Athlone U9’s host Barna and Clann na nGael.

The future would appear bright for the three clubs which took part in an U9 blitz in Pairc Chiaran on Sunday morning.  Athlone welcomed our neighbours from across the Shannon, Clann na NGael and the men from just west of Galway city, Barna.

Each club fielded two ten-a-side teams and the determination and skill shown by all was a joy to behold. Each game was evenly contested and the only winner on the day was football.  For Athlone it was a pleasure to have such good young footballers from Roscommon and Galway come and test their skills against us on our home soil. Athlone and Clann na nGael have a long established relationship in terms of underage blitzes and long may it continue.  Former Coosan NS principal Michael Lydon was in charge of Barna and not surprisingly they were a well drilled and talented side.

From an Athlone point of view it was evident that great progress is being made by this group of players. Practice makes perfect and the more time these young men practise their catching and kicking (especially at home!) the better they will become.  All players and parents were treated to some well-deserved refreshments in the clubhouse afterwards.  The good behaviour and manners of all the young men, both on the field and in the clubhouse afterwards, was something their parents should be rightly proud of.

A big ‘Thank You’ to the 20 plus volunteers who worked hard on Sunday morning in car-parks, kitchens and on pitches to ensure the blitz ran smoothly and to those who brought food etc. Much appreciated.

Our U8’s and U10’s host St Lomans, Mullingar next Saturday morn in another ‘Go Games’ blitz. Details to be confirmed.

Athlone Blues- Rory Slevin, Antonio Canton-Quinn, Liam Ambrose, Cian Mannion, Paddy Stokes, Daniel Donegan, Fearghal Kelly, Micheal Cunningham, Harry Cunningham, Jack Costello, Evan Martin-Cummins.

Athlone Whites- Cillian Silke, Sean Collins, Caimin Gunning, Isaac Mulvihill-Wilkins, Sam Meegan, Ruairi Nicholson, Conor McEnroe, Aodhan Fallon, Frank Pettit, Sachin Sundaresen, Fionn Macken, Joe Sullivan, Conor Johnson.

Boys U14 Championship

Congratulations to our u14 squad who had a hard fought win against Millmore Gaels on Thursday last in the Championship. Trailing by 7 points with 10 minutes to go the lads dug deep and never gave up and came out with a fantastic victory. Credit must go to both sets of players on a superb game of football. Up next are St Lomans in the final round.

Congratulations

Congratulations to the Westmeath Camogie team who won the All-Ireland Intermediate Championship after a superb second half comeback against Galway in the final in Croke Park on Sunday. Well done to everybody involved and best of luck in Senior Championship next year.

Congratulations also to Tom and Paschal and all the crew in The Bounty who celebrated 10 years in business recently. Thanks for all the support you’ve given to the club over the years and best of luck for the next 10 years and beyond.

Vote of Sympathy

A vote of sympathy to the Tierney Family, Montree.

Underage Training

Football for boys and girls age 4-12 takes place every Sunday morning from 11.30-12.30 in Pairc Chiarain. New players of all abilities very welcome, first year is free and bring a friend for fun, fitness and friendship. Any queries contact Joe Fallon at 086 8846731

 Club Gear

Our club gear including training tops, tracksuits, jerseys, shorts and socks is now available online at www.athlone.gaa.ie  Any queries contact Teresa Small at 087 6799472.

 Lotto Results

There was no winner of this week’s jackpot of €4,800

The numbers drawn were 12, 15, 22, 23 and there was 3 match 3 winners: 

Michael Heavin c/o Mags Clan, 

Irene Gill c/o Online and 

Amby c/o Amby

Next week’s jackpot will be €4,950.  Play online at www.athlone.gaa.ie

Bingo

Bingo takes place in the Clubhouse every Thursday at 8.30pm Loads of cash prizes.  Everyone welcome.

Championship:

Our senior men begin their 2019 Senior Championship campaign when they take on Tyrrellspass in Moate this Saturday, July 13th, throw-in at 6pm, while our junior side host neighbours Garrycastle in their opening JFC game in Páirc Chiaráin at 11.30am on Sunday morning.  Please support the lads in these important games.

