2015 Archive

Best wishes to the Sligo Minor team and our very own Sean Carrabine. They take on Leitrim in Carrick on Shannon on Saturday @ 2.00pm in the preliminary round of the Connacht MFC. The team who won this years Minor league will be hoping to continue their recent good form. Best of luck to all concerned.

Intermediate Football Championship:

Castleconnor v St. Michael's, Saturday 27th June @ 3.00pm in Corballa. Please Support. This is the first time that the club will have home advantage for a county championship match. Thanks to the Park committee for having the grounds in excellent condition. There will also be an exhibition match at the half time interval for the clubs stars of the future-our underage teams. Best of luck to all involved.

Micheal Cawley 7's Tournament:

The Micheal Cawley Sligo 7's will take place at St. Brendan's Park in Corballa on Saturday July 4th. Micheal was heavily involved in Ladies GAA in Sligo and his beloved Eoghan Rua and Castleconnor. The Eoghan Rua ladies would love to hear from anyone who would be willing to volunteer on the day, be it on the pitch, as a steward or in the kitchen. Refreshments will be available on the day and anyone that would like to bake a cake or make some treats are more than welcome. All donations on the day will be donated to Croí - a wonderful cause. Also on the day we will be reeling back the years!! There will be one or two teams in the competition from a few years back that Micheal managed participating in the tournament! The "old school" Castleconnor jerseys will be washed and ready for them! We hope to see everyone within Sligo GAA circles, and all the local and participating clubs out to support this event that Micheal will be proud of. For more details contact Pamela Cawley @ 087-4116597 or Yvonne Flynn @ 087-9902511.

Lotto Rollover:

The jackpot stands at €18,800. Numbers drawn on Saturday night were 10, 22, 28 and 30. No Jackpot winner. Match 3's were Kieran Mullaney, Siobhan Cavanagh, Martin Maye and Lorraine Regan. Next draw in Mahony's on Saturday 4th July.

Play here https://game.smartlotto.ie/game/play/27

Team AIB Racing

Club player Paul Flynn and his classmates Robert Grimes, Aaron Hannon and Enda Flanagan are going to Singapore in September to compete in the World Finals of the Formula 1 in Schools competition. They are holding a fundraiser on Saturday June 27th in Muddy Burns. Raffle, spot prizes and refreshments on the night and music with DJ Mark. Visit their website http://teamaibracing.com/ or take a look at their facebook page. The club wishes them the very best of luck.

Frank Kelly Milk Run 2015

The Frank Kelly 5K Milk run/walk takes place on Sunday 27th July. More details next week.

Community Games:

Well done to all participants in the Sligo and Mayo Community games at the weekend.

Tight for numbers, our junior team made the trip to Calry on Friday last. A dark wet evening played host to a good tight game of football.

Castleconnor had many chances to convert goals but couldn't get the finishing touches to grab a win and the game ended level.

The visitors scores came from the boots of Brian Howley, Vincent Howley and Matthew Cullen.

Unfortunately, the draw was not enough to secure a semi final spot for the lads. They now prepare for the Junior Championship with no date fixed as of yet.

Congratulations to the Sligo team and most of all, club man Kevin McDonnell on a splendid four point victory over Roscommon in Markievicz Park on Saturday evening last.

A strong workmanlike ethic and a mean defence were the foundation of which was a huge win for the Yeats men. Kevin was an integral part of this and was named at full back in the "gaa.ie team of the week" as a reward of his efforts.

Adrian Marren did most of the scoring for Sligo with a gaol and seven points but this really was a terriffic team display.

Sligo and Kevin will now face the might of Mayo in the Connacht final on Sunday the 19th of July with a venue yet to be confirmed.

We would like to express our pride at having Kevin represent his family and the club so well and wish him and the rest of the Sligo team all the best going forward for the year.

Sligo v Roscommon:

Best wishes to Kevin McDonnell and the Sligo senior team in the semi final of the Connacht SFC in Markievicz Park on Saturday at 7pm. This is preceeded by the meeting of the same sides in the Ladies Championship at 4.45pm. All at the club wish Kevin the very best of luck. Well done to Kevin's sponsors for the team training fund - Gerry Curley Office PRO and Patrick Cleary Top Oil. Let's all get to Markievicz this Saturday evening and get behind the team.

Intermediate Football Championship:

Castleconnor v St. Michael's, Saturday 27th June @ 3.00pm in Corballa. Please Support.

