching for boys from 6-12 takes place on Saturdays in Terry Coyle Park at the following times: u8: 11am-12.30; u10: 11am-12.30;  u12 : 11am-12.30. Coaching for girls is on Tuesdays at 6.30pm and on Saturday mornings at 10am.For more information on coaching please contact Mark Leddy on 087-8596498.

Summer Camp

Cavan Gaels are organising a Summer GAA Camp this year. At this camp young people can play football, camogie and rounders in a safe and fun-filled environment. Parents are asked to take note that this camp is taking place. Further details will be given later.

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