Tuesday 12.10 am
U 16s’:
Our U 16s had a comprehensive win over under-strength Tulsk in the Ahern Cup on Sunday. They will now meet Eire Og in the semi final of this competition.The other semi final will feature St Croan’s and Elphin.
U 21s’ Draw and Win:
The U21s’ commenced their championship campaign with a hard earned draw with Eire OG in a wet and windy Abbey Park on Saturday. Then in their second game, on Bank Holiday Monday, against St Ciaran’s in Fuerty they had a good victory; Boyle 0.17 St. Ciaran’s 1.11. Regrettably I was unable to attend and hopefully I’ll get some detail of this win. I imagine also that the side are also in the final shake up of the competition as a result of these results.
O’Gara Cup Final:
Saturday next is a big day for the Club as the Mc Govern Directional Drilling Intermediate team will play Roscommon Gaels in the O'Gara Cup Final in Elphin at 3pm. It is hoped that supporters will turn out in strength.
Minor EGM:
An EGM of the Mior Club will be held on this Thursday 29th October in the Royal Hotel at 8.30pm. It is important that all who are involved or who intend to be involved with team management in the Club are in attendance so that they can be briefed on rules of conduct for all team panels.This should ensure consistency of implementation of code of conduct among all teams.
U 8 Registrations:
Parents are advised that registration for all under 8s who wish to play football in the coming year will take place in the Sports Complex on Monday 2nd November from 6pm to 7pm. All boys who were born in 2002 and 2003 are eligible for registration.
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Monday, October 19, 2009
Mon. 11am.
Lotto:
The following were €25 winners in the most recent Boyle Club Lotto draw which was held in Daly's; Martin Henry, Adrian McKenna, Sean McLoughlin, Francis Gaffney, Joe O'Donnell, Gertie McKeon, Marie Harvey, Michael O'Dowd, Kian Montgomery and Caroline Carty. The House prize was won by Noel Conroy. The jackpot was not won. This week's draw will be held in the Moylurg Inn with Kathleen Hanmore's team in charge.The jackpot will be €2,500.
U 16s’:
The U16s had a comprehensive win over Strokestown on Sunday in Strokestown in the Afirst round of the Ahern Cup.Their next ooting will be on Sunday next in the Abbey Park at 12 noon against Tulsk.
U 21s’:
The U21s will start their championship with a bang this coming weekend when they will have two games. They will host Eire Og on Saturday at 4.30pm in the Abbey Park while they will travel to Fuerty on Bank Holiday Monday to take on St Ciarans at 1pm.
O’Gara Cup final:
The O'Gara Cup Final between Boyle and Roscommon Gaels will take place in Elphin on Saturday week 31st Oct at 3pm.
Scor:
All interested in participating in any of the Scór na nOg activities are requested to contact Martin Dolan at 086 2413529 by this Wednesday evening. There are a wide range of activities including music, singing, dancing, quiz, recitation and novelty act and it is open to those who are under 17 years as at 1st January 2010. The Club is anxious to be well represented and there are loads of musical talent in the locality who could enjoy the chance to participate.
Grounds Nomination:
The Club is delighted with the announcement that the Abbey Park has been nominated as the best kept gound in the smaller clubs category by the County Board. This award is a tribute to the small dedicated group who work so hard to maintain the grounds and indeed to all users of the facilities who appreciate and take pride in its appearance.
Congratulations:
Congratulations are extended to Mrs Mary Kate Hanmore, the matriarch of a well known Boyle GAA family, on celebrating her one hundreth birthday at the weekend.t was great to see Roch on his return visit with his girfriend. I'm sure they are enjoying their trip and we wish them well.
Well done:
Well done to Castlerea St Kevins and to our neighbours Ballinameen on their respective successes in the Connacht Club Championship and commiserations to St Croan’s who almost made it a treble.