Lotto Rollover:

The jackpot stands at €18,600. Next draw takes place in Mahony's this Saturday night.

Play here https://game.smartlotto.ie/game/play/27

Senior Div 4 League:

This Friday the team travel to Hazelwood for an 8.15pm throw-in versus Calry/St. Joseph's.

Team AIB Racing

Club player Paul Flynn and his classmates Robert Grimes, Aaron Hannon and Enda Flanagan are going to Singapore in September to compete in the World Finals of the Formula 1 in Schools competition. They are holding a fundraiser on Saturday June 27th in Muddy Burns. Raffle, spot prizes and refreshments on the night and music with DJ Mark. Visit their website http://teamaibracing.com/ or take a look at their facebook page. The club wishes them the very best of luck.

The junior team hosted Coolaney/Mullinabreena on Monday. Castleconnor had a blistering start and were 3-4 to a point up after 15 minutes, Ronan Martin getting a hat trick. Coolaney hit a purple patch of their own, bringing the difference back to 2 points before half time.

The second half was tightly contested with both sides playing great football. Both teams just lacked the clinical edge in front of the posts to win it in the dying moments. Final score 3-12 to 2-15.

Next match is away to Calry St. Joeseph's on Friday 19th.

Coiste Chontae Shligigh Invites you to the launch of Club Sligo – Dublin and the surrounding counties …

Venue – Bewley’s Hotel, Dublin Airport

Date - Thursday 11^th June 2015

Presentation on the new €3m Centre of Excellence at Scarden

Opportunity to meet some of the Senior Team Management and players ahead of the Connacht Senior football semi-final on 20^th June against Roscommon

Launch of a New Club Sligo Support group in Dublin and surrounding counties – All Welcome

Throw In at 8pm

Followed by Refreshments and Networking at 9pm

RSVP to Hilary @ 086 8131503 by Tuesday 9^th June

Peadar O hUaine (Peter Greene)

Cisteoir, Coiste Chontae Shligigh

U14 Football

A wild eveningThursday evening in Corballa was witness to a tight and tense affair against neighbours Easkey. Without a host of players including the influential Ronan Wilson, Liam Donegan, Owen Gillard and David Boland, the lads worked tirelessly throughout. Despite the lads best efforts in a evenly sided game, they couldn't get the final breakthrough and Easkey ran out two score victors, 3-8 to 1-16.

Team: Andrew Blakeney, Daniel Ruane, Rian Winters, Dáire Barrins, Fergal Boland, Eli O'Neill, Matthew Blakeney, Oisín Flynn, James Tully, Colm Naughton, Thomas Langan, Eoin Duffy, Patrick Cooney

U14 Hurling

Our hurlers were beaten at the hands of a stronger Drumcliffe side last Saturday week in Corballa. Unfortuantely this was mostly down to the failure to convert a number of scoreable chances. The final score was 0-2 to 4-4.

U12 Football

Unfortuantely, there was no luck wither for our U12 side who were beaten in Calry last week. The final score was 0-12 to 0-7.

U12 Hurling

Our U12 team faces Naomh Eoin in Corballa at 7pm on Tuesday the 9th of June. All support would be appreciated.

The girls in Stokane NS qualified on Wednesday last to contest the final of the Two Teacher Schools Cumann na Mbunscol Gaelic Football competition when they defeated Kilross NS.

The final will take place in Markeveicz Park on Saturday the 13th of June (time to be confirmed).

It is surely a tremendous achievement as the team is made up of only seven players allowing for no subs.

The opposition for the final will see the girls come up against another West Sligo team in the shape of Templeboy.

The club is very proud of the girls achievements so far and wish them all the best in the final.

Support on the day would be greatly appreciated.

The junior team ran out eight point winners after a hard fought battle with St. Michaels in Collooney on Friday last.

An early Brian Howley penalty and goals from Matthew Cullen, Keith Earlis, Eoin Kent and Ronan Martin paved way to win what was a feisty affair.

Notable strong performances came from Ronan Keane, Vinny Howley and Stephen Durkan.

Team: Stephen Durkan, Conor Judge, Frank Barrett, Darragh Gilmartin, Ronan Keane, Eoin Kent, Ciaran Kilcullen, Brian Howley, Keith Earlis, Niall Judge, Vincent Howley, Matthew Cullen, Ronan Martin

Next up for the juniors is a home tie against Coolaney/Mullinabreena in two weeks.

