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Senior Football / Peil Sinsearach
Dorsey Emmetts 1-10 Thomas Davis 0-10
Our Seniors fought hard yesterday but were defeated by a goal in the last few minutes of the match. They play Collegeland at home this Friday in the College, Newry. Let’s show our support.
Next Match Friday 9 May 2014 Thomas Davis GFC V Collegeland
Senior training continues Tuesday and Friday. Please contact Gerry O’Reilly if you 07857093676
Under 8 Football / Peil Faoi 8
Next Match Saturday 10 May 2014 Dorsey Emmets V Thomas Davis GFC
Our U8 boys and girls continue to train on Tuesday evenings @7pm at the club grounds. Please Contact Anthony Havern Tel. 07805853032. Weekly subs £2.00 per child.
Under 10 Football / Peil Faoi 10
South Armagh U-10 League
Sunday 4th May 2014
Thomas Davis 3-5 Whitecross 1-5
On the first Sunday morning of May the young footballers of Thomas Davis had their first game of the season with a very exciting encounter with Whitecross. Playing with a slight breeze it was Whitecross who attacked first and opened their account with a fine point from young Daithi Mc Cloy. This was immediately cancelled out by Danny Shields with a good point on the run. A well worked Whitecross goal had stunned the home side but with Danny Shields and Adam Travers working hard in midfield, Corrinshego went in into the break leading 3-1 to 1-2, with Adam scoring a fine point. On the resumption of the second half, the boys and girls in maroon and white, fought for every ball, and a great inter-change of play between Eoin Lenagh and Danny Shields, fed Jamie Gray who scored a difficult point to defy his young years. Corrinshego would like to thank both Whitecross and the referee Henry McCloy for a fine sporting contest. The game also witnessed Eoin Lenagh, Shaun Collins, Brian Quinn and Jamie Gray all making their debut in the Corrinshego jersey.
There were many fine displays all over the field, but young 8 year old Callum Bradley had his best ever game in the Corrinshego jersey at corner back.
Thomas Davis: S. Dowdall, S. Mc Kinley, E. Dowdall, J. Gray, A. Travers, D. Shields, L. Travers, L. O’Brien, C. Higgins, M.Mc Kinley,B. Quinn, C. Havern, E. Lenagh
Next Match Sunday 11 May 2014 Dorsey Emmets V Thomas Davis GFC
Our U10 boys and girls continue to train on Tuesday evenings @7pm at the club grounds. Please Contact David O’Brien Tel. 07775176614. Weekly subs £2 per child.
Under 12 Football / Peil Faoi 12
The U12s suffered their first defeat of the season to a strong Carrickcruppen side. With a few lads missing the team dug deep and fought hard until the final whistle.
Player of the week "heart of a lion" words from the referee himself, is Jarlath Jennings.
Next Match Saturday 10 May 2014
Dromintee St Patrick's V Thomas Davis GFC
Our under 12 boys continue to train every Thursday evening @6.30pm at the club grounds. Please Contact Ronan O’Reilly Tel. 07753447770. Weekly subs £2 per child.
Under 14 Football / Peil Faoi 14
Granemore St Marys 4-6 Thomas Davis GFC 0-6
Our U14 were away to Granemore St Mary’s on Tuesday evening. They were beat 4-6 to 0-6. A challenging match for our young side.
Next Match Tuesday 13 May 2014 Thomas Davis GFC V St Enda's
U14 boys continue to train every Thursday evening @6.30pm at the club grounds. Please Contact Adrian McCourt Tel. 07745669419. Weekly subs £2 per child.
Under 16 Football / Peil Faoi 16
Thomas Davis GFC 4-12 Clan Eireann 4-08
Well done to the U16s. Another good win against Clann Eireann to keep the undefeated streak going.
Our U16 boys continue to train every Sunday morning @10.30am at the club grounds. New members welcome. Contact David Lenaghan Tel. 07707177360. Weekly subs £2 per child.
Under 18 Football / Peil Faoi 18
Next Match Monday 5 May 2014 Derrynoose St Mochuas V Doire Mor Gaels
Contact Gerald O’Reilly Tel. 07857093676. Weekly subs £2 per child.
Under 14 Girls / Peil na mBan Faoi 14
Next Match Sunday 25 May 2014 Thomas Davis GFC v Derrynoose
Our under 14 girls continue to train every Monday & Wednesday evening @7pm at the club grounds. New members welcome. Contact Brendan McKinley Tel. 07718236346 or Tony Millar 07709353524. Weekly subs £2 per child
Under 16 Girls / Peil na mBan Faoi 16
Thomas Davis GFC 2-6 Ballyhegan 1-9
The U16 girls drew with Ballyhegan this week. There was a super effort from all the girls, playing great as a team. Well done ladies.
Player of the week was Dearbhla Kearns
Our under 16 girls continue to train every Monday & Wednesday evening @7pm at the club grounds. New members welcome. Contact Archie Kimmins Tel. 07704025212. Weekly subs £2 per child.
