2022 Notes – Allen Gaels GAA Club

Monday, December 19th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot €15,100 with the numbers 5-2-18-3 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Emmet O’Rourke, Maura Clarke, Joe McManus (Aughnasheelin), Michael McDonagh (Allenbrook) & Catherine Clerkin. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €15,200. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Conway’s Corner House, Gala & Centra.

AGM: There was a large turnout in the clubhouse on Saturday evening

for the Annual General Meeting. There were presentations made to outgoing chairman Pauric Keane for his contribution over the past 3 years and also to Eamonn McGowan on his retirement from the park committee and to Sharon McGourty for her tremendous work during the year on the Healthy Club Initiative and the club lotto. During the election of officers, history was made when Berni Lynch was elected as the first woman to fill the chairperson’s post. We wish Berni every success in her new position. Sinead Dolan remains as secretary & tributes were paid to Sinead for her work as well as treasurer, Declan Keville, who remains in his position and Declan was thanked for his stewardship of the club’s finances and he reported a healthy surplus for the year. Other officer positions filled were Registrars: Aine Flood and Sean Lynch Jr.; PRO: Declan Lynch; Insurance Officer: Alan Wynne; Culture Officer: Laura Loftus; Children’s Officer: Padraig Kenny; Coiste na nOg Chair: Damien Guckian; Coiste na nÓg Secretary: Shane Walsh; Lotto Co-Ordinator:

Sharon McGourty (with new committee appointed), Coaching Officers:

Cyril McKeon and Martin McGowan; County Board Delegates: Sean Mulvey

and Pauric Keane. There was a minute’s silence in memory of deceased club members who had passed away during the year and this concluded the meeting.

Underage awards evening: The annual club underage awards might was held in the Mayflower hall last Sunday evening and was enjoyed by all. We would like to thank Cyril McKeon & Damien Guckian for organising all, thanks to PJ O’Donnell and all at Gibbons Centra for the food, to Willie Donnellan from the Leitrim Observer for taking all the pictures and to Ryan O’Rourke for coming along to present the medals and trophies and for a brilliant motivational speech. Also to all the coaches for all their help on selecting the winners as well as all the coaching all year as ever. The following are the winners: Girls U-12 most improved player: Annie Mulvey. Player of the year: Leah Casey, U-14 Girls most improved player: Anna McGreal, player of the year: Clara Fee, U-16 Girls most improved player: Ella Casey, player of the year: Shannon McTiernan, U-18 Girls most improved player: Lisa McGovern, player of the year: Katie McGovern, U-13 Boys most improved player: William Curran, player of the year: Jamie McTiernan, U-15 white team most improved player: Pierce McKeon, player of the year: Joshua Keville, U-15 Blue team most improved player: Shane McGovern, player of the year: Daniel Gilrane, U-17 most improved player: Ruairi Grier, player of the year: Cian Dennis.

Christmas: We would like to wish all our club members, players, coaches, supporters, sponsors, friends & families a very merry and safe Christmas.

Wedding Bells: The club would like to congratulate former player Daniel Egan & Eimear Finn on getting married at the weekend and we wish the happy couple many happy years together.

Sympathy: The club would like to express its deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Monica Murphy who passed away recently in England, may she rest in peace.

An Tostal: The An Tostal drive in bingo returns this Tuesday afternoon the 27^th at 3pm in the Mart carpark for a Christmas special with a €1000 jackpot to be won as well as a host of other prizes on the day, please support.

Monday, December 12th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot €15,000 with the numbers 12-14-15-10 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Ciaran Woods, Una McEvoy, Geraldine Ferris Moran, Bernie Barry & PJ McLoughlin & Family. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €15,100. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Conway’s Corner House, Gala & Centra.

AGM: The 2022 Allen Gaels GAA club annual general meeting takes place in the club house at 5pm on this Saturday the 17^{th of} December. All members are asked to attend.

Congrats: We would like to congratulate club member Martin McGowan on his recent retirement from An Garda Siochana and also wish him best of luck in his new role with the Connacht GAA council as one of the Leitrim representatives.

Christmas: With Christmas just a few weeks away why not treat that special someone in your life to the perfect Christmas present and log on to the O’Neill’s website and purchase some Allen Gaels gear. Order now to ensure delivery before the big day. Another brilliant gift is an annual lotto ticket which are available for purchase and for details on how to purchase one please check the facebook page.

Sympathies: The club would like to extend its deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Kathleen Moran who passed away last week, to Mary Logan on the death of her Brother Gerry Kiernan in Aughavas at the weekend and also to Ollie Scollan on the death of his Sister Lily Hardigan in the USA recently also may they all rest in peace.

Monday, December 5th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot €14,900 with the numbers 12-26-3-19 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Kevin McGourty, Damien McCabe, Zona Foley, Paschal Mooney & Margaret McTiernan. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €15,000. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Conway’s Corner House, Gala & Centra.

U-20 Championship: The lads were defeated by Mac Diarmada Gaels on Friday night last which now concludes all the clubs football for the year, and we want to thank the lads for all the efforts especially over the last few weeks playing in tough conditions and also a big thanks to the management team of Dylan McGowan, Dermot Dennis, Wayne Gunning & Padraig Cornyn for their patience and efforts also.

AGM: The 2022 Allen Gaels GAA club annual general meeting takes place in the club house at 5pm on Saturday the 17^{th of} December. All members are asked to attend.

Monday, November 28th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot €14,800 with the numbers 19-25-24-31 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Francis Mulvey (Aughagrania), Adrian Flood, Tara & April Gilmartin, Kevin McGourty & Mel, Jason, Verona, Kevin (Melrose Inn). Next week’s jackpot now stands at €14,900. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Conway’s Corner House, Gala & Centra.

U-20 Championship: The lads defeated St. Josephs on Sunday afternoon last on a 3-11 to 2-8 scoreline and now face Mac Diarmada Gaels in Kiltubrid on Friday night at 8pm so best of luck to the lads and management and please support.

AGM: The 2022 Allen Gaels GAA club annual general meeting takes place in the club house at 5pm on Saturday the 17^th December. Club officer nomination forms and motion forms can be got by emailing secretary.allengaels.leitrim@gaa.ie and need to be returned by the 4^th December. All members are asked to attend.

Connacht Championship: Commiserations to Aughnasheelin who lost out to St. Dominic’s in the Connacht semi-final last weekend.

Sympathy: The club would like to extend its deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Carmel Moran (Aughacashel), to the family and friends of Paddy Clarke and to the family and friends of Cathal McWeeney who all passed away recently, may they all rest in peace.

Monday, November 21st

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot €14,700 with the numbers 24-13-17-18 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Brian Kielty, Maire Mulkerrin (Leixlip), Hugh McGovern, Sandy Hayes & Patricia & David O’Rourke. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €14,800. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Conway’s Corner House, Gala & Centra.

U-20 Championship: The lads began their championship campaign on Sunday last as we were defeated by St. Mary’s, and we now play St. Josephs at home this Sunday at 1pm so best of luck to the lads and management and please support.

Connacht Championship: Commiserations to St. Mary’s who lost out to Tourlestrane in the Connacht semi-final last weekend, best of luck to Aughnasheelin who take on St. Dominic’s in their re-arranged fixture this Saturday in Pairc Sean at 1.30pm

Sympathy: The club would like to also extend its deepest sympathies to the Dolan family on the death of Patricia Dolan in England recently, to the Cullen family on the death of Dermot Burke in Dublin last week, may they all rest in peace.

Christmas: With Christmas just over a month away why not treat that special someone in your life to the perfect Christmas present and log on to the O’Neill’s website and purchase some Allen Gaels gear. Order now to ensure delivery before the big day.

Monday, November 14th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot €14,600 with the numbers 1-6-22-17 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: John Maloney (Castlegar), Teresa Duignan, Lucy Kelly, Aine Bohan & David O’Rourke (Ballinaglaera). Next week’s jackpot now stands at €14,700. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Conway’s Corner House, Gala & Centra.

U-20 Championship: The last remaining team begin their championship campaign this weekend as the St. Francis U-20 lads team take on St. Mary’s this Sunday morning at 11.30am in Carrick so best of luck to the lads and management and please support.

Connacht Championship: Commiserations to Kiltubrid ladies who agonisingly lost out by a single point in the Connacht final last weekend, also to Carrigallen who were defeated in the Connacht junior semi-final but congratulations to St. Mary’s who defeated St. Kiernans in London on Saturday last and now face Tourlestrane in Pairc Sean this Saturday at 1.30pm. best wishes also to Aughnasheelin who take on St. Dominics of Roscommon in the Connacht intermediate semi-final on Sunday again in Pairc Sean at 1.30pm.

Packie Joe Keane: There was widespread sadness throughout the community on learning last week of the sad passing of a true gentleman, Packie Joe Keane, Knocknasowna. Packie Joe’s son, Pauric, is the current Club chairperson and the Keane Family have a very long association with Allen Gaels. Packie Joe was known far and wide, was a founding member of Drumshanbo Mart and was deeply involved in local politics & loved the cut and thrust of elections. Packie Joe and Brid suffered the tragic loss of their beloved son, Kevin, in 1991 and bore this cross with great strength and dignity. Kevin won minor, junior & intermediate championships in the late 1980’s and The Kevin Keane Player of the Year Awards have been presented in his memory since 1993 and Packie Joe was a great supporter of the

awards, doing the honours at countless dinner dances and award nights. Indeed he had the proud honour to present his son, John, with Minor Player of the Year in 1998 and the Senior Player Award in 2007. In latter years it has been Pauric who has maintained the family connection and has just completed his 3^rd year in the chair. As a mark of respect, the Club performed a Guard of Honour at the Church on Saturday. To Brid, Teresa, Brian, Yvonne, Alison, Edel, Pauric and John, to his large extended family and a wide circle of neighbours & friends, the Club extends deepest condolences.

Ar dheis De go raibh a anam dilis.

Sympathy: The club would like to also extend its deepest sympathies to Maura O’Brien and family on the death of her uncle Fr. Anthony Mulvey last week, to the family and friends of Michael Cooney, Dowra road and to the family and friends of Paddy Conway, Arigna who all passed away last week, may they all rest in peace.

Monday, November 7th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot €14,500 with the numbers 30-10-27-20 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Kevin McGourty, Colm Griffin, James Gunning, Ann Christie & Sile Tighe. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €14,600. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Conway’s Corner House, Gala & Centra.

