Please note that the Bord na nÓg AGM will take place this Friday night (15th), at 8.30pm, in Tacú. You are kindly asked to come along and attend this meeting.
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By Billy Horan, Club PRO The weekly Monday night Lotto draw has been Ballinrobe GAA Club’s primary source of revenue for the past 23 years. Treasurers invariably acknowledged their indebtedness in annual reports and further club improvements could be contemplated. The current economic reality, however, has blunted the impact of the Lotto as a fund-raising medium and the 50:50 draw has become the more inviting financial source. Ballinrobe GAA Club bowed to the inevitable, holding its final Lotto draw in Inch’s Bar on Main Street on Monday night, January 4, and the new approach will be ushered in John O’Hare’s Bar, Cornmarket, tonight (Monday, January 11) at 10.30pm. Gary Keane, Killimor, The Neale, was the final jackpot winner. His selection of the numbers 6, 9, 12 and 16 gained him €19,000 in the draw held on Monday, August 17, 2015. The demise of the Lotto was fittingly noted by the holding of a special draw and the lucky entrants were: Des May, The Neale Road (€500); Jerome Varley, Cross (€500); Joe Mulroe, c/o Art’s Bar (€250); Tracey Finnegan, Castlebar (€250); Fionn O’Loughlin, Clonbur Road (€250); Fergal O’Loughlin, Killoshine (€250); Shane Kelly, Ballinrobe (€100); Hilary Flannery, Rahard (€100); Martin Browne, c/o Cummins’ Hardware (€100); Joan Shaughnessy, Kilmaine (€100); Denis Kelleher, The Neale Road (€100); John Tiernan, Convent Road (€100); Michael Keane, Carrowkeel (€100); Elaine Macken, Main Street (€100); Iarla Reilly, Castlebar Road (€100); and Pat Guckian, Abbey Street (€100). In-house winners: Ita Cawley, Monica Niland, John Niland, and Willie Connolly. Spot-prizes, sponsored by Inch’s Bar: Denis Kelleher and Kathleen Fahy.
Dear Club Member, As some of you will be aware our long running GAA Club Lotto came to an end last Monday night, congratulations to the winners of the numerous prizes given out at the last draw in Inch’s. As a club we also take this opportunity to thank everyone who has bought tickets over the years for their valued support, along with this we were very reliant on our lotto selling teams and local outlets that sold so many tickets over the years and for this we as a club are extremely grateful for all the hard work provided. A new era begins next Monday night as Ballinrobe GAA Club launches its 50/50 draw in John O Haire’s Pub, Cornmarket. The first draw will take place at 10.30pm on the night. Ballinrobe GAA 50/50 tickets are on sale from all usual outlets around the town, and as a club we will continue to sell at weekends around the local public houses to any interested parties. As a club we are lucky enough to possess a large and committed group of members, vital sources of fund raising are crucial to ensure the club can continue to improve at all levels. In this regard we would appreciate all support given to this new initiative. Finally on behalf of the club, we wish the very best for the coming year to all members and hope for a successful 12 months for all our players and mentors Donal McCormack, Runai — Ballinrobe GAA Club Ballinrobe, Co. Mayo www.BallinrobeGAAClub.com Twitter: @ballinrobegaa Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/BallinrobeGAAFanPage
