Club Notes May 2007

4th May

Event of the Year : Don't forget This years Gala Sportsman Ball takes place on Friday 18th May in the Fiddlers Elbow Carrickmacross. MC on the night Adrian Logan other special guests include All Ireland Winner Benny Tierney along with BBC and Gaelic life's Joe Brolly will also be in attendance.This is the ideal opportunity to show your appreciation to the club, show how much your employees mean to you, show off to your Clients, or just a good night of entertainment.Anyone wishing to book a table or book individual places should contact Maura Mc Nally on 087-9102143 or Seamus Mc Enaney on 087- 2632990. A night not to be missed

Corduff v Cremartin; Our senor team were hosts to Cremartin last Saturday evening like all our games this season it turned out to be a close encounter. Corduff were first to score through Martin Mills it was point for point until in the second quarter Cremartin hit the back of the Corduff net. But Corduff responded straight away with George Mc Kitterick registering a point. But for some great defending by Louis King in the first half and the work of Declan Larkin in mid field the margin could of been more at half time .Half time score Corduff 0-05 Cremartin 1-05.Cremartin started first in the second half before Corduff scored 3 unanswered points to have the score back to a point. Cremartin extended there lead to 2 points but then through some hard work from Gareth King in Backs and Ray Byrne on the 40 corduff Corduff came back to draw level with an excellent score from George Mc Kitterick. Declan Larkin scored the winner after he won the ball at mid field. Final Score: Cremartin 1-08 Corduff 0-12

Team: D Byrne, P Mc Mahon, C Brennan,S Mc Nally,L King,D Larkin,C Malone,G Mc Kitterick, F Monaghan,C Marron, M Gilseain,G King, P Gollogly, R Byrne,M Milles Subs Gerry Mee For Ciaran Malone Aidan Marron For Fran Monaghan, Lee Mc Gardle for A Marron, Niall Reilly for Lee Mc Gardle.

Reserve League; Our reserve team were away to Cremartin last Wednesday evening. After going behind to a goal within 2 minutes Corduff was then given a further blow with the loss of Noel Crosson. But the Corduff team rallied with some extra play from Colm Marron and Brendan Kerley and through some excellent points from Padraic Gollogly in the first half. We went in leading by the slimmest of margins at half time. Corduff game out of the blocks first in the second half registering 1-01 within 2 minutes the Goal coming from Lee Mc Gardle. With some excellent defending from Frank Mc Enaney and Paddy Mc Mahon Cremartin only registered 3 points in the second half.Corduff were to hit the back of the net for the second time when Stephen Cunningham and Lee Mc Gardle combined to rattle the Cremartin net. Final Score Corduff 2-11 Cremartin 2-3

Team: D Byrne, P Mc Mahon, P Connolly, M Mc Nally, S Mc Connon, F Mc Enaney, C Malone, B Kerley, S Mc Nally, C Marron,N Crosson, M Fox, P Gollogly, P Mc Gardle, N Reilly. Subs: L Mc Gardle for N Crosson, Stephen Cunningham for Peter Mc Gardle, Darren Mc Glone for Michael Fox

Upcoming Fixture: Our senior team is at home to Emyvale this Saturday evening at 7pm.All support welcome.

Championship Countdown: Time to get the flags out again Corduff play Monaghan harps on May12th in Clontibret.

Under 16 League: After a very close encounter against Emyvale last Friday evening where our boys battled to the very end. The home team eventually came out victorious, but the display from the boys was something to be proud of. This week we have a bye. Next game is against Magheracloone at home on Friday 11th May.

Under 14 League: This Saturday we are at home to Blackhill throw in 4pm. All support welcome.

Under 12 League: We had a great win over Drumhowan last Saturday. It was a strong spirited display by all players. Next outing is against Aghabog on Saturday 12th May.

Minor League: There was a much improved performance by the Farney gaels outfit Tuesday night 24th when they were up against a strong Scotstown side. They played St. Enda's last Tuesday night 1st May see result else where.

