Padraig Pearses are aiming to win their fourth county Junior Hurling Final in succession when they take on Four Roads on Sunday 23^rd October at 3pm in Athleague. It would be a historic achievement for the Woodmount club, who have dominated the competition for the past three years. Indeed the Pearses men have blazed a trail to this year’s final as well amassing thirteen goals and sixty points on a run that included victories over Sunday’s opponents Four Roads, Athleague\Tremane and St. Dominics twice. Oran defeated them comfortably in Rockfield but a rattled Pearses side recovered to dispatch St. Dominics in the semi-final. Padraig Pearses and Four Roads are no strangers to each other in this competition having contested a fine game in Four Roads earlier in the year. Probably more significant was the meeting of the two sides in the decider two seasons ago when after a pulsating draw Pearses captured the second of their three in a row at the second attempt on a windswept afternoon in Athleague. Four Roads will hope to vanquish those demons and there are survivors on both sides from that affair. Pearses will once again call on the experience of the likes of Sean Donoghue, Christy Sweeney, Padraig Dooley and Tomás Seale to name but a few of those who have been on all three squads. Sweeney indeed has already done it all having captained, and managed a team to the title as well as capturing the man of the match accolade in last years decider. Once again Pearses have a strong squad but will be wary of the threat of Four Roads who have plenty of senior panellists of their own. It promises to be an intriguing encounter with plenty of fire and skill. History itself notes that there have been few bad games between the sides in recent memory.

Under 16 Football Championship Final

The Hogarty Floorcovering sponsored Pearses Under 16 football team, lost out narrowly from adding the championships to their league title on Sunday last.

It was a long season for the Pearses lads and the team looked tired on the dat and started the game very slowly, trailing bu a goal at half time dispite playing with a strong wind.

All credit to the lads they battled hard in the second half and it was the pre-occupation with going for goals rather that taking their points that lost them the game in the end.

David Burns, Michael Power, Alan Naughton, Jason Murray, Shane Mulvey, Alan Duffy, Cathal Dolphin, Niall Carty, Aidan Kenny, Emmett Kelly, Enna Ryan, Shane Naughton, John Landy, Jason Clogher, Brian Mulvey.

Ladies Football

Pearses Senior Ladies lost their senior championship title at a windswept
Johnstown on Sunday evening when they were well beaten by St Bridget’s on the
score line Pearses 0-4 St Bridget’s 1-6. Pearses lined out without regular
goalkeeper Aoife Dolphin who was ill with Eilish Finneran taking over the
number one slot at short notice. Pearses who were looking for a record 5
titles in a row found the going tough early on and went in at half time 3
points to 1 down. Pearses started strongly in the second half and had
levelled the match after 10 minutes of the second half. Just when Pearses
looked to have gained the upper hand for the first time in the match St
Bridgets struck for a crucial goal. Pearses were chasing the game after that
and failed to get the scores to close the gap although they had shots off
the crossbar and post. At the end of the day the better team won and Pearses
will have to regroup and make another bid next year. We wish St Bridgets
best of luck next week when they take on the Galway champions in the
Connaught Championship. Many thanks to the Club for the refreshments afterwards.

Team. Elish Finneran, Carol Costello, Cait Kenny, Mary Dolan, Ursula Brooks,
Olivia Keogh, Elish Kelly, Natasha Beegan, Ashling Creighton, Michelle
Ryan(0-1), Suzanne Costello, Steffi Carty(0-3), Carmel Killeen, Mary Grehan,
Tara McDonnell.

Minor Football
Pearses Ladies Minor panel are training on Tuesday at 7.00pm.

Congratulations

Congratulations to John Whyte who received the Dublin supporters player of the year award for the 2^nd year running. John will receive his award at a presentation ceremony in Dublin at the weekend.

Well done to the lads senior team in the county final on Sunday. A great team performance so well done to all involved.

Pearses Senior Ladies play St Brigids in the county final on Sunday 9^{th October in Johnstown at 3.30pm.}

Please continue to fly your Pearses colours and turn out on Sunday to support the Ladies in a bid for another county title.

Best wishes to the under 19 camogie team who play in the county final on Saturday next.

It was with great sadness that the members and friends of Padraig Pearses learned of the death last Thursday morning of former stat footballer Johnny Murray. Johnny won his first championship medal for Pearses as an under 13 in 1967. He went on to win at all underage grades before graduating to the senior team in the late seventies. Johnny was centre halfback on the Pearses team that won the O’ Rourke Cup Senior League in 1985.

Senior Football Championship

The Paul Flynn sponsored Pearses Senior Football team qualified for their 1^st Senior Championship since 1968 with a thrilling last gasp victory over Elphin in Hyde Park on Saturday evening last.

The game was played in terrible weather conditions but both teams served up entertaining football. Despite playing with a strong wind Pearses were one point behind at the half time interval but they increased the tempo significantly in the second half and the late late winner form Sean Fahy was a just reward for some excellent and determined football.

Ladies Football,

Congratulations to the Roscommon Ladies team who were crowned All Ireland
Intermediate Champions last weekend. Well done to the Pearses players
involved and especially to Steffi Carty who was awarded player of the match.

Ladies Football

Pearses Senior Ladies have qualified for the County Final following a good
win over St Marys in the semi final played in Tulsk on Sunday evening.
Pearses started strongly and never and looked in trouble in this game. The
half time score was Pearses 2 11, St Marys 1 2. Pearses continued to
dominate following the break and ran out comfortable winners on a scoreline
of 4 20 to 2 7.

Pearses play St Brigids in the county final on Sunday 9th October.

Team. Aoife Dolphin, Carmel Killeen, Carol Costello, Mary Dolan, Olivia
Keogh, Cait Kenny, Elish Kelly, Natasha Beegan, Suzanne Costello, Michelle
Ryan, Elish Finneran, Steffi Carty, Aine Hogan, Mary Grehan, Tara McDonnell.
Subs used: Katie Moran for Olivia Keogh, Caitriona Carty for Steffi Carty
and Claire Duignan for Michelle Ryan.

Golf Society

President John Corbett’s Proze will be in Ballinasloe Golf Club on Friday September 30^th. Tee reserved 1pm to 2.45pm. Time Sheet displayed in Pearses Club House.

