Club notes
March 14, 2011Naomh Mhuire
Under 8 coaching will continue in the Sports hall in Dungloe on Saturday at 11am. Under 10's will start at 12 noon. Under 12 training for the coming year takes place every Wednesday and Friday at 6.45pm at the banks. Under 16 training takes place at 8pm every Wednesday and Friday.
Ta cumann peil na mban at reachtail 'quiz' dtigh Sharkey oiche Shathairn19u Martha ag a deich a chlog. The ladies board is holding a quiz night in Sharkeys bar Annagry on this Saturday 19th March with a 10pm start.
Well done to the u16s who started their div 1 league campaign with a 4 point win away to Killybegs on Sunday last. Played in artic-like conditions, the lads went in at half-time leading by 1-04 to 2pts with a superbly worked goal finished by Hugh Boyle. The lead didn't look like it was going to be enough considering the strong wind especially after Killybegs began brightly with a point on the re-start. Naomh Mhuire responded with a point but then Killybegs scored a goal. Naomh Mhuire responded well and produced a great display to keep Killybegs scoreless for the remainder of the game and added a further 2 points to seal victory by 1-07 to 1-03. A good team performance with the defense superb throughout. Scorers: Hugh Boyle 1-02, Daniel Sharkey 0-02, Shaun Mc Cafferty 0-02, James Ferry 0-01. They now have 2 tough home games to Dungloe and Ardara on consecutive Sundays.
There will be a final registration evening in the banks on Friday 25th from 7pm to 8pm for anyone who still needs to get their membership for the coming year. Registrations are now due. 15 euro per child or 30 euro for two or more children. Over 18 is 30 euro and students 20 euro. Membership must be paid by everybody by March 31st. Registration is required by players and non playing club members. Players are not entitled to play or train with club unless they have paid membership as they will not be covered by our insurance scheme.
The much anticipated Big Fight Night took place last weekend and a great night was had by all. Thanks to all involved in helping and to all who supported to make this a successful night for the club in the Aislann Rann na Feirsde.
Membership of the 100 club is currently being collected as well as membership for Club Donegal and it would be appreciated if you could reach out to your representative regarding this.
Good luck to the Donegal Vocational Schools in their All-Ireland final replay against Cork which has been rescheduled for Pearse Park Galway on St. Patricks day. Well done to Nicole Boyle and Sarah o Gara who played their first game for Donegal in their win over Armagh. Good luck to the Rosses community school that is due to play in the Ulster final on Tuesday next 23rd March.
The first round of fixtures for the league begins on Sunday 27th March with a home game V N.Colmcille.
Coaching dates: Wednesday 30th March - Games To Develop Football U.10 & U.12, O'Donnell Park, Letterkenny. These are organised by county board and all coaches are encouraged to go along or contact Gary Boyle.
Lotto details for week 9th March; jackpot 980 euro. No jackpot winner. There was one match 3 winner - Coalinn Cassidy, Brinlack. Numbers were 1-3-13-17.
The club are now in a position to sell Azzurri "Windcheaters Tops" with club crest on them. These item of clothing are exclusively being sold by the club, sizes range from xxl to childrens range. To order contact Donal O'Searcaigh on 0863189331.
Na Dunaibh
Ta an chlub ag glacadh ballraiocht anois. Socraoithe ar €25 fa choinne duine fasta, €10 faoi 16 agus €50 fa choinne teaghlach. Caithfidh gach duine bheith claraithe roimh 31u Marta. Beidh oifigi ag glacadh an ballraiocht sa club theach oiche De Luan I rith Mi Marta.
