On Tuesday last our Division 3 side played their 3rd league game of the year as we welcomed Maryland to Breedon Molloy Park. On a fine evening for football under the lights and in a high scoring affair, it was The Downs who started the scoring through the boot of Sean Colgan in the opening minute of the game. The Downs got the better of the exchanges in the opening half and goals from Shane Carroll and Kevin Smullen saw the lads into a 2-14 to 1-10 lead at the half time break. The second half started with Maryland opening the scoring and both sides traded scores in the proceeding moments before Maryland hit their purple patch. By the end of the 3rd quarter, Maryland were in the lead by the minimum after 2 goals in quick succession. The Downs lads rallied well in the last quarter and showed great resilience to pull themselves back into the game and get back in front once more. Tom Tuite finished the scoring on the evening with a score from a free to earn us the 2 league points that were on offer. Full time score The Downs 2-24 Maryland 3-17.

We had both our ladies’ teams in action this week in the opening round of the league. The Division 3 side were away to Milltown on Saturday afternoon. The girls put in a strong performance to earn themselves a comprehensive win. Final score: The Downs 2-12 Milltown 0-4. Our Division 1 side also came out on the right side of their encounter with St. Josephs on a final score-line of The Downs 5-05 St. Josephs 1-4. A great start for both teams.

Underage football continues every Friday from 6.30 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. in The Downs GAA for girls and boys. New members are always welcome. 

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

 

We were deeply saddened by the passing this week of Olive Sheerin, Cullionbeg, Mullingar. Olive’s children Dean, Taylor, Andrea and Katie have all represented The Downs at various levels within the club. We offer our condolences to Olive’s extended family, many of whom have connections with The Downs GAA and LGFA. 

 

We send our condolences to Lane Orme on the death of his uncle Kevin Orme, late of Crookedwood, Mullinagar.

 

Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a n-anamacha.

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

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 continues every Friday night at 8.30 p.m. All new members welcome.

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.

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