GAA updates from the Naomh Adhamhnáin, Na Cealla Beaga, Letterkenny Gaels, Gaeil Fhanada, Naomh Brid, Gleann tSuili, Aodh Ruadh, Naomh Pádraig and St. Nauls clubs. Naomh Adhamhnáin Membership lists are available for inspection at the double doors under the new stand. Players are asked to check that they are on this list for insurance purposes. All queries to Tom Ferrie. Club MEMBERS can place orders on-line for tickets for the upcoming Donegal vs Derry Championship match by clicking on "Donegal V Derry Ticket Application" on our club website http://steunans.donegal.gaa.ie. Orders should be placed by Tuesday May 27th. Orders placed after that date cannot be accepted. Check County Board notes for ticket details. Also, anyone available to steward at the Donegal vs Derry game should give their name to Paddy Mullen by Thursday May 22nd. The Seniors bounced back from their 2nd leg Championship defeat to win the play-off match against Glenswilly by 2-08 to 1-05. They go on to meet Ardara in the 1st round. Once again well done to the Convoy club on staging a well run event on a fine pitch. This weekend our Seniors and Reserves travel to Gaoth Dobhair for a round of League fixtures. Check press for throw-in times. No fixture scheduled for the Junior side. The main pitch is closed for essential maintenance. All managers are asked to be patient and share the training pitch where necessary. BORD NA nÓG: Well done to the U16 Div2 squad who overcame a strong St.Micheals team on Sunday evening in the Northern League final held in Convoy. They won by 1-12 to 0-12. St Eunans fought back from being 2pts down at half time to secure the cup courtesy of a goal by Conor Harley which proved the vital score in what was an excellent game of football. There were good performances from Mark McGuire at full forward, Caolan Flood in the left corner and Callum Keaveney on the wing. In defence Mark Ford, Sean McBride and John Gibbons got a solid grip of on the St Michaels attack. There was also a good midfield performance from captain John Cavanagh who rallied his team on to victory. Overall it was a great team effort against a very good St.Micheals team who never gave up. Our U12 As had another big win on Friday night vs McCumhaills in O'Donnell Park. Training continues on Mondays at 6pm with next game at home to St. Michaels on Wednesday 21st. Sunday morning coaching for U6, U8 and U10s continues this Sunday at 11am. Our Minors drew with Cloughaneely Monday night. Well done to our U10 players who won the County Community Games Football title in Dunfanaghy last Sunday playing for Letterkenny West. No Lotto numbers available this week. Na Cealla Beaga Any CLUB MEMBER wishing to obtain tickets for the Donegal v Derry championship game in Ballybofey on Sunday the 1st of June may do so by placing their name in the order book in the Laundrette on or before 5pm on Saturday the 24th of May. No orders will be taken after this time (strictly no phone orders will be taken). Tickets will be distributed on Thursday the 29th of May between 8pm and 9pm in the Laundrette. The club's u-12 boys team had an away win against Dungloe on Monday evening last and a home win against Aodh Ruadh in Fintra on Friday evening last. Our boy's u-16 team recorded an away win in the first leg of the first round of the championship against Four Masters on Friday evening last. Both the club's senior and reserve teams played St Micheals in the league in Fintra on Saturday last with the senior game ending in a draw and the reserve team winning. Both team's next fixture is away to Termon which takes place this Sunday the 25th. The club's minor board monthly meeting takes place on Tuesday the 27th of May at 9pm in the new club room's in Fintra. The numbers drawn in this week's galotto were 4,16,21 and 22. Their was no jackpot winner. The 50 euro consolation prize went to Maria Mailey, Fintra Bay and the 25 euro consolation prize went to Aine O Connell, Killybegs. Next week's sellers are David Conwell's team and sellers for the weekend of the 31st will be Paul Mc Cruddens team. Their was no winner of this week's bingo jackpot. The consolation prize went to Mary Murrin, Killybegs. Next week's jackpot will be 1750 euro. Letterkenny Gaels The Senior team were defeated by Milford last weekend. They play away to Naomh Ultan this coming weekend. The U12s play were defeated by a good Glenswilly team on Wednesday evening last  at Páirc na nGael. They are home to St Eunans on Wednesday 21st.   