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Bailieboro
2008	A senior club in everything but name 2008 marks Padraig Sheridan's third year as Secretary of Bailieboro Shamrocks but there's still no sign of the honeymoon period coming to a close.
2007	Shamrocks determined to get lucky again Bailieboro Shamrocks were fancied to make a speedy return to senior league and championship ranks in 2006 but it didn't happen. Kevin Carney asks three leading club officials what went wrong.
2006	Rebuilding process The once powerful Gaelic football force that was Bailieborough Shamrocks G.F.C. has now found itself banished from the vaunted halls of the premier grades to face the test of trying to reinvent itself as a power through the ranks of the intermediate zone.
2005	Reached Quarter-Final, but Denn ... Bailieboro qualified for the knockout stage of the Cavan SFC again in 2004, but that was as far as they got. However, even though the injury-ravaged Shamrocks misfired in their clash with Denn, they gave a favourable account of themselves in the group stage of the Breffni County's blue riband contest.
2004	A love affair continued Bailieboro Shamrocks' romance with the Under 12 Roinn A Championship continues unabated. 2003 saw the prized silverware return to the east Cavan town.
2003	Stocking up the trophy cabinet It's always nice to be 'in the chair' when silverware is brought home - as was the case with Bailieboro's outgoing chairman Philip McDonald last year.
2002	Red Alert The Bailieboro Shamrocks haven't enjoyed the most fruitful of times on the underage front in recent times. However success at Under 12 Roinn A level in 2001 suggests there is rich potential on hand to be tapped into. Kevin Carney reports.

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Ballinagh
2008	Ballinagh are Ulster's finest Not content with bagging their first Cavan IFC title in 15 years, the boys from Ballinagh beat the best of the rest in Ulster to land an historic intermediate double.
2007	Ballinagh stay the course Knocked out at the final hurdle in the IFC, Ballinagh showed true grit to secure the ACFL Division One title.
2006	Coming on strong With some exceptional talent coming through, Ballinagh appear to be on the cusp of something big. They moved up to Division One in '05 and also claimed the Division Two minor football league. Paul Galligan, who played on the first-mentioned team and trained the latter, hopes the Saffrons can continue to gather momentum in 2006
2005	Interesting developments There are some interesting developments taking place in Ballinagh at the moment , 'Breffni Blue 2005' caught up with club chairman Jim Smith and his committee to discuss the astonishing progress being made by the club.
2004	A star in the making In 2003, young Ballinagh footballer Padraic O'Reilly embellished his growing reputation as one of the Breffni County's most prodigious talents. The gifted defender had a wonderful season with club, college, county and country! As Gerry Robinson reports, Padraic is no longer one for the future ... he's very much a player of the present era too!
2003	Ballinagh beat the band Ballinagh's profile at minor level continues to rise unabated. Last August, they scooped their second minor title in as many years.
2002	Ballinagh's Brian Ballinagh may have underperformed in the eyes of many at intermediate level in 2001 but, nonetheless, being able to exhibit two cups at their AGM suggests progress is being made. Here, outgoing selector Brian Gumley reflects on the year just gone by with Kevin Carney

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Ballyhaise
2008	Ballyhaise youth approach paying dividends The 2007 season was one that was plagued with injury and loss of players through emigration, which set the senior team on a roller-coaster ride that drew them deep into the relegation zone for most of the year says secretary Mark O'Rourke.
2007	Ballyhaise optimistic According to Ballyhaise G.F.C. club secretary, Mark O'Rourke, things went pretty well for 2006.
2006	Ballyhaise showing promise Having been promoted to the Division 1 of the Cavan senior football league last season, Ballyhaise, under the management of Phelim Plunkett, acquitted themselves well for their first season in the premier division.
2005	Busy in Ballyhaise Ballyhaise approached the 2004 football season with renewed vigour and hopeful ambition of promotion back into the top strand of football in Division One. The club had managed to entice back the services of manager, Phelim Plunkett, who had proved his ability with neighbours, Butlersbridge. By Tony Dunne.
2004	Minor magic In a year which began with great expectations, Ballyhaise once again failed to make progress in their respective league and championship divisions and while they produced some outstanding performances they will have been disappointed with their campaign.
2003	The best of Ballyhaise Ballyhaise's underage pedigree was suitably embellished in 2002 when the club's under 16s beat the best of the rest in Division Two. Team-manager John Farrelly reflects with Kevin Carney on how the cup was won.
2002	Rehill remembers After fourteen years as chairman of Ballyhaise, Sean Rehill stood down at the end of last year after what he himself described as a thoroughly enjoyable voyage through the annals of the Gaelic Athletic Association in the parish, writes Tony Dunne.

