ISLAND LOTTO 27-09-06

NUMBERS 8 17 19 26

2 people with 3 numbers -Ciaran Fitzpatrick, Buckshead Road - John Digney, Loughview Cottages

Next week's jackpot is �4900

6th September 2006

ISLAND LOTTO RESULT 06-09-06

NUMBERS 1 7 19 28

5 people with 3 numbers - Nicole O'Hare, Loughview Close - Jimmy McKinney, Downpatrick - Richard O'Prey, Newcastle Road - Gerard Eaton, Downpatrick - Gerry Toman, Crawfordstown Road

Scor naN Og initial meeting in parish hall on Wednesday 13th September at 830pm Regarding the above, anyone wishing to help in any way, you are very welcome to attend.

Centenary Formal Dinner - Saturday 14th October. Please purchase your tickets to avoid disappointment, as two thirds of the tickets have already been sold. Contact Lisa Toman on 44811583 or James Mason on 44811735

CLUB DEVELOPMENT GOLF CLASSIC DRAW RESULTS

1st - Holiday for 4 in Spain - Lynn McCreery, Crossgar

2nd - HOliday for 4 in Turkey - Trevor Power, Downpatrick

3rd - �100 note - James Savage, Loughinisland

4th - TV/DVD combo - Gerard Breen, Downpatrick

5th - 2 All Ireland Final Tickets - Ciaran Deegan, Downpatrick

6th - Signed Celtic Shirt - Lisa Toman, Loughinisland

A special word of thanks to Gerard Martin and Peter Fitzpatrick for organising the golf classic and thanks to everyone who bought tickets for the club draw.

U10 forthcoming matches � away to Dromara this Tuesday, 12 September. All players to meet at pitch at 5.30am. Saturday 16 September away to Drumaness at 11.00 am. Sunday 24 September away to Teconnaught at 11.00 for the inaugural match for the "Corn Aisling Og" trophy sponsored by Dell Northern Ireland. Training continues each Monday evening at 5.45am. Season ends 24 September 2006.

U12 Go Games continue with three games left in the current season, away to Dromara and home games against Kilclief and Saul. Training continues each Saturday at noon.

U14s ended their season with a home defeat against Drumaness. Injuries to key players had a big impact on the team's performances through out the year. However there is great potential within this squad and while coaches Conor O'Toole and Mark O'Reilly may have been disappointed not to have won some silverware, particularly the B championship, this team will continue to develop and be a force in the years to come.

U16 season is now completed and after a good start to their league campaign the team eventually finished mid table. The team progressed to the second round of the A championship where they were defeated by Kilcoo. The highlight of the year was reaching the semi final of the Peter Walsh invitational tournament, where the team put in some excellent performances before being narrowly defeated by Rostrevor. Well done to lead coach James McClements and his assistants, Luke Copeland and Cormac O'Toole for all the time and work that they put into this team thoughout the year.

6th September 2006

The Under 8 team took part in a blitz at St John's last Saturday. They won the first game 1-14 to 0-1 and the second game 0-9 to 1-0. All 10 players played exceptionally well, a special mention to Declan McClements who scored a grand total of 11 points. A big word of thanks to John Nugent and Raymond Noade for looking after the U-8's and also for their involvement with the U-10's. There will be training on Monday evenings from 5.45 to 7.00pm

U-12's

Hosted Leitrim in the latest round of Go games and after another fine performance the team proved too strong for the visitors while all the games this year have not been strictly played to the original Go GAmes rules this team has shown great potential and they have adapted well to the amended rules. The next game is away on September 10th to Dromara. Training continues each Saturday at 12 noon

U-14's were defeated by Leitrim in this rearranged league game played at Annsborough last Tuesday evening. With this defeat any possibility of winning this section of the league have gone. The team have had an unfortunate run of injuries to key players right from the start of the season. The most recent injury to Rory King obtained in the C'ship final two weeks ago, will put him out of action for the reaminder of the season and also limit his involvment with the East Down U-14 squad. We wish him a speedy recovery and look forward to having him and Shane Walsh back for next season's campaign.

Senior team

Had a good win away to Rostrevor in the rearranged fixture on a scoreline of 1-9 to 0-11. Ben O'Reilly was the star of the show with a total of seven points. Remaining fixtures are at home to Castlewellan and Kilcoo and away to Annaclone. Next game on Sat 23rd September.

