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20th May 2013
- LOTTO: This week’s numbers: 1, 17, 19, 23. 3 Numbers: Desmond Carvill, Drumaness. Next Week’s Jackpot: £4500
- Reserves A great performance by the lads last Friday resulted in a Bryansford Gac 0-5 Loughinisland GAA 1-10 win. The next game is home to Kilcoo II on Mon 20th May 13, Throw In: 19:30.
- Over the Quoile Leisure Cycle: 75 or 45 Miles Cycle Challenge this Sunday 26th May @9:45. Leaving and Returning to Loughinisland GAC Club. More detail can be found here
- Donegal V Tyrone at 2pm with drinks promos and live band. No better way to spend your bank holiday.
- FORTHCOMING SENIORS FIXTURES THIS YEAR ARE:
- Mayobridge (A)
- AN Riocht (H)
- Ballyholland (A)
- Downpatrick (H)
- Laitriom (A)
- Longstone (H)
- Bryansford (A)
- Annaclone (H)
- Saval (A)
- Burren (H)
- 5.05 MILE ROAD RACE WEDNESDAY – 26 JUNE 2013 at 7.40pm. INDIVIDUAL PRIZES plus MAJOR NON-ATHLETIC TEAM CHALLENGE, BEST 4 TO COUNT - PERPETUAL TROPHY FOR WINNING TEAM Entry fee:- Registered athletes £6, Unregistered £7 3 MILE FUN RUN/WALK at 7.30pm Entry Fees – U16s £2, Adults £5, Families £10
- Loughinisland Year 6 team had one of their most successful tournaments in years when finishing as runners up to RGU in the Cup competition at the Peter Hawkin's Tournament in Drumaness on Saturday. In the first round of matches the boys beat Ardoyne and lost to Ballyholland. In the next round the boys beat Drumaness, scoring 13 point in 20 minutes, and losing to neighbours Teconnaught. With a superior scoring difference the team qualified for the Cup semi final and faced a Ballyholland side who had beaten the Blues by 20 points in the first round. In pouring rain, and with the opposition missing their most influencial player, loughinisland ran out winners on a score of 4.6 to 0.2.
In the final RGU were worthy winners, scoring 9 points from play. Many thanks to Kevin Brennan for the invite, to all other organisers at Drumaness, and many congratulations to RGU. Loughinisland fielded PeterK, Brian, Odhran, Dylan, Damian, 2 Shea's, Aaron, Chris Allen, Boyd twins,, Oisin, Connor, Ronan and Finn, allstars on the day.
- Children Supervision Loughinisland GAC would like to advise all parents, that children who are in attendance at matches at McCartan Park must be supervised at all times.
- Facebook: For regular updates on whats going on in the club check out the clubs facebook page. Also, get match updates on twitter @LislandGAC
- Lotto: Sign Up and Save - You can now set up your lotto by direct debit. If you sign up for 4 weeks you'll get an extra line free. For a DD form click here or email lochanoileain@hotmail.co.uk
- Keep up to date! To register for Loughinisland G.A.C texts about events, news and information, send your name and mobile number to lochanoileain@hotmail.co.uk
13th May 2013
- LOTTO: This week’s numbers: 10, 13, 16, 21. 3 Numbers: L3 Numbers: Lila Gibney, Isobel McMullan, Michael Keenan, James Mason, Pauric Teague, Joseph Leahy. Next Week’s Jackpot: £4450
- FORTHCOMING SENIORS FIXTURES THIS YEAR ARE:
- Mayobridge (A)
- AN Riocht (H)
- Ballyholland (A)
- Downpatrick (H)
- Laitriom (A)
- Longstone (H)
- Bryansford (A)
- Annaclone (H)
- Saval (A)
- Burren (H)
- Seniors V Rostrevor: ACFL Div 1 LOUGHINISLAND 1-9 Rostrevor 1-5. Last Wednesday Night the seniors entertained Rostrevor and at half time were trailing 5 points to 2, however in the second half supported by a strong wind the team defended as a team and may it virtually impossible for Rostrevor to score, the blues played on the break and restricted Rostrevor to few chances. Their only score coming from a penalty. The blues ended up winners by 1-9 to 1-5.
- Seniors V Kilcoo: ACFL Div 1 LOUGHINISLAND 0-9 KILCOO 1-7. Loughinisland played the County Champions, Kilcoo and gave a good account of themselves by only been beaten by one point. Playing with a strong wind behind them in the first half Loughinisland were able to contain the Kilcoo forwards to only sporadic scoring efforts. The first two points were registered by Loughinisland and this was followed mid way through the first half by a point form Kilcoo which was their
only score of the half. In a low scoring half Loughinisland went on to score a further 3 points before half time to leave the score at the break Loughinisland 0-5, Kilcoo 0-1.
With the advantage of the wind Kilcoo set about reducing their arrears and after 10 minutes of the second half had levelled the scores at 0-5 each. However Loughinisland’s John McCarthy and Dominic McClements were dominating mid-field and some good work be their half forward line of Conor Megoran, Paddy McKinney and Jamie O’Reilly resulted in Loughinisland re-taking the lead with two well worked points. Shortly after establishing this two point lead an uncharacteristic lapse in
defence lead to a soft goal being taken by Kilcoo. Then with 10 minutes to go Kilcoo scored a point to go two in front. At this stage of the game it looked that Kilcoo would push on for a comfortable win but this Loughinisland team showed great character and fitness that they have been playing this year to score two points to bring the game level again. When it looked that it might finish as a draw Kilcoo managed to score the winning point with a minute of the game remaining after a lapse in the Loughinisland defence.
