Melvin Gaels G.F.C.

NEW WEBSITE

2010-01-25T11:52:00.000Z

Melvin Gaels G.F.C. has a new look. Please check out the website at http://www.melvingaels.com.

The latest news will no longer appear on this blog so make sure you check the main site from now on.

Kind regards,
Melvin Gaels G.F.C.
http://www.melvingaels.com

Club Notes 13.01.2010

2010-01-13T22:40:00.001Z

Lotto
The numbers drawn in the Melvin Gaels Lotto draw held in Gilbrides, Rossinver on Sunday night were- 13,14,15 and 18.

There was no Jackpot winner.

Other winners were, €40 Colm and Emer Mc Gurran, Monien, Kinlough, €20 each, Grainne Jones, Millbrook, Kinlough, Caldwell White, Millbrook, Kinlough and Nicole O’Hara, Mill Road

Next draw in The Wellington Bar on Sunday January 24.

Jackpot €4,500.

Good Luck Lads
Good luck and Best wishes to Stephen, Paul and Jesse on their travels.

Membership
Membership is now due for 2010.

The cost of Club membership has gone up to €25 but the Membership and entry to the Club Lotto for the year remains the same at €50.

Please pay as soon as possible to Treasurer, Antoinette Ryan or any of the Club Officers.

Possible Site Disruption

2010-01-12T14:32:00.000Z

This website is moving to a new hosting company and during this time there may be some downtime. We are sorry for any inconvenience this causes.

Best regards,
Melvin Gaels CLG

Club Notes 04.01.2010

2010-01-04T14:33:00.001Z

Club Annual General Meeting
The AGM took place last Saturday evening in the Community Centre and there was a good attendance.

All the outgoing officers were re-elected.

We wish Terry Tiffoney, Ciara Barrett and Antoinette Ryan every success in 2010.

Presentation of medals
Presentation of medals to the Under 21 team, who won the B Championship, took place in the Community Centre on Saturday night.

The medals were presented to the players by our own Emyln Mulligan.

Emyln said he was delighted to be giving out medals to his own clubmates.

A word of thanks to all who worked hard to put up such a great meal on the night.

Club Chairman, Terry Tiffoney thanked Gareth Phelan, Joe Mc Gowan and David Mc Sharry who put in so much work with the Under 21s and he also thanked all who worked so hard to the make the night so successful.

Congratulations to Paul Brennan, who was voted Senior Player of the Year for 2009.

Paul was presented with a trophy by John Gallagher, Spring a Ring Taxis, who has sponsored the Player of the year award for the past number of years.

Charity Game
Well done to all the players who braved the elements and turned out for the Annual Charity game on St. Stephen's Day.

About 25 players turned out, some young and some more who have been threatening to retire from the game for a good number of years, gave a great account of themselves on what could be described as a very hard and slippery surface.

Well done to all concerned and thanks to all who contributed to the North West Simon Community.

Lotto
The numbers drawn in the Melvin Gaels Lotto draw held in McGloins, Kinlough on Sunday December 27 were- 8,9, 20 and 22.

There was no Jackpot winner.

Other winners were, €40 Evelyn Rooney, Kinlough, €20 each, Donal Hamrogue c/o Sean Ogs, Patsy Mc Govern, Ardfarna and Catherine Sheridan, Gubacreeny.

Next draw in Gilbrides, Rossinver on Sunday January 10, Jackpot €4,400.

Membership
Membership is now due for 2010.

The cost of Club membership has gone up to €25 but the Membership and entry to the Club Lotto for the year remains the same at €50.

Please pay as soon as possible to Treasurer , Antoinette Ryan or any of the Club Officers.

Club Notes 20.12.2009

2009-12-20T14:31:00.000Z

Sympathy
The Melvin Gaels Club wishes to extend deepest sympathy to the Mc Loughlin Family and Fenagh St Cailins Club on the recent sad and tragic death of Gary.

May He Rest in Peace.

Melvin Gaels Lotto
The numbers drawn in the Lotto Draw held on Sunday night were- 9, 16, 22 and 24.

There was no Jackpot winner.

Other winners were, €40 Shane Ryan, Gubacreeney, €20 each – Luke Mc Gloin, Glenade, Peanut & Shauna, Kinlough and Fabian Mc Gowan, Dartry

Next Draw on December 27 in Mc Gloins, Kinlough.

Jackpot €4,400.

Good Luck
The Club would like to congratulate and wish good luck to all the newcomers to the County Board.

Congratulations to Collette Fox and Diarmuid Sweeney of Glencar/ Manorhamilton, we look forward to working with you over the coming years.

A word of thanks to all who have stepped down for all their work over the last few years.

Congratulations
Congratulations to Gerry Mc Gurran who got married to local girl Evelyn Mc Gowan and also to Shane Mc Carron who got married to Edel Ward from Athlone.

Club Notes 30.11.2009

2009-11-30T19:25:00.001Z

Melvin Gaels Bord na nOg AGM
The AGM of Melvin Gaels Coiste na nOg will take place in Kinlough Community Centre on Wednesday December 9 at 8pm. A large attendance is requested.