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St John Bosco U16s
U16 Boys Section C All County Football League
8th May 2014 Round 4 Kilclief V St. John Bosco
On May 8th a strong Bosco contingent made the long Thursday night trip to Kilclief. The home side made the brighter start and opened the scoring with the first two points from frees after the Bosco defence were deemed to have fouled within the scoring zone.
Toby Woods worked hard all evening and was later to score 4 points but not before an errant pass allowed Kilclief through on goal. It was a jittery Bosco who now trailed 1:02 to no score before Aidan MacNamara powered through the centre and slotted over Bosco’s opening score. This seemed to settle the visitors and a second point followed quickly after Ryan McAleavey’s interception was passed to Devin Quigley who split the posts.
Kilclief responded in kind but Bosco battled away and despite several wides into the breeze it was Bosco who looked the more menacing. Ryan McAleavey, Kevin Boyle and Paul Hadden (Capt.) all worked hard and McAleavy scored Bosco’s opening goal before the break at which point Bosco were up 3 points. Kilclief weren’t going to lie down though and before the break responded with 2 more points leaving half-time score Kilclief 1:06 to Bosco’s 1:7
The second half was more composed from Bosco and despite some interesting decisions from the man in the middle they started to dominate all areas of the pitch. Ruairi Lavery came off the worse after an accidental clash when he courageously went full throttle for a 50:50 ball against a much bigger marker, he was substituted due to his injuries and he deserves special mention for his workrate and determination.
10 minutes into the second period Bosco started to pretty much shoot at will and the bench was emptied. Goals flowed from Kevin Boyle who was composed throughout this contest, Stephen O’Connor, Ryan McAleavey and Devin Quigley. In truth Bosco were probably shooting for goal when points would have been the far more sensible option but nonetheless they secured the 2 points as they prepare for their next game before a short exam break.
Final score: Kilclief 1:9 St. John Bosco 5:13
Next game is at home to Ballyholand on Sunday 11th May 2014 at 6pm followed by a break before an away match at Kilcoo on 8th June.
St John Bosco U16 Girls
St John Bosco vs Ballymartin Sunday 11th May 2014 at Jack Mackin Park
The u16 girls recorded a hard fought victory against a Ballymartin at the weekend. In the first half Ballymartin had the advantage of a slight breeze and they scored 1: 02 before Bosco registered their first point from Dearbhaha Quinn. The game was very even but Ballymartin were much more clinical and added a further two points before the break. As half time approached the Bosco girls produced the best move of the game involving Sinead O’Hare, Orlagh Burke and Aoibheann Quinn to set up Dearbhala Quinn for a well taken goal.
Half time Score Bosco 1:01 Ballymartin 1:04
In the second half the Bosco defence were much more composed in their passing and the home side started to dominate possession with Dearbahla McGovern and Cliona Doherty both excellent. Points were added by Dearbhala Quinn and Vicky Gratton before some excellent play by Niamh McCullagh created the second goal chance and Dearbhala Quinn finlished to the net. Ballymartin continued to press for a goal to get back in the game and the Bosco full backs of Eden Casey, Alex Shortall and Laura McKeown were under pressure but a breakaway move led to an excellent point from Aiofe Jackson to secure the win.
Bosco are now second in the table one point behind Burren having played 4, win 3 and lost 1
Final Score Bosco 2:05 Ballymartin 1:05
St John Bosco U16 Roisin Kelly selected to play for Down
Bosco u16 goalkeeper, Roisin Kelly has been selected on the Down team to play in the Ulster Final this Saturday 17th May 2014 against Monaghan. The game will be played in Carrickcruppin with a 1.15pm throw in. The club wishes Roisin and all the Down players the very best of luck for the final.
St John Bosco U12 Girls
St John Bosco vs Rostrevor Wednesday 7th May 2014
The U12 girls continued their league programme with an excellent and competitive game against Rostrevor. Each match this young team are progressing and developing their skills.
This week there were good performances from Katie Grant and Clara Osborne at the back and some great scores from Aiofe Murtagh and Rachel McAteer
The team now plays Saval away on Wednesday night 14th May.
Girls u12 team before their match with Rostrevor
Bosco u12 girls introduce new training method!
The great facilities at St Colman’s have been a benefit to all the Bosco teams over the last few years, but the u12 girls have found a new and innovative way to warm up before matches. The GAA in Croke Park are said to be interested.
St John Bosco U12s
St John Bosco vs Baileglas Glassdrumman Sunday 11th May
On the road for the first time this season the U12’s travelled to Glasdrumman to face the combined Ballymartin/Glasdrumman U12s.
With the Cinammond brothers Ronan and Jamie missing (away on GIRO duties) and with star midfielder Jack White still out through injury the team had 15 players to call upon.
