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Portumna G.A.A. Club
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News Updates Club Fundraising Club Officers Brief History of Portumna GAA |
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For more information you can visit www.portumnagaa.ie
Play the Portumna GAA fundraising lotto at www.locallotto.ie
Welcome to Portumna G.A.A. Club website. As you are probably aware most clubs are funded by a local lotto and our club is no different. We run a weekly lotto every Saturday night which assists in the funding of the everyday running of the club. This initative helps keep funds in the club and it gives everyone the opportunity to win some cash. Our draw is held on Saturday night in the local pubs and we invite all members, players, supporters and members of the community to support and develop our club and provide us with the first class facilities for all our adult and juvenile players. We invite and would love to get in touch with people from Portumna who are living all over the country to support our lotto.
Portumna is a club who has played a pivitol part in the promotion and development of hurling in Galway over the last number of years having won three All Ireland titles and five county titles in the last seven years. We have provided senior and junior players on numerous county teams.
The lotto starts at 2000 euros and one hundred euros is added each week. Select four numbers from 1-28. If anyone matches four numbers selected on the night they win or share the jackpot amount. If there is no winner then win or share match three prize of one hundred euro. If there is no match three 100 euros is divided between local charities in the community. Tickets can be purchased at 2 euros or three for 5 euros. The club are also selling yearly lotto tickets which cost 100 euros which enters you into 50 +2 free draws. Payment options are available from club treasurer Celia Keane on 087 1342148. We are hoping to get as many people as possible to purchase the annual lotto as it gives the club a platform to budget during the year and it allows members to be in every draw. Results will be posted in the local shops and church newsletter. They are also available on the club websites: www.portumnagaa.ie and www.portumna.net/gaa. We wish everyone the best of luck and thank you for your support.
Fiona O'Meara, Club Secretary.
Portumna is a club who has played a pivitol part in the promotion and development of hurling in Galway over the last number of years having won three All Ireland titles and five county titles in the last seven years. We have provided senior and junior players on numerous county teams.
The lotto starts at 2000 euros and one hundred euros is added each week. Select four numbers from 1-28. If anyone matches four numbers selected on the night they win or share the jackpot amount. If there is no winner then win or share match three prize of one hundred euro. If there is no match three 100 euros is divided between local charities in the community. Tickets can be purchased at 2 euros or three for 5 euros. The club are also selling yearly lotto tickets which cost 100 euros which enters you into 50 +2 free draws. Payment options are available from club treasurer Celia Keane on 087 1342148. We are hoping to get as many people as possible to purchase the annual lotto as it gives the club a platform to budget during the year and it allows members to be in every draw. Results will be posted in the local shops and church newsletter. They are also available on the club websites: www.portumnagaa.ie and www.portumna.net/gaa. We wish everyone the best of luck and thank you for your support.
Fiona O'Meara, Club Secretary.
News Updates
23 November 2011
Lotto
There was no winner of last Sat nights lotto jackpot worth €6300. The numbers drawn were 7 13 14 25. Two people matched three numbers; Seamus White & Frank Quinn. They each receive €50. Next week-ends lotto is worth €6500.
Manager
Portumna G.A.A. Club are inviting candidates to apply for the position for senior hurling manager for 2012. Application forms are available from club secretary Fiona O Meara 27 Marian Park Portumna. Closing date 13th December 2011. All forms to be returned to secretary on or before this date as any late applicants will not be accepted.
Lotto
There was no winner of last Sat nights lotto jackpot worth €6300. The numbers drawn were 7 13 14 25. Two people matched three numbers; Seamus White & Frank Quinn. They each receive €50. Next week-ends lotto is worth €6500.
Manager
Portumna G.A.A. Club are inviting candidates to apply for the position for senior hurling manager for 2012. Application forms are available from club secretary Fiona O Meara 27 Marian Park Portumna. Closing date 13th December 2011. All forms to be returned to secretary on or before this date as any late applicants will not be accepted.
21 July 2011
Lotto
There was no winner of Sat nights lotto jackpot. The numbers drawn were 6 14 17 28. One person matched three numbers Eimear Mulhall. She receives 100 euros. This week-ends lotto is worth 4500 euros.
Senior
Portumna senior team play Tynagh-Abbey-Duniry at home on sunday @11am in the Reeves Cup.
Junior A
Our junior A team remain undefeated in the championship after a two point victory over Skehana last week-end. Playing with a strong breeze in the first half Portumna went in at the interval seven points ahead on a scoreline 1-8 to 0-4 and indeed Lou Hartes charges should have been alot more ahead were it not for alot of squandered chances. Skehana piled on the pressure in the second half and eventually clawed back the lead bit by bit adding 1-6 to their first half total. Portumna added four points to their tally. Their final group game is against Barnana Forbacha.
Junior C
Our junior C team had two points to spare over Loughrea when they met in the championship on Friday evening on a scoreline 2-9 to 0-13. Portumna's two goals came from the stickwork of Tristan Hoary and Stephen Callanan while Stephen Treacy, Conor Muldoon, Brian Dolphin and Steve Killen were the other players to get their name on the score sheet. Their final group game is against Meelick/Eyrecourt.
U-16
Portumna u16 team begin their championship campaign this week when they play near neighbours Mullagh in Mullagh.
U-12
Well done to our under 12 team and management on winning their division of the eleven a side Go Games competition which took place in Duggan Park Ballinasloe on Saturday last. Portumna had eight points to spare over Ballygar on a scoreline 1-6 to 0-1.
Galway Team
The club would like to wish the Galway team and management and in particuar our own boys Damien Andy and Joe the best of luck on Sunday when they play Waterford in Semple Stadium Thurles in the All Ireland Quarter final.
Lotto
There was no winner of Sat nights lotto jackpot. The numbers drawn were 6 14 17 28. One person matched three numbers Eimear Mulhall. She receives 100 euros. This week-ends lotto is worth 4500 euros.
Senior
Portumna senior team play Tynagh-Abbey-Duniry at home on sunday @11am in the Reeves Cup.
Junior A
Our junior A team remain undefeated in the championship after a two point victory over Skehana last week-end. Playing with a strong breeze in the first half Portumna went in at the interval seven points ahead on a scoreline 1-8 to 0-4 and indeed Lou Hartes charges should have been alot more ahead were it not for alot of squandered chances. Skehana piled on the pressure in the second half and eventually clawed back the lead bit by bit adding 1-6 to their first half total. Portumna added four points to their tally. Their final group game is against Barnana Forbacha.
Junior C
Our junior C team had two points to spare over Loughrea when they met in the championship on Friday evening on a scoreline 2-9 to 0-13. Portumna's two goals came from the stickwork of Tristan Hoary and Stephen Callanan while Stephen Treacy, Conor Muldoon, Brian Dolphin and Steve Killen were the other players to get their name on the score sheet. Their final group game is against Meelick/Eyrecourt.
U-16
Portumna u16 team begin their championship campaign this week when they play near neighbours Mullagh in Mullagh.
U-12
Well done to our under 12 team and management on winning their division of the eleven a side Go Games competition which took place in Duggan Park Ballinasloe on Saturday last. Portumna had eight points to spare over Ballygar on a scoreline 1-6 to 0-1.
Galway Team
The club would like to wish the Galway team and management and in particuar our own boys Damien Andy and Joe the best of luck on Sunday when they play Waterford in Semple Stadium Thurles in the All Ireland Quarter final.
02 July 2011
Lotto
There was no winner of last week-ends lotto jackpot. The numbers drawn were 1 3 8 24. Two people matched three numbers Carmel Kelly and Mike Dolphin jnr. They each receive 50 euros. This sat nights lotto is worh 4200 euros.
Feile na nGael
Last week-end saw Feile na nGael come to Galway for the first time since 1993. Portumna were hosts to Tooreen the Mayo County Champions. The week-end kicked off with Portumna playing Tooreen on Friday where Portumna emerged the victors. Well done to both teams who had to play in terrible weather conditions. Then both teams were fed in the Clubhouse before going on to Loughrea to participate in the parade.
Saturday was an early start for both teams as they travelled to Mullagh to play the home team and Kickhams Creggan of Antrim. Portumna played the Antrim champions in the first game and were narrowly beaten. Their next game was against Mullagh whom they beat. Mullagh, Kickham Creggan and Portumna ended up on the same points which meant a play off had to take play between the three teams. Fatigue was setting in at this stage and conditions did not help matters Portumna put in two great performances to set them in the semi final against Muinbheag of Carlow. Unfortunatey for our boys it was to be the end of the road for them the two extra games proved too much in the end and they were narrowly beaten by the Carlow champions.