This Week’s Underage Fixtures:

Wednesday 10th July

Minor Boys’ League Championship Division 2: Athlone v.  Garrycastle, league division 2 at 7pm, Páirc Chiaráin

Thursday 11th July

U14 Girls’ League Championship Group 2: Athlone v. Shandonagh at 7pm, Páirc Chiaráin

U14 Boys’ League Championship Group 1: Athlone v. Lilliput Gaels at 7pm, Páirc Chiaráin

Sunday 14th July

Minor Boys’ League Championship Division 2: Athlone v St. Mary’s at 11am, Rochfortbridge

Monday 15th July

U16 Championship Division 2B: Athlone v. Cill Óige at 7pm, Rosemount

Tuesday 16th July

U16 Girls’ League Championship Group 3: Athlone v. St. Mary’s at 7pm, Páirc Chiaráin

Best of luck to Southern Gaels Under 14s in the Division 2 League Final against Longford Slashers in Cusack Park on Tuesday the 9^th of July, especially the 10 Athlone GAA dual players involved.

Kellogs Cúl Camps 22-26th July in Athlone GAA: The Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camps for boys and girls age 6 to 13 takes place in Athlone GAA from Monday 22nd- Friday 26th July. It's an action-packed and fun-filled week of activity which revolves around maximising enjoyment and sustaining participant involvement in Gaelic Games. Each child gets club gear including jersey, backpack and training top. Cost €60 for 1st child; €55 for 2nd child; €45 for 3rd and subsequent children.

GM&O

Gaelic for Mothers and Others continues every Monday at 8.30pm.  New players very welcome, ladies come along any Monday evening or contact Joan at 087 6493941.

Club Gear

Our club gear including half zip training tops, tracksuits, hoodys, jackets, jerseys, shorts and socks is now available online at https://nam03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=www.athlone.gaa.ie&data=01%7C01%7Ccosmall%40paypal.com%7C4ada7bb6e7914be8cd0308d703180372%7Cfb00791460204374977e21bac5f3f4c8%7C1&sdata=s73%2FoKc%2FtbptMN%2Fwfgo7pPtQS9wUMh6%2F2DRFptp0H4U%3D&reserved=0  Shorts and socks are available in the Clubhouse, contact Teresa Small at 087 6799472.

Lotto Results

There was no winner of this week’s jackpot of €3,450 The numbers drawn were 8-10-19-24 There was 5 match 3 winners:

Cozzie co Amby

Oliver Dwyer c/o T Small

Imelda Murphy c/o Mags Clan

Padraig O Rourke c/o POR

Egbert Moran c/o P Devaney

Next week’s jackpot will be €3,600, Play online for only €15 for ten weeks.

Bingo

Bingo takes place in the Clubhouse every Thursday at 8.30pm Loads of cash prizes.  Everyone welcome.

Votes of Smypathy:

The Egan Family, Arcadia.

The Cassells Family, Glasson.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a n-anam.

Athlone GAA Golf Society

Society Results of Captains John Cummins prize.
Our golf society had a very successful outing in Tullamore Golf Club on Saturday last played in excellent weather.
Results.
1st Tommy McTiernan
2nd Sheila Geraghty.
3rd Lizzy O'Sullivan
4th Paul Connellan.
Visitor Kevin Allen.
Front Nine Norin O'Rourke
Back Nine Ray Connellan.
Nearest the pin Paul Connellan

U12 Football

Our U12 footballers played Maryland-Tang in a pulsating local Derby on Tuesday evening last. Three first half goals had Athlone leading at the interval on a scoreline of 3-00 to 0-08. Maryland up the tempo in the second half and took the lead midway through the half. However Athlone did not give in and a fine goal from Adam Casey put them back in the driving seat with a few minutes to play. However deep in injury time Maryland-Tang centre back stormed up the field to stick the ball to the back of the net and level matters. From the resulting kickout the ref blew it up. A super display from this bunch of players with noticeable performances from Christian O’Brien, Shane Killian, Jack Larkin and Adam Casey. Well done to all players who took part on the evening.