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Ballymachugh
2008	Brendan's voyage 2007 was a year of firsts for Ballymachugh stalwart Brendan Sweeney. Chances are that '08 will continue to see his star rise in the world of Gaelic games.
2007	Recalling fond memories The good people of Ballymachugh GAA are renowned for their foresight. Club chairman Tony Tierney is rightly proud of what the local gaels have achieved
2006	Taste of success A poor start to the 2005 football season ended on a note of hope as the Ballymachugh footballers, began to put together a string of victories which enabled them to salvage what looked like a dismal season into what should be a much brighter future.
2005	Life of Brian Despite being only 27, Brian Donohoe is one of the veterans of the Ballymachugh football team. In 2005 he'll carry a fair bit of the responsibility as his club seeks to make it back into senior ranks
2004	Pushing the boat out Against all the odds, Ballymachugh retained their senior championship status in 2003. Their highly-rated defender Liam Donohoe was at the heart of the club's success in that respect.
2003	A time to rebuild Ballymachugh will be rebuilding during the forthcoming season. Selector and club stalwart Sean Briody is confident that the club can thrive in the face of adversity by enticing a number of players back into the fold...
2002	Don't look back in anger Club Chairman Dan O'Reilly vows not to dwell upon what proved a largely frustrating season for Ballymachugh but instead to look forward with optimism to the joys that 2002 promises.

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Belturbet
2008	Belturbet's safe pair of hands When you hear football games recounted by enthusiastic fans, we are reminded of the great goals scored, the wonderful fielding of the midfielders, the commitment and tenacity of defenders. Rarely are we informed of the wonderful work carried out by the lone and solitary member of the team, the goalkeeper, who is usually only remembered for his mistakes.
2007	Harmonious changing the guard There's been a raft of new faces at officer level in recent days at Belturbet GAA but Benny Corby has been a fixture for many years now. Kevin Carney reports.
2006	Both adult teams reach knockout stages In what could only be described as a topsy turvey season in 2005, Belturbet Rory O'Moores will look back with some satisfaction on the progress that was made at underage and junior levels.
2005	New chapter in life of Liam Liam McCabe's election as Secretary of Cavan GAA County Board at the 2004 County Convention opens up a whole new chapter in the life of the Belturbet clubman. Kevin Carney reports.
2004	Gallant effort Due to circumstances beyond their control, Belturbet weren't firing on all cylinders for their crucial 2003 senior football championship quarter-final meeting with Cavan Gaels. In spite of this, the Rory O'Moores almost pulled off a famous victory before falling marginally short on the wrong end of a 1-10 to 0-10 scoreline.
2003	Maroon, white and winners all Belturbet's underage pedigree is well renowned. Their Under 13 title triumph in 2002 served to underpin the tradition. Kevin Carney reports
2002	Laying down the Law(lor) A dark horse in this year's blue riband senior fare? Try Belturbet for starters. Former star player turned selector Barry Lawlor isn't promising anything but he reckons the club should at least make more of an impression than it did in 2001.

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Butlersbridge
2008	A bridge to far this time Butlersbridge can look back on the 2007 season as one of what might have been. A tantalising two points halted their promotion efforts as they were pipped by the divisional favourites Cavan Gaels and a resurgent Killeshandra Leaguers.
2007	Building the 'bridge Andrew Boylan has been at the coalface of affairs at Butlersbridge GAA for more years than most club members can remember. However he has re-positioned himself for the coming year. Kevin Carney reports
2006	'Bridge looking to new season After experiencing the highs of 2004, Butlersbridge had to suffer a season of turmoil as they watched a ravaged and depleted side slip back from their recently promoted position in Division 2 down to Division 3 of the Cavan ACFL.
2005	Cup comes home (again) Last September Butlersbridge claimed their fourth county junior football championship title. Here's how they added to their last such success in 2002.
2004	If the award fitz ... Micheal Fitzpatrick has been one of the most consistent scoregetters in Cavan for the last four years or thereabouts. It came as no surprise then when he was honoured as the 2002 Junior Player of the Year.
2003	The 'Bridge Boys come good The old adage 'if you don't succeed . . .' certainly rang true for Butlersbridge in 2002. And no one was more thrilled than the team's most experienced player. Kevin Carney reports
2002	Bridging gaps If Butlersbridge succeed in winning the 2002 Cavan Junior Football Championship, it's doubtful whether even their keenest rivals will begrudge them their passage through to the Elysian Fields. Kevin Carney talks to club chairman Paul Henry about the way forward for the 'bridge.