Within 2 minutes of the throw in Bosco went in front with a well worked point from the right boot of Pól Óg McCormack, however Baileglas were soon back on level terms. Three unanswered points left Bosco trailing midway through the first half before midfielder Calum MacAnulty broke through the defence and finished the ball low into the left hand corner of the net. Following another point from Pól Óg the Bosco shooting became a little wayward with several shots and a Pól Óg 45’ going wide. Baileglas in response by this time had registered a goal and two points. At the end of the first half the Newry lads were trailing by four points.
Half time Score Bosco 1:02 Baileglas 1:06
Rory McAleavy came on in the second half in nets in place of debutant Kealan McStay. With the wind at their backs it was a different Bosco team that took the field in the second half and Pól Óg registered another two goals in the first five minutes. It was exciting end to end football and Baileglas responded with a point and a goal to keep their noses in front by two.
Birthday boy James Boyle operating as a maurading full forward gave Bosco the lead again when he rifled a left foot bullet into the roof of the net which gave the keeper no chance.
Pól Óg sent another two over the bar and half back Ruiarí O’Hare took an excellent point from the half way line. Baileglas registered another two goals, the second of which keeper McAleavy pulled of an excellent save but was flagged as a goal by the umpire. Bosco were now behind by two when Pól Óg soloed in from the wing and finished the ball to the net. James and Pól Óg added another point each before the move of the game which saw a inch perfect long pass from Calum MacAnulty to Pól Óg in the forward line and the ball was dispatched to the net. Bosco were ahead by six when Baileglas broke through went for goal, Mcaleavy saved but the rebound ended up in the net. Baileglas were now behind by just one score with three minutes to go. However the Bosco back line with Cailim Gray, Keith McGrath and Matthew Monroe closed things down denying any more scores for the home team. There was still time for James and Pól Óg to register another two points to leave the visitors ahead by five points at the end.
Final Score Bosco 6:09 Baileglas 5:07
Notes 4th May
St John Bosco U16s
U16 Boys Division 2 All County Football League
2nd May 2013 Round 3 St. John Bosco v Glenn
This was always going to be a tough encounter between top of the table Glenn and Bosco and it was the visitors who started the brighter after poor passing from Bosco allowed them to open the scoring.
Bosco however collected themselves and some great linkup play allowed Ryan McAleavey through for a quick response. This score settled the Bosco lads with Paul Hadden (Capt.) who was superb in centre half laying the ball off to McAleavey for a second point.
Glenn were unfortunate and wasteful and were punished for their poor finishing in this first half by super counter attacks, Bosco defenders Ciaran Byrne and Rory McParland were rock solid and McParland’s work rate in particular was commendable as he pushed forward delivering some excellent ball. McAleavey was Bosco’s target man and besides some excellent points also scored 2 goals in this opening period.
Aidan MacNamara and Devin Quigley dominated the middle of the field and played intelligent football. The work-rate from Bosco in the first half was excellent with 4 or 5 lads in particular delivering strong and courageous performances.
At the end of the first period the scoreline stood at 2:5 to 4 points in favour of Bosco.
The second period started in a similar vein with Bosco getting the first 3 points from Devin Quigley, Toby Woods and Ryan McAleavey.
But that was more or less it from Bosco bar one more point. Persistent poor passing and a lack of positional awareness allowed a determined Glenn forward to bag their first goal. Failure to use the space that a 13 a side Jack Mackin Park allows and swarming in defence simply led to Bosco failing to win any kick outs in the final 20 minutes. This lack of possession was devastating together with a general lower work-rate, courage and determination and a nippy Glenn corner forward who bagged 2 more goals.
Despite the fact that at this point Bosco were still in this contest they were playing with a less positive attitude and that cost them this game. So although 2 league points were lost here there are plenty of positives to draw on before the next fixture away to Kilclief.
Final score: St. John Bosco 2:12 Glenn 3:12
Next game is away to Kilclief on Thursday May 8th, full attendance and support with lifts is required.
St John Bosco U14 Girls
Sunday 4th May 2014 Down U14 Girls defeat Antrim
Down u14s maintained their winning start in the U14 Ulster league with an impressive win over a talented and determined Antrim side at Musgrave playing fields in Belfast. The match was played in a sporting manner with some excellent play and scores from both sides. The 4 Bosco players again made the starting 15 and contributed to an excellent result. Down now top the league with two wins from two and in with a great chance of winning the Ulster Title. The next match is away to Armagh.
St John Bosco U12 Girls
Wednesday 30th April 2014
The U12 girls played a very entertaining game away to Ballymartin on Wednesday 30th April. This young team has put in some excellent performances this year and they again played well with great efforts from Jenna Wray, Clara Osborne, Sinead Quinn and in particular Molly Harte. The next game for the u12s is on Wednesday night at home to Rostrevor.
St John Bosco U12s
St John Bosco vs Longstone jack Mackin park Sunday 4th May
This was a game of two halves when in reality it should have been three! U12 rules are that the games are 3 sessions each of 20 minutes with the first and last being the competitive halves with the middle 20 minutes providing the time whereby mentors can try out all players on the squad and experiment with different line ups. With 20 players turning up on Sunday and the referee only going for 2 20 minute sessions Bosco mentors Paedar, Kevin, Hugh, David and Paul were left with no choice but to use the second half to try out all the squad.
