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Dec 4
U-16 Div. 2 leauge final
St.Aidans 4-8 Boyle 4-7
Congradulations to our u-16 panel of players, management and selectors on
winning the dvision 2 league final, after beating Boyle in Ballyforan last
saturday evening. this was an excellent game of football and credit must go to
both teams for the standard they produced in stormy conditions.
The home team went in happier at the break as they lead 2-4 to 0-3.Paul Higgins
(1-1), Cathal Kelly (0-1), Shane Byrne (0-1), Patrick Neary (0-1) and John Coyne
(1-0) were on the score sheet however solid defending and a brilliant save from
goalkeeper Ronan Kelly was also an impact on the score.
The second half proved action packed and very exciting. Matthew Coyle opened the
scoring with a fine pointand John Coyne kicked 1-1 in succession to cancel out
boyle,s goal and point that proceeded Coyles point. Nonetheless Boyle were not
diseartened and and kicked 2-2 to level the score, 3-6 each
Paul Higgins and John Coyne raised a white flag each side of a Boyle point to us
a one point advantage. Boyle then scored a cracking goal with a minute to go and
at this stage everyone was predicting Boyle to claim the title. however
goalpoacher John Coyne was in the right place at the right time to complete his
hat trick of goals and give Aidans victory by the narrowest of margins.
well done to all 19 players that performed as they all had all had outstanding
games.
Panel: Ronan Kelly, Ian Moore, Paul Donnelly, Michael Rogerson, Caran Dowd,
Shane Byrne(0-1), John Kelly, Patrick Neary(0-1), Paul Higgins(1-1), Noel
Hannon, Cathal Kelly(0-1), Liam Corrigan, John Coyne(3-2), Niall Miskell,
Johnathon Waldron, Brain Coyle, Matthew Coyle(0-1), Sean Cunningham, Keith
Moore.
Many thanks to all players, manager David Kelly and his selectors Padraig Byrne,
Des Higgins and Paddy Moore.
This team reached the semi-final of the championship, only to be beaten by
Strokestown but their hard work last Saturday.
There was no winner of this weeks parish lotto. Numbers drawn were 7, 18, 21,
and 25. There were three match 3 winners, Liam Coffey c/o The Central Bar, Colm
Feeney c/o Hobans and Kathleen McDonnell, Grange. Next weeks jackpot is €10,800
and the draw takes place in The Big Apple, Ballyforan. The parish lotto is run
by St. Aidan's GAA Club, Dysart Football Club and Four Roads hurling club and
your support is as always very much appreciated.
THIS year's AGM takes place on Friday December 15th in the clubhouse at 7pm. ALL
members are requested to attend on time.
Bingo continues this Saturday in The Hook and Tackle at 9pm. Please support.
Oct 9
Commiserations to our under strength
junior team who were eliminated from the championship by a strong Creggs team.
We would like to wish a speedy recovery to Jarlath Hughes from Creggs who
suffered a serious injury in the game.
Team: Trevor Kelly, Christy Dolan, Des Higgins, Damien Miskell, Thomas Naughton,
mark mcLoughlin, Ian Kelly, Philip Neary, Cathal Daly(0-1), Niall Corbett(0-1),
Vincent Donoghue(0-3), Andy Higgins, Paddy Mears, (0-1), David Gilligan, John
Rogerson.
Many thanks to Paddy Naughton, his selectors and all the players for their
effort through out the campaign.
There was no winner or match 3 in this weeks parish lotto. There were 4 lucky
dips, Mary Galvin, Mount Talbot, John Turley, Athleague, Eileen king,
Tubberclare, Athlone, Patricia Verdon, Ballyforan. Next weeks jackpot is 9200
euro and the draw takes place in the bridge house, Athleague. The parish lotto
is run by Dysart soccer club, St. Aidans football club and Four Roads hurling
club and your support is as always very much appreciated.
Bingo continues next Saturday in the hook and tackle at 9pm. Please support.
Many thanks to the Roscommon minor team and everyone involved in visiting the
local schools with the Tommy Markham cup
Oct 2
Hard luck to our minor team who were
defeated in the championship by Elphin by 2-17 to 1-8. Team: Ronan Kelly, Brian
Coyle, James Coyle, Ronan McDonnell, Martin Cunniffe, Alan Rogerson, Jason Daly,
Mark McLoughlin(1-0), Keith Waldron, David Crean, Andy Higgins, Eoin Carty,
Cathal Kelly (0-3), Paul Higgins (0-4), Michael Carty (0-1). Subs: Jason Daly,
Matthew Coyle. We wish a speedy recovery to Jason Daly and Alan Rogerson, who
suffered injuries during the match.
Thanks to Paul Naughton and his selectors, Des Higgins and Padraig Crean for the
tremendous effort put into the team throughout the year.
Ballyforan will host the Railway Cup match between Connacht and Munster this
Friday. All stewards are asked to be at the field at 6.30. This is a great coup
for the parish and a fantastic night is expected, with a chance to see some of
the country's finest talent on display.
The numbers drawn for this weeks lotto were 6, 12, 17 and 20. There were no
jackpot winners but matching 3 were Mai and Marion Gately, Dysart and Ann Gately,
Dysart. Next weeks jackpot is €9,000 and the draw will take place in Fallon's
Bar, Dysart. All support is greatly appreciated.
Sept 6
Hard luck to our senior team, who were
beaten in the quarter final of the Senior Championship by St. Brigid's on
Saturday last. Unfortunately, the result did not reflect the tremendous effort
put in by everyone in the club over the past few months. See match full report
for details. Thanks must go to Frank Grehan and his selectors as well as the
full panel of players for their commitment during the season.
There will be a General Club Meeting in the clubhouse this Thursday at 9.30. All
club members are asked to attend.
Bingo continues as usual this Saturday in The Hook and Tackle at 9 PM. Please
support.
Sept 5
Report from The Roscommon Champion
St. Brigid's make statement of intent
Ruby Oil senior football quarter-final
St. Brigid's 1-11 St. Aidan's 0-5
Venue: Hyde Park
THE real championship has begun. Much like the World Cup the league stages of
the senior football championship have been exposed as an unreliable guide to the
business end of the competition. Strokestown and St. Aidan's were probably the
two most impressive team in the group matches but like Spain and Argentina they
flattered to deceive and are out before the semi-final stage.
In contrast, the holders St. Brigid's stumbled out of their group, losing to St.
Faithleach's, and it appeared the loss of many of last year's key figures would
scupper their prospects of retaining the title
Last Saturday in Hyde Park the champions sent out a statement of intent: it will
take a good team to prise the Fahey Cup from their grasp. Unlike any other team
in the county the Kiltoom club has the resources to cope with the injury crisis
which has afflicted them this year.
