PRO notes for Dec 23, 2009

Club Social & Presentation Night:

The Clubs Annual Night of Celebrations will take place in Muddy Burns on Tuesday 29th December. This year's under 14 team will receive their medals - County Feile Championship & County A Championship winners. All other club awards will be presented on the night. The under 16 team will also receive their league winner medals. A Special Christmas Lotto Draw with 1000 prize money and a raffle will be made on the night. All people of the parish are invited to attend. It promises to be a great night so come along and support.

Lotto Rollover:

There was no winner of the 7650 jackpot when the draw took place in Mahony's Bar last Friday night week. Numbers drawn were 1, 2, 25 and 26. There was no claim on the jackpot and there were no match 3 winners. Consolation winners were Patrick Naughton, David Igoe, Lorna Winters, Monica Higgins and Joe Donegan.

The next draw will take place in Muddy Burns on Saturday 26th December, and not on the night of the Club Function as previously advertised. New Jackpot stands at 7800.

Pictures or other Memorabilia:

If anyone has any old pictures relating to the club or any old newspaper cuttings we would love to get them and have them scanned for the website and also for the clubs history. If you have any can you please give them to Anthony Reape, Bart Barrins. We assure you that we will have them back to you within a few hours.

Hurling:

With the assistance of the county hurling board it is hoped to start indoor hurling in the community centre for 8-12 year olds at the start of January. Thanks to all who have offered old helmets to the club. A note will be sent to the schools before the Christmas break..

E-Mail/Web:

www.castleconnor.sligo.gaa.ie is the Club website for all the latest news. Any queries can be directed to castleconnorgaa@eircom.net

Christmas Gifts sorted for you

Castleconnor GAA Club merchandise: Hoodies, Tracksuits, Training Tops, Polo Shirts, Training T-Shirts, All stock available in limited sizes. Contact Darren Ruane @ 087 2230419 or Tuffys shop, Corballa.

Seasons Greetings:

The Club Executive would like to extend season greetings to all our members and supporters and wish everyone a Prosperous and Sporting New Year for 2010.

Congratulations:

Congrats to Castleconnor native Michéal Naughton on his appointment as Manager of the Donegal Ladies Senior team. He has been been the County Board chairman for the last four years and has been heavily involved in ladies football in Donegal. He is uncle of senior players Pat and Alan Naughton. We wish him the very best in his new role.

This weeks PRO notes Nov 27, 2009

Annual General Meeting:

The Club AGM will take place this Sunday 29^th November in the Community Centre @ 3.00PM Sharp. All members are expected to attend this important meeting to review the year gone by, and to plan for next year.

Presentation:

The Club will hold a presentation and Club night in Muddy Burns on Tuesday 29^th December. This year’s under 14 team will receive three medals – County Feile Championship & County A Championship winners, and also Division 1 League finalists. The under 16 team will receive their B Championship finalist medals along with league winner medals. A Special Christmas Lotto Draw with €1000 prize money will be made on the night. More details next week. Please Support.

Lotto Rollover:

There was no winner of the lotto jackpot of €7350 when the draw took place last Friday night in Mahony’s Bar. The numbers drawn were 1, 11, 15 and 18. Anthony Reape, Carranurlar matched 3 numbers. The next draw takes place in Muddy Burns on Saturday November 28^th with the jackpot now standing at €7500.

Scór na nÓg:

Sligo Scór na nÓg semi finals for the West Division will take place in early December.

Semi-Final (1) South & West, Easkey Community Centre, Saturday

December 12th @ 7pm

The Categories are:

Figure Dancing, Solo Singing, Instrumental Music Group, Poetry/ Story telling, Ballad group singing, Quiz, Novelty Act (10 mins), Set Dancing

Pictures or other Memorabilia:

If anyone has any old pictures relating to the Castleconnor GAA club or any old newspaper cuttings we would love to get them and have them scanned for the website and also for the clubs history. If you have any can you please give them to Anthony Reape, Bart Barrins. We assure you that we will have them back to you within a few hours.

Castleconnor Hurling:

Yes for the first time we want to actually talk about hurling. The club is trying to setup up indoor hurling for the 8-12 year old boys in the area. As resources are thin on the ground we were wondering would any home or business or school be willing to lend us 7-8 youth helmets and indoor hurls. It is hoped to buy gear in the new year with the assistance of the county hurling board but for the moment if you have an old helmet sitting in the cupboard it would be a great help.

Good Luck:

We wish the Drumcliffe/Rosses Point Ladies the very best of luck on Sunday in the Junior Ladies All Ireland Club Final against Clonakilty of Cork.

E-Mail/Web:

www.castleconnor.sligo.gaa.ie is the Club website for all the latest news. Any queries can be directed to castleconnorgaa@eircom.net

Presentation of jerseys to U14 team

Kevin Finan presents the new set of jerseys to Stephen Curley, Feile captain with mangement Frank Barrett and Michael Langan in attendance.

The U14 panel with the new jerseys

The management, Kevin Finan, Stephen Curley and visiting trainer on the evening Con O'Meara

This weeks PRO notes Sept 29, 009

Castleconnor GAA Club

C.L.G Caisleáin Uí Conchubhair

Reports:

Read the latest match reports at www.castleconnor.sligo.gaa.ie .

Under 8

Next Friday Sept 25 is our last training session for the year. Next Friday we will be holding blitz games amongst all the kids starting at 6:30pm. There will be some refreshments for the children afterwards. At this time of year we would like to say thank you to all parents and children who came to our games and training throughout the year. Remember to keep practising!! Some children have not got their hoodies, these have arrived in the last few days. If any one of you wish to help out in 2010, just let us know. Look forward to our text in a few months when the new season starts in 2010. Any queries contact Declan 0872744222, Bart 0868421733, Michael 0872215218

Under 10

Our team had its last engagement of the year when they took on St.Patricks in Dromard in the west Sligo B final. Despite some nerves at the start we eventually came into the game but at the midway point we were trailing by 8 scores to 2. For the last 2 quarters the team found their scoring touch and when the final whistle went we were on the wrong end of a 1 score loss. This was a very good performance by the panel who showed the most important quality of “never giving up” and playing to the final whistle which bodes well for the future. The club would like to thank the managent team of David Mahoney, David Durkan, Michael Cahill and Paul Maughan for their efforts all throughout the year. Management would like the children for their efforts all year and their willingness and eagerness to learn. After the final, the team were treated to a night out in Muddy Burns.

U-13 Competitions:

The team have reached the Feilé quarter final, which is a great achievement for a very young squad. The game takes place next weekend. At the time of going to press it looks like it is on Saturday at 2pm in Kent park. Good luck to all involved and please come out and support.

Minor B Championship:

The minor team played the B championship semi-final on Saturday in sun drenched Kent Park. We were under-strength but unfortunately the performance still did not do the team justice to their previous performances earlier the year. Coolaney/Mullinabreena.ran out easy winners on a score of 3-19 v 0-6. This is the end of the minor season. Thanks to the panel and management for their efforts throughout the year and we look forward to seeing this players progress to the clubs adult teams.

Lotto Rollover:

The lotto jackpot stands at €6900 as there was no winner of the €6750 jackpot when the draw took place last Friday night in Mahoney’s Bar. Details next week.

Club Merchandise:

Castleconnor GAA Club merchandise: Hoodies, Tracksuits, Training Tops, Polo Shirts, Training T-Shirts, All stock available in limited sizes. Contact Darren Ruane @ 087 2230419

Well done

The club would like to congratulate Marty Duffy and his team of officials on their officiating of the All Ireland final on Sunday. A large number from the club were there to witness it up close and it was great to see and know those involved close to the actions.

Also well done to all in Western Gaels hurling club on reaching the county senior final for the second year running. Despite our minors playing in Sligo at almost the same time a large contingent of supporters made the very exciting second half of the game.

Commiserations

Hard luck to the Kieran Holmes and the Eoghan Rua ladies team who lost the county junior championship final on Saturday afternoon, going down to a strong Drumcliffe/Rosses Poiint team.

This weeks PRO notes Sept 14, 2009

Castleconnor GAA Club

C.L.G Caisleáin Uí Conchubhair

Reports:

Read the latest match reports at www.castleconnor.sligo.gaa.ie .

Under 8

The under panel travelled to Quigabar to take on Enniscrone in 2 blitzes. Agreat turnout of players from the club was out in the Autumn sun on Friday last for a great evenings entertainment. All players got game time and acquitted themselves brilliantly. Training continues in the pitch next Friday evening at 7pm

Under 10

The club hosted the annual West Sligo divisional blitz on Sunday. Everything went brilliantly with the weather just right for supporters and players. St.Farnans, Easkey, St. Pats and ourselves competed. Our team will take part in the West finals next Friday evening in Dromard. Thanks to all the organizers, referees, teams, management and supporters for making it such a memorable day. Good luck to all on Friday evening.

U-13 Competitions:

The team travelled the long journey to Grange on Saturday afternoon to take on the local side St.Mholaise Gaels. A very good performance despite missing a few lads meant the team ran out easy winners on a scoreline of 5-21 v 1-8. The panel await news of their next game but it is a credit to all involved for the way they have turned their championship around after suffering a heavy defeat in the first round. Well done to all.

Minor B Championship:

The minor team have reached the B championship semi-final where they will meet Coolaney/Mullinabreena. The date and venue for the game has not yet been decided but it is expected to be next weekend. Please come out and support the team. Check the website for details of when the match is taking place.

Speedy Recovery:

We wish Tom Cawley a speedy recovery after his recent operation and hope to see him on the pitch soon.

Congrats:

Congrats to senior player John O’Regan who got married on Saturday. After bringing the Austrailian sun back for the week, all had a great day and weekend partying.

Lotto Rollover:

The lotto jackpot stands at €6750 as there was no winner of the €6000 jackpot when the draw took place last Friday night in Muddy’s Bar. Numbers drawn were 10, 26, 30 and 3. Brendan Healy of Fiddane was the only match three winner. The next draw takes place on Saturday September 19^th in Mahonys, Corballa.

Club Merchandise:

Castleconnor GAA Club merchandise: Hoodies, Tracksuits, Training Tops, Polo Shirts, Training T-Shirts, All stock available in limited sizes. Contact Darren Ruane @ 087 2230419

Sympathy:

Sympathy is extended to the Stenson family, Curry and Carraroe on the sad death of Johnny.

Senior

The senior team bowed out of the senior championship after 11 years when losing their second relegation game against Curry last weekend. The team showed good spirit and fighting qualities throughout but the more clinical Curry side scored the goals when needed to bring them past the post. At the half time break we trailed by 4 points and after ten minutes of the second half Curry scored their second goal to put them far enough ahead to win out comfortably with their third goal being scored in the final kick of the game with the final scoreline of 3-9 v 0-9.

Team: B.Barrins, P.McGuinness, P.Naughton, D.Carrabine, B.Howley, R.Healy, K.Barrett, , M.Langan, K.Tuffy, K.Langan, B.Curley, N.Judge, P.Kilcullen, A.Cawley, D.Fox. Sub: F.Barrett.

Thanks to the team and management for their efforts throughout the year. Despite the year that passed it was great to see the effort and never give up spirit the team showed in the playoffs and hopefully this means a quick return to the senior championship.

Good luck

Good luck to all in Western Gaels hurling club in the senior county semi-final on Saturday evening in Markievicz park at 5pm.

MBFC Rd3: Castleconnor 4-16 v St.Michaels 0-9

Despite trailing by 3 points at half time the team stormed to an easy victory in the second half.The minor team will take on St. Pat's or Coolaney/Mullinabreena in the semi final of this year's minor B Championship. the team had a convincing 4-16 to 0-9 defeat over St. Michael's on Monday evening at Corballa.

