Sean’s Notes

Under 16. Our Under 16 squad on Sunday night last at Threemilehouse put in a five star performance in the Under16 Division 1 championship to overcome a very talented and highly rated Donaghmoyne side. This was an exciting game of football with nothing between the teams from the throw in, our boys managing to secure passage to the semi-final by virtue of their 1 – 9  to 0 – 9  victory; the all important goal coming from midfielder Aidan Ward his long range effort deceiving the Fontenoy net minder. Midfield partner Niall Kearns hit four points while man of the match full forward Adam O Driscoll accounted for his teams other scores to put the gloss on an excellent all round team effort.  The team on duty was, Ryan Connolly, Aaron Mc Nally, Jamie Keenan, Shane Kelly, Niall Murphy, Rian Mc Entee, Ashley Corrigan, Niall Kearns Aidan Ward, Mark Murphy, Sean Grant, Ryan Hughes, Patrick Mc Phillips, Adam O Driscoll, Dylan Mc Nally, James Connolly, and Ryan Mc Elvaney Oisin Mc Kenna.

Sean Mc Dermotts – Under 21 League Div III finalists 2013

Under 21.  Despite their best efforts our Under 21 side were comprehensively beaten in the Division 3 under 21 final in Cremartin on Wednesday night last. On this occasion our boys had no answer to a rampant and slick Blackhill side. For the record the 2013 Under 21 panel was Conor Freeman,Jamie Mc Elvaney,Ryan Mc Guinness,Colin Mc Elvaney,Brian Mc Quaid,Mathew Mc Cabe,Conor Mc Elroy,James Mc Aleer, Sean Freeman,Danny Mc Nally,David Mc Kenna, Pearse Murphy,Kevin Mc Mahon,Dwayne Mc Caffrey,Conor Kearns, Gavan Baxter, Shane Hagan, Shane Larkin .

Ulster Final Congratulations….Tickets: Well done to both Monaghan Senior and Minor Football panels and their management teams on securing their place in the Ulster Final on July 21^st. Tickets for this unique occasion of two teams representing our county on Ulster Final day will no doubt be in great demand. Club members and supporters therefore who wish to order tickets through the club should let club secretary Conor Mc Elvaney know of their requirement ASAP. Conor can be contacted on 085-7887307 after 5.00pm each evening.

GAA Merchandise: A wide range of Monaghan GAA Merchandise including the recently unveiled newly design county Jersey is available from Club Monaghan; merchandise manager Seamus Mc Meel 086-8981711 will be happy to fill your every requirement. Visit www.monaghangaa.ie/club-monaghan/ to view the range of stock on offer.

Juvenile Fundraiser. Our 5/10 Km Walk & Fun Run to raise funds for the promotion of underage football and coaching in the club takes place on Saturday 13^th July. Registration is from 5.30pm at the complex with the walk/ run commencing at 7 o’clock around local roads. We hope everyone will make this a family occasion to participate, whether that be as a serious runner/ walker or the casual stroller enjoying the fresh air. A great social night follows with a Barbeque and live music in the Social centre after whatever circuit chosen is completed. As I say we hope everyone will make the effort to participate, as well as encouraging and supporting our young juveniles when they come calling seeking sponsorship.

Under 8/10    Coaching for everyone in this age category continues on Wednesday evenings from 6.45 to 7.30pm and on Saturday mornings from 10.00 -11.00am.

Ceili Dancing. Ceili dancing classes continue in the complex this Sunday at the usual time of 6.30pm -7.30pm. Paula, Edel & Michelle look forward to seeing all their regulars there.

Cultural Night: We look forward to our next Traditional Irish Music session. This occurs on Friday 12th July, the 2nd Friday of the month. So remember, keep the 2nd Friday free, everyone is welcome to this terrific night’s entertainment! Refreshments served. We look forward to seeing you all there

Totto. The numbers 8, 2,4,7,3,1,5,6, drawn on Monday night last for a jackpot prize of €9,100 were not correctly forecast. The lucky dip winners were. Emma Mc Elvaney Drumuck,Laurence Hughes,Eileen Maguire Clones,Christina Martin Killyvane,Bernard Connolly,Sarah Mc Grory Monaghan,The Monte Carlo,Margaret Flynn Smithboro, Mary Mc Entee Coolcoragh. Next week’s (Week 28) jackpot is €9,200.