Local Notes: Local firm sponsors set of jerseys for Ballinrobe Town
Presenting a set of jerseys to Ballinrobe Town AFC were, from left: Brian Conroy (Ballinrobe Town), Vincent Cummins (Cummins and Sons Homevalue Ballinrobe), Alan Dowling (Ballinrobe Town AFC Club Chairperson) and Shane Ryan (Ballinrobe Town).
Ballinrobe Town AFC is pleased to announce that Cummins and Sons Homevalue Ballinrobe are the proud new shirt sponsors of the club’s Super League team.
Cummins and Sons Homevalue Ballinrobe also sponsored the hugely successful Ballinrobe Town AFC Jungle Challenge, which was held in the McWilliam Park Hotel, Claremorris, on May 31.
Deepest sympathy is extended to the family of Breda Reilly (née Joyce), Castlebar Road, Ballinrobe, and formerly Munterowen, Leenane, Co Galway.
Predeceased by her sisters Amelia (Kelly) and Monica (Toland), Breda is survived by her loving family, husband Jarlath, daughter Louise (Conor Maloney), sons Iarla, Enda, Declan (Patricia Heneghan) and Felim (Clarice Evans), two grandsons Eoghan and Beau, sisters Cha Burke (Clonbur), Rena Hartley (Galway) and Mary Holleran (Clonbur), brothers Arthur Joyce (Leenane) and Joe Joyce (Dingle), brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends.
Burial took place on Friday, June 7, in the New Cemetery, Ballinrobe.
May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Roxboro National School would like to thank Freedom Mobility for kindly sponsoring a set of new sports kits for the school.
It may only be the middle of June but Ballinrobe Community School is delighted to announce a mega fundraising raffle that is currently in operation, with the top prize being two stand tickets for this year’s All-Ireland Football Final.
All proceeds from this fundraiser will go towards the school’s new gym project.
The prizes are as follows: 1st, two stand tickets for the 2024 All-Ireland Football Final and a two-night stay in the Clayton Hotel, Burlington Road, for two people (July 27 and 28); 2nd, two stand tickets and a one-night stay in the Clayton Hotel, Burlington Road for two people (July 27).
The cost of the raffle tickets are €20 for one ticket, €50 for three tickets, and €100 for seven tickets.
Those wishing to enter this draw are asked to please visit www.idonate.ie. Your support for this fundraiser would be appreciated.
On Sunday, May 19, 25 Transition Year students from Ballinrobe Community School accompanied by teachers Shane Conlon, Barry Rourke and Liz Kelleher, travelled to Santiago De Compostela to complete the final 100km of 'The French Way' of The Camino.
Starting at the 100km mark in Ferreiros, they walked for five days staying in hostels in Portomarín, Palas De Rei, Arzúa, Pedrouzo and their final destination, Santiago De Compostela.
The students were issued with Pilgrim Passports, which they got stamped in various cafés and hostels along the route. They met many lovely people along the way, greeting all with a cheerful 'Buen Camino!', and asking them to sign their passports. There were prizes for those who collected the most signatures, with Kate Brennan scooping the first prize of €50 with an impressive 95 signatures, whilst both Faith Lally and George Crisp won €20 for 80 signatures each.
Students enjoyed meeting people from Switzerland, Mexico, Seattle, China and Ireland, among other countries. The use of mobile phone devices were at a minimum all week as the students enjoyed personal interactions with new and old friends.
The friendliness, positivity and respect they showed to all they met was commented on many times to the teachers. The Camino experience is one they will never forget with new friendships formed and existing friendships deepened.
It was a truly magical experience for all who travelled.
Roll on Camino 2025.
The Ballinrobe under-13 girls’ team suffered a narrow 2-1 loss away to Westport United on Tuesday last.
In their previous game at home to Fahy Rovers at The Green, the Ballinrobe under-13’s recorded a splendid 1-0 victory, with Ellen Masterson netting the all-important winner.
The Red and White started brightly against Westport and their early endeavour was rewarded when a slick move ended with Ellen Masterson breaking the Westport defensive cover and rustling the back of the net.
Ballinrobe could have added further goals during the first half; however, against the run of play United restored parity just before the break and the sides were deadlocked at the interval.
Westport were fired up for the second half, with the hosts enjoying the lion’s share of possession in what was an epic league battle.
Ballinrobe couldn’t rediscover their first-half form and Westport added a vital second goal to snatch all three points.
However, a gallant Ballinrobe can be proud of their efforts on the day and they will take plenty of positives from what has been a memorable season.
Well done to all involved.
This was Ballinrobe’s final under-13 league fixture of the season.
On Friday, June 7, the Ballinrobe Town hosted Killala at The Green in the Mayo Women's League Division One where a clinical display from the North Mayo side resulted in a heavy defeat for Ashling Concannon’s troops.
Killala blitzed their opponents during the first half and at half-time the visitors had mustered an unassailable 7-0 lead.
To their credit, the Robesiders put in a better display during the second half and managed to net consolation goals courtesy of Eleanor Whelan, and a brace from impressive substitute Abby Jennings.
No doubt Ballinrobe will learn from this defeat and come back a stronger side as the season progresses.
There was no winner of the €23,400 jackpot in the Ballinrobe GAA Lotto draw which was held in Biggins’ Bar, on Monday, June 10. The numbers drawn were 3, 14, 18 and 23.
The €25 winners were Emma Gill, and Sheila Walsh.
Congratulations to Maurice Horan who was the lucky winner of €325 in the weekly Ballinrobe Rugby Club 50/50 draw, which was held in Art O’Neill’s Bar, on Sunday week last.
The Ballinrobe Golf Am-Am in aid of the local rugby club takes place next Saturday, June 22, in Ballinrobe Golf Club and teams of four cost €120.
Booking for this event can be made by contacting Ballinrobe Golf Club at 094-9541118. All proceeds from this fundraiser will go towards the Ballinrobe Rugby Club development fund. There will be prizes worth €2,500 up for grabs on the day.
Your support would be appreciated.
The Golf Club held a mixed scramble competition on Thursday, June 6, and the results were as follows: 1st, Brendan Sheridan, Bridget Hynes, Declan Burke, and Lisa Biggins (27.9); 2nd, Billy McGrath, Nollaig Keady, Damien Martyn, and Gemma Gannon (29.2); 3rd, Ciaran Ferriter, Annmarie Conroy, Jimmy Sheridan, and Antoinette O’Connor (30.4); 4th, Tom Conlisk, Martin Vahey, Peggy Butler, and Ita Cawley (30.4).
Over 40 competitors took part in this event which was kindly sponsored by the Bowers Bar and Restaurant, Abbey Street.
There was no winner of the €16,600 jackpot in the Garrymore GAA Club draw, which was held on Sunday, June 9, in Garrymore. The numbers drawn were 11, 27, 28 and 34.
The €50 winners were John McHugh, Garrymore; Melissa Walsh, Gortnashammer, and Joe Kelly, Killawalla.
