THE DOWNS GAA NOTES
May 2nd 2022
ACFL League Results
The previously postponed Division 4 fixture versus St. Pauls was played on Tuesday evening last April 26th in Clonmellon. The Downs were ahead by one point at half time but more importantly they were ahead by 3 at the full-time whistle. Final score: The Downs 2-12 St. Pauls 0-15. Well done to all. Team and scorers: Senan O’Driscoll, Keith Carroll, Shane Egerton, Ryan Briody, Ciarán Seery, Eoghan Moore (0-1), Trevor Fitzpatrick, Oisín Murray Oisín Loughlin, Cian Carty, Shane Carroll (1-04 2f), Tadhg Nolan, Jack Carroll (0-4 3f), Ben Harte (1-03), Alan Colgan. Subs Used: Niall Murray, Scott Murtagh, Brendan Flynn
The Division 3 Round 7 League game against Mullingar Shamrocks on Friday evening April 29th ended in defeat for The Downs with Shamrocks a goal to the good at the final whistle. Final score read 3-09 to 4-09. Hard luck lads: Team: Senan O’Driscoll, Keith Carroll, Eoghan Moore, Ryan Briody, Eoghan Murray, Cian McCourt, Cian Carty, James Drumm, Oisín Loughlin, Kevin Bell, Shane Carroll (0-1), Ben Harte (0-3), Jack Carroll (3-03 2f), Adam Conneely (0-1), Donal Coughlan (0-1). Subs Used: Liam Faukner, Eanna Burke
The Division 1 side hosted Milltown at home on Sunday morning in Round 7 of the ACFL League, recording a comprehensive win making it 7 wins out of 7 in Division 1. Well done to all involved. Team: Trevor Martin, Liam Faulkner, Peter Murray, Keith Carroll, Joe Moran, Mark Kelly, Eanna Burke, Dean Clarke, Ciarán Nolan, Oisín Raleigh, Andy Kilmartin, Kevin O’Sullivan, Jack Carroll, Ian Martin, Tom Tuite. Subs Used: Ben Harte, Dean Egerton, Oisín Loughlin, Charlie Drumm, Luke Loughlin
ACFL Round 7 League Fixture
One ACFL fixture this week: Division 4 Round 7 Tuesday May 3rd, The Downs V Rosemount at home. Throw-in 7:30pm
Underage Round- Up
All roads lead to Bunbrosna G.A.A Club on Saturday morning last where our U7, U9 and U11 squads played against Bunbrosna, Mullingar Shamrocks and Ballynacarrigy. A great morning’s football was had by all and as per usual the hospitality was second to none. Well done to players, coaches and parents alike for making it another memorable outing. We would like to wish a speedy recovery to one of our U9 stars Luke Kenna who unfortunately picked up an arm injury on the day. Get well soon Luke!
Na Dúnta Division 4 V St. Pauls last Tuesday April
The Downs U7’s U9’s and U11s that played a Go Games blitz in Bunbrosna April 30th 2022
Scór Fundraising Draw
Congratulations to the winners of the Scór fundraising draw that took place on Easter Monday. Thanks to all who supported the fundraiser, it was greatly appreciated by the Scór Committee. Prize winners were as follows: Conor Cleary (1st prize) Sean Flynn (2nd prize ) and Pat Doran Offaly (3rd prize). Congratulations to all. 
Scór Fundraising Winners presented with their prizes by the Scór Committee to Séan Flynn above and Conor Cleary below
The Downs Ladies LGFA Underage Round Up
The Downs Girls U14s had a very busy week this week. Their first outing was against Killucan in the League on Tuesday evening at home with Killucan just proving too strong for our girls on the night. On Saturday the same group, along with their U15 colleagues travelled to Rosemount to compete in the Westmeath Féile competition. The girls competed in Division 3 against Cill Óige and Moate and were unlucky not to claim one of the coveted semi-final spots. Although Cill Óige proved too strong for the girls, we put up a great fight against Moate but with a second defeat, it meant that Na Dúnta Ladies involvement in this year’s Féile had come to an end. The girls can hold their heads high, fighting to the bitter end in miserable conditions. Well done to players and coaches and many thanks to Rosemount for hosting so professionally.
The Downs LGFA Girls U15 Féile team that competed for Féile honours last Saturday April 30th
Gaelic for Mothers and Others
Gaelic for Mothers and Others is well and truly up and running in The Downs. The ladies were out in their numbers again last Wednesday with some new arrivals to add to the group for another very enjoyable session. If you are interested in joining, please contact Anne-marie on 0874140184.
Congratulations
Congratulations to Jack Cooney and the Westmeath team who overcame Longford on Saturday evening in TEG Cusack Park in the Leinster SFC quarter-final. We are immensely proud of our own clubmen Luke Loughlin, Johnathan Lynam, Trevor Martin, Kevin O’Sullivan and Charlie Drumm for their involvement. Well done to all.
TG4 Underdogs
TG4 show The Underdogs will be using The Downs GAA Club grounds and facilities to film their hurling trials on next Sunday May 8th. We look forward to show-casing our ever improving facilities and we wish all the participants the very best of luck.
The Downs Ladies LGFA Clothes Collection
Reminder: Our clothes collection runs all year round. The bin is located at the front of the clubhouse for anyone that would like to get rid of their unwanted clothes. This ongoing fundraising event plays a major part in helping with the development of the club. Support is much appreciated
Club Shop
The Club shop won’t be open this Friday May 6th but will be back open the following Friday May 13th during underage training. Keep an eye on our social media pages for further updates.
The Downs Ladies LGFA Online Shop
Our official NA Dúnta Ladies Football gear is again available on the following link https://kcsports.ie/collections/the-downs-ladies. Keep an eye on our social media pages for any updates.
Job Vacancy
We currently have a vacancy for the position of Caretaker/Groundsperson position at The Downs GAA Club. This is a Community Employment Position with MSCO Ltd. Anyone interested please access the following link.
Vacancy: Caretaker/Groundsperson Downs GAA Club
And we have a winner!!! Fantastic news in The Downs on Friday evening last. Many congratulations to Fergus Grogan winner of the Jackpot of €12,000. Best wishes from everyone at the Downs GAA Club. Our Numbers Draw continues every Friday night at 8.30 p.m. All new members welcome.
Clubhouse Bar
Our Clubhouse bar continues to be open on Friday nights only for the moment. Please keep an eye on our social media pages for further updates
Weekly Fundraising Draw
We will continue to live stream our Fundraising Draw draw via our Facebook page for the foreseeable future. Tune in at 9-30 on each Monday night to catch the draw.
Draw Results 02/05/2022 Jackpot €3,100
Numbers Drawn: 01, 07, 08, 23
No match 4 Jackpot winner
3 x €50 Lucky Dip Winners: JJ & Carmel Monaghan, A&D, Sean Monaghan
Next week’s jackpot is €3,200
Those who now wish to play our fundraising draw can do so by any one of the following methods;
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 ClubForce https://bit.ly/38QZj6W
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:
