Mon. 1.30.

THE AGM; 

There was a large and enthusiastic attendance at Boyle (Senior) GAA Club's AGM on Saturday evening last in the Clubroom. Outgoing Chairperson Aidan Lavin welcomed the attendance and congratulated all involved in making 2013 such a successful year for the Club.
Thanks to the Sponsors:
He congratulated the 'McGovern Directional Drilling' Intermediates and their management on achieving promotion to the O’Rourke Cup and on winning the Intermediate Championship and reaching the Connacht Club Final.
He also thanked the 'Cooney Motors/ Cooneys Centra' Junior and the National Automation Limited U21s and their respective managements  on reaching the final stages of their respective competitions. He thanked the sponsors of those teams and all who had made special contributions to the fundraising for the Intermediates. He also thanked Boyle Credit Union for sponsorship of the electronic scoreboard in the Abbey Park. Aidan also thanked all who helped in any way with Club activities throughout the year, including the Rural Social Scheme workers under Gerard Tivnan for their efforts. Aidan also thanked all who had worked with him during his six years as Chairperson, describing the Club members as his extended GAA family. He paid special tribute to Club Secretary Kathleen Hanmore, who was also stepping down after many years in the post. Kathleen presented a very comprehensive report on the year’s activities. The Treasurer Mary Smith presented a detailed statement of the Club’s finances. She thanked all who had participated in the Club’s various fundraising activities, and all who had supported the fundraising, including those who supported the Club Lotto. She also thanked Brogans and Natural Options Chemists for their sponsorship of the lotto envelopes. The Outgoing PRO Martin Dolan thanked the Roscommon Herald and Sean O’Dowd at Realboyle, and the County Board PRO for their excellent coverage of the Club’s activities.

Officers for 2014:
The following were elected; President; John Joe Nerney, Vice President; Barry Feely, Chairperson; Martin Dolan, Vice Chairperson; Kathleen Hanmore, Secretary Mary Clifford, Assistant Secretary; Barry Lowe, Treasurer; Mary Smith, P.R.O Mark O’Donohoe, Asst P.R.O Bernie Mullins, Delegates to County Board; Martin Dolan with Aidan Lavin and John Kelly,Delegates to Northern Board; Michael Brennan and Paul Beirne, Childrens’ Officer; Jan Flanagan, Insurance Officer; Michael Furey,  Registrar;  Cian Smith, History Officer; Tony Conboy, Lotto Co-ordinator; Aidan Lavin, Pitch Co-ordinator; Martin Purcell. Jonathan Conroy was ratified as U21 Manager. Club membership was fixed at €80 for players and €20 for non players. The meeting advised that all players be registered immediately and subscriptions to be given to Cian Smith.


Club Meeting Tues. the 21st:

A special meeting of the Club will be held in the Clubroom on this Tuesday night (21st) at 9pm to consider the motions arising from the deliberations of the County Games Development Committee, which will come before the forthcoming County Board Special Convention. All Club members are asked to attend.

 

Lotto Draw Report:

The following were €20 winners at the last Club Lotto draw, which was held in Wynnes Bar; Mary and Cathal McGee, Tom Commons, John and Marguerite Nally, Aine Tivnan, Michael Candon and Fiachra Tivnan. The house prize was won by Daniel Scanlon. The jackpot wasn’t won and it will stand at €5,400 for next Saturday night’s draw which will be held in Mattimoe’s, with Team D in charge. 

 

THE DINNER DANCE:

Shane Curran has been confirmed as the Special Guest for the Club’s Presentation Dinner Dance, to be held in Kilronan Castle Hotel on Saturday 8th February. Tickets are in great demand for this event and patrons are advised to  contact any of the Club officers to get tickets.

The MINOR CLUB AGM will be held in the Clubroom on Saturday 1st February at 5pm in the Clubroom.

Boyle Ladies

The AGM of Boyle Ladies Football Club will be held in the Clubroom on Sunday next 26th January at 5pm. All players and members and all who are interested in the continuing development of ladies football in Boyle are asked to attend. Training for Intermediate Ladies will be held in the Abbey Park on Friday at 8pm. All players are asked to be on the pitch and ready to go at 7.55pm.