The loss of Darragh Donnelly, Ian and Senan Kilbride and Shane Curran, among
others, has to leave its mark but Brigid's could still spring players of the
calibre of last year's captain Brendan 'Dixie' O'Brien and Donal O'Connor from
the bench.
If it was a different Brigid's last Saturday, it was an unrecognisable St.
Aidan's. The Ballyforan club has the players to win a county title and the
supply line is continuing to produce high-quality footballers.
Yet last Saturday they gave a totally untypical Aidan's performance, lacking in
passion and determination. The only explanation is that the expectation this
could be their year got to them and perhaps they have developed a mental 'hang
up' playing Brigid's. Yes, Aidan's hit the crossbar three times but that doesn't
disguise the chasm in class between the teams in the second-half.
Anthony Cunningham's team started well and Frankie Dolan converted frees in the
second and seventh minutes, the latter a marvellous score from the right
sideline. Aidan's hit their best patch of the match between the 12th and 17th
minutes. Francie Grehan powered over a 45, Paddy Tiernan forced James Martin
into a smart save when through on goal, Grehan equalised from play and Martin
Connolly gave the Ballyforan team the lead from a free following a foul on
Terence Kelly.
After three successive wides Karol Mannion curled a terrific equaliser from 40
metres inside the left post. David 'Jimmy Nail' O'Connor eased Brigid's ahead
with points in the 26th and 30th minutes, the second after an incisive team
move. Tiernan tapped over a goal chance just before half-time to suggest a tight
second-half lay in store.
Yet within five minutes of the resumption the game was all but over. The
industrious Mark O'Carroll's low-trajectory shot clawed over the bar and
O'Connor hit another double, the second a cleanly-struck score from 30 metres
after some intricate passing.
Eoin Mannion landed the score of the match in the 40th minute, a superb shot
from the right sideline which never deviated from its course and landed over the
black spot. The game was over even before Conor McHugh showed good composure to
roll in a goal two minutes later after approach work from John Tiernan and
O'Connor.
Grehan was unlucky to see his palmed effort go over rather than under the bar in
the 44th minute for Aidan's only score of the half. The midfielder hit the
crossbar with well-struck goal attempts in 50th and 57th minutes but was then
send-off in injury-time for a second booking, a foul on Garvan Dolan.
The only scores in the last quarter were two O'Connor frees but Aidan's were
awarded a penalty when James Coyne was brought down. When Connolly hit the
crossbar and the rebound went wide it summed up Aidan's evening.
ST. BRIGID'S: James Martin; Enda Ruane, Padraig Kilcommins, Robbie Kelly; Eoin
Mannion (0-1), Ger Aherne, Niall Grehan; Mark O'Carroll (0-1), Karol Mannion
(0-1); Garvan Dolan, John Tiernan, Darragh Blaine; Conor McHugh (1-0), David
O'Connor (0-6, four frees), Frankie Dolan (0-2, frees). Subs used: Brendan
O'Brien for McHugh (48 mins), Donal O'Connor for Blaine (60 mins).
ST. AIDAN'S: Shane Gilligan; Mickey Cunniffe, James Kenny, Shay Galvin; Sean
Higgins, Mark Higgins, Michael Connolly; Francie Grehan (0-3, one 45), Martin
Connolly (0-1, free); Paddy Tiernan (0-1), Eamon McCormack, Martin Kenny;
Terence Kelly, David Hoey, David Thompson. Subs used: James Coyne for Tiernan
(41 mins), Eoin Henderson for M. Kenny (41 mins), Keith Waldron for Thompson (45
mins), Noel Galvin for Michael Connolly (48 mins).
Referee: Peter Carney.
Aug 28
Best of luck to our senior team who play
St. Brigids in the quarter final of the senior championship next Saturday in Dr.
Hyde Park at 4.30PM. Please hang out your yellow and blue colours to support the
lads. Your support would be very beneficial for the lads.
Bingo continues as usual this Saturday in the hook and tackle at 9PM. Please
support.
Well done to Mark McLoughlin, Keith Waldron, James Coyle and all of the
Roscommon minor players and management team on their excellent victory last
Sunday. We would like to wish them the best of luck for the final.
Aug 14
O Rourke Cup St.aidans 0-15 Western Gaels
2-6
Our senior team earned a hard fought victory over Western Gaels in Ballyforan
last Saturday evening. We kicked seven unanswered points in towards the end of
the first half which aided us to a 0-9 to 0-2 lead at the break. Martin
Connolly(2), Francie Grehan(4),Patrick tiernan(2) and terence kelly were all on
target for the home side. Western Gaels fought back hard in the second half and
two goals in quick succession brought them within one point of us however points
from David Thompson, Mark Higgins, Sean Higgins, Eammon McCormack and Francis
grehan(2) saw us close out the game which ends our league campaign for 2006.
Team:Shane Gilligan, Eammon Fallon, James Kenny, Shay galvin, Sean Higgins, mark
Higgins, Michael Connolly, Francie Grehan(0-6), Martin Connolly(0-2), Martin
Kenny, Eammon McCormack(0-1), Patrick Tiernan(0-2), Terence Kelly(0-1), David
Hoey, David Thompson(0-1),
Best of luck to Paul Naughton and Maria
Raferty of kilbride who are getting married this Saturday in kilbride. we would
like to wish them many years of health and happiness.
Bingo continues this Saturday in the hook and tackle at 9PM. Please support.
Ruby Oil Roscommon Senior Football
Championship Group C
St Aidan's 3-10 Castlerea 3-5
THE lights went out in Ballyforan on Saturday evening, but there was no shortage
of power at Páirc Naomh Aodán. For that matter, passion, commitment, decent
scores and a real edge weren't in short supply either. Welcome to championship
2006. It may have been a while in coming, but if we can have more games like
this, the punters won't complain.
It certainly didn't lack incident. St Aidan's started at a mile a minute and
were 1-3 to 0-0 up after 11 minutes. David Thompson, Paddy Tiernan and Martin
Connolly all kicked fine early points. Tiernan then went on a mazy dribble, only
to be denied what might have been the goal of the century by Geoffrey Claffey's
save.
Then David Hoey (who unfortunately went off injured yet again, albeit in the
closing stages) picked up a break at midfield, Martin Kenny picked up
possession, and Martin Connolly banged in goal number one.
At that stage it looked like the 2003 champions might be "beat out the gate".
But a Ger Heneghan free got them off the mark after 12 minutes, and despite fine
cameos from Michael Connolly, Martin Connolly and Mickey Cunniffe, Castlerea
weren't dead yet. Nigel Dineen was central in the build-up to their first goal,
releasing Ger Heneghan for a well-taken strike from the left.