Our Intermediate side recorded a well earned win over West Sligo rivals St. Farnans on Sunday.

After a sticky opening couple of minutes conceding the first two scores of the game, the visiting side soon settled into their groove.

Points from Matthew Cullen, Niall Judge, Stephen Curley and Eamon Cawley put the lads on their way and when Cullen was there to finish what was a wonderful team goal, the away side never looked back.

Barnes Kelly unfortunately spent the evening nursing a nasty head wound after a clash of heads midway through the first half. He left the field replaced by Paul Sweeney who himself had to leave the field through injury before the game was up.

Team: Colin Gordon, Brendan Howley, Tom Cawley, Ronan Keane, Cian Barrins, John McDonnell, Jack O'Hora, Kevin Langan, Kevin McDonnell, Barnes Kelly, Eamon Cawley, Keith Earlis, Stephen Curley, Niall Judge, Matthew Cullen, Anthony Kilcullen, Paul Sweeney, Brian Howley, Ciaran Kilcullen, Eoin Flynn, Stephen Durkan, Stephen Kilgannon, Eoin Kent

The team now need to win both remaining fixtures against Shamrock Gaels and Enniscrone to secure a place in the league final. When these fixtures will be played however is another matter with Sligo's participation in the Connacht Semi Final and the beginning of the club championship both taking place in the next month. It is possible that the leagues finish may be delayed.

Our Under 14 boys had two games in the league this week with contrasting results.

We played host to St. Pats on Monday evening and put on quite a good display. Unfortunately, the visitors only got the took the lead very late on after the home side lead right throughout. Fergal Boland and Sean Finnegan were the stand out performers on the night as we lost out by a score of 4-4 to 3-12.

On Friday evening, the team travelled to Nace O'Dowd Park to square off against Coolaney/Mullinabreena.

The visitors led at half-time by 3-4 to 1-6.

With the influential pair of Ronan WIlson and Andrew Blakeney succumbing to injury, team had to battle hard to maintain their lead.

Liam Donegan in goals was excellent throughout.

The goalscorers on the evening were Thomas Langan, Colm Naughton, Ronan Wilson, James Tully and Patrick Cooney. Oisin Flynn also added some huge scores.

A strong beginning and end from the defence capped off a solid performace from the team with the scoreline finishing Coolaney Mullinabreena 2-12 v 6-9 Castleconnor.

Panel On Duty: Liam Donnegan, Rian Winters, Daniel Ruane, Eli O'Neill, Dáire Barrins, Fergal Boland, Ronan Wilson, Andrew Blakeney, Matthew Blakeney, Oisín Flynn, Thomas Langan, James Tully, Colm Naughton, Owen Gillard, Patrick Cooney, Sean Finnegan, David Boland, Daniel Boland

Next up for the U14 footballers is a tie with neighbours Easkey in Corballa on Friday the 5th of June.

Our junior team succumbed to defeat in Collooney on Friday night.

A slow start allowed the home side to get a grip on proceedings and despite the visitors best efforts they couldn't seem to get the ball over the line. Our scores came from Brian Howley, Paul Sweeney, Vinny Howley and Barnes Kelly.

Next up for the junior team is another away assignment against St. Michaels next Friday the 29th of May at 8pm.

Lotto Rollover - Jackpot now €18,200:

The lotto jackpot stands at €18,200, no winner of the draw at the weekend. Numbers drawn were 1, 8, 10 and 23. Match 3 winners were Bridie Barrett, Eileen Howley, Katie Langan and Marion Scott. Next draw takes place in Muddy Burns next Saturday night. Yearly tickets are up for renewal for many ticket holders, lease contact your seller if you wish to renew. Many thanks to all our players.

U-14 Hurling and Football:

The football team have two games this week. Today Monday they play St. Patrick's in Corballa @ 7.00pm and on Friday they visit Coolaney/Mullinabreena at the same time. The hurlers host Drumcliffe on 29th May @ 7.00pm.

U-10 Community Games

U10 community games football team were defeated narrowly by Rosses Point on Thursday last. Below is a photo of the team in their new jerseys sponsored by Declan Flynn. Well done to all on a good performance. Reminder that the Parish athletic finals take place on Sunday afternoon next at the GAA Park.

Underage Football:

Coaching for girls and boys U-6/8/10 continues each Friday evening. Thanks to all the parents and coaches for their continued support. Fridays are always a hive of activity at St. Brendan's Park.