Torthai an lotto don 14u Marta. Uimhreacha: 3-14-23-24. Ni raibh buaiteoir don pota oir, bhi tri uimhir James Donie Ros na bPinne agus ta €150 bainnte aige. Nior bhain duine ar bith an beile do bheirt agus bhain Caitlin Nic Giolla Bhride Cluain tSalach an buideail uisce beatha. Duais dioltora- Carmel Nic Giolla Bhride. Beidh an tarraingt ar an Luan seo chugainn I teach tabhairne Ui Ludhog Carraig Airt agus beidh €6,900 ar fail ins an phota oir. Ticeidi @ €2 ar fail o baill an fhochumann agus i siopa agus tithe tabhairne eagsula sa cheanntair.
Bualadh an foireann faoi-16 Gleann tSuili ar an Domhach seo chaite ar an scor 4-6 go 1-4. Bhi sar cluiche ag Jason Mac Laifeartaigh, Justin Allen, Lorcan O Conchubhair, Barrai O Trearty agus Dale Mac Phaidin. Ar an Domhnach seo chugainn casann said ar Gaoth Dobhair sa bhaile ag mean lae.
Dimir an foireann sinsir in eadean An Tearmann I gcomortas Peil na Gaeltachta ar an Satharn is chuaigh thart agus bhi bhuaih easca acu, an scor deireanach 3-12 go 0-2. Beidh cluiche in eadain Naomh Naille ins an chead babhta eile ar an deireadh seachtain seo chugainn. Nil am socraithe go foill.
Bingo mar is gnach san ionad oiche Shathairn ag a 9 a chlog agus beidh failte mhor roimh gach duine.
Tuilleadh eolais ar fail ar an chlub suiomh: http://paddyfenny.tripod.com/clgnadunaibh/ agus fosta ar leathanach facebook(clg Na Dunaibh)
An Tearmainn
This weeks draw will take place in the Lagoon on 18/3/11, the lotto co-ordinators are Joe McDaid & Kath McSharry. Jackpot is 1100euro
The club are asking for volunteers to help sell club lotto?s before the Termon Bingo on Friday Night and Saturday morning at the Millbridge Kilmacrennan. Anyone willing to help out can contact Joe Mc Daid 0876778744 or John Doherty 0868379026.
Club Membership for 2011 is now due. Membership fees are as follows: 80 euro for membership including yearly lotto or 150 euro for a couple/2 adults in family. Anyone who has sold yearly and anyone who has not renewed their club membership fro 2011 should contact Sarah Harkin ASAP. It is vital that anyone wishing to be a member or play for the the club this year to have membership paid in full ASAP as details must be entered onto the GAA online registration system before the end of March. Late registrations of players/members will not be accepted this year.
Ladies Board:
Any one interested in a 2nd ladies team are asked to contact Hugh Harkin on 087 689 1967 ASAP.
Senior Board:
Training continues for Senior?s and reserve?s every Wednesday at 7 pm sharp at the Aura Track in Letterkenny and on a Saturday at the Errigal College pitch. Any players interested in playing senior/reserve football this year are asked to contact, senior team manager Brendan Gallagher on 087 6868083 or reserve team manager Brian Trearty on 086 340 6167. Only two weeks till the league begins so it is important that all players are at all training session. The first league game for the seniors and reserve is away vs MacCumhaills on Sunday 27th.
The reserves men were defeated by Downings in the Gaeltacht championship at the weekend. Playing in wet and windy conditions the Downings team were to strong for the reserves. Damien Neilis and David Mc Laughlin played well for Termon.
The playing pitch at the Burn Road will be closed for all training and games until Sunday 21st March. This is to allow for re-sodding at the goal mouths and maintenance work
Minor Board:
The U12 Go Games will commence on Monday 2nd May and will continue on successive Monday nights with a throw in time of 6.00 pm until 27th June with finals day on Monday 4th July.
The U16?s had a free weekend last week. They are due to play Cloughaneely away this Sunday the 20th at 12:00pm.
The U18?s are due to play Letterkenny Gaels away on Friday 1st April for the start of the league. They are in division two this year.
There will be a coaching course under the heading ?Games To Develop Football U.10 & U.12? on Wednesday 30th March in O?Donnell Park, Letterkenny. All underage coaches in this particular age group are asked to attend.