Enda Kenny added two fine points from play so remarkably, the sides were level
after 28 minutes. Aidan's kicked seven first half wides by an injury time point
from Ferdie Coyne left Frank Grehan's side a point to the good at the midpoint,
1-4 to 1-3.
The leaders made the better start to the second half, Francie Grehan taking over
the freetaking duties to good effect. Terence Kelly's first-half contribution
had been poor but the corner forward was about to come into his own. He nabbed
Aidan's' second goal, flicking in Martin Connolly's delivery. It wasn't quite
over, however, as Castlerea sub Sean Ryan fisted another high ball into the net.
The hosts' protests that Ryan had been in the square fell on deaf ears, so it
was very much game on.
Martin Connolly kicked two points to bring his tally to three, but in between,
the aggro which was a feature of the game throughout game to a head. Referee
Declan Hunt dished out six yellow cards over the hour, but the only red went to
Castlerea's Cathal Dineen. The wing forward's sending-off was a mystery to most
at the time, but it later emerged that the dismissal was for abusive language
(or "giving out" as he termed it himself when asked by a Castlerea mentor).
With nine minutes remaining, however, we had goal number three for the trailing
side. Following Ger Heneghan's cross from the left, Sean Ryan knocked the ball
down to Nigel Dineen, who struck it well. Just as a chink of light opened up for
Castlerea, however, Terence Kelly struck again, latching onto a breaking ball
before delivering a thunderous shot to the net.
Garry Tiernan countered with a point for the north Roscommon men, but
notwithstanding a successful Heneghan í45, it was Aidan's who finished stronger.
Claffey made two fine saves, one from Paddy Tiernan and the other from Martin
Kenny, so the centre forward made do with a point. Captain Terence Kelly, whose
two goals had proved so crucial, closed the scoring with two points. The first
came after a Hoey run, the second was an easy free. It was about the only thing
about this game that was straightforward.
ST. AIDAN'S: David Gilligan; Mickey Cunniffe, James Kenny, Shay Galvin; Sean
Higgins, Mark Higgins, Michael Connolly; Francie Grehan (0-1, free), Martin
Connolly (1-3, 0-1 free); David Hoey, Martin Kenny (0-1), Paddy Tiernan (0-1),
Terence Kelly (2-2, 0-1 free), David Thompson (0-1), Ferdie Coyne (0-1). Subs
used: Eamon McCormack for Coyne (h-t), Eoin Henderson for Hoey (inj, 60 mins),
Eamon Fallon for Galvin (60 mins).
CASTLEREA ST. KEVIN'S: Geoffrey Claffey; Padraig Duignan, Dara Silke, Shane
Raftery; Garry Tiernan (0-1), Declan Murphy, Michael Killelea; Michael Finneran,
David Scahill; Dermot Lyons, Ger Heneghan (1-2, 0-1 free, 0-1 45), Cathal Dineen;
Nigel Dineen (1-0), Seamus Heneghan, Enda Kenny (0-2). Subs used: Martin Raftery
for S Raftery (15 mins, temp), Seán Ryan (1-0) for Lyons (h-t), John Duggan for
Finneran (44 mins), Ronan Curran for Heneghan (58 mins).
Referee: Declan Hunt.
July 24
Well done to our senior team who beat
Castlerea St.Kevins in our first championship game of 2006 in Ballyforan last
Saturday evening on a final scoreline of 3-10 to 3-5. We got off to a flying
start and although Castlerea fought hard the home side never surrendered their
lead and thoroughly deserved their victory. Our next championship game is
against Roscommon Gaels in Dr. Hyde Park in two weeks. Your support for the team
would be very beneficial.
Best of luck to Mark McLoughlin, James Coyle and Keith Waldron who are part of
the Roscommon minor panel who take on Tipperary in Tullamore next Saturday.
Minor training continues this Wednesday at 8PM sharp.
Check fixtures for all games scheduled for this weekend.
Bingo continues this Saturday in The Hook and Tackle at 9PM. Please support!
July 17
Congratulations to James Coyle, Keith
Waldron and Mark McLoughlin on their success with the Roscommon minor football
team, defeating Mayo in Castlebar on Sunday. They made an immense contribution
to this historic win and everyone within the club would like to wish them the
best of luck and continued success as they prepare to face Tipperary in the
All-Ireland quarter final.
Next Saturday will see Ballyforan play host to the County Senior Football
Championship match between St. Aidan's and Castlerea, St. Kevin's. This should
be a great game between two well established forces in Roscommon football and we
hope to have a boisterous support to cheer our men onto success.
Meanwhile, our minor team take on Roscommon Geals this Tuesday (tonight) in
Ballyforan at 8:00pm. Best of luck to all involved there!
Bingo continues as usual this Saturday in The Hook and Tackle at 9PM. Please
support.
July 10
O Rourke Cup St.Aidans 1-11 Western Gaels
2-10
Our senior team were beaten last Tuesday evening by Western Gaels in our final
group game in Ballyforan. A tight game throughout saw us trail by the minimum at
the break. James Coyne's tally of 1-5 as well as points from Terence Kelly,
Francie Grehan, David Thompson and Martin Kenny was not enough as western Gael's
two goals proved crucial at the final whistle.
Team: Shane Gilligan, Shay Galvin, Eammon Fallon, Micky Cunniffe, Mark Higgins,
James Kenny, Sean Higgins, Eoin Henderson, Francie Grehan, Michael Connolly,
Martin Kenny, James Coyne, Ferdinand Coyne, David Thompson, Terence Kelly.
Tansey Cup St.Aidans 1-10 Boyle 2-9
Our junior team were very unfortunate to lose as Boyle scored a goal with the
last kick of the game. We lead by the narrowest of margins at the break 0-6 to
1-2 thanks to points from Jason Daly, James Coyne, Vincent Donoghue and Paddy
Naughton. A Jason Daly goal in the second half as well as points from Ferdinand
Coyne, Michael Connolly and Patrick Tiernan seemed to have secured victory
however a goal in the last minute won it for Boyle by two points.
Team: Trevor Kelly, Paul Naughton, Des Higgins, Ronan McDonnell, Christy Dolan,
Paddy Naughton, Damien Miskell, Philip Neary, Patrick Tiernan, Jason Daly,
Vincent Donoghue, Andy Higgins, james Coyne, Michael Connolly, Ferdinand Coyne.
Our next junior fixture is next Saturday. Check fixtures for opponent and venue.
Minor League St.Aidans 1-7 Pearses 2-9
Our minor team returned to action after their break against padraig pearses in
Ballyforan last Monday. Points from Keith Waldron, Mark McLoughlin, Jason Daly
and Eoin Carty as Pearses two goals proved the difference at the final whistle.
