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Scholarship for Trumpet Student Stephen Murphy, an S4 student at st. Colman’s has been offered a scholarship to study Trumpet at the RNCM in Manchester following a successful audition in October. He will commence his study at the music college in October 2010, where he will embark on a four year BMUS course.
While attending the college he will receive individual tuition from one of their many trumpet professors. This top class teaching is one of a kind and Stephen will have enormous opportunities to advance his playing abilities and widen his musical experience.
The RNCM has a number of different ensembles that range from Big Band to Symphonic orchestra. The college is renowned for its brass studies and has links with a number of professional brass bands including their resident band “The Black Dyke Band.” Stephen is looking forward to commencing his study at the RNCM and the experiences it will give him.
Congratulations to Stephen and we wish him every success. Yet another success story for our music department under the excellent guidance of Miss Sinead Frame, Head of Music and Mr Mark Doran Music Teacher.
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St Colman’s College 2010 All Ireland Schools Cross Country Champions
What a momentous day for St Colman’s College Newry on Saturday at Cork’s Institute of Technology sports grounds at Bishopstown in Cork. It was a double celebration for the college as Andrew Monaghan also took the individual gold ahead of the much fancied Sean Tobin of High School Clonmel with his twin brother Patrick finishing fourth.
All the top schools athletes from all over Ireland had converged at Cork IT for the 54th running of these prestigious championships. With no rain in the area for the past 5 weeks and not a hill in sight it was anything but a typical cross country course. It was absolutely pancake flat and the going was extremely fast, well suited to the Monaghan twins but not really favourable to the rest of the St Colman’s team of Conor Gribben Thomas Mulholland James O’Keefe Conal Gough and Ryan Johnston all of whom coped well in the muck when winning the Ulster Title at Mallusk 10 day previously.
The start was a very quick affair with Finn Corrigan of St Michael’s Enniskillen prominent at the front , the pace never really settled but soon enough the Monaghan twins made their way to the front of the group along with the Leinster champion Steven Attride and race favourite Sean Tobin the Munster Champion.
The rest of the St Colman’s team were spread between 30th and 50th in the 200 plus field keeping an eye on the team from Douglas Community College Cork who were seen as the main rivals for the team prize. Midway through the second of two laps Patrick Monaghan increased the tempo and Andrew went with him and soon a 15 second gap opened up on the rest of the field. Andrew then took up the challenge and pushed on ahead gaining a 30 yard advantage on his twin brother. Sean Tobin and Steven Attride now realising that this was the key break in the race started to give chase behind the two St. Colman’s boys.
Meanwhile in the pack Conor Gribben and Thomas Mulholland were establishing good positions, now vital as Douglas Communuty College were packing very well with 3 of their scoring four within 4 places of each other. Meanwhile up front Sean Tobin had caught and passed Patrick and was making a bold move to get onto the heels of Andrew, however Andrew stayed relaxed and pushed on harder and try as he might he could not make up deficit and Andrew went on to a clear win with a margin of 15 seconds to spare. Unfortunately for Patrick a stumble near the finish cost him the individual bronze as Steven Attride took full advantage to claim 3 rd spot. The team race was now at a crucial stage and Conor Gribben , Thomas Mulholland who were now making up the scoring four, dug deep , found new reserves over the final 1k and finished 36th and 50th respectively and ensured a fantastic win for St Colman’s College.
The performance of the Monaghan twins up front was crucial, as the College only had 5 points from its first two finishers ( lowest score wins) Conor Gribben and Thomas Mulholland, James O’Keefe, Conal Gough , and Ryan Johnstone also split up the scoring team from Douglas which had a hugely significant bearing on the destination of the team prize. The College also picked up the Brother Clarke Memorial Shield, awarded to the school with the best team score. A superb day for St Colman’s College.
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Ten pupils from St Colman’s College joined pupils from several other schools across Northern Ireland at the Edu Incentive e-skills week launch of the Play Learn Win website (www.playlearnwin.com) at Stormont this week.
