Fixtures

Senior Division 2: Athlone v Maryland away at 3pm Saturday March 14^th

Senior Division 4: Athlone v The Downs away at 11am on Sunday, March 15^th.

Athlone U10 girls will be playing in St. Loman’s on Saturday 14^th March in a blitz starting at 1:30pm

ACFL Division 4

Athlone 2-11 Caulry 4-10

Our juniors began their league campaign when they hosted Caulry in a re-arranged Division 4 fixture in Páirc Chiaráin on Friday night last.  Athlone played very well in patches, but also showed plenty of ring-rustiness and squandered several good goal chances, as well as conceding some soft goals through slack defending, when going down to a frustrating five-point defeat.

Despite opening the scoring in the first minute through a Sean Dowd point, Athlone were second- best early on and trailed by 0-3 to 0-1 after five minutes.  However, they then settled and a Josh Beaumont free, followed by a Fionn Dowd point, brought them level, before three Beaumont scores in quick succession put them 0-6 to 0-3 ahead midway through the half.  Unfortunately, Athlone also missed some good goal chances in this period and they were made to rue these misses when a sloppy turnover in defence led to a pointed Caulry free, which was quickly followed by the game’s opening goal from the subsequent kickout.  A Paul Bannon free brought his side level again, but the visitors then struck for their second goal just before half time, after Athlone had turned the ball over in a good attacking position, to lead by 2-4 to 0-7 at the break.

Early second half points from Josh Beaumont and Sean Dowd reduced the gap to the minimum, but again their opponents hit three to put some daylight between the sides.  Conor Rushe kept Athlone in touch with a well-taken score, before a flowing move led to Josh Beaumont finishing to the net from close range to bring the sides level.  Sean Dowd the put his side in front, and despite Caulry eqaulising soon after, things looked for the home side when Conor Rushe added a second goal after another good move.  This left the scoreline 2-11 to 2-8 in Athlone’s favour with 15 minutes to play, but they were unable to push on in the final quarter, and after conceding a pointed free, they were rocked when Caulry regained the lead with their third goal, after the Athlone defence had been caught napping when another free came back off the post.  A fourth goal soon followed, after more uncertainty in the hosts’ defence and, despite creating several good goal chances of their own in the final minutes, Athlone were unable to add their total and the final score of the game came from a well-struck Caulry 45 in injury time to leave the final score 4-10 to 2-11 in their favour.

Athlone’s next game in Division 4 is away to The Downs at 11am next Sunday morning, while the next outing for the senior squad is against Maryland in Division 2.  This game was originally scheduled for Drumraney at 3pm on Saturday 24th, but may be moved to Páirc Chiaráin on Friday evening so keep an eye on social media for confirmation of this change.

Athlone: John Duddy, Eoin Jordan, Andy Lynam, Niall Doolan, David Fagan, Fergal Murray, Emmet Collins, Patrick Munnelly, Fionn Dowd (0-1), Donagh Prendergast, Sean Dowd (0-3), Conor Rushe (1-1), Josh Beaumont (1-5), Paul Bannon (0-1), Stephen O’Connor  Subs Used: Colin O’Leary, Dermot Bannon, Rory Donnellan, Patrick McGettigan, Richie Greene.

Gaelic4girls

Athlone GAA club will commence Gaelic4girls on Sunday the 15^th March at 12.30pm. This initiative is run in the club by the LGFA Peil na mBan and is open to girls from 8-12 years of age who have played gaelic football before and would like to give it a go. Come along to Athlone on Sunday.   If you have any queries please contact Benny on 087 2842957.

Return of Sunday Morning Training:

Our Sunday morning training returned on Sunday last to great numbers. We had a special guest appearance from the Sam Maguire Cup which provided some great photo opportunities. It was great to see so many new faces in the club and we hope to see everyone again next week. A big thanks to all the mentors and parents who helped out on the day. Don’t forget our colouring competition runs till next week and a winner will be decided then.

2020 Registration:

Registration remains open for new and old members. All players/members must now register online.  We cater to boys and girls age four and upwards, and new members are always welcome. The first year is free in our nursery and u8 programme. Any queries please contact Joe Fallon at (086) 8846731

#fun #fitness #friendship

Lotto Results

There was no winner of this week’s jackpot of €3,600. The numbers drawn were 8, 11, 19 and 25. There was 5 match 3 winners: Alan Varszegi c/o Mag’s Clan, Paul O’Connell c/o L. Roper, Jimmy and Mary Keegan c/o L. Roper, Mary Begley c/o Amby, Karen Healy c/o Mag’s Clan

Next week’s jackpot will be €3,750

Club Gear

Our club gear including training tops, tracksuits, jerseys, shorts and socks is now available online at www.athlone.gaa.ie  A new range of items have been added to the brochure so check it out.