The semi final is provisionally set for Saturday September 19th. Details later.

Senior:

Round 1 of the Sligo senior football championship takes place this weekend with our senior side up against St. Molaise Gaels. The game was originally fixed for Markievicz Park, but due to the Galway and Donegal game. The match will now be played at Kent Park @ 7.30pm. Good Luck to the team and management.

Hard Luck:

Commiserations to the Sligo senior team on their heartbreaking defeat to Sligo. The side did the county proud.

Sympathy:

The Club extends sympathy to the O’Neill Family Enniscrone on their recent bereavement.

U16B FC Semi-final: Castleconnor 5-15 v Drumcliffe/RPoint 2-7, July 21, 2009

The under 16 team reached the B Championship semi final after comprehensively defeating Drumcliffe/Rosses Point last Friday evening at Oxfield Park. The team put together some great moves and were the best throughout. Martin Foody who excelled at midfield got the team off the mark after 30 seconds from an expeditious run from midfield. The team led 3-7 to 0-2 at the interval, and despite a gallant comeback from the hosts early in the second half, we stepped up a gear when required. Goals from John McDonnell, Stephen Curley(2) and Kevin McDonnell(2) sealed the deal for Castleconnor. Final Score Castleconnor 5-15 Drumcliffe 2-7. The team take on Tubbercurry in the final. Next Wednesday July 29^th the team play Geevagh in the league final. Venue is to be announced at time of going to press. We wish the team and management of Michael McDonnell, Paul Kilcullen and Darren Ruane the very best of luck.

U14A Championship Final: Castleconnor 2-14 v St.Marys 1-15 July 13, 2009

The under 14 team defeated St. Mary’s on Friday evening last in the A Championship final in an enthralling encounter at Markievicz Park. These two sides have clashed three times this year, all in county finals.

In February, Castleconnor defeated St. Mary’s in the County Feile final 2-10 to 2-9 at the same venue. The north division side got one back on us in the A League final some weeks back by ten points, despite leading by two at the interval. Since then, it has been nothing but hard work and effort from both management and team players. After a fantastic weekend at Feile peil na nÓg, the team were focused on the Championship final, and the Feile definitely stud to this group of players.

Referee Enda Mullaney got proceedings under way at 8.15pm and Cian Barrins got Castleconnor off the mark after fine work from Stephen Curley and Matthew Cullen who bagged 2-6 and 0-3 respectively. Trailing 0-6 to 0-3, Matthew Cullen got our side going again on 13 minutes after a Damien Barrett pass and 4 unanswered points from Stephen Curley had the crowd on their feet. Kevin McDonnell was having the game of his life at midfield, catching clean ball in mid air while Shane Wright worked well along side him and the hardworking James Flynn did also.

Leading by a point with 3 minutes left to the interval, Curley went on an unstoppable surging run and blasted to the St. Mary’s net. Our rearguard were superb for the last few minutes of the opening period, with Mary’s not registering another score after the 17^th minute. An excellent catch on the kickout by Ciaran Kilcullen resulted in another score, followed by a 13 metre free from Curley after an excellent pass from Conor Gallagher.

Castleconnor headed to the dressing rooms at half time been 1-9 to 0-6 the better. If you thought this game was over at half time, well you were wrong.

Three minutes into the second period a high ball into our danger area ended up in the back of our net. St. Mary’s got a great confidence boost at this point and on the kickout they won possession and popped a point straight between the sticks. We didn’t panic however, and the fantastic exhibition of fielding from McDonnell gave every one at Markievicz park something to talk about as this County A Championship final opened up to be a real thrill-a-minute epic. The half back line of Eoin Kent, Conor Judge and Gallagher were a real help in support play for the midfield and both wing backs were carrying the ball up the wings and delivering quality ball. Kevin McDonnell inspired the side with two fantastic points, one from the left sideline approximately 30 metres out. This left the score at 1-11 to 1-7 in our favour.

It was end to end for a few minutes now, but St. Mary’s made use of their part of the possession scoring four unanswered points leaving the sides at 1-11 apiece.

After 22 minutes in the second half, we trailed 1-14 to 1-12 but the words of encouragement from the line and the crowd of supporters rallied behind the team and the lads new it wasn’t over until the final whistle.

One or two high balls were floating in around our goal mouth but Arthur Beardshaw was on alert and kept busy, and was supported by the corner backs Keith Foody, Liam Naughton and full back Jason Earlis. On 24 minutes in the second half of this epic encounter a thunderous roar from our supporters nearly brought Markievicz park down as Stephen Curley rattled the Mary’s net for the second time after another expeditious run from the right hand side. The score at this stage read Castleconnor 2-12 St Mary’s 1-14.

Matthew Cullen and McDonnell added two more points on 29 and 30 minutes respectively, as St. Mary’s notched up another point on the board to leave the final score at 2-14 to 1-15 in Castleconnor’s favour in this A Championship final – another cup was coming back west! Scenes of delight were to be seen after the final whistle, as all this year’s hard work had paid off.

Peter McHugh, Chairman of Coiste na nÓg Shligigh presented Kevin McDonnell with the Cup.

Well done to the team and management of Michael Langan, Jim Kent, Frank Barrett & Barnes Kelly for their time and effort into this team. We would also like to thank Kevin Finan (Finan Formwork LLC) for sponsoring the team with their fantastic new kit, and also to PJ Judge, Judges Honda for the tracksuit and gearbags. Thanks to all parents, supporters and club officials for coming out in fantastic numbers all year.

After the game the large calvacade of cars headed for Mahony’s where refreshments were served for all.

Team on duty was: Arthur Beardshaw, Keith Foody, Jason Earlis, Liam Naughton, Conor Gallagher, Conor Judge, Eoin Kent, Kevin McDonnell, Shane Wright, James Flynn, Stephen Curley, Ciaran Kilcullen, Cian Barrins, Matthew Cullen, Damien Barrett. Subs: David McGinty, Sean Carrabine, Lewis Beardshaw, Enda Kilcullen, Stephen Durkan.

SligoGAA wish Castleconnor and St.Michaels good luck at Feilé

Wishing Castleconnor U-14 Boys and Sligo's Feile representatives at the International Feile in Kildare every success but above all else a wonderful experience which is Feile

Wishing St Michael's Girls U-14 a wonderful and successful time at Feile

To all the Boys and Girls and supporters you are about to experience something that will last with you for a long long time You are all wished a safe and enjoyable trip We know you will do the County and your Clubs Proud

From all at :- www.sligogaa.ie

ST MICHAELS Girls Time Table and Venues

CASTLECONNOR Boys Time Table & Venues

U16B Championship, Rd 2: Castleconnor 2-9 v Tubbercurry 4-14, June 30th 2009

Monday June 29th at St. Brendan's Park

The under 16 team suffered defeat at the hands of Tubbercurry last evening at Corballa.

Castleconnor had built up a good first half lead and led 2-6 to 0-5 at the interval. However Tubbercurry picked up the pace in the second half as Castleconnor took the foot off the pedal and they found themselves in arrears which they failed to get out of.

Castleconnor have finished their group stage of the competition, and will wait on the result of the next game between Tubbercurry and St. Molaise Gaels to see who will progress from the group.

U14A Champ semi-final: Castleconnor 6-13 v Ballisodare 8-3

The under 14 team will take on rivals St. Mary’s in this years under 14 A championship Final after defeating Ballisodare last Friday evening 6-13 to 8-3.

The final will take place on Friday July 10^th in Markievicz Park.

The team are eagerly awaiting Feile Peil na nOg in Kildare next weekend. On Friday the team take on our host club Cellbridge in Round 1 of group games. Between 7 and 9pm on the same day the team will take part in the Feile Parade from St. Conleth’s Park, along main Street to Cill Mhuire Car Park. On Saturday the team and supporters travel to Kilcullen and are in a group with Cellbridge, Kilcullen and Coralstown/Kinnegad from Westmeath. This will be round 2 and 3 of the group stages and the skills competition will also be held at this venue. The semi finals will also be played on this day at Johnstownbridge. On Sunday, the finals will be held. If we are successful in reaching the final of our division it will be held at St. Conleth’s Park.

The Club extends good wishes to the team and management and are very proud of this achievement.

The club also thanks everyone who are currently conveying good wishes to the club and team for this All Ireland festival.

U16 Champ Rd 1: Castleconnor 3-8 v St.Molaise Gaels 2-9, June 21, 2009

The under 16 team traveled to Grange on Monday evening week last to take on St. Molaise Gaels in round 1 of the B championship.

A fine summer’s evening made for the perfect game and indeed this it was. The first two or three minutes was end to end with the rearguard on both sides pressurizing the attack. Castleconnor finally got off the mark and went in 1-3 to 1-1 the better at the break.

St. Molaise Gaels came fighting back in the second half and with 15 minutes on the clock things didn’t look to be going our way. The final ten minutes were nip and tuck and a goal from Eoin Flynn started the Castleconnor comeback. The team were awarded a penalty soon after, and Kevin McDonnell blasted the ball to the roof of the net. 3-7 to St. Molaise Gaels 2-9. On the kickout SMG went on the attack and were awarded a penalty after a surging run at goal. Luckily for us, the resultant was blasted to the right and wide. Immediately down the other end, Castleconnor were awarded a free 45 metres out and substitute John McDonnell was introduced to kick the ball right between the sticks to leave the score at 3-8 to 2-9 in favour of Castleconnor.

On Monday last the team were fixtured to play Tubbercurry in round 2.

Team on duty was Brian Feeney, Jason Earlis, Conor Judge, Ronan Barrett, Anthony Kilcullen, Liam Naughton, Martin Foody, Keith Earlis, Matthew Cullen, Kevin McDonnell, Shane Wright, Eoin Flynn, Stephen Curley.

This weeks PRO notes, June 21, 2009

U-8/U-10 Coaching:

Under 8 and 10 coaching continues Friday evening from 7-8pm. Bonniconlon were visitors to Corballa on Friday evening for U10 and U8 games. Both teams provided a great evenings entertainment for the large gather. Thanks to Bonniconlon for making the trip. All boys and girls at this age level are encouraged to come along.

Under 12

The under 12 team traveled to Markievicz Park on Sunday last for the finals of the C competition. The team was not helped by the fact that the Minor board arranged the finals for the same day as the Community games finals across town which denied up to 6 players to perform at their best in either location. Hopefully the minor board takes this on board for next year. The team played St.Farnans in the semi final of the cup competition and despite sprinting across town put on a great display and were most unlucky to lose by a solitary point. The team played good football in patches and it was an overall good team performance. Well done to the team and management

Under 14:

The under 14 team take on Ballisodare this Friday in the A Championship semi final. At time of going to press full details are not known but it is presumed that Ballisodare have home advantage. More details on Sligo GAA website or our own Club website.

The team are eagerly awaiting Feile Peil na nOg in Kildare in July. On Friday 4^th July the team take on our host club Cellbridge in Round 1 of group games. Between 7 and 9pm on the same day the team will take part in the Feile Parade from St. Conleth’s Park, along main Street to Cill Mhuire Car Park. On Saturday July 5^th the team and supporters travel to Kilcullen and are in a group with Cellbridge, Kilcullen and Coralstown/Kinnegad from Westmeath. This will be round 2 and 3 of the group stages and the skills competition will also be held at this venue. The semi finals will also be played on this day. On Sunday, the finals will be held. If we are successful in reaching the final of our division it will be held at St. Conleth’s Park. The Club extends good wishes to the team and management and are very proud of this achievement. The club also thanks everyone who are currently conveying good wishes to the club and team for this All Ireland festival.