Lotto

PADRAIG PEARSES GAA CLUB NOTES

Pearses Ladies Football,

Pearses Senior Ladies have qualified for the County Final following a good win over St Marys in the semi final played in Tulsk on Sunday evening. Pearses started strongly and never and looked in trouble in this game. The half time score was Pearses 2 11, St Marys 1 2. Pearses continued to dominate following the break and ran out comfortable winners on a scoreline of 4 20 to 2 7.

Pearses play St Brigids in the county final on Sunday 9^{th October.}

Team. Aoife Dolphin, Carmel Killeen, Carol Costello, Mary Dolan, Olivia Keogh, Cait Kenny, Elish Kelly, Natasha Beegan, Suzanne Costello, Michelle Ryan, Elish Finneran, Steffi Carty, Aine Hogan, Mary Grehan, Tara McDonnell. Subs used: Katie Moran for Olivia Keogh, Caitriona Carty for Steffi Carty and Claire Duignan for Michelle Ryan.

Monday, 19 September 2005

Senior Football Championship Semi Final

Padraig Pearses 0-7 Elphin 1-4

The Paul Flynn sponsored Padraig Pearses Senior Football team were lucky to come away from Hyde Park with a draw on Sunday last

Pearses know that they will have to up their game 100% at centerfield and in attack if they are to win next Saturdays replay.

Under 16 Football Championship

Padraig Pearses 3-12 Roscommon Gaels 1-6

The Hogarty Floor covering sponsored Pearses under 16 Football team got their championship campaign off to a good start in Hyde Park on Sunday evening last. This was a good team performance with no one individual standing out on the day.

Team: David Burns, Michael Power, Alan Naughton, Jason Murray, Shane Mulvey, Keelan, Cathal Dolphin, Niall Carty, Aidan Kenny, Emmet Kelly, Alan Duffy, Shane Naughton, John Landy, Jason Clogher, Brian Mulvey.

Subs Used: Enna Ryan, Sean Ryan, Alan Mannion, Niall Daly, Mark Fallon, Arran Clogher.

Ladies Football,

Congratulations to the Roscommon Ladies team who were crowned All Ireland Intermediate Champions last weekend. Well done to the Pearses players involved and especially to Steffi Carty who was awarded player of the match.

Pearses Senior Ladies team play St Mary’s in the Championship Semi Final on Sunday next in Tulsk at 6pm.

Wednesday, 14 September 2005

Under 12 Football League

Padraig Pearses 3 –15 St Bridget’s 5 - 5

Pearses under 12 footballers had a great win over neighbours St Bridget’s in Pearses on Sunday morning last.

The win was all the more special as Pearses conceded three early goals and were 10 points behind after 10 minutes of play.

This was a brilliant team effort but with great individual displays from Shane Carty who scored 11 points and D Murray who scored 2-1 and Andrew Hussey who scored 1-1.

Team: Shane O’ Rourke, Kevin Gavin, Ronan Kildea, Thomas Dolan, Paul Naughton Andrew Phelan, G Egan, D Whelan, Shane Carty, Andrew Mannion, Kyle Feehily, Thomas Ryan.

Subs Used: Niall Sweeney, P Cogavin.

The next match is against Roscommon Gales in Roscommon on Friday next @ 6.30pm.

O’ Rourke Cup Senior Football

Padraig Pearses 0-17 Strokestown 2-6

The Paul Flynn sponsored Pearses senior football team narrowly defeated strokestown in Padraic an Phairsaigh on Sunday morning last.Pearses scored some good long-range points but overall it was a lack-lustre performance and the team know that they will have to step up considerably next Sunday if they are to overcome an up and coming Elphin side.

Team:

Brian Croffey, John Whyte, Damian Donnellan, Sean Kelly, Aidan Fallon, Paul Kelly, Emmett Egan, Pat Connell, David Moran, Niall Finneran, Denis Whyte, Padraic Kelly, Paul Moran, Jarlath Egan, Niall Murray.

Subs Used:

Thomas Dolan, Kenneth Glynn, Colin Murray and Gerry Kelly.

Monday, 15 August 2005

Club Lotto

There was no winner of Sunday nights Lotto Jackpot.

The numbers drawn were: 7, 15, 19 and 22.

There were eight match 3 winners.

Next weeks Jackpot will be €6,200.

Under 14 Football County Final

The Pearses under 14 footballers were well beaten by Roscommon Gales in the County Final in Ballyforan on Sunday last. Pearses missed a lot of early chances and a goal before half time gave Gales a lead of 1-9 to 0-3. Try as they might Pearses just could not bridge the gap and Gales ran out easy winners in the end.

Team: Eoin Clogher, Evan Kelly, Paul Kelly, Anthony Butler, Eamonn Donohue, Shane Mulvey, Shane Dolan, Niall Daly, Alan Mannion, David Colleran, Arran Feehily, James Kelly, Padraig Corbett, Sean Ryan and Niall Tummalty.

Senior Football Championship

The Paul Flynn sponsored Pearses Senior Football Team take on St Faithleachs in the Championship Quarter Final in Hyde Park on Sunday next 21^st August @ 6.30pm

Monday, 08 August 2005

It was a very successful weekend for Padraig Pearses on the playing fields. Pride of place goes to the Senior Hurling Team who had a great 2 point win over Four Roads in the Senior Hurling Championship.

Senior Football League

Padraig Pearses 1-11 Castlerea 0-13

The Paul Flynn sponsored Pearses Senior Football Team continued on their winning ways with a hard fought win over Castlerea in Castlerea on Saturday evening last.

The sides were all level at 5 points each at half time. A well worked David Moran goal after good work from Paul Kelly was to set up Pearses for a barrow win.

Team:

Thomas Dolan, Eddie Egan, Damian Donnellan, Brendan Flynn, Enda Barrett, David Moran, Niall Finneran, Denis Whyte, Padraig Kelly, Niall Murray, Sean Fahy, Gerry Kelly.

Subs Used:

Jarlath Egan, Cathal Duffy and Aidan Ryan.

Under 14 Football Championship Semi-Final

Padraig Pearses 5-10 Clann na Gael 2-8

Padraig Pearses under 14 footballers qualified for the county final with a great win over Clann na Gael in Kiltoom on Saturday evening last. They now meet Roscommon Gales in the final.

This was a great team performance and it was obvious that the All Ireland Feile success has given the team that extra bit of confidence.

