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This game was a must win game for Down after a disappointing start to their Campaign and with Roscommon on 1pt in the division a win for them would have set them in good stead for the remaining games .
The game itself was delayed 15mins because of the huge numbers attending a St Patricks Day parade in the town Centre causing both officials and the Roscommon team to be delayed.
It was a fairly cold day with the breezee blowing down the pitch towards the Canal Terrace and Down started the half with the wind advantage .
Roscommon started the game looking the liveliest of the two teams and Down were not able to get out of their own half for the first five minutes but the Roscommon men were not able to convert their dominance into scores and were only able to get one score on the board despite all ther pressure that score coming from Gerry Fallon
Down did eventually settle into the game and with 2 points from Branniff and one each for Coyle and Danny Toner they began to ease into the game
Roscommon still held a strangle hold in midfield and added 2 point to their tally both coming from Adrain Murphy who was a late replacement for Cillian Egan .
Down then got a grip of the game and had a purple patch with points coming from Johnston, D Toner, Savage, and another 2 from Braniff sandwiched in between by a goal from Danny Toner when he out caught the defender and turned leaving him bearing down on the Roscommon net and he duly dispatced to the roof of the net with a great finish.
Roscommon did respond with scores from Kelly and Lawlor and Cathal Kelly they could not contain this Down side when they got into their stride and Down finished the half with points from Braniff and Johnston . Just before the sides went in for Halftime Down added their second goal a long ball was played in from Ciaran Coulter and as it rebounded of the upright Magic Johnston as he is fondly known was on hand to gather up the loose ball and finish superbly to the net leaving Down firmly in Control at the break
Down 2.12 Roscommon 0.09
Down Started the second half in similar fashion and with another four from Braniff were very much in control Roscommon to their credit kept plugging away and had a goal chance very well saved by Mc Nally in the Down goal and the resulting 65 was hit wide
Cathal Kelly who was playing quite well for Roscommon added a point for them to take them to 10 points but they would not score again until the last five minutes .
Down had two great scores from Michael Ennis who had eventually got a foothold at midfield and they also had points from Braniff 0.02 Johnston and Turley who had come on as a sub to stretch their lead
With five minutes remaining Roscommon had a goal and a 2points from Cathal Kelly who was their best player on the day
Down finished with a point from another one of their substitutions Paul Sheehan to wrap up the scoring and leave Down with their first points from this years Div 2b campaign
All in all a good result for Down and the game was won in the period before half time when they were totally in control of everything but the weather and even a torrential shower of hailstones before the halftime whistle could not spoil the party for them
Player of the Match would have to go to Paul Braniff who it must be said is a joy to watch when he is in this sort of form he scored 9tts from frees some of them 80yards from the opposing goal and his workrate and strength in comanding the centre half forward position was brilliant to see Paul also chipped in with three points from play This man could play on any hurling team in Ireland and not be overshadowed and his consistency over the game had much to do with Down gaining the points in this vital home game
Final Score: Down 2.24 Roscommon 1.12
Referee: John Keenan (Cill Mhantáin)
ROSCOMMON TEAM
01. Padraig Dolan
02 Ian Delaney
03 Dermot Shortt
04 Declan Leonard
05 Shane Curley
06 Micheál Kelly
07 Sean Melia
08. John Moran
09. Gerry Fallon 0.01
10. Jamie Lawlor 0.01
11. Declan Nolan
12 Cathal Kelly 1.06
13. Cormac Kelly 0.01
14. Ronan O'Meara
17 Adrain Murphy 0.03
DOWN TEAM
1 Paddy McNally
2 Matthew Conlan
3 Patrick Hughes
4 Conor O'Prey
5 Ben Toner
6 Ciaran Coulter
7 Fintan Conway
8 Andy Savage 0.01
9 Michael Ennis 0.02
23 Eoin Clarke
11 Paul Braniff © 12 pts
12 Kevin McGarry
13 Danny Toner 1,02
14 Gareth Johnston 1.03
15 James Coyle 0.02
subs Paul Sheehan 0.01 Michael Turley 0.01
Report: Paul Rooney
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New Football Field / Pairc Imeartha Nua
Our new field development at Dorans Hill Newry is really taking shape with all foundation level work almost completed by Gibson Bros ready for a handover to the Pitch contractor in the next 2 weeks who will then begin work on the new playing surface.