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Castlerahan
2008	Back to back under 21 titles This coming Autumn, Castlerahan will be gunning for a hat-trick of U21 FC titles. In 2007 they proved themselves to be a class apart once again.
2007	Under 21 win bodes well Castlerahan is racing up along the rails as teams jockey for pole position among their peers at senior level. The club's 2006 Under 21 Division One championship success hints at bigger things to come from the maroon and whites.
2006	Historic Minor title win Castlerahan's minor footballers created their own piece of history when they won the Cavan Minor A football championship for the first time as they accounted for neighbours, Crosserlough 0-8 to 0-3 at Kingspan Breffni Park.
2005	The good and the bad What to make of Castlerahan's year in 2004? Irish Officer Paddy McInerney says it had a bit of the curate's egg look about it
2004	Adopted son For a Laois man, Pat Fitzpatrick doesn't half exude a passion for football in his adopted county of Cavan and, in particular, around Bally'duff. Kevin Carney reports.
2003	First year senior It certainly was a successful 2002 for Castlerahan GFC. They took part in the senior football championship for the first time ever and held their own in the Breffni County's premier competition. With that under their belt, they'll be even better positioned to make an impression in the coming season.
2002	What a year! What a year for Castlerahan Gaelic Football Club! And who would have guessed that by the time the shutters were brought down on 2001, the maroon and whites would be the kingpins of junior championship football and the best around in division three of the All County Football League. Here's how they steamrolled the best of the rest into submission.

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Cavan Gaels
2008	Deja vu as Gaels blow rest aside Cavan Gaels are the undisputed bluebloods of football in the Breffni County. As is their wont, the county town outfit once again dominated a raft of domestic competitions in '07.
2007	Minors and Division 3 team continue tradition In what can only be described as a tough season for Cavan Gaels, the county kingpins relinquished their senior championship title to a determined Mullahoran while newcomers on the 'block', Ballinagh, ended any hopes of salvaging their season when they accounted for the league champions in the semi-final. By Tony Dunne.
2006	Still the dominant force Cornafean, Mullahoran, Crosserlough, Kingscourt. Great teams who have dismantled the senior grade at various times over the past century. Without a doubt Cavan Gaels can join this elite group.
2005	Raising the bar 2004 was a truly historic, unique season of football for Cavan Gaels as they notched up nine county titles at all levels; among them the senior championship and senior league titles
2004	'Finals' year for town club Contesting any final in a year is sufficient pride and achievement for most clubs, but to contest every final in the county from U-14, 16, 18, 21, junior and senior (a total of eight in all), is a message of such strong proportions that all other clubs in the Breffni area will have noticed with awe and some trepidation. By Tony Dunne.
2003	A season of so much promise ends in disappointment At the conclusion of the 2001 football season in the Breffni county, the Cavan Gaels club and their supporters were on a high, having created something of a record by winning five major competitions in the county. They had regained the status of leading senior club in the county by annexing the senior football championship title - the first time since back in 1978, the senior league title (Division 1) - the second in a row; the under-21 championship title (Division 1) also two-in-a -row; the minor 'A' championship title and league 'double' - their fourth minor title on the trot, and to add to this they retained the "Club of the Year'' title for the second year in succession. By PJ Carroll So near, and yet so far! At U-14 level, the Cavan Gaels club had their best season in league competition for some years. Minors come good in the championship At the start of the football season it did not seem at all likely that the Cavan Gaels minors would experience the excitement or joy of winning any title in 2002.
2002	True Blues 2001 was inarguably the most successful year ever in the history of the Cavan Gaels club. The annexation of the Senior Football Championship title for the first time since 1978 put the tin hat on an incredible season which saw a multitude of silverware take up residence in the county town. Here is a sample of what the Gaels' ongoing success means to five of the club's better known stalwarts. Words: Kevin Carney