Bon Voyage:
Best wishes are extended to Damien Keenehan who begins his travels this week in going to New Zealand. Damien has been a pivot of Boyle teams since he was under 10 and has come back to the top with great determination after a very arm injury. The quiet man of the Club will be sorely missed at both club and county level. We wish him an enjoyable and fulfilling trip.
Minor EGM:
An EGM of the minor club will be held on Thursday 29th October at 8.30pm in the Royal Hotel. It is important that all who have been involved in team management during the past or will be in the coming year, are in attendance to be briefed on Club rules of conduct for team panels and appropriate approach for managers.
Boyle Ladies Club;
The U14 girls bowed out of the championship after a very exciting semi final against Roscommon Gaels on Saturday evening in the Abbey Park. This was a game where goals and excitement were a plenty. Boyle had built up what looked like a match-winning lead in the middle of the second half but failed to close the door as the Italians might do. Ros. Gaels came back strong and snatched victory at the end. While Boyle amassed a substantial early lead, the Roscommon Gaels girls finished the stronger and held out for a two point win. It was an excellent and exciting game with an amount of skill and determination on display. Boyle as one observer said ‘gave it their all and had little left in the tank by the end’. It was disappointing but encouraging for the future as there are a lot of fine young players on board. So here’s to next season. The Club wishes to thank the management team of Nicole, Sinead and Gavin and the girl’s themselves for their hard work and dedication throughout the season, as well as their parents/guardians for their involvement. Girls U16 training will begin in December as the U16 competitions will commence in February. More details to follow.
Lotto:
The following were €25 winners in the most recent Boyle Club Lotto draw which was held in Daly's; Martin Henry, Adrian McKenna, Sean McLoughlin, Francis Gaffney, Joe O'Donnell, Gertie McKeon, Marie Harvey, Michael O'Dowd, Kian Montgomery and Caroline Carty. The House prize was won by Noel Conroy. The jackpot was not won. This week's draw will be held in the Moylurg Inn with Kathleen Hanmore's team in charge.The jackpot will be €2,500.
U 16s’:
The U16s had a comprehensive win over Strokestown on Sunday in Strokestown in the Afirst round of the Ahern Cup.Their next ooting will be on Sunday next in the Abbey Park at 12 noon against Tulsk.
U 21s’:
The U21s will start their championship with a bang this coming weekend when they will have two games. They will host Eire Og on Saturday at 4.30pm in the Abbey Park while they will travel to Fuerty on Bank Holiday Monday to take on St Ciarans at 1pm.
O’Gara Cup final:
The O'Gara Cup Final between Boyle and Roscommon Gaels will take place in Elphin on Saturday week 31st Oct at 3pm.
Scor:
All interested in participating in any of the Scór na nOg activities are requested to contact Martin Dolan at 086 2413529 by this Wednesday evening. There are a wide range of activities including music, singing, dancing, quiz, recitation and novelty act and it is open to those who are under 17 years as at 1st January 2010. The Club is anxious to be well represented and there are loads of musical talent in the locality who could enjoy the chance to participate.
Grounds Nomination:
The Club is delighted with the announcement that the Abbey Park has been nominated as the best kept gound in the smaller clubs category by the County Board. This award is a tribute to the small dedicated group who work so hard to maintain the grounds and indeed to all users of the facilities who appreciate and take pride in its appearance.
Congratulations:
Congratulations are extended to Mrs Mary Kate Hanmore, the matriarch of a well known Boyle GAA family, on celebrating her one hundreth birthday at the weekend.t was great to see Roch on his return visit with his girfriend. I'm sure they are enjoying their trip and we wish them well.
Well done:
Well done to Castlerea St Kevins and to our neighbours Ballinameen on their respective successes in the Connacht Club Championship and commiserations to St Croan’s who almost made it a treble.