U-15 Boys: The lads were defeated by Manorhamilton on Tuesday night last which completes this year’s football, so we want to thank all the lads for their hard work and efforts all year. It was brilliant to be able to field 2 teams at this age group and we hope it continues and also a big thank you to the management team of Neil Nolan, Damien McCabe and Hughie Gallagher.

U-16 Girls: The girls were defeated by Dromahair on Saturday last in the shield final in a high scoring contest and concludes their football for the year so we would like to thank all the girls for all their hard work and commitment all year and especially the management team of Paul Martin, Catherine O’Dowd & Pauric McGovern.

Cross Country: well done to the Drumshanbo Athletics club on running a fantastic cross country event on Sunday last. There was huge crowds in the area for the day and was enjoyed by all and a huge thank you must go to all the volunteers for all their help all day.

Connacht Championship: Best of luck to our neighbours Kiltubrid ladies in the Connacht intermediate final this Saturday at 1pm in Castlerea as they take on Charlestown of Mayo. Also best of luck to St. Mary’s and Carrigallen in the Connacht senior and junior championships this weekend.

Sympathy: The club would like to extend its deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Seamus Owens who passed away last week, also to the family and friends of John James Gunning who also passed away last week. May they both rest in peace.

An Tostal: An Tostal Festival are delighted to welcome back Seamus O’ Rourke to the Mayflower Drumshanbo this Thursday 10th November at 8pm.

Great evening’s entertainment guaranteed. There are still some tickets available so contact any committee member.

Monday, October 31st

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot €14,400 with the numbers 32-12-11-5 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Bernie Barry, Terrie Gray, Sean O’Hara, Shane McKeon (Ballinaglaera) & Declan Lynch. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €14,500. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Conway’s Corner House, Gala & Centra.

U-15 Boys: The lads final was played yesterday (Tuesday) evening in Cloone against Manorhamilton so check next weeks notes for report.

U-16 Girls: The girls were defeated by St. Mary’s on Sunday last which now concludes our involvement in this years competition so we would like to thank all the girls for all their hard work and commitment all year and especially the management team of Paul Martin, Catherine O’Dowd & Pauric McGovern.

Connacht Championship: Congratulations to our neighbours Kiltubrid ladies who have qualified for the Connacht intermediate ladies championship after defeating Naomh Mhuire Oranmore at the weekend, also best of luck to St. Ronan’s in the Roscommon junior final replay next Saturday.

Cross Country: Connacht Cross Country Championships for juveniles and adults will take place this Sunday 6th November in Drumshanbo from 12-3pm. Please be aware that traffic on the Ballinamore Road at St. Patrick’s NS and in the vicinity of Allen Gaels GAA grounds will be heavy during these times. We encourage all motorists to proceed with care and be mindful of pedestrians and other road users during these times. Thank you for your co-operation with this.

Sympathy: The club would like to extend its deepest sympathies to the Sorohan family on the sad passing of Eileen’s mother Bridie Brosnan in Kerry recently, and to Marian & Fergal Rynn on the sad passing of their uncle Frank Rynn in Leixlip recently. May they both rest in peace.

Monday, October 24th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot €14,300 with the numbers 14-16-15-10 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Regina McNabola, Donnacha Lynch, James Gunning, Noelle Burke & Margaret McPadden. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €14,400. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Conway’s Corner House, Gala & Centra.

Junior B Championship: The lads sadly lost out to Gortletteragh in the semi-final on Saturday last after extra time. We want to thank the lads for all their efforts all year and thank you again to the management team of James Flynn, Stephen Tiernan & Kevin Canning.

U-15 Boys: The lads final was called off last week and will be played at a later date.

U-16 Girls: The girls semi final against St. Mary’s is refixed for this Sunday afternoon at 12 in Drumshanbo so best of luck to the girls and please support.

County Final: Congratulations to Aughnasheelin on winning the intermediate championship final on Sunday last and commiserations to Annaduff.

Sympathy: The club would like to extend its deepest sympathies to the McTigue family on the sad passing of Mickey’s mother Catherine McTigue in Ballinaglaera last week, to the Devine family on the sad passing of Vincent at the weekend, to the McManus family on the sad passing of Timmy last week also. May they all rest in peace.

RAIS€: The RAIS€ fundraising weekend takes place this weekend around town with events such as a table quiz, car wash and 80s night plus much more taking place all weekend with all proceeds going towards Childhood Days, Leitrim Calling & South Leitrim Special Olympics so best of luck to all involved and please support.

Monday, October 17th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot €14,200 with the numbers 29-16-6-20 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Padraig & Aisling McShera, Jim Scollan, Eithne Deane, Betty Cannon & Tony Christie. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €14,300. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Conway’s Corner House, Gala & Centra.

Junior B Championship: The lads semi final takes place this Saturday afternoon as we take on Gortletteragh at home at 3.30pm so best of luck to the lads and management and please support.

U-15 Boys: The white team are in the championship final tonight (Wednesday) in Cloone at 8pm as we take on Manorhamilton so best of luck to the lads and management and please support.

U-13 Boys: The U-13 lads were defeated by Fenagh in the final on Saturday last and we want to thank all the lads and management for all their efforts all year and better days lie ahead for this talented bunch. Also thank you to Declan & Celine McTiernan from Ballinaglaera Fuels for their very kind sponsorship of socks and shorts for the team.

U-16 Girls: The girls semi final was postponed last weekend and will take place at a later date tbc.

County Final: Congratulations to St. Mary’s on winning the senior championship final on Sunday last and commiserations to Mohill

Sympathy: The club would like to extend its deepest sympathies to club coach Hughie Gallagher and his family on the sad passing of his uncle Hugh Kelly in Donegal recently.

Monday, October 10th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot €14,100 with the numbers 23-27-22-32 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Maureen Egan, Una McEvoy, Edel Spark, Hugh McGovern & Caroline Flynn. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €14,200. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Conway’s Corner House, Gala & Centra.

Intermediate Championship: The lads championship campaign came to an end on Saturday last as we were defeated by Annaduff in the semi-final on a 3-13 to 2-9 scoreline. We want to thank all the lads for all their hard work all year and all their effort and especially the management team of James Flynn, Stephen Tiernan and Kevin Canning. Attention now turns back to the junior championship where we will play the semi final in the next few weeks.

St. Francis Ladies: The St. Francis ladies defeated Dromahair in the relegation playoff game on Sunday last winning on a 3-7 to 2-8 scoreline which now retains their senior status for 2023 so well done to the girls and thank you to ye all for all your hard work and brilliant effort all year and also thank you to the management team of Barry Prior and Ciaran Kilkine.

U-13 Boys: The U-13 lads defeated Melvin Gaels in horrible conditions on Sunday afternoon last winning on a 1-3 to 4 points scoreline in the semi final and now play Fenagh in the final with fixture details tbc.

U-16 Girls: The girls are in the semi-final this Saturday as we take on St. Mary’s at home at 2pm so best of luck to the girls and management and please support.

Sympathy: The club would like to extend its deepest sympathies to the Casey family on the sad passing of John’s mother Rose last week, may she rest in peace.

Sympathy: The club would like to extend its deepest sympathies to the families, friends and entire community of Creeslough Co. Donegal following last weekend’s tragedy.

Newlyweds: The club would like to congratulate club coach Paul “Pirlo” Martin and Marian Woods who got married on Friday last. Paul is now fully converted to the Leitrim side of the border, and we wish the happy couple many happy years together.

Newborn: The club would also like to congratulate former club player and magician Cathal Kielty and Mairead on the birth of their new baby girl Aoibheann recently.

Monday, October 3rd

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot €14,000 with the numbers 18-8-11-29 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Tom Scollan, Colm Smith, Debra Keaney, Peter Lynch, & Sinead McGovern. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €14,100. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Conway’s Corner House, Gala & Centra.

Intermediate Championship: The lads take on Annaduff this Saturday in the semi final in Pairc Sean at 4.30pm so best of luck to the lads and management and please come out to support the team. This game is an all ticket game and tickets are ONLY available online and will not be available to purchase at the gate and can be purchased at www.leitrimgaa.ie/tickets. Also if you cannot make the game, you can purchase a live stream also available on the Leitrim GAA website.

St. Francis Ladies: The St. Francis ladies take on Dromahair in the senior relegation play off final this Sunday at 11am in Kiltubrid so best of luck to the ladies and management and please come out to support the girls.

U-15 Boys: The U-15 blue team were defeated by Annaduff last Tuesday which completes their campaign. The white team were defeated by Manorhamilton on Saturday last and are in the final against the same opposition in a date, time, and venue tbc.

U-13 Boys: The U-13 lads defeated Dromahair on Thursday evening last and are now into the semi final which is scheduled for this Sunday as we are at home to Melvin Gaels at 3pm so best of luck to the lads and management and please support.

U-16 Girls: The girls defeated neighbours Kiltubrid last week which now means we are through to a semi-final in 2 weeks’ time with an opposition tbc. Well done to the girls and management and also, we would like to wish Abi McGourty a speedy recovery following a nasty injury at the end of the game.

Sympathy: The club would like to extend its deepest sympathies to the family and friends of the late Sean O’Loughlin who sadly passed away last week. May he rest in peace.

Monday, September 26th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot €13,900 with the numbers 11-19-26-12 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Adrian Foy, Sean O’Rourke (Ballinaglaera), Bernice Campbell, Noel Beirne & Mary Scollan. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €14,000. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Conway’s Corner House, Gala & Centra.

Intermediate Championship: The draw for the semi final took place after last weekends quarter finals and we have been drawn against Annaduff which is due to tale place the weekend of October 8^th and will be an all ticket game and ticket details will be available next week.

Junior Championship: The junior team completed the group stage at the weekend as we defeated Leitrim Gaels on a 1-15 to 2-10 scoreline. Well done to the lads who topped their group and face into a semi final in the coming weeks.

St. Francis Ladies: The St. Francis ladies lost out to St. Josephs after a spirited performance and now face into a relegation playoff match against Dromahair in the coming weeks.

U-15 Boys: The U-15 blue team completed their group games off yesterday evening (Tuesday) against Annaduff so check next weeks notes for result. The white team have qualified for the final against Manorhamilton which will be played in the next few weeks.

U-13 Boys: The U-13 lads play Dromahair at home tomorrow evening (Thursday) at 6.30pm in their final group game so best of luck to the lads and management and please support.

U-16 Girls: The girls defeated St. Mary’s on Tuesday evening last and played Kiltubrid yesterday evening (Tuesday) so check next week’s notes for result.

