This Week’s Colmcille GFC Club Notes
50/50 Draw
Congratulations to Oisin Moran (Culray), who won €2,245 in our 50/50 Draw held on Monday 23rd March. A sincere thank you to everyone who continues to support the draw, as your backing makes a significant difference to the ongoing development of the club. Our 100th 50/50 Draw Special will take place on Monday 30th March in Murtagh’s Bar, with a guaranteed jackpot of over €2,000 along with additional prizes to mark the milestone. Tickets can be purchased online or in local shops and pubs, and we wish everyone the very best of luck.
Membership 2026
There is now just one week remaining to complete membership for the 2026 season. Membership can only be purchased through the Colmcille GFC App and requires two steps to be completed: members must first purchase their membership through the app and then return to complete the membership registration form, as payment alone does not finalise membership. Packages available are Single €75, Couple €100, Family (2 Adults and 1 Child) €130, each additional child €30, Student €50 and Juvenile €30. Membership benefits include four member-only 50/50 draws per year, free entry to home games, AGM voting rights, members WhatsApp updates and entry into the All-Ireland ticket draw. Full details on membership packages can be viewed at https://tinyurl.com/3hnfdfy4. Membership must be completed before March 27th to be included in the first members draw, and the club thanks everyone for their continued support.
Longford League Final
Commiserations to the Longford GAA panel on their defeat to Carlow GAA after extra time in the Division 4 League Final last Saturday. A special word of encouragement to all involved following a strong campaign and promotion for 2027.
Fixtures & Results
Well done to our minor side who recorded an excellent 8-8 to 1-3 victory over Western Gaels in Round 1 of the Development Series last Sunday in Clonbonny. Upcoming fixtures include our Under 16 Division 2 side travelling to face Grattan Gaels on Tuesday 31st March at 6:45pm in Dunbeggan. On Friday 3rd April, our Under 14 Division 2 team host Grattan Gaels at 5:00pm in Fr. McGee Park, while our Senior team begin their Division 1 League campaign away to Killoe Young Emmets at 8:00pm in Emmet Park.
Underage Training
We are delighted to welcome boys and girls back for another season of fun, games and football. Training for Under 6, Under 8 and Under 10 players will commence on Saturday April 4th at 9:30am in Fr. McGee Park. A registration night will take place on 27th March at 8pm. New players are always welcome, so come along, make friends and enjoy learning new skills in a fun environment.
Dromard Camino Walk
The Dromard Camino Walk will take place on Saturday April 11th to raise funds for the Lourdes Assisted Pilgrimage Fund. Organised by Fr. P.J. Hughes and the North Longford parish of Dromard, with support from Dromard GAA club and parish council, the walk aims to support the Ardagh & Clonmacnoise Diocesan Assisted Pilgrims Fund, which helps bring sick pilgrims to Lourdes each year. Participants can choose between a 20km or 10km route, with the walk beginning at Dromard GAA clubhouse at 8am. Booking in advance via https://dromardcaminowalk.ie is encouraged to assist with planning facilities, medals and refreshments, though registration will also be available on the morning. Entry is €50, and all support for this extremely worthy cause is greatly appreciated.
