THE DOWNS GAA NOTES Aug 21st 2023

Round 5 SFC/JFC Fixtures

Friday August 25st: Junior 1 The Downs V St. Lomans (Home) 7 p.m.

Sunday August 27th: Senior The Downs V Caulry (Shandonagh) 4 p.m.

Tickets to be purchased on Westmeath GAA social media platforms.

Underage Results

A good away win for the U17 boys over Athlone in the 4th round of the championship on Monday evening last. Following long spells of concentrated play in the first half, the lads had built up a commanding lead by half time. The lads kept the scoreboard ticking over in the second half denying Athlone the foothold they tried to gain in the game. Well done to all.

Both U13 teams were in action this week also. The Division 4 team had a convincing win over Lilliput Gaels in Division 4 at home on Thursday evening while Athlone came out winners in the Division 1 game on Friday evening in appalling weather conditions. Final score in that one was Athlone 4-10 to The Downs 3-08.

The U12 team were also in action in the Garrycastle tournament at home to St. Mary’s Rochfortbridge on Tuesday evening last. The lads turned in a fine performance to run out winners on the evening. Well done to all.

U17 Sponsorship

The Downs GAA Club are very grateful to Smyths of Killucan for their sponsorship contribution towards training tops for our U17 boys. The boys are busy preparing and playing championship matches and are looking well togged out in their new gear thanks to Ray and all at Smyths Killucan Mullingar. Check out Smyths Killucan on www.smythskillucan.ie on Facebook and Instagram for all your hardware needs.

LGFA

The Senior Ladies picked up their third win in the Village Barn Senior Ladies championship on Wednesday evening last at home under lights against Killucan. On a final score-line of 3-10 to 0-6 the girls earned themselves another well-earned victory making it 3 from 3 in the opening rounds. Final score: The Downs 3-10 Killucan 0-6. Round 4 is scheduled for next Thursday away to St. Lomans.

The minor ladies travelled to Rosemount for their championship game versus Cill Óige last Tuesday. Another positive performance saw the girls pick up their second win in the championship. The Downs started the strongest with some fantastic scores giving themselves a 2-point lead at half time. A thrilling second half with some great scores from both sides however a last minute goal followed by a point from the resultant kick-out gave The Downs the edge. Final score The Downs 3-07 Cill Óige 3-05. Next up is Clann Gaels in 2 weeks’ time.

Summer Camp

The Downs GAA Summer Camp takes place this week from August 21st to August 23rd for U6s-U13s. One child €30 and €20 for every child after. Places are limited so register now to avoid disappointment on http://naduntagaa.clubzap.com/categories/camp/products

Sympathy

We extend our sincere sympathy to Noel Lynam and extended family on the sad passing of his sister Bernie Lynam late of Tramore Co. Waterford.

We also extend our sympathy to the Dardis family on the recent passing of Brian Dardis late of Bellfield, Gaybrook Mullingar and Clonfad Kinneagad.

Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a n-anamacha.

G4M&O

G4M&O continues every Wednesday at 8p.m. If anyone would like to join G4M&O please give Anne Marie a shout on 0874140184.

Club Shop

The next club shop opening will be during training from 6.30 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. on Friday next September 2nd

Vacancy Updated Link

New Updated Link: https://jobsireland.ie/en-US/job-Details?id=2237602The 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.

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:

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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