CLUB CALL
CLAN NA GAEL
SUNDAY’S lotto numbers were 1, 13, 15, 25. There were two match-3 winners Harry Todd (snr) C/O Do and Aodhan And Conor C/O A. Kirk. The jackpot wasn’t won and rises to €7,200.
CUCHULAINN GAELS
LAST week’s lotto numbers were 3, 13, 15, 23. The match-3 winners were Michelle O Hagan, Ann Mallon, Denis Larkin. Jackpot €20000 with reserve of €8700, This week’s draw is on Wednesday in the Granvue.
Cul Camp takes place 31st July - 4th of August at Pairc Naomh Lorcan Omeath. It is open for boys/girls from 6-13yr olds and open to club members and non members! For info PM our Facebook page or visit the Kellogs Cul Camp website.
Unfortunately our lovely wet summer weather slightly dampened our first night of Gaelic For Girls, but fair play to the girls that battled on through! But not to worry, we will be continuing every Monday evening at 7pm (spread the word). Don’t forget you can register any new comers online.
A huge congratulations to our U8s coach John O’Hagan on completing a parachute jump last Sunday morning to help raise £400 to help find a cure for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy for 4 year old Alfie Pentony. Well done John!
That time of year again folks to get your jiving shoes on, for the Convoy To Cooley weekend this August 19th, 20th and 21st. Tickets on sale in all business and stores in Omeath. PM on Cuchulainn Gaels Facebook page or contact Shauna on 086-8854846.
GERALDINES
LAST week’s lotto numbers were 1, 20, 22, 23. The jackpot of €9,800 wasn’t won and rises to €10,200. Play online at www. klubfunder.com.
GLEN EMMETS
THE seniors beat Stabannon Parnells in the Gaelic Grounds Drogheda last Thursday evening. The next match is this Thursday, 13th July at 8pm against Cuchulainn Gaels.
Louth will play Dublin in the Leinster Minor Football Championship final on July 16th in Croke Park. Best of luck to Kealan O’Neill and Sam Kenny on the panel for Louth.
Our Cul Camp returns from July 17th-21st. Register online.
The lotto numbers for 4th July were 3, 8, 27, 31 and 10, 17, 19, 24. Lucky dip winners of €25 are: Susie Englishby, Michaela Farnan, Tommy Carroll, Alan Doyle. Jackpots €10,000 and €1,500. Draw takes place this Tuesday night in the clubrooms. Every ticket will be included in two draws, with two chances to win! Tickets are available from the Mace, from the Lotto hut at the Mace 12-6pm every Saturday and any committee member or online. Funds raised from our Lotto draw go towards the running of the club and your support is greatly appreciated. With this in mind we are asking people if they can sell tickets to family, friends and work colleagues. If you think you could sell tickets, please contact Jack Carolan on (087)2316722.
Our new signage is currently going up at Cusack Park. If you are interested in advertising your business on full colour aluminium signage fixed to our sideline fencing, we have three different packages available, contact Cariona on 086-3203675. Thanks to all businesses who have purchased signs so far!
Doing a spring clearout? Drop down any unwanted clothes, sheets, curtains etc. to the clubrooms when open or contact Marie Russell on (087)6876870 to arrange an alternative time. Thanks again!
We are on Twitter (@Glen_Emmets) and we are on Facebook. We will be posting information on fixtures, match results, team photos, Lotto results, information on events, Throwback Thursday photos and much more. Log on and don’t miss out!
Get all your Glen Emmets jerseys, half zips, shorts, tracksuits, bags, socks etc in the club shop. Contact Marie Russell on (087)6876870
Anyone wishing to book the Astro Pitch can do so by contacting Anthony Carolan on (086) 8250168
We have a function room and a meeting room available for meetings or parties. Please contact Jack Carolan on (087)2316722 for details.
HUNTERSTOWN
CONGRATULATIONS to our men’s team who won their first match of the championship on Friday evening in Stabannon. The final score was Hunterstown 1-10 St.Fechins 0-09. Hunterstown Rovers face St.Mochtas in the next round of the championship.