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Cootehill
2008	All the president's men Sean Shields' election as President of Cootehill Celtic GAA fairly recognised his 40 years-plus service to the club as an administrator
2007	'There's more in the tank' - McMullen Ray McMullen was a member of the triumvirate that helped deliver promotion from ACFL Division Three for Cootehill last year. He's hopeful that the hoops can embellish their work in 2006 over the coming months.
2006	Hoping to rebound with interest Glen Nulty was the captain of Cootehill Celtic senior football team in 2005. Here he painfully recalls the disappointment of a year marred by relegation
2005	Celts hoop it up Cootehill Celtic don't quite boast the sort of winning underage pedigree that club stalwarts would like. However things are changing as evidenced by events in 2004. Kevin Carney reports.
2004	Happy days again for the Hoops! Eleven barren years at underage level had taken its toll on morale and confidence within the ranks of Cootehill Celtic GAA. But then last October came the breakthrough as juvenile club chairperson Bernie Walsh happily recalls. Kevin Carney reports
2003	One for the future Young Cootehill defender Ciaran McBreen was a revelation for the Celts in 2002. The former poacher turned gamekeeper suggests that the fact that he's been enjoying his football more of late has been the key. Kevin Carney reports
2002	Sherlock at home In an era in which top-notch forwards are almost as rare as sightings of the corncrake, former Cootehill Celtic marksman Brian Sherlock reflects on his career with club and county. Words: Kevin Carney.

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Corlough
2008	State of the art facilities in west Cavan Nestled among the slopes of West Cavan, a virtual oasis of Gaelic football is neatly etched out in the tranquil vista of rolling hills in one of the county's most scenic locations, as a testimony to the belief, pride and enthusiasm of the people of Corlough.
2007	Corlough's drive to the future At the end of any season, there can only be handful of winners. The joy, elation and short-term feel good factor that surrounds the winners' enclosure is nothing if not ephemeral. While it is what all clubs aspire to, quite a few ever make it. When you look at the West Cavan club of Corlough you will find that they have fitted into the second part of this equation. Therein lies the core of what really makes the GAA tick.
2006	On the right track Corlough didn't light up the football scene in Cavan in 2005 but, as committed clubman David McGovern explains, the green and whites are on the right track
2005	Eoghan up to his faith Eoghan Doonan has been one of Corlough's most loyal and faithful footballers over the years. The 38-year old hopes to end his career with a bang in 2005
2004	Always a mountain to climb Corlough GAA has always been more about quality rather than quantity. And as a new season approaches, local mentor Aidan Cassidy is convinced that the white and greens' will show their quality at junior level in the months ahead.
2003	Corlough's bandwagon rolls on Well-known Corlough underage mentor Michael McGovern helped steer his club's Under 13 charges to double success in 2002.
2002	Corlough to the core The twin ravages of emigration and economic hardship have served to help thwart the ambitions of the gaels of Corlough for many years. Now though the green and whites are on the crest of a wave as confirmed by club treasurer Hugh McManus and epitomised by the club's ongoing ground development work.

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Cornafean
2008	Cornafean's early form fails to gain promotion At the outset of the 2007, Cornafean's aim of gaining promotion looked to be on target as in the opening eight games the club registered six wins and one draw to put them comfortably in pole position.
2007	McGibney scors All Ireland success at fourth attempt Saturday 22nd April will be always be a red letter day in the life of Cornafean's Michael McGibney, who captured the 2006 Scor All Ireland Recitation title at the national finals which were held in the Gleneagle Hotel, Killarney, Co. Kerry.
2006	Corn' on the job Cornafean are working hard at developing underage talent and their juveniles enjoyed another reasonably productive year in 2005, both in their own right and amalgamated with Killeshandra as part of the Parnells combination. Despite operating from a relatively small catchment area, the club boasts plenty of exciting young emerging talent.
2005	Geared to rebound Relegation was the operative word in Cornafean at the tail end of 2004. But the Reds' Chairman PJ McGlade believes the coming season offers much hope of redemption. Words: Kevin Carney
2004	The art of scoring Art McSeain has been one of the most consistent marksmen in Cavan club circles for the most part of ten years now. But last year wasn't one he has cause to remember with any fondness
2003	Cornafean held their own All in all, 2002 was quite a successful year for Cornafean. By retaining their intermediate championship status, the club also assured itself of a place in division two for the forthcoming season. With significant progress being made off the field as well, there's every reason to be looking forward to 2003 with confidence.
2002	Rich tradition Few clubs can sport the sort of football tradition or pedigree as that boasted by Cornafean. With their 2000 JFC title success fast becoming a distant memory, Phil Cullen is determined that silverware will make a re-appearance among the Reds before the coming year is spent.

