This Week’s Colmcille GFC Club Notes
Match Results:
Commiserations to our senior team and management, who gave everything in an epic battle but fell short after extra time in the replay of the 2024 Longford Senior Football Championship Final. The lads showed incredible heart and dedication throughout the year, representing Colmcille with pride. We thank them for their unwavering effort and commitment to the club. Congratulations to Abbeylara on their hard-fought victory. We’ll be back stronger next year.
Commiserations to our U16 team and coaches, who put in a strong performance in the U16 Football Championship B Cup Semi-Final, but unfortunately came up short with a final score of 2-10 to 1-08 in Killoe’s favour.
Upcoming Fixtures:
The very best of luck to our U21 team as they kick off this year’s championship with two big games this weekend! The lads face Ballymahon/Kenagh on Friday at 8pm in Leo Casey Park, followed by a clash with Killoe on Sunday at 2pm in Fr. McGee Park. Wishing the team and management all the best – let’s get out and show our support for the lads!
50/50 Draw:
Our 50/50 Draw took place last Monday, the 7th in Murtagh’s Bar. We want to thank everyone who participated in the draw. Congratulations to Shane Connolly, the lucky winner of our €1,865 jackpot. You can enter the 50/50 draw by purchasing envelopes at any local shop or pub or by entering online. The link can be found on any of our social media platforms.
Club News:
As we close out this year’s senior journey, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who has supported our team along the way. While it’s a bitter disappointment not to bring home the Sean Connolly Cup, the journey was made unforgettable by the incredible backing from our sponsors, supporters, and the entire community. The flags, bunting, colours, and the overwhelming support throughout the village lifted the team and spurred the lads on in every moment. Your financial support and encouragement also made a huge difference, and the pride you’ve shown for our club is something we’ll never forget. Thank you to everyone involved for making this journey so special – it means the world to us all.
Congratulations to Father Manning Gaels on their impressive victory in the Intermediate Final against Sean Connolly’s. A well-deserved win, and credit to all the players, coaches, and supporters who contributed to this achievement. Best wishes to the Gaels as they move up to senior ranks – a great success for the club!
Commiserations to Aaron Jones and his Owenmore Gaels teammates on narrowly missing out on county final glory on Sunday. Hard luck to all involved, but reaching the final is a tremendous achievement, and the dedication shown throughout the season is something to be proud of.
Congratulations to Declan and Rose Marie Smith, who tied the knot last Saturday 26th October! We at Colmcille GFC extend our warmest wishes and heartfelt congratulations to the happy couple. Declan has been a member of our club for many years, most recently playing with our junior team. We hope Declan and Rose Marie enjoyed every moment of their wedding day, surrounded by friends, family, and neighbours. Here’s to a lifetime filled with love, joy, and happiness!
The Colmcille U21 Football Management Team has been ratified for the upcoming 2024 U21 A Championship. Colmcille are delighted to announce Colin Kiernan, Killian Reilly and Glen Kelly as a management team to try to bring the U21 Championship to Colmcille for the first time since 2015. The club wish the lads the very best of luck over the next couple of months.