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U14s Feile
The U14’s are competing in the Feile on Easter Monday 1st April. Several of the mentors are unavailable and Kenny Carneige is on his own. Are there any mentors who are available to give Kenny and the U13’s a hand please? This is an important competition for the team especially in our Golden Jubilee Year – if you’re available get in touch with Kenny.
Gaeltacht Scholarships
Beidh Coiste Chontae an Dúin ag ofráil Scolaireachtaí Gaeltachta arís i mbliana do dhaltaí scoile atá ag freastal ar Choláiste Gaeltachta sa Samhradh. Cuirfear na foirmeacha ar fáil ag tús Mí Aibreáin ag is é an dáta dhruidim ná 17ú Aibreáin. Is féidir leat an fhoirm a íoslodáil ó shuíomh an Dúin nó ceann a fháil ó Rúnaí do chlub. Ní mór duit a bheith i do bhall den CLG chun scolaireacht a fháil. Cuirfear na daltaí tríd agallamh ghairid i Mí Bealtaine agus bronnfar na Scolaireachtaí ag tús Mí Meithimh.
The Down County board will be awarding scholarships to children attending a Gaeltacht Summer College in Donegal this summer. The scholarship will be made available to all club members who wish to apply. All applicants must be GAA members. The application forms will be made available through the Down GAA website and club secretaries from March 20th, Interview process will take place in the Castlewellan in mid May , with successful applicants being awarded their scholarships at the beginning of June.
Newry City Half Marathon
Reminder - entry forms and sponsorship cards for those taking part in the Newry City Half Marathon on Sunday 26th May are available in the Social Club.
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New Football Field / Páirc Imeartha Nua
Our new field development at Dorans Hill Newry is really taking shape with all foundation level work almost completed by Gibson Bros ready for a handover to the Pitch contractor in the next 2 weeks who will then begin work on the new playing surface.
We’d like to take this opportunity to thank Cairde Chor Fhuinseoige & our club sponsors for their generous support to date in this project.
Ladies Football / Peil na mBan
Training for this group is going very well with excellent turnouts at each session. Training continues every Thursday 6.15pm at the Club Grounds. New members welcome. Contact Karl Kimmins 07704025212
Under 10 Football / Peil Faoi 10
U10 training is due to start on Wednesday 27 March 6.30pm at the Club Grounds. All players at this age group are asked to attend. New members welcome. Contact David O’Brien 07775176614
Under 12 Football / Peil Faoi 12
U12 training is also due to start on Wednesday 27 March 6.30pm at the Club Grounds. All players at this age group are asked to attend. New members welcome. Contact Ronan O’Reilly 07753447770
Under 14 Football / Peil Faoi 14
U14 boys training continues each Monday 6.15pm at the Club grounds. New members welcome. Contact Adrian McCourt 07745669419
Under 16 Football / Peil Faoi 16
Training continues every Thursday 7.15pm & Sunday Morning 10.45am at the Club Grounds. New members welcome. Contact Anthony Havern 07805853032
Under 18 Football / Peil Faoi 18
Training continuing every Monday 7.30pm at the Club Grounds. New members welcome. Contact Tony Loye 07810883454.
Senior Football / Peil Sinsir
Our Senior Team braved the terrible weather conditions on Friday evening to play a challenge match against Black Hill, Co Monaghan. Both teams played very well and it was an extremely useful runout for all involved. The final result was Thomas Davis GFC 1:13 – Black Hill 1:14.