Well Done Eamonn: congratulations to club legend and mothers & others coach Eamonn McGowan who took on a 100k cycle on Sunday afternoon last in aid of the Leitrim Association of people with disabilities (LAWPD). This journey brought Eamonn throughout the county and ended up at the club grounds with a fantastic reception. The link for this fundraiser is still open and can be accessed online using the following address https://www.gofundme.com/f/eamonmcgowansololeitrimcycle

Sympathy: The club would like to extend its deepest sympathies to the family and friends of the late Jimmy Gray who sadly passed away earlier this week and to Nancy Woods on the sad passing of her sister Agnes Agnew who passed away in England recently and also to the Mulvey families Drumshanbo and Carrick on the sad passing of Rosaleen Mulvey recently also. May they all rest in peace.

Monday, September 19th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot €13,800 with the numbers 9-32-11-1 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Donna Gilrane, Sandra Gunning, Adrian Foy, Antoinette McManus & Sean Lynch (Drumkeelan). Next week’s jackpot now stands at €13,900. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Conway’s Corner House, Gala & Centra.

Intermediate Championship: The lads had a hard fought 3 point victory over Aughnasheelin on Sunday last winning on a 4-10 to 1-16 scoreline. This victory means we are now straight through to the semi final which will be in 3 weeks’ time so well done to the lads and management.

Junior Championship: The junior team complete the group stage this weekend as we are at home to neighbours Leitrim Gaels on Sunday afternoon at 1pm so best of luck to the lads and please support.

St. Francis Ladies: The St. Francis ladies lost out to Ballinamore on Sunday last and have 1 remaining game against St. Josephs away this Sunday morning at 11am so best of luck to the girls and please support.

U-15 Boys: The U-15 blue are at home to Annaduff this coming Thursday evening at 6.30pm in the final group game so best of luck to the lads and management and please support.

U-13 Boys: The U-13 lads defeated Mohill last week and now play Dromahair at home tomorrow evening (Thursday) at 6.30pm in their final group game so best of luck to the lads and management and please support.

U-16 Girls: The girls were defeated by Manorhamilton last week and took on St. Mary’s yesterday (Tuesday) evening so check next week’s notes for result and play Kiltubrid next Tuesday evening in Kiltubrid at 6.45pm so best of luck to the girls and management and please support.

U-11s: Our U-11 teams travelled out to Kiltubrid on Saturday morning last for a brilliant morning football where we fielded 2 teams which was enjoyed by all and a big thank you to our coaches and players and to the Kiltubrid club for inviting us out.

New-Born: The club would like to congratulate Stephen Tiernan & Yvonne Cornyn on the birth of their new baby Girl Amelia Rose last week.

Sympathy: The club would also like to extend its deepest sympathies to the McCauley family on the sad passing of Bernie McCauley last week. May he rest in peace.

An Tostal: The An Tostal AGM takes place this Thursday evening in the mayflower hall at 9pm and all new members are always welcome to join.

Monday, September 12th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot €13,700 with the numbers 1-21-10-3 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Pius Earley, Joe Maguire, Tony Tighe, Phil McGowan & Wayne Gunning. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €13,800. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Conway’s Corner House, Gala & Centra.

Intermediate Championship: The lads return to action this coming Sunday afternoon as we travel to take on Aughnasheelin in Aughnasheelin at 1pm in the final group game. Best of luck to the lads and management and please support.

Junior Championship: The junior team had a good win over Drumkeerin on Sunday last on a 2-17 to 1-10 scoreline in horrible conditions and now seals a place in the semi final with a game to spare and have no game this weekend.

St. Francis Ladies: The St. Francis ladies lost out to Kiltubrid in their re-arranged senior championship game on Sunday morning last in horrible conditions and take on Ballinamore this Sunday in Drumshanbo at 11am so best of luck to the girls and management and please support.

U-17 Boys: The U-17 lads were defeated by St. Brigid’s on Monday evening last in their final game and we want to thank all the lads for all their hard work and commitment all year and also a huge thank you to the coaches John Casey, Kenneth Dowler, Enda Gilrane & Richard O’Loughlin.

U-15 Boys: The U-15 blue team were defeated by Manorhamilton last Thursday evening and we would like to thank Manorhamilton coaches James Glancy and in particular Conor Sheridan for all their assistance with the injuries to 2 of our players during the game. They have no game this week.

U-13 Boys: The U-13 lads return to action tomorrow (Thursday) evening as we take on Mohill in Mohill at 6.30pm so best of luck to the team and management and please support.

U-16 Girls: The girls were defeated by Dromahair last week and now took on Manorhamilton yesterday (Tuesday) evening so check next week’s notes for result and play St. Mary’s next Tuesday evening in Carrick at 7pm so best of luck to the girls and management and please support.

Get well soon: The club would like to wish 2 of our underage players Daire McCabe & Shane McGovern a speedy recovery following nasty injuries last week.

Petie O’Rourke: There was widespread sadness in the club on learning of the untimely passing of Petie O’Rourke last week. Petie had a very deep association with Drumshanbo from his working days in Lairds factory to his planning and design business that brought him the length and breadth of the county. He was a star player on the successful Allen Gaels side of the 1970’s that contested 6 senior league finals in succession and won 3 in a row from 1973-75. Despite that team’s great consistency, it never won a championship and one of Petie’s sporting regrets was the 1973 Senior championship final, lost by a point after a replay to the great Sean O’Heslins side of that era. Nevertheless he was immensely proud of that team, as he lined out with many of his neighbours and friends from Ballinaglaera throughout the 1970’s before the Ballinaglaera Club reformed in 1981. In later years Petie was a valued member of the Allen Gaels Golf Society and the stories from the many trips abroad are legendary. However, it was Petie’s personality that set him apart as he was someone who made friends easily and the fond recollections of him over the past few days are proof of that. Any encounter with Petie invariably meant you left with a smile on your face. To Angela, Melanie, Mark and Jason & the O’Rourke Family, Ballinaglaera GAA and to Petie’s wide circle of friends we extend our deepest condolences. Ni fheicfimid a leitheid aris. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam dilis.

Sympathy: The club would also like to extend its deepest sympathies to the Egan family on the sad passing of Tommy Egan in Manchester recently. Tommy was a son of Mina and brother of Patricia, Jimmy, Catherine & Sarah. May he rest in peace.

Monday, September 5th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot of €13,600 with the numbers 11-2-29-21 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Bea Foy, Margaret McPartland, Paddy McManus, Teresa Scollan & John Gilmartin. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €13,700. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Conway’s Corner House, Gala & Centra.

Intermediate Championship: The lads defeated Annaduff on Saturday evening last in tough conditions on a 1-12 to 7 points scoreline. Well done to the lads and management and they have no game this weekend before playing Aughnasheelin the following weekend in the final group game.

Junior Championship: The junior team return to action this weekend as we take on Drumkeerin at home on Sunday at 1pm so best of luck to the lads and management and please support.

U-17 Boys: The U-17 lads play their final group game next Monday away to St. Brigid’s in Drumreilly at 6.30pm so best of luck to the lads and please support

U-15 Boys: The U-15 blue team were defeated by Sr. Brigid’s by a single point on Friday evening last and now play Manorhamilton tomorrow (Thursday) evening in Manorhamilton at 7pm so best of luck to the lads and management and please support. The white team defeated St. Josephs last Sunday afternoon on a 1-14 to 1-2 scoreline and have no game this weekend

St. Francis Ladies: The St. Francis ladies were defeated by Manorhamilton last weekend and have no game this weekend

Newborn: Congratulations to Declan Kelly & Katie Foley on the birth of their new baby boy Rian.

Monday, August 15th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot of €13,300 with the numbers 1-13-12-6 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: James Flynn, Caitlin & Anna Griffin, Mary Barry, Maura Clarke & Sile Tighe. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €13,400. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Conway’s Corner House, Gala & Centra.

Senior Men: The lads begin the intermediate championship this Friday night with a home game against Drumkeerin at 7pm so best of luck to the lads and management and please come support the lads.

U-17 Boys: The U-17 lads were defeated by Dromahair on Monday last and have no game this weekend.

U-15 Boys: The U-15 blue team were defeated by St. Mary’s last week and play St. Joseph’s this Thursday evening at 6.30pm and the white team playing at 7.45pm so best of luck to the lads and management and please support.

U-13 Boys: The U-13 lads began their championship campaign yesterday (Tuesday) evening as we took on Drumkeerin in Drumkeerin so check next week’s notes for result. They don’t have a game this weekend.

St. Francis Ladies: The St. Francis ladies begin the senior championship this Sunday in at home against Kiltubrid at 11am so best of luck to the ladies and management and please come support the ladies.

Mothers & Others: Mothers and Others have returned to training on the pitch each Wednesday from 8 – 9pm. All new members always welcome – no gaelic experience needed, just a willingness to try something new!

Sympathy: The club extends its deepest sympathies to the family & friends of Brigid McGrath who passed away in America recently and to Marian Quigley on the death of her brother Bernard Keane in Coventry recently. May they both rest in peace.

Newborn: Congratulations to Michael & Laura McGovern on the birth of their new baby Girl Holly last week and we hope to see her in the Allen Gaels colours soon.

Monday, August 8th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot of €13,200 with the numbers 24-1-7-27 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Terry McGovern, Tara April Gilmartin, PJ O’Donnell, Ann Christie & Tara April Gilmartin(2). Next week’s jackpot now stands at €13,300. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Conway’s Corner House, Gala & Centra.

Senior Men: The first round draw for this years intermediate championship took place at the weekend and we have been drawn to play Drumkeerin at home the weekend of August 19/20/21 so best of luck to the lads in their preparation.

Junior Men: The junior team lost out in the league final on Friday evening last to Leitrim Gaels. Focus now turns to the junior B championship which begins at the end of August.

U-17 Boys: The U-17 championship begins next Monday evening as we travel to take on Dromahair in Dromahair at 7pm so best of luck to the lads and management and please support.

U-15 Boys: The U-15 division 1 championship begins tomorrow (Thursday) evening as we take on St. Mary’s in Carrick at 7pm so best of luck to the lads and management and please support.

U-13 Boys: The U-13 lads begin their championship campaign next Tuesday evening as we take on Drumkeerin in Drumkeerin at 7pm so best of luck to the lads and management and please support.

St. Francis Ladies: The St. Francis ladies defeated St. Brigid’s on Sunday morning last to maintain their division 1 status for 2023 and focus now turns to the senior championship which begins on the 21^st of August.

Sympathy: The club extends its deepest sympathies to the Moran family on the death of Mickey Moran last week, to the McNulty family on the death of May’s sister Kay O’Driscoll may they rest in peace.

Wedding Bells: The club would like to congratulate Joanne Beirne & Brendan McGovern who got married at the weekend.