U14 Leinster Feile

Pairc Chiarian hosted and participated in an U14 Leinster Feile Blitz on Saturday. Teams who participated on the day were Sarsfields and Skerries Harps from Dublin, Killoe from Longford and our close neighbours Tubberclair. A feast of football was on show for the afternoon with Skerries Harps deservedly coming out on top with 5 wins from 5. Well done to everyone who helped out on what proved a very successful day in the club. A big thanks also to all the parents who supplied a great selection of food for all the visiting teams, it was greatly appreciated.  Thanks as always to Padraig Devaney, Photographer - see Athlone GAA Official facebook page for photos.

Kellogs Cul Camps 22-26th July in Athlone GAA

Have your registered? If not register at gaa.ie/kelloggsculcamps  Places are filling up fast.

The Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camps for boys and girls age 6 to 13 takes place in Athlone GAA from Monday 22nd- Friday 26th July. It's an action-packed and fun-filled week of activity which revolves around maximising enjoyment and sustaining participant involvement in Gaelic Games. Each child gets club gear including jersey, backpack and training top. Cost €60 for 1st child; €55 for 2nd child; €45 for 3rd and subsequent children. Also pick up a promotional pack of Kellogg’s Corn Flakes or Rice Krispies in stores now and enter the competition to win €5,000 worth of kit for the club.

GM&O

Gaelic for Mothers and Others continues every Monday at 8.30pm.  New players very welcome, ladies come along any Monday evening or contact Joan at 087 6493941. 

Club Gear

Our club gear including training tops, tracksuits, jerseys, shorts and socks is now available online at www.athlone.gaa.ie  Shorts and socks are available in the Clubhouse, contact Teresa Small at 087 6799472.

Lotto Results

There was no winner of this week’s jackpot of €3,300

The numbers drawn were 3, 16, 18, 21

There was 2 match 3 winners: Ruth Martin c/o Mag’s Clan ; Martha c/o L. Roper

Next week’s jackpot will be €3,450, Play online for only €15 for ten weeks.

Bingo

Bingo takes place in the Clubhouse every Thursday at 8.30pm Loads of cash prizes.  Everyone welcome.

Votes of Smypathy

Banks and McDermott Family – Glenwood, Athlone

Heavey Family – Hudson Bay

ACFL Division 1:

Athlone 4-8 Shandonagh 1-17

Our senior team will play in Division 2 of next year’s All County Football League, after being relegated following a draw with Shandonagh in their final league game, played in Shandonagh on Sunday morning.  see match report on left....

Boys U10 St Lomans Tournament

Well done to our u10s boys who competed in the U10 St Loman’s Tournament last weekend. With three great wins in the group stages the lads topped their group and progressed to the cup semi-final where they met a strong St Lomans side. The boys were unlucky to come out on the losing end in what was a great game of football. Every player showed great sportsmanship and commitment and were a credit to their club and their parents. The future is bright for this group of players.

U14 Division 1 League – Athlone 2-11 Millmore Gaels 0-09

Our final league game in Ballymore proved to be our toughest challenge to date. A win for either side would see them progress to the league final. Athlone started the game well and were 3 points to the good midway through the first half, however Millmore hit back and finished the half very strong and went in at the interval 2 points up on a scoreline of 0-08 to 1-03. The second half proved to be Athlone’s best 30 minutes of the year to date. Some fantastic defending limited Millmore to just one point in the second half and this proved to be the backbone to a great victory. The all-important second goal came 15 minutes from time and proved to be the score that put the tie to bed. This was a superb display and sets the lads up for a league final appearance versus St Lomans on Saturday 15^th June at 2pm in Cusack Park. Best of luck in the final and all support would be greatly appreciated.

​​​​​U12 Go Games v St Josephs

The Athlone U12 boys played St. Joseph’s on Wednesday the 29th May. It was a very sporting game and both teams played well. Our lads played with the support of a very strong wind in the 1st half, and went in at the break a few points up. The wind died down in the 2nd half and it made for more entertaining free flowing football. It was a great team performance throughout the game, where Gary Prendergast played well in goals with excellent kickouts, Philip Heavey was prominent in defence where he was always in front of his man and creating opportunities when in possession. Cillian Donlon showed well in attack and his distribution of the ball was excellent in creating scoring opportunities for team mates. The team was as follows: Gary Prendergast, Rory McMickan, Aaron Hardiman, Shane Killian, Jack Larkin, Philip Heavey, Darragh Lough, Adam Casey, Kyle Mahon, Conor Lough, Senan Snow, Cillian Donlon, Joshua Ukatu

Congratulations

A big congratulations to Southern Gaels U14s who made it all the way to the all-Ireland final in their Division in the U14 Hurling Feile last weekend in Cork. Unfortunately luck was not on their side in the final, however this is an amazing achievement and everyone at Athlone GAA club wish them all the best for the future.

