Bornacoola GAA Club News

News 31 - 05 - 10

2010-06-03T22:23:00.001+01:00

Division 3
An under strength Division 3 team kept up their push for promotion when overcoming Allen Gaels in Dromod on Saturday last. A goal in each half proved vital proved vital for the Bors and with two games remaining – against Drumkeerin and Annaduff – two wins will be enough to ensure promotion to Division 2 for the first time ever.

U-16 League
The U-16 team played Gortletteragh on Friday evening last in Cornageeha and were beaten on a scoreline of 1-13 to 1-8.

Golf Classic
Our thanks to all who took part in a particularly successful Golf Classic held in Carrick on Shannon Golf Club on Saturday last and also to those who sponsored tee’s and prizes on the day. The course as always was in excellent condition. A special word of praise for Micheal Mc Gowan and his team who put in an incredible amount of work over the past couple of months. Míle buíochas daoibh go léir.
Winners were as follows:
1st: T. Hayes: P. Meehan: D. Carroll: D. Herron (Sligo) 98pts;
2nd Pat & Andy Connellan: Pat & Gerry King (Kilglass GAA) 94 pts,
3rd J. Plunkett, D. Maguire, M. Donoghue, D Gannon (Finea) 94 pts,
4th P. Purcell, N. Dunne, M .Farrell & B. Murray (Feargal McKeon’s team) 94 pts,
5th M. McGowan, B. Hogan, G. O'Brien & P. Murphy 90 pts,
6th J. Flynn. J. Murray, J. Martin, O. Curran 89 pts,
7th F. Moran: J. Muldowney: G. Taylor: M. Heffernan 89 pts,
8th S. Feeney: P. McGowan J. McDowell: O. Gillen (Sligo) 88 pts,
9th H. Faughnan, P. Mulligan, V. O'Callaghan & J. Smyth 87 pts,
10th N. McPartland: K P .Kilrane: K. Doherty: J. Bruen 87 pts and C & R Notley, W. Predergast & Dave Donovan 86 pts

Brendan Stenson R.I.P
The sympathies of the Club are extended to the Stenson family in Clonturk on the passing of Brendan last week. Brendan played football for Bornacoola, winning a county minor championship medal when he lined out at corner back for the club in the 1948 final victory and indeed his sons also turned out regularly in the Bornacoola colours. He was also a noted handballer and musician. To his wife Maureen and children Mary Brigid, Francis, Michael Patrick, and Tommy Joe and to his extended family we extend our deepest sympathies.

Club Draw
The Club Draw for May takes place in Cox’ of Dromod on Saturday night next with music by Enda Beirne.

New Arrival
Congratulations to Joe and Liz Hanley, Cloonturk on the birth of their fist baby, Michael Francis during the week.

Birthday Celebrations
Congratulations to Bornacoola footballer Declan Shanley who celebrated his 21st in the Copper Still on Saturday night last.

Bank Holiday Fixtures
A busy weekend ahead for all of Bornacoola’s adult teams. On Saturday evening the Senior team travel to Eslin for a 7pm throw-in in the Shield, on Sunday the Junior A team face Drumkeerin in Drumkeerin at 2.30pm in their penultimate Division 3 league game and on Monday the Junior C team host St Marys in Dromod at 3pm in Division 5.

News 24 - 05 - 10

2010-06-03T22:21:00.001+01:00

Golf Classic
Carrick on Shannon Golf Club is the venue for Bornacoola’s bi-annual Golf classic this Saturday. The action gets underway at 8am. Cost of entry is €240 per team and for that you get a round of golf on the challenging course as well as lunch. The main organizer as always is our own golf supreme Micheál Mc Gowan – if you are interested in entering a team or indeed want to get on a team you can contact Micheál at 086 2561023 . Tee sponsorship is also available at €100. Best of luck to all involved.

Senior Shield
The Bornacoola Senior team maintained their unbeaten start to the year with a comfortable victory over a weakened Sean O Heslins in the Shield in Dromod on Saturday last. Leading by 0-8 to 0-2 at half time, a well worked goal finished to the net by Jonathan Duffy sealed the points as the Bors ran out 1-13 to 0-4 winners. Team and scorers: Feargal Mc Gill, Niall Mc Gowan, Conor Mc Cauley, Jason Conroy, John Mc Guinness, Morgan Shanley, David Mulligan, Gary Mc Closkey (0-1), Michael Duignan (0-2), Jonathan Duffy (1-1), Trevor Howard, Declan Shanley (0-2), Mark Mc Closkey (0-4), John Bohan (0-1) and Damian Moran (0-2). Subs: Feargal Howard, Ollie Vaughan, Paul Hackett

Ladies 9-a-side
The Ladies recorded their first victory of the season with a win over Fenagh on Friday evening last.

Division 3
The Junior A team kept themselves in contention for promotion with a fine victory over Mohill in Dromod on Sunday morning last. A first half goal blitz which saw Aidan Reilly, Damian Moran (from the penalty spot) and Declan Shanley (twice) find the back of the Mohill net was the platform for this win as Bornacoola built on their early dominance to finish 4-9 to 1-7 winners.
Team and scorers Dara Gavigan, John Reynolds, Seamus Mallon, Brian Reilly, Mervyn Howard, Shane Conroy, David Mulligan, Damian Moran (1-3), Trevor Howard (0-1), Declan Shanley (2-0), Jonahan Duffy (0-1), Niall Mc Gowan, Ollie Vaughan (0-1), Fergal Howard (0-1) and Aidan Reilly (1-0), Subs: Alan Croghan, Anthony Mulligan (0-1), Feargal Mc Gill, Roy Keenan. Next game is this Saturday evening at 7pm v Allen Gaels in Dromod.

Division 5
The Junior C team played Mohill on Sunday afternoon last and missing a number of regular starters left too high a mountain to climb as the visitors took the spoils on a final score of 1-11 to 0-5.
Team on duty was Dara Gavigan, David Faughnan, Brian Reilly, Tony Bohan, Roy Keenan, Brendan Duignan, Anthony Mulligan, Gerry Gearty, Alan Croghan, Conor Mc Weeney, Ollie Vaughan, Daniel Farrell, Anthony Mulligan, Ollie Mc Brearty, Jackie Conboy, Sub Alan Bohan. No game this weekend in Division 5.

New Addition
All at the club send their congratulations to former player Derek “Digger” Duignan (son of Seamus and Teresa) and his wife Renea on the birth of their first child – Jed Feidhlim Duignan – in Sydney last week.

U-16 League
The U-16’s played Leitrim Gaels in Dromod on Friday last and despite leading for long spells of the game, lost their discipline to some degree and ended up on the wrong side of a 3-8 to 3-3 scoreline. Their next game is this Friday evening in Gortletteragh at 7pm.

U-12 Blitz
The U-12’s will travel to Carrigallen this Wednesday evening to participate in the first blitz of the year and the action will get underway at 7pm.

Scéal Liatroma
Copies of the excellent Scéal Liatroma (a review of the last 25 years of the GAA in Leitrim) are currently available from Club Secretary Shane Reynolds at the reduced price of Eur10 if you are interested in purchasing a copy.

News 17 - 05 - 10

2010-06-03T22:19:00.001+01:00

Division 3 League
The Junior A team traveled to Kiltubrid on Friday night last to play the home side under their impressive new lights. In a fast moving game, Bornacoola led from the start and continued their impressive form at this level with a 0-12 to 0-8 victory. The team on duty was: Dara Gavigan, John Reynolds, Seamus Mallon, Brian Reilly, David Mulligan, Paul Hackett, Mervyn Howard, Trevor Howard, Damian Moran, Jonathan Duffy, Declan Shanley, Niall Mc Gowan, Ollie Vaughan, Feargal Howard and Aidan Reilly. Subs used: John Bohan, Alan Croghan

U-14 Girls
Our under 14 girls had their second game in Dromod on Tuesday last and came away with a victory over a gallant Kiltubrid team.

Division 5
The Division 5 team played Cloone in Dromod on Sunday afternoon last. A second half goal from Aidan Reilly put the Bors five points clear and they looked on course for victory. However, two injury time goals for the visitors ensured a Cloone victory on a scoreline of 2-9 to 1-8.
The Bornacoola team was Dara Gavigan, Tony Bohan, Brian Reilly, John Shanley, Paul Hackett, Brendan Duignan, David Mulligan, Ollie Vaughan, Alan Croghan, Roy Keenan, John Bohan, Anthony Mulligan, Jackie Conboy, Ollie Mc Brearty and Aidan Reilly. Sub used: Gerry Gearty.

Senior Ladies
Bornacoola Ladies played their second 9-a-side League match against Drumkeerin in Dromod on Sunday last. The girls held a 0-7 to 0-3 interval lead and built on this advantage to lead 2-11 to 0-6 with time running out. However the visitors struck with a scoring blitz and recorded 4-1 without reply to steal victory in the closing minutes. The girls play Fenagh in their final 9-a-side game on this Friday evening in Fenagh at 8pm.
On duty at last Sunday's game were Susan Shanley, Rachel Duignan, Naomi Faughnan, Maeve Duffy, Jillian Duignan, Charlotte Faughnan, Leonie Duffy, Kelly Howard, Fiona Reilly, Sarah Duffy, Nadine Hackett, Louise Farrell, Sheena Faughnan, Aine Faughnan, Cora McCauley, Niamh Reynolds, Michelle O Beirne and Tanya Donnelly.

Golf Classic
Preparations for the Golf Classic are now in full swing. It takes place on Saturday week, May 29th in Carrick-on-Shannon Golf Club. If you haven’t already entered a team or sponsored a tee, give a call to Micheal Mc Gowan on 086 2561023.and he’ll sort you out. It will cost Eur240 to enter a team of four and there will be a host of attractive prizes on offer. Tee Sponsorship is available at a cost of Eur100.

U-16 League
St Osnatt’s were unable to fulfill their fixture against Bornacoola on Friday last so the points stayed with the Bors. This Friday night the boys are in action against Leitrim Gaels in Dromod at 7pm.

Wedding Bells
Our congratulations to Dermot Shanley (Clonboney) and his new wife Edel (Duignan) who were married on Saturday last and celebrated with their friends at a reception in the Landmark Hotel. Dermot has been a stalwart of many Bornacoola teams over the years and holds medals at all underage grades as well as Junior League and championship awards. Edel’s family are involved with the Eslin GAA club and we wish this popular couple long life and happiness together.

Engagement
It was a busy week for Junior star Brian Reilly – not only did he feature in both the Junior A and Junior C league games at the weekend, he also found time to get engaged to Grainne Sheridan from Co Longford. Congratulations to you both.

News 10 - 05 - 10

2010-05-10T22:18:00.001+01:00

Division 2
Second half goals from Damian Moran and Philip Howard sealed a 2-13 to 0-3 victory for Bornacoola over Aughavas in Dromod on Saturday evening last and ensure Bornacoola remain at the top of Division 2 after six rounds of the league.
The Bornacoola team and scorers were: Dara Gavigan, Damian Moran, Conor Mc Cauley, Jason Conroy, John Mc Guinness, Morgan Shanley, Niall Mc Gowan, Michael Duignan (0-3), Colm Farrell, Jonathan Duffy (0-2), Trevor Howard (0-1), Declan Shanley (0-1), Philip Howard (1-2), Damian Moran (1-2) and Mark Mc Closkey (0-2). Subs used John Reynolds, John Bohan, Feargal Howard, Oliver Vaughan and David Mulligan

U-16 League
Bornacoola played Aughnasheelan on Friday evening last and in a very close encounter the Bornacoola lads put in a great team performance to come out winners by the narrowest of margins. The final score was 4-5 to 2-10 for the Bors. Well done to all involved and the next game is this Friday evening against St Osnat’s in Killasnett at 7pm. All players are asked to meet at the pitch at 5.30pm.

Lá na gClub
There was a great turn out at our grounds in Dromod for the 2010 Lá na gClub. Our thanks to Fr Gerry O Brien for saying a mass for all living and deceased members of the club, to Shannon Boyle for providing excellent entertainment, and to Jacqui Muldowney for organizing the Sports day. Also a special word to all of the ladies for the fantastic refreshments on offer.

The winners in the Sports were:
U-6 Girls: 1st- Lauren McGarry, 2nd- Orla Hackett, 3rd- Hannah Costello;
U-6 Boys: 1st- Conor Fanning, 2nd- Ryan Fanning, 3rd- Aaron Carney;
U-8 Girls: 1st-Rachel McGarry, 2nd- Áine Mulligan, 3rd- Holly Costello;
U-8 Boys: 1st- Shane Mallon, 2nd-Enda McGoldrick, 3rd- Conor Fanning;
U-10 Girls: 1st- Caitlin Moth, 2nd- Cora Fearon/ Riona Cosgrove, 3rd- Ellie Jones;
U-10 Boys: 1st- Sean O’Riordan, 2nd-Oran McGuinness, 3rd- Shane Mallon;
U-12 Girls: 1st- Caitlin Moth, 2nd- Shona Cosgrove, 3rd- Riona Cosgrove;
U-12 Boys: 1st- Robert O’Beirne, 2nd- Dylan Hackett, 3rd- Oran McGuinness;
U-14 Girls: 1st- Shannon Boyle, 2nd-Caitlin Moth, 3rd- Shauna Diffley;
U-14 Boys: 1st- Brian Duffy, 2nd- Robert O’Beirne, 3rd-Sean Muldowney/Ronan Mulligan;
U-16 Girls: 1st- Nadine Hackett, 2nd- Caitlin Moth/Shannon Boyle, 3rd- Shauna Diffley;
U-16 Boys: 1st-Barry Reid, 2nd-Mark Muldowney, 3rd- Conor Hackett/Ciaran Campbell; Father’s Race: 1st- Sean McGowan, 2nd- Gerry Boyle, 3rd-Brian Mallon

Well done also to the U-14 Boys and National School girls teams who were presented with their 2009 medals on the day.

Club Draw
The April Club Draw took place on the Saturday of the Bank Holiday weekend in the Copper Stil. Winners were: 100eur – Patricia Bohan; 20eur – Rhyana Duffy, Kelly Howard, Rosemary Gallagher and Fiona Reilly. A voucher for the Copper Still sponsored by Derek Hunt was alkso won by Patricia Bohan.

Division 3
The Division 3 team will play Kiltibrid in Drumcong on Saturday evening next at 7pm.

Ladies Football
The Ladies team played Glencar/Manorhamilton on Sunday morning. While a strong North Leitrim team were in control for most of the game, the Bornacoola girls kept plugging away and it took two second half goals to finally quell a brave Bornacoola challenge.

Division 5
The Division 5 team built on a good opening to the season when they defeated Gortletteragh by 1-12 to 2-7 on Bank Holiday Monday last. The team on duty was: Dara Gavigan, John Shanley, Brian Reilly, Tony Bohan, David Mulligan, Brendan Duignan, Roy Keenan, Alan Croghan, Oliver Vaughan, Anthony Mulligan, Ollie Mc Brearty, Jackie Conboy, Aidan Reilly, John Bohan and Alan Bohan. Subs: Gerry Gearty, David Faughnan, Daniel Farrell, Conor Mc Weeney and John Mc Govern.

Golf Classic
The bi-annual Bornacoola Golf Classic will take place this year in Carrick on Shannon Golf Club on Saturday May 29th. It will cost Eur240 to enter a team of four and there will be a host of attractive prizes on offer. Tee Sponsorship is also available at a cost of Eur100. As always the club will be looking for members to help out with the organizational and fundraising aspects of what is always a most enjoyable day. If you are in a position to lend a hand, we’d ask you to contact Micheal Mc Gowan on 086 2561023.
It looks like there will be a record entry this year and a little birdie tells me some of the young ladies of the parish were spotted in Strokestown last Sunday morning practising for the big day!

News 28 - 04 - 10

2010-04-28T20:10:00.002+01:00

Bornacoola – All Ireland Champions
The old adage that if at first you don’t succeed, you should try, try again, certainly rang true for our Question Time team, who finally captured that elusive All Ireland title in their fifth All Ireland final appearance in Killarney on Saturday night last. It was worthy reward for Liam Rabbite, Aidan Dockery and Louise Staunton who have worked incredibly hard over the last couple of months, and indeed years, to ensure glory for the club. Indeed, they entered the history books as the first team ever to score full marks in a senior All Ireland Scor final in question time, as they came home four marks ahead of nearest challengers Cornafean of Cavan. For Aidan, it is his second All Ireland honour, having previously won Bornacoola’s first ever All Ireland title in Recitation. For Louise, it was likewise her second honour, having been part of the Scór na nÓg Question Time winning team some years ago. For Liam, it was his second big trophy of the month, as he got married to Irene Guckian last Easter Monday.
The trio were welcomed back to the parish by a huge crowd on Sunday night last as indeed were the Leitrim competitors in Figure Dancing (Glencar/Manorhamilton), Novelty Act (Sean O Heslins), Ballad Group (St Marys) and Instrumental Music (Leitrim Gaels). Louise Staunton also represented the Bors in the Recitation and while seasoned observers felt she had done enough to take home the honours, unfortunately the prize went elsewhere. Gabhaim comhgairdeas agus buíochas ar son an chlub do Aodán, Liam agus Lousie. Táimíd go léir an bhródúil astu.

Club Draw and Presentation Night
The Club Draw for April takes place in the Copper Still this Saturday night, May 1st with music by Brian Williams. The Awards for Club Players of the Year in their various divisions as well as the Club Person of the year award will be presented. All are welcome to attend for should be a most enjoyable night which will get underway from 10pm.

Lá na gClub
Following the success of the inaugural Lá na gClub last year, the GAA have again asked clubs all over the country to organize a day of celebration at their premises to honour Lá na gClub. This year it will take place on May 9th and the day’s activities in Bornacoola will kick off with an outdoor service at the club grounds which will get underway at 2pm. There will also be a host of other activities taking place on the day, including the presentation of medals to last year’s successful U-14 team. In preparation for Lá na gClub, a general tidy up of the grounds will take place on Saturday week, May 8th from noon and we will be looking for volunteers to lend a hand on that occasion.

Master Class
The highlight of the upcoming Dromod festival this Sunday is the over-40’s meeting of Bornacoola and Annaduff in our own GAA grounds at 12 noon. Many players from our storied past will return to the Black and Amber for one day only. Indeed it’s been so long since some of them pulled on the Bornacoola jersey that this will be the first opportunity ever to witness them playing football in colour.
While the final team selection is being kept a closely guarded secret, rumours have been doing the rounds that James “Ravanelli with a Belly” Mc Keon, Padraig “You should have seen me in the 70’s” Jones and Micheal “Messi, vey Messi” Mc Gowan are likely to feature at some stage. Meanwhile Willie Mc Gushin has confirmed he’ll play if he can find the knee cap he lost in the 80’s in time for throw in on Sunday. The action gets underway at 12 noon but supporters from both sides are advised to get there in time for the warm-up. Just in case, like.

Golf Classic
The bi-annual Bornacoola Golf Classic will take place this year in Carrick on Shannon Golf Club on May 29th. It will cost Eur240 to enter a team of four and there will be a host of attractive prizes on offer. Tee Sponsorship is also available at a cost of Eur100. As always the club will be looking for members to help out with the organizational and fundraising aspects of what is always a most enjoyable day. If you are in a position to lend a hand, we’d ask you to contact Micheal Mc Gowan on 086 2561023.

Fixtures
All games were cancelled last weekend as a mark of respect to the late Philly Mc Guinness. This week there will be a full programme of fixtures. You can check on the games Bornacoola are involved in on the fixtures page of the Observer or online at www.leitrimgaa.ie.

News 19 - 04 - 10

2010-04-19T22:06:00.001+01:00

Philly Mc Guinness, R.I.P
All of Leitrim GAA was deeply shocked by the news that Mohill and Leitrim star Philly Mc Guinness had passed from us on Monday last having received an injury in a league game on Saturday evening. Philly was an immensely popular character, quiet and unassuming but with a devilish sense of humour. He played football with style and panache and always seemed to have time on the ball even in the tightest of corners – the true mark of a good player.
Along with his brothers John and Michael, he helped guide Mohill to the County title in 2006, playing a vital role in their semi-final victory over ourselves and later in the final against St Marys. Philly was a fierce competitor and never left an ounce of energy or endeavor behind him on the field of play. We admired him enormously as a tenacious, clever and fair opponent.
Off the field, he was a gentle and easy going character who lived for football and for a bit of craic with the lads. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
CLG Barr na Cúille extends its heartfelt sympathies to his mother Phil, to John and Michael, to all of his relations and friends and to everyone involved with Mohill GAA. Ar Dheis Dé go raibh sé.

Scór All Ireland Final
A huge weekend ahead for the club as we go in search of All Ireland glory in Killarney. Louise Staunton (Recitation) and our Question Time team (Aidan Dockery, Liam Rabbitte and Louise Staunton) will represent Bornacoola in the All Ireland finals of Scór Sinsear in the INEC auditorium in Killarney this Saturday.
Leitrim will also be represented in dancing, instrumental music, novelty act and Ballad group. If you are interested in going along to Killarney, you can contact our Scór officer Martina Hackett (087 7963512) who will supply details of how to secure tickets for what will be a sold out 2,000 seater auditorium and also how you can get on the Leitrim bus for the finals. Go neirí go geal le gach duine a mbeidh páirteach i gCill Áirne ar son Barr na Cúille agus Liatroma.

League Division 2
The Senior team recorded another victory in Division 2 of the league in Dromod on Saturday last against Glenfarne. Two first half goals by Damian Moran set Bornacoola on their way and despite some nervous moments in the second half, we held on for a 2-8 to 0-9 victory.
Team and Scorers: Dara Gavigan, Jason Conroy, Conor Mc Cauley, Damian Mc Guinness, John Mc Guinness, Morgan Shanley, Niall Mc Gowan, Colm Farrell, Niall O Connor, Declan Shanley (0-1), Mark Mc Closkey (0-5), Jonathan Duffy (0-1), Philip Howard, Michael Duignan and Damian Moran (2-1). Subs: John Bohan for N O Connor, Paul Hackett for J Duffy and Feargal Howard for D Shanley.

Ladies Action
The Ladies team played Ballinaglera in the league on Sunday afternoon. Despite being a competitive game throughout, the Ballinaglera girls held a six points half time lead and their greater efficiency in front of goal allowed them to record a comfortable victory.
The Bornacoola team was Cora McCauley, Rachel Duignan, Niamh Reynolds, Michelle O Beirne, Alison McKeon, Maeve Duffy, Charlotte Faughnan, Jillian Duignan, Leonie Duffy, Kelly Howard, Joanne McGushin, Sheena Faughnan, Fiona Reilly. Subs used: Naomi Faughnan, Lisa McGowan, Aine Faughnan.

Lá na gClub
Following the success of the inaugural Lá na gClub last year, the GAA have again asked clubs all over the country to organize a day of celebration at their premises to honour Lá na gClub. This year it will take place on May 9th and the day’s activities in Bornacoola will kick off with an outdoor service at the club grounds which will get underway at 2pm. There will also be a host of other activities taking place on the day, including the presentation of medals to last year’s successful U-14 team. In preparation for Lá na gClub, a general tidy up of the grounds will take place on Saturday, May 8th from noon and we will be looking for volunteers to lend a hand on that occasion.

Master Class
The highlight of the upcoming Dromod festival day – which takes place on Sunday May 2nd (May Bank Holiday) – will doubtless be the over-40’s meeting of Bornacoola and Annaduff in our own GAA grounds at 12 noon. Scouting is already underway for the Bornacoola team and already a number of players have been spotted secretly preparing for the big game on the back roads of the parish.
Anyone who is interested in taking part can contact Shay Reynolds (087 9030882), Feargal Mc Gill (087 1217038), Micheal Mc Gowan (086 2561023) or Tom Moran (087 2465344).

Golf Classic
The bi-annual Bornacoola Golf Classic will take place this year in Carrick on Shannon Golf Club on May 29th. It will cost Eur240 to enter a team of four and there will be a host of attractive prizes on offer. Tee Sponsorship is also available at a cost of Eur100. As always the club will be looking for members to help out with the organizational and fundraising aspects of what is always a most enjoyable day. If you are in a position to lend a hand, we’d ask you to contact Micheal Mc Gowan on 086 2561023.

U-16’s
We are currently seeking a sponsor for the U-16’s so if anyone is interested in sponsoring a set of jerseys, we’d ask that you contact club Secretary Shane Reynolds (087 9751883) or Youth Officer Seamus Mallon (086 8334614)

U-14 League
The U-14’s completed their league campaign when hosting Aughnasheelin on Friday night last in Dromod. The visitors proved too strong for a very young Bornacoola outfit. However the lads can take some solace from the fact that they finished third in the five team group behind Aughnasheelin and second placed Cloone.

Club Draw
Our next Club Draw is scheduled to take place in the Copper Still on Saturday night, May 1st.

News 12 - 04 - 10

2010-04-12T11:03:00.000+01:00

Division 5
The Division 5 team played Kiltubrid in beautiful sunshine in Dromod on Sunday last. The Bornacoola line-up included a lot of our up and coming underage players, but it was the visitors who left with the spoils on a 0-14 to 1-6 scoreline.

Croke Park
Our U-12’s (and friends) had an extremely enjoyable day in Croke Park last Thursday as they played three games at headquarters as part of the Connacht Council’s underage initiative. History records that the Bornacoola Hugh O’Neill’s first ever game as a GAA club took place on April 1st 1889 when they played Rooskey Pat Molloy’s (the forerunners of Kilglass Gaels) in a challenge. Little would anyone have imagined that on another April day, over 121 years later, the underage teams of the same two clubs would play each other in Croke Park but that is exactly what transpired last Thursday.
It was a proud day for both clubs and indeed for all of the other teams who participated. Bornacoola’s other games were against Melvin Gaels and Clann na Gael of Roscommon.
Our thanks to Seamus Mallon, Declan Bohan and Niall O Connor for looking after the boys on the day as well as the ever patient bus driver and former Annaduff star Ken Mc Manus. A word also to the supporters who traveled. It was a memorable day to see the black and amber jersey in competitive action on the sacred sod and one that none of those present will forget too easily.

Adult Fixtures
The Senior team have their fourth Division 2 game of the season when Glenfarne travel to Dromod on Saturday evening. The Junior A team are in action in Division 3 on Sunday. Throw-in for that one is 2.30pm.

Master Class
The highlight of the upcoming Dromod festival day – which takes place on the Sunday of the May Bank Holiday weekend – will doubtless be the over-40’s meeting of Bornacoola and Annaduff in our own GAA grounds. Scouting is already underway for the Bornacoola team and already a number of players have been spotted secretly preparing for the big game on the back roads of the parish. Anyone who is interested in taking part can contact Shay Reynolds (087 9030882), Feargal Mc Gill (087 1217038), Micheal Mc Gowan (086 2561023) or Tom Moran (087 2465344).

Golf Classic
The bi-annual Bornacoola Golf Classic will take place this year in Carrick on Shannon Golf Club on May 29th. As always the club will be looking for members to help out with the organizational and fundraising aspects of what is always a most enjoyable day. If you are in a position to lend a hand, we’d ask you to contact Micheal Mc Gowan on 086 2561023.

Minor League
The Minor team concluded their league campaign on Bank Holiday Monday when they were narrowly defeated by Aughavas on a scoreline of 4-5 to 3-4.

U-14 League
The U-14 team traveled to Aughavas last Friday and put in a very creditable but ultimately unsuccessful performance in an open game. This Friday evening, the boys welcome Aughnasheelin to Dromod for a 6.30pm throw-in

Scór All Ireland
Louise Staunton (Recitation) and our Question Time team (Aidan Dockery, Liam Rabbitte and Louise Staunton) will represent the club in the All Ireland finals of Scór Sinsear in the INEC auditorium in Killarney on Saturday, April 20th. Leitrim will also be represented in dancing, instrumental music, novelty act and Ballad group. If you are interested in going along to Killarney, you can contact our Scór officer Martina Hackett (087 7963512) who will supply details of how to secure tickets and also how you can get on the Leitrim bus for the finals. Go neirí go geal le gach duine a mbeidh páirteach i gCill Áirne ar son Barr na Cúille agus Liatroma.

News 22 - 03 - 10

2010-03-22T21:48:00.001Z

Scor
A great night for Bornacoola at the Connacht Finals of Scór in Loughrea on Saturday evening last as our Question Time team of Liam Rabbite, Aidan Dockery and Louise Staunton ensured that the club qualified for its fourth All Ireland Final in five years in the discipline by capturing the Connacht title. The versatile Louise added to the victory by also qualifying for the finals of the Recitation competition.
Our congratulations to you all, and indeed to all the Leitrim competitors as Leitrim captured six of the eight titles on offer (Figure Dancing – Glencar Manorhamilton, Novelty Act – Sean O hEslins, Ballad Group – St Mary’s and Instrumental Music – Leitrim Gaels), and also took home the Cormac Mc Gill Cup for best overall county for the second year in succession. As always, the All Ireland finals this year will be an all ticket affair. However, if you are interested in traveling to Killarney, you are asked to contact Martina Hackett at 087 7963512

Division 3
The Division 3 team missed a great opportunity to secure their second win of the season when Fenagh were the visitors to Dromod on Saturday last. In a low scoring game, the Bors failed to find the target with any regularity and succumbed to a 0-7 to 0-5 defeat.

Division 5
The third team also failed to build on their excellent opening round victory when Glenfarne/Kiltyclogher visited Dromod on Sunday morning last. Much like the game the previous evening, a lack of scoring power proved costly as the North Leitrim team recorded a 0-7 to 0-3 victory.

Club Draw
The March Club Draw takes place this Saturday night in the Shannon Key Hotel in Rooskey. Your support as always will be greatly appreciated.

U-14 League
The U-14 team get their season underway this Saturday when they play Glenfarne in Dromod at 12 noon. This year we are in the 11-a-side competition and Cloone, Aughavas and Aughnasheelin complete the group.

Weekend Fixtures
The 2010 Shield competition gets underway next Saturday as we travel to Cloone to play Mohill at 5.1.5pm. This competition is of course played without County players and Bornacoola are in a division that includes Glencar/Manorhamilton, Sean O hEslins, Aughavas, Mohill and Eslin. On Sunday the Division 5 team have their third game of the campaign when they travel to Leitrim Gaels for a 2.30pm throw-in.

Seachtain na Gaeilge Quiz
Bornacoola’s Connacht championship winning quiz team came within a whisker of claiming the All Ireland Seachtain na Gaeilge quiz title in Croke Park on St Patrick’s Day but were defeated by a single mark in a tense final. It is of course a fantastic achievement to finish runners-up in the All Ireland for our team of Evelyn Reynolds, Liam Rabbitte and Aidan and Marie Therese Dockery and while they were naturally very disappointed to have come so close, they nonetheless did the club and parish proud. Comhgairdeas daoibh go léir is mar a deirfinn, beidh lá (agus seans) eile ag an bpaoraigh i 2011.

News 15 - 03 - 10

2010-03-15T20:24:00.001Z

League Division 2
Bornacoola continued their winning start to Division 2 with a 1-10 to 0-6 victory over Drumkeerin in Dromod on Saturday last. The crucial score of the game was a first half goal by Philip Howard.
The team on duty was: Bobby Shanley, Damian Mc Guinness, Conor Mc Cauley, Jason Conroy, John Mc Guinness, Morgan Shanley, Niall Mc Gowan, Michael Duignan, Gary Mc Closkey, Sean Mc Keon, Mark Mc Closkey (0-4), Jonathan Duffy (0-2), Damian Moran (0-2), David O Connor and Philip Howard (1-2). Subs used were Shane Conroy and Trevor Howard.

Scór Victory
There was double success for Bornacoola at the County Finals of Scór in Mohill on Saturday night last. In Recitation, Louise Staunton captured the county title while she was joined by Liam Rabbitte and Aidan Dockery on the Question Time team that yet again captured the County Title. Well done to you all and indeed our best wishes as the Bornacoola and Leitrim representatives move on to the Connacht Finals in Loughrea, Co Galway on Saturday evening next at 6pm.

Underage Open Day
An Open Day for all children up to the age of 16 who are intending to play for Bornacoola in 2010 will be held in the park this Saturday morning at 11am. It is essential that all players who want to play underage football for the club are registered and it will only cost €5 to become a member of the Association for the year, ensuring insurance and injury cover. The maximum cost for any one family of youngsters will be €10. We would ask parents to attend also to ensure the correct information is supplied with filling out the membership application forms. You should also note that tracksuit tops and bottoms ordered can be collected next Saturday at registration.

Seachtain na Gaeilge Quiz
Best wishes to our Seachtain na Gaeilge Quiz Team of Aidan Dockery, Evelyn Reynolds, Liam Rabbitte and Marie Therese Dockery who travel to Croke Park on St Patrick’s Day for the All Ireland final of the Seachtain na Gaeilge quiz. The team have been most impressive in their progress through Liatroim and Connacht en route to the All Ireland final and it would be an enormous honour for the club if they were to capture the national title on St Patrick’s Day. Ádh Mór oraibh.

Leitrim GAA Supporters Club
The Leitrim GAA Supporters Club draw for 2010 was postponed as a mark of respect to the late Kevin Reynolds. Anyone interested in purchasing a ticket can do so this week via club chairman Declan Conboy. Tickets cost €40 each and there is a great list of prizes on offer. We would ask all those in the club who were given tickets to sell to please return them before the weekend to Declan who can be contacted at 087 8395780

Best Wishes
Our best wishes to club stalwart Aidan Reilly (Cloonart) and his fiancée Sinead Hanley (Rooskey) who will be married this Friday. Aidan has been a great servant of the club over the years – on and off the field - and won a plethora of underage medals with Bornacoola before moving up to the adult ranks where he won Junior league and Championship medals in the Black and Amber. A series of unfortunate injuries over the years have probably prevented Aidan from reaching his full potential as a footballer, but he has had a clean run at things so far this year and is in great form at the moment.
Sinead meanwhile has become a familiar face at Bornacoola games over the years and has long been considered one of the Bors! Our best wishes to this very popular couple for a great day on Friday and long life and happiness together in the years ahead.

News 09 - 03 - 10

2010-03-09T15:53:00.002Z

Kevin Reynolds R.I.P
The parish and surrounding areas were stunned at the weekend by the news of the tragic death of one of the areas most popular figures, Kevin Reynolds (Cloncolory). A son of Shay and Mary, Kevin played for the club for many years, mainly at underage level, but he also enjoyed a few great years at adult level and always maintained an interest in matters on the field over the years. Of course, being a Reynolds he also took part in Scór and was quite an accomplished dancer. As a youth, he sang in the local choir and I even remember him being a useful hurler when the club set up an underage hurling team in the late 80’s. Mind you, winning or losing was never too important for Kevin as long as there was a bit of fun to be had and wherever there was any bit of devilment going on, the likelihood was that Kevin would be there in the middle of it.
He was one of the most good natured people that you could ever hope to meet, and always seemed to have a little grin on his face that threatened to break into incontrollable laughter at any time. More often than not, it did! Kevin lived life to the full and built up an army of friends through Leitrim, Roscommon and beyond in his all too short time among us. He met and fell in love with Catherine Wynne from Mohill and from the first day that they were together it was obvious to us all that it was meant to be. They married a couple of years ago and had recently moved into a beautiful new home, opposite the house where Kevin was born, on the Mohill Road just outside of Dromod.
Kevin was widely respected and loved and over the last few days, literally everyone who knew him had their own little story to tell that typified his happy-go-lucky attitude and general love of life. All of our thoughts are with his wife Catherine, his mother and father Shay and Mary, his brothers Cathal and John, his extended family and his many, many friends in Bornacoola, Tarmonbarry and further afield. We are all honoured to have known Kevin and to have shared in his short life and his family must be extremely proud of everything he did, everything he was and everything he meant to so many people. Solas na bhfláitheas duit mo sean chara; ní bheidh do leithéid arís ann cinnte.