Team:

Eoin Clogher, Anthony Butler, Paul Clogher, Evan Kelly, Shane Dolan, Shane Mulvey, Eamonn Donohue, Niall Duffy, Alan Mannion, David Cullen, Arron Feehily, Michael Kinnerions, Padraig Corbet, Seam Ryan, Niall Tummalty.

Subs Used:

James Kelly, Darragh Flynn, Connor Fitzgibbon.

Under 16 Football League

Padraig Pearses 0-18 Clan na Gael 0-7

The Hogarty Enterprises sponsored Pearses Under 16 Team had a good win over Clann na Gael in Johnstown on Friday evening last. Star of the show was Emmett Kelly who scored 9 points and he was well supported up front by the impressive Enna Ryan.

Team:

David Burns, Jason Murray, Alan Naughton, Michael Power, Shane Naughton, Keelan Daly, Cathal Dolphin, Niall Carty, Aidan Kenny, Emmett Kelly, Alan Duffy, John Landy, Enna Ryan, Jason Clogher, Brian Mulvey.

Subs Used:

Connor Downey, Kieran O’ Shea, Mark Whelan.

Under 12 Football Challenge

Padraig Pearses 3-12 to 2-4

Pearses under 12 Footballers had a good win over Ballinasloe in a Challenge in Padraic an Pharsaigh on Friday last.

Team: David Murray, Paul Dolan, Kevin Gavin, Ian Curley, Paul Naughton, Gerard Egan, Shane O’ Rourke, Conor Daly, Shane Carty, Adrian Mannion, Darren Greene, Cormack Clogher, Patrick Cogavin, Thomas Ryan and Dominic Egan.

PADRAIG PEARSES GAA CLUB NOTES

Junior Hurling Championship 19^th July 2005:

Padraig Pearses: 2-17 St. Dominics –14

Padraig Pearses guaranteed their place in the county semi-final with a hard fought win over St. Dominics in Woodmount. The final score does little justice to the character showed by Dominics in what was a hugely entertaining game of hurling on a blustery evening. One point from a free indicates Pearses’ continued prowess from play in this championship and in truth the scoreline could have been much higher at the finish when one considers the wastefulness on both sides. Dominics started the brighter and found themselves ahead throughout the first half despite Pearses doing most of the hurling. Pearses were hurling well with Brian Burns and David Loughnane getting some top drawer scores in the second quarter of the game however St. Dominics kept their noses in front with some fine scores from their midfield. The second half was a different affair with Pearses starting at a gallop. Tomás Seale awakened at full forward to notch his first point and level the tie before Brian Burns gave Pearses the initiative with a fine point. Dominic’s were not so easily dismissed however and levelled the game again and after a further exchange of points they went in front again. Pearses however never panicked and after a moment of hesitation in the Dominic’s defence David Loughnane goaled and Pearses took control. Finding themselves in front Pearses never looked like relinquishing the lead. All the forwards got in on the act with the pick of the sores being long range efforts from John Galvin and Anthony Sweeney to complement a second David Loughnane goal and excellent scores from Padraig Dooley and Tomás Seale. The days scoring was finished with a sublime point from David Sweeney from a first time pull. Although Dominics tacked on a few frees they never looked capable of upsetting a Pearses side that was ruthless once it got into its stride. The backs proved solid once they settled to their task with Niall Flynn and Aidan Doorley impressing in the corners and Kenneth Glynn having a stormer at wing back. Christy Sweeney led by example in the middle of the pitch and was ably assisted by John Galvin while in the forwards Brian Burns got some sweet scores while David Loughnane was superb finishing with 2-3 to his credit. Pearses can now look forward to a semi-final date but despite this fine performance will find the retention of their title a lot more difficult than it may seem.

Team: Enda Colleran, Aidan Doorley, Sean Donoghue, Niall Flynn, Kenneth Glynn, Kevin Flynn, Darren Ryan, Christy Sweeney, John Galvin, Brian Burns, Anthony Sweeney, Shane Berrigan, Padraig Dooley, Tomás Seale, David Loughnane. Subs Used: Ross Darcy for Enda Colleran, David Sweeney for Darren Ryan

Junior Hurling Championship 5^th July 2005: Padraig Pearses: 6-6 Athleague\Tremane 2-3

The scoreline reads much like what would be seen in an U-12 fixture but this was the final result in what was a strange game on a wet and windy Tuesday night in Woodmount. Pearses, clearly the better side from the outset had little difficulty finding the net when the chances arose but found points harder to come by. They shot seventeen wides, eight of these before they registered a score, which underlined their dominance from the outset. Just as in Four Roads a week earlier the forwards took a long time to settle and in truth never really got their act together except for flashes of class here and there. The first of these was David Loughnane’s point from forty-five metres after nearly a quarter of an hour and it seemed to spur the rest of the forwards into life. Tomás Seale, scored two fine goals out of loose balls in the full forward line to add to an earlier point and when Padraig Dooley and Brian Burns added to the tally Pearses were comfortably in front heading to the break despite an Athleague\Tremane goal late in the half. The game was effectively ended five minutes into the second half when Liam Dolan goaled and then Seale brought his tally for the day to 2-2 with a good point. The floodgates opened, Christy Sweeney’s sixty-five sailed all the way to the net before Paul Flynn goaled after collecting a Padraig Dooley cross. Despite Athleague\Tremane getting a goal and three points in the second half it was merely consolation, Anthony Sweeney’s daisy cutter creeped over the line and Padraig Dooley finished Pearses scoring for the day with a fine point. A good win by Pearses might also bring cause for concern over the wastefulness in front of goal that will surely be capitalised on by better opposition. Oran are next in line as Pearses keep their hopes of four in a row very much alive. The game is fixed for 12th of July at 7:30pm in Oran. Team: Enda Colleran, Aidan Doorley, Sean Donoghue, Niall Flynn, Kenneth Glynn, Kevin Flynn, John Mulvihill, Christy Sweeney (Capt.), Anthony Sweeney, Paul Flynn, David Loughnane, Brian Burns, Padraig Dooley, Tomás Seale, Shane Berrigan. Subs Used: Alan Glynn for Padraig Dooley, Mike Flynn for Paul Flynn, Kieran Sweeney for John Mulvihill, Liam Dolan for Kenneth Glynn, Cathal Duffy for David Loughnane

Best of luck to our senior hurlers who recommence the Senior Champioship against Roscommon Gaels on Sunday 10th of July at 3:15pm in Athleague.

