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.
Monday, March 02, 2009
Monday, February 23, 2009
News 23 - 02 - 09
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.
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.
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
News 17 - 02 - 09
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.
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.
Monday, February 09, 2009
News 09 - 02 - 09
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.
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.
News 02 - 02 - 09
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.
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.
Monday, January 19, 2009
News 19 - 01 - 09
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.
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.
Monday, January 12, 2009
News 12 - 01 - 09
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.
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.
Monday, December 08, 2008
News 08 - 12 - 08
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.
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.
Monday, November 17, 2008
News 17 - 11 - 08
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.
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.
Monday, November 03, 2008
News 03 - 11 - 08
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.
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.
Monday, October 20, 2008
News 20 - 10 - 08
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.
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.
Tuesday, October 07, 2008
News 07 - 10 - 08
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.
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.
Thursday, October 02, 2008
News 1 - 10 - 08
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.
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.
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
News 16 - 09 - 08
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.
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.
Tuesday, September 02, 2008
News 02 - 09 - 08
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.
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.
Monday, August 25, 2008
News 25 - 08 - 08
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.
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.
Monday, July 28, 2008
News 28 - 07 - 08
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.
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.
Monday, July 07, 2008
News 07 - 07 - 08
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.
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.
Monday, June 23, 2008
News 23 - 06 - 08
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.
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
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.
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.
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