Bingo

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

Vote of Sympathy

The Greene Family – Sarsfield Square

Ar dheis De go raibh a anam

Appointment of New Senior Manager

Athlone GAA Club are delighted to announce the appointment of former Mayo player Liam McHale as our new senior men’s team manager. Liam brings a wealth of experience to the role, having previously served as a coach and selector with several teams, including the Mayo and Roscommon senior teams. We’d like to welcome Liam to the club and we look forward to working with him in 2020 and beyond.

AtAGM takes place in the Clubhouse this Friday 6^th December at 8pm.  Everyone invited to attend.  Please support your Club.

Ladies Division 4 Minor County Final: 

Athlone 6-15 Delvin/St Pauls 3:05

Congratulations to our Minors who defeated Delvin last Sunday to win Div 4 Minor Championship Final.  Well done girls, we are very proud of you all and to their Manager Declan Nugent. See match photos on Athlone GAA Official Facebook page, thanks to Padraig Devaney Photographer.

Team: Wassini Henry, Claire Reidy, Ella Colclough, Amy Joyce, Leah Nugent, Eimear Galvin, Keeva Reid, Brionna Geoghegan,  Kate Faller, Aine DiTullio, Grace McGlynn, Ava Martin, Amy Nugent, Ellen O'Connell, Kate Mannion, Terry Byrne, Lucy Denby, Aoife Dully.

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.

Christmas Party:   Our Children’s Christmas Party takes place this Saturday 7^th December at 4pm.  Colour competition, face painting, fun & games, everyone welcome.

Lotto Results

There was no winner of this week’s jackpot of €1,650.  The numbers drawn were 8-9-15-21. There was 2 match 3 winners:  Six in a Row c/o Richie Daly and Fursa c/o Amby.  Next week’s jackpot will be €1,800. Play online for only €15 for ten weeks.

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

AGM will take place on Friday 6th December at 8.30pm. Everyone welcome

Fixtures

Best of luck to our Minor ladies as they take on Ballycomoyle in the semi final on Sunday 17th November at 12pm in Pairc Chiarain.  Everyone please come along and support the ladies.

Congratulations

Congratulations to the Southern Gaels u16 hurling team on defeating Delvin in the Division 2 championship county final. A super achievement and well done to all players and mentors.

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 €1,950

The numbers drawn were 5, 7, 15 and 27 and there was 9 match 3 winners:

Next week’s jackpot will be €2,100

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

Athlone GAA - Volunteers Wanted 2020 
We are looking for more volunteers to help in the Club in 2020.  Can you assist in any way in any of the following areas - registration, fundraising, child welfare, social media, report writing or selling club gear.  
If you have an hour or two to spare, please call or text Nigel Johnson, Secretary at 086 3326335 or Fergal O'Toole, Chairman at 087 9553041.  #SupportYourClub

Votes of Sympathy

Collins Family – Mullingar

O’Hara Family – Carrick on Shannon

Fixtures

Minors Div 2 Final Saturday 2pm in Rosemount

Athlone v Lilliput Gaels

U14s Div 1 Champsionship Semi Final Sunday 11am in Ballymore

Athlone v Millmore Gaels

U14 Girls County Final Group D

Hard luck to our Athlone U14 Girls in the Group D final on Saturday against Clann Gaels. With five minutes to go we led by two points, but a free kick to Clann Gaels that came off the upright was finished to the net.

Immediately after we conceded a 2^nd goal from the kickout that they didn’t recover from.