U 14 training has commenced and training will take place every Monday evening at 5.45pm sharp. All new players are welcome. U16 training continues on Wednesday evening at 6pm.  They are due to play McCumhaills in the Div 1Plate final.   The Minors team recorded a good victory over unbeaten Fanad Gaels on Monday evening at Páirc na nGael on a scoreline of 5.6 to 1.6. Best for Gaels were Oisín Cannon, Jamie Doherty and Man of the Match Ciaran Cannon.    Underage Gaelic Football Training continues at Páirc na nGael, every Sunday for all age groups from U-6 to U-12 . Starts at 11.00a.m. and concludes at 12.30pm. The Under 10 hurlers travelled to Killygordon on Saturday last and came away as runners up in the competition  The Underage hurling training continues on Thursday evenings at 6.45pm. Application forms for Club membership are available from all the Team managers and Family Membership (Friends of the Gaels) is the popular choice with automatic entry in the Club lotto each weekend. This method will cost 11Euro per month. Alternative memberships will be priced at 40 Euro per child and 50 Euro per adult. . All senior and underage players are urged to support the new " Sell Lotto receive Kit" scheme which is currently in operation. Any player not involved in the scheme to date should contact their respective managers immediately.  Club merchandise is now available in Donegal sports with a variety of hoodies, polo shirts jackets and playing Kit. A must for all players and supporters  Lotto Results:W/End 18th May Nos drawn were 1,6,23 and 24 Lucky Dip match 3 winner was Ray Tracey 36 Ballymacool Wood.   The Club are holding a night at the Races in the Glencar Inn on Friday night the 6th of June. Horses and Jockeys are costing 10Euro each and are available from most club members.All parents are requested to buy a horse as they are selling up very fast. Gaeil Fhanada The Senior and Reserve teams hosted Cloughaneely at Portsalon on Saturday evening last with both teams suffering defeat. This coming weekend sees them playing Malin at P?°irc U?? Shiadhail on Sunday, check times later in the week. Lotto: No Jackpot winner last week. Numbers drawn: 4, 6, 7, 9 & 13, bonus 9. Eu100 winner was Odhran Begley, Shannagh and Eu50 went to Hughie Shiels, Fanavolty. Next draw for Jackpot of Eu6300 takes place in the Fana Lodge on Saturday 24th¬? May. Bord na n?ìg: U8 training continues on Tuesday evening at Portsalon from 5.30-6.30. All children from age 5 are very welcome, new recruits especially welcome! Gaeil Fh?°nada host the U10 Blitz at Portsalon on Saturday 31st May, all parents are asked to come out to support the teams and the Club on the day and if possible to help committee and managers with supervision, refreshments etc. Congratulations to the U12s who had a home win v Downings last week. This was a tough, exciting and hard fought match which saw Downings lead by 5 points at half time. Fanad came out in determined mood in the second half and showed great skill to claw back the lead and withstand a late challenge by Downings to record a fine 2 point victory. This was an excellent team performance and was a credit to all involved. The team play their last home game v Glenswilly at Portsalon on Friday 23rd at 7.30 and it would be great to see all parents out to support. A win here would see them qualify for a Northern final. U12 training takes place on Sunday at 11.00 in Portsalon.U 14 training takes place on Tuesday at 5.45 and Saturday at 12.00 at Portsalon, all players are requested to be in attendance as team selection will be made on basis of attendance at training. Hard luck to the Minors who lost out to Letterkenny Gaels on Monday eve, this was first defeat of the season for them, hopefully they will bounce back to winning ways. Naomh Brid On Friday evening the Minors put up a very good performance in the Divisional Final against Naomh Ultan with the Final score reading 1-08 apiece. With Naomh Brid s defence showing well and the midfield pairing winning lots of ball in poor conditions the signs are good for the replay and further progression in the Championship. Keep up the good work Pauric, Michael and all the lads. 