The Club is looking for more people to get involved in underage football in the club this next year. It is important that for the future of the club that there is a large attendance at this meeting,

Variety Concert
Come along on Friday night at 8pm for the Concert and support the local talent.

Admission only €5.

Vodafone Helping Clubs
All new and existing Vodafone Customers can sign up to Vodafone Support Your Club and Vodafone will donate 5% of your monthly top up or bill pay to the club.

You can ensure that Melvin Gaels benefit from this by visiting www.supportyourgaaclub.ie to sign up.

Meeting
There will be a meeting on Sunday Night at 8pm. Everyone is asked to attend this very important meeting.

Lotto Draw
The numbers drawn in the Melvin Gaels Lotto Draw held in The Wellington Bar on Sunday night were 2, 12, 17 and 18.

There was no Jackpot winner.

Other winners were- €40 The Connolly family,Monien, €20 each, Peter Sheridan, Millbrook, KinloughPatsy Mc Govern and Terry Harte, Rossinver.

Next draw will be held in The Diamond Bar, Tullaghan on Sunday December 13.

Jackpot €4,350.

Club Notes 23.11.2009

2009-11-23T19:16:00.003Z

Variety Concert
The club is putting on a Variety Concert on Friday December 4th which will feature a lot of local talent.

This concert is part of the celebrations which have been going on throughout the year to mark the 50th Anniversary of the Gaels first Senior Championship win in 1959 and the 125th Anniversary of the GAA.

Tickets for the concert are on sale at the moment and will only cost €5.

The acts taking part in the concert are all from the locality and feature, the Farragher School of Dancers, Fusebox, a sketch with local actors, Kinlough Playschool group and many more.

Vodafone Helping Clubs
All new and existing Vodafone Customers can sign up to Vodafone Support Your Club and Vodafone will donate 5% of your monthly top up or bill pay to the club.

You can ensure that Melvin Gaels benefit from this by visiting www.supportyourgaaclub.ie to sign up.

Presentation and Open Night
Bord na nOg are holding an Open Night and presentation on Friday night November 27.

This night is open to all parents and children.

More details next week.

Club Clothing
Club Clothing is available to buy in Mc Gowans Spar.

If you would like to order Jackets , Hoodies , Caps etc.. for Christmas orders would need to be in now so that they would arrive on time.

Lotto Draw
The numbers drawn in the Melvin Gaels Lotto Draw held in The Home,Rossinver on Sunday night were- 1,7,14 and 23..

There was no Jackpot winner.

Other winners were- €40 Eugene Meehan, The Home, Rossinver, €20 each, Peter Sheridan, Millbrook, Kinlough, Paul Rooney, Edenville and Paddy Mc aleenan, the Rock, Bundoran.

Next draw will be held in The Melvin, Kinlough, on Sunday November 29.

Jackpot €4,300.00

Club Notes 16.11.2009

2009-11-16T19:56:00.001Z

Under 21 B Champions
On Saturday afternoon in Pairc Sean there were great celebrations when the Gaels Under 21s defeated North Leitrim neighbours, Glenfarne/Kiltyclogher in the Under 21 B Championship Final.

This was a very well contested final with both sides playing some great football. Despite all the rain, the pitch was in excellent condition, and both these teams served up a very entertaining game, particularly for the neutrals among the crowd.

The Gaels deserved their win but were pushed all the way by a very good and determined Glenfarne/Kiltyclogher team.

A goal in each half from Glenfarne/Kiltyclogher meant that the Gaels had to fight all the way.

A well worked goal, with a great finish from Packie Hill, for the Gaels midway through the second half eased the tension and put the Gaels in the driving seat. There were some great performances and many contenders for man of the match in the Gaels team, but congratulations to James Bredin who was very deserving of the award.

Congratulations to Gareth, David and Joe and all the lads.

Congratulations as well to Shane Ryan who celebrated his 18th Birthday on Saturday- a nice present for Shane, he also put in a great performance.

Variety Concert
The club is putting on a Variety Concert on Friday December 4 which will feature a lot of local talent.

This concert is part of the celebrations which have been going on throughout the year to mark the 50th Anniversary of the Gaels first senior championship win in 1959 and the 125 Anniversary of the GAA.

Tickets for the concert are on sale at the moment and will only cost €5.

More details of the concert will be published in the coming weeks.

The acts taking part in the concert are all from the locality and feature, the Farragher School of Dancers, Fusebox, a sketch with local actors , Kinlough Playschool group and many more.

Presentation and Open Night
Bord na nOg are holding an Open Night and presentation on Friday night November 27.

This night is open to all parents and children.

More details next week.

Melvin Gaels Golden Jubilee DVD
The DVD of the Melvin Gaels Golden Jubilee Celebrations on August 2 of this year is now available from the local shops at €15.

Club Clothing
Club Clothing is available to buy in Mc Gowans Spar.

If you would like to order Jackets , Hoodies , Caps etc.. for Christmas orders would need to be in now so that they would arrive on time.

Lotto Draw
The numbers drawn in the Melvin Gaels Lotto Draw held in The Home,Rossinver on Sunday night were- 1,7,14 and 23..

There was no Jackpot winner.