Letterkenny Gaels
Well done to all who braved the inclement weather last weekend and travelled to Burt for their annual 7 a side tournament. All players performed well on the day.
A special thank you to the Burt club and their Ladies committee for all the refreshments served.The All-county league will commence on Sunday 27th March with a double header away to neighbours Convoy.
The Minor league commences on Friday the 1st of April with a home game against Termon
The U16 footballers recorded their second win of the season, away to Gweedore, on Sunday last. Their next fixture is at home to Glenswilly on Sunday next.
Please note the new venue of Woodland N.S. Hall for the following underage Training:
Mondays: 7- 8pm - Gaelic for Girls
Tuesdays 7- 8pm - U/14 Fitness
U6/8 Gaelic training continues on Friday evenings at 6.15 for U6's and 7pm for U8's
U/6, U/8 and U/10 Hurling continues in AURA Leisure Centre on Thursdays 6-7pm.
Any Club member interested in participating or assisting in the St Patrick's Day Parade should contact Stephen Doherty on 0860763903
Lotto Results for week-ending 13th March were No's.drawn: 2,8,18,22 Lucky Dip match 2 winner was Marie Greene C/O McGinley's Bar. Next weekend's Jackpot will be €5,200.
Naomh Brid
The club are holding a Child Protection Course for anybody who wishes to have this qualification. This is compulsory for anyone that is involved with underage teams as it has become a big issue over recent years. Anyone who wishes to take part can contact Shane Walsh on 0876471982 or Mickey Quinn on 0872921306.
Well done to David Walsh who came on as a second half substitute for Donegal in their victory over Meath at the weekend and best of luck against Derry this coming Saturday.
Best of luck to Ross Gallagher and Darragh Brogan who are part of the county minor squad due to play Fermanagh in Brewster Park on Saturday.
The Senior and Reserve teams will both make the short trip to neighbours Aodh Ruadh for the first game of the season on Sunday 27th March. Everyone is encouraged to get out and support both teams on the day against their local rivals.
Membership for the coming year is now due at a reasonable €30. This can be paid to members of the executive and players can pay Donal Martin at training.
Could all members who sold tickets for the dinner dance please return the money to the club treasurer as soon as possible.
There was no winner of this weeks lotto. The jackpot now stands at €8400 and the winners of €25 were; Maura Corcoran, Kathy Faulkner, David O'Malley and Pauric McDaid.
Anybody who wishes to have information included in the club notes should contact Shane Walsh on [email protected] by 6p.m on Monday evening.
Gaeil Fhánada
D'éirgh go maith le chomórtas Chuimhneacháin Din Ó Fríl ar Dé Satharn seo chaite d'ainneoin an aimsir olc. Bhí slua breá imreoirí I láthair agus I ndiaidh na cluichí choinnigh an Dumhach Beag greim ar an gCorn arís I mbliana leis an Sciath ag dul chuig Baile Láir. Bhain Baile Mhic Gabhann comórtas na Mná. Ba mhaith linn buiochas a ghabhail le Chlann Uí Fhríl, achan duine a chuidigh I bpleanáil agus in eagrú an lae, go hairithe Ciarán Mac Giolla Bháin , na h-imreoiri uilig agus achan duine a tháinig chun tacaíocht a thabhairt. Tá muid cinnte go mbeadh Din bródúil as an ocáid.
Comhghairdeas le Roisín Nic Giolla Chearra,Margaretta ní Chonaglaigh agus Míchéal Mac Rabhartaigh a ghlac páirt I Strictly Come Dancing do Choláiste Loreto ar Dé hAoine, bhain achan duine taitneamh as na taispeantaisí iontacha ar an oíche.
Ádh mór d'fhoireann Thráth na gCeist Gaeil Fhánada atá ag glacadh páirt I gcomórtas Craobh na hÉireann I bPáirc an Chrocaigh ar Lá le Pádraig, agus fósta d'fhoireann Gairmscoilióchta na Condae atá ag imirt Corcaigh I gcluiche Ceannais na hÉireann I nGaillimh ar an lá céanna, tá muid bródúil as Jimmy Coyle atá ar an bpainéal.