Some great performances by all our players in a this very competitive game, the girls gave it everything but luck wasn't on their side. Final score 6-5 to 4-6

Athlone Team:  Lydia Mulvihill, Merisa Kiripati, Chloe Gaffney, Kate Cannon Egan, Abi Joyce, Aine DiTullio, Abby Farrell, Katie Dwyer, Gemma Mannion, Ceara Dwyer, Amy Quinn, Orla Surlis, Kodie Hannon, Aine Martin, Ciara Murphy, Lucy Brett, Sarah McNamara, Aine Galvin, Jillian Begley, Grace McGlynn, Ellie Denby, Ciara Hughes, Sammy Okodugha, Ruby Hardiman, Aobha Kenny

U10 Clann nan Gael Tournament

Our u9/u10 squad made the short trip to Johnstown on Saturday last to compete in the Clann Tournament. 12 teams from Dublin, Sligo, Galway, Westmeath and Roscommon put on a fantastic display of football in what was a superbly competitive competition. Athlone were pitted against Fingallians (Dublin), Roscommon Gaels (Roscommon) and St Brigids (Roscommon). 3 groups games followed for both the u9 and u10 teams. The u10s held a 100% record in the group stages topping their group with the u9s winning two and drawing one to also top their group. The semi-finals of the Cup competitions followed with the u10s facing locals Padraig Pearses and the u9s up against Fingallians. The u10s were narrowly pipped after extra time by the eventual winners Padraig Pearses, where our u9’s lost out to a stronger Fingallians side. The lads put on a superb display of tacking, blocking and teamwork throughout the day and were a credit to their coaches. A big thanks to Clann na nGael for a great day out for all our players and also to their hard work and dedication in organising it. Well done to all involved.

Nursery Training

Football for boys and girls in our nursery programme finished on Sunday last with a great turnout where all players received their end of year medals. This was a great way to finish off a very enjoyable season of football for this group of players. We would to thank all the parents for bringing the kids down week in week out and we look forward to them all returning next year again to Athlone GAA club. A big thanks to all the coaches for their fantastic help throughout the year and all parents and helpers who served teas, coffees and treats on Sunday last.  

Wedding Bells:  

Congratulations and best wishes for a long and happy life to John Connellan and Ailbhe Wright McNamara who were married recently.

Club Gear

Our club gear including rainjackets, hoodys,half zip training tops, tracksuits, jerseys, shorts and socks are now available online at www.athlone.gaa.ie see main page  or www.oneills.com/athlone

Lotto Results

There was no winner of this week’s jackpot of €5,250

The numbers drawn were 3, 20, 28, 30.  There was 4 match 3 winners:

Fergus and Patrick c/o M. Collins,

Michael Galvin c/o T Small,

Niamh Galvin c/o T Small

Ger Kinneavy c/o Seamus Downes.

Next week’s jackpot will be €5,400.

Bingo

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

Cash for Clobber

Thank you so much to everyone who brought a bag or two to the Club last Sunday.  All monies raised goes directly to underage football.

Vote of Sympathy

Murray Family – Talbot Avenue

Carberry Family – Newtowncarberry

Ar dheis De go raibh a n-anam

Lotto Results

There was no winner of this week’s jackpot of €5,100

The numbers drawn were 3,18, 24, 26 and there was 1 match 3 winner: Sonny c/o L. Roper

Next week’s jackpot will be €5,250. Play online for only €15 for ten weeks

Results

U14 Div 1 Championship

Athlone 2-16 St. Lomans Mullingar 3-7

Well done lads, semi final details to follow.

U12 Girls Div 2 County Final

Hard luck to our U12 Girls defeated by a strong Kinnegad side on Saturday.  They gave their all but it wasn’t to be, the future is very bright for this hardworking bunch of girls a credit to their families and the Club.

U14 Girls County Final

Best of luck to our U14 Girls as they take on Clan Gaels in the County Final, date & time to be confirmed.

Club Fundraiser - Cash for Clobber

Get rid of your unwanted clothes, shoes, bags, bed linen, curtains etc.  Place all items in black bags and drop to the Club between 11am-1pm on Sunday.  Please support.

Underage Training

Last training session takes place on Sunday morning from 11.30-12.30 in Pairc Chiarain.  Any queries contact Joe Fallon at 086 8846731

Gaelic for Mothers and Others takes place every Monday at 8pm.  Ladies all ages welcome. Get fit and have a laugh.....

Club Gear

Our club gear including training tops, tracksuits, jerseys, shorts and socks is now available online at www.athlone.gaa.ie or www.oneills.com/athlone

Bingo

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

Save our Hospice

Thanks to everyone who turned out in huge numbers to help at last weekends “Save our Hospice” fundraiser in the Club and collected a huge amount of money.  Please continue to support south Westmeath Hospice as they continue the fight to remain open at www.southmeathhospice.ie