Feile 2005

Padraig Pearses under 14 footballers had a brilliant victory in the All Ireland Feile Peil na Nog competition held in Limerick this July.

Pearses were hosted by Askeaten who looked after our players exceptionally well.

Pearses first game on Friday 01/07/2005 was against the host club Askeaten.

Pearses won this closely contested match in a score line of 4-8 to 2-4.

The Parade of all teams from the 32 counties took place that Friday evening in Limerick city.

On Saturday morning Pearses played St Sannan’s of Foynes in Limerick. Pearses won this game on a score line of 4-10 to 0-6.

The last group game was played on Midday on Saturday.

Pearses defeated Greystones of Wicklow on a score line of 2-5 to 0-6.

This victory qualified Pearses for a Semi Final meeting with the Tipperary Champions Arravale Rovers.

This was a very exciting game with Pearses running out winners on a socre line of 5-7 to 1-2.

The stage was now set for the final, which was played in the Limerick Athletic Grounds at 12.30 on Saturday morning.

The opposition was a well-fancied Dura Barefield of Clare who defeated Westmeath Champions Mullingar in the Semi Final.

In the true Hallmark of great team Pearses reserved their very best Football for the Final. This was a thrilling game with the sides level at 0-2 to 0-2 at the break. The second half was keenly contested with both sides exchanging points until a Barefield goal seemed to snatch victory away from the Pearses lads but Pearses fought back bravely and when Captain Sean Ryan got on the end of a great move to crash the Ball to the Barefield net Pearses were back in front.

The final score line was Pearses 1-6 Barefield 1-4.

This was an overall brilliant performance by the Pearses players and full credit also to the Backroom Team, Managers – John Corbett, Pat Daly and Michael Feehily, The Support Team – Laurence Kelly, Donnie Egan and Ton O’ Malley.

A special thanks to our sponsors and the parents and supporters who travelled to Limerick with the Team.

Under 14 Football Feile

Congratulations to the Pearses Under 14 Footballers who won the Division 3 Final of Feile in the Athletic Grounds in Limerick on Sunday last.

Pearses were unbeatable in all their groups games and defeated Clare Champions Doora Barefield in the Final on a score line of 1-6 to 1-4.

This was a great team performance but special mention must be made of full forward Sean Ryan who scored 1-3 of his sides total.

A detailed report on all games with pictures will be included in next weeks club notes

The following is the Pearses panel of players:

1. Eoghan Clogher 2. David Donnellan

3. Anthony Butler 4. Paul Clogher

5. Evan Kelly 6. Shane Dolan

7. Shane Mulvey 8. Stephen Mc Manus

9. Eamon Donohue 10. Niall Daly

11. Alan Mannin 12. James Kelly

13. Aaron Feehily 14. David Cullen

15. Padraig Corbet 16. Sean Ryan

17. Niall Tummalty 18. Darragh Flynn

19. Conor Fitzgibbon 20. Andrew O’ Malley

21. Michael Kenirons 22. Shane Blackweir

23. Alan Scott 24. Teige Cogavin

25. Joseph Egan 26. Liam Haynes

27. Enda Kelly

The Management Team consists of Pat Day, John Corbett and Michael Feehily with Dr Tom O’ Malley looking to after the Medical and Physio needs.

Junior Hurling Championship 28^th June 2005: Padraig Pearses: 2-15 Four Roads: -12

Padraig Pearses once again started a defence of the Junior Hurling championship with a victory over Four Roads. The teams benefited from the well-cut pitch in what was an entertaining evenings fare in Four Roads home pitch. Four Roads started the brighter going two points up after Pearses had missed early chances. Pearses seemed slow to settle and the game was point for point for much of the first half. For all the good scores Pearses got from Tomás Seale, Brian Burns and David Loughnane, they also missed a number of chances but they found themselves two points up at the break. With Four Roads getting the first score of the second half many of the spectators would have been forgiven for thinking it was going to be a close finish. However fine scores from Seale and Burns settled Pearses and when Cathal Duffy, showing great awareness in following up, scrambled the ball over the line for the first goal of the game ten minutes into the second half Pearses had taken control. They lifted their game in every sector of the pitch. The full back line with Aidan Doorley and Sean Donoghue leading by example began to exert more authority and wing backs Shane Berrigan and John Mulvihill started hurling great ball into the forwards. The midfield of Captain Christy Sweeney and John Galvin dominated proceedings in the last quarter and the forwards began to settle and take some sweet scores. The pick of these was a clever move when Paul Flynn set up Padraig Dooley for Pearses second goal and a glorious point from the left wing by Brian Burns. In all Pearses were the better side, playing good hurling when they finally settled their minds on the task at hand and should look forward with confidence to their next outing against Athleague Tremane next week. Team: Enda Colleran, Aidan Doorley, Sean Donoghue, Niall Flynn, Shane Berrigan, Kevin Flynn, John Mulvihill, Christy Sweeney (Capt.), John Galvin, Cathal Duffy, Anthony Sweeney, Brian Burns, David Loughnane, Tomás Seale, Paul Flynn. Subs Used: Padraig Dooley for Duffy, Mike Flynn for Paul Flynn, Kieran Sweeney for David Loughnane

U14 Feile Football Fixtures

In Askeaton Limerick Weekend of 1^st July 2005

1^st Game V’s Askeaton on Friday 1^st July at 3pm

Followed by Parade at 7:30pm in Limerick City going to the Gaelic Grounds

2^nd Game V’s St. Senans on Sat. 2^nd July at 10:15am

3^rd Game V’s Eire Og, Greystones on Sat. 2^nd July at 12:30pm

Semi-Finals in Newcastle West on Sat. 2^nd July at 4:30pm.

Further Details Contact: 0868211706

Padraig Pearses Golf Society

The next outing of the above society will take place in Ballinasloe Golf Club on Friday 1^st July 2005. The Tee is reserved from 2:30-4:30pm. The competition is 18 Hole Stableford and the timesheet is on display in Pearses Clubhouse.

Monday, 20 June 2005

Connacht Senior Football League Semi Final

Padraig Pearses 0-11 Ballina 1-12

The Paul Flynn sponsored Pearses Senior Football team lost out narrowly to the All Ireland Champions Ballina in an exciting game played in Ballyhanus last Tuesday.

Playing with the aid of a breeze Pearses led by seven points to four at the break with Sean Fahy in Top Form up front for Pearses and Niall Finneran and Pat Connell controlling the Midfield area.