The U16 match v Milford was abandoned at half time on Sunday due to the weather and the Junior Gaeltacht match v na Rossa was also a victim of the weather at the weekend, both matches will be rescheduled at later date. The U16s are at home to St Michaels in Portsalon on Sunday at 12.00, players are asked to meet at 11.15. Best wishes from all at the Club.
The Div 2 League is back up and running shortly with Gaeil Fhánada at home v Bundoran in the first match on Sunday 27th March.
The Senior Ladies train on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 7.00 and on Saturday morning at 11.00 at Trialough, an open invitation is extended to any ladies who would like to join the squad.
Lotto results. 1, 2,8, 17 & 18. Bonus 1. No Jackpot winner. €100 winner Sally & Patsy Gallagher, Meenlaragh, & €50 winner was Annie McConigley. Next weekends draw for Jackpot of €1200 takes place in Paddy Jacks.
Aodh Ruadh
~ REGISTRATION - THE ONUS IS ON YOU ~
There is a three hour open session for anyone who wants to sign up for Aodh Ruadh membership this Friday March 18th in Aras Aoidh Ruadh between 7pm and 10pm. The deadline for registration is Thursday, 31st March. The club has received notice from Croke Park that late registration will not be allowed this year as was the case last year. This being the case we urge anyone interested in club membership to register before time runs out. We CANNOT facilitate registrations after this date.
Some points to note in relation to club membership.
· Only fully registered players on the GAA online registration system are allowed to take the field for the club. If your name is not in this system you are ineligible. That has repercussions in terms of insurance cover for injuries and jeopardizes any competitive success the club may enjoy.
· Registration is an important component in meeting the running costs of the club.
· Only fully paid up members will be eligible for the draw for tickets to the football and hurling All Ireland finals.
· Club membership will be displayed in Aras Aoidh Ruaidh.
Membership rates are as follows: Adult, €30; Adult Player (Includes insurance cover for the year), €50; Underage (Under 18 years-of-age) €15. Registration can be paid to Mary Matthews in Shannon's Corner or Assistant Secretary, Marita Maguire, Cloghore, Ballyshannon. The club requires a fully registration form with each fee. Registration forms can be downloaded from aodhruadh.org. Underage members will receive a specially commissioned membership card and wallet when they submit their registration.
~ SAINT PATRICK'S DAY PARADE ~
Underage hurlers and under 8, under 10 and under 12 footballers will be taking part in the Saint Patrick's day this Thursday. All players are asked to meet at the Gaelscoil at 1.30pm prior to the parade which will be commencing at 2pm. The parade will be terminating in the Market Yard, and parents should collect their children there.
~ FOOTBALL ~
The seniors travelled to Derrygonnelly last Sunday for their first challenge of the season. Before proceedings got under way Philip O'Reilly was named as senior captain for the season, with Ciron Whoriskey named as vice-captain. The game saw an Aodh Ruadh side with a good blend of youth and experience getting a good work out from the Fermanagh outfit. One of the high points was when Kerry Ryan opened Aodh Ruadh's scoring for 2011 with a 45. Ciron Whoriskey was full back flanked by Conor Patton and Michael Ward, and that unit showed impressively over the course of the game. The new captain had to go off injured with a dead leg half way through the first half and was replaced by Ronan Matthews. James O'Donnell had a good shift in midfield alongside Kerry Ryan. Up front Fiachra and Donagh McIntyre provide good attacking options, while PJ McGee was very industrious. Diarmuid McInerney cracked over two points and Chris Goan also got a point coming off the bench. We have some pictures of the action at Canon Maguire park on aodhruadh.org. The next fixture for the seniors is against last year's county finalists, Killybegs, on St Patrick's Day with the throw in at 11am. Why not watch the game and then head on to watch the parade at 2pm?