A big thank you to the Mullagh Club and the ladies committee for the food and refreshments which they provided all day it was appreciated. Tooreen and Portumna went back to the G.A.A.grounds on Sat evening for a barbaque which was kindly sponsored by Stronges pub. A big thank you to Martin Donoghue for providing the entertainment on the night and to the boys and girls who danced. Thanks to the parents who hosted the Toreen players over the week-end and who supported the club all year it was very much appreciated. A special thanks to the management team of Joe Heagney, Sean Treacy, Gene Mc Donagh and Ger Moran for all their hard work and dedication with this panel of players and in particular to our panel of hurlers who represented the club with pride over the week-end. Both teams exchanged a little token of the week-end with the Tooreen Mentors presenting the club with a Tooreen framed jersey signed by the players who had participated in Feile. It will hold pride of place in our clubhouse.
Minor
Our minors had two good wins in their Championship when they beat Kiltormer and Kinvara over the last few days. Three wins in three games has set them up for the quarter final stages of the competion. Their final group game takes place on Sunday in the G.A.A field at 2pm.
Senior
The senior team play Castlegar on Sunday in Craughwell at 12 0 clock in the quarter final of the league.
Annual Golf Classic
Our Annual Golf classic will take place in Portumna Golf club on Thursday 7th and Friday 8th July. Timesheet is available from Micheal in the Golf Club 090 97 41059 or from Celia 087 1342148. There are still some times available so your support would be appreciated.
Congratulations
Congratulations to Aidan O Donnell and Catriona Buckley on their recent engagement. The club would like to wish them the best of luck.
Lotto
There was no winner of last week-ends lotto jackpot. The numbers drawn were 1 3 8 24. Two people matched three numbers Carmel Kelly and Mike Dolphin jnr. They each receive 50 euros. This sat nights lotto is worh 4200 euros.
Feile na nGael
Last week-end saw Feile na nGael come to Galway for the first time since 1993. Portumna were hosts to Tooreen the Mayo County Champions. The week-end kicked off with Portumna playing Tooreen on Friday where Portumna emerged the victors. Well done to both teams who had to play in terrible weather conditions. Then both teams were fed in the Clubhouse before going on to Loughrea to participate in the parade.
Saturday was an early start for both teams as they travelled to Mullagh to play the home team and Kickhams Creggan of Antrim. Portumna played the Antrim champions in the first game and were narrowly beaten. Their next game was against Mullagh whom they beat. Mullagh, Kickham Creggan and Portumna ended up on the same points which meant a play off had to take play between the three teams. Fatigue was setting in at this stage and conditions did not help matters Portumna put in two great performances to set them in the semi final against Muinbheag of Carlow. Unfortunatey for our boys it was to be the end of the road for them the two extra games proved too much in the end and they were narrowly beaten by the Carlow champions.
A big thank you to the Mullagh Club and the ladies committee for the food and refreshments which they provided all day it was appreciated. Tooreen and Portumna went back to the G.A.A.grounds on Sat evening for a barbaque which was kindly sponsored by Stronges pub. A big thank you to Martin Donoghue for providing the entertainment on the night and to the boys and girls who danced. Thanks to the parents who hosted the Toreen players over the week-end and who supported the club all year it was very much appreciated. A special thanks to the management team of Joe Heagney, Sean Treacy, Gene Mc Donagh and Ger Moran for all their hard work and dedication with this panel of players and in particular to our panel of hurlers who represented the club with pride over the week-end. Both teams exchanged a little token of the week-end with the Tooreen Mentors presenting the club with a Tooreen framed jersey signed by the players who had participated in Feile. It will hold pride of place in our clubhouse.
Minor
Our minors had two good wins in their Championship when they beat Kiltormer and Kinvara over the last few days. Three wins in three games has set them up for the quarter final stages of the competion. Their final group game takes place on Sunday in the G.A.A field at 2pm.
Senior
The senior team play Castlegar on Sunday in Craughwell at 12 0 clock in the quarter final of the league.
Annual Golf Classic
Our Annual Golf classic will take place in Portumna Golf club on Thursday 7th and Friday 8th July. Timesheet is available from Micheal in the Golf Club 090 97 41059 or from Celia 087 1342148. There are still some times available so your support would be appreciated.
Congratulations
Congratulations to Aidan O Donnell and Catriona Buckley on their recent engagement. The club would like to wish them the best of luck.
19 June 2011
Lotto
There was no winner of Sat nights lotto jackpot worth 4000 euros. The numbers drawn were 6 16 17 18. One prson matched three numbers Seamus Canning. Next week-ends lotto is worth 4100 euros.
Junior C
Our junior C team secured two points in the first round of their championship after a very comprehensive win over St Thomas during the week. Padraig Lohan's charges set the pace from the throw in and went in at the interval eleven points ahead on a scoreline 2-8 to 0-3 with Shane Connors and Tristan Hoary the goal scorers. It was inevitable that St Thomas would be unable to come back and Portumna added 2-4 to their first half tally giving a final score Portumna 4-12 St Thomas 1-5. Cian Royston and Tristan Hoary the goal scoring heros of the second half. Portumnas second game in the championship will take place on Wednesday evening in Ahascragh at 7-15 against the home team.
Juvenille
Next week-end our under 14 team will be in the spotlight when Feile na nGael comes to Galway for the first time since 1993. Portumna play hosts to the Mayo County Champions Toreen over the week-end and the club would like to welcome the Toreen team and mentors to Portumna. Our young u14 team will take to the field on Friday at 3pm to play Toreen and your support for both teams would be appreciated. Both teams and mentors will be fed in the Clubhouse before they travel to Loughrea for the opening Parade of the Feile. On Saturday both teams travel to Mullagh where they will take on the local team and Kickams Creggan of Antrim. Portumna play Mullagh at 10am while Toreen play the Antrim Champions at 11am. Portumna take to the field again at 12-15 against Kickams Creggan while Toreen play the local team at 1-15. The semi finals are fixed for 6pm in Killimor. A barbaque will take place for both teams on Sat evening with lots of ceol craic agus caint arranged for the evening. The club would like to wish these young boys and their mentors the best of luck over the week-end but the main thing lads is to enjoy the few days they do not come around too often and you should consider it a great honour to be representing your club in such a prestigious competition.
Long Puc
Well done to Ivan Canning on winning the long puc competition which took place in Kenny Park Athenry last Monday evening. Ivan now goes on to represent Galway in Ballyhaunis on 4th July so would like to wish him the best of luck.
Annual Golf Classic
The clubs Annual Golf Classic will take place in Portumna Golf Club on 7th and 8th July. Timesheet is available of Micheal in the Golf Club 090 9741059 or from Celia 087 1342148.
Lotto
There was no winner of Sat nights lotto jackpot worth 4000 euros. The numbers drawn were 6 16 17 18. One prson matched three numbers Seamus Canning. Next week-ends lotto is worth 4100 euros.
Junior C
Our junior C team secured two points in the first round of their championship after a very comprehensive win over St Thomas during the week. Padraig Lohan's charges set the pace from the throw in and went in at the interval eleven points ahead on a scoreline 2-8 to 0-3 with Shane Connors and Tristan Hoary the goal scorers. It was inevitable that St Thomas would be unable to come back and Portumna added 2-4 to their first half tally giving a final score Portumna 4-12 St Thomas 1-5. Cian Royston and Tristan Hoary the goal scoring heros of the second half. Portumnas second game in the championship will take place on Wednesday evening in Ahascragh at 7-15 against the home team.
Juvenille
Next week-end our under 14 team will be in the spotlight when Feile na nGael comes to Galway for the first time since 1993. Portumna play hosts to the Mayo County Champions Toreen over the week-end and the club would like to welcome the Toreen team and mentors to Portumna. Our young u14 team will take to the field on Friday at 3pm to play Toreen and your support for both teams would be appreciated. Both teams and mentors will be fed in the Clubhouse before they travel to Loughrea for the opening Parade of the Feile. On Saturday both teams travel to Mullagh where they will take on the local team and Kickams Creggan of Antrim. Portumna play Mullagh at 10am while Toreen play the Antrim Champions at 11am. Portumna take to the field again at 12-15 against Kickams Creggan while Toreen play the local team at 1-15. The semi finals are fixed for 6pm in Killimor. A barbaque will take place for both teams on Sat evening with lots of ceol craic agus caint arranged for the evening. The club would like to wish these young boys and their mentors the best of luck over the week-end but the main thing lads is to enjoy the few days they do not come around too often and you should consider it a great honour to be representing your club in such a prestigious competition.
