Western Gaels Annual Lotto
Our Annual Club Lotto memberships are due for renewal at the end of March so each member by now should have received their renewal packs in the past week so we would hope for each and every member’s continued support for the coming year. It is the main income generator on an annual basis for our club and we believe its a good value membership that gets you 3 chances to win each and every week. Your local lotto club rep will be calling to each member over the next couple of weeks to hopefully renew your membership for 2016.
A special draw for all renewed annual ticket holders will take place on Saturday 2nd April with 5 €100 cash prizes up for grabs.
The club extends its thanks to all our members who have renewed their membership already. It is very much appreciated.
Miracle for Doireann Fundraiser Game:
A challenge match will take place this Saturday 26th March at 4.30pm between the Western Gaels and Ballaghaderreen Senior teams at Ballaghaderreen GAA Pitch. All proceeds from the gate will go to towards A Miracle for Doireann. Please come out and support this very worthy cause #amiraclefordoireann
Underage Coaching:
Underage coaching for U 10/8/6 Boys & Girls will take place at the club grounds in Frenchpark from this Saturday morning 26th March at 10.30am :
All new families are welcome to attend and its a great way of getting kids out for some fun and games and learning new skills of the game.
Men’s Football:
U-16 Team:
The Michael Cooney & Sons Ltd sponsored U-16 team played St. Croan’s in round 3 of the league on Sunday morning last in Frenchpark and secured the win. The team are back in action next weekend with an away game against St. Michaels. Check fixtures for confirmed details.
Senior Team:
The Senior team recorded a good away win against Padraig Pearses in the Div 1 league in Woodmount on Sunday afternoon last. See match report for more info;
Team: P Cummins, A Freyne, S Conry, J Brady, T Devine, E Ryan, O Ward(0-1), S McDermott, J Duffy(0-1,45), J MacDonnell(0-2), D Moran(0-5,2f), D Ward, Niall Higgins(0-2), C Cregg(0-4), B Casserley(0-1). Subs: D McGarry, C Casserley, Noel Higgins, C Sampey, S Carroll.
Thanks to all who made the long journey south and supported the team on the day
Ladies Football:
U-16 Ladies:
The U-16 have a busy weekend next weekend with two away games, on Friday morning they travel to Kilglass to take on Kilglass Gaels in round 2 and on Easter Monday they play Kilbride away in round 3. Check fixtures for confirmed details.
Roscommon County Teams:
Well done to our county teams on their respective wins at Minor and U-21 teams over the weekend and to our club rep Aidan Dowd who played on the minor team in their impressive win against Sligo.
Club Merchandise
Western Gaels has a full range of club merchandise available (Polo Tops, jerseys, togs, socks, hoodies, beanie hats, gear bags etc etc) for the new football season which kicks of in a few weeks time. Check out our full range on www.westerngaels.com and is is also available to purchase in Cooney’s Shop in Tibohine and from the Club Shop in Frenchpark. Contact James Ryan 086 8293783 for further information.
Last Man Standing:
Thanks to all who supported our Last Man Standing competitions which commenced at the weekend. There was quiet a few casulties after the 1st round but for all those still left standing you can pick your next team before 12.45pm on 2nd April next on RunLastMan runlastman.com/clubs/Western_Gaels_GAA_Club
Registration
Registration for the 2016 year is now falling due and the deadline for payment to ensure cover under the GAA Player injury scheme is the 31st March.
Adult Players (Over 18’s) Ladies and Men: €100
Families: €100
Non Playing Adult Members: €50
Registration night will be held next friday evening between 8.30-10pm in the clubhouse. Please make a conscious effort to get your membership paid to James Ryan or your team manager so that you have full cover while playing with Western Gaels.