Kellogs Cul Camps 22-26th July in Athlone GAA

Have your registered? If not register at gaa.ie/kelloggsculcamps  Places are filling up fast.

The Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camps for boys and girls age 6 to 13 takes place in Athlone GAA from Monday 22nd- Friday 26th July. It's an action-packed and fun-filled week of activity which revolves around maximising enjoyment and sustaining participant involvement in Gaelic Games. Each child gets club gear including jersey, backpack and training top. Cost €60 for 1st child; €55 for 2nd child; €45 for 3rd and subsequent children. Also pick up a promotional pack of Kellogg’s Corn Flakes or Rice Krispies in stores now and enter the competition to win €5,000 worth of kit for the club.

Underage Training

Football for boys and girls age 4-12 takes place every Sunday morning from 11.30-12.30 in Pairc Chiarain. New players of all abilities very welcome, first year is free and bring a friend for fun, fitness and friendship. Any queries contact Joe Fallon at 086 8846731

GM&O

Gaelic for Mothers & Others is back on Monday nights from 8-9pm.  Ladies of all abilities and none very welcome.  Come along to Pairc Chiarain to get fit and have some fun.  Any queries contact Joan at 087 6493941

Club Gear

Our club gear including training tops, tracksuits, jerseys, shorts and socks is now available online at www.athlone.gaa.ie  Any queries contact Teresa Small at 087 6799472.

Lotto Results

There was no winner of this week’s jackpot of €2,850

The numbers drawn were 2, 6, 22, 25

There was 2 match 3 winners: Conal Murray c/o Amby: Nathan & Chloe Duffy c/o L. Roper

Next week’s jackpot will be €3,000

Bingo

Bingo takes place in the Clubhouse every Thursday at 8.30pm Loads of cash prizes.  Everyone welcome.

Athlone 2-14 Killucan 3-10

 Our Division 3 team made it two weekend wins for our men’s teams when they pipped Killucan in an exciting contest played in Páirc Chiaráin on Saturday evening.  Despite missing some regulars due to hurling commitments, this was Killucan’s senior team so it was an excellent win for a young Athlone, many of whom had featured against The Downs 24 hours earlier.

 Conor Rushe marked his adult debut for the club by opening the scoring with a neatly-taken point, but Killucan responded with a goal and quickly added three frees to open up an early five-point lead.  At this stage, it looked like it would be a long night for the Athlone lads, but Rushe brought them back into the game with a nice solo score, before three superb points from Benny Martin, in his first appearance of the year, reduced the gap to the minimum.  A Richie Greene free brought Athlone level, and a long-distance Shane Allen effort looked like giving the home side a surprise half-time lead, but they conceded another soft goal straight from the subsequent kick-out to trail by 2-3 to 0-7 at the break.

 Two more long-range Shane Allen scores, either side of a Killucan free, brought Athlone back to within a point, and they regained the lead when Mark Egan fisted to the net from close range to finish off a brilliant team move.  This lead didn’t last long, however, as the visitors replied with a pointed free, followed by their third goal, to restore their two-point advantage.  Fortunately, as in the Division 1 game on Friday night, Athlone were able to bring in quality replacements from the bench, which helped as Killucan tired.  A brace of Richie Greene frees levelled things up again, and despite briefly falling behind to another Killucan point, further scores from Martin, Greene and Andy Lynam put Athlone two points ahead, 1-14 to 3-6, as the game entered its closing stages.  Killucan fought back with to level things up with a few minutes to play, but when Athlone struck for their second goal, a powerful finish from Darren Costello after another great move, it looked like they had done enough to earn their first win of the campaign.  The visitors had other ideas though and fought back with two very late points, before earning the chance to snatch a draw when they won a free from the 45 with was to be the last kick of the game.  Luckily for the hosts, this free dropped short meaning Athlone hung to win their first game of the campaign by the narrowest of margins, 2-14 to 3-10.

