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The players listed below are invited to attend a trial / training session for the Down U15 ETS Football panel in Ballykinlar GAC, this Saturday 29th February 2020.
Players should be present in Ballykinlar for 10.15am registration.
Note: It is essential that clubs confirm if their players will / will not be attending no later than 1pm on Thursday.
Aaron Downey
Newry Bosco
Aidan Muckian
Aghaderg
Anton Poacher
Shamrocks
Ben Christie
Bredagh
Brian Grant
Mayobridge
Caelim Murphy
Attical
Callum McLeod
Carryduff
Callum Valentine
Loughinisland
Callum Woods
Burren
Callum Zych
Ardglass
Caolum Smith
Glasdrumman
Caomhin McDevitt
Newry Bosco
Cathal Rushe
Ballyholland
Charlie O Hare
Burren
Chris Brannigann
Saul
Chris Kelly McEvoy
Liatroim
Cian Duffy`
Carryduff
Cian Roberts
Saul
Conal McKinley
Burren
Conall Bell
Bright
Conor Egan
Tullylish
Conor McVeigh
Castlewellan
Conor Pollard
Mayobridge
Cormac McCartan
Dundrum
Curtis McCaugherty
Teconnaught
Dan Smyth
Loughinisland
Daniel Carlin
Bredagh
Daniel McPolin
Clonduff
Daniel Montgomery
Bredagh
Daniel Savage
Loughinisland
Danny Cunningham
Mayobridge
Dara McCrickard
Liatriom
Dara Mussen
Burren
Dara og McCoy
Newry Bosco
Daragh Sloan
Attical
Darren Colgan
Atticall
Declan McArdle
Carryduff
Denis Kerr
Clann na Banna
Donagh Murdock
Burren
Eoin Blaney
Carryduff
Eoin Murray
Bryansford
Evan Malcolmson Doyle
Rostervor
Fionn Brown
Clonduff
Haydn Tumilty
Bosco
Jack Dee
Tullylish
Jack McVeigh
Glasdrumman
James McNeill-Keenan
Annaclone
James McVeigh
Bryansford
James O’Donnell
Bredagh
James Savage
Loughinisland
Joe Brolly
Bredagh
Joe McLoughlin
Burren
Joseph Doherty
Carryduff
Kieron Gribben
Liatriom
Kieron McNeill
Annaclone
Lewis Green
Downpatrick
Mark Guerin
Bredagh
Matt Boyle
Darragh Cross
Matthew Armstrong
Bredagh
Matthew Harty
Dundrum
Matthew McGuiness
Ballyholland
Nathan Buckley
Ballymartin
Niall Burden
Longstone
Niall Morrison
Downpatrick RGU
Odhran Hynes
Kilcoo
Odhran Macauley
Burren
Odhran O'Prey
Loughinisland
Oisin Hardy
Bosco
Oisin McGurk
Carryduff
Oran Donaldson
Carryduff
Oran McAleenan
An Riocht
Patrick Brady
Bryansford
Ronan Downey
Burren
Ronan Houston
Castlewellan
Ronan Sands
Aghaderg
Rory McCamphill
Bredagh
Ryan Sherry
Carryduff
Sean McGarry
Bredagh
Sean O’Neill
Castlewellan
Seanan McEvoy
Saval
Senan Magone
Mayobridge
Thomas Braniff
Darragh Cross
Tom Boden
Dundrum
Zack Curran
An Riocht
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Newry, Mourne and Down District Council in association with the Sports Association Newry, Mourne and Down (SANDSA) announced the winners of its sports awards for 2020 at a ceremony last night (5 March) in Newcastle.
The event celebrates the success of local sporting stars and volunteers in the district and their achievements in 2019. A special guest on the night was former Liverpool goalkeeper Bruce Grobbelaar.
Speaking at the event, Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Charlie Casey recognised the achievements of the local sporting stars and volunteers.