Monday, August 1st

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot of €13,100 with the numbers 2-9-26-31 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Paul Mulvey, Kevin McGourty, Deirdre Conlon, Serena McCarthy & Marie Casserly. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €13,200. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Conway’s Corner House, Gala & Centra.

Senior Men: The senior lads defeated Ballinaglaera on Friday evening last in tough conditions on a 1-14 to 2-9 scoreline in their final league game. Sadly we cannot gain promotion and focus now turns to the intermediate championship which begins in a couple of weeks.

Junior Men: The junior teams league final takes place this coming Friday evening in Avant Money Pairc Sean Mac Diarmada against Leitrim Gaels at 7pm so best of luck to the lads and management and please support as well as let’s show our support for the team and see some blue and white up around the town.

St. Francis Ladies: The St. Francis ladies take on St. Brigid’s this coming Sunday morning at 11am in Fenagh in the division 1 league relegation final so best of luck to the girls and management and please support

Minor Girls: The minor ladies lost out to Manorhamilton last week in their final championship game and sadly ends their interest in this years competition so we would like to thank the girls for their commitment all year aswell as the management team of Damien Guckian, Eamonn McGowan, Dermot McDonagh & Ciara McTigue

U-12 Girls: The U-12 Girls lost out to St. Josephs last week and played their shield semi-final yesterday (Tuesday) evening so check next week’s notes for result.

Sunrise for STOP: well done to all who braved the elements and horrible weather and got up at 5am Saturday morning last to walk for STOP. There was a brilliant turnout enjoyed by all and we would like to especially thank our healthy club officer Sharon McGourty for all her help organising the event.

Sympathy: The club extends its deepest sympathies to the Keane family on the death of Carmel Keane in Dublin at the weekend, to the family and friends of Mary Kelly and also to the family and friends of Leo Mayo who also passed away recently, may they all rest in peace.

Monday, July 25th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot of €13,000 with the numbers 20-11-6-19 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Dermot McKeon, Evan Foley, Patricia & David O’Rourke, Annie McManus & James Flynn. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €13,100. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Conway’s Corner House, Gala & Centra.

Senior Men: The senior lads defeated Drumreilly on Saturday evening last in tough conditions on a 2-10 to 9 points scoreline and now play neighbours Ballinaglaera in the final league game this Friday evening in Ballinaglaera at 7pm so best of luck to the lads and please support.

St. Francis Ladies: The St. Francis ladies were defeated by Manorhamilton last Sunday morning and have no game this week.

Minor Girls: The minor ladies lost out to St. Mary’s last week and now play Manorhamilton this Thursday evening in Manorhamilton at 7pm so best of luck to the girls and please support

U-12 Girls: The U-12 Girls played St. Josephs yesterday (Tuesday) evening so check next week’s notes for result.

Leitrim: commiserations to club member Martin McGowan and the Leitrim u-16 team who narrowly lost out to Wexford in the Fr. Manning cup semi-final last weekend.

Sympathy: The club extends its deepest sympathies to Ann O’Donnell on the death of her mother Angela O’Malley recently and also to the family and friends of Mary Giblin who also passed away recently, may they both rest in peace.

Monday, July 18th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot of €12,900 with the numbers 6-21-18-17 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Eamonn McGowan, Barry McGuire, Ryan Higgins, Barry McGuire(2) & Sandra Moran. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €13,000. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Conway’s Corner House, Gala & Centra.

Senior Men: The senior lads had a good 3-14 to 9 points win over Gortletteragh on Friday evening last and now play Drumreilly this Saturday evening in Drumreilly at 7pm so best of luck to the lads and please support.

U-17 Boys: The U-17 lads defeated Drumkeeran 4-9 to 12 points on Monday evening last and we would like to wish Drumkeeran player Christopher McPartland a speedy recovery following a nasty injury during the game.

U-13 Boys: The U-13 lads defeated Leitrim Gaels by a goal last week and that concludes the league campaign and focus now turns to championship which starts in a few weeks.

St. Francis Ladies: The St. Francis ladies game against St. Josephs was postponed last weekend and they now play Manorhamilton this Sunday at 11am in Manorhamilton so best of luck to the girls and please support.

Minor Girls: The minor ladies lost out to Dromahair last week and now play St. Mary’s this Thursday evening at home at 7pm so best of luck to the girls and please support

U-12 Girls: The U-12 Girls defeated Keeldra Gaels last weekend played Melvin Gaels yesterday (Tuesday) evening and play St. Josephs next Tuesday evening so best of luck to the team.

Reunion weekend: Allen Gaels team and Management from the mid-nineties met in the Clubhouse on Saturday evening last. 25 years had flown by since back to back Championships were secured in 1997. That team also won the League that year and contested the Connaught Final against Corofin.

A presentation was made to the Management team of Eamonn McGowan, Paddy Higgins and Dermot McDonagh. Martin McGowan accepted the trophy on behalf of his Dad, Tony. Paschal and Sinead Gillard fed the troops with some tasty goodies. The lads watched the Allen Gaels league game against Aughnasheelin and then continued the evening in Joe Gunning’s.

Sympathy: The club extends its deepest sympathies to the family & friends of Eithne McPartland who passed away at the weekend, may she rest in peace.

Joe Mooney Summer School: Best of luck to the committee of the Joe Mooney Summer school which returns to the town this week. We hope all our visitors have a very enjoyable week.

Monday, July 11th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot of €12,800 with the numbers 27-18-13-23 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Bernice Campbell, Ann Duffy, Owen Kane, Aoife Grier & Deborah Keohe. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €12,900. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Conway’s Corner House, Gala & Centra.

Senior Men: The senior lads lost out to Aughnasheelin last Saturday evening by 2 points and now face Gortletteragh this Friday evening at home at 8pm so best of luck to the lads and management and please support. Also we would like to wish Aughnasheelin player Conor Cullen a speedy recovery following a serious looking Knee injury sustained during the game.

Junior Men: Our second team won their final league game against St. Mary’s last Sunday afternoon on a 4-19 to 3-9 scoreline. We have qualified for the final, but no fixture details are available yet.

U-17 Boys: The U-17 lads take on St. Joseph’s this evening (Wednesday) at 6.45pm in Carrigallen and also play Drumkeerin at home next Monday at 7pm so best of luck to the lads and management and please support.

U-13 Boys: The U-13 lads were defeated by Rinn Gaels last week and now play Leitrim Gaels this Thursday evening at home at 6.30pm in their final league game so best of luck to the lads and please support.

St. Francis Ladies: The St. Francis ladies take on St. Josephs away this Sunday at 11am check facebook for venue so best of luck to the girls and management and please support.

Minor Girls: The minor ladies lost out to St. Josephs last week and now play Dromahair this Thursday evening at home at 7pm so best of luck to the girls and please support

U-12 Girls: The U-12 Girls played Keeldra Gaels yesterday evening (Tuesday) so check next week’s notes for result.

Reunion weekend: Thank you to all who attended a very enjoyable evening and night last Saturday for the reunion of the 1996 and 97 senior championship winning teams. There was brilliant laughs and stories told all evening. Thanks also to Paschal & Sinead Gillard for the lovely food enjoyed by all.

Sympathy: The club extends its deepest sympathies to the family & friends of Mamie Crawford who passed away recently, may she rest in peace.

Monday, July 4th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot of €12,700 with the numbers 1-23-29-16 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Catrina Kelly McManus, Bridget Murray, Patricia & David O’Rourke, Siobhan McGrail & Geraldine Heeran. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €12,800. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Conway’s Corner House, Gala & Centra.

Senior Men: The senior lads return to league action this Saturday evening as we host Aughnasheelin at 8pm so best of luck to the lads and management and please support.

Junior Men: Our second team play their final league game this Sunday afternoon as we take on St. Mary’s in Carrick at 1pm so best of luck to the lads and management and please support.

U-17 Boys: The U-17 lads lost their league opener against St. Brigid’s last week and have no game this week.

U-13 Boys: The U-13 lads were defeated by St. Mary’s last week and now play Rinn Gaels this Thursday evening at home at 6.30pm so best of luck to the lads and please support.

St. Francis Ladies: The St. Francis ladies lost out to Kiltubrid in their league opener last Sunday and have no game this weekend.

Minor Girls: The minor ladies lost out to Ballinamore last week and now play St. Josephs this Thursday evening away at 7pm so best of luck to the girls and please support

U-12 Girls: The U-12 Girls play St. Mary’s this Saturday at 2.30pm in Carrick so best of luck to the girls and please support.

Niall Higgins Memorial Tournament: Thank you to everyone who helped make this year’s Niall Higgins Memorial Tournament a success. Thank you to the Higgins Family for their support. To the Teams who competed throughout the day Ballinameen/Elphin, St. Ronan’s/St. Michaels, St. Josephs, St. John’s and our own Allen Gaels U15 squad we appreciate all the effort you all put in. Thank you to all our volunteers who kept things rolling and our magnificent catering team who worked hard to keep everyone satisfied. Congratulations to St. Joseph’s winners of the Niall Higgins Memorial Shield and to St Ronan’s/St. Michaels the winners of the Niall Higgins Memorial Cup. Well done to our U15 Coaching Team and our Bord na nÓg representatives who worked very hard to organise this year’s tournament.

Reunion weekend: Allen Gaels reunion celebrating success in the 90s taking place this coming Saturday evening all welcome, not just panel members or management, executive etc and those who played on either side of the 96 97 successes. Meeting at the clubhouse at 5.30pm to watch Galway v Derry with tea and sandwiches at 7.15pm followed by the senior league game against Aughnasheelin at 8pm and afterwards entertainment in Conway’s Corner House.

An Tostal Festival: Well done to the An Tostal festival committee on running a fantastic festival over the weekend.

Sympathy: The club extends its deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Mick Lynch, Deffier who passed away at the weekend.

Monday, June 27th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot of €12,600 with the numbers 7-28-11-9 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Bridget Murray, John Gilmartin (Drumnafinla), Marie Casserly, Thomas Mulvey (Drumcoura) & Caroline Flynn. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €12,700. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Conway’s Corner House, Gala & Centra.

Senior Men: The senior lads return to league action this Friday evening as we host Gortletteragh at 7pm so best of luck to the lads and management and please support.

Junior Men: Our second team recorded a 1-16 to 1-6 victory over Aughawillan at the weekend which sees us qualify for a league final with a game to spare so well done to the team and management.

U-17 Boys: The U-17 lads get their campaign underway this evening (Wednesday) as we are at home to St. Brigid’s at 7pm so best of luck to the lads and management and please support.