Ladies:

Well done to the Sligo ladies on defeating Leitrim in their championship encounter in Bornacoola at the weekend.

Membership:

Anyone who has yet to pay their membership please contact Shane or Ultan or team management. Players are not insured under the GAA insurance if they are not club members. Pay on our website also!

The junior team notched up their first win of the year with a comfortable victory over St. Farnans in Corballa on Sunday.

A Matthew Cullen goal and two from Vinny Howley meant the result was rarely in doubt. A host of single scores from Cullen along with a couple each from Vinny and Brian Howley, Niall Judge and John Cullen was enough to give the home side the win.

Team:

Anthony Kilcullen, Darragh Gilmartin, Frank Barrett, Keith Earlis, Stephen Kilgannon, Conor Gallagher, Brian Howley, Ciaran Kilcullen, Niall Judge, Matthew Cullen, John Cullen, Vinny Howley, Ronan Barrett, Bart Barrins

Next up for the junior team is a trip to Collooney to play Owenmore Gaels on Friday evening at 8.30pm.

The Intermediate team kept their hopes of making a league final alive with a well earned win over neighbours Easkey in Corballa on Friday evening.

Despite playing with the breeze and getting countless opportunities, the home side only led by two at half time largely thanks to a Matthew Cullen goal. Eamon Cawley had the chance to put the gap to four but his penalty was put narrowly over after Brian Howley was hauled down by the Easkey keeper.

The hosts started the second half well, with the ever present Stephen Curley keeping the scoreboard ticking over with a total of five points from play. Just as Castleconnor seemed to be getting a real grip on proceedings, midway through the second half Easkey fired into the net after a little confusion in the full back line. However, the visitors couldn't find a way at the goal late on thanks to an extremely solid defensive performance. Despite the home side missing numerous chances to close the game out, they held on for a two point win.

Special mentions for Niall Judge and Keith Earlis who made their first starts of the year following their return from serious knee injuries respectively.

Team: Colin Gordon, Tom Cawley, Brendan Howley, Ronan Keane, Cian Barrins, John McDonnell, Jack O'Hora, Michael Langan, Kevin Langan, Keith Earlis, Eamon Cawley, Stephen Curley, Niall Judge, Brian Howley, Matthew Cullen Subs: Paul Sweeney, Stephen Kilgannon, (Both Featured) Stephen Durkan, Ciaran Kilcullen, Barnes Kelly, Vinny Howley

Next up for the senior team is a must win tie in Templeboy against St. Farnans next Sunday the 24th of May at 2pm.

U16 Div 2 League Semi Final:

The U16 team could not make follow the minors suit in beating Coolera this week. Unfortunately for the lads, they faced a stronger Coolera team on the night. The team plucked away in the second period and had the deficit down to three points but a purple patch from the hosts seen them stretch their lead. A very reassuring performance from everyone considering the team were without the services of Danny O'Hora, Odhran Quinn, Andrew Blakeney.

Team on duty: Kenneth Healy, Fergal Boland, James Boland, Oisín Flynn, Ronan Wilson, Niall Judge, Paul Flynn, Micheál Cahill, Dáire Barrins, Brian Mahoney, Colm Naughton, James Tully, Rian Winters

The teams attention will now turn to the championship.

U12 Hurling:

The U12 team recorded a four point victory over Coolera/Strandhill on Tuesday last. Well done to all involved.

U14 Hurling:

The U14 team suffered a heavy defeat at the hands of Naomh Eoin on Friday the 8th.

U6/8/10

Training continues each Friday

Without the unavailable Paul Flynn and Odhrán Quinn to school commitments and Danny O'Hora to injury, our minor team faced a tough proposition in the form of Coolera/Strandhill on Thursday evening in Scarden.

In what was the first of hopefully many of the clubs finals this year, Castleconnor rolled into a 1-2 to no score lead after a well taken Luke Munnelly goal.

Coolera though, eventaully found their feet and struck a goal of their own. At the break, Castleconnor led by 1-6 to 1-2.

Coolera started strong in the second half and pulled the gap back to two points but a late surge of quality scores from Seán Carrabine, Jack O'Hora and Micheál Cahill saw Castleconnor secure a deserved five point victory.

A strong defensive display was at the heart of this victory limiting Coolera to six scores. Exceptional displays noted from Cian Barrins and James Boland.