Bingo takes place every Friday night in the Ardee Parish Centre at 8 pm. There are some great cash prizes to be won on the night including the winner takes all flyer.
Lotto draw takes place every Sunday night in the Hunterstown Inn. Tickets can be bought from any committee member or from the Hunterstown Inn or from the Hunterstown Rovers bingo.
Couch to 5k takes place every Tuesday and Thursday evening at the pitch. Registration at 7:15pm, starting at 7:30pm, everyone is welcome.
JOHN MITCHELS
CONGRATULATIONS to Mitchels player John Gallagher on reaching a Leinster Final in Croke Park this Sunday 16th July with the Louth Minor Team. Louth defeated Wexford in a close nail biting encounter in Wexford last Tuesday to reach the first Leinster Minor Final since 1971.
We are running a bus to Croke Park to cheer on John and the team - to order tickets contact Ray Sweeney 087 6590651 or Frieda Halpenny 087 6962295 ASAP.
The juveniles are holding a Recycled Used Clothing Collection until Wed 12th July in the clubrooms! So start clearing out those cupboards and wardrobes in aid of a great cause! All monies raised will go to the club Juveniles as we continue to have ever growing numbers at training on Friday evenings! Thanks for your support.
Juvenile Training continues every Friday evening in the pitch at 6.30pm until 7.30pm. We provide football for all ages starting at Nursery, U7, U9 upwards. Registration is FREE and there is NO CHARGE for training. Newcomers are always welcome!
Well done to our U9s who participated in two blitzes recently and worked really well as a team, tackling, passing the ball, scoring and having fun! Also great work by our U7s who played in a blitz in Haggardstown Sunday week.
The lotto jackpot is a very attractive €5,400! Draw takes place every Tuesday night in the clubrooms. Envelopes can be got in Landys Irish Harp, Ardee PO or from any Committee member. Please continue to support as we are always trying to develop and improve our club for members and the community.
Congratulations and best wishes to our clubman and Cathaoirleach of Louth GAA, Des Halpenny on his appointment as Chairman of the Leinster Post-Primary Schools Committee.
Our Cul Camp is on 24th-28th July so ensure you have your child’s gear in plenty of time by following the online using the code LH24 - roll on the summer!
A 4-week Full Body Sculpture and Fat Loss program, with FAST Results!!! This program run by resident coach Mauretta starts the week of the 26th June for three nights a week Monday 7pm, Wednesday 7pm and Friday evening at 6.30pm. The session each night consists of a HIIT, Strength, HIIT, and Recovery Program!!! Suitable for all fitness levels. Just €5 per night. LauraLynn Children’s Hospice which is a fantastic cause has been chosen by the John Mitchels Juveniles to receive a share of the proceeds. Keep a lookout on the John Mitchels Facebook page for further updates and info. You will need your water bottle, mat and a set of dumbells.
The senior team play Westerns on Thursday at 8.15 pm in Stabannon. Good luck to the team!
Congratulations on a fantastic win last Friday against Sean McDermotts in the Junior Championship. Well done lads on a great win in a tough, physical game.
Our big 6k run/walk is on August 27th. The Irish Cancer Society and club will jointly benefit from this event. Training sessions will be starting about 4-5 weeks before the event. To register online visit Primo Events website.
For more information on these and all club activities please see our Facebook Page.
KILKERLEY EMMETS
THE lotto numbers for 27th June were 12, 14, 25, 28. The €20 winners were Odie Mulligan c/o Callans Bar; Sean Duffy c/o K McEnteggart; Maureen Geoghegan c/o S Bellew; Anna Corcoran c/o R Mulholland: Odie Mulligan c/o J McCarthy. The club very much appreciates the continued support for this vital annual fundraiser that goes towards the weekly running costs of the club so thanks all who contributed over the years and all the promoters.
In the championship Emmets lost 3-10 to 4-11 against Newtown Blues. The scorers were Tadgh McEneaney 0-7, Shane Lennon 2-1, James Fegan 1-0, Connor Kirk 0-1, Sean Hand 0-1.