The CCC have released the first five fixtures of the division three league. Aodh Ruadh's schedule for those games is as follows.
Round 1 - 27th March
Aodh Ruadh v Naomh Bríd
Round 2 - 2nd April
Aodh Ruadh v Downings
Round 3 - 9th April
Naomh Mhuire v Aodh Ruadh
Round 4 - 16th April
Aodh Ruadh v Buncrana
Round 5 - 23rd April
Milford v Aodh Ruadh
The draft fixture calendar for the year sees Aodh Ruadh's preliminary round first leg intermediate championship clash with Fanad Gaels penciled in for 21st May, with the second leg down to take place the following weekend. The first round of the under 21 championship is slated to take place on Tuesday 26th July.
The under 16s had a tough start to the season in every respect. They travelled to Annagry to play Dungloe in some of the worst conditions seen since the snow earlier in the year. The pitch was lashed with wind and rain and the grim conditions were matched by the grim football. Aodh Ruadh were defeated by 1-1 to 1-5, Dungloe just able to adapt to the conditions better. Still, a depleted Aodh Ruadh team showed some good spirit, in particular Ryan Patton at full back and Matthew Maguire beside him in the corner. Another who did well in a defensive capacity was Matthew Gethins, he also chipped in with the Ernesiders solitary point, James Kelly raising the green flag from the penalty spot. Johnny Gettins soldiered well in the centre of the park and Paddy Gillespie gave it his all up front, but the trip, the conditions, the loss of a few key players and the opposition got the better of Aodh Ruadh in the end. Next up for the under 16s is the visit of Killybegs to Father Tierney Park. The game throws in at 12 noon on Sunday 20th March, come out and get behind the lads for this game.
Indoor underage training has concluded for under 12s and under 13s. Outdoor training for these teams begins on Monday 21st March and continues on Wednesday 23rd March in Páirc Aoidh Ruaidh at 4.15pm. Training will continue thereafter every Monday and Wednesday at 4.15pm for the foreseeable future. Parents/Guardians are asked to please collect children no later than 5.30pm.
Indoor underage training continues this Friday 18th March for under 6s and under 8s in the Mercy Hall at Colaiste Cholmcille. Under 6s are training from 6pm to 6.45pm followed by the under 8s from 6.45pm to 7.30pm. Registration will be collected on the night. Newcomers are encouraged to join. Any parents who would like to help are more than welcome to lend a hand. There is a charge of €2 per head. Please bring runners as no other footwear is allowed. Parents/Guardians are asked to please collect children promptly after their session is finished.
Aodh Ruadh are still trying secure an under 14 manager and a secretary for the football committee for 2011. If anyone is interested in either of these posts, or knows someone who might be interested in them, please contact John Hughes on 087-6431805.
~ HURLING ~
All underage hurlers are welcome to take part in the Saint Patrick's Day Parade. We will assemble at the Gaelscoil at 1.30pm. Please wear club socks and shorts if possible and bring your hurl.
Underage hurling training continues on Sunday at 12 noon in Father Tierney Park. All are welcome, especially beginners. If you have any enquiries, please contact John Rooney 086-2587793.
Plans are well underway for the fifth annual Hurlathon which will take place in the Mercy Hall on Saturday, 2nd April from 10am to 10pm. This promises to be a great day's fun for all the family. It is the juvenile hurlers' main fundraising drive of the year so we would call on everyone to support this event.
~ LADIES ~
Aodh Ruadh Ladies are holding a 12 hour sponsored Cyclothon on Saturday, 19th March outside the Saimer Court shopping centre. The girls are filling the last few lines on their sponsorship cards, please give generously.
All girls are reminded that membership is now due, €15 for underage players and €50 for senior players. This may be paid to Karol Foley, Katie Flood or any of the underage managers.