The Golf Classic takes place this Friday 8th September at Downpatrick Golf Club.

'150' club results for August

Lynda Killen, Seaforde David Mason, The Heights Aidan O'Toole, Drumgooland Road Margaret Woods, Crawfordstown Road Brendan Valentine, Tanaghmore Road

Each person receives �100

ISLAND LOTTO RESULT 30-08-06

NUMBERS - 6 20 24 26

3 people with 3 numbers - Noel McKee, Brandon Boyd, Mickey McQuoid - Each receive �17

Next week's jackpot is �4700

30th August 2006

U-12s

Played St John's in the latest round of Go Games at St Macartan's Park. Again it was another excellent performance from the home team who are improving game by game. The score taking was of a high standard as was the support play, from defence through to the forwards, with all players very comfortable on the ball and always looking for a better placed colleague. Training continues each Saturday at 12 noon.

U16s

Travelled to Kilclief last Thursday with a somewhat understrength team, missing six of their regular players. However they were only defeated by a late penalty which gave Kilclief victory on a scoreline of 3-5 to 1-9. The goal scorer for Loughinisland was Killian Monan who had an impressive game at midfield particularly in the first half where he was well supported by Luke Turley.

The Senior team bowed out of the Senior Championship quarter final stage, going down to a well organised Clonduff team on a scoreline of 2-7 to 0-7. This was a game where the blues never really got going. They badly missed Brendan Ward, Seamus O'Hare and John Turley. This match aside, they still have put up some great performances this season, and with four league games left there still is everything to play for.

The Centenary Golf Day takes place on Friday 8th September. Teams of 4 �120. This includes dinner and entertainment on the night. Contact Gerard Martin or Peter Fitzpatrick on 07746667411.

The Club are holding a draw. Tickets are �5. Prizes include a holiday for 4 in Spain, Holiday for 4 in Turkey, TV/DVD combo, 2 All Ireland Tickets and various other prizes. Contact any committee member for details.

ISLAND LOTTO 23-08-06

NUMBERS 9 13 20 22

3 people with 3 numbers

Nuala Curran, Barney Lavery and Gerry O'Prey Each receive �17 Next week's jackpot �4650

23rd August 2006

ISLAND LOTTO RESULTS

09-08-06

NUMBERS 12 19 20 28

1 person with 3 numbers - Willie Russell who wins �50

16-08-06

NUMBERS 6 12 22 23

Lucky Dip winner- Jonathan Blair who wins �25

Next week's jackpot is �4600

The Minors went down to a very strong Rostrevor outfit in the quarter finals of the 'A' championship on a scoreline of 6-16 to 0-4. Never the less they still deserve great credit for getting this far in the competition. They now enter the 'B' championship.

The Senior team travelled to Rostrevor on Friday night. The game was unfinished owing to an injury to our player Seamus O'Hare. Rostrevor were leading by 1-7 to 0-8, with two minutes remaining. This game will probably have to be replayed. We wish Seamus a very speedy recovery.

The Seniors play Clonduff in the quarter finals of the Powerade Senior Championship next Saturday evening in Newcastle. We will be without John Turley who has went to Austrailia, Seamus O'Hare and Brendan Ward who is still a major doubt. It will take a big effort to reach the semi-final. Our last semi-final appearance was in 1991.

Ticket sales for the Centenary Night are going well. Sponsorship of tables are available for companies or families at a cost of �100. Contact Mark Brennan on 07793819727

Congratulations to our neighbours St Colman's G.A.C, Drumaness who celebrated their 50th aniversary recently.

Friday 8th September - Golf Classic in the Downpatrick Golf Classic. Teams of 4 - �120, which includes meal and entertainment that night. Contact Gerard Martin or Peter Fitzpatrick.

U-8's

There will be a 4-team under 8 blitz at St John's on Saturday 26th August. All players born after January 1st 1998 to be at St Macartan's pitch for 1000am. The bus will return between 1230 and 1300. Training continues on Monday evenings from 545 to 700

U-10

Blitz at St John's. The team was weakened by holiday absences but still won two out of three of their games. Skill levels of every member is improving game by game. Training continues on Monday evenings fro 545 to 700.