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Crosserlough
2008	A lucky break and the big time beckons again While the football star of the once mighty Crosserlough has been dimmed over the past few decades there is little doubt that the pride and passion associated with the historic 'seven-in-a-row' is alive and well in the club. An even break, a bit of luck on the playing field is all that it would take to rekindle the winning fortunes of this proud Cavan football club.
2007	Not quite rosy for black and ambers in '06 Crosserlough reached the play-off stages of a lot of competitions in 2006 without actually hitting the jackpot. But the club's day will surely come
2006	That handicap of former exploits It is difficult to mention Crosserlough football club without recalling their magnificent, seven in a row, S.F.C. successes back in the mid sixties to the early seventies.
2005	Calling up the reserves Crosserlough GAA is one of less than a handful of clubs in Cavan who can boast three adult football teams. Breen Smith was joint manager of the Black and Ambers' third team that captured a league and championship double in '04
2004	Wonder kids Crosserlough left their best wine 'till last to leave the best of the rest punch drunk in the 2003 Under 13 Roinn A Championship. Team-mentor Sean Cusack recalls the black and ambers' win with Kevin Carney.
2003	Still going strong For more years than your average gael in Cavan can remember, Crosserlough's Pauric Lynch has been starring for the black and ambers. Last year he collected yet another medal for his troubles.
2002	'P' is for pride and passion Crosserlough have been in the doldrums for the past few years - far from the halcyon days between 1966 and 1972 when they reigned supreme as Cavan kingpins. Team Manager 'P' Cahill, a stalwart player from that era, is happy to report that the tide is changing, writes John Loughran.

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Cuchulainns
2008	In youth we trust With their place in the top flight of Cavan football assured for 2008, Cuchullain's young team has much to look forward to.
2007	Cuchullains' young squad can deliver In an area that has always held football dear to its heart and over the years has provided Cavan with some of its most illustrious county football talent, the present crop of Cuchullains' footballers can in the estimation of club PRO Jimmy Reilly provide something special in the future.
2006	Cuchullains' magical week They say a week is a long time in politics, but for East Cavan unit, Cuchullains G.F.C. the week of October second to ninth will long be remembered in the annals of the club's history as they recorded two great football championship wins.
2005	True grit Losing out, after a replay, in the IFC semi-final to the champions-elect would have knocked the stuffing out of most teams. But not Cuchulainns. With great gusto, the Cross-Mullagh lads bounced back to win the ACFL Division Two title less than eight weeks later.
2004	Young guns went for it Cuchulainns invested a tremendous effort at underage level in 2003 and received their just rewards in the shape of silverware at U14 and U16 levels. We speak to Fergal Kenny, Sean Smith and Martin Lynch, the trio who guided the Cross/Mullagh club's juvenile surge in '03.
2003	A touch of Gene-ius Gene McCabe was a star player on the great Mullagh team of the early 'fifties. The tenacious full back enjoyed an illustrious career, and had represented Cavan at all levels before his eighteenth birthday. A contemporary of such legends as The Gunner Brady, Paddy and Edwin Carolan, and renowned thespian TP McKenna, Gene will forever be remembered as one of Mullagh's favourite sons.
2002	A man for all seasons When Bank of Ireland embarked on their ask-not-what-your-county-can-do-for-you-ask-what-you-can-do-for-your-county promotional campaign for the football championship, they should have enlisted Cuchullains' Shane O'Reilly to star in the accompanying tv ads. Shane's the archetypal gaelic games man and, at 21, has already proven himself a tremendous servant to Breffni County GAA.