Long Puc
Well done to Ivan Canning on winning the long puc competition which took place in Kenny Park Athenry last Monday evening. Ivan now goes on to represent Galway in Ballyhaunis on 4th July so would like to wish him the best of luck.
Annual Golf Classic
The clubs Annual Golf Classic will take place in Portumna Golf Club on 7th and 8th July. Timesheet is available of Micheal in the Golf Club 090 9741059 or from Celia 087 1342148.
12 June 2011
Lotto
There was no winner of Saturday nights lotto jackpot. The numbers drawn were 12 14 26 28. Two people matched three numbers Joe O Leary and Barry family. They each receive 50 euros. Next Saturday nights lotto is worth 4000 euros.
Junior A
The junior A team had a good start in the first round of the championship with a four point win over near neighbours Kiltormer on Sat evening. Lou Hartes charges had just pipped their opponents by one point earlier in the league and everyone was looking forward to a very exciting game. Owen Treacy was the first Portumna player to get on the scoresheet with a point from a 65. A goal and point from Ronan Hayes and four more pointed frees from Owen who was very accurate in his free taking all day gave Portumna a six point lead at the interval on a scoreline 1-6 to 0-3. Indeed Portumna should have been farther ahead but unfortunately they squandered alot of chances hitting wide after wide. Kiltormer upped the ante in the second half and scored two unanswered points reducing the lead. Portumna did not panic and Paddy Dolphin put over two points to put another bit of distance between the teams. Eamann Lynch added two points with Owen Treacy and Ciaran Ryan the other two Portumna scorers in the second half. Final score Portumna 1-13 Kiltormer 0-12. There next game is against Liam Mellows which is due to be played next week-end.
Junior C
The Junior C team open their championship campaign on Tuesday eve at 7-30pm when they play St Thomas.
Juvenille
On the juvenile front the under 14 management are keeping their charges busy over the next couple of weeks in preparation for Feile with quite a few challange games lined up. On Monday evening they play Borrisokane at home at 6-30pm and the following Saturday play St Judes of Dublin.
Cancer Care West Sponsored Walk
On Saturday June 18th Galway Football Board are running a sponsored walk all over the county in conjunction with Cancer Care West which will raise much needed funds for the Charity. There is a walk from Gortanumera into Portumna and anyone who wishes to support this walk can obtain cards from Damien Coleman Cul Sports.
Galway Vs Dublin Tickets
Tickets for the Galway/Dublin game which will take place in O Connor Park Tullamore on Saturday 18th June @7pm are priced as follows Stand 25 euros Terrace 15 euros Family 25 euros Children u16 5 euros. Tickets are available from County Board office from Tuesday 9-30am -4-30pm or Wednesday in Kenny Park Athenry from 7-30pm to 9-30pm. The club would like to wish the team and management the best of luck and in particular to our own players Damien, Andy and Joe.
Hurling Cul Camps
Registration for the V.H.I. hurling Cul Camps will take place in the clubhouse this Thursday evening from 6pm to 7pm. A second registration night will take place on Thursday 23rd June from 6pm to 7pm. Forms will be distributed to the National Schools this week.
Annual Golf Classic
The Clubs Annual Golf Classic will take place in Portumna Golf Club on Thursday 7th July and Friday 8th July. Timesheet is available off Micheal at the golf club 09097 41059 or from Celia 087 1342148.
Fundraising Table Quiz
Stronges Pub are holding a table quiz this Friday night at 9-30pm. Proceeds from the table quiz is going to the club. Your support would be appreciated. Food and raffle on the night. Four per table 40 euros.
Lotto
There was no winner of Saturday nights lotto jackpot. The numbers drawn were 12 14 26 28. Two people matched three numbers Joe O Leary and Barry family. They each receive 50 euros. Next Saturday nights lotto is worth 4000 euros.
Junior A
The junior A team had a good start in the first round of the championship with a four point win over near neighbours Kiltormer on Sat evening. Lou Hartes charges had just pipped their opponents by one point earlier in the league and everyone was looking forward to a very exciting game. Owen Treacy was the first Portumna player to get on the scoresheet with a point from a 65. A goal and point from Ronan Hayes and four more pointed frees from Owen who was very accurate in his free taking all day gave Portumna a six point lead at the interval on a scoreline 1-6 to 0-3. Indeed Portumna should have been farther ahead but unfortunately they squandered alot of chances hitting wide after wide. Kiltormer upped the ante in the second half and scored two unanswered points reducing the lead. Portumna did not panic and Paddy Dolphin put over two points to put another bit of distance between the teams. Eamann Lynch added two points with Owen Treacy and Ciaran Ryan the other two Portumna scorers in the second half. Final score Portumna 1-13 Kiltormer 0-12. There next game is against Liam Mellows which is due to be played next week-end.
Junior C
The Junior C team open their championship campaign on Tuesday eve at 7-30pm when they play St Thomas.
Juvenille
On the juvenile front the under 14 management are keeping their charges busy over the next couple of weeks in preparation for Feile with quite a few challange games lined up. On Monday evening they play Borrisokane at home at 6-30pm and the following Saturday play St Judes of Dublin.
Cancer Care West Sponsored Walk
On Saturday June 18th Galway Football Board are running a sponsored walk all over the county in conjunction with Cancer Care West which will raise much needed funds for the Charity. There is a walk from Gortanumera into Portumna and anyone who wishes to support this walk can obtain cards from Damien Coleman Cul Sports.
Galway Vs Dublin Tickets
Tickets for the Galway/Dublin game which will take place in O Connor Park Tullamore on Saturday 18th June @7pm are priced as follows Stand 25 euros Terrace 15 euros Family 25 euros Children u16 5 euros. Tickets are available from County Board office from Tuesday 9-30am -4-30pm or Wednesday in Kenny Park Athenry from 7-30pm to 9-30pm. The club would like to wish the team and management the best of luck and in particular to our own players Damien, Andy and Joe.
Hurling Cul Camps
Registration for the V.H.I. hurling Cul Camps will take place in the clubhouse this Thursday evening from 6pm to 7pm. A second registration night will take place on Thursday 23rd June from 6pm to 7pm. Forms will be distributed to the National Schools this week.
Annual Golf Classic
The Clubs Annual Golf Classic will take place in Portumna Golf Club on Thursday 7th July and Friday 8th July. Timesheet is available off Micheal at the golf club 09097 41059 or from Celia 087 1342148.
Fundraising Table Quiz
Stronges Pub are holding a table quiz this Friday night at 9-30pm. Proceeds from the table quiz is going to the club. Your support would be appreciated. Food and raffle on the night. Four per table 40 euros.
20 May 2011
Lotto
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot. The numbers drawn were 489 13. Seven people matched three numbers Ann Carty, Teresa Myers, Andy Smith, Ronan and Craig O Meara, Frank For,d Willie Walsh, Derek Wilkson. This sat nights lotto is worth 3600 euros.
Senior
The seniors play Pearses this Friday night in Ballinasloe at 7-15pm in the championship.
U-14
On the juvenile front our u14 team were beaten by Killimordaly last Monday night. Their next game is against Salthill in Craughwell on Monday evenin g at 7pm.
An Ras
The club are hosting the Ras the race charity cycle on Sunday. The idea behind this fundraiser is to raise much needed funds for goal and the Irish Cancer society. The race will commence from Dunboyne on Sunday at 8am and will be officially opened by Chrsity Conney President of the G.A.A.. The cyclists will make the 148 km cycle to Portumna where the club will provide refreshments. Over 50 G.A.A. stars will take part in the eight stages with our own Ollie Canning taking part on Sunday. This is for a very worthy cause so looking forward to your support on the day.
Lotto
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot. The numbers drawn were 489 13. Seven people matched three numbers Ann Carty, Teresa Myers, Andy Smith, Ronan and Craig O Meara, Frank For,d Willie Walsh, Derek Wilkson. This sat nights lotto is worth 3600 euros.
Senior
The seniors play Pearses this Friday night in Ballinasloe at 7-15pm in the championship.
U-14
On the juvenile front our u14 team were beaten by Killimordaly last Monday night. Their next game is against Salthill in Craughwell on Monday evenin g at 7pm.