Team: Ronan Kelly, James Donnelly, James Coyle, Ronan McDonnell, Tony O Brien,
Alan Rogerson, Martin Cunniffe, Paul Higgins, Mark McLoughlin, Andy Higgins,
Keith Waldron, Jason Daly, Michael Carty, Eoin Carty, David Crean.
Training continues this Wednesday evening at 8PM sharp.
St.Aidans would like to thank all of our sponsors for tee boxes, Sean Mulry for
his catering and all of the committee and everyone who helped out on the day in
our recent annual golf classic. Nearest Pin prize went to Tony Robinson, Longest
drive went to Benny Penny, Ladies prize went to Laura Grehan, Paula Keane, Mary
Seymor and Bernie beirne. Results fo the classic were 10 th-John Donoghue, John
Fallon, John Costello, Tommy Donoghue. 9th- Michael Ryder, TJ Gilmore, Joe
Waldron, Willie Garvey 8th-Frank Coyne, Tom Nestor, Tom Hanley, Tom Cunningham
7th - Tommy Cusack, Michael Corbett, Sean Moore, Michael Keogh 6th-T O Connor, A
O Connor, C Hunt, S Hunt 5th-Ollie Hannon, Eddie Miley, Mike O Connor, Mike
Dolan 4th- Seamus Killeen, Tim Killeen, Sean Kelly, Michael Connaughton, 2 nd-John
Earley, Frank Flanagan, Hilary keane, Kate walsh, 2nd-Francie Grehan, Brian
Claffey, Tom og O Brien, D Prendergast 1st-Frank Grehan, Gerry Hughes, Seamus
Martin, Martin Conroy. Well done to winners and thanks again to all who
participated.
There is a very important club meeting this Thursday in the clubhouse at 9.30
PM. All members are welcome to attend.
There was no winner of this weeks parish lotto. Numbers drawn were 5,17,26,28.
There was one match 3, Noel Cunniffe, Dysart. Next weeks draw takes place in The
Bridge House, Athleague and the jackpot rises to 6600 euro. The parish lotto is
run by St.Aidans football club, Dysart soccer club and Four Roads hurling club
and your support is as always very much appreciated.
Bingo continues in The Hook and tackle this Saturday at 9PM. Please support!
July 3
There were no fixtures last weekend. Our
minor team play Perases tonight (Monday 3rd July). Check notes next week for
match report.
Our senior team play Western Gaels tomorrow (Tuesday 4th) while our junior team
play Boyle next Saturday. Check fixtures for further clarification on time and
venue.
Bingo continues next Saturday in The Hook and Tackle at 9PM. Please support.
June 26
Junior A Championship St.Aidans 1-8
St.Faithleachs 2-5
Our junior team secured a hard fought draw in the junior A championship against
St.Faithleachs in Kilteevan last Saturday evening. Points from Ferdinand Coyne
and Patrick tiernan saw us trail by the minimum at half time as we trailed 1-1
to 0-3. We raised our performance in the second half and points from Ferdinand
Coyne, Michael Connolly, Paddy Mears kept us in contention throughout however it
took an excellent goal from Patrick Tiernan in the dying minutes to ensure we
earned a draw.
Team: Shane Gilligan, John Moran, Eammon
Fallon, Des Higgins, Eoin McCormack, Paddy Naughton, Damien Miskell, Philip
Neary, Cathal Daly, Michael Connolly, James Coyne, Patrick Tiernan, Paddy Mears,
Ferdinand Coyne, Andy Higgins.
Check Fixtures for games in all age groups next weekend. Your support would be
greatly appreciated.
Minor training continues this Friday at 8PM sharp.
Many thanks to all of our sponsors who supported our annual golf classic
recently. Thanks also to all who participated and congragulations to the
winners.
Bingo continues this Saturday at 9 PM.
Please support.
Well done to Mark McLoughlin, Keith Waldron and James Coyle who were all part of
the Roscommon minor panel who defeated Galway last Saturday evening.
June 5
O Rourke Cup: St.Aidans 2-14 Michael
Glaveys 0-6
Our senior team had a comfortable win over Michael glaveys in Ballyforan last
Sunday. An excellent penalty from Ferdinand Coyne as well as points from Francie
Grehan (2), Ferdinand Coyne (2), Eammon McCormack and Terence Kelly helped us to
a 1-6 to 0-5 lead at the break. Glaveys kicked the first score of the second
half however it was to be their last as the home side kicked 1-8 without reply.
Points from Terence Kelly (2), Patrick Tiernan (2), Eammon McCormack, Ferdinand
Coyne, Sean Higgins and Martin Kenny as well as a good goal from Patrick Tiernan
near the finish rounded off an excellent team performance.
Team: Tommy Grehan, Micky Cunniffe, Eammon Fallon, Shay Galvin, Sean Higgins,
James Kenny, Cathal Daly, Eoin Henderson, Francie Grehan (0-2), Eammon
McCormack(0-2), Martin Kenny (0-1), Michael Connolly, Terence Kelly (0-3), David
Thompson, Ferdinand Coyne(1-3).
Subs: Philip Neary, David Hoey, James Coyne, Patrick Tiernan(1-2), Shane
Gilligan, Jason Daly, Niall Corbett, Andy Higgins, Ronan McDonnell.
Check fixtures for next weekends games. Your support is greatly appreciated
The club's golf classic in been held in
Roscommon on Friday 23rd. June. Anybody wishing to play can contact any club
member or phone 0876682011 to book a slot on the time sheet. Sponsorship also
welcome.
Bingo continues as usual this Saturday in the Hook and Tackle at 9PM. Please
support!
May 23
The club's golf classic in been held in
Roscommon on Friday 23rd. June. Anybody wishing to play can contact any club
member or phone 0876682011 to book a slot on the time sheet. Sponsorship also
welcome.
Bingo continues as usual this Saturday in the Hook and Tackle at 9PM. Please
support!
Tansey Cup St.Aidans 1-9 St.Faithleachs 1-14
Our junior team were beaten by St. Faithleachs in Ballyforan last Saturday
evening. Tony O Brien, Thomas Naughton and Christy Dolan performed well in
defence, Philip Neary and Cathal Daly worked hard in midfield while Patrick
Tiernan, Ferdinand Coyne and Michael Connolly were our chief scorers in the
forwards.
Team: Shane Gilligan, Damien Miskell, Des Higgins, Tony O Brien, Christy Dolan,
Thomas Naughton, Ian Kelly, Philip Neary(0-1), Cathal Daly, Patrick
Tiernan(0-2), Ferdinand Coyne(0-5), Andy Higgins, Paddy Mears, Michael Connolly
(1-1), Michael Tansey.
