Shannon Gaels Minor Club
Scór na nÓg – The club is already up and running with many of the disciplines of Scór na nÓg. This year the club will have a record number of entries something that we are proud of and are extremely indebted to all of our enthusiastic entrants and tutors.
The Shannon Gaels club is about much more than field activities and we are always encouraging young lads and girls that do not play football to contact us where we can always use their tremendous talents in Scór or even on the stage at the annual Search for a Star, which by the way will take place in February 2011.
We are still seeking lads and girls for set and figure dancing. Anybody interested can give their name to any member of the club executive or to O’Brien’s shop.
November Fashion Show
Lorraine Farrell and her team are in the final stages of finalizing a Fashion Show to take place in Ballyleague Hall on Saturday night 6th November. The leading fashion houses have already pledged themselves to this exciting venture and indeed when one thinks of it the venue is eminently suitable for a fashion show. A wonderful line up of beautiful models are almost all in place and this definitely is a night not to be missed. The proceeds of the night are in aid of Rathcline GAA and Action Breast Cancer.
Tickets will be on sale from next weekend and we urge everybody to support by buying their tickets.
Another County title for Denis
Congratulations to Denis Connerton on successfully managing Longford Slashers to the county senior championship in Pearse park on Sunday last. Denis really has the midas touch and we wish him every success in the Leinster championship where they take on the Westmeath champions.
Thank You
The organizing committee of the Church Gate collection in aid of the Irish Heart Foundation recently raised the marvelous sum of €600 for which the committee is most grateful.
Engagement
We would like to extend our sincere congratulations to Eamon Farrell son of Paul and Ita Farrell, Tullyvrane and Anne Duffy son of Johnny and Maura Duffy, Mahoraveen on the announcement of their engagement last weekend.
Lanesboro Whist
The monthly Whist Drive in aid of Lanesboro Social Services will take place on this Friday night 1st October in St. Mary’s Hall. With winter fast approaching, the growing demand on the Social Services will increase and it is from this monthly Whist Drive the committee depends on their means of their support. Your support is always deeply appreciated.
Rathcline Continuous Draw Results
The Rathcline GAA Continuous Draw took place last Saturday night in the Lough Ree Arms Hotel on Saturday night last. The first prize of €500 was won by MB Rowland, second prize was won by Martin Farrell, Clonfower & Michael Brennan Lismacmanus, third prize went to husband and wife pair Stephen & Tina Dowd, Knock, fourth prize went to Kevin Hanley & Fiona Egan, Lisnacusha, 5th prize to David Clyne, Knockcroghery and sixth prize of 2 Premium Stand Tickets for the Aussie Rules/GAA International Compromise Rules Series in Croke Park with €100 Spending Money on Saturday 30th October went to Ronan English, Lismacmanus.
The next draw will take place in the Lifebelt Bar, Ballyleague on Saturday 30th October at 11pm.
Lanesboro/Ballyleague Community Playschool
There are a number of places available for our playgroup session which is due to begin shortly. Playgroup caters for younger children, due to start school in September 2012. If you wish to register your child for this service or have any queries please telephone the playschool on 043.333.0957. Leave your name and contact number if there is no reply and we will call you back.
Sewing Classes
Enrolment for 6 week sewing class in St. Mary’s Hall will take place on Tuesday 5th October at 7.30pm. The cost of the course is €90. There are only a limited number of places remaining and if you are interested phone 086-8392934 for full details.
Jailer Charity Fight Night
Local girl Helen Feeney will be taking part in a charity night of white collar boxing in Confey GAA club Leixlip. Helen is taking part to support Temple St. Hospital, Crumlin Hospital and the Samaritan charities and she is encouraging you to also support by contributing to her sponsor card that is placed in O’Brien’s. The night is being put together by the Jailer Charity Fight Night committee. Please be generous with your support.
Lanesboro Bridge Club
The results of the competition held on Wednesday 15th September for the Howell competition are: 1st T. Feeney & K. Reilly, 2nd G. Douglas & E. Gray, 3rd Frank & Frances Brennan, 4th L. Cooney & R. Walsh. Results of the competition held on Wednesday 22nd September in the Mitchell competition are: N/S 1st G. Douglas & E. Gray, 2nd M. Gillen & M. Mullooly, 3rd M. Hanly & M. Mc Gushin. E/W 1st Frank & Frances Brennan, 2nd R. Walsh & M. Jameson, 3rd M. Casey & N. Dunne.
Lough Ree 2000 Bridge Club
The first Major competition is the Mary Tucker Memorial, kindly sponsored by The Tucker Family, (draw for partners). It will take place on October 4th. Please make sure to put your name down for this in advance, and be ready to start promptly.
