Club Notes 9th February 2010
Bereavements
On behalf of the club I would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the relatives and friends of Pete Ward who passed away last weekend. I was privileged to know the Pete who was a true gentleman. He had a great sense of humour and always had a special place in his heart for Gaelic football. I would also like to extend our sincere condolences to Aidan Sheridan on the death of his uncle Paul McDermott. May they both rest in peace.
Juvenile Presentation Night
Our juvenile presentation night will take place tonight Thursday 11th February in St. Mary’s Hall at 7.00pm. Medals will be presented to our victorious under 16 team that won the league cup, also runners-up medals will be presented to our minor team who were narrowly defeated in the final and runners-up medals will also be presented to our under 12 team that reached the final of the shield competition. Everyone is welcome to come along and join in for what always is a very enjoyable night. The youngsters will receive their medals from County Monaghan star Eoin Lennon.
Social Night
Our annual social and presentation night will take place on Friday 26th February in St. Mary’s Hall. Entertainment will be provided by the fabulous Brassroots. The highlight of the evening will be the presentation of the Hall of Fame Award and the Senior, Reserve and Minor Player of the Year Awards.
Lamh Dhearg 0-9 Rockcorry 0-4
A handful of ‘die hard’ supporters decided to brave the bitterly cold weather conditions last Thursday evening when our senior team travelled to Belfast to play Lamh Dhearg in our first game of the Ulster club football league. Played in wet, slippery and very windy conditions Lamh Dhearg had the better of the opening exchanges and opened the scoring in the 8th minute with a fine point from the left wing and doubled their lead four minutes later when they notched over a free kick. Our real first attack came in the 15th minute, when Keith Daly made a good burst up the field and set up Johnny Reilly, however his attempt at the posts was slightly wide. We eventually got on the scoreboard when Noel Carroll tapped over a neat point in the 18th minute after excellent attacking football by Garry Calvert. During the next five minutes both teams missed some very easy scoring chances and when Noel Carroll was brought down on the 21 metre line, Mark Daly was on hand to sail over the free kick to leave the sides level after twenty five minutes of play. At this stage of the game it looked like we found our second wind but moments later Lamh Dhearg set up another attack and notched over points in the 26th and 28th minute to open up a two point lead. With only seconds remaining of the first half we made a last attack which resulted in Dwayne Rooney’s shot at goal saved by the Lamh Dearg goalie. The half time score Lamh Dhearg 0-4 Rockcorry 0-2. At the interval, team management made two substitutions with Mark McGuirk and Liam Connolly coming on for Coiln Reilly and Keelan Clerkin respectively. On the restart, Lamh Dhearg extended their lead in the 4th minute when they notched over a free kick. We suffered a further setback minutes later as our midfielder Mark Daly picked up an ankle injury and had to retire early. Cathal Sheridan came into the game and soon got stuck into the action and with some fine attacking play Keith Daly was set up and shot over a fine point from the right wing in the 12th minute to close the deficit back to 0-2 points. As the game progressed Lamh Dhearg started to apply pressure and dominated the next ten minutes and opened up a five point lead when they scored three points, all from free kicks, in the 13th, 18th and 20th minute. Indeed the lead could off been a lot more only for a great save by our goalie Jamie Smith in the 17th minute to deny Lamh Dhearg a goal. During the final stages of the game both teams exchanged points to leave the final score Lamh Dhearg 0-9 Rockcorry 0-4. On reflection, it was a good, tight game of football and while the final score shows a five point victory for Lamh Dhearg it doesn’t reflect how tough the exchanges were. There were times when we were our own worst enemies with several promising attacks that led to nothing due to over-elaborating and some players not taking the responsibility to go for their own scores. Overall the management can be quite pleased with the level of performance and the commitment shown by the players.
Ulster Club Football League Fixtures
This Sunday we travel to play Craigbane in Derry. The game has a 2.00pm throw-in and all players are requested to be there no later than 1.30pm.
Senior Debuts
Two of our young players, Keelan Clerkin and Mark McGuirk, made their senior debuts last Thursday evening when they played in the Ulster club football league. Both of these players have shown at underage level they can produce the goods and they have grown from strength to strength. Hopefully, these young players will aspire to work hard and earn themselves a first team place.
Training
We have a tough campaign ahead of us in the intermediate league so no stone must be left unturned as we get ready for the start of the season. Training continues every Monday and Friday nights and all players are requested to attend. If however, you are unable to make it please notify David, Tom or Cormac. Keep up the good work lads.
Website
Check out our brand new website www.rockcorrygaa.ie for all the latest club news, fixtures, results, club activities and visit the “Gallery” page to see a vast selection of photographs. There are still a few pages / sections under construction and I hope to have these completed shortly. I hope you will find the website useful and informative and you can help make it better by sending in your comments through the “contact us” page. I look forward to hearing your views.
Happy Birthday
Garry Calvert celebrated a significant milestone recently and like a fine bottle of wine he’s improving with age. Happy birthday Garry and many more of them and by the way it wasn’t me that put the ad on the radio!