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Patron: Canon Conal Eustace P.P. President: Billy Horan (094) 95 41170, (086) 0577 286 Chairman: Declan Corcoran (087) 644 1362 Vice-Chairman: Liam Horan (087 9185 867) Secretary: Donal McCormack (087) 661 1137 Assistant Secretary: David Conway (086) 859 8144 Treasurer: John Gilrane (087 699 6135) Assistant Treasurer: Gerry Donnelly (087 299 7021) PRO: Billy Horan (094) 95 41170, (086) 0577 286 Mayo GAA Board delegate: Declan Corcoran (087) 644 1362 Players’ Rep: James Quinn (087) 691 6862 South Mayo GAA Board delegates: Johnny Buckley (087) 672 0308 and Billy Horan (094) 95 41170, (086) 0577 286 Oifigeach na Gaeilge / Culture Officer: Billy Horan (094) 95 41170, (086) 0577 286 Coaching Committee Chairman: Martin O’Connor (087 922 1412) A.S.A.P. Officer: Padraic Costello Snr (087 686 8099) Pitch Committee Chairperson: Sean Murphy (087) 270 6850 Lotto Officer: Michael Coyne (087) 632 4682 Child Protection Officer: Tom Carney (086) 321 6992 Club Designated Person: Declan Corcoran (087) 644 1362 Health & Safety Officer: Ronan Macken (087 130 6946) Robe Rockets Co-ordinator: Declan O’Loughlin (087) 206 3863 Equipment Officer: Gerry Murphy (087) 782 5393 Ladies Football Officer: Aidrienne Gleeson (086) 126 0136 Bord na nOg Officers: Chairperson: Peter Staunton (083) 129 9555 Secretary: Micheál Keane (086) 307 5023 Flanagan Park enquiries: Donal McCormack (087) 661 1137, Sean Murphy (087) 270 6850
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Pre-match audio interviews HERE Excitement mounting. Video will be live HERE Update, Christmas Morning, hope Santa was good: The Wrap Party + Video will be in Biggins’ Corner Bar at 4pm – this is likely to be an all-ticket affair, with significant black market activity, so be vigilant. Update, December 24, shortly before The Big Man goes on The Big Run (and we don’t mean Donie or Davy breaking upfield): This game is now changed to 12noon. It’s a Garda request apparently – they want to avoid the traffic chaos of previous years. The game will be live streamed with Cos Cam, as outlined below. Watch it HERE. The video will be shown at 4pm in a secret location (a secret that will be prised from Declan Corcoran on this Holy Night, by one means or another…) Reminder of the traffic difficulties three years ago: Update, December 15: And this is not a joke. Micheál Keane has confirmed a) he won’t play – which is a big disappointment, b) he will shoot the video – which is a big boost, c) he will live stream the game on the day, and d) he will even have Cos Cam on match referee Padraic Costello Snr (who has also confirmed his availability today). It’s getting serious now. The video of the game will also be shown afterwards in a local hostelry. The (almost) annual St Stephen’s Day Game will take place this year at 2pm in Flanagan Park. The Under 25s will play the Over 25s. Birth certs will be requested. Further details later but you can pencil in this for the day after The Big Day. Our new Players’ Rep James Quinn is actively canvassing participants, in case you want to avoid taking his call when you see his number coming up. And if you’re over 25, you should be very wary if you see David Killeen sidling up to you some night over the early festive period. Referee will hopefully be Padraic Costello Snr, and he might double as match analyst for the video.
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Mr Joe Kennedy, Rahard, Ballinrobe, who passed away last night (Thursday, December 17) was a keen follower of Gaelic games. His son Patrick played with the club for many years, and continues to be an extremely loyal and active member, most notably in a coaching capacity at various levels, including senior. Earlier this year, Patrick was one of the driving forces behind the team that captured the South Mayo U14 B title, a significant victory for club. He played on the club team that won the 1990 Mayo junior football championship. In his professional capacity, he coaches Gaelic football to boys and girls in the primary schools of this region. Joe followed the fortunes of Ballinrobe and Mayo closely, and was a well-known and popular figure in the locality. Funeral arrangements HERE. As a mark of respect, the club will form a guard of honour at the removal on Saturday evening. Members are asked to assemble at 6.20pm at O’Malley’s Funeral Home, wearing club gear. The club extends sympathy to the Kennedy family on their sad loss. May he rest in peace.