Division 3 Team
The Division 3 team opened their campaign with a hard working victory over Gortletteragh on Saturday last in Cornageeha.
The team and scorers in a 0-15 to 2-7 victory were: Daragh Gavigan, Seamus Mallon, Richie Bohan (0-1), Brendan Duignan, Mervyn Howard, Shane Conroy (0-1), Niall Mc Gowan, Damian Moran (0-2) Feargal Howard (0-4), Jonathan Duffy, Paul Hackett (0-1), Declan Shanley (0-1), Ollie Vaughan, Trevor Howard (0-4) and Aiden Reilly (0-1). Subs used: Brian Reilly, David Mulligan, Bobby Shanley.

Division 5 League
Our 3rd team ensured that all of our adult squads have begun the year on a positive note by recording a 1-5 to 0-7 victory over Sean O Heslins in Ballinamore on Sunday morning last. The team on duty was: Dara Gavigan, John Shanley, Brian Reilly, Brendan Duignan, Tony Shanley, Bernard Faughnan, David Mulligan, Richie Bohan, Alan Croghan, Aiden Reilly, John Bohan, Ollie Vaughan, Jackie Conboy, Gerry Gearty, Alan Bohan. Subs: Anthony Mulligan, Roy Keenan, Conor Mc Weeney and Daniel Farrrell.
A particular word of congratulations to Tony Shanley, Roy Keenan and Anthony Mulligan who made their adult debuts in this game. Conor Mc Weeney and Daniel Farrell were unused subs but no doubt the lads will also make their adult debuts in the coming weeks. Well done to all.

Scór Sinsear
Bornacoola qualified for the County finals of Scór Sinsear in Tráth na gCeist and Recitation following the county semifinals in Ballinaglera and Drumreilly at the weekend. Aidan Dockery, Liam Rabbite and Louise Staunton will represent the club in the County Finals in Question time next Saturday in Carrick on Shannon with Louise also on stage in recitation. Bornacoola’s entry for the year was completed by Feargal Mc Keon who performed in Solo Singing. Well done to you all.

Minor League
Glenfarne proved too strong for the Bors on Saturday morning in the second game of the Minor league as they registered a 4-13 to 2-3 victory. Our final game in the league will be against Aughavas away from home.

County News
Philip Howard and David O Connor were both on the scoresheet for Leitrim against Clare in the national league on Sunday last. Good luck to Conor Mc Cauley and Niall O Connor as they line out for Leitrim against Mayo in the Connacht U21 Championship in Cloone on Wednesday evening and finally congratulations to the Leitrim Vocational School team who captured the All Ireland B title when defeating Limerick on Saturday and in particular to club chairman Declan Conboy who was very much involved with the team.

Seachtain na Gaeilge
A big Comhgairdeas to Evelyn Reynolds, Liam Rabbitte, Aidan and Marie Therese Dockery who captured the Connacht title for the Seachtain na Gaeilge quiz for Bornacoola during the week. They now move on to the All Ireland final, which is held in Croke Park on St Patricks Day, alongside the All Ireland Club Finals. Well done to you all is go neirí go geal libh sa craobh chomórtais!

Sympathy
We extend our sympathy to the Shanley Family (Dromard) on the death of Jack in Westmeath during the week. Jack’s son, Peter, is chairman of the Downs GAA Club and was always on hand to ensure all went smoothly whenever Bornacoola trained in the Downs in recent years. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a Anam.

Fixtures
Only one game for the club at the weekend as on Saturday we entertain Drumkeerin in Division 2 in Dromod at 4.45pm.

News 25 - 02 - 10

2010-02-25T14:19:00.000Z

Congratulations
We’d like to extend the congratulations of everyone at the Club to Shane and Orla Reynolds (nee Bohan!) who were married on Saturday. It was a great weekend for all involved and we want to wish you many years of health and happiness together.

Club Draw
The 2nd club draw of the year takes place this Saturday night in the Copper Still with music being provided by Brian Williams.

Minor League
The Minors were due to get their campaign underway last Sunday morning against Glenfarne/Kilty but unfortunately the game had to be postponed. We were due to play in Fenagh this Sunday but please check the fixtures page of the Leitrim Observer or www.leitrimgaa.ie for confirmation.

Senior League
The Senior team find themselves in Division 2 this year having being relegated at the end of last year. They begin the campaign under new manager Bernard Morris with a visit to Eslin on Sunday morning at 12 noon.

Scór
Preparations are already well underway for Scór 2010. The semi-finals take place on March 5th and 6th in Ballinaglera and Drumreilly respectively, while the County Final will be held in Carrick on March 13th and the Connacht deciders on March 20th. Best of luck to all involved from Bornacoola.

News 15 - 02 - 10

2010-02-15T15:42:00.001Z

Membership
Membership of the Club is currently open for 2010, €30 for players, €10 non-players and €5 youth membership. Once again we remind all those who intend to play in 2010 that they must have paid their membership paid or you will not be permitted to line out for the club after April 1st 2010. Membership can be paid to John Mc Guinness, Shane Reynolds or Jackie Conboy.

Fixtures
The new season in Leitrim will kick off this weekend and it is our Minor team who will be first into action this Sunday morning at 11am. No confirmation of the fixture at the time of writing but you can get confirmation in the Fixtures section of the Observer or at www.leitrimgaa.ie. Our first team are expected to begin their Division 2 league campaign on February 27th when Eslin will be the opposition. The following weekend (March 6th/7th) sees the first round of games in Division 3 and Division 5.

Best Wishes
Our best wishes to club stalwarts Shane Reynolds and Orla Bohan who get married this Saturday in St Michael’s in Bornacoola. A very popular couple around the parish, Shane and Orla have been at the heart of the club for many years and both have served as players, administrators and even Scór performers with distinction for Bornacoola over many years. In a lengthy playing career, Shane won both Junior Championship and league medals with Bornacoola and while success eluded him at Senior level, he was very proud to be part of the Bornacoola team that regained it’s senior championship status in 1998 after nearly 40 years in the doldrums. He is currently the club Secretary.
Orla’s big onfield success came as part of the 2004 Ladies Junior Championship winning team; she has been involved in many administrative roles in recent years and has performed regularly in Scór for Bornacoola over the years. I’m sure this will be a great weekend for Shane, Orla and their families, and we wish you both all the very best in your married lives together.

News 02 - 02 - 10

2010-02-04T19:57:00.001Z

Club Draw
The first Club Draw of the year takes place on Saturday night next in the Copper Still with music on the night as always. All ticket sellers are asked to return their tickets by Friday night to Kevin Mallon, Jackie Conboy or Shane Reynolds.

GOAL Mile
The GOAL mile held at the club grounds on New Year’s Day was another terrific success and subsequent events in Haiti have only served to undermine the importance of GOAL and its work with the underprivileged such as those affected by the earthquake disaster. This year’s GOAL mile raised a total of Eur9,657 and organizer Noel Mahon has been in touch to express his thanks to everyone who was involved. Indeed the membership of the GAA club are very proud of the fundraising work that Noel, a former player of distinction and prominent member, continues to carry out in this respect. Maith thú a Nollaig is lean ort leis an obair.

Training
Training commences on Friday night next in the club grounds at 8.30pm. All players are again reminded that they will not be permitted to play for the club in 2010 unless they have paid their membership fee of Eur30.

News - 27 - 10 - 09

2009-10-27T10:16:00.001Z

U21 Championship
The Bornacoola U21 team put in a battling performance in difficult conditions against Drumkeerin in the quarter final of the 13-a-side championship in Drumreilly on Saturday last and were rewarded for their efforts with a nail biting one point victory and a place in the semi-finals. The key score of the game was a goal just before the interval when midfielder Damian Moran followed up on his own shot to find the net and give the Bors a two point lead at half time. Despite a succession of injuries and the difficult weather conditions, the lads held on throughout the second half to record a memorable 1-5 to 0-7 victory.
The team on duty was: Damian Mc Gowan, Conor Mc Cauley, Mervyn Howard, Darren Mc Gushin, Paul Hackett, David Mulligan, Feargal Howard (0-3), Damian Moran (1-0), Harry Comiskey, Oliver Vaughan, Alan Croghan (0-1), Sean Mc Keon (0-1) and Declan Shanley.

Shield Play-Off
A hugely understrength Bornacoola gave a fine account of themselves against Dromahaire in the Shield play-off game on Sunday last in Leitrim Village. An early goal for the North Leitrim team left the Bors chasing the game throughout but there were some fine scores recorded in a 1-13 to 0-12 defeat. Team on duty was: Feargal Mc Gill, John Mc Govern, Seamus Mallon, Mervyn Howard, Niall Mc Gowan, Damian Mc Guinness, David Mulligan, Conor Mc Cauley, Feargal Howard, Declan Shanley, Oliver Vaughan, Sean Mc Keon, Brian Conroy, Damian Moran and Trevor Howard. Sub: Gerry Gearty.

Table Quiz
The Club are holding a table quiz in the Copper Still on Friday night, November 13th. The cost of entry is €40 per team of four and all are welcome to take part.

News 19 - 10 - 09

2009-10-19T17:30:00.000+01:00

Masonite Senior League
Bornacoola suffered defeat in their final league game of the season to St Marys in Dromod on Sunday last. The result means the Bors will now play in Division 2 next year for the first time since 1997. Despite a bright opening in which Declan Shanley found the back of the net for Bornacoola, the Bors again let a five point half time lead dissipate and St Marys finished the stronger to record a 2-9 to 1-10 victory. The team on duty was: Feargal Mc Gill, Damian Mc Guinness, Morgan Shanley, Jason Conroy, John Mc Guinness, Conor Mc Cauley, Niall O Connor, Michael Duignan, Colm Farrell (0-2), Jonathan Duffy, David O Connor, Declan Shanley (1-2), Mark Mc Closkey (0-4), Brian Conroy (0-2) and Philip Howard.

Club Draw
The Club Draw takes place this Sunday night in the Copper Still. Music by Ronnie Duignan.

Fixtures
The U-21 team begin their championship campaign this Saturday when they play Drumkeerin in Kiltubrid at 4pm. On Sunday, the Shield play-off series continues when the Senior team play Dromahaire in Drumshanbo at 2pm.

Club Jackets
Please note that if you ordered one of the new club jackets, they will be available for collection at the dressing rooms between 12noon and 12.30 next Saturday morning only.

News 12 - 10 - 09

2009-10-12T14:24:00.000+01:00

Junior C Championship
The third team exited the championship on Sunday last as a physically more imposing Leitrim Gaels proved a bridge too far in the semi-final of the competition, played in Annaduff. The Gaels played with the aid of a decent breeze in the first half and despite a well taken goal midway through, the Bors were very much in contention at half time, just five points in arrears. However, Bornacoola never got going up front in the second half and Leitrim Gaels were worthy 2-11 to 0-7 winners at the full time whistle.
The team on duty was: Dara Gavigan, Tony Bohan, John “Barnes” Shanley, Sean Ryan, Dermot Shanley, Christy Bohan, Kevin Canning, Peter Mallon, Richard Bohan, Biran Mallon, Gerry Gearty, Kevin Mallon, Seoirse Reynolds, Declan Conboy and Alan Bohan. Subs introduced were Jackie Conboy, Damian Mc Gowan and Harry Comiskey.

Bornacoola GAA Club Draw
Our thanks to all who supported the monthly club draw that took place last Saturday night in the Copper Still. Music on the night was by Brian Williams and winners were as follows. €100; Jimmy McCormack, €20each; Margaret McGowan, Shane Reynolds, Jackie Conboy, David Conroy, Aideen Harte with a meal voucher sponsored by The Copper Still being won by Enda Delaney.

Shield Play-Off
The Senior team played a heavily understrength Sean O Heslins in the Shield play-off in Cloone on Sunday morning last. Two first half goals from Colm Farrell and Philip Howard left Bornacoola eleven points ahead at the interval and laid the foundations for what was ultimately a comfortable victory on a 2-13 to 1-7 scoreline.
The team on duty was Feargal Mc Gill, Seamus Mallon, Morgan Shanley (0-1), Damian Mc Guinness, John Mc Guinness (0-1), Conor Mc Cauley (0-2), Niall Mc Gowan, Colm Farrell (1-1), Niall O Connor, Declan Shanley (0-2), Sean Mc Keon (0-1), Jonathan Duffy, Trevor Howard, Michael Duignan and Philip Howard (1-4). Subs used Feargal Howard, Jason Conroy, Brian Conroy, Mervyn Howard and Bobby Shanley. The next game in this competition is now effectively a semi-final clash between ourselves and Dromahaire on Sunday week with the winners proceeding to the Shield Final against Carrigallen on October 31st.

Senior League
Our final game in the Masonite Division 1 league comes this Sunday when St Marys are the visitors to Dromod. Defeat will see Bornacoola lose their Division 1 status for the first time since 1998 so it is a very big game for the club.

U-21 B Championship
Drumkeerin will be our quarter final opponents in the U-21 B Championship with this clash provisionally scheduled to take place on Saturday week, October 24th (time and venue to be confirmed).

News 04 - 10 - 09

2009-10-05T12:22:00.000+01:00

Club Draw
The monthly club draw takes place this Saturday night in the Copper Still. Usual prizes on offer and live music on the night. Your support as always is very much appreciated.

Junior C Semi-Final
Our Junior C team have a tremendous opportunity to reach a County final when they play Leitrim Gaels in Annaduff this Sunday at 2pm in the semi-final of the Junior C Championship. In their opening game in the competition, they had a most exciting one point victory over Eslin and will now be looking to build on this and qualify for a County final for the first time at this level. Best of luck to all involved.

Shield
We are involved in a play-off in the senior Shield Competition against Sean O Heslins this Sunday morning in Cloone at 12pm.

Best Wishes
Our best wishes to senior panellist Robert Moran who left us for Australia last week. We hope to see him return to the Black and Amber in 12 months time reinvigorated and ready for action.

Ladies Football
The Ladies team have one game left in the league against Ballinaglera and it is due to take place this weekend. Hopefully the girls can finish the year on a high

News 21 - 09 - 09

2009-09-21T14:46:00.001+01:00

U-10 Football
Our under 10s played their final game of the year on Friday evening last in Dromod against Aughnasheelin. Once again we had some great performances form our young stars. Our thanks to Aughnasheelin for making the trip and for a very sporting game. Thanks also to Leonie Duffy for refereeing the game. The children have enjoyed a great summer and it was heartening to see such great numbers at the Saturday morning training sessions. A big thank you to all the parents for bringing our young players to matches and training.
Our under 10 panel for the year included, Christopher Healy, Jordan Cramp, Hannah and Jake Sheils, Marc Mc Keon, Keiron and Hannah Mc Glynn, Holly Costello, Michelle Hackett, Christy Sullivan, Luke and Elle Jones, Brendan and Cora Feeron, Orran Mc Guinness, Cian and Shane Mallon, Tanya Boyle, Raithne Duffy, Sean and Enda Mc Goldrick, Shona and Riona Cosgrove, Mahon and Nia Meldrum.

Tracksuits
The club tracksuit bottoms will be ordered on Friday next the 25/09/09. All orders and money must be received before this date. Contact Ann-Marie on 0872578714.

U-16 Ladies
Our under 16 girls are in action on Thursday evening away to Aughawillan.

Shield
The Senior team are scheduled to meet Dromahaire on Sunday morning left at 11.30am in our penultimate group game in the Shield. Bornacoola currently top the group having won the two games played so far.

Sympathy
The Sympathies of the Club are extended to the Mc Closkey family on the tragic death of Anthony Mc Closkey (Dungiven, Co Derry) last week. Anthony was an uncle of Noel’s. Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Co Final Parade
Our U-12’s will be taking part in the special 125th anniversary parade at the County Finals in Páirc Séan on Sunday next. Team mentors will be in touch with our U-12 panel during the week with arrangements for the day.

All Ireland Ladies Final
If you are interested in attending Sunday’s Ladies Finals in Croke Park, tickets are available to purchase from Orla or Patricia Bohan

News 15 -09 - 09

2009-09-15T14:43:00.001+01:00

Masonite Senior Championship
Unfortunately County champions Glencar/Manorhamilton proved too strong for Bornacoola in the replay of the County semi-final on Saturday evening last. Despite a strong opening half hour, the Bors found themselves a point down at half time as the North Leitrim men scored a goal with the last action of the half. A Sean Mc Keon goal offered hope midway through the second half but despite a valiant effort, it was Manorhamilton who finished the stronger and held on for a 1-10 to 1-7 victory. Bornacoola team and scorers: Feargal Mc Gill, Damian Mc Guinness, Morgan Shanley, Jason Conroy, John Mc Guinness, Conor Mc Cauley (0-2), Niall O Connor, Michael Duignan (0-1), Colm Farrell, Sean Mc Keon (1-0), David O Connor (0-1), Mark Mc Closkey (0-3), Brian Conroy, Damian Moran, Philip Howard. Subs used Jonathan Duffy, Feargal Howard, and Trevor Howard

Ladies Junior Final
The Ladies team took on Dromahaire in the County Junior final on Sunday afternoon in Leitrim village. It was their second appearance in a final this year but unfortunately the North Leitrim girls proved too strong and ultimately recorded a comfortable victory. However, it has been a season of progress for the girls under their new management of Vinny Canning and Sean Mc Cauley and they will feel they can have a real cut at Championship glory in 2010.
The team on Sunday was: Michelle Reilly, Sara Duffy, Niamh Reynolds, Cora Mc Cauley, Lisa Geelan, Rachel Duignan, Meave Duffy, Jillian Duignan, Charlotte Faughnan, Leonie Duffy, Joanne Mc Gushin, Alison Mc Keon, Fiona Reilly, Kelly Howard, Nadine Hackett. Subs: Orla Bohan, Michelle O Beirne, Emma Moffatt, Shannon Boyle, Jessica Mc Keon, Lisa Mc Gowan, Orla Mc Weeney, Susan Shanley, Coleen Bohan, Laura Jones, Maria Comiskey, Crona Shanley, Zoe Cosgrove, Tara Hackett, Ciara Hackett.

Thousand Point Challenge
Please note that all Thousand Point Challenge sponsorship money must be returned this Saturday at training in the park. Any adults who would like to purchase a jacket may place their order in the Copper Still anytime up until next Saturday – jackets for adults cost Eur40 each.

Junior C Championship
The Junior C team got their championship campaign underway with an excellent 0-13 to 1-9 victory over Eslin in Annaduff on Sunday last. In a game played in beautiful sunshine, an Eslin goal in the second half of a tight game really tested the Bornacoola resolve but a late point from Gerry Gearty was enough to secure a great victory.
The team and scorers were: Dara Gavigan, Sean Ryan, John Shanley, Tony Bohan, John Mc Govern (0-2), Christy Bohan, Ray Hanley, Peter Mallon, Richard Bohan, Kevin Mallon (0-1), Gerry Gearty (0-5), Kevin Canning, Alan Bohan (0-2), Declan Conboy, Seoirse Reynolds (0-3). Subs : Jackie Conboy, Brian Mallon, Harry Comiskey. The lads are due to play Kiltubrid this weekend. Check fixtures page for details.

Tracksuit Bottoms
Tracksuit bottoms with the club crest are now available to purchase. The cost of these are 22 euro for under 12 and 27 euro for over 12 to adults. Fittings will take place on next Saturday the 19th at the park from 11am to 12 noon. Money to be paid when ordering. Any Queries contact Ann-Marie at 0872578714 or 0719638754

Sympathy
We’d like to extend the sympathies of the club to the Canning family (Rinnagowna) on the recent passing of Ambie. Also to the O Gorman family in Carrick on Shannon on the tragic passing of Martin. Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a n-anamnacha.

U-12 Championship
The U-12 team were beaten by Allen Gaels in the Championship on Monday week last.

U-16 Championship
The lads rounded off their 2009 campaign with a defeat to a stronger Annaduff team in the championship with the highlight of the derby game from a Bornacoola perspective being a fine goal from Daniel Farrell. Well done to the lads on an industrious year in 2009 and in particular we would like to thank John Muldowney and Henry Faughnan for their excellent work with the boys throughout the year. The panel included: Shane Sullivan, Barry Reid, Conor Mc Weeney, Daniel Farrrell, Kieran Campbell, Roy Keenan, Mark Muldowney, Anthony Mulligan, Tony Shanley, Conor Hackett, Kevin Shanley, Ian Mulligan, Liam Mulligan.

News 07 - 09 - 09

2009-09-07T14:23:00.000+01:00

Masonite Senior Championship
Bornacoola and Glencar/Manorhamilton played out a thrilling draw in the semi-final of the Masonite Senior Championship in Páirc Seán on Sunday last. Bornacoola were the better team in the first half and five unanswered points before half time left the County Champions trailing by 0-8 to 0-3 at half time.
However, Manor were reinvigorated after half time and a well taken goal midway through the second half set the game up for a tense finale. While both sides had chances to win the game, neither were able to make the decisive breakthrough and the teams had to settle for a 1-6 to 0-9 draw. The replay takes place this Saturday in Carrick at 5.30pm.
Team and Scorers: Feargal Mc Gill, Damian Mc Guinness, Morgan Shanley, Jason Conroy, John Mc Guinness, Conor Mc Cauley, Niall O Connor, Michael Duignan (0-1), Colm Farrell, Sean Mc Keon (0-1), David O Connor, Mark Mc Closkey (0-2), Brian Conroy (0-1), Damian Moran (0-1) and Philip Howard (0-3). Subs used: Jonathan Duffy and Declan Shanley.

Ladies News
The Ladies are in the Junior A Final this Sunday morning at 12noon in Leitrim village. It has been a very productive year for our girls – they qualified for the 9-a-side final against Manorhamilton and while they lost that game, the experience gained will add to their chances when they take on Dromahaire on Sunday. Best of luck to Vinny, Sean and all of the girls on Sunday.

Underage News
The annual 1000 point challenge takes place this Saturday morning in the park. A reminder to all to ensure you bring sponsorship cards on the day. A DVD of the U-14 final is also currently available – contact Seamus Mallon if you are interested in procuring a copy. Meanwhile, the U-12’s play their latest game in the Championship on Monday next, September 14th when they take on Drumkeerin away from home in a game that will throw-in at 6pm.

Junior C Championship
The Junior C team finally get their Championship underway this Sunday when they meet Eslin in Annaduff at 3pm. The lads have put in quite a bit of work over the past couple of months and will be keen to get their campaign off to a winning start.

Harvest Festival
Our thanks to everyone from the club who helped out at the Harvest Festival in Rooskey on Sunday last. We’d also like to congratulate the Bornacoola Community Development Association on once again pulling out all the stops in organising an event of the very highest quality. Despite the inclement weather conditions, it was again an outstanding occasion and something for everyone in the parish to be most proud of.

News 25 - 08 - 09

2009-08-25T07:42:00.001+01:00

Masonite Senior Championship

Bornacoola 1-10 Mohill 0-11

Bornacoola qualified for their fifth consecutive Masonite Senior Championship semi-final with a two point victory over neighbours Mohill in Ballinamore on Sunday evening last.

The Bors started brightly and established a 0-4 to 0-1 lead early on. However, Mohill were very strong in the second quarter and had deservingly levelled the game at 0-5 apiece by half time. They also started the second half in control and it took a goal from Colm Farrell to keep Bornacoola in contention.

However, as the second half wore on, the Bors began to find their feet and some well taken scores earned a hard fought victory on a scoreline of 1-10 to 0-11. Team and scorers: Feargal Mc Gill, Damian Mc Guinness, Conor Mc Cauley, Jason Conroy, John Mc Guinness, Morgan Shanley, Niall O Connor, Michael Duignan (0-2), Colm Farrell (1-1), Damian Moran (0-1), David O Connor (0-1), Trevor Howard, Philip Howard (0-2), Mark Mc Closkey (0-2), Brian Conroy. Subs used: Sean Mc Keon, Jonathan Duffy.

A word of congratulations to Cumman Seán Uí hEislin on their exceptional new facilities. The pitch was in fantastic condition despite the monsoons which fell at the weekend and the new stand and dressing room facilities are of an exceptional quality and something all of Ballinamore and Leitrim should be proud of. Next up for the Bors is a re-play of last years County Final as Glencar/Manorhamilton provide the semi-final opposition

Club Draw
The August club draw takes place in the Copper Still on Saturday night next. As always, music and house prizes on the night.

Lough Rynn Harvest Festival
The Harvest Festival takes place this year on the 6th of September in Rooskey. For the next two Saturdays volunteers are sought to lend a hand in getting the venue ready. Contact Sean Mc Guinness or Micheál Mc Gowan if you are free to lend a hand either this Saturday or the following week. The work will get underway at the old factory from 12 noon on both days.

Ladies Junior Championship
The Ladies face Gortletteragh in the Junior Championship semi-final this Saturday. Best of luck to all involved.

Underage News
The U-16’s have a home game with Leitrim Gaels this Friday at 7pm. Meanwhile the U-12’s continue their campaign when they face Gortletteragh in Dromod on Monday at 7pm. Annaduff proved too strong for the young Bors in their first game,
The panel on duty included Fergal Hackett, Dylan Hackett, Ronan Mulligan, Brian Duffy, Sean Muldowney, Karl Mallon, Liam Jones, Robert Beirne, Kevin Mulligan, Gearoid Mulligan, Patryk Kozac, Luke Jones, Brendan Fearon, Cian Mallon, Christy Sullivan, Adam Pearle and Jordan Cramp. We’d like to extend our best wishes for a speedy recovery to upcoming star Sean Muldowney and want to extend a special welcome to Bornacoola to our newest player Adam Pearle who joins us from Dublin.
Meanwhile, our under tens have had two games in recent weeks with Kiltubrid and Aughavas providing the opposition. Once again we had some great performances from our young stars. Our thanks to both clubs for making the trip to Dromod and for two highly entertaining games.
Our under ten panel includes Luke & Elle Jones, Shona & Riona Cosgrove, Cian & Shane Mallon, Christopher Healy, Jordan Cramp, Marc Mc Keon,Kieron & Hannah Mc Glynn,Holly Costello,Michelle Hackett, Cora & Brendan Feeron,Christy Sullivan,Orran Mc Guinness, Raithne Duffy, Tanya Boyle, Sean & Enda Mc Goldrick, Mahon & Nia Meldrum and Jake Sheils.
We hope to have an under 10 challenge for girls only with Annaduff on Saturday morning at 11am.

U-16 Girls
Our under 16 girls get their championship off the ground on Thursday evening at 7pm in Ballinamore. We are in a group with Ballinamore, Fenagh and Aughawillan. Best of luck girls!

Junior Championship
The Juniors face neighbours Gortletteragh at the weekend in the quarter final of the Junior A Championship. No confirmation of the fixture at the time of writing but check the Leitrim GAA Website for all the details

News 17 - 08 - 09

2009-08-17T17:29:00.000+01:00

Championship Quarter Final
Bornacoola travel to Ballinamore’s new facilities on Sunday evening where they take on Mohill in the Masonite Senior Championship quarter final. The game has a 6.30pm throw-in and will be preceded by the Intermediate championship quarter final between Gortletteragh and St Marys at 5pm. Best of luck to Noel and the boys.

Ladies Championship
The ladies were in Championship action last Saturday when they played neighbours Annaduff in the Intermediate B semi-final. In a close game, Annaduff made the better use of their scoring chances and ran out winners with five points to spare.

Minor Championship
The minor team were beaten by St Callins last week. No game this week.

U-16 Championship
The U-16 championship gets underway this Friday (August 21st) and the Bors begin their campaign with a home game in Dromod at 7pm against Aughavas. This year we are taking part in the 11-a-side competition and are in a group that also includes Annaduff and Leitrim Gaels. On Friday week, Leitrim Gaels will be the visitors to Dromod.

U-12 Championship
The U-12’s began their campaign on Monday night when they faced Annaduff. Full report next week. On Monday night next – August 24th – they have their second game in the competition when they are at home to Leitrim Gaels at 7pm.

Junior C Championship
Our third team have been drawn in a group with Kiltubrid and Eslin. No dates just yet but it is hoped that the Championship will get underway on the last weekend in August.

Junior A Championship Quarter Final
Our 2nd team are through to the Junior A Championship quarter final. Having topped their group, they now meet Gortletteragh the weekend after next.

News 10 - 08 - 09

2009-08-10T17:31:00.000+01:00

Masonite Senior Championship
Bornacoola suffered a one point defeat to Aughnasheelin in the deciding game in our Senior championship group in Cloone on Saturday last. In a game that never really got going until the second half, Aughnasheelin showed much greater hunger and were well deserving of their victory on a 1-8 to 0-10 scoreline. However, the Bors do progress to the quarter finals by virtue of our earlier victory over Carrigallen and Mohill will provide the opposition in a game that will be played on the weekend of August 23rd.
Team and scorers: Feargal Mc Gill, Damian Mc Guinness, Conor Mc Cauley, Jason Conroy, John Mc Guinness, Morgan Shanley, Niall Mc Gowan, David O Connor (0-3), Colm Farrell, Feargal Howard, Niall O Connor, Damian Moran, Philip Howard, Mark Mc Closkey (0-5) and Brian Conroy. Subs used: Jonathan Duffy (0-1), Trevor Howard, Sean Mc Keon (0-1) and Declan Shanley.

Junior Championship
The Junior team ensured their progression to the quarter final of the Junior A Championship with an impressive victory over St Mary’s on Sunday evening last in Ballinamore. Goals from John Bohan and Robert Moran proved to be the key scores of a game that finished 2-6 to 0-8 in favour of the Bors.
Team and scorers: Bobby Shanley, John Reynolds, Brian Reilly, Mervyn Howard, Sean McKeon, Shane Conroy, David Mulligan, Paul Hackett (0-1), Robert Moran (1-2), Ollie Vaughan (0-1), Declan Shanley, Jonathan Duffy, Alan Croghan, Trevor Howard(0-1), John Bohan (1-1) subs used: Aidan Reilly and John Shanley.

Ladies Intermediate B Championship
A big game for the Ladies next Saturday evening as they face Annaduff in the semi-final of the intermediate championship. The game takes place in Dromod and will have a 7pm throw-in

U-12 Championship
The U-12’s get their championship action for the season underway when they play Annaduff on Monday night next at 7pm

U-14’s
In congratulating the U-14’s and their team management last week, I omitted the name of Noel Mc Closkey. Noel of course has been involved with the U-14’s for the last number of years and has played a hugely important role in all of their successes. My apologies for the oversight Noel. We also want to say a word of thanks to all of the parents of the players for making themselves available to drive to games throughout the year saving the club a considerable amount on transport costs. Míle buíochas daoibh go léir ar son CLG Barr na Cúille.

Thousand Point Challenge
A staple of the underage club’s annual activity for the past number of years has been the Thousand Point Challenge. This year it is due to take place at the end of August. Sponsorship cards are already in circulation and all funds raised will go towards our underage teams so please give as generously as you can afford to.

U-16 Championship
The U-16 Championship gets underway on Friday week, August 21st and our first game will be against Aughavas.

Minor Championship
The Minors are in action this Wednesday evening (August 12th) as they play St Caillins in Dromod at 7pm. The following Wednesday (19th) Glenfarne are the visitors to Dromod.

News 03 - 08 - 09

2009-08-05T17:39:00.000+01:00

U-14 Title
Pride of place this week to our wonderful U-14 team who captured the 9-a-side title on Friday evening last when they overcame a gallant Glenfarne team in an entertaining and sporting final in Leitrim village. It has been an excellent year for the boys at this level and they worked tremendously hard throughout the championship to maintain their unbeaten record. They have also been very sporting throughout and this is every bit as important as winning titles.
Congratulations to team manager Seamus Mallon and to the entire panel of Shane Sullivan, Brian Duffy, Liam Mulligan, Robert O'Beirne, Ciaran Campbell, Sean Muldowney, Ronan Mulligan, Kevin Shanley, Dillon Hackett, Fergal Hackett, Gearoid Mulligan, Kevin Mulligan, Liam Jones and Karl Mallon.

Senior Championship
Carrigallen made the Bors fight all the way in a tight game at Cloone on Saturday evening last. Bornacoola made the early running and led by 0-6 to 0-3 midway through the first half. However Carrigallen rattled off 1-3 without reply to take a three point lead into the break. An excellent opening ten minutes to the second half saw the Bors register six unanswered scores and despite some late Carrigallen pressure, we held on for a 0-14 to 1-9 victory.
Team and Scorers: Feargal Mc Gill, Damian Mc Guinness, Seamus Mallon, Jason Conroy, John Mc Guinness, Morgan Shanley (0-1), Conor Mc Cauley, Michael Duignan (0-2), Colm Farrell, David O Connor (0-1), Niall O Connor (0-1), Feargal Howard, Brian Conroy (0-1), Mark Mc Closkey (0-4) and Philip Howard (0-4). Sub: Niall Mc Gowan. Our second game in the group takes place this weekend when we face Aughnasheelin in Cloone on Saturday evening at 7.15pm.

Ladies Final
The ladies played Glencar/Manorhamilton in the 9-a-side final in Leitrim village on Saturday last. Unfortunately for our girls, they never really got into their stride as Glencar/Manor dominated throughout and recorded a comfortable victory. Nonetheless, the girls have made a lot of progress this year and there is still plenty of football to come as they look forward to the championship.

Junior Championship
The Junior A team got their championship underway on Bank Holiday Monday when they played Melvin Gaels in Leitrim village. A great start from Bornacoola left us six points up at half time having played with a strong breeze. Melvin Gaels rallied strongly in the second half however and the game finished in a 0-10 to 0-10 draw. They now take on St Mary’s next Sunday at 6pm in Ballinamore.

Minor Championship
Our next game in the Minor Championship will be on Wednesday, August 12th in Dromod where St Caillins will be the opposition.

News 31 - 07 - 09

2009-07-31T08:18:00.000+01:00

Masonite Senior Football Championship
The Championship gets underway for the Bors this Saturday evening when we play Carrigallen in Cloone at 7.30pm. Carrigallen enjoyed a comprehensive victory at the weekend over Aughnasheeln, who are the third team in the group, and will prove a very difficult proposition for the Bors. As always, your support is appreciated and the game is preceded by the meeting of Kiltubrid and Sean O Heslins at 6pm.