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Denn
2008	Denn are aware of the talent on their hands A mid-table finish in the league and a battle for survival in the championship was not what was expected of Denn in 2007. For a club blessed with so many talented players, it is of little comfort to all involved - players, officials and spectators - that they have not achieved what they promise.
2007	And Denn there were three A hat-trick of underage titles in 2006 gave Denn GAA a right rosy hue. Here's a summary of all three triumphs
2006	Denn hoping to regain that winning formula Denn, who had proved to be the form team in Cavan over the past two seasons, were expected to make a serious impact at senior level last summer after having reached the league final and championship semi-finals in 2004.
2005	So, so near Denn destroyed a lot of teams in league and championship fare in 2004. The glittering prizes eluded them though as Kevin Carney recalls.
2004	At long last Denn - 2003 Intermediate Championship winners. The mass ranks of maroon and white must surely still be pinching themselves after seeing their infamous losing sequence come to an end. Kevin Carney reports.
2003	And Denn there was the league Denn missed out on the intermediate championship last year but later garnered the division two league title. Consolation or what?
2002	Denn of activity It was a busy year for Denn, although the ultimate objectives of promotion to Division One and intermediate championship success eluded them completely. However, they did enjoy a degree of success at under 16 and reserve level and it's clear that if the maroon-and-whites can get back on track next year, they could emerge once more as a force to be reckoned with.

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Drumalee
2008	Drumalee show real character in 2007 After the dizzy successes of 2006, the football season of 2007 was always going to be a trial for the Cavan town based club Drumalee, fresh from their victory in the Intermediate championship, were embarking on a new crusade as they took on the cream of the county in the senior football championship.
2007	'If at first you don't succeed ... Being beaten in one IFC final would be considered unfortunate but losing out in a second successive one would be sheer careless. In 2006 Drumalee's finest were more than careful.
2006	Final day heartbreak At the start of the 2005, not many would have given Drumalee a chance of making it through to the Intermediate Championship final where they met Cuchullains. Sporting a young side, new manager, Gerry O'Rourke worked on their confidence, ability and determination to mould together one of the strongest sides in the Intermediate grade. While most would have fancied Ballinagh and Ballyhaise to be serious championship contenders, it was the youthful Drumalee outfit that ended the aspirations of both clubs.
2005	Coming good second time around These days, Drumalee are seldom out of the silverware and 2004 was no exception. Always a club with pretensions on lifting at least one trophy per year, victory in the ACFL Division 2A league saw that goal duly achieved.
2004	Extra special Drumalee GAA has enjoyed a high-profile at underage level for quite a while now. But 2003 brought something extra-special!
2003	Lilywhites not so green anymore Drumalee may have been down over the last couple of decades and more at adult level but they were never out. In 2002, the Lilywhites posted notice that they have a group of players on board now who have the tenacity as well as the talent to be successful. Kevin Carney reports
2002	Proud to be a PRO On the face of it, these may seem rather difficult days for the Drumalee club but, according to long-serving PRO MichŽal Fitzpatrick, the Lilywhites can avail of a window of opportunity to make the future much much brighter. Kevin Carney reports

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Drumgoon
2008	Crosson over to better times? Barry Crosson is one of Drumgoon Eire Og's stalwarts on and off the field of play. He's looking forward to better times for the club in '08.
2007	Leading by example Patrick Moynagh is the new chairman of Drumgoon Eire Og GAA. He's determined to help his club regain past glories.
2006	Hannon's star continues to rise For the last five years Michael Hannon has been one of Drumgoon and Cavan's leading lights but 2006 could see him shining even more
2005	No let-up In 2004, Drumgoon contested the quarter-final stage of the SFC for the second successive year. This is a remarkable achievement considering that they only captured the county junior championship for the first time as recently as 2001. The rise and rise of Drumgoon has been a joy to behold and countyman Edward Jackson is adamant that the progress can continue. Unabated. Words: Gerry Robinson
2004	Fannin the flames There are not many footballers who operate in Cavan club football circles who have the capacity to both excite fans and frighten opponents in any given match. Drumgoon's Mister Versatile Keith Fannin is, thankfully, an exception to the rule. Kevin Carney reports.
2003	Drumgoon's winning habit Drumgoon captured their first ever Cavan intermediate championship title last Autumn. Kevin Carney reviews their historic campaign.
2002	Mission accomplished! Drumgoon GFC was the recipient of a major sympathy vote from the clubs of the county following their dramatic defeat in the 2000 JFC final. In many ways justice was done last autumn when the yellow and blues made history in finally hitting the jackpot. Kevin Carney reports.

