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U10 Boys Pella Finals

By Annette Conway, PRO Robe Rockets Congratulations to all our U10 boys who participated in the Pella league Finals which concluded last Friday night. A large attendance was present in the Lakeside to watch the Finals. Congratulations to Team B, Team C and Team E who won their respective finals. The winning Teams received footballs and all players received an Easter egg to acknowledge their effort and hard work throughout the league. The Pella league fulfills one of the key planks of our coaching plan, namely to play football virtually all year round. Over the last 6 weeks skills improved, new friendships formed, confidence grew and most importantly plenty fun was had by all. Thank you to everyone for their cooperation during the league and all those who helped out in anyway. Training returns outdoors Friday 25th March at 7pm in Flanagan Park.

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Gaelic4Girls’ coming to Ballinrobe

  ‘Gaelic4Girls’ coming to Ballinrobe’ Ballinrobe Ladies Gaelic Football club are delighted to announce details of an exciting new programme called Gaelic4Girls that is commencing on the 15th April 2016. Gaelic4Girls is initially an 8 week programme aimed at increasing participation in Ladies Gaelic Football. The programme targets girls aged between 8-12 years who are not currently registered with a Ladies Gaelic Football Club. Gaelic4Girls is focused on fun and participation, allowing girls to get an introduction to Ladies Gaelic Football in a non-competitive environment.  It will be held in Flanagan Park, Ballinrobe on Fridays for 8 weeks from 18:30 – 19:30, commencing on the 15th April 2016. On completion of the programme, participants are presented with certificates and t-shirts for their participation. Following the 8 weeks, the girls will be encouraged to register with our Ladies Football club, and those that do will be integrated into the existing teams. A Mini Blitz will also be held with another Gaelic4Girls site after the 8 weeks and this is a major highlight of the programme. This is the first Gaelic4Girls programme to be held in the area and all girls from ballinrobe and the surrounding areas are encouraged to attend and learn the basic skills of Ladies Gaelic Football. This is a great way to make new friends and learn a new sport!  The cost for the entire programme is only €8. For more information contact Aidrienne Gleeson, Coordinator, 086 1260136.    

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U10 Boys Pella Results Week 2

By Annette Conway, PRO Robe Rockets Friday night saw another four tight, competitive games and as predicted, the standard has risen noticeably as the players get familiar with the game. We were treated to many instances of individual brilliance but most noticeable was the improvement in team play, with players passing and moving in support of each other. They truly are a fantastic bunch of talented, intelligent players. Next week sees the final round-robin pool games and it is still possible for every team to win their respective pool – just two points separate first and fourth in Pool 1, and all four teams in Pool 2 are level on 4 points. Remember, final pool placings after next week’s games decide the pairings for the play-off games. The winners of the play-off games will go on to contest the Cup and the losers will contest the Shield. League update by Des May, U10 Coach

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Ladies U12/U13 Pella Week 2 Results

By Ann Cannon, PRO, Ladies Football Week two saw some more great games with some fantastic skills on show. Some of our teams have had late player withdrawals from their team and have struggled as a result. We hope to have replacements for these teams soon. Teams D and E have continued on their great start and top the table after week two.  Team B had their first win and team C suffered their first loss while team F got their first points. Team A was without two players last week and had one of those games when no matter how hard they tried, the ball would just not go in the goal. Well done to everyone.  Remember, teamwork, pass and move. Results Week 2 Team E:  6 pts      Team F:  3 pts Team B: 12 pts     Team A:  3 pts Team C:  4 pts      Team D:  9 pts Please have the girls arrive 10 minutes before their playing time so they can be warmed up. Gumshields are mandatory and the players should bring a drink of water. Any questions call Declan on 087 2063863 or Mary on 087 2347438.  

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U10 Indoor Pella results week 1

By Annette Conway, PRO Robe Rockets Week 1 of the Boys U10 Pella league has set the scene for what is shaping up to be an extremely competitive league. Two of the four games were drawn and the remaining two games were close fought affairs with the largest margin being just two goals. On the first week’s showing, the abilities of the teams seem evenly matched and as a consequence every team should have a justifiable ambition to win the league outright. The standard will improve week on week as players get used to the game and grow in confidence so we can expect more goals and excitement in the weeks ahead. Three words of advice for the players – “Pass And Go”. In a league impossible to predict one thing is certain – the team that best learns to pass and move will be the team that wins. And finally, thanks to everyone for turning up early as a result of which we were able to maximise the playing time for all the games,  Des May, U10 Coach See tables below for League Table, this week’s fixtures and updated Team lists  

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U12/13 Ladies Indoor Pella results week 1

By Declan O’Loughlin, Chairperson  We had a great first day with our Pella league, as always with this group of players their skill levels were very good. We also had some new players joining and they coped admirably considering it was their first day. We had some girls missing last week due to illness and we are hoping to have all teams with their full numbers this week. Results Week 1 Team B: 2pts      Team E: 6pts Team C: 10pts    Team F: 3pts Team A: 8pts      Team D: 12pts Below are the team schedules and the team members. Players should arrive 10 minutes before their playing time so they can do their warm ups ahead of their match. Gumshields are mandatory and the players should bring a drink of water. Any questions call Declan on 087 2063863 or Mary on 087 2347438.

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U10 Ladies Football First Training of 2016

Reminder to all U10 Ladies that this Saturday morning, February 06th, 11am – 12pm is our first training for the year 2016.  We start of the year indoors in the Lakeside sport Centre until mid March, weather dependant. Starting of the season as we finished last season playing Pella.  Pella is the indoor version of Football out on the Pitch.  Rules are very similar to the outdoor game with a few additions.  No need to worry as we will use the first Saturday to get acquainted with your new coaches and the rules of Pella especially for those of you who have moved up from the U8s or joining the club for first time. For the following weeks we will pick teams of 4/5 players on each and have a Pella League. If you have not already registered with the GAA for 2016 this can be done on Saturday before training starts. Rates are available on the Ballinrobe GAA website.  There is also an additional charge of €10 to cover the costs while playing indoors. Runners are to be worn while playing indoors.  Gumshields are mandatory for all football players be it indoors or out on the pitch. We welcome you all and look forward to having a great 2016.

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*TIME CHANGE* Bord na nÓg Awards Night, Sat 23/01/16 @ 8.30PM

  Please note that the awards ceremony has been rescheduled to 8.30pm  to facilitate family members attending Communion Mass on Saturday evening. The Annual Bord na nÓg awards night will take place this Saturday evening at 8.30pm, in Ballinrobe Community School. We are delighted to confirm that Donal Vaughan will be on hand to present the medals / awards on the night, so it will be a great opportunity for all to meet a well known county star. With many great achievements by our boys and girls in 2015, its promises to be a great evening. Please spread the word and come along on the night.

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Quiz Night for Ladies Football Club

Our Ladies Football Club are holding a Quiz in Costello’s Bar, Abbey Street, Ballinrobe on Thursday 4th February.  We would like to invite you all to come join us on the night. Guaranteed to be loads of fun with plenty of spot prizes. Quiz starts at 9pm.  Tables of 4 at €10 per person.  Even if you can’t make a full team please still come as their are sure to be others looking to join a team.  

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Ladies U12/U10 Pella Week 5

Week 5 ladies U12/U10 pella teams can be seen below. This is an extra week of Pella for the girls thanks to the team at Lakeside Sports & Fitness centre.   This is our FINAL week this side of Christmas,  so we are expecting our girls to give it their all.  Its has been a cracking 4 weeks so far.  The girls have improved their skills and team work 100% from the beginning of the year last January. Hope to see you all there.  

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