Juvenile kit: There has been a hugh response to the Corduff Gaels Juvenile pack that has been developed for 10 to 18 years. This includes a Corduff Gaels kit bag, Corduff socks and shorts. The total cost is a very reasonable €30.But items can be bought separately. For more information please contact Frank on 087 2382875

Jerseys: Another call to all players to have a look in the usual spots under the beds, boots of cars and kit bags for all jerseys. With the championship approaching quickly a full set of jerseys is needed and this is not possible at the moment.

Speedy Recovery: Best wishes to Noel Crosson and Aidan Marron who picked up serious injuries during the two games against Cremartin last week. Hope to see you out of the casts soon and back in the amber and black.

Good Luck: To the boys and girls who are making their Communion in the comming weeks.

Alotto; No winner of this weeks jackopt

Numbers drawn were 4,2,19,16

The lucky 20 euro winners were:

Frank Rooney Kingspan, P Farrelly Shercock

Robert Sheenan Kingspan, Pat Conroy Kingspan

Sharon and Stephen c/o Mountain Dew

Edel Boylan Carrick, Louis King Corduff

Nicholas Kearns Kingspan, Linda Cregan,

Stephen Quigley C/O QE'S

Next weeks Jackpot € 6,300

If your not in you can't win.

Yearly Allotto: There is still time to join our very popular yearly lotto anyone wishing to join or would like any more information contact any committee member for more details.

Club Notes: Anyone wishing to have club notes included please contact me
on 087-9050707 before 9pm on Monday night. Anyone wishing club notes to be e-mailed to them each week please e-mail karenkeenan07@hotmail.com

Ladies Notes

Senior Ladies; The Senior Ladies latest game was held on Friday the 27th away to Emyvale. Corduff achieved a win with the final score being 2-14 to 1-9. This was the first game in which the girls wore the new jerseys,
and a special thanks is in order to Carrick Pharmacy for their kind
and generous sponsorship.
This bank holiday weekend the ladies are set to play Laragh in a
challenge match.
Training continues for U-12 and U-14 on Tuesday evenings at 6 o’clock
and on Thursdays at 7:30.
Jerseys: Anyone who has a team jersey is asked to return it as soon as possible.
Affiliations: are due and are payable to Barbara, €38.50 for over 18’s
and 28.50 for U18’s.

11th May

Championship Countdown: This Saturday evening the men in black and amber take on Monaghan Harps in The Championship. Over the last number of years this has been an entertaining and very close fixture, this game is being built up to be the same. All support needed for the team as the supporters will be the 16th man. Throw in 6.15 in Clontibret.

So close yet so far: That was the way things felt last Saturday evening when our senior team depleted by injuries traveled to Emyvale. Emyvale always had there noses in front despite the best efforts of the full back line of Paddy Mc Mahon, Gerry Mee and Ciaran Brennan. We had a great goal chance when Martin Mills played a perfect ball in but the goal keeper smothered it. Corduff had plenty of chances but could not raise the white flag. With some excellent scores from Louis King, George Mc Kitterick, Martin Mills and Pauric Gollogly we battled our way back to within 2 points at half time. Half Time score Corduff 0-6 Emyvale 1-05. In the 3rd quarter Corduff controlled the game with Declan Larkin and Fran Monaghan controlling mid-field with excellent support from Gareth King, Shane Mc Nally and man of the match Louis King. With 7 Minutes left George Mc Kitterick and Ray Byrne combined to rattle the back of the Emyvale net but this was not enough. Final Score Corduff 1-6 Emyvale 1-7.