'At the weekend the Seniors recorded another victory at home to Downing s. 'In a game that was played before the Reserve game this week due to the County bonding trip the boys showed well in every sector of the field and were a match for their counterparts in every position. This showed in the end when Downing s resorted to long balls in on top of the Naomh Brid defence in an attempt to get back on terms with the lads. However with both Dermot Curristan, Donal Martin and Clint Walsh strong under the high and breaking ball, Downing s could find no way through. 'In the Reserve match which was played after the Senior game the lads put in a fighting performance and were unlucky in the end to lose by 8pts, with a couple of sloppy goals proving to be the difference. Good performers for the reserves were Aidan Walsh & Gareth Mc Murray in attack and Gary Mc Caffery in defence. 'Thanks to the supporters who turned out in large numbers to cheer on both teams. 'Both teams are playing this Weekend against Mc Cumhaills at home, actual day of game to be confirmed. Please see fixtures section of paper for information. 'Training for the Senior & Reserve Panels is on Tuesdays & Thursday at the pitch, all players are asked to be on the field and ready to train at 7:30pm sharp. With the championship match against St. Nauls coming up in a few weeks, the management team would ask for an increase in commitment to training form both panels in the coming weeks. 'Any player who wishes to play with the club for the assault on Division 2 and the Intermediate Championship would be very welcome indeed and should contact either Pauric Molloy on 087 6417464 or Michael Quinn on 087 2921306. 'A meeting will take place this Friday evening in the Clubhouse with regard to renewed fundraising efforts and all club members are asked to attend. 'The Committee would remind that renewal of membership is due priced at a very reasonable 20 euro for the annual membership to support your local GAA club, this can be paid to any committee member. 'Anyone interested in receiving training in the use of the newly purchased dephipilators should give their name to any club committee member. 'Club lotto results and other info is available on www.naomhbrid.net Gleann tSuili The seniors bowed out of this year's championship after a disappointing defeat by St. Eunans in Convoy on Saturday evening last. Starting the second-half only 3 points down and with the advantage of the slight breeze, the Glen supporters expected to see a real challenge from their team in the second-half but unfortunately this did not materialise and Eunans ran out comfortable winners with a scoreline of 2-08 to 1-05. It's back to league action this week-end with a home game against Four Masters. Please check the fixtures page of this paper for confirmation and throw-in times for both games. The Under 16s played Red Hughs in the Shield Semi-Final in Foxhall on Friday evening last in what turned out to be a very competitive game. The final score read Glenswilly 7-06 Red Hughs 6-06. The team will now meet Fanad Gaels in the Shield Final. V.H.I. GAA Cul Camps will be held in Glenswilly GAA Club on the week of July 14th to the 18th for children between the ages of 7 and 13. The cost is 65euro per child. For booking or more information contact Paddy Mc Ginty on 074-91-37936 or 087 9210846. The under 10s took part in a blitz in Cloughaneely on Saturday last and the first team were unlucky losing out in both games. The next blitz will be held in Gweedore on the 31st May and all players are asked to be available for this date. Under 10s training continues on Thursdays 6.30 to 7.30pm sharp. Training for Under 12s continues on Saturdays 1pm at the pitch with Under 14 training on Mondays at 6.30pm. There was no jackpot winner of this week's lotto. Match 3 winner was Tony Murray. Numbers drawn were 5,9,10 and 15. Next weeks jackpot is ?1660. Lotto sellers for this Saturday night the 24th are Susan Carr and Margaret Ann Mc Daid. Stewarts are required for the forthcoming Donegal vs. Derry game in Ballybofey and if you are available to help out please contact Club Secretary Joe Kelly as soon as possible. Club members should now book their tickets for the game by contacting Paddy Tinney (086-2713800) or Joe Kelly (086-6070071). Aodh Ruadh ~ SENIOR FOOTBALL ~ Aodh Ruadh travel to Dunfanaghy on