U-13 Boys: The U-13 lads were defeated by a strong Manorhamilton team last week and now take on St. Marys in Carrick this Thursday evening at 6.30pm so best of luck to the lads and management and please support.

St. Francis Ladies: The St. Francis ladies begin their senior league campaign this coming Sunday morning as we take on Kiltubrid in Ballinaglaera at 11am so best of luck to the girls and management and please support.

Minor Girls: The minor ladies championship begins this week as the girls played Manorhamilton yesterday (Tuesday) evening so check facebook for result and they also take on Ballinamore this Thursday evening at home at 7pm so best of luck to the girls and management and please support.

U-12 Girls: The U-12 Girls began their campaign last Tuesday evening as they were defeated by Annaduff and took on Manorhamilton yesterday evening (Tuesday) and play Dromahair at home on Saturday at 1pm and are away to St. Mary’s next Tuesday evening in Carrick at 7pm so best of luck to the girls and please support.

Niall Higgins Memorial Tournament: The Niall Higgins memorial tournament takes place this Sunday in the park from 9am and if anyone is available to help out, please contact any of the U-15 team coaches.

Date for your diary: There will be a reunion for everyone involved in the 1996 & 1997 senior championship wins on Saturday July 9th. All players, management, mentors, committee members & supporters are welcome. More details in coming weeks.

Leitrim U-16 Girls: Best of luck to the Leitrim U-16 girls team who play Longford in the All Ireland semi final this evening (Wednesday) in Mullahoran Cavan at 7.30pm. Allen Gaels are represented on the team by Aoibheann McGowan & Brianna O’Donnell.

An Tostal Festival: The An Tostal festival returns this week beginning with drive in bingo tonight (Wednesday) at 8pm and events all weekend so best of luck to the committee and please support.

Sympathy: The club extends its deepest sympathies to Aideen Hopkins on the passing of her sister Kim McKenna who died in England recently may she rest in peace.

Monday, June 13th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot of €12,400 with the numbers 9-24-1-2 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Fergal McGourty, Sheila Flynn, Bridget Murray, Deborah Kehoe & Chloe McGarry. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €12,500. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Conway’s Corner House, Gala & Centra.

Registration: Dear members Allen Gaels GAA club registration for 2022 season is now overdue. Like last year we are using the GAA’s Foireann.ie portal. When registering we would like to encourage members to consider the membership pack 1 or pack 2 options which includes an Allen Gaels Annual Lotto ticket at a heavily discounted rate. With football competitions imminent please register ASAP. Any queries please phone Pauric Keane 086 8527875 or Alan Wynne 087 6824755.

Senior Men: The senior lads were defeated by Fenagh on a 2-13 to 2-11 scoreline in the league last weekend in a very entertaining game. We were without a number of key players but the team that played did perform very well, and the game could have gone either way. We are out again this weekend as we travel to take on Dromahair in Dromahair this Saturday evening at 7pm so best of luck to the lads and please support.

Junior Men: the second team received a walkover from Ballinamore last weekend and we take on Manorhamilton this Sunday afternoon at 2.30pm in Manorhamilton so best of luck to the lads and please support.

U-17 Regional: The u-17 regional team were defeated by Mohill in the regional final last Friday evening which concludes this competition, and we want to thank all the lads from Allen Gaels, Drumkeerin & Dromahair who made up the team and their coaches.

U-13 Boys: The U-13 lads begin their league campaign off this Friday evening as we take on Annaduff in Annaduff at 6.30pm so best of luck to the lads and management and please support.

Well done Ricki: Huge congratulations to Drumshanbo man Ricki Wynne who broke a world record while completing a mammoth task of running up and down Croagh Patrick 15 times on Saturday last in less than 24 hours. Ricki ran this event raising funds for Motor Neuron Disease and donations can still be made on his Facebook page

Inclusion & Disability Awareness Workshop in Drumshanbo: Leitrim Sports Partnership are hosting a free CARA Sports Inclusion & Disability Awareness workshop on Friday 17th of June starting at 7.30pm in Drumshanbo at Allen Gaels GAA Club. Please arrive at 7.15pm to sign in. For further information contact Michelle on mfanning@leitrimcoco.ie or Sharon from Allen Gaels Club 086 8353 661. This workshop supported by Sport Ireland is an awareness building workshop developed to help increase awareness around providing opportunities for people with disabilities to participate in sport, physical activity within a club, school, leisure, or recreational setting. Great workshop for any Parents, Carers, Coaches of any sport, SNAs, Teachers, potential Teachers. It is a practical workshop showing fun ways to include/introduce people of different abilities to sport in a way that suits the individual.

Monday, June 6th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot of €12,300 with the numbers 7-27-14-28 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Patricia & David O’Rourke, Raymond Duignan, Alana McKeon, Mary Barry & Caitlin & Anna Griffin C/O Laura McGovern. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €12,400. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Conway’s Corner House, Gala & Centra.

Senior Men: The senior lads are back in league action this coming Saturday evening as we are at home to Fenagh St. Cailins at 7pm so best of luck to the lads and management and please support.

Junior Men: the second team take on Ballinamore this Sunday afternoon in Ballinamore at 1pm so best of luck to the lads and please support.

U-17 Regional: The u-17 regional team have qualified for the regional final this coming Friday evening at 7pm in Pairc Sean against Mohill so best of luck to the team and management and please support.

U-14 Girls: The u-14 girls defeated Kiltubrid in the semi final last week and played Manorhamilton in the final on Monday evening last and sadly lost out but well done to the girls on getting to the final and all their commitments all year and also a big thank you to their coaches Stephen McWeeney, Patrick McManus & Annette Dowler.

Leitrim: sadly there was no joy for any of the Leitrim teams at the weekend as the u-17s were defeated by Roscommon in the shield final, the ladies were defeated by Offaly & the senior mens team were defeated in penalties to Sligo in the Tailteann cup quarter final.

Sympathy: The club would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the Kenny & Hanrahan families on the sad passing of Breedge Kenny last week. May she rest in peace.

Exams: Wishing all the boys & girls beginning their exams this week the very best of luck.

Monday, May 30th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot of €12,200 with the numbers 23-32-28-8 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Terri McGourty, Josephine McTigue, Kevin Thompson, Mary P. Gilhooly & Ann Lynch. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €12,300. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Conway’s Corner House, Gala & Centra.

Senior Men: The senior lads got their league campaign off to a good start with a 2-15 to 2-11 victory over Carrigallen on Sunday afternoon last. We now have a week off before playing Fenagh on June 11^th.

Junior Men: the second team take on Ballinamore this Sunday afternoon in Ballinamore at 1pm so best of luck to the lads and please support.

U-15: The u-15 division 1 team defeated St. Josephs in the semi final playoff on Friday evening last and sadly lost out to a very strong St. Mary’s team on Monday evening in the semi final. Focus now turns to the championship which begins in the next few weeks.

U-17 Regional: The u-17 regional team took on Sliabh an Iarainn Gaels yesterday (Tuesday) evening so check next weeks notes for result and play Eastern Gaels next Tuesday evening at 7pm in a venue TBC in their final group game.

U-14 Girls: The u-14 girls defeated St. Josephs last week and played Kiltubrid yesterday (Tuesday) evening in the semi final so check next week’s notes for result.

Leitrim: The Leitrim senior men defeated Antrim in the Tailteann cup first round game last weekend and now take on neighbours Sligo this Sunday in Pairc Sean at 3pm so best of luck to the team and management espically Allen Gaels own Kevie Lee & Alan Loftus. The ladies sadly lost out by a single point to Wicklow on Sunday last in Drumshanbo and now travel to Bretland Park in Clara to take on Offaly this Sunday at 2pm so best of luck to the ladies and management espically St. Francis own Michelle Monaghan & Ailish Cornyn. Also best of luck to the Leitrim U-17 lads who take on Roscommon in the shield final this coming Friday evening at 7pm in Hyde park.

Monday, May 23rd

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot of €12,100 with the numbers 16-11-32-8 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Mary Scollan Smith, Tom Scollan, Adrian Flood, Ciaran Thompson Glebe & Siobhain McGowan. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €12,200. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Conway’s Corner House, Gala & Centra.

Senior Men: The senior lads division 2 league campaign begins this weekend with an away game against Carrigallen in Carrigallen on Sunday at 1pm so best of luck to the lads and please support.

Junior Men: the second team had a good 14 points to 3 victory over Annaduff on Sunday afternoon last and have no game this weekend.

U-15: The u-15 division 1 team were defeated by Annaduff last week and now must wait on other results to see if they can make a semi final. The division 3 team were defeated by Melvin Gaels last weekend and completes their league campaign.

U-17 Regional: The u-17 regional team defeated MacDiarmada Gaels last week and received a walkover from Northern Gaels and play Sliabh an Iarain Gaels next Tuesday the 31^{st of} May at 7pm in a venue tbc.

U-14 Girls: The u-14 girls defeated Kiltubrid by 1 point last week and played St. Josephs yesterday (Tuesday) evening in their final group game so check next week’s notes for result.

Leitrim: The Leitrim senior men take on Antrim this Saturday afternoon in the Tailteann Cup in Avant money Pairc Sean MacDiarmada at 2pm. The ladies take on Wicklow in the All Ireland series as we host the game in Shane McGettigan Park on Sunday at 2pm so best of luck to both teams.

Leitrim Supporters Club: The annual supporters club draw tickets are now on sale and again we ask if anyone wants to purchase a ticket, please log on to leitrimsupportersclub.ie and select Allen Gaels from the list of clubs, alternatively the club has received an allocation of tickets and if you would like to purchase one, please contact any club officer.

Healthy Club: SafeTALK TRAINING Suicide Alertness For Everyone Talk ~ Act ~Listen – Keepsafe. A free informal training evening in Allen Gaels Clubhouse on this Thursday 26th May at 7pm. There are not always signs of suicidal thoughts but for times when there are this workshop helps make us aware of what to look for and also where to get help for someone who needs it. To book your place please call Sharon 086 8353 661 or Mary 086 102 0282

Sympathy: The club would like to extend its deepest sympathies to the family and friends of William (Bill) Bouley who sadly passed away at the weekend. May he rest in peace.

Confirmation: wishing the best of luck to all the Boys & Girls receiving their confirmation this weekend.

Monday, May 16th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot of €12,000 with the numbers 14-31-10-7 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Alexis Thompson Glebe, Margaret McTiernan, Maire Mulkerrin, Rita McGowan & Karen McManus. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €12,100. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Conway’s Corner House, Gala & Centra.