Other winners were- €40 Eugene Meehan, The Home, Rossinver, €20 each, Peter Sheridan, Millbrook, Kinlough, Paul Rooney, Edenville and Paddy Mc aleenan, the Rock, Bundoran.

Next draw will be held in The Melvin, Kinlough, on Sunday November 29.

Jackpot €4,300.00

Club Notes 09.11.2009

2009-11-09T19:17:00.000Z

Under 21 B Championship Semi final
On Saturday afternoon, in Leitrim Village, the young Gaels had a great win over a very good Bornacoola team in the semi final of the Under 21 B Championship.

This was an entertaining game from start to finish and both teams played some very good football.

The final score was Melvin Gaels 1-9, Bornacoola 0-8.

Well done to all.

The final now takes place next Saturday in Pairc Sean at 2.30pm. This will be a North Leitrim Final against Glenfarne/Kiltyclogher.

This will be another tough encounter no doubt.

Good Luck to Gareth and all the lads.

Variety Concert
The club is putting on a Variety Concert on Friday December 4 which will feature a lot of local talent.

This concert is part of the celebrations which have been going on throughout the year to mark the 50th Anniversary of the Gaels first senior championship win in 1959 and the 125 Anniversary of the GAA.

Tickets for the concert are on sale at the moment and will only cost €5.

More details of the concert will be published in the coming weeks.

Presentation and Open Night
Bord na nOg are holding an Open Night and presentation on Friday night November 27.

This night is open to all parents and children.

More details next week.

Melvin Gaels Golden Jubilee DVD
The DVD of the Melvin Gaels Golden Jubilee Celebrations on August 2 of this year is now available from the local shops at €15.

Club Clothing
Club Clothing is available to buy in Mc Gowans Spar.

If you would like to order Jackets , Hoodies , Caps etc.. for Christmas orders would need to be in now so that they would arrive on time.

Meeting
There will be a club meeting at 7.30pm on Wednesday night

Lotto Draw
The numbers drawn in the Melvin Gaels Lotto Draw held Mc Gloin’s Kinlough on Sunday night were- 5,12,14 and 17.

There was no Jackpot winner.

Other winners were- €40 M Kivlehan, C/O Gilbride’s, Rossinver, €20 each Shane Mc Carron, Mill Rd, Kinlough, Mandy Gilmartin, Uragh, Kinlough and Noel Cullen, Kinlough.

Next draw will be held in The Home, Rossinver, on Sunday November 15.

Jackpot €4,250.00

Club Notes 02.11.2009

2009-11-02T22:53:00.000Z

Under 21 B Championship
The Under 21s take on Bornacoola on Saturday next in the semi final.

This game is on at 3pm in Leitrim Village.

We ask as many as possible to come out and support this young team.

Good luck to Gareth and all.

Melvin Gaels Golden Jubilee DVD
The DVD of the Melvin Gaels Golden Jubilee Celebrations on August 2 of this year is now available from the local shops at €15.

Club Clothing
Club Clothing is available to buy in Mc Gowans Spar.

If you would like to order Jackets, Hoodies, Caps etc. for Christmas orders would need to be in now so that they would arrive on time.

Meeting
There will be a club meeting at 9.15pm on Thursday night

Lotto Draw
The numbers drawn in the Melvin Gaels Lotto Draw held Mc Gloin’s Kinlough on Sunday night were - 5,12,14 and 17.

There was no Jackpot winner.

Other winners were - €40 M Kivlehan, C/O Gilbride’s, Rossinver, €20 each Shane McCarron, Mill Rd, Kinlough; Mandy Gilmartin, Uragh, Kinlough and Noel Cullen, Kinlough.

Next draw will be held in The Home, Rossinver, on Sunday November 15.

Jackpot €4,250.00

Sympathy
The Club extends deepest sympathy to the Fergus family, Buckode, Kinlough and the Feely family, Moneengaugagh, Glenade on their recent sad bereavements.

Club Notes 27.10.2009

2009-10-27T17:43:00.000Z

Under 21 B Championship
The Gaels Under 21s had a big win over Carrigallen on Saturday evening in the Quarter Final in a game which was switched to Pairc Sean .

They dominated the game from the start and even though conditions were poor they registered some good scores. They were leading 3-5 to 0-5 at the break.

In the second half Carrigallen failed to score and the Gaels finished comfortable winners.

Final score was Melvin Gaels 7-10, Carrigallen 0-5.

The Gaels now go on to play Bornacoola in the semi-final.

Well done to all concerned.

Melvin Gaels Golden Jubilee DVD
The DVD of the Melvin Gaels Golden Jubilee Celebrations on August 2 of this year is now available from the local shops at €15.

Club Clothing
Club Clothing is available to buy in Mc Gowans Spar.

If you would like to order Jackets , Hoodies , Caps etc.. for Christmas orders would need to be in now so that they would arrive on time.

Lotto Draw
The numbers drawn in the Melvin Gaels Lotto Draw held in The Dew Drop Inn, Tullaghan were- 4,13,14 and 20..

There was no Jackpot winner.

Other winners were- €40 Brendan Mc Gurran, Agharrow €20 each Darin and Lorina Mc Gloin,Glenade, Patsy |Mc Govern, Ardfarna and patsy Foley, Kinlough.

