Local Notes: Soccer legend Shay Given pays visit to Belmullet
Former Republic of Ireland and Newcastle Utd goalkeeping great Shay Given recently dropped in to Iorras Aontaithe/Erris Utd pitch at Carnenash Park to check out and inspire some of the up and coming academy talent at the club. Shay was very impressed with the facilities and all the young hopefuls and coaches.
Former Republic of Ireland keeper and Newcastle Utd great Shay Given dropped by the club ground on Friday, May 31st, to meet all the academy coaches and all the young hopefuls and to view the club facilities. The Donegal native was very impressed.
Iorras Aontaithe moved back to the top of the table in Division One recently with a 4-3 win over Partry Athletic as Owen McHale hit the winner with four minutes remaining.
McHale had given his side a half-time lead as his goal on ten minutes was all that separated the sides at the break. Partry were level straight from the kick-off through Liam Burke but James Lavelle had Iorras back in front within three minutes.
An own goal from Pete McArthur got Partry back on level terms just after the hour mark and the home side then went ahead thanks to a goal from Fianach McGhabhann. Iorras rallied and made it 3-3 a few minutes later as Dara Padden was on target for Michael McHale’s side and his son Owen then hit the winner on 87 minutes to secure another three points for the men from the Barony.
The senior squad have also qualified for the Tonra Cup against Castlebar Town (away) with a final score of 7-1. The goals came from Pete McArthur, Ivan Barrett, James Lavelle Owen McHale, Brendan Conway (2), Mark Gilbert.
Congrats to all and a date for the final will be announced.
Congratulations Erris Utd U13 (A) team and management on their league champion success. They secured the title recently with an impressive 4-1 win away to Ballyheane. Thanks to goals on the night coming from Henry, Fergal and two for Junior.
Congratulations to Bangor Hibs who recently qualified for the McDonnell Cup Final on their first attempt since returning to Mayo League Football after a 1-0 win over Ballinrobe Town (B) at Ballybeg Park recently.
A Kyle Holmes goal midway through the second half decided the tie but in truth Hibs had the chances to make it a lot more of a comfortable victory.
James Armstrong had the best chance of the first half as he hit the side netting when it looked like he was destined to score and Sean Vahey also went close for Ballinrobe when his chipped effort from forty yards just went over the bar. Hibs finally went in front midway through the second half when Kyle Holmes' attempted cross from the left wing evaded everyone and found the bottom right-hand corner of the net.
James Armstrong went closest to adding a second when he hit the crossbar with a header but it didn’t matter as they held out to reach the McDonnell Cup Final.
Bangor Hibs Girls and Boys U10 Soccer Academy will begin on next Saturday, June 15th, at 11am in Ballybeg Park. Sessions will be one hour long and will run until mid-October (excluding August 10th, 17th and 24th).
Belmullet Writing Group will meet from 7 to 9pm on Mondays, June 17th and 24th, at Áras Inis Gluaire. This is a fun, supportive group for anyone that enjoys creative writing to share their work and learn from their peers. New members very welcome.
For more information, please call Maria on 087-1857280.
The players that played in the Erris Pool League 40 years ago were back in action over the recent Bank Holiday weekend at a fundraiser in the Erris Coast Hotel.
Fourteen players turned up to represent Kitty's and Flannery's in the rematch of the 1984 Final in what turned out to be a very entertaining night. In total, almost €1,300 was raised and was split between the Mayo/Roscommon Hospice and Western Care Belmullet.
Thanks to all the players that turned up on the night and a special mention to J.T. McGuire who played and won both his frames less than a year away from celebrating a milestone birthday. The players seemed to enjoy the night and it was great to be there to see their reactions when they met up with their former teammates and rivals.
Thanks to Anthony Healy from Healy Amusements for providing the table and to the Erris Coast Hotel for providing the perfect venue for the event and for all their help in the days leading up to it.
Thanks to the members of the Mayo/Roscommon Hospice and Western Care Belmullet who were there to help with the raffle and also to Jack Coyle for his help in organising the All-Ireland winners presentation and to the players that travelled from Balla and Westport to pick up their awards.
Finally, thanks to each and every one that came out to support the event especially for your generosity towards the charities as we brought the 2024 Erris Pool League Season to a close.
There was no winner of the jackpot in the Kilcommon Community Lotto draw on June 3rd. The numbers drawn were 18, 27, 34 and 35.
The house prize of €100 was won by Joe O’Malley, Cornboy and the two €30 offline winners were Jim Hunter, Ballycastle and Ann McAndrew, Bunnahowen. The two €30 online winners were Stephen Naughton, Glenamoy and Paul Deane, London/Glenamoy.
Next week’s jackpot is €6,000 with the draw in Belderrig Community Centre.
What a great time was had in Connolly’s of Stonefield recently for the annual RNLI fundraising BBQ and raffle. It was a busy day on the grill and a fun one.
Very big thanks to the Connolly family, the staff and the customers. Thanks to everyone else who assisted with the day, including sponsors, those who bought tickets and donated. This support is what keeps lifeboats afloat in Erris.
A plaque commemorating Michael Lavelle of Pearse Street in Belmullet, Battalion Officer Commanding the North Mayo Brigade of the IRA during the War of Independence, will be unveiled on next Sunday, June 16th, by Minister of State Dara Calleary TD after 4pm Mass. The plaque is located across from the family home along the canal.
Teach Greannaí is the place to be on Wednesday, June 12th, at 7.30pm for an event for local men hosted by Sláinte Healthy Communities, Flourish, Mayo County Council and the Family Centre.
An evening of chat, music, song and meeting other likeminded people in the Men’s Shed, with wood turning craftsman, Willie Creighton, who will be giving a demonstration of what woodturning entails.
Refreshments served.
There was no winner of this week’s Kiltane GAA Club weekly lotto jackpot of €13,000 with the two €50 winners being PJ Moran, Shragraddy and Lily Mangan, Geesala while Ann Maria Healy, Ballinaboy and Hughie Carey, Springfield both won €25.
The two online winners were Claire Gethings, Glencullen (€50) and Ann Marie Keegan, Rathcoole (€25).
Bingo will continue in the Complex in Bangor this Tuesday, June 11th, at 8pm with a €1,000 jackpot in 54 calls or less.
Mayo County Council, in conjunction with Comhar Dún Chaocháin Teo, cordially invites the public to attend the official opening of the Ceathrú Thaidhg Multi-Use Games Area and Cableway (F26 HP11) by Minister of State Jack Chambers TD on next Friday, June 14th, at 12 noon. Afterwards refreshments will be available at An tSeanscoil Community Centre (F26 Y8P7).
This green-field, all-weather pitch is zoned to accommodate tennis, basketball and soccer, and also includes a zipwire cable, providing a wonderful amenity for young children, teenagers, families, summer students and visitors to the area.
The Biggest Bumblebee 1000 Fast and Furious Supercar road trip event ever to take place will roll into Belmullet on next Friday, June 14th.
Petrolheads will be in their element as they get the chance to see over 100 supercars on their way down Main Street at 5.30pm. The event is in aid of Little Blue Heros.
On June 15th, the cars will set of from the Broadhaven Bay Hotel at 9am, so don’t miss it.
There will be a wide array of cars, including a Lamborghini Aventador SVJ, a Ford GT and a Bentley Continental GT W12.
Little Blue Heroes is a charity dedicated to supporting families in need who have seriously ill children undergoing long-term medical treatment. By making these children honorary members of An Garda Síochána, the charity aims to bring moments of happiness and strength to their lives.
