February 25th 2014 Seneschalstown GFC Notes
Seniors: The Senior football were defeated by Duleek Bellewstown in Round 2 of the Seamus Connolly Catering All County Football A League Division 1 on Sunday last on a scoreline of 2-12 to 0-09. It was a disappointing performance and the team will be looking to bounce back in Round 3 when they travel to take on St. Peter’s Dunboyne who have won their two games to date and are one of three teams on four points.
Junior B: The Junior B team commence their B League campaign with a home game against Gaeil Colmcille in Seneschalstown at 12.00 on Sunday next, March 2nd. We would like to wish David Hosie, his management team of Wayne Smith, Padraig Coyle and Martin McGuirk and all the players the best of luck for the upcoming season.
Junior D: The Junior D team commences their B League campaign with a home game against Clonard in Seneschalstown at 16.00 on Saturday next, March 1st. Last year the team plied their trade in Division 6 and achieved promotion along with Balivor and we wish the new management team of Mattie McCabe assisted by Paul Donoghue, James Gillic, Francis Smith and the players the best of luck as they seek to emulate last year’s excellent performances.
Minor: In Round 2 of the Spring League the team travelled to Stamullen last Wednesday to take on St. Patrick’s where they emerged victorious on a scoreline of 2-12 to 2-05 following a very good team display. Their next game is a home game against Skryne.
Under 12: Coaching for the U12 panel resumes tomorrow Wednesday at 18.30 in the clubhouse after being cancelled last week due to works being carried out in the clubhouse.
Under 10: Coaching for the U10 panel is scheduled to commence in early to mid March.
Under 8: Coaching for the U8 panel is scheduled to commence in mid March.
Under 6: Coaching for the U6’s will also commence in mid March.
Lotto: The numbers drawn in this weeks Lotto were 4, 5, 12, 14 with the Bonus Number being 23. There was no winner of this weeks jackpot of €1,000 so next weeks jackpot will be worth €1,200 and the Bonus Number worth 1,000. The 5 x €25 winners this week are; Laura Mullen, Anthony Mullaney, Ann Mongey, David Mooney and Angela Gray
Tickets for the Lotto are €2 or 3 for €5. They can be purchased from committee members, Lotto sellers, local shops or you can also play online at http://www.helpourclub.ie/localhome.asp?
Strictly Come Dancing: Following its fantastic success Strictly Come Dancing is back. All roads lead once again to Simonstown where the 12 couples will strive to be crowned the 2014 winners. Last year Paul Finnegan and Roz Nolan reigned supreme after a great nights entertainment. The 12 couples were announced at the Launch Night in Maguires Bar and Lounge in Kentstown on Friday January 17th and are as follows;
TEAM JIVE – Nicola Finnegan & Johnny Gilsenan, Michelle McCabe & Robert Darby, Ger Reilly & Tony McDonnell, Debbie Mangan & Jonathan Keating.
TEAM SALSA – Anita Carolan & Padraig Traynor, Susan Tighe & Wayne Smith, Louise Kirwan & Liam Conlon, Aoife Kieran & Paul Collier.
TEAM CHA CHA – Liz Sheridan & Phonsie Gilsenan, Abby Butler & Louis McAuley, Bridie Marry-Wogan & Padraic Fox, Cathriona Reilly & Joe Finnegan.
Tickets for the event are €20 and are available from all committee members and also the dancers.
GAA National Club Draw: The football club is taking part in the National Club Draw. Tickets for this draw are priced at €10 and are available from all committee members with all money generated from sales going directly to the club. The prizes are excellent and include a trip to the 2014 International Rules Series in Australia for 2 people, 2 Premium Level tickets for the All Ireland Football and Hurling Finals as well as 8 other outstanding prizes. Tickets for this draw are due to be returned to club Treasurer Pat Clarke by Friday February 28th.
Club Membership: Membership rates for the year are as follows:
Adult Player (Over 16) €80
Juvenile Player €45
Adult (Non Player) €50
Family (2 Non playing Adults and Children U16) €125
Social Membership €10
Gym €60
Deposit for Fob Card for GYM €20
Membership is due by March 17th and can be paid to any committee member.
Strength & Conditioning ‘Power Hour’: This week’s S & C session was cancelled due to ongoing works in the clubhouse.
Meath: On Saturday next, at 19.00, the Meath Senior football team take on Armagh in Pairc Tailteann. Tickets purchased in advance in Jack Kiernan’s or in local SuperValu or Centra stores are priced at €10 while they will be €15 at the ground.
The Meath Ladies team travel to take on neighbours Westmeath in Round 4 of the Tesco HomeGrown NFL at 14.00 in St. Lomans Mullingar on their 3G pitch.
Hard luck to the Meath minors who were defeated by Longford in the semi-final of the Leinster Minor League having beaten Carlow in the Third Round.
St. Patrick’s Classical School: The schools senior team is down to play their Leinster Senior Championship semi-final on Saturday March 1st in Parnell Park at 14.00. Best of luck to the team and management and in particular to Sean Noonan and Adam Carey.
Social Dance Lessons: Paul Finnegan is organizing Social Dance Lessons in the clubhouse each Sunday evening at 20.00. The classes are run on a fun and relaxed basis. For further information contact Paul: 086 8152882
Painting: Next Monday evening, March 3rd, at 19.00 we will continue the painting which commenced before Christmas. All volunteers are welcome to come down and pick up a paintbrush as we paint the storeroom.
Mouthguards: Mouthguards are mandatory for players in all age grades, in all Gaelic football practice sessions and games. This rule has been mandatory for players in grades up to Minor since 2013 and applies to all age grades since January 1st 2014. It is the responsibility of each individual player to use a mouthguard. A properly fitted mouthguard is the best available protective device for reducing the incidence and severity of sports-related dental injuries. Players can be sent-off in a game for not wearing a mouthguard. Players will not be covered under the GAA player injury scheme if they don’t comply with the mouthguard rule. No Mouthguard? No Game!
Last Man Standing: Heading into Round 3 of the Allianz Football Leagues there are seven people who remain in the clubs competition and they will all be hoping to remain standing following the weekend’s games.
Club Notes – Any article for inclusion in the notes should be with club PRO Brian Kelly. His email is brian.kelly987@gmail.com
