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Senior Football
Both our senior men and senior women are now back in training ahead of their respective new seasons. Mick Mackin, Cathal Quinn and Stephen Mooney have taken the reins for the senior men, whilst Seamus McParland is the new man at the helm for our senior ladies. Best of luck to both teams and their managers as they continue preparations for the coming year.
Last Man Standing
The Last Man Standing competition began at the weekend but it wasn’t a good few days for almost half of the entrants as their ‘expert’ team selections fell at the first hurdle. but there are still quite a few who have made it through to next weekend. The club would like to thank all those who entered the competition, it is greatly appreciated and we would also like to thank all those who have helped organise it - not an easy task.
Club Bar Clean Up
The club is organising a general clean-up of the bar area on Wednesday evening @ 7.00pm and if anyone is willing to lend a hand then they are more than welcome to come along.
Armagh GAA Club Draw
The very successful Armagh GAA Club draw is running again in 2020. The draw takes place over 4 months - March, April, May and June - with 16 prizes on offer each month. The first prize each month is £10k, right down to a 16th prize of £200.
Tickets are priced at £100 each with £80 from every ticket going directly to the club after we reach our minimum target of sales. They can be bought by paying the £100 up front or 4 monthly instalments of £25 per month.
Tickets can be purchased from any of our committee members and the more tickets we sell, the more money the club raises. We are encouraging all our club members, families and friends to purchase a ticket either individually or maybe as a group of 4 friends or family members clubbing together at £25 each.
It is a brilliant opportunity to raise much needed funds for the club whilst also being in with a chance of winning some fantastic prizes.
Yoga at the Shane’s
Have you ever thought about trying yoga....well now you can every Tuesday evening in Shane O’Neill’s club @ 7.00pm. You don’t need to be a particular body type or have a certain level of fitness to participate....all you need is a willing mind and a mat. The first sessions takes place this Tuesday evening, 14th January @ 7.00pm. The cost is £50 for 8 weeks and everyone is welcome.
Time for Me
The Rural Health Partnership is holding a 4 week Time for Me programme in the club, beginning on Thursday, 30th January @ 7.00pm. The programme is aimed at learning skills to relax and unwind and costs just £10 for 4 weeks which is payable on the first night. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Shane O’Neill’s Community Walkway
If you fancy burning off the turkey after Christmas, want to begin the New Year by getting fit or just want to blow away the cobwebs our community walkway is open to everyone and anyone who wishes to avail of the facility.
Lotto
Last week’s winning lotto numbers were 3, 13, 23 & 32. There were no jackpot winners 1 x match three winner. The jackpot now stands at a very impressive £5,250.
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Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Charlie Casey has paid tribute to the Newry Pike Anglers at a reception last month in the Newry Council Chamber.
The event, hosted by the Chairperson, was for their achievements at all-Ireland international club events and for their contribution within the Irish angling team.
The Newry Pike Anglers was formed in 1999 and since then has gone from strength to strength. At this year’s All Ireland Inter Club Championships in the Kingscourt area of County Cavan, the A team emerged as All Ireland Inter Club Winners 2019. They competed against teams from across the island and won with an impressive bag of 105lbs and 6oz. At the British Pike Championships in Peterborough in November two of its members also represented the club on the Irish team.
In addition, the club hosted the All Ireland Junior Pike Championship in October in local waters in the Cullyhanna area. Over 50 kids participated on the day and the event was a resounding success.
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Charlie Casey said, “Congratulations to all the members of the Newry Pike Anglers. All of you have been great ambassadors for Newry, Mourne and Down and you have helped raise our profile throughout the island of Ireland.
“You are a credit to your families, your Angling Club and to the entire community. Your passion and love for your sport allows you to be successful and I have no doubt that you will continue to go from strength to strength.”
Cllr Casey continued, “This reception is a celebration of your wins, recognition of your sporting talents and a thank you to everyone who has supported you over the years. I wish you all continued sporting successes.”
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Instonians 1’s 3-1 Newry 1’s
Newry were hoping to build on a strong start to the new year as they travelled to Instonians on Saturday with a full-strength side. It was cagey opening to the game with both sides measuring each other up with no real opportunities of note. That was until 15 minutes in when Inst won and scored from their first short corner. Newry started to come into the game more in the second quarter with McWilliams coming closest with a reverse stick short just before the break.