U-12's

Recently took part in the Castlewellan centenary 9-a-side tournament in which 24 clubs participated - 16 in the boys event and 8 in the girls. Loughinisland were grouped with Castlewellan, Dundrum, Annaclone and St John's Bosco, Newry. In their first game they were defeated by Castlewellan by one point, but then proceeded to have fine victories over Dundrum and Annaclone. With two teams to qualify from the group it was down to their final game against Bosco as to who would qualify. Loughinisland required a win against the unbeaten Newry boys but it wasnt to be their day as the game ended in a draw and Castlewellan and Bosco progressed to the knock out stages of the main competition. The teams that failed to qualify for the main competition took part in the shield competition and in this Loughinisland were drawn against Carryduff. HOwever this appeared to be a game too many for the team as they never really reached the level of their previous performances and slumped to a four point defeat. Overall the team performed excellently and well done to their coaches, James Perry and Dominic McClements.

U-16's

V Bredagh. Scoreline Loughinisland 1-10 Bredagh 1-12. In a very entertaining game the visitors held on to a win by two points in a keenly contested game. A strong finish from Loughinisland in which Luke Turley scored a goal direct from a 45 had Bredagh hanging on at the finish but their defence held firm. Though fielding without four of their first choice players this was a very encouraging performance from the blues with their defence in particular being excellent but lack of firepower up front proved their downfall on the night.

The U-14's played Leitrim in the final of the U-14 East Down B championship. They were defeated by three points 1-9 to -1-6. The half time score was 1-7 0-4 to the Leitrim men. The blues to their credit played a lot better in the second half and a goal from John Cassidy left it very close at the finish, with Leitrim hanging on at the end to win by three points.

2nd August 2006

Pride of place this week goes to our minor team who qualified for the quarter finals of the Down Minor Championship after they defeated a very strong Carryduff team on a scoreline of 2-11 to 1-8. This was a great team performance with good displays coming from James Grant, Aidan Nixon, Conor Killen, Ben O'Reilly and Luke Turley. The Minor management team of Gary Gordon, Aidan O'Toole and Ciaran Fitzpatrick would like to thank the Senior team and all the players families for turning out in great numbers to support them. They now eagerly await the quarter final draw. And we wish them every success in their quest for Championship glory.

For the fourth time this season, the Senior team lost by a solitary point. When they lost away to Longstone on a scoreline of 0-10 to 1-6. They got off to a great start with Mark Valentine finding the net after 3 minutes. By half time they led by 1-5 to 0-4. The Longstone manager, Frank Dawson pulled a master stroke when he sprang Barry Doran from the bench for only his second start of the season. Barry completely dominated the midfield sector in the second half. Longstone outscored the Blues six points to one, in the second half, to win by a single point. However, I still believe we are capable of getting out of the bottom four.

'150' club draw results for July

The following people win �100

• Colette McGreevy
• Damien Mason
• Margaret McGlew
• Brian Valentine
• Gerard Morgan

ISLAND LOTTO RESULT 26-07-06

NUMBERS 4 14 22 23

4 people with 3 numbers, each receiving �13

• Elaine O'Prey
• Rose Russell
• Hugh O'Toole
• Anne Hanna

Jackpot next week will be �4,450

IMPORTANT NOTICE

The highlight of the year will be the Centenary Dinner at the Slieve Donard Hotel on Saturday 14th October. This will be a formal occasion and has to date generated a lot of interest. Ticket demand is already high and patrons wishing to attend should purchase their tickets now. The cost of a ticket is �35 and these can only be obtained from Lisa Toman (44811583) or Jim Mason (44811735). All requests for tickets must be paid for at time of request as numbers are limited and only those who have paid for thier tickets can be guaranteed attendance at this function. Those who wish to sponsor a table can get further details from Lisa or Jim. Please help us by acting now. Thankyou.

Plans are also at an advanced stage in respect of the club's Centenary Publication, which charts the history of the club from its inception in 1906 to the present day. Photographs from the Centenary Dinner function will be included in this book which will be available for purchase in time for Christmas. This has generated a lot of interest to date and as such will be a much sought after book.

CENTENARY GOLF CLASSIC

Friday 8th September at Downpatrick Golf Course To enter (teams of 4) contact Gerard Martin (44 617801) or Peter Fitzpatrick (07746667411)

26th July 2006

The Minors play Carryduff tonight (Wednesday) in the Miinor Championship. We wish them and their management team every success as they try and advance to the next round. The game takes place in Carryduff.