U-14’s in Final
The U-14 team produced a terrific display in a nail biting encounter with Aughnasheelin on Friday evening last. Despite a late goal by the Aughnasheelin boys, the Bors held their nerve in the closing minutes to secure a single point victory. The win ensures a place for the Bors in the u-14 9-a-side final which will take place this Friday evening and will be against Glenfarne. At the time of writing, venue and throw-in time have yet to be confirmed.
However, the players on duty for Bornacoola in the final will include Shane Sullivan, Brian Duffy, Liam Mulligan, Robert O'Berne, Ciaran Cambell, Sean Muldowney, Ronan Mulligan, Kevin Shanley, Dillon Hackett, Fergal Hackett, Gearoid Mulligan, Kevin Mulligan, Liam Jones and Karl Mallon. Best of luck to all involved.

Minor Championship
The Minor team suffered a heavy defeat to Gortletteragh on Wednesday night last. This Wednesday (July 29th) they face Kiltubrid in Drumcong in a game that will have a 7pm throw-in.

Correction
In last week’s notes, I omitted the names of James Mc Keon and Brendan Duignan from the management team for the Division 4 campaign. My apologies to the lads; no doubt they’ll let me hear about it over the next few weeks!

Ladies 9-a-side Final
It’s a big weekend for our Ladies team also as they travel to Leitrim village on Saturday afternoon to play in the Ladies 9-a-side final. The girls have been training diligently for the past number of weeks and their appearance in the final is worthy reward for their hard work under the guidance of Vinny Canning and Sean Mc Cauley. The throw-in on Saturday is 5pm leaving Bornacoola supporters ample time to take in both this game and the men’s championship opener in Cloone at 7.30pm. Our thanks to Derek Hunt for sponsoring tops for the panel.

Junior Championship
The Junior A team begin their championship campaign this Bank Holiday Monday as they take on Melvin Gaels in Leitrim village at 2pm. The game is part of a double header and will be followed by the meeting of Drumkeerin and Gortletteragh at 3.30pm.

Leitrim Bórd na nÓg
Tickets for the Leitrim Bord na nÓg fundraising draw for 2009 are currently available from club members and among the prizes on offer are tickets to the All Ireland finals. Tickets only €5 each.

Congratulations
Well done to Bornacoola U-12 star Ronan Mulligan who was selected to play in the half time mini games at the Connacht final recently.

News 22 - 07 - 09

2009-07-22T08:40:00.002+01:00

Masonite Senior League
We travelled to Manorhamilton on Sunday last for our penultimate game in Division 1 of the Masonite Senior League. A poor first half performance from Bornacoola left the home side 1-8 to 0-3 ahead at the break. A second half goal from Colm Farrell gave the Bors a glimmer of hope as the margin was closed to four points at one stage, but Glencar/Manor closed out the game for a comfortable 1-13 to 1-6 victory. Team was: Feargal Mc Gill, Damian Mc Guinness, Seamus Mallon, Jason Conroy, John Mc Guinness, Conor Mc Cauley, Niall Mc Gowan, Michael Duignan (0-2), Colm Farrell (1-0), Trevor Howard, David O Connor, Feargal Howard, Brian Conroy, Mark Mc Closkey (0-4) and Declan Shanley. Subs used: Jonathan Duffy, Mervyn Howard, Morgan Shanley. With only one game remaining in the league against St Marys, Bornacoola have it all to do to avoid relegation to Division 2 for the first time since 1997.

U-14 Championship
The U-14’s had no game this week but will face Aughnasheelin on Friday night next in Aughnasheelin at 7pm when they will be hoping to build on the three straight victories already earned in their group.

Division 4
The 3rd team travelled to Manorhamilton needing at least a draw to have a chance of staying in the division. Playing with a lot of pride, they battled hard throughout and managed to earn a 0-11 to 0-11 draw. It remains to be seen whether this will be enough to avoid relegation, but at least the lads have given themselves a fighting chance and indeed played some very good football in their first year in Division 4. Well done to all involved and a special word of thanks to the management team of Michael Mallon and Seoirse Reynolds for their efforts throughout the year.

Minor Championship
The Minors are in action in Cornageeha this Wednesday (July 22nd) when they play Gortletteragh at 7pm.

Club Draw
The Club Draw takes place this Saturday night in the Copper Still with music by the one and only Tom Moran. As always a great night’s entertainment guaranteed.

U-12 Blitz
The U-12 blitz continues on Monday night next, July 27th when Annaduff travel to Dromod to take on the young Bors. The action gets underway at 7pm; if you haven’t been to one of the blitz evenings yet, it is well worth your while to go along and see the excellent work that is being carried out with underage players in Leitrim. There is some great football to enjoy and a real sporting atmosphere prevails. .

News - 14 - 07 - 09

2009-07-14T07:13:00.000+01:00

Senior League
A well taken first half goal from Brian Conroy was the key score in earning the senior team a draw in an entertaining Masonite League Division 1 clash in Dromod on Sunday last. Bornacoola had some late chances to claim both points on offer but on balance a draw on a scoreline of 1-8 to 0-11 was a fair result.
Team on duty Bobby Shanley, Jason Conroy, Seamus Mallon, Damian Mc Guinness, John Mc Guinness, Conor Mc Cauley, Niall Mc Gowan, Michael Duignan (0-2), David O Connor, Mervyn Howard, Trevor Howard (0-1), Jonathan Duffy (0-1), Brian Conroy (1-0), Mark Mc Closkey (0-4) and Declan Shanley. Subs used: Robert Moran and Paul Hackett. This weekend we face a difficult trip to the Bee Park on Sunday for a 1pm throw in against County Champions Glencar/Manorhamilton.

Division 4
Aughawillan’s 2nd team proved too strong for the Bor third string in Dromod on Sunday as their sharper forward line delivered a 2-15 to 2-6 victory.
Team on duty was: Damian Mc Gowan, John Shanley, Christy Bohan, Brendan Duignan, John Mc Govern, Brian Reilly, Mervyn Howard, Bobby Shanley, Paul Hackett, Alan Croghan, John Bohan, Ollie Vaughan, David Mulligan, Kevin Mallon and Aidan Reilly. This Sunday, Glencar/Manorhamilton are the opposition in the Bee Park at 2.30pm. In what is our last game of the season, a win is vital if the boys are to have any chance of avoiding relegation.

U-12 News
Well done to the U-12’s who were in action against Mohill last week. This weekend they travel to Drumkeerin on Saturday for a 12noon throw in with the bus leaving the park at 11am. On Monday July 20th, Aughnasheelin visit the park at 7pm for the latest round of the blitz.

Ladies News
The Ladies team enjoyed a good victory over Gortletteragh in Cornageeha on Sunday morning last in the Intermediate B Championship. In a game that was notable for the number of goals scored, it was the Bor girls who racked up seven majors to ensure an important win and progress to the semi-final of the competition.
The panel on duty was: Michelle Reilly, Sarah Duffy, Cora Mc Cauley, Méabh Duffy, Rachel Duignan, Lisa Geelan, Jillian Duignan, Charlotte Faughnan, Michelle O Beirne, Leonie Duffy, Allison Mc Keon, Kelly Howard and Fiona Reilly. Subs used: Emma Moffatt, Niamh Reynolds, Naomi Faughnan, Shannon Boyle and Tara Hackett.

U-14’s
The U-14’s maintained their unbeaten record when they proved too strong for St Osnatt’s in Dromod on Friday evening last. Only one round of fixtures left and Aughavas are the outstanding fixture for the young Bors.
The panel includes: Shane Sullivan, Brian Duffy, Liam Mulligan, Robert O'Berne, Ciaran Cambell, Sean Muldowney, Ronan Mulligan, Kevin Shanley, Dillon Hackett, Fergal Hackett, Gearoid Mulligan, Kevin Mulligan, Liam Jones and Karl Mallon. The team have a bye this week.

Minor Championship
The Minors are scheduled to play St Osnatts in the Minor Championship in Dromod on Wednesday evening at 7pm.

Ladies Underage News
Our under 12 girls Played both Aughlin Gales and Annaduff over the last week and were unlucky to lose narrowly on both occasions. With two games left in this group it is still all to play for and our girls are improving with every game.
The panel on duty recently included: Tanya Donnelly, Clara Reid, Claire Rogers, Sarah Mc Weeney, Dawn Hackett, Lauren Shanley, Roisin Donnelly, Niamh Donnelly, Shauna Diffley, Michelle Hackett, Seona Cosgrove, Hannah Mc Glynn, Cora Feeron, Tanya Boyle. Well done to Leitrim under 14s who won the all Ireland Shield B final replay in Ballymahon at the weekend, defeating Offaly on a scoreline of 3-10 to 2-2 and in particular to our own Nadine Hackett who was a member of the panel.

Best Wishes
Our best wishes to Ladies stalwart Niamh Reynolds (Esker) and fiancée Enda Delaney who are getting married this weekend. Niamh, daughter of George and Evelyn, is a primary school teacher and has been a terrific worker for the club for many years. She can currently be seen starring on the Bornacoola ladies team at the weekends. Meanwhile fiancée Enda is a devoted Laois football fan and while he also enjoys watching a bit of rugby, one suspects he gets little conversation out of brothers-in-law to be Shane and Seoirse on that particular subject!! Our best wishes to you both for long life and happiness together.

News 23 - 6 - 09

2009-06-23T07:49:00.000+01:00

Senior Shield
The Senior team finally got their Shield campaign underway on Friday night last when they travelled to Ballinamore to play Sean O Heslins. A confident performance delivered two points for the Bors as they recorded a 2-14 to 0-10 victory. This Friday night Eslin are the visitors to Dromod in the Shield and the game will throw in at 8.15pm.

Division 3
The Junior A team hosted Allen Gaels on Saturday evening last. Short a number of regulars, a ten minute spell in the first half when the Drumshanbo men recorded 1-3 without reply, proved to be the Bors undoing. Despite a number of good goal chances in both halves, Bornacoola were unable to find the net. Final Score Allen Gaels 1-9 Bornacoola 0-10

Girls School Team
Hard luck to our national schools girls team who lost the seven a side schools final on Thursday last. Despite a big effort from our girls Cloone were much the stronger side and ran out deserving winners on the day. However it was a great achievement for the Bornacoola girls to reach the final and there will no doubt be better days ahead.
The Panel involved included: Dawn Hackett, Tanya Donnelly, Clara Reid, Orla Mc Weeney, Jolene Francis, Shannon Boyle, Sarah Mc Weeney, Colleen Bohan, Claire Rogers, Celine Bolger, Lauren Shanley, Shauna Diffley, Roisin Donnelly and Niamh Donnelly.

U-12 Girls
Our Under 12 Girls got their 9 a side championship started on Saturday last against Dromahaire. In what was a very close and entertaining game the girls put in a great performance to win by two points. A number of new faces also made their first appearance and we’d like to thank Dromahaire for a most sporting game and also Mary Shanley for refereeing at short notice. The girls are next in action on Thursday evening away to Aughlin Gaels.

U-10 Boys
Our under 10 squad traveled to Gortletteragh on Wednesday evening last to play a challenge match. Once again we had some great performances all over the field with a number of players making their debuts in the black and amber. Our thanks to the Gortletteragh club for a great game.
The team was Shane Mallon, Cian Mallon, Holly Costello, Christy Sullivan, Tanya Boyle, Ciaran Mc Glynn, Hannah Mc Glynn, Jordan Cramp, Oran Mc Guinness, Christopher Healy, Cora Feeron, Brendan Feeron, Michelle Hackett, Arran Hackett, Sean Mc Goldrick, Enda Mc Goldrick and Jake Sheils.

Division 4
The long journey to Dromahaire on Sunday morning proved a fruitless one for our Junior B team as they suffered a heavy defeat to a very sharp home team. With only three games remaining, the Bors will require at least another two points to ensure survival in this Division. This Sunday, Kiltubrid visit Dromod for a 2pm throw-in.

Congratulations
Love was very much in the air in Bornacoola this week as Club Secretary Shane Reynolds and Ladies stalwart Orla Bohan announced their engagement. Shane of course had a very successful playing career with the Bors over a long number of years and captured both junior championship and league medals in the Black and Amber. After many years of the club playing in the Junior and Intermediate championships in Leitrim, I know it was a particular highlight for Shane to see the club promoted to Senior level and he was one of the stars of the Bornacoola team in 1999 that reached the County semi-final, when he lined out at wing back. Although he has never officially retired (the third team championship is only around the corner!) these days Shane’s main concentration is as Secretary of the Club. He took over this role in 2005 (from his soon to be brother-in-law Declan) and has been a most efficient and popular custodian of the post in the intervening period. Over the years Shane has been involved in absolutely every aspect of club life, even taking to the stage in Scór on occasion, and is the quintessential club man.

Like Shane, Orla played for many years for Bornacoola and I know her highlight in the Black and Amber jersey came late in the Ladies Junior final in 2004, when she came off the bench towards the end of Bornacoola’s victory over St Mary’s to earn a Junior championship medal with the club. Also like Shane, no one is quite sure if she has actually retired or not from the playing fields and one suspects she’d be available to tog out again if ever called upon by the Ladies. A keen Scor devotee, Orla is also an accomplished administrator and served on the club Executive for many years. Perhaps that’s where the romance really blossomed!! In any case, your many, many friends in the club have asked me to pass on their best wishes and congratulations to you both and we hope you have many years of happiness together.

Club Draw
The monthly club draw takes place this Saturday night in the Copper Still. Music on the night and your support as always would be greatly appreciated.

U-12 Blitz
Bornacoola host Allen Gaels in the second round of the U-12 Blitz competition on Monday evening next in the Park at 7pm.

Minor Championship
The Minor Championship kicks off on Wednesday, July 1st and Bornacoola begin with a home game against Leitrim Gaels.

News - 16 - 06 - 09

2009-06-16T09:11:00.001+01:00

Schools Final
Pride of place this week must go to the Scoil Mhuire NS Boys team who retained their Division 3 Shield Title after a pulsating final with St. Hugh’s NS, Dowra, played at St Mary’s Park Ck-on-Shannon on Saturday last on a final scoreline of 6-07 to 3-15. A last minute Ronan Mulligan goal secured the title in a game that had everything. Leading 2-06 to 1-04 at the break, the boys fell five points behind following a rip-roaring start to the second half by their opponents. Displaying tremendous spirit, they kept to their task and were rewarded for their efforts by securing the title in injury time amid great excitement.
Team: Liam Jones, Gearoid Mulligan, Brian Duffy, Fergal Hackett, Ronan Mulligan (2-2) Sean Muldowney, Joshua Francis, Robert O Beirne (1-2), Karl Mallon (0-1). Subs: Dylan Hackett (3-0), Luke Jones, Patryk Kozac, Brendan Fearon, Kevin Mulligan, Jack Keville, Dylan Rogan.

Fundraising Draw
The Park Development Fundraising Draw took place in the Shannon Key West Hotel on Saturday night last. The draw was a tremendous success and we’d like to thank all those who supported the club in this initiative. The support from the people of Bornacoola and the neighbouring parishes in particular was deeply appreciated. A special word of thanks to our Sponsors including Sean and Deirdre Farrell of Flair (who sponsored €1500 worth of furniture), the Shannon Key West Hotel and the Copper Still. We’d also like to acknowledge the hard work of Tommy Larkin and the entire finance committee and indeed to all those who sold tickets and put in such a tremendous effort on behalf of the club.

Winners were as follows: €3,000 – Gerry O Rourke (Longford), 2nd Prize – Danny Prunty (€1500 worth of furniture sponsored by Flair) 3rd Prize Danny Maguire (All Ireland Football Tickets), 4th Prize: Bobby Shanley and Gerry Gearty (Hurling Final Tickets), 5th Prize: Sarah Mc Weeney (Meal for 4 in Shannon Key West Hotel), 6th Prize: Patrick Dooner (Meal for 4 in Copper Still) and €100 each to the following: Deirdre Hanley (Rooskey), Brian Mc Laughlin (Kilglass), JJ O Rourke (Mohill) and Jimmy Darcy (Drom/Inch GAA Club, Co Tipperary)

Senior League
The Senior team turned in a hard working performance to earn a valuable two points as they secured victory over Allen Gaels in Dromod on Sunday. Despite the visitors gaoling intheir first attack of the game through Sean Mc Gourty, two goals for the Bors, both from the boot of Damian Moran, left Bornacoola 2-5 to 1-4 ahead at the interval. The game was nip and tuck throughout the second half, but Bornacoola’s ability to respond each time the Gaels registered scores was vital in ensuring a 2-12 to 1-10 victory.
Team and scorers: Feargal Mc Gill, Seamus Mallon, Conor Mc Cauley, Jason Conroy, Mervyn Howard, Morgan Shanley, Niall O Connor, Michael Duignan (0-1), David O Connor (0-2), Declan Shanley, Sean Mc Keon (0-2), Philip Howard, Brian Conroy (0-2), Damian Moran (2-1), Mark Mc Closkey (0-2). Subs used: Niall Mc Gowan, Ollie Vaughan (0-1), Fergal Howard and Damian Mc Guinness.

Ladies in Final
The Ladies team were in action against Ballinaglera at the weekend and secured a great victory on a scoreline of 8-11 to 2-8 to progress to the 9-a-side final. Well done to coaches Sean Mc Cauley and Vincent Canning and to all the girls who have been working very hard over the last few months.
The team at the weekend was MMichelle Reilly, Sarah Duffy, Rachel Duignan, Niamh Reynolds, Jillian Duignan 0-1, Charlotte Faughnan 1-2, Fiona Reilly 2-3, Leonie Duffy 0-2 Kelly Howard 2-2, Subs used: Cora Mc Cauley, Shannon Boyle, Allison Mc Keon, Jessica Mc Keon, Michelle O Beirne 1-1, Lisa Geelan 2-0, Coleen Bohan, Susan Shanley

Division 4
The Junior B team were most unfortunate not to take a victory from their meeting with Allen Gaels last Sunday but in the end up had to be happy to settle for a draw on a scoreline of 2-5 to 1-8.
The Bornacoola team was Kevin Mallon, Sean Ryan, Brian Reilly, Brendan Duignan, John Shanley, Bobby Shanley, John Mc Govern, John Bohan, Damian Moran, Ollie Vaughan, Aidan Reilly, Mervyn Howard, Alan Croghan, Damian Mc Gowan and David Mulligan. With three games remaining, the lads are hovering just above the relegation zone, so a few more points in the coming weeks will be vital.

This Week’s Fixtures
A busy weekend for our adult teams kicks off on Friday evening when the Senior team are in Shield action against Sean O Heslins in Ballinamore at 8.15pm. On Saturday, the Division 3 team play Allen Gaels in Dromod at 6.30pm while on Sunday, the Division 4 team make the journey to Dromahaire for a 2pm throw in.

U-12 Blitz
The U-12 blitzes will be taking place every Monday for the next six weeks. The youngsters of Annaduff and Bornacoola will get the action underway next Monday night in Annaduff at 7pm and in the coming weeks we will also be meeting with Aughnasheelin, Allen Gaels, Mohill and Drumkeerin. The Blitz model is intended to ensure full participation with all players guaranteed to get a game. Players are limited to 2 plays of the ball (i.e 1 solo 1 hop or 2 solos) and then they must release the ball. All games are played across the pitch with 2 games at the same time where there are enough players to play. Games can be 7, 8, 9, 10 etc a side and all scores are of equal value. Well worth going along on Monday night to see this initiative in action.

U-14 Championship
The U-14 Championship gets underway for Bornacoola on June 26th with a home game against Glenfarne. Games will take place every Friday evening until July 24th, with Bornacoola due to have a bye on the week of July 17th. The other teams in the group are St Osnatt;s, Aughavas and Aughnasheelin.

U-16 Championship
At U-16 level we find ourselves in a group with Aughavas, Annaduff and Leitrim Gaels. The competition will get underway on August 14th.

Minor Championship
The Minor Championship gets underway for the Bors on July 1st with a home game against Leitrim Gaels. Games will be on Wednesday evenings (July 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th and August 12th and 19th) and opposition will include Kiltubrid, St Caillins, Glenfarne, Leitrim Gaels, Gortletteragh, St Osnatt’s and Aughavas.

Leitrim Ladies
Congratulations to Nadine Hackett who is on the Leitrim Ladies Under 14 panel that qualified for the All Ireland Under 14 B Shield Final with a 6-15 to 0-6 win over Fermanagh on Sunday last. The final will be played in two weeks time against Offaly

News 08 - 06 - 09

2009-06-08T11:38:00.001+01:00

School Success
The Bornacoola Girls national school team have qualified for the seven a side final where they will play Cloone. This game is due to be played on Thursday week, June 18th. It is a great achievement to get to the final so we wish the girls all the best and hope to see lots of support on the day.

Senior League
A late goal for Drumreilly denied Bornacoola two vital league points in the Masonite Division 1 league game in Carrickmakeegan on Saturday evening last as the home side edged out the Bors by 1-5 to 0-7. Team and scorers were: Feargal Mc Gill, Jason Conroy, Conor Mc Cauley, John Mc Guinness, Mervyn Howard, Morgan Shanley (0-1), Niall O Connor (0-1), David O Connor, Damian Moran (0-1), Declan Shanley, Mark Mc Closkey (0-1), Trevor Howard, Brian Conroy, Michael Duignan (0-2) and Sean Mc Keon (0-1). Subs used Oliver Vaughan and Philip Howard. Our next league fixture is this Sunday when Allen Gaels visit Dromod for a 1.30pm throw-in.

Ladies News
The Ladies team enjoyed a great victory over St Mary’s recently in the 9-a-side league and are now through to the semi-final of the competition where they are due to meet Ballinaglera. The girls have been working very hard of late and were good value for their 2-11 to 3-5 victory over the Carrick girls.
The team on duty was: Michelle Reilly, Sarah Duffy, Niamh Reynolds, Charlotte Faughnan, Leonie Duffy, Jillian Duignan, Fiona Reilly, Kelly Howard and Michelle O Beirne. Subs used included Emma Moffatt, Lisa Geelan, Nadine Hackett, Tara Hackett, Alison Mc Keon, Jessica Mc Keon, Shannon Boyle.

Division 3
The Junior A team put in a strong performance against St Caillin’s first team in Division 3 of the league on Sunday last but unfortunately came up just short on a final scoreline of 2-11 to 1-10.
The team on duty was: Gerry Gearty, John Reynolds, Brian Reilly, Brendan Duignan, Mervyn Howard, Shane Conroy, Damian Mc Guinness, Bobby Shanley, Feargal Howard (0-4), Damian Moran (0-3), Declan Shanley, Niall Mc Gowan (0-2), John Bohan, Brian Conroy and Ollie Vaughan (1-1). Subs used: Aidan Reilly, Alan Croghan and David Mulligan.

Development Draw
The pitch development draw takes place in the Shannon Key West Hotel on Saturday night next. Anyone with outstanding tickets (sold or unsold) are asked to return them to Tommy Larkin at the GAA grounds on Friday evening next between 8 and 9 O Clock.

Division 4
The Division 4 team play Allen Gaels this Sunday.

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News 02 - 06 - 09

2009-06-02T13:08:00.000+01:00

Junior League
The Division 3 team traveled to Carrick on Saturday night last and in excellent weather conditions produced their best performance of the season in recording a 1-13 to 0-6 victory. Although playing in a division that includes a number of first team outfits, Bornacoola have enjoyed a good run at this level so far in 2009 and are currently up to 3rd in the Division. This Sunday, the boys play Fenagh at 2pm in Dromod.

Park Development Draw
All ticket sellers are asked to ensure that any outstanding tickets and money are returned to Tommy Larkin at the pitch on Friday evening next between 8 and 9 o’clock. Tickets for the draw are still on sale priced at €20 each with a top prize of €3,000 in cash and a host of excellent runners up prizes also on offer

Division 4
The Division 4 team played Leitrim Gaels on Sunday morning last, eventually losing an entertaining game by 2-11 to 2-4. No game at this level this weekend.

Senior League
The Senior team return to league action this Saturday evening when they make the journey to Carrickmakeegan to play Drumreilly at 6.30pm.

News 25 - 05 - 09

2009-05-25T11:56:00.001+01:00

Division 4
The Division 4 team’s early season heroics have been somewhat dented by a number of injuries to key players and form over the past couple of weeks has not been as impressive as in the early rounds of the league. Last Sunday, they made the journey to Ballinaglera but never really got out of the blocks as the home side were impressive in recording a 1-14 to 0-7 victory. Next weekend, the boys will hope to get the train back on the tracks as they travel to Leitrim Gaels on Sunday morning for an 11am throw in.

Club Draw
The Club Draw takes place on Saturday night next in the Copper Still. Music will be by Ronnie Duignan and as it is a Bank Holiday weekend and comes only hours before the Leitrim/Roscommon game, a big crowd and a great night’s entertainment is guaranteed.

Fundraising Draw
Tickets for our Park Development fundraiser have been selling very well of late and we’ve extended the deadline for return of tickets to this Friday. All sellers are asked to return their sold tickets to Tommy Larkin at the dressing rooms on this Friday evening between 8 and 9 o’clock. All funds generated from the draw will go towards the Development and the upkeep of our facilities in Dromod for the benefit of all in the parish.
Priced at €20 each, there are a range of excellent prizes on offer including: 1st €3000, 2nd €1500 voucher sponsored by Sean and Deidre Farrell “Flair”, 3rd Two All Ireland Football tickets, 4th Two All Ireland Hurling tickets, 5th Dinner for 4 in Flynn’s Shannon Key West hotel, 6th Dinner for four in the Copper still, Dromod plus five more prizes of €100 each.

Pitch Works
We’d ask all team mentors and trainers to note that our pitch is currently closed to all teams as work on the surface is ongoing. It will hopefully reopen for action again in a couple of weeks.

Underage matters
Our under 10 team were in action in Ballinamore recently where they played a most enjoyable game with the hosts and there were some great performances from our young stars. Thank you to Ballinamore for a very enjoyable evening.
Meanwhile, our girls school team have played four of their five games and have won three and lost just one. With just one game left they are in with a great shout of appearing in the final. The under 14 girls have played two matches and despite two good performances they came out on the losing side.
Finally, first Holy Communion was held in St Michaels Church Bornacoola on Sunday week last. The Children who received the sacrament were Aarron Hackett, Sean Conboy, Orran Mc Guinness, Callum Kidd, Rebbecca Banet, Tanya Boyle, Raithna Duffy and Aoibhinn Reynolds. Well done to you all

Division 3
The Junior A team travel to Carrick-on-Shannnon on Saturday evening where they will face St Mary’s at 6.30pm.

Leitrim v Roscommon
Tickets for the game are currently available from Hunt’s Supermarket and the Copper Still and will be available until Friday evening. We’d advise you to purchase in advance for what should be a thrilling championship game and a very large crowd is expected in Páirc Seán on Sunday. Our best wishes to all of the Leitrim lads but in particular to our own Gary Mc Closkey and David O Connor who will be hoping to help Leitrim to a famous victory.

News 18 - 05 - 09

2009-05-18T13:12:00.000+01:00

U12 Blitz
The U-12’s have been quietly preparing for the County U 12 Blitz which will get underway on June 22nd. The young Bors will be in a section that includes Annaduff, Allen Gaels, Aughnasheelin, Mohill and Drumkeerin. The Blitz concept is all about participation and every player that turns up is assured of getting a game.

Division 4
Heavy underfoot conditions made attractive football difficult as our third team took on Melvin Gaels in Dromod on Sunday last. Despite this, there was some exciting action and plenty of goals as the North Leitrim team returned to Kinlough with both league points following a 3-10 to 1-7 victory. Next Sunday, the boys are at home to Ballinaglera at 12noon.

Senior Shield
The Senior Shield game with Sean O Heslins scheduled for last weekend was postponed to due the weather. This Saturday, the Bors travel north to Dromahaire on Saturday evening for a 6.30pm throw-in.

Fundraising Draw
Tickets for our Park Development fundraiser have been selling very well of late. All sellers are asked to return their sold tickets to Tommy Larkin at the pitch on Friday evening next between 8 and 9 o’clock. All funds generated from the draw will go towards the Development and the upkeep of our facilities in Dromod for the benefit of all in the parish.
Priced at €20 each, there are a range of excellent prizes on offer including: 1st €3000, 2nd €1500 voucher sponsored by Sean and Deidre Farrell “Flair”, 3rd Two All Ireland Football tickets, 4th Two All Ireland Hurling tickets, 5th Dinner for 4 in Flynn’s Shannon Key West hotel, 6th Dinner for four in the Copper still, Dromod plus five more prizes of €100 each.

Lá na gClub
I’d be obliged if anyone with pictures from La na gClub last week would email them to myself – fergal.mcgill@gaa.ie as we would like to keep them for historical purposes.

Ladies 9-a-side
Well done to the Ladies 9-a-side team who defeated Gortletteragh at the weekend on a scoreline of 2-15 to 1-3.

3rd Level Exams
Our best wishes to all those in the club who are currently doing 3rd level exams.

News 13 - 05 - 09

2009-05-13T09:24:00.000+01:00

Lá na gClub
Magnificent sunshine and the nicest day of the year so far set the scene for Lá na gClub and our 125 year celebrations at the pitch in Dromod on Sunday last. It was a great occasion with over 200 parishioners enjoying the open air mass, flag raising ceremony, Sports, the Scór acts and underage blitzes. Well done to everyone who was involved in organising the day and in particular to Fr Gerry O’Brien, all those who worked on Bank Holiday Monday and again last Saturday to get the grounds ready for our celebrations, those who made sandwiches and other refreshments, Oliver Kelleher in Castlebar for providing medals for the underage games, Jacqui Muldowney for organising the sports and to everyone who helped in any way in organising what was a wonderful day for the community. Bhíomar go léir an bhródúil de Domhnaigh as an lá agus an club go ginearálta. Go raibh míle maith agaibh.

Fixtures
Last weekend’s scheduled games in Division 3 and 4 were cancelled due to our pitch being unplayable. This Saturday, the Senior team are in Shield action against Sean O Heslins in Ballinamore on Saturday evening at 6.30pm while on Sunday, the Division 4 team meet Melvin Gaels in Dromod at 2pm.

Fundraising Draw
Tickets for our Park Development fundraiser are currently available from all members of the club and of course the finance generated will ensure the upkeep of our facilities in Dromod for the benefit of all in the parish. Priced at €20 each, there are a range of excellent prizes on offer including: 1st €3000, 2nd €1500 voucher sponsored by Sean and Deidre Farrell “Flair”, 3rd Two All Ireland Football tickets, 4th Two All Ireland Hurling tickets, 5th Dinner for 4 in Flynn’s Shannon Key West hotel, 6th Dinner for four in the Copper still, Dromod plus five more prizes of €100 each. We would ask every club member to put in a special effort to make this venture a success.

Junior Championship
Our best wishes to John Mc Guinness who will be part of the Leitrim panel to take on Mayo in the Connacht Junior Championship semi-final on Friday evening next in Páirc Seán, so get along and support John and the lads if you can.

News 27 - 04 - 09

2009-04-27T17:42:00.000+01:00

Senior League
Gortletteragh proved much the better side as we suffered another disappointing reversal in Division 1 of the league on Saturday night last.
The team on duty was: Feargal Mc Gill, Damian Mc Guinness, Conor Mc Cauley, Jason Conroy, John Mc Guinness, Morgan Shanley (0-1), Mervyn Howard (0-1), Colm Farrell, Paul Hackett, Trevor Howard, Mark Mc Closkey (0-6), Shane Conroy, Ollie Vaughan (0-1), David O Connor and Sean Mc Keon. Subs used: Declan Shanley, Jonathan Duffy, Damian Moran and Aidan Reilly. This Saturday afternoon we travel to Mohill for a 3.30pm throw-in.

Under 16 League
The Under 16 team played their final league game on Tuesday evening last in the 11-a-side league and were defeated by a stronger Aughavas team on a scoreline of 4-09 to 3-04. Team and scorers: Shane Sullivan, Conor McWeeney, Daniel Farrell, Ciaran Campbell, Barry Reid, Roy Keenan (Capt) 1-01, Mark Muldowney 1-0, Kevin Shanley 1-0, Tony Shanley 0-1, Anthony Mulligan (0-1) Conor Hackett (0-1) subs used Ian Mulligan and Liam Mulligan. Thanks to John Muldowney and Henry Faughnan for their continued work with the lads.

Congratulations
Everyone in the club sends their congratulations to Leitrim panellist and Bornacoola player John Mc Guinness who announced his engagement to long time girlfriend Fiona Byrne from Cork at the weekend. Fiona is a huge Cork GAA fan but has become a regular attendee at Bornacoola games over the last number of years. John’s commitment to the club in a lengthy playing career has been exemplary as he regularly travelled back from romantic rendezvous in the Rebel County to pull on the Black and Amber. Long may it continue and our best wishes to you both for long life and happiness together.

Fixtures
A busy week ahead for Bornacoola teams. On Friday, the U-14’s travel to Leitrim Gaels; on Saturday afternoon the Senior team play Mohill at 3.30pm. On Sunday, the Junior A team have a 2pm appointment in Division 3 of the league in Annaduff and on Bank Holiday Monday, it’s the turn of our Junior B’s who play St Mary’s in Division 4.

Fundraising Draw
Tickets for our Park Development fundraiser are currently available from all members of the club and of course the finance generated will ensure the upkeep of our facilities in Dromod for the benefit of all in the parish. Priced at €20 each, there are a range of excellent prizes on offer including: 1st €3000, 2nd €1500 voucher sponsored by Sean and Deidre Farrell “Flair”, 3rd Two All Ireland Football tickets, 4th Two All Ireland Hurling tickets, 5th Dinner for 4 in Flynn’s Shannon Key West hotel, 6th Dinner for four in the Copper still, Dromod plus five more prizes of €100 each.

News 20 - 04 - 09

2009-04-20T15:20:00.000+01:00

Senior League
We made the long trip to Melvin Gaels on Saturday night last. Minus a number of regulars, an early injury which forced the withdrawal of Michael Duignan left the Bors with an uphill struggle. Trailing by 9 points at half time, Bornacoola made a brave attempt to get back into the game but despite creating a number of goal chances, were unable to raise the green flag that might have turned the game in their favour. Two goals for the Gaels in the closing minutes ensured what was ultimately a deserved victory for the Kinlough club. Our thanks to Melvin Gaels for their hospitality after the game.
Team on duty was: Gerry Gearty, Damian Mc Guinness, Conor Mc Cauley (0-2), Jason Conroy, John Mc Guinness (0-1), Morgan Shanley, Mervyn Howard, Michael Duignan, Colm Farrell, Trevor Howard (0-1), Feargal Howard, Declan Shanley (0-1), Ollie Vaughan, Brian Conroy (0-2) and Sean Mc Keon. Subs used: Jonathan Duffy and Aidan Reilly. This Saturday evening we play Gortletteragh in Dromod in at 6.30pm

Division 3
The Junior A team were in action in Dromod on Sunday morning last when they met a very strong Ballinaglera outfit. Enjoying an exceptional first half, the Bors went to the dressing room two points to the good. However, with nine of the team having played in Kinlough in very warm conditions the previous evening, the Bors visibly tired in the second half as Glera began to find their accuracy and a string of well taken scores ensured a comfortable 0-14 to 0-6 victory for the visitors.
Bornacoola team was: Feargal Mc Gill, Sean Ryan, Seamus Mallon, Brendan Duignan, Damian Mc Guinness, Shane Conroy, Mervyn Howard, Feargal Howard, Damian Moran, Jonathan Duffy, Declan Shanley, Aidan Reilly, Ollie Vaughan, Brian Conroy and Brian Reilly. Subs used: John Bohan, Alan Croghan.