Senior Men: The senior lads defeated Drumkeerin last Saturday evening on a 3-8 to 1-9 scoreline. This now completes the spring league and focus will now turn to the league campaign which starts in a couple of weeks.

Junior Men: the second team are back out this weekend in the league as we take on Annaduff at home this Sunday afternoon at 1pm so best of luck to the lads and please support.

U-15: The u-15 division 1 team defeated Mac Diarmada Gaels last Thursday evening and they played Annaduff yesterday (Tuesday) evening so check next weeks notes for result in their final group game. The division 3 team were defeated by Rinn Gaels on Monday evening and play Melvin Gaels this Friday evening in Kinlough at 7pm so best of luck to the lads and please support.

U-17 Regional: The u-17 regional team were defeated by Mohill last week and played MacDiarmada Gaels yesterday (Tuesday) so check next weeks notes for result they also received a walkover from Northern Gaels and don’t play Sliabh an Iarain Gaels until Tuesday the 31^{st of} May at 7pm in a venue tbc.

U-14 Girls: The u-14 girls played Kiltubrid yesterday (Tuesday) evening so check next weeks notes for result and play St. Josephs next Tuesday away at 7pm so best of luck to the girls and management.

Leitrim: Well done to the Leitrim ladies team who won the Connacht Intermediate championship on Sunday last against Roscommon especially St. Francis own Michelle Monaghan & Ailish Cornyn.

National Club Draw: The annual national club draw tickets are available to purchase once again and are now available to purchase from any of the senior men’s team. The tickets are €10 each and there are various prizes including a brand new car so please support.

Healthy Club: SafeTALK TRAINING Suicide Alertness For Everyone Talk ~ Act ~Listen – Keepsafe. A free informal training evening in Allen Gaels Clubhouse on Thursday 26th May at 7pm. There are not always signs of suicidal thoughts but for times when there are this workshop helps make us aware of what to look for and also where to get help for someone who needs it. To book your place please call Sharon 086 8353 661 or Mary 086 102 0282

Sympathy: The club would like to extend its deepest sympathies to former senior team manager Enda Lyons and the Lyons family Carrigallen on the sad passing of his mother Monica last week. Also we express our deepest sympathies to referees Vincent & Dermot McMorrow, Manorhamilton on the sad passing of their mother Phil McMorrow recently. May they both rest in peace.

Monday, May 9th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot of €11,900 with the numbers 21-4-8-12 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Emmet O’Rourke, Margaret McTiernan, Marian Carty, Kevin Smith & Serena McCarthy. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €12,000. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Conway’s Corner House, Gala & Centra.

Senior Men: The senior lads take on Drumkeerin this Saturday evening in Drumkeerin at 7pm in the final group game so best of luck to the lads and please support.

Junior Men: the second team defeated Kiltubrid on Saturday evening last on a 1-17 to 9 points scoreline and we have no game this weekend.

U-15: The u-15 division 1 & division 3 teams were both defeated by Manorhamilton last week and the division 1 team play MacDiarmada Gaels this Thursday at 6.45pm while the division 3 team play Rinn Gaels also on Thursday evening at 8pm with both games at home so best of luck to the lads and please support.

U-17 Regional: The u-17 regional team played Mohill yesterday (Tuesday) evening so check next weeks notes for result and play MacDiarmada Gaels next Tuesday at 7pm in a venue tbc.

St. Francis ladies: the ladies were defeated by Ballinamore on Sunday morning last which completes their spring league and attention now turns to the league which starts in July.

U-14 Girls: The u-14 girls were defeated by Manorhamilton last week and played Dromahair yesterday (Tuesday) evening so check next weeks notes for result and play Kiltubrid next Tuesday at home at 7pm so best of luck to the girls and management.

Leitrim: Sadly no joy for the Leitrim seniors in Galway last weekend as the difference between division 1 and 4 was clear to be seen so attention now turns to the inaugural Tailteann Cup which takes place in a few weeks.

Healthy Club: the Allen Gaels healthy club program are hosting a SafeTALK training programme in the clubhouse on Thursday the 26^th of May at 7pm. Places are extremely limited so to book your place google safetalk training Leitrim and select Allen Gaels 26 May from the upcoming events or call Sharon on 0868353661 or Mary on 0861020282

Wedding Bells: The club would like to congratulate former senior player Sean McGourty and Roisin Donnellan who got married at the weekend.

Sympathy: The club would like to extend its deepest sympathies to the Heeran family on the sad passing of Delia Heron who passed away at the weekend, may she rest in peace.

Monday, May 2nd

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot of €11,800 with the numbers 27-17-32-24 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Bridgie Brogan, Emmet O’Rourke, Anthony McNulty, Amber McCarthy & Mary Barry. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €11900. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Conway’s Corner House, Gala & Centra.

Senior Men: The senior lads lost out to Kiltubrid last weekend losing out by 4 points on a 2-5 to 7 points scoreline. We have another week off now before playing Drumkeerin Saturday week.

Junior Men: the second team take on Kiltubrid this Saturday evening at home at 7pm so best of luck to the lads and please support.

U-15: The u-15 division 1 lads were defeated by St. Mary’s last week and now play this Manorhamilton Thursday in Manor at 6.45pm and the division 3 team were also defeated by the same opposition and also play Manorhamilton in Manor on Thursday evening next at 8pm so best of luck to the lads and management and please support.

U-17 Regional: The u-17 regional team defeated both Southern Gaels and St. Mary’s last week and now play Mohill Thursday week.

St. Francis ladies: the ladies take on Ballinamore this Sunday morning in Ballinamore at 11am so best of luck to the girls and please support.

U-14 Girls: The u-14 girls defeated St. Mary’s last week and played Manorhamilton yesterday (Tuesday) evening so check next weeks notes for result and play Dromahair next Tuesday at home at 7pm so best of luck to the girls and management.

Leitrim: best of luck to the Leitrim senior men who take on Galway in the Connacht semi final this Sunday in Salthill especially our own Kevie Lee & Alan Loftus

First Holy Communion: Congratulations to all the Boys & Girls who received their first holy communion last weekend in Drumshanbo

Monday, April 25th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot of €11,700 with the numbers 7-1-6-17 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Declan Keville, Terrie Gray, Patricia Gallagher, Martin Conlon & Geraldine Heeran. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €11,800. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Conway’s Corner House, Gala & Centra.

Senior Men: The senior lads had a hard fought single point victory over Dromahair at the weekend winning on a 3-6 to 1-11 scoreline. We now play neighbours Kiltubrid this coming Saturday evening at 7 in Kiltubrid so best of luck to the lads and management and please support.

Junior Men: the second team received a walkover victory from Leitrim Gaels on Sunday and have no game this weekend.

U-13: The u-13 lads defeated St. Francis of Longford in the cross border league final last Tuesday in a fantastic team performance so well done to the lads and management.

U-15: The u-15 division 1 lads defeated St. Josephs last week in their league opener and now play St. Mary’s this Thursday at home at 6.45pm and the division 3 team take on the same opposition in Carrick on Monday evening next at 8pm so best of luck to the lads and management and please support.

U-17 Regional: The u-17 regional competition begins this week and Lough Allen Gaels took on Southern Gaels yesterday (Tuesday) evening so check next weeks notes for result. They also take on St. Mary’s next Tuesday evening.

St. Francis ladies: the ladies lost out to Dromahair on Sunday morning last and have no game this weekend.

U-14 Girls: The u-14 girls took on St. Mary’s yesterday (Tuesday) evening so check next weeks notes for result and play Manorhamilton next Tuesday at home at 7pm so best of luck to the girls and management.

Healthy Club: Allen Gaels is now taking part in the GAA’s Healthy Club initiative. The Healthy Club project aims to help our club explore how we can support the holistic health of our members and our local community by providing opportunities to develop their physical, social, emotional, and physiological health. To do this effectively we want people to join our Healthy Club Project Team, no professional expertise or previous volunteering experience is needed, all we need is enthusiasm and interest. If you would like to get involved in this important project, please contact Sharon Mc Gourty at 0868353661 #HealthyClubs #WhereWeAllBelong

Sympathies: The club would like to extend its deepest sympathies to the family & friends of Rosie Curry who passed away recently, may she rest in peace.

Monday, April 18th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot of €11,600 with the numbers 10-21-18-5 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Brian Moran, Christiane Gunning, Colleen Blessing, Sean Mulvey & Frances McManus. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €11,700. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Gala & Centra.

Registration: Dear members Allen Gaels GAA club registration for 2022 season is now open. Like last year we are using the GAA’s Foireann.ie portal. When registering we would like to encourage members to consider the membership pack 1 or pack 2 options which includes an Allen Gaels Annual Lotto ticket at a heavily discounted rate. With football competitions imminent please register ASAP. Any queries please phone Pauric Keane 086 8527875 or Alan Wynne 087 6824755.

Senior Men: The senior lads play Dromahair this Saturday evening at 7pm at home in the 3^rd round of the spring league so best of luck to the lads and management and please come out and support.

Junior Men: the second team begin their league campaign this coming Sunday afternoon as we travel to take on Leitrim Gaels at 1pm. Best of luck to the lads and management and please support.

U-13: The u-13 lads took on St. Francis pf Longford in the cross border league final yesterday (Tuesday) evening so check next week’s notes for result.

U-15: The u-15 lads begin their league campaign this Thursday evening in Aughavas as we take on St. Josephs at 7pm so best of luck to the lads and management and please support.

St. Francis ladies: the ladies return to spring league action this Sunday morning as they take on Dromahair at home at 11am so best of luck to the girls and management and please support.

Leitrim: well done to the Leitrim senior men’s team who picked up a hard fought 4 point victory against London in Ruislip in the Connacht championship on Sunday last especially Allen Gaels Alan Loftus & Kevin Lee. Sadly, the U-20 team came up just short against Mayo last week losing out by a single point but well done to the team on their efforts especially our own Conor Flood & Cathal McGourty.

Leitrim ladies: well done to the Leitrim ladies seniors especially St. Francis own Michelle Monaghan & Ailish Cornyn who began their championship campaign with a brilliant victory against Roscommon on Friday last

Sympathies: The club would like to extend its deepest sympathies to Mickey Clerkin on the death of his brother in law John Mc Cague in Monaghan & to Cyril Mulvey on the death of his sister Bernadette Kearney in Carrick last week, may they both rest in peace

Monday, April 11th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot of €11,500 with the numbers 31-18-16-5 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Margaret McPartland, Ann Duffy, Owen Kane, Bernadette McLoughlin & Brian Dolan. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €11,600. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Gala & Centra.