Overall this was a great performance by Loughinisland in holding Kilcoo to a one point defeat and with this being their first year back in Division 1 should give them great confidence in that they can match the best teams in the County.
- 5.05 MILE ROAD RACE WEDNESDAY – 26 JUNE 2013 at 7.40pm. INDIVIDUAL PRIZES plus MAJOR NON-ATHLETIC TEAM CHALLENGE, BEST 4 TO COUNT - PERPETUAL TROPHY FOR WINNING TEAM Entry fee:- Registered athletes £6, Unregistered £7 3 MILE FUN RUN/WALK at 7.30pm Entry Fees – U16s £2, Adults £5, Families £10
- The Loughinisland U12 Boys sporting their new Windcheaters sponsored by Paul McMullan, Solicitor, from Ballynahinch.
The U12 boys made an excellent winning start to the league with five straight wins out of five in as many weeks. Their first win came at home to St Johns. The second win was a tough fought battle for so early in the season against a well drilled and energetic Saul outfit. The third victory was comprehensive over Carryduff B and this midweek away game was closely followed by a much tighter home win against Darragh Cross on the Following Sunday. The most recent success was against a relatively small Dromara side last Sunday with the Blues scoring an impressive tally of 14-16 to 4-04. This successful start has secured them the league leader position for the young Blues and presents them with the difficult challenge of holding on to the lead for the remainder of the season.The boys have performed well in this 11-a-side league format and really look like, and are consistently performing like, a strong division one team. The large u12 squad includes some u10 boys who are cutting their teeth at the next level. These u10 players are also given the opportunity on a weekly basis to stretch and develop their skills at u12 level against other local clubs in a competitive environment. The lads have shown that they enjoy playing together and that they are developing good habits (including winning) by playing to their strengths as a Unit.
Last Sundays stars for the Blues against Dromara were Brandon Boyd with an individual tally of 4-04, Rory Smyth who racked up 1-2, Joseph Kennedy who scored an excellent opportunistic goal and Peter McMullan who drove one to the roof of the net from distance. The team showed their talent by scoring and passing with both feet and played their signature running game for which Dromara had no answer. Nathan Heath produced some great supporting runs from defence to set up several
attacks and Eddie Nixon put in his usual industrious performance winning lots of ball at half back and defending tenaciously. The boys are growing in confidence and determination with every game. They have a great supporters’ following who give them much needed encouragement and praise for their efforts. The management team would like to thank those loyal supporters who travel with the team every week. Training continues this week on Wednesday night at 5.45pm. Next week’s match is
at home to Bright.
- U10 Match Report The u10s played on Saturday morning at the Blitz hosted at the RGU. Loughinisland started really well against Downpatrick B with Oisin
Savage, Brian Kennedy and Jamie Boyd taking the first three points from their weak foot to take the Blues into an early lead. Downpatrick put it up to the guys in the second half but the Blues played well throughout with some excellent teamwork and skills. The second game was against the stronger Downpatrick A team and the Blues had to defend from the start against a strong wind. Peter Kearney polished up his goalkeeping skills keeping some tough shots out from a well drilled RGU
forward line. In Game 3 the Blues took on Ardglass and the younger guys had a great chance to hone their skills. Young Ronan McGlew came of age taking an excellent goal and following up with a quick point. Shea Valentine, Conor O’Neill, Conor Kelly and Christopher Boyd gelled well upfront tallying up a number of points for the Blues. Aaron Noade also put in a strong performance showing some great potential.
8th May 2013
- LOTTO: This week’s numbers, 3, 4, 6, 11. 3 Numbers: Lila Gibney, Martina McClements, Sharon Daly, Joan Noade. Next Week’s Jackpot: £4400
- Seniors MATCH RESCHEDULED - This weeks senior match V ROSTREVOR has been moved to WEDNESDAY NIGHT in Loughinisland at 7:30pm. Spread the word and come out and support the boys in blue.
- Children Supervision Loughinisland GAC would like to advise all parents, that children who are in attendance at matches at McCartan Park must be supervised at all times.
- Facebook: For regular updates on whats going on in the club check out the clubs facebook page. Also, get match updates on twitter @LislandGAC
- Lotto: Sign Up and Save - You can now set up your lotto by direct debit. If you sign up for 4 weeks you'll get an extra line free. For a DD form click here or email lochanoileain@hotmail.co.uk
- Keep up to date! To register for Loughinisland G.A.C texts about events, news and information, send your name and mobile number to lochanoileain@hotmail.co.uk
29th April 2013
- LOTTO: This week’s numbers, 8, 11, 15, 24. Lucky Dip Winner: Orla Tumelty, Annsborough. Next Week’s Jackpot: £4350
- 150 Club Draw: April Winners, £100 Each.
- Ted Nixon, Magheratimpany Rd.
- Edel Trainor, Drumsnade Rd.