Under 16:

The under 16 team are awaiting word of their Division 3 league Final. The team have been drawn in a group with Tubbercurry and St. Molaise Gaels in the B Championship. Round 1 is away to St. Molaise Gaels on Monday June 22^nd. Round 2 is a home fixture against Tubbercurry on Monday 29^th June.

Minor:

The Minor team participated in the Minor Blitz finals that took place at Kevinsfort. The team defeated Bunninadden/Ballymote in the semi-final and lost out to St.Mholaise Gaels in the next game. The team are coming back to training this week after the leaving cert and preparing for the championship later in the Summer

Junior:

The Junior travelled to Shamrock Gaels last Saturday evening for the 5^th round of the division 5 league. The good evening meant we had a very good turnout and with the leaving over we were able to welcome back a good number of players. We started slowly in the first half and but as the half wore on we started to play a better brand of football and went in at the half time whistle losing 2-7 v 0-4.

From the restart Brian Curley scored a good goal and then two points meant we were right back in the game. We missed a number of good opportunities after this and when the home team scored their third goal with 15 minutes to go the game as a contest was over, but we kept trying and ended up losing 3-19 v 1-9 Team; B.Barrins, U.McGranahan, P.Flynn, D.Gilmartin, D.Howley, K.Barrett, F.Barrett, J.O’Regan, M.Fitzsimons, B.Curley, C.Gordon, B.Judge, P.Maughan, N.Fox, A.Mullarkey.Subs.M.Langan, S.Feeney, D.Ruane, B.Kelly, A.Naughton, J.Cullen, M.Carr.

We play Eastern Harps this weekend at home. Time and day to be arranged later in the week.

Senior

We had Geevagh as visitors to Corballa on Sunday afternoon for the penultimate round of the division 1 league. This was a relegation four pointer but we were not helped by the unavailability of 8 senior players due to injury. Despite this we played well in the first half and despite losing David Fox to injury, we turned over at the break losing 0-6 v 0-4. It was tight for the first 10 minutes of the half but then Geevagh started to take over and when Paul Kilcullen then had to leave the field we were left to finish the last quarter of the game with 14 players. Geevagh deserved their win on a score of 0-14 v 0-6. We are now relegated to division 2 for the 2010 season. It is now 5 weeks to championship and it is hoped that some of the injuries will clear up in time for this. Team: B.Barrins, K.Barrett, J.Tuffy, D.Fox, A.Naughton, M.Langan, J.O’Regan, K.Naughton, P.Kilcullen, B.Curley, A.Cawley, F.Barrett, P.Maughan, N.Fox, N.Judge. Subs; C.Gordon. Training continues on Tuesday and Thursday at 8pm

Lotto Rollover:

The lotto jackpot stands at €5850 as there was no winner of the previous two lotto draws. Results from 31^st May: Numbers drawn were 3, 15, 17 and 22. Match 3 winner was Marie Nealon, Co. Clare. Results from this weekends draw – Numbers drawn were 10, 12, 20 and 25. Match 3 winners were Sean & Padraig Kilrehill, Templeboy Chris McGrath, c/o Muddy Burns and Gerry Kelly, Cloontia. Next Draw takes place in Mahony’s Bar on Friday June 26^th with the jackpot now standing at €5850. Yearly tickets are now up for renewal and can be got from the usual outlets or committee members. The Club thanks you for your continued support.

Meetings:

The next club meeting take place on the second Wednesday in September.

E-Mail/Web:

Get the club’s latest news online at www.castleconnor.sligo.gaa.ie . Any queries can be e-mailed to Castleconnor gaa@ei rcom.net

Community Games

Congratulations to all the children in the parish who took part in the county finals in athletics at the IT Sligo ground on Saturday and Sunday. To the medal winners Cian Barrins, Aoife Quinn and Mícheal Cahill a very well done and best of luck to Cian and Aoife who will represent their parish and county in the All Ireland finals in Athlone later in the Summer.

This weeks PRO notes June 15, 2009

Castleconnor GAA Club

C.L.G Caisleáin Uí Conchubhair

U-8/U-10 Coaching:

Under 8 and 10 coaching continues Friday evening from 7-8pm. All boys and girls at this age level are encouraged to come along.

Under 12

The under 12 team traveled to Kent Park on Tuesday last to take on St. Mary’s in the League quarter final in section C. The team played good football in patches and it was an overall good team performance. We came out the better on a score of 17 v 13. The team have been drawn against St. Farnan’s in the semi final which will be a tough contest. Date for the finals is Sunday 21st. We wish the team and management the very best of luck.

Under 14:

The under 14 team take on Ballisodare this Friday in the A Championship semi final. At time of going to press full details are not known but it is presumed that Ballisodare have home advantage. More details on Sligo GAA website or our own Club website. On Sunday evening in front of a very large attendance Ballina Stephenites were the visitors to St. Brendan’s park for a challenge match. Afterwards, teams and supporters were served light refreshments. Thanks to all who were involved in serving the refreshments. The team are eagerly awaiting Feile Peil na nOg in Kildare in July. On Friday 4^th July the team take on our host club Cellbridge in Round 1 of group games. Between 7 and 9pm on the same day the team will take part in the Feile Parade from St. Conleth’s Park, along main Street to Cill Mhuire Car Park. On Saturday July 5^th the team and supporters travel to Kilcullen and are in a group with Cellbridge, Kilcullen and Coralstown/Kinnegad from Westmeath. This will be round 2 and 3 of the group stages and the skills competition will also be held at this venue. The semi finals will also be played on this day. On Sunday, the finals will be held. If we are successful in reaching the final of our division it will be held at St. Conleth’s Park. The Club extends good wishes to the team and management and are very proud of this achievement. The club also thanks everyone who are currently conveying good wishes to the club and team for this All Ireland festival.

Under 16:

The under 16 team are awaiting word of their Division 3 league Final. The team have been drawn in a group with Tubbercurry and St. Molaise Gaels in the B Championship. Round 1 is away to St. Molaise Gaels on Monday June 22^nd. Round 2 is a home fixture against Tubbercurry on Monday 29^th June.

Minor:

The Minor team participated in the Minor Blitz that took place in Quigabar last week and progressed from the West division after defeating Enniscrone/Kilglass and been defeated at the hands of St. Farnan’s. The quarter final is on Monday with the team were fixtured to play Ballymote/Bunninadden at Kevinsfort. Semi-Finals and finals were to be played on Monday night also.

Junior:

The Junior team’s game versus Eastern Harps was postponed on Sunday. On Saturday the team take on Shamrock Gaels in Coola @ 7.30pm.

Lotto Rollover:

The lotto jackpot stands at €5850 as there was no winner of the previous two lotto draws. Results from 31^st May: Numbers drawn were 3, 15, 17 and 22. Match 3 winner was Marie Nealon, Co. Clare. Results from this weekends draw – Numbers drawn were 10, 12, 20 and 25. Match 3 winners were Sean & Padraig Kilrehill, Templeboy Chris McGrath, c/o Muddy Burns and Gerry Kelly, Cloontia. Next Draw takes place in Mahony’s Bar on Friday June 26^th with the jackpot now standing at €5850. Yearly tickets are now up for renewal and can be got from the usual outlets or committee members. The Club thanks you for your continued support.

Meetings:

The next club meeting take place on the second Wednesday in September.

E-Mail/Web:

Get the club’s latest news online at www.castleconnor.sligo.gaa.ie . Any queries can be e-mailed to Castleconnor gaa@ei rcom.net

Sympathy:

The Club extends sympathy to the Curran Family Tullylin, the Feeney family Easkey, the Judge Family, Co. Kildare on their recent bereavements.

Senior

Castleconnor travelled to Ransboro on Saturday evening to play Coolera/Strandhill in the 12^th round of the division 1 league on Saturday evening. A number of downpours during the game did not affect the quality of the game which turned out to be very good. We got off to a very slow start and this was what ultimately lead to our downfall when we trailed by 7 v 1 after 15 minutes. But we finished the half well and were behind 0-8 v 0-4 at the break. The lead was reduced further in the half but a burst by the home team midway through it meant we were chasing a goal in the last minutes but their defence held firm and we lost 0-15 v 0-11. Team C.Gordon, P.McGuinness, J.Tuffy, B.Howley, B.Foody, M.Langan, D.Fox, P.Kilcullen, D.Carrabine, J.O’Regan, N.Fox, A.Cawley, N.Judge, P.Naughton, S.Curley. Subs: M.Fitzsimons, F.Barrett, P.Maughan,

We have a home game next Sunday against Geevagh. Training continues on Tuesday at 8

Congrats

Congratulations to Corballa NS girls team who won the 3 teacher county final in Markievicz Park on Saturday. It was a great performance by the whole panel. Thanks to Mr.Keane and Mr.Fogarty, all the supporters and especially to the girls who put in the hard work at training.

Cumann na mBunscoil finals, June 8th, 2009

Football Finals’ Day

13^th June 2009

Markievicz Park

This weeks PRO notes, June 8, 2009

Castleconnor GAA Club

C.L.G Caisleáin Uí Conchubhair

Notes June 7^th 2009

U-8/U-10 Coaching:

Under 8 and 10 coaching continues Friday evening from 7-8pm. All boys and girls at this age level are encouraged to come along.

U10 Community Games

Our U10 team hosted Coolera on Thursday evening in the first round of the Community games. A very strong Coolera team made light work of our team but our team never gave up and fought till the last whistle. Thanks to all that participated.

Under12

The under 12 team travelled to Bunninadden on Tuesday evening. A good team performance saw our team win out on a score of 20 v 11. The team have now qualified for the quarter-finals of the C competition where they will meet St.Marys in Kent park on Tuesday evening.

Under 14:

The under 14 team played Calry on Friday evening in the A championship. The team had a tough time of it and were happy to come out on top with a scoreline of 3-13 v 1-8 Team: A.Beardshall, L.Naughton, J.Earlis, K.Foody, E.Kent, C.Judge, C.Gallagher, K.McDonnell, S.Wright, J.Flynn, S.Curley, M.Cullen, D.Barrett, K.Kilcullen, C.Barrins. Subs, L.Beardshall, E.Kilcullen

The team travel to play Ballisodare on Friday evening in the semi-final of the championship.

Under 16:

The under 16 team are awaiting word of their Division 3 league Final.

Minor:

The minor team are taking part in a blitz in Enniscrone on Monday evening. The teams are consisting of non-exam students and is for teams from the West division.

Junior:

The Junior team were away to division 5 leaders Tubbercurry on Sunday. Travelling with 13 players we lost Gerry Holmes in the first minute and then Brian Howley a few minutes later to injury.

In the second half Norman Fox dislocated his thumb so for a lot of the game we were down to 12 players. However those that played competed till the very end and we lost on a score of 18 v 0.

Team, B.Barrins, P.Flynn, U.McGranahan, D.Fox, D.Gilmartin, B.Howley, N.Fox, J.O’Regan, A.Mullarkey, P.Maughan, B.Judge, B.Kelly, D.Ruane, F.Barrett, G.Holmes. Training continues on Tuesday at 8pm and we have a home game versus Eastern Harps next Sunday at 2pm.

Membership:

Club Membership for the coming year is overdue. Any outstanding monies please pay immediately to Registrar Gerry Curley, along with the membership form. Cost is €30 and underage members receive a club hoodie also.