Senior Men: The senior team kept up their winning ways with a comprehensive 3-20 to 1-7 victory over a weakened Glenfarne team. There is now another2 week break before we play Dromahair at home on the 23^rd of April.

U-19 Boys: The St. Francis U-19 lads defeated St. Mary’s on Sunday afternoon last to win the first ever u-19 competition on a10 points to 6 scoreline. Well done to the lads and management team of Farrell McKeon, Enda Gilrane, Stephen Tiernan & Kevin Canning and hopefully it is the first of a host of silverware for 2022 for the club.

Leitrim: a busy week for Leitrim teams in championship action as first the U-20s take on Mayo this evening (Wednesday) in the Connacht championship semi final at 6.30pm in Avant money Pairc Sean MacDiarmada so best of luck to the team especially Allen Gaels own Cathal McGourty & Connor Flood. Then on Sunday the senior team travel to Ruislip to take on London in the first round of the senior championship at 2.30pm so best of luck to the team and management and safe travelling to all.

Easter: we would like to wish everyone involved with Allen Gaels a happy and safe Easter weekend.

Monday, April 4th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot of €11,400 with the numbers 15-11-21-13 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Jim Joe Flynn, Pius Earley, Geraldine Heeran, Bernice Campbell & Cabrini Nolan. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €11,500. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Gala & Centra.

Senior Men: The senior team return to spring league action this coming Saturday evening as we are at home to Glenfarne at 7pm so best of luck to the lads and management and please support.

U-19 Boys: The St. Francis U-19 lads defeated Melvin Gaels on Sunday morning last and have now qualified for the final where we will play St. Mary’s this Sunday at 1pm in Drumshanbo so best of luck to the lads and management team of Farrell McKeon, Enda Gilrane, Stephen Tiernan & Kevin Canning and please come out to support the lads.

St. Francis Ladies: The ladies lost out to Manorhamilton on Sunday morning last and now play Dromahair this Sunday morning at home at 11am so best of luck to the girls and please support.

U-13 Boys: Last Sunday evening the U13 boys had their awards evening in the mayflower for the winning championship teams Division 2 2020 champions and Division 1 2021 champions. Leitrim senior team manager Andy Moran presented medals and player of the year awards. The club would like to thank Andy Moran for giving up so generously his time and the club wish Andy and his team the best of luck in the upcoming championship again London. Thanks to all who helped out on a great evening.

Monday, March 28th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot of €11,300 with the numbers 1-29-5-20 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Conal Gilhooly, Owen Kane, Natasha Harrigan, Aoife Grier & Aideen Kane. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €11,400. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Gala & Centra.

Senior Men: The senior team began the 2022 spring league campaign with a hard fought 2 point win over Bornacoola on Saturday evening in Dromod winning on a scoreline of 2-9 to 1-14. Well done to the lads especially Ciaran McMorrow & Jake Tobin who made their senior team debuts with impressive performances and to the new management team of Farrell McKeon, Stephen Tiernan & Kevin Canning. They have no game this weekend.

U-19 Boys: The St. Francis U-19 lads defeated St. Marys on a 4-12 to 1-15 scoreline on Sunday morning last in Ballinaglaera and they now play Melvin Gaels at home this Sunday at 1pm so best of luck to the lads and management.

U-13 Boys: The u-13 lads were defeated by St. Francis from Longford on Sunday morning last and have received a walkover from Clonbroney for this weekend which completes the group fixtures, and we must wait on other results to see how our progress goes.

St. Francis Ladies: The ladies return to action this Sunday at 11am with a home game against Manorhamilton so best of luck to the girls and management and please support.

Leitrim: The Leitrim men’s team suffered defeat to Sligo on Sunday last in the final league game and sadly due to other results promotion wasn’t gained. Attention now turns to the championship and a fixture with London in Ruislip on Easter Sunday so best of luck to all concerned especially Allen Gaels own Alan Loftus & Kevin Lee.

Healthy Club: Allen Gaels is now taking part in the GAA’s Healthy Club initiative. The Healthy Club project aims to help our club explore how we can support the holistic health of our members and our local community by providing opportunities to develop their physical, social, emotional and physiological health. To do this effectively we want people to join our Healthy Club Project Team, no professional expertise or previous volunteering experience is needed, all we need is enthusiasm and interest. If you would like to get involved in this important project, please contact Sharon Mc Gourty at 0868353661 #HealthyClubs #WhereWeAllBelong

Drumshanbo AC: Calling all ladies!! Do you want to be part of the 40th Women’s Mini Marathon? Drumshanbo AC are delighted to offer training so that you can participate in and complete this special race – at your own pace either walking, jogging or a combination of both! Meet others and make the most of these longer evenings. Join us this Thursday the 31st of March at The Mayflower car park at 7.30pm to begin your journey. Cost €20 for the ten weeks. Contact Ita (087 2141390), Claire (087 2265445) or Catherine (087 6332269) for details on how to register. Make WMM 2022 a day to remember for all of us!

Sympathy: The club would like to express its deepest sympathies to the Egan family on the death of Maurice Egan in Manchester recently. May he rest in peace

Safe travels: We would like to wish former Leitrim & Allen Gaels No.1 Diarmaid McKiernan the very best of luck on his travels as he heads off to Australia this week.

Climb with Charlie: The Tony McGowan run committee in association with Drumshanbo AC, An Tostal & Gibbons Centra are hosting a fundraising 10km walk in aid of the national Climb with Charlie this Saturday the 2^nd of April at 10am starting at St. Patricks church carpark. There will be a donation box on the day or a link on the Tony McGowan run facebook page to make online donations. All funds raised on the day will be going towards Pieta House & Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association. Please come out and support.

Monday, March 21st

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot of €11,200 with the numbers 27-19-25-7drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Clodagh Curran, Paul McGowan, Fran Curran, Cyril McKeon & Sandra Gunning. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €11,300. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Gala & Centra.

Senior Men: The senior team begin their campaign this Saturday evening at 5.30pm away to Bornacoola in Dromod in the Spring league so best of luck to the lads and management team of Farrell McKeon, Stephen Tiernan & Kevin Canning.

U-19 Boys: The St. Francis U-19 lads defeated Mac Diarmada Gaels on Sunday last on a 1-9 to 6 points scoreline and now play St. Mary’s on Tuesday evening next at 6.30pm in Carrick so best of luck to the lads and management.

U-13 Boys: The u-13 lads received a walkover from St. Colmcille’s and defeated Leitrim Gaels on Sunday morning last and now play St. Francis at home this Sunday at 11am so best of luck to the lads.

St. Francis Ladies: The ladies lost out by a goal to St. Josephs last weekend in their first outing of 2022 and have no game this weekend

Leitrim: The Leitrim men’s team had another brilliant victory over Wexford on Sunday last and now play Sligo this Sunday in Sligo at 2pm so best of luck to the team and management. The Leitrim ladies lost out in their league semi final in extra time to Offaly on Sunday last so hard luck to all involved especially St. Francis own Ailish Cornyn & Michelle Monaghan.

Wedding Bells: The club sends massive congratulations to Leo Logan & Annmarie Keegan who tied the knot in Aughavas at the weekend.

Engagement: The club would like to congratulate Niall Beirne & Blaithin Nangle who announced their engagement at the weekend.

Club Meeting: Allen Gaels club monthly meeting takes place this Thursday night at 8pm in the clubhouse. All club members are asked to attend.

Drumshanbo AC: Calling all ladies!! Do you want to be part of the 40th Women’s Mini Marathon? Drumshanbo AC are delighted to offer training so that you can participate in and complete this special race – at your own pace either walking, jogging or a combination of both! Meet others and make the most of these longer evenings. Join us on Thursday the 31st of March at The Mayflower car park at 7.30pm to begin your journey. Cost €20 for the ten weeks. Contact Ita(087 2141390), Claire(087 2265445) or Catherine (087 6332269) for details on how to register. Make WMM 2022 a day to remember for all of us!

Monday, March 14th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot of €11,100 with the numbers 11-7-21-10 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Bridget Murray, Desmond Doyle, Gareth Smith, Martin Raftery & Martin McGowan. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €11,200. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Gala & Centra.

U-19 Boys: The St. Francis U-19 lads game was called off at the weekend and they now play MacDiarmada Gaels this Sunday at home at 12pm so best of luck to the lads and management.

U-13 Boys: The u-13 lads lost out to MacDiarmada Gaels last weekend and now play St. Colmcille’s this Friday morning at home at 11am so best of luck to the lads and management.

St. Francis Ladies: The ladies begin the defence of their Spring league this Sunday morning with an away game against St. Josephs at 11am so best of luck to the girls and new manager Michael Bohan.

Leitrim: The Leitrim men’s team had another brilliant away victory over Carlow on Sunday last and now play Wexford this Sunday in Pairc Sean at 2pm so best of luck to the team and management. The Leitrim U-14 ladies played Galway & Mayo at the weekend in Ballyhaunis representing Allen Gaels were Clara Fee, Abbey McGourty, Ellen McGowan & Ruby Mai Keane so well done to all. Finally, the Leitrim minor ladies played Mayo on Sunday last in Annaduff in the first round of the championship Allen Gaels were represented by Lauren McKeon.

Sympathies: The club would like to extend its deepest sympathies to the McTiernan family Mahanagh on the death of Mary’s Brother William Murphy who passed away recently, may he rest in peace.

St. Patricks Day Parade: the St. Patricks day parade returns to Drumshanbo after 2 years without any this year and will take place at 4pm. If anyone would like to enter a float, please contact Battie Gibbons

Lá Fhéile Pádraig: ba mhaith linn Lá Fhéile Pádraig an-sásta agus síochánta a ghuí ar ár n-imreoirí, baill, lucht tacaíochta, urraitheoirí, teaghlaigh cóitseálaithe & cairde.

Monday, March 7th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot of €11,000 with the numbers 5-2-15-21drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Susan O’Donoghue, Marie Casserly, Olive English, Patricia McDermott & Brenda Griffin. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €11,100. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Gala & Centra.

Registration: Dear members Allen Gaels GAA club registration for 2022 season is now open. Like last year we are using the GAA’s Foireann.ie portal. When registering we would like to encourage members to consider the membership pack 1 or pack2 options which includes an Allen Gaels Annual Lotto ticket at a heavily discounted rate. With football competitions imminent please register ASAP. Any queries please phone Pauric Keane 086 8527875 or Alan Wynne 087 6824755.

U-19 Boys: The St. Francis U-19 lads had a brilliant win over St. Manachans on Sunday last and now play St. Marys this Sunday in Carrick at 12 noon so best of luck to the lads and management.