The first half saw some great football with the two defences coming out on top. It wasn’t until the 8th minute that the first score was registered from the boot of Bosco player Pól Óg McCormack. Longstone piled on the pressure and would have had two or three goals if it wasn’t for the sterling work of Jamie Cinnamond in the Bosco nets. Longstone were two points in front just after the 10 minute mark when James Boyle latched onto a long pass from Cathal MacAnulty and dispatched the ball to the Longstone net. This was followed by 3 goals from Pól ÓgMcCormack, points from Ruarai O’Hare, Cathal MacAnulty and Jack O’Hare. At the break it was 4:3 to 1:4 Bosco.
After the break the Bosco mentors ran the changes which unsettled the team which allowed Longstone back into the match and in the end Longstone ran out winners by 6 points.
Whilst it was frustrating for the young Bosco players to lose a match that they had full control of, it is important that all players get a chance to show their skills and allow the mentors to see the strength and depth of the squad under competitive conditions and it is also important that the County Board ensure comprehensive communication on the rules with all match officials in order to avoid these mistakes and ensure that the rising stars of the GAA are treated with the respect they deserve.
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The Annual Primary Schools Cross Country will take place in the beautiful setting of Kilbroney Park next Tuesday 20th May 2014 from 10.00am till 1.00pm with many local schools involved.
The Mayor Cllr Mickey Ruane , Mr Hugh Murphy Chairman of the Sports Development Committee, Mr Gerry McAnuff Race Coordinator, and Aislinn Crossey the current 800m Senior Champion came together to launch the event earlier this week.
Mayor of Newry & Mourne, Cllr Mickey Ruane said “I wish to congratulate all those Primary Schools in the District who support this event, the Council appreciates that it requires substantial effort by the Schools to make this event the success that it is. Despite this extra work, there is no doubt that the event enriches the school programme and the wide range of prizes to be won ensures that a maximum number of young people are recognised for their achievement and are motivated to continue running after the event.”
Elite athlete Miss Aislinn Crossey took time out from her busy schedule to launch the Cross Country. Aislinn under the instruction of her coach Mr Kookie O’Hagan is the Current Irish senior champion, she finished 4th in the European Juniors last July with a personal best time of 2.03. Aislinn has just left the Sacred Heart Grammar school and is planning to go to University in Dublin.
Mr Hugh Murphy Chairman of the Sports Development Committee said “To think that Aisling started her running career at the Newry and Mourne Cross Country Primary School event when she was a p4 student at Ballyholland Primary School. The Committee are delighted to have her onboard motivating other young people in the area”
Mrs. Ciara Lowe, Disability Liaison & Sports Development Officer for Newry & Mourne District Council said that:
“It is forecast that at least 800 young people from all parts of the District will participate in this event and I would wish to acknowledge the input from the Organisers, Mr Gerry McAnuff Race Co-ordinator, his volunteers and the Sports Development Committee”.
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Senior / Minor
Craobh Rua senior hurling team suffered defeat in their most recent league match against Castleblaney. It was a very young Craobh Rua side that lined out and they no doubt will gain from their experience. There is a home McCormack Cup match this Tuesday (13th May) v Killeavy and all players should be at the club for 6pm.
Underage
Our Underage teams continue to train on the allocated evenings. Training Times : Under 6s Craobh Rua Pitch Saturday mornings 11am to 12 noon: Under 8/10 Monday night 7-8pm : Under 12/14/16 Wednesday nights 7.30pm to 8.45pm. Can parents/ guardians ensure that all young children participating have appropriate footwear and clothes wear. Coaches inform players of any further news through the usual communication channels.
The Under 12 team put up a sterling performance against Keady last week and certainly can take many positives from the defeat. It was a great effort by all involved and is a clear indication that the continuing coaching and training being undertaken by the squad and their mentors is productive.
Craobh Rua Under 10 & Under 8 squads entertained County Down Club Balella in a friendly last week and both sets of teams found it beneficial. Many thanks to Balella and also to Davy O Brien, D J Doyle, Henry McCloy, Sean Byrne, and Cormac Lewis. A return to Balella will be made later in the year.
The under 8 game was an entertaining draw.Those who played well included Joe Mc Creesh who scored a great goal, Eoghan Garvey , Michael Hughes , Finn Elshaw, Seamus Cooney and Joe Short .
Under 10
Chris Lappin, Jodie Crilly (Capt), Ross Craven, Ciaran Lewis, David Shortt, Niall Elshaw, Eoghan Rushe, Dáithí McCloy, Brian McCann, Kevin Doyle.
Club Activities
Congratulations: The Club wish to offer heartiest congratulations to all involved with the Armagh Ladies team who achieved National League success last weekend.
Monthly Draw: the winner of the Craobh Rua Camlocha Monthly Draw which took place in Doyles Camloch, was Teresa Mc Keown from Newtown Road. Many thanks to all for their continued financial support.