An Ras
The club are hosting the Ras the race charity cycle on Sunday. The idea behind this fundraiser is to raise much needed funds for goal and the Irish Cancer society. The race will commence from Dunboyne on Sunday at 8am and will be officially opened by Chrsity Conney President of the G.A.A.. The cyclists will make the 148 km cycle to Portumna where the club will provide refreshments. Over 50 G.A.A. stars will take part in the eight stages with our own Ollie Canning taking part on Sunday. This is for a very worthy cause so looking forward to your support on the day.
15 May 2011
Lotto
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot dated 7th May. The numbers drawn were 2 13 14 28. Five people matched three numbers Portia Duffy, Cora Gantley, Terence O Flaherty, Declan Ryan and Noreen Keary. They each receive 20 euros. This week-ends lotto is worth 3500 euros. Lotto can also be purchased on line at www.locallotto.ie.
Senior
The Seniors play Pearses next week-end in the championship.
Junior A
The junior A team secured two more points in the league with a three point win over Menlo Emmets on a scoreline 2-12 to 1-12 with Darren Grady the scorer of Portumna's two goals.
U-14
On the juvenile front the under 14 team had a good win over neighbours Tommie Larkins and they now have two good wins behind them after been beaten in the first round. They play Killimordaly on Monday evening in Killimor @6-30pm.
Thank You
The Club would like to thank the people who played in last week-ends Texas Hold'em and who also sold tickets. A big thank you to Donie O Meara for the use of his premises and for the finger food he provided on the evening. Three people agreed to share the prize money Mike Cowan, Ger Ford and Mark Bradley. Tommy Glynn came in fourth place.
Reminder
The Club are running a Child Welfare and Protection course in the Clubhouse on Monday evening @7pm for all managers selectors and coaches who are involved with our juvenile teams up to the age of u18. Can all the people who are involved in our juvenile structure please ensure that they are there on the night. Emma Keane our Childrens Officer together with Pauline Davoren will be giving the course on the night.
The President of the G.A.A. Christy Cooney along with Gerry Larkin Chairman of the Galway County Board as well as our own Damien Hayes will visit Portumna Nationl School on Tuesday. While he is there the children will take part in a go games exhibition game. Bus Eireann have kindly agreed to sponsor this years Feile and the school will receive sliothars bibs etc while every student in the school will receive a small token. The President's visit is in conjunction with the launching of Feile which will take place in Lough Rea Hotel on Thursday night. Two lucky players from our under 14 panel have been nominated to go and take part in a questions and answer session.
Fundraiser Activity
The club have decided to engage in the collection of scrap metal household and other waste as a fundraising activity. Anyone who would be interested in helping us out with any scrap metal they may have could they please contact Celia Keane 087 1342148 Damien Coleman 087 2661695 or Steve Killeen 086 6039235.
The club have also come together with Vodafone to raise much needed funds for the club. We would appreciate that people on this network either bill pay or ready to go or even busisness people forward their numbers to the club treasurer. This costs you nothing the club receives 10% of your bill. Anyone on a different network but would like to help the club out can keep their number and move to vodafone network. Your support would be very much appreciated.
Initative to Help our G.A.A. Members Gain Employment
The ICBE Again programme was launched in 2010 and has already placed over 400 unemployed people in work placements. Galway G.A.A. is working with the ICBE Begin Again Programme with the view to provide work placements for members of the G.A.A. possible opportunities exist in the following areas Coaching Health and Safety Manual direct labour Communications and P.R. All participants taking part in this programme must have availed of unemployment assistance from the Social Welfare for the period of three months. G.A.A/ Begain Again participants retain all of their social welfarew benefits during the work placement programme. For further information contact Orla or Maureen on 091 755736.
Lotto
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot dated 7th May. The numbers drawn were 2 13 14 28. Five people matched three numbers Portia Duffy, Cora Gantley, Terence O Flaherty, Declan Ryan and Noreen Keary. They each receive 20 euros. This week-ends lotto is worth 3500 euros. Lotto can also be purchased on line at www.locallotto.ie.
Senior
The Seniors play Pearses next week-end in the championship.
Junior A
The junior A team secured two more points in the league with a three point win over Menlo Emmets on a scoreline 2-12 to 1-12 with Darren Grady the scorer of Portumna's two goals.
U-14
On the juvenile front the under 14 team had a good win over neighbours Tommie Larkins and they now have two good wins behind them after been beaten in the first round. They play Killimordaly on Monday evening in Killimor @6-30pm.
Thank You
The Club would like to thank the people who played in last week-ends Texas Hold'em and who also sold tickets. A big thank you to Donie O Meara for the use of his premises and for the finger food he provided on the evening. Three people agreed to share the prize money Mike Cowan, Ger Ford and Mark Bradley. Tommy Glynn came in fourth place.
Reminder
The Club are running a Child Welfare and Protection course in the Clubhouse on Monday evening @7pm for all managers selectors and coaches who are involved with our juvenile teams up to the age of u18. Can all the people who are involved in our juvenile structure please ensure that they are there on the night. Emma Keane our Childrens Officer together with Pauline Davoren will be giving the course on the night.
The President of the G.A.A. Christy Cooney along with Gerry Larkin Chairman of the Galway County Board as well as our own Damien Hayes will visit Portumna Nationl School on Tuesday. While he is there the children will take part in a go games exhibition game. Bus Eireann have kindly agreed to sponsor this years Feile and the school will receive sliothars bibs etc while every student in the school will receive a small token. The President's visit is in conjunction with the launching of Feile which will take place in Lough Rea Hotel on Thursday night. Two lucky players from our under 14 panel have been nominated to go and take part in a questions and answer session.
Fundraiser Activity
The club have decided to engage in the collection of scrap metal household and other waste as a fundraising activity. Anyone who would be interested in helping us out with any scrap metal they may have could they please contact Celia Keane 087 1342148 Damien Coleman 087 2661695 or Steve Killeen 086 6039235.
The club have also come together with Vodafone to raise much needed funds for the club. We would appreciate that people on this network either bill pay or ready to go or even busisness people forward their numbers to the club treasurer. This costs you nothing the club receives 10% of your bill. Anyone on a different network but would like to help the club out can keep their number and move to vodafone network. Your support would be very much appreciated.
Initative to Help our G.A.A. Members Gain Employment
The ICBE Again programme was launched in 2010 and has already placed over 400 unemployed people in work placements. Galway G.A.A. is working with the ICBE Begin Again Programme with the view to provide work placements for members of the G.A.A. possible opportunities exist in the following areas Coaching Health and Safety Manual direct labour Communications and P.R. All participants taking part in this programme must have availed of unemployment assistance from the Social Welfare for the period of three months. G.A.A/ Begain Again participants retain all of their social welfarew benefits during the work placement programme. For further information contact Orla or Maureen on 091 755736.
05 May 2011
Lotto
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot. The numbers drawn were 1 5 13 18. One person matched three numbers Glenn Monaghan. He receives 100 euros. This Sat night's lotto is worth 3400 euros.
Senior
Our senior team got their championship campaign off to a good start with victory over Tommie Larkins in Athenry last Saturday. The game was over by the end of the first quarter when goals from Andy Smith, Niall Hayes and Damien Hayes gave them an unassilable lead.
Andy Smith was the first player to score after two minutes with Joe canning adding a free. The first goal came after three minutes when Damien Hayes crashed the ball to the net after a great pass from canning. Andy Smith gave Darra Starr no chance for Portumna's second goal. Portumna's third goal came in the thirteenth minute when Joe Keane picked out Andy Smith and when he saw Niall Hayes in space the centre forward hit the net and Portumna were seven points ahead. Points from Joe and Davey Canning and Martin Dolphin made it 3-8 to 1-2 on 21 mins. Further points from Smith brothers Leo and Peter and point from Martin Dolphin gave Portumna a a fifteen point lead at the interval.
Starr produced a great save from Joe Canning midway through the second half but this did not deter Portumna as they added four points by the 50th minute. Portumna concluded their scoring with two points from Niall Hayes and a pointed free from Joe Canning. Portumna 3-20 Tommie Larkins 2-10.
Their next game is against Pearses which is due to take place on week-end 22nd May.
Junior A
The junior A team play Menlo Emmets in Craughwell on Saturday at 7:30pm in the league.
U-14
The under 14 team put two points on the board when they had a very convincing win over Carnmore last Week-end. Their next game is away to Tommie Larkinson Monday evening.