Senior and under 16 ladies training will take place on Tuesday and Thursday at 7pm in the park. Not training on Saturday as there'll be plenty of exercise at the Cyclothon!
Under 12 and under 10 girls outdoor training will start on Wednesday 23rd at 5.30pm in Páirc Aoidh Ruaidh. Thereafter under 12 training for girls will be at 5.30pm on Mondays and Wednesdays. Under 10s will train on Wednesdays at 5.30pm only.
On the inter-county scene, Donegal bounced back from last week's heavy defeat to Cork with a hard-earned win over a Cora Staunton powered Mayo outfit. The result puts Donegal joint second with Cork in division one, Monaghan lead the way on full points after four games. We have some pictures from the action on Erneside up on aodhruadh.org.
~ COACHING CORNER ~
There will be a meeting Monday, 4th April to begin drawing up a five year plan for underage coaching in Aodh Ruadh. The meeting will take place in Aras Aoidh Ruaidh from 7-9pm with an Ulster Council facilitator directing the discussion. All club coaches in hurling, football and ladies are asked to attend this vital gathering.
~ COMMUNITY NOTES ~
59th annual Ballyshannon Drama Festival in the Abbey Centre from Saturday 12th to Sunday 20th March, 8.15pm nightly and 7.30pm on the final night.
~ LOTTO ~
There was no winner of the €4,000 Aodh Ruadh Lotto jackpot last Monday. The numbers drawn were 1, 3, 5, 6, 8 and 11. In the lucky dip €20 each went to: Holly O'Neill, c/o Owen Roe's; Raymond Granaghan, Station Road; Anthony Coughlan, Erne Dale Heights; Nellie Blake, Parkhill; and Ronan Matthews Erne Dale Heights. Next draw is on Monday evening at 9pm in McGinley's. The jackpot is €4,100 so get out there and buy your ticket; if you're not in, you can't win!
There were a couple of presentations in the Abbey Centre last Friday. The first was a 'presentation' to Terence McShea for his €10,000 lotto win last week. The second was to Jim Downey who is retiring shortly from the Abbey Centre. The presentation from Aodh Ruadh was in appreciation for 31 years facilitating and helping with the weekly Aodh Ruadh bingo in the Abbey Centre. We wish Jimbo all the best in his retirement. You can see pictures of the presentations, along with some members of the bingo playing public, up on aodhruadh.org.
This Saturday the lotto team for the Saimer Court is: JUVENILE HURLERS.
You can receive the club notes by e-mail every Tuesday morning. To subscribe, enter your details on the website, www.aodhruadh.org, or e-mail your request to [email protected].
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ST. NAUL'S NOTES
SYMPATHY
We extend our sincere sympathy to the McGinley Family on the death of Rosie McGinley, Loughmuilt, Dunkineely on Sunday morning last, (Conal and Fiachra's Grandmother). Ar dhéis Dé go raibh a h-anam dilís.
SLOTTO
There was no winner of last weekend's slotto jackpot. Winner of 80 Euro for nearest to correct sequence was Maria McNern, Turrishill. The sequence drawn was 1-7-6-3-2-4 & 5. This weekend's jackpot will be 1,420 Euro.
MEMBERSHIP
Club membership is now due for renewal and can be paid to any member of the club executive. Cost of membership remains the same as last year i.e. adults 40 euro and juvenile 30 euro. Club members will be given priority in all matters throughout the year including match tickets.
Note - membership closes at the end of March and because of online registration it is not possible for us to register anyone after that date.
COMMUNITY FUN DAY
A Community Fun Day will take place at the Inver Community Centre this Saturday, March 19th 1pm - 4pm. This project has been supported by the Peace 111 Programme, managed for the SEUPB by Donegal County Council and co-ordinated by Donegal Sports.
Since late 2010 and in preparation for the upcoming season, St. Naul's ladies & other ladies from the Inver Cross Community have been working on enhancing their training skills by increasing their training programme with a fitness instructor in addition to receiving additional training in Child Protection Awareness and Sports Inclusion. The ethos of the program is to embed the concept of inclusion and equality within a coach's mindset so as to encourage this to manifest itself throughout clubs and communities.