In the second half the visitors again were getting more joy on the attack causing Inst more problems at the back without scoring. That was until Newry won their second short corner and John Taylor dispatched a drag flick to equalise. With both teams on level terms neither side wanted to make any mistakes as the third quarter came to an end. Inst got their noses back in front early in the forth quarter from a well worked short corner. Newry bombed forward in search of another equaliser piling the pressure on. However Inst broke on the counter attack and won a short corner with two minutes remaining and duly scored to make it 3-1 and put the game beyond Newry.
Team: J. Porter, D. England, J. Greer, A. Baird, N. McKnight, J. Taylor, R. Irwin, M. Russell, C. McKnight, K. McWilliams, K. Fletcher, S. Megaw, P. McNiece, C. Large
Newry 2’s 4-2 Banbridge 4’s
Newry hosted Banbridge on Saturday in a local derby, with the home side taking all three points. Newry made a very sluggish start to the game and were made to pay with Banbridge going one up with only five minutes played when Sam Henry was beating after poor defending, Henry was making his first appearance in three years. However, the lead was short lived as the home side struck back through Darren Liggett after good work from McCullough and McCafferty. It was two shortly after when David Hogg returning from injury found Simon McCafferty in the circle who rounder the keeper and fired home.
David Hogg then got in on the act in the second half with a trade mark rocket from the top of the circle to make it three. Banbridge did pull another goal back but again the one goal deficit was short lived when Darren Liggett got his second of the day to round of a 4-2 win.
Team: S. Henry, D. Barlow, M. McCullough, J. Lawson, J. Boyd, D. Andrews, S. Blakely, P. Moffett, D. Liggett, D. Hogg, S. McCafferty, J. Whiteside, L. Harding, J. Niblock
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Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Charlie Casey attended the 2019 Ulster Tae Kwon Do Championships on Sunday 15 December 2019 at Silverbridge Resource Centre. The Championships were hosted by Cathal Fegan Schools of Tae Kwon Do in Newry and Silverbridge.
Speaking at the event, Cllr Charlie Casey said, “I would like to congratulate Cathal Fegan on hosting the Ulster Championships in Newry, Mourne and Down. It is great to see so many competitors from all corners competing in such a prestigious martial art competition and showing their skills in grit and sparring.”
At the event, the Chairperson presented an engraved bowl on behalf of the Council to Cathal, in acknowledgment of the outstanding success of the Newry and Silverbridge clubs at the Tae Kwon Do Federation European Championship and European Cup Competition held in Cork on Sunday 28 July. A total of 40 students from the clubs competed in this event, accumulating 76 European medals between them – 10 gold, 21 silver and 45 bronze.
The Chairperson continued, “The Council is proud of each and every one of the competitors, which are great ambassadors for the district, especially after winning more medals than any other club on the island of Ireland at the European Championships. Success doesn’t come easily, it takes a lot of hard work and determination and we are very proud of these young people. I have no doubt that members within Newry and Silverbridge Tae Kwon Do clubs will continue to win many more medals in the future.”
Cathal Fegan said, “I would like to thank Newry, Mourne and Down District Council for the recognition and it was a great honour to the have the Chairperson, Councillor Charlie Casey at the event. The Club is very grateful for the continuous support they receive from the Council the students, their families.”
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Newry, Mourne and Down District Council in association with the Sports Association Newry, Down and South Armagh (SANDSA) have launched the 2020 NMD Sports Awards and they are now open for nominations from the public.
The Awards aim to celebrate the remarkable achievements of our local sporting community. With so many exceptional achievements racked up by sporting stars across the district, competition will be notable for the 11 awards on offer as we recognise the amazing accomplishments of our local stars throughout 2019.
The awards will also pay tribute to the efforts of our coaches, volunteers, mentors, teachers and parents who help make Newry, Mourne and Down District Council a healthy and active district.
Award Categories
Junior Club Team of the Year
Senior Club Team of the Year
Sportsperson/Team of the Year with a Disability
Life-Time Services to Sport
Young Sport Volunteer of the Year
Senior Sport Volunteer of the Year
Disability Coach of the Year
Technical Official of the Year
Coach of the Year
Junior Sportsperson of the Year
Senior Sportsperson of the Year
Speaking at the launch, Chairperson of Newry, Mourne and Down District Council, Councillor Charlie Casey said, “The Council will continue to support the sporting communities of the district to empower and enable sports clubs to develop and deliver sporting experiences so that our citizens can enjoy an active lifestyle, from grass roots to high performance. Consequently, it’s vital that the Council acknowledge the high level of sporting performance and achievements of our local stars.”