Team: D Byrne, P Mc Mahon, C Brennan,S Mc Nally,L King,D Larkin,C Malone,G Mc Kitterick, F Monaghan,G Mee, M Gilseain,G King, P Gollogly, R Byrne,M Mills Sub used Niall Reilly

History being made : At 4.35 on Sunday 6th May 2007 History was made in the Corduff club when the first Father and son played together on the same pitch (I stand to be corrected).Seamus (Banty) and John MC Enaney were among the Junior B players that took on Rockcorry last Sunday. Corduff were kept quiet in the first half with only a single score on the board at half time that coming from a free by Padraig Gollogly that Peter Mc Gardle had won. Half Time Score Rockcorry 0-08 Corduff 0-01. Corduff were like a different team in the second half playing with the wind with some fine points from Stephen Cunningham, Padraic Gollogly, Niall Reilly and Frank Mc Enaney Corduff were back to within 3 points. The scores were the result from the hard work shown by the Corduff players with some vital balls being won by Seamus Mc Connon, Shane Mc Nally and Frank Mc Enaney.The History was made when John Mc Enaney was introduced with 15 minutes remaining he joined his father in the full forward line. In extra time our Chairman and County Manager hit the back of the Rockcorry net to level the score. Final Score Rockcorry 0-11 Corduff 1-08

Team: D Byrne, M Mc Nally, P Connolly, C Malone, S Mc Connon, F Mc Enaney, M Fox,S Mc Nally,P Mc Mahon, S Cunningham, P Gollogly,D Mc Glone, P Mc Gardle, S Mc Enaney, N Reilly. Subs used. J Mc Enaney and D Crosson

Upcoming Fixture:After The championship this week focus turns to the leagues again Saturday 19th May the seniors are away to Monaghan Harps again this week in the league, Wednesday 23rd May the Reserve team is away to Aghabog,Sunday 27th May we are at home to Drumhowan. June begins with a senior game against Aghabog away on Sunday 3rd June.

Under 16 League:This week our boys had a well deserved break.They are back in business tomorrow evening when they take on Magheracloone at home.

Under 14 League: Our under 14 suffered defeat at the hands of Blackhill last Saturday. The boys tried until the end but it just wasn't to be. Next game Saturday 19th May when we are at home to Doohamlet.

Under 12 League: This Saturday we are playing Aghabog away throw in 4pm.

Minor League: There was a much improved performance by the Farney gaels outfit Tuesday night 2nd when they were up against a strong and determined St. Enda's side. After a great performance we came out eventual winners. They played Castleblaney last Tuesday night 8th May see result else where.

Juvenile kit:There has been a hugh response to the Corduff Gaels Juvenile pack that has been developed for 10 to 18 years. This includes a Corduff Gaels kit bag, Corduff socks and shorts.The total cost is a very reasonable €30.But items can be bought separately. For more information please contact Frank on 087 2382875.

Jerseys: Another call to all players to have a look in the usual spots under the beds, boots of cars and kit bags for all jerseys.With the championship approaching quickly a full set of jerseys is needed and this is not possible at the moment.

Speedy Recovery: We've added more to our injury list this week with Brendan Kerley, Lee Mc Gardle, Seamus Mc Enaney and Colm Marron joining Aidan Marron and Noel Crosson on the physio's table.

Allotto Results:No winner of this weeks Jackopt

Num,bers drawn were 25,9,12,22

The Lucky 20euro winners were

Geraldine Marron c/o Bose, Cian Callan Corduff,

Eithne Malone Corduff,Maureen Kellett Shercock,

D White K/span, Connolly Bros Corduff,

M Lambe K/span, G Keenan Sreenty,

Anthony Taylor Shercock, Maria Gilsenan Corduff.

Next weeks Jackpot 6400

If your not in you can't win

Yearly Allotto: There is still time to join our very popular yearly lotto anyone wishing to join or would like any more information contact any committee member for more details.

Ladies:

Seniors: This Friday the 11th the Senior Ladies are set to play St. Brigids
instead of Aughnamullen as previously thought. All girls should aim to
arrive in Ballybay for 18:50, for a throw in at 19:30. This will be
our last match of the league before the all important championship
match against Truagh in Corduff on 18th May. This will be a 19:30
throw in also, and all support is greatly appreciated for the girls
who have been working hard, since the start of the year, for this
match.

Well Done: Well done to the Under 14 girls who had their first match on Monday,
against St. Brigids. They were narrowly beaten by 2 points, after a
terrific performance from all of the girls.
Training for the U12 and U14 continues on Tuesdays at 18:00, and
Thursdays at 19:30.