U-14 Boys
The U-14 team suffered defeat against Gortletteragh last week. However, it was a most encouraging performance and the very positive onfield attitude of the players was most notable. The panel on duty included Shane Sullivan Ciaran Campbell, Dillon Hackett, Fergal Hackett, Robert O’Beirne, Kevin Shanley, Liam Mulligan, Karl Mallon, Gearoid Mulligan, Ronan Mulligan, Brian Duffy, Liam Jones, Patrick Kozack, Kevin Mulligan

Fundraising Draw
I’m told that tickets for the Club’s upcoming fundraising draw are beginning to sell like hot cakes. They are available from all members of the club and of course the finance generated will ensure the upkeep of our facilities in Dromod for the benefit of all in the parish. Priced at €20 each, there are a range of excellent prizes on offer including: 1st €3000, 2nd €1500 voucher sponsored by Sean and Deidre Farrell “Flair”, 3rd Two All Ireland Football tickets, 4th Two All Ireland Hurling tickets, 5th Dinner for 4 in Flynn’s Shannon Key West hotel, 6th Dinner for four in the Copper still, Dromod plus five more prizes of €100 each. We would ask every club member to put in a special effort to make this venture a success.

Ladies News
The Ladies were due to play Ballinamore last weekend, but that game was cancelled. On Bank Holiday Monday they played a very mobile Dromahaire team in Dromod and it was the North Leitrim girls who emerged victorious. The girls will more than likely be in action this weekend – check fixtures sections of the local papers for information.

All Ireland Success
We were delighted to be the first to extend a congratulatory Céad Míle Fáilte to the Sean O Heslins Novelty Act that won the Scór All Ireland title in Killarney at the weekend. The victorious troupe were welcomed at Cloonturk by a large contingent of Bors and well wishers from across Leitrim. Comhghairdeas ó chroí ó gach duine i mBarr na Cúille.

Division 4
Our third team play Dromahaire in Division 4 this weekend. Please check with management for time and venue details.

News 06 - 04 - 09

2009-04-06T10:53:00.002+01:00

Senior League
An understrength Bornaccola enjoyed an excellent three point victory over Aughawillan on Saturday last in Division 1 of the Masonite Senior league. The Bors lead through most of the game, but a late surge from Aughawillan almost yielded a draw for the visitors as a last minute penalty came back off the post as the Bors held on for a 0-9 to 0-6 victory.
Team: Feargal Mc Gill, Jason Conroy, Conor Mc Cauley, Damian Mc Guinness, Mervyn Howard, Morgan Shanley, John Mc Guinness (0-1), Michael Duignan, Paul Hackett (0-1), Trevor Howard, Ollie Vaughan (0-1), Jonathan Duffy, Sean Mc Keon (0-1), Brian Conroy (0-2), Mark Mc Closkey (0-3). Subs used: Damian Moran, Seamus Mallon, Declan Shanley

U-14 League
The U-14’s played Kiltubrid on Friday evening, and produced a terrific second half display. Unfortunately their territorial dominance in that period wasn’t reflected on the scoreboard and a wonderful display from the Kiltubrid keeper ensured they held out for a 4-5 to 0-8 win in a most entertaining game.
Bornacoola players on duty were: Shane Sullivan Ciaran Campbell, Dillon Hackett, Fergal Hackett, Robert O’Beirne, Kevin Shanley, Liam Mulligan, Karl Mallon, Gearoid Mulligan, Ronan Mulligan, Brian Duffy, Liam Jones, Patrick Kozack, Kevin Mulligan

40 Years of Scór
Well done to all involved with Scór Liatroma for their exceptional organisation of a concert to celebrate 40 years of Scór Liatroma in Ballinamore on Saturday last. Bornacoola were well represented with former All Ireland Recitation winner Aidan Dockery performing superbly on the night and the Connacht title winning Ballad Group from 1983 (featuring Tom Moran, Sean Mc Gowan, Anne Keenan, Philomena Mulligan and Feargal Mc Gill – representing the late Cormac) also on stage. However, it was the successful Set Dancers from the mid-80’s who really brought the house down with Patricia Mc Goldrick, Anne Keenan, Philomena Mulligan, Martina Hackett (in place of the unavailable Teresa Duignan), Micheal Mc Gowan, Sean Beirne, Seoirse Reynolds (in place of an injured Tommy Larkin) and Gerard Mulligan turning back the years to provide a fabulous performance. Comhghairdeas daoibh go léir is do gach duine a bhfuil baint acu le Scór Liatroma i mbliana is tríd dhá scór mbliana den chomórtais.

Club Draw
The Club Draw was held in the Shannon Key West Hotel on Saturday night last. Winners were: Eur100 Mae Mc Gushin Eur20 Joesephine Mc Gushin, Pauline Hanley, John Duffy Pat Farrell (Dromod) and Benny Kenny.

Division 3
The Division 3 team played their third game of the competition on Sunday last when they took on Drumkeerin in the Park. A goal from early substitute Alan Croghan helped the Bors to a commanding half time lead of eight points. However, the introduction of Francis Davitt saw a re-energised Drumkeerin in the second half and a terrific comeback from the visitors saw them come up just short as the Bors held on for a 1-12 to 0-11 victory.
Team: Gerry Gearty, John Reynolds, Seamus Mallon, Sean Ryan, Damian Mc Guinness, Brendan Duignan, Mervyn Howard, Feargal Howard, Paul Hackett, Jonathan Duffy, Shane Conroy, Damian Moran, Declan Shanley, Brian Conroy and Ollie Vaughan . Sub used: Alan Croghan

Ladies News
The Ladies team enjoyed a good victory over Fenagh in a challenge game at the weekend.

U-16 League
The U-16’s travel to Aughavas on Good Friday to play the home side in a game that will throw in at 7pm.

Fundraising Draw
The Club will be holding a fundraising draw in the coming weeks. Tickets are currently on sale priced at €20 each. There are a range of excellent prizes on offer including: 1st €3000, 2nd €1500 voucher sponsored by Sean and Deidre Farrell “Flair”, 3rd Two All Ireland Football tickets, 4th Two All Ireland Hurling tickets, 5th Dinner for 4 in Flynn’s Shannon Key West hotel, 6th Dinner for four in the Copper still, Dromod plus five more prizes of €100 each. We would ask every club member to put in a special effort to make this venture a success.

Rehab People of the Year
Our congratulations to Rosari Gearty and Geraldine Moran on their nomination for the Rehab Leitrim People of the Year awards. The two popular Bornacoola ladies received their award because of their outstanding voluntary work in the parish with respect to CPR training and the use of Defibrillators. All in the club are very proud of your achievements in this area and indeed the parish owes you both a great debt of gratitude. The awards will be presented at a Banquet in the Bush Hotel on Saturday night, April 25th.

News 30 - 03 - 09

2009-03-30T11:04:00.001+01:00

Senior Team Matters
The Senior team have been drawn with Carrigallen and Aughnasheelin in the 2009 Masonite Senior Championship. On Sunday afternoon last, the lads played Oldcastle and enjoyed an encouraging victory. Our thanks to the Meath side for providing an excellent work out. Next Saturday evening the lads are at home to Aughawillan in a Division 1 league meeting that will have a 6pm throw-in.

Club Draw
This month’s club draw takes place next Saturday night in the Shannon Key West. Music and house draw on the night.

Underage Training
Training for our underage players continues every Saturday morning at 11am. The numbers attending have been outstanding so far.

Scór
Our Question Time team were denied what would have been a historic fourth Connacht Title in a row when they were pipped by just 2 marks in last Sunday’s Connacht final in Elphin by Roscommon champions Clan na nGael. Well done once again to our team of Aidan Dockery, Louise Staunton and Liam Rabbitte and no doubt they’ll be back next year in search of another title. It was however a good night for Leitrim as the Sean O Heslins novelty act and the figure dancers from Glencar/Manorhamilton advanced to the All Ireland finals. In addition, the Cormac Mc Gill memorial trophy was presented for the first time to Leitrim as the overall County winners in Connacht. The trophy was presented by Connacht Council and named after our late club man Cormac.
Meanwhile, this Friday night, a concert celebrating 40 years of Scor Liatroma will take place in Ballinamore Community Centre at 8.30pm. The concert will see many of the great Scór acts of the past taking part including the Bornacoola Ballad group from 1983 (which will include Sean Mc Gowan, Tom Moran, Philomena Mulligan, Anne Keenan – nee Mulligan and Feargal Mc Gill in place of his father Cormac) and the Set Dancers of the mid 80’s that dominated Connacht for many years. I understand the Set Dance team on Friday night will feature Anne and Philomena, Patricia Mc Goldrick (nee Reilly), Martina Hackett (in place of Teresa Duignan who unfortunately is unavailable on the night), Tommy Larkin, Sean Beirne, Gerard Mulligan, Micheal Mc Gowan. It should be a night not to be missed.

Junior A
The Junior A team travel to Drumkeerin on Sunday next for a Division 3 league game which gets underway at 2.30pm. In the Masonite Junior A championship, the boys have been drawn in a group alongside Melvin Gaels and St Marys.

Division 4
A highly entertaining game in the park last Saturday evening as the Bors 3rd team took on Sean O Heslins 2nd team. Two first half goals for the Ballinamore team seemed to have set them on the road to victory but a well taken penalty from Damian Moran just before half time left the Bors a chink of light. O Heslins again opened a sizable lead in the 2nd period, but the Bors refused to give up and two John Bohan goals brought the sides level as the clock ticked down. However a strong finish from the visitors ensured a victory for them on a scoreline of 2-12 to 3-7.
Team: Dara Gavigan, Sean Ryan, Christy Bohan, John Shanley, David Mulligan, Paul Hackett, Brendan Duignan, Mervyn Howard, Bobby Shanley, Ollie Vaughan, John Bohan, Aidan Reilly, Damian Moran, Brian Reilly and Kevin Mallon.

Ladies League
The Ladies team face a long journey to Dromahaire on Sunday morning next for a game that will throw-in at 12 noon.

Engagement
Our best wishes to our newest clubman – John Mc Govern – on his engagement at the weekend to Patrice Doyle. Comhghairdeas daoibh beirt.

Fundraising Draw
The Club will be holding a fundraising draw in the coming weeks. Tickets are going on sale this week priced at €20 each. There are a range of excellent prizes on offer including: 1st €3000, 2nd €1500 voucher sponsored by Sean and Deidre Farrell “Flair”, 3rd Two All Ireland Football tickets, 4th Two All Ireland Hurling tickets, 5th Dinner for 4 in Flynn’s Shannon Key West hotel, 6th Dinner for four in the Copper still, Dromod plus five more prizes of €100 each. We would ask every club member to put in a special effort to make this venture a success.

Club Membership
This is the last week for payment of membership for 2009 – anyone who has not paid their membership will not be considered for All Ireland tickets in September and will not be entitled to a vote at the AGM. All players MUST have paid their membership before playing for the club in 2009 – the cost for Playing Membership is €30; non-playing membership is €10; Youth Membership €5 and fees can be paid to Secretary Shane Reynolds, Treasurer Jackie Conboy or registrar Pat Farrell and in the case of Youth Membership to any of our underage trainers.

U-16 League
The U-16’s enjoyed an excellent victory away to Aughnasheelin on Saturday morning last when some well taken goals were crucial in securing a 5-10 to 3-3 victory. The team and scorers in full was Shane Sullivan, Barry Reid, Daniel Farrell (0-1), Conor Mc Weeney, Kieran Campbell, Roy Keenan (0-1), Mark Muldowney (0-1), Tony Shanley (1-0), Kevin Shanley (2-5), Conor Hackett (1-0), Anthony Mulligan (1-2). Subs used were Liam and Ian Mulligan. Next game is away to Aughavas on Friday evening week (April 10th) at 7pm.

U-14 League
The U-14 team travel to Kiltubrid on Friday evening next where the meet the home side in a game that will have a 7pm throw-in.

Birthday Wishes
The March and April period is a great time of year for birthdays and lots of celebrations in this respect within the club in recent weeks. A little birdie was in touch to tell me that Mary Mc Cauley has clocked up the half century this week – I had to get in touch with Sean to make sure this was accurate, but he assures me the tacograph is reading 50 right enough. Another Mary would no doubt be very disappointed if I forgot to give her the annual mention – that’s our own Mrs Reynolds in Cloncolory who will add another year on Friday next. Happy Birthday to you both and I hope the respective hubbies dug deep in the pockets to deliver the presents of your dreams!! Finally, if my records aren’t failing me, I think around mid April there might be a few candles lighting on a cake up in Esker where Rose will again be practicing her singing of Happy Birthday as Hubert adds another year and indeed our Player of the Year Colm will need a cake this week too! Busy times on the Birthday front.

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Scor
The County Finals of Scor Sinsear took place in Ballinamore on Saturday night last. Bornacoola were represented in Figure Dancing, Set Dancing, Recitation and Question Time. While all of our participants performed exceptionally well, it was the Question Time team of Aidan Dockery, Liam Rabbitte and Louise Staunton who were our sole winners on the night. A special word of thanks to Mary Cassidy and John Geary for providing the music for our set dancers, not just on the night but over the past couple of weeks and indeed the last number of years. Also to Kathleen Moffatt and Tracey O Neill for the huge effort they put in to preparing our dancers and to Fox’s of Tooman and the Shannon Key in Rooskey for use of their premises for rehearsals. Finally a word of praise to our Scor co-ordinator Martina Hackett who pulled out all the stops to ensure an excellent Bornacoola entry for the 40th anniversary of Scór Liatroma. The Connacht Finals are in Elphin on Sunday evening next. Best of luck to our Question Time team and indeed to all of the Leitrim participants.
Finally, on matters Scór, there will be a centenary concert featuring memorable acts from Scór over the years in Ballinamore on Friday 3rd April and the 1983 Bornacoola Ballad Group and the Set dancers (who won five Connaught titles in a row) will be taking part on the night. Should be a good concert so come along and a great night is guaranteed. .

Junior A – Division 3
Our Junior A team had their second game of the season and recorded an excellent 2-13 to 1-8 victory over Glencar Manorhamilton in the park on Sunday morning last. A hard working first half left the Bors 0-7 to 0-4 ahead at the break but when Manor goaled in the opening minute of the second half it looked like the Bors had it all to do as they were playing into the teeth of a strong wind. However a superb goal from Ollie Vaughan steadied the Bors and when Bobby Shanley added a second about 8 minutes from the end, it was clear the points were staying in Dromod.
Bor team was Feargal Mc Gill, Sean Ryan, Seamus Mallon, John Reynolds, Mervyn Howard (0-1), Paul Hackett, Damian Mc Guinness (0-2), Feargal Howard (0-2), Bobby Shanley (1-1), Damian Moran (0-2), Shane Conroy (0-1), Jonathan Duffy (0-3), Brian Conroy (0-1), Brian Reilly and Ollie Vaughan (1-0), Subs used Alan Croghan, Declan Shanley

Ladies League
The Ladies team got their league campaign underway on Sunday morning last when they faced Annaduff in Dromod. Playing with a strong wind in the first half, the Annaduff girls ran up a sizeable lead and while the Bor ladies never gave up throughout the second half, it was the visitors who enjoyed a comfortable victory.
The Bornacoola team was: Michelle Reilly, Sara Duffy, Cora Mc Cauley, Niamh Reynolds, Jillian Duignan, Meave Duffy, Leonie Duffy, Charlotte Faughnan, Michelle Beirne, Kelly Howard, Alison Mc Keon, Fiona Reilly and Susan Shanley. Subs used were Rachel Duignan, Jessica Mc Keon and Ellen Duignan.

Minor League
The Minors played a very strong Leitrim Gaels in Leitrim village on Saturday last. The home side enjoyed a comfortable victory but the young Bors will no doubt have better days ahead.

Best Wishes
Our best wishes to David O Connor who suffered an injury when playing for the Leitrim U-21’s in the Connacht Championship against Sligo on Saturday last, The club’s other representative – Conor Mc Cauley – enjoyed a fine game at full back. We also send our best wishes to Emer Cox of the Annaduff Ladies team who suffered an unfortunate injury when playing against Bornacoola in Dromod on Sunday morning last. We hope to see both David and Emer back playing in the very near future.

U-16 League
The U-16’s play their second game of the year when they travel to Aughnasheelin on Saturday morning next for a game that will have a 12 noon throw-in.

Congratulations
Our congratulations to former Bornacoola player Leo O Neill and wife Hannah on the birth of their first child – a baby girl called Mia. Well done to you both.

Adult Fixtures
Just one adult game down for decision at the weekend as our Division 4 team aim to continue their excellent start to the season when they face Sean O Heslins in Dromod on Saturday at 5.30pm.

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U16 League
The U-16 team got their season underway on Saturday morning last when they played Dromahair in Dromod. A terrific first half from the young Bors left them a point up at half time having played against the wind. However, they couldn’t sustain the effort in the second half and Dromahaire grinded out a two point victory – 1-8 to 1-6. Bornacoola scorers were Anthony Mulligan 1-2, Tony Shanley 0-1, Roy Keenan 0-1, Mark Muldowney 0-1 and Kevin Shanley 0-1.

Underage Training
Underage training for all boys and girls starts next Saturday morning at 11am in the park. Anyone who hasn’t paid their registration yet is asked to bring it on the day. This year Ann Marie Boyle will take charge of the underage girls while Peter Mallon and Gerry Boyle will be in charge of the U-10 boys and Kevin Mallon, Niall O Connor and Aiden Reilly will look after the U-12 boys team.

Division 4
Our third team made their debut in the Division 4 league when they played Aughavas away from home on Sunday morning last. Goals from Aidan Reilly and Alan Croghan proved to be the key scores as the Bors delivered an encouraging 2-4 to 1-3 victory. A special word of congratulations to Kevin Canning and Harry Cumiskey who made their adult team debuts and acquitted themselves admirably.

Fixtures
The U-14’s have a bye next weekend, while the Minor team get their season underway with a league game away to Leitrim Gaels at 2pmon Saturday. Check fixtures section of the paper for Bornacoola adult games next weekend.

Birthday Greetings
We’d like to wish a very happy 30th birthday this week to Bornacoola player Mark Mc Closkey. Mark has been a great servant of the club over the years and celebrated in style with his friends at the weekend.

Scor
The County finals of Scor take place in Ballinamore this weekend. Best of luck to all of our participants as Bornacoola will take to the stage in Recitation, Figure Dancing, Question Time and Set Dancing.

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Division 3

Our Junior A team got their season underway when they played Mohill on Saturday afternoon last in Dromod. Fielding a young team, Bornacoola burst into an early three point lead. However, playing with the wind, Mohill steadied for the remainder of the first half and were well worth their three point half time lead. When a Mohill goal left the town team six points clear mid way through the second half, it looked as if the Bors were dead and buried. However, a Brian Reilly goal and a fighting final quarter from Bornacoola almost produced a great result but Mohill held on for a 1-11 to 1-8 victory.

The Bornacoola team was: Feargal Mc Gill, John Shanley, Seamus Mallon, John Reynolds, Mervyn Howard, Damian Mc Guinness, John Mc Govern, Shane Conroy, Feargal Howard, Damian Moran, Bobby Shanley, Ollie Vaughan, Declan Shanley, Brian Conroy and Brian Reilly. Subs used Sean Ryan and MJ Winters.

U-14 League

The U-14 league got underway on Saturday morning but there was no joy for the young Bors as they fell to a seven point defeat when they played St Caillins in Dromod. However, there was much to enthuse about in the Bornacoola performance and a similar effort in the weeks to come will surely produce the desired results.

Scór Sinsir

As we mentioned last week, it is the 40^th anniversary of Scór and the Bors had a huge representation at the county semi-finals held last weekend. A big night ahead now too for our Set Dancers, Figure Dancers, Question Time team and Recitation specialist Louise Staunton who have all qualified for the County final which takes place on Saturday week, March 21^st in Ballinamore.

The full list of Bornacoola competitors at the weekend was: Figure Dance: Niamh Reynolds, Emma Moffatt, Kelly Blake, Jillian Duignan, Sarah Hackett, Fiona Reilly, Sinead Larkin and Claire Mc Cartan; Solo Singing: Sharon Jones; Recitation: Louise Staunton; Question Time: Aidan Dockery, Liam Rabbitte and Louise Staunton; Ballad Group: Seamus Mc Weeney, Sean Mc Cauley, Sharon Jones, Martina Hackett and Orla Bohan; Novelty Act: Mary Mallon, Kevin Mallon, Brian Mallon, Claire Mullen, Declan Conboy, Ann Marie Boyle and Dympna Moffatt; Set Dancing: Martina Hackett, Lorraine Reynolds, Ann Marie Boyle, Edel Mallon, Brian Mallon, Gerry Boyle, Seoirse Reynolds and Gerry Mulligan.

The Last Ever Adventure of Diggerman?

Not so long ago, we used to keep you up to date on “The Adventures of DiggerMan”, the ever popular Derek “Digger” Duignan from Cloonturk. Last Saturday, Derek married Renea Armstrong in Ballina, just south of Brisbane, Australia. A great servant to the GAA Club, a great character, a fine footballer and an all round decent person, Derek left Ireland for Australia in 2004 for a year out, but fell in love with the country and has been domiciled there ever since. The country itself wasn’t all he fell in love with as Australian beauty Renea entered his life and the couple announced their engagement last year.

While Digger’s mother Teresa, father Seamus and brothers Ronnie and Brendan headed Down Under to join in the celebrations (and link up with sister Orla who is also married in Australia) last week, literally hundreds of people from Bornacoola and further afield asked I ensure they extend their best wishes through the club notes to Derek and Renea. So on behalf of all your friends in Ireland I would like to wish you both the very best in married life together and we look forward to seeing you on your trips home to Ireland which we hope will be as regular as possible.

Incidentally, the name Digger was bestowed on our hero sometime in the late 90’s by his then housemate Mark Mc Closkey following a particularly uninspiring performance for the Leitrim hurlers. If you want to know the reason why, I’m sure Mark won’t hesitate in enlightening you!!

U-16 League

The U-16 team get their league campaign underway this Saturday when they play Dromahaire in Dromod at 12 noon.

Division 4

Following a fine league campaign last season which saw them earn promotion from Division 5, our third team get their season underway on Sunday next when they have an away game with Aughavas.

Shield Competition

The Shield competition starts this weekend. However, the Bors have a bye in the first round of a competition which sees us in Group 1 where our opponents in the coming weeks will be Ballinaglera, Sean O Heslins, Eslin and Dromahaire.

Birthday Greetings

We’d like to wish a very happy birthday to David O Connor, Dromod who celebrated his 21^st on Sunday last and marked his birthday with a well taken point for Leitrim in their drawn game with Antrim in the National Football league.

Leitrim GAA Supporters Club

Tickets for the Leitrim GAA Supporters Club are currently available from Shay Reynolds, Shane Reynolds, Michael Mc Gowan, Tom Moran and Jackie Conboy at a cost of €40 each. First prize is €5,000

Sympathy

Our sympathy is extended to the Carrigallen GAA Club and the family of the late Barry Mc Intyre who passed away at the weekend. Barry was Secretary of Carrigallen at the time of his passing. Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Congratulations

Our congratulations to Annaduff Club man Eugene Cox on his recent award from Connacht Council. Eugene is the quintessential GAA man and has been at the heart of the Annaduff GAA Club for many years. As a player, team manager and mentor, administrator, fundraiser and in every conceivable facet of club life Eugene has been at the heart of everything Annaduff has achieved in recent years and the award is timely recognition of his great work for the club.

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Masonite Senior League
We played our second game of the senior league against Sean O Heslins on Saturday afternoon last and despite a battling performance from what was a largely inexperienced team, the Ballinamore side ran out deserving one point winners in the finish.
The team on duty was: Gerry Gearty, Damian Mc Guinness, Morgan Shanley, Seamus Mallon, Sean Mc Keon, Conor Mc Cauley, Paul Hackett, Michael Duignan, Colm Farrell, Feargal Howard (0-1), Jason Conroy, Jonathan Duffy, Brian Conroy, Mark Mc Closkey (1-4) and Trevor Howard (0-1) Subs: Damian Moran, Mervyn Howard, Declan Shanley (1-0)

Presentation Night
We held a most enjoyable presentation night in the Copper Still on Friday last when our Minor 13-a-side winners were presented with their medals for last year’s championship. Those honoured included Roy Keenan, Sean Ryan, Damian Mc Gowan, Harry Comiskey, Paul Hackett, Kevin Canning, Niall O Connor, Damian Moran, David Mulligan, Mervyn Howard, Alan Croghan, Sean Mc Keon, Alan Bohan, Tony Shanley, Anthony Mulligan, Conor Mc Weeney and Daniel Farrell. Awards were also given on the night to our Ladies Player of the Year for 2008 Jillian Duignan, Junior C Player of the Year Gerry Gearty, Junior A Player of the Year Feargal Howard and Senior Player of the Year Colm Farrell.
A most deserving Club Person of the Year Award went to Fionnuala Howard. Our thanks to Runai CLG Coiste Chontae Liatroma Deaglán Ó Buacháin who attended to present the minor team with their awards. Comhghairdeas do na buaiteoirí go léir.

Scór
As it is the 40th Anniversary of Scór this year, the club are making a particular effort to be represented in all disciplines and preparations have been ongoing for the past couple of weeks. The action gets underway this Friday night in Aughavas where a great evening’s entertainment is guaranteed.

Club Draw
The February Club Draw was held in the Copper Still on Friday night. Winners were Eur100 John Winters, Eur20 each Mark & Jane Dowd, Aidan Tully, Margaret Reynolds, Dympna Moffat and Marie Larkin.

Underage Competitions
The U-14 league gets underway this Saturday March 7th when we have a home game with St Caillins at 12pm in the Park. Bornacoola will be in the 11-a-side Division and Kiltubrid, Leitrim Gaels and Gortletteragh complete the group. The U-16’s swing into action on March 14th when they play Dromahaire at home. We will be participating at 9-a-side in U-16 this year and Aughavas and Aughnasheelin will also be in this Division.

Congratulations
Our Congratulations to Kevin Mallon and his Fiancée Claire Mullin (Tyrone) who announced their engagement at the weekend. Kevin has been a long time servant as a player with Bornacoola and of late has become our Club Draw supremo. Well done to the happy couple and we wish them long life and happiness together.

Sympathy
The Club would like to extend its sympathy to the Mulvey family in Aughnasheelin on the passing at the weekend of Sadie Mulvey. Sadie was a very well known face at Scor since its inception and her daughter Maura is very well known to the Scor fraternity in Bornacoola and throughout Leitrim as a most efficient Secretary of Coiste Scor Liatroma. Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Division 3 League
The Division 3 League team get their season underway on Saturday next when they face Mohill away from home in a game that will have a 4.30pm throw-in.

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Minor League
Our Minor team made it two wins from two when they overcame Kiltubrid by 2-4 to 1-4 in an exciting game in Dromod on Saturday morning last.
The team on duty was: Danny Farrell, Roy Keenan, Harry Comiskey, Barry Reid, Kevin Canning, Alan Croghan, Darran McGushin, Damien Moran 0-4, Anthony Mulligan 1-0, Tony Shanley 1-0, Darran Faughnan and Kevin Shanley.

Masonite Senior League
The 2009 season got underway for the Bors on Sunday afternoon with a trip to Pairc Ui Choilligh to play neighbours Annaduff. With a strong wind, Bornacoola took control from the outset and a well taken goal from Mark Mc Closkey ensured we enjoyed a seven point half time lead. Indeed the lead could have been greater but for a wonderful save from Kevin Ludlow to deny Brian Conroy. Annaduff rallied strongly in the second half and reduced the margin to three points at one stage when a crucial save from Gerry Gearty denied Annaduff what would have been an equalising goal. From there to the finish however, the Bors upped a gear and closed out the game to ensure a 1-11 to 0-9 victory.
The team on duty was: Gerry Gearty, Damian Mc Guinness, Morgan Shanley, Conor Mc Cauley, Paul Hackett, John Mc Guinness, Niall O Connor, Michael Duignan (0-4). Colm Farrell (0-1), Feargal Howard, David O Connor (0-1), Jonathan Duffy (0-1), Brian Conroy (0-1), Trevor Howard (0-1) and Mark Mc Closkey (1-2). Subs used were Sean Mc Keon and Declan Shanley. This Saturday we have a home game with Sean O hEslins at 4pm.

GOAL Mile
Well done once again to Bornacoola club man Noel Mahon on the outstanding work he continues to carry out on behalf of GOAL. This year’s GOAL mile, staged at the Bornacoola GAA grounds on New Year’s Day, brought in a grand total of €12,609 for the third world support agency. Well done to you all for your generosity.

U-16 and U-14 Leagues
The Bors find themselves in the 9-a-side division for U-16 this year where their opponents will include Ballinaglera, St Caillins, Glenfarne and Leitrim Gaels. In the U-14 competition, we will also compete at 9-a-side with Aughnasheelin, Drumkeerin, Glenfarne and St Osnatt’s providing the opposition.

Ladies Matters
We would like to welcome on board our new ladies manager for the year, Sean McCauley. We’d also like to thank Vinny Canning who has been taking ladies training up until now and will continue to have an involvement in the set up.

Training Area
Work on our new training ground is progressing very well and our thanks to Frank Reynolds Plant Hire and his staff for doing a wonderful job. We’d also like to thank our own "sparky" Aidan Hackett for doing the wiring and the lighting and indeed we were very lucky with the weather for the duration of the project. We would also like to thank our neighbour Brendan O’ Beirne for his cooperation and the club are deeply indebted to him as without his help we could not have proceeded with the work. Finally a word of thanks to vice chairman John McGuinness for planning and overseeing the project.

Club Draw and Presentation Night
This Friday, the Club Draw will be held in the Copper Still and will coincide with our Presentation night as the Minor team from last year will receive their medals and we will also have the presentation of the Player’s of the Year and Club Person of the Year Awards. Music on the night by Ronnie Duignan and all are welcome.

Seachtain na Gaeilge
We extend our congratulations to the Bornacoola Seachtain na Gaeilge team who won the Leitrim final in the Trath na gCeist on last Friday night. The team was Liam Rabbitt, Evelyn Reynolds, Marie Therese Dockery and Martina Hackett. Next hurdle is the Connaught final.
Scór Sinsear Preparations are well underway for Scór 2009. As this is the 40th anniversary of the competitions, it is a special year. The semi-finals in Leitrim will take place on March 6th and 7th.

Wedding Anniversary
Everyone at the club sends their best wishes to two of our most popular and dedicated members, Michael and Mary Mallon, who celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary recently. Micheal has performed just about every conceivable role in the club from player to manager to official during a lifetime’s involvement with Bornacoola GAA and his dedication to promoting Bornacoola is unrivalled.
Mary has also been an outstanding worker for the club over the years and has participated in Scor as well as contributing hugely as a key fundraiser for the club and in doing a million and one little tasks that go unnoticed by the world at large but which are essential in keeping a club ticking over.
Their children and grandchildren continue to carry the flame lit by Mary and Micheal as all are heavily involved in Bornacoola GAA matters. When one speaks of the strength of the GAA lying with the grassroots, it is people like the Mallons who are really being referred to.
Míle buíochas daoibh beirt le haghaidh an sár obair a dhéanann sibh ar son CLG Barr na Cúille is comhghairdeas ar an ócáid speisialta seo daoibh.

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Minor League
The Minors began their campaign on Sunday morning when they played Gortletteragh in Dromod and recorded their first points of the season with an excellent victory. Next Saturday they have their second game in the competition when they are at home to Kiltubrid at 12pm.

Senior League
The Senior team get their Masonite League campaign underway on Sunday next when we make the short trip to Pairc Ui Choiligh to take on neighbours Annaduff in a game that will have a 1pm throw-in.

Congratulations
Our congratulations to John "Barnes" Shanley and wife Louise and to Tony Bohan and wife Maria on the respective births of their first sons at the weekend. While the two lads are staunch Bornacoola men, Louise and Maria are both from the other side of the bridge but rumour has it that Seamus Mallon has already filled in the registration forms for the latest additions to the Dromod area. Congratulations to you all.

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Minor League
Heavy snow on Sunday meant the minor team had to postpone their 2009 debut when their game with Leitrim Gaels was called off. This Sunday the boys will be hoping for more favourable weather conditions when they take on Gortletteragh at home at 12pm. Gerry Gearty and Brian Mallon are the men in charge of the minor team for 2009.

Training Ground Development
The Club are about to undertake a major project in terms of developing an all weather training area to the rear of the stand at our grounds in Dromod. It will be an expensive undertaking and we will be embarking on a number of fundraising projects in the coming months to help deliver this necessary addition to our facilities.

Membership
Youth Membership of €5 per child (maximum of €10 per household) and full adult membership (€10 for non-playing and €30 for playing membership) is now available from Jackie Conboy, Pat Farrell, Patricia Bohan or Shane Reynolds. All those intending to play for the club in 2009, at both adult and underage level, should note that they must have their membership paid before they can play this year. The club are also planning a registration day for all underage players in the coming weeks.

Good luck Pat
This Saturday club stalwart and current Registrar Pat Farrell walks down the aisle with his fiancée Linda St Leger from Dublin. Pat has been a great servant to the club over many years and holds county championship medals at all underage levels with Bornacoola. Pat also starred for St Mels in the Leinster Colleges Championship and with UCD in the Sigerson Cup during his student days. He played with Leitrim at all levels – a particular highlight being his appearance in the green and gold in the Connacht Final of 2000 against Galway.
Unfortunately a bad knee injury cut Pat’s career short and while he is still very much involved in the club, he had to retire permanently last year after several fruitless attempts to get back in the jersey. On behalf of all at the club, we wish Pat and Linda the very best in their future lives together.
A word of good luck also to Pat’s backroom team on Saturday – brother Colm, the irrepressible Johnathan Duffy and Club Secretary Shane Reynolds. Early odds on speech lengths suggest the world record may well be in their sights!!

Underage Teams
Among those who will be taking charge of Underage teams this year will be at minor level Gerry Gearty and Brian Mallon, at U-16 Shane Reynolds, John Muldowney and Henry Faughnan and at U-14 Seamus Mallon and Noel Mc Closkey. Best of luck to you all.

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Comhbhrón
The sympathies of the club are extended to the Farrell family in Cloncolory on the sad passing of Rosie Farrell on Thursday last. The Farrell’s have been involved in the Bornacoola GAA club for many years. Predeceased by her husband Paddy, we extend our sympathies to her children Pat, Christy, Tom, Sean, Peter, Michael, Mary and Bernadette, her sister Margaret as well as all her extended family and friends. Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a n-anam dhílis.

Membership
Youth Membership of €5 per child (maximum of €10 per household) and full adult membership (€10 for non-playing and €30 for playing membership) is now available from Jackie Conboy, Pat Farrell, Patricia Bohan or Shane Reynolds. All those intending to play for the club in 2009, at both adult and underage level, should note that they must have their membership paid before they can play this year. The club are also planning a registration day for all underage players in the coming weeks.