Team: Kenneth Healy, Enda Kilcullen, Stephen Durkan, James Boland, Cian Barrins, Benny Foody, Jack O'Hora (Captain), Seán Carrabine, Micheál Cahill, Lewis Beardshall, Elliot Beardshall, Luke Munnelly, Niall Judge

Everyone at the club would like to congratulate the lads on their efforts so far this year and wish them well in the Championship.

Many thanks also to the management of Kieran O'Hora, Mark Carr and Niall Judge.

The minor team reached what will hopefully be first of a number of finals for the club this year with a hard fought win over St. Michaels in Corballa on Monday night.

The team started reasonably well without the injured attacker Paul Flynn in the team and led 1-8 to 0-4 at the break.

St. Michaels, to their credit, came out at half time and got themselves back into the game. Two sucker-punches from the away side and an inability to convert from the hosts left the game hanging in the balance with fifteen minutes to go.

The home side eventually pushed on however, and amazingly scored five goals in the final ten to fifteen minutes of the game to run out fourteen point victors.

Despite the somewhat flattering scoreline, strong performances noted came from Jack O'Hora, James Boland and Sean Carrabine.

Team: Kenneth Healy, Stephen Durkan, Enda Kilcullen, James Boland, Cian Barrins, Benny Foody, Lewis Beardshall, Sean Carrabine, Michael Cahill, Jack O'Hora, Danny O'Hora, Luke Munnelly, Elliot Beardshall, Niall Judge

The team will now play Coolera/Strandhill in the Shield Final, this coming Thursday, the 14th of May at 7.30pm in a triple header at the Centre of Excellence in Scarden.

We urge all who can attend to come down and support the lads.

This week our minor and U-16 teams have semi final's in their respective leagues. Good luck to all involved. Some yearly lotto tickets are now up for renewal, please contact your seller if you wish to renew. The jackpot is €18,000 so make sure you are in with a chance to win! Sellers will be out over the next few weeks. Your support is greatly appreciated.

There is a double header Friday evening in Corballa, U-14's and the intermediate team. See below for details.

Club Meeting:

Club Monthly meeting takes place this Tuesday evening 12th May @ 9.00pm in the community centre.

Intermediate

The team have a home fixture versus Easkey this Friday 15th May @ 8.15pm in round 8 of the league. Round 9 is an away assignment against St. Farnan's on Sunday 24th @ 2.00pm.

Junior:

The team host St. Farnan's on Sunday 17th @ 2.00pm in round 3 of the league.

Minor:

The minor team host St. Michael's in the shield semi final on Monday evening @ 7.00pm. The winner has a final task versus Coolera/Strandhill.

U16

League shield semi-final away to Coolera/Strandhill has yet to be rescheduled. It willl possibly be on Friday evening in Ransboro or Scarden. Please keep an eye club website or Sligo GAA fixtures section.

U14 Teams

The hurlers played Naomh Eoin at Kent Park on Friday evening last and although they put in a gutsy display they lost out to a stronger side.

The footballers host St. Patrick's in the league on Friday next 15th @ 6.30pm.

U1​2

The hurlers host Coolera/Strandhill this Tuesday @ 7.00pm.

The footballers host the same opposition on May 26th @ 7.00pm.

U-10 Community Games

U10 community games team versus Rosses Point Thursday 14th at 7:00 away. Good luck to all involved

The panel is,

1.Thomas Sheridan

2.Michael Sheridan

3.Padraic Gavin

4.Conor Mc Aloon

5.Kevin Rutledge

6.Oisin Mullarkey

7.Frey O'Neill

8.Roisin Feeney

9.Ailish Quinn

10.Fionn Gordon

11.Barry Killcullen

12.Emma O Regan

13. TJ Foody

14.Ben Cawley

Stars:

Our future stars at U-6/8/10 played football blitzes with Bonniconlon in Corballa on Friday last. Thanks to all coaches, parents, referees and the boys and girls for a great evening of entertainment.

Lotto:

The lotto draw for €18,000 .was postponed last week and will take place this Saturday night in Mahony's Bar. Play online on the club website!

Ladies:

Congratulations to the Sligo Ladies on their fine win over Waterford to win the Division 3 National League title on Saturday last at Parnell Park. Best of luck to all for the championship.

Membership:

Many thanks to all that have paid their membership.