UNDERAGE
Our under 16s had an impressive, 5.11 to 1.2, win over Naomh Chonaill on Sunday morning last in their first league game. Well done to Pat, Sean Paul and the boys. The next game is at home to Naomh Bríd this Sunday at 12 noon. All support would be greatly appreciated.
VOCATIONAL SCHOOL / UNDER 21
Best wishes to Barry Griffin, Lee McBrearty and all involved in the County Vocational Schools All Ireland Final replay against Cork on Thursday, (St Patrick's Day) in Salthill at 1 o'clock. Best wishes also to Fiachra McGinley and the county under 21's who play Antrim in the Ulster Championship quarter final in McCumhaill Park this Wednesday, 16th March, at 8 o'clock.
GAELTACHT
We have progressed through to the next round of the Gaeltacht competition by virtue of the fact that Gweedore were unable to field a team on Saturday last. We now play Downings in the quarter final which may be on this Saturday, check with players or management for confirmation and throw in time.
Naomh Adhamhnáin
The St. Patrick's Day Parade is on Thursday. We want a good turnout of all club members (not just kids!!). We are meeting at Tobin's Service Station, Port Rd. at 2pm sharp to get ready. Thanks to Eddie Tobin for the use of the upstairs rooms.
Registrations are well underway for 2011, Tom Ferrie and Anne Forde are doing a great job. Remember, you must be registered before March 31st this year if you want to play. The GAA is underwriting their own insurance and they have set the end of March as a cut-off date to be on the Croke Park system and thereby insured for this year. No one will be allowed to play that isn't registered by then, with no exceptions. Team managers are advised to make their players aware of this.
The Senior Hurlers are back in Ulster league action this Saturday with an away game to Craobh Rua in Armagh.
The U-16 Boys Div. 1 Footballers had no game last Sunday. They will play a resceduled game this Thursday (St. Patrick's Day) against Cloughaneely in the Park with 12 noon throw-in. They then travel to take on Urris on Sunday (March 20th). The Div. 2 team travelled to Dunfanaghy and came away with a great win over St. Michael's. They will host Milford in the Park on Sunday with a 12 noon throw-in.
There will be a Registration Morning this Sunday, March 20th in O'Donnell Park for the Sunday Morning U-10 Football Academy. All coaches are also asked to attend this Registration between 11am - 12 noon in the Clubhouse. The Sunday Morning Academy will return on Sunday, April 3rd at 11am. All coaches are asked to contact their groups to make them aware of the Registration morning and the 31st of March deadline.
The new trophy cabinet is now in place in the Clubhouse. Please try to fill it this year!!
Most Northern Board fixtures are now available on the Northern Board website. In the coming weeks a new e-booklet will be made available that will also include Southern Board fixtures.
U-16 & Minor hurling will be held in O'Donnell Park each Monday at 5:30pm. U-14 Hurling training is held in the Aura 6pm - 7pm on Tuesdays. Training is on Wednesday's for U-10 & U-12 hurling/camogie at 7pm in the Aura. Training for the U-6 & U-8 hurling/camogie is on Friday 6:30pm in the LYIT.
There is a provisional date of Friday, April 15th for the restart of the U-10 Hurling / Camogie Academy. This will be confirmed in the coming weeks by your coaches and in the notes.
The new training pitch schedule is nearly ready and will be e-mailed and posted on the club Notice Board shortly.
There are 4 winners in this week's Lotto draw. They each matched 3 numbers and win €25 each. The numbers drawn were: 6-14-18-24. This week's winners are: Denis Digimus, Meadowhill; Kieran O'Gorman c/o Adrian (both Adrian); Mick Martin, Elmwood Downs and Paul McGovern, Glencar Irish (both card). Winnings can be collected from Blake's Bar, Main St.