Affiliations are now due for all players, the following can be paid to
Barbara: €38.50 for Over 18’s and €28.50 for U18’s.

18th May

Event of the Year : This Friday night is the long awaited Gala Ball that sees some of the best Gaelic Personlities come together for a great night's enterainment for a local good cause. There is still a limited number of seats available for this unforgetable night, where Adrian Logan will be MC on the night. If anyone would to take this opportunity to show your appreciation to the club, show how much your employees mean to you, show off to your Clients, or just a good night of entertainment. Anyone wishing to book a table or book individual places should contact Maura Mc Nally on 087-9102143 or Seamus Mc Enaney on 087- 2632990. A night not to be missed

Upcoming Fixture: Focus turns to the leagues again this week when on Saturday 19th May the seniors are away to Monaghan Harps again this week in the league, Wednesday 23rd May the Reserve team is away to Aghabog, Sunday 27th May we are at home to Drumhowan. June begins with a senior game against Aghabog away on Sunday 3rd June.

Championship; Last Saturday evening we travelled to Clontibret to take on Monaghan Harps in the Championship. Corduff were first of the blocks when a high ball into the full forward line and Raymond Byrne fisted the ball down the finish was supplied by Mark Gilseain who rattled the back of the Monaghan Harps net. Raymond Byrne then extened the lead with a fine taken point with the left boot. It was Monaghan Harps turn to hit the back of the net in the tenth minute. Colm Marron leveled the score in the 19th minute before Mark Gilseain put Corduff ahead. Monaghan Harps were again close to hitting the back of the net only for some maginificant defending from man of the match Paddy Mc Mahon and Ciaran Brennan. Half Time Score Corduff 1-03 Monaghan Harps 1-04. Despite alot of hard work from Declan Larkin and Raymond Byrne Monaghan Harps went on to score 5 unanswered points. The fight back seemed on when Raymond Byrne converted a free and then Gareth King knocked down the ball and Martin Mills scored a goal,but it was to llittle to late.Final Score Corduff 2-04 Monaghan Harps 1-09

Team: Maurice Murphy, Paddy Mc Mahon,Ciaran Brennan, Gerry Mee, Shane Mc Nally, Louis King,Gareth King, Declan Larkin, Fran Monaghan, Colm Marron, George Mc Kitterick,Marin Mills,Pauric Gollogly, Raymond Byrne, Mark Gilseain.Suns used, Lee Mc Gardle, Shane Mc Nally

Under 16 League:Last Friday night a very determined under 16 team took on Maghercloone in Corduff.Corduff were out of the blocks first when Padraig Mc Nally scored a great point this was quickly followed by a perfect free kick from John Mc Enaney, Corduff had another score from Padraig Mc Nally before Maghercloone registered there first point. Due to some excellent defending Maghercloone were held and only scored another point in the first half. Half Time Score: Corduff 0-04 Maghercloone 0-02.The second half started like the first ended it was quick and exciting Maghercloone was first out of the blocks and had the Corduff lead back to within a point but with some excellent build up play Padraic Keenan supplied the finish. Then Corduff hit the back of the net twice in as many minutes first from Brendan Mc Nally followed by Padraig Mc Nally. Final Score Corduff 2-6 Maghercloone 0-04. This Friday night they are away against St. Enda's.

Team: Kyle Christy, Padraic Keenan, Aidan Ward, Davis Mc Gardle, Jimmy Marron, Ben Woods, Jason Hand, Fergal Marron, Mark Mc Enaney,Lorcan Keenan, John Mc Enaney, Michael Mc Caul, Brendan Mc Nally, Aodhan Campbell. Subs; Ryan Lowndes, Kian Mc Enaney, Blain Mc Enaney

Under 14 League. This Saturday 19th May we are at home to Doohamlet.

Under 12 League: Last Saturday the under 12 had a brilliant win over Aghabog last weekend.

