Local Notes: Great win for Claremorris U12 boys in Connacht Cup
The Claremorrris U12A Boys who beat Moyne Villa in the Connacht Cup recently.
The Claremorris AFC U12A Boys took on Moyne Villa in the Connacht Cup recently in the first outing of the new year.
They got off to a great start through a beautifully taken long-range effort from Conall Boyle, followed shortly later by a neat finish in the corner by Ryan Walsh, going in 2-0 to the good at half time. Early in the second half, Conor Murphy added a third and they looked to be cruising to a comfortable victory but two quick goals by the visitors late in the second half set up a tense finish.
However, when Murphy added a second it ended the contest and finished 4-2 to the home side. Onwards to the next round!
Special mention to Ethan Grehan and Jack Veldon who were exceptional on the day. Thanks to all the support on a beautiful day.
Mick Mulherin will be in concert at Claremorris Town Hall and Theatre on Saturday next.
The Ballyvary man has a rich voice influenced by country legends like George Jones and Charlie Pride. He is one of the most requested and played singers on Irish Country music stations; the release of his second album ‘Souvenirs’ proved a huge hit.
Not only is Mick a talented artist, but he also engages with his audience in a thoroughly entertaining way, ensuring the night is filled with great music and craic!
Doors open at 7pm and the show begins at 8pm. Tickets are priced at €22.50 plus order processing fee. Available to buy on www.townhall.ie or call 094-9310999.
Tributes are being paid following the death of PJ Rattigan, The Heath, Scardaune, Claremorris, and formally of Liscat, Knock.
PJ passed away peacefully at Mayo Hospice, Castlebar last Tuesday, January 9th, surrounded by his loving family.
The Order of Malta in Knock led the tributes.
“Sincere condolences to Michael Rattigan on the passing of his brother PJ. PJ was also a founding member of Knock Unit in 1984,” they said.
Predeceased by his parents Thomas and Winnifred, brother Tom and granddaughter Maria, PJ will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his wife Alice, daughter Caroline Shaughnessy, son Kevin (Ardee, Co Louth), son-in-law Martin Shaughnessy (Roundfort), daughter-in-law Pamela Finlay (Ardee, Co Louth), grandchildren Oisín and Abbie, brothers Michael, John and Joe (Knock), sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends.
Funeral Mass for PJ was held at St Joseph's Church, Ballindine on Friday last, with burials afterwards in Ballindine New Cemetery.
May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Former Mayo footballer Enda Varley will take charge of the Raheny senior football team for 2024, taking over from Paul Dempsey.
Varley moved from Garrymore to St Vincent's in 2016 but rejoined his home club in Mayo in 2021.
He takes charge of a team that brought reigning All-Ireland champions Kilmacud Crokes to a penalty shootout in October.
Mayo goalkeeper Rob Hennelly currently plays for Raheny. The pair played together for the Green and Red.
Best of luck, Enda.
Well done to Aidan McGing and Ronan Fallon from Claremorris GAA Club who made their debuts for the Mayo senior hurling team in the Connacht GAA Hurling League.
Mayo lost the final 2-25 to 2-12 in the University of Galway Connacht GAA Air Dome.
Claremorris GAA and LGFA Club are delighted to announce the date for their dinner dance and presentation of awards night will take place on Friday, February 9th, at the McWilliam Park Hotel.
More information to follow in the next few days.
Hollymount Community Development are raising funds to develop facilities including a walking track and an astroturf pitch at Hollymount Community sports field.
There will be a Teenage Disco on Saturday, January 20th, at 8pm, where there will be a meet and greet with special guest, musician and TikTok star Garron Noone.
It will be in The Western Hotel on Dalton Street, Claremorris.
Tickets are €15 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.
Claremorris Colts U14s had their first run out of the year, against a strong Galway Corinthians team recently.
A beautiful sunny day at Colts Park, lead a fantastic display of running rugby from both sides.
The Colts pack brought their A-game, credit to the commitment shown for the full game by Linden, Sammy, Lee, Jack M, Cathal, JD, Darragh H, Alex, Jack B, Gustavs and Joey.
A much-improved defensive performance, lead to several attacking chances for the Colts backs lead by Jake at 9 and Micheal at 10 with support from Edna, David, Fionnán, Ronan, James, Darach, Johnny, Malachy and Evan.
The final score was Colts 7 Corinthians 17, with Fionnán Kelly scoring a try and Lee Scahill converting.
Thanks to branch referee Paul Fogarty, making his debut at Colts Park for refereeing the game.
Thanks to Corinthians for the game played in the correct spirit of the game, good luck to your lads in the upcoming league semi-finals alongside Ballinasloe, Galwegians and Creggs.
Well done to the lads on their top-seven finish in BOI Connacht Rugby Boys U14s Division One. The focus now moves to the new champions league format Connacht Cup starting in a few weeks. The lads are looking forward to the draw live on Connacht Rugby's YouTube channel on Friday, January 26.
There is sadness following the death of Terence Killeen, Redhill, Tulrahan, Claremorris, in a tragic road accident.
The 38-year-old was the sole occupant of a car that collided with another vehicle on the R311 road between Claremorris and Ballinrobe.
He was a Design Engineer with McHale Engineering in Ballinrobe. He was on his way to work at the time of the incident.
Deeply regretted by his loving parents Tom and Mary, sister Maria and her husband David, niece Caragh, relatives, colleagues, neighbours and a wide circle of friends.
Funeral Mass took place on Friday last at St Mary's Church, Logboy, with burial afterwards in Tulrahan Cemetery.
May he rest in peace.