Club Draw
The Club Draw was cancelled on Saturday night last as a mark of respect to the late Rosie Farrell. However, it has been reorganised for this Saturday night in the Copper Still. Music on the night and all ticket sellers are asked to return their tickets to Kevin Mallon, Shane Reynolds, Gerry Boyle or Jackie Conboy before Saturday night.

Minor League
Bornacoola are in the 9-a-side Minor league this year. The competition gets underway on Sunday next with an away fixture in Leitrim village against Leitrim Gaels. Throw-in is 12noon.

Coaching Course
CLG Liatroma are organising foundation level coaching courses for all team mentors on Friday and Saturday next in Ballinamore and Drumkeerin. All of those involved in a coaching capacity with our club teams are expected to attend if they have not already completed the foundation level course. Further information is available from club Secretary Shane Reynolds 087 9751993. Even if you are not involved with one of the club teams this year but intend to get involved in the future, it is recommended that you attend the course as it will be compulsory for anyone working with teams in the future to have this qualification.

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Gaeltacht Scholarships 2009
The Leitrim County Board annually offer a number of Gaeltacht Scholarships to promote the Irish language. If any of our club members are interested in applying, application forms are available from Rúnaí an Chlub Seán Mac Raghnall (087 9751993) or from Irish teachers in the local secondary schools. Completed forms should be returned to Seán O Suilleabháin, Achadh Dearca, Béal an Átha Móir, Co Liatroma before Friday 30 January 2009. You should note that anyone who received a Gaeltacht scholarship from Coiste Chontae Liatroma in previous years is not eligible to apply again and that the scholarship scheme is open to registered and paid-up club members only, both boys and girls. Oral interviews will be conducted in February and there will be twelve scholarships in all, four of which are confined to people who took part in Scór this year.

Membership
Youth Membership of €5 per child (maximum of €10 per household) and full adult membership (€10 for non-playing and €30 for playing membership) is now available from Jackie Conboy, Pat Farrell, Patricia Bohan or Shane Reynolds. All those intending to play for the club in 2009, at both adult and underage level, should note that they must have their membership paid before they can play this year. The club are also planning a registration day for all underage players in the coming weeks. Further details to follow.

Club Draw
Our club draw co-ordinator Kevin Mallon has been in touch to remind you all that Tickets for the 2009 Draws are currently on sale from club members. €20 gains entry to all 12 draws in the year, the first of which will take place in the Copper Still on Saturday, January 31st.

Ladies Meeting
Please note that an important meeting of the Ladies Club will take place on Friday evening next in the Club Rooms at 9pm. All Ladies who intend playing for the club in 2009 are asked to attend. New members are particularly welcome.

Minor League
The Minor league is due to get underway on February 7th. Bornacoola will be in the 9-a-side league in 2009. Details on fixtures to follow.

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2009-01-12T15:37:00.000Z

Annual General Meeting
The AGM took place in the Community Centre on Sunday morning last. Chairman Mícheál Mc Gowan acknowledged that the Senior team had come close in 2008 to capturing a county title and urged greater effort in 2009 saying that the rewards would come if the work was put in. He thanked all those who had contributed to club life in any way throughout 2008.
Officers returned at the meeting included: President(s) - Fr Gerry O’Brien, Shay Reynolds; Chairman – Micheal Mc Gowan; Vice Chairman – Sean Mc Guinness; Secretary – Shane Reynolds; Ass. Secretary – Pat Farrell; Treasurer – Jackie Conboy; Ass. Treasurer – Patricia Bohan; PRO – Feargal Mc Gill; I.T Officer – Finola Farrell, Youth/Coaching Officer – Seamus Mallon; Development Officer – Trevor Howard; Oifigeach Cultúra - Martina Hackett; County Board Delegates (from) – Michael Mc Gowan, Shane Reynolds, Shay Reynolds; Bórd na nÓg (from): Seamus, Kevin and Brian Mallon, Gerry Boyle; and Ladies Board Delegates (from) – Anne Marie Boyle, Orla Bohan. The following were elected to the club executive: Shay Reynolds, Tom Duignan, Sean Mc Cauley, Aidan Hackett, Sean Mc Gowan, Noel Mc Closkey, Vinny Canning, Gerry Boyle, Orla Bohan, Patricia Bohan, John Mc Guinness, Morgan Shanley, Peter Hanley.

County Action
The County Senior and U-21 teams have been in action over the last couple of weeks. Michael Duignan played at centre back for Leitrim in their recent defeat to G.M.I.T while John Mc Guinness started at corner back for the seniors on Saturday last against Galway. Meanwhile David O Connor and Conor Mc Cauley were part of the Hastings Cup (U-21) team that came close to causing an upset against Roscommon recently.

Congratulations
All at the club send their congratulations to Question Time Supremo Liam Rabbitte on his recent engagement to Irene Guckian, Derrywillow. Liam has been part of the Bornacoola Scór and Seachtain na Gaeilge Tráth na gCeist teams that have enjoyed tremendous success over the last number of years and we wish the happy couple all the best in their lives together.

Membership
Youth Membership of €5 per child (maximum of €10 per household) and full adult membership (€10 for non-playing and €30 for playing membership) is now available from Jackie Conboy, Pat Farrell, Patricia Bohan or Shane Reynolds. All those intending to play for the club in 2009 should note that they must have their membership paid before they can play this year.

Club Executive
The first Club Executive meeting of the year will take place on Friday evening next at 9pm in the Community Centre.

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Club Draw
The Bornacoola GAA Club Draw took place in the Weir Lodge Rooskey on Saturday night last. Thanks to all who braved the weather to come along Thanks also to our two young ticket sellers Damian Moran and Alan Croghan.
Winners were as follows €100; Darmud Faughnan, Clooneagh. €20 each; Paul (Ted) Conroy, Rooskey, John McGlynn, Eddercloone, Laura Baltkeviciute, Rooskey, Aoife and Ciara Keenan, Gortlettragh and Sean O’Reilly, Rooskey.

Birthday Wishes
Our Best Wishes for a happy 30th Birthday to club player Shane “Weasel” Conroy. We believe the future Mrs Conroy flew him to Manchester at the weekend to see United triumph against Sunderland.

Scor na Og
The regional finals of Scor na Og took place last weekend. Bornacoola featured in all categories on Sunday evening in St Mary’s Hall Carrick on Shannon and they qualified in the following; Question Time - Mark Muldowney, Tony Shanley and Paul Dockery; Recitation - Allison McKeon. Ballod Group - Colleen Bohan, Tanya Donnelly, Orla and Sarah McWeeney and Clara Reid. Novelty act A - “Tickets Please” Gearoid Mulligan, Feargal Hackett, Niamh Donnelly, Ronan Mulligan, Shannon Boyle, Dillon Hackett and Dillon Rogan. Novelty act B - “American Connection” Colleen Bohan, Claire Rogers, Carl Mallon, Rosin and Tanya Donnelly, Michelle Hackett and Patryk Kozak. Well don to one and all and a very special thanks to all who helped out especially Martina Hackett, Ann Marie Boyle, Sean Beirne, Deidre Mulligan, Tracy Blake and Kathleen Moffatt. The county final is on Sunday afternoon 4th January ’09 in Manorhamilton, so come along if you can for a great evening’s entertainment.

Underage Presentation
The Bornacoola GAA underage presentations will take place in the Community Centre Bornacoola next Friday evening at 6.30pm and we would ask all parents to come along with their children.

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U-21 Championship
Last Sunday saw the meeting of neighbours Bornacoola and Gortlettragh in the under 21 thirteen a side championship. The game which was played in Annaduff was keenly contested from start to finish with great scores being taken on each side. A spate of wides for Gortlettragh in the second half was to prove disastrous for them as Bornacoola took their chances well and emerged winners by the narrowest of margins on a scoreline of Bornacoola 1-7 Gortlettragh 1-6. The boys now progress to the semi final where their opponents will be the winners of Glenfarne and Drumkeeran.
Panel and scorers were as follows; Darragh Gavigan, Sean Ryan, Conor McCauley, Mervin Howard, Jason Conroy (capt), Damian McGowan, Nial O'Connor, Paul Hackett 1-0, Damien Moran, Ollie Vaughan 0-1, Alan Croghan, Sean McKeon 0-6, Declan Shanley, David Mulligan and Alan Bohan.

Senior League
The senior team travel to Drumshanbo next Saturday to take on Allen Gaels in the second last league game of the year. We still have an outside chance of making the league final. Throw in is 3pm.

Scor na mBunscoil
The area final of Scor na mBunscoil took place in St. Mary's Hall, Carrick-on-Shannon on Thursday 6th November last. Scoil Mhuire, Bornacoola was represented in 8 out of 10 disciplines. The school took first place in Rince Foirne (figure dancing) and Rince Aonair (Solo dance). They novelty act was a close call. A lot of hard work was put in preparing the boys and girls for each competition and a big thank you goes out to Anne Marie Boyle, Tracy Blake, Deirdre Mulligan, Sean Beirne, Martina Hackett and the teachers of Scoil Mhuire. Scor na nOg has will take place on December 6th & 7th and Club Barr na Cuille are busy preparing for this competition.

The B Factor
As we mentioned in previous editions Bornacoola GAA are once again hosting the B Factor this year. The show which is based on the famous X factor as seen on TV will take place in the Shannon Key West Hotel, Rooskey on Friday 28th November and will feature a host of brilliant artists including a very special guest appearance by last years winners ACDC. Judges Sharon, Louis and Simon (BOOOOO!) will also be on duty on the night and entertainment will be provided afterwards by Feargal McGill. Tickets are on sale house to house in the parish and we would appreciate your support. If last years show is anything to go by a great nights craic is guaranteed, so come along you will enjoy it. Further details are available from Seamus Mallon at 086 8334614.

Goal Mile
A call from Noel Mahon to let you all know that the 5th annual Goal mile will take place again this year at the Bornacoola GAA club grounds in Dromod on New Year’s day at 2pm. Sponsorship cards will soon be in circulation. The walk will be followed again this year by refreshments and entertainment in the Copper Still. There will also be a raffle and an auction which will include an International Rules jersey signed by the members of the Irish Panel that recently captured the Cormac Mc Anallen Trophy with their Series win in Australia. Music will be by Sean Mahon and special guests will include Mick Flavin, Declan Nerney, Charlie Mc Gettigan and the members of the Longford Pipe Band. A few other special guests have stil to confirm but it promises to be a great afternoon’s entertainment.

U-12 Tournament
Our U-12 team will take part in a tournament in Clonguish GAA grounds, Newtownforbes on Saturday next at 12noon. A great day’s football in store so if you have nothing else to do on Saturday why not go along and see the future stars of Bornacoola GAA in action.

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2008-11-03T15:15:00.000Z

Minor Championship
Pride of place this week goes to the minor team that retained the Minor B 13-a-side championship after a tough and exciting game with Carrigallen in Cloone on Friday night. It was the first underage final played under lights in Leitrim. Despite a five point deficit at halftime on a score line of 0-7 to 0-2, following first half points by Niall O Connor and David Mulligan, the lads put in a terrific second half comeback. A brace of points from the ever accurate Sean McKeon and a tremendous strike to the net by captain Niall O Connor had levelled the game shortly after half time. Carrigallen fought hard but a matchwinning goal in the 58th minute by the hard running Mervyn Howard clinched the game in our favour and an insurance point from Sean McKeon, who scored a magnificant seven points, ensured victory over a gallant Carrigallen side on a final scoreline of 2-10 to 1-9.The Ned Dolan cup was presented to Captain Niall O Connor after the game by the Dolan Family.
Again a big thank you to Brian Mallon and Jackie Conboy for their management of the team. The team was as follows: Roy Keenan, Sean Ryan, Damian McGowan, Harry Comiskey, Paul Hackett, Kevin Canning, Niall O Connor (1-1), Damian Moran, David Muligan (0-1), Mervyn Howard (1-1), Alan Croghan, Sean McKeon (0-7), Alan Bohan subs: Tony Shanley, Anthony Mulligan, Conor McWeeney and Daniel Farrell.

Division 5 League final
Played on a fine surface in Aughnasheelin on Saturday evening the division 5 team were beaten by Glencar/Manor in the league final on a scoreline of 2-11 to 1-9. This team put in a very strong league winning 12 out of 13 games and the delay in playing the final did not assist their chances of winning the final. However, a sharper Glencar/Manor proved the better team on the day. Well done to the lads on securing promotion to division 4 for 2009. Finally a big thank you to the management of Seoirse Reynolds, Mick Mallon and Declan Conboy for all their time and efforts with the team over the last five years.

Division 1
The senior team were defeated by Kiltubrid on Sunday morning on a scoreline of 1-13 to 0-11. Team and scorers were as follows:
Gerry Gearty, Seamus Mallon, Morgan Shanley, Jason Conroy, Niall O Connor, John McGuinness (0-1), Conor McCauley, Michael Duignan (Capt), Colm Farrell (0-1), Jonathan Duffy, David O Connor (0-1), Sean McKeon (0-1), Mark McCloskey (0-2), Trevor Howard
(0-1) and Fergal Howard (0-3). Subs Damian McGuinness, Paul Hackett, Declan Shanley (0-1) and Bobby Shanley. This team will probably be in action at home to Glencar/Manor at the weekend.

Sympathy
The Club extends our symphaties to the Grennan family, Mohill on the death of Paul following a short illness.

Club Draw
The monthly club draw will take place on Saturday night in the Shannon Key West hotel in Rooskey. Your support as always is appreciated.

Thank you
A special word of thanks to all the people that supported the injured player function at the weekend in the Copper Still.

Brian Blake
A big thank you to the ever reliable Brian Blake on his recording of the weekend games and also for his assistance during the year.

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2008-10-20T16:00:00.001+01:00

Senior League
A strong first half display highlighted by some fine points from Trevor Howard and an opportunist goal clinically finished to the net by MJ Winters secured a strong platform for a one point win over our neighbours Mohill in Dromod in the senior league. The final score was 1-09 to 0-11. The Bornacoola team on Saturdaywas: Gerry Gearty, Jason Conroy, Conor MCcauley, Seamus Mallon, Paul Hackett, John Mc Guinness,Sean McKeon, Niall O Connor, Colm Farrell, Mark Mc Closkey (0-2), David O Connor (0-1), MJ Winters (1-0), Declan Shanley (0-1) Trevor Howard (0-4,) Philip Howard. Sub used: Brian Conroy.

The previous Saturday we secured a narrow victory over Gortlettragh with a rally of late points sealing the league win on a final scoreline of 0-9 to 0-6. Scorers were are follows:
Mark McCloskey (0-3), Conor McCauley (0-2), Philip Howard (0-2),Declan Shanley (0-1) and Colm Farrell (0-1)

Junior C Championship
The Junior C team exited the 2008 championship campaign on Sunday in Fenagh where they were defeated by Dumreilly despite an encouraging performance in terrible conditions.
Despite a goal from Tony Bohan, Drumreilly gained the spoils on a final score of 1-07 to 1-04. The previous week, the lads were beaten by St Osnatts.
The team on duty was: Dara Gavigan, Sean Ryan, Richard Bohan, Brian Mallon, Eddie Moffatt, Damian Mcgowan, Tommy Beirne Mervyn Howard (o-1), Peter Mallon, Alan Croghan, Christy Bohan, Kevin Mallon,Brian Reilly, Seoirse Reynolds (0-1), Alan Bohan (o-1)subs: Declan Conboy, Tony Bohan (1-0) and David Mulligan.

Bon Voyage
One of our top players and county man , Philip Howard is heading on his travels around the world this week and we all wish him well and hope he returns safely in mid 2009. Good luck Philip.

Feargal in Oz
Well done to our PRO Feargal McGill on his recent appointment to Operations Manager in the GAA. Based in Croke Park, he previously worked as Information and Press Officer and having seen at his first hand his undoubted work ethic it is no surprise to us all that Feargal was promoted to this prestigious position. Part of his role is responsibility for the Compromise series and he is currently in Australia as Tour Manager of the Ireland Team and no doubt if there is a goalkeeping injury, he will be available for selection.

Injured Player function
On Saturday 1st November, a benefit function is organised in the Copper Still for the player injury fund and the club asks for your support on the night. Music on the night by Tom Moran and friends.

Happy Birthday
A special happy birthday to our star defender Jason ‘The Pace’ Conroy who celebrated his 21st in some style at the weekend and by all accounts a good time was had by all. Jason has been a leading light on our senior team for a number of years and all at the club send our best wishes.

Wedding bells
Another big celebration in the Conroy household this week, when former player David steps up aisle with Mairead McHugh on Friday in Rooskey. No doubt a wild weekend ahead for many and best wishes to David.

Connacht Club
Mixed fortunes for the clubs representing Leitrim in the intermediate and senior connacht club championship. Congrats to Aughnasheelin and hard luck to Glencar/Manor.

Ladies Matters
Our senior ladies finished 2008 with a defeat in the senior B championship to St Josephs. The Bornacoola goal coming from the boot of Clare Keenan. The previous week the girls defeated Ballinamore in the quarter final. Well done to all the girls for their commitment during the year and a special mention to trainers Aidan, Vinny and Seoirse.
Team on the day was Michelle Reilly, Cora McCauley, Niamh Reynolds, Maeve Duffy, Jillian Duignan, Lisa McGowan, Charlotte Faughnan, Leonie Duffy, Kelly Howard, Louise Farrell, Fiona Reilly, Susan Shanley, Sharon Mcgowan. Subs used. Rachel Duignan, Alison McKeon and Clare Keenan.

Congratulations
Our congratulations to our neighbours Kilglass Gaels who won the Roscommon Junior Final on Sunday last when they defeated Oran.

Wedding bells
A big congratulations to our former ladies footballing star Tanya Duignan on her recent marriage to Stephen Beresfort in Clonturk church.

The B Factor
Pencil in a big club night in your diary on Friday 28th November for the upcoming B Factor in the Shannon Key West Hotel with more details available from Seamus Mallon

Gary in London
Well done to Gary MacCloskey who played at midfield on the Tir Conaill Gaels side that won the London senior championship final at the weekend.

Sympathy
All at the club send our sympathies to former player Kevin and the Cox Family, Cloonart on the recent death of Pakie and to the Reynolds family, Cloonfannon on the passing of Willie.

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2008-10-07T13:01:00.000+01:00

Under 10 Blitz
Bornacoola gaa hosted an under 10 blitz on Saturday last. Thanks to the teams that took part which were Bornacoola, Aughavas and Leitrim Gales who brought along two teams. This was a great work out for the children who all seemed to enjoy it despite the inclement weather. Thanks to all the parents and mentors of all the teams and to all from our club who helped out in any way, thanks also to referees Conor McCauley and Philip Howard. The whole event was organised by Kevin Mallon so many thanks to you Kevin.

Club Draw
The Bornacoola gaa club draw took place on Saturday last in the Copper Still. Tom Moran was at his usual best supplying the music. Winners were as follows; €100 Margaret McGowan, Cloonturk. €20 each Edel Mallon (twice) Tom Moran, James McKeon, Seam Farrell and Bottle of whiskey sponsored by Sean McGowan was won by Tom Farrell. Thanks to all who supported. Thanks also to our coordinator Kevin Mallon and to our ticket sellers Brian Mallon and Anne Marie Boyle.

Sympathy
We extend our condolences to the family and friends of the late Teresa Bohan, Lough Rynn who passed away at Sligo General Hospital on Sunday last. May she Rest in Peace.

County Final
Our congratulations to Glencar/Manorhamilton who were worthy winners of the County title on Sunday last. Well done to our team also for the great memories that came from this year's run. A number of people contributed sponsorship to the club in recent weeks and to them we extend our thanks. We'd also like to pay tribute to the terrific Bornacoola support in Pairc Sean on Sunday - the colour was outstanding and you did the parish proud.

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2008-10-02T08:02:00.001+01:00

County Final
After a short delay, preparations are in full swing for the County final on Sunday as we face Glencar/Manorhamilton in Páirc Seán at 3pm. The parish has been a hive of activity in the last couple of days with supporters busy decorating the area in the Bornacoola colours and the team quietly preparing for the big game. We’d like to extend a special welcome to all who are returning to the parish for the big day from many corners of the country and from abroad. We hope there is a large Bor contingent in Páirc Seán on Sunday. Best of luck to Noel, Jackie and the entire panel and we hope that by Sunday night we are celebrating a county championship for the first time since 1957.

U-16 Final
The U-16’s played Gortletteragh in a most entertaining final on Friday week last and despite a very brave battle from our boys it was our neighbours who triumphed on the night. Well done to selectors Shane Reynolds and Gerry Gearty and the entire panel on their efforts throughout the year. The team in the final was: Dan Farrell, Barry Reid, Roy Keenan, Harry Comiskey, Kevin Canning (Capt.) Mark Muldowney, Anthony Mulligan, Kevin Shanley, Tony Shanley, Conor McWeeney, Conor Hackett, Ciaran Campbell, Shane Sullivan, Ian Mulligan, Liam Mulligan.

Junior C Championship
The Junior C team began their championship campaign on Sunday week last but were defeated by Leitrim Gaels despite an encouraging performance. On Saturday last, the lads overcame a strong first half from Eslin to secure an excellent victory in Mohill on a 2-10 to 0-9 scoreline. Two second half goals from Alan Croghan were the key scores as the Bors enjoyed a storming second half. The team on duty was: Dara Gavigan, Sean Ryan, Richard Bohan, Brian Mallon, Eddie Moffatt, Christy Bohan, Tony Bohan, Mervyn Howard, Peter Mallon, Alan Croghan, Brian Reilly, Kevin Mallon, Seoirse Reynolds, Declan Conboy and Alan Bohan. Subs David Mulligan and Joe Devine. Mayhem in the dressing room before the game when our star full forward discovered he had forgotten his “hamstring togs”; thankfully he still had his hamstrings and went on to play a starring role in this victory.

Happy Birthday
I’m sure he’ll thank me for mentioning it, but all at the club wish to send their best wishes to club Secretary Shane Reynolds and his twin sister Sharon who celebrated their 40th birthdays last week. Shane became Secretary of the club a few years ago following a very successful playing career and has been at the heart of all of Bornacoola’s successes over the last few years. Happy birthday to you both. A quick mention also to Seamus Mallon who added another year officially to the clock this week also!!

Flags and Jerseys
Bornacoola replica jerseys, flags and polo shirts are available to purchase in all of the local shops ahead of Sunday’s big game and there is a great selection to chose from in all sizes, so get your colours on and support the lads.

U-12’s
The U-12’s finished up their campaign recently and continued to make progress throughout the year despite defeat to Leitrim Gaels in their last game. Well done to all involved.

U-10 Blitz
You can start County Final weekend off on an entertaining note at the U-10 blitz in Dromod on Saturday morning when the stars of the future will be in action for the Black and Amber. Kilglass Gaels, Annaduff and Leitrim Gaels will all be participating with the young Bors. Players and parents should note that because of the blitz, there will be no underage training on Saturday at 11.

Club Draw
A note to hand from club draw organiser extraordinaire Kevin Mallon to tell me that the Club Draw takes place in the Copper Still on Saturday night with music by the excellent Tom Moran.

Ladies Matters
Next outing for our senior ladies will be a championship game on Sunday week next when Ballinamore will provide the opposition. The U-16’s played an entertaining game against Annaduff on Thursday last, but it was the Annaduff girls who took the spoils on this occasion.

Congratulations
Our congratulations to our neighbours from across the bridge in Rooskey as Kilglass Gaels last weekend qualified for the Roscommon Junior Final when they defeated Creggs. Well done to all involved.

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Senior Championship
A battling second half display against Kiltubrid secured our passage to the County final for the second time in four years after an epic battle in Páirc Seán on Saturday last. Kiltubrid’s ability to score goals was aptly demonstrated in the first period when they led by 3-2 to 0-5 at half time. However, an opportunist goal from Trevor Howard five minutes from time put the Bors ahead for the first time in the match and a late block by John Mc Guinness on another goal opportunity for Kiltubrid ensured our passage to the final.
Our thanks to Kiltubrid for a most sporting game – they have been one of the top teams in the county over the past five or six years and the gracious manner in which they accepted defeat at the final whistle was noted by all.
The Bornacoola team on Saturday was: Gerry Gearty, Jason Conroy, Morgan Shanley, Seamus Mallon, Conor Mc Cauley, John Mc Guinness, Niall O Connor, Michael Duignan, Colm Farrell, Trevor Howard (1-0), MJ Winters, Robert Moran (0-2), Philip Howard (0-3), David O Connor (0-1) and Mark Mc Closkey (0-4). Subs used Jonathan Duffy and Sean Mc Keon.

Junior Championship
The Junior team play Allen Gaels in their county semi-final on Saturday next in Annaduff with a 4pm throw-in.

Junior C Championship
The third team were due to play Drumreilly in the Junior C Championship on Sunday last but unfortunately the game was postponed. They will now get their campaign underway on Sunday next in Annaduff at 12pm when Leitrim Gaels are the opposition.

Intermediate Ladies
The Ladies played Glencar/Manorhamilton in the Intermediate Championship on Sunday morning last. A goal for the North Leitrim team proved to be the key score of the game as despite an encouraging performance our girls went down by 1-11 to 0-6.

U-12 Fixture
The U-12’s are due to play at home to Aughavas in Dromod on Friday night next at 6.30pm when they will be hoping to bounce back from defeat last week.

U-16 Final
The U-16 team have qualified for the final of the 9-a-side B competition. Their opposition will be Gortletteragh. Keep an eye on the fixtures pages of the paper or the Leitrim GAA website for details of the game.

Ladies U-12
The Ladies U-12 team recently played Leitrim Gaels in the 7-a-side shield final in Carrick. The Gaels ran out comfortable winner but it was a great achievement by our own girls to get to the final. Well done to all involved.

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2008-09-02T08:22:00.002+01:00

Senior Championship
We qualified for the County semi-final for the fourth successive year with a hard working victory over Melvin Gaels in Pairc Sean on Sunday last. The Gaels got off to a great start with a goal and a point in the opening couple of minutes but an excellent goal from David O Connor helped the Bors to settle and we recovered well to lead by a point at half time. An injury to Philip Howard made the job even harder as the second half began, but some well taken scores ensured a 1-9 to 1-6 victory and a semi-final meeting in a fortnight with Kiltubrid.
The team on Sunday was: Gerry Gearty, Seamus Mallon, Morgan Shanley, Jason Conroy, Conor Mc Cauley, John Mc Guinness, Niall O Connor, Michael Duignan, Colm Farrell, Trevor Howard, MJ Winters, Robert Moran, Philip Howard, David O Connor and Mark Mc Closkey. Sub used: Jonathan Duffy.

Club Draw
The Club Draw takes place next Saturday night in the Copper Still – music by Liam Fitz

U-12 Championship
The U-12 championship gets underway on Friday evening when the boys travel to Aughnasheelin for a 7pm throw in. Training continues every Tuesday evening at 6.30pm

Harvest Festival
The Harvest Festival takes place in Rooskey on Sunday next. A great day out for all the family, all of the usual attractions will be there and a lot of new ones also. Volunteers are needed on Saturday and Sunday morning to help out with setting up the venue; those willing to help should report to the Glanbia site at 10am on both days. All the usual stewards will be required; further information from the Chairman.

Junior Championship
Gortletteragh provide the opposition for the Juniors in the quarter final of the Championship next Saturday evening. The game takes place in Annaduff with a 4.45pm throw-in. Best of luck to all involved.

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2008-08-25T10:17:00.000+01:00

Senior Championship
All roads lead to Pairc Sean on Sunday evening as we face Melvin Gaels in the Senior Championship quarter final at 6.30pm. Best of luck to manager Noel Crossan and all the boys involved.

Junior Championship
The Junior team sealed their passage to the quarter finals with an exciting one point victory over Leitrim Gaels on Saturday last in Annaduff. An excellent first half display, which saw the Bors lead by two points at half time despite playing into a strong wind, set the tone for the game. Leitrim Gaels battled strongly throughout the second half, but fine displays from Ollie Vaughan and substitute Damian Moran had the Bors four points clear with time running out. A late goal for the Gaels led to some nervous moments in the closing minutes, but ultimately the Bors held on for victory by 0-12 to 1-8.
Team was: Feargal Mc Gill, Gerald Moffatt, John Reynolds, John Shanley, Brendan Duignan, Damian Mc Guinness, Niall Mc Gowan, Feargal Howard, Paul Hackett, Jonathan Duffy, Mark Mc Closkey, John Bohan, Aiden Reilly, Bobby Shanley and Oliver Vaughan. Subs: Mervyn Howard, Sean Ryan, Damian Moran.

Ladies Football
The Ladies team played Mohill in the Intermediate Championship on Sunday morning last with the town team running out comfortable winners.

U-16 Championship
The U-16 team play Kiltubrid on Friday evening next in Kiltubrid at 7pm.

Congratulations
Our Congratulations to Derek “Digger” Duignan who became the latest Bornacoola player to get engaged over the weekend. Derek has been in Australia for the last number of years where he met fiancée Renea who has been to Bornacoola on a number of occasions and left a huge impression on us all. Everyone at the club send their best wishes to the couple and by all accounts the Aer Lingus website went into meltdown on Saturday as the Bors began booking the flights for the big day. This latest news may finally bring an end to the infamous Adventures of Diggerman! Our best wishes to you both.

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2008-07-28T13:27:00.000+01:00

U-14 Final
Our U-14 team played Aughnasheelin in the U-14 final in Carrick on Sunday evening last. The Aughnasheelin boys were red hot favourites to secure the title, having enjoyed a comfortable victory over Bornacoola in the earlier rounds. However, the Bor youngsters played with pride, passion and flair on Sunday afternoon and were only cruelly denied by a last minute goal. Our congratulations to a fine Aughnasheelin team on their victory but well done also to the Bornacoola lads and coaches Noel Mc Closkey and Seamus Mallon who did their parish proud and ended an excellent season for them with probably their best performance to date. The club also want to express their thanks to the parents of all the lads who have been available to bring them to games all over the county this year and have offered great support throughout the year.
The Bornacoola panel at U-14 this year was Shane Sullivan, Kieran Campbell, Barry Reid, Sean Muldowney, Conor Hackett, Mark Muldowney, Kevin Shanley, Ronan Mulligan, Liam Mulligan, Feargal Hackett, Ian Mulligan and Karl Mallon.

Division 5
Our Division 5 team completed their league campaign in fine style on Sunday last as they carved out a 1-10 to 0-9 victory over Glenfarne/Kiltyclogher to ensure they finish the year as table toppers in this Division. They now have the prospect of Division 4 football to look forward to next year as well as the Division 5 league final and the chance of some silverware. It has been an excellent year at this level, in which the team have won 11 of the 12 league games they have played.

Senior Championship
The Senior Championship gets underway on Saturday next as we play Aughawillan in Cloone in a game that will have a 7.30pm throw-in. The game will be preceded by the meeting of our neighbours Annaduff and Drumreilly. Our thanks to Tulsk for their hospitality and a very useful workout on Sunday last and our best wishes to the team as they bid for Championship glory.

U-16 Championship
The U-16 team get their championship campaign underway on Friday evening as they face Cloone in Dromod at 7pm. This year the boys are in the 9-a-side competition in a group that also includes Aughnasheelin and Gortletteragh.

Minor Championship
The Minor team face Melvin Gaels in a must win championship encounter this Wednesday evening. Thus far the boys have suffered defeat to Drumkeerin but recorded a good win over Carrigallen. Victory over Melvin Gaels will ensure progression to the next round.

Ladies Division 2
The Ladies team are scheduled to play St Mary’s in the league in Dromod on Sunday morning next at 12pm.

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2008-07-07T12:56:00.000+01:00

Senior League
A very poor first half on Sunday left us with too much to do in the second half of our league clash with Drumreilly in Dromod. The visitors led by eight points at half time and despite a determined comeback which saw us get within three points at one stage, three unanswered late points secured a deserved victory for the away team on a scoreline of 1-11 to 0-8.
Bornacoola team and scorers: Gerry Gearty, Seamus Mallon, Morgan Shanley, Damian Mc Guinness, Shane Conroy, John Mc Guinness, Jason Conroy, Michael Duignan, Conor Mc Cauley (0-1), Sean Mc Keon, MJ Winters, Trevor Howard, Philip Howard (0-7), Colm Farrell and Brian Conroy. Subs used: Niall O Connor, Paul Hackett and Declan Shanley. Next Saturday evening we travel to St Marys for a 6.30pm throw-in.

Division 5
A terrific contest on Saturday evening in Division 5 saw us pip a gallant Aughnasheelin to cement our place at the top of the table. The visitors moved into an early six point lead, but an Aiden Reilly goal settled the Bornacoola nerves and a strong second half secured a 1-11 to 1-7 win.
The Bornacoola team was: Gerry Gearty, Gerald Moffatt, John Shanley, Sean Ryan, Mervyn Howard, Brendan Duignan, Alan Bohan, Feargal Howard, Robert Moran, Paul Hackett, Aidan Reilly, Damian Moran, Brian Reilly, John Bohan and Kevin Mallon. Subs used: Alan Croghan, David Mulligan and Richard Bohan. Next game this Sunday v Mohill in Dromod at 2.30pm.

Love in the Air
Our congratulations to Bornacoola footballer Dessie Dobson and new wife Maria who were married at the weekend. The reception was held in Lough Rynn and I believe a great night was had by all. Another Bor star – John Reynolds announced his engagement last week and we send our best wishes to him and fiancée Nicola Dolan for the future.

George O Toole, RIP
We would like to express our sympathies to the family of the late George O Toole who passed away recently. George was a great GAA man and a well known face to anyone who ever visited Pairc Sean. Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.

U-14 Success
The U-14 team enjoyed a good victory over Ballinaglera last week. Well done to all involved.

Minor Championship
The Minor championship kicked off on Wednesday evening last, when a very determined Drumkeerin side proved too strong for the Bors. Our second game in the competition sees us travel to Carrigallen this Wednesday evening for a game that will get underway at 7pm.

Division 3
The Junior A team have a home game on Sunday next, with St Marys the visitors to Dromod for a 1pm throw in.

News 23 - 06 - 08

2008-06-23T15:28:00.001+01:00

Senior League
We recorded our third victory in the Masonite Division 1 league as we travelled to Aughnasheelin’s fine new facilities on Saturday night last. In a game that was very close throughout, the home side missed a late chance to draw the game as we held out for a single point victory on a final scoreline of 0-10 to 0-9.
The team and scorers were: Gerry Gearty, Damian Mc Guinness, Morgan Shanley, Seamus Mallon, Jason Conroy, John Mc Guinness, Conor Mc Cauley, Michael Duignan, Colm Farrell, MJ Winters, Mark Mc Closkey (0-4), Trevor Howard, Philip Howard (0-4), David O Connor (0-2) and Brian Conroy. Subs used: Sean Mc Keon, Paul Hackett, Robert Moran.

Fixtures
The Division 5 team travel to Fenagh on Sunday for a 2.30pm throw-in against St Caillins. Meanwhile the Minor B Championship starts on Wednesday week (July 2nd) when Dromahair travel to Dromod to play Bornacoola in a game with a 7pm throw-in.