Lotto Rollover:

The GAA lotto jackpot stands at €5700. Please note that yearly tickets are now up for renewal.

Senior

The division league leaders Tourlestrane were visitors to Corballa on Saturday evening. A strong breeze blew towards the Mayo end for the whole game and the visitors had the advantage of it in the first half. We contained them well and went in at the break trailing 0-6 v0-2.

We scored directly from the restart and kept going till we eventually took the lead with 4 minutes to go. From the resulting kickout the visitors drove up the field and scored a goal and from the following kickouts scored 1-1, to end what should have been a morale boosting victory against the league leaders. However the team played with great spirit and showed that the hard training of the last few weeks is starting to pay off. Next week we travel to Coolera.

Team: B.Barrins, P.McGuinness, J.Tuffy, Brendan Howley, R.Healy, M.Langan, D.Fox, P.Kilcullen, D.Carrabine, Brian Howley, A.Cawley, J.O’Regan, F.Barrett, N.Fox, N.Judge. Sub: P.Maughan. Training continues on Tuesday at 8pm

U14 A League Final: Castleconnor 1-8 v St.Marys 4-9, June 2, 2009

The under 14 team played St.Marys on Friday evening in the A league final at Dromard. A strong wind had an impact on the game which we played against in the first half. A number of missed goal opportunities in the first half proved costly though we lead by 4 points at the break playing great football against the wind.

St.Marys started the second half in whirlwind fashion and had two goals scored very quickly. A third goal later in the half was the final nail and despite a good finish from our team we ended up losing by 4-9 v 1-8.

Team: A.Beardshall, L.Naughton, J.Earlis, K.Foody, E.Kent, C.Judge, C.Gallagher, K.McDonnell, S.Wright, J.Flynn, S.Curley, M.Cullen, D.Barrett, K.Kilcullen, C.Barrins. Subs, L.Beardshall, E.Kilcullen

The team travel to Calry on Friday evening to play Calry in the first round of the championship.

This weeks PRO notes June 2 2009

Castleconnor GAA Club

C.L.G Caisleáin Uí Conchubhair

Notes 31^st May 2009

U-8/U-10 Coaching:

Under 8 and 10 coaching continues Friday evening from 7-8pm. All boys and girls at this age level are encouraged to come along. On Saturday we hosted Coolaney/Mullinabreena and St.Marys in sun drenched Corballa and it was great to see our young stars showing off their skills.

U10 Community Games

Our U10 team host Coolera on Thursday evening in the first round of the Community games. Team management will be in contact.

Under12

The under 12 team travel to Bunninadden on Tuesday evening.

Under 14:

The under 14 team played St.Marys on Friday evening in the A league final at Dromard. A strong wind had an impact on the game which we played against in the first half. A number of missed goal opportunities in the first half proved costly though we lead by 4 points at the break playing great football against the wind. St.Marys started the second half in whirlwind fashion and had two goals scored very quickly. A third goal later in the half was the final nail and despite a good finish from our team we ended up losing by 4-9 v 1-8. Team: A.Beardshall, L.Naughton, J.Earlis, K.Foody, E.Kent, C.Judge, C.Gallagher, K.McDonnell, S.Wright, J.Flynn, S.Curley,

M.Cullen, D.Barrett, K.Kilcullen, C.Barrins. Subs, L.Beardshall, E.Kilcullen

The team travel to Calry on Friday evening to play Calry in the first round of the championship.

Under 16:

The under 16 team are awaiting word of their Division 3 league Final.

Minor:

Since our exit from the minor league in the semi final the team are not in competitive action again until after the exams in June. Good luck to all sitting exams.

Junior:

The Junior team are away to division 5 leaders Tubbercurry on Sunday at 2pm. Training continues on Tuesday at 8pm

Membership:

Club Membership for the coming year is overdue. Any outstanding monies please pay immediately to Registrar Gerry Curley, along with the membership form. Cost is €30 and underage members receive a club hoodie also.

Lotto Rollover:

The GAA lotto jackpot stands at €5550. Please note that yearly tickets are now up for renewal. The lotto will resume on the June Bank Holiday weekend.

E-Mail/Web:

Log onto the Clubs website at www.castleconnor.sligo.gaa.ie for the latest club news. For any queries e-mail us at castleconnorgaa@eircom.net.

Senior

The division league leaders Tourlestrane are visitors to Corballa on Saturday evening. The game is scheduled for a 6:30pm start. Training continues on Tuesday at 8pm

This weeks PRO notes May 25 2009

Castleconnor GAA Club

C.L.G Caisleáin Uí Conchubhair

Notes 18^th May 2009

U-8/U-10 Coaching:

Under 8 and 10 coaching continues Friday evening from 7-8pm. All boys and girls at this age level are encouraged to come along. Saturdays blitz had to be called off due to the very inclement weather. Next weekend are u8 panel are scheduled to travel to St.Marys for a blitz

Under 12:

The under 12 team had a challenge match at home on Saturday versus Bonniconlon which turned out to be a very exciting encounter

Under 14:

The under 14 team have reached the A league final after defeating Ballisodare on Friday evening in Corballa. It was a very even first half where we lead by 5 at the break after playing with the strong wind. Goals at crucial times in the second half paved the way for a 5-14 v 4-6 victory. At the time of printing the time and venue for the final had not been confirmed.

Under 16:

The under 16 team are awaiting word of their Division 3 league Final.

Minor:

Since our exit from the minor league in the semi final the team are not in competitive action again until after the exams in June. Good luck to all sitting exams.

Junior:

The Junior team had their first victory of the year on Saturday evening when they defeated the current Junior champions Bunninadden in round four of the Division 5 senior league. Yet again we field a very experienced and inexperienced lineup of old and young. For the first time this year the team got off to a good start with points from Paul Maughan and Brian Howley. Coming up to the break a good solo goal by Brian Curley gave us a four point cushion of 1-5 v 0-4. The visitors had the first two points of the half but we steadied and a fine punched effort by Ultan McGranahan put us back in the driving seat but the visitors fought back. With five minutes to go Morgan Fitzsimons scored a great goal after a strong solo run. This was a very good team performance and the young members of the team are improving with every game. The final score was 3-10 v 0-14. Team: B.Barrins, K.Naughton, U.McGranahan, D.Howley, P.Flynn, D.Gilmartin, M.Fitzsimons, C.Gordon, F.Barrett, B.Curley, Brian Howley, P.Maughan, G.Holmes. Subs: Brendan Howley, S.Kilgannon, S.Feeney. Our next game is away to the league leaders Tubbercurry.

Handball:

To celebrate the 125th Anniversary of the G.A.A. the Castleconnor Handball Club had a weekend of handball on May 23rd & 24th next. On Saturday from 12 noon to 6.00 p.m. the Junior members of the club provided the entertainment and on Sunday the Senior players will took centre stage from 12 - 6 p.m..

Thanks to all those who came along and supported those playing or participated. It was a great opportunity to try out the game. The main emphasis over the weekend was Fun and we hope everyone enjoyed themselves.

Membership:

Club Membership for the coming year is overdue. Any outstanding monies please pay immediately to Registrar Gerry Curley, along with the membership form. Cost is €30 and underage members receive a club hoodie also.

Lotto Rollover:

The GAA lotto jackpot stands at €5550. Please note that yearly tickets are now up for renewal. The lotto will resume on the June Bank Holiday weekend.

E-Mail/Web:

Log onto the Clubs website at www.castleconnor.sligo.gaa.ie for the latest club news. For any queries e-mail us at castleconnorgaa@eircom.net.

Senior

We travelled to Ballymote on Thursday evening last to take on the home team in round 10 of the senior div 1 league. Despite being down 1-2 after ten minutes the team rallied and had cut the margin to two with five minutes to go in the half. By halftime the home team lead though by 1-7 v 0-4. The second half saw a total collapse from our team and with no subs available had to carry on with a number of injuries losing badly 2-17 v 1-5 with the goal coming from Brian Curley. Our next game is against table toppers Tourlestrane. Team:Colin Gordon, Brendan Howley, David Fox, Pat McGuinness, David Carrabine, Michael Langan(0-2), Kieran Naughton, Paul Kilcullen(0-2), Karl Tuffy, Patrick Naughton, Brian Howley, Frank Barrett, Norman Fox(1-0), Niall Judge(0-2). Training continues on Tuesday at 8pm

Div 5 Rd 4: Castleconnor 3-10 v Buninnadden 0-14

The Junior team had their first victory of the year on Saturday evening when they defeated the current Junior champions Bunninadden in round four of the Division 5 senior league. Yet again we field a very experienced and inexperienced lineup of old and young. For the first time this year the team got off to a good start with points from Paul Maughan and Brian Howley. Coming up to the break a good solo goal by Brian Curley gave us a four point cushion of 1-5 v 0-4.

The visitors had the first two points of the half but we steadied and a fine punched effort by Ultan McGranahan put us back in the driving seat but the visitors fought back. With five minutes to go Morgan Fitzsimons scored a great goal after a strong solo run. Shane Feeney had the chance to finally to finish off the game after being put through in the last minute but he will have to wait another day for the glory of the green flag being raised. This was a very good team performance and the young members of the team are improving with every game. The final score was 3-10 v 0-14.

Team: B.Barrins, K.Naughton, U.McGranahan, D.Howley, P.Flynn, D.Gilmartin, M.Fitzsimons, C.Gordon, F.Barrett, B.Curley, Brian Howley, P.Maughan, G.Holmes. Subs: Brendan Howley, S.Kilgannon, S.Feeney. Our next game is away to the league leaders Tubbercurry.

U14A League Semi: Castleconnor 5-14 v Ballisodare 4-6, May 25, 2009

The under 14 team have reached the A league final after defeating Ballisodare on Friday evening in Corballa. It was a very even first half where we lead by 5 at the break after playing with the strong wind.

Goals at crucial times in the second half paved the way for a 5-14 v 4-6 victory.

At the moment the time and venue for the final had not been confirmed though it is thought to be in Markievicz next Friday evening.

Div 1 Rd 10: Castleconnor 1-9 v Tubbercurry 1-9, May 18, 2009

Tubbercurry were the visitors to Corballa on Sunday for round 8 of the division 1 league. A strong wind blew from the Gap across the field with no advantage to either team. Tubber went into an early two point lead but a great goal from Norman Fox after a super catch put Castleconnor in front for the first time. By the half time whistle we lead by 1-4 v 0-5.

We controlled most of the second half but our inaccuracy from frees was not helping. Coming into the final minute we lead by 2 when Tubber struck for a goal to take the lead. However our heads did not drop and in the last minute of injury time Michael Langan put over the equalizing point to get a well desereved point with the score 1-9 each. Team:Colin Gordon, Brendan Howley, John Tuffy, Pat McGuinness, David Carrabine, Michael Langan(0-2), David Fox, Paul Kilcullen(0-2), Karl Tuffy, Brian Curley(0-1), Alan Cawley(0-2), John O’Regan, Frank Barrett, Norman Fox(1-0), Niall Judge(0-2) Sub Brian Howley

Next weekend we are away to Ballymote. Training continues on Tuesday at 8pm

This weeks PRO notes, 18 May, 2009

Castleconnor GAA Club

C.L.G Caisleáin Uí Conchubhair

Notes 18^th May 2009

U-8/U-10 Coaching:

Under 8 and 10 coaching continues Friday evening from 7-8pm. All boys and girls at this age level are encouraged to come along. On Saturday the club host an U-10 Play and Stay blitz with St. Michael’s, Coolaney/Mullinabreena and St. Mary’s the visitors. Proceedings get under way at 10.30am.