- Sharon McAllister, Annacloy
- Joseph Doran, Tanaghmore Rd.
- Mary Ann Rogan, Old Fair Green
- ACPRL Div 1 Island 3-7 v Mayobridge 2-4
The blues entertained Mayobridge at McCartan Park on Sunday and they
had to work overtime to stay in touch with the fast moving bridge team.
The blues went in 4pts down at half time with a scoreline of 1-2 to 2-3
and things were looking very difficult at that stage.
However half time came at the right time for the blues and they
emerged for the second half in a more positive manner. A number of
positional changes tightened up the backline and this gave the blues
the platform they needed to apply some pressure on the underworked
bridge back six.
Goals from the lively Cormac Deegans and Conor O'Reilly eventually got
the blues ahead for the first time in the game. Points then followed
from the boot of the impressive Damham O'Toole and Rory Mason. As the
second half wore on the blues full backline of Paddy Megoran, Oisin
Teague and Conor Corrigan finally got the to grips with the pacy bridge
forwards and the blues never looked back.
The pace of the game dropped in the final minutes which suited the
blues and they were able to handle anything the bridge had to offer.
Next up for the blues is the rescheduled fixture against Clonduff next
Friday.
Scorers: C Deegans 2-0, C O'Reilly 1-3, R Mason 0-3, D O'Toole 0-1
Capt: M Doran
- U10 Match report
The U10s took to the field at Laitrom on Saturday morning. The boys
faced strong opposition from the home team Laitrom and a very strong
and well drilled Kilcoo side. The team pulled together and strung some
great attacks together resulting in some fine scores for the young
blues.
- U12 Match Report
The u12s played their second game of the league away to a strong Saul
outfit on Sunday morning. Although the blues were several players down
they worked extremely hard as a team and their spirit paid dividends in
the end despite a great comeback from Saul in the latter part of the
second half. This was a very intense and entertaining game for the
spectators and one that both teams should be proud off. Best for the
Blues was Riley O’Neill, Eddie Nixon and Tom McDonald who were solid in
defence. Mikey Muirin made an excellent debut for the Blues and gelled
well with the team for his first appearance. Peter McMullan and Nathan
Heath worked really hard in midfield, setting up many attacks for a
small forward line. Michael Clarke was fantastic at full forward with a
tally of 3-03. Dara McDonald racked up 1-01 and Peter McMullan notched
up 1-02. The Kennedy brothers displayed some great skills and also put
a goal each on the scoreboard for the Blues. The final score was 7-06
to 5- 09 for the Blues. Much of the credit must undoubtedly go to Peter
Kearney’s excellent goalkeeping for Loughinisland. Training continues
this week. Text to follow with details.
- Children Supervision Loughinisland GAC would like to advise all parents, that children who are in attendance at matches at McCartan Park must be supervised at all times.
- Facebook: For regular updates on whats going on in the club check out the clubs facebook page. Also, get match updates on twitter @LislandGAC
- Lotto: Sign Up and Save - You can now set up your lotto by direct debit. If you sign up for 4 weeks you'll get an extra line free. For a DD form click here or email lochanoileain@hotmail.co.uk
- Keep up to date! To register for Loughinisland G.A.C texts about events, news and information, send your name and mobile number to lochanoileain@hotmail.co.uk
22nd April 2013
- This weeks Fixtures:
- Tues Minors V Kilcoo (H) 7:15
- Thurs U16s v St Johns (H) 7:15
- Fri Seniors v Clonduff (A) 7:15
- Sun Reserves v Mayobridge (H) 2:00pm
- LOTTO: This week’s numbers, 8, 11, 15, 24. Lucky Dip Winner: Orla Tumelty, Annsborough. Next Week’s Jackpot: £4300
- The seniors had a hard fought win over Warrenpoint on Friday Night eventually running out winners by 2-11 to 0-10 the Blues work rate and intensity were the defining characteristics that made the win possible. The goals game from Rory Mason and Ryan Stranney . Best for the home
side was Cormac O’Toole and Johny Flynn in defence, John McCarthy in Midfield and Conor Magoran and Conor O’Reilly in attack.
- Children Supervision Loughinisland GAC would like to advise all parents, that children who are in attendance at matches at McCartan Park must be supervised at all times.
- Facebook: For regular updates on whats going on in the club check out the clubs facebook page. Also, get match updates on twitter @LislandGAC
- Lotto: Sign Up and Save - You can now set up your lotto by direct debit. If you sign up for 4 weeks you'll get an extra line free. For a DD form click here or email lochanoileain@hotmail.co.uk
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16th April 2013
- LOTTO: This week’s numbers, 15, 20, 21, 27. Jackpot not won. 3 Numbers: John Sweeney, Ballynahinch. Next Week’s Jackpot: £4250
- Fixtures this week
- Minors away to St Pauls Tuesday night 7pm.
- U16s away to Shamrocks Thursday 7pm
- Seniors home to Warrenpoint Friday 7pm
- Reserves home to Burren Sunday 2pm
- U16s home to Mitchels Sunday 4pm
- The seniors opened their season with a defeat to Castlewellan going down 1-16 to 1-8, after a slow start the boys got settled in to the
speed and intensity of Division One Football and due to some great saves from the Castlewellan keeper the match would have been a lot closer. The reserve match against Clonduff was called off.
