On Tuesday evening last, the Division 6 team were winners against Ballycomoyle on a score-line of 1-15 to 1-04. Well done to all.

The Division 1 team gave themselves too much to do after a poor start against Mullingar Shamrocks on Thursday evening last. Two early goals for Shamrocks left The Downs chasing the game and ultimately couldn’t catch the Mullingar men despite a good effort in the second half. Full time score The Downs 1-13 Mullingar Shamrocks 2 – 12. 

The Division 3 team unfortunately also lost out to Casteldaly away from home on Sunday morning by a sinle point. Final score: Casteldaly 1-14 The Downs 0-16.

Our wonderful U8’s travelled to Ballynacargy for Saturday’s Go Games facing the hosts, St. Paul’s and CFCW. Both Downs teams performed excellently with all players improving their basic skills with every kick. Many thanks to Ballynacargy who were wonderful hosts as usual and of course all the parents and coaches for their time.

Our U10 boys were delighted to be selected to play at half time during last Sunday’s Tailteann cup fixture in Cusack Park. They put on a great display for the crowd against St Joseph's and Lilliput Gaels. Well done to all. Congratulations to Westmeath on a brilliant performance. Na Dúnta lads Luke, Johnny, Kevin & Joe are fantastic role models for these young lads. 

The U16 girls recorded their first win of the league at home on Tuesday night against Multy. Our girls fought extremely hard to hold on for a two-point win in the searing heat of Breedon Molloy Park. Well done to all

The U12 girls fielded 2 teams also at home on Tuesday evening against Mullingar Shamrocks. Some great football on show from both sides.

We wish all our club players the best of luck competing in the Cumann na mBunscol finals this week in both football and hurling. The Downs NS, Holy Family and Gainstown NS all have representatives from The Downs in the finals this week. We wish them all the best of luck.

We extend our sincere sympathy to John Gavin as well as the Shields family on the very sad passing of Kathleen O’Hara late of Newdown, The Downs, Mullingar.

Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a hanam

Congratulations to LGFA senior players Lucy Power and Francesca Walshe on winning the Intermediate Leinster final with Westmeath on Sunday last. Wonderful role models for the girls in our club. Congratulations Lucy and Francesca.

Why not be in with a chance to “Win a Home in Spain” aswell as €50,000 in cash in conjunction with Westmeath GAA. Proceeds going towards the development of “Centre of Excellence” for all our GAA teams. If interested, please use the following link to purchase a ticket: https://linktr.ee/Thedownsgaa 

The club shop will be opened every second Friday during underage training from 6.30 pm to 7.30 pm. Next date for opening May 30th.

Na Dúnta Gaelic 4 mothers & other's takes place 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

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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