Check out all the fixtures at: www.armaghgaa.net/simplyfruit-adult-leagues-fixtures-2013/
Club Membership / Ballraíocht an Chumainn
2013 Club membership is now due at £30.00 for all adult members. Youth membership is £10. Please note that all membership must be paid no later than 31st March 2013. Contact Club Registrar Ryan McWilliams, Treasurer Frank Harvey or your respective football manager.
New Merchandise / Earraí Nua
A new range of club merchandise, club tops, beanie hats, kit bags etc are available in all sizes. Please contact Mary McCourt for details 07756507936.
Easter Raffle / Crannchur na Cásca
This week will be the last chance to purchase a ticket for our Easter basket. The draw will take place on Thursday 28 March 2013. All proceeds go to youth football development. Only £1 a ticket. See Chilly at the social club bar for further details or contact Mary McCourt on 07756507936. Thanking everyone who purchased a ticket.
Festival / Féile 2013
Thomas Davis GFC will hold their 2013 Festival in Newry Town Hall on Friday 31 May with an Amateur Boxing Tournament in association with the Sacred Heart Boxing Club and on Saturday 1st June 2013, 5 times World Darts Champion Eric Bristow and 1983 World Champion Keith Deller will relive their 1983 world final 30 years on by competing against 20 local players in a night not to be missed. Tickets on sale now Contact: Liam 07845811679.
Street Collection / Bailiúchán Sraide
Thomas Davis GFC will partake in a street collection on Easter Saturday. We have a few members who have signed up to take part. We are always looking for more volunteers so please contact us if you have an hour to spare. Thanking You.
WAXING NIGHT FUNDRAISER 6 APRIL 2013
One for the diary folks!!! The Senior Players of Thomas Davis GFC will face their biggest challenge of the year on Saturday 6 April 2013. They will all be inflicted to some serious pain. They will all be taking part in a sponsored waxing night. Ladies this will be your one and only chance to get revenge!!! Guaranteed to be a great night’s entertainment and of course guaranteed to see some tears. Doors open at 8pm.
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St John Bosco Fashion Show
The senior ladies are organising a fashion show in Bellini’s Night Club on 18th of April – admission £5 proceeds in aid of Newry Hospice. All welcome
Mentors Meeting
Paul O’Connor our Youth Officer Has arranged a mentors meeting for Sunday 7th April at 7:30 p.m. This is the first mentors meeting before the new season gets underway and as such there are a lot of items up for discussion – all mentors please attend.
Healthy Hearts
Paul O’Connor is arranging the Healthy Heart screening night for either Tuesday 16th or 23rd April (depending on availability)
New season begins
The 2013/14 season gets underway this week. Games lined up so far include;
Minors 2nd April vs. Clann Na Derg in Aghaderg throw in 6:30 p.m.
U16’s Thursday 4th April in Jack Mackin Park
Reserves vs. Drumgath Sunday 7th in Jack Mackin Park
U12 Go Games Sunday 12th April Tullylish at 10:30 a.m.
Seniors Friday12th vs. Shamrocks at Jack Mackin Park
Gaeltacht Scholarships
Beidh Coiste Chontae an Dúin ag ofráil Scolaireachtaí Gaeltachta arís i mbliana do dhaltaí scoile atá ag freastal ar Choláiste Gaeltachta sa Samhradh. Cuirfear na foirmeacha ar fáil ag tús Mí Aibreáin ag is é an dáta dhruidim ná 17ú Aibreáin. Is féidir leat an fhoirm a íoslodáil ó shuíomh an Dúin nó ceann a fháil ó Rúnaí do chlub. Ní mór duit a bheith i do bhall den CLG chun scolaireacht a fháil. Cuirfear na daltaí tríd agallamh ghairid i Mí Bealtaine agus bronnfar na Scolaireachtaí ag tús Mí Meithimh.
