ACFL Division 3 v Moate All-Whites

Following successive defeats to St Malachy’s and St Loman’s, we got back to winning ways under lights in Moate last Thursday night.

Conor Delaney and Cathal Finn were the scoring stars as we edged a full-blooded contest by 1-12 to 1-11. This was an excellent victory given that we travelled down the M6 with only 17 players and were short up to a dozen players who would be considered regular starters due to a crippling injury list. The win, which was our fourth of the campaign, also preserves our Division 3 status and puts us back in the promotion mix with three rounds still to play against Maryland, The Downs and Mullingar Shamrocks.

After building up an early lead thanks to points from Conor Delaney and Shane Gorry, we fell behind when the hosts struck for the opening goal. But a tidy finish from Delaney at the other end sent us into the break with a 1-7 to 1-5 advantage.

Delaney tagged on three more points (two frees) after the restart to extend our lead to 1-10 to 1-6 before Moate cut the gap to a point. Finn then took centre stage with two massive scores either side of a brilliant save from Leon Carberry. With their substitutes and fresh legs making an impact, Moate again reduced the deficit to the minimum to set up a nail-biting finish.

But as the rain started to come down, the All-Whites’ comeback just fell short when they missed a difficult free from about 40 metres with the last kick of the game.

Team: Leon Carberry; Martin Ward, Brendan McMahon, Sean Hanlon; Micheál Coffey, Shaun Pidgeon, Arthur O’Rourke: Niall Carey, Paul Fennell; Jack Mullins, Conor Delaney, Danny Scully; Shane Gorry, Cathal Finn, Kyle McMahon. Subs: Mark Sonner and Michael Joyce.

Gaelic 4 Mothers and Other launch

We are hosting a social night to launch our ‘Mothers and Others’ team and to also celebrate the 25th anniversary of our LGFA club this Saturday, May 6 in McNamara’s Bar, starting at 8pm.

Past, present and future members are welcome to attend.

Darkness Into Light

Join us for our Darkness Into Light walk in aid of Pieta House this Saturday morning, May 6.

The annual walk commences at 4.50am from St James’ Hall. Refreshments will be served in the Hall afterwards.

If you wish to donate to the charity, you can do so by clicking on the following link: https://www.darknessintolight.ie/donate

Schools final

Congratulations to the Scoil an Chlochair girls' football team on qualifying for the Cumann na mBunscol final following wins over Raharney and hosts Tubberclair in last week’s semi-finals.

The final will be in TEG Cusack Park at a time and date to be confirmed. The team is coached by Katie McDonnell and all support for the girls on the big day would be greatly appreciated.

Lotto

Last week’s lucky numbers were 3, 4, 16 and 20. There were two Match 3 winners – Mary Egan and DLS Kelly. Thanks to everyone for their support. The jackpot is capped at €15,000. You can purchase your tickets in local shops or online.

Rugby World Cup 2023 competition

We are giving you the opportunity to win a trip for two to see Grand Slam champions Ireland play Tonga in the Rugby World Cup later this year.

The game takes place at the Stade De La Beaujoire in Nantes on Saturday, September 16. This incredible prize includes return flights, airport transfers, two nights’ accommodation, breakfast each morning, a travel rep if required and two match tickets.

Closing date is July 10, with the draw taking place on July 14. Tickets cost €20 each or €50 for three. To enter, click on the links on our social media platforms.

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