Senior Men

Our senior men began their 2015 league campaign away to Clan na Gael on Sunday afternoon and recorded a hard fought but fully deserved two point win, 0 - 11 to 1 - 6. The Shanes played with the wind at their backs in the opening half and it was Oisin Murphy who was on target first to put his side ahead with the Clans replying soon after. The sides then swapped points with Paul O'Rourke pointing a free for the Shanes but the Camlough side were guilty of not making the most of their chances in front of goal and it wasn't until the final ten minutes of the half that they found their range, scoring three points in a row with Sean McLoughlin (1) and Paul O'Rourke (2) on target. This saw the Shanes lead by three at the break but in fairness it should have been a whole lot more.

Two early frees from the home side at the start of the second-half brought them back to within one before another O'Rourke free put the Shanes two in front again. However, the Clans fired over their third free of the half to leave just the minimum between them again before they pounced on a poor Shanes kick-out to find the back of the net to put them two ahead. A well taken point from Paul O'Rourke and a pointed free from Sean McLoughlin had the Shanes back on level terms before Micheál Brady popped the ball over to put his side back in front. Clan na Gael levelled again soon after but two late points from the boot of O'Rourke sealed the win for the Shanes and put their first two league points on the board.

Next up a home game next Sunday against Mullaghbawn.

Senior Ladies

Our senior ladies were scheduled to play Clann Eireann on Monday 13th April but the game has been postponed and may take place on Wednesday 22nd April but this is to be confirmed. Next Saturday, 18th April our senior ladies will take part in the Clann Eireann 7s tournament. Training continues on Tuesday and Friday evenings at 7.00pm in St Paul's field.

Minor Boys

Our minor boys are scheduled to play O'Doirnin Blues on Monday night, 13th April in Culloville. All players are asked to meet at the club at 5.45pm

Minor Girls

Training continues on Tuesday and Friday evenings at 7.00pm in St Paul's field.

U16 Boys

Our U16 boys had their first league game last Thursday evening away to Dromintee and after a high scoring contest the Shanes lost out by six points, 5 - 16 to 6 - 7. After a closely fought first-half the Shanes trailed by three at the break and after ten minutes of the second period they had edged ahead by a single point. However, the home side gained control to lead by ten points with time running out but the Shanes kept battling right to the end but unfortunately came up just short. The lads return to action this Thursday evening with a home game against Tir na nÓg.

U16 Girls

Training continues on Tuesday and Friday evenings at 7.00pm in St Paul's field.

U14 Girls

The U14 girls played in the Armagh Feile on Saturday in Clan Eireann. Whilst they didn't qualify from their group, they did play some good football that will prepare them well for the upcoming Division 1 league campaign which begins on Monday 13th April with away game against Clan na Gael in Lurgan at 7.00pm. All girls are asked to meet at the club at 5.30pm. Training will continue every Wednesday from 6.30pm - 7.30pm.

U12½ Boys

Our U12½ boys travelled to Whitecross on Sunday morning for a challenge game. There was some excellent football on show from both sides and some fine individual performances. This was an excellent start to the season and gives us something to build on in the next few weeks as we begin the build up to the start of the league and the first tournaments of the year. The Shanes management would like to thank Whitecross for hosting the game and to thank the parents who assisted with lifts. The league begins at the end of the month and it is vitally important that all players at this age group attend the training sessions at club which take place on Tuesday and Friday evenings at 6.00pm and another challenge game is expected for next week-end.

U12 Girls

The U12s played their first league game away to Grange on Sunday evening but no result was available at time of going to press. Training continues every Wednesday from 6. 30pm - 7.30pm and all girls are asked to attend.

U10s

The U10s were in action on Sunday morning against Bosco in Newry. What started as a miserable morning thankfully cleared up in time for the game which was played in good conditions. There were a lot of absentees on the morning but the kids that turned up had a good run out with a number of good performances and a couple of excellent ones. Despite a slow start to the game, on what was the first run out of the season, the young Shanes settled down well in the second half and produced some lovely football. Training continues on Tuesday and Friday evenings at 6.00pm and it is hoped to have another game arranged for next weekend.

U8s

The U8s had their first games of the season on Thursday night against Bosco and Glenn in Newry and it was a very enjoyable evening's football. There were plenty of good performances on the night with some excellent defending and score taking but plenty of areas for improvement were also spotted by management. Thanks to the Bosco club for the invite and organisation. All players are reminded that now the brighter evenings have arrived training continues every Tuesday and Friday night at the field at 6.00pm unless advised otherwise. Matches or training will generally be arranged for weekends but these will be advised of from week to week.

U6s

Training for our U6s resumes this Wednesday evening, 15th April after the Easter break in Bessbrook Community Centre at 6.00pm and all boys and girls at this age group are welcome to attend.

Monthly Executive Meeting

The next monthly executive committee meeting will take place in the club on Monday night, 13th April at 9.00pm and all committee members are asked to attend.

Armagh County Board Gaeltacht Scholarship Scheme 2015

The annual Feis CLG Ard Mhacha for Gaeltacht part-scholarships will be held on Tuesday 28th April at 7.00pm in the Ceannáras at the Athletic Grounds. Young people from clubs across the county will have an opportunity to win a part-scholarship to attend a Gaeltacht course during the summer and arrange for the completion of the application form.

Annual Country & Western Night

The club is hosting its annual Country and Western night over the May-Day bank holiday weekend on Saturday 2nd May. This is a fun night for all with a country karaoke competition, barbecue and several prizes on offer including best dressed cowboy and cowgirl. On the night we expect to see a number of cameo appearances by some local leading country music stars and everyone is welcome to come along and enjoy a great night's craic.

Lotto

Last week's winning lotto numbers were 13, 15, 20 & 26. There were no jackpot winners and 2 x match three winners. The jackpot now stands at £2600.

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