The visitors were treated to a tour of Stormont where they took part in a mock debate and used the electronic voting system which our MLA’s use when passing laws, as well as seeing the TV broadcasting systems of the BBC, ITV and RTE within Stormont. The purpose of the visit was to promote STEM subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) among our pupils in order to meet the future demands of a world economy. All pupils in Northern Ireland are welcome to sign-up at www.playlearnwin.com and take part in the fun activities hosted there. Prizes such as iPod Nano’s and Nintendo DSi’s can be won throughout March and into April and prize winners may get their own invitation to visit Stormont for the awards ceremony.
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The Minor Netball Team from St Paul’s High School, Bessbrook won the Newry & Mourne Minor A Schools Netball League 2010 in a final against Sacred Heart Grammar School, Newry. The St Paul’s girls won the final 22 – 9.
Team: (GS) Colleen McVeigh, (GA) Kerry Garvey, (WA) Tara Byrne, (C) Nuala McCullough, (WD) Sarah McCone, (GD) Dervla Wright (Captain), (GK) Anna Carr. Substitutes: (GA) Serena McVerry, (WD) Niamh O’Hara, (GS) Chloe Morgan, (C) Beth McLoughlin.
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Justin McNulty, Project Director & Performance Coach from Motiv8, All Ireland Medal Winner and current Armagh Selector for the County Board recently visited Sport Studies students at the Newry Campus, Southern Regional College to inspire and 
motivate them. Almost 60 students attended a workshop held by Justin in an attempt to broaden their horizons and consider self-employment as a career option. The students were encouraged to think about enterprise and entrepreneurial development as they participated in various physical activities, listened to motivational speeches and watched stimulating videos. SRC Sports Studies Lecturer Richard Gough commented “It is great to see local sports personalities developing as innovative enterprise, such as Motiv8. Justin’s visit to the college was an inspiration to staff and students alike and generated many imaginative and enterprising discussions in the classes which followed.
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The Irish Drama group from St Paul’s High School, Bessbrook have been celebrating the news that their production of ‘Áras na Rún’ which was performed as part of Newry Irish Drama Festival, has been nominated for performance at the Ulster Festival in Armagh on 26 March.
Year 10 actor Shane McGirr was also named Best Actor at the festival, with his co-star Year 12 student, Neil Byrne, receiving a Highly Commended Award. Adjudicator, Lynette Fay from BBC, praised the high production standards for the St Paul’s play, and remarked on the flawless acting abilities of the young cast. She was very impressed by how well the group interacted on stage and used their natural comedic abilities for humorous effect. ‘Áras na Rún’ is an adaptation of Ré Ó Láighléis’ play, as is the story of a class visit to a local museum. Shane McGirr plays the role of Pádraig Ó Dúgáin, a sleepy student who is surprised when the statues in the museum suddenly come to life.
Neil Byrne plays local boxing hero Barra Mag Uiginn, with Anita Dennison impressing as the stern school teacher. The Irish Drama group which is mentored by Mr S Quinn, Miss C McCoy of the Irish Department, and Head of Drama Ms P Lynch, have been rehearsing and working hard for months. They look forward to the Ulster Drama Festival in Armagh at the end of March.
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In celebration of Fairtrade Fortnight 2010 the Enterprising Innovators of Southern Regional College organised a series of events to raise awareness of Fairtrade values and products.
These events aimed to encourage ethical enterprise and to educate the students about the powers which they have as consumers.
The main event took place in the Newry Campus on Thursday 4th March, and Hella Alkiuru who is the African Regional Coordinator for the International Union of Food and Agricultural Workers was in attendance. Ms Alkiuru travelled from her base in Nairobi, Kenya to share her experiences of the benefits that Fairtrade can bring to developing nations. This was complemented by Peter Gaynor, the Executive Director of Fairtrade Mark Ireland, who spoke from a more local point of view; giving the students an insight into Fairtrade as an organisation and how it has impacted on our society. The students then undertook a number of enterprising activities, including a Dragon’s Den style competition, which were devised by the Enterprising Innovators to inspire the students to think both creatively and ethically concerning all future enterprise.