Last weekend our U8 squad travelled to Ballisodare to take on the local team. In the driving rain the youngsters from both sides produced an exciting game full of skill and commitment. Thanks to Ballisodare for fulfilling the fixture and for their hospitality.

Under 12:

The under 12 team had a comprehensive win over Cloonacool on Tuesday last. This Tuesday(19^th) we take on St. Pat’s and are away the following week to Ballisodare. The under 12 panel: Kevin Howley, Luke Munnelly, Odhran Quinn, Lewis Beardshall, Elliot Beardshall, Sean Carrabine, Stephen Durkan, Brendan Foody, Paul Flynn, Enda Kilcullen, Ronan Coggins, Jack O’Hora, Cian Barrins.

Under 14:

The under 14 team had a fine victory over Eastern Harps on Saturday last in Gurteen. They take on Ballisodare or Tourlestrane in the semi final of the league on Friday(TBC) with presumed home advantage.

Under 16:

The under 16 team are awaiting word of their Division 3 league Final.

Minor:

Since our exit from the minor league in the semi final the team are not in competitive action again until after the exams in June. Good luck to all sitting exams.

Junior:

The Junior team take on Bunninadden in round four of the Division 5 senior league on Saturday next at 7.30pm at home.

Sligo Minors:

Commiserations to David Carrabine and the Sligo minors on their heartbreaking defeat to Galway on Saturday at Tuam stadium in the CMC preliminary round.

Handball:

To celebrate the 125th Anniversary of the G.A.A. the Castleconnor Handball Club will have a weekend of handball on May 23rd & 24th next. On Saturday from 12 noon to 6.00 p.m. the Junior members of the club will provide the entertainment and on Sunday the Senior players will take centre stage from 12 - 6 p.m..

We invite all those who are interested in handball to come along and support those playing or to participate and have a game. It is a great opportunity to try out the game or equally if you played some years ago it is an ideal opportunity to renew your acquaintance with handball again. The main emphasis over the weekend is Fun and we hope everyone will enjoy themselves. Light refreshments will be served

History was made in Castleconnor handball club the weekend before last when the club’s first adult Connacht handball title came to the club in the Junior C 40 x 20 grade. Tom Foody & Joe Gorman had an epic semi-final match with Galway before coming out on top after a marathon struggle by 21-20, 20-21, 21-14 the previous week. Ironically it was an all Castleconnor final with Tom Foody and Joe Gorman pitted against their club mates Michael Browne & Tom Tuffy. The first game was very close and Foody & Gorman just held out after an entertaining first game winning by 21-19. The eventual winners had a good 12-2 lead in the second. However, Michael Browne played excellent handball throughout and fought hard to keep in the contest alongside Tomas Tuffy. Browne & Tuffy were within striking distance of Foody & Gorman at only 16-13 behind. Foody & Gorman with that will bit more experience eventually winning the second game by 21-16 to win the historic final.

Then last week, Collooney reached the Provincial decider following a narrow victory over a gallant Castleconnor team in the Sligo final played in Collooney on Wednesday evening last.

Collooney were overwhelming favourites to win, but Castleconnor hadn’t fully read the script and very nearly pulled off a shock victory. Peter Davey from Collooney started brightly against Castleconnor’s Martin Cooney. However it soon became evident that Cooney was going to be a difficult opponent for Davey and so it proved to be. Cooney with 2 very good hands began to find his range and took the first game by 21-12. Cooney kept up the pressure and it was clear that Davey was tiring against a stronger opponent so much so that Davey failed to register a score in the second.

With a 30 point advantage going into the doubles Castleconnor were in the driving seat. Collooney’s John McLoughlin & Sean Coen right from the start began to eat away into’s Castleconnor’s big lead, and quite easily took the 1^st game by 21-5 over Michael Browne & Tom Foody. In the second Browne came more into it and covered every inch of the Collooney court, and Foody got some nice scores on the right. McLoughlin & Coen were finding it hard to add to their tally, and a reinvigorated Browne & Foody surprised the more experienced Collooney side by taking the second game by 21-15.

Going into the last singles match Castleconnor still led by 20 points (68-48). Collooney were relying on Michael McGee to pull the game out of the fire, and straight away he brought the battle to Joe Gorman from Castleconnor taking the 1^st game by 21-12. Joe Gorman had a great start to the second game going 8-0 up and just needed 2 points for overall victory. McGee, the former Royal County handball player dug deep and in true Meath style put in a storming finish. Gorman only managed 1 further score as McGee took the second game by 21-9. At the very end Collooney had a narrow escape just pipping Castleconnor by 1 point, the final score in favour of Collooney was 90 – 89. Collooney now go onto the Provincial final where they will meet the winners of Roscommon or Galway at a date and venue yet to be confirmed.

Monthly Meetings:

Please note that club monthly meetings take place the second Wednesday of each month @ 9.30pm in the community centre. All members are asked to attend and new members are always welcome.

Membership:

Club Membership for the coming year is overdue. Any outstanding monies please pay immediately to Registrar Gerry Curley, along with the membership form. Cost is €30 and underage members receive a club hoodie also.

Lotto Rollover:

The GAA lotto jackpot stands at €5550. Please note that yearly tickets are now up for renewal. The lotto will resume on the June Bank Holiday weekend.

E-Mail/Web:

Log onto the Clubs website at www.castleconnor.sligo.gaa.ie for the latest club news. For any queries e-mail us at castleconnorgaa@eircom.net.

Juniors:

Hard luck to Niall Judge and the Sligo Junior team on their two point defeat to Roscommon on Friday in the Connacht JFC.

Underage Tables, May 17, 2009

This weeks PRO notes , May 11, 2009

Castleconnor GAA Club

C.L.G Caisleáin Uí Conchubhair

Notes 11^th May 2009

U-8/U-10 Coaching:

Under 8 and 10 coaching continues Friday evening from 7-8pm. All boys and girls at this age level are encouraged to come along.

Under 12:

The under 12 team suffered their second consecutive defeat of the league at the hands of St. Michael’s on Tuesday evening last. They take on Cloonacool away this Tuesday 12^th May and the team are at home the following week to St. Patricks.

Under 14:

On Monday evening the under 14 team were fixtured to play Calry/St Joseph’s in round 4 of the league. On Friday evening last the weather dominated yet again and the game versus Eastern Harps was postponed.

Under 16:

Due to the recent adverse weather the league encounter between ourselves and Cloonacool was postponed on Wednesday last. This Wednesday we take on the same opposition away.

Minor:

Since our exit from the minor league in the semi final the team are not in competitive action again until after the exams in June. Good luck to all sitting exams.

Junior:

The Junior team take on Bunninadden in round four of the Division 5 senior league on Saturday next at 4pm at home.

Senior:

The senior team are back to action on Sunday when Tubbercurry are the visitors to Corballa for a 12noon start in round 9 of the Division 1 senior league.

Sligo Minors:

We wish David Carrabine and all involved with the Sligo minor team the very best of luck as they take on Galway on Saturday at Tuam Stadium in the Connacht Minor Championship.

Lá na gClub:

Due to the recent weather conditions, the club committee decided to cancel the activities which were to take place on the pitch on Sunday.

To celebrate the 125th Anniversary of the G.A.A. the Castleconnor Handball Club will have a weekend of handball on May 23rd & 24th next. On Saturday from 12 noon to 6.00 p.m. the Junior members of the club will provide the entertainment and on Sunday the Senior players will take centre stage from 12 - 6 p.m..

We invite all those who are interested in handball to come along and support those playing or to participate and have a game. It is a great opportunity to try out the game or equally if you played some years ago it is an ideal opportunity to renew your acquaintance with handball again. The main emphasis over the weekend is Fun and we hope everyone will enjoy themselves. Light refresments will be served

Monthly Meetings:

Please note that club monthly meetings take place the second Wednesday of each month @ 9.30pm in the community centre. All members are asked to attend and new members are always welcome. Next meeting is this Wednesday May 13^th.

Membership:

Club Membership for the coming year is overdue. Any outstanding monies please pay immediately to Registrar Gerry Curley, along with the membership form. Cost is €30 and underage members receive a club hoodie also.

Lotto Rollover:

The GAA lotto jackpot stands at €5550. Please note that yearly tickets are now up for renewal. The lotto has been suspended to allow for the distribution of these tickets.

E-Mail/Web:

Log onto the Clubs website at www.castleconnor.sligo.gaa.ie for the latest club news. For any queries e-mail us at castleconnorgaa@eircom.net.

Thank You:

The Club wishes to thank everyone who helped out in anyway for the cake sale on Sunday week last. This was held in the community centre and was a great success.

Well Done:

Well done to club player Niall Judge, on receiving Freshers Football Player of the year award recently, at the Athlone Institute of Technology 26^th Annual Sports Awards presentation.

Community Games:

The community games athletic finals take place next Sunday at the GAA Park commencing at 2.30pm. Come along for a good day of enjoyment.

Sympathy:

We extend our sympathy to Peter McHugh, Coiste na nÓg Chairman and his family on their recent bereavement.

This weeks PRO notes, May 5, 2009

Lá na gClub:

The club along with Eoghan Rua Ladies Club are having a full day of matches and fun at St. Brendan's Park on May 10^th to celebrate 125 years of the GAA.

The schedule of matches is as follows (please note, the following times are throw-in times)

U8 & U10 at 12.30,

U12 at 1.30,

Junior match Eoghan Rua Ladies v Castleconnor at 2.30,

U14 at 3.45pm & U16 at 4.45.

Some matches will be combined/mixed matches and ladies rules will apply. Refreshments will be served. Anyone interested in taking part should please be at the pitch 15 minutes before their throw-in time.

Looking forward to seeing you there.

Thank You:

The Club wishes to thank everyone who helped out in anyway for the cake sale on Sunday last. This was held in the community centre and was a great success.

Lotto Rollover:

The GAA lotto jackpot stands at €5550. Please note that yearly tickets are now up for renewal. The lotto has been suspended to allow for the distribution of these tickets.

GAA Meetings:

Please note that club monthly meetings take place the second Wednesday of each month @ 9.30pm in the community centre. All members are asked to attend and new members are always welcome. Next meeting is on May 13^th.

Membership:

Club Membership for the coming year is now due. Outstanding monies should be paid immediately to Club Registrar Gerry Curley, Treasurer Tom Tuffy, Assistant Treasurer Darren Ruane, or alternatively to team managers. Cost of membership is €30 for both adult and senior members.

Under 8/10:

Under 8 and 10 coaching continues Friday evening from 7-8pm. All boys and girls at this age level are encouraged to come along.

E-Mail/Web:

Log onto the Clubs website at www.castleconnor.sligo.gaa.ie for the latest club news. For any queries e-mail us at castleconnorgaa@eircom.net.

Under 14:

The under 14 team take on Eastern Harps in the final round of the Division 1 league on Friday evening in Keash. On Monday evening the team are fixtured to play Calry/St. Joseph’s in round 4 at Calry Community Park, Hazelwood.

Under 12:

In round two of the league Castleconnor suffered defeat to St. Farnan’s on Tuesday last. They team were fixtured to play St. Michael’s on Tuesday evening at Corballa.

Congrats:

Congrats and well done to all involved in Sligo’s win over Monaghan in the NHL Final in Cavan at the weekend.

U16 League updates

U-16 FL : Castleconnor 3-6 Geevagh 0-11

The under 16 team had two league games last week.

On Monday evening Easkey were the visitors to Corballa. In terrible conditions a hard fought and close game was seen all the way through. Castleconnor came out eventual winners 1-7 to 1-5.