Ballina came more into the game in the second half but great defending by Paul Kelly, Denis Whyte and Enda Barrett kept the mayo men at bay.

Thomas Dolan made a serious of top class to keep Pearses in the but Ballina eventually won by 4 points.

Team: Thomas Dolan, Cathal Duffy, Kevin Flynn, Denis Whyte, Enda Barrett, Paul Kelly, Aidan Fallon, Pat Connell, Padraig Kelly, Vinnie Costello, Eddie Egan, Niall Hogan, Sean Fahy, Niall Murray.

Subs Used: Shane Sweeney and Aidan Ryan.

Under 12 Football League

Padraig Pearses 4-10 Roscommon Gales 2-5

Pearses Under 12 footballers recorded their third win in a row with a great win over Roscommon Gales on Saturday last.

Team: Shane o’ Rourke, Thomas O’ Malley, Ronan Kildea, Kevin Gavin, Gerard Egan, Andrew Phelan, Paul Naughton, David Whelan, Shane Carty, Adrian Mannion, Kyle Feehily, Conor Daly, David Murray, Thomas Ryan, Cormack Clogher.

Subs Used: Darren Greene, Andrew Hussy, and Kevin Sweeney.

Junior B Championships

Padraig Pearses 1-15 Oran 1-6

The Kileens bar sponsored Pearses Junior B Football Team had a very good win over Oran on Saturday evening last. Peadar Glennon and Pat Kelly were in top scoring form for pearses while in defence Stephen Reilly and Cathal Kelly were best.

Team: Pat Meleady, Niall Flynn, Stephen Reilly, Shane Berrigan, Paul Hogan, Cathal Kelly, Tom Carty, Pat Kelly, Andrew Hardiman, Johnny Hession, Declan Finn, Peadar Glennon.

Subs Used: Robbie Donohue, Declan Colleran and Finbar Carroll.

Padraig Pearses Camogie Notes 29/5/2005

U14 Feile Final Padraig Pearses 1:0 St. Dominics 1:1

On Sunday Evening 29^th May we contested our first U14 A final in Knochrockery against the home side St. Dominics. Going into the game as slight favourites we failed to live up to expectations and the form of earlier rounds deserted us. We had our chances but just didn’t take them. Well done to St. Dominics and we wish them the very best of luck in Feile. Thanks to all the girls on the panel who gave it their best all year

Panel: Breda Carty, Linda Murray, Erica Connolly, Laura Barrett, Sarah Glynn (Capt), Christina Dolan, Karen Naughton, Orla Berrigan, Aine Egan, Siobhan Scott, Paula Kelly, Treasa Dooley, Gemma Kelly, Olivia Sweeney, Gina Goldrick, Elizabeth Daly, Shauna Finnerty, Lisa Kelly, Sarah Kelly, Tara Keogh, Sarah Grehan, Niamh Barrett, Alisha Keogh, Carol Kelly, Katie Green, Georgina Bruce, Niamh Ryan. A great bunch of girls with brighter days ahead. Thanks to Padraig Pearses Club for providing a meal afterwards in our clubhouse. Thanks to all the parents who helped out during the year and all our supporters who never let us down. Our sponsors Michael Gavin(Farmbake), Cregg Stone, and Sean and Tommy Finnerty. Thanks to Kevin Flynn our ever reliable bus driver. Thanks to all the girls who helped out during the year, U16’s & U19’s as Trainers). Thanks to Padraig, Patsy and Belinda for all their efforts during the year. Well done to one and all. Onwards and upwards!

Connacht U12 Ground Hurling Blitz 28/5/2005

Once again Padraig Pearses GAA Club facilitated a hugely successful Connacht U12 ground-hurling blitz. This year the competition had nineteen teams and they provided a feast of entertainment and drama for all those present on the day. The young hurlers of Pearses, as in the previous two years survived the day’s action in some style to make the final again against neighbours Four Roads, however once again they were to be disappointed in the final match. Their day started in bright fashion with a fine victory over St. Marys with fine scores coming from Neill Sweeney, a goal, and Tomás Ryan, a point in what was a comfortable win. They followed this up with good victories over Athleague and Oran with good performances from Shane O’ Rourke, Shane Carty, Darren Greene and David Murray particularly against Oran. The semi-final against Southern Gaels saw the Pearses men up their game again and they ran out easy winners with good performances from Ronan Kildea and Dominic Egan in the backs and Kevin Gavin and Kyle Feehily in attack. Goalkeeper Darren Shine also made some fine saves. The final proved a step too far as Four Roads proved that little bit stronger winning by 1-1 to 0-0 despite Pearses having two good goal chances. It was a disappointing end to what had been a very successful day and the panel deserve great credit for the way they played on the day. Congratulations to Pearses for the successful staging of the tournament and to Damien Curley for organising the day’s proceedings. Thanks to referees Aidan Sweeney, Ross Darcy and Darren Ryan and all those involved with food, transport and management. Well done to the Pearses team and their management of Padraig Dooley and Belinda Dooley and thanks to all the parents for their support.

Pearses Panel: Darren Shine, Ronan Kildea, Andrew Whelan, Dominic Egan, David Murray, Shane O’ Rourke, Shane Carty, Darren Greene, Kyle Feehily, Tomás Ryan, Neill Sweeney, Kevin Gavin, Shane Naughton, David Whelan, Kevin Sweeney

Padraig Pearses Golf Society

News Item: 27/5/05

The Captain Eugene Geraghty’s Prize will take place in Ballinasloe Golf Club on Friday the 3^rd of June 2005. The Tee is reserved from 2:30 – 4:15pm. The timesheet is on display in Padraig Pearses Clubhouse, which is open after 8pm every evening. The competition will be 18 Hole Stableford and the presentation of prizes will take place in Padraig Pearses clubhouse at 10:30pm.

Club Lotto

There was no winner of Sunday nights Lotto Jackpot

The numbers drawn were: 3, 8, 21, 28.

There was three match 3 winners.

Next weeks Jackpot will be: €3,600.

Senior Football – Connaught League Quarter Final

Padraig Pearses 1-14 Salthill 1-11

The Paul Flynn sponsored Pearses Senior Football team had a good win over Galway side Salthill.