Saturday to take on Saint Michael's. The reserve match is at 6pm, followed by the senior match at 7.30pm. The senior bus will leave the park at 5pm sharp. The thirds picked up a 3-8 to 2-5 win against Pettigo in Father Tierney Park last Sunday. The win gives the side their first points in Division 4 south. They will be looking to add a couple more when they take on Naomh Conaill on Saturday at 7pm in the Park. ~ DONEGAL TICKETS ~ The first round Ulster Senior Football Championship match between Donegal and Derry in Ballybofey will be all ticket. Orders for tickets should be made to Mary Matthews in Shannon's Corner or to Jimmy Gallagher. There will be a limited number of tickets available for this match and these are being distributed via the clubs. Members of Aodh Ruadh will be giving priority to club members in the distribution of tickets. Club membership can be obtained from Mary Matthews. Non-playing adult membership is priced at Eu25. ~ HURLING ~ Underage hurling training continues in Father Tierney Park on Sunday at 12 noon for under 10s, 12s and 14s. All welcome, especially beginners. For enquiries contact John Rooney (086-2587793) or Billy Finn (9851289). ~ LADIES ~ The under 10 girls continue to train on Tuesday evenings from 6-7pm in Father Tierney Park The under 12 girls went to Killybegs last Wednesday, 14th May, for their first league game of the season. The team performed very well and came home with a good win, their next outing is at home to Four Masters next Tuesday, 27th May. We hope to play two games to ensure a game for the whole panel. The first game should throw in at 6.30pm and the second at 7pm. It would be great to see parents and family out to support the girls. The under 14s get their season off the ground this Tuesday, 20th May, with an away fixture to Naomh Br??d. Good luck to everyone involved there. A big congrats to Tara Khan and Dearbhaile Mc Neill who travelled to county Down with the county under 16 team last Friday night and came home as Ulster champions. They will face Kerry in the All-Ireland quarter final on Saturday July 12th. Training for the ladies intermediate team will be in the park on Saturday evenings. Players should be on the field for 7pm. ~ BORD NA N?ìG ~ Commiserations to Creevy National School on losing the Cumann na mBunscoil final last Saturday, going down by two late points in the end. Well done though on reaching the final for the second year in succession. The under 8s have game against Saint Naul's this Saturday, 24th May at 11pm. The bus to Mountcharles leaves from the park at 10.30am sharp. Whether the normal under 10 training takes place on Saturday in the Park at 11am will be dictated by the availability or otherwise of coaches. More information nearer the time, anyone able to help out should contact Colman. There is training for under 10s only in Father Tierney Park on Wednesday nights from 7pm to 8pm. The next under 10 blitz will be in Bundoran on Saturday May 31th. The under 12s were obliterated by Killybegs last Friday, losing by 10-9 to 1-1. The lads started well, but heads dropped after Aodh Ruadh conceded an own goal. Matthew Maguire was the only player who really continued to give his all throughout the game. There was a better result on Monday night when Ballyshannon beat Four Masters in Father Tierney park by 1-8 to five points. Kevin Warnock made the move from netminder to full forward and was rewarded with a goal and a point. Philip Patton joint top-scored with four points, three from frees. The remaining scores were chipped in by Stephen Thompson, Shane McGrath and Colm Kelly. Aodh Ruadh did the main damage in the first half and went in 1-5 to 0-2 up at the break. The Willie Rogers tournament takes place this Saturday at Father Tierney Park. The first game starts at 11pm with Aodh Ruadh taking on Melvin Gaels. Also participating will be Bundoran and Erne Gaels. Aodh Ruadh players are asked to bring a loaf of sandwiches for the lunch-time refreshments. Anyone who wants to lend a hand is more than welcome along to what promises to be a superb day of football. There is training for the under 12s this Thursday at 6pm in the De La Salle field. The under 14s are training in the Lakeside on Wednesdays at 6.30pm and Saturdays at 11am. The under 16s secured a 2-6 to 4-9 first leg away win over Saint Naul's last