- 3 out of 3 for Reserves Sunday 7th April 2013, An Riocht v Loughinisland, Result 0.11 - 5.12.
The seconds travelled to Kilkeel and recorded a comfortable win, their third victory on the road this season.
The game got of to a slow start and against the run of play An Riocht registered the first 2 points of the game. However the blues responded quickly with a smashing goal by the dangerous Conor O'Reilly. This score settled the blues and for the next 20 minutes they produced some great attacking football registering a further 2 goals and 5 points before the interval.
Within 2 minutes of the restart the impressive Conor Megoran banged in another goal to leave the blues well ahead. However An Riocht responded strongly and they sent over a number of unanswered scores. The blues settled again and they hammered over several scores to run out comfortable winners in the end.
This result was achieved by good teamwork, disciplined tackling and a high level of work rate from all players.
Scorers: C O'Reilly 1-1, A Nixon 1-1, D O'Toole 1-0, P Digney 0-1, P Martin 0-1, C Megoran 1-4, R Mason 0-2, N McClements 0-1, R Nixon 0-1
Capt: C O'Toole
- Minors Another good win for the minors at home to drumclone on Tuesday night. With a score line of 2:15 to 6 points. The blues started slowly with drumclone taking an early 2 points to 1 lead. Midway through the first half the island finally got to grips with the game through fine point from Calum Noade and dean McLaughlin. In the second half it was 1 way traffic the blues dominated with a strong wind at there backs. Good performances from Cormac Deegans and half time substitute Donal McKay up front, whilst at the back Peter Boyd and Ethan Orr wer rock solid. Training at pitch on sun morning at 11. A full turn out is expected. Onwards and upwards!
- A charity fundraising challenge being undertaken by Kevin McKernan (Down player). Kevin will be in Loughinisland at 2.30pm on Saturday 20 April to take the penalty and he will be staying about 15 minutes to meet the people and give details of the charity he is raising money for. It would be good to make effort to be there to give our support to Kevin and maybe also if you wish to sponsor him.
- Facebook: For regular updates on whats going on in the club check out the clubs facebook page. Also, get match updates on twitter @LislandGAC
- Lotto: Sign Up and Save - You can now set up your lotto by direct debit. If you sign up for 4 weeks you'll get an extra line free. For a DD form click here or email lochanoileain@hotmail.co.uk
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8th April 2013
- The u12 squad fielded against Bryansford on Sunday morning with a depleted team but put it up to the seasiders in a very closely fought contest. Although the boys were a bit rusty, they soon got it together and connected well to create some great scoring chances which they took in style. They took to the field as professionals would in their new windcheater training tops kindly sponsored by the Ballynahinch Solicitor Paul McMullan.
- Gaeltacht Summer College: The Down County board will be awarding scholarships to children attending a Gaeltacht Summer College in Donegal this summer. The scholarship will be made available to all club members who wish to apply. All applicants must be GAA members. The application forms will be made available through the Down GAA website and club secretaries from March 20th, Interview process will take place in the Castlewellan in mid May , with successful applicants being awarded their scholarships at the beginning of June.
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1st April 2013
- LOTTO: This week’s numbers, 4, 15, 18, 20. Jackpot not won. 3 Numbers: A3 Numbers: Kate Rooney, The Heights. Next Week’s Jackpot: £4150
- 150 CLUB DRAW: March winners, £100 each.
- Hugh OToole, Heights Bar
- Paul Rice, Dromara
- Aaron McKeown, Loughinisland Rd.
- Dermot Rooney, The Heights
- Dominic McClements, The Heights
- Fixtures: 7th April Reserves V An Riocht (H) 12:30pm. The Seniors League Season is due to kick off on Friday 12th April with an away tie against Castlewellan followed by a home tie against Warrenpoint.
- Membership: is due by the 31st March – if membership is not paid players will not be permitted to play or train.
- Gaeltacht Summer College: The Down County board will be awarding scholarships to children attending a Gaeltacht Summer College in Donegal this summer. The scholarship will be made available to all club members who wish to apply. All applicants must be GAA members. The application forms will be made available through the Down GAA website and club secretaries from March 20th, Interview process will take place in the Castlewellan in mid May , with successful applicants being awarded their scholarships at the beginning of June.
- Facebook: For regular updates on whats going on in the club check out the clubs facebook page.
- Lotto: Sign Up and Save - You can now set up your lotto by direct debit. If you sign up for 4 weeks you'll get an extra line free. For a DD form click here or email lochanoileain@hotmail.co.uk
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25th March 2013
- LOTTO: This week’s numbers, 12, 23, 27, 28. Jackpot not won. 3 Numbers: Anne Marie Connolly, Dromara. Next Week’s Jackpot: £4100
- Fixtures: 7th April Reserves V An Riocht (H) 12:30pm.The Seniors League Season is due to kick off on Sunday 14th April with an away tie against Castlewellan followed by a home tie against Warrenpoint.
- Membership: is due by the 31st March – if membership is not paid players will not be permitted to play or train.