An Clochan Liath
Ba iad 2, 7, 23 agus 24 na huimhireacha lotto a tarraingeadh ag deireadh na seachtaine agus nior baineadh póta óir an lotto. Beidh €1,700 sa phóta óir don seachtain seo. Bhain na daoine seo leanas €20 an ceann Kevin Bonner County Lane, Cathal & Agnes Murray Acres, Vincent Ward Fintown, Patrick McCready c/o Margaret Muuary agus Johnny McGe Bunbeg.
Membership must be paid this week as details must be forwarded to Croke Park before end of March. Late membership will not be taken by Croke Park.
The fees are the same as last year €95 Family membership with Lotto, €80 single membership with lotto, €35 family membership, €20 single membership, €8 students, €5 children under 18.
Next Club 200 draw will take place on Sunday 27th March.
Club Donegal membership now due.
Red Hughs
There were two winners of the Lotto draw last week. The winners were Tommy McGlinchey and Luke & Jessica Kelly (Shared). They each recieve €50. The numbers drawn were 5,1,4,7,2,6,3 . Next weeks jackpot is €760. The Lotto sellers in the coming weeks are 19th March -Tony Gallagher; 26th March - Paddy Kelly and 2nd April - Barry Bradley. The winner of the 100+ Club draw last week was Brid Gallagher and she receives €100. Your continued support for the 100+ Club and the Lotto are greatly appreciated.
The U16 boys continued their league campaign on Sunday away to Naomh Colmcille. In what was a tough encounter played in difficult conditions they fought well but just lost out in the end with the home team finishing the stronger. Best wishes to Matthew Carlin who suffered a dislocated shoulder during the game and everyone wishes him a speedy recovery. Next game is at home to Malin on Sunday 20th March at 12 midday. Everyone should try come out and support the boys. Training for the U16 team takes place on Monday evenings and all players are asked to be at the pitch togged out for 6.45pm.
Training for all children (boys and girls) for all ages from 10 years and under continues on Saturday mornings from 11 to 12 at the pitch. All new children are welcome to come along and get involved. Any queries please contact Liam Doherty on 0876478122. Girls U14 training now takes place every Monday evening at the pitch starting at 5.30pm. Any queries contact Joe Carlin on 0860698976. Training for the senior, reserve and minor teams continues on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 7.30. Training for the ladies team takes place on Wednesdays at 8pm and on Fridays at 7.30pm at the pitch. All new players are welcome to come along.
Adult club membership is now due at €30 per person. The deadline is approaching fast and all membership must be paid before the 31st March. It is especially important for all players to pay their membership as they will not be able to participate in games after this date without being registered. Club members also have first preference for Donegal match tickets throughout the year.
Orders for new club gear are now being taken until 27th March. Prices: Adult Hoody €40; Kids Hoody €30; Adult Jackets €38; Kids Jacket €28; Polo Shirts €32 (Adults Only). Please contact Andy Doherty on 0876843311 to place your order.
As part of the upcoming official pitch opening due to take place on May 29th - the club will be publishing a souvenir programme for the day to mark the occasion. Anyone who has any ideas for features to include within this programme or have any items they would like included should contact the club PRO on 0879742266. Anyone who is willing to help in the organisation and running of this event in any way should contact Tommy Kelly on 0872371851.
Any contributions to the notes must be submitted no later than 6pm every Sunday by e-mail at [email protected] or 0879742266.
Naomh Colmcille
U8 and U10 training will be starting back on Saturday 26th March. Registration from 10:30 to 11:00 and training then from 11:00 to 12:00. New players especially welcome.
Under 16s Training will take place on Tuesday at 6.45pm Boxercise class held every Thursday at 6.30pm-7.30pm, in Clubhouse.....beginners welcome, just bring water, mat or big towel and its 5 euro......All over body workout!!
If there is anyone interested in having parties or functions in the clubhouse please contact any member of the committee or Dympna Whoriskey on 9156567. Tweet