Sympathy:

The club extends it's deepest sympathy to the family of Margaret Moran, Kinlough who passed away recently. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam dílis.​

PRO News

posted 8 May 2015, 15:13 by castleconnor sligo

Intermediate:

League match versus Shamrock Gaels postponed Sunday 3rd May. Later date TBC.

Next outing against Easkey, Friday the 15th of May at 8.15pm.

Minor:

The minor team hosted Enniscrone on Thursday. Enniscrone got the first point but Elliot Beardshall fired in a goal after Jack O'Hora's shot was saved. Castleconnor pushed on from this and scored further goals from Seán Carrabine and Jack O'Hora. They went into the break 4-4 to 4 points up.

Enniscrone sparked into life in the second half, with wave after wave of players running through. Castleconnor did just enough to hold them out, winning 4-5 to 1-8.

Team: Kenneth Flynn, Enda Kilcullen, James Boland, Stephen Durkan, Cian Barrins, Benny Foody, Lewis Beardshall, Seán Carrabine, Micheál Cahill, Paul Flynn, Danny O'Hora, Jack O'Hora, Elliot Beardshall, Luke Munnelly, Niall Judge

The team have secured a place in the semi-finals.

U16

League shield semi-final away to Coolera/Strandhill Monday 11th May.

U14

An understrength team travelled to Curry on Wednesday. Despite missing some players they gave a good effort but came out the wrong side of the scoreboard.

U1​2

Next match Tuesday 5th May away to Curry.

Hurling

U14s bet Tourlestrane at home today. It was a very close game, never more than 2 points between the teams. A great game despite the weather and some players missing. Final score: 4-2 to 2-6. Next game v Naomh Eoin next Friday.

U12s travelled to Drumcliffe on Tuesday. It was a tough game, the players giving their all but unfortunately lost 5 points to 1. Next match Tuesday 12th May against Coolera/Strandhill.

Lotto:

Next draw for €18,000 in Mahoneys on May 9th.​

Membership:

Membership can be paid to Shane Feeney, Ultan McGranahan or team managment. you can also pay online on the website: http://castleconnor.sligo.gaa.ie/home/castleconnor-gaa-membership-2015​

Adults: €60

Minors: €40

Family discount: third minor or more: €10

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Minor FL Div 2 Gp1 Rd 5 Castleconnor 4-5 v 1-8 Enniscrone/Kilglass

posted 1 May 2015, 13:10 by castleconnor sligo

Our minor lads had an impressive six point victory over neighbours Enniscrone in Corballa on Wednesday evening.

Two goals from Jack O'Hora along with one each from Michael Cahill and Elliot Beardshall put the home side in complete control at half time leading 4-4 to 0-3.

The only worrying point for the management will be the fact that Castleconnor only managed a single score in the second half but still held out as worthy winners.

It is unclear as of yet whether a League or Shield semi final awaits the lads.

Team: Kenneth Flynn, James Boland, Enda Kilcullen, Benny Foody, Cian Barrins, Stephen Durkan, Seán Carrabine, Lewis Beardshall, Michael Cahill, Paul Flynn, Danny O'Hora, Jack O'Hora, Elliot Beardshall

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U14 FL Div 2 Rd 4: Curry 3-16 v 0-4 Castleconnor

posted 1 May 2015, 12:58 by castleconnor sligo

A severely depleted U14 team travelled to the south of the county to face a strong Curry team. Unfortunately for the lads, a very poor start cost them of ever being in with a shot at victory. They trailed by 2-8 to 0-3 at half time. The second half didn't get much better despite their best efforts.

Special mentions for Daniel Ruane and Owen Gillard who were two of the teams stronger performers.

The team will look to get back to full strentgh and make an improvement against St. Pats in Corballa in two weeks time.

Team: Andrew Blakeney, Daniel Ruane, Fergal Boland, Daire Barrins, Colm Naughton, Rian Winters, Ronan Wilson, Oisín Flynn, Matthew Blakeney, James Tully, Owen Gillard, Liam Donegan

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U12 HL Rd1: Naomh Eoin 0-5 v 0-1 Castleconnor

posted 1 May 2015, 12:46 by castleconnor sligo

The first round of the U12 hurling league took place on Tuesday night. Our lads were unlucky in being on the wrong side of a four point defeat.