Scór: The Down GAA Culture Committee has urged GAA clubs to make an effort to join in the County Down Scór Celebration night which will be held on Easter Tuesday, 2nd April. The night will be held in Ballykinlar GAC with the entertainment starting at 8.30pm. The entertainment will be provided by members of the clubs who took part in Scór this year, both Scór na nÓg and Scór Sinsir, and indeed anyone else who wants to come along and join in the fun. Everyone is invited, whether you’re a spectator, competitor or a member of the general public. If you can play any instrument bring it along; as a session is sure to round off the night. If you can sing or dance, make sure you are in fine tune/step. It promises to be a most enjoyable night with some excellent talent on display showing that our music, dance and storytelling is still very much alive in County Down." So come along and join in the Ceól agus craic on Easter Tuesday in Ballykinlar GAC.
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19th March 2013
- Strictly Come dancing: The Club would like to congratulate and express its gratitude to everyone who made our Strictly Come Dancing a huge success this year starting with the organising committee of Gerry Morgan, Declan Valentine, and Pauline McVeigh. Special thanks to Shane Berger (Choreographer) and Simon Walsh (Videos), the guest judges of Alan Molloy, Paula Knox, Bronagh Lennon, Andy Ward, Emmanuel McStravick and our very special guest Bethany Firth (Paralymic Gold Medalist) who brought her medal. Special thanks also goes to all those who helped out behind the scenes on make-up, hairdressing etc and those that give the performers the confidence and encouragement to put on three amazing nights of dancing.
Congratulations to Conor Megoran and Ciara Tumelty who won the overall contest and to second placed Jim Carville and Kathy Feeney and Damian Doran and Julie Taggart who were third.
Congratulations and thank you to all the dancers who put in practise sessions from last November, without you all there would be no show.Special mention to Anne Brennan who broke her arm and was unable to compete - get well soon! Well done to Connor O’Toole and Louise Kearney our own Brucie and Tess, who held the microphones and kept the audience entertained making each show special. Thanks also to Darren and the bar staff. This year has raised the bar even higher and will take some beating! Maybe next year will be your year to enter and be crowned champion in 2014??Many thanks to all.
- St Patricks Day: A great day was had on Sunday, St Patricks Day when the locals were entertained to Ceili Music and Irish Stew.
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11th March 2013
- Strictly Come dancing: This Saturday Night sees the Final of Loughinisland GAC Strictly Come dancing. Tickets sold out within 30mins. So the full house will be entertained by the dancers and the special surprise guests. The club would like to thank all those who have contributed and helped out in any way, it wouldn’t be possible to do this without volunteers. Special thanks goes to Declan Valentine, Pauline Russell and Gerry Morgan.
- St Patricks Day: This St Patricks Day there will be traditional music in the club from 4-7pm. Irish stew and a pint £5. Come down to enjoy the craic.
- Loughinisland 0-14 0-10 Saval: The reserves travelled to Saval full of confidence following last weeks win over Rostrevor. The blues were always ahead in this game with early scores from Aiden Nixon and Conor O'Reilly however Saval proved difficult opponents and they pushed the island all the way to the final whistle.
The blues forward line was much sharper this week with 5 out the 6 starting lineup getting on the scoresheet. Midfield superiority was
eventually established in the second half with some fine fielding from Dominic McClements.
The backline was well marshalled by the ever improving Raymond Nixon and he enjoyed great support from his colleagues in particular Conor
Killen and Declan Corrigan.
The blues half back and half forward line worked hard all afternoon and won a lot more second phase possession. Once the ball was in hand
the experienced duo of Seamus O'Hare and Matt Doran along with Conor Megoran placed a number of quality balls into the full forward line.
All three players contributed some fine individual scores from play with O'Hare finishing the day as top scorer.
Next up for the blues is another away fixture this time to neighbours Castlewellen. Never much between these sides so expect another stiff
test. Scorers: A Nixon 0-3, D McClements 0-1, S O'Hare 0-4, C O'Reilly 0-2, C Megoran 0-2, M Doran 0-2. Captain: Raymond Nixon.
- Felt Making Classess: Felt making Classess continue in the club every Thursday. All welcome. If interested contact Benny Corrigan or Angela Fitzpatrick.
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- Help! Following the AGM the new committee would like to thank all those who attended. As always the committee would like to extend a welcome to anyone who would like to help out in any of the various sub committees such as fundraising, lotto, maintainance, administration, finance, events etc
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4th March 2013
- LOTTO: This week’s numbers, 3, 5, 14, 24. Jackpot not won. 3 Numbers: Laura O’Toole, Nut Grove Rd. Gerry Toman, Crawfordstown Rd. Josie O’Neill, Naghan Court Anne Toman, Tanaghmore Rd. Gerard Martin, Downpatrick. Next Week’s Jackpot: £3950
- 150 CLUB DRAW: February winners, £100 each.
- Gary Mason, Crawfordstown Rd.
- Fergus Gordon, Cloughley Rd.
- Damien Mason, Cloughley Rd.
- Benny Valentine, Tanaghmore Rd.
- Stephanie Smyth, Sevaghan Rd
- Club Gear: If you want to order club gear, the club will be open from 4pm on Saturday 9th March to take orders. This will be the last chance to get the latest club gear this year so make sure you get your order in. All orders must be paid for up front.