The results of the competition for Monday 20th September are: N/S Gross: 1st: Des Watts & Katharine Harrison, 2nd: Joan Donnellan & B. Ferguson and 3rd: Loretta Cooney & Nancy Dolan. E/W Gross 1st: N. Dunne & Phil Walshe, 2nd: Mary Moran & B. Mc Grath, 3rd: Maureen Hynes & K .Hanley, 4th: Frank Conmy & C. Mc Govern.
Ballyboro
U14: Ballyboro FC V Camlin Utd. Final Score 4-3.
We had a win at home to Camlin Utd on Sunday last. 3-0 down at half-time, Boro gelled together excellently in the 2nd half to come back and win the game. Goal scorers for Boro were, Shane Kenny (1), Shane Bannon (2) & Kevin Sorohan (1).
U13: Ballyboro U13 v Kenagh Utd. Final Score 2-1.
We were at home to Kenagh on Saturday last for our 1st game of the season. Starting brightly, Boro had much of the play in the first 15 mins with Kevin Sorohan & Mikey Cox running midfield. Boro’s goal came from a brilliant ball over the top by Kevin Sorohan which was latched onto by the lively Shane Phillips who neatly placed it by the on-coming keeper. Boro were on-top and unlucky not to go further ahead with Cian Gannon linking well with Phillips. Just before half-time, Kenagh took advantage of mix-up in Boros defence to make it 1-1 at the break. The 2nd half was a much more even affair with chances both end. Boro keeper, Eran Farrell turned what looked to be a certain goal round the post & with Ryan Gill and Jack Irwin working over-time in defence this game looked as if it was heading for a draw but again a mix-up in the middle saw the ball break & Kenagh slotted home to take the lead. Boro piled on the pressure and threw everything at Kenagh & it nearly payed off with Johnny Hussey breaking free on the right and firing his shot over the keeper just to see it come back of the post, it wasn’t to be on the day & the win went to the visitors. Man of the Match for Boro was Kevin Sorohan.
St. Joseph’s Young Priests
St. Joseph’s Young Priests Society annual afternoon of prayer will be held in Donamon on Sunday 3rd October commencing at 3pm with Mass at 5pm.
Contribution €5 or €15 to include tea. All enquiries to be made to Mary at 043 33 21969. All are welcome.
St. Faithleach’s GAA
O’Rourke Cup Semi-Final: We were defeated by Western Gaels in Kilbride on Saturday evening last. Final Score – St. Faithleachs 1-10 Western Gaels 2-9. Team: D. Thompson, C. Brennan, G. O’Connor, D. Thompson, A. Murtagh, D. Murray, S. Ormsby, A. McCormack, S. O’Grady, B. Murtagh, E. Kenny, P. Wallace, D. Hussey, G. Cox, H. Kenny. Subs: P. Hunt, A. Dooney, C. McCormack.
Sponsorship: The club would like to thank Gareth Johnston of Johnston’s Pharmacy, Lanesboro for his kind sponsorship of Senior Football Jerseys.
Minor Championship: We were defeated by Kilglass Gaels on Saturday last in Tarmonbarry. Final Score – St. Faithleachs 1-15 Kilglass Gaels 4-11.
U16 League: See fixtures for details of upcoming U16 League Final against St. Barry’s. We wish Manager Bob McCormack along with all players on the panel the very best of luck in the Final. Please come along and support.
U14 Girls: We had a win over St. Barry’s on Monday last. Final Score – St. Faithleachs 2-8 St. Barry’s 1-1. Team: T. Nerney, N. Carty, E. Kenny, C. Brennan, J. Geoghegan, M. Banahan, R. Costello (1-0), K. Murphy (0-1), E. Hegarty (1-0), S. Brennan (0-1), N. Scally (0-1), A. Collier (0-3), R. Banahan (0-2).
U12 Boys: Our U12 Boys defeated St. Croan’s last week. Final Score – St. Faithleachs 3-16 St. Croan’s 5-4. Congratulations to all players on the panel along with their Managers/Mentors, who have qualified for the U12 Division 2 Championship County Final.
Cards: Every Tuesday in the Club House, 9.00pm. Results of last week’s games – 1st, Padraig/PJ. 2nd, Gerry/Mickey. Last game, Sean/Seamus. Ticket Winners – Tom, Brendan, Dan, Michael.
Upcoming Events: Saturday 30th October, Halloween with a difference at the Club House, details to follow. Friday 26th November we are bringing a wonderful Dublin Gospel Choir to the parish, details to follow.