Next draw will be held in The Village Inn, Kinlough on Sunday November 1.

Jackpot €4,150.00

Club Notes 15.10.2009

2009-10-16T00:25:00.000+01:00

Last Game of The Year for the Seniors
The Seniors played their final game of the League for 2009 when they took on Kiltubrid on Saturday evening last in Melvin Park.

The Kiltubrid team are in the running for a place in the League Final and were they showed more hunger than the Gaels. Kiltubrid won on a scoreline of 2-8 to 1-8.

The Gaels played some good football at times but two goals from Kiltubrid in the first half, meant that they were always playing catch-up.

All in all it was a disappointing League campaign for the Gaels in 2009.

All we can do is look forward to 2010.

Under 21
The Under 21 team take on Gortletterragh in a preliminary Round in Ballinaglera on Saturday evening at 5pm in Ballinaglera.

Good luck to all involved.

Lotto Draw

The numbers drawn in the Melvin Gaels Lotto Draw held in The Wellington Bar were- 6,7,13 and 17.

There was no Jackpot winner.

Other winners were- €40 Catherine Sheridan, Kinlough, €20 each James Mc Gowan, Laughta, Kinlough, Mush Callaghan, Lucan and Bill Likely, Parke, Kinlough.

Next draw will be held in The Dew Drop Inn, Tullaghan on Sunday next October 18.

Jackpot €4,100.00

Club Meeting

There will be a Club meeting at 8pm on Wednesday night.

Club Notes 07.09.2009

2009-09-07T19:34:00.002+01:00

Championship Run Ends

The Senior Championship run came to an end on Sunday evening when the Gaels were beaten by Carrigallen in Pairc Sean.

The old habits came back again to haunt the Gaels when, as in many other games this year, they could not put the ball over the bar despite having plenty of possession.

This game was played in poor conditions but this was no excuse for the below par performance by this Gaels team, who had promised so much in the Quarter Final game.

Carrigallen seemed to be the more hungry team and took their chances much better than the Gaels.

The Gaels were always in the game and they had chances to draw level in the second half and might even have got a draw with the last chance of the game when Colin Regan went desperately close to scoring an equalising goal.

Thanks and well done to all the players and management who put in such a great effort throughout this years championship.

Lotto

The numbers drawn in the Melvin Gaels Lotto held in the Melvin Hotel on Sunday night were: 5, 9, 15 and 18.

There was no Jackpot winner.

Other winners were: €40, Barbour Regan, Cloone, Kinlough, €20 each Denis Mc Gowan, Gubacreeney, Kinlough, Brendan Doherty C/O Blaine Mulligan, Kinlough and Joe Mc Carron, Mill Road, Kinlough.

Next draw in Gilbrides, Rossinver on Sunday September 20.

Jackpot €4,000.00

Club Notes 25.08.2009

2009-08-25T08:54:00.001+01:00

In The Semi-Final!
It was a great evening for the Gaels on Saturday in Pairc Sean when the seniors produced a brilliant display to overcome a much fancied Kiltubrid and reach the Senior Championship Semi final for the first time since 2002.

This was a great team performance in difficult conditions and they now face Carrigallen in the Semi final.

Well done to all the lads.

Melvin Gaels would like to acknowledge the great act of sportsmanship displayed by a Kiltubrid player, when he put the ball out of play when Daniel Branley was down injured near the end of the game.

This is something not seen very often in the game nowadays but should be encouraged.

Thankfully Daniel is alright but his condition at the time gave cause for concern.

Photos are available on LeitrimGAA.ie

Melvin Gaels Lotto
The numbers drawn in the Melvin Gaels Lotto draw held in The Home, Rossinver
on Sunday night were – 3, 5, 13 and 14
No Jackpot winner.
Other Winners are:
€40 - Patricia Keane, Kinlough
€20 - Jimmy Phelan, Tullaghan
€20 - Rachael Mulrone, Rossinver.
€20 - Patrick Gilbride, Rossinver

Next draw 6/9/09 in The Melvin Hotel Kinlough
Jackpot - €3950

Club Notes 18.08.2009

2009-08-18T08:09:00.000+01:00

Senior Championship
It’s back to the Senior Championship this weekend when the Gaels take on Kiltubrid on Saturday evening in Pairc Sean in the Quarter Final. Throw in for this game is 6.30pm.

Good luck to all the lads and Val, Barbour and Joe.

Junior Championship
The juniors run in the Championship ended on Saturday evening last when they were defeated by St Marys by four points,

They had a lot of the play in the second half but could not get the scores needed.

Melvin Gaels Golden Jubilee Celebrations
On Sunday August 2nd, the community of Kinlough stepped back in time with the Melvin Gaels Golden Jubilee celebrations. The evening began with Fr. Keogan arriving on pony and trap to celebrate Mass, with members of the honoured 1959 team participating in the readings and offertory gifts. After Mass, a large crowd gathered round to hear a fitting speech by Mr. Pauric White at the unveiling of the plaque dedicated to Gerald Gilmartin, honouring his donation for the training field. This was followed by an entertaining re-enactment of the 1959 county final by a first class Kinlough side who thankfully won out again against Ballinamore! Following the game, the hungry players and spectators were greeted in the community centre by the smell of homemade bread and scones which was served to all with a welcome cup of tea while Seamus Sweeney, Eileen Kane & Lydia Warnock entertained with some excellent traditional music.