’’The NMD Sports Awards pay tribute to the efforts of coaches, volunteers, mentors, teachers, parents and everyone who has played such a significant role in enabling our sporting stars accomplishments,” he said. “The Council will continue to support the sporting communities throughout the district. We aim to empower and enable individuals and sports clubs to develop and deliver sporting experiences so that our citizens can enjoy an active lifestyle, from grass roots to high performance.’’
NMD Sports Awards 2020 Winners
Neil McCracken, General Sales Manager from Phoenix Natural Gas, sponsor of the Young Sport Volunteer of the Year award said “The NMD Sports Awards help shine a spotlight on some of the unsung heroes that give up their time each week to make sport available and accessible in the local community.
That sense of community spirit is important to us at Phoenix Natural Gas and aligns with our ethos of adding value to the communities we serve. We would like to congratulate Niall for the recognition he has received as winner of the Young Sports Volunteer of the Year and a huge well done to all the other winners and shortlisted finalists.”
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Shane’s Girls Gaelic
Next Saturday, 14th March, sees our Shane’s Girls Gaelic programme commence at the club from 10.00am - 11.15am.
Shane’s Girls Gaelic is essentially for girls between the ages of 8 and 13 years, who have never played the sport before or who ar not a member of a club. It will take place over a 5 week period where the girls are introduced not only to a new sport and skill set, but more importantly at this age, new friends and potential team-mates in a safe, fun and friendly environment.
Each week several experienced coaches, some of whom are currently playing senior ladies football with Shane O’Neill’s and Armagh, will take the training sessions. The cost is £25 for the 5-week programme which covers 5 sessions, a Shane’s Girls Gaelic top and a certificate on completion. Girls can register on the first morning of the programme. Water, juice, fruit and snacks will also be provided each week inside the clubhouse afterwards while the girls relax and enjoy some music and chat. The programme will conclude with a 3-day Easter Gaelic Camp on April 15th, 16th & 17th.
For further information please contact David Muckian on 07900 036958.
Annual Senior Awards Night
The club’s annual senior awards night will take place in the clubhouse on Saturday 28th March at 7.30pm.
Registration Morning
The club is holding a registration morning in the club next Sunday morning, 15th March, from 10.00am - 12 midday. All those who have not registered yet are asked to do so next Sunday because for insurance purposes it is vitally important that all players, at all age groups, both boys and girls, are registered. All managers are also asked to attend to help with the registration of their teams.
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 U7’s, OAP’s
£10 - U5’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 @ 7.00pm
U16 Girls - Cloughreagh Community Centre - Wednesday @ 7.00pm
All new boys and girls at any of these age groups are welcome to attend.
Senior Men
Our senior men begin their 2020 league campaign with a home game against Tir na nOg on Sunday 5th April.
U16 Girls
Following last weeks Championship draw our U16 girls have been paired against Clonmore.
U14 Boys Féile
Next Saturday, 14th March, sees our U14 boys amalgamation of Patrick Rankins play Cullyhanna in the Féile Cup. The game is scheduled to throw-in at 11.00am in Camlough.
U14 Girls
Our U14 girls have been drawn against Wolfe Tones in the Championship.
U12 Girls Manager
The club are currently looking for U12 girls manager. If anyone interested in taking in the position please speak to any of our committee members.
Gaelic Youth Club
Next Saturday morning our Gaelic Youth Club will continue at the field. The club runs from 10.00am - 11.30am and all boys and girls from ages 5 to 12 are welcome to attend.
Well Done
Well done to Aine Byrne and Niamh Muckian who both took part in the the halftime game during the Armagh v Meath senior ladies match in the Athletic Grounds on Sunday.
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.
The deadline for the return of the GAA Club Draw tickets is fast approaching. Anyone who has sold tickets but has yet to return them MUST do so on Monday 9th March from 7.30pm at the clubhouse.