Connacht League : St. Aidans 1-7 Mountbellew-Moylough 2-6
Our senior team were eliminated from the connacht league after a narrow defeat
from Mountbellew-Moylough last Sunday in Mountbellew.
A Ferdinand Coyne goal and points from Francie Grehan, Terence Kelly and Martin
Kenny saw us go in at half time trailing 1-3 to 2-5.
Points from Francie Grehan, Terence Kelly(2) and Martin Kenny saw us pull closer
to Mountbellew in the second half however their goals proved crucial as we
eventually were defeated on a final scoreline of 1-7 to 2-6.
Team: Tommy Grehan, Ronan McDonnell, Micky Cunniffe, Shay Galvin, Michael
Conolly, Sean Galvin, Sean Higgins, Eoin Henderson, Philip Neary, Cathal Daly,
Francie Grehan(0-2), Martin Kenny(0-2), Terence Kelly(0-3), David Thompson,
Ferdinand Coyne(1-0).
Check fixtures for details on games next weekend. Your support would be much appreciated.
May 15
There were no
league fixtures last weekend. Our senior team compete in the Connacht league
this Thursday when they take on Mountbellew in Ballyforan. Check fixtures for
time and fixtures next weekend. Your support would be greatly appreciated.
The club's golf classic in been held in Roscommon on Friday 23rd. June. Anybody
wishing to play can contact any club member or phone 0876682011 to book a slot
on the time sheet. Sponsorship also welcome.
Bingo continues as usual this Saturday in the Hook and Tackle at 9PM. Please support!
May 3
Kelly praises St Aidan’s contribution to Gaelic
games
By Ian Cooney (Roscommon
Hearld)
The great tradition associated with St Aidan’s GAA Club was
recognised by former president of the GAA Sean Kelly when he officially opened
the club’s grounds in Ballyforan on Sunday last. The development, which includes
floodlighting, a modern gymnasium and a second pitch for juveniles, was
described as a great asset for the club’s future generations of players.
The official opening was also attended by St. Aidan’s club officers and members
of Roscommon County Board. The blessing of the clubrooms and pitch was performed
by Very Rev. Fr. Francis Beirne, PP, Tisrara.
The day’s celebrations kicked off with a challenge match between St. Aidan’s and
Clann na nGael, a game won by the home side.
Roscommon played Offaly in an intercounty challenge afterwards, a game which
procured a one point victory for John Maughan’s men.
In his first official duty as former GAA President, Sean Kelly paid tribute to a
“great parish”. He lauded the work in providing facilities which would cater for
many GAA games in the years ahead.
“You have everything here now and the end result is a credit to St. Aidan’s GAA
Club. This is the culmination of much hard work.
“There was always a healthy tradition here and this club has always been proud
of what it has achieved,” said Mr Kelly.
Recalling some of the club’s great successes in Scór and the various county
titles won on the playing fields around Roscommon and Ireland, Mr Kelly paid
tribute to the many great players from the club that had worn the county jersey
with distinction.
“The club realised that it needed extra facilities here to meet the demands and
the popularity of our games.
“I think it is only fitting that the clubrooms have been named after the club’s
late chairman, John Galvin. He epitomised the voluntary effort that is here in
abundance. This development will keep the club going for many years.”
Acknowledging the expertise in the club which saved thousands of euro, Mr Kelly
said that the GAA was proud of St. Aidan’s achievements.
He also predicted a bright future for Roscommon County Board and the county’s
senior football team.
“The difficulties of the 2005 are in the past.
“Everyone is looking forward to a brighter future. I hope the heartbeat of this
club will be beating hard for many years to come,” he concluded.
County Board Chairman Michael Maguire congratulated St. Aidan’s on their
fantastic new facilities.
“St. Aidan’s has moved the GAA in Roscommon into the 21st century. The county
needs facilities like this. The effort has been incredible and there has been so
many elements to it.
“I thank St. Aidan’s for their contribution to the GAA in Roscommon. While they
were fundraising for their own development, they still found the time to sell
tickets for the county board’s new draw. I hope you will have many happy years
here,” he commented.
St. Aidan’s Chairman John Carty welcomed the large gathering and paid tribute to
all those who had worked so hard to make the new facilities possible.
“It’s our duty to hand these facilities on to the next generation. What a fine
job we have done for that generation. I hope everyone will benefit from this
development and that we have many years of enjoyment on the playing fields.”
Welcoming Sean Kelly and his wife Juliette, he praised Mr Kelly’s foresight in
bringing the GAA into modern times. The chairman also paid tribute to the role
of local politicians, especially Deputy Michael Finneran. Mr Carty also thanked
the local media for promoting the official opening over the last few weeks.
“I want to welcome the Galvin family. I think it’s only fitting that we are
launching the clubrooms in John Galvin’s honour. He did trojan work and his
input was second to none.
“We have a beautiful park here and it hasn’t come easy.
“The costings were in the region of €400,000. We got the job done for much less
than that. That emphasises the voluntary input from this parish.”
Mr Carty also thanked Parks Secretary, David Kelly, club officers, the ladies
committee, the lotto and bingo committee and everyone who helped with
fundraising for the project.
Appreciation was also expressed to MC Eamonn Fallon and the Castlerea Brass and
Reed Band. He added that the local national and secondary schools would have
access to the facilities whenever they wanted.
“That’s where the football starts with the coaching of the skills. I want to
thank the teachers for promoting our games at all times.”
In a special blessing to mark the official opening, Fr. Francis Beirne
acknowledged the club’s jubilee year which marks the 50th anniversary of the
club’s formation.
“We are dedicating these marvellous facilities to the service of this community.
“May they foster the physical and mental well-being of the local and wider
community and be a place where the art and skill of playing Gaelic games will be
duly nurtured for people of all abilities, class and creed.
“We think of those who devote endless voluntary hours of their time and skill
working relentlessly to enhance the quality of life for others. These people are
opening up improved opportunities for all age groups to enjoy themselves and
participate in a wide variety of social, educational and sporting activities.”
Thanking the development committee for their foresight in bringing the
facilities to fruition, Fr. Beirne said that they would bring enjoyment,
fulfilment and a co-operative spirit to Gaelic games.
“I hope these facilities inspire young people to be agile and creative, and to
use their leisure time productively and constructively.
“May they be respected and instrumental in building a united community as well
as promoting honourable sportsmanship,” he concluded.
May 2
Our club officially opened our newly
developed club grounds on a very memorable occasion in Ballyforan last Sunday
afternoon. M C on the day, Eammon Fallon, welcomed everybody and Very Rev Fr.
