Local notes: Two Uniteds contest nine goal thriller
S&F United's senior women's team who are preparing for a Connacht FA Shield quarter-final against Mayo rivals Ballyglass FC next Sunday. They advanced to the last eight courtesy of a 3-0 win against Ballina Town.
S&F United’s men’s team got their 2026 Castlecourt Hotel Mayo Premier League campaign underway at home to Snugboro United and were unfortunate to find themselves edged out by the odd goal in nine, in what was an absolute thriller at Green Road.
They took the lead through Luke Ruane and while Snugboro soon equalised, S&F regained the lead through a goal by James Duffy.
The visitors hit a brace to hit the front for the first time in the game before Tony McDermott levelled matters at 3-3. Again Snugboro hit back to back goals and while James Duffy added his second goal of the game, this time from the penalty spot, it wasn’t enough to prevent Snugboro from taking all three points on a 5-4 scoreline.
S&F United’s next game in the Castlecourt Hotel Mayo Premier League is next Sunday, March 15 away to Castlebar Celtic ‘B’.
S&F United (v Snugboro United): D McHugh, K Kavanagh, D Frontczak, D Dunleavy, C Downey, J Lynskey, J Duffy, T McDermott, D Dixon, C Reid, L Ruane. Subs: A Gaughan, P McTigue, A McCarthy, D Flatley.
The S&F United senior women’s team have a Connacht FA Shield Quarter-Final to look forward to next Sunday, March 15 as they prepare to take on Mayo rivals Ballyglass FC. S&F advanced to the last eight thanks to a victory over Ballina Town last Sunday week, where a goal apiece by Fiona Doherty, Orla McHale and Rebecca Conlon saw them pick up a 3-0 win.
Congratulations to Martin Ruane from Straide and Molly Ruane from Foxford who are the past two winners of the S&F United 50-50 weekly draw. Both won for themselves €100.
Foróige has issued an appeal for volunteers to assist in the youth organisation delivering its Mentoring Programme in Foxford and the surrounding area.
If you are interested in supporting a young person and perhaps have a spare hour in the week, mentoring is an enjoyable way to spend your time and have a positive impact in a young person’s life!
Call or WhatsApp Mary on 086-0471420 to express your interest in volunteering for Foróige's Mentoring Programme and to hear more information on the recruitment process.
Foxford Salmon Anglers are to hold their annual river blessing ceremony next Saturday, March 14 at 12pm at the town side of Foxford Bridge. The blessing will be performed by Fr Costello and Reverend Wills. A wreath will be placed in the water as a memorial to all past members and to anglers everywhere.
Meanwhile, at the recent AGM of Foxford Salmon Anglers, the committee was re-instated for 2026.
Congratulations to the 24 girls and boys who celebrated the sacrament of Confirmation in the company of Bishop Kevin Doran at St Michael’s Church, Foxford last Saturday, March 7: Esme Boland, Ethan Byrne, Jamie Coleman, Zoe Corcoran, Nicole Deane, Aleksander Domagala, Bobby Donaldson, Holly Jane Ginty, Martin Howley, Kamila Kersanskeltan, Rihanna Lawrence, Maeve Loftus, Nancy McCready, Bronagh McHale, James McHale, Grainne McLoughlin, Abby McMahon, Hazel Prendergast, Neasa Quinn, Kyle Reape, Oisin Ruddy, Jan Sereda, James Sugrue and Elizabeth Urban.
Anyone interested in joining a table tennis club in Foxford are invited to express their interest by message to 086-8373646. It’s intended the group would be for all ages.
The 2026 Fleadh Cheoil Mhaigh Eó takes place in Ballina on May 8 and 9. Members of Admiral Brown CCÉ should note that entry forms are available at mayocomhaltas.weebly.com and should be submitted along with entry fees to branch secretary Edel Doherty either in person or to Shanwar, Foxford, Co Mayo, F26WR80.
The entry fees are €2 per U18 competition and €4 per O18 competition.
The 18th edition of the Straide Passion play will be performed on Good Friday. Rehearsals will take place on the three Monday nights before Good Friday, starting on Monday, March 16 at 8pm. New members will be most welcome.