Division 3
The Division 3 team travelled to Drumshanbo on Sunday last and in a game played in dreadful weather conditions fought hard to secure a 1-6 apiece draw. The Bornacoola goal was the first score of the game and came from the boot of Aiden Reilly. With Bornacoola three points up at half time, Allen Gales improved considerably in the second half of a game where a draw was a fair result.
Team and Scorers: Feargal Mc Gill, John Shanley, Seamus Mallon, Brian Mallon, Sean Ryan, MJ Winters (0-1), Paul Hackett, Colm Farrell, Feargal Howard, Declan Shanley (0-1), Sean Mc Keon (0-1), Robert Moran (0-1), Aiden Reilly (1-1), Brian Conroy and John Bohan (0-1). Subs used: Bobby Shanley, Jonathan Duffy, Pat Farrell and John Reynolds.

Underage Matters
The U-12’s played Augnasheelin last week in the last game of the league and were beaten in what was a very competitive game on a final score of 4-6 to 9-9. Our underage players are again embarking on a 1000th point challenge this year and we’d ask you to support them in their endeavours. All players should note that sponsorship cards need to be returned on Saturday. Also please note that next Saturday morning is the final fitting for the hoodie’s so all boys and girls are asked to ensure their attendance.

Ladies Football
The Ladies played Annaduff at the weekend in the 9-a-side league and while they suffered defeat in that game, they have a chance for instant revenge as they meet the same opposition this Sunday in Division 2 of the Ladies League in Dromod in a game that will have a 12pm throw-in.

News 18 - 06 - 08

2008-06-23T15:26:00.000+01:00

Championship Draws
The U-16 team have been drawn in a group with Gortletteragh, Aughnasheelin and Cloone in the 9-a-side B championship. First game in the competition will be on August 1st. Before that, the Minor team begin championship action on July 2nd in the Minor B 13-a-side championship. They’ve been drawn in a group that includes Melvin Gaels, Carrigallen, Dromahair and Drumkeerin. At U-14 level, our participation will be in the 9-a-side competition where we join Aughavas, Aughnasheelin, Cloone, Ballinaglera, St Osnatt’s and Glenfarne/Kiltyclogher in the search for glory which commences on July 4th

Jack Mc Nally R.I.P.
The death has occurred of former Bornacoola player and Leitrim County board official Jack Mc Nally. Jack was a member of the last Bornacoola team to have won the Senior championship in 1957. Born in Dromod, Jack spent much of his early years in America, but starred for Bornacoola when the family returned to the village to run the family bar. He attended the 50th anniversary celebrations of the 1957 victory last year in Rooskey and indeed regaled us all with some terrific stories from the era. Jack of course was well known for his encyclopaedic knowledge on a wide range of subjects and he was possessed of an incredible memory. All at the club extend their deepest sympathies to his wife Millie and their children and extended family at Jack’s sad passing. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Junior League
The Division 3 played Sean O Heslins on Saturday afternoon in an open and competitive game in Dromod. A first half goal from Robert Moran set Bornacoola on their way to victory and the Bors enjoyed a 1-7 to 0-3 half time lead. However, the Ballinamore side battled strongly in the second half and at one stage reduced the margin to three points. However, a strong finish from Bornacoola, and in particular a terrific solo goal from Brian “Taxi” Conroy ensured the 2nd victory of the campaign for Bornacoola.
Team was: Feargal Mc Gill, John Shanley, Seamus Mallon, Brian Mallon, MJ Winters, Niall O Connor, Paul Hackett, Feargal Howard, Colm Farrell, Robert Moran, Sean Mc Keon, Declan Shanley, Aiden Reilly, Brian Conroy and John Bohan. Subs used: Ollie Vaughan, Damian Moran, Brendan Duignan

Ladies Football
The Ladies played Dromahair on Friday evening but despite a promising start, they suffered defeat at the hands of the North Leitrim girls.

Sympathy
Our sympathies are extended to the Tiernan family Cloone on the tragic passing of Tommy Tiernan last week. The Tiernan’s have been synonymous with Cloone GAA over the years and are well known in Leitrim GAA circles. Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a Anam.

U-12 League
The U-12’s played Aughnasheelin on Monday night and travel to play Leitrim Gaels this Friday evening at 7pm. Meanwhile, last Friday, the boys were involved in a very exciting game with Glenfarne/Kilty which ended in a thrilling 3-8 each draw. Well done to both sides for providing great entertainment.

Weekend Fixtures
The Senior team travel to Aughnasheelin on Saturday evening for a 6.30pm throw-in in Division 1 of the league. The Division 3 team play on Sunday as they travel to Drumshanbo for a 2.30pm throw-in against Allen Gaels.

Gary Departs
Long time Bornacoola and Leitrim midfielder Gary Mc Closkey leaves these parts for a new career in London this week. Gary has been an outstanding servant of the club over the years, having won underage medals at all levels and of course playing at centrefield on the Leitrim team that won the Connacht Minor Championship in 1998. A wonderfully committed player and a unique character off the field, “Red” will be sorely missed by his many friends in Bornacoola both off the field and on. However, we wish him all the very best in his new job and we hope he lights up the playing fields for his new club Tír Chonaill Gaels as much as he has done over the years in the Black and Amber of Bornacoola. Slán a chara, is míle buíochas as ucht an méid a rinne tú ar son an Chlub agus an pharóiste go ginerealta. Le chúnamh Dé beidh tú ar ais dúinn tar éis tamaill beag ach go dtí sin, go n-eirí go geal leat le gach rud.

News 10 - 06 - 08

2008-06-10T10:36:00.000+01:00

Division 5
Bornacoola moved into joint top position on the Division 5 table following an exciting game against Leitrim Gaels on Sunday last. The Gaels, who have yet to record a win in the Division, pushed the Bors all the way but at the final whistle, Bornacoola had a single point to spare in a 1-9 to 1-8 victory.

Ladies
The ladies team completed their 9-a-side campaign when they were beaten by Ballinaglera on Sunday. Meanwhile, the U-14 girls lost to Annaduff by five points, also on Sunday morning.

Tickets
Galway v Leitrim Tickets for this Sunday’s Connacht Senior football championship semi-final between Galway and Leitrim at Pearse Stadium will be available from the Copper Still until 7pm on Friday evening. All those intending to travel to Galway for the game are advised to purchase their tickets in advance in order to avoid delays on the day. Our best wishes to the Leitrim players on Sunday and in particular to Gary, Michael, David and Philip. We know you will all do the county proud.

Leaving Cert
The Leaving Cert exams started last week and a number of our prominent players and members are sitting the Leaving this year. Our best wishes to you all.

Fixtures
The U-12’s travel to Gortletteragh on Friday evening next (13th) with a 7pm throw-in. On Saturday, we play Sean O Heslins in Division 3 of the league in Dromod at 6.30pm.

News 3 - 06 - 08

2008-06-03T10:19:00.000+01:00

Senior League
Melvin Gaels were the visitors to Dromod at the weekend for our third league game of the year and it was the Kinlough men who dominated the first half and were worthy 0-7 to 0-3 leaders at half time. The Bors rallied strongly in the second half and levelled the game in the closing minutes, but again the North Leitrim men managed to find a little extra and closed out the game with three late scores to secure a 0-13 to 0-10 victory.
The Bornacoola team was: Gerry Gearty, Seamus Mallon, Morgan Shanley, Jason Conroy, Daniel Canning, John Mc Guinness, Conor Mc Cauley, Michael Duignan, Gary Mc Closkey, Trevor Howard, Colm Farrell, Niall O Connor, Mark Mc Closkey, David O Connor and Philip Howard. Subs used Shane Conroy, Damian Mc Guinness and Brian Conroy. Our best wishes to Danny Canning who suffered a recurrence of a knee injury in this game. We hope to see him fit and well in the near future.

Division 3
We made the short journey to Annaduff on Sunday afternoon in Division 3. The home side were much the sharper team in the first half and were good value for a 0-6 to 0-3 half time lead. However, Bornacoola enjoyed a much better opening to the second half and midway through had levelled the game at 0-6 apiece. A goal for Annaduff and a disallowed green flag for Bornacoola ultimately dictated the outcome of the game as Annaduff tacked over some nice scores in the closing five minutes to secure a 1-12 to 0-7 victory.
The Bornacoola team was: Feargal Mc Gill, Sean Ryan, Seamus Mallon, Gerald Moffatt, Paul Hackett, Niall O Connor, Brian Mallon, MJ Winters, Colm Farrell, Declan Shanley, Sean Mc Keon, Ollie Vaughan, Aiden Reilly, Brian Conroy and John Bohan. Subs Used John Shanley, Alan Croghan

U-12 Fixture
The U-12 team play Gortletteragh in Cornageeha on Friday evening next at 7pm.

Ladies League
The Ladies were defeated by a very strong St Josephs in beautiful sunshine in Dromod on Sunday morning last in what was the penultimate game in the 9-a-side league for the ladies.

Division 5
The Division 5 team returned to top form on Monday when they produced an excellent performance to defeat table toppers Glencar/Manorhamilton by 2-7 to 0-9. With promotion very much in their sights, the boys have a very big game this Sunday when they play host to Leitrim Gaels in Dromod in a game that will have a 2.30pm throw-in.

News 05 - 05 - 08

2008-05-06T10:00:00.002+01:00

Division 5
Pride of place this week must go to our Division 5 team who have continued their excellent start to the season with a 0-8 to 0-6 victory over St Osnatt’s in Kilasnett on Monday. This places the boys on top of the table in the Division with four wins from their opening four games. They now face Eslin in Dromod on Sunday next at 2.30pm.

Senior Shield
Cloone were the opposition in our third game of the Senior Shield on Saturday last and it took a late penalty goal from Mark Mc Closkey to salvage a share of the spoils in what was a disappointing Bornacoola performance.
The team and scorers was: Feargal Mc Gill, Seamus Mallon, Morgan Shanley, Jason Conroy, Shane Conroy, John Mc Guinness, Conor Mc Cauley, Daniel Canning, Colm Farrell, Trevor Howard (1-1), John Reynolds, Jonathan Duffy, Mark Mc Closkey (1-2), Aidan Reilly and Declan Shanley. Subs used: Brian Conroy (1-0), Mervyn Howard and Feargal Howard.

Junior League Division 3
The Division 3 team have struggled to get their season started and were no match for Glencar/Manorhamilton in their third league game on Sunday last in North Leitrim. After a close first half, Bornacoola were reduced to 14 men in the second period and two well taken goals for the home side ensured a second defeat in three games for the Bors.
The team on duty was: Gerry Gearty, Sean Ryan, Seamus Mallon, Mervyn Howard, John Reynolds, Niall Mc Gowan, Colm Farrell, Feargal Howard, Jonathan Duffy, Declan Shanley, John Bohan, Brian Conroy, Aidan Reilly and John Shanley. Subs used: Robert Moran, Brian Mallon, Feargal Mc Gill

U-14 League
The U-14 team have made a good start to their season and enjoyed a comfortable victory over Aughavas on Friday evening last. Their next game is this Friday against Aughnasheelin away from home. The following Friday (May 16th) they play Cloone at home. Both games at 7pm.
The panel on duty against Aughavas was: Shane Sullivan, Kieran Campbell, Barry Reid, Sean Muldowney, Mark Muldowney, Liam Mulligan, Kevin Shanley, Conor Hackett, Feargal Hackett, Karl Mallon, Ian Mulligan and Ronan Mulligan.

Frank Donnelly R.I.P
All at the club send their sympathies to the wife, family and friends of the late Frank Donnelly who passed away in Dublin recently following a brave battle with illness, Born in Armagh, Frank came to Dromod as a Garda in the 1950’s and his footballing talents quickly saw him established as a key member of the Bornacoola team of that era. He played in the forward line on the last Bornacoola team to win the Senior Championship in 1957 and spent the latter years of his life in Drumcondra in Dublin. Frank attended the Club Dinner dance last year when the Club celebrated the 50th anniversary of that victory. A former county minor with Armagh, Frank won a senior championship in Sligo with Craobh Rua in the early 50’s on a team that also included local men Cormac Mc Gill and Tony Hayden. Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Underage Training
Please note that there will be no underage training this Saturday morning.

Ladies League
The Ladies team suffered a heartbreaking defeat against Manorhamilton in the 9-a-side league on Sunday morning last. Despite dominating for most of the game, the girls let a five point lead slip in the closing seven minutes as Glencar/Manorhamilton scored three goals to secure a three point victory. Nonetheless the girls continue to improve under the watchful eye of Vinny Canning and Aiden Reilly.

County Matters
Niall O Connor, Sean Mc Keon and Paul Hackett all represented Leitrim in their Minor Championship defeat to Sligo on Monday last. The previous Friday, John Mc Guinness and Colm Farrell were part of the Leitrim Junior panel that defeated the same opposition and Leitrim now play Roscommon in the Connacht Junior Final in Pearse Stadium on May 18th. This weekend, all eyes turn to New York as Leitrim begin their campaign for Connacht glory – Captain Gary Mc Closkey, Michael Duignan, David O Connor and Philip Howard will represent Bornacoola and a large contingent from hereabouts will make the journey to the Big Apple to support them. Full report on our return.

Golf Classic
Don’t forget our Golf Classic takes place in Carrick-on-Shannon Golf Club on Saturday May 24th. There are still a number of tee times available and for information on this, and indeed if you are interested in sponsoring a tee or helping out in any way, please contact Mícheál Mc Gowan on 086 2561023.

Birthday Greetings
The Chairman has been in touch to let me know that he celebrates his birthday today (Wednesday). He refused to divulge his age but did say he wasn’t quite born when Bornacoola last won a Senior championship in 1957 but nonetheless he is a child of the 50’s apparently. Work it out yourselves. Happy Birthday Mícheál.

News 30 - 04 - 08

2008-04-30T14:02:00.000+01:00

Senior League
The Senior team got their league campaign underway with a good victory over Annaduff on Saturday evening last. A strong start from Bornacoola was key in an entertaining game as we ran out 0-12 to 0-7 winners.
The team on duty was: Gerry Gearty, Seamus Mallon, Morgan Shanley, Jason Conroy, Shane Conroy (0-1), John Mc Guinness, Conor Mc Cauley, Gary Mc Closkey (0-1), Colm Farrell, Trevor Howard (0-1), Niall O Connor (0-1), Mark Mc Closkey (0-3), Philip Howard (0-2), David O Connor (0-2) and Declan Shanley. Subs used: Sean Mc Keon (0-1). Next game for the Seniors is on Saturday in the Shield when we face Cloone in Dromod at 6.30pm.

All Ireland Scor Finals
No joy for our Tráth na gCeist team in the All Ireland finals in Killarney on Sunday last. It was Bornacoola’s fourth time in the Question Time final and this was the closest we had come to victory as just two marks separated our team of Aidan Dockery, Liam Rabbitte and Feargal Mc Gill from eventual winners Cornafean of Cavan at the end. The other four Leitrim entries all performed excellently, but unfortunately no success for the county on the night. However, there was terrific Leitrim support at the finals and it was great to see a large contingent from Bornacoola in attendance this year. Go raibh maith agaibh go léir.

Division 3 League
The Division 3 team are still without a league victory as they suffered a narrow defeat against Mohill on Sunday last – final score Bornacoola 2-7 Mohill 1-11. Next Sunday the lads travel to Manorhamilton to play the home side in a game that will have a 2.30pm throw-in.

Division 5 League
The Division 5 team have been playing exceptionally well of late, but face a difficult journey on Monday next as they travel north to play St Osnatt’s at 2pm.

U-14 League
The U-14’s played Gortletteragh on Friday night and were unlucky to lose by two points. However, the boys played excellent in the 2nd half coming back from 8 points down with the Gortletteragh goalie saving well to deny us a victory. Final score was 3-9 to 3-7. The team was: Shane Sullivan, Kieran Campbell, Barry Reid, Sean Muldowney, Mark Muldowney (2-1), Liam Mulligan, Kevin Shanley (0-3), Conor Hackett (1-3), Feargal Hackett and Karl Mallon. The boys now play Aughavas on Friday next at 7pm in Aughavas.

U-10 Team
The U-10 team played Aughnasheelin at the weekend and the two teams served up a quality game of football that was testament to the great coaching work being carried out with these young footballers by the coaching personnel in both clubs. Our thanks to Brian Mallon who refereed the game and most especially to Derek Hunt in the Copper Still who sponsored goody bags for the players.

Club Draw
The May Club Draw takes place in the Shannon Key West Hotel on Saturday night next, May 3rd. Music on the night by Evan O Donnell and your support will be greatly appreciated.

News 14 - 04 - 08

2008-04-14T11:42:00.000+01:00

U-14 League
The u-14 team play their first game of the year in the 9-a-side competition when they face St Caillins in Dromod on Friday evening at 7pm.

Connacht Minor Championship
Best of luck to Leitrim on Saturday in their Connacht Minor championship clash with Roscommon and in particular to our own Niall O Connor, Sean Mc Keon and Paul Hackett who are involved with the county team.

Engagement
Our very best wishes to Morgan Shanley and Claire Foley (Kilclare) who got engaged on their recent trip to Australia. Morgan has been an outstanding player on the senior team since the late 90’s and Claire of course is a proud Kiltubrid woman. Indeed many of the Bor lads think she played a key role in helping her parish win the county title of 2005 by keeping Morgan safely off the field of play and far away in Australia! Best wishes to you both in your lives together and congratulations from everyone in Bornacoola.

U-16 League
The U-16 team were beaten by Cloone on Friday night last by 2 points in the league on a final scoreline of 2-6 to 4-2. The team on duty was: Daniel Farrell, Mark Muldowney (1-0), Roy Keenan, Barry Reid, Harry Cumiskey, Kevin Canning, Tony Shanley, Anthony Mulligan (0-4), Keving Shanley (1-2). Sub used: Kieran Campbell

Sympathy
We extend on our sympathy to former club officer Brendan and all the Muldowney family on the tragic passing of Brendan’s son Enda over the weekend. Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Shield
Eslin provide the opposition in our 2nd shield game which takes place in Dromod on Saturday evening next at 5pm

Membership
Please note that Membership of the club for 2008 closes this weekend. All players must have their membership paid to Shane Reynolds, Jackie Conboy or Pat Farrell before Sunday evening.

Ladies
The Ladies game scheduled for the weekend was called off – the team that lined out against Ballinaglera last week was: Michelle Reilly, Nimah Reynolds, Sarah Duffy, Maeve Duffy, Lisa McGowan, Cora Mc Cauley, Jillian Duignan, Leonie Duffy, Fiona Reilly, Louise Farrell, Tara Hackett, Kelly Howard and Emma Moffatt. Subs used Nadine Hackett and Susan Shanley.

News 07 - 04 - 08

2008-04-07T11:11:00.001+01:00

U-16 League
The U-16 team played very well against a strong Glenfarne on Friday evening last, but a number of good goal chances for Bornacoola went a-begging and the North Leitrim side triumphed after an entertaining game. This was our fourth game in the competition and followed defeats to Aughnasheelin and Aughavas and a good win over Gortletteragh.
The panel and scorers for these four games was: Daniel Farrell, Mark Muldowney, Roy Keenan (1-1), Barry Reid, Kevin Canning (1-5), Harry Cumiskey, Kevin Shanley (1-2), Anthony Mulligan (3-4), Tony Shanley, Shane Sullivan, Conor Mc Weeney, Ian Mulligan, Kieran Campbell, Liam Mulligan and Conor Hackett.

Shield
The Senior team have their second game of the year when they make the short journey to Annaduff on Saturday evening for a 6.30pm throw-in in the Shield.

Division 3
An entertaining game against near neighbours Eslin on Sunday morning last in the first game of the year for the Junior A team, saw a late Seamus Mallon point rescue a draw for Bornacoola. Eslin, playing against the breeze, started the game much the brighter and an early goal gave the home side an advantage they held throughout the first half. An Aiden Reilly goal mid way through the second half put the Bors in front for the first time in the game, but Eslin hit back to lead in the dying minutes before Mallon’s late score salvaged a draw. Team: Gerry Gearty, John Reynolds, Seamus Mallon, Brian Mallon, Mervyn Howard, Niall O Connor, Niall Mc Gowan, Colm Farrell, Bobby Shanley, Jonathan Duffy, Sean Mc Keon, Feargal Howard, John Bohan, Aidan Reilly, Declan Shanley. Subs used: Brian Conroy and John Shanley.

Retirement
All at the club send their best wishes to former player Frankie Bohan who retired from An Garda Síochána recently after many years of dedicated service. Frank won a Connacht U-21 championship medal with the county in 1977 and was one of our key players when we won the Junior League in 1983. A regular with the Leitrim Seniors (along with Noel Mahon) in the early 80’s, he was the backbone of Bornacoola adult teams throughout the seventies, eighties and into the nineties. Sons Christopher and Richard have starred in recent years in the black and amber and the entire Bohan family have given great service to Bornacoola GAA over the years. Well done Frank and we hope you have a most enjoyable retirement.

Ladies
The Ladies team had an excellent league victory over Ballinaglera on Sunday morning last. Despite trailing at half time, they rallied strongly in the second half to record their first win of the season. Well done to all.

Division 5
Our Division 5 team recorded their third win in a row when they had a good victory over Kiltubrid – 2-16 to 4-1 – on Saturday night last. First half goals from Damian Moran and Mervyn Howard set us on our way in a performance that was notable for a number of excellent scores.
Team on duty was: Ollie Vaughan, Sean Ryan, Brian Reilly, John Shanley, Brendan Duignan, Richard Bohan, Jackie Conboy, Peter Mallon, Feargal Howard, Damian Moran, Aidan Reilly, Mervyn Howard, Gerry Gearty, John Bohan and Alan Croghan. Subs used: David Mulligan, Alan Bohan and Seoirse Reynolds.

Leitrim Supporters Club
Our own Shay Reynolds was to the forefront in organising this year’s Leitrim Supporter’s club campaign. Our thanks to all who supported and best wishes to the county team in their key game against Limerick in a fortnight.

Injury
Michael Duignan suffered a nasty injury on Sunday last in the Allianz League game against Down and it looks like he will miss quite a bit of the season on the back of this. However, we send him our best wishes and knowing Mick, he will be back playing before too long.

Sympathy
We would like to extend our deepest Sympathies to the Moran family (Mohill) on the recent passing of Padraig Moran, father of referee and ladies board official Kieran. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Scór Tickets
Any one interested in obtaining tickets for the All Ireland finals of Scór in Killarney on April 26th are asked to contact Leitrim Scór Secretary Maura Mulvey (087 6486967) or our own Shay Reynolds (071 96 38244) as soon as possible.

Defibrillators
A community initiative supported by the GAA club to provide a number of defibrillators is currently underway. House to house collections to cover the costs of the initiative will be happening in the near future and we would ask you to support this very worthwhile project.

News 31 - 03 - 08

2008-03-31T09:52:00.000+01:00

Scór
A great night for Leitrim at the Connacht Finals of Scór in Manorhamilton on Saturday night last with five of the Leitrim teams qualifying for the All Ireland finals in Killarney on April 26th. Our own Louise Staunton in Recitation was very unlucky not to make it a sixth qualifier from Leitrim, but our Tráth na gCeist team of Aiden Dockery, Liam Rabbitte and Feargal Mc Gill earned their second Connacht title in a row and another chance at All Ireland glory. Other Leitrim winners included the Figure Dancers of Glencar/Manorhamilton, the musicians from Leitrim Gaels, the Sean O Heslin’s Novelty Act and St Mary’s Ballad Group. A special word of congratulations to Laura Crossan – daughter of our new manager Noel, who was part of the St Mary’s group. Best of luck to all of the Leitrim participants in the All Ireland finals.

Club Draw
The March Club Draw was held in Peter Reynolds’ on Saturday night last. Winners were: Eur100 Catherine Gormley, Eur20 – Thomas Nolan, Ciara Hackett, Seamus Mc Weeney, Liam Farrell and Frank Smith. Our thanks to Peter and Marion for hosting the draw

Underage Training
Underage training is due to get underway this Saturday morning at 11am in the Park, weather permitting. New players particularly welcome

Junior League Division 3
Our Division 3 team have their first league game this Sunday when the play Eslin away from home at 12noon.

U-16 League
The U-16’s played a strong Aughavas away from home on Friday evening last and were beaten on a scoreline of 4-9 to 1-2. On Friday next they entertain Glenfarne in Dromod at 6.30pm

Ladies Fixture
The Ladies play their second game of the league on Sunday morning at 12noon when they face Ballinaglera in Dromod.

News 25 - 03 - 08

2008-03-25T09:18:00.001Z

Senior Shield
The Senior team got their season underway when they played Carrigallen away from home in the first round of the shield on Sunday last. The concession of three first half goals left us with a mountain to climb and despite a goal from Jonathan Duffy, Carrigallen held on for a four point victory – 4-7 to 1-12 – in an entertaining game.
The Bornacoola team and scorers were: Bobby Shanley, Daniel Canning, Conor Mc Cauley (0-1), Damian Mc Guinness, Niall Mc Gowan, John Mc Guinness, Shane Weasel Conroy, Colm Farrell (0-1), John Reynolds (0-1), Tommy Diffley (0-1), Trevor Howard, Jason Conroy (0-1), Jonathan Duffy (1-4), Mark Mc Closkey and Declan Shanley (0-3). Subs used: Feargal Howard, Gerry Gearty and Brian Conroy.

U-16 League
The U-16 team played Aughnasheelin in the league on Saturday last and competed very well before the concession of a number of goals after half time ensured a victory for Aughnasheelin

Ladies League
The Ladies began their league campaign minus the services of a number of first team regulars and were no match for a better equipped Dromahaire on Sunday morning last.

Club Draw
The Club Draw takes place this Saturday night in Peter Reynolds’ in Rooskey. Music and the usual prizes on the night

Underage Training
Training for all boys and girls up to the age of 12 starts again on Saturday morning next at 11am. All are welcome.

Connacht Scór
The finals of Connacht Scór take place in Manorhamilton on Saturday night next. Best of luck to all of the Leitrim competitors but in particular our own Louise Staunton in Recitation and Liam Rabbitte, Aidan Dockery and Feargal Mc Gill in Trath na gCeist

County Team News
Lots of Bornacoola players currently in action on the County scene. Gary Mc Closkey, David O Connor, Michael Duignan and Philip Howard are involved on the Senior panel, while Jason Conroy and David played for the U-21’s against Mayo in the Connacht Championship last weekend. Meanwhile, Niall O Connor, Sean Mc Keon and Paul Hackett have all been featuring on the minor team over the past couple of months. Well done to all.

Division 5 League
The Division 5 team played their second game of the league on Monday afternoon last and in a very close encounter, two late points from Gerry Gearty and Damian Mc Gowan finally sealed our second win on the trot 0-7 to 0-5. The team on duty was: Ollie Vaughan, Sean Ryan, Brian Reilly, John Shanley, Jackie Conboy, Damian Mc Gowan, Brendan Duignan, Peter Mallon, Feargal Howard, Mervyn Howard, Kevin Mallon, David Mulligan, Alan Croghan, Aidan Reilly and Gerry Gearty. Subs used were John Bohan, Richard Bohan and Tommy Beirne.

Nuact 11 - 03 - 08

2008-03-11T09:51:00.001Z

Seachtain na Gaeilge
Is í Seachtain na Gaeilge an fhéile Ghaeilge agus chultúrtha is mó a bhíonn ar siúl in Éirinn gach bliain agus beidh sé ar siúl i mbliana go dtí an 17ú Márta. Beidh na céadta míle duine ag glacadh páirte in imeachtaí - céilithe, ceolchoirmeacha agus tráthanna na gceist boird san áireamh - a bheidh á n-eagrú i mí Mhárta. Beidh na himeachtaí seo á n-eagrú i ngach contae in Éirinn, chomh maith le Ceanada, na Stáit Aontaithe, an Bhrasaíl, Sasana, agus an Ghearmáin. Glacfaidh na céadta scoil agus club óige páirt san fhéile chomh maith trí imeachtaí éagsúla a chur ar siúl. Táimid fhéin ag déanamh iarracht páirt bheag a ghlacadh sa seachtain seo ar son an chlub le cúpla líne de na nótaí a chur as Gaeilge. B'fhéidir go mbeidh sibh féin in ann cúpla focail Gaeilge a úsáid i rith an tseachtain. Na Barrs Abú!

Scor
Glacaimid páirt in oíche cheannais Scór an chontae i gCluainín Uí Ruairc (Manorhamilton) ar an Satharn seo chaite. Do bhí Louise Nic an Mhíle (Staunton) sa chomórtais Aithriseoireacht (Recitation) agus abar sí píosa álainn dar teideal “A Mother’s Prayer”. Bhí an bua aicí ar an oíche is beidh sí anois ag glacadh páirt ar son Co Liatroma i gCúige Connacht ar an 29ú lá de Márta. In éineacht léi, beidh ár bhfoireann Tráth na gCeist le Aodhán Ó Dochartaigh, Liam Ó Coinín agus Feargal Mac Giolla a bhuaigh chraobh an chontae de Satharn freisin. Go n-eirí go geal libh go léir i Chonnacht.

Foireann Sinsir
Ár mbuíochas do Mainistir na Búille (Boyle) a thug cluiche cairdiúil dúinn de Satharn i Dromad – an chéad cluiche den bhliain do na lads agus ár bhainisteoir nua Nollaig Mac an Chrosáin. Tosnaíonn an chomórtas Shield ag an deireadh seachtain le chluiche in aghaidh Carraig Álainn de Satharn i gCarraig Álainn

Tráth na gCeist Seachtain na Gaeilge
Ár chomhghairdeas do Aodhán O Dochartaigh, Liam Ó Coinín, Marie Threse Ní Dhocartaigh agus Deaglán O Buachán atá ar a slí go pPáirc an Chrócaigh ar Lá Fhéile Phádraig don chomórtas cheannais na hÉireann sa Tráth na gCeist Seachtain na Gaeilge. Ghlac siad páirt i chomórtas cheannais Chonnachta i gClár Chlainne Mhuiris ag an deireadh seachtain is cé go raibh an bua ag Clár Chlainne Mhuiris ar an oíche, fuair Barr na Cúille a thicéid freisin don chomórtas cheannais tar éis teacht abhaile sa dara háit. Ádh mór ar an gceathrar i bPáirc an Chrócaigh de Luain.

Roinn a Chúig
D’imir ár bhfoireann Sóisir B in aghaidh Gort Leittreach de Domhnaigh. Fuair Gearóid Mac Oireachtaigh cúl dúinn ó cic pionóis sa chéad leath agus sa deireadh bhí bua eisce againne 1-13 to 0-2. Foireann Barr na Cúille ar an lá: Oilibhéar Ó Meáchain, Seán Ó Riain, Briain Ó Raghallaigh, Criostóir Ó Buacháin, Seán Mac Conbhuí, Damian Mac Gabhann, Breandán Ó Duigeannáin, Feargal Mac Íomhar (0-8), Peadar O Mealláin, Daibhéad Ó Maolagáin, Caoimhín Ó Mealláin (0-1), Mervyn Mac Íomhar (0-1), Sean Ó Seanlaoich (0-1), Gearóid Mac Oireachtaigh (1-0) agus Alan Ó Cruacháin (0-1). Fir Ionad: Sean Ó Buacháin, Roibeard Ó Moráin, Damian Ó Moráin, Risteard Ó Buacháin agus Tomás O Broin.

Peil Fé 16
Ní raibh cluiche ag na lads an seachtain seo chaite (chuireadh ar ceall é), ach tosnóimíd leis ár chéad chluiche in aghaidh Gort Leittreach ar an Satharn seo chugainn ag 12 a chlog i nGort Leittreach.

Sraith Mionúir Eadar Chondae
Beidh Liatroim ag imirt in aghaidh Ros Comáin i mBarr na Cúille ar an Satharn seo chugainn ag a cúig a chlog sa sraith mionúir eadar chondae.

News 3 - 3 - 08

2008-03-03T15:39:00.000Z

Scor
The semi finals of Senior Scor took place over the weekend and our own Community centre hosted the first semi-final on Friday night. Bornacoola participated in the Recitation, where Louise Staunton recited “A Mother’s Prayer” and in Question Time with Liam Rabbitte, Aidan Dockery and Declan Bohan performing and both have qualified for the County final, which will take place in Manorhamilton on Saturday night next.

Minor League
Our minors were in action against Ballinamore on last Sunday morning with the town team enjoying a comfortable 4-10 to 2-4 victory. There was a very strong wind blowing which favoured Ballinamore in the first half and indeed they took full advantage of it clocking up a lead of 2-8 to 0-2 at half time. In the second half Bornacoola upped their game with the wind and with two goals from Niall O’Connor and Mervyn Howard things were looking a bit better but Ballinamore were always the stronger and replied with two more goals.
Team and scorers were; Harry Comiskey, Sean Ryan, Roy Keenan, Kevin Canning, Damian Moran, Damian McGowan, Niall O’Connor 1-0, Paul Hackett, David Mulligan, Mervyn Howard 1-0, Alan Bohan, Sean McKeon 0-4, Alan Croghan. Subs used were Anthony Mulligan and Darren McGushin.

Fixtures
Our Div. 5 team will have their first game of the year this weekend against Gortletteragh at 12pm in Gortletteragh while the U-16’s under the watchful eye of Shane Reynolds and Gerry Gearty begin their campaign on Sunday morning at 12 when they face St Caillins.

Social
Our presentation function took place in Flynn’s Shannon Key West Hotel Rooskey on Saturday night last at which medals were presented to the winning Minor teams from the last two seasons by Minor Board Chairman Dan Gallogly. The Senior player of the year award went to Michael Duignan, with Brian Mallon winning the Intermediate and Sean Ryan the Junior players of the year and Lisa Mc Gowan received the Ladies Award. Club Person of the Year was Noel Mc Closkey, whose immense voluntary contributions over the years were appropriately recognised while there was a special presentation to Tom Duignan who was chairman for the past five years. Our own Declan Bohan was the county board guest on the night. A beautiful buffet was served by the hotel and great entertainment was provided by The Dance Kings. Thanks to all who supported.

Public meeting
An important public meeting will take place this Wednesday night in Bornacoola Centre at 9pm to update you on Defibrillators in the parish. Everyone is entitled to the use of the Defibrillator. The CPR/AED project will only work with the support and interest of the whole community. If you got one of the flyers which were distributed at Mass at the weekend, take time to read it and come along on the night.

Seachtain na Gaeilge Quiz
Our Seachtain na Gaeilge quiz team recently qualified from Liatroim to represent the county in the Connacht finals which take place this Friday night in Claremorris. Go n-eirí go geal le Aodhán Ó Dochartaigh, Liam Ó Coinín, Marie-Therese Ní Dhoctartaigh agus Deaglán Ó Buacháin a bhéas ag glacadh páirt oíche de hAoine ar son an chlub.

News 25 - 02 - 08

2008-02-25T18:33:00.001Z

Minor League
Our minors were in action against neighbours Annaduff on Sunday morning last and suffered their first defeat of the year on a score line of Annaduff 5-3 Bornacoola 0-8. Our next minor game is away against Ballinamore on Sunday at 12 noon.
Team and scorers at the weekend were: Harry Comiskey, Sean Ryan, Roy Keenan, Kevin Canning, Damian Moran 0-2, Anthony Mulligan, Damian McGowan, Niall O’Connor 0-1, David Mulligan 0-5, Mervin Howard, Alan Bohan, Sean McKeon, Alan Croghan,

Adult Leagues
The adult men’s leagues will be getting underway in the next couple of weeks. Our Division 5 team will have the first game of the year on the 9th March with the Div 3 and the senior shield competition starting the following weekend. The senior league will start on 20th of April with our first game at home to neighbours Annaduff.