Bon Voyage:
Best wishes are extended to Damien Keenehan who begins his travels this week in going to New Zealand. Damien has been a pivot of Boyle teams since he was under 10 and has come back to the top with great determination after a very arm injury. The quiet man of the Club will be sorely missed at both club and county level. We wish him an enjoyable and fulfilling trip.
Minor EGM:
An EGM of the minor club will be held on Thursday 29th October at 8.30pm in the Royal Hotel. It is important that all who have been involved in team management during the past or will be in the coming year, are in attendance to be briefed on Club rules of conduct for team panels and appropriate approach for managers.
Boyle Ladies Club;
The U14 girls bowed out of the championship after a very exciting semi final against Roscommon Gaels on Saturday evening in the Abbey Park. This was a game where goals and excitement were a plenty. Boyle had built up what looked like a match-winning lead in the middle of the second half but failed to close the door as the Italians might do. Ros. Gaels came back strong and snatched victory at the end. While Boyle amassed a substantial early lead, the Roscommon Gaels girls finished the stronger and held out for a two point win. It was an excellent and exciting game with an amount of skill and determination on display. Boyle as one observer said ‘gave it their all and had little left in the tank by the end’. It was disappointing but encouraging for the future as there are a lot of fine young players on board. So here’s to next season. The Club wishes to thank the management team of Nicole, Sinead and Gavin and the girl’s themselves for their hard work and dedication throughout the season, as well as their parents/guardians for their involvement. Girls U16 training will begin in December as the U16 competitions will commence in February. More details to follow.
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Thurs. 12 noon.
Lotto Draw:
There was no jackpot winner at the GAA Draw in Daly's. the numbers drawn were; 2/4/14/20. The €20 winners were: Martin Henry/Adrian McKenna/Sean McLoughlin/Francis Gaffney/Joe O'Donnell/ Gertie McKeon/Marie Harvey/Michael O'Dowd/Kian Montgomery/Caroline Carty.
The House Prize went to Noel Conroy. The next draw, on the 24th of October takes place in the Moylurg with the Jackpot at: €2500.
U 14 Girls:
Boyle U14 Girls play Roscommon Gaels in Boyle this Saturday in the Division
2A semi final, throw in at 5.30pm. This team and their Management would
appreciate support for this game. Good luck to all involved.
Lotto Draw:
There was no jackpot winner at the GAA Draw in Daly's. the numbers drawn were; 2/4/14/20. The €20 winners were: Martin Henry/Adrian McKenna/Sean McLoughlin/Francis Gaffney/Joe O'Donnell/ Gertie McKeon/Marie Harvey/Michael O'Dowd/Kian Montgomery/Caroline Carty.
The House Prize went to Noel Conroy. The next draw, on the 24th of October takes place in the Moylurg with the Jackpot at: €2500.
U 14 Girls:
Boyle U14 Girls play Roscommon Gaels in Boyle this Saturday in the Division
2A semi final, throw in at 5.30pm. This team and their Management would
appreciate support for this game. Good luck to all involved.
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Tues. 1 pm.
The U 21 game scheduled for Sat. next does not go ahead on Sat. as stated below. We'll let you know anon.
Boyle Minor club is looking for an U 10 coach for the County Club Pilot coaching programme. this is great opportunity for under-age coaching in the club so hopefully a good coach will come forward for the under 10s'. If interested please contact Pat Goldrick.
The U 21 game scheduled for Sat. next does not go ahead on Sat. as stated below. We'll let you know anon.
Boyle Minor club is looking for an U 10 coach for the County Club Pilot coaching programme. this is great opportunity for under-age coaching in the club so hopefully a good coach will come forward for the under 10s'. If interested please contact Pat Goldrick.
Monday, October 12, 2009
Mon. 1.30 pm.