The prestigious awards are open to nominations from all sports clubs, local organisations, or simply a sports fan, within our district. You can get nomination forms from:
The closing date for entries is: 4pm, Thursday 30 January 2020. Nominations can be returned to either Newry or Down Leisure Centre or emailed to: leisureandsport@nmandd.org
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The season has commenced for Newry AC with athletes hitting Indoor Track events in Ireland and Scotland this week and the Trails of Gosford Forest in Markethill.
NIA LIVE SERIES, ABBOTTSTOWN - DUBLIN
On Tuesday evening, Mark Malone and Joanne McCauley travelled to the NIA Live Series at the National Indoor Arena in Abbottstown, Dublin.This the third meet of the series was sold out with large fields of athletes in graded heats.Joanne continued her strong track form and took on the 60m, notching a new PB of 8.92 seconds. She also raced the 200m recording an indoor PB of 29.88 seconds and taking a hard earned third place in the heat.Mark returned to the track and took on a strong field of runners in the first heat of the mile event. The mile is a gruelling eight laps of an indoor track. Mark ran a consistently paced race and was well pleased to complete in a time of 4:51.22.The next Series Meet is 28th January which is highly likely to sell out.
SCOTTISH NATIONAL ATHLETICS OPEN CHAMPIONSHIPS, EMIRATES ARENA, GLASGOW
Newry AC plus supporters (Coach Kookie O’Hagan/Aine Fegan/ Kevin Doran/Paul le Blanc/Caroline Hamilton) made their annual pilgrimage to the Scottish Nationals at the weekend.8 athletes took on a variety of events from 60m through to 1,500m over a packed timetable on Saturday.Track Performances to note would be Club Juniors Clodagh Doran and Grace Hamilton, as well as Club Master Gavin Crilly.In Group F, Clodagh had a fantastic race storming confidently around the track to complete in 2:45.25 and take 1st in her heat.
Overall, Clodagh finished a well earned 4th in Group F. This was an 11 second PB and a very promising start to the track season for Clodagh.The youngest Newry AC athlete to take part was Grace Hamilton. Grace raced in a very competitive Group M 200m and completed in 30.55.Club Master, Gavin Crilly was placed against a young field of U20 athletes in Group C of the 1,500m. The young athletes took the pace out very hard and fast but Gavin’s race experience showed and he worked his way expertly through a tiring field to finish 2nd in his heat in a time of 4:53.44. This gave him a 2nd place overall position in Group C.
Full results
800m- Clodagh Doran -Group F - 2:45.25 (1st in heat & PB);
Meadow McCauley - Group C - 2:37.18.
60m- Joanne McCauley -Group G - 8.98 seconds.
400m- Joanne McCauley -Group E Heat 2 - 68.27 seconds (1st in heat & Indoor PB).
Anna Fegan - Group E Heat 3 - 70:30 seconds.
1,500m- Group B Hughie Mackin 4:47.74 and John McCaffrey 4:48.57.
Group C - Gavin Crilly - 4:53.44 (2nd in heat & 2nd in Group overall). Anna Fegan - 6:13.08.
200m- Group J - Joanne McCauley 30:13 seconds; Group L - Grace Hamilton- 30.55 seconds.
BORN2RUN 5K TRAIL RACE, GOSFORD FOREST PARK, MARKETHILL
Well done to Jonny Gregg, Sarah Jane Beattie and Chloe O’Hare who took part in the Born2Run 5k Race at Gosford Forest Park on Saturday.Jonny Gregg finished 5th Overall 17:36; Sarah Jane Beattie 35th Overall 23:29 and Chloe O’Hare 45th Overall 24:55.
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Big Breakfast and Registration Morning
The club is organising a Big Breakfast and Registration morning on Sunday 9th February in the club-rooms. All players must be registered so why not come along that morning and get yourself registered whilst having a good hearty breakfast at the same time. The registration rates for 2020 are as follows:
£100 - Adult playing member (payable in 4 monthly instalments of £25), with a 50% reduction for Cairde members
£50 - Non-playing adult members and students, with a 50% reduction for Cairde members
£30 - Minor to U8’s, OAP’s
£10 - U6’s
£100 - Family membership (2 adults & minimum 2 children)
Underage Training Schedule
U5 - Bessbrook Community Centre - Tuesday @ 6.00pm
U7 - Bessbrook Community Centre - Friday @ 6.00pm
U9 - Bessbrook Community Centre - Friday @ 7.00pm
U11 & U13 Boys - Sacred Heart Boxing Club - Wednesday @ 7.00pm
U12 & U14 Girls - Cloughreagh Community Centre - Monday @ 8.00pm
Gaelic Youth Club
Saturday morning saw our first Gaelic Youth Club take place in St Paul’s High School. The youth club continues every Saturday morning from 10.00am - 11.30am and all boys and girls from ages 5 to 12 are welcome to attend.