Those involved were: Eoghan Durkan, Conor Macaloon, Jack Byrne, TJ Foody, Sean Donegan, Niall Wilson, Lee Gilmartin, Stephen Rogan, Dara Stenston, Seamus Foody, Conor Finnegan, Rory Finnegan, Thomas Langan, Paul Ruane, Michael Sherdian, Dara Flynn, Mathew Langan, Oisin Quinn, Cian Flynn, Cathal Feeney, Colm Ruttledge, Patrick Cooney, William Foody

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PRO Update

posted 29 Apr 2015, 14:36 by castleconnor sligo

U1​2

Next match Tuesday 5th May away to Curry

U6/8/10

Training continues on Friday evenings

Lotto:

No winner of last weeks jackpot of €17800. Match three winners: Patricia Donegan, Anthony and Carmel Reape. Next draw for €18000 in Mahoneys on May 9th.

Community Centre

Official opening of the extension takes place on Friday 1st May at 7pm. Refreshments will be served and The Curly Bobs will provide music until late. All are welcome to attend.

Membership:

Membership can be paid to Shane Feeney, Ultan McGranahan or team managment. you can also pay online on the website: http://castleconnor.sligo.gaa.ie/home/castleconnor-gaa-membership-2015​

Adults: €60

Minors: €40

Family discount: third minor or more: €10

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U16 Div 2 Gp 2 Castleconnor 2-10 v 1-3 Easkey

posted 28 Apr 2015, 11:52 by castleconnor sligo [ updated 15 May 2015, 11:18 ]

Our U16 team had a well deserved win over neighbours Easkey on Monday evening.

The team were not in control early on trailing Easkey at half time by 1-3 to 0-4.

Big improvements were made in terms of the defence with the home sude only conceding four scores for the games entirety and none in the second half. A Colm Naughton goal early in the second half after good work from Paul Flynn and Brian Mahoney got Castleconnor on their way.

Paul added another goal late on to secure a ten point victory for the hosts.

It was a good team performance with special mentions for Fergal Boland, Brian Mahoney and Kenneth Healy who made important stops at key moments in the game.

Team: Kenneth Healy, Fergal Boland, James Boland, Oisín Flynn, Ronan Wilson, Niall Judge, Paul Flynn, Michael Cahill, Daire Barrins, Danny O'Hora, Colm Naughton, James Tully, Brian Mahoney, Rian Winters

The team now move onto the shield semi final after two wins and two defeats in the league campaign.

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Connacht Juvenile Handball Finals

posted 27 Apr 2015, 12:17 by castleconnor sligo

Congratulations to Rachel Foody who was crowned U15 40x20 champion last Sunday. Rachel defeated Galways Eimear ui Uallechain 15-0 15-0.

Unfortunately, there was no such joy for Oisin Quinn, Seamus Foody and Laura Foody who fell just short in their respective U11 and U12 finals.

A very well done to all involved.

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Minor Div 2 Gp 1: Ballymote 3-9 v 1-12 Castleconnor

posted 27 Apr 2015, 11:46 by castleconnor sligo [ updated 27 Apr 2015, 11:47 ]

Our minor side came out on the losing side in their away trip to Ballymote on Friday last. The team took time to get to grip of the hosts attacking threat and it wasn't until the home were reduced by a man that the visitors kicked into gear.

Despite their best efforts and a Jack O'Hora goal, they could not close the gap and Ballymote ran out three point winners.

Team: Kenneth Flynn, Stephen Durkan, Enda Kilcullen, Benny Foody, Cian Barrins, James Boland, Sean Carrabine, Lewis Beardshall, Michael Cahill, Jack O'Hora, Danny O'Hora, Elliot Beardshall, Niall Judge, Luke Munnelly

Next up for the minors is a home game against neighbours Enniscrone on Thursday next at 7.00pm in Corballa. All support would be greatly appreciated.

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Community Centre Extension Official Opening

posted 27 Apr 2015, 11:04 by castleconnor sligo [ updated 27 Apr 2015, 11:12 ]

All members, families, young and old are very welcome to the Official Opening of the new extension of the Castleconnor Community Centre will take place this coming Friday 1st May @ 7.00pm. Refreshments will be served and The Curly Bobs will provide the music late in to the night.

The Community council would like to thank all the people in the parish for their help fundraising money for the Community Centre, GAA, Drama, Handball, Foroige & the group water scheme & all the individuals who helped in any way.

Hope to see you all on the night!