Martin Dolan

Boyle Senior Club AGM will be held in the Clubroom on Saturday evening next 18th January at 5pm. All who are interested the ongoing development of Gaelic Games in the Parish are asked to attend. This includes all existing Club members, officials, players and managements. We are especially anxious to welcome those might not have been involved heretofore, but who have an interest in our activities. 2013 has been a very successful year for the Club and it is only with the support of everyone that we can progress further. Stepping down this year are; Club Chairman, Aidan Lavin who has been in the position six years now; dynamic Secretary, Kathleen Hanmore and Ass. P.R.O. T. Conboy after large chunks of decades!
The County Board will unveil a plaque in the club rooms on Thursday Jan. the 23^rd. This is to commemorate the founding of the GAA in County Roscommon at a meeting in Boyle on Jan. the 23^rd 1889, so this is the 125^th Anniversary of that event.
Plans are progressing for the Club’s Annual Presentation Dance which will be held in Kilronan Castle Hotel on Saturday night 8th of February. The Special Guest for the night has been confirmed. It is none other than St Brigids All-Ireland winning goalkeeper Shane Curran. Music on the night will be provided by the HeeBeeGeeBees. Tickets will be available from Club officers.
The Club wishes to thank Michael Brennan, Paul Beirne, Bernie Shannon and Damien Regan who completed the onerous task of painting the dressing room floors during the week.
Congratulations are extended to Club stalwart Kieran Supple and Vicky Walker on their engagement.
The Minor Club AGM will be held in the Clubroom at 5pm on Saturday 1st February.
The Ladies Club AGM will be held in the Clubroom on Sunday week 26th January at 5pm.
Go raibh maith agaibh,
Martin Dolan
P.R.O. Boyle GAA Club

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Mon. 1 am. The following were €20 winners at the most recent Club Lotto Draw which was held in Kate Lavins; Michael and Martina Roddy, Pat Wynne, Pat and Angela Leonard, Alan Monson, John McGuinn and John Murray. The house prize was won by Michael Burke. The numbers drawn were: 4/5/6/24.The jackpot wasn’t won and it will stand at €5,300 for this Saturday night’s draw which will be held in Wynne’s Bar. Team ‘C’ will be in charge.

There will be a special meeting of the Club in the Clubroom at 8.30pm on this Wednesday night to consider the ‘Report and Recommendations of the Working Group on the Development of Gaelic Games in Co. Roscommon’. It is important that there is a good attendance as there are a number of far ranging recommendations in the document which deserve careful consideration.

The Senior Club AGM will be held on Saturday week 18th January at 5pm in the Clubroom. Completed nomination forms should be submitted to Club Secretary, Kathleen Hanmore by this Saturday the 11th.
The Club’s Annual Dinner Dance will be held in Kilronan Castle Hotel on Saturday night the 8th of February. The night will feature the presentation of medals to the county title winning Intermediate panel, as well as the presentation of the various 'Player of the Year' awards, the 'Club Person of the Year' and the 'Hall of Fame' award. Details of the special guest will be confirmed shortly. Tickets for what is expected to be a full-house event will be available in the coming weeks.
The Minor Club  will hold a very important meeting of coaches and potential coaches for the various underage panels on this Thursday at 8pm in the Clubroom. The Club is anxious to hear from those who might be interested in helping with the coaching and preparation of underage teams. Those interested should contact Leonard Sutton at 087 9097937.
The Minor Club AGM has been fixed for Saturday 1st February at 5pm in the Clubroom.

I (t.c.) attach the full notice from Leonard here as it outlines the requiements of the Minor Club in terms of ‘coaching’ et al more fully for 2014.

Dear Coaches and Members,
I would like to hold a meeting in the Clubhouse on Thursday evening 9th January at 8pm to discuss the appointment of coaches for this year.
Mary has kindly reviewed the player registers (except for U8's) and we anticipate the following numbers at each age group (assuming 100% of players registered in 2013 re-register in 2014):
U10 - 20 (11 from this year, 9 coming up from U8)

U12 - 20 (12 from this year, 8 coming up from U10)

U14 - 24 (14 from this year, 10 coming up from U12)

U16 - 17 (7 from this year, 10 coming up from U14)

U18 - 14 (6 from this year, 8 coming up from U16).