 Athlone:  Conor Devaney, Shane Galvin, James Finlass, Daniel Lynam, Andy Lynam (0-1), Fergal Murray, Niall Doolan, David Fagan, Patrick Munnelly, Mark Egan (1-0), Shane Allen (0-3), Conor Rushe (0-2), Richie Greene (0-4), Benny Martin (0-4), Donagh Prendergast Subs Used:  Declan Byrne, Eoin Maher, Kieran Colclough, Darren Costello (1-0).

Results:-

ACFL Division 1:

Athlone 3-7  The Downs 1-8 (see match reports on left)

ACFL Division 3:

Athlone 2-14 Killucan 3-10 (see match report on left)

U14 Division 1 – Athlone 5-19 v Mullingar Shamrocks 4-10

Our u14s produced their best performance of the year to win an enthralling game of football in Mullingar. Athlone got off to a blistering start with a goal inside 10 seconds. However Shamrocks hit back and on the 15 minute mark were 4 points to the good. Athlone finished the half strong and the sides were deadlocked at 3-05 to 2-08 at half time. Just like the first half Athlone hit the back of the net straight from the throw in. The game was tightly contested throughout and they were some great battles all over the field. Some fantastic point scoring edged Athlone in front at the midway mark of the second half and they never looked back finishing the game very strong. This was a super team effort and sets them up with a final game v Millmore, a win will secure a Division 1 final place. A big thanks to all the parents and familes who travelled over and gave lifts. 

 U12 Go Games

Our U12’s Boys played Cill Óige in Castledaly on Wednesday the 15th. Considering the heat of the evening both teams played some really good free flowing football.

Our team showed great determination and support for each other (from Conor Lough in goals right up to the forward line) and competed for each ball right to the final whistle.  Our defence were tenacious in the tackle and Rory McMickan and Adam Casey were excellent throughout.  Our attack was very dangerous when in front of goal and took their points with great accuracy.

The team line up was as follows:  Conor Lough, Aaron Hardiman, Rory Mcmickan, Adam Casey, Philip Heavey, Kyle Mahon, Darragh Lough, Jack Larkin, Daniel Tierney, Cillian Donlon, Gary Prendergast

We would like to thank the players and management team associated to Cill Oige (Castledaly and Rosemount amalgamation) for a very sporting and fun game of football.

U10 St Lomans Tournament

Our u10 team have been invited to take part in the U10 St Loman’s Tournament on the Monday of the June Bank Holiday Weekend (10^th). This is a very well organised tournament and we were unlucky not to win the final last year. Hopefully we can go one step further this year. Further details will issue by text.

Cul Camps 22-26th July in Athlone GAA

Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camps for boys and girls age 6 to 13 takes place in Athlone GAA from Monday 22nd- Friday 26th July. It's an action-packed and fun-filled week of activity which revolves around maximising enjoyment and sustaining participant involvement in Gaelic Games. Each child gets club gear including jersey, backpack and training top. Cost €60 for 1st child; €55 for 2nd child; €45 for 3rd and subsequent children.

Book online at https://www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie

Underage Training

Football for boys and girls age 4-12 takes place every Sunday morning from 11.30-12.30 in Pairc Chiarain. New players of all abilities very welcome, first year is free and bring a friend for fun, fitness and friendship. Any queries contact Joe Fallon at 086 8846731

GM&O

Gaelic for Mothers & Others is back on Monday nights from 8-9pm.  Ladies of all abilities and none very welcome.  Come along to Pairc Chiarain to get fit and have some fun.  Any queries contact Joan at 087 6493941

Club Gear

Our club gear including training tops, tracksuits, jerseys, shorts and socks is now available online at www.athlone.gaa.ie  Any queries contact Teresa Small at 087 6799472.

Vote of Sympathy

Murray Family – Talbot Avenue

Scanlon Family- Garrycastle

Corless Family – Retreat Park

Keogh Family – Sarsfield Square

Lotto Results

There was no winner of this week’s jackpot of €2,400

The numbers drawn were 1, 14, 20, 26

There was 3 match 3 winners : John Dolan c/o Bingo : Joe Murphy c/o Tony Heavin : Tanya Mulvihill c/o Liam Roper

Next week’s jackpot will be €2,550

Bingo

Bingo takes place in the Clubhouse every Thursday at 8.30pm Loads of cash prizes.  Everyone welcome.