Thanks to Noel McGowan, Spar, Kinlough, the 1959 County Finalists and committee were treated to a sit down meal where many a story was recounted! The highlight of the evening was a comical sketch of the Club’s first meeting in 1954, adapted by Patsy McGovern. Well done to the actors and actress who gave a very fine performance to a packed hall. The evening ended with excellent traditional music from Seamus McGowan and members of local Ceoltas group and dancers from the Emerald Revellers.

Thanks to all who embraced the spirit of the occasion and dressed as in the 50’s and congratulations to Nora McGloin, who won best dressed lady sponsored by the newly opened Arroo Hair Group, Kinlough and Colin Regan, who was chosen as the best dressed gentleman, sponsored by F&F Construction, judge on the day was Clem Prendergast. Thanks also to our other sponsors, B&M DIY Manorhamilton, Edel Hegarty Hair Salon, Creevykeel and Joe & Edel McCarron for supplying raffle prizes and to all those who made the wonderful homemade bread and to the ladies who served it.

Watch out for the DVD on the shelves in the coming weeks!!

Club Jackets and Hoodies
Melvin Gaels Club Clothing (hoodies, polo shirts and jackets) are now available from Noel McGowan's Spar Shop.

Club Notes 13.08.2009

2009-08-13T08:14:00.000+01:00

Senior Championship
The seniors qualified for the Championship quarter finals even though they were beaten by Glencar/Manorhamilton by five points on Sunday evening last.

The Gaels were very lucky to qualify and will have to improve a lot if they are to progress any further.

We saw two very different Gaels teams in this game . In the first half, they looked hungry and led by a point at the break and but for some hard luck could have been further ahead, having hit the upright twice.

In the second half Glencar/Manorhamilton played all the good football and it looked as if the Gaels had gone home.

Nevertheless we are in the quarter final and now face an in form Kiltubrid and will need to produce the kind of football we all know they are capable of playing.

Junior Championship
On Saturday evening it is the turn of the Juniors again and they take on St Marys in Ballinaglera.

Throw in for this game is 7pm.

Lotto
The numbers drawn in the Melvin Gaels lotto draw held in Mc Gloins Anglers Rest on Sunday night were 2,7,14 and 16

There was no Jackpot winner.

Other winners were- €40 Gerry Mc Gurran, Agharrow, Kinlough, €20 each- Pauric Feely,

Kinlough, Francis Mc Gowan, Kinlough and Sharon Connolly, Parke, Kinlough.

Next draw in The Home, Rossinver on Sunday August 23.

Jackpot €3,900.00

Congratulations
The club would like to congratulate Marie Gilmartin who got married to Sean Garvey from Ballinlough, Co Roscommon.

Marie is a former Chairperson of the Club.

Club Jackets and Hoodies
Melvin Gaels Club Clothing (hoodies, polo shirts and jackets) are now available from Noel McGowan's Spar Shop.

Club Notes 04.08.2009

2009-08-04T11:10:00.000+01:00

Junior Championship
On Monday afternoon the Gaels junior team travelled to Leitrim Village where they took on Bornacoola in the first game in the Junior A Championship.

They came away with a draw having played second best in the first half and dominating the second. The final score was Melvin Gaels 0-10, Bornacoola 0-10.

Bornacoola got off to a great start and recorded eight points in a row before the Gaels got off the mark, scoring two late points before the break.

Bornacoola got the first score of the second half and looked odds on to take both points.

The Gaels then started to play some good football and took control. They could have won the game, but for a number of bad wides.

The Gaels will be happy to have got a draw from this game but will know they must improve if they are to advance in the championship.

Senior Championship
The seniors are back in action on Sunday evening next when they take on Glencar/Manorhamilton, neighbours and county champions, in the next game in the championship.

The throw in for this game in Pairc Sean is 6.30pm.

A good crowd of supporters on the evening would be great.

Good luck to all the lads.

Club Jackets and Hoodies
Melvin Gaels Club Clothing (hoodies, polo shirts and jackets) are now available from Noel McGowan's Spar Shop.

Lotto
Results for 26th July 09: Jackpot €3800

Gilbrides Bar, Rossinver
No Jackpot winner
Numbers: 2, 3, 5, 17
Other winners-
€40 Cathal McCrann, Tooman, Gortletteragh
€20 Aisling Gilbride, Rossinver
€20 Shannon, c/o The Diamond Bar, Tullaghan
€20 Barbour Regan, Kinlough
Next Draw -Jackpot-€3850 on 9th August 09 in The Anglers Rest, Kinlough

Club Notes 27.07.2009

2009-07-27T19:07:00.007+01:00

Championship Starts
The seniors got a draw against Allen Gaels on Saturday evening in Pairc Sean in the first of their games in the 2009 Championship.

Melvin Gaels played a first half in this game that they will want to forget quickly.

The team looked nervous and Allen Gaels took full advantage and went into the break leading by seven points. 2-3 to 0-2. The Gaels scored another ‘point’ which was first given and then taken away. This looked a good score to many.