Sympathy to Paddy Clarke and family on the death of his brother Gerry in Mullacrew, Louth Village.
NAOMH FIONNBARRA
THERE was no jackpot winner in Naomh Fionnbarra G.F.C. and St. Anne’s Camogie Club Lotto draw held on Wednesday 21st June. The winning numbers were 7, 9, 13 & 27. There were 3 match 3 winners Ann Kelly, Club Barrs, Christy Mulroy, Togher Road & Connie Crehan, Simonstown who won €50 each. Next weeks jackpot stays at €10,000. Tickets are available from the usual local outlets, Lotto sellers and any committee member. Funds raised from our Lotto draw go towards the running of the club and your support is greatly appreciated.
Hard luck to Naomh Fionnbarra/ the Dreadnots combination team who were defeated by Kilkerley wednesday evening in the U16 league Div 3 final. Well done both teams for an impressive display of football.
There are plenty of upcoming fixtures this week for supporters and players alike, please come along and support our teams if you can make it. For more fixtures details please see local press, Louth and Proud website, the Louth GAA website and www. louthladies@gaa.ie.
Naomh Fionnbarra G.F.C. & St. Anne’s Camogie Club are hosting a Country Night with Mike Denver in the Carrickdale Hotel on Friday 28th July - Doors Open at 9:30pm. Tickets are on sale now, priced at €20.00. Contact the fundraising committee members to buy your tickets, Peter Callan 0874163078, Martin McQuillan 0874102081, Ashley Callaghan 0861081049, Lorrainne Young 0877548546, Marie Doyle 0876528898. There is also a return bus available to the Carrickdale @ €10 per person. Please contact Wayne on (086) 252 4393 for further info.
Want to learn how to jive like the best of them ahead of our Mike Denver night in the Carrickdale on Friday 28th July??? Jiving lessons have been booked for the 19th & 26th July at 8pm in St Colmcilles School, Tullydonnell with Declan from “Get Up And Jive” who is guaranteed to give you the skills to glide around the Carrickdales dance floor. Declan is one of the leading dance teach-
ers in Ireland with over 10 years experience specialising in Jive, Foxtrot, Quickstep, Waltz and Line Dance. In October 2016, Declan was invited by Nathan Carter to teach dancing on his sold out “Carter on the Costa” week in Benalmadena in Spain. So if you want to learn to Jive, come along to “Get Up And Jive” lessons at St. Colmcilles N.S. €10 per session - contact Marcella at (086) 060 0334 to get your name down ahead of the rush.
We are hosting a Kellogs GAA Cúl Football and Hurling Camp again this year from Monday 31st July and Friday 4th August.
Supporter’s of the club can now buy club gear directly from the O’Neills Website. Our newly designed club jersey as worn by our Intermediate team is now available to buy in both adult & kids sizes. Please see the attached link
The club would like to express our deepest sympathy to the families of Peter Corrigan, Collon and Breda Fogarty. May they Rest
In Peace.
NAOMH MAIRTIN
THE lotto numbers for 5th May were 4, 13, 15,28. Jackpot €11,600 next week. €20 won by Ciaran Faulkner, Thomas & Catherine Whelan, Emma McLoughlin, Alan & Margaret Dorian, Michael Neary. Thanks for your support.
The club would like to wish the Louth Minor team and management the very best of luck in the Leinster Minor final in Croke Park on Sunday, Best of luck to our four clubmen Conor Morgan, Jack Murphy, Mark Whelan and Eoghan Callaghan who captains the side. Great achievement lads and we have every faith you will do your best to bring the trophy home.
The Seniors are out in the first round of the championship on Saturday, date and time of game to be confirmed.
Well done to all who attended the Cul Camps last week, there were between 140-150 kids there each day, and a big thanks to all the coaches for their efforts.
NAOMH MALACHI
BEST wishes to the Seniors whose Junior Football Championship campaign begins on Thursday evening at 8.15pm in Louth Village against Glyde Rangers.
Best wishes to the Louth minors who take on Dublin in the Leinster Football Championship Final on Sunday in Croke Park.