- Strictly Come dancing: Last Saturday seen the second semi final of Loughinisland Strictly Come dancing. The six couples put on an amazing show for the full house. Congratulations to Jess McCloy and Daniel Fitzsimmons, Hannah Mulholland & Fergal Kelly and Jim Carvill and Kathy Feeney who march on to the final in two weeks. Commiserations to Sarah Fitzpatrick and Cillian Monan, Damian Mason and Joanne Madine and Judy Kearney and Niall Cochrane. Theres always next year!! Tickets for final go on sale next Sunday (10th March) at 3pm.
- Dublin v Down: Tickets for Dublin v Down can be ordered this Sunday at 5pm in the club. Dublin v Down in the Allianz League in Croke Park on the 23rd March is an All Ticket Game. Tickets are priced at £11.00/€13.00 for Adults in the Lower Cusack and Hogan Stands. Juvenile Tickets are £5.00 each and are available for the Lower Cusack or Davin Stand Only.Senior Citizen concessions are available only in the Lower Cuask or Davin Stands. It is not envisaged that any of the Upper tiers will be open.
- St Patricks Day: Remember to Celebrate St Patricks Day in the club 17th March. Stew and Pint £5, Irish Folk Group from 4-7pm.
- Rostrevor 1-8 Loughinisland 1-10
Loughinisland kicked off the 2013 premier rerserve season with a hard
fought 2 point victory over a fast moving Rostrevor team.
Rostrevor started the game in menacing form and took an early 2 points
to no score lead with 10 mins gone on the clock. Some further poor
handling from the island rearguard gifted Rostrevor a third score and
it looked as though Loughinisland were in for a torrid afternoon. With
Rostrevor still in the ascendancy the game became increasingly
disjointed however these stoppages seemed to benefit this young island
team. It wasn't until the 16th minute that the loughinisland registered
their first score of game with a point from the boot of Conor O'Reilly.
This score settled the island team and with Cormac O'Toole and Damhan
O'Toole beginning to get a foothold at midfield Loughinisland rattled
over a further 4 unanswered points in quick succession. With the first
half drawing to close both teams traded scores however the blues went
in with their noses in front with a one point lead 6points to 5.
The second half started exactly as the first with Rostrevor getting
out of the blocks very strongly. Straight from the throw in they won
primary posession and worked a good score to level the game at 6 points
a piece. The game once again became very scappy but the blues managed
to keep the scoreboard ticking over with 1 free from Seamus O'Hare and
well taken scrore from the left boot of Calum Noade. The island team
increased their work rate and with this and the introduction of Rory
Mason began to dominate the game. The 15th minute saw the island being
awarded their first of 2 penalty kicks. Good interplay in the final 3rd
seen Rostrover left with no option but to foul Conor O'Reilly who was
heading straight for goal. Up stepped Conor Killen who struck the ball
low for the cornor but the big Rostrover keeper pulled of a fantastic
save to push it round the post. Within 20 secs of the restart Rostrover
had tagged on another score to leave one point between the sides. Then
game came the the turning point in game with the island under pressure
in defence a great piece of tackling by Raymond Nixon allowed Rory
Mason to charge up the field only to the fouled on the 40 by a tired
rostrevor defender. The resultant free was punted in the goal mouth by
the accurate boot of Seamus O'Hare and Cormac O'Toole rose highest on
the edge of the square only to be fouled by a at least 3 rostrevor
defenders - the ref had no option but to signal for a second penalty.
With penalty kick duties changed a confident Rory Mason stepped up to
drive the ball low and hard into the corner. The blues were 4 pionts up
with 8 mins left to play. As expected Rostrover came back fighting with
with some slick hand passing and movement they play managed to scramble
a goal.
With only a point between the sides again with 5 mins left on the
clock it was all to play for. Some smart delivery from the centre of
the field by Paul Digney and Declan Corrigan allowed the island
forwards to gain first phase possesion within the 20 metres of the
rostrevor goals and they drew 2 very kickable frees. The dependable
O'Hare split the posts on both ocassions and the blues had extended
their lead to 3 points. The final phase of play saw the Rostrover team
go for broke but some displicined defending by the young Oisin Teague &
Conor Corrigan ensured they only manage a single score before the ref
blew the final whistle and called time on this entertaining opening to
the 2013 campaign. Captain: Comac OToole.
- The u12s: got together at the local school 3G pitch facility in Loughinisland to begin their 2013 season’s training in advance of what will be a competitive league campaign for the lads. These lads are determined to build on last year’s u10 successes and show their class this year at the next level. The squad will be strengthened further when joined by their missing team mates following the Mid Term holidays. Training continues for this young squad at noon next Sunday at the school pitch.
- Felt Making Classess: Felt making Classess continue in the club every Thursday. All welcome. If interested contact Benny Corrigan or Angela Fitzpatrick.
- Facebook: For regular updates on whats going on in the club check out the clubs facebook page.