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SFL Div 2 Rd 5 Ballymote 4-10 v 1-12 Castleconnor

posted 27 Apr 2015, 10:22 by castleconnor sligo [ updated 27 Apr 2015, 11:50 ]

Our Intermediate side were on the end of their first defeat in this years league campaign. Despite a number of scores right before the half time whistle, the team trailed by four points at half time.

The visitors never displayed the same effort and enthusiasm shown in previous weeks and suffered as a result conceding four goals and missing countless opportunities to close the gap.

Team: Anthony Kilcullen, Ronan Keane, Tom Cawley, Brendan Howley, Cian Barrins, John McDonnell, Darragh Gilmartin, Jason Earlis, Brian Howley, Eoin Flynn, Kevin Langan, Ciaran Kilcullen, Matthew Cullen, Eamon Cawley, Ronan Martin

Subs: Conor Gallagher, Niall Judge, Michael Langan, Stephen Kilgannon, (All Featured) Barnes Kelly, Stephen Durkan, Shane Wright

Next up for the team is a home game against table toppers Shamrock Gaels in Corballa next Sunday at 3.00pm.

All support for this important game would be greatly appreciated.

Castleconnor hosted St. Pats today in the division 2 league. The home side got off to a good start with a free from Kevin Langan. St. Pats with the aid of the breeze pulled into a 2 point lead at half time.

Pats started the second half with a goal and a point, and Castleconnor responded with three points on the run. Pats stretched their lead to 5 points. A forty-five from Éamonn Cawley dropped into the box and ended up in the net. But Pats again stretched their lead to 3 points. The home team refused to give up and when the ball fell to Jack O'Hora after a goalmouth scramble he slotted home to bring the teams level. A point from Kevin Langan edged Castleconnor into the lead. Pats had one last attack but were held out by some excellent defending. Final Score 1-11 to 2-9.

Team: Anthony Kilcullen, Benny Howley, Patrick McGuinness, Tomás Cawley, Cian Barrins, John McDonnell, Ronan Keane, Kevin McDonnell, Michael Langan, Eoin Flynn, Kevin Langan, Ciarán Kilcullen, Brian Howley, Éamonn Cawley, Matthew Cullen.

Subs: Jack O'Hora, Niall Judge, Paul Kilcullen all played, Barnes Kelly, Darragh Gilmartin, Vinnie Howley, Stephen Durkan

Lotto:

Next draw for €17,800 takes place in Muddy Burns 25th April.

Membership:

Membership can be paid to Shane Feeney, Ultan McGranahan or team managment. you can also pay online on the website: http://castleconnor.sligo.gaa.ie/home/castleconnor-gaa-membership-2015​

Adults: €60

Minors: €40

Family discount: third minor or more: €10

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The Kube

posted 24 Feb 2015, 20:33 by castleconnor sligo

Lotto - The lotto stands at €16,800 as there was no winner of the jackpot last week. Numbers drawn were 5, 20, 29 and 32. Match 3's were Mona O'Regan, Laura Airey and the Cleary Children. Next Draw in Mahony's on Saturday 28th February.

The Kube - Only a few days to go. GET TOUR TICKETS! Thanks to all sponsors, volunteers, contestants and all who are supporting the event. See you Saturday for a great night.

Membership - Please pay online or to Ultan McGranaghan/Shane Feeney. Players are not insured if they are not registered members of the club.

• ​All Ireland Football Final tickets including a trip with the All Stars - 2 Persons(flights, accomadation etc)

• Trip to New York (2 Persons)

• €1500 travel voucher

• All Ireland Football and Hurling Final Corporate Package

• Shopping Vouchers for the retailer of your choice for €1000

• See more here http://www.gaa.ie/content/files/National%20Draw%20Poster%20-%20Final(1).pdf

Lotto Jackpot €16,400

Draw took place last Saturday night in Muddy Burns - Numbers were 9, 10, 18 and 30. No winner of the jackpot and Padraig Hanley matched 3 numbers winning €150. Next draw in Mahony's Bar on January 31st. Get your tickets online and in the usual outlets!

Many Thanks to all our volunteers who helped out at our flag day in Ballina on Saturday last. Many braved the wintry conditions to help with the fundraising. Your help is greatly appreciated.

Jersey Sponsorship:

The club are seeking a sponsor for a set of new adult jerseys. Please contact a member of the executive if you are interested. Many thanks to Declan Flynn for sponsoring a new set of U-10 jerseys. Declan has sponsored many new kits in the past few years for our underage teams and the club really appreciate this.