Giro: Well done all those communities who helped ensure the locality and south Armagh area in General was bright and welcoming to those participating in the international cycling Giro dItalia event.
Sympathy: Craobh Rua offers it's sympathies to the family of recently deceased John Strain
Photos
Under 8 hurlers & their mentors who participated in last weeks drawn match
Action from the Undef 8 friendly game against Down club Balella
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Upcoming Events
Thomas Davis will be holding Kelloggs Cul Camps this year 21-25 July 2014.
Bookings online at Kelloggs GAA
https://secure.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie/booking/?county=2&page=2
Upcoming Derek Ryan concert
We have 20 tickets for sale £20 per ticket. First come first served. The event is on 31 May 2014
Senior Football / Peil Sinsearach
Collegeland 2-14 Thomas Davis 1-07
Our Seniors travelled to Collegeland on Friday evening. Unfortunately they were unable to beat Collegeland and were down 1-08 at half time. They did come back with fight in the second half but unfortunately it was too late and Collegeland defeated us 2-14 to 1.07.
Next Match Sunday 25 May 2014 Thomas Davis GFC V Pearse Og
Senior training continues Tuesday and Friday. Please contact Gerry O’Reilly if you 07857093676
Under 8 Football / Peil Faoi 8
There is no U-8 or U10 training this Tuesday evening, instead both the U-8's and U-10's have a game against Dorsey Emmetts in Dorsey on Wednesday, leaving the club at 6.45pm
Next Match Wednesday 13 May 2014 Dorsey Emmets V Thomas Davis GFC
Our U8 boys and girls continue to train on Tuesday evenings @7pm at the club grounds. Please Contact Anthony Havern Tel. 07805853032. Weekly subs £2.00 per child.
Under 10 Football / Peil Faoi 10
There is no U-8 or U10 training this Tuesday evening, instead both the U-8's and U-10's have a game against Dorsey Emmetts in Dorsey on Wednesday, leaving the club at 6.45pm
Next Match Wednesday 13 May 2014 Dorsey Emmets V Thomas Davis GFC
Our U10 boys and girls continue to train on Tuesday evenings @7pm at the club grounds. Please Contact David O’Brien Tel. 07775176614. Weekly subs £2 per child.
Under 12 Football / Peil Faoi 12
Our U12 match was postponed on Saturday.
Next Match Saturday 24 May 2014 Thomas Davis GFC V Forkhill Peadar O Doirnin
Our under 12 boys continue to train every Thursday evening @6.30pm at the club grounds. Please Contact Ronan O’Reilly Tel. 07753447770. Weekly subs £2 per child.
Under 14 Football / Peil Faoi 14
Our U14’s had a championship game this week against St Enda’s. Unfortunately they lost and had to play in torrential rain and bad conditions. The referee had to cut the game short as the weather was that bad.
Next Match Tuesday 13 May 2014 Thomas Davis GFC V St Enda's
U14 boys continue to train every Thursday evening @6.30pm at the club grounds. Please Contact Adrian McCourt Tel. 07745669419. Weekly subs £2 per child.
Under 16 Football / Peil Faoi 16
Our 16’s gave a tremendous performance on Thursday night in the championship! Winning by 7 points, hard to pick out any individuals as each and every one was superb. Well done. Final Score 3-15 to 3-08
Our U16 boys continue to train every Sunday morning @10.30am at the club grounds. New members welcome. Contact David Lenaghan Tel. 07707177360. Weekly subs £2 per child.
Under 18 Football / Peil Faoi 18
Monday 5th May 2014 @7:15pm
DMG 2-8 v 1-8 DERRYNOOSE
The minors came up against Derrynoose on Monday night, in a tough game that required all players to be on their game and to pick themselves up from the previous defeat against Clan Na Gael.
The opening minutes of the game left our side slightly bewildered conceding 3-4 points from scruffy play. Finally the boys got together and forced more and more successful attacks to bring themselves onto the scoreboard through Richard Keenan, Caolan Flanagan, Aaron Anderson and Declan loye. The sides continued to batter away until Caolan Flanagan finally knocked in a finally worked weave to the back of the net bringing Doire Mor right back into the game and leading for half time.
The second half seen Doire more start of slow conceding 5 points before finally knocking one over from Richard Keenan and Declan Loye. The squad continued to attack and Caolan Flanagan grabbed his second goal of the game. Great defensive play from Sean Mc Parland, Brendan Mc Corry and Aaron Cinnamon kept the side from conceding any more and great runs from Stephen King, Conor Mc Intyre and Paddy Murphy helped the side carry on the attacks and finish out the game with a win.
The final score turned out 2-8 to 1-8 for Doire Mor Gaels which brings them back into their winning ways for the great side. They play the refixture of Naomh Eoin on Monday 12th of May in Annaghmore.
