LOTTO:   The jackpot currently stands at €3,600.  Last week's numbers were 3, 13, 16 and 18, and there was no winner.  Lucky dip winners were C. O'Leary, G. Larkin, T. Condon and P. Gleeson.  Next week's jackpot is €3,900.  Tickets can be purchased on a weekly basis from local shops and pubs.  Please support us as this support is vital to the development of the club. 

Intermediate Hurling County Final: Monaleen 0-08- Pallasgreen 0-11
Team: F Kenzie, D Madden, D Cosgrave, J Porter, C O'Brien, B Geary, E O' Connell, S Mullane, L Lyons, J O'Dwyer, E Doyle, L Murphy, P Russell, A LaTouche Cosgrave, G Collins. Subs: unused.
In wintry conditions in Bruff, Pallasgreen surged to an early lead of 4 points to 1 after 20 minutes.  In a game where we would record 16 wides, Monaleen were guilty of errant shooting in this opening period.  However a late flurry of scores put us ahead going into the break at 5 to 4.  Peter Russell and Ed Doyle scoring some lovely points.  The use of the short puckout was working well for the Monaleen outfit, with Jamie Porter getting on a lot of ball and some very intelligent hurling being played. Pallasgreen withdrew their corner forward, freeing up Jamie and this suited Monaleen with Feargal Kenzie then having plenty of options to play short.  The second half started at a quick pace with both sides exchanging scores. Pallas got a 2 point cushion which Monaleen could not pull back. Jamie Porter scored a massive point after dispossessing his man, breaking forward and under severe pressure pointing from 50 yards out.  With 10 mins remaining, Pallas were a point up, and after a great break from Shane Mullane, Peter Russell had a goal effort saved.  Pallasgreen broke upfield and were awarded a free which was pointed and the wind was taken from the Monaleen sails.  A frantic final few minutes saw Monaleen push for a goal, but to no avail. Pallasgreen held tough and recorded the win.  Well done to all involved this year. A huge effort by a very honest bunch. Next year will see us compete in The Premier Intermediate grade, which we are more than capable of winning.  With such an abundance of young talent, the future is bright.   Hurling was the winner in Monaleen this year. Our U21's, Intermediates and Junior B Hurlers all reached county finals with the U21's winning theirs.  Special mention to Brian Geary, Shane Mullane, Feargal Kenzie and Damien Cosgrave who all hurled with distinction yesterday. The same 4 men hurled magnificently 17 years ago when we last won the Intermediate Championship in 1997. A great record for 4 great servants of Monaleen Hurling.  Special mention also to the management team of Jimmy Browne, Eddie Cosgrave, Eamonn Cosgrave, Jed O'Dwyer, Tosh O'Connor, Ger Maughan and Dermot Foley.   Thanks for the excellent preparation and mentoring all year, all of which were top class.

Race Night: Monaleen GAA Club is currently commencing a substantial redevelopment programme which involves a much needed improvement in our playing facilities to cater for an ever increasing playing population.  The lands have been acquired, planning permission has recently been approved and expenditure in the region of €250,000 is required to cover the costs involved in providing a state of the art hurling wall, juvenile playing field and all-weather tennis courts.  We do have limited existing resources and some lotto funding has been approved.  However we do need to raise monies locally and in this regard we're holding a race night in the clubhouse on Saturday 29th November.  You can help in any of the following ways:
1. Become a Race Sponsor. -  €100.00
2. Advertise in the race programme.  Full page €100. Half page €60.00. Quarter page €40.00
3.  Nominate a horse. Owner €20.00.Trainer €10.00. Jockey €10.00
For further information talk to Alan Kitson, Tom Crosse, Conor Harty, Kevin Vaughan or Caroline O'Kane.
We also invite you to come along and enjoy an evening's entertainment which will involve Tote Betting, Finger Food and light entertainment.  A donation will be made to the Hope Foundation Transition Year Immersion Trip which is being undertaken by local students attending Castletroy College.  This is in keeping with Club Policy to make a charitable donation on an annual basis.

LADIES FOOTBALL: For all news and updates, like the Monaleen Ladies Football Facebook page.
Gaelic for Mothers & Others: Gaelic for Mothers and Others (G4MOs).  Come along Wednesdays 7:30-8:30 to the clubhouse pitch or ask Caroline O' Kane 087 6448807 for further details.

CAMOGIE:
Congratulations to our U11 and U13 camogie teams who were victorious in the finals of the City league last weekend.  More odetails to follow.  Training continues this week at UL North Campus at 6 p.m. on Thursday.