With the exception of U10's and U12's, all other teams require coaching appointments to be confirmed.
We will have lists of the players for each of the teams on Thursday for review and should also assess who else we think should be playing for the club (at any age group).
Of particular concern are the numbers available at the U16 and U18 levels.
****Can you please contact anyone who you feel may be interested in leading a team or assisting with coaching and invite them along on Thursday evening.****

**If anyone would like to discuss with me beforehand, please get them to contact me on 087 9097937**

The Minor Board is aiming to conclude all coaching appointments by Saturday 25th January. The Minor Board AGM is scheduled for 1st February and we will need to ratify the appointments at the meeting.
Thanks for your support
Len

Chairman - Minor Board, Boyle GAA Club

Go raibh maith agaibh.

Martin Dolan

P.R.O. Boyle GAA Club

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The Club’s social event of the year i.e. The Annual Quiz in St Joseph’s Hall, on Friday night last, was once again an outstanding success, with in excess of fifty teams pitting their wits against Tony Conboy’s excellent set of topical, quirky and challenging questions. The Egan Family and friends, Ballytrasna came out on top. They were closely followed by a Boyle/St Michaels combination, and another two local combinations just one mark behind in joint third. Thanks to all who supported this event. Thanks also to all who helped in preparing the hall in advance and in its reinstatement on the following day. The Club also thanks Trojan Software for provision of IT equipment and James and Enda O’Boyle for operating the equipment on the night. Thanks to Tony-assisted by Enda O’Boyle- for his work in setting and asking the questions.

It was a source of disappointment that the charity football challenge game between the 2005 and 2013 Intermediate Champions couldn’t take place on St Stephen’s Day because of a frozen pitch. It is hoped that it can be re-scheduled for a another suitable date.

The Senior Club AGM will be held in the Clubroom on Saturday evening 18th January. Nomination Forms have been issued to all members and they should be completed and returned to the Secretary, Kathleen Hanmore within the coming two weeks. It is to be hoped that a number of new/young/enthusiastic members will make themselves available for positions in running the club and keeping up the high standards set by the outgoing committee which has done outstanding work in recent years. A number of outgoing officers have served their terms and are obliged to step down this year. They include the Chairman, Aidan Lavin; Secretary, Kathleen Hanmore and Ass. P.R.O. Tony Conboy.  

The Club wishes to thank James O’Boyle for his kind donation of a momento of the Roscommon All Ireland winning Minor Football team, which has been signed by panel members Cian Smith and Ciaran Cox as well as Manager Fergal O’Donnell and selector Stephen Bohan. It has been placed proudly on display in the Clubroom.

******There will be a special event in the Clubroom on 23rd January when a plaque will be unveiled to commemorate the 125th anniversary of the foundation of the Roscommon County Board in Boyle on January 23rd 1889*****.

 

Proposed Historic GAA Picture display in Boyle GAA Clubrooms.

Among the projects that it is hoped to carry out early this  year is that of putting on display a representative exhibition  of club pictures collected over the years. These include a few pre. the 1950s’ and a rising graph of pics. from the latter ‘60s’. Also it is hoped to display a very good collection of Roscommon county pics. especially pertaining to the period 1938 to 1953. All this will take funding if it is to be done properly and if anyone is interested in sponsoring/contributing to aspects of this display they might contact t.c. _

 

****The quality of the display will hinge on the outlay that can be spent on same. This will have to be sourced independently of Club normal, essential, funding.**** (t.c.)

Plans are in preparation for the Club’s presentation dinner dance--details will be announced very shortly.

Sympathy is extended to the Wynne Families, Boyle on the death of Mrs Maura Sheahan, Longford.

The Club (Senior, Minor and Ladies) wishes all players, members, supporters, sponsors and all who provide media coverage, a very happy, healthy and sporting New Year.

A Bon Voyage to our Christmas visitors who are returning to various parts of the world as we speak. We hope you had a good Christmas in Boyle. 