Golf Classic
The club will once again be running a Golf Classic in 2008, so make sure to keep Saturday, May 24th free in the diary and the competition will be held in Carrick on Shannon golf club.

Sympathy
Everyone involved in the club wish to extend our condolences to Gortletteragh GAA and in particular to the family of Stephen Doorigan, Tooman, who died suddenly in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital Drogheda on Saturday last.
The Doorigan family are one of the great GAA clans in the county and it was no surprise that from an early age Stephen immersed himself in the playing of our national games and indeed all aspects of club life with his beloved Gortletteragh. He showed great promise at underage level and throughout his young life starred as both a hurler and footballer for Gortleterragh, St Mel’s and Leitrim as the need arose. Indeed he was one of the stars of the Gortletteragh team that reached the county senior football final in 2004 and scored three points in the decider against Annaduff.
Despite being taken from his family and friends at such a young age, Stephen had achieved an incredible amount in his 24 years. To Mickey, Helena and Rachel we offer our sympathies and we know how rightly proud you were of your son and brother. He earned the respect and admiration of all who played against him and were fortunate enough to have known him.
Stephen was laid to rest in Gortletteragh cemetery on Monday and the huge crowds who attended his funeral bore testament to the respect with which Stephen and the entire Doorigan family are held. Níor dhéanaimid dearmad air - solas na bhflaitheas dá anam.

Bornacoola GAA Presentation
The 2008 Club Social takes place in Flynn’s Shannon Key West Hotel Rooskey on Saturday night next when the winning minor teams of the last two seasons will be presented with their medals. The players of the Year from the Senior, Intermediate and Junior teams as well as the Ladies player of the year will be announced and there will be music on the night by the Dance Kings. Buffet will be served at 10pm and tickets costing €20 are available from Tom Moran, 087.2465344 Peter Hanley, 087 9139702 and Michael Mc Gowan 086.2561023.

Membership
Anyone who hasn’t paid their club membership for 2008 are asked to do so immediately. It can be paid to Shane Reynolds, Pat Farrell or any officer of the club. Players are reminded that in order to play for Bornacoola in 2008, you must have paid your membership.

News 18 - 02 - 08

2008-02-18T11:05:00.001Z

Club Draw
The Bornacoola GAA club draws for both January and February took place on last Saturday night in The Copper Still Dromod; Music was by Maureen O’Dowd. Winners were as follows; €100 each Ann Marie Boyle, Clooncarne and Seamus Mallon, Dromod, €20 each Paul Fox c/o Philip Howard, Joe Devine, Ballygeeher, Claire Mullen, Co. Tyrone, Sean McGuinness, Clooncarne. Deidre McKeon, Liscloonadea, Damian McGowan, Cloonturk, Ann Marie Mallon, Dromod, Charlie Notley, Dublin, James McKeon, Liscloonadea, Emma Moffatt, Grace Park, there was also a meal voucher presented by the Copper Still which was won by Sean McGowan. Thanks to coordinator Kevin Mallon and all who helped out on the night and also to all the ticket sellers who again this year put in a great effort to make the draw better than ever and thanks again to all who came out on Saturday night for the draw. Next months draw is in Peter Reynolds Bar Rooskey on March 30th.

Scór
The first semi-final of Scór takes place on 29 February in the Community Centre

Best Wishes
Best wishes to Aiden Reilly who suffered a bad injury during the week. We hope to see him back on the field before too long.

U 16 League
The U 16 league starts on March 9th when we play St Caillins at home. The group we are in also includes Gortletteragh, Aughavas, Glenfarne/Kiltyclogher, Aughnasheelin and Cloone. Training under Shane Reynolds and Gerry Gearty takes place every Tuesday and Thursday.

Minor League
Our minor game against Ballinamore was cancelled on last Sunday morning due to fog. Our next minor game is against neighbours Annaduff on Sunday at 12 noon in Annaduff. Next training is on Tuesday night at 8pm.

Golf Classic
The Club will be running a Golf Classic again this year. It will take place in Carrick-on-Shannon golf club on Saturday 24th May

Bornacoola GAA Social
The club will be holding a presentation function in Flynn’s Shannon Key West Hotel, Rooskey on Saturday night 1st March 2008. The winning Minor teams from 2006 and 2007 will be presented with their medals on the night and as always the night will also see the presentation of the Players of the Year Awards for the Men’s senior, intermediate and junior teams, the Ladies team and also the club person of the year. This year’s event is a little less formal than in the past and a buffet will be served at 10pm with music on the night by the Dance King’s. Tickets priced at €20 are currently available from Tom Moran, Peter Hanley and Michael Mc Gowan.

Membership
Membership of the club for 2008 is currently available from Shane Reynolds or Pat Farrell priced at €30 for playing membership and €10 for non-playing membership. All players who intend to play for the club in 2008 (Ladies and Men) must have their membership paid-up before they can play.

News 11 - 02 - 08

2008-02-11T11:41:00.000Z

Minor League
The Minor team began their season on Sunday morning last with a very heartening seven point victory over Carrigallen on a scoreline of 2-8 to 0-7 with Paul Hackett and Alan Croghan finding the net for the Bors. An early goal in the first five minutes set the tone for an entertaining game and while the Bors led throughout, Carrigallen never gave up and were unlucky on a couple of occasions not to hit the net with Bornacoola goalkeeper Harry Comiskey in excellent form. Players and scorers as follows; Harry Comiskey, Sean Ryan, Roy Keenan, Kevin Canning, Damian McGowan, Damian Moran, Paul Hackett 1-0, Niall O’Connor 0-1, David Mulligan 0-1, Sean McKeon 0-4, Mervin Howard 0-1,Alan Croghan1-1, Darren McGushin sub used Alan Bohan. Next game is away to Sean O Heslins in Ballinamore on Sunday at 12 noon.

Double Club Draw
A double club draw on Saturday night next in the Copper Still, where Maureen O Dowd will be providing the music. A huge crowd expected, so make sure to get there early. Ticket sellers are asked to have all tickets returned to Kevin Mallon or Shane Reynolds before Friday. Alternatively tickets can be left in the Copper Still.

Bornacoola GAA Social
The club will be holding a presentation function in Flynn’s Shannon Key West Hotel, Rooskey on Saturday night 1st March 2008. The winning Minor teams from 2006 and 2007 will be presented with their medals on the night and as always the night will also see the presentation of the Players of the Year Awards for the Men’s senior, intermediate and junior teams, the Ladies team and also the club person of the year. This year’s event is a little less formal than in the past and a buffet will be served at 10pm with music on the night by the Dance King’s. Tickets priced at €20 are currently available from Tom Moran, Peter Hanley and Michael Mc Gowan.

Membership
Membership of the club for 2008 is currently available from Shane Reynolds or Pat Farrell priced at €30 for playing membership and €10 for non-playing membership. All players who intend to play for the club in 2008 (Ladies and Men) must have their membership paid-up before they can play.

News 04 - 02 - 08

2008-02-04T14:56:00.000Z

Minor League
Our first games of 2008 will be in the Minor league. Bornacoola have been drawn in a group that includes Carrigallen, Sean O Heslins and Annaduff. Our first game is on Sunday morning at 12noon in Dromod against Carrigallen.

Scoláireachtaí Gaeltachta 2008
Leitrim County Board currently have a number of Gaeltacht Scholarships for 2008 for anyone who is interested in applying. The scholarship scheme is open to registered and paid-up club members only, both boys and girls. Oral interviews will be conducted in early March and there will be fourteen scholarships in all. It should be noted that anyone who received a Gaeltacht scholarship from Coiste Chontae Liatroma in previous years is not eligible to apply again. Application forms are available from Club Secretary Shane Reynolds – 087 9751993

Club Draw
A double Club Draw (January and February) on February 16th in the Copper Still. Tickets are on sale through all club members priced at €20 which ensures inclusion in all 12 monthly draws for 2008.

Underage Teams
Anyone interested in getting involved with the coaching of underage teams in the club are asked to get in contact with Shane Reynolds (087 9751993) or Seamus Mallon (086 8334614)

Bornacoola GAA Social
The club will be holding a presentation function in Flynn’s Shannon Key West Hotel, Rooskey on Saturday night 1st March 2008. The winning Minor teams from 2006 and 2007 will be presented with their medals on the night and as always the night will also see the presentation of the Players of the Year Awards for the Men’s senior, intermediate and junior teams, the Ladies team and also the club person of the year.
This year’s event is a little less formal than in the past and a buffet will be served at 10pm with music on the night by the Dance King’s. Tickets priced at €20 are currently available from Tom Moran, Peter Hanley and Michael Mc Gowan.

Minor Training
Please note that training for all players over 14 takes place in the pitch on Tuesdays and Thursday’s at 6.30pm

News 07 - 01 - 08

2008-01-07T11:49:00.000Z

Club Draw
The December Club Draw was held in the Copper Still over Christmas. Winners on the night included: €100 Gerry Boyle, €50 John Gilroy, €30 Seamus Duignan, €20 Michael Mallon, Nancy Mc Donagh, Kevin Mallon, Mary Mallon, Jackie Conboy, Michael Quinn, Mary Mallon, Cathal Reynolds, Mary Mallon, Veronica Quinn, & Sean Mc Cauley. We would like to take this opportunity to thank all of those who supported the Club Draw over the year – it remains the main source of income for the club and we are very much indebted to all who continue to support it.
We’d also like to thank all of the venues who have hosted the draw throughout the year and a particular word of thanks to Kevin Mallon and his select team who have worked extremely hard in promoting the draw. Go raibh míle maith agaibh go léir. Tickets for the 2008 draws will be on sale in the next fortnight.

Annual General Meeting
The AGM takes place this Sunday morning in the Community Centre at 11.30am. All interested in the club and its affairs are invited to attend. In particular we would welcome new members from around the area to come along and get involved with us for 2008.

Scór na nÓg
A great night for Barr na Cúille at the County Scór finals in Manorhamilton on Sunday last as the club captured county titles in Question Time (Tráth na gCeist) and Novelty Act (Nuachleas). The Question Time team was Tony Shanley, Mark Muldowney and Paul Dockery. Ronan Mulligan, Feargal Hackett, Carl Mallon, Coleen Bohan, Sara Reid, Orla Mc Weeney, Sean Muldowney and Shannon Boyle participated in the Novelty Act.
Both now go on to the Connacht Finals. However, the real celebrations were reserved for the winning of the Club of the Year Award – an outstanding achievement in light of what was an extremely competitive year in Leitrim Scór. All of those who participated – both in the semi-finals and again on Sunday, and all who gave of their time in assisting the Bornacoola Scór effort deserve great praise. Comhghairdeas daoibh uile.

Sympathies
On behalf of the club we would like to extend our sympathies to the Beirne family on the recent passings of Michael John and his sister Mary Ellen (Comerford). Both were living in the States but were originally from Cloontumpher. Michael John of course was a member of the last Bornacoola team to win the Leitrim Championship in 1957. He was unfortunately unable to attend the tribute night to that team last February, but his award did reach him in America. Over the Christmas period, Leitrim GAA lost two of its great personalities in Tony Mc Gowan and Tommy Riordan. Both men gave incredible service to Leitrim and we extend our sympathies to their families. Finally, the death has occurred in London of Dan Bohan (Tooman). To the Bohan and Conboy families we extend our deepest sympathies.

GOAL Mile
A note to hand from Noel Mahon to extend his thanks to all who helped out with and participated in the GOAL mile on New Year’s Day. As always, Noel had the organisation of the event down to a tee and his commitment to this most worthwhile of projects is deserving of exceptional praise.

FBD League
Liatroim got their FBD league campaign off to a winning start against GMIT on Sunday last. Michael Duignan, Gary Mc Closkey and David O Connor represented Bornacoola on the field, while Philip Howard was named among the substitutes. It was a particularly pleasing day for Gary Mc Closkey, who had the honour of captaining his county in the game. Galway now visit Pairc Seán on Sunday in a game which will have a 2pm throw-in.

News 18 - 12 - 07

2007-12-18T07:18:00.000Z

Club Executive
A meeting of the club executive committee will be held in the dressing rooms this Wednesday at 9.30pm. All members of the Executive are asked to attend.

Christmas Club Draw
The Christmas Club Draw is always one of the most enjoyable nights of the year. This year it takes place in the Copper Still on Saturday, December 29th with music by the excellent Ronnie Duignan. As always with the Christmas draw there will be many extra prizes on the night and a chance to reflect on the year gone by and to celebrate the season.

The GOAL Mile
On New Year ’s Day at 2pm, the fourth annual GOAL mile will take place in the Bornacoola GAA grounds. Organised by our former player Noel Mahon, many celebrities will be in attendance and as usual the event will be followed by a raffle and auction in the Copper Still bar. Sponsorship cards are available from Shane Reynolds or Seamus Mallon. Noel himself can be contacted at (087) 2646931.

A.G.M
The Annual General Meeting is due to take place on Sunday, January 13th. Further details to follow.

News 20 - 11 - 07

2007-11-20T11:31:00.000Z

The B Factor
All Roads lead to the Shannon Key Hotel in Rooskey on Saturday night next as the eagerly awaited “B” Factor takes place in the hotel. This is the club’s main fundraiser for the year and tickets are currently on sale from members of the club for €15 each.
It should be a great night’s entertainment with many parishioners appearing in a variety of guises on the night, including such world renowned acts as ZZ Top, AC/DC, Robbie Williams, The Spice Girls, The Pogues, Grease Mega Mix and many, many more.
Who’ll be the men and women behind these acts? Only one way to find out and that’s to get down to the Shannon Key on Saturday night for what should be an outstanding night of music, laughter and entertainment. Dancing afterwards with Feargal Mc Gill and friends and if you haven’t purchased your ticket in advance, any surplus tickets will be on sale at the door on the night.

Scor na mBunscoilleanna
Great success for Bornacoola in the recent Scór na mBunscoileanna where the young Bors were successful in three of the seven competitions entered, with our Figure Dancing team, Clara Reid in Solo Dancing and the young set dancers all claiming honours for their school and the parish. Well done to Scor co-ordinator Martina Hackett and all who helped in the preparation of the Bornacoola teams for the competitions.
The list of Bornacoola competitors was: Figure Dancing: Clara Reid, Shannon Boyle, Sarah McWeeney, Orla McWeeney, Tanya Donnelly, Colleen Bohan, Celine Bolger, Jolene Francis. Solo Dancing: Clara Reid. Set Dancing: Liam Jones, Jolene Francis, Karl Mallon, Sarah McWeeney, Joshua Francis, Shane Diffley, Gearóid Mulligan, Dawn Hackett. Solo Singing: Laura Jones. Question Time: Zoe Cosgrove, Michael McCormack, Shane Sullivan. Ballad Group: Shannon Boyle, Clara Reid, Tanya Donnelly, Colleen Bohan, Orla McWeeney. Novelty Act: Nadine Hackett, Claire Rogers, Ciaran Campbell, Ronan Mulligan, Seán Muldowney, Liam Mulligan, Shannon Boyle, Celine Bolger, Maria Cumiskey, Fergal Hackett.Preparations are now underway for Scór na nÓg which will get underway in early December. Best of luck to all involved

U-12 Tournament
Our thanks to Clonguish for their invitation and hospitality at the recent Shane Brennan Tournament. As always, the Longford club ensured the day ran smoothly and our players thoroughly enjoyed the experience. We also participated in the Grattan Óg tournament recently and again our thanks to them for the invitation.

Congratulations
All at the club send their congratulations to Tanya Duignan and fiancée Stephen on their recent engagement. Tanya has given sterling service to the ladies team over the years and we wish her and Stephen all the best in their future together.

News 13 - 11 - 07

2007-11-13T09:03:00.000Z

U21 Championship
The lads played Dromahaire in the U21 Championship on Saturday last. Despite dominating possession for long periods, the Bors failed to convert a number of good scoring chances and despite a well taken goal by Declan Shanley, exited the championship by two points on a scoreline of 2-10 to 1-11.
The Bornacoola team and scorers was: Oliver Vaughan, Damien Mc Guinness, Conor Mc Cauley, Damian Mc Gowan, Niall O Connor, Paul Hackett, David O Connor (0-4), Jason Conroy, Mervyn Howard, Sean Mc Keon (0-2), David Mulligan, Declan Shanley (1-2), Feargal Howard (0-3). Sub: Padraig Duffy.

The B Factor
The B Factor will take place in the Shannon Key West Hotel on Saturday November 24th. Some terrific local acts are in prospect and it is a night that is not to be missed. Tickets will be on sale at a cost of Eur15 each over the next fortnight and music on the night will be by Feargal Mc Gill and Friends. Please support as it is one of the main club fundraisers of the year.

Ladies Football
The ladies team played Annaduff on Sunday morning last and despite an encouraging performance were beaten by four points in what was a very competitive game.

News 22 - 10 - 07

2007-10-22T14:27:00.001+01:00

U-12 Football
Best of luck to the U-12 team who are playing in the Shane Brennan tournament in Clonguish on Saturday. First game at 4 and all players are asked to assemble from 3pm.

Tom Mc Gushin R.I.P
All at the club would like to extend their sympathies to the Mc Gushin family on the untimely passing of Tom Mc Gushin (Luton). Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Senior League
The Senior team played their last game of the year against Carrigallen in Dromod on Sunday afternoon last. A point behind at half time, the Bors battled hard throughout the second half, but two goals at opportune moments ensured victory for the visitors on a 3-9 to 0-13 scoreline.
The Bornacoola team and scorers was: Feargal Mc Gill, Damian Mc Guinness, Conor Mc Cauley, Seamus Mallon, Niall Mc Gowan, John Mc Guinness, Niall O Connor, Gary Mc Closkey, Colm Farrell, Trevor Howard (0-2), Morgan Shanley, Mark Mc Closkey (0-7), Sean Mc Keon, Michael Duignan (0-3) and Philip Howard. Sub used: David O Connor (0-1) and Declan Shanley.
The players would like to extend their thanks to a number of people who were involved with us in the background throughout the year including Fionnula Howard, Michael Shanley, Michael Farrell, Tommy Larkin and Tom Duignan. Your assistance in various ways was very much appreciated. We’d also like to extend our thanks to manager Paddy Maguire, who has left Bornacoola after three exciting years and of course to Shane Reynolds and Noel Mc Closkey whose commitment to the team was exceptional throughout that period. Go raibh míle maith agaibh go léir.
Finally, a word of praise for the County Board and in particular the Competitions Control Committee for the manner in which the leagues and championship were run off this year. The season began for the Bornacoola senior team on April 21st and between league, shield and championship competitions, we played 19 competitive games in what was effectively a 26 week playing season. The regularity with which games were provided, not to mention the increase in games from previous years, is something to be welcomed by everyone who has the best interests of the club game and club players at heart and will play a significant role in the transformation from a “training” based to a games based culture.
Well done to the County Board and hopefully this successful template will be adopted as a benchmark for future years.

Ladies Championship
The Ladies played St Mary’s in the championship on Sunday morning last in Fenagh. The first half was extremely close, but Carrick made better use of their chances and went in at the break 0-6 to 0-3 ahead. An injury to Kelly Howard severely curtailed Bornacoola’s chances but notwithstanding this it took two excellent saves from the St Mary’s keeper to keep the Bornacoola forward line at bay early in the second half when a goal might well have changed the course of the game. As it was, St Mary’s scored the vital goal with about ten minutes left to play and a committed performance for Bornacoola wasn’t enough for progression.
The Bornacoola team was: Michelle Reilly, Susan Shanley, Orla Bohan, Niamh Reynolds, Lisa Mc Gowan, Sarah Duffy, Jillian Duignan, Louise Farrell, Leonie Duffy, Kelly Howard, Fiona Reilly, Cora Mc Cauley and Emma Moffatt. Sub used Meave Duffy.
The Ladies would like to thank their trainer Jonathan Duffy for his excellent work throughout the year and also Adrian Donlon of the The Vibe in Dromod who sponsored a new set of jersies, togs and socks for the championship and Charlie Duignan, Irish Contract Seating, who is sponsoring hooded tops for the ladies.

Happy Birthday
Our best wishes to Damian Mc Guinness (Cloncarne) who is celebrating his 21st next weekend. The party is in the Copper Still on Sunday night and there is an open invitation to everyone in the club to attend

News 15 - 10 - 07

2007-10-15T15:47:00.000+01:00

Senior League
A good victory for the Senior team on Saturday evening in Drumcong against Kiltubrid. A David O Connor goal midway through the second half was the crucial score. We now have only one game left in the league against Carrigallen on Sunday next at 2pm in Dromod.
Last weekend’s team and scorers was: Feargal Mc Gill, Damian Mc Guinness, Conor Mc Cauley, Seamus Mallon, Niall Mc Gowan, Morgan Shanley, Niall O Connor, Gary Mc Closkey, Colm Farrell, Mark Mc Closkey (0-5), David O Connor (1-0), Shane Conroy, Philip Howard, Michael Duignan (0-1) and Declan Shanley (0-1). Subs used: Sean Mc Keon (0-1), Brian Conroy

U-21 Training
U-21 Training continues for all players on Friday nights. Attendance has been mixed thus far, but we hope to see a significant improvement before the competition commences in November.

Best Wishes
Everyone in Bornacoola send their best wishes to club player, set dancer and all round entertainer John “Barnes” Shanley and his bride to be Louise Crowe from Dromod who will be getting married on Saturday next. No doubt you will both have a great and many years of happiness together.

Ladies Football
The Ladies play St Mary’s on Sunday in their biggest game of the season. The girls have been training hard all year for a crack at championship glory and we wish them all the best in a game which takes place in Fenagh at 12pm. Preparations were helped last weekend when the girls played their final league game against Ballinaglera. An excellent display from Bornacoola, and in particular from Michelle Reilly in goals, ended in disappointment as Ballinaglera stole victory with a point in injury time. Nonetheless there was much to enthuse about from a Bornacoola perspective and we hope there will be big support for the girls for Sunday’s crucial game. Ádh mór oraibh

News 11 - 09 - 07

2007-09-11T17:41:00.000+01:00

Minor Championship
The Minor team rounded off a great year for themselves at this level when they played Drumkeerin in the championship final in Carrick on Friday evening last. In what was a very close game, the crucial score was a goal punched to the net by Paul Hackett which sealed a two point victory for the Bors as captain Feargal Howard collected the trophy on behalf of his team mates. Our congratulations to all of the boys involved and also to mentors Jackie Conboy and Brian Mallon for their hard work throughout the year.
The team in the final was: Damian Moran, Sean Ryan, Conor Mc Cauley, Mervyn Howard, Damian Mc Gowan, Kevin Canning, Niall O Connor, Paul Hackett, David Mulligan, Feargal Howard, Sean Mc Keon, Allan Croghan and Declan Shanley. Subs were Harry Cumiskey and Darren Mc Gushin

County Final
Our congratulations to Drumreilly and St Mary’s on their championship wins at the weekend and we wish them both well as they represent Leitrim in the Connacht Championships. In our semi-final defeat to Kiltubrid, defenders Damian Mc Guinness and Daniel Canning suffered injuries which may keep them out of the game for some time. While Damien should be back in action relatively quickly, Daniel’s injury is quite serious and he will probably be out of the game for the next year. It is a tough blow to a man who would have been a serious contender for Club Player of the Year and all your team mates, club officials and Bornacoola supporters send their best wishes for a quick recovery.

Senior League
A weakened Senior team travelled to Fenagh for our sixth game in the Senior league on Saturday night last. Goals from Brian Conroy and Declan Shanley proved crucial as we recorded a 2-11 to 0-6 victory.
The team on duty was: Feargal Mc Gill, Conor Mc Cauley, Seamus Mallon, Jason Conroy, Brian Mallon, John Mc Guinness, Niall Mc Gowan, Gary Mc Closkey, Shane Conroy (0-1), Philip Howard (0-2), Trevor Howard (0-2), Mark Mc Closkey (0-2), Declan Shanley (1-1), David O Connor (0-2) and Brian Conroy (1-1). Subs used were Feargal Howard, Niall O Connor and Sean Mc Keon.

Ladies News
Leitrim Ladies play in the All Ireland final in Croke Park on September 23rd and there will be a church gate collection this coming weekend for the Ladies GAA. Tickets for the game will be on sale in Cox’s Steakhouse Dromod between 8.30 and 10pm this Friday

U-12 Championship Final
The U-12 final against Glenfarne takes place on Thursday evening at 7 o’clock. Check the Bord na nÓg fixtures in this paper for confirmation of venue.

U-16 Championship
The U-16 team are in the 9-a-side championship this year and play Cloone on Friday next at 6.30pm in Dromod.

Harvest Day Festival and Vintage Day
The Harvest Festival and Vintage Day is in Rooskey again this year on September 30th. We’d ask everyone in the parish to come out and support what is traditionally a most enjoyable day out. All of the usual attractions and many new innovations will be there with something for all ages. All club members who are free to act as stewards are asked to make themselves available as there is much work to be done on both Saturday and Sunday

Sponsors
The club would like to record their thanks to a number of generous sponsors who helped out in preparing the Senior team for the recent championship run. In particular we would like to express our gratitude to the Mc Gowan Brothers who sponsored a new set of jersey’s, Frank Moran and the Weir Lodge for providing togs and socks and Derek Hunt in the Copper Still for polo shirts for the players. It is all deeply appreciated.

News 03 - 09 - 07

2007-09-03T18:19:00.000+01:00

Minor Final
The Minor final takes place this Friday evening in St Mary’s club grounds in Carrick at 7pm with Drumkeerin providing the opposition. Best of luck to all involved and we hope there is a large turnout to support the team on the evening.

Senior League
The Senior team return to action on Saturday when they play Fenagh in the league.

U-12 Championship
One of the real success stories for the club this year has been the manner in which the U-12 team have developed over the course of the year. Last week they recorded yet another victory outscoring Aughavas by 2-13 to 1-6 and have qualified for the final against Glenfarne. .The game is provisionally fixed for this week – please check fixtures elsewhere in the paper.

Club Draw
Well done to the winners in the club draw last weekend – Eur100 Niall Riordan, Eur20 each to Eugene Cox, Noel Mc Dermott, Aideen Harte, Seamus Lannigan and Eileen Egan

Junior C Championship
The Junior C team have hit a terrific vein of form lately and followed up their recent victory over Gortletteragh with another group stage win on Sunday over Leitrim Gaels. Only one game left in the group – v St Marys – and a win there should leave the lads in with a great shout of making the semi-finals

Junior A Relegation Play Off
Unfortunately Aughavas were unable to field against Bornacoola in the Junior A relegation play-off fixed for Cloone on Saturday night last and with the game awarded to Bornacoola, our Junior A status is retained for 2008.

News 28 - 08 - 07

2007-08-28T15:18:00.000+01:00

Senior Championship
Bornacoola exited the Senior Championship at the semi-final stage on Sunday against Kiltubrid. In a very even first half, the teams went in level at half time. Injuries early in the second half which forced the withdrawal of Damien Mc Guinness and Daniel Canning proved costly and Kiltubrid were the better team in the final analysis scoring three late points to qualify for the county final on a scoreline of 0-11 to 0-8. Best of luck to Kiltubrid in the final where they will meet St Marys.
The Bornacoola team on Sunday was: Bobby Shanley, Damien Mc Guinness, Morgan Shanley, Jason Conroy, Conor Mc Cauley, John Mc Guinness, Daniel Canning, Gary Mc Closkey, Michael Duignan, Philip Howard, Colm Farrell, Trevor Howard, Declan Shanley, David O Connor and Mark Mc Closkey. Subs used were Niall O Connor, Robert Moran and Seamus Mallon

Junior C Championship
An excellent performance from the Junior C team saw them record their first championship victory over Gortletteragh on Sunday morning in Annaduff. A first half goal from Gerry Gearty set us on our way and Kevin Mallon netted in either half to secure a 3-10 to 1-12 victory in a very entertaining game.
The team and scorers was: Pat Farrell, Sean Ryan, Shane Reynolds, Paul Derwin, Jackie Conboy, Brendan Duignan, John Shanley, Peter Mallon, David Faughnan, Kevin Mallon (2-1), Gerry Gearty (1-3), David Mulligan (0-3), Seoirse Reynolds (0-1), Declan Conboy (0-2) and Mervyn Howard. Subs Damian Reynolds and Leo O Neill. The third game in the group takes place this Sunday at 6pm

Junior A Relegation Play Off
The Junior A team play Aughavas in a relegation play off this Saturday evening in Cloone at 6.30pm.

U-12 Championship
The U-12 team have been continuing their good form lately and have now won their last four games including an 8-11 to 2-4 victory over Kiltubrid and a 4-10 to 1-10 win against Glenfarne. Next game is against Aughavas and fixtures should be elsewhere in this paper.

Club Draw
Don’t forget the Club Draw this Friday in the Copper Still – music by Ronnie Duignan and lots of prizes on the night.

News 20 - 08 - 07

2007-08-20T16:37:00.000+01:00

Senior Championship
The Senior team face into their third county semi-final in as many years when they travel to Pairc Sean on Sunday evening for a 6.30pm throw-in against 2005 County Champions Kiltubrid. The best of luck to all concerned and we hope there will be a large and colourful Bornacoola contingent present to cheer on the lads.

Junior C Championship
The Junior C team got their championship campaign underway when playing St Osnatts on Saturday last at the new Leitrim Gaels grounds in Leitrim village. Osnatts began with the wind and led by 1-4 to 0-1 at the break with Bornacoola’s lone score of the 1st half coming from the boot of John Shanley. In the second period, an early penalty goal put Bornacoola nine points behind and it seemed that the game had gone away from the Bors, but a great revival throughout the second half saw us come up just short as the North Leitrim team held on for a 2-6 to 1-7 victory as the Bors wasted a number of chances that might have won the game. There were tremendous performances from the likes of Sean Ryan, Paul Derwin, David Faughnan, David Mulligan and Kevin Mallon in the second half.
The Bornacoola team and scorers was: Pat Farrell, Paul Derwin, Shane Reynolds, Sean Ryan, Jackie Conboy, Brendan Duignan, Michael Farrell, Peter Mallon, Kevin Mallon (0-1), John Shanley (0-1), Declan Conboy, David Mulligan (0-1), Gerry Gearty (1-0), Feargal Mc Gill (0-3), Seoirse Reynolds. Subs: David Faughnan (0-1) and Mervyn Howard. The next game in the competition is in Annaduff on Sunday morning at 12 noon against neighbours Gortletteragh.

Best Dressed
Our congratulations to Mary Mallon Snr (Cloncarne) who was named best dressed lady at Mohill Show on Sunday. No doubt Micheál was keeping an eye peeled for the very latest fashions from around the world over the last couple of months and played a key role in the outfit selection!

Leaving Certificate
Well done to all the boys and girls from the club who received their leaving cert results last week.

News 13 - 08 - 07

2007-08-13T14:20:00.000+01:00

Minor Championship
Our Minor team had a good win in their first championship group game against Melvin Gaels in Dromad. The score line on the day was Bornacoola 2 - 14 Melvin Gaels 1 - 4.
Team: Mervin Howard (0-1), Sean Ryan, Conor McCauley, Kevin Canning, Damien McGowan (0-1), Damien Moran, Fergal Howard (0-3), Paul Hackett (0-1), David Mulligan, Sean McKeon (0-2), Alan Croghan, Declan Shanley (1-4), Niall O Connor (1-1), Darren Mc Gushin. Remaining games in the group are against Carrigallen, Drumkeerin and Dromahair.

Senior Championship
We reached our third county semi-final in a row with a narrow victory over Sean O Heslins in Cloone on Saturday evening last. Played in terrible weather conditions, the game was close throughout but early in the second half Bornacoola had established a four point lead. The Ballinamore team came storming back into the game and it took some frantic defending to see us over the line. We now face Kiltubrid in the semi-final in what is a repeat of the 2005 county final. The team on Saturday evening was: Bobby Shanley, Damian Mc Guinness, Morgan Shanley, Jason Conroy, Conor Mc Cauley, John Mc Guinness, Danny Canning, Michael Duignan, Gary Mc Closkey, Trevor Howard (0-1), Colm Farrell (0-1), Philip Howard, Declan Shanley (0-3), David O Connor and Mark Mc Closkey (0-4)

Junior Championship
The Junior team were unlucky to lose to Allen Gaels in Annaduff on Sunday on a scoreline of 1-7 to 0-13. For the second week in a row, a disallowed goal cost the team dearly and we are now into a relegation play-off to maintain our status at this level.
On duty for Bornacoola were: Ollie Vaughan, Gerald Moffatt, Seamus Mallon, Christy Bohan, Brendan Duignan, Brian Mallon, John Reynolds, Niall O Connor, Robbie Moran, Feargal Howard, Sean Mc Keon, Paul Hackett, Damian Mc Gowan, Niall Mc Gowan and John Bohan, Sub used: Seoirse Reynolds

Wedding Bells
All at the club send their best wishes to former Bornacoola player Kevin Reynolds and new wife Catherine (nee Wynne) who were married on Friday last.

Engagements
Esker was the place to be last week as Bornacoola stalwarts Pat Farrell and Niamh Reynolds both announced their engagements. Former Leitrim, UCD, St Mels and Bornacoola star Pat will be getting married to Linda St Leger. Linda hails from Dublin, and no doubt Hubie will have lined up an intensive agricultural training course to ensure she adopts to Leitrim life as smoothly as possible (I’d say Pat could do with a refresher course at this stage too!).
Meanwhile, neighbour Niamh will marry Enda Delaney from Laois who will be well known to all in Bornacoola as he has been living in Dromod for some time now (always carry a spare key with you Enda!). We wish both couples the very best of luck in their lives together.

Junior C Championship
The Junior C Championship kicks off on Saturday when we play St Osnatt’s in Leitrim Gaels new ground at 6pm.

Ladies News
Hard luck to the U-14 girls team who were beaten by Fenagh last week. Meanwhile the ladies senior teams were rewarded for all their hard work of late with an excellent victory over St Mary’s at the weekend.

U-12 Team
The U-12 team continued their good form of late when they defeated Fenagh on Friday evening last.