Under 10: Last Thursday our under 10 team took on a very strong Maghercloone team in Corduff.After a slow start from Corduff when Maghercloon had registered 1-02 without reply, the fight back was on when Eva Woods registered the first point for Corduff this was quickley followed by a brillant goals from Eamoon Marron and Killian Hand and this set Corduff on their way. With other fine scores and work from Fergal Hanarthy,Gavin Mc Enaney and Shane Hand our under 10 team proved that they are a team to watch in the future.

Minor: Training continues Tuesday and Thursdays check with management for times.

Juvenile kit: There has been a hugh response to the Corduff Gaels Juvenile pack that has been developed for 10 to 18 years. This includes a Corduff Gaels kit bag, Corduff socks and shorts. The total cost is a very reasonable €30. But items can be bought separately. For more information please contact Frank on 087 2382875

Congratulations: To Ben Woods and Charles Cooney who were part of the Carrick Rovers Under 14 Division 1 team who won the League Final and Sheild recently. Also to Jason and Niall Hand who both won Cups in the Redemina Bowls Competition Recently.

Speedy Recovery: Another week another injury we now add Declan Larkin and Mark Gilseain to the injury list this week.

Best Wishes: To Dean Keenan and Aidan Marron who had operations recently and Charles Cooney who is in hospital at the minute. Hope to see you back soon.

Yearly Allotto: There is still time to join our very popular yearly lotto anyone wishing to join or would like any more information contact any committee member for more details.

Ladies

Corduff Ladies Senior team took 2 points in the league after a
comprehensive win over St. Brigids, last Friday (Score:2-11 to 4
points).This allows the girls to take on Truagh this Friday 18th in
the first round of the championship with a positive attitude. All
players should arrive at 18.50, for a home throw in at 19.30. All
support will be greatly appreciated.
Medals were presented to the winning U14 and U16 11-a-side teams at
the presentation night in Corduff recently. Congratulations to the
following who were chosen as the players of the year; Barbara Ward
U12, Laura McEnaeney U14, Louise Byrne U16, Fiona Lowndes U18.

The Corduff Ladies would like to thank Aidan and all at Carrick
Pharmacy for their generous sponsorship of the new team jerseys.

Corduff Ladies GFC are hosting a Steak BBQ on Saturday the 23rd June.
Admission is ¤25.00, and tickets are available from any committee
member, player or from the Mountain Dew direct. More details to follow.

Training for the U12 and U14 continues on Tuesdays at 18:00, and
Thursdays at 19:30.

25th May

Gala Ball; Last Friday night the much anticipated Gala ball took place. As usual Adrian Logan MC on the night provided great entertainment for those in attendance. Special guest on the night Benny Tierney and Martin Mc Hugh also provided some fun. The committee would like to thank everyone who sponsored tables Cormley PVC, M Crilly & Co. Solicitors, M&P Group, P&P Mc Mahon Construction, , Westernra Arms Hotel, F.K.M, Laragh Haulage, Corduff Gaels Supporters Club, Fiddlers Elbow, Mountain Dew, Gypsum, Kingsons Development, Kilmore Hotel, Kingspan, Slieve Russell Hotel. Sincere thanks to all who contributed items for auction and lively bidding on all items again ensured it was not only entertaining but financially rewarding.

Upcoming Fixture: Focus turns to the leagues again this week when on Wednesday 23rd May the Reserve team is away to Aghabog, Sunday 27th May we are at home to Drumhowan. June begins with a senior game against Aghabog away on Sunday 3rd June.

Reserve League: Last Wednesday night our reserve team took on Trugh in terrible conditions in Corduff.Despite the rain it didn't put a damper on the game Corduff started strong but found themselves a goal behind in the opening minutes, like usual the team came back and with some fine scores from Colm Marron, Padraig Gollogly and Shane Mc Nally Jnr we were back ahead at half time after Colm Marron hit the back of the Truagh net. Half Time score Truagh 1-03 Corduff 1-06.Corduff were ahead throughout the second half this was due to some excellent work in defence and mid field.Corduff scored some more excellent points the suppliers being Padraig Gollogly, Colm Marron, Stephen Cunningham, Shane Mc Nally and man of the match Paddy Mc Mahon. Padraig Gollogy again supplied a goal for Corduff in the second half. Final Score Truagh 1-07 Corduff 2-14

Under 16 League: Last Friday night the under 16 team made the long trip to St. Enda's a combination of Currin and Eire Og.Every one knew this was going to be a hard place to go and collect 2 points. The team put in a very determined,spirated performance and their was nothing to seperate the teams in the end. No game this week due to the exam break.