Go raibh maith agaibh,

Martin Dolan

P.R.O. Boyle GAA Club

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Friday 12,30. Boyle GAA Club’s biggest social event of the year -the annual Club Quiz, will take place on Friday night next the 27th of December in St Joseph’s Hall. The event will commence at 8.30pm and patrons are advised to come early. Tony Conboy will be the quizmaster.

The next Club Lotto Draw will be held in Kate Lavin’s on Saturday night 28th. The jackpot will be €5,200 and Team ‘B’ will be in charge.

Preparations are being made for the Club AGM which will be held in the Clubrooms on Sunday 18th.

Go raibh maith agat .

Martin Dolan

P.R.O Boyle GAA Club 

 Final preparations are ongoing for the Club’s biggest social event of the year--the Annual Monster Christmas Quiz, which will be held in St Joseph’s Hall on Friday the 27^th of December. This is always a great opportunity to meet with our returned exiles and to discuss the happenings of the year gone by, as well as pitting of wits on Tony Conboy’s questions. Proceedings will commence at 8.30pm.

It was expected that the playing season had ended, but plans are afoot for a special charity football match to be played at 12.30pm on St Stephen’s Day in the Abbey Park between the Intermediate champions of 2005 and the current champions. This should be a very special event as bragging rights will be clearly established by whichever team comes out on top. More importantly, the proceeds from the occasion will be donated to SHOUT (Sligo Hospital Oncology Unit Trust) and a large attendance would be appreciated to raise funds for this worthy cause.

The following were €20 winners at Saturday night’s Club Lotto draw which was held in The Patrick’s Well;- Stephen Bohan, Aaron O’Connor, Trevor Conroy, Denis Flanagan, Hugh McPadden and the Dodd Family. The house prize was won by Michael Burke. The next draw will be held in Kate Lavin’s on Saturday night 28th December, when the jackpot will be at €5,200 and Team ‘B’ will be in charge.

Plans are in progress for a fundraising initiative early in the New Year.

The Club’s Annual Dinner Dance will be held in early February--more details in the coming weeks.

The Club--Minor and Senior and Ladies Club extend Christmas greetings to all our players, management teams, sponsors, supporters and lotto ticket purchasers and also all who provide us with excellent media coverage.

We urge everyone in the locality to shop local and to support the businesses who continue to generously sponsor our Club.

Go raibh maith agaibh,

Martin Dolan

The following were €20 winners at the most recent Boyle GAA Club Lotto draw which was held in Clarke’s Bar; Gerry Nerney, Lorcan Egan, Seamus and Marie Gallagher, Paul Moylan, P.J. Kelly and Bernard Furey. The jackpot wasn’t won and it will be at €5,100 for next Saturday night’s draw which will be held in Patrick’s Well. Team ‘A’ will be in charge.

The playing season drew to a close for the Club teams on Wednesday night last in Johnstown, when the Cooney Motors/ Cooney’s Centra juniors lost to Clan na Gael in the Division 4 League Semi Final. Thanks to the lads who travelled distances in mid week to fulfil the fixture. Thanks to the panel and management for their commitment throughout a long season. While no silverware was won, they have had a number of memorable victories in both league and championship. Thanks also to the Clan na Gael Club for their hospitality on the night.

The Abbey Park hosted what is likely to be its last game of the season on Saturday last with the playing of the Minor Division 2 League Final between St Faithleachs and Tulsk. Congrats to St Faithleachs on their victory and to Tulsk on winning the ‘Underage Club of the Year’ award. Thanks to all Club members who helped with the hosting of the game.

The Club will be represented at the County Convention on this Tuesday night. 

Preparations are well advanced for the Club’s Christmas Quiz which will be held in St Joseph’s Hall on Friday night 27th December. This event is traditionally an occasion when the locals and the returned diaspora get a chance to meet up and pit their wits.

Go raibh maith agaibh.