Team: Thomas Dolan, Denis Whyte, Kevin Flynn, Cathal Duffy, Enda Barrett, Paul Kelly, Aidan Fallon, Gerry Kelly, David Moran, Emmett Egan, Niall Finneran, Colin Murray, Ger Fahy, Pat Connell, Padraig Kelly.

Junior B Football Championship

Padraig Pearses 0-12 Clann na Gael 1-6

The Kileens’s Bar sponsored Pearses Junior B Football Team had a great win over neighbours Clann na Gael in Pearses on Saturday evening last.

Team: Pat Meleady, Niall Flynn, Stephen Reilly, Shane Donnellan, Paul Hogan, Colum Kelly, Thomas Carty, Michael Murray, Peadar Glennon, Declan Finn, Johnny Hession.

Subs Used: Shane Colleran, Declan Colleran and Kelly.

Under 12 Football League

Padraig Pearses 4-5 St Aidan’s 1-1

Pearses under 12 Football Team had a good start to their league campaign with a good win over St Aidan’s in Pearses on Sunday evening last.

Team: Shane o’ Rourke, Thomas O’ Molloy, Ronan Kildea, Kevin Gavin, Paul Naughton, Shane Carty, Andrew Hussey, Kevin Sweeney, Kyle Feehily, Adrian Mannion, Cormack Clogher, Doreen Shine, David Murray.

Subs Used: Niall Sweeney, Thomas Ryan, David Whelan.

Connaught Senior Football League

Padraig Pearses 1-14 St Aidan’s 0-9

The Paul Flynn sponsored Padraig Pearses Senior Football Team qualified for the next round of the Connaught Senior League with a win over under strength St Aidan’s team in Ballyforan on Tuesday evening last.

Pearses now have a home tie against Salthill of Galway on Tuesday 24^th May 2005.

Pat Connell was the star of the show in Ballyforan scoring 6 points from play, while other newcomers to the side John Mulvehill Kenneth Glynn, Cathal Duffy and Aidan Ryan also impressed. The experienced Thomas Dolan in goal had a great time bringing off some spectacular saves.

Team: Thomas Dolan, Kenneth Glynn, Kevin Flynn, Cathal Duffy, Aidan Ryan, Aidan Fallon, Enda Barrett, Pat Connell, David Moran, Padraic Kelly, Paul Kelly, John Mulvehill, Niall Hogan, Niall Finneran, Emmett Egan,.

Subs Used: Colin Murray.

Club Lotto

There was no winner of Sunday nights Lotto Jackpot.

The numbers drawn were: 10, 14, 20 and 21.

There was one match 3 winner.

Next weeks Jackpot will be : €3,200.

Congratulations to the Downey’s Bar sponsored Senior Hurling Team who got back on winning ways on Sunday last with a good win over Oran

Club Lotto

Intermediate Football League

The An Tain bar sponsored Pearses Intermediate Football team rew with neighbours Clann na Gael in Pearses on Saturday evening last.

Team: Pat Melady, Sean Kelly, Michael Galvin, Cathal Duffy, Aidan Ryan, Aidan Fallon, Padraic Kelly, Kevin Flynn, Gerry Kelly, Niall Hogan, Emmett Egan, Colum Kelly, Johnny Hession, Colin Murray, Thomas Dolan,.

Senior Football Fixtures

Fixture

Thursday 12^th May @ 7.30 in Pearses. Roscommon under 16’s take on Offaly Under 16’s. Pearses will be represented by Keelan Daly, Niall carty, Alan Duffy and Emmett Kelly

Club Lotto

O Rourke Cup Senior Football

The Paul Flynn sponsored Pearses Senior football team had a good win over Eire Og in Pearses on Sunday evening last.

Team: David Moran, Damian Donnellan, Kevin Flynn Paul Kelly, Aidan Ryan, Aidan Fallon, Enda Barrett, Niall Finneran, Gerry Kelly, Padraig Kelly, Emmett Egan, Niall Hogan, Niall Murray Pat Connell and Sean Fahy.

Ladies Football League Final

Padraig Pearses 3-15 Clann na Gael 1-5

Padraig Pearses Ladies Football team had a run away win over Clann Na Gael in Johnstown on Sunday morning last. This was a great team performance with all of the Pearses players doing well. After the game Natasha Beegan received the Player of the Match award

Under 14 Football Feile Final

Pearses Under 14 Footballers had a brilliant win over neighbours Clann na Gael in Ballyforan on Saturday last.

This was a great team performance with every player playing with great determination and skill. Eoin Clogher had a great game in goal and was well protected by an excellent full back line. Shane Mulvey, Stephen Mc Manus and Shane Dolan., Did great work in the Pearses half back line.

Niall Daly and Alan Mannion worked tirelessly at centerfield, while up front Sean Ryan, Niall Tummalty, David Cullen, Michael Kinnirons and James Kelly all played well but the man of the match was centre half forward Arrun Feehily.

Pearses now go on to represent Roscommon in the All Ireland Feile Finals later in the summer.

Team: Eoin Clogher, Evan Kelly, Paul Clogher, Anthony Butler, Shane Dolan, Shane Mulvey, Stephen Mc Manus, Niall Daly, Alan Mannion, James Kelly, Arrun Feehily, David Cullen, Michael Kinnirons, Sean Ryan and Niall Tummalty.

Padraig Corbett

Under 16 Football League

Pearses under 16 footballers continued on their winning ways with a wrkman like win over Kilbride in Pearses on Friday last.

David Burns, Paul Murray, Alan Naughton, Michael Power, Cathal Dolphin, Keelan Daly, Donal O’ Malley, Niall Carty, Alan Duffy, Shane Naughton, Jason Clogher, John Landy, Brian Mulvey, Enna Ryan Emmett Kelly.

O’Rourke Cup Senior Football

The Paul Flynn sponsored Pearses Senior Football team had a good win over Kilmore in Kilmore on Sunday morning last. The game was played in terrible weather conditions but the Pearses lads adapted better for a comfortable win.

Team: Thomas Dolan, Kenneth Glynn, Kevin Glynn, Damian Donnellan, Aidan Ryan, Aidan Fallon, Enda Barrett, David Moran, Gerry Kelly, Padraic Kelly, Emmett Egan, Niall Hogan, Sean Fahy, Jarleth Egan, Niall Murray.

Under 14 Football Feile Semi Final

Pearses Under 14 Footballers qualified for a place in this years Feile Final with well deserved win over Roscommon Gales in Roscommon on Tuesday evening last.