Well Done
Well done to Aoibhe Byrne, Paige Beattie, Sarah McGuinness and Katie Feehan who are all part of the Armagh U13 County Academy and took part in their first training session on Sunday morning.
Last Man Standing
The second round of our The Last Man Standing competition took place at the weekend and again it saw a lot of fallers. The next round of fixtures, for those left in, will take place this coming Tuesday, Wednesday and a Thursday night so team selections will be needed asap.
Armagh GAA Club Draw
The very successful Armagh GAA Club draw is running again in 2020. The draw takes place over 4 months - March, April, May and June - with 16 prizes on offer each month. The first prize each month is £10k, right down to a 16th prize of £200.
Tickets are priced at £100 each with £80 from every ticket going directly to the club after we reach our minimum target of sales. They can be bought by paying the £100 up front or 4 monthly instalments of £25 per month.
Tickets can be purchased from any of our committee members and the more tickets we sell, the more money the club raises. We are encouraging all our club members, families and friends to purchase a ticket either individually or maybe as a group of 4 friends or family members clubbing together at £25 each.
It is a brilliant opportunity to raise much needed funds for the club whilst also being in with a chance of winning some fantastic prizes.
Yoga at the Shane’s
Have you ever thought about trying yoga....well now you can every Tuesday evening in Shane O’Neill’s club @ 7.00pm. You don’t need to be a particular body type or have a certain level of fitness to participate....all you need is a willing mind and a mat. The first sessions takes place this Tuesday evening, 21st January @ 7.00pm. The cost is £50 for 8 weeks and everyone is welcome.
Time for Me
The Rural Health Partnership is holding a 4 week Time for Me programme in the club, beginning on Thursday, 30th January @ 7.00pm. The programme is aimed at learning skills to relax and unwind and costs just £10 for 4 weeks which is payable on the first night. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Thank -You
The club would like to thank our former footballer and now Australian resident Ronan McAnulty who took time out during his visit home to present the club with underage training tops on behalf of his company, DRT Civil. The club would like to thank Ronan for his continued and greatly appreciated support of the Shane’s and we wish him and his family a safe trip back ‘Down Under’.
Club Volunteers
The club is always seeking new volunteers to come along and lend a hand, whether it be coaching/managing/mentoring our underage teams, washing strips, marking the field, selling lotto, helping to fundraise, doing the bar, cutting the grass. There are so many things you could do at the club, so if you want to be involved just speak to any committee member.
Lotto
Last week’s winning lotto numbers were 7, 13, 24 & 30. There were no jackpot winners 1 x match three winner. The jackpot now stands at a very impressive £5,350.
Advertising Signs
The club is currently selling advertising signs for around the pitch. If any businesses are interested in having their business advertised at Shane O’Neill’s and would like to purchase a sign please PM our Facebook page or contact any committee member.
Club Bar
The club bar is now available for functions - parties, christenings etc. Please contact Noel McTaggart for more details.
And Finally....
Who’s the senior footballer who hiked to the top of Sliabh Foy on Sunday morning before resting up for a well-deserved cup of tea. Out came the flask of hot water, the container of milk, the sandwiches, the biscuits but low and behold....not a tea bag in sight - rookie mistake Bomber.
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Underage Presentation
Craobh Rua Underage Presentation night took place on Saturday past in St Pauls School Bessbrook. The event was once again a celebration of the achievements, commitment and gifts of all our young hurlers.Míle buíochas to all our young hurlers, their parents and guardians and their coaches for the great year that our Club has enjoyed because of them.Craobh Rua would like to thank all who helped ensure that we had a successful presentation night.
Recipient of the annual ‘Paddy Quinn’ Memorial Trophy - Niall Elshaw
Recipient of the annual Richard Hughes Shield - Paudie Tavey
Camloch Village Collection
Our ‘Bucket’ collection in Camloch village will be held on Saturday 8th February starting at 9am. Coiste member Donna Tavey is rota coordinator and we would ask that any player, club member or supporter who wishes to give an hour for this important fundraising event, contact her as soon as possible.
