THE DOWNS GAA NOTES May 8th 2023
Men’s Round 8 League Fixtures
Thursday May 11th: Division 3 The Downs V Kilbeggan Shamrocks (Away) 7 p.m.
Sunday May 14th: Division 1 The Downs V Mullingar Shamrocks (Home) 11.30 a.m.
Sunday May 14th: Division 4 The Downs V Caulry (Away) 11.30 a.m
Scór na nÓg All Ireland Final
A strong contingent of black and amber supporters travelled the long distance to the All-Ireland finals in Killarney last weekend in The INEC Glen Eagle Hotel Killarney to support no less than three Na Dúnta acts. There was great excitement and anticipation in the air all weekend with all three acts performing superbly. The Downs were represented by Alanna Corroon with her rendition of “Mammys Day in Tramore”in the the Aithriseoireacht category, the Nuachleas category by Aidan Tuite, Aidan Quinlan, Grace O'Neill, Senan O'Neill, Orla O'Connell, Sophie Moore, Darragh Colgan & Sean Corroon and finally The Downs set dancers Aaron Connaire, Orla Rijksen, Leah Bardon, Billy Carroll, Bailey Shiels, Sean Flynn, Conor Cleary & Ellen Connaire. Unfortunately, we didn’t receive any silverware but the honour and pride these children have brought to the club is unrivalled. We thank them for their hard work and particular thanks to their mentors and of course the Scór Committee. We hope you all enjoy your well-earned break and we look forward to getting back on the road in 2024. Commiserations also to Moate who represented Westmeath in the Baléid Grúpa – no doubt they will be back next year!!
LGFA Results
The Senior Ladies Division 4 side were in action on Bank Holiday Monday in Round 3 of the league against St. Mary’s Rochfortbridge. After a keenly contested game, it was St. Marys to emerge victorious with a two-point win. Final score The Downs 3-06 St. Mary’s 4-05. Hard luck girls.
Our U14’s had a tough assignment on Thursday evening last against Athlone. Our girls fought hard but were overcome by a strong Athlone side.
Cumann na mBunscol
Congratulations to The Downs NS as both the boys and girl’s teams qualified for the eagerly anticipated Cumann na mBunscol Finals in Cusack Park later this month. We wish them all the very best of luck.
Well Done
Well done to our U10 girls who played superbly at half-time in Cusack Park at the Ladies Westmeath/Wicklow game on Sunday. Well done to all involved.
Congratulations
Congratulations are in order for senior footballer Lucy Power who was selected at full back for her performance in the Lidyl NFL Team of the League 2023. Congratulations Lucy – a great ambassador of the The Downs GAA & LGFA Clubs.
Club Shop
Our club shop will be open during training from 6.30 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. this Friday May 12th .
Vacancy Updated Link
New Updated Link: https://jobsireland.ie/en-US/job-Details?id=2237602
The vacancy for the position of Caretaker/Groundsperson position at The Downs GAA Club is still available. Please see new updated link for information regarding same. This is a Community Employment Position with MSCO Ltd.
Gaelic for Mothers and Others
G4M&O continue their training from 8 to 9p.m. every Wednesday. Please contact Anne-Marie on 0874140184 for further information.
Bingo
Bingo continues every Friday night at 8.30 p.m. All new members welcome.
Clubhouse Bar
The Clubhouse bar is open on Fridays and Saturdays nights.
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:
Keep up to date with club activities
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