Francis Beirne, P.P. who blessed the clubrooms and pitch, performed the opening
ceremony. He congratulated all involved in the development and wished us many
years of enjoyment in the grounds. Club chairman, John Carty thanked all who
participated in the development of the new facilities, especially David Kelly
who is responsible for the upkeep of our grounds. He hoped the new facilities
would benefit many generations in the future. County chairman, Michael McGuire
congratulated the club on the development that he hopes will promote our games
in a very competitive environment. Former president of the GAA Sean Kelly
congratulated the club on all we have achieved so far and offered his best
wishes on meeting our challenges in the future. He then officially opened the
new facilities. The new club rooms have been dedicated to the late John Galvin,
a former chairman of the club and a long serving patron of St. Aidan's. The
Galvin family were all present for the occasion.
The opening ceremony was preceded by an U-16 league game between St. Aidan's and
Western Gaels and also a senior challenge match between St. Aidan's and Clann na
Gael. St. Aidan's enjoyed a comfortable victory thanks to an excellent Martin
Kenny goal. The ceremony was followed by an inter-county challenge match between
Roscommon and Offaly. St. Aidan's would like to thank everyone who took part and
attended this very historic occasion
O Rourke Cup Rd 3 St. Aidans 2-8 Padraig Pearses 0-18
Our senior team suffered their first league defeat at the hands of Pearses in
Ballyforan last Friday evening. The damage was done in the first half as we
trailed 0-12 to 0-4 at the break. Goals from Martin Kenny and Ferdinand Coyne as
well as points from Francie Grehan and Terence Kelly gave us hope but the final
whistle came to soon and we were beaten on a final score line of 0-18 to 2-8.
Team: Shane Gilligan, Eammon Fallon, noel Galvin, Micky Cunniffe, Thomas
Naughton, James Kenny, Sean Higgins, Eoin Henderson, Philip Neary, Cathal Daly,
Francie Grehan, Martin Kenny, Terence Kelly, David Thompson, Ferdinand Coyne.
Bingo continues this Saturday in the Hook and tackle at 9PM. Please support!
Club membership is now due and all players are asked to pay John Cummins or Shay
Galvin as soon as possible.
Apr 24
O Rourke Cup St. Aidans 1-8 Shannon Gaels
1-6
Our senior team earned their first league win of the year with a deserved
victory over Shannon Gaels in Croghan last Saturday evening. A goal from the
penalty spot from our goalkeeper Tommy Grehan aided us to a 1-2 to 0-4 half time
lead. Points from Francie Grehan (2), Terence Kelly (3), Martin Kenny, Cathal
Daly and Ferdinand Coyne helped us to a narrow win despite a strong finish by
the home side.
Team: Tommy Grehan, Micky Cunniffe, Noel Galvin, Eammon Fallon, Thomas Naughton,
Sean Higgins, James Kenny, Philip Neary, Francie Grehan (0-2), Cathal Daly(0-1),
Eoin Henderson, Martin Kenny(0-1), Ferdinand Coyne(0-1), Michael Connolly,
Terence Kelly(0-1).
Our league continues next Friday evening with a home game against Pearses.
Junior Championship St. Aidans 0-9 Clan na nGael 1-9
Our junior team were narrowly beaten by Clan na Gael in Ballyforan last Sunday
afternoon. A goal midway through the first half proved the decisive score as we
trailed 1-5 to 0-5 with Ferdinand Coyne(2), Michael Connolly, Paddy Mears and
John Cummins.
The home team controlled procession in the second half but failed to convert
into scores. Ferdinand Coyne kicked four points however it was not enough to
catch Clan as they always held onto their goal lead.
Team: Shane Gilligan, David Mullen, Eammon Fallon, Christy Dolan, Thomas
Naughton, Paddy Naughton, Damien Miskell, Cathal Daly, Philip Neary, Niall
Corbett, Ferdinand Coyne (0-6), John Cummins(0-1), Andy Higgins, Michael
Connolly(0-1), Paddy Mears(0-1). Subs: Ian Kelly, Jason Daly, Eoin McCormack,
Des Higgins.
Next Sunday will be an historic day in St.
Aidans as president of GAA Sean Kelly visits our club grounds to open our new
pitch. Our U-16 team play Western Gaels at 12.30 in the league. This is followed
by a senior challenge match by St. Aidans and Clan na nGael. President Sean
Kelly is due to officially open the pitch at 4.30 PM. This will be shortly
followed by an inter county challenge match between Roscommon and Offaly. A
great day is expected and everyone is welcome to attend this memorable occasion.
Training for U-10s and U-12s continues this Wednesday at 7PM. All are welcome to
attend.
Bingo continues this Saturday in the Hook and tackle at 9PM. Please support!
Apr 3
Bingo continues the Saturday in The Hook
and Tackle at 9PM. Please support!
Membership is now due and all players are asked to pay John Cummins or Shay
Galvin as soon as possible.
Tickets are now on sale for our annual sweep draw. Tickets can be had from any
club member and the draw takes place on Saturday April 8 th. Your support is
greatly appreciated.
There was no winner or no match 3 winner of this weeks parish lotto. There were
four lucky dip winners, Teresa Myres c/o Eileen Donoghue, Melissa Carroll,
Chapeltown Athleague, Jimmy Curley, Grange, Matt Keane, Athleague. Next weeks
jackpot is 3800 euro and the draw takes place in Fallons Bar, Dysart. The parish
lotto is run by St. Aidans football club, Dysart soccer club and Four Roads
hurling club and your support is as always very much appreciated.
Mar 30
Tansey Cup:
St. Aidan's 5-11 Kilbride 1-6: Our junior
team secured their first brace of points in the Tansey cup with a comfortable
win over Kilbride at Ballyforan. Even though the sides were pretty evenly
matched during the first half, it was the efficient full forward Michael
Connolly in front of goal that made the difference. He had three shots at goal
that yielded a hat trick - the Kilbride goalie had no chance with any of them.
Points by Ferdinand Coyne (3), Paddy Meares, Jason Daly, Philip Neary and
Michael Connolly left us in a commanding position at the break, 3-7 to 0-3 in
front. Two second half goals by substitute Ian Kelly put the icing on the cake
and we ran out easy winners. Other players to shine were David Mullin, Andy
Higgins (defence), Cathal Daly and Philip Neary (midfield) while Ferdie Coyne,
Neil Corbett and Paddy Meares were the pick of the forwards.
Team: Shane Gilligan, David Mullin, Shay Galvin, Paul Naughton, Christy Dolan,
Thomas Naughton, Andy Higgins, Cathal Daly, Philip Neary 0-1, Niall Corbett,
Ferdinand Coyne 0-6, Jason Daly 0-1, Ronan McDonnell, Michael Connolly 3-1,
Paddy Meares 0-2. Subs used: Trevor Kelly, Jason Ward, Ian Kelly 2-0 and Mike
Tansey
Mar 20
O Rourke Cup Rd 1 St. Aidans 1-6 St.
