AchonryMullinabreena
TUBBEROCKS
The countdown is on for the Coolaney-Mullinabreena GAA event sure to have a huge appeal near and far. ‘TubbeRocks’, A major rock gig headlining the superb talents of Sligo musicians, Shane McGowan, Séamie O’Dowd, Kieran Quinn, Ken McDonald and Donal Cunnane will take place in St Brigid’s Hall, Tubbercurry this Friday, October 27.
This brilliant band of legends are widely renowned and tickets are sure to be in great demand. The support acts have been announced as Lana Moore, Darragh McDonagh, Colin Marren and Fergus McGowan. All proceeds go towards the Nace O’Dowd Park development fund.
So save the date and be sure not to miss out. There is a Late Bar on the night and shuttle bus service available. Doors 9 p.m. Support acts 9.45 p.m. And Main Band 10.30 p.m. Tickets, at €15, are now available from Mary 087 2415867, Ollie 087 7981827, Mickey Macs Bar, Computer Bits, Homeland Achonry and O’Grady’s Coolaney. This is a ticket only event and almost sold out so move fast or you’ll miss out.
PARISH COMMITTEE
Flower bulb planting will soon take place and all help is appreciated. This is an excellent idea and one which will provide a glorious visual enhancement at various locations and junctions around the parish next Spring.
NACE O’DOWD PARK
Many thanks to all the businesses who have come on board as park sponsors in recent months. Sponsorship opportunities still remain. We are very proud now to have a top class facility available to the park users.
25 CARDS TIME CHANGE
The 25 card drive continues every Friday in St Nathy’s Hall at the new time of 8.30 p.m. for the winter.
CONTACT
All correspondence can be sent to ollielee@hotmail.com. the panel of 17 it was also a very young squad.
We were against the breeze in the first half but were three points to no score up after 15 minutes with points from Odhrán Quinn and Oisín Flynn. Niall Judge was having a great battle with the opposition danger man and was on top for all the game. In the last few minutes after a number of wides the amalgamation team got three points but badly missed an easy scorable free. The half time score was 0-3 v 0-3 We started the second half like the first with a scoring burst. Ronán Wilson was pulled down after a great driving run through the centre after catching the kickout. Odhrán drove the penalty to the net. This was followed up by two points, one a great effort from Micheál Cahill from long range after a great run out of defence. However, despite a number of good chances we failed to improve on the score and in the 48-50th minute of the game Geevagh/St Michael’s scored 1-2 to level the scores up.
We drove up the field and points from Paul Flynn put us back in front. Their keeper made an excellent save from James Boland at this time. Odhrán caught a miskicked free and from 30metres let fly and into the bottom corner of the net. From the resulting kickout Paul caught it and one look up, straight over the bar to seal the victory.
The shield was presented to Micheál Cahill by Coiste na nÓg secretary Pat Conway.
Thanks to the players, management and the team support for all their efforts this year.
Under-13 A FEILE SEMI FINAL – Castleconnor 2-7 Collera/Strandhill 5-6 This game was played at home on Sunday morning. Before the game it was obvious we were physically smaller than the visitors and it showed in the first minutes when we went behind early on. Midway through the half we were 2-4 to 0-0 down but we held them scoreless for the remainder of the half and began running around and by them. At half time we had reduced the lead to 2-6 v 1-2. We started the second half brightly with points from Cathal Feeney and Stephen.
Rogan. However, our chief scorer in the first half Colm Ruthledge went off injured at this time. We still fought on and Darragh Flynn scored three frees and when Stephen Rogan scored a goal the lead was down to four points.
Unfortunately we conceded right from the kickout and then a mishit shot found its way to a goal hanging forward to push them out of sight again. We kept on going to the very end and it was an excellent achievement for the young team to reach this stage of the competition and also to put in such a brave effort. Thanks to the team, and management for their efforts.
PRESENTATION – At the final on Sunday there will be a presentation to volunteers of clubs within the county. It is to do with Sligo being the European Capital of Volunteering for 2017. Both Seán Gordon and Geraldine McDonald will be honoured.
And on a busy day Sunday will see a number of our lads go for glory with Western Gaels in the senior hurling final. Good luck to Tom, Alan, Seán, Stephen and Morgan Congratulations to Paddy Reape, who won best jockey under-10s in the Connacht Show jumping at the weekend? CHEF ADRIAN
Chef Adrian returns to us in November 9 in Diamond Coast is the night to reserve for a good nights light entertainment Tickets in are €20 with a complimentary glass of wine As was the case the last time Adrian visited us there will be stalls of local produce and vendors there on the night.
A great night’s entertainment is assured.
LOTTO
The last two results are as follows. In the draw on October 7 in Muddys for €11,800 numbers drawn were 21, 23, 37 and 39; no winner; the three €50 winners were Gerry/Mary Rafter (yearly), Eddie Meehan (y) and Sandra Cuffe (w – Checkout, Enniscrone)
In the draw on October 14 in Mahoneys for €11,900 numbers drawn were 4, 10, 26 and 33; no winner; the three €50 winners were Nicola Cawley (y), Mickie Joe Ruane (y), and Patrick (w) Next draw on Saturday in Muddys for €12,000
CHARITY MATCH
This year’s charity match will take place on December 27 with the awards night to follow that evening. It has been rumoured that the county league winning teams of 1990 and 1992 be brought out of retirement to play a selection of other greats.
Currently, no charity or organisation has been selected so if you wish to propose some group please contact Gerry, Darren or Ronan. It must be a local group and the money spent locally is the only stipulation. A few have already been proposed so get your speak in now.
CONDOLENCES
The GAA club offers its sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Michael Moran, Kinlough, Co. Leitrim.