‘Introduction To Hurling Coaching’
Coming up this Tuesday 21st January is another great opportunity for anyone interested in taking part in an ‘Introduction to Hurling Coaching’ session in Armagh Leisure Centre at 8pm.
Those who participated in previous sessions had a very enjoyable and informative experience. Anyone wishing to get further information about this event should contact Fiachra Bradley.
‘Healthy Club Project’
Following our clubs successful selection to be involved in Phase 4 of The Healthy Club Project, two representatives from the Club will be attending the National Orientation day in Croke Park on Saturday 1st February.
Craobh Rua are committed to continuing to ensure the issues of Health & Emotional Well Being are promoted throughout our Club. Eamon McCann addressed the recent Underage Presentations and talked of initiatives he and Craobh Rua wished to pursue in the months ahead.
Armagh GAA Club Draw
The Armagh GAA Club draw is raking place again 2020 and tickets are now on sale.Anyone wishing to purchase a ticket should contact a committee member or send a message through our Craobh Rua Facebook Page or Twitter AccountThe draw takes place over 4 months - March, April, May and June - with 16 prizes on offer each month. The first prize each month is £10k, right down to a 16th prize of £200.Tickets are priced at £100 each with £80 from every ticket going directly to our club after we reach our minimum target of sales.The tickets can be bought by paying the £100 up front or 4 monthly instalments of £25 per month.Tickets can be purchased from any of our committee members.We encourage all our club members, families and friends to purchase a ticket either individually or maybe as a group of 4 friends or family members clubbing together at £25 each.This is a brilliant opportunity to raise much needed funds for Craobh Rua club whilst also being in with a chance of winning some fantastic prizes.
HIIT & GO Boot Camp
The highly successful Bootcamps begin again this Monday 6th January.
Timetable
(Evenings)Monday & Wednesday 6:30pm to 7:15pm
(Mornings) Tuesday & Thursday 6:15am to 7am
Saturday 9am
Contact
Fiachra Bradley 07799304062
Blaine Hughes 07738009856
Cost
4Week Bootcamp £40
Or Pay As a you Go £4
Further Information @CraobhRuaGym Facebook Page
Ulster GAA Training
St Paul’s High School, Bessbrook – Thursday 23rd January
Ulster GAA Council will be hosting a ‘Creating A Safer Club‘ Workshop night and any member or Club Officer interested one attending should contact Craobh Rua Club secretary Pat McGinn.
The ‘creating a safer club’ training is open to specific role holders and all appropriate members.Venue – St Paul’s High School, Bessbrook – Thursday 23rd January 6:30pm -9pm·
Creating a Safe Club·
Doing Things Right – Good Governance in your GAA Club·
Upholding disciplinary rules and procedures·
Health & Wellbeing
Coiste Meetings
Full Coiste February Meeting Wednesday 12th Feb 7pm
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Full Coiste March Meeting Wednesday 11th March 7pm
Comhbhrón
An Coiste, members, players and all involved with Craobh Rua extend our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Michael Garvey Cullyhanna Road Newtownhamilton. The Garvey family have had a long relationship with our club.
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Armagh got off to the best possible start in their 2020 Division Two Allianz National Football League campaign to beat Cavan with new kid on the block, Clan Éireann's Conor Turbitt scoring an incredible goal and six points.
Conor who was making his first league appearance really was on fire, scoring his first point in the first minute of the game as well as a goal just a minute into the second half.
Armagh had a comprehensive win over Cavan with a 13 point lead at the final whistle.
A crowd of 4,466 turned out to the Athletic Grounds, Armagh for the first round clash. The game was preceeded with a minutes silence for Seamus Mallon who died on Friday.
Armagh led from start to finish with Cavan never looking hungry enough to stage a comeback. Only for a messy Cavan goal in the second half with four players ending up in the net along with the ball, the gap would have been even greater.
Stefan Campbell added another goal 30 minutes in thanks to a penalty to put his tally at 1:2. Three points each from Rory Grugan and Oisin O'Neill, two from Rian O'Neill and points from Niall Grimley and Aidan Forker all contributed to the final tally of 2:18 to Cavan's 1:8.
The Allianz National Football League continues next Saturday at 6pm with an away game to Portlaoise.
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