Round 2              

Westmeath U12 Girls League   

Athlone 4-9 Goldsmith Girls 1-5

Athlone under 12 Girls followed up on their first round win over Caulry with a committed a skillful performance against Goldsmith Girls in Pairc Chiarán last week.  In what was a free-flowing and sporting encounter, the Athlone squad ultimately came out on top despite the committed efforts of Athlone's near neighbours.

Anchored by midfielders Gemma Mannion and Ceara Dwyer, Athlone weathered early pressure from the opposition and gradually played their way into a commanding position from which they didn't look back.  At the back, 'keeper' Ciara White snuffed out Goldsmith's forays forward, while the backs division of Sarah Costello, Sammy Okodugha, Sally-Ann Joyce and Emma Boyle ensured that the Goldsmith threat was contained expertly throughout.

As the game progressed, the expert support play of Áine Martin came more to the fore as the Athlone Girls continue to press their advantage.  Up front, Athlone's attack added to the team performance by capitalising on the platform provided by midfield. Emma Killian, Claire McNamara and Ruby O'Leary were committed and tenacious in exchanges with the opposition while Ellie Denby, Sadie Gaffey, Alisha and Ciara White all contributed significantly to what was an excellent overall team performance.

Athlone will play St Joseph's in the next round on Tue 07 May in Pairc Chiarán at 7pm

Athlone Team:  Ciara White; Sarah Costello; Sammy Okodugha; Sally-Ann Joyce; Emma Boyle; Áine Martin; Ceara Dwyer; Gemma Mannion; Ellie Denby; Emma Killian; Claire McNamara; Ruby O'Leary; Sadie Gaffey; Alisha White

U14 Division 1 – Athlone v Garrycastle

Our u14s team made the short trip on May Day to play Garrycastle in the U14 league. Athlone proved too strong for their opposition and ran out comfortable winners. The highlight of the evening was the superb team play throughout. Well done to all 20 players who fielded. That’s 3 wins from 4 and their next outing is versus Moate at home on May 7^th. Best of luck.

Team: Ben Manning, Cillian McGowan, Luke O’Connell, Jeffrey Idahosa, Own McNamara, Luke Whelan, Shane Wheatley, Cathal Hardiman, Josh Kenny, Piaras Rohan, Luke Nicholson, Dano McMonagle, Kian Mitchell, Tiernan Mitchell, Daniel Omokoro, Jason Rushe, Ciaran Finlay, Ian Rushe, Conor Hughes.

Cul Camps 22-26th July in Athlone GAA

Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camps for boys and girls age 6 to 13 takes place in Athlone GAA from Monday 22nd- Friday 26th July. It's an action-packed and fun-filled week of activity which revolves around maximising enjoyment and sustaining participant involvement in Gaelic Games. Each child gets club gear including jersey, backpack and training top. Cost €60 for 1st child; €55 for 2nd child; €45 for 3rd and subsequent children.

Book online at https://www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie

Underage Training

Football for boys and girls age 4-12 takes place every Sunday morning from 11.30-12.30 in Pairc Chiarain. New players of all abilities very welcome, first year is free and bring a friend for fun, fitness and friendship. Any queries contact Joe Fallon at 086 8846731

GM&O

Gaelic for Mothers & Others is back on Monday nights from 8-9pm.  Ladies of all abilities and none very welcome.  Come along to Pairc Chiarain to get fit and have some fun.  Any queries contact Joan at 087 6493941

Club Gear

Our club gear including training tops, tracksuits, jerseys, shorts and socks is now available online at www.athlone.gaa.ie  Any queries contact Teresa Small at 087 6799472.

Lotto Results

There was no winner

The numbers drawn were 2, 12, 17,25

There was 6 match 3 winners

Next week’s jackpot will be €2,250

Vote of sympathy

The Piggott Family - Coosan

Bingo

Bingo takes place in the Clubhouse every Thursday at 8.30pm Loads of cash prizes.  Everyone welcome.