The Senior team will play Ballyholland in the first round of the Senior Championship on Saturday 12th August in Newcastle.

Centenary Golf Classic takes place at Downpatrick Golf Club on Friday 8th September.

The Centenary Banquet takes place on Saturday 14th October in the Slieve Donard Hotel, Newcastle.

LOTTO RESULTS 12-07-06

NUMBERS 1 4 7 14

4 people with 3 numbers, each receiving �13 Charlie Flynn, Drumaness Aidan O'Toole, Drumgooland Road Gerard Dornan, Tannaghmore Road V. Lowry, Dowpatrick

ISLAND LOTTO RESULT 19-07-06

NUMBERS 9 12 1 17

2 people with 3 numers, each receive �25 Damian O'Neill Bernadette Smyth

Next week's jackpot �4,400

12th July 2006

U-10's

Due to the construction work currently going on at the club, the Go Games scheduled for St Macartan's Park, last Saturday were changed to Ballykinler. A very enjoyable day was had by all with some excellent performances both from individuals and the team which resulted in two wins from the three games played.

U-12's

Travelled to Saul for their latest round of the Go Games and the 'A' team had their most competitive game to date. Both teams were evenly matched with man of the match Paul Fisher in goals having an outstanding game. The 'B' team also had an excellent work out and it was rewarding for all our players to get these two matches as not all teams in our section have fielded a second team.

U-14's

In this home game against Bright in the championship, Loughinisland had a very comfortable victory. They dominated their opponents in all sectors of the field and at half time, though playing against a stiff breeze, led by eight points and were never stretched in the second half. Next game scheduled for July 27th, which will be ain the championship.

U-16's

Championship game against Kilcoo postponed. League fixtures resume 25th July with an away game against Liatroim.

Senior Team

The senior team had mixed fortunes during the week. They lost away to Kilcoo on a scoreline of 0-12 to 0-8. But they had a very impressive home victory over Newry Shamrocks on a scoreline of 1-14 to 1-8. The next league game will be away to Longstone on Sunday 23rd July.

ISLAND LOTTO RESULT 05-07-06

NUMBERS 4 12 19 28

JACKPOT NOT WON.

3 PEOPLE WITH THREE NUMBERS - M.Greene, Annadorn Pamela Murphy, Ardglass Ryan Bolton, Loughinisland. EAch receive �17

Next week's jackpot is �4,300

5th July 2006

U-10's

Congratulations to everyone concerned, particularly John Nugent and Raymond Noade, the U-10 managers on the success of the games playd against Dromara at St Macartan's Park. It was great to see such a large turn out of young players. The games were played under the Go Games rules and were thoroughly enjoyed by all.

U-12's

Travelled to Kilclief for their latest round of Go Games. Unfortunately the home team were short quite a few players but a competitive game was played. Well done to Dominic McClements on volunteering to referee in the absence of the official referee.

U-16's

Loughinisland 2-11 Teconnaught 3-5

Teconnaught were the visitors for this league match and a strong Loughinisland team had to pull out all the stops to eventually win by three points. Both teams were evenly matched but the greater team work of the Blues and their ability to take scores in the last quarter were decisive in securing the league points for the home team. Best for Loughinisland were Chris Turley in goals, who made a brilliant save at a vital stage of the game to stop a certain goal, Raymond Nixon, James Grant and Paul Digney in defence, Luke Turley at midfield and Ben O'Reilly in attack.

The Senior team put up a brave performance away to Burren on Friday night. They led by a point with five minutes remaining, but a goal from James McGovern sealed victory for the South Down men on a scoreline of 2-10 to 0-12.

'150' club winners for June - Vincent Doran, Eamon Shields, Shane Doran, Michael Madine and Declan Corrigan. Each person receives �100

ISLAND LOTTO RESULT 28-06-06

NUMBERS 7 12 26 27

1 person with 3 numbers - Angela Treacy, Downpatrick who wins �50

Next week's jackpot - �4,250

28th June 2006

U-10's

The Go Games Blitz will take place this Saturday 1st July at St Macartan's Park, Loughinisland. The other teams involved will be Ballykinlar, Liatroim and St Paul's. it is hoped that all clubs will field two teams at the blitz, with each team getting a minimum of three games. All children to be at the field for 12.45pm. Training continues each Monday at 6.00pm for the U-10's

U-12's

The Go Games continue next Sunday with Loughinisland travelling to Saul. Training for the U-12's takes place every Saturday at 12.00pm

U-14's

Incurred their second defeat of the season away to Ardglass in the first round of the 'A' championship on a scoreline of 2-7 to 1-6. The team is now entered into the 'B' championship and with a full squad soon available. This team is capable ofo doing very well in this championship.