JUVENILE HURLING & FOOTBALL: 
Training Times: Don't forget the mouthguards! 
U5 Football (born 2009) : Tuesdays 7-8PM St. Vincent's.
U6 Football (born 2008) : Tuesdays 6-7PM St. Vincent's
2006/2007 Boys Hurling: Please note that the location and time for the 2006/2007 Boys hurling has changed to UL North Campus pitch at 5.45.
2008/2009 Boys Hurling: Please note that the location and time for the 2008/2009 Boys hurling has changed to Milford Hall at 7.00.
U-10 HURLING: Our U-10 hurlers(2004's) are currently participating in the U-11 2003 Winter Hurling league being held at St Patricks GAA every second Friday.  On the Friday nights where there is no league we are training indoors at St Christian's GAA indoor hall at 7pm. Our U-10's have played six matches to-date in the U-11 league and all the games have been close fought and very competitive. This is a great initiative that gives boys game time through the winter in excellent playing conditions. The GDA's and St Patricks deserve great praise for organising and hosting this league. Players who have played in league to date are Aiden Williams, Mark Kinsella, Leon McMahon, Darragh Clifford, Ben Hayes, Jack Ryan, Tony Power, Oisin Toland, Shane Twomey, Patrick Mulkern, Evan O'Connell, Evan Jenkins, Oisin Williams, Darragh Langan, Stephen Kiely, Conor Treacy and Darragh Murray. Our U-10 squad members born in 2005 are welcome to train with the 2005 group at the clubhouse pitch on the Fridays the U-11 2003 league is running.
U-10 Football: Training continues throughout November at 6.30pm at the clubhouse pitch.
U11 Football: Training has resumed on Mondays, at 6.30 in Peafield Road.
U12 Football: 2002 Boys Football U13 County Final  Last Saturday our U12 footballers reached their first (of many!) county finals. We were playing at U13 level for experience and got to the final on the back of three great wins in October. We played in Rathkeale against St Kieran's of Ardagh in the final. We had a strong line up of players on the day and our loyal supporters came out in force to cheer us on. St Kieran's were a very strong, physical but fair team and ran out comfortable winners in the end but that was not to take away from excellent performances all round by our boys. The year (and two years in some cases) difference in ages showed but our lads will be all the stronger for the experience. We went back to the Monaleen clubhouse afterwards for some food and refreshments to celebrate the boys great achievement of reaching the county final.  The panel on the day were: Paul Brennan, Paul O'Shea, Nicky O Dwyer, David Mullowney, Liam Dillon, Lee Bennett, Xavier Henry, Harry Doyle, Conor Carew, Ronan Lyons, Lachlann McHale, Niall Curtin, Donnacha O Dálaigh, Eoin O Driscoll, Luca Grimes, Jamie McNamara, Mark Collins, Ryan Power, Conor Yelverton, Noel Clancy and Cian Mulkearn.
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR JUVENILE MEMBERS  - www.monaleen.gaa.ie and follow the link on the homepage- Many thanks to all who have registered their children already, if you have not done so, please register your child as soon as possible - there will not be a registration day in the club this year..  Please note also that the registration fees have risen this year for the first time in several years - an instalment plan is available over four months for those who wish to avail of this option.  If you have any queries, contact Conor Harty or Caroline O'Kane.

MONALEEN GAA TENNIS CLUB
This past weekend saw five Monaleen tennis teams in action for Winter League matches. The Grade 3 Mixed team of Jennifer Colford, Yvonne Sheahan, Cezary Wisniewski and Declan O'Dálaigh had a 2-2 draw away to Kilfeakle and the Grade 5 mixed team of Louise Mullen, Eva Ros, Sorin Slavescu and Pat O'Shaughnessy had a deserved 3-1 win at home to Clonakilty.  The grade 4 mixed team had an impressive 4-0 win over visiting Rushbrooke.  Sorin Slavescu and Frank O'Brien came from 3-5 down in the 3rd set to win their men's match while Gillian Carragher and Noelle Hassett had a fine 3 set victory in the ladies. The grade 6 mixed team had an excellent 3-1 away win to Sunday's Well with strong performances from Brendan Carragher, John Harkin, Edmeia Oneda and Eliza Williams. Our ladies grade 6 team had a tough match away to Nenagh but was able to secure a 2-2 draw. Well done to Niamh Meehan, Ruth Buckley, Evelyn Hartigan and Tracy Hartigan. So from 6 matches, it's another unbeaten weekend for Monaleen Tennis! 3 wins and 2 draws. Please visit the website www.monaleengaatennisclub.com for details of upcoming Winter League matches, fun tennis nights and lots more.

CLUBHOUSE ACTIVITIES:
Osteo Fit - Every Wednesday at 2p.m - Exercises for Active Older Adults.
Osteofit - Exercise for strong bones and good balance.  Osteofit classes continue every Wednesday in Monaleen GAA Hall  at 2pm. The class is aimed at healthy independent active older adults. It involves a warm up, followed by exercises to help prevent falls and improve balance, strength, posture and bone density as well as some flexibility and relaxation. There is no commitment from you.  You can come along whenever you can.  You are invited to a complimentary first class and then the cost is €8 per session.  Find out more on www.osteofit.ie or call Brenda on 087 2255676.   Regulars (even if it has been a while!) and newcomers always welcome.
Set Dancing has returned on Thursday Nights
Lotto Draw: Every Thursday night at 10
Cards: Every Thursday night at 9
Having a Party? The Clubhouse is available to hire for private parties - 21st, 30th, 40th, Christenings/Communions, etc.  Talk to Tony Power, Caroline O'Kane or Paudie Ryan in the Bar
Monaleen GAA welcomes Slimming World to the clubhouse each Tuesday.  Class times are as follows:  9.30. 11.30. 3.30, 5.30 and 7.30. Everyone is welcome.

CLUB GEAR: Monaleen Club Sports Gear is available to purchase from the Castletroy Car Care shop next to SuperValu in the Castletroy Shopping Centre.
Monaleen GAA Club car stickers are now available from the clubhouse and a variety of sellers. €3 each or 2 for €5. Proudly show your support for your club.
Monaleen GAA is on Facebook - facebook.com/monaleenclubhouse.  Follow us for up to date information and happenings in our club.
If you would like to be included in the email circulation, please send your email address to Caroline at [email protected]

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