- Lotto: Sign Up and Save - You can now set up your lotto by direct debit. If you sign up for 4 weeks you'll get an extra line free. For a DD form click here or email lochanoileain@hotmail.co.uk
- Help! Following the AGM the new committee would like to thank all those who attended. As always the committee would like to extend a welcome to anyone who would like to help out in any of the various sub committees such as fundraising, lotto, maintainance, administration, finance, events etc
- Keep up to date! To register for Loughinisland G.A.C texts about events, news and information, send your name and mobile number to lochanoileain@hotmail.co.uk
25th February 2013
- Lotto: This week's Lotto Numbers, 20th Feb 2013: 2, 13, 16, 17. - Jackpot not won, 3 Numbers: Michael Keenan, Loughinisland Rd.
- Strictly Come Dancing: Congratulations and well done to all those who qualified for the final of Loughinisland Strictly Come Dancing – See you all in the final. A few Tickets are available for Loughinisland GAC does Strictly 2013 2nd Semi Final If you would like to snap up a few remaining tickets contact Declan Valentine. Volunteers are also required for stewards and car park attendants for Strictly Come Dancing this Saturday.
- 2013 Clubwear: Due to amazing demand we have decided to take another order for club gear. If you would like to order gear please PM or call Frank McLeigh. Closing date is 28th Feb.
- Felt Making Classess Felt making Classess continue in the club every Thursday. All welcome. If interested contact Benny Corrigan or Angela Fitzpatrick.
- Facebook For regular updates on whats going on in the club check out the clubs facebook page.
- Lotto: Sign Up and Save - You can now set up your lotto by direct debit. If you sign up for 4 weeks you'll get an extra line free. For a DD form click here or email lochanoileain@hotmail.co.uk
- Help! Following the AGM the new committee would like to thank all those who attended. As always the committee would like to extend a welcome to anyone who would like to help out in any of the various sub committees such as fundraising, lotto, maintainance, administration, finance, events etc
- Keep up to date! To register for Loughinisland G.A.C texts about events, news and information, send your name and mobile number to lochanoileain@hotmail.co.uk
18th February 2013
- Lotto: This week's Lotto Numbers 13th Feb 2013: 7, 17, 18, 21. - Jackpot not won, Lucky Dip Winner: Ann Brennan, Newcastle Rd.
- 2013 Clubwear: Due to amazing demand we have decided to take another order for club gear. If you would like to order gear please PM or call Frank McLeigh. Closing date is 28th Feb.
- Strictly Come Dancing: Tickets If you would like to snap up a few remaining tickets contact Declan Valentine. Volunteers are also required for stewards and car park attendants this Saturday.
- Felt Making Classess are in the club starting Thursday 21st Feb. All welcome. If interested contact Benny Corrigan or Angela Fitzpatrick.
- Facebook For regular updates on whats going on in the club check out the clubs facebook page.
- Lotto: Sign Up and Save - You can now set up your lotto by direct debit. If you sign up for 4 weeks you'll get an extra line free. For a DD form click here or email lochanoileain@hotmail.co.uk
- Help! Following the AGM the new committee would like to thank all those who attended. As always the committee would like to extend a welcome to anyone who would like to help out in any of the various sub committees such as fundraising, lotto, maintainance, administration, finance, events etc
- Keep up to date! To register for Loughinisland G.A.C texts about events, news and information, send your name and mobile number to lochanoileain@hotmail.co.uk
11th February 2013
- Lotto: This week's Lotto Numbers 6th Feb 2013: 8, 12, 16, 21. - Jackpot not won, 3 Numbers: Jimmy Kinsella, Rosaleen Ritchie, Joan Noade, Colin Brown.
- ‘A Night in November’ Castlewellan GAC are hosting a play ‘A Night in November’ on Sat 16th Feb at 8pm in aid of the Loughinisland Justice Group. Tickets are £10 each.
- 2013 Clubwear: Due to amazing demand we have decided to take another order for club gear. If you would like to order gear please PM or call Frank McLeigh. Closing date is 28th Feb.
- Strictly Come Dancing: Tickets for Loughinisland GAC does Strictly 2013 went on sale on Sunday with phenomenal demand as expected, however there are a few tickets remaining. If you would like to snap up a few remaining tickets contact Declan Valentine.
- Felt Making Classess are in the club starting Thursday 21st Feb. All welcome. If interested contact Benny Corrigan or Angela Fitzpatrick.
- Ever thought about refereeing?? The County Board are organising training courses for new recruits during February and prior to the start of our fixtures. If interested please contact Gerry Morgan or PM Loughinisland GAC on Facebook.
- Lotto: Sign Up and Save - You can now set up your lotto by direct debit. If you sign up for 4 weeks you'll get an extra line free. For a DD form click here or email lochanoileain@hotmail.co.uk
- Help! Following the AGM the new committee would like to thank all those who attended. As always the committee would like to extend a welcome to anyone who would like to help out in any of the various sub committees such as fundraising, lotto, maintainance, administration, finance, events etc
- Keep up to date! To register for Loughinisland G.A.C texts about events, news and information, send your name and mobile number to lochanoileain@hotmail.co.uk
4th February 2013
28th January 2013
- Lotto: This week's Lotto Numbers 23rd January 2013: 5, 10, 13, 27 - Jackpot not won, Lucky Dip Winner: Leanne Valentine, Drumgooland Rd.
- Lotto: Lotto Numbers 16th January 2013: 1, 10, 12, 19 - Jackpot not won, 3 Numbers: Lil Digney, Loughview Cottages. Patsy McMullan, Old Park Rd. Dessie Carvill, Drumaness.