Kilkerley Emmets/Naomh Malachi U16s had a win over St Fechins last week in their last league game of the year. Best wishes to Conor Begley who suffered an ankle injury in the fixture.
The Naomh Malachi Vintage Run was a huge success. Many thanks to all who took part in the spectacular showing. Particular thanks to Luke Murtagh, Peter Rooney and Jimmy Gorman who organised the event. Many thanks also to Dawn Folk who provided the entertainment in the clubrooms afterwards. All proceeds towards the walkway. A special word of thanks to our sponsors to: McArdle Meats (Dundalk), Car-L Parts, Caseys Spar (Crossmaglen), JGM Transport, Gerard Mackin Transport, Pat Casey, Keenan’s Bar (Crossmaglen), Murtagh’s Bar (Crossmaglen), Cooley Men’s Shed, Coffee Net (Newry Bus Station), Callan’s Bar & Restaurant, Ben Byrne Transport, Blessings Service Station, Jimmy Gorman, Peter Rooney, Owen Watters Fodmarket, PLP Fuels, John Joe’s The Loft (Carrickmacross), Village Hair Salon (Inniskeen), and Anthony Donnelly.
Lotto Results 2-JUL. Jackpot €7500. Winning numbers: 1,2,14,24. No winner. Match x3 winners: Bridie Carberry c/o Packie Gogarty, Johnny Gogarty c/o Sean Gogarty, and Eamon Laverty c/i Sean Gogarty. Each winner receives €35. Next lotto draw on 16-JUL. Thank you for your continued support.
The Naomh Malachi Walkway is open. Well done to all who contributed to its development. The official opening of the walkway will take place in August. Details over the coming weeks.
Seamus and Bernard play in the Naomh Malachi clubrooms on Sunday, July 16th from 8pm. All welcome.
Chase the Ace continues in the clubrooms every second Sunday evening from 9pm.
As it’s the first year of our Cúl Camps, Naomh Malachi are hosting a camp we are making a big effort to get people signed up. We would appreciate if you could encourage all our Mini Mals to attend while kids from other clubs are also welcome.
Our club shop section has been added to the O’Neills website where you can purchase club merchandise. A portion of the revenue from these sales will go back into the club.
NEWTOWN BLUES
THE first round of the championship saw the Senior men out against Kilkerley in Castlebellingham on Saturday night. The men finished on top taking control of the game in the first half with some great scores and link play. Their next match is against the Dreadnots in the Gaelic Grounds on Friday 14th July at 8.15pm.
On top of our Senior men’s win on Saturday night it was busy for our underage players over the week.
A special mention to Alan Connor and the Louth Minor team that have secured a spot in the Leinster Minor Football Final after a great win against Wexford last Wednesday night. The last time Louth reached the final was in 1971! The team will face Dublin on the 17th July
Our U10 Boys & Girls were in Monasterboice on Monday night for their regional blitz competition.
The U13 boys had their first league game against St. Kevins on Wednesday and goals were the key factor that saw the team miss out on a win.
Our U10 girls were busy on Saturday morning in Mattock Rangers for their blitz competition.
Our U16 girls were in Monasterboice for week 2 of the Becky Woods Tournament minus Emma McDonald, Roisin Crowe and Jade Connor as they were busy as the Louth U16 girls played in their Leinster Blitz competition.
We also had Enna Farrell and Zara Mc Ginn enjoying the action at the Lidl Future Stars Events.
Some of our stars of the future were in action on Sunday as we hosted the Oliver Plunketts in an U7’s blitz. Well done to all the players and a big thanks to all the mentors for their constant efforts keeping our players busy.
Training continues each Saturday 11-12 for all ages and we welcome all new faces. Come down and try it out.
Also the Cúl Camp takes place from 10th - 14th July in Newtown Blues and places are still available.
The lotto numbers were 4-1315-28. No winner, next weeks jackpot is €11,000. €25 winners Pauline Rafferty, Marie Collins, Karen Dowd, Lily Mohan, Christina Kennedy.