The foundation for the win was laid in the first half when playing against the breeze Pearses still managed to lead 1-1 to 0-3 at half time. Pearses half back line of Stephen Mc Manus, Shane Mulvey and Shane Dolan were brilliant in this half cutting out a lot of gales attacks, with Niall Daly and Alan Mannion winning a lot of ball at centerfield there was a plentiful supply to the forwards. Sean Ryan led the forwards well in this half with Arran Feehily also winning good possession. At the start of the second half Niall Daly started to Dominate at centerfield and with James Kelly, Niall Tummalty, David Cullen, James Flynn all hitting top form Pearses added in the necessary scores to secure victory.

Credit to Roscommon Gales they never gave up and launched a succession of attacks but the Pearses defence held form with Paul Clogher, Anthony Butler and Evan Kelly doing well. Eoin Clogher had an excellent game for Pearses bringing off a couple of Top Class saves.

Eoin Clogher, Evan Kelly, Paul Clogher, Anthony Butler, Shane Dolan, Shane Mulvey, Stephen Mc Manus, Niall Daly, Alan Mannion, James Kelly, Arrun Feehily, David Cullen, Darragh Flynn, Sean Ryan and Niall Tummulty.

Fixture

The final between Pearses and Clann Na Gael takes place this Saturday @ 4pm in Ballyforan.

Under 16 Football League

Pearses Under 16 Footballers continued on their winning ways with a good win over Western Gales in Pearses on Sunday last.

Niall Carty and Aidan Kenny did well at centerfield Alan Naughton, Keelan Daly, Niall Power and Cathal Dolphin were in top form in defence while up front John Landy, Jason Clogher were best.

David Burns, Paul Murray, Alan Naughton, Michael Power, Cathal Dolphin, Keelan Daly, Donal O’ Malley, Niall Carty, Aidan Kenny, Shane Naughton, Jason Clogher, John Landy, Brian Mulvey, Enna Ryan and Conor Downey.

O’ Rourke Cup Senior Football

The Paul Flynn sponsored Pearses Senior Football team, were well beaten by the home soide in Ballyleague on Sunday last.

Pearses showed a lot more heart and determination in this game but leaked too many goals to have a realistic chance of winning.

Thomas Dolan, Kevin Flynn, Damian Donnellan, Denis Whyte, Aidan Fallon, David Moran, Enda Barrett, Naill Finneran, Pat Connell, Gerry Kelly, Jarlath Egan, Padriac Kelly, Niall Hogan, Shane Sweeney., Niall Murray.

Club Lotto

Lotto

Golf Society

The first outing for 2005 of the Padraig Pearses Golf Society will take place in

O’ Rourke Cup Senior Football

The Paul Flynn sponsored Pearses Senior Football team were beaten by Clann Na Gael in Pearses on Sunday last.

This was a dismal performance from Pearses and much more effort will be required if Pearses are to be competitive in 2005

Team: Thomas Dolan, Paul Kelly, Denis Whyte, Aidan Ryan, Ian Duffy, David Moran, Aidan Fallon, Niall Finneran, Pat Connell, Padraic Kelly, Gerry Kelly, Niall Murray, Sean Fahy, Shane Sweeney.

O’ Gara Cup – Intermediate Football

The An Tain Bar sponsored Pearses Intermediate Team, lost out narrowly to St Bridget’s in Kiltoom on Saturday evening last.

Team: Brian Croffey, Shane Donnellan, Michael Galvin, Damian Balckweir, Aidan Ryan, Vinnie Costello, Leo Flynn, Aidan Fallon, David Moran, Niall Hogan, Emmett Egan, Ian Duffy, Colm Kelly, Colin Murray, Johnny Hession.

Camogie - Under 16’s County Junior Cup

Our Under 16’s played well to beat Oran in Woodmount on Wednesday last – 3^rd round of the Championship. Having been neaten in round 1 by St Dominic’s followed by a good win over Athleague in round 2. The first half was a very tight affair with little separating the sides. A more determined 2^nd half performance by Pearses girls brought a well-deserved victory. As usual Katie Moran played with great confidence between the posts our fullback line Sarah Glynn, Triona Waters and Lisa Hannon gave great cover and cleared their lines well.Ericka Connolly, Emelda Ryan and Liza Duffy showed delightful skill and were a constant checkpoint for Oran attack. Helen Kenny and Aoife Mc Donnell were in fabulous form and played with a great array of skills defended and attached really well and gave a good supply of ball to the forwards.Siobhan Scott, Linda Sweeney and Sandra Naughton put in a display, fought for every ball and out together many fine moves.Full forwards Louise Egan, Elaine Egan and Amy Finnerty were very lively throughout and were a constant threat on the Oran goal.Others to feature were Rebecca Holland who took over Full Forward in 2^nd half and showed versatility and great work rate. Deirdre Corbett came on in the Full Line and equally played her part with great intelligent play. Catherine Egan came on in the Half-Back line in the 2^nd half and once again showed some fine foot work, defending well – Olivia Sweeney, Amy Duffy and Shauna Finnerty.Well Done Girls!

Camogie - County Junior League

This year Padraig Pearses appointed a Junior Team to facilitate all our players.

On Saturday 2^nd April we played 1^st round of junior league against Castletown Geogan of Westmeath in Woodwount.

Playing with the breeze – the first half Castletown Grogan started strongly and did most of the pressing. Great defensive work keeping them from scoring. A mix up in defence lead to a goal for Castletown Grogan just before half time.

The second half saw a much-improved Pearses performance – with a couple of chances going narrowly wide. Castletown Grogan hit for second goal midway through the 2^nd half pouncing on another mix up.

Pearses fought back in the last quarter and got a goal Louise Egan after build up play a well earned free for foul on Aine Hogan on 20 metre line was blasted narrowly over the bar by Deirdre Sweeney in the dying moments of the game.

In goal Katie Moran made many fine saves, Beirne Dolan at full back made many fine clearances. Sharon Corbett played with power and passion in a solid backline with Lisa and Carmel Killeen growing in strength as the game progressed.

Midfielders Tara Mc Donnell, Helen Kenny and Clare Duignan fought like tigers against a very tough Castletown Grogan midfield.

Forward line of Denise Sweeney, Ethel Egan, Cathy Glennon and Caroline Corbett all tried really hard against a strong Castletown Grogan defence.