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Drumlane
2008	Positive approach to reap its reward The rise and fall of Drumlane G.F.C. to and from the top flight of Cavan football is not all negative. The wise heads at the club have taken a pragmatic view of what was a difficult sojourn in Division 1.
2007	Historic year Named after one of Ireland's most prominent political figures in Irish history, Daniel O'Connell. Drumlane Sons of O'Connell, followed in the great man's tradition and created their own piece of history in 2006. By Tony Dunne.
2006	Green and white all over Drumlane clubman Brian Seagrave wears lots of hats, on and off the field of play, but he never fails to show his true colours.
2005	Sons of their fathers Drumlane Sons of O'Connell used to be the poor relation of Cavan football. Not any more as their major minor victory in 2004 further testifies
2004	A real son of O Connells Kevin Fay has been beavering away at the coalface of GAA affairs in Drumlane for long enough to remember the bad old days. Kevin Carney reports.
2003	Drumming the message home Massaging and developing Drumlane's production line of underage talent has concentrated the mind of Drumlane's Paul Fitzpatrick for the guts of a decade now.
2002	Smith(en) by Drumlane Drumlane GFC has undergone quite a metamorphosis over the last decade. From being almost at death's bed, the patient is very much alive and kicking and aiming to continue to mark its renaissance with some much prized silverware as club stalwart Dermot Smith confirms.

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Drung
2008	Back to the future In 1980, Drung's premier team won the JFC with current club Chairman Patsy Fitzpatrick on board. ÒFitzÓ says the club's finest can lift morale with a repeat win next autumn
2007	The day JJ hung up his books After 17 years as Treasurer, Drung stalwart JJ Fay has decided to become a backbencher for the next 12 months at least. Kevin Carney reports.
2006	When the glass is half-full 2005 didn't deliver what the doctor ordered for Drung but club Secretary Padraig Cusack says the talent is available to turn things around.
2005	Desperately seeking Dame Fortune Drung have been labelled as the great underachievers at intermediate level. But is that moniker justified? Kevin Carney looks back on the hand 2004 dealt them.
2004	A new beginning? Has the Drung club turned the corner at adult level? After the club's Division Two Reserve League title success last winter, seasoned campaigner Finbar Crowe firmly believes so.
2003	Drung and orderly The year gone by marked the end of Paddy Marron's four-year tenure as chairman of Drung GFC. The club came along in leaps and bounds during Paddy's stint at the helm and they have every reason to approach forthcoming campaigns with optimism.
2002	Third time lucky? Jimmy Reilly played on the last Drung team to win an adult football championship title when he helped the club lift the JFC crown in 1980. Like many another club stalwart, he was bitterly disappointed to see his colleagues fall at the final hurdle yet again in the IFC last autumn. Kevin Carney reports

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Gowna
2008	Infusion of new blood vital While some pundits in Cavan football circles were already writing the epitaph to this great footballing club, the men of Gowna were quietly infusing their team with a set of youthful players that was to serve notice to all involved in football in Cavan.
2007	Winning enclosure When you mention Gowna in football parlance, the image that immediately springs to mind is that of winners. For over a decade, the Gowna club dominated senior football in Cavan producing some of the Breffni County's best inter-counties players for many a season. By Tony Dunne.
2006	Talking up Gowna Gowna are on the way back. That's according to club stalwart Gerry Brady who says he won't be surprised if the men from the Lough scoop the 2006 Cavan SFC title.
2005	Two-year famine Shock. Horror. Gowna have gone two years without winning the Cavan senior football championship! While this slight aberration would hardly worry most clubs in the Breffni County, it's nevertheless a source of frustration for one as accustomed to success as the Green & Reds have been in recent times.
2004	Not just a football club For those who are involved in football, whether it be directly with club or county, or as a supporter, there is is one common word constantly used to describe what is needed to achieve success, and that is the word passion.
2003	Double proves the doubters wrong 2002 saw Gowna upset the odds and clinch a senior championship and league double. Chairman Philip O'Reilly was suitably enamoured by how things went. Kevin Carney reports
2002	No panic Despite losing their senior championship crown last Summer, there's no sign of anyone in Gowna making a dash to strike the panic button. Those privy to what made Gowna great in the nineties are determined to see the club bounce back sooner rather than later. Here, Kevin Carney talks to club stalwart Phil O'Reilly.