These events have been widely supported by local retailers and companies, including Grounded Espresso Bar, Newry; Real Beverage Solutions, Portadown; Café Eden, Portadown and Rumour Café, Armagh. The events were promoted through the Inspire Programme which is funded by the Department for Employment & Learning. For further information, please contact enterprisinginnovators@src.ac.uk
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Saint Colman's College etched out a very hard earned win over reigning Champions and long time Ulster Colleges’ rivals St. Patricks Maghera at the Corn na nÓg Final played on a superb Derrytresk pitch last Saturday morning.
Having been undefeated all season, and coming off the back of commanding wins over St McCartans Monaghan and local side Abbey CBS in the semi and quarter-finals respectively, the College went into the match as slight favourites St Colmans started very nervously, however, and allowed their Derry opponents to get the upper hand in the opening stages – Maghera opening up a deserving 4 point at half time The College were finding it difficult to escape the close marking, however they did manage to muster scores from Patrick O’Hagan, Barney Doyle and the impressive Ryan Devlin (2). They did have an opportunity to close the gap just before the break but a fine save from Maghera keeper Ciaran McCloy denied Clonduffs’ Patrick O’Hagan a certain goal.
Some stern words from managers Kevin Franklin and Ronan Mcmahon at the interval resulted in a much more focused and determined Newry side coming out in the second half. St Colman’s had the advantage of a slight breeze and opened brightly with 2 points from lively corner forward Pearse Óg McCrickard. However Ruairi McElwee pointed 3 frees from and Conor Convery scored another to see the Derry team 5 points ahead as the second half reached its midway point. Newry Mitchels’ Sean Tierney and McElwee exchanged pointed frees before an incisive run and wonderful goal from Tierney brought St Colman’s back into the match. Maghera stretched their lead before points from Pearse Óg McCrickard and classy half-back Aidan McKiernan drew St Colman’s level for the first time in the game. Just as Colmans had clawed themselves level wing back Johnny Brown received a second yellow card and was dismissed with ten minutes to go. This seemed to galvanise the Voilet Hill boys, however. The withdrawal of Captain Jack Haughey to the half forward line left an ocean of space for Devlin and McCrickard on the edge of the square and the excellent Clonduff duo of Rory McQuaid and Conall Brown pushed up from defence, confusing Maghera who didn’t know where to put their extra man and allowing Colmans to really push forward in the last few minutes. McElwee did point twice more for St Patrick’s- the second opportunity was really a goal chance- but Patrick O’Hagan was able to capatilise on some great tackling and pressure form midfielders Cormac McKay and Conor Magee to send over points in the 25th, 29th and 31st minutes, ensuring St Colman’s were one point up at the final whistle. The large contingent of College supporters were delighted to see Captain Jack Haughey be presented with the cup and extend their record as the most successful school in Ulster in this competition.