Dominics 0-9
Our senior team started off their league campaign with a draw against St.
Dominics in Knockcroghery last Saturday evening. We trailed by one point in a
low scoring first half 0-3 to 0-2 with Francie Grehan and Terence Kelly kicking
points for Aidans. St. Dominics kicked some good points in the second half
however a well taken goal from David Thompson as well as points from Martin
Connolly, Terence Kelly and Francie Grehan ensured the game finished level on a
final scoreline of 1-6 to 0-9.
Team: Tommy Grehan, Sean Higgins, Micky Cunniffe, Paddy Naughton, Mark Higgins,
James Kenny, Ferdinand Coyne, Eoin Henderson, Martin Connolly (0-2), Philip
Neary, Francie Grehan (0-2), Martin Kenny, Terence Kelly (0-2), David Thompson
(1-0), Eoin Carty.
Tansey Cup Rd 1 St. Aidans 1-6 Oran 0-11
Our junior team started their league campaign with a two points defeat to Oran
on St.Patricks day in Ballyforan. Oran were well in control at half time as they
lead 0-8 to 0-2. Aidans played well in the second half however points from John
Cummins, Patrick Tiernan, Ferdinand Coyne, Paddy Mears and a good goal from
Peter Hoey were not enough to avoid defeat on a 1-6 to 0-11 scoreline.
Shay Galvin, Andy Higgins, Paddy Naughton, Thomas Naughton and Peter Hoey played
very well for Aidans.
Team: Trevor Kelly, David Mullen, Shay Galvin, Shane Gilligan, Damien Miskell,
Paddy Naughton, Andy Higgins, John Cummins (0-2), Thomas Naughton, Patrick
Tiernan (0-2), Ferdinand Coyne (0-1), Jason Daly, Ronan McDonnell, Peter Hoey
(1-0), Paddy Mears (0-1).
Our junior team continue their league next Saturday evening. Check fixtures for
time and venue.
Bingo continues the Saturday in The Hook and Tackle at 9PM. Please support!
Membership is now due and all players are asked to pay John Cummins or Shay
Galvin as soon as possible.
Tickets are now on sale for our annual sweep draw. Tickets can be had from any
club member and the draw takes place on Saturday April 8 th. Your support is
greatly appreciated.
There was no winner of this weeks parish
lotto. There were two match 3 winners, Samantha Waldron, Dysart and Simon,
Beretta and Liam óg Coyle. Numbers drawn were 5, 18, 25 and 27. Next weeks
jackpot rises to 3400 euro and the draw takes place in The Hook and Tackle,
Ballyforan. The parish lotto is run by St.Aidans football club, Dysart soccer
club and Four Roads hurling club and your support is as always very much
appreciated.
Bingo continues as usual this Saturday in The Hook and Tackle at 9PM. Please
support.
Our junior team take on Kilbride in Ballyforan on Saturday next, whilst the
minor team travel to Loughlynn on Sunday to take on Éire Óg. Please check
fixtures for throw-in times. As always, all support would be of great benefit to
the lads and much appreciated.
Mar 13
Our senior team start their league
campaign next Saturday against St. Dominics in Knockcroghery at 5.15PM. Check
fixtures for further clarification, your support for this year's league would be
a great boost for the lads.
Our minor team have a challenge match this Tuesday against Caltra at 8PM in
Ballyforan. Players are asked to turn up at 7.30PM. All players interested in
playing minor football this year, are welcome to attend.
Club membership is now due and all players are asked to pay Shay Galvin or John
Cummins as soon as possible.
Bingo continues as usual this Saturday in The Hook and tackle at 9PM. Please
support
There was no winner in this weeks parish lotto. Numbers drawn were 1,3,17,18.
There were three match 3 winners, Philip Ward, Ballyforan, Gerldine Smith,
Ahascragh, Brendan Murray, Four Roads. Next weeks draw takes place in Hobans
Bar, Dysart on Monday 13th of March and the jackpot is 3200 euro. The parish
lotto is run by St. Aidans football club, Dysart soccer club and Four Roads
hurling club and your support is as always very much appreciated.
Mar 7
Congratulations to Andrew Turley of
Athleague who won last weeks parish lotto. Numbers drawn were 2,4,11,23. Next
weeks jackpot is 3000 euro and the draw takes place in The Big Apple Ballyforan
on Monday 6th of March. The parish lotto is run by St. Aidans GAA club, Dysart
soccer club and Four Roads hurling club and your support is as always very much
appreciated.
Our senior team start their league campaign next Saturday with a home game
against St. Dominics. Check fixtures for more details, your support for this
year's league would be a great boost for the lads.
Our minor team have a challenge match this Tuesday against Mountbellew at 8PM in
Ballyforan. Players are asked to turn up at 7.30PM. Trainings will continue
Fridays at 7.30PM. All players interested in playing minor football this year,
are welcome to attend.
Club membership is now due and all players are asked to pay Shay Galvin or John
Cummins as soon as possible.
Bingo continues as usual this Saturday in The Hook and tackle at 9PM. Please
support!
Feb 27
Commiserations to our senior team who were beaten by St. Bridgets in the O'Rourke Cup final at the weekend. See match report for details. Well done to Frank Grehan and his selectors for their contribution throughout 2005.The minor team will start back training this coming Friday at 7:30pm. Also hard luck to Kieth Waldron and James Coyle in their defeat to St. Pats of Navan in the Leinster A colleges final. They played well for Athlone Community College all through their campaign.
Club membership is now due and all interested should contact Shay Galvin or John Cummins for details.
Bingo continues as usual this Saturday in The Hook and Tackle at 9PM. Please support.
Feb 20
There was no winner of this weeks parish
lotto. There was one match 3 winner, Padraig Snype, Athleague. Numbers drawn
were 4, 9, 24, 27. Next weeks jackpot rises to 10800 euro and the draw takes
place in Fallons bar, Dysart on Monday January 20th. The parish lotto is run by
St. Aidans football club, Dysart soccer club and Four Roads hurling club and
your support is as always very much appreciated.
Bingo continues as usual this Saturday in The Hook and Tackle at 9PM. Please
support.
Congratulations to Phonsie Tully on receiving the GAA personality of the year
award for his many years of effort and commitment for football and hurling in
the county. The award was presented by John Maughan on a special night in the
Abbey Hotel last Friday and a great night was had by the Tully family and all
club members present.