The Down County board will be awarding scholarships to children attending a Gaeltacht Summer College in Donegal this summer. The scholarship will be made available to all club members who wish to apply. All applicants must be GAA members. The application forms will be made available through the Down GAA website and club secretaries from March 20th, Interview process will take place in the Castlewellan in mid May , with successful applicants being awarded their scholarships at the beginning of June
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Waxing Night Fundraiser 6th April
One for the diary folks!!! The Senior Players of Thomas Davis GFC will face their biggest challenge of the year on Saturday 6 April 2013. They will all be inflicted to some serious pain. They will all be taking part in a sponsored waxing night. Ladies this will be your one and only chance to get revenge!!! Guaranteed to be a great night’s entertainment and of course guaranteed to see some tears. Doors open at 8pm.
Street Collection / Bailiúchán Sraide
Thomas Davis GFC would like to thank Conor Loye and David Hankin for bearing the cold on Easter Saturday. The boys managed to collect £140.00 which is well needed funds for the Club.
Easter Raffle / Crannchur na Cásca
Congratulations to Gerry O’Reilly our winner of the Easter Hamper. I’m sure he will be enjoy most of the contents when he returns from his stag party in Liverpool.
Under 10 Football / Peil Faoi 10
Our Under 10’s started their first training session on Wednesday evening. The snow conditions made it pretty cold and almost unbearable to train in but the kids insisted we continued. Seems like we have a pretty strong, resilient bunch of Under 10’s this season.
U10 training will continue every Wednesday @ 6.15pm at the Club Grounds. New members welcome. Contact David O’Brien 07775176614. U-10 will have league football on Sunday's at 11.30am
Ladies Football / Peil na mBan
Training for this group is going very well with excellent turnouts at each session. Training continues every Thursday 6.15pm at the Club Grounds. New members welcome. Contact Karl Kimmins 07704025212
Under 12 Football / Peil Faoi 12
U12 training continues each Wednesday at 6.30pm at the Club Grounds. New members welcome. Contact Ronan O’Reilly 07753447770
Under 14 Football / Peil Faoi 14
U14 boys training continues each Monday 6.15pm at the Club grounds. New members welcome. Contact Adrian McCourt 07745669419
Under 16 Football / Peil Faoi 16
Training continues every Thursday 7.15pm & Sunday Morning 10.45am at the Club Grounds. New members welcome. Contact Anthony Havern 07805853032
Under 18 Football / Peil Faoi 18
Training continuing every Monday 7.30pm at the Club Grounds. New members welcome. Contact Tony Loye 07810883454.
Senior Football / Peil Sinsir
Our Senior football continues every Tuesday and Friday at the Club Grounds. New members welcome. Contact Gerry O’Reilly.
Check out all the fixtures at www.armaghgaa.net/simplyfruit-adult-leagues-fixtures-2013/
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Comprehensive wins in the Allianz National Football League from Down and Armagh could only save Armagh while Down have slipped back into Division Two where thanks to a win by Laois (Ironically managed by Armagh's Justin McNulty!) over Wexford and Armagh's comeback draw with Wexford way back in February.
At least next season will have the always eagerly anticipated derby clash between the counties.
Armagh cruised to a victory against Galway at the Athletic Grounds winning by 0:21 to 1:12 for Galway. With captain Ciaran McKeever missing from the side due to a one match ban it was all to play for so the victory was all the sweeter.
Despite Down scoring Three goals and beating Kildare 3:13 to 1:12 they just didn't have enough results on the table and will join Armagh in Division Two along with Donegal who were relegated and Monaghan and Meath who were promoted from Division Three as well as Laois, Louth and Galway who stay put.
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Under 8s, 10s, 12s
Coaching for U8s, 10s and U12s recommences this Monday from 6.30pm -7.30pm back on our own pitch. We are hopeful that anyone who has not attended the earlier sessions will now join us at our own field at High Street, Derramore, and Bessbrook.
Our new strip is almost finalised for the U8s and 10s and this will be a great boost for them in the new season.
