Lotto Results

The numbers drawn in the Club Lotto on Monday 8th September were 10, 12, 14 and 22. The jackpot of €1,500 was not won this week and the €50 Lucky Dip winners were: Ann Quigley, Derek & Ina Irwin DD, John Cumiskey & Pauline Fay. The next draw will take place in the clubrooms on Monday 15th September and the Jackpot will be €1,600

Senior Championship

Seniors are out again in the league on Saturday when we play Clontibret. Game will be played in Iniskeen with throw in at 6p.m. Please support.

Minor Championship

Minors are continuing their training as the countdown is on to the county final in Clones on Sunday 5th October. It is vital that all players attend every training session.

Under-16 Division 1 League

Our U16 team were in action on Thursday evening last in the league semi-final against Scotstown which was played in Kingscourt. This was the proverbial game of two halves with Scotstown dominant in the first but a resurgent Magheracloone taking control in the second. The home side started promisingly but wayward shooting meant that they only had three points on the board after fifteen minutes through Luke Mc Kenna and a Paudie Mc Mahon brace. Scotstown had replied with a couple of points from play and two pointed frees to lead by a point with a fine save by Jack Kirk keeping us in contention. Scotstown were exerting a lot of pressure at this stage but some great defending by Connor Cassin and Fergal Goodman combined with some fine fielding by Niall Marron and Liam Óg Murray helped ease the pressure. In the 20th minute of the half Barry Kieran managed to shake off his marker and finish from a narrow angle to score the first goal of the game. From there to half time Scotstown were in control however, scoring an unanswered goal and two points to lead by 1-6 to 1-3 at the break.

It was a different Mitchells team that emerged for the second half however showing renewed vigour and intensity. Liam Óg Murray won the throw-up and parted to Paudie Mc Mahon who combined with two other team mates before sending a rasping shot to the net. Liam Óg and Paudie combined again a minute later to register a point and put Magheracloone into the lead. The Magheracloone half backs of Ronan Burns, Peter Finnegan and Killian Mc Nally were now getting to grips with their

opponents and a foul on Liam Óg Murray led to another pointed free from Paudie Mc Mahon. The decisive moment of the game came ten minutes into the second half when super-sub David Martin intercepted a clearance and calmly finished to the net. From there to the finish Magheracloone were in control but some very wayward shooting meant they only registered two further pointed frees. A great defensive display meant however that they held the opposition scoreless in the second half with the final score reading Magheracloone 3-7 Scotstown 1-6. Monaghan Harps provide the opposition in the final on Saturday 20th September in Castleblayney.

Team: Jack Kirk, Fergal Goodman, Connor Cassin, Conal Rooney, Peter Finnegan, Killian Mc Nally, Ronan Burns, Paudie Mc Mahon (1-6), Liam Óg Murray, Daniel Babington, Damien Rudden, Niall Marron, Aidan Carolan, Luke Mc Kenna (0-1), Barry Kieran (1-0)

Subs: Connor Mc Keown for Conal Rooney, David Martin for Aidan Carolan, Dylan Mc Cahey for Barry Kieran, Stefan Mc Cahey, Dylan Tuite, Ronan Goodman and Ryan Mc Nulty.

Mentors: James Kieran, Johnny Smith, Ronan Freeman & Declan Mc Cahey.

Under-14 Division 1 League

Our U14s suffered a heart breaking defeat on Saturday last in the division 1 league final against Aughnamullen. Aughnamullen went into this game overwhelming favourites but our boys had the belief that they could derail this unbeaten team. It was Aughnamullen who made a very confident start with early scores. Some heroic defending from Shane Burns, Jack Doogan, Daniel Mc Connon and Connor Mc Keown forced many miskicks and wides on the Aughnamullen forwards. Ryan Farrelly in goals produced many outstanding saves and kept a clean sheet throughout the match. Magheracloone controlled the third quarter with Liam Óg Murray & David Martin completely dominating in midfield, winning the ball, setting up our scores and taking some phenomenal scores themselves, we most definitely had the game in our grasp. That is until David Martin one of our best players on the day received a black card which left many spectators on both sides bewildered in what up to now was a hard hitting, energy sapping match. This was a massive blow for Magheracloone. Ryan Mc Nulty moved to midfield and we continued to test Aughnamullen to their limit. Dylan Mc Cahey tormented the Aughnamullen defence with his speed and ball control and took some crucial scores under a lot of pressure. In the final quarter with tiredness setting in some of our kicking

went astray. The mentors emptied the bench, all of whom done well in a last gasp effort to outdo the opposition. We were guilty of some misses as our younger players were forced to take their own frees while Aughnamullens free taker stepped up to score the Aughnamullen frees. In the closing minutes and no one sure of the exact score because of the wonky scoreboard every one of our players rallied valiantly but were unable to secure the final point for the draw and so Aughnamullen lifted the cup. These young lads can be very proud of what they have achieved over the last year and no doubt if they can stick together they will be back in the final next year and hopefully get the result they truly deserve.

Team: Ryan Farrelly, Jack Doogan, Connor Mc Keown, Daniel Mc Connon (Capt.), Shane Burns, Matthew Kieran, David Martin, Liam Óg Murray, Ciaran Mc Mahon, Ronan Mc Keown, Gary Marron, Dylan Mc Cahey, Ryan Mc Nulty, Francis Lambe, Lochlan Toner, Kyle Matthews & Joseph Kirk.

Mentors: Gerry Mc Keown Michael Mc Nulty Paul Jones & Padraic Kelly.

Under-10 & Under-8

U8s & U10s travelled to take part in the Latton Blitz on Saturday last. Each team played three games against Rockcorry, Corduff, Clones & Latton. They were a credit to their club, playing excellently and displaying a great attitude. Well done boys and girls. Thank you to the hosts Latton for a well organised morning and to the mentors and parents who travelled.

Training continues for a few more weeks with U10s on a Thursday 7pm to 8pm and U8s on Wednesdays also 7pm to 8pm both in Scoil Bhride. We request all players to attend training for the build up to the final blitzes of the year. Donaghmoyne 27th from 10am to 12noon and Clones county blitz details to be confirmed.

Please note that U8s are also invited to Corduff sports day for a challenge match at 2pm on Sunday 14th September.

Mobile Phone Found

A mobile phone has been found in the grounds of Scoil Bhride. For further details please contact Francis Fox or Gary Byrne.

Bereavement

We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to the family and friends of Mary Maye, Tubbercurry. May she rest in peace.