Yoga at the Shane’s
Yoga continues every Tuesday evening in the Shane club @ 7.00pm and everyone is very welcome to come along. Kids Yoga continues on Wednesday in the club at 4.15pm for ages 3 - 6 and 5.30pm for ages 7 - 11. All boys and girls these age groups are very welcome to attend.
Kids Dance Classes
Kids dance classes will begin in the club on Tuesday 3rd March from 5.30pm - 6.30pm.
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 1, 13, 22 & 26. There were no jackpot winners and 1 x match three winners. The jackpot now stands at a very impressive £5,650.
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.
SHANES NOTES 2 March 2020
Club Registration
For those who haven’t managed to register yet another couple of registration events will be held over the coming weeks. For insurance purposes it Is vitally important that all players, at all age groups, both boys and girls, are registered.
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 U7’s, OAP’s
£10 - U5’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 @ 7.00pm
U16 Girls - Cloughreagh Community Centre - Wednesday @ 7.00pm
All new boys and girls at any of these age groups are welcome to attend.
U12 Girls Manager
The club are currently looking for U12 girls manager. If anyone interested in taking in the position please speak to any of our committee members.
Gaelic Youth Club
Next Saturday morning sees our Gaelic Youth Club move outside to the field. The club runs from 10.00am - 11.30am and all boys and girls from ages 5 to 12 are welcome to attend.
Mental Health & Well-being Talk - Alcohol, Drugs & Addiction Awareness Evening
Shane O'Neills Gaelic Football Club, in partnership with our neighbouring Carrickcruppen GFC & Craobh Rua Camlocha Hurling Club, is hosted a very successful Drink, Drug and Addiction awareness evening last Thursday in St Pauls High School.
It proved to be a very informative, inspiring and thought provoking event and great credit must go to all the speakers for sharing their real life experiences with everyone in attendance. Well done to all those who helped to organise the event, to the Friends of Cuan Mhuire for facilitating it and to St Paul’s for the use of their facilities.
Street Collection
The club would like would like to thank all those who contributed to our street collection in Camlough village on Saturday and a special word of thanks to the hardy volunteers who stood out in the inclement weather.
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.
The deadline for the return of the GAA Club Draw tickets is fast approaching. Anyone who has sold tickets but has yet to return them can do so on Monday night at the club from 7.30pm. For those people with tickets still to sell, they must be returned to the club no later than Monday 9th March.
Yoga at the Shane’s
Yoga continues every Tuesday evening in the Shane club @ 7.00pm and everyone is very welcome to come along. Kids Yoga continues on Wednesday in the club at 4.15pm for ages 3 - 6 and 5.30pm for ages 7 - 11. All boys and girls these age groups are very welcome to attend.
Kids Dance Classes
Kids dance classes will begin in the club on Tuesday 3rd March from 5.30pm - 6.30pm.
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 10, 12, 28 & 32. There were no jackpot winners and 1 x match three winners. The jackpot now stands at a very impressive £5,600.
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.
Cairde Sheáin Uí Néill
Cairde Sheáin Uí Néill is a brilliant way for people to make a real contribution to the future development of the club. For as little as £10 per month you can make a real difference and play a vital role in the club moving forward. Being a member of our Cairde scheme will also entitle you to a 50% discount on club membership, with all new members being entitled to a unique Cairde Sheáin Uí Néill jacket. For further information on how to join the scheme please contact any committee member. We would also like to take this opportunity to thank all our current Cairde members - your continued support is greatly appreciated.
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Games/Activities
Féile
Our young Féile team last weekend faced neighbours Killeavy and both teams put up battling displays in very testing conditions. Comhghairdeas to Killeavy on their win and we wish them well in the next round. Our young group of hurlers put in a tremendous effort and showed great promise.
Senior Team
Our senior team faced Clonduff in their first game of the year. We thank all who helped organise the game and Clonduff for hosting it. Senior training continues this Tuesday night.
