Annual General Meeting: The 2012 Scotstown GAA AGM took place last Friday night, November 23^rd in the Scotstown Sports Complex. Secretary Michael McMahon gave an extensive report on club activities in what was another busy year. The success of the C team in securing the League and Championship double was a highlight on the field of play, as was the success of the second annual Ned Run on the charity front. Treasurer Eugene McKenna reported on the finances of the club, and emphasised the importance of the income of the monthly Ciste draw to the running of the club. Outgoing Youth Officer Macartan McKenna presented a report on the year’s youth activities. Macartan thanked all who helped out in many ways at this level throughout the year, and pointed out that additional help is always needed and would be welcomed. The youth structure provided footballing opportunities for a large proportion of the local youth, and silverware was secured at Under 12, 14, 16 and Minor level. The Scór report was presented by the club secretary in the absence of Cultural Officer Pauline Rooney, who could not attend due to commitments at the Scór na nÓg county final. The secretary and the chairman both praised the dedicated few who work so hard on the cultural front within the club. Chairman Kevin Connolly reflected on what was a mixed year for the club. He thanked players, coaches and management in particular for their hard work in the past year, and called for a concerted effort from all connected with the club for the year ahead. Outgoing officers John Meehan, Macartan McKenna and Ronnie McDermott were praised for their contributions during their terms of office, and their replacements were wished well in their new roles. The only officer role contested this year was for Registrar, with Frankie McCarey coming out on top after a ballot. The officers for 2013 will be as follows – Chairman: Kevin Connolly; Vice Chairman: Eugene McCarey; Secretary: Michael McMahon; Assistant Secretary: Peter McKenna; Treasurer: Eugene McKenna; Assistant Treasurer: Martin Connolly; Public Relations Officer: Seán Corr; Youth Officer: Gary McQuaid; Coaching Officer: David McCague; Cultural Officer: Pauline Rooney; Development Officer: Niall McKenna; Registrar: Frankie McCarey; County Board Delegate: Austin Corrigan; Players Representative: To be confirmed; Alcohol & Substance Abuse Officer: Caroline Caulfield; Children’s Officer: Alice McMahon. The two motions brought before the AGM were passed, and after the remaining business was concluded, tea was served in the Social Club.

Ciste: The monthly Ciste draw took place on Saturday night in the Complex, and the winners were: €700 Dominic McArdle, c/o Dermot Maguire; €300 Ann McQuaid. c/o Gerard Caulfield; €100 Kathleen O’ Neill. Allygesh; €100 McGeough family, Knockcor; €100 Patsy Caulfield, Iterera; €100 Barry Mathers, Omagh; €100 Brian Brogan, Killycarnan; €100 Finn Sherlock, Tonyclea. Sellers Prizes: €30 Dermot Maguire and €30 Kevin Connolly. The next draw will take place on Saturday 22nd December 2012.

Child Protection Course: A reminder that the Child Protection Course will take place this Friday, November 30^th at 7pm in the Complex.

Scór: Well done to Céilí Dancing and Ballad groups on their success at the Scór na nÓg county final on Friday night in Ardaghey.

Ladies Minors: Our Minor team came up against a strong Killeeshil side in the Ulster Championship quarter-final last Sunday in Emyvale. The girls battled hard but Killeeshil proved too strong to overcome. Hard luck to all involved.

Christmas Fayre: A big thank you to everyone involved with the huge success of our Christmas Fayre last Sunday. Thanks to everyone who baked the scrumptious tray bakes, the ladies who helped serve the tea, the face-painters, the ticket sellers, and the men’s club for their help with preparing the hall and manning the door. Thanks also to everyone who came to visit the 60 stalls in attendance, making it a great event.

Get Well Soon: the club would like to wish Lisa Brady a speedy recovering following her recent surgery. We hope you’re fit and well for the festive period.

Congratulations: The ladies club would like to congratulate Emma McKenna who recently received an Ulster Schools All-Star award representing Our Lady’s, Castleblayney. Emma was the only player to receive an All-Star in county Monaghan, and she will go on to compete in the Inter-Provincial Competition at the end of January. Well done Emma.

Bar Rota: Sean McKenna and Kevin Boylan.

Condolences: Sympathy is extended to the family and friends of the recently deceased including Owen McCrudden, Ballyhaise; Annie Treanor, Drumdart/Drumlish; Mary Connolly, Emyvale, Willie Savage, Emyvale and Maggie McCarron, Emyvale.