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Kildallan
2008	Kildallan end season on high note The 2007 season will provide the Gaels of Kildallan with joy, satisfaction and a great deal of hope for the future. Winning the Division 6 league title earned this group of players their own piece of club history.
2007	Kildallan's positive outlook for 2007 While success on the playing fields of Cavan have not overawed the followers of Kildallan they have much to be proud of. They sport one of the finest club set-ups in the county, the result of many years commitment, dedication and hardwork.
2006	Moving in for the Kil(dallan) in '06? Aaron Duignan is one of Cavan's outstanding young attacking talents and is set to be at the forefront of Kildallan's challenge for JFC honours in 2006
2005	Getting there Kildallan have come a long way in a relatively short space of time. In recent years, the Ballyconnell battlers have looked more likely than ever to scoop the county JFC for the first time since 1977. Colin O'Hara captained the side that contested the business end of the junior competition again in 2004 and the impressive full-back-cum-midfielder is confident that the 28-year gap can finally be bridged in the season ahead.
2004	Another near miss For the third successive year Kildallan came close to scooping the Cavan junior football championship. But, much to the frustration of centre forward Stephen O'Neill, their 2003 bid came unstuck after a semi-final replay. Optimism still abounds in west Cavan, however, and the club did achieve yet more underage success in the year gone by.
2003	Juniors pipped; U16s reign supreme Even though they failed in their prime objective of winning the county JFC, 2002 was nonetheless a reasonably successful year for Kildallan. They garnered an U16 FL Division Three title, reached the JFC final and also carried out a great deal of development work on their pitch in Ballyconnell. All of which leaves them in good shape going into the 2003 season...
2002	Juvenile joy Kildallan may have fallen short of the winner's enclosure at junior level in 2001 but there was no such ill-luck for the club's under 14 crew as they sped to league and championship titles. Kevin Carney reports

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Kill
2008	A change of luck for Shamrocks? Despite the fact he's still only 25, Donal Kissane is one of Kill's more experienced players. Now approaching his ninth year with the seniors, he believes 2008 offers a lot of promise.
2007	Foster(ing) a feel-good factor Damien Foster has led the line, held the fort and battened up the hatches at Kill for quite some time now. In 2007, he's hoping to lift some silverware. Kevin Carney reports.
2006	Shamrocks lucky to have Gerry on board Kill Shamrocks fell short of realising their potential in 2005 but club chairman Gerry Pritchard still rates the past year a qualified success
2005	Green and whites will be alright - Brady Kill Shamrocks didn't enjoy the best of times overall in 2004 but former player and current underage coach Ciaran Brady is optimistic that the club's fortunes will improve sooner rather than later. Kevin Carney reports.
2004	Star shamrock looking for luck to change The days of Kill Shamrocks' players metaphorically tipping their forelocks as they head into a championship game are long gone. Just ask stalwart clubman Brian McCarey
2003	View from a Kill These are exciting times for vice-chairman Joe McQuillan (an upcoming national referee) and his team-mates at Kill Shamrocks GFC, who enjoyed an impressive innings in 2002. And there's every reason to believe that things will get even better for all concerned in '03...
2002	Home is where the heart is Kill Shamrocks GFC has produced many a fine footballer. One of the club's most talented and forceful players down the years was James McEnroe. Kevin Carney reports

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Killeshandra
2008	Junior Kingpins At the end of the 2006 season club chairman Pat McGearty believed that the Killeshandra Leaguers were moving in the right direction and would be approaching 2007 confident and in a determined mood. With a new management structure in place, Tom Downes acting as manager assisted by Stephen King and Junior McKiernan, the prospects of creating something special was always on the cards.
2007	Seeking promotion in 2007 When Killeshandra Leaguers look back on their 2006 campaign they can reflect on a year as one that has given them a realistic hope for 2007. While the club did not win any silverware, the performances of the team showed much promise and were in general a great improvement on previous years.
2006	A new beginning With a strong local management team in place, 2006 represents a new beginning for Killeshandra. At the start of the current calendar year, Pat McGearty was elected club chairman and the new man in the chair believes the Saffrons have what it takes to revisit former glories in the months ahead.