On Friday evening at Shamrock Gaels Park, Coola the team took on Geevagh. This again, was a well contested game with both sides producing good spells of football.

Geevagh were first off the mark but Shane Wright got Castleconnor’s first score after seven minutes. A soccer style goal and a point in quick succession from Stephen Curley put the team ahead. Immediately after Geevagh had their own goal chance but blazed the ball wide. The sides exchanged scores again and a Kevin McDonnell point after a surging run on 20 minutes put us ahead by the narrowest of margins. Geevagh leveled matters just before the interval to leave it at 1-4 to 0-7.

Anthony Kilcullen got the side going with a point after just one minute of the second period. Castleconnor’s second goal came from Curley yet again, after an excellent pass from James Flynn. Geevagh also created good chances and took their scores. A short 45’ on 16 minutes resulted in another Kevin McDonnell score and now the red and whites led by two. This was cut back to a point (2-6 to 0-11) and the last five minutes to the game was nip and tuck.

In the last minute a high ball was sent into the Geevagh goalmouth and Keith Earlis was there to flick in the resultant kick. Final score: Castleconnor 3-6 Geevagh 0-11.

Team on duty: Brian Feeney, Liam Naughton, Keith Foody, Ronan Barrett, Anthony Kilcullen, Shane Wright, Martin Foody, Keith Earlis, Eoin Flynn, Kevin McDonnell, James Flynn, Ciaran Kilcullen, Stephen Curley.

The team take on Cloonacool on Wednesday evening away.

Div 5 Rd 2: Castleconnor 1-2 v Enniscrone 3-15, May 5 2009

Though the lads tried their best it was just another one of those days for the team. With a lot of changes from their last outing the team formation is still far from settled and getting the mix of old and young is still perplexing.

Enniscrone were out of the blocks early but the majority of their scores at the break were from frees, an indictment of the pressure the backs were under. Our solitary point in the half came from Brian Curley after good buld up. The half time score was 1-10 v 0-1.

The start of the second half was a lot better for the team with more aggression and fight being shown and John Cullen scored a very good point after a penetrating run. There was a lack of scores in the second half as the defence realised it was better to not foul. However a Gerry Holmes goal was the middle of 3 goals with Enniscrone getting two.

The teams next game is versus Bunninadden at home the weekend of May 17th.

Team. B.Kelly, U.McGranahan, Brendan Howley, P.Flynn, Brian Howley, D.Fox, D.Howley, J.Cullen, N.Fox, D.Gillmartin, B.Curley, F.Barrett, B.Judge, P.Maughan, M.Langan. Subs: J.McGuinness, D.Ruane, G.Holmes, T.Tuffy

U16 League: Castleconnor 3-6 v Geevagh 0-11, May1 2009

The under 16 team travelled to Coola this evening to take on Geevagh in the League.

Final score: Castleconnor 3-06 Geevagh 0-11

Handball Final tonight, May 1 2009

The delayed Connacht Junior C 40 x 20 doubles is set for an exciting finale. In the final will be two doubles pairs from Sligo both from the Castleconnor Club. It is expected to be an exciting affair. In the final the teams are represented by Tom Foody & Joe Gorman and Michael Browne & Tomas Tuffy. In last weekened’s semi-final in Bofield Co. Mayo Foody & Gorman had to pull out all the stops before emerging winners that went the distance. The duo defeated a very strong Galway pairing by 21-20, 20-21, 21-14. Browne & Tuffy overcame Leitrim’s Hazlett & O’Donnell in their semi-final outing.

Both teams have been showing up well in the recent Sligo 40 x 20 league. Michael Browne & Tomas Tuffy were a revelation in the league and will be hard to beat. However Tom Foody & Joe Gorman look the more balanced side and it may well come down to who ever wants to win the Connacht title the most. An entertaining final is in prospect.

Connacht Junior C 40 x 20 doubles final in Castleconnor

Michael Browne & Tomas Tuffy (Sligo) v Tom Foody & Joe Gorman (Sligo)

This weeks PRO news, April 29, 2009

PRO News

Thank You:

The Club wishes to thank everyone who helped out in anyway for the recent fundraising events. On Easter Monday last, a large contingent gathered at Belleek Woods for a sponsored walk. On Saturday night last April 18^th in Mahony’s Bar, the club ran a very successful race night. Thanks to all who supported and got involved.

Lotto Rollover:

The Castleconnor GAA lotto jackpot stands at €5550. Please note that yearly tickets are now up for renewal. The lotto has been suspended to allow for the distribution of these tickets.

GAA Meetings:

Please note that club monthly meetings take place the second Wednesday of each month @ 9.30pm in the community centre. All members are asked to attend and new members are always welcome.

Membership:

Club Membership for the coming year is now due. Outstanding monies should be paid immediately to Club Registrar Gerry Curley, Treasurer Tom Tuffy, Assistant Treasurer Darren Ruane, or alternatively to team managers. Cost of membership is €30 for both adult and senior members.

Cake Sale:

A Cake Sale will take place on Sunday 3^rd May in the Community Centre at 12.00 noon. Anyone wishing to help out in any way or by baking cakes, buns etc. can do so by contacting Mary Earlis or Geraldine McDonnell.

Please support.

Under 8/10:

Under 8 and 10 coaching continues Friday evening from 7-8pm. All boys and girls at this age level are encouraged to come along.

E-Mail/Web:

Log onto the Clubs website at www.castleconnor.sligo.gaa.ie for the latest club news. For any queries e-mail us at castleconnorgaa@eircom.net.

Under 16:

The under 16 team were to play Easkey in the league on Monday evening. On Wednesday evening the team play Cloonacool while on Friday they take on Geevagh. Both games are away. Fixtures are subject to change. On Monday evening last the team defeated St. Michael’s at Ballintogher 6-08 to 1-07.

Under 14:

The refixtured games versus Calry and Coolera were again postponed during last week. The team take on Calry away this Friday at 7pm.

Speedy Recovery:

We wish John McDonnell a speedy recovery on his recent injury.

U12: Castleconnor 11 v Easkey 8

The under 12 team got their league campaign off to a winning start over neighbours Easkey at Corballa on Tuesday last.

Entering the final quarter the scores were locked at 8 scores a piece but in the final 12 minutes we took our chances with scores from Sean Carrabine, Luke Munnelly and Lewis Beardshaw.

The team management of Tony Carrabine, Sean Gordon and Brendan Howley with help from Barry Judge were delighted with the result.

Panel: Kevin Howley, David Ginty, Tom Foody, Cian Barrins, Sean Carrabine, Eoin Kilcullen, Luke Munnelly, Stephen Durkan, Lewis Beardshaw, Elliot Beardshaw, Paul Flynn,

Final score was 0-11 to 0-8.

This Tuesday evening(April 28^th) they take on St. Farnan’s at Templeboy.

Div 1 Rd7: Castleconnor 0-5 v Eastern Harps 0-16, April 28 2009

We welcomed county champions Eastern Harps to a wind and rain swept Corballa on Sunday for the seventh round of the league. We played with the strong breeze in the first half but turned over losing 8 v 3 with the highlight a penalty save from Colin Gordon. The second half we upped the intensity considerably. We had a penalty well saved from the visitors keeper but it would have made no difference to the final result of 0-16 v 0-5.

Team: C.Gordon, B.Howley, J.Tuffy, P.McGuinness, R.Healy, N.Fox, K.Naughton, P.Naughton, P.Kilcullen, D.Fox, J.O’Regan, B.Curley, P.Maughan, F.Barrett, N.Judge. Sub Brian Howley.

Next week we have Curry as visitors.

Div 5 Rd 2: Castleconnor 0-7 v St.Johns 3-17, April 27 2009

Castleconnor travelled to Carraroe on Friday evening to take on St.Johns. Despite a good start a bad mistake by our keeper gave Johns the first score and from that point they did not hit a wide till the second half. A more spirited performance in the second half did not stop the score being wide losing by 3-17 v 0-8.

Team: B.Barrins, D.Gilmartin, K.Naughton, J.Cullen, B.Howley(0-1), D.Fox, D.Howley, C.Gordon(0-1), N.Fox(0-1), M.Langan(0-2), B.Judge(0-2), P.Maughan, S.Feeney, U.McGranahan,

Next weekend we travel to Quigabar to take on Enniscrone on Sunday at 3pm.

Minor League semi: Castleconnor 3-5 v Shamrock Gaels 1-13, April 27 2009

Castleconnor played Shamrock Gaels in the semi final of the minor B league on Thursday evening in Corballa. The team was hit with the loss of John McDonnell and Ronan Keane with injury. This was an exciting game with the result in doubt right into injury time. The first half was a tight affair even though we had the breeze we had a first half penalty from Paul Sweeney to keep us in the game.

Shamrock Gaels started the second half on a flyer and were 4 points up with 15 minutes gone. Then Castleconnor hit for 2 goals in a 5 minute spell, the first a penalty from Paul Sweeney and the second a long range effort from Barry Judge. The Gaels narrowed the deficit to 1 and then leveled but Barry Judge put the homeside one up with 2 minutes to play. Shamrock Gaels finished strongly with 3 points in the last number of minutes to progress to the final with a scoreline of 3-5 v 1-13.

Team: A.Hallinan, K.Earlis, S.Kilgannon, D.Howley, K.Maye, M.Foody, D Carrabine(0-1), J.McGuinness, P Sweeney(2P,1) B Judge(1-2) B Curley (0-1), M.Crawford.

This weeks PRO news, April 20, 2009

Castleconnor GAA Club

C.L.G Caisleáin Uí Conchubhair

Email: castleconnorgaa@eircom.net

Website: www.castleconnor.sligo.gaa.ie

Senior:

The senior team were fixtured to play Curry in round 2 of the Pick n Choose league on Monday evening. In the league, they take on Easter Harps on Sunday @ 3pm at home

Junior:

The Junior team take on St. John’s in round two of the SFL Division 5 on Friday @ 7pm in Carraroe.

Thank You:

The Club wishes to thank everyone who helped out in anyway for the recent fundraising events. On Easter Monday last, a large contingent gathered at Belleek Woods for a sponsored walk. On Saturday night last in Mahony’s Bar, the club ran a very successful race night. Thanks to all who supported and got involved.

Lotto Rollover:

The lotto jackpot stands at €5550 as there was no winner of the draw at the weekend. Details next week. Please note that yearly tickets are now up for renewal.

Meeting:

Please note that club monthly meetings take place the second Wednesday of each month @ 9.30pm in the community centre. All members are asked to attend and new members are always welcome.

Membership:

Club Membership for the coming year is now due. Outstanding monies should be paid immediately to Club Registrar Gerry Curley, Treasurer Tom Tuffy, Assistant Treasurer Darren Ruane, or alternatively to team managers. Cost of membership is €30 for both adult and senior members.

Cake Sale:

A Cake Sale will also take place on Sunday 3^rd May in the Community Centre at 12.00 noon. Anyone wishing to help out in any way or by baking cakes, buns etc. can do so by contacting Mary Earlis or Geraldine McDonnell.

Your continued support would be much appreciated.

Under 8/10:

Under 8 and 10 coaching continues Friday evening from 7-8pm. All boys and girls at this age level are encouraged to come along.

Under 12:

The Under 12 team take on Easkey on Tuesday 21^st April at Corballa in round one of the league.

Under 14:

The under 14 division one section one league encounter against Cooler was postponed on Friday. Re-fixture TBC.

Under 16:

The under 16 team were fixtured to play St. Michael’s in the league on Monday evening. Next Monday they play Easkey at home @ 7pm.