In the second half Melvin Gaels looked much better and got an early goal from Gareth Phelan and the game then became much more of a contest.

Going into the last few minutes Allen Gaels were leading by four points and looked odds on to win. The Melvin Gaels got a point to leave only a goal in it with many north Leitrim supporters heading for the gate . Then Paul Og Ferguson scored a goal, after a fantastic piece of play, that will be remembered for a long time and left the Melvin Gaels supporters heading home happy, with a draw that appeared very unlikely at half time.

It was a great team performance in the second half, well done to all.

The final score was Melvin Gaels 2-7 Allen Gaels 2-7.

The seniors have no game this weekend, but the Juniors start their campaign next Monday at 2pm in Leitrim Village when they take on Bornacoola.

Sympathy
The Club extends deepest sympathy to the Tiffoney family on the death of Terry’s mother Kate last week

May She Rest in Peace.

Sponsors
Thanks to Seanie Mc Eniff, Holyrood Hotel, Bundoran who sponsored a new set of jerseys etc for the Club this year and also to Manorhamilton Livestock Marts who sponsored a set of Hoodies for the players.

Gareth Phelan, Seanie McEniff, Fabian McMorrow

Fabian McMorrow with Manor Livestock Marts sponsor

Club Jackets and Hoodies
Melvin Gaels Club Clothing (hoodies, polo shirts and jackets) are now available from Noel McGowan's Spar Shop.

Congratulations
All at Melvin Gaels wish to congratulate Jason and Gemma Regan on the birth recently of their baby girl Mia, the 1st grandchild for Ollie and Maureen Regan, Laughta and first Great-Grandchild for Oliver and Mae Regan, Derryloughan. Jason was on the winning Melvin Gaels Senior team who won the Championship in 1998 and is a nephew of Colin Regan, long-time senior player.

Lotto
Results for 26th July 09: Jackpot €3800

Gilbrides Bar, Rossinver
No Jackpot winner
Numbers: 2, 3, 5, 17
Other winners-
€40 Cathal McCrann, Tooman, Gortletteragh
€20 Aisling Gilbride, Rossinver
€20 Shannon, c/o The Diamond Bar, Tullaghan
€20 Barbour Regan, Kinlough
Next Draw -Jackpot-€3850 on 9th August 09 in The Anglers Rest, Kinlough

Melvin Gaels 1959 Golden Jubilee Celebrations
On Sunday August 2nd the Gaels will celebrate the First Championship win of 1959.

Everyone, young and old, in the area is asked to come out and celebrate with the Club, by dressing up ‘Fifties Style’ and taking part in the celebrations.

The events for the day are as follows

5.00pm Special Celebration Mass
5.50pm Unveiling of Plaque to the Late Gerald Gilmartin's by Padraig White (son of Melvin Gaels chairman at the time)
6.00pm Exhibition match re-inacting the 1959 final
7.00pm Tea and home baking in Community Centre
7.30pm Traditional music by local children
8.00pm Sketch of Melvin Gaels 1st Club meeting
8.30pm Traditional music with local Ceoiltas Group + Ceili Mor.

Anyone who wishes to help out is very welcome to do so.

Club Notes 21.07.2009

2009-07-22T09:27:00.005+01:00

Game v Gortletterragh

The Seniors had another good win on Saturday evening when they took on Gortletteragh in Melvin park.

The Gaels were in control of this game from the start and led at halftime with three points from Conor Sheridan, two from frees, and points from Paul Brennan and Daniel Branley. The score at the break was Melvin Gaels 0-5, Gortletterragh 0-2.

In the second half the Gaels continued with two good points from Gareth Phelan and Colin Regan and three good points from frees from Conor Sheridan

The final score was Melvin Gaels 0-10, Gortletterragh 0-5.

Championship Begins

The Senior championship starts for the Gaels on Saturday evening when the Gaels take Allen Gaels in the first game in Pairc Sean at 7.30pm.

Good Luck to all the lads and mentors Val Barbour and Joe.

Good Luck Dessie

The club wishes Good Luck and Best wishes to Dessie Sheridan who has retired from An Garda Siochana.

Dessie is a hard worker for the Gaels and hopefully will continue with this .

There will be a function to mark Dessie’s retirement in the Allingham Arms, Bundoran on Friday night.

Melvin Gaels 1959 Golden Jubilee Celebrations

On Sunday August 2nd the Gaels will celebrate the First Championship win of 1959.

Everyone, young and old, in the area is asked to come out and celebrate with the Club, by dressing up ‘Fifties Style’ and taking part in the celebrations.

The events for the day are as follows

5.00pm Special Celebration Mass
5.50pm Unveiling of Plaque to the Late Gerald Gilmartin by Padraig White (son of Melvin Gaels chairman at the time)
6.00pm Exhibition match re-inacting the 1959 final
7.00pm Tea and home baking in Community Centre
7.30pm Traditional music by local children
8.00pm Sketch of Melvin Gaels first Club meeting
8.30pm Traditional music with local Ceoltas Group + Ceilí Mór.