Martin Dolan

P.R.O. Boyle GAA Club

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Boyle’s Abbey Park had one of its biggest crowds of the year on Saturday last when the Club hosted  the Garda Cup and Keenan Cup finals. Tulsk overcame Strokestown in an excellent Garda Cup (U 13) Final. Garda Michael Pilkington presented the Garda Cup on behalf of the Boyle Garda District while Loyola and Melissa Kelly were present to present the player of the match award in memory of the late Sergeant John Kelly.

Our own Boyle U11s had a good win over a gallant St Michaels team in the Keenan Cup Final in what was an exceptional game of football. The scoreline wasn’t an accurate reflection of the game as St Michael’s played excellent football and played their hearts out until the final whistle. Mary Keenan Doyle and Fiona Keenan were on hand to present the Keenan Cup and the player of the match award on behalf of the Keenan family. The Club extends its best wishes to Ernie Keenan for a speedy recovery following a recent accident. Thanks to all who assisted in the smooth  running of the finals, especially the Minor Club officials who catered for the multitudes.

The National Automation Limited U21s went down to a superior Roscommon Gaels side in the Division 1 County Final in Enfield on Sunday. The team has had a fine season and while it is disappointing to come up short in the final, the lads should take heart from getting to the final as most of the panel will be eligible again next year. Also it has to be taken on board that they were beaten by what must be among the best U 21 sides in many years. Another consideration is that while the Roscommon Gaels U 21 panel could be together for numerous collective training sessions ( as referred to at the Cup presentation) this was not the case with Boyle who had the Intermediate series running which included half the team. Another factor was the loss of Donie Smith. Thanks to the panel and the management team for their commitment throughout the season. The Club congratulates a finely balanced Roscommon Gaels side on their success which should lead to a revival of the Gaels as a force in senior football.

The Cooney Motors/ Cooney’s Centra juniors will play Clan na Gael in the Division 4 League Semi Final in Johnstown on this Wednesday night at 8.30pm. This is a very important game for the Club as victory would ensure Tansey Cup football in 2014. The Tansey Cup is a good and reliable competition and being there would ensure regular and good games.

Arrangements are being put into place for the annual Christmas Quiz which will be held in St Joseph’s Hall on Friday 27th December. This is traditionally a special night for the parish and those returning for Christmas are reminded to enter the date in diaries.

Sympathy is extended to the O’Boyle family on the death of Mrs Mae O’Boyle.

The Club (male and female sections) extends best wishes to Ladies Club player Sinead Cummins who will wed Trevor Conroy on Friday next.

Go raibh maith agaibh.

Martin Dolan
P.R.O. Boyle GAA Club
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I received the following communication from our own Roch Hanmore re. a fundraising venture he is pursuing shortly with a trek to Mt. Everest. Please give it your consideration.  (t.c.)

From: Roch Hanmore [mailto:rochhanmore@yahoo.co.uk]
Sent: 25 November 2013 01:15
To: Tony
Subject: Base Camp Trek

 

Morning Tony,
Hope you’re well.

It looks like the youth has borne fruit in Boyle!
Great year was had and an U-21 would cap it off and set up a good senior team for the next generation!
I was wondering if you could circulate this letter to a few of your contacts.
It is all explained below just to get it out there!
Let me know the craic beyond anyway!
Hope you stil have the blue velvet cap kept!
Is mise le meas,
Roch

 I would just like to  let  you all know, I am taking part in a trek with my first cousin over the Christmas break to Mount Everest Base Camp.

We currently have a web site set up explaining the reasons why we chose the Charities, why we are doing the trek and what is involved in the famous Nepalese tour.
It has the list of people who have donated since the start and a best wishes note or whatever people want to say. As soon as you do, an email is automatically sent to your email address as receipt of sponsorship, so it’s all really professional and official. The response has been overwhelming so far.......Link below.
 
 

 

 

Please find link below, it’s a good read too:
http://www.mycharity.ie/event/john_comiskeys_event

 I appreciate that there are so many charities going around especially this month but I’ d like to let people know at least.

Thank you for taking the time in reading this.
Warm regards,
Roch

 

 

The following were €20 at the most recent Club Lotto draw which was held in the Railway Bar; Seamus and Marie Gallagher, Gerry and Nuala Morris, Eamon O’Connor, Joan Gardiner, Lionel Knott and Marie Tansey. The house prize was won by Jonathan Dwyer. The jackpot wasn’t won and it will be at €5,000 for this Saturday night’s draw which will be held Clarkes’ Bar. Team ‘E’ will be in charge.

