Adult Football
Our Senior team made the short journey to Donaghmore last week for their fourth game in the current League. There was little between the sides for most of the game but a late goal from the home side sealed the win for Donaghmore. Final score Donaghmore 1-09 Eglish 0-07.
Our Reserves were also beaten. Final score Donaghmore 0-11 Eglish 0-06.
The next league fixture is away to Errigal Ciaran in Dunmoyle this Sunday, 20th May. Reserves at 2.15pm and Seniors at 3.45pm.
The next few fixtures to follow that game are as follows: Sunday 27th May, home v Carrickmore (N.B. this game will mark the official opening of Páirc Chormaic); Sunday 3rd June, home v Greencastle; Sunday 17th June, away v Clonoe; Sunday 24th June, home v Kildress; Wednesday 4th July, away v Killyclogher.
Please note, all fixtures are subject to change, please check our website, www.eglishgac.com for confirmation.
Under 18 (Minor) Football
The Minors continued their current run of good form with a win over Moortown in the Grade 2 League. Final score Eglish 1-08, Moortown 0.08.
The next few fixtures after that are as follows: Friday 18th May at 6.45pm, away v Derrylaughan; Friday 25th May at 7.30pm, away v Moy.
Under 16 Football
Our Under 16’s were beaten by Coalisland at home at the weekend.
The next few fixtures for the Under 16’s are as follows: Saturday 2nd June at 4pm, away v Clonoe; Tuesday 19th June at 7.30pm, at home v Pomeroy.
Under 14 Football
The Under 14’s were in action against Moy in their first league game last week. After a poor first half performance the team had an excellent second half, playing some great football. Final score Moy 6-13, Eglish 4-10. Training continues on Thursday at 6pm and Saturday morning at 9am. Their next game is at home against Naomh Mhuire (Edendork and Killyman amalgamation) on Monday 14th May at 7.30pm.
Under 10’s, 8’s & 6’s Football
Coaching for Under 6’s and Under 8’s is on-going on Thursday evenings, from 6pm to 7pm.
Thanks to all who helped with the Under 10’s Go Games Blitz in Eglish on Saturday morning. Coaching for Under 10’s continues on Saturday mornings from 10am to 11.15am. Everyone welcome.
Páirc Chormaic – Official Opening
The countdown continues to the official opening of Páirc Chormaic on Sunday 27th May. This promises to be a memorable occasion for all associated with our club and we hope to see good support over the next coming weeks.
Celebrations will begin with a Ceili in the Sports Hall on Friday 25th May, starting at 9.30pm, with Music by the popular Gold Ring Ceili Band.
On Saturday 26th May the Annual Cormac Trust 10K Race & 3K Fun Run will take place, registration can be completed online at www.thecormactrust.com or from 11am that morning. Race starts at 12midday.
An underage Camogie Blitz will also be held that Saturday morning from 9.30am, with all Tyrone Camogie clubs participating.
On Saturday night the Sports Hall will host a night of traditional music headlined by PJ McDonald and his band, along with other local musicians. This promises to be a great night of entertainment. PJ’s music has graced and sold out venues across Ireland where he has become renowned for his playing of the tin whistle and his outstanding vocal and guitar skills. The evening starts at 9pm.
On Sunday 27th there will be a full day of events. First to take the field that day will be our local Camogie club when they play Portglenone in a challenge match. This will be followed by our Reserve and Senior football teams playing Carrickmore in the Tyrone Division 1 League. The youth of our parish will also be represented with a host of mini games during the intervals between each match.
Some of the special guests who will be in attendance at the opening include Ciaran McLaughlin (Tyrone GAA Chairman), Aogan Ó Fearghail (Ulster GAA President) and Mickey Harte (Tyrone Senior Manager). We are delighted to announce that the Artane Boys Band will be in attendance and they will be leading a parade from the existing grounds to the new grounds.
The following Saturday, 2nd June, will see our Sports Hall being the venue for our Gala Banquet Dinner, at which the winning tickets for our Fundraising Draw will be drew. Further details will follow.
Check our website www.eglishgac.com for further details.
Thanks to all who have helped and contributed with preparations at the new grounds. Work is continuing for getting the grounds ready for the games that weekend and any additional help will be appreciated.
Club Lotto
The Lotto result for Monday 7th May was as follows: winning numbers were 9, 12, 18 and 19. There were three ‘Match 3’ winners; Paul and Paula (c/o McCann’s Shop), Colin Holmes and Jackie Feeney. The next Lotto draw will be held on Monday 21st May, Jackpot is £5,000.
Gym Circuits
Male and Female Adult Gym Circuits are being held in the Sports Hall Gym on Wednesday evenings. Please note the new start time of 7.30pm for these circuits. Everyone welcome.
Local News
Congratulations to Lorcan Martin and Kelley Hughes who were married last weekend. Best wishes for the future.
Sympathy
The club extends its sympathy to the Kelly family (Galbally) and Devlin family (Derrylaughan) on their recent bereavements.