Minor:

The minor team are fixtured to play the semi final of their Division 2 league on Thursday. Details TBC. Check out Sligo or our own club website, or the fixtures section for more.

County Scene:

Comiserations to the County Senior Ladies team on their defeat to Down. Best of luck to the hurlers and footballers in their respective National league finals.

E-Mail/Web:

Log onto the Clubs website at www.castleconnor.sligo.gaa.ie for the latest club news. For any queries e-mail us at castleconnorgaa@eircom.net.

Div 1 League: Castleconnor 0-6 v Geevagh 2-8, April 13 2009

Senior Football League Division One: Castleconnor 0-6 Geevagh 2-8

An understrength senior team were defeated by Geevagh on Easter Sunday evening at Riverstown in round 6 of the senior league.

The team were chasing the game from start to finish, and never really looked like threatening the opposition's lead. Trailing by a goal after a few minutes of the second period, Geevagh hit the net with a goal and this put us out of reach.

Our scores came from Niall Judge(3), Patrick Naughton(2), and Paul kilcullen(1) in a disappointing performance.

Next weekend the team are fixtured to play Curry in the Pick n Choose League.

Team on Duty was: Morgan Fitzsimons, Brendan Howley, John Tuffy, Patrick McGuinness, David Fox, John O'Regan, Ciaran Barrett, Paul Kilcullen, Patrick Naughton, Frank Barrett, Niall Judge, Alan Cawley, Brian Curley, Norman Fox, Paul Maughan.

Subs: Barnes Kelly, Brian Howley.

MFL, Div 2: Castleconnor 1-11 v Geevagh 0-10, April 10, 2009

Castleconnor travelled to Riverstown Park at short notice on Good Friday evening to take on Geevagh in the final round of the MFL. Our pitch at Corballa, like many more was deemed unplayable due to the adverse weather conditions.

Castleconnor came home with the spoils 1-11 to 0-10 - but have some work to do before their next outing in the semi final on April 23rd.

This weeks PRO notes, April 11, 2009

Membership:

Club Membership for the coming year is now due. Outstanding monies should be paid immediately to Club Registrar Gerry Curley, Treasurer Tom Tuffy, Assistant Treasurer Darren Ruane, or alternatively to team managers. Cost of membership is €30 for both adult and senior members.

Sponsored Walk:

On Bank Holiday Easter Monday 13^th April at 2 p.m. in Belleek Woods, Ballina, the club will hold a sponsored walk. This is part of the Clubs latest fundraising.

A Cake Sale will also take place on Sunday 3^rd May in the Community Centre at 12.00 noon. Anyone wishing to help out in any way or by baking cakes, buns etc. can do so by contacting Mary Earlis or Geraldine McDonnell.

Your continued support would be much appreciated.

Under 8/10:

Under 8 and 10 coaching resumes this Friday evening from 7-8pm and every Friday from then on. All boys and girls at this age level are encouraged to come along.

Under 12:

Training continues on Wednesday evenings from 7-8pm.

Easter Camps:

Matthew Cullen, Conor Gallagher, Keith Foody and Jason Earlis will participate in the Easter camps which run through this week in Oxfield.

County Scene:

Congrats to the county hurlers on reaching the NHL Division 4 Final. Also to the Ladies team who were victorious against Cavan on Sunday in the NFL quarter final. Commiserations to our county under 21 team and club player Niall Judge on their Connacht final defeat to Mayo on Saturday. The senior mens team take on Waterford in Markievicz next weekend. Good luck to the team.

Sympathy:

The Club would like to extend its deepest sympathy to the Curran Family, on the recent death of Katie Curran.

E-Mail/Web:

Log onto the Clubs website at www.castleconnor.sligo.gaa.ie for the latest club news. For any queries e-mail us at castleconnorgaa@eircom.net.

SFL Div 1: Castleconnor 2-7 v Coolera/Strandhill 0-7, April 6, 2009

The Senior team recorded their first win of their Division one league campaign on Sunday last defeating Coolera/Strandhill 2-07 to 0-07 at Corballa.

The team led 2-1 to 0-5 at the interval, thanks to a Paul Kilcullen free, and goals from Brian Curley and Frank Barrett.

The visitors reduced the deficit to just a point after six minutes of the second period, but Castleconnor responded immediately with a Patrick McGuinness point. Another Paul Kilcullen free put the team ahead by three but Coolera weren’t long responding with a point of their own. This was to be the visitors last score of this round 5 league encounter.

Our rearguard showed great determination with David Carrabine, John Tuffy and Patrick McGuinness excelling in that area.

Niall Judge(14 mins), Paul Kicullen(18 mins) and Patrick Naughton(20 mins) confidently executed points before a clever ball was sent into full forward Norman Fox resulting in the final score of the match (2-7 to 0-7).

Team on duty: Colin Gordon, David Carrabine, John Tuffy, Brendan Howley, Patrick McGuinness, David Fox, Paul Hackett, Paul Kilcullen, Patrick Naughton, Alan Cawley, John O’Regan, Frank Barrett, Brian Curley, Norman Fox, Niall Judge.

Subs: Paul Maughan, Barnes Kelly, Brian Howley.

U14A League: Casatleconnor 7-14 v Tubbercurry 1-3, April 6, 2009

The under 14 team had a comfortable win over Tubbercurry in round 3 of the Division 1 league at Corballa on Friday evening.

The team led from start to finish and were too strong for the opposition.

The team on duty was: Arthur Beardshall, Jason Earlis, Eoin Kent, Keith Foody, Liam Naughton, Conor Judge, Cian Barrins, Kevin McDonnell, Shane Wright, James Flynn, Stephen Curley, Matthew Cullen, Damien Barrett, Kieran Kilcullen, Enda Kilcullen.

Subs were Sean Carrabine, Lewis Beardshall and David McGinty.

The team take on Calry/St. Joseph’s in Calry on Friday next.

Div 5: Castleconnor 0-5 v Calry 0-8, April 6 2009

The Junior team were defeated at the hands of Calry/St. Joseph’s on Saturday evening last in Corballa in round one of the league.

Final Score was 0-8 to 0-5.

Team on duty was: Colin Gordon, Kevin Maye, Darragh Gilmartin, Pat Flynn, Frank Barrett, John McGuinness, John O’Regan, Brian Howley, John Cullen, Barnes Kelly, Austin Mullarkey, Paul Maughan, Gerry Holmes.

Subs: Shane Feeney, Ultan McGranahan, Darren Ruane, Michael Langan

Feilé final path.

Hanball: Castleconnor lose out narrowly, March 31 2009

St. Mary's crowned Sligo league 40 x 20 champions 2009

From Sligo Handball Website:

Seamus Duffy & Pat O'Sullivan played outstanding handball that helped St. Mary's to defeat a below strength Castleconnor in the inaugural Sligo Handball League 40 x 20 final played in St. Mary's last evening, writes Michael McGee

Michael McMorrow & Bill Carney St. Mary's were pittled against Castleconnor's Michael Browne & Tomas Tuffy. This was a very close game throughout with scores level on no less than 5 occasions before Castleconnor pulled away for an 21-16 win in game one.

Bill Carney St. Mary's natural left hander played very solid throughout and Michael McMorrow keeping shots on the roof kept Castleconnor on the back foot for long spells in this game. Castleconnor's Michael Brown a very skillfull player was always dangerous when giving the opportunity's to put away winners.

St. Mary's looked well on the way to win the second game when leading by 17-8. However Castleconnor put in a storming finish and drew level at 19-19. Scores were also level at 20-20. Castleconnor marvellous comeback was rewarded when they took the second game by the minimum 21-20 leaving Castleconnor with a 6 point advantage going into the last doubles match

St. Mary's second doubles team of Seamus Duffy & Pat O'Sullivan proved too strong for Castleconnor's Oliver Fleming & Joe Gorman. The St. Mary's duo started like an express train and blitzed Castleconnor by 21-1 in the first game. Needing just 8 points for overall victory they set about their task in workmanlike fashion. Any faint hopes of a Castleconnor revival were quickly dispelled early in the second game. Before long St. Mary's had achieved their target. Eventhough Fleming & Gorman came more into the match Duffy & O'Sullivan had to much nous and craft and finished the stronger winning by 21-7. The overall score was St. Mary's 78- Castleconnor 50.

Chairman Martin Golden presented the trophies to the winners and runners-up and complimented both teams on a fine exhibition of handball.

St. Mary's captain Michael McMorrow was justifiably pleased with his team's efforts. "The quality of handball was very good and it is great to see a number of younger players coming through. Hopefully we will have more competitions like this in the future", said McMorrow.

Sligo handball league 40 x 20 champions 2009

Martin Golden presents the trophies to the St. Mary's side winners of the Sligo league 40 x 20 final 2009

from left to right back row: Michael McMorrow captain, Martin Golden Chairman, Pat O'Sullivan

front row left to right: Bill Carney & Seamus Duffy

Castleconnor league runners-up presented with their trophies by Martin Golden Chairman of Sligo Co. Handball Board

from left to right back row: Michael Brown, Martin Golden, Tomas Tuffy

front row: Joe Gorman and Oliver Fleming

Michael Brown & Tomas Tuffy Castleconnor

Mick McMorrow & Bill Carney St. Mary's

action play from league final Castleconnor's Michael Brown about to return a shot closely watched by Bill Carney St. Mary's

Michael McMorrow St. Mary's action shot from league final

U16 League: Castleconnor 2-5 v St.Micahels 0-9, March 31, 2009

The under 16 team made a good start to their league campaign with a two point victory of St. michael's at corballa on monday evening.

This weeks PRO news, March 29th 2009

Community Games:

The Club would like to wish the U-13 and U-15 boys handballers the best of luck as they compete in the Connacht Finals in Galway this Saturday April 4th. Well done to Conor Gallagher who won a bronze medal in the recent

county mixed relay event in Sligo. Also to Stephen Durkan who won a bronze medal in the county U-14 Model making recently.

Congrats Jamie:

Well done and congratulations to Jamie Reape of Ballymooneen, who was the overall winner in the under 9 Tuis Irish dancing Championship in the Mini Connaughts in Galway recently. Jamie is a pupil at Corballa National School in Castleconnor, and is looks likely to be a star of the future. He attends Sylvia Kelly’s School of Dance. Well done to Jamie and his family on this great achievement.

Ladies:

The Sligo Ladies take on Cavan this Sunday in the Bord Gais NFL Quarter final. Game is at 4.30pm in Breffini Park, Cavan. Best of luck to the team and management.

Good Luck:

Good luck to the Sligo U-21 team, taking on Mayo in the Connacht Final on Saturday next 4^th April at Markievicz Park. Niall Judge is a member of the panel.

County Scene:

The county senior and minor footballers were in action at the weekend. The senior team travelled to Casement Park to take on Antrim in round 5 of the league and were edged out by a better Antrim side. Pat Naughton is a member of the panel. The minor team were defeated by Mayo in Charlestown. David Carrabine featured for sligo

U14 League: Castleconnor 3-8 v Tourlestrane 1-2, March29, 2009

The under 14 team made it two wins from two in Division 1 of the league on Friday evening last. The team had a comprehensive victory over visitors Tourlestrane in terrible conditions.

Playing against the elements in the opening period the team worked hard and this was to be seen on the score board as they lead 2-1 to 1-2 at the interval. In the second half the defence were pushed up the field as the strong breeze prevented Tourlestrane from getting into their scoring half. We used this advantage and managed to score 1-7 to finish strong.

Final Score from a windswept Corballa was Castleconnor 3-8 Tourlestrane 1-2.