Texas Hold'em
The club are holding a Texas Hold'em on Sunday in O Mearas. Registration at 2:30pm.
Ras Charity Cycle
The club are hosting the Ras Charity cycle race on Sunday 22nd May. Money raised will go to Irish Cancer Society and Goal. Our own Ollie Canning will be taking part on the day so here's hoping everyone will come out and support this worthy cause.
Lotto
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot. The numbers drawn were 1 5 13 18. One person matched three numbers Glenn Monaghan. He receives 100 euros. This Sat night's lotto is worth 3400 euros.
Senior
Our senior team got their championship campaign off to a good start with victory over Tommie Larkins in Athenry last Saturday. The game was over by the end of the first quarter when goals from Andy Smith, Niall Hayes and Damien Hayes gave them an unassilable lead.
Andy Smith was the first player to score after two minutes with Joe canning adding a free. The first goal came after three minutes when Damien Hayes crashed the ball to the net after a great pass from canning. Andy Smith gave Darra Starr no chance for Portumna's second goal. Portumna's third goal came in the thirteenth minute when Joe Keane picked out Andy Smith and when he saw Niall Hayes in space the centre forward hit the net and Portumna were seven points ahead. Points from Joe and Davey Canning and Martin Dolphin made it 3-8 to 1-2 on 21 mins. Further points from Smith brothers Leo and Peter and point from Martin Dolphin gave Portumna a a fifteen point lead at the interval.
Starr produced a great save from Joe Canning midway through the second half but this did not deter Portumna as they added four points by the 50th minute. Portumna concluded their scoring with two points from Niall Hayes and a pointed free from Joe Canning. Portumna 3-20 Tommie Larkins 2-10.
Their next game is against Pearses which is due to take place on week-end 22nd May.
Junior A
The junior A team play Menlo Emmets in Craughwell on Saturday at 7:30pm in the league.
U-14
The under 14 team put two points on the board when they had a very convincing win over Carnmore last Week-end. Their next game is away to Tommie Larkinson Monday evening.
Texas Hold'em
The club are holding a Texas Hold'em on Sunday in O Mearas. Registration at 2:30pm.
Ras Charity Cycle
The club are hosting the Ras Charity cycle race on Sunday 22nd May. Money raised will go to Irish Cancer Society and Goal. Our own Ollie Canning will be taking part on the day so here's hoping everyone will come out and support this worthy cause.
18 April 2011
Lotto
There was no winner of Sat Nights loto jackpot dated 9th April. One person matched three numbers Aine Ryan. The numbers were 2 12 14 26. She receives 100 euros.
Junior A
The junior A team secured two points in the league when they overcame a gallant Kiltormer team on a scoreline 2-11 to 2-10. Davey Canning was Portumna's top scorer with a tally of 2-7 with the other scores coming from Joe Keane 0-2 Steve Killeen 0-1 and Ronan Hayes 0-1.
Minor
The minors got off to a good start in their championship campaign with a very convincing win over Ballygar. Ballygar was the first to score and had registered 1-1 before Portumna replied with a point from Niall Concannon. That was the one and only time that Ballygar were to lead as it was all Portumna after that. The other Portumna scores came from Jamie Flanagan 2-2 Owen Treacy 1-2 Darren Dillon 0-1 and Ronan O Meara 1-7. Portumna 4-13 Ballygar 2-6 their next game is against Kinvara.
U-14
Our under 14 team were beaten in the feile shield by Kiltormer last Monday night.
Thank You
A big thank you to all the lads who gave up their free time over the last few days to help on the pitch goalmouth. It was great to see so many people working on a voluntary capacity on behalf of the club and again we sincerely thank you.
Lotto
There was no winner of Sat Nights loto jackpot dated 9th April. One person matched three numbers Aine Ryan. The numbers were 2 12 14 26. She receives 100 euros.
Junior A
The junior A team secured two points in the league when they overcame a gallant Kiltormer team on a scoreline 2-11 to 2-10. Davey Canning was Portumna's top scorer with a tally of 2-7 with the other scores coming from Joe Keane 0-2 Steve Killeen 0-1 and Ronan Hayes 0-1.
Minor
The minors got off to a good start in their championship campaign with a very convincing win over Ballygar. Ballygar was the first to score and had registered 1-1 before Portumna replied with a point from Niall Concannon. That was the one and only time that Ballygar were to lead as it was all Portumna after that. The other Portumna scores came from Jamie Flanagan 2-2 Owen Treacy 1-2 Darren Dillon 0-1 and Ronan O Meara 1-7. Portumna 4-13 Ballygar 2-6 their next game is against Kinvara.
U-14
Our under 14 team were beaten in the feile shield by Kiltormer last Monday night.
Thank You
A big thank you to all the lads who gave up their free time over the last few days to help on the pitch goalmouth. It was great to see so many people working on a voluntary capacity on behalf of the club and again we sincerely thank you.
10 April 2011
Lotto
There was no winner of last Satuday nights lotto jackpot worth 2900 euros. The numbers drawn were 3 15 24 26. One person matched three numbers Lisa O Brien. She receives 100 euros. This Sat night lotto is worth 3000 euros and will be held in Horans.
Senior
The senior team had another win in the league when they defeated Kinvara last Week-end on a scoreline 2-22 to 2-14. They now have maximum points after three games. It was great to see Damien Hayes and Joe Canning back in action again after their long lay off through injury.
Minor
The minors take on Ballygar in Ballygar on Wednesday next in the first round of the championship.
Junior A
The junior A team are away to Kiltormer this Sunday in the first round of the league. Throw in 11am.
U-12 & U-14
On the juvenile front the u14 team had a very convincing win over Sylane last week-end and they now play Kiltormer on Monday in Killimor in the next round of the Feile shield. They together with the u12 team were treated to a great day in Galway last Sunday where they played Liam Mellows in two challange games. The club would like to thank the Liam Mellows club for providing refreshments after the game. They then headed to the stadium where unfortunately things did not go right for Galway on the day but they got the opportunity to see the All Ireland Champions in actionand at their best. They were treated to Supermacs in Portumna when they arrived home.Along and tiring day but enjoyed by everyone.
Texas Hold'em
The club are holding a Texas Hold'em on Sunday 8th May in O Mearas. Entry fee 40 euros. Registration 2:30pm. No entry after 4pm. 50 per cent pay out. Raffle and finger food on the night. A great evening not to be missed.
Charity Cycle
Looking for the cycle of a lifetime. The Ras are holding a charity cycle in aid of Goal and the Irish Cancer society from 22nd to 29th May. Over 500 G.A.A. legends are taking part including our own local legend Ollie Canning. The club are hosting the cyclists on 22nd May. Ras are trying to get as many Galway cyclists to do the stage so anyone who would like to enter are more than welcome.
Vodafone Support
Vodafone have come together with Portumna G.A.A. to generate money for the Club. We are asking all vodafone customers to help us by supplying us with your number this applies to bill and Ready to go phones. The more that sign up the better for the Club it costs you nothing but the club are assured 10 per cent of your bill. Contact Celia the club treasurer.
U-12s in Croke Park
Connacht G.A.A. has secured a club u12 day for Galway hurling as part of the Go Games programme at Headquarters on 28th April. Portumna u12 team have been invited to attend. This is a great honour for our young players to grace the stadium in Croke Park. The club are taking 24 players and four mentors to Dublin on that day. The club will organise a bus for parents who would like to travel to see their child playing in Crokers. Anyone interested could they please contact the juvenile Secretary Yvonne Muldoon on 087 9354951 for travel details and cost.
Lotto
There was no winner of last Satuday nights lotto jackpot worth 2900 euros. The numbers drawn were 3 15 24 26. One person matched three numbers Lisa O Brien. She receives 100 euros. This Sat night lotto is worth 3000 euros and will be held in Horans.
Senior
The senior team had another win in the league when they defeated Kinvara last Week-end on a scoreline 2-22 to 2-14. They now have maximum points after three games. It was great to see Damien Hayes and Joe Canning back in action again after their long lay off through injury.
Minor
The minors take on Ballygar in Ballygar on Wednesday next in the first round of the championship.
Junior A
The junior A team are away to Kiltormer this Sunday in the first round of the league. Throw in 11am.