U-16's

Suffered a heavy defeat away to the League leaders, Carryduff who should be playing at all county level in this age group as they are far stronger than all the other teams in this league. However Loughinisland battled to the very end but were no match for the physically stronger Carryduff boys.

Congratulations to Laura McClements on winning an Ulster medal with the Down U-14 team who defeated Tyrone in the Ulster 'B' championship final

The Minors advanced to the next round of the Championship when they recorded a nine point victory over Dromara with good displays coming from Mark Rice, Conor Killen, Ben O'Reilly, Jonathon Turley and Chris McNamara. All minor players are encouraged to train with the Senior team. We wish them all the best in the next round of the minor championship.

The Senior team lost for the third time by a single point when they lost at home to Liatroim 0-8 to 0-7. This was a game that they could have and should have won. The fact that they kicked 14 wides and missed a penalty tells it's own story. If they keep losing matches like this they could find themselves in the relegation zone. Next Friday's match is away to Burren. Prior to the start of the game the awards for the 2005 season were presented to the following people. Senior Ladies Player of the year - Brenda O'Hare Young player of the year - Karen McClements Ladies Sportsperson of the year - Michelle McClements Young player of the year - Jamie O'Reilly Reserve player of the year - John Gibney Sportsman of the year - Ryan Carville Senior Player of the year - Brendan Ward Club personality of the year - Benny Corrigan Congratulations to all the aforementioned winners

ISLAND LOTTO RESULT - 21-06-06

NUMBERS 6 7 8 18

1 person with 3 numbers - Paula Harte who wins �50 Next week's jackpot is �4,200

21st June 2006

U-12's

In the last three weeks have played Drumaness, St John's and most recently Dromara under the Go Game rules. These games are 11 a side and played across the normal sized pitch or on half of the full size pitch with special rules. Usually because of the reduced numbers per game, two games take place at the same time with the aim of giving everybody a full game. OUr games to date have been very successful and for this great credit must be given to the joint managers of James Perry and Dominic McClements.

U-14's

An understrength team suffered their first defeat in the league at home to Drumaness. The panel have now lost Shane Walsh due to a wrist injury sustained with the U-16s the previous week and this added to the injury sustained by Conor O'Reilly in the second game of the season is a big blow to their quest for honours this year. We wish both players a speedy recovery.

U-16's

After defeating Drumaness in the first round of the championship the tables were turned in the league encounter of last week. Even though the team were short some key players due to examinations, the league match was there for the winning, but a combination of lack of team play in the forwards and poor shooting resulted in defeat.

The Senior team put up a battling performance away to Bryansford. They lost on a scoreline of 0-11 to 0-9. Injuries to midfielders Joe Doran and Gary Gordon didn't help their cause, considering we were missing seven players, this was still a good performance. Next game is at home to Liatroim.

ISLAND LOTTO RESULT 14-06-06

NUMBERS 8 15 21 22

4 people with 3 numbers - They each receive �13 -Sean Brennan, Jimmy McGivern, Vincent Doran & Angela Treacy

Next week's jackpot �4,150

Get well soon to Our Ladies Senior Team captain Carol O'Hare who was injured recently.

12th June 2006

Work will commence on the new building on the week starting 19th June. The area where the building work will take place will be fenced off. The pitch will remain open for the remainder of the season. Please co-operate with the stewards at all home games.

The Centenary golf classic tournament will take place at Downpatrick Golf Club on Friday 8th September. There will be various prizes up for grabs. The club's centenary banquet will take place on Saturday 14th October in the Slieve Donard hotel. For details- contact James Mason or Lisa Toman.

Get well soon to our club sponsor Leo Stranney who is in hospital at the moment.

The Senior team recorded their sixth win of the season with a narrow one point defeat over old rivals Annaclone, on a scoreline of 0-9 to 0-8. Next match is away to Bryansford.