Friday. The scoreline is deceptive enough. Mountcharles were only a point down with a minute to half time when Pauric Patton pounced for a goal and Aodh Ruadh added another quickfire point to go in five points to the good at the break. Pauric Patton had a great game at wing half forward as did Stephen Clarke. Martin Larkin had a fine game and capped it with a well-taken goal. Once again Ronan Drummond gave a masterful display in the backs. The next engagement for the under 16s will be at home against Saint Naul's on Friday, 23th May, at 7.30pm. They will be attempting to seal their progress through to the second round of the championship with a second victory over Saint Naul's. A good show of Ballyshannon support would be greatly appreciated. There is under 16 training at 8pm on Thursday in the Lakeside. Congratulations to Ronan Drummond and Peter Boyle who have made the county Under 16 team.¬? Both recently played in Monaghan in a preliminary round of the Buncrana Cup. Donegal were in a pool with Armagh, Antrim and Monaghan. They came through having won all their games and are now through to the semi-final stages of the competition. Minor training continues with the seniors at the Lakeside on Tuesdays between 7pm to 8.30pm and Thursdays in the De La Salle field from 7pm to 8.30pm. ~ LOTTO ~ There was no winner of the Eu12,800 Aodh Ruadh Lotto jackpot. In the lucky dip Eu100 went to: Pat McMenamin, Tullyhorky; Eu20 went each to: Wilma Matthews, c/o Market House; Breege McDermott, Belleek; P. J. Gavigan, c/o McGinley's; The Kane family, Cluain Barron; and James Greenan, Assaroe View. The numbers drawn were 5, 7, 11, 12, 13 and 15. Next draw is on Sunday night in The Travelers Rest, Cashelard on Sunday at 9pm sharp. The jackpot has now hit Eu13,000 so get out there and buy your ticket; if you're not in, you can't win! ~ BINGO ~ The principle winners at the Aodh Ruadh Bingo in the Abbey Centre last Friday were: Mary Butler of Ernedale Heights who won Eu350; Mrs. Chapman of Bundoran who won Eu140; Nuala McGowan of Grange who won Eu100; Kieran Reynolds who won Eu100; and Mrs. Horan who won Eu100. 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]. Naomh Pádraig The numbers drawn in this weeks lotto draw were 1, 3, 2, 4, 7, 5 and 6. There was no jackpot winner however the ?100 runner-up prize went to Eamonn Bradley, Caravan Park Quigley's Point. Next weeks jackpot will be ?950. Both the Seniors and the Reserves got back to winning ways at the weekend with 2 good victories against Lifford. The Seniors got off to the best possible start when the lively Mark Duffy rifled the ball to the bottom corner of the net after a few minutes. Both sides then traded points however another fluent Naomh Pádraig move ended with ball in the net once more, this time the scorer was the impressive Gerard McColgan. The visitors tried hard to get back into the game, adding another couple of points however a third Naomh Pádraig goal from Damian Diver gave the home side a comfortable 3-03 to 0-04 lead at half-time. Naomh Pádraig were slow out of the blocks in the second half however some wayward shooting by the visitors ensured the gap stayed the same. A fourth Naomh Pádraig goal from a Diver penalty ended the game as a contest and meant the home side eventually ran out easy winners on a scoreline of 4-10 to 0-08. There were impressive performances all over the field especially from Barry McColgan, Mark Duffy and Gerard McColgan. A word of mention also to Damian Diver who notched up 2-04 in his last game for the club before he heads of to America for the Summer. The Reserves started the evening off with a fine 1-07 to 1-05 victory against the same opposition with the goal coming from Ryan McColgan. There were impressive displays from Sean Harkin, Mark Wallace, Thomas McLaughlin and the returning Mickey McColgan however Man of the Match went to Kevin Wallace at half-forward. This weekend the Seniors play host to Naomh Colmcille, details to be given out at training. Naomh Padraig ladies lost to Robert Emmett's at the weekend. The ladies started poorly, conceding 1-05 within 4 minutes of the start. The remainder of the first half didn't improve, finishing 2-09 to 0-00 at half time. However, an early goal by Siobhan McDaid kick started the girls into action as the team clawed their way back into the game