A foundation coaching course takes place this Wednesday in the club room at 7.30
PM. All managers and people interested in becoming managers are asked to attend
as it is essential for all managers to hold this certificate.
Congratulations to Four Roads hurling club on a very special night commemorating
the clubs 100 year history. GAA president Sean Kelly was present to launch a
memorable book and All Star Ollie Canning presented medals to the successful
teams. Well done to all involved on a very historic night.
Club membership is now due and all players are asked to pay John Cummins or Shay
Galvin as soon as possible.
Our senior team are involved in the league final next Saturday evening against
St. Brigids. Your support would be a great boost for the team. Check fixtures
for time and venue.
Best of luck to James Coyle and Keith Waldron who compete in the Leinster A
semi-final for Athlone Community College. They play St. Pats of Navan this
Sunday in Mullingar.
Feb 13
St. Aidans GAA Club recently received the
club development award at a banquet organised by the Connacht Council in the TF
Hotel in Castlebar. Well done to the park committee and all involved.
Congratulations to Keith Waldron and James Coyle who were part of the Athlone
Community College team who participated in the Leinster A championship for the
first time. They defeated Colaiste Eoin of Dublin to qualify for the semi final
where they play St. Pats of Navan in the coming weeks. Best of luck to all
involved.
Bingo continues this Saturday in The Hook and Tackle at 9PM. Please support.
There was no winner in this weeks parish lotto. Numbers drawn were 7,15,21,28. There were seven match 3 winners, Georgina Galvin, Mount Talbot, Brian O Connor, Fallons bar, Mary Gately, Caltraduff, Brendan McDonnell, Culleen, Sile Kelly, Dysart, Brendan Feeley, Curraghboy, John Fallon, Fairhill. Next weeks draw takes place in Coyles, Four Roads on Monday 20th of January. The parish lotto is run by St. Aidans football club, Dysart soccer club and Four Roads hurling club and your support is as always very much appreciated
Jan 29
There was no winner or match 3 winner in
this weeks parish lotto. Numbers drawn were 1,13,22,27. There were 4 lucky dips
drawn Micheal McDonnell, The Big Apple, Seane Kilroy c/o The Bridge House, Jimmy
Curley, Grange, Jamie Clarke/Doyle, Ballygar. Next weeks draw takes place in
Hobans Bar, Dysart on Monday 30th of January and the jackpot is 10200 euro. The
parish lotto is run by St. Aidans football club, Dysart soccer club and Four
Roads hurling club and your support is as always very much appreciated.
Bingo continues as usual this Saturday in the Hook and Tackle at 9PM. Please
support. St. Aidans would like to take this opportunity to thank all the ladies
who put in an enormous amount of effort for this event every week.
St. Aidans club website is running again and can be visited at
www.st-aidansgaa.com. We ask anyone with any club photos from the New Years Eve
ball or photos or information relevant to St. Aidans to contact Faron Coyne at
faronc56@hotmail.com or 0861735928.
Jan 22
There was no winner in this weeks parish
lotto. Numbers drawn were 7,10,13,27. There were three match 5 winners, Mary
Gillayler, Drum, Francie Flynn, The Thatch, Nigel Kelly, Dysart, Donal Kennedy,
Creagh, Ann and Caroline Naughton, Creagh. Next weeks draw takes place in The
Big Apple, Ballyforan on Monday 23rd of January. The parish lotto is run by St.
Aidans football club, Dysart soccer club and Four Roads hurling club and your
support is as always very much appreciated.
Bingo continues as usual this Saturday in the Hook and Tackle at 9PM. Please
support. St. Aidans would like to take this opportunity to thank all the ladies
who put in an enormous amount of effort for this event every week.
Jan 06
Our club hosted a very enjoyable new years
eve ball in the shamrock lodge hotel on December 31st. Club chairman, John Carty
reflected on the year gone by and also gave a brief summary of the clubs
history. He thanked all who took part in the club over the past 50 years, who
were integral to the clubs development to date. MC on the night, a very special
guest, Brian Carty recalled his encounters with St. Aidans and introduced the
1975 intermediate county champions who received a presentation from club
president Phonsie Tully. Individual awards for 2005 were then presented, PJ Hoey
presented minor footballer of the year to Tony O Brien, Christy Dolan presented
junior footballer of the year to Eoin McCormack, Frank Grehan presented senior
footballer of the year to Francie Grehan and John Carty presented club man of
the year to David Thompson. Comedian, Frank Forde proved to be a very popular
entertainer while "rain dance" provided excellent entertainment for the rest of
the night.
St. Aidans would like to thank the Shamrock Lodge for all of their help on the
build up to the event and for their excellent service on the night. We would
also like to thank sincerely all members who organised this special night and
for all responsible for the magnificent display of the club history on show.
Bingo continues in the Hook and tackle next Saturday, January 7th at 9PM sharp.
Please support.
Jan 01
There was no winner in this weeks parish
lotto. Numbers drawn were 2,16,22,28. There were two match 3 winners, Patricia
Lennon, Four Roads and Jane Coleman, Athleague. Next weeks draw takes place in
Coyles Pub on Monday 2nd of January. The parish lotto is run by St. Aidans
football club, Dysart soccer club and Four Roads hurling club and your support
is as always very much appreciated.
Cathal Scott Memorial tournament St. Aidans 0-21 Mountbellew 2-5.
Our senior team retained the Cathal Scott Cup with a comprehensive victory over
Mountbellew in Ballyforan on St. Stephens day. Aidans were well in control at
the break as they kicked 10 points from play to help them to a 0-10 to 1-1 lead.
Martin Connolly(3), Terence Kelly(4), Michael Connolly, David Thompson and
Francie Grehan all kicked fine scores. Mountbellew kept themselves in contention
with some fine frees and a second well taken goal however further points from
Terence Kelly(2), Eammon McCormack(2), james Coyne(3), Ferdinand Coyne, Francie
Grehan, martin Kenny and Kieran Scott ensured Aidans were never going to be
caught.
Team: Tommy Grehan, Thomas Naughton, James Kenny, Shay Galvin, Sean Higgins,
Francie Grehan(0-2), Patrick Tiernan, Martin Connolly(0-3), Eoin Henderson,
Martin Kenny(0-1), Eammon McCormack (0-2), James Coyne (0-3), Terence
Kelly(0-6), Michael Connolly(0-1), David Thompson(0-1). Subs: Kieran Scott
(0-1), Shane Gilligan, Micky Cunniffe, Ferdinand Coyne (0-1).
St. Aidans GAA Club would like to thank Mountbellew for their participation in
the event and also to the Scott family for their help and support for this
memorial game.
St. Aidans GAA Club would like to wish all of our members and supporters a very
Happy Christmas and a prosperous new year.
News for 2006