The big event of the weekend was the victory of the National Automation Limited U21s in the Division 1 County Semi-Final over Michael Glaveys in Castlerea on Saturday. It was a win that looked unlikely at half time, but the lads re-grouped to draw level by end of normal time. Boyle upped their game in extra time to run out seven point winners. They will play Roscommon Gaels in the County Final on Sunday next in Enfield (Ballintubber) at 2pm. This will be another big occasion for the Club and we ask our ever increasing fanbase to come along with flags and banners and add colour and excitement to the occasion.

The Abbey Park will host the Finals of the Garda Cup and Keenan Cup competitions on Saturday. Both of those competitions are closely with Boyle GAA Club and we again request a large turnout, especially as Boyle will be playing St Michael’s in the Keenan Cup (U11) final.

Tulsk will also be involved in the Garda Cup (U14) final when they will take on Strokestown. The Garda Cup Final is scheduled for 1.30pm while the Keenan Cup Final throws in at 2.30pm--please check fixtures for confirmation of starting times.

The Cooney Motors/ Cooney’s Centra Juniors are due to play Clan na Gael in the Division 4 League Semi Final in the week after next.

Those using the gym in the Abbey Park are reminded to secure and tidy up the premises after use.

Go raibh maith agaibh ,

Martin Dolan

P.R.O. Boyle GAA Club

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The following were €20 winners at the most recent Club Lotto draw which was held in the Railway Bar; Henry Clifford, Gerry and Phil Emmett, Pat Conroy, Danny Mulryan, Michael Furey and David Tiernan. The house prize was won by John Gallagher. The numbers drawn were: 10/13/16/21. The Jackpot wasn’t won and it will stand at €4,900 for this Saturday night’s draw which will be held in An Craoibhin with team ‘D’.

 The U11 Keenan Cup and the Garda Cup teams will be in action in Tarmonbarry on this Thursday evening at 6.45pm and 7.45pm respectively. Both teams will face Strokestown opposition.

The Cooney Motors/ Cooney’s Centra Juniors exited the North Junior ‘B’ Championship at the Final on Saturday when they went down to Michael Glaveys. The team didn’t perform as well as expected, but they will have an opportunity to return to winning ways when they take on Clan na Gael in the Division 4 League at a date to be arranged.

The National Automation Limited U21s are awaiting the winners of the Western Gaels versus Michael Glaveys clash.

All roads will lead to MacHale Park, Castlebar on Sunday next when the McGovern Directional Drilling Intermediate (now senior) side take on Kiltane, Co. Mayo in the Connacht Club Intermediate Final. The game is timed for 2pm. The Club urges all GAA supporters in the Boyle Parish and in surrounding areas  to make the trip to Castlebar to support the lads in this, their biggest game ever. We also ask that Boyle supporters group together in the stand, with flags and banners, so as to make the maximum support impact.

The Club extends its sympathy to Minor Club Secretary Sabrina Kerins and to the Kerins and Hannon families on the death of Sabrina’s father, Stephen Hannon, Threen, Castlebaldwin.

Go raibh  maith agaibh

Martin Dolan

 Stephen Hannon R.I.P.

Stephen Hannon, Threen, Castlebaldwin, Co. Sligo. Suddenly at his residence.
 Reposing at the Perry Funeral Home, Ballymote on Saturday morning from 11.30am to 1.30pm followed with removal to St. Kevin’s Church, Keash arriving for Funeral Mass at 2pm.