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By Billy Horan, Club PRO Alan Flannery, chairman, speaking at the annual general meeting of Ballinrobe GAA club, held in TACU Family Resource Centre, said that 2015 was a reasonably successful year. Senior status was maintained in the championship, while Division 1B status was also safeguarded. The winning of a number of underage titles was very encouraging for the future. Donal McCormack, secretary, surveyed the year’s activities in his wide-ranging report and alluded to fixtures difficulties. John Culhane, treasurer, dealt with the club’s financial position and reports were also submitted by Peter Ford, senior and under 21 team manager; Martin O’Connor, coaching; Declan O’Loughlin, Robe Rockets; Emma Jennings, ladies officer; and Peter Stanton, Bord na nOg. Warm tributes were paid to Alan Flannery who retired after three years as chairman and five previous years as treasurer. The contribution of John Culhane, the retiring treasurer, was also acknowledged. Declan Corcoran, who has been actively involved in a wide range of areas within the club, was elected the new chairman, and former chairman John Gilrane took over the position of treasurer. Michael Coyne said that the most fitting way to honour the memory of the late Martin Flannery, who died during the year, was for everyone to work for the good of the club. Officers: Patron Fr Conal Eustace, PP; President Billy Horan; chairman Declan Corcoran; vice chairman Liam Horan; secretary Donal McCormack; assistant secretary Dave Conway; treasurer John Gilrane; assistant treasurer Gerry Donnelly; PRO Billy Horan; coaching officer Martin O’Connor; pitch officer Sean Murphy; Lotto officer Michael Coyne; county board delegate position to be filled; South board delegates Billy Horan and Johnny Buckley; Players’ representative James Quinn; health and safety officer Ronan Macken; oifigeach na Gaeilge Liam Ó hÓráin; equipment officer Gerry Murphy; ladies officer Aidrienne Gleeson; Robe Rockets head Declan O’Loughlin; club designated officer Declan Corcoran; ASAP officer Padraig Costello; child protection officer Tom Carney. Sympathy was extended to the Walsh and Gibbons families on their recent bereavements.
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By Dave Conway, Secretary, Robe Rockets Ballinrobe GAA Robe Rockets would like to wish all our players, coaches, volunteers and their families a joyful Christmas and prosperous New Year. As the year draws to a close, Ballinrobe Robe Rockets would like to most sincerely thank the coaches and mentors of our U6, U8, U10 Boys and Girls and U10/12 Ladies Teams who have dedicated their time to develop our player skills, nurture young talent and contribute overall to the enhancement and enjoyment of Gaelic football in Ballinrobe. A special mention to all who are involved behind the scenes as committee members and volunteers and who ‘keep the show on the road’ for Robe Rockets. A special ‘thank you’ to all who supported us in any way throughout the year it is appreciated. Finally and most importantly a special thanks is due to our dedicated young footballers, we hope Santa is good to you all.
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Robe Rockets end-of-season celebration party took place in Ballinrobe Community School on Sunday 6th December with special guests Barry Moran, the Mayo and Castlebar Mitchels midfielder and Annie Duffy, Hollymount Ladies and Mayo Minor in attendance. Over 100 boys and Girls received Certificates of Achievements and a Beanie hat with our Robe Rocket Logos presented by Barry Moran and Annie Duffy. Barry brought along the Nestor Cup and many a young girl and boy took the opportunity for a photo and an autograph!! See here for photos of the day https://www.dropbox.com/sh/z9j4nl2vddkhq32/AACfiJmjHugC2pMGBibgyP52a?dl=0 . Robe Rockets would like to thank Barry Moran and Annie Duffy for their attendance, patience and kindness shown to each and every child yesterday, to Mr. Culkeen, Principal of Ballinrobe Community School, Andy Wash and Pádraig Costello, Staff members of Ballinrobe Community School for allowing us to host the event, Martin O’Connor for his dual role as DJ and Master of ceremonies for the afternoon, Padraic Delaney for providing the refreshments for the event and to all Committee Members and Parents who helped organize and helped out during the party it is much appreciated. Onwards and upwards for 2016!
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