Top 4 Lotto Results
The numbers drawn on Monday 8th February were 1, 4, 9 and 19. There was no jackpot winner of €1,700.00. The following won €15 each :- Pascal Smyth Lisnalong, Margaret Reilly Aghabog, Sean Delaney Newbliss, Coil & Breda Rockcorry, Thomas Reilly Newbliss, Cathal Sheridan Rockcorry, Aoife & Ryan Finnegan Newbliss, Cecilia Thompson Newbliss. Next weeks jackpot will be €1,800.00 and the draw will take place in the Stag Inn, Newbliss. Thank you supporting our Top 4 lotto draw.
Speedy Recovery
Best wishes and a speedy recovery to John Greenan who picked up a knee injury recently. We look forward to seeing you back in the green jersey as soon as possible.
Club Membership
Stephen Lynch is collecting club membership. The fee is €25 for adults and €5 for under 18’s. All players should pay their membership before the start of the playing season otherwise you will not be covered under the GAA insurance scheme.
Lotto Results 1st February 2010
The numbers drawn on Monday 1st February were 1, 5, 12 and 14. There was no jackpot winner of €1,600.00.
The following won €15 each :-
Claire Foy, Monaghan
Aisling Donnelly, Swans Cross
Mick Smith, Newbliss
Mary & Dominic Monaghan, Rockcorry
Tom Daly, Rockcorry
Kelly McCormill, Swans Cross
Aaron & Aoife McGorman, Aghabog
Adam Elliot, Rockcorry
Next weeks jackpot will be €1,700.00 and the draw will take place in Fitzpatrick’s. Thank you supporting our Top 4 lotto draw.
Club Notes 2nd February 2010
Senior Team Management
Tom Daly has been appointed manager of our senior team for the 2010 season. Tom was an inspirational footballer on our 1982 team and has been heavily involved with the club over the years. With that background and knowledge of the game it will certainly hold him in good stead for the job. Alongside Tom will be Cormac McFadden as his team selector. Cormac is one of our most experienced players and has gained a huge amount of football facts over the years and will not be afraid to step in and voice his opinion as to what we need to do. Speaking to Cormac afterwards, he said “we were close last year and I am looking forward to the opportunity of bringing the good times back to the club”. We’re all with you on that one Cormac and on behalf of the club I would like to wish Tom and Cormac the very best of luck for the year ahead and here’s hoping for a successful 2010.
Reserve Team Management
Anthony Tate has been appointed team manager with Pauric Carroll as his selector to look after our reserve team. They have a wealth of experience between them and have been top players for the club over the years and certainly will have a big influence on the young players in the squad. I would like to wish them the very best of luck for the year ahead.
Ulster Club Football League
Our game against Lamh Dearg (Antrim) scheduled for Sunday 7th February has been changed. It will now take place tonight, Thursday 4th February at 8.00pm, at Lamh Dearg (Antrim). The committee have organised a bus which will leave the clubrooms at 5.45pm sharp and anyone interested in going to the game can avail of this service.
Juvenile Medal Presentation Night
Our juvenile presentation night will be held on Thursday 11th February in St. Mary’s Hall at 7.00pm. Medals will be presented to our victorious under 16 team that won the league cup, also runners-up medals will be presented to our minor team who were narrowly defeated in the final and runners-up medals will also be presented to our under 12 team that reached the final of the shield competition. Special guest on the night will be County Monaghan midfielder Eoin Lennon.
Social Night
Friday 26th February has been selected for our annual social and presentation night to be held in St. Mary’s Hall. Tickets will be on sale shortly and it is hoped that there will be a large turnout to support this event.
Website
Check out our brand new website www.rockcorrygaa.ie for all the latest club news, fixtures, results, club activities and visit the “Gallery” page to see a vast selection of photographs. There are still a few pages / sections under construction and I hope to have these completed shortly. I hope you will find the website useful and informative and you can help make it better by sending in your comments through the “contact us” page. I look forward to hearing your views.
Flickr.com
Also check out http://www.flickr.com/photos/monaghangaa/ to see loads off photographs relating to Monaghan GAA.
Dates For Your Dairy
The first game of the Intermediate league is at home on Wednesday 31st March against Aughnamullen. The Reserve league is scheduled to start on Sunday 7th March. Any player intending to book holidays the closed period is Monday 2nd August to Thursday 12th August.
Top 4 Lotto Results
The numbers drawn on Monday 1st February were 1, 5, 12 and 14. There was no jackpot winner of €1,600.00. The following won €15 each :- Claire Foy Monaghan, Aisling Donnelly Swans Cross, Mick Smith Newbliss, Mary & Dominic Monaghan Rockcorry, Tom Daly Rockcorry, Kelly McCormill Swans Cross, Aaron & Aoife McGorman Aghabog, Adam Elliot Rockcorry. Next weeks jackpot will be €1,700.00 and the draw will take place in Fitzpatrick’s. Thank you supporting our Top 4 lotto draw.
Club Membership
Stephen Lynch is collecting club membership. The fee is €25 for adults and €5 for under 18’s. All players should pay their membership before the start of the playing season otherwise you will not be covered under the GAA insurance scheme.
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