The following were €20 winners at the Club Lotto draw held on Saturday night 26th October in Dodd’s Bar; David O’Connor, Patricia Harrington, William and Martina Beirne, Jack Queenan, Paddy McKeon and Laura Gannon. The house prize was won by Mary Rooney.
Weather conditions meant that the Keenan Cup and Garda Cup games that were scheduled for last weekend had to be postponed. Both postponed games involved Strokestown opposition and they are rescheduled for Thursday evening under lights at a venue to be determined see fixtures for details of venue. The Keenan Cup game is scheduled for 6.45pm while the Garda Cup game will start at 7.45pm.
The McGovern Directional Drilling team had a convincing victory over Eslin in the Connacht Intermediate Championship Semi Final in Carrick on Shannon on Sunday. They will meet Kiltane, Co Mayo in the Connacht Intermediate Final on Sunday week 17th November in MacHale Park, Castlebar. The Club wishes to thank all who travelled to Carrick to support the lads today. Thanks also to the minor players who helped in the programme selling on Sunday. We ask all of you to keep Sunday 17th in your diaries and to encourage even greater numbers to make the trip to Castlebar to cheer on the lads to hopefully a Connacht title.
The Cooney Motors/ Cooney’s Centra team had a great win over Kilmore in the North Junior ‘B’ Championship Semi Final on Bank Holiday Monday. They will play Michael Glaveys in the Final on Saturday next in Strokestown at 1.30pm.
The National Automation Limited U21s are awaiting their opponents for their Division 1 County Semi Final.
There will be an important open meeting of the Club in the Clubroom on this Thursday night at 8.30pm. Among the items on the agenda is to consider the motions for the forthcoming County Convention. All members are encouraged to attend.
Congratulations are extended to Lorcan Egan and his bride on their recent marriage. The Club extends it best wishes to St Brigids in their Connacht Semi Final clash with St Mary’s in Carrick on Shannon on Sunday next. Sympathy is extended to the McGee family, Bridge Street on the death of Mrs Berry McGee and to the Casserly family, Grange on the passing of Mrs Anna Casserly.
Go raibh maith agaibh,

Martin Dolan

P.R.O. Boyle GAA Club

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A group of Boyle young Boyle Gaelic footballers with their managers and officials at Croke Park on Saturday last, Oct. 26th, for the Compromise Rules game Ireland v Australia which Ireland won comprehensively. Well done to all involved in organising the trip. A few years ago there were a number of such trips to Croke Park, Tullamore (?) and most memorably to Ennis for Roscommon's All-Ireland minor victory in the replay with Kerry. If any young member of the group wishes to send me an account of their trip, to tconboy1@eircom.net  I could publish same here. Thanks to Kevin O'Connor for sending me the pic.  

Sat.1o pm.....The celebrations have subsided after the Intermediate title success of the McGovern Directional Drilling team on Sunday last. The Club wishes to thank the public who came out in such numbers to welcome the team home. The lads will be back in action on Sunday next when they will play Eslin in the Connacht Semi Final in Pairc Sean Mac Diarmada, Carrick on Shannon at 1.30pm. We appeal once again to our many supporters to make the short journey to Carrick. It is an unique opportunity to see the team play such an important game so close to home.

The Cooney Motors/ Cooneys Centra Juniors played Kilmore in the North B Championship on Bank Holiday Monday. They are expected to be in action in the Division 4 League semi final versus Clan na Gael==see fixtures.

The National Automation Limited U21s had a hard earned win over Clan na Gael in the Division 1 Championship quarter final in Enfield on Saturday.

The U11s finally got their first outing in the Keenan Cup on Saturday last when they defeated Eire Og in incessant rain in the Abbey Park. It is a pity that this competition has been left until this time of year as playing in such conditions does nothing for skill development or love of the sport. Both teams made history on Saturday as it was the first game at which the Boyle Credit Union sponsored scoreboard was in operation. Both sides kept the scoreboard operator very busy!

 Well done to the Minor Club for bringing the very young players to the Compromise Rules International in Croke Park.

The Garda Cup fixtures should soon be announced for our U14 player.

The Club Lotto will be held in An Craoibhin on Saturday night next and Team ‘C’ will be in charge.

Go raibh maith agaibh.

Martin Dolan

                   Mission accomplished!