U-13 Boys: The u-13 lads begin their cross border league this Sunday at 12 noon in Ballinamore against Mac Diarmada Gaels so best of luck to the lads and management and please support.

Leitrim: The Leitrim men’s team return to league action this weekend as they travel to take on Carlow on Sunday at 2pm so best of luck to all involved. The U-20 had some disappointing results in the Philly McGuinness league and concludes their interest and focus will now turn to the championship in a few weeks. The Ladies team drew with Antrim at the weekend and have now qualified for the league semi final against Offaly at the end of the month so well done to all involved.

Sympathies: The club would like to extend its deepest sympathies to the Prior & McCormack family on the death of Rhona Prior at the weekend may she rest in peace.

Monday, February 28th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot of €10,900 with the numbers 14-32-24-18 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Phil McGowan, Margaret McPartland, Cyril McKeon, Terry McGovern & Martin Raftery. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €11,000. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Gala & Centra.

U-19 Boys: The St. Francis U-19 lads received a walkover from Manorhamilton last weekend and now travel to Mohill this Sunday at 12 noon to take on St. Manachans so best of luck to the lads and management and please support.

Leitrim: The Leitrim seniors had a good win over Waterford on Sunday last and now have another break before they play Carlow Sunday week. The U-20s were defeated by Longford and took on Fermanagh int the rescheduled game and play Sligo on Saturday at 12 in Cloonacool so best of luck to the team and management espically our own Conor Flood & Cathal McGourty. The ladies team have qualified for the league semi final and play Antrim this Sunday at 2pm in a venue tbc so best of luck to the team and management espically St. Francis reps Michelle Monaghan & Ailish Cornyn.

Sympathies: The club would like to extend its deepest sympathies to the Smyth family on the death of Michaels brother John in Down recently, may he rest in peace.

Monday, February 21st

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot of €10,800 with the numbers 27-12-11-24 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Conor O’Brien, Maureen Egan, Anthony McNulty, John Nolan & Ashling Christie. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €10,900. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Gala & Centra.

U-19 Boys: The St. Francis U-19 lads gets the competitive action underway for 2022 this weekend as they take on Manorhamilton on Sunday at 12 noon at home in Drumshanbo so best of luck to the lads and management and please support.

Leitrim: The Leitrim seniors suffered a disappointing 2 point defeat to London in awful conditions in the Connacht centre of excellence on Sunday last. They now travel to Dungarvan this Sunday to take on Waterford at 2pm so best of luck to all involved. The U-20s game against Fermanagh fell victim to the weather and they now take on Longford this Saturday at 2pm in Glennon Brothers Pearse Park so best of luck especially to Conor Flood, Cathal McGourty and all the team and management. The Ladies had another good result defeating Derry in Derry by five points. They now have a break before playing Antrim in 2 weeks.

Engagement: Congratulations to Connor Tiernan & Ciara McTigue who announced their engagement recently. We wish the happy couple many happy years together.

Sympathies: The club would like to extend its deepest sympathies to the Gilhooly family, Drumduff on the death of Mary’s uncle John Hughes recently, to the family and friends of Dennis Burns formerly Drumshanbo and also to the family and friends of Eamon Price also formerly from Drumshanbo, may they all rest in peace.

Monday, February 14th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot of €10,700 with the numbers 27-32-25-29 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Raymond Christie, Damien McCabe, Maretta Flynn, Shane Connaire & Kevin Nolan. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €10,800. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Gala & Centra.

Tony McGowan Run: Well done to the Tony McGowan run committee on another extremely successful event held last Sunday. It was brilliant to see so many people around the town again and a brilliant sense of community involvement. Plans are already in place for 2023.

Scór na nÓg: The Leitrim Scór na nÓg finals will take place on the 11th/12th/13th March. Any under 18 club members interested in taking part are invited to come to the Allen Gaels club house Sunday 20th February at 6pm. Dancers, singers, musicians, actors, quiz enthusiasts all needed. Support and guidance for entries will be provided. Any queries please contact Laura 0866020633.

Leitrim: The Leitrim seniors return to league action this coming Sunday as they take on London in Pairc Sean at 12pm so best of luck to the team and management. The ladies got their league campaign off to a perfect start defeating Fermanagh on a 4-18 to 1-6 scoreline. St. Francis were represented on the team by Michelle Monaghan and Ailish Cornyn and they now take on Derry in Derry next Sunday at 2pm so best of luck to all involved again.

My life GAA challenge: My life every step counts challenge has begun again, and Allen Gaels are registered to take part and we would like to get as many members signed up. More information on the club Facebook page.

Club Meeting: The first club meeting of 2022 takes place tonight Wednesday night the 16^th at 8pm in the clubhouse. Please follow covid regulations.

Sympathies: The club would like to extend its deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Oswald Lynch, Arigna, Edmond Doyle, Drumcong & Francis Heron who passed away last week. May they rest in peace

Engagement: Congratulations to Conor Tiernan and Ciara McTigue who announced their Engagement at the weekend.

Monday, February 7th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot of €10,600 with the numbers 6-17-5-9 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Maureen Egan, Ciaran McMorrow, Stephen Tiernan, Donal Logan & Patricia McDermott. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €10,700. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Gala & Centra.

Leitrim: The Leitrim seniors had a brilliant win in Semple stadium on Sunday last against Tipperary winning on a 2-16 to 2-8 scoreline. There is now a week’s break before they play London in Carrick Sunday week.

My life GAA challenge: The my life every step counts challenge has begun again, and Allen Gaels are registered to take part and we would like to get as many members signed up. More information on the club Facebook page.

Sympathies: The club would like to extend its deepest sympathies to the Raftery family on the passing of Margaret’s Brother Michael Costello recently and to the O’Connor family on the passing of Mary recently also. May they both rest in peace.

Monday, January 31st

Shane McWeeney: The Club and indeed the wider community was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Shane McWeeney on January 26th last at the age of 85. Shane was a serving Club President and former chairman, as well as a dedicated supporter. Shane was a key figure in the re-emergence of Allen Gaels in the 1980’s when he served in a variety of positions including chairman. He was an excellent organiser and once he committed to something you could be certain it would be carried out to the highest standard. This was particularly the case in fundraising and whether it was the duck derby, race night or dinner dance Shane was there. His sons Gareth, Stephen and Kieran were all key members of championship winning teams through the 1990’s and early 2000’s and this was a source of great pride for Shane who enjoyed that period of success immensely. More recently, he revelled in Gareth’s sons’ achievements with Meath U-17’s, Andrew winning the 2020 Leinster title and Conor going a step further winning the 2021 All Ireland. The Club performed a guard of honour at the funeral on Saturday and were joined by Shane’s former colleagues from Lairds, where he worked for more than 30 years and members of the St. Vincent de Paul, to which Shane gave over 50 years’ service. His was a life characterised by family, faith and hard work. To his wife, Elsie, and to Donal, Gareth, Stephen, Brendan and Kieran, and the wider Family plus a large circle of neighbours and friends, we extend our deepest sympathy. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam dilis.

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot of €10,500 with the numbers 11-10-19-17 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Carmel Blessing, John Gilmartin, Noel & Bridget Murray, Phyllis Moran & Annie McManus. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €10,600. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Gala & Centra.

Leitrim: Sadly no joy for Leitrim at the weekend as they lost out to Cavan by 4 points in tough conditions. They now travel to Thurles this Sunday to take on Tipperary at 2pm so best of luck to the team and management.

Monday, January 24th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot of €10,400 with the numbers 27-18-21-29 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Siobhan McGowan, Maretta Flynn, Niall Scollan, Bernie Barry & Declan Lynch. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €10,500. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Gala & Centra.

Leitrim: Best of luck to the Leitrim senior men’s team and management as they begin their league campaign off with a home game in Avantmoney Pairc Sean this Sunday against Cavan at 2pm.

Monday, January 17th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot of €10,300 with the numbers 17-2-24-32 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Kevin McGourty, Anna O’Donnell, Deborah Kehoe, Patricia Gallagher & Sarah Walsh. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €10,400. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Gala & Centra.

Senior Men: We are delighted to announce that Stephen Tiernan has joined the management panel as selector for the year ahead with Kevin Canning & Farrell McKeon. Again, we wish all the lads the best of luck for the year ahead.

Sympathy: The club extends its deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Noel Mulvey who passed away last week the Cullen family on the death of Patsy last week and to the family and friends of Ashling Murphy, Tullamore who tragically died last week also. May they all rest in peace.

Monday, January 10th

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot of €10,200 with the numbers 13-24-29-31 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Geraldine Cornyn, Dawn Harte, John O’Dowd, Molly Regan & Noreen Colreavy. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €10,300. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Gala & Centra.

Senior Men: Following last week’s club meeting club member Farrell Mc Keon has been ratified as manager of the intermediate and junior teams. Farrell will be joined by another club member Kevin Canning as selector. Farrell is seeking another selector and if anyone would like to get involved, please contact Farrell 0873340115. We wish Farrell and Kevin all the best with their endeavours for the season ahead.

Monday, January 3rd

Lotto Results: There was no winner of this week’s lotto jackpot of €10,100 with the numbers 20-26-31-25 drawn out. The five winners of €20 are: Donnacha Lynch, Rose Canning, Olive English, Francis Boylan & Damien McCabe. Next week’s jackpot now stands at €10,200. Lucky dip winners can now collect their winnings from Gibbons Centra every Thursday. Thank you to all who purchased tickets, for every €2 you spend you are helping to raise vital funds to finance the club. The envelopes are also now available in Gala & Centra.

New Year: We would like to wish all our club officers, members, players, coaches, supporters & sponsors a happy new year and hopefully more success on the field for all our teams in 2022. Also, a big thank you to John Connolly, Willie Donnellan and all at the Leitrim Observer for everything in 2021 and also to Ocean FM, Shannonside FM and Breifne Earley and all his team who have covered all our senior games this year in both men’s and ladies’ championships.

New Born: The club would like to congratulate James & Ciara Flynn on the birth of the new baby boy Finín over the new year period. We now look forward to Finín wearing the blue and white in years to come.

Leitrim: hard luck to the Leitrim seniors who began the new year off with a defeat to Sligo in the FBD league in a historic occasion in the new dome in Ballyhaunis last Monday. All attention now turns towards the start of the national league campaign with a home game against Cavan on the 30^th of January.

WALK IN Covid Booster Clinic : at Drumshanbo Health Centre on Wednesday 5th Jan from 1 p.m. -4 p.m. (Age 30-60) and Saturday 8th January from 9a.m.—4 p.m. (16 years upwards)