U-12 & U-14
On the juvenile front the u14 team had a very convincing win over Sylane last week-end and they now play Kiltormer on Monday in Killimor in the next round of the Feile shield. They together with the u12 team were treated to a great day in Galway last Sunday where they played Liam Mellows in two challange games. The club would like to thank the Liam Mellows club for providing refreshments after the game. They then headed to the stadium where unfortunately things did not go right for Galway on the day but they got the opportunity to see the All Ireland Champions in actionand at their best. They were treated to Supermacs in Portumna when they arrived home.Along and tiring day but enjoyed by everyone.
Texas Hold'em
The club are holding a Texas Hold'em on Sunday 8th May in O Mearas. Entry fee 40 euros. Registration 2:30pm. No entry after 4pm. 50 per cent pay out. Raffle and finger food on the night. A great evening not to be missed.
Charity Cycle
Looking for the cycle of a lifetime. The Ras are holding a charity cycle in aid of Goal and the Irish Cancer society from 22nd to 29th May. Over 500 G.A.A. legends are taking part including our own local legend Ollie Canning. The club are hosting the cyclists on 22nd May. Ras are trying to get as many Galway cyclists to do the stage so anyone who would like to enter are more than welcome.
Vodafone Support
Vodafone have come together with Portumna G.A.A. to generate money for the Club. We are asking all vodafone customers to help us by supplying us with your number this applies to bill and Ready to go phones. The more that sign up the better for the Club it costs you nothing but the club are assured 10 per cent of your bill. Contact Celia the club treasurer.
U-12s in Croke Park
Connacht G.A.A. has secured a club u12 day for Galway hurling as part of the Go Games programme at Headquarters on 28th April. Portumna u12 team have been invited to attend. This is a great honour for our young players to grace the stadium in Croke Park. The club are taking 24 players and four mentors to Dublin on that day. The club will organise a bus for parents who would like to travel to see their child playing in Crokers. Anyone interested could they please contact the juvenile Secretary Yvonne Muldoon on 087 9354951 for travel details and cost.
31 March 2011
Lotto
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot worth 2800 euros. The numbers drawn were 17 18 24 26. One person matched three numbers Pauline O Donnell. She receives 100 euros. This Sat nights jackpot is worth 2900 euros. Lotto can also be purchased on line www.locallotto.ie.
Senior
Our senior team play Kinvara in Kinvara on Sat evening at 6pm.
Minor
Our minors had a convincing win over Killimor last Week in a challange in preparation for their championship which will soon take place. They have two more challange games lined up this week-end they play Pearses(Roscommon) and Micheal Cusacks.
U-12 & U-14
Our under 12 and under 14 teams will take a trip to the stadium on Sunday where they hope to meet some of their hereos when Galway play Tipperary. They will play two challange games against Liam Mellows before the game at Liam Mellows pitch. They play Sylane on Monday evening in Sylane in the Feile Shield competition.
Rose of Portumna
The club held the Rose of Portumna last Friday night in the Shannon Oaks Hotel. Ninteen elegant Roses took to the stage. Earlier on they were interviewed and put through their paces by the three judges Kieran O Brien Aine Killelia and Ann Connolly who had no easy task in their selection. A big thank you to them for their expertise on the night.
The night began with the Roses being introduced to the audience with their handsome escorts in toe. The talent these girls displayed was a credit to themselves their families and the busisnesses they represented. While the judges went away to make their final decision the club made a donation to three local students who were going to Figi on voluntary work.
The winning Rose was Martha Gorman representing Stronges Pub. Martha now goes on to represent Portumna in the Galway heats which will take place in the Shearwater Hotel in Ballinasloe this Sat night. I have no doubt Martha will do Portumna proud and the club would like to wish her the very best.
A big thank you to our M.C. on the night Dick Ridge and also thanks to Muirne Goode for all her help herself a former Rose she had a great insight into the competition and was an inspiration to all the Roses. Thanks to Mary Lynch for all her help and to Tony Hogan and Treeny Canning for providing the music and lighting and to Keith Harris the Photographer. A special thank you to the busisness people who sponsored the Roses - Stronges, Curleys, Caislean, Cul Sports, Picture This, Supermacs, D.Lynch &sons, The Beehive, Acorn to Oak, Modena Restaurant, O Mearas, Property Partners, Retirement Village, The Ferry Inn, Camogie Club and Garry Kennys.
A special thank you to our ninteen Roses who took part because without them the night would not be possible. Thanks to all the people who supported the night and it was great to see the former Portumna Roses in attendance Ruth Smith and Olivia Mullins.
Lotto
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot worth 2800 euros. The numbers drawn were 17 18 24 26. One person matched three numbers Pauline O Donnell. She receives 100 euros. This Sat nights jackpot is worth 2900 euros. Lotto can also be purchased on line www.locallotto.ie.
Senior
Our senior team play Kinvara in Kinvara on Sat evening at 6pm.
Minor
Our minors had a convincing win over Killimor last Week in a challange in preparation for their championship which will soon take place. They have two more challange games lined up this week-end they play Pearses(Roscommon) and Micheal Cusacks.
U-12 & U-14
Our under 12 and under 14 teams will take a trip to the stadium on Sunday where they hope to meet some of their hereos when Galway play Tipperary. They will play two challange games against Liam Mellows before the game at Liam Mellows pitch. They play Sylane on Monday evening in Sylane in the Feile Shield competition.
Rose of Portumna
The club held the Rose of Portumna last Friday night in the Shannon Oaks Hotel. Ninteen elegant Roses took to the stage. Earlier on they were interviewed and put through their paces by the three judges Kieran O Brien Aine Killelia and Ann Connolly who had no easy task in their selection. A big thank you to them for their expertise on the night.
The night began with the Roses being introduced to the audience with their handsome escorts in toe. The talent these girls displayed was a credit to themselves their families and the busisnesses they represented. While the judges went away to make their final decision the club made a donation to three local students who were going to Figi on voluntary work.
The winning Rose was Martha Gorman representing Stronges Pub. Martha now goes on to represent Portumna in the Galway heats which will take place in the Shearwater Hotel in Ballinasloe this Sat night. I have no doubt Martha will do Portumna proud and the club would like to wish her the very best.
A big thank you to our M.C. on the night Dick Ridge and also thanks to Muirne Goode for all her help herself a former Rose she had a great insight into the competition and was an inspiration to all the Roses. Thanks to Mary Lynch for all her help and to Tony Hogan and Treeny Canning for providing the music and lighting and to Keith Harris the Photographer. A special thank you to the busisness people who sponsored the Roses - Stronges, Curleys, Caislean, Cul Sports, Picture This, Supermacs, D.Lynch &sons, The Beehive, Acorn to Oak, Modena Restaurant, O Mearas, Property Partners, Retirement Village, The Ferry Inn, Camogie Club and Garry Kennys.
A special thank you to our ninteen Roses who took part because without them the night would not be possible. Thanks to all the people who supported the night and it was great to see the former Portumna Roses in attendance Ruth Smith and Olivia Mullins.
18 March 2011
Lotto
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot worth 2600 euros. The numbers drawn were 4 17 18 24. Two people matched three numbers they each receive 50 euros. Lotto can also be purchased on line at www.locallotto.ie. This Sat nights lotto is worth 2700 euros.
Senior
Our senior team secured another two points in the league when they had a convincing win over Craughwell on Sat on a scoreline 4-18 0-18.
U-21
Our u21 team bowed out of the champinship after a hard fought game against Leitrim / Kilnadeema last Sunday. Leitrim were the first to score. Portumna squandered a lot of chances in the first ten minutes which in the end came back to haunt them. Martin Dolphin was the first Portumna player to get on the scoreboard with a pointed free and it was the same player who minutes later added another point from a free. With the wind against them Leitrim settled well into the game and put over five unanswered points before Portumna got their only score from play from the stick of Owen Treacy. Ger Kelly struck a long range free which was well fielded by Martin Dolphin and when he was brought to ground on the edge of the square he had nothing only goal on his mind when he stood over the free and he duly delivered. This put Portumna a point ahead going in at the interval.
With a strong wind behind them in the second half Leitrim got off to a good start and struck over four points without reply. Portumna scored three points from frees through Owen Treacy and Martin Dolphin and things began to look up when Ronan Hayes found the net after a goal mouth scramble. Portumna were just coming into the game when disaster struck a goal mouth scramble at the other end resulted in a goal. This was to end Portumna's run in the championship and they were beaten on a scoreline of 2-7 to 1-14. The difference in the two teams was that Leitrim were able to score at their ease while Portumna had to fight hard to get their scores and a point from play in the whole hour would not be worthy to win any game. A big thank you to to the management team of Johnny Keane, Garret Heagney, Eoin Lynch and Mike Dolphin for all their hard work with these bunch of lads.