1.      Boyle’s ‘McGovern Directional Drilling’ intermediate footballers have successfully completed the second leg of their plan for 2013 by winning the County Intermediate Championship Final in a thriller with Tulsk on Sunday in Strokestown. This means that they have achieved their target of gaining promotion to play senior championship and senior league next year. Congratulations to David O’Connor and his management team of Bernard Shannon, Michael Bermingham and Ciaran Supple and the many others who assisted them throughout the year. Congratulations also to an extremely dedicated  panel of in excess of thirty players who have given unselfishly of their time  throughout a long season. Congratulations are also extended to Tony and Marion McGovern of ‘McGovern Directional Drilling Limited’ whose on-going generous sponsorship has brought its rewards. The panel/club have deservedly achieved their ambition to play at senior level. They will play in the Connacht Intermediate Club Championship in two weeks time. They will not be expected to turn their thoughts to this for a day or so.  Sincere thanks is due to the massive numbers of supporters who travelled to Strokestown on Sunday.

*Boyle Club wishes to acknowledge the major part that a gallant Tulsk team played in making it one of the best games of the year in the  County. We sincerely hope that they keep together and take the get their reward in due course.

The Club had a very enjoyable Sponsors’ Night in the Clubroom on Friday last where our many sponsors were acknowledged for their generosity. Further details of that event will be published next week. 
The National Automation Limited U21s will play their Division 1 Championship Quarter- Final versus Clan na Gael in Enfield on Saturday at 3.30pm.
The Cooney Motors/ Cooney’s Centra Juniors will play Kilmore in the North Junior B Semi- Final on Monday next in Elphin at 2pm . Extra time will be played if necessary in both of those fixtures.
The Garda Cup and Keenan Cup competitions are due to commence next weekend- see fixtures for details.
The Club Lotto which was due to have been held on Saturday night last was postponed until this coming Saturday night. The jackpot will be €4,700. It will be held in Dodd’s and Team ‘B’ will be in charge.
Sympathy is extended to the Martin and Keenehan families Cootehall and Boyle on the sad passing of Noel Martin, Ballylanders, Limerick, sister of former Club Secretary, Bernadette Keenehan.
Ladies Club
The Intermediate Girls will play the Shield Semi-Final versus Western Gaels in the Abbey Park on Sunday. See fixtures for details.
The Club extends its sympathy to the Moran family, Crossna on the death of Mrs. Maureen Moran, mother of Club player Angela.
Go raibh maith agaibh

Martin Dolan

P.R.O. Boyle GAA Club

Mon. am.  All roads lead to Strokestown on Sunday next when the McGovern Directional Drilling Intermediates take on Tulsk Lord Edwards in the County Intermediate Final at 3pm. This is the Club’s biggest game of the year and the best wishes of the Club go with the players and the management. All involved have left no stone unturned and we hope that there will be massive Boyle support to cheer on the lads to what we hope will be a successful outcome.

The following were €20 winners in the most recent Club Lotto draw which was held in Daly’s;- J.J, Carty, Nuala and Gerry Morris, Michael Leydon, Karen Healy, Johnny Lyons and John Finn. The house prize was won by Mary Cox. This Saturday night’s draw will be held in Dodd’s and Team ‘B’ will be in charge. The jackpot will stand at €4,700.

Thanks is extended to all who helped in the smooth running of the County U16 Final in the Abbey Park on Saturday last.

All Club members are invited to attend a get together to acknowledge our many generous Club sponsors which will be held in the Clubroom on Friday at 8.30pm.

Our U21s are awaiting details of the quarter final draws for the Division 1 County Championship, following their outing with Roscommon Gaels on Friday night last.

The long awaited Garda Cup and Keenan Cup fixtures are now looming closer and the lads will be in action very shortly.

The Club extends its sympathy to the Daly Family, Tarmon on the death of Matty, to Dr Margaret Loftus on the death of her brother and to the Beirne Family, Tulsk on their bereavement.

Ladies Club
Commiserations to our U14 girls on losing their Division 1A County Final Replay to St Dominick’s on Sunday. While the girls are naturally disappointed, they will know that they have had a great season and they have given great enjoyment to their parents and loyal supporters. Thanks to the girls and the management for their commitment throughout the year. Good luck to the Intermediate men on Sunday next in Strokestown.

Go raibh maith agaibh

Martin Dolan

P.R.O. Boyle GAA Club

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