O’CONNELL’S
THE lotto numbers for 4th July were 5, 13, 28, 31. There were three match-3 winners who each receive €70. The jackpot wasn’t won and rises to €18,200.
Bingo will continue in the clubrooms this Wednesday 12th July at 8pm, jackpot €4,200 in 48 numbers.
There will be social dancing on Saturday 15th July in the clubrooms from 9.00pm, music by Country Storm, admission €10 and refreshments will be served.
OLIVER PLUNKETTS
THE Club were delighted to welcome the President-elect John Horan, the Mayor Pius Smith and Cathaoirleach Choiste Chondae Des Halpenny among others to the club premises last Saturday to the launch of our 5-year Development Plan. This plan will serve as a blueprint for future activities of the club and greatly assist in reaching goals and targets outlined. The occasion was used also to unveil our new sponsors SuperMacs who provided free pizzas to the large gathering of members present.
The Cúl Camp was held this past week and the numbers attending was increased considerably on last year. A good time was had by all as the weather was brilliant and the craic was mighty!
The club wishes the Louth Minors and their mentors all the best next week in Croke Park for the Leinster Final. We will be there to support you!
The Lotto jackpot was not won and now stands at €3,300. The numbers drawn were 2, 19, 20 and 23. The five €20 winners were Karen Collier, Bridie Ryan, Maria Gates, Kevin Dunne and Tomás Ó hEochaidh.
O RAGAHALLAIGH’S
OUR senior team play their first championship game of the season when they take on the geraldines in the grove castlebellingham .Throw in 7pm all support welcome .
We would like to wish the louth minor team and management the very best in the leinster final on sunday.
Our u 7 and u8 teams were in action this week and both teams performed very well .The academy is going from strength to strength every saturday morning all new players are very welcome .
Our golf classic takes place in the co louth golf club on fri 25 of august and anyone wishing to enter a team or become a tee/green sponsor can contact the club on 0419837132 .
We would like to congratulate St nicholas clg on reaching the 40year landmark a great club with great people .Well done.
Deepest sympathies to the friends and family of Joe mallon who passed away recently .Joe was part of the louth junior team who won the all ireland in 1961.
ST BRIDE’S
THE lotto numbers for 3rd July were 1, 21, 22 and 29. The jackpot wasn’t won and rises to €5,200. There was one match-3 winner of €200, Maureen Corcoran c/o Gareth Corcoran. Tickets on sale (€2) from Mac Namee’s Bar, Mc Guinness’s Bar Dundalk, Mc Keown’s Bar Dundalk, Giovanni’s Chipper, Brodigan’s Shop, Cluskey’s Bar, Finnegan’s Foodstore Louth, Harrys Bar Dundalk, Copper Kettle Dundalk, any Committee Member/Player or play online at www.stbridesgfc.com.
ROCHE EMMETS
OUR bar is open every Saturday night for lotto draw. All welcome. Jackpot wasn’t won last week and rises to €7200.
Cupan Tae will take place on Tuesday 11th July, for the monthly get together. Gather up your friends and neighbours and make your way over to the club for a mornings craic. All welcome.
ST JOSEPH’S
THERE was no winner of the lotto jackpot. The numbers drawn were 7, 19, 21, 26, The €50 winners were Vincent Reilly c/o Jim Corrigan, Carmel Neary c/o Joey Neary, Ronan Miland c/o online.
ST MARY’S
WE are holding a night on Friday July 7th in our club rooms to honour the four in a row winning minor teams from 1964-’67. We have had a great response to this and the majority of the players contacted will be there. This promises to be a great night for people to catch up with old friends, everyone is welcome. Food served at 8.30pm.
The academy is back every Saturday at 11am. Boys and girls aged 4-7 are welcome to join in on one hour of action packed fun! This is a great introduction to GAA where we focus on the child’s agility, balance and coordination through games and fun exercises. Annual fee €30 per child. No football boots or gum shields required, just bring water and wear clothes your Mammy won’t mind you getting dirty!