Our first round league match is pencilled in for Sunday March 22nd.
Armagh u17
Craobh Rua hurlers Paddy McVerry, Ronan McAllister, Brian McCann, Jody Crilly all were involved in the Armagh u17 game last week.
Armagh GAA Club Draw
All Sold Draw tickets & monies should be left with Peter O Hanlon/Patricia Nutley. They will be in the Club this Monday 9th March 8pm.
Rua Ógs U7.5 Hurling & Camogie
(Primary 1,23)
Each Monday 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Venue :St Pauls School Gymnasium Hall
Team Coaches/Management
Órla McCaula, Caroline O Callaghan, Micheal Bradley
Blitz Dates
Blitz Details will he communicated by Coaches/Team Management
Under 9.5 (Primary 4 & 5)
Each Monday 6:30pm to 7pm
Venue: St Pauls School (Sports Hall)
Team Coaches/Management
John Kelly
James McCartan
Blitz Dates
Sunday March 1st
Blitz Details will he communicated by Coaches/Team Management
Under 11.5 (Primary 6&7)
Each Monday 6pm to 7pm
Venue :Camlough Rovers 3G
Team Coaches/Management
Joe McEldowney
Sean Cunningham
Armagh Under 11.5 League Begins in March
Under 13
Each Monday 6pm to 7pm
Venue: Camlough Rovers 3G
Team Coach/Manager
Fiachra Bradley
Armagh League Under 13 Matches & Táin Óg League games begin in March
Craobh Rua Gym
Monday 6:30pm to 7:15pm
Mixed HIIT Circuits
Tuesday 7pm- 8pm Pilates
As part of our ‘40 days of fitness’ we have secured a Pilates class for Tuesday nights from 7-8pm.
We have an excellent deal on this with 6 classes for £25
To secure your place within the session contact Craobh Rua Gym
Wednesday 6:30pm to 7:15pm
Women Only HIIT Circuits
Wednesday 7:30pm to 8:15pm
Men Only Strength & Conditioning
Thursday 6:30pm to 7pm
Older Men’s Strength Conditioning
Friday
Saturday 9am to 9:45am
Mixed HIIT Circuits
Further Information @CraobhRuaGym Facebook Page
Contact Fiachra 07799304062
Contact Blaine 07783009586
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Shinken Shobu Ryu Judo club member John McKinney recently brought his bronze medal from the Inaugural Adaptive Judo Open competition to the club's Sunday morning session at Warrenpoint Enterprise Centre.
Eddie Donnan, who got his 1st Dan black belt in his 70's, was there to congratulate him along with Dermot McCaul from the club.
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Dale Farm have announced plans to fund four iconic sporting bodies and player development programmes in a bid to create a meaningful legacy across grassroots sports locally.
Ulster GAA, Irish Football Association, Queen’s Sport and Athletics NI will benefit from financial support and an official supply of Dale Farm Protein Milk to fuel athletes and players.
Dale Farm Protein Milk has been announced as the official named sponsor of the Ulster GAA Minor Football League and the IFA’s Harry Cavan Youth Cup, nurturing the development of rising stars as well as the Official Protein Milk Supplier to Athletics Northern Ireland’s Youth Academy. This adds to their existing sponsorship of Queen’s University Gaelic Games and Elite Athlete Programme.
Dale Farm has a long history of investing in sports and activities that promote a healthy lifestyle. The company first stepped into the sports nutrition arena in 2015 with the launch of its innovative fresh protein milk product and has since doubled its product portfolio in response to consumer demand with the addition of two new flavours, Coffee and Madagascan Vanilla.
Dale Farm Protein Milk is a fresh milk product with 25g protein per 500ml and only 1% fat as well as all the vital vitamins and minerals of regular milk.
Speaking about the announcement, Senior Brand Manager, Dale Farm, Aisling Bremner said “To be an official partner to four sporting organisations that touch the lives of communities across Northern Ireland is a proud moment for Dale Farm.