and displaying much better commitment than had been shown in the first half. Unfortunately, Robert Emmett's had established a lead by half time that the girls were unable to catch, despite outscoring their rivals by 10 points in the second half. Good performances by Siobhan McDaid, Aisling McCallion, Rosie McColgan and Dara McDaid. The second half performance showed what the team can do when they apply themselves - a lesson to be learnt for future games. Training in the club continues as normal. The Ladies train on Wednesday's at 7pm and Saturday's at 11am while the underage girls train on Thursday's at 6.30pm. Meanwhile boys U14 training also takes place on Thursday evenings at 6.30pm and the U12's now train on Monday evenings. The annual fee for the pitchside advertising signs is now due. Anyone seeking to have their sign re-erected is asked to contact a committee member asap. Donegal will take on Derry in McCumhaill Park Ballybofey on 1st June in the first round of the Ulster Championship. This game will be an all ticket affair. Anyone seeking tickets is asked to have their orders in to the club before the weekend to avoid disappointment. As with previous years, priority will be given to club members. There are a couple of important events to take note off that are coming up within the club over the summer months. The Sports Day will return again this year after being introduced last year as part of Neal Toye's successful mayoral campaign. The action takes place on Sunday 6th July and will include all the usual events and more. There will be a meeting to organise and discuss the Sports Day in the clubhouse at 9pm on Friday 13th June. Anyone with any ideas is asked to come along. Secondly, the annual Summer Camp will also be taking place this summer. This is open to all Boys and Girls aged between 7 and 13 and is a great opportunity to enjoy Gaelic, Hurling and many other games. As always, keep an eye on the notes for further details on these events over the coming weeks. And as usual, you can receive these weekly notes via email by emailing [email protected]. Alternatively, text your mobile number to 0863919445 to get free text alerts on upcoming events within the club. Finally the club website is now up and running. Log onto www.naomhpadraig.com to keep up to date with all club activities or onto www.bebo.com/NaomhPadraigAbu for our Bebo page. St. Nauls SENIORS / RESERVES Both teams had good wins at home to Malin on Saturday evening last with the unusual situation of the seniors playing first. Playing first seemed to suit them as they ran out comfortable winners on a scoreline of 2 - 10 to 3 points. The reserves had a more competitive outing, shading their tie by a single point 3 - 7 to 1 - 12. Both teams have a rest period now, resuming with home games against Fanad Gaels on the weekend of 14th/15th June. SLOTTO No results at time of writing. Next weekend's jackpot will be 580 euro. CHAMPIONSHIP V DERRY. The championship games against Derry in McCumhaill Park on Sunday week June 1st is all ticket. Members are advised to get in their orders to a member of the club executive by this Sunday evening 25th May at 8pm. LADIES There will be a meeting for all parents and players on Thursday 22nd May at 7pm in the clubhouse. It is important that everybody involved in the ladies club attend this meeting. Any player who has not as yet registered may do so at the meeting. The senior ladies team went down to a strong and fit Naomh Padraig Lifford team by 4-4 to 1-7 in Mountcharles on Sunday. It was a closely fought game until the last five minutes when Lifford scored two quick goals after St. Nauls had what appeared to be a good goal disallowed. The team was : Lisa Henry; Connie McGroarty, Alisha McBrearty, Siobhan McDyre; Geraldine Sheerin, Allison McGready, Orla McGettigan; Sharon McIntyre (0-2) Laura Kenny (0-1); Donna Kelly, Kelly Meehan, Annaleigh Breslin; Caoimhe Maguire (0-2) Sofie Gallagher (1-0) Jody McInaw (0-2). Subs used; Grace McMonagle, Teresa Norby, Maria Breslin, Linda Kenny and Leanne McInaw. Their next game is away to Muff on Sunday next at 12 noon and the bus will leave Frosses car park at 9.30 sharp and Londis Mountcharles at 9.40. Training continues on Tuesdays at 6 and Fridays at 6.30 in Mountcharles. Tweet

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