Team: Kyle Christy, David Mc Gardle, Aidan Ward, Ryan Lownes, Padraic Keenan, Ben Woods, Jason Hand, Fergal Marron, Mark Mc Enaney, John Mc Enaney, Charles Cooney, Michael Mc Caul, Pauric Mc Nally, Brendan Mc Nally, Aodhan Campbell. Subs; Lorcan Keenan, Stephen Farrelly, Cian Mc Enaney.

Under 14 League. Our under 14 team were due to play Doohamlet last Saturday but we were given a walk over. Next game is against Drumhowan at home.

Under 12 League: This weekend we take on Aughnamullen at home.

Minor: Training continues Tuesday and Thursdays check with management for times.

Juvenile kit: There has been a hugh response to the Corduff Gaels Juvenile pack that has been developed for 10 to 18 years. This includes a Corduff Gaels kit bag,Corduff socks and shorts.The total cost is a very reasonable €30. But items can be bought separately. For more information please contact Frank on 087 2382875

Jerseys: Another call to all players young and old to have a look in the usual spots under the beds, boots of cars and kit bags for all jerseys. A number of the under 10 striped jerseys are missing and at the moment we do not have a full set for the team.

Congratulations: To Aaron Byrne who took park in the All Ireland Championships last weekend in Donegal, in which he was placed third.

Congratulations: To a former player Micheal Mc Nally and wife Joan on the birth of their twins.Rumour is that the Registration form is in the post.

Well Done: To the High School Under 15 team who played in the Ulster Final Yesterday,Corduff was well respresented on the team with Padraig (Padna) Mc Nally, Charles Cooney, Ben Woods and it was capained by the one and only Brendan (Cokey) Mc Nally.Also the manger was our very own Paddy Martin, who is part of the Senior team management in Corduff.

Allotto Results: No winner of this weeks Jackpot Numbers Drawn were:

7,19,18,25

The lucky 20 euro winners were:

David Watters k/span, Paraic Connoly m/duck,

Tom Rice C/O JJ, Jim Mc Philips C/o Mc Connells,

Aileen Duffy c/o Bose, Gary Donnelly C/O Phil Malone,

Bernard Byrne C/O Maura,John Anderson C/O K/Span

Killian Farrelly C/O K/Span, Michael Mc Cluskey Shercock

Next week Jackpot € 6,600

If your not in you can't win.

Yearly Allotto: There is still time to join our very popular yearly lotto anyone wishing to join or would like any more information contact any committee member for more details.

Ladies

Corduff Ladies played Truagh in the Championship on Friday last. Hard
luck to the girls who gave 110% in a battling performance.
Unfortunately it was very disappointing as we didn’t come out on top,
despite a terrific match. The girls were leading by five points at
half time with the strong wind on their side, however, Truagh then had
the same advantage come the second half and managed to make the final
score 7 points to 6.

Corduff Ladies GFC are hosting a Mid-Summer Steak BBQ on Saturday the
23rd June, at 8.30pm. There will be music by “Binder Twine”, followed
by a disco. It promises to be great night of craic, caint, ceol agus
bia. Admission is €25.00, and tickets are available from any committee
member, player or from the Mountain Dew direct.

Hard luck to the U14 team who lost to Emyvale last week. U12 and U14
training continues on Tuesdays at 6.pm and Thursdays at 7.30 pm.

Well done to the U16 team who beat Latton on Sunday last. The next U16
game is this Friday in Donaghmoyne, leaving Corduff at 6.15 pm.
Training will be Tuesday at 7.