The introduction of Aine Hogan and Louise Egan and Aoife Mc Donnell a greater urgency at a time when fitness levels may have been lacking

All in all, a fine gutsy performance. Many Thanks to all the girls! Especially the new kids on the block Sharon, Caroline, Aine, Claire and Cathy.

O’ Rourke Cup Senior Football

The Paul Flynn sponsored Pearses Senior Football Team lost out narrowly at home to Elphin on Saturday evening last.

A number of defensive errors cost Pearses badly including the concession of 21^st half penalty kicks.

Jarlath Egan and Niall Hogan were Pearses best forwards while Niall Finneran worked hard at centerfield and in defence Paul Kelly and David Moran were best.

Team: Thomas Dolan, Paul Kelly, Denis Whyte, Brendan Flynn, Niall Finneran, Gerry Kelly, David Moran, Aidan Fallon, Niall Finneran, Pat Connell, Padraic Kelly, Emmet Egan, Niall Hogan, Sean Fahy, Jarlath Egan, Kenneth Glynn.

Under 16 Football League

An under strength Pearses side defeated Elphin in Pearses on Sunday morning last.

Pearses did all the good work with the aid of the breeze in the 1^st half and led by 1-9 – 0-2 at half time.

Team: David Burns, Jason Murray, Alan Naughton, Michael Power, Cathal Dolphin, Alan Duffy, Thomas Sweeney, Niall Carty, Aidan Kenny, Emmet Kelly, Jason Clogher, Shane Naughton, Mark Fallon, John Landy, Brian Mulvey.

Golf Society

The first outing for 2005 of the Padraig Pearses Golf Society will take place in

Ladies Football

A table quiz will be held on Friday night next 1^st April in the Clubhouse at 8pm.

Club Lotto

Senior Football Challenge

The Paul Flynn sponsored Pearses Senior Football Team, defeated Shannonbridge in an exciting game in Shannonbridge on Saturday last.

This was a good workout for an under strength Pearses Team, in which Denis Whyte and Sean Fahy stood out with exceptional displays, others to catch the eye were Thomas Dolan in Goal, Padraic Kelly, Emmet Egan, Niall Finneran, Kevin Flynn and Niall Hogan.

Team: Thomas Dolan, Denis Whyte, Michael Galvin, Kevin Flynn, Kenneth Glynn, Aidan Fallon, Gerry Kelly, Niall Finneran, Pat Connell, Padraic Kelly, Emmet Egan, Niall Hogan, Ger Fahy, David Moran and Niall Murray.

Junior B Football League

The Killeen’s Bar sponsored Pearses Junior B Team, had a great start to their season with a brilliant victory over Clann Na Gael in Johnstown on Saturday Evening last.

Pearses played some great football and took some excellent scores in both halves.

Team: Brian Croffey, Shane Berrigan, Shane Donnellan, Leo Flynn, Aidan Ryan, Ian Duffy, John Mulvehill, Pat Downey, Alan Grehan, Thomas Seale, Tommy Carty, Colin Kelly, Johnny Hession, Peader Glennon, Gary Frehill.

Subs Used: Alan Grehan, Declan Colleran, Declan Finn, Declan Murray and Cormack Mc Donnell.

Under 16 Football League

Pearses under 16 Footballers had a good win over Roscommon Gales in Hyde Park on Sunday morning last. Niall Carty gave a man of the match performance at centerfield and was well supported by Alan Duffy. Arran Clogher was rock solid in goal. In defence Paul Murray and Alan Naughton played well as did David Burns and Michael Power.

Up front Emmett Kelly was always dangerous while Thomas Sweeney and Brian Mulvey tried hard.

Team: Arran Clogher, Paul Murray, Alan Naughton, David Burns, Cathal Dolphin, Michael Power, Donal O’ Malley, Alan Duffy, Niall Carty, Shane Naughton, Emmett Kelly, Brian Mulvey, John Landy, Jason Murray and Thomas Sweeney.

Club Race Night

The Club held a very successful Race Night on Friday night last and wish to thank all of our Race Sponsors and all Players and Members who sold and bought horses to help make the event a huge success

Club Lotto

O’Rourke Cup Senior Football League

The Paul Flynn sponsored Pearses Senior Football Team defeated Shannon Gales by a 10 point margin in Padraic on Phairsaigh on Saturday last.

This was a workman like performance by the Pearses lads but the commitment level was top class.

Denis Whyte dominated the back line and was well supported by Kevin Flynn, Brendan Flynn and Aidan Fallon.

Pat Connell and Niall Finneran worked hard and centerfield and are improving along the right lines.

Up front Niall Hogan and Padriac Kelly did great work on the wings but it was Niall Murray, Sean Fahy and the impressive Emmett Egan that did most to open up the Shannon Gales defence.

Team: David Moran, Kevin Glynn, Paul Kelly, Denis Whyte, Brendan Flynn, Aidan Fallon, Gerry Kelly, Niall Finneran, Pat Connell, Padraic Kelly, Emmett Egan, Niall Hogan, Niall Murray, Robbie Brooks and Sean Fahy.

Under 16 Football League

Pearses Under 16 Footballers were narrowly beaten by St Bridget’s in Kiltoom on Friday Night last.

For Pearses David Burns was solid in goal. In Defence Keelan Daly, Jason Murray and Cathal Dolphin were best.

Alan Duffy and Niall Carty did well at centerfield while up front Shane Naughton, John Landy played well but wing forward Emmett Kelly gave a man of the match performance.

Team: David Burns, Jason Murray, Alan Naughton, Thomas Sweeney, Cathal Dolphin, Keelan Daly, Aidan Kenny, Niall Carty, Alan Duffy, Shane Naughton, Jason Clogher, Emmett Kelly, Brian Mulvey, Enna Ryan, John Landy.

Intermediate Football League

Brian Croffey played well in goal for Pearses as did Kenneth Glynn, Ian Duffy and

Team: Brian Croffey, Shane Donnellan, Kevin Flynn, Leo Flynn, John Mulvehill, Ian Duffy, Kenneth Glynn, Emmett Egan, Aidan Fallon, Colin Kelly, Robbie Brooks, Niall Hogan, Niall Murphy, Robbie Donohue, Thomas Dolan.

A very successful Annual General Meeting of Padraig Pearses Golfing Society was held at the GAA complex in Woodmount last week, with the following Officers and Committee elected for 2005.