Craobh Rua Fixtures for week beginning 8th April:
Monday 8th April U14s - Killeavy v. Craobh Rua @ 6.45pm
Tuesday 9th April Seniors - Derrynoose V Craobh Rua
Friday 12th April U16s- Cú Chulainns v Craobh Rua @ 6.45pm
Coaching Course
The Level 1 coaching course continued this week in beautiful sunshine. The participants from the Derrynoose, Inishkeen, Queen Maebh and Craobh Rua clubs all thoroughly enjoyed the course. Ulster Council course tutors Karol Mc Quaide from the Tír na nÓg club in the Moy and and Rónan Mc Williams from the Armagh Cú Chulainns club provided some very useful insights and engaged the coaches in a wide range of learning relating to young people, the skills of our game and the development of both. The next stage is for the coaches to be assesses in situ at their own clubs while delivering their coaching sessions and this will take place over the next few weeks. The club wish to convey a big word of thanks to Rónán and Karl for their assistance with this very worthwhile course – leaids, go raibh céad maith agaibh beirt.
Under 6s
Under 6s will be commencing soon concentrating on the elements of coordination, balance and agility – and above all fun!! Anyone interested in getting involved should contact Joe Mc Eldowney or Micheal Bradley who are coordinating the activities.
Craobh Rua Monthly Draw
The first of our Monthly Draw took place on Easter Saturday night in Doyle’s Pub Camloch and the lucky winner of our Monthly £100 was senior player Micheal Doran who was delighted with his win. Please remember that for just £20 a year you can have a chance every month to win £100 and help the club become more sustainable. Tickets are available from any committee member or from any of our senior players.
Nathan Carter Tickets
There are still a few tickets left for the Nathan Carter concert at the Athletic Grounds, Armagh on 20th April and anyone needing a ticket please contact any of the committee.
Club Merchandise
Details of our ordering evening for the club’s new range of merchandise will be available soon. For further details please contact Paul Elshaw or any of the committee.
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Under 10 Football / Peil Faoi 10
U10 training continues every Wednesday @ 6.15pm at the Club Grounds. New members welcome. Contact David O’Brien 07775176614. U-10 will have league football on Sunday's at 11.30am
Ladies Football / Peil na mBan
Ladies training continues every Thursday 6.15pm at the Club Grounds. New members welcome. Contact Karl Kimmins 07704025212
Under 12 Football / Peil Faoi 12
U12 training continues each Wednesday at 6.30pm at the Club Grounds. New members welcome. Contact Ronan O’Reilly 07753447770
Under 14 Football / Peil Faoi 14
Corrinshego Under 14 Challenge Game
Corrinshego v Killeavey
6 - 8 V 3 - 12
The new look Corrinshego U14 team got their footballing season off to a winning start with a competitive challenge game against Killeavey. It was a bitterly cold afternoon that was soon warmed up through some scintillating play by Corrinshego. Wave after wave began through solid foundations at the back, as new U14 Captain Niall McShane took command at the back to feed his midfield time and again.
With the defence looking solid it was new Vice Captain Adam Loughran who took control up front, putting a goal and a point on the scoreboard early, that was soon followed up by a well taken point from midfield through Ryan Gray. The opposition soon hit back though with a looping shot that found the back of the net and this was followed by another two points. although this was the height of Killeavey's attacking prowess in the first half, as Adam Loughran and Ryan Gray ran amock in the Killeavey defence, with both hitting the back of the net and firing over the bar time and again. Even Captain Niall McShane got on the scoreboard with a finely taken point.
However the second half saw the proverbial game of two halves as Corrinshego made a few changes and quickly lost their shape and allowed Killeavey to rack up many unanswered scores. It was only Kyle Mooney who got himself onto the scoresheet for Corrinshego with two well taken goal strikes, before Oisin Mallon struck the inside of the posts with a stunning goal. Corrinshego won in the end but will have to perform consistently better in both halves in future if they are to have a successful league campaign this year.