Juniors Fall Just Short:
Boyle's Feelystone team were gallant losers to Clann na Gael in the County Final of the Junior ‘B’ Championship on Saturday last in Fuerty. It was a game that was very evenly contested for the most part. Clann had that mix of youth and experience that saw them shade the issue. They were more precise in their construction, had a number of strong older players in key positions and some lively fast players on the wings. Their goalie too chipped in with two fine match-winning saves, one in the first half from Brian McCrann and the second from a penalty 13 minutes into the second half. Ciaran Beirne the Boyle goalie also saved a Clann penalty in the first and they had a goal disallowed for a square ball infringement. Clann were on top somewhat through the first half and led at half-time on the score of Clann 0.8 Boyle 0.5. A major contributor to Clann’s tally came from their excellent free-taker, number 10, Conor Duignan. Boyle were more in charge through the second half and eventually clawed their way back to level terms to 10 all on 27 minutes. Boyle had the opportunity to go forward but a poor, quickly taken, free led to a Clann break which ended in their match-winning goal on 28 minutes with an insurance point in injury time. The final score: Clann na Gael 1.11 Boyle 0.10. In fairness neither side could be faulted for effort also the standard, for a junior ‘B’ game, was very good. Best for Boyle, where a number of players were unable to reach the semi-final levels of the Western Gaels game, were Beirne in goals, Healy, Cox and Lyons strove manfully in the backs Ciaran Cox did well at midfield with Lavin contributing a number of sallies and a fisted point. The forwards struggled to get scores and were guilty of some misses. Again Noel McKenna worked tirelessly with Darren O’Connor and Brendan McQuaid. The Boyle team was as follows: C. Beirne, C. Horan, J. Healy (Capt.), J. Lyons, A. Finn, M. O’Donnell, K. Cox, P. Lavin (0.1), C. Cox (0.2), D. Greenan (0.1), D. O’Connor (0.1), D. Kelly (0.1), B. McCrann (0.4, 1X 45 and 3 frees), N. McKenna, R. Walshe, with J. McDermott and B. McQuaid. Thanks to the entire panel and the management team of David O'Connor, Bernie Shannon, Paul Beirne and Dessie McLoughlin.
U 16s’:
The Under 16s will travel to Strokestown to play the home team in the first round of the Ahern Cup on Sunday next at 12 noon. They are still awaiting news of their opponents in the U16 Div 1 League Final.
U 21s’:
The U21s’ will be in action against St Ciaran’s in Fuerty on Saturday week October the 24th-time to be confirmed.
Scor na nOg:
Entries are now required for Scór na nOg. Participants must be under 17 as at 1st January 2010.Scór activities include Figure Dancing, Set Dancing, Quiz, Solo Singing, Recitation, Ballad Group and Novelty Act . The Club is anxious to get involved in this aspect of GAA activity and those interested should contact Martin Dolan at 086 2413529 immediately.
Dressing Rooms Complex:
Work is well advanced on the construction of our new dressing rooms/club rooms in the Abbey Park and their appearance is the subject of much favourable comment. They will add considerably to the facilities which will be available to our own members and to visiting teams and patrons. It is intended that they will be open in spring of next year.
Boyle Ladies Club;
The U14 girls overcame Michael Glaveys to reach the County Semi Final of the Division 2A competition. They will meet group winners Roscommon Gaels on this Saturday-venue and time to be confirmed. Abbey Park was a hive of activity on Saturday last as the Club hosted a number of County Finals in the other divisions of this competition.