Marita Byrne and Teagan Naughton are the two most recent winners of the Moy Davitts 50-50 draw. Marita won a jackpot of €493 after Teagan had collected a prize of €410 the week before. Tickets are available in the usual retail outlets and by playing on the Moy Davitts club app.
St Joseph’s Secondary School, Foxford has expressed its gratitude to James Barrett Coaches for its generous sponsorship of the school’s sports department.
The contribution, together with the staff who give so selflessly of their time, will, says the school, allow its students the opportunities to represent St Joseph’s on a regular basis.
“We have many entries for various sporting activities and also many other academic-based competitions and activities which are so well supported by our staff. It is this selflessness and generosity of spirit from our staff that allows our students to encounter many diverse and educational experiences, and we are most grateful for this,” said a statement from the school.
The Admiral Brown Society and Bráid Cross Committee have extended thanks to both John and Jonah Gallagher and to Ruairí Heverin for reinstating the solar panel and power to Bráid Cross. They have also acknowledged the support of the Parish Finance Council and say they look forward to maintaining the Cross together in the future.
Sympathy is extended to the family of the late Joan McNeely (née McAndrew) who passed peacefully at her home in Gorse Grove recently.
The beloved wife of Michael and loving mother of Brendan, Damian and Conor, Joan was also a loving grandmother to Eve, Harry and Lucy. She will be sadly missed by her devoted family, sister Rose and brother Michael, daughters-in-law Debbie, Fabienne and Fiona and extended family, neighbours and friends.
Joan lay in repose at her residence and her funeral Mass was celebrated on Tuesday, February 24 at St Michael’s Church, Foxford. Burial afterwards was in Craggagh Cemetery.
May she rest in peace.
The Transition Year students of St Joseph’s Secondary School, Foxford are to stage a musical at Foxford Sports and Leisure Centre later this month. They will perform ‘A Crazy Little Thing Called Love’ on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, March 26-28. Curtain is up at 7.30pm each evening. Admission is €15 for adults and €10 for students.
This year's Moy Davitts Golf Classic takes place at Ballina Golf Club on Saturday, May 30. Entry fee is €160 per team of four and there will be some major prizes on the day for all winners, including nights away and green fees at some of the top golf courses in Ireland. There will also be prizes for the longest drive and nearest the pin, and a halfway house barbeque at the ninth hole for those looking for a bite to eat and drink during their round. To book, contact Ballina Golf Club on 096 21050 or info@ballina-golf.com. Early booking is advised.
A reminder that the parade to celebrate St Patrick’s Day in Foxford will this year be held next Sunday, March 15 at 4pm.
The under-15 soccer team from St Joseph’s Secondary School are awaiting a venue – and an opponent – for their FAI Schools All-Ireland Minor ‘B’ National Cup semi-final which is due to take place next month at 1pm on Tuesday, April 14. It comes after they enjoyed a thrilling 3-2 win over Mayo rivals St Brendan’s College, Belmullet in the Connacht Final.
St Joseph’s came from a goal behind to level matters through Finn Sweeney’s goal ten minutes before half-time. A scoreless second-half – due mainly to some excellent saves by the St Brendan’s goalkeeper – meant the game went to extra-time.
Again, the sides remained inseparable during the first period but a goal after the restart by Ronnie Deacy gave the Foxford boys a 2-1 lead only for St Brendan’s to score an equaliser with five minutes left to play.
Just when it seemed that penalties would be required, Jamie Loughney conjured up a winner for St Joseph’s with two minutes left on the clock.
The Foxford students are due to play the yet to be decided Ulster champions in the final.
An opportunity to recycle old sports gear is being offered by Moy Davitts GAA Club who are to host a pre-loved sports gear sale fundraiser.
This is a sustainable opportunity for club members and non-members alike to recycle old jerseys, training tops, football boots, hats, tracksuits and more.
The sale event itself will take place on Easter Monday, April 6, from 12pm to 3pm in Sheridan Memorial Community Centre, Bohola.
You can contact the club’s Communications Officer, Mike Kelly, on 087-1967360 to arrange a collection or drop-off of sports gear for the sale.
All funds raised will go to the ongoing running of Moy Davitts GAA.