News 07 - 08 - 07

2007-08-07T20:04:00.000+01:00

Senior Championship
We completed the group stages of the championship with a 2-9 to 1-7 victory over Allen Gaels in Pairc Sean on Sunday to set up a quarter final meeting next weekend with Sean O Heslins. A first half goal by Gary Mc Closkey left us six points clear at half time and a further goal from David O Connor ensured victory in the second half.
The team on duty was: Bobby Shanley, Damian Mc Guinness, Morgan Shanley, Jason Conroy, Conor Mc Cauley, John Mc Guinness, Daniel Canning, Gary Mc Closkey (1-1), Michael Duignan (0-1), Trevor Howard, Colm Farrell (0-1), Shane Conroy (0-2), Philip Howard (0-1), David O Connor (1-1) and Mark Mc Closkey (0-2). Subs used were Seamus Mallon, Brian Conroy and Niall Mc Gowan

Junior Championship
The Junior team had a disappointing start to their championship campaign, losing to St Marys by 1-8 to 0-8. Next weekend the boys are in action again against group leaders Allen Gaels and victory is essential if we are to progress.
The team on Sunday was: Ollie Vaughan, Gerald Moffatt, Seamus Mallon, Christy Bohan, Niall Mc Gowan (0-4), Brian Mallon, John Reynolds, Niall O Connor (0-1), Robbie Moran (0-1), Feargal Howard (0-1), Sean Mc Keon, Damian Mc Gowan, Aiden Reilly, John Bohan (0-1), Paul Hackett. Subs used Brian Reilly and Jonathan Duffy.

Best Wishes
Our best wishes to Aiden Reilly who suffered a bad injury at the weekend. It seems Aiden will be out of action for a considerable period, but we hope he makes a full recovery and we look forward to seeing him back in the Black and Amber before too long.

Club Draw
Our thanks to all who supported the club draw on Saturday night last and to Frank Moran and the Weir Lodge for hosting the draw. Winners on the night were €100 – Bernadette Farrell and €20 each Diarmuid Faughnan, Jim Bambrick, Robert Moran, Claire Mullen and Mary Mallon.

Sponsored Walk
Our thanks to all who supported the Sponsored walk on Bank Holiday Monday and to all the ladies who organised it, in particular Orla Bohan who co-ordinated the event.

News 23 - 07 - 07

2007-07-23T15:10:00.001+01:00

Masonite Senior Championship
The Bors got their senior championship campaign underway with victory over St Mary’s in Cloone on Saturday. A first half goal from Mark Mc Closkey proved to be the defining score of the game and with the defence on top of their game in the second half, Bornacoola closed out the game for a 1-9 to 0-9 victory.
The team and scorers was: Bobby Shanley, Damian Mc Guinness, Morgan Shanley, Jason Conroy, Daniel Canning, John Mc Guinness, Conor Mc Cauley, Gary Mc Cloksey, Michael Duignan (0-4), Trevor Howard, Colm Farrell (0-1), Shane Conroy, Brian Conroy, David O Connor (0-1) and Mark Mc Closkey (1-3). Sub used: Declan Shanley. Next game is against Allen Gaels on Saturday week in Pairc Sean. Meanwhile, the Junior team go into championship action on Sunday week when they play St Mary’s in Annaduff.

U-14 Championship
The U-14 team have been performing steadily over the past couple of weeks and began their campaign on last Monday week with victory over Aughnasheelin by 4-9 to 1-8. On Friday they played Fenagh and despite missing three regulars, put in a good spirited display before losing on a scoreline of 6-9 to 2-8.
The panel for these games included: Shane Sullivan, Barry Reid, Tony Shanley, Kieran Campbell, Roy Keenan, Mark Muldowney, Kevin Shanley, Anthony Mulligan, John Hackett, Conor Mc Weeney, Conor Hackett, Liam Mulligan, Daniel Farrell and Ian Mulligan.

Weddings
Our congratulations to former player Joe Devine who was married on Friday last. Joe played for Bornacoola for many years and was a solid performer in defence, spending a few memorable years at full back in particular. Former ladies player Eilish Shanley was also married at the weekend. We wish Joe, Eilish and their respective spouses all the best in their future lives together.

Ladies 9-a-side League
The Ladies team played Glencar/Manorhamilton at the weekend in the 9-a-side league, losing by 2-9 to 1-5.

Sponsored Walk
A fundraising sponsored walk organised by the ladies will be held on the Monday of the August Bank Holiday weekend. Sponsorship cards are currently available and for further information you can contact Orla Bohan.

News 16 - 07 - 07

2007-07-16T16:22:00.000+01:00

Championship
The Senior championship gets underway on Saturday night when we play St Mary’s in Cloone at 7pm. The curtain raiser features our neighbours Annaduff who play Sean O Heslins at 5.15pm

U-12 Final
The U-12 team played magnificently in their county league final against Gortletteragh last week and were extremely unlucky to be caught at the death in a game they led throughout. Nonetheless, it has been a pleasure to note the development of this team over the course of the year and they have improved with every single game since the start of the year.
The panel for the final included: Shane Sullivan, Feargal Hackett, Ciaran Campbell, Sean Muldowney, Liam Mulligan, Nadine Hackett, Josh Francis, Karl Mallon, Kevin Shanley, Ronan Mulligan, Liam Jones and Gearoid Mulligan, Brian Duffy.
Lots to look forward to for the boys later in the summer when they play in the championship and preparations for this will continue under the watchful eyes of Kevin Mallon, Philip Howard,

Senior League
We played Annaduff in the league on Saturday evening last. In a close game, a late free from Michael Duignan earned us a share of the spoils.
The team on duty was: Bobby Shanley, Damian Mc Guinness, Morgan Shanley, Jason Conroy, Daniel Canning, John Mc Guinness (0-2), Conor Mc Cauley, Michael Duignan (0-1), Gary Mc Closkey, Shane Conroy, Colm Farrell, David O Connor, Declan Shanley, Trevor Howard, Mark Mc Closkey (0-3). Sub used: Brian Conroy.

U-16 Training
Training for the U-16’s commences on Tuesday July 24th at 6.30pm in the park.

U-14 Championship
The U-14 team had a good win over Cloone on Friday night last. This Friday they face St Caillins in Dromod.

Minor Championship
The Minor team began their championship campaign when they played Dromahair on Monday night. Next Monday they have a home game against Melvin Gaels.

Wedding
Our congratulations to former player Ronnie Duignan who was married to Fiona Kavanagh (Dublin) in Cloonturk on Thursday last. Ronnie represented Bornacoola at all levels and was also a member of the county U-16 and Minor panels as well as a regular participant in Scór. We would like to wish him and Fiona a very happy life together.

News 10 - 07 - 07

2007-07-10T21:36:00.000+01:00

Leitrim v Donegal
The Leitrim team came up just short once again in Pairc Sean on Saturday evening. However, it was an incredible game and one of the best performances given by a Leitrim team for many years. The players have put in an unbelievable amount of effort since before last Christmas and have given much enjoyment to Leitrim supporters in the past few months. We thank them for their sacrifices and for the terrific memories from 2007 including the great win in the Hyde, the excitement of the Monaghan game in Cloone, the trip to London and the immense displays against Donegal and Galway. A special word for the five Bornacoola players who played their part over the course of the year – Gary Mc Closkey, Michael Duignan, David O Connor, Philip Howard and Colm Farrell who did the club proud.

Masonite Leagues
The Senior team play Annaduff in Páirc Uí Choilligh on Saturday evening at 7pm. On Sunday, the long trip to Dromahaire awaits the Junior A team in Division 3 of the league

U-12 Final
The U-12 team have qualified for the championship final where they will meet Gortletteragh on this Wednesday evening in Dromod. Our best wishes to the boys who have been playing some great football over the last couple of weeks. We’d appeal to Bornacoola supporters to turn out in numbers for what is sure to be a most entertaining final.

U-14 Football
The U-14 team threw away a big lead against Glenfarne during the week but played very well in a heartbreaking defeat.

Development Work
Recent development work at our grounds in Dromod has seen the installation of new toilet facilities and the upgrading of the store room. Our thanks to Noel Mc Closkey who oversaw the development work and to his team of workers that included Aiden Hackett, Sean Mc Gowan, Michael Duignan, Shane Conroy, Mark Mc Closkey and Morgan Shanley for their voluntary efforts in ensuring the work was completed in time for Féile. Lisa Mc Gowan and Cora Mc Cauley were also busy with the paint brushes and we extend our thanks to the two girls as well.

Connacht Final
A great day for Sligo in the Hyde on Sunday. A great day too for former Bornacoola star Frankie Bohan who was in the Hyde to be introduced to the crowd at the Connacht final as part of the 1977 Leitrim U21 team that won the Connacht championship. The team were later honoured at a Banquet in the Abbey Hotel. Congratulations to Frankie and his team mates – indeed Frank looked as fit as ever out on the pitch and one suspects he could still fill a jersey for the Juniors if called on!

News 18 - 06 - 07

2007-06-18T13:17:00.000+01:00

Shield A
A late surge in our Shield A game against Glenfarne wasn’t enough to secure the points, as the concession of three first half goals ultimately denied Bornacoola their second win in the group as the visitors triumphed on a scoreline of 3-4 to 1-8. An excellent Senior debut from Declan Shanley saw him score 1-2 and the Shield has proved very useful in this regard as the likes of Christy Bohan, Ollie Vaughan and Damian Mc Gowan have also been able to cut their teeth at senior level over the past few weeks.
The team on Saturday was: Ollie Vaughan, Brian Mallon, Jason Conroy, Damien Mc Guinness, John Reynolds, Daniel Canning, John Mc Guinness, Morgan Shanley, Bobby Shanley, Trevor Howard, John Bohan, Brian Conroy, Mark Mc Closkey (0-5) and Feargal Mc Gill (0-1). Sub used: Declan Shanley (1-2)

1000 Points Challenge
Our underage players turned out in great numbers on Saturday to take part in the 1000 Point Challenge. The fundraising drive for the young players was well supported again this year and with special thanks to the parents who braved the elements on Saturday morning to cheering on the young Bors.

Underage Training
Please note that there will be no underage training this Saturday morning.

Division 5
The Division 5 team have been enjoying a rich vein of form recently and recorded an excellent victory over Gortletteragh on Sunday last on a scoreline of 0-12 to 1-5.

Leitrim v Galway
Best of luck to the Bornacoola boys involved with the county team in Sunday’s Connacht Semi-Final against Galway in the new look Pairc Sean. Tickets for the game are currently on sale in the Copper Still - €25 for uncovered seating, €20 for terrace and €5 for Juveniles.

Defibrillator Certificates
There will be a presentation of defibrillator certificates to those who completed the first aid course recently on Friday night in the Copper Stil. Music on the night by Tom Moran and there will also be a collection/fundraiser on the night. So please come along and support as the provision of Defibrillators will be of major benefit to all living in the parish and surrounding area.

News 11- 06 - 07

2007-06-11T15:20:00.000+01:00

Shield A
Allen Gaels were the visitors to Dromod on Saturday evening for our second shield A game. A good first half performance from Bornacoola left the scores level at half time at 0-4 each, but Allen Gaels met better use of their scoring opportunities in the 2nd half to win by 0-9 to 0-5. The Bornacoola team was: Ollie Vaughan, Damien Mc Guinness, Jason Conroy, Brian Mallon, Richard Bohan, Daniel Canning, Shane Conroy, John Mc Guinness, Morgan Shanley (0-1), John Bohan (0-1), Bobby Shanley (0-1), Niall Mc Gowan, Feargal Mc Gill (0-1), Mark Mc Closkey (0-1) and Brian Conroy. Subs used were Christopher Bohan and Damian Mc Gowan.
This Saturday evening we play Glenfarne/Kiltyclogher in Dromod at 6.30pm in our third game in this competition.

U-12’s
The U-12 team have now recorded three victories on the trot following another comprehensive win over Cloone in Dromod on Friday evening last. Gortletteragh and Aughavas are the teams left to play in the group.

Division 5
The Division 5 team recorded their second victory on the bounce when St Osnatt’s were the visitors to Dromod on Sunday. Despite conceding two goals, Bornacoola were in excellent form in front of the posts and racked up fourteen points to seal a 0-14 to 2-6 victory. The lads travel to Gortletteragh on Sunday next at 2pm in this Division.

Thousand Point Challenge
Don’t forget that once again this year our underage players are organising a one thousand point challenge. Sponsorship cards are currently in circulation and hopefully there will be a positive response to their initiative as they will attempt to kick 1,000 points in Dromod on Saturday.

Exams
A number of ladies and men’s footballers in the club are currently occupied with their Leaving and Junior Cert exams. Best of luck to everyone.

National School Shield Final
Bornacoola played Drumshanbo in the final of the Girls National School Shield competition. In a thrilling game, the Bors came from eight points down to level the game in the final minute. However, the Drumshanbo girls rallied to the winning score at the final whistle to cling on for a 6-8 to 5-10 victory. Nonetheless, it was a terrific performance from the Bornacoola girls who have excelled all year under the tutorship of Orla Bohan.
This year’s panel included Maria Cumiskey, Lisa Geelan, Nadine Hackett, Zoe Cosgrove, Laura Jones, Orla Mc Weeney, Sarah Mc Weeney, Shannon Boyle, Clara Reid, Tanya Donnelly, Celine Bolger, Coleen Bohan and Dawn Hackett

Ladies Matters
The Ladies played St Mary’s in the 9-a-side league at the weekend. Another close game as the Carrick girls triumphed by three points on a scoreline of 1-8 to Bornacoola’s 2-2.

2007-06-05T10:36:00.000+01:00

Club Draw
The Club Draw took place in the Copper Stil on Saturday night last. Our thanks to all who supported. The winners on the night were Jim Hunt (€100), Daniel Tiernan, Anthony Sheridan, John Neary, Brendan Hackett and Tom Shanley (€20 each). A voucher sponsored by the Brandywell was also won by Brendan Hackett.

U-12 Games
The U-12’s have been working hard over the past few months under the guidance of Bobby Shanley, Philip Howard and Kevin Mallon and played two games over the course of the Bank Holiday weekend. Some great football to enthuse over as the team had two comfortable victories over North Leitrim opposition in St Osnatt’s (on Friday evening) and Glenfarne (on Bank Holiday Monday).
The panel for these games included: Shane Sullivan, Feargal Hackett, Ciaran Campbell, Sean Muldowney, Liam Mulligan, Nadine Hackett, Josh Francis, Kevin Shanley, Ronan Mulligan, Liam Jones and Gearoid Mulligan. Well done to all involved and we look forward to charting their progress over the next couple of weeks.

Senior League
The Senior team made the long journey to Manorhamilton on Saturday evening last for their fourth game of the Division 1 campaign. In a very close game a long distance free from Philip Howard in injury time secured a vital win for Bornacoola.
The team was: Feargal Mc Gill, Damian Mc Guinness, Morgan Shanley, Jason Conroy, Shane Conroy, John Mc Guinness, Danny Canning, Michael Duignan, Gary Mc Closkey, Philip Howard, Colm Farrell, Niall Mc Gowan, David O Connor, Mark Mc Closkey and Brian Conroy. Sub used Seamus Mallon.

Junior A
The Junior A team faced Drumkeerin on Sunday in Division 3. Despite scoring three goals, the North Leitrim side triumphed on a scoreline of 1-12 to 3-3.

Junior C
The third team were the first of the adult teams in action at the weekend when they played Leitrim Gaels in Dromod on Friday evening. A hard working display was rewarded with a 1-13 to 1-9 victory as the lads recorded their third win of the campaign.
The panel involved was: Ollie Vaughan, Sean Ryan, John Reynolds, Paul Derwin, Christopher Bohan, Jackie Conboy, Brendan Duignan, Paul Hackett, Damian Mc Gowan, Kevin Mallon, John Bohan, Declan Shanley, Seoirse Reynolds, Paschal Mahon, Declan Conboy, Shane Reynolds, Aidan Reilly.

Thousand Point Challenge
Don’t forget that once again this year our underage players are organising a one thousand point challenge. Sponsorship cards are currently in circulation and hopefully there will be a positive response to their initiative as they will attempt to kick 1,000 points in Dromod on Saturday week.

2007-05-08T10:23:00.000+01:00

Senior League
We played Mohill in our third league game on Saturday evening in Dromod. Mohill made the better start and were in front for most of the game but a late Bornacoola rally ensured a share of the spoils.
The team was: Bobby Shanley, Damian Mc Guinness, Conor Mc Cauley, Jason Conroy, Shane Conroy, John Mc Guinness, Danny Canning, Michael Duignan, Gary Mc Closkey, Philip Howard, Trevor Howard, Niall Mc Gowan, Mark Mc Closkey, Morgan Shanley and Brian Conroy. Subs used were Niall O Connor and Seamus Mallon.

Junior League
The Junior team played Sean O Heslins in Division 3 on Sunday morning and got off to a great start when Brian Conroy goaled in the first half. Early in the 2nd half goals from Brian again and John Bohan put Bornacoola firmly in control but it took a penalty save from Ollie Vaughan to keep Bornacoola in front. A fourth goal, this time from Danny Canning, sealed the points on a scoreline of 4-9 to 1-7.
The team was: Ollie Vaughan, John Reynolds, Seamus Mallon, Brian Mallon, Niall Mc Gowan, Conor Mc Cauley, Brendan Duignan, Trevor Howard, Danny Canning, Feargal Howard, Niall O Connor, John Bohan, Aiden Reilly, Brian Conroy and Sean Mc Keon. Subs used were: Declan Shanley, Paul Hackett, Christy Bohan, Mervyn Howard and Gerry Gearty. Next up is Eslin on Saturday evening at 6.30pm in Eslin.

Congratulations
Our congratulations to former club player Tony Bohan (Rooskey) and Maria Lyons (Dromod) who were married at the weekend. Tony won many honours at underage level with the club and was a permanent fixture on the junior team for many years

Division 5
The Division 5 team play Drumreilly on Sunday at 2pm in Drumreilly.

Club Draw
Our thanks to all who supported the Club Draw in the Weir Lodge on Saturday night last. Full list of winners next week.

U-14 Feile Blitz
The U-14 team played in a 12-a-side Feile Blitz last weekend and delivered some fine performances. This Friday, the boys travel to Glenfarne for a second blitz and will play the host club and neighbours Gortletteragh. The first game is against Glenfarne at 7.25 followed by a meeting with Gortletteragh at 8.05.

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2007-04-24T10:54:00.000+01:00

Senior League
Bornacoola kicked off their senior league campaign for 2007 with a victory over Aughawillan in Dromod on Saturday evening last. The crucial score of the game was a fine Colm Farrell goal in the second half which ensured victory on a scoreline of 1-14 to 2-5.
Team and scorers were: Feargal Mc Gill, Seamus Mallon, Morgan Shanley, Jason Conroy, Richard Bohan, John Mc Guinness, Shane Conroy, Gary Mc Closkey (0-1), Michael Duignan (0-1), Trevor Howard (0-1), Colm Farrell (1-2), Philip Howard (0-7), Niall Mc Gowan, David O Connor (0-2) and Brian Conroy. Sub used: Robert Moran.
We are due to play St Mary’s this weekend – check fixtures page for confirmation

Ladies Football
The Ladies team are scheduled to play Glencar/Manor at home on Sunday next. The team have been training hard over the past few weeks and a number of old faces have returned to the fold.

U-14 Training
There is training for all U-14’s tonight (Tuesday). All panel members intending to play in Féile should be in attendance for team photos.

Scór Sinsear
Our Tráth na gCeist team of Aiden Dockery, Liam Rabbitte and Feargal Mc Gill head to Killarney on Saturday next for the All Ireland finals of Scór Sinsear. This is the third time that Bornacoola have qualified for the All Ireland final in Question Time at Senior level and the hope is that it will be third time lucky. Best wishes to our fellow Leitrim participants Dromahaire (instrumental music), Glencar/Manor (Figure Dancing), Sinead Egan (Aughnasheelin – Solo Singing) and the Fenagh Novelty Act.

Sympathy
Our sympathy is extended to all who mourn Fr Kevin Sullivan, PP Eanach Dubh who passed away last week. Fr Kevin was a great GAA man and liked nothing better than to pass an hour or two talking football. Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a Anam Dhílis.

Dublin Championship
The Dublin Senior football Championship is underway and our own David O’Connor starred at midfield for holders UCD on Wednesday night last as they defeated Garda in the first round. A couple of years ago, another current Bornacoola player – Philip Howard – also played in the Dublin Senior Championship with Erin’s Hope (the St Patrick’s College GAA club). Indeed over the years many Bornacoola players have played in Dublin – Michael Farrell (Postal Gaels) and Ciaran Fallon (Civil Service) are two of a recent vintage that spring to mind.

Ladies U-14
The Ladies U-14 team were involved in a great game against Fenagh last week. In a game that was close throughout, Bornacoola emerged as three point winners on a 2-10 to 2-7 scoreline. This is the first time that we’ve had an U-14 team since 2004, so it was terrific to get the year underway with a victory. The team on duty was Zoe Cosgrove, Sheena Mc Cauley, Sharon Mc Gowan, Tara Hackett, Nadine Hackett, Ciara Hackett, Lisa Geelan and Nicola Rogers

Cumann na mBunscoil
Our girls schools team faced a very strong Aughawillan last week and were unlucky to lose by just a single point. The Bornacoola panel was Maria Cumiskey, Lisa Geelan, Nadine Hackett, Zoe Cosgrove, Laura Jones, Orla Mc Weeney, Sarah Mc Weeney, Shannon Boyle, Clara Reid, Tanya Donnelly, Celine Bolger, Coleen Bohan and Dawn Hackett.

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2007-04-16T11:33:00.000+01:00

Senior League
Our shield game scheduled for last weekend was cancelled due to the unfortunate passing of John Gormley (Aughnasheelin) – our deepest sympathies are extended to his family. This weekend the Masonite League Division 1 gets underway with a home tie against Aughawillan on Saturday evening at 6.30pm.

U-16 League
The U-16 team played Glenfarne on Friday night last and put in an encouraging performance, but were unlucky to lose to a stronger North Leitrim outfit

Allianz League
A great occasion in Cloone on Sunday and while Leitrim came up just short on the day, it was a very good display from the Leitrim lads against what is a fine Monaghan team. Gary Mc Closkey and Michael Duignan started at midfield while David O Connor made an appearance as a temporary substitute in the first half. Colm Farrell and Philip Howard completed the Bornacoola representation on the panel.

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2007-04-12T10:54:00.000+01:00

Division 3 League
The Division 3 team maintained their excellent start to the season with a good win over Gortleterragh in Cornageeha on Saturday evening. Despite missing five regulars, the Bors were quickly out of the blocks and scored three goals in the first twenty minutes to leave Gortletteragh with a mountain to climb. The first came from Brian Conroy with Niall Mc Gowan supplying two. A penalty save from Bornacoola keeper Ollie Vaughan denied the home team their best goal scoring chance.
In the second period, Gortletteragh stuck to the task manfully and at one point had reduced a nine point gap to just four but Bornacoola steadied the ship in the closing minutes to run out 3-7 to 0-10 victors.
The team and scorers was: Ollie Vaughan, Brian Mallon, John Reynolds, Christy Bohan, Brendan Duignan, Richie Bohan, Dermot Shanley, Trevor Howard, Danny Canning, Bobby Shanley (0-2), John Bohan, Niall Mc Gowan (2-2), Robert Moran (0-1), Brian Conroy (1-2) and Brian Reilly. Subs used were Sean Ryan and Aiden Reilly while David Mulligan and Mervyn Howard completed the panel on duty.
The action switches to the Shield C Competition on Sunday, when we play Mohill away from home at 12 noon. Annaduff and Sean O Heslins are the other teams in this group.

U-10 Blitz
The latest generation of young Bors gave a fine display on Easter Saturday when they took part in the first of a series of under 10 blitz's. With the sun beaming down many players made debuts as the Bors played four games against Aughnasheelin, Cloone, Aughavas and Kiltubrid. For the record the Bors finished the morning’s football with two wins, a draw and a defeat.
A strong traveling support saw many impressive performances with Luke Jones, Robert Beirne, Kevin Mulligan, Gearoid Mulligan, Michelle Hackett, Liam Jones, Sean Muldowney, Ronan Mulligan, Dillon Vaughan, Karl Mallon, Clara Reed, Cian Mallon, Shane Mallon, Jordon Cramp, Christy Sullivan, Oran Mc Guinness, Tanya Boyle and Aaron Hackett all featuring in the Black and Amber. (Apologies if any names were missed).
Our thanks to Aughasheelin GAA Club for hosting the blitz. A special thanks must be given to the traveling support who made the morning such a success for all involved and of course to trainers John Mc Guinness and John Reynolds for their contribution. Training is as usual at 11am on Saturday morning.

Division 5
The mixed form of the 3rd team continued on Sunday morning when St Caillin’s proved much too strong for us in Fenagh. Final score 3-10 to 0-2 for the home team.

Senior Challenge
Our thanks to Mohill for providing a very useful outing for our senior team on Monday morning last. We play Aughnasheelin in our first game in the Shield A (played without county players) on Saturday next at 6.30pm in Dromod. The other teams in this Division are Kiltubrid, Allen Gaels, Glenfarne and Eslin.

U-16 League
16 LeagueWe’re due to play Glenfarne in Dromod on Friday evening in the U-16 league. Confirmation of the fixtures should be elsewhere in this edition.

2007-04-02T12:04:00.000+01:00

Junior A
The Division 3 team began their campaign in impressive fashion with an excellent victory over Mohill in Dromod on Saturday evening. The foundations for the win were laid early when goals from Brian Conroy and John Bohan set us on the road to victory. Mohill fought their way back into the game but two late points ensured we recorded our maiden victory of the 2007 campaign on a 2-9 to 1-10 scoreline.
The team and scorers was: Ollie Vaughan, Christy Bohan, Seamus Mallon, John Reynolds, Conor Mc Cauley (0-1), Richard Bohan, Dermot Shanley, Daniel Canning, Trevor Howard, Feargal Howard (0-1), Niall Mc Gowan (0-3), John Bohan (1-0), Sean Mc Keon (0-2), Brian Conroy (1-1) and Brian Mallon (0-1). Subs used were Robert Moran and Bobby Shanley. The boys are due to play Gortletteragh on Saturday next at 4.30pm in Cornageeha.

Scor Finals
A Connacht Scor title arrived for the club on Saturday night when our Question Time team qualified for the All Ireland final for the second year in a row. Aidan Dockery, Liam Rabbitte and Feargal Mc Gill were on duty and they will now represent Leitrim and Connacht at the All Ireland finals in Killarney on April 29th. Louise Staunton performed for us in Recitation and was unlucky not to join the five Leitrim winners on the night. Our congratulations to Glencar/Manorhamilton Figure Dancers, to Sinead Egan in Solo Singing, to the St Caillin’s Novelty Act and the Instrumental Music group from Dromahair who have all qualified for the All Ireland finals.

Junior B
The 3rd team played St Mary’s on Sunday morning in an entertaining game. Two goals for Carrick – one in either half – effectively wrapped up the points, but had we taken a number of good scoring chances it might have been a lot closer. The full time score was 2-5 to 1-4 and the Bornacoola team was: Ollie Vaughan, Sean Ryan, Richard Bohan, Christy Bohan, Brendan Duignan, John Reynolds, Damian Mc Gowan, Peter Mallon, John Bohan, Jackie Conboy, Feargal Howard, Sean Mc Keon, Mervyn Howard, John Shanley and Brian Reilly. Subs introduced were David Mulligan, Paschal Mahon and Kevin Mallon. This week’s game is against Fenagh on Sunday at 12pm in Fenagh.

Ladies Football
The Ladies team played Annaduff in Páirc Uí Choiligh on Sunday morning in their second league game of the campaign and showed a huge improvement on the previous week. Indeed had we managed to convert a few excellent first half goal chances, the game might have developed differently. As it was, at the other end of the field a certain Mrs Mallon was in terrific form for Annaduff and punished the Bornacoola defence on several occasions. An entertaining game which ended with a 4-9 to 3-1 victory for our neighbours.
The Bornacoola panel on Sunday was Michelle Reilly, Jillian Duignan, Niamh Reynolds. Orla Bohan, Sarah Duffy, Fiona Reilly, Charlotte Faughnan, Lisa Mc Gowan, Leonie Duffy, Cora Mc Cauley, Michelle O Beirne, Alison Mc Keon, Kelly Howard, Maeve Duffy, Louise Staunton and Naomi Faughnan

Around the Club
Our congratulations to former(?) player David Conroy on his recent engagement to Mairead Mc Hugh. We haven’t given up hope of a comeback to the playing fields for Mr Conroy just yet….. A huge crowd at the going away party for club members Naomi Faughnan and Ellen Duignan on Saturday last in the Vibe. The girls are Australia Bound from next weekend and we hope they have a terrific year. We look forward to seeing them back in the Bornacoola colours on their return….. Speaking of Australia, on her way home is Louise Farrell and she should be a terrific addition to the Ladies team in the coming weeks….. A great collection of Bornacoola people of all ages in the Hyde on Sunday last and Gary Mc Closkey’s crucial goal brought them all to their feet….. Another fine turnout at the Club Draw in the Bridge on Friday night and Kevin and his helpers are doing an excellent job in their organisation of the event. Our thanks to Mary and the Reynolds’ family for their usual exceptional hospitality….. Saturday morning training for all ages up to U-14 is going really well. Full credit to the two John’s (Reynolds and Mc Guinness), Kevin and Philip who are doing a terrific job with our young players….. Finally this week, a few birthdays to mention – Mary in Cloncolory would be most upset if she didn’t get a mention, as would Hubert in Esker who celebrates on the 16th I think, while local musicians Tom (Rooskey) and Ronnie (Cloonturk) are also adding another year around this time

U-10 Blitz
There is an U10 blitz in Aughnasheelin on Saturday next at 10.30am. Parents and players are asked to meet at the park in Dromod at 9.45am and to bring all football gear. This is a great opportunity for our younger players as they begin their careers in the black and amber.

2007-03-26T13:30:00.000+01:00

Division 5
It’s two wins and two defeats for our Division 5 team this year as they went down to Mohill on Sunday morning last in a competitive game. A crucial goal for the visitors proved the difference. St Mary’s are next on the list in Dromod on Sunday morning at 11.30am

Ladies
The Ladies team, once again under the management of Jonathan Duffy, got their season underway when they faced Dromahair on Sunday morning last in Annaduff, with the North Leitrim side running out 4-10 to 2-2 victors.

Scór
We retained the Club of the Year award for the second successive year in Manorhamilton on Saturday night last and there were also county titles for the Question Time team and Louise Staunton in Recitation. Well done to everyone who took part in 2007. The club was one of the few represented in all eight disciplines and this is quite an achievement in itself. We’d also like to thank all those who helped out in any way over the last couple of months in the preparation of teams for the competition, to John Geary and Mary Cassidy for supplying music for our dancers and in particular to our efficient and dedicated Scor officer, Martina Hackett.
The Bornacoola competitors on Saturday night were in Rince Fóirne (Figure Dancing) – Niamh Ní Raghnaill, Sarah Ní hAicéid, Therese Ní Seanlaíoch, Orlaith Nic Aonghusa, Emma Mofféid, Edel Bean Uí Mealláin agus Jillian Ní Duigeannáin; Aithriseoireacht (Recitation): Louise Nic an Mhíle, Tráth na gCeist (Question Time): Aodhán O Dochartaigh, Feargal Mac a Ghoill agus Liam O Coinín, Ceol Uirlise (Instrumental Music) – Deirdre Bn Uí Maolagáin, Sharon Bn Uí Sheoin agus Feargal Mac a Ghoill; Balléad Grúpa (Ballad Group) – Seán Mac Raghnaill, Martina Bn Uí hAicéid, Deirdre Bn Uí Maolagáin, Sharon Bn Uí Sheoin agus Orlaith Ní Buacháin; Nuachleas (Novelty Act) Deaglán Ó Conbhuí, Brian agus Caomhín Ó Mealláin, Máire Bn Uí Mealláin (Snr) agus Aine Máire Bn Uí Bhaoill agus sa Rince Seit (Set Dancing): Martina Bn Uí hAicéid, Máire Bn Uí Mealláin, Lorraine Bn Uí Raghnaill, Philomena Ní Maolagáin, Seán “Barnes” Ó Seanlaíoch, Seán Mac Raghnaill, Peadar Ó Mealláin agus Seoirse Mac Raghnaill.
The Connacht finals take place in Ballinamore on Saturday night next at 6pm – the best of luck to our competitors.

Division 3
The Division 3 team play their first game of the year in the league against Mohill on Saturday evening next at 6.30pm

Club Draw
The Club Draw takes place this Friday night, March 30th in Reynolds’ The Bridge. Music on the night is by Tom Moran and we’re told to expect a Special Guest or two for a night not to be missed.

Féile Registration
The Registration deadline for Féile 2007 is this Saturday for all U-14 players in the club. To register you will require a copy of your birth cert and a passport photo and these can be handed it at training on Saturday morning.

Defibrillator Training
First aid and defibrillator training for all team trainers takes place on Saturday morning next in the Community Centre at 9am

U-16 League
The Ul-16 team were in action over the past few weeks. Defeats to both Mohill and Annaduff have meant a difficult start to the season for the boys but hopefully there are better days ahead.

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2007-03-22T08:37:00.000Z

Scor
The County Finals of Scor will be held in Manorhamilton on Saturday night next. Barr na Cúille will be represented in Figure and Set Dancing, Ballad Group, Recitation, Novelty Act, Question Time and Instrumental Music. A bus from the parish will leave the GAA grounds at 6pm on Saturday. All are welcome and if you want to book your seat in advance you’re asked to contact Martina Hackett. Otherwise just turn up on the day.

Feile na nÓg
A meeting of parents involved with our Féile teams will be held in the Community Centre on Saturday morning next at 11.30am. The national festival of Gaelic games takes place in the county during the summer and preparations are already well under way

Junior League
The Junior team continued their good form with a second win of the campaign when they defeated Kiltubrid by a point on Sunday last. The boys are in action again this Sunday morning when they face Mohill in Dromod at 12 noon

Underage Training
Training for both the U-12’s and U-10’s on Saturday morning next at 11am. All parents of U-10’s are asked to register at the dressing rooms before the start of training. Alternatively contact John McGuinness/John Reynolds on 087 6417451 / 086 8064080 for details.

Memory Lane
Back in 1985, the club held an U-16 winter league for the young players of the parish. The following were involved: Team A: James Beirne, Tomas Maguire, Seoirse Reynolds, Ned Mc Gushin John Mc Weeney, Peter Donnelan, Noel Mc Dermott, Brendan Shanley; Team B: Enda Hayden, Damien Mc Garry, Joseph Hoey, Sean Mc Cartan, Sean Shanley, Darren Conboy, Brendan Duignan, Gavan Duignan; Team C: Joe Devine, Mick Mc Gushin, Iarla Hayden, Brendan Farrell, Seamus Mallon, Feargal Mc Gill, David Conroy, Cathal Reynolds; Team D: Paddy Reynolds, Paul Faughnan, John Conboy, Aidan Fallon, Mark Bennett, Ronald Duignan, Leo O Neill, Vinny Canning; Team E: Peter Mallon, Paul Shanley, Brendan Reynolds, Ronan Mc Garry R.I.P, Colm Reynolds, Declan Conboy, Michael Quinn and Brian Mallon; Team F: Benny Mc Cartan, Colm Mulligan, Stephen Mc Gushin, Gerry Gearty, Kevin Reynolds, Tom Reynolds, Declan Hackett and Joseph Hanley. Micheál Mallon, Cormac Mc Gill, Declan Bohan and Mick Quinn were among those who organised the tournament which was played off over a number of Sunday’s between October and Christmas. Unfortunately, we have no record of who actually triumphed but it is incredible that almost 50 youngsters were involved at the time. Our thanks to Mícheál Mallon for supplying the information on the above.