Juniors Fall Just Short:
Boyle's Feelystone team were gallant losers to Clann na Gael in the County Final of the Junior ‘B’ Championship on Saturday last in Fuerty. It was a game that was very evenly contested for the most part. Clann had that mix of youth and experience that saw them shade the issue. They were more precise in their construction, had a number of strong older players in key positions and some lively fast players on the wings. Their goalie too chipped in with two fine match-winning saves, one in the first half from Brian McCrann and the second from a penalty 13 minutes into the second half. Ciaran Beirne the Boyle goalie also saved a Clann penalty in the first and they had a goal disallowed for a square ball infringement. Clann were on top somewhat through the first half and led at half-time on the score of Clann 0.8 Boyle 0.5. A major contributor to Clann’s tally came from their excellent free-taker, number 10, Conor Duignan. Boyle were more in charge through the second half and eventually clawed their way back to level terms to 10 all on 27 minutes. Boyle had the opportunity to go forward but a poor, quickly taken, free led to a Clann break which ended in their match-winning goal on 28 minutes with an insurance point in injury time. The final score: Clann na Gael 1.11 Boyle 0.10. In fairness neither side could be faulted for effort also the standard, for a junior ‘B’ game, was very good. Best for Boyle, where a number of players were unable to reach the semi-final levels of the Western Gaels game, were Beirne in goals, Healy, Cox and Lyons strove manfully in the backs Ciaran Cox did well at midfield with Lavin contributing a number of sallies and a fisted point. The forwards struggled to get scores and were guilty of some misses. Again Noel McKenna worked tirelessly with Darren O’Connor and Brendan McQuaid. The Boyle team was as follows: C. Beirne, C. Horan, J. Healy (Capt.), J. Lyons, A. Finn, M. O’Donnell, K. Cox, P. Lavin (0.1), C. Cox (0.2), D. Greenan (0.1), D. O’Connor (0.1), D. Kelly (0.1), B. McCrann (0.4, 1X 45 and 3 frees), N. McKenna, R. Walshe, with J. McDermott and B. McQuaid. Thanks to the entire panel and the management team of David O'Connor, Bernie Shannon, Paul Beirne and Dessie McLoughlin.
U 16s’:
The Under 16s will travel to Strokestown to play the home team in the first round of the Ahern Cup on Sunday next at 12 noon. They are still awaiting news of their opponents in the U16 Div 1 League Final.
U 21s’:
The U21s’ will be in action against St Ciaran’s in Fuerty on Saturday week October the 24th-time to be confirmed.
Scor na nOg:
Entries are now required for Scór na nOg. Participants must be under 17 as at 1st January 2010.Scór activities include Figure Dancing, Set Dancing, Quiz, Solo Singing, Recitation, Ballad Group and Novelty Act . The Club is anxious to get involved in this aspect of GAA activity and those interested should contact Martin Dolan at 086 2413529 immediately.
Dressing Rooms Complex:
Work is well advanced on the construction of our new dressing rooms/club rooms in the Abbey Park and their appearance is the subject of much favourable comment. They will add considerably to the facilities which will be available to our own members and to visiting teams and patrons. It is intended that they will be open in spring of next year.
Boyle Ladies Club;
The U14 girls overcame Michael Glaveys to reach the County Semi Final of the Division 2A competition. They will meet group winners Roscommon Gaels on this Saturday-venue and time to be confirmed. Abbey Park was a hive of activity on Saturday last as the Club hosted a number of County Finals in the other divisions of this competition.
Friday, October 9, 2009
Friday 9 pm:
Just a reminder about the Junior 'B' Final Boyle V Clann na Gael in Fuerty stadium tomorrow Saturday at 5.15. Good luck to all there.
I've just seen, in 'Into the West' (the magazine!), that you can get to this blog straight by logging on to: www.tconboy.blogspot.com....... the backdoor. A nice item and jesture there also dealing with Galway honouring 'Unsung Heroes' of Galway GAA clubs.
A interesting piece in a web site called 'Squareball.com regarding the Cavan All-Ireland Minor finalist Kevin McCormack thought to be dead but who turned up at their 50th anniversary get-together in Cavan in August. Check the pic. of Kevin especially.
Great to see that Bertie (Ahern) has recovered. He has just published his 'Memoirs'. This is a great achievement for a man who was unable to remember who gave him £10,000 a few years ago!
Is there any truth in the rumour that the new Cathairleach of the Dail is going to be Jackie Healy Ray?
C'est la vie.