Under 16 Football / Peil Faoi 16
Naomh Bríd 2-10 Tomás Dáibhis 1-10 07 Aibreán 2013
Thomas Davis Under 16’s had a good challenge game with Division 2 outfit St.Brigids, an amalgamation of Whitecross, Lissummon & OHanlons last Sunday morning at Lissummon. Both sides were very evenly matched throughout with St.Brigids hitting a well worked goal to leave them ahead 1-04 to 0-05 at half time.
The Thomas Davis lads had a strong second half playing some great attacking football and can feel slightly unlucky not to least get a draw from the game as we managed to hit the woodwork no fewer than 3 times and registered numerous wides.
All in all, it was great preparation for our first league game away to Ballymacnab on the 18 April. Thanks to our hosts for the challenge game and to referee Henry McCloy who had an excellent game.
Under 18 Football / Peil Faoi 18
Our Minors have their first game of the season against Shane ONeill's in Lissummon Monday night. Throw in 6.45pm.
Training continuing every Monday 7.30pm at the Club Grounds. New members welcome. Contact Tony Loye 07810883454.
Senior Football / Peil Sinsir
Our Seniors have their first League match of the season on Sunday 14 April 2013 against Kilean in Craobh Rua, Bessbrook. This will be the first game of the year under new management. Please show your support and come along. Throw in at 2pm.
Club Fixtures this week
Seniors
Round 1 - 14-04-2013 (Sun)@2pm
Corrinshego V Killean J Murtagh
U18
Round 1 - 08-04-2013 (Mon)@6.45pm
@Lissummon Shane O'Neills V St Oliver Plunkett's Ref S McKinley
U16
Round 1 - 11-04-2013 (Thu)@6.45pm
Corrinshego V BYE
U14
Round 2 - 16-04-2013 (Tue)@6.45pm
Belleek V Corrinshego V Ref J Lynch
U12 & U10 boys Football not yet started
Corrinshego under 14s ladies football not yet started
Check out all the fixtures at: www.armaghgaa.net/simplyfruit-adult-leagues-fixtures-2013/
New Football Field / Páirc Imeartha Nua
Our new field development at Dorans Hill Newry is really taking shape with all foundation level work almost completed by Gibson Bros ready for a handover to the Pitch contractor in the next 2 weeks who will then begin work on the new playing surface.
We’d like to take this opportunity to thank Cairde Chor Fhuinseoige & our club sponsors for their generous support to date in this project.
Club Membership / Ballraíocht an Chumainn
2013 Club membership is now due at £30.00 for all adult members. Youth membership is £10. Please note that all membership must be paid no later than 31st March 2013. Contact Club Registrar Ryan McWilliams, Treasurer Frank Harvey or your respective football manager.
Festival / Féile 2013
Thomas Davis GFC will hold their 2013 Festival in Newry Town Hall on Friday 31 May with an Amateur Boxing Tournament in association with the Sacred Heart Boxing Club and on Saturday 1st June 2013, 5 times World Darts Champion Eric Bristow and 1983 World Champion Keith Deller will relive their 1983 world final 30 years on by competing against 20 local players in a night not to be missed. Tickets on sale now Contact: Liam 07845811679.
Events / Imeachtaí
NOTE - Our Senior Fundraising Waxing Night has been postponed until further notice.
Thomas Davis GFC Club accommodates for all functions no matter what the occasion.
Please contact us if you are interested in booking the club for an event.
Or if you or your children are interested in playing football please get in contact with us.
Contact Us
Seoladh Club:
Thomas Davis GFC
Chancellors Road
Newry,
Co.Armagh
Guthán Club: 028 30263908
info@thomasdaviscorrinshego.com
Club Website / Suíomh Idirlín
Check out all the latest news at Thomas Davis GFC and upcoming events on our club website, www.thomasdaviscorrinshego.com
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