Club Notes 14.07.2009

2009-07-14T14:39:00.002+01:00

Melvin Gaels 1959 Golden Jubilee Celebrations

On Sunday August 2nd the Gaels will celebrate the First Championship win of 1959.

Everyone, young and old, in the area is asked to come out and celebrate with the Club, by dressing up ‘Fifties Style’ and taking part in the celebrations.

The events for the day are as follows

5.00pm Special Celebration Mass
5.50pm Unveiling of Plaque to the Late Gerald Gilmartin by Padraig White (son of Melvin Gaels chairman at the time)
6.00pm Exhibition match re-inacting the 1959 final
7.00pm Tea and home baking in Community Centre
7.30pm Traditional music by local children
8.00pm Sketch of Melvin Gaels first Club meeting
8.30pm Traditional music with local Ceoltas Group + Ceilí Mór.

League Game v St. Marys

The Seniors took on St. Marys in Melvin Park on Saturday evening and secured a badly needed win

This game was played in terrible conditions with constant rain and strong wind blowing.

Scores were hard to come by and both teams found it hard going .In the first half both teams had two scores each, but the Gaels got a well worked goal fisted to the net by Daniel Branley and a good point from Stephen McGurran. The half time score was Melvin Gaels 1-1 St. Marys 0-2.

In the second half the Gaels seemed to cope better with the conditions and thanks to some excellent free taking from Conor Sheridan they secured a deserved win.

Next up for the Gaels is another senior league game against Gortletterragh on Saturday evening at 6.30pm.

Understandably there was a very small crowd at the St Marys game hopefully there will be a big crowd and the sun shines next Saturday.

Good Luck Marcus

Melvin Gaels would like to wish every health and happiness to Garda Marcus Mulligan who retired recently from An Garda Siochana having been stationed in Kinlough and involved with the club for many years.

Lotto

The numbers drawn in the Melvin Gaels Lotto draw held in The Wellington Bar on Sunday night were- 15, 16, 17 and 20.

There was no Jackpot winner.

Other winners were- 40 Euro Austin McGurran, Kinlough; 20 Euro each Stephen O'Brien, Mooncoin; Terry Tiffoney, Glenade; Fabian McMorrow, Rossinver.

Next Draw in Dew Drop Inn, Tullaghan on Sunday July 26 Jackpot 3,800.00 Euro.

Club Notes 29.06.2009

2009-06-29T14:36:00.000+01:00

Shield Game v Annaduff

On Friday evening last the Seniors got back to winning ways when they defeated Annsaduff on a scoreline of 0-11 to 1-4.

The Gaels controlled this game all the way but at times wasted a lot of chances.

The first half was very close and goalkeeper Jesse Mc Guinness pulled of a good save to prevent Annaduff from going into the break ahead.

The second half was not so close and the Gaels went onto a six point lead with Annaduff scoring a penalty with the last kick of the game.

Gaels 1959 Celebrations

On Saturday August 1st the Gaels will celebrate the First Championship win of 1959.

Everyone in the area is asked to come out and celebrate with the Club, by dressing up ‘Fifties Style’ and taking part in the celebrations.

There will be a Mass followed by and evenings entertainment of Football, drama, traditional music and dance.

More details on this will be published in the coming weeks

Lotto

The numbers drawn in the Melvin Gaels Lotto draw held in Gilbrides, Rossinver on Sunday night were- 6, 7, 15 and 19.

There was no Jackpot winner.

Other winners were- 4o Euro, Sean Lipsett, Parke, Kinlough, 20 Euro each Peter Mc Gowan, Kinlough, Sean O Rourke, Tullaghan and Chris Farrell.

Next Draw in The Wellington Bar, Kinlough, on Sunday July 12 Jackpot 3,750.00 Euro.

Club Notes 23.06.2009

2009-06-23T14:31:00.001+01:00

Junior Game v Ballinamore

No joy for the Gaels juniors on Saturday evening in Ballinamore when they were beaten on a scoreline of 1-10 to 0-7.

They take on Aughavas on Sunday at 2pm in Melvin Park.

The seniors take on Annaduff at 8.30pm on Friday in Melvin Park in a Shield game.

Gaels 1959 Celebrations

On Saturday August 1st the Gaels will celebrate the First Championship win of 1959.

Everyone in the area is asked to come out and celebrate with the Club, by dressing up ‘Fifties Style’ and taking part in the celebrations.

There will be a Mass followed by and evenings entertainment of Football, drama, traditional music and dance.

More details on this will be published in the coming weeks.

Fr Bernard Doyle

The Club would like to congratulate Fr Bernard Doyle on the Golden Jubilee of his ordination.

Fr Doyle is a former Gaels player.

There will be a Mass of Thanksgiving in St Patrick’s Church, Kiltyclogher on Friday night at 8pm followed by refreshments in the Community Centre.

Lotto

The numbers drawn in the Melvin Gaels Lotto draw held in the Village Inn, Kinlough on Sunday night were 9,13,15 and 19.

There was no Jackpot winner.

Other winners were, €40 Gordon Mc Gowan, Kinlough, €20 each, Mary Lipsett, Parke, Kinlough, Sonny Scallon, Kinlough and Jimmy Sturgeon, Aghaderrard, Kinlough.