- 2013 Membership Fees are now due and can be paid on Saturday 2nd or Sunday 3rd February at the club between 12:00 noon and 3:00 pm.
Paid up members of the 150 Club, and their children under 16 years old, are already members for 2013. The fees for 2013 are as follows:
- Full Playing Member £70
- Full Member £35
- Senior Citizen £20
- Student £20
- Youth (Under 18s) 10
You may join the 150 Club if you wish and pay £10.00 per month Direct Debit.
- Presentation Night: Presentation night for the Senior Mens, Senior Ladies, Reserves and Minors takes place on Friday February 1st at 8:30.
All players from these teams are expected to attend, as are the managers / coaches. All other club members are welcome to attend the awards evening. There will be drinks promotions and music in the clubrooms.
Lotto: Sign Up and Save - You can now set up your lotto by direct debit. If you sign up for 4 weeks you'll get an extra line free. For a DD form click here or email lochanoileain@hotmail.co.uk
- Gum Shields: As of January 1st all players up to & including minors must wear mouthguards when training & playing. Seniors from next January. We will have a team of dentists in the club on Saturday 2rd February from 12 pm to make moulds for fitted guards. These will be personalised with club logo & players initials. This is open to all players, juvenile and seniors. The cost is £30.
- Strictly Come Dancing: Our dancing recruits are in “full swing” preparing for our first semi final which is on Saturday 23rd February and this is followed by the second semi-final on Saturday 2nd March and then the Grand Final which will be on Saturday 16th March. Tickets for the two semi-finals go on sale at 3.00pm on Sunday 3rd February in the Clubrooms. Ticket sales will be limited to 2 tickets per person and tickets will not be sold to under 18s. If tickets sales are like last year then it is anticipated that the two semi-finals will be sold out on the day. Ticket sales for the final will be after the second semi-final on a date to be announced.
- Help! Following the AGM the new committee would like to thank all those who attended. As always the committee would like to extend a welcome to anyone who would like to help out in any of the various sub committees such as fundraising, lotto, maintainance, administration, finance, events etc
- 2013 Clubwear: is now available to order. Completed order forms can be left with bar staff. Contact Lochanoileain@hotmail.co.uk, or 07802520002. Please tick size of item you require. All garments carry club crest & initials free of charge. Anyone still owing money for clubwear orders is asked to make payment asap.
- Keep up to date! To register for Loughinisland G.A.C texts about events, news and information, send your name and mobile number to lochanoileain@hotmail.co.uk
14th January 2013
- Senior Football: There will be a meeting for all senior, reserve, & minors (who want to play senior football) in the club next Monday 21st January at 7 pm. The new senior management will be in attendance.
- Lotto: Sign Up and Save - You can now set up your lotto by direct debit. If you sign up for 4 weeks you'll get an extra line free. For a DD form click here or email lochanoileain@hotmail.co.uk
- Down Club Draw If any one is interested in joining the Down Club Draw please contact Benny Corrigan at 07527634595 before 17th January.
- Strictly Come Dancing The Strictly Come Dancing Stars are in full training and preparations are hotting up. Only 6 weeks to go to the first semi final
- Help! Following the AGM the new committee would like to thank all those who attended. As always the committee would like to extend a welcome to anyone who would like to help out in any of the various sub committees such as fundraising, lotto, maintainance, administration, finance, events etc
- 2013 Clubwear: is now available to order. Completed order forms can be left with bar staff. Contact Lochanoileain@hotmail.co.uk, or 07802520002. Please tick size of item you require. All garments carry club crest & initials free of charge. Anyone still owing money for clubwear orders is asked to make payment asap.
- Keep up to date! To register for Loughinisland G.A.C texts about events, news and information, send your name and mobile number to lochanoileain@hotmail.co.uk
7th January 2013
- Lotto: This week's Lotto Numbers 2nd January 2013: 7, 14, 18, 24 - Jackpot not won, Lucky Dip Winner: Noel McCarthy, Kilmore.
- New Year Wishes! The club would like to thank all our members and friends for all their help and support for 2012, and we’d like to wish everyone a peaceful and prosperous New Year.
- Ladies Only Night The Club would like to thank all the Ladies of Loughinisland who made Ladies Night a great success.
- Lotto: Sign Up and Save - You can now set up your lotto by direct debit - ask any committee member - if you sign up for 4 a week you'll get an extra line free. For a DD form or more info email lochanoileain@hotmail.co.uk
- Congratulations! to our Senior Player Willie Russell who got engaged at the weekend. Congratulations to both William and Kate.
- Help! Following the AGM the new committee would like to thank all those who attended. As always the committee would like to extend a welcome to anyone who would like to help out in any of the various sub committees such as fundraising, lotto, maintainance, administration, finance, events etc
- 2013 Clubwear: is now available to order. Completed order forms can be left with bar staff. Contact Lochanoileain@hotmail.co.uk, or 07802520002. Please tick size of item you require. All garments carry club crest & initials free of charge. Anyone still owing money for clubwear orders is asked to make payment asap.
- Keep up to date! To register for Loughinisland G.A.C texts about events, news and information, send your name and mobile number to lochanoileain@hotmail.co.uk
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