We are giving people the one-off opportunity to buy a seat in our newly redeveloped stand. For a once off payment of €150 you can get your name or the name of a loved one engraved on our wall at the top of the new stand. You can purchase this online by visiting www.stmarysgfc.com. For more information email us at pro@stmarysgfc.com or call lucy on 0862694814.
Membership is now due: Adult €40, family €120, Player €50 (includes gym fob). People who are overseas can join on the website. Any queries please contact Jacinta on 086-2898862.
Are you planning a fun night? (21st, 40th, 50th, whatever the occasion is why not check out our clubhouse? Also available for children’s birthday parties. We also have an Astroturf pitch available to rent for parties or a friendly match with your mates! Call 085-7191131 for more details.
Our club shop has loads of Ziptops, training tops, hoodies and anyting you need. The summer opening hours are Tuesday’s 7-8 and Fridays 8.00 – 8.30.
This week’s lotto jackpot was not won. The numbers drawn were 8, 22, 24 and 26. The lucky dips were as follows €50 Annette Fay, €20 Jason Knowles, €20 Barney Carrie, €20 Katie and Andrew O’Reilly. Next week’s jackpot is €9,300, so play now in case you forget. Lotto can now be done online by visiting www.stmarysgfc.com/lotto or Ardee St Marys Facebook page. Lotto generously sponsored by Carrick Road Service Station, Carrick Road, Ardee.
SEAN O’MAHONY’S
THE Seam O’Mahony senior team begin their defense of their Louth Senior Championship title next Saturday evening in Dunleer against the Ardee st Mary’s, the team they defeated in the final last September. As the Mary’s v St Joseph’s first round game on Saturday night ended in a draw last Saturday night, one win next Saturday night or the following weekend against the Joe’s will guarantee our lads safe passage to the knockout stages from their 3 team group.
Our senior team were beaten by 9 points last Thursday night by a well drilled Naomh Martin side. The home side had a good start, going a goal up half way through the first half when John O’Brien collected the ball in his own half and powered through to the 14 yard line before offloading to his cousin Ben McLoughlin who smashed the ball between the goalie and the corner back, into the net with his left foot. St Martin’s then took the lead with 4 points in a row, before netting their own first goal, in between 2 Conor Finnegan frees to leave a half time score of 1-6 to 1-4 to the visitors. The Martins were on top of their game in the second half, and scored a further 2-6 to the home team’s 5 points to leave a final score of 1-9 to 3-12. Team: Sean Quigley, Colin Filan, John O’Brien 0-1, Chris O’Neill, Pat O’Brien, Liam Dullaghan, Kyle Carroll , Shane Brennan, Conor Martin, Vinny Smith, Ben McLoughlin 1-2, Conor Finnegan 0-4 (4 frees), Stephen Kilcoyne 0-2 (1 Free), Conor Crawley, Jonathan Connolly. Subs: Barry Macken, Keith McLoughlin, Kevin Quinn
Last Wednesday night the Sean O’Mahonys/Dowdallshill U13’s had a great win over Cooley in Cooley by 7-9 to 2-4.
Next Thursday the 13th, the Sean O’Mahonys/Dowdallshill U13’s host St Mochtas/Glyde Rangers/Westerns/Sean McDermotts at 7.30.
On Monday the 17th July the Sean O’Mahonys/Na Piarsaigh/ Dowdallshill U16s travel to Haggards towns to play the Geraldines at 7.30.
Well done to the Louth Minor team on their great win over Wexford by 4-10 to 2-15 in the Leinster semi-final last Tuesday night.
We are having a cardiac screening event on 15th July in our club rooms to try to prevent Sudden Adult Death Syndrome. Please log on and register, it costs €65 or is free to anyone who has Laya Healthcare. Code somgaa
This years golf classic is on Friday 28th July, please book your tee-off time with Jane on 0862785786.
Our Cul Camp runs from the 24th to 28th July, Monday to Friday, 10.00am to 2.30pm. Cúl Camps are for boys and girls, between the ages of 6 and 13.
WOLFE TONES
THE lotto numbers for 6th July were 10, 20 22, 24. The jackpot of €980 wasn’t won.