The team continue to train and take on Tubbercurry at home on Friday evening at 6.30pm.

Team on duty was: Arthur Beardshall, Jason Earlis, Eoin Kent, Keith Foody, Damien Barrett, Conor Judge, Cian Barrins,Kevin McDonnell, Shane Wright, James Flynn, Stephen Curley,

Conor Gallagher, Matthew Cullen, Kieran Kilcullen, Enda Kilcullen.

Div 1: Castleconnor 0-6 v Tourlestrane 2-11, March 29, 2009

The senior team were defeated by Tourlestrane for the second consecutive week - this time in round 4 of the Division 1 league.

In greasy conditions, Tourlestrane, the home side got off to a brighter start and looked stronger throughout.

Michael Langan was the first to get a score on the board with a fine free from about 35m out. After 15 minutes there was just a score between the sides at 1-03 to 0-3

with a Brian Curley free and a great point from captain John Tuffy. However the home side broke through our rearguard regularly after this which left the score at 2-6 to 0-3 at the

break.

Just after ten minutes in the second half corner back Ronan Keane received a bad ankle injury after accidentally turning on it. The second half was disappointing as the team only mustered up another

three points to Tourlestranes's five. Final Score was Castleconnor 0-6 Tourlestrane 2-11. We would like to wish a speedy recovery to Ronan Keane on his ankle injury and we also acknowledge the hospitality

that we received from the officials in Tourlestrane. Next week the team take on Coolera Strandhill in the next round of the competition at home.

Team on duty was: Barnes Kelly, Paul Hackett, Patrick Naughton,Ronan Keane, Patrick McGuinness, John Tuffy, David Fox, Paul Kilcullen, Michael Langan, David Carrabine, John O'Regan, Frank Barrett,

Brian Curley, Norman Fox, Alan Cawley. Subs: Colin Gordon for Kelly, Paul Maughan for Ronan Keane.

This weeks PRO notes, March 24, 2009

Membership:

Club Membership for the coming year is now due. Outstanding monies should be paid immediately to Club Registrar Gerry Curley, Treasurer Tom Tuffy, Assistant Treasurer Darren Ruane, or alternatively to team managers. Cost of membership is €30 for both adult and senior members.

Fundraising:

The Club will hold the following fundraising events over the next number of weeks:

Table Quiz on Friday 3^rd April in Muddy Burns - registration at 8.30, quiz starts at 9.00 p.m €10 per head – 4 per team.

Sponsored walk on Bank Holiday Easter Monday 13^th April at 2 p.m. in Belleek Woods, Ballina.

Cake Sale on Sunday 3^rd May in the Community Centre at 12.00 noon. Contact Mary Earlis or Geraldine McDonnell if you are interested in helping out.

Your continued support would be much appreciated.

SFL Div 1: Castleconnor 1-13 v Tubbercurry 2-15, March 3, 2009

Our senior team made the trip to south Sligo again this weekend for the meeting with Tubbercurry in the division 1 league. This was an excellent game for supporters and full of excitement. We lead until the 60^th minute when the home team equalized and then in injury time managed to score 1-2. We lead at the break by 1-8 v 1-3 with Niall Judge getting the goal after a flick on from Norman Fox.

We had a strong breeze in the first half but we extended the lead in the second half and looked good for the win until the last number of injury time minutes.

Yet again the youngsters showed great promise with the team containing 5 teenagers. It was a harsh lesson for them on the realities of senior football. Next weekend we are at home to Curry in the Pick n Choose league.

Training continues on Tuesday at 8pm.

Team: B.Barrins, R.Keane, J.Tuffy, P.Hackett, P.McGuinness, M.Langan, D.Fox, P.Kilcullen, P.Naughton, Brian Howley, A.Cawley, B.Curley, N.Judge, N.Fox, F.Barrett. Subs: B.Kelly.

Feilé na nÓg County Final: Castleconnor 2-10 v St.Marys 2-9, Feb 23 2009

Castleconnor created history on Sunday afternoon in Markievicz Park when they won there first ever Feile final. The conditions were close to perfect with a breeze towards the Colloney end. St. Marys had the advantage of this in the first half but it was our boys who were on the mark straight from the throw in when Matthew Cullen had the first score of the game. St.Marys responded with 3 points in a three minutes spell but Stephen Curley responded to put the minimum between the teams after being put through by Matthew Cullen after 13 minutes.

Yet again Marys put 3 points on the board by the 25^th minute but the last five minutes proved to be a golden time for our lads with a point from Kieran Kilcullen after a pass from Stephen Curley, who then put through Kevin McDonnell for another point. We were dominant at theis time and had a wide right afterwards. When Marys broke out it was intercepted by the half back line and three kick passes later Mathew Cullens deft sidefoot flick put Kieran Kilcullen in for the games first goal that left us leading on a scoreline of 1-4 v 0-6 at the break.

The second half was twon minutes old when Marys equalised but two points, one apiece from Stephen Curley and Matthew Cullen restored the lead. At this stage the game was a real ding-dong battle where everyone was putting their shoulders to the wheel. Marys again scored a point and then we hit three points between the 42^nd and 44^th minute coming from Kevin McDonnell and two from Stephen Curley, his first one after a fine catch. Marys then had their own hot spell when they scored 1-1 to equalise in the 47^th minute.

Matthew Cullen steadied the ship and restore our one point advantage with a point from play after being put through by Curley in the 50^th minute. Then seemingly disaster when in the 53^rd minute a long range free from Marys found it’s way to the net after a mixup in the defence. The lads did not panic though and showed their inner strength when they worked it up the field for the decisive score. Kieran Kilcullen went very close after a great catch and the Marys goal survived one or two more chances but eventually in the 57^th minute a string of passes ended with Kevin McDonnell putting Stephen Curley through where he slid the ball into the corner.

The big travelling support went crazy but they were put to the pin of their collars in the last three minutes plus two minutes of injury time but when Kevin McDonnell cleared the ball with the last klck of the game, the scenes of unrestrained joy told you the historic significance of what this group of players and management had achieved, we were county champions for 2009 on a final score of 2-10 v 2-9.

All players played their part . Arthur in goals was outstanding and his save in the last minute will be remembered. Keith Foody was as steady as always with Liam Naughton doing his job in his usual quiet and efficient manner. Eoin Kent would be close to man of the match especially when he moved out to the wing. Jason Earlis and Cian Barrins showed their pace on a number of occasions with Conor Judge controlling the centre. In the middle little and large Shane Wright and Kevin McDonnell provided a great link to the forwards from defence and did their bit in defence also. Conor Gallagher showed great tenacity whilst Stephen Curley and Matthew Cullen were the twin threat in the forwards every team loves to have. The inside line did their bit with Damian Barrett showing all the time and James Flynn a constant threat from kickouts whilst Kieran Kilcullens ability to catch high ball and convert was of the highest order. Sean Carrabine entered the fray and alongside the other youthful subs of Lewis Beardshaw and Enda Kilcullen played a significant part in bringing the team to the final when both Kevin and Matthew were out injured before the Christmas break.

Of course the management team of Jim Kent, Frank Barrett and Declan Flynn work can not be under-estimated. The number of sessions that took place under floodlights since the holidays was amazing along with the background preparations was superb. It must have been a strange day for Jim in particular in a county final against his old club who he won numerous county titles with. The club would also acknowledge the work put in by Michael Langan, Barnes Kelly and Barry Judge at u12 level. Thanks to the big number of supporters who not only attended the final but all games.

Definitely February 22th 2009 will go down as one of the biggest days in the clubs history

Team ; Arthur Beardshaw, Keith Foody, Liam Naughton, Eoin Kent, Jason Earlis, Conor Judge, Cian Barrins, Kevin McDonnell, Shane Wright, matthew Cullen, Stephen Curley, Conor Gallagher, James Flynn, Kieran Kilcullen, Damian Barrett. Subs: Sean Carrabine, Enda Kilcullen, Lewis Beardshaw

Div 1: Castleconnor 1-7 v Curry 1-16, Feb 22, 2009

A youthful team made a losing start to this years division 1 league in an away fixture. Curry played with the breeze in the first half and by the break had built up a commanding lead of 12 v 1-2 with the goal coming from Karl Tuffy after he intercepted a defensive pass.

We started the second half well with a point from Niall Judge but a goal for the home team midway through the second half put an end to our ambitions. Next week we are away again in South Sligo to Tubbercurry on Sunday at 12pm.

Team B.Barrins, B.Howley, J.Tuffy, P.Hackett, P.McGuinness, P.Naughton, D.Fox, P.Kilcullen, M.Langan, B.Curley, K.Tuffy(1-2), C.Barrett, N.Judge(0-3), N.Fox, D.Carrabine. Subs; F.Barrett, R.Keane, B.Kelly, B.Howley, P.Maughan

MFL: Castleconnor 5-10 v St.Michaels 0-6, Feb22 2009

The minor team recorded their second successive win of the season with a comprehensive victory of St. Michael’s at Ballintogher on Saturday. St. Michael’s were quick to start and rushed into a three point lead. That lead was relinquished soon after as the team responded quickly, resulting in two well finished goals. This kept us in touch and we led by 2-5 to 0-5 at the interval.

The second half was touch and go but we ran out well deserved victors playing nice, fast flowing football. The team continue to train during the week and have no game this coming weekend. However the management hope to get a challenge match. Final Score was 5-10 to 0-6.

Team on duty was: Anthony Kilcullen, Keith Earlis, Kevin Maye, Martin Foody, Ronan Keane, Diarmuid Howley, David Carrabine, John McGuinness, John McDonnell, Barry Judge, Brian Curley, Paul Sweeney, Darragh Gilmartin. Subs: Ryan Foody for Darragh Gilmartin

MFL : Castleconnor 4-11 v St.Pats 0-6, Feb17 2009

The minor team kick started their Division 2 league with a victory over St. Pat’s in Dromard on Sunday morning. Nice, cool and ideal conditions made for good passages of football with good scores been kicked. Final score was 4-11 to 0-6.

This weekend the team take on St. Michael’s on Sunday morning. This is subject to change as the game maybe changed to Saturday evening.

Team on duty was: Ryan Foody, Keith Earlis, Kevin Maye, Martin Foody, Ronan Keane, Diarmuid Howley, John McGuinness, David Carrabine, Brian Curley, Barry Judge, John McDonnell, Matthew Crawford, Paul Sweeney.

Subs: Anthony Killcullen for Ryan Foody; Darragh Gilmartin for Paul Sweeney, Shane Feeney for Matthew Crawford; Ronan Barrett.

Pick n Choose Rd 1: Castleconnor 0-8 v Ballymote 3-8, Feb 17th 2009

The year started for the seniors on Saturday evening with an away fixture in Ballymote in the Pick n Choose competition.

The first half was a shambles for our lads with the concession of three very bad goals with the first in the first minute with the webmaster totally at fault.

However the team showed good spirit in the second half. Next weekend we are away in the first round of the league away to Curry at 3:30pm.

Team: B.Barrins, R.Keane, J.Tuffy, B.Howley, F.Barrett, P.McGuinness, D.Carrabine, M.Langan, N.Fox, B.Curley, A.Cawley, B.Howley, P.Maughan, B.Kelly, N.Judge.

Congrats to John Tuffy who was named as senior captain for 2009

Scór na nÓg County final update, Jan 12 2009

On Sunday Katie Reape and Marianne Foody represented Castleconnor at the county finals of scór.

They competed in the poetry section and were unlucky not to come away as winners.

Never-the-less they did a great job and well done to them on reaching the final and we hope to see them back again next year!