Just a reminder about the Junior 'B' Final Boyle V Clann na Gael in Fuerty stadium tomorrow Saturday at 5.15. Good luck to all there.
I've just seen, in 'Into the West' (the magazine!), that you can get to this blog straight by logging on to: www.tconboy.blogspot.com....... the backdoor. A nice item and jesture there also dealing with Galway honouring 'Unsung Heroes' of Galway GAA clubs.
A interesting piece in a web site called 'Squareball.com regarding the Cavan All-Ireland Minor finalist Kevin McCormack thought to be dead but who turned up at their 50th anniversary get-together in Cavan in August. Check the pic. of Kevin especially.
Great to see that Bertie (Ahern) has recovered. He has just published his 'Memoirs'. This is a great achievement for a man who was unable to remember who gave him £10,000 a few years ago!
Is there any truth in the rumour that the new Cathairleach of the Dail is going to be Jackie Healy Ray?
C'est la vie.
Monday, October 5, 2009
Mon. 12.30 pm...Top Corner:
Executive Meeting 9 pm the Royal Hotel Wed. the 7th.
Fixtures:
Sat. the 10th junior ‘B’ Championship final at Fuerty at 5.15.
Sun. the 11th girls U 14s’ V Ml. Glavey’s at Boyle at 1 pm.
Intermediate O’Gara cup final V Ros. Gaels to be fixed.
U 16s’ County Final and Ahern cup games to be fixed also.
I apologise for the omission of notes last week as I was away.
Lotto:
The Boyle Club Lotto draw was last held in Creighton’s. The numbers drawn were: 3/21/24/26. The jackpot of €2,300 was not won.The €20 winners were as follows; Roy Shannon, Tom Cunningham, Peggy Feely, Marie Lavin, Deirdre Purcell, Josie Daly c/o Dalys', John Mitchell, George O'Connor, Damien Keenehan and Camilla McQuaid. The house prize was won by Gerry Callaghan. This week’s draw will be held in Dalys' with Team 'B' in charge. The jackpot will be €2,400.
Juniors Win Northern C’Ship:
The highlight of the week was the winning of the first siverware of the year, by an adult team, with the winning by the Feelystone team of the North ‘B’ Junior championship following a one point win over a gallant Western Gaels team in Elphin on Saturday on the score of Boyle 0.9 western Gaels 0.8. Playing with a strong wind in the first half Boyle led by 4 points to 3 at half-time. It did not look enough. In that first half Boyle had 8 wides and a couple of missed goal opportunities. The scorers were Donal Kelly 2; Noel McKenna 1; and Darren O’Connor 1. Boyle missed another very good opportunity immediately on the resumption but the expected dominance from Western Gaels did not materialise. The scoring was patchy for both sides, for a time, but three McCrann pointed frees put Boyle in the lead on 22 minutes. However Boyle went into a three point lead coming near the end of the game thanks to Donal Kelly’s two further points. Western Gaels came back with two late points but despite the confusion as to what the final position was –which was unusual- Boyle had edged the win by one point and were obviously delighted to do so. The Boyle team was as follows: C. Beirne, c. Horan, J. Healy (Capt.), J.S.Lyons, A.Finn, Ml. O’Donnell, C. Cox, P. Lavin, C. Cox, D. Kelly (0.4), D.O’Connor (0.1), D. Greenan, B. McCrann (0.3 frees), N. McKenna (0.1), R. Walshe subs. used J. McDermott and B. Harvey.