ISLAND LOTTO RESULT 07-06-06

Numbers 1 12 19 28

1 person with 3 numbers - Ronan McGlew who wins �50

Next week's jackpot is �4,100

7th June 2006

The Fun Run took place on Wednesday night and it was a great success. A word of thanks to Mr Hugh O'Toole who sponsored the event. Thanks also to Joe Quinn and members of the East Down Athletics club, the ladies who provided the refreshments, traffic wardens and outriders. Also thanks to Loughinisland Cycle club. Incidentally, Philip Treacy won the Fun Run and Brendan Teer won the main race. The Team Event was won by Loughinisland G.A.C consisting of David McMullan, Patrick McKenny, Patrick Killen and Michael Cochrane.

The Senior team lost away to Castlewellan. They now have ten points from nine matches played.

The '150' draw results for May: Eamon Shields, Shane Brennan, Catherine Murnin, Michael Madine - Each receive �100

ISLAND LOTTO RESULT 31-05-06

Numbers 8 19 25 26

Lucky dip winner - John Digney �25

Next week's jackpot - �4,050

31st May 2006

The Minors won their legue section when they defeated Bredagh by 1-10 to 0-4. Having lost to Bredagh earlier in the season, the Blues weren't going to be denied on this occasion. It was a proud moment for captain Jamie O'Reilly when he received the League shield from Sean McCashin. A word of thanks must go to the management team of Gary Gordon, Aidan O'Toole and Ciaran Fitzpatrick. The Minors can now look forward to a good run in the minor championship. They play Dromara in the first round. The winning league panel Ciaran Gordon, James Grant, Mark Rice, Michael Cochrane, Ben O'Reilly, Tommy Murray, Daniel Nixon, Jamie O'Reilly, Conor Killen, Paddy McKinney, Chris McNamara, Paul Digney, Conor McKinney, Luke Turley, Aidan Nixon, Paul Fisher, Jonathon Turley, Patrick Rogan, Cillian Monan, Martin Russell, Finbar Teague, Conor McCrissican.

The Senior team had a great victory over Rostrevor on a scoreline of 1-8 to 0-5. This was Rostrevor's first defeat this season. The victory was achieved without our county players and Jamie O'Reilly who was injured. This was great team effort. Joe Doran gave another magnificent performance, with good displays from Matt Doran, Ryan Carville, Conor O'Toole, James McClements and John Turley. The next game is away to Castlewellan

The Centenary Fun Run will take place tonight (Wednesday). Registration is from 6.30pm. Fun Run commences at 7.30pm while the race starts at 8.00pm

The new building work will commence on Monday 19th June. This will take a mammoth effort to see the builiding work completed. Everyone associated with the club is encouraged to help in whatever way they can to make this dream become a reality.

ISLAND LOTTO RESULT 24-05-06.

Numbers 7 9 18 21

3 people with 3 numbers, each getting �17 Mary Doran, Willie Ward, Seamus Savage,

Next week's jackpot is �4000

17th May 2006

The U-16's had their first victory of the season when they defeated Leitrim on a scoreline of 6-10 to 1-5. The Blues dominated in all sectors and with the visitors down to 13 men for the last ten minutes. It was all too easy for the Blues running out comfortable winners in the end. Best for the winners were James Grant in defence, Paul Digney and Paul Fisher in midfield and up front, Luke Turley and Ben O'Reilly were most prominent.

Ben O'Reilly and Luke Turley were part of the Down U-16 squad which competed in the Golden Cow Youth games in Belfast

For the second time this season, the Senior team lost by a point. The victors on this occasion were Clonduff. This was a game of two halves with Clonduff dominating the first half. They led at half time b y 1-4 to 0-2. The Blues were encamped in the Clonduff half for most of the second half. But once again poor shooting cost the Blues dearly. A Cormac O'Toole fisted goal three minutes from time left a point between the sides, but the home team were left to rue their twelve wides over the hour. This week's game is away to Mayobridge.

The Minors will win the league if they beat Bredagh at home tonight (Wednesday)

LOTTO RESULT (10-05-06)

Numbers 10 11 22 23. jackpot not won.

Lucky dip winner - Tom Toman �25

Next week's jackpot �3900

Remember to keep the 31st May free for the Centenary Fun Run. Prizes galore.

