Calendars: The calendars have been a great success, if you haven’t got yours yet there are a few left in SuperValu. A big thanks to Martina Holland for her expertise and to Seamus McQuillan for the use of his photographs your support as always is appreciated.
Congratulations to Fintan Kelly who competed in his first game for the county on Sunday in the Dr. McKenna cup. Monaghan were victorious in an often one sided affair. Fintan played well and dealt with most things that came his way comfortably. Playing the full seventy minutes lets hope we see plenty more of Fintan in this campaign. The next match promises to be a much more competitive affair against Donegal in Ballybofey at 2pm on Sunday. Good luck to Fintan and the rest of the team.
Ulster Scór na nÓg Final: Best wishes to Colm Kirke from the Clones club with his recitation “The cross eyed Monaghan Hurler” taking part in the Scór na nÓg finals in Derry Saturday next 12th January 2013. The very best of luck Colm we’re all rooting for you.
Clones GAA has backed an exciting new health challenge to its members … ‘Off the Booze and On the Ball’, which was launched in Croke Park recently. This fun challenge with a healthy twist invites participants to abstain from alcohol for the month of January and in doing so seek sponsorship to go towards our GAA club. Participants are also encouraged to engage in some new exercises that help them reach their recommended weekly activity levels during the month, and hopefully beyond. Contact Joe Monaghan our ASAP officer for more details. You don’t have to be a member to take part, give Joe a call, Operation Transformation GAA style.
Mouth-Guards: From 1st of January 2013 it will be compulsory in all football matches and practice for all age grades up to and including minor to wear a Mouth Guard. No player will be allowed to participate in training or matches without one. The official GAA & GPA Mouth Guard is now available from SuperValu Clones for a fantastic €7.
Annual Awards Presentation Night in the Hillgrove Hotel on Saturday 19th January 2013 with Michael Duignan former Offaly Hurler, All Ireland winner and Sunday Game analyst will be guest speaker. Chairman Tom Kelly is receiving his Senior Club Official of the year award. There are tickets available so if you’d like to be there you can do so by contacting Secretary Kevin Lynch.
Dinner Dance a note for your brand new 2013 diaries everyone. The annual dinner dance takes place in the Creighton on the 16th of February tickets are sure to be at a premium on account of the presence of Dr. Ward himself. For those of us of the romantic persuasion Yes this doubles as bringing the love of your life for a romantic dinner on Valentines weekend. If you need a club tie contact Joanne.
Membership: Note to all that membership is now due. Players membership is €20, Ordinary membership €10, Juvenile €5 and Family Membership €25. This is payable to the registrar Karen McKenna before the 31st March.
Lotto Results: Jackpot €6,100. Numbers drawn: 1,12,17 & 23. No Winner, Lucky dip prize winners, Dan Burke, McClaves, Stan Kelly Millbrook, Patrick McCarville, Creighton Hotel, Sean McDonald Cloncloghey NTB and Marie McGovern, C/O Terry Lennon. Sellers prize McClaves. Next draw in the Cosy Monday night. Jackpot €6,200.
By michael Thu 10th Jan