While I never like singling people out, the Boyle back line did well with Beirne continuing to impress in goals; John Healy putting in a Captain’s shift at full back and Cillian Cox showing his strength and potential at wing back. Midfield was a bit patchy with line balls going astray etc. Noel McKenna worked hard up front and I imagine he was a fine club footballer in his prime. Darren O’Connor also did well as did McCrann, with the frees, in the middle of the second half. ‘Man of the Match’ was the evergreen Donal Kelly. Donal has been one of the unsung heroes of Boyle teams for years and this was another honest and telling contribution here. The team Captain, John Healy, in his acceptance speech, thanked Feelystone for their continuing sponsorship, the team management, his fellow players and panel members and our loyal supporters and the referee and officials, as well as the Western Gaels lads for a sporting game. This team will be back in action on this Saturday evening when they will meet Clan na Gael in the County Junior ‘B’ Final which will be played in Mulhern Park, Fuerty at 5.15 pm. As this will be Boyle's first adult county final of the year, Boyle supporters are asked to come out in large numbers. It will be the second game in a double header as Clan na Gael ‘A’ and St Brigids ‘A’ will meet in the Junior A Final prior to our game.The Club wishes to thank David O'Connor Auctioneering and Corrib Oil for sponsorship of food for the team on their return from Elphin on Saturday.
U 16s’:
The U16s, who had that fine win over St. Dominick’s over a week ago, are still awaiting news of the fixing of their County Final. Their opponents should be known by the weekend. They are also waiting the fixing of their Ahern Cup game versus Strokestown.
Scor na nOg:
Those interested in participating in Scór na nOg (those uner 17 as at 1st January 2010) should contact Martin Dolan (086 2413529) immediately. There is plenty of talent in the town and this is an opportunity to go on stage and who knows where it will end!
Minor Club Pilot Programme:
The Minor Club has been selected to pilot an Under 10 coaching programme for the coming year. This programme will be facilitated by the County Coaching Committee. Players eligible to participate are those born between 1st January 2000 and 31st December 2001. A registration/information evening will be held on Sunday next 11th October at 8pm in the Resource Centre, Abbeytown. Parents/guardians wishing their children to partake are requested to attend this session. The coaching programme will commence on Tuesday 13th October.
County Minor Management:
Anyone interested in becoming involved in the management of the County Minor team for 2010 are asked to contact Pat Goldrick within the coming week.
Club Sympathies:
The sympathy of the Club is extended to the Simon family, Smutternagh, on the death of Leo.
Boyle Ladies Club;
Boyle U14 girls have finished fourth in the Division 2A group in their championship campaign.They have to play Michael Glaveys in the quarter final to determine the last semi-finalist. This game will be played on Sunday next 11th October in the Abbey Park at 1pm. This is a must win game for this team. Support would be appreciated, especially from the parents of the panel members. Training continues as usual this week.
Sin e for now.
Executive Meeting 9 pm the Royal Hotel Wed. the 7th.
Fixtures:
Sat. the 10th junior ‘B’ Championship final at Fuerty at 5.15.
Sun. the 11th girls U 14s’ V Ml. Glavey’s at Boyle at 1 pm.
Intermediate O’Gara cup final V Ros. Gaels to be fixed.
U 16s’ County Final and Ahern cup games to be fixed also.
I apologise for the omission of notes last week as I was away.
Lotto:
The Boyle Club Lotto draw was last held in Creighton’s. The numbers drawn were: 3/21/24/26. The jackpot of €2,300 was not won.The €20 winners were as follows; Roy Shannon, Tom Cunningham, Peggy Feely, Marie Lavin, Deirdre Purcell, Josie Daly c/o Dalys', John Mitchell, George O'Connor, Damien Keenehan and Camilla McQuaid. The house prize was won by Gerry Callaghan. This week’s draw will be held in Dalys' with Team 'B' in charge. The jackpot will be €2,400.