10th May 2006

The minors lost for only the second time this season, when they were defeated by Bredagh in Belfast, on a scoreline of 2-10 to 1-5. They led at one stage by four points. Bredagh hit the net twice in the second half to run out winners by eight points. The final game will be at home to Bredagh on Wed 17th May. If they win, they will win their league section. Don't forget to give the lads yor support on 17th. Mark Rice and Chris McNamara put in fine performances agianst Bredagh.

The U-14's were runaway winners against Dromara with good displays from Shane Walsh, Brendan O'Neill and Michael Brannigan. They also took part in the U-14 feile in Ballykinlar. They beat Teconnaught and lost out to Ballykinlar.

The Senior Team had two great victories over Shamrocks and Longstone. They beat Shamrocks by 0-10 to 1-6, and Longstone by 1-10 to 0-5 respectively. These victories were achieved without our county players. The next match is at home to Clonduff.

ISLAND LOTTO RESULT 03-05-06

Numbers 2, 6, 14, 26.

2 people with 3 numbers - Sambo Hanna, Drumaness and James McKinney, Downpatrick.

Both receive �25.

Next week's jackpot is �3750

The Fun Run takes place on Wednesday 31st May. Check out the club website at www.loughinislandgac.net.

3rd May 2006

The U-16's lost away to Teconnaught on a scoreline of 2-10 to 4-7. It looked promising for the Blues when they led by 1-8 to 1-0 at half time, but Teconnaught found the net on three occasions in the second half to run out winners by three points. Best for the Blues were Raymond Nixon, Shane Walsh, Paul Fisher, Conor Corrigan and Paddy McKinney. Best wishes to Conor O'Reilly who got injured during the game. We wish Conor a speedy recovery.

The Seniors lost their unbeaten record when they lost by a point at home to Burren 1-4 to 0-6. Playing with the wind in the first half, the Blues failed to score enough. They led by 0-3 to 0-1 at the short whistle. Burren hit the front eight minutes into the second half with a breakaway goal by Ciaran Doyle. Brendan Ward must have thought he had salvaged a draw for the Blues when he hit a long range point at the end of normal time, only for Down star Eoin McCartan who scored the winner for the South Down side with a pointed free deep into stoppage time.

The Minors put in another great performance when they defeated Teconnaught away by 4-9 to 1-5. The teams were evenly matched in the first half with the Blues leading by 0-5 to 0-3 at half time. The Blues upped the ante in the second half with Ben O'Reilly putting in a man of the match performance. Jonathon Turley denied Teconnaught a goal when he saved a penalty. Mark Rice also starred in defense for the Blues. They now have two very important games coming up. Both against Bredagh.

Best wishes to Alan Molloy and Dan Gordon for Sunday's clash with Cavan in Belfast. Also good luck to Jamie and Ben O'Reilly and Ciaran Gordon who are involved with the Down minor squad.

'150' draw winners for April - Declan Brennan, Leo Stranney, Michael Valentine, James McCann, Aidan O'Toole. Each person receives �100

ISLAND LOTTO RESULT 26-4-06

NUMBERS 9 13 17 24

7 people with 3 numbers win �10

Eilish Teague, Michael Doherty, Annie Gelston, Lil Digney, Miss B Smyth, Louise McCormick, Colette Gelston

Next week's jackpot �3700

26th April 2006

Pride of place this week goes to Paul Fisher, who won an All Ireland medal with St Malachy's Castlewellan in the U-16 Vocational schools All Ireland final on a scoreline of St Malachy's 2-14 Rathmore of Kerry 2-7. Congratulations to Paul and the rest of his team mates. Also their coach PJ Magee. A magnificent performance all round.

U-16's - Loughinisland 1-7 Carryduff 6-12

This was always going to be a difficult game for Loughinisland and though they battled hard, the Blues were always up against it. By half time the game was effectively over, as Carryduff led by 2-7 to 0-2. However great credit must be gien to the home team. Though physically overpowered by the visitors, Loughinisland never gave up and fought to the end. Best for the Blues were Chris Turley, James Grant and Paul Murray in defence, with only Paddy McKinney posing any threat in attack.

