John Mitchel’s GAC

Glenullin GAC notes.

CLUB MEMBERSHIP.

Please note that all membership is now due. It is essential that all members pay for this. Compared to other clubs this fee is substantially lower and is needed to go towards the high cost of insurance. If you are not a club member you are not insured. You can give your £20 to any committee member.

DINNER DANCE

The Dinner Dance has been cancelled due to lack of interest. A prize giving evening will take place in the club in a few weeks time.

CLUB 180

Please note payment for the coming year is now due. Please make cheques payable to “Friends of Glenullin”. The next draw will be held on Saturday evening.

MINORS

Minors will continue their training on Monday nights in Ballerin. Reports are very positive as they head for their first match away to Claudy on Monday 27^th February at 7pm. Please note this match will be played on Claudy’s training pitch. The team had a win over Limavady last Monday evening. Well done lads.

UNDER 14'S

The boys will continue to train at 7pm on Thursday nights and 9am on Sunday morning.

Glenullin u-14 got their Feile na og campaign off to a winning start with a win over Doire Transa at Magilligan on a score line 5-7 to 2-3. Glenullin got off to a good start with Jack Mcilvar, Diarmaid McNicholl and Cathal Hasson causing all sorts of problems for the Doire Trasna defence up 2-4 after 10 minutes. Doire Trasna finished the half strongly with Glenulin goalkeeper PM McCloskey pulling off a smart save along with some good defending by Seamus O'Kane, James Conway and Fergal Close. Glenulin ended the Half up 2-4. Glenulin started the second half brightly with midfielders Daniel O Kane and Conor Rafferty setting up some good moves but resolute defending by Doire Trasna and poor finishing Glenullin were unable to build on their first half lead. Doire Trasna enjoyed their best spell in the game quickly getting some fine scores scoring. 2-3. This seemed to waken up the Glenullin team with Eugene Talbot, James McKeown and Oisin McGowan playing well. Reece Quigg scored a great goal for Glenulin to settle the nerves. Karl Mullen Glenullin centre half forward kicked a couple of crucial points in the second half with Nial Tohill involved in some good moves in the second half. Three subs made their debuts for Glenullin and all played well were Christopher Bradley, Ciaran O'Kane and Pearce McIlvar.

 

Next up another tough challenge in the Feile against Greenlough. Man of match Fergal Close

 

FUNDAMENTALS

The fundamentals are well under way again after the Christmas break. Eoin would really appreciate the full support of all parents at these classes, especially the Tuesday night session. You do not have to be an expert, you could collect the money are just help reset the equipment and go around with the different groups. REMEMBER THE FUNDAMENTALS IS A HUGE BENEFIT TO YOUR CHILD’S GENERAL FITNESS AND WELL-BEING. THE MORE ADULT HELP GIVEN THE GREATER BENEFIT TO YOUR CHILD.

CIRCUITS

Just a reminder that Eoin’s circuit classes are running each Monday, 9.30-10.30 and Wednesday, 6.30-7-30pm. Cost is £3 per class.

REMINDER

NO CHILD UNDER THE AGE OF 16 IS PERMITTED IN THE GYM.

SCOR.

The semi-final of the Scor will take place on Sunday 26^th February at 5pm in Swatragh club with the finals been held the following week in Glenullin. Your support would be greatly appreciated.

LIVE TO PLAY

On Thursday 1^st March at 7.30pm, a demonstration will take place in the carpark of the community centre, re-enacting the trauma which follows a car crash. Emergency services(fire and police departments) will be on hand to demonstrate what happens when they come across a car accident. We would appeal to all our young members, especially those who have recently started to drive or, are just learning. The statistics for death and serious injuries due to dangerous and careless driving are staggering. This is an excellent opportunity for all of us to think about our actions on the road.

PUBLIC MEETING

There will be an open meeting for all members of the community on Wednesday 29^th February. The committee wishes to extend an invitation to all to come for an update on the developments already underway. After the huge efforts you made in raising the funds, this is an excellent opportunity to hear how things are progressing, discover what the future months will bring and to ask any questions about the new hall and new pitch. We are hoping for a big turnout. This is your future….be part of it.