Liam McAleavey (Clonduff), Liam Hynes (Drumgath), Rory McQuiad (Clonduff), Liam McGreevey (Clonduff), Aidan McKiernan (Tullylish),n Conal Brown (Clonduff), Johnny Brown (Newry Shamrocks), Conor Magee (Tullylish), Cormac Mc Kay (Burren), Sean Tierney (Newry Mitchels), Partick O’Hagan (Clonduff), Barney Doyle (Newry Bosco), Ryan Devlin (Kilcoo),Jack Haughey ( Newry Shamrocks), PearseÓg McCrickard (Liatriom Fontenoys) Subs – Rossa McCartan(Castlewellan) , Conor Gilmore (St Johns) , Patrick Gallagher (Castlewellan) , Shane Morgan (Kilcoo) , Shay Carroll (Carrickcruppen) , Mark Devlin ( Clonduff) , Conor Wallace (Newry Bosco) , Declan Gribben (Clonduff) , Steven McConville (Clonduff ) , Oisin O’Neill (Crossmaglen) , Michael Moore (Tullylish) , James Rowland (Rostrevor) , Paraic Keating (Silverbridge) Coaches Kevin Franklin Ronan McMahon (both St.Peters Warrenpoint)
SCORERS: ST COLMAN’S : Sean Tierney 1-02; Patrick O’Hagan 0-04; Pearse McCrickard 0-03; Ryan Devlin 0-02; Conor Magee, Aidan McKiernan and Barney Doyle 0-01 each
Final Score: ST PATRICK’S MAGHERA 0-16 ST COLMAN’S NEWRY 1-14
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This Saturday the 6th of March, St Colmans Year 10 pupils will play in the Corn na nÓg Final against old rivals St Pats Maghera at Derrytresk at 12 noon. Having comprehensively defeated local school Abbey CBS in the quarter-finals and a strong Monaghan outfit in the semis, Colmans’ should be quietly confident going into this game.
The Violet Hill defence is backboned by 4 players form the Clonduff club – Liam McAleavey carrying on the family tradition of minding nets in front of central defenders Rory McQuaid and Conal Brown. Liam McGreevy makes up the quartet at corner back opposite Drumgaths’ Liam Hynes while wing backs Aidan McKiernan and Johnny Brown will provide the platform for attack. Midfield duo of Cormac McKay and Conor Magee will have their work cut our against a formidable Derry pairing but if they can break even at least the 
Newry boys will be in with a chance. The forward line has representatives from all three Newry based clubs – Shamrocks’ Jack Haughey captains the team on the edge of the square and is supported by Mitchels’ Sean Tierney and Boscos’ Barney Doyle in the wing half forward slots. East Down representatives Ryan Devlin (Kilcoo) and Pearse Og McCrickard (Liatriom) will provide the finishing power in the corners while another Clonduff player, Patrick O’Hagan, will pull the strings from centre half forward.
This is the third Corn na nÓg final in 4 years for St. Colmans, and the boys will be trying to emulate their schoolmates of 2 years ago and win this weekend. Overall the College are a well balanced, hard working team who are undefeated in all games played this year. However, it will take a mighty effort from all involved this weekend if they are to regain this trophy that they have won a record 17 times.
Path to the final:
League Section
St.Colmans 1-8 1-6 St.Pats Armagh
St.Colmans 3-14 2-13 St.Michaels Enniskillen
St.Colmans 6-9 5-9 St.Pats Dungannon
St.Colmans 4-11 2-7 St.Marys Magherafelt
Q-Final
St.Colmans 1-13 1-8 Abbey CBS
S-Final
St.Colmans 3-20 2-8 St.McCartans Monaghan
Team: Liam McAleavey Liam Hynes Rory McQuiad Liam McGreevey (Drumgath) (Clonduff) Clonduff Aidan McKiernan Conal Brown Johnny Brown Tullylish Clonduff Newry Shamrocks Cormac McKay Conor Magee Burren Tullylish Sean Tierney Patrick O’Hagan Barney Doyle Newry Mitchels Clonduff Newry Bosco Ryan Devlin Jack Haughey © Pearse Óg McCrickard Kilcoo Newry Shamrocks Liatriom Fontenoys Subs: Mark Devlin Clonduff Rossa McCartan Castlewellan Conor Gilmore St Johns Patrick Gallagher Castlewellan Paraic Keating Silverbridge Shane Morgan Kilcoo Shay Carroll Carrickcruppen Conor Wallace Newry Bosco Declan Gribben Clonduff Steven McConville Clonduff James Rowland Rostrevor Oisin O’Neill Crossmaglen Michael Moore Tullylish
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