Under 14 Girls / Peil na mBan Faoi 14
Next Match Sunday 25 May 2014 Thomas Davis GFC v Derrynoose
QUARTER FINAL of the CHAMPIONSHIP THURS 26th JUNE
Thomas Davis GFC v Keady
Our under 14 girls continue to train every Monday & Wednesday evening @7pm at the club grounds. New members welcome. Contact Brendan McKinley Tel. 07718236346 or Tony Millar 07709353524. Weekly subs £2 per child
Under 16 Girls / Peil na mBan Faoi 16
Our U16 girls were eventually beaten by a strong Tullysaran team on Monday evening. The girls played some great football and went point for point for a large part of the game but were eventually overcome by the league leaders.
Next Match
Monday 19 May 2014 Thomas Davis GFC v Keady
Our under 16 girls continue to train every Monday & Wednesday evening @7pm at the club grounds. New members welcome. Contact Archie Kimmins Tel. 07704025212. Weekly subs £2 per child.
Lotto
Winning lotto numbers w/e 04/05/2014. 14 21 30 32
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Armagh hurlers are up against Wicklow in the Christy Ring Cup this Saturday at 2.30pm in the Athletic Grounds.
Ard Mhacha v Cill Mhantáin - Athletic Grounds this Saturday at 2.30.
Saturdays match is a match that Armagh look forward to with positive expectations.
When the two counties met in the National League earlier in the year, Wicklow won by 4 points with a number of Armagh players unavailable for that game which was played in Aughrim. The home advantage on Saturday and a full strength team will be crucial.
Wicklow had to go to a replay to overcome Kildare in the previous round and the extra competitive game will no doubt stand to them. Armagh manager John Lennon hopes to have a full panel to select from but training has been hampered this week by exams which is due mostly to the youth policy that he has adopted this year with captain Ciaran Clifford the oldest player on the team at 28.
The commitment of all concerned has been first class this year and hopefully a good crowd will make themselves available on Saturday to show their support for the team. Please come along and support our senior county hurling team.
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Senior / Minor
Craobh Rua senior hurling team has a good win over neighbours Killeavy last week. This Tuesday night (20th) they travel to Lurgan to take on Sean Treacy's.
All Ireland Feile Visitors
Craobh Rua will be happy to welcome London Feile team as our guests over the weekend of the 20th of June until Sunday the 22nd of June. There is great excitement within the Club and locality about the visit and we hope to ensure that our young guests, their mentors and supporters have a truly memorable time.
Underage
Our Underage teams continue to train on the allocated evenings. Training Times : Under 6s Craobh Rua Pitch Saturday mornings 11am to 12 noon: Under 8/10 Monday night 7-8pm : Under 12/14/16 Wednesday nights 7.30pm to 8.45pm. Can parents/ guardians ensure that all young children participating have appropriate footwear and clothes wear.
Club Activities
There is a large focus on the upcoming visit by London Feile Hurling team to our Club and area and Craobh Rua appreciate all support. The Monthly draw continues and we would ask anyone who would wish to purchase a ticket (£20) to get in touch with any committee member.
Congratulations
The Club wish to offer heartiest congratulations to all from the Parish who over the past few weeks have made their First Holy Communion.
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Senior Football / Peil Sinsearach
There was no Senior Football this weekend.
Next Match Friday 23 May 2014 Thomas Davis GFC V Pearse Og
Senior training continues Tuesday and Friday. Please contact Gerry O’Reilly if you 07857093676
Under 8 Football / Peil Faoi 8
Wednesday 14th May 2014
South Armagh U8 Go-Games League
Dorsey Emmetts v Thomas Davis
Thomas Davis Under 8’s got their first taste of league action away at Dorsey Emmetts last Wednesday night. The Midfield duo of Shae Gray & Martin McKinley paved the way for the Thomas Davis squad with some excellent plays & scores showing great skill & determination throughout. In the forwards Toni Fallone, Katie O’Brien, Dylan Gray & Nela Lesniak gained vital possession with Toni chipping in with a well taken goal & Dylan who finished a well executed penalty to the net. In defence Conall Havern & Shay Mallon snuffed out any threat from Dorsey turning defence in to attack with some great solo runs & clearance kicks. An excellent start for the young Newry side.
Thomas Davis:- Toni Fallone, Katie O’Brien, Dylan Gray, Nela Lesniak, Shae Gray , Martin McKinley, Conall Havern, Shay Mallon
Next Match Saturday 24 May 2014 Thomas Davis GFC V Clady Sean South
Our U8 boys and girls continue to train on Tuesday evenings @7pm at the club grounds. Please Contact Anthony Havern Tel. 07805853032. Weekly subs £2.00 per child.