“Grassroot partnerships are the cornerstone of our sports development strategy and these sponsorships are an ideal fit for Dale Farm, given our nutrition and wellbeing is at the core of our business.
“Ulster GAA, IFA, Queen’s Sport and Athletics NI are an integral part of everyday life for many people who live here and, like them, Dale Farm is rooted in the community. Indeed, our cooperative is owned by 1,300 local farmers who supply us with milk.
“We understand that athletes and players from a young age train to a very high standard, and we passionately believe they will benefit from Dale Farm Protein Milk from a nutritional perspective and now through this strategic sponsorship programme.”
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The GAA have suspended all events until 29 March in light of the Coronavirus pandemic.
In a statement a spokesperson said "In light of this morning’s Government announcement, the GAA, An Cumann Camógaíochta and the Ladies Gaelic Football Association have decided to suspend all activity at club, county and educational levels until March 29 (inclusive) from midnight."
Several local clubs have already issued notification of their intention to close and the rest are expected to follow.
Notifications already announced include Newry Bosco, Shane O'Neiil's, Lissummon, Newry Shamrocks and Crossmaglen Rangers.
Locally it will affect the Armagh v Roscommon and Down v Leitrim National Football League fixtures, Armagh v Cavan and Down v Laois Ladies Football fixture, as well as hurling and the Schools Macrory Cup Final between St Colman's and St PAtrick's Maghera.
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Club Activties Suspended
Due to the ongoing Coronavirus situation and in line with the latest advice issued by the GAA, all club activities including games, training and team gatherings at all ages and grades, have been suspended until 29 March. Please keep an eye on our social media outlets for further updates.
Stay Safe
In these unprecedented times we are encouraging everyone to look after themselves and to look after others. Shane O’Neill’s is a vital part of the local community and we will continue to play our part during this difficult period. If anyone in the local community needs any groceries, prescriptions collected or any other help in the coming weeks please make contact with any of our committee members and we will be more than happy to help. The club are continuing to put together food hampers for those in need and committee members are meeting at the club tomorrow night at 7.00pm should anyone wish to donate anything for inclusion in a hamper.
Physio Required
Despite the cancellation of all club activities we are still on the look out for a physio for our senior team. If anyone is interested, or knows of anyone who would be interested in coming onboard please contact Brendy Osborne on 07543 806274.
Last Man Standing
Our Last Man Standing competition came down to the final two with Paul Mallon and Brendan Fitzpatrick agreeing to split the winnings between, with both of the lads collecting £500 each. Well done to Paul and Brendan and the club would like to thank all those who entered and to all hide who helped organise the fundraiser.
Lotto
Last weeks winning lotto numbers were 9, 18, 21 & 29. There were no jackpot winners and 1 x lucky dip winner. The jackpot now stands at an impressive £5700.
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Statement from GAA HQ
All club, county and educational activities have been suspended until March 29 (inclusive). This includes all games, training and team gatherings at all ages and all grades.
An Coiste Craobh Rua expect that all the above instructions are adhered to by Club players,coaches & mentors & members.
Fanacht sábháilte /Stay Safe
Stay safe and let’s all do our part to beat this virus by preventing its spreading. Our Club is part of this community and will play whatever role is needed to ensure that we promote and encourage the health and well being of all.
We are committed to quietly and appropriately watch out for ourselves, our families, friends and neighbours.
Le Chéile (Together) is the Craobh Rua battlecry and now more than ever we need to work together in a spirit of care and responsibility.
Lá fhéile Pádraig sona dhaoibh
We wish all a Happy & Safe St Patricks Day.
Advice Courtesy of Extern
During this time of heightened stress, it’s essential that we care for ourselves and manage our anxiety.
Although we may not be able to choose exactly how coronavirus impacts our community, we can choose how we respond to it emotionally.
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