Juniors Win Northern C’Ship:
The highlight of the week was the winning of the first siverware of the year, by an adult team, with the winning by the Feelystone team of the North ‘B’ Junior championship following a one point win over a gallant Western Gaels team in Elphin on Saturday on the score of Boyle 0.9 western Gaels 0.8. Playing with a strong wind in the first half Boyle led by 4 points to 3 at half-time. It did not look enough. In that first half Boyle had 8 wides and a couple of missed goal opportunities. The scorers were Donal Kelly 2; Noel McKenna 1; and Darren O’Connor 1. Boyle missed another very good opportunity immediately on the resumption but the expected dominance from Western Gaels did not materialise. The scoring was patchy for both sides, for a time, but three McCrann pointed frees put Boyle in the lead on 22 minutes. However Boyle went into a three point lead coming near the end of the game thanks to Donal Kelly’s two further points. Western Gaels came back with two late points but despite the confusion as to what the final position was –which was unusual- Boyle had edged the win by one point and were obviously delighted to do so. The Boyle team was as follows: C. Beirne, c. Horan, J. Healy (Capt.), J.S.Lyons, A.Finn, Ml. O’Donnell, C. Cox, P. Lavin, C. Cox, D. Kelly (0.4), D.O’Connor (0.1), D. Greenan, B. McCrann (0.3 frees), N. McKenna (0.1), R. Walshe subs. used J. McDermott and B. Harvey.
While I never like singling people out, the Boyle back line did well with Beirne continuing to impress in goals; John Healy putting in a Captain’s shift at full back and Cillian Cox showing his strength and potential at wing back. Midfield was a bit patchy with line balls going astray etc. Noel McKenna worked hard up front and I imagine he was a fine club footballer in his prime. Darren O’Connor also did well as did McCrann, with the frees, in the middle of the second half. ‘Man of the Match’ was the evergreen Donal Kelly. Donal has been one of the unsung heroes of Boyle teams for years and this was another honest and telling contribution here. The team Captain, John Healy, in his acceptance speech, thanked Feelystone for their continuing sponsorship, the team management, his fellow players and panel members and our loyal supporters and the referee and officials, as well as the Western Gaels lads for a sporting game. This team will be back in action on this Saturday evening when they will meet Clan na Gael in the County Junior ‘B’ Final which will be played in Mulhern Park, Fuerty at 5.15 pm. As this will be Boyle's first adult county final of the year, Boyle supporters are asked to come out in large numbers. It will be the second game in a double header as Clan na Gael ‘A’ and St Brigids ‘A’ will meet in the Junior A Final prior to our game.The Club wishes to thank David O'Connor Auctioneering and Corrib Oil for sponsorship of food for the team on their return from Elphin on Saturday.
U 16s’:
The U16s, who had that fine win over St. Dominick’s over a week ago, are still awaiting news of the fixing of their County Final. Their opponents should be known by the weekend. They are also waiting the fixing of their Ahern Cup game versus Strokestown.
Scor na nOg:
Those interested in participating in Scór na nOg (those uner 17 as at 1st January 2010) should contact Martin Dolan (086 2413529) immediately. There is plenty of talent in the town and this is an opportunity to go on stage and who knows where it will end!
Minor Club Pilot Programme:
The Minor Club has been selected to pilot an Under 10 coaching programme for the coming year. This programme will be facilitated by the County Coaching Committee. Players eligible to participate are those born between 1st January 2000 and 31st December 2001. A registration/information evening will be held on Sunday next 11th October at 8pm in the Resource Centre, Abbeytown. Parents/guardians wishing their children to partake are requested to attend this session. The coaching programme will commence on Tuesday 13th October.
County Minor Management:
Anyone interested in becoming involved in the management of the County Minor team for 2010 are asked to contact Pat Goldrick within the coming week.
Club Sympathies:
The sympathy of the Club is extended to the Simon family, Smutternagh, on the death of Leo.
Boyle Ladies Club;
Boyle U14 girls have finished fourth in the Division 2A group in their championship campaign.They have to play Michael Glaveys in the quarter final to determine the last semi-finalist. This game will be played on Sunday next 11th October in the Abbey Park at 1pm. This is a must win game for this team. Support would be appreciated, especially from the parents of the panel members. Training continues as usual this week.
Sin e for now.
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