Under 10 Football / Peil Faoi 10
South Armagh U10 Go-Games League
Dorsey Emmetts v Thomas Davis
On Wednesday evening the young footballers of Thomas Davis played out a thriller in Dorsey. After a very competitive first half in which both sides traded a goal and a point each, the Newry youngsters took control of the second half and goals from Emmett Dowdall, Michael Mallon, and Jamie Gray had Thomas Davis on top. Once again Danny Shields and Adam Travers dominated midfield and both scored some lovely points. Special mention to defenders Siobhan McKinley and Shaun Collins who put in a tremendous work in full-back line. Both Liam O’Brien and Brian Quinn stuck to their opponent throughout the game. The game also witnessed the competitive debut of both Ciara Meagher and Molly Mc Kevitt in the famed maroon and white.
Thomas Davis:- S. Dowdall, E. Dowdall, C. Meagher, B. Quinn, S. Collins, A. Travers, D. Shields, M.Mallon, L.O’ Brien, E. Lenagh, S. McKinley, M. McKevitt
U-10 South Armagh Go-Games
Sunday 18th May 2014
Thomas Davis V Josephs
On a drizzly Sunday morning Thomas Davis continued with their impressive start to their season with a comprehensive display against the O’ Hanlon’s /Lisummon amalgamated side. From the start the midfield partnership of Adam Travers and Jamie Gray dominated. Michael Mallon added the first score of the game with a lovely point, followed by points from A. Travers and Emmett Dowdall. St. Joseph’s responded with a goal, but the Newry side counter attacked with a goal through Michael Mallon. With Siobhan McKinley and Callum Bradley performing heroically in the full back line, Thomas Davis kept picking off point through A. Travers, M. Mallon, J. Gray, C. Bradley. S. Collins and B. Quinn never gave up the cause. While young Eoin Lenagh develops with every game.
Thomas Davis T. Mc Garry, S. McKinley, C. Higgins, M. McKinley, J. Gray, E. Dowdall, A. Travers, S. Collins, B. Quinn, L. O’Brien, M. Mallon, E. Lenagh, D. Shields.
Next Match Sunday 1 June 2014 Thomas Davis GFC V Newtownhamilton St Michael's
Our U10 boys and girls continue to train on Tuesday evenings @7pm at the club grounds. Please Contact David O’Brien Tel. 07775176614. Weekly subs £2 per child.
Under 12 Football / Peil Faoi 12
There was no U12 Football this weekend.
Next Match Saturday 24 May 2014 Thomas Davis GFC V Forkhill Peadar O Doirnin
Our under 12 boys continue to train every Thursday evening @6.30pm at the club grounds. Please Contact Ronan O’Reilly Tel. 07753447770. Weekly subs £2 per child.
Under 14 Football / Peil Faoi 14
Ard Mhaca Under 14 Division 3 Football League
Thomas Davis Corrinshego v St Enda's
2-5 V 6-14
This was the second time in a week playing the amalgamation of St Enda's for our young players, after playing away in the championship last week and although this was a much better performance, unfortunately the result was still the same. After winning their opening fixture, some of our Under 14 footballers have come up against towering players in the opposition teams and this was no different. Conor Lenagh excelled in full back when playing against a giant of a full forward and throughout the start of the season some of our youngest players have been a shining light against some older players, none more so than Sean Dowdall, whose reading of the game belies his tender age.
St Enda's raced into a two point lead in this game, before another young starlet Jamie Gaskin swept a sweet right footed point over the bar for the home side. St Enda's quickly went further ahead scoring a goal and 4 points in ten minutes, before Under 14 Captain Brendan McLoughlin fired over another point, before half forward Oisin Mallon got the first goal for the home side. The away side then scored another goal, Brendan got another point before the half time whistle.
The second half took much of a similar tone with the away side scoring time and again, before Captain Brendan McLoughlin broke through midfield to score a much needed goal. Minutes later Jarlath Jennings got his first point of the campaign before many changes occurred, allowing the away side to take a greater hold of the game, before Brendan McLoughlin scored the home team's final point.
Line up was as follows:
Dean Sheridan, Niall Taggart, Matthew Dowdall, Sean Dowdall, Jarlath Jennings, Conor Lenagh, Brendan McLoughlin, Tiarnan Hanna, Jonjoe Cranney, Matthew Taggart, Karl Treanor, Ronan Casey, Glenn Murray, Bradley Murray, Ethan Casey, Jamie Gaskin, Caolan Mallon and Oisin Mallon.
Thomas Davis Corrinshego v St John Bosco
On Thursday night at the club Thomas Davis' under 14s also got some further football, against an unbeaten Bosco team. The older age difference and missing players in the Corrinshego ranks again told, as the Bosco side showed their experience and took the local bragging rights in this one. Conor Lenagh was the outstanding Thomas Davis player both in defence and up front in the second half, scoring the side's first two points. The other stand out players on the night were Jonjoe Cranney who also scored two points and goal keeper Dean Sheridan who was a safe pair of hands between the sticks, but well done John Bosco on an excellent performance.
Next Match Tuesday 27 May 2014 Middletown Owen Roes V Thomas Davis GFC
U14 boys continue to train every Thursday evening @6.30pm at the club grounds. Please Contact Adrian McCourt Tel. 07745669419. Weekly subs £2 per child.