Next Draw in Gilbride’s Rossinver on June 28, Jackpot €3,700.00.

Club Notes 15.06.2009

2009-06-15T14:29:00.002+01:00

Games at Weekend

There was no luck for the Gaels at the weekend when the Juniors were beaten by Leitrim Gaels on Saturday evening in Melvin Park on a score line of Melvin Gaels, 1-4, Leitrim Gaels 1-12.

In Mohill on Sunday the seniors were beaten by the home side. Final score was Mohill 1-12, Melvin Gaels 0-9.

This weekend the Juniors travel to Ballinamore for a League game at 6.30pm.

Sympathy

The Club extends deepest sympathy to the Sheerin family, Laughta on the recent sad and sudden death of Padraig.

Sympathy is also extended to the Sheridan family on the death of Catherine’s father, Francis O Reilly, Moyne, Co Longford.

May they rest in peace.

Lotto

The numbers drawn in the Melvin Gaels Lotto draw held in the Village Inn, Kinlough on Sunday night were 9,13,15 and 19.

There was no Jackpot winner.

Other winners were, €40 Gordon Mc Gowan, Kinlough, €20 each, Mary Lipsett, Parke, Kinlough, Sonny Scallon, Kinlough and Jimmy Sturgeon, Aghaderrard, Kinlough.

Next Draw in Gilbride’s Rossinver on June 28, Jackpot €3,700.00.

Club Notes 26.05.2009

2009-05-26T14:46:00.001+01:00

Junior game v Dromahaire

The juniors suffered their first defeat in Division 4 League on Sunday in Melvin Park.

There was a gale force wind blowing which made good football difficult.

The Gales had the benefit of the wind in the first half but failed to put enough scores on the board

The second half was fairly even, but Dromahaire finished stronger

The final score was Melvin Gaels 1-9, Dromahaire 1-11.

The Juniors have another League game against Kiltubrid in Melvin Park on Saturday evening.

Throw in for this game is 6.30pm.

Leitrim V Roscommon

Melvin Gaels wish Good Luck to all the Leitrim lads in the big game in Pairc Sean on Sunday.

Best Wishes Shauna

Best wishes and a speedy recovery to Shauna Ryan who suffered an unfortunate injury playing for her school recently.

Lotto

At the Melvin Gaels Lotto draw held in the Melvin Hotel on Sunday night ,the jackpot of €3550 was not won .:
Other winners were-
€40 Liam Kelly, Kinlough
€20 Dee Hughes, Kinlough
€20 Yvonne Keaney, c/o the Home, Rossinver
€20 Aisling & Kyle McCaffrey, c/o Gilbrides, Rossinver

Next draw: The Diamond Bar, May 31 jackpot €3,600.

Club Notes 18.05.2009

2009-05-18T22:17:00.000+01:00

Shield Game v Aughawillan
On Saturday evening the Seniors travelled to Aughawillan and came away with a win.

The Gaels had the bare fifteen players, but produced a good performance and got a deserved victory.

The Gaels led at halftime m 0-7 to 0-5.

In the second half a great penalty save from Jesse Mc Guinness, stopped the home side drawing level.

Final score was Melvin Gaels 0-13, Aughawillan 0-7.

The Gaels team was:
Jesse Mc Guinness, Anthony Tiffoney, Stephen Clancy, Blaine Mulligan, Patrick Mc Gowan, Fabian Mc Morrow, Joe Mc Gowan, Colin Regan, BB Brennan, Paul Mc Gurran, Conor Sheridan, James Bredin, Fergal Gallagher, Thomas Lipsett and Gareth Phelan.

Junior Game v Bornacoola
The Juniors travelled to Bornacoola on Sunday and recorded another good league win.

The Gaels are still unbeaten in the Junior league and they made sure to keep this great run going in Bornacoola.

There were some great scores taken in this game with the highlight great goal from Fergal Gallagher.

There was some good goalkeeping from Peter O Reilly , once again with a good performance from the whole team.

The team was: Peter O Reilly, Shane Mc Carron, Joe Mc Gowan, Sean Kilkenny, Blaine Mulligan, Anthony Tiffoney, Shane Ryan, Daniel Branley Bernard Mc Gowan, Packie Hill, Jesse Mc Guinness, James Bredin, Thomas Lipsett, Declan roper and Fergal Gallagher.

Subs used: Gary Mc Gurran, Kevin Corby, Peter Mc Gowan and Gary Morris.

Games at the weekend
On Saturday evening the seniors travel to Drumreilly for a Shield game at 6.30pm. On Sunday the Juniors are at Melvin Park where they take on Dromahaire in the Junior League.

Throw in for this game is 12 noon.

Lotto Draw Melvin Gaels Lotto
At the Melvin Gaels Lotto draw held in the Melvin Hotel on Sunday night ,the jackpot of €3550 was not won .:
Other winners were-
€40 Liam Kelly, Kinlough
€20 Dee Hughes, Kinlough
€20 Yvonne Keaney, c/o the Home, Rossinver
€20 Aisling & Kyle McCaffrey, c/o Gilbrides, Rossinver

Next draw: The Diamond Bar, May 31 jackpot €3,600.