The Division 1 side continued their good streak of form with another hard-fought win over Athlone GAA away last Friday night. Although they trailed by the minimum at half-time on a score-line of 0-6 to 0-5, a Joe Moran goal mid-way through the half was ultimately the difference between the sides at the final whistle. The final score was The Downs 1-10 Athlone 0-10. This makes it 3 wins from 3 in the league for the Division 1 side. 

The Scór Sinsir County Final took place in the Downs last Sunday where Na Dúnta took part in Rince Foirne, Amhránaíocht Aoinair, Aithriseoireacht, Tráth na gCeist and Rince Seit. Congratulations to our Rince Foirne Dancers Amy Dagg, Emma Dagg, Robyn Dagg, Mary Lynam, Erica Hynes, Cliona Murray, Neasa Mangan Lynch and Molly Maher and Rince Seit dancers Anna Fallon, Orlaith Murray Aoife Carley, Ursula Carley, Cian Colgan, Shane Murray, Darren Nolan and Pat Leavy who emerged victorious on the day. They now await the Leinster Semi Final later in March. The clubs' achievements in Scór na nÓg were also recognised by all in attendance with All Ireland Champion Alanna Corroon receiving a rousing standing ovation.

Underage football returned for all including the Downs Dragons last Friday. It was wonderful to see all our underage budding stars back in action. We will see everyone again next Friday. It’s great to be back!

Registration for 2025 is now live. All registration can be paid with the click of a button. All you have to do is follow the link https://linktr.ee/Thrdownsgaa and get registering. Please note GAA and Ladies Club memberships are separate. 

If you are a prospective member or new to the area and are interested in joining The Downs GAA club, please don’t hesitate to contact us or visit our Facebook Page for further information. New members are always welcome

Sympathy

We extend our condolences to Alice Deihy and extended family on the sad passing of her niece Sharon Cannon late of Killucan earlier this week.
Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam.

Congratulations

Many congratulations to St. Joseph’s Secondary School on winning the Br. Hubert Blue division Leinster 1st year competition. We are especially proud of our own club man Odhran Mitchell who represented The Downs GAA on the team.

Congratulations of another kind are in order for local business Lenehan Motor Factors celebrating forty years of service this week.

Gaelic 4 Mothers and Others

Na Dúnta Gaelic 4 mothers & other's starts back March 19th from 8-9pm and every Wednesday (back middle pitch). No experience required, all fitness levels welcomed. This is a lovely outlet for women to get some exercise, learn a new skill and meet new people. Contact Carley 087 7701318 or Elaine 0868785006

Pre Loved Gear Shop

The Downs LGFA  will be running a Pre Loved Gear Shop over the coming weeks.
If you have any football boots, jerseys, half zips, shorts etc that don't fit but have plenty of life in them why not donate to our Gear Shop. The items can be passed to Liz (Kids Cove) or contact Paula 087-6411149/ Niamh 085-837 9798
The date of our sale shop will be confirmed in due course. Please ensure all items are clean and in good condition.

Bingo

Bingo continues every Friday night at 8.30 p.m. All new members welcome.
 
Club Lotto
 
We will continue to live stream our Lotto draw via our Facebook page for the foreseeable future. Tune in at 9-30 on each Monday night to catch the draw.

1.Add a discounted bundle to your Downs GAA club membership by clicking here.
2.Play online at our website www.thedownsgaa.com
3. Play online at Clubzapp http://bit.ly/3ItlksQ
4. Contact your regular draw collector for your area or any Committee member who will enter
your numbers on to our Perma Book which is retained at the club.
5. Send a cheque for €100 to club secretary Tommy Kelly, Coralstown, Mullingar (one year’s
subscription).
6. Or scan here:

Thanks to our supporters for their loyal commitment to our Fundraising Draw and to those new players who have signed up online and in hard copy.

Keep up to date with club activities
There are lots of ways to keep up to date with our activities. Our award-winning website can be viewed at www.thedownsgaa.com where you can sign up to receive our weekly newsletter by email. Also check us out on Twitter, Facebook YouTube and Instagram.