Under 16 Football / Peil Faoi 16
Our U16 boys continue to train every Sunday morning @10.30am at the club grounds. New members welcome. Contact David Lenaghan Tel. 07707177360. Weekly subs £2 per child.
Under 18 Football / Peil Faoi 18
Minor Division 2 Championship
Round 1 28th July @ 7.15pm
Doire Mor Gaels V Clan Eireann
Contact Gerald O’Reilly Tel. 07857093676. Weekly subs £2 per child.
Under 14 Girls / Peil na mBan Faoi 14
Next Match Sunday 25 May 2014 Thomas Davis GFC v Derrynoose
QUARTER FINAL of the CHAMPIONSHIP THURS 26th JUNE
Thomas Davis GFC v Keady
Our under 14 girls continue to train every Monday & Wednesday evening @7pm at the club grounds. New members welcome. Contact Brendan McKinley Tel. 07718236346 or Tony Millar 07709353524. Weekly subs £2 per child
Under 16 Girls / Peil na mBan Faoi 16
Under 16 Division 3 - Thursday 22nd May 7PM
Championship Quarter Finals
Sarsfields -v- Thomas Davis GFC (Referee Barney Henry)
Next Match Thursday 5 June 2014 Mullabrack v Thomas Davis GFC
Our under 16 girls continue to train every Monday & Wednesday evening @7pm at the club grounds. New members welcome. Contact Archie Kimmins Tel. 07704025212. Weekly subs £2 per child.
Condolences
The Committee and Members of Thomas Davis GFC wish to offer our sincerest condolences to the Pentony family on their tragic loss on Friday. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Lotto
Winning numbers w/e 11/05/2014
9 18 26 31
1 match 3 winner Brendan Mc Kevitt, 8 Ashton Heights
Child Safeguarding
A big thank you to David O'Brien, Brendan Mc Kinley and Tony Miller who completed the GAA Safeguarding workshop this week. More mentors now covered under our Child Protection Policy. Remember our Designated Officer is Mark Kimmins and our Armagh County Designated Officer is Sean McCann. Please do not be afraid to approach any mentor or club member if you have any issues.
Merchandise
Any underage players looking a replica Jersey, please send contact Gerald O’Reilly with your size, color and number. Cost is £35 and order to be in by Saturday. Thanks.
Committee Meeting
Committee meeting is arranged for Wednesday 21 May @ 8pm in the Committee room.
Please let me know asap if you are unable to attend.
Upcoming Events
Thomas Davis will be holding Kelloggs Cul Camps this year 21-25 July 2014.
Bookings online at Kelloggs GAA
https://secure.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie/booking/?county=2&page=2
Derek Ryan concert
We have 20 tickets for sale £20 per ticket. First come first served.
The event is on 31 May 2014
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Down vs Tyrone Ulster Championship Saturday May 24th
All mentors are asked to inform their teams that the club is organizing a trip to the Down/Tyrone replay on Saturday next. U16 tickets are £5 each and all are asked to meet at the club at 3:30 p.m. to walk to Pairc Esler in time for the minor match curtain raiser.
St John Bosco U16 Girls
St John Bosco vs St Mary’s Burren Friday 16th May 2014
The Bosco U16 girls went into this match with Burren on the back of three straight victories and missing some key players but this was always going to be their biggest test. The first half was dominated by Burren but the Bosco girls kept in touch with two well taken goals from Dearbhala Quinn and Aoibheann Quinn to leave the half time score 2:07 to 2:00
In the second half the superior fitness of this well drilling Burren team proved decisive and they were always comfortable. The Bosco team did play some good passing football but their inability to convert scores was costly. The Bosco added a further seven points with the best a point from Orlagh Burke from a tight angle.
Final Score Bosco 2:07 Burren 4: 17
The girls remain in second place in the league and now have a break due to exams with their next game on Sunday 29th June away to Rostrevor.
St John Bosco U14 Girls
Due to the allocation of fixtures, the U14 girls have only played one league match to date. Their next match is set for Monday 26th May against RGU Downpatrick. The team has continued to train on Wednesdays and Sundays in St Colman’s with good turnouts. In addition four of the team are playing for the successful county team and seven of the girls have been a key part of the u16 panel.
Bosco U12 Girls
Saval v St John Bosco Wednesday 14th May 2014
The U12 girls travelled to Saval on Wednesday night with a full panel of 20 players. Both teams played some excellent football with great scores and good defending. Iona Reynolds excelled as Goalkeeper and there was also the rare statistic of 6 cousins all playing on the same team.
The team now host Clonduff on Wednesday night at 7.00pm
Down U14 Girls reach Ulster Final
Saturday 17th May 2014
The Down U14 team completed their league programme with a hard fought win over Antrim to qualify for the Ulster Final on the 7th June. Once again the Bosco players made a huge contribution in the match which was played in windy conditions at the St Colman’s 3G pitch in Newry. The final has been provisional arranged for before the Down Ladies opening championship match with Fermanagh
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