The Minors continued on their winning ways with a 1-12 to 0-4 victory over Ardglass. The defence broke up a lot of Ardglass attacks. Luke Turley hit 1-3 and there were good displays from Connor McKinney, Chris McNamara and Jamie & Ben O'Reilly. They now top their section and have three games remaining. Teconnaught and Bredagh twice.

The Premier Reserve Team had a good victory over Tullylish on a scoreline of 2-15 to 0-5

The U-14s had a good victory over Darragh Cross.

The Seniors recorded their second victory in the top flight when they had a 0-12 to 0-8 victory away to Liatroim. It looked bleak for the Blues when they trailed 0-4 to no score after sixteen minutes, but by half time, they had tied up the game at 0-4 each. Second half scores from Jamie O'Reilly (3) Dan Gordon(2) and points from Gareth Doran, John Turley and Ben O'Reilly secured the victory. Keep up the good work lads.

Keep Wednesday 31st May free for the Centenary Fun Run.

ISLAND LOTTO RESULT 19-04-06

Numbers 1 6 15 27

1 person with 3 numbers - Paul Rushe, Downpatrick wins �50 Next week's jackpot is �3650

19th April 2006

The Senior Team made a welcome return to the first division with a 1-8 to 0-5 victory over old rivals Bryansford. They led 0-6 to 0-4 at half time. Five points coming from the boot of Seamus O'Hare while the 'Ford had three from Chris Brannigan and one from Niall Neeson. It took twenty minutes of play in the second half until the first point was scored by Gareth Doran after a great solo run. Ben O'Reilly sealed victory for the Blues when he found the net deep into stoppage time.

The winning team was: John Gibney, Ryan Carville, Brendan Ward, Matt Doran, Conor O'Toole, Joe Doran, John Turley, Dan Gordon, Alan Molloy, Gareth Doran, Gary Gordon, Jamie O'Reilly, Seamus O'Hare, Mark Valentine, John McCarthy, Subs used: Cormac O'Toole, Ben O'Reilly, Aaron Mulholland

Prior to the start of the game, Leo Stranny of Mourne Fireplaces presented team captain Alan Molloy with a new set of jerseys.

The Minors continued their winning ways with a good home victory over Dromara by 1-12 to 0-5. Good displays came from Luke Turley, Jonathon Turley, Tommy Murray and Connor McKinney. The next match is against table toppers Ardglass at home on Wednesday night.

The Centenary Fun Run will take place on Wed 31st May at 8.00pm. Entry fee for registered athletes is �6. Unregistered �7. Free entry to event if you raise at least �25 sponsorship for club funds. For more details contact Martin Toman, Peter Fitzpatrick or Joe Quinn.

'150' club Easter Draw Results

�500 - Mark Gibney

�100 winners were: Claire O'Kane, Damian O'Neill, Declan Valentine, Patsy Toman, Niall O'Toole

ISLAND LOTTO RESULT 12-04-06

Numbers 4 9 15 26

Jackpot not won

Lucky Dip winner �25 - Louise Allen

Next week's jackpot is �3,600

12th April 2006

The new season gets under way next Sunday. The senior team are back in the first division after a two year spell in the second division. Bryansford will be the visitors to Macartan Park for our opening game. Throw in is at 5.00pm. Prior to the throw-in, the team will be presented with a new strip by our new main sponsor - Mourne Fireplaces. Our usual stewards are required for car parking and gate duties.

The date for the Golf Classic has been confirmed. It will take place on Friday 8th September.

The club have been accredited with a Junior Club Creditation Award. The club was presented with their award at a ceremony in the Slieve Donard Hotel.

Congratulations to Jamie O'Reilly and Brenda Valentine who also received awards at this function. A special word of thanks to Mark Brennan and Conor O'Toole who worked hard preparing the club to gain this award. Also a word of thanks to Pat Power of Down Council for his help in this venture.

The Minor team played 3 games in 6 days, resulting in 2 victories over Drumaness and St John's, but they suffered their first defeat of the season going down by five points to Dundrum, after leading by six points 10 minutes into the second half. They still have everything to play for in this league. Bredagh top the table, but we still have Bredagh to play twice.

ISLAND LOTTO RESULT 05-04-06

Numbers 4, 7, 12, 25

5 people with 3 numbers: Anne Molloy, Nuala Rogan, Mark Cunningham, Staff of Cabin Bar, Brennan's Breakfast Club - Each receive �10