Minor
The minor team play Killimor on Sunday in a challange in preparation for their forthcoming championship which will take place on 13th April.
U-14
Best of luck to the under 14 team and management when they play Loughrea in the first round of the Feile in Loughrea on Sat. Throw in 12 o clock.
Rose of Portumna
The club will host the Rose of Portumna on Friday 25th March at 8pm in the Shannon Oaks Hotel. Winner will go through to the Galway heats. This promises to be a very glamorous and great night for all the family. Tickets can be purchased from Ladies Day Cul Sports or from any committee member. Admission 10 euros.
Hurlathon
The Hurlathon for the juveniles will take place in the field on Saturday 9th April. Cards have been distributed to all the underage teams so club are asking that you make a huge effort to sell the cards.
Congratulations
Congratulations to Pierce and Caroline Treacy who had an addittion to the family recently. They are the proud parents of a baby girl.
Lotto
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot worth 2600 euros. The numbers drawn were 4 17 18 24. Two people matched three numbers they each receive 50 euros. Lotto can also be purchased on line at www.locallotto.ie. This Sat nights lotto is worth 2700 euros.
Senior
Our senior team secured another two points in the league when they had a convincing win over Craughwell on Sat on a scoreline 4-18 0-18.
U-21
Our u21 team bowed out of the champinship after a hard fought game against Leitrim / Kilnadeema last Sunday. Leitrim were the first to score. Portumna squandered a lot of chances in the first ten minutes which in the end came back to haunt them. Martin Dolphin was the first Portumna player to get on the scoreboard with a pointed free and it was the same player who minutes later added another point from a free. With the wind against them Leitrim settled well into the game and put over five unanswered points before Portumna got their only score from play from the stick of Owen Treacy. Ger Kelly struck a long range free which was well fielded by Martin Dolphin and when he was brought to ground on the edge of the square he had nothing only goal on his mind when he stood over the free and he duly delivered. This put Portumna a point ahead going in at the interval.
With a strong wind behind them in the second half Leitrim got off to a good start and struck over four points without reply. Portumna scored three points from frees through Owen Treacy and Martin Dolphin and things began to look up when Ronan Hayes found the net after a goal mouth scramble. Portumna were just coming into the game when disaster struck a goal mouth scramble at the other end resulted in a goal. This was to end Portumna's run in the championship and they were beaten on a scoreline of 2-7 to 1-14. The difference in the two teams was that Leitrim were able to score at their ease while Portumna had to fight hard to get their scores and a point from play in the whole hour would not be worthy to win any game. A big thank you to to the management team of Johnny Keane, Garret Heagney, Eoin Lynch and Mike Dolphin for all their hard work with these bunch of lads.
Minor
The minor team play Killimor on Sunday in a challange in preparation for their forthcoming championship which will take place on 13th April.
U-14
Best of luck to the under 14 team and management when they play Loughrea in the first round of the Feile in Loughrea on Sat. Throw in 12 o clock.
Rose of Portumna
The club will host the Rose of Portumna on Friday 25th March at 8pm in the Shannon Oaks Hotel. Winner will go through to the Galway heats. This promises to be a very glamorous and great night for all the family. Tickets can be purchased from Ladies Day Cul Sports or from any committee member. Admission 10 euros.
Hurlathon
The Hurlathon for the juveniles will take place in the field on Saturday 9th April. Cards have been distributed to all the underage teams so club are asking that you make a huge effort to sell the cards.
Congratulations
Congratulations to Pierce and Caroline Treacy who had an addittion to the family recently. They are the proud parents of a baby girl.
05 March 2011
Lotto
There was no winner of last Saturday nights loto jackpot worth 2400 euros. The numbers drawn were 10 14 20 21. One person matched three numbers Frank Quinn. He receives 100 euros. This sat nights jackpot is worth 2500 euros. Lotto can also be purchased on line at www.locallotto.ie.
Senior
The senior team play Loughrea at home on Sunday at 12 oclock in the first round of the league. Your support would be appreciated.
U-21s
The under 21's commence their championship campaign when they play Kilconieron in Tynagh on Sat. Last week-ends game was cancelled due to a beverament. The game is at 4pm. Your support would be appreciated.
Sympathy
There was sadness in Portumna G.A.A. circles with the news of the death of Bernie Connolly last week after an illness. Bernie was from Kinvara but this did not deter his love for the Portumna club. He was chairman of the club in 1989. He lined out at centre forward against Abbey Duniry in the intermediate final of the same year but ended up on the losing side when they were beaten on a scoreline of 2-5 to 3-6 after a replay. The club would like to convey its deepest sympathy to his wife Una and to his family and friends.
Rose of Portumna
The club are running a Rose of Portumna Competition on Friday 25th March in the Shannon Oaks Hotel at 8pm in conjunction with the Rose of Tralee. Entry forms will be issued to all business people during the week and hopefully they will come on board with our venture and support us. So ladies get the glad rags out and club will provide our charming and handsome hurlers as escorts.
Upcoming Events
Upcoming events that the club will be holding the year are as follows Texas Hold'em, Hurlathon, Golf Classic in June, Road Hurling, This is your Life, Strictly Come Dancing, Open Day Festival in August.
Lotto
There was no winner of last Saturday nights loto jackpot worth 2400 euros. The numbers drawn were 10 14 20 21. One person matched three numbers Frank Quinn. He receives 100 euros. This sat nights jackpot is worth 2500 euros. Lotto can also be purchased on line at www.locallotto.ie.
Senior
The senior team play Loughrea at home on Sunday at 12 oclock in the first round of the league. Your support would be appreciated.
U-21s
The under 21's commence their championship campaign when they play Kilconieron in Tynagh on Sat. Last week-ends game was cancelled due to a beverament. The game is at 4pm. Your support would be appreciated.
Sympathy
There was sadness in Portumna G.A.A. circles with the news of the death of Bernie Connolly last week after an illness. Bernie was from Kinvara but this did not deter his love for the Portumna club. He was chairman of the club in 1989. He lined out at centre forward against Abbey Duniry in the intermediate final of the same year but ended up on the losing side when they were beaten on a scoreline of 2-5 to 3-6 after a replay. The club would like to convey its deepest sympathy to his wife Una and to his family and friends.
Rose of Portumna
The club are running a Rose of Portumna Competition on Friday 25th March in the Shannon Oaks Hotel at 8pm in conjunction with the Rose of Tralee. Entry forms will be issued to all business people during the week and hopefully they will come on board with our venture and support us. So ladies get the glad rags out and club will provide our charming and handsome hurlers as escorts.
Upcoming Events
Upcoming events that the club will be holding the year are as follows Texas Hold'em, Hurlathon, Golf Classic in June, Road Hurling, This is your Life, Strictly Come Dancing, Open Day Festival in August.
25 February 2011
Lotto
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot worth 2300 euros. The numbers drawn were 5 6 7 23. Four people matched three numbers Micheal Ryan Sienna Fahy Niamh Lynch and Laoise Ryan. They each receive 25 euros. Next Saturday nights lotto is worth 2400 euros and will take place in Curleys. Lotto can be purchased on line at www.locallotto.ie. We encourage people from parish who are away to support the club by purchasing tickets on line.
Senior
Senior team have commenced their training in preparation for their championship which will take place end of April. They travel to Cloughjordan on Sunday for 12 o clock to play Kilruane Mc Donaghs in a challange match.
U-21s
The u21 team commence their championship campaign on Saturday in Tynagh at 2:30pm when they play Kilconieron. Your support would be appreciated.
Minor & U-16
Training for minor and u16 players will take place on Monday and Thursday at 7:30 pm.First minor championship game takes place on 13th April.
U-14
The under 14 panel have two challange games this week-end. They play Mullagh in Mullagh on Saturday at 11 o clock and are at home on Sunday to Killimor at 12 o clock. They have some serious challange games arranged over the next couple of weeks in preparation for the championship which is due to take place end of March. Galway are hosting Feile this year which will take place week-end 24-26 June and club will be hosting a team. The club are asking parents who have boys on the under 14 panel to put up children in their homes on june week-end and parents who are interested in doing so can contact juvenile Secretary Yvonne Muldoon.
Membership
Membership is now due. Players 50 euros Non - player 40 euros Student 30 euros Juvenile 20 euros Family 90 euros which includes 2 adults and children up to 16 years of age. Forms can be obtained from club Treasurer and Secretary. New members welcome. Membership cut off date 31st March.
Hurlathon
A hurlathon will take place in the G.A.A.Grounds on Saturday 9th April in which all u8 u10 u12 u14 and u16 players are invited to participate. Only members of the club will be allowed to partake.
Newsletter
The club have come together and decided to issue a newsletter weekly to inform people of the parish on the on and off activities of the club for the coming year. We would like to give people an insight into what we would like to achieve over the year both on and off the field.
Congratulations
Congratulations to one of our hurlers Ivan Muldoon on his recent engagement.
Poker Classic
The club will be holding a poker classic at end of March. Details to follow at a later date.
Lotto
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot worth 2300 euros. The numbers drawn were 5 6 7 23. Four people matched three numbers Micheal Ryan Sienna Fahy Niamh Lynch and Laoise Ryan. They each receive 25 euros. Next Saturday nights lotto is worth 2400 euros and will take place in Curleys. Lotto can be purchased on line at www.locallotto.ie. We encourage people from parish who are away to support the club by purchasing tickets on line.
Senior
Senior team have commenced their training in preparation for their championship which will take place end of April. They travel to Cloughjordan on Sunday for 12 o clock to play Kilruane Mc Donaghs in a challange match.
U-21s
The u21 team commence their championship campaign on Saturday in Tynagh at 2:30pm when they play Kilconieron. Your support would be appreciated.
Minor & U-16
Training for minor and u16 players will take place on Monday and Thursday at 7:30 pm.First minor championship game takes place on 13th April.
U-14
The under 14 panel have two challange games this week-end. They play Mullagh in Mullagh on Saturday at 11 o clock and are at home on Sunday to Killimor at 12 o clock. They have some serious challange games arranged over the next couple of weeks in preparation for the championship which is due to take place end of March. Galway are hosting Feile this year which will take place week-end 24-26 June and club will be hosting a team. The club are asking parents who have boys on the under 14 panel to put up children in their homes on june week-end and parents who are interested in doing so can contact juvenile Secretary Yvonne Muldoon.
Membership
Membership is now due. Players 50 euros Non - player 40 euros Student 30 euros Juvenile 20 euros Family 90 euros which includes 2 adults and children up to 16 years of age. Forms can be obtained from club Treasurer and Secretary. New members welcome. Membership cut off date 31st March.
Hurlathon
A hurlathon will take place in the G.A.A.Grounds on Saturday 9th April in which all u8 u10 u12 u14 and u16 players are invited to participate. Only members of the club will be allowed to partake.
Newsletter
The club have come together and decided to issue a newsletter weekly to inform people of the parish on the on and off activities of the club for the coming year. We would like to give people an insight into what we would like to achieve over the year both on and off the field.
Congratulations
Congratulations to one of our hurlers Ivan Muldoon on his recent engagement.
Poker Classic
The club will be holding a poker classic at end of March. Details to follow at a later date.
16 February 2011
Lotto
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot. The numbers drawn were 7 13 14 19. One person matched three numbers Renee Duane. She receives 100 euros. This week-ends lotto is worth 2300 euros. Also lotto can be done on line at www.locallotto.ie.
Minor
Minor training will take place on Monday night at 7:30pm. All players between the ages of 15-18 are asked to attend. Membership will be taken up on the night.
Lotto
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot. The numbers drawn were 7 13 14 19. One person matched three numbers Renee Duane. She receives 100 euros. This week-ends lotto is worth 2300 euros. Also lotto can be done on line at www.locallotto.ie.
Minor
Minor training will take place on Monday night at 7:30pm. All players between the ages of 15-18 are asked to attend. Membership will be taken up on the night.
12 February 2011
Lotto
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot dated 5th February. The numbers drawn were 17 25 27 28. Two people matched three numbers Pauline O Donnell and Iggy and Assumpta Dolan. They share 100 euros.
Lotto
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot dated 5th February. The numbers drawn were 17 25 27 28. Two people matched three numbers Pauline O Donnell and Iggy and Assumpta Dolan. They share 100 euros.
03 February 2011
Lotto
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot worth 2000 euros. The numbers drawn were 3 18 27 28. Three people matched three numbers Emma Keane Johnathan O Donnell and Johnny Keane. This week-ends lotto is worth 2100 euros. The draw will take place in Stronges and lotto group this Sat night Johnny Keane. lotto can be now done on line at www.locallotto.ie.
Senior
Senior team are back training on Friday night at 7:30pm.
U-21s
The under 21s have a challage match against Mullagh on Sat evening at 6pm in Mullagh. They have already played Kiltormer and Killimor in challange games in preparation for their championship which will take place around 20th February.
Minor
A meeting of all minor players will take place in the clubhouse on Monday night. Players aged 15-18 are asked to attend. Membership will be taken up on night U16 20 euros and Students 30 euros.
Conference
Some of the club officers will attend a conference and information seminar in the TF Royal Hotel and Theatre Castlebar on Saturday. There will be a number of guest speakers providing a wide range of topics of interest to clubs. This event will provide the opportunity for club officers to voice their opinions through a series of faciliated discussions on some of the challanges and topics which are relevant to the association at all levels.
Lotto
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot worth 2000 euros. The numbers drawn were 3 18 27 28. Three people matched three numbers Emma Keane Johnathan O Donnell and Johnny Keane. This week-ends lotto is worth 2100 euros. The draw will take place in Stronges and lotto group this Sat night Johnny Keane. lotto can be now done on line at www.locallotto.ie.
Senior
Senior team are back training on Friday night at 7:30pm.
U-21s
The under 21s have a challage match against Mullagh on Sat evening at 6pm in Mullagh. They have already played Kiltormer and Killimor in challange games in preparation for their championship which will take place around 20th February.
Minor
A meeting of all minor players will take place in the clubhouse on Monday night. Players aged 15-18 are asked to attend. Membership will be taken up on night U16 20 euros and Students 30 euros.
Conference
Some of the club officers will attend a conference and information seminar in the TF Royal Hotel and Theatre Castlebar on Saturday. There will be a number of guest speakers providing a wide range of topics of interest to clubs. This event will provide the opportunity for club officers to voice their opinions through a series of faciliated discussions on some of the challanges and topics which are relevant to the association at all levels.
27 January 2011
Lotto
There was one winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot worth 2200 euros. The lucky winner was Paddy Quinton.Three people matched three numbers Ann Scott Joe Daniels and Eugene Mc Donagh. They share 100 euros. Next week-ends lotto is worth 2000 euros. The lotto can now be played online at www.locallotto.ie.
Juvenille A.G.M.
The juvenile A.G.M. took place in the clubhouse last Friday night. The chairman Sylvie Donoghue in his address thanked all managers, selectors, parents and all who assisted with the underage teams last year. He said that all the juvenile teams competed well in their competitions with the under 16 team the most successful on reaching the county semi final. He congratulated the juveniles who represented the club at county level. He thanked the senior club for their support and assistance during the year. The chairman informed the meeting that Galway were hosting Feile this year and that Portumna would be hosting a team on the last week-end in June. He appealed to more parents to get involved as there was alot of work to be done over the next few months. He thanked the Community School and Mr Derry Long for the use of their facilities for under 8 and under 10 training. Sylvie said that the club had embarked on a ten week training programme for the U12 and U14 players at Sign Out facilities and that that he was pleased with the turn out and committment given by these players and it was agreed to continue the programme for another month. The chaiman thanked his fellow officers for all their hard work and assistance. He thanked Al Hayes the club sponsor and Victor Blake for his sponsorship of the under 10 Michael Blake Memorial tournament for the under 10 age groups. The secretary Yvonne Muldoon gave a very detailed report on the activities of the club. The election of officers and managers then took place.
Chairman: Sylvie Donoghue
Vice Chairman: Gene Mc Donagh
Secretary: Yvonne Muldoon
Asst Sec: Margaret Madden
Childrens Officer: Emma Keane
Delegate: Sylvie Donoghue
Feile Officer: Sylvie Donoghue
P.R.O.: Fiona O Meara
U8 Manager: Sean Donoghue
U10 joint Managers: Denis Mc Laughlin Tom Conneely
U12 Manager: Davey Canning
U13 Manager: Davey Canning
U14 Manager: Joe Heagney
U16 Manager: To be decided
Good Luck
The club would like to wish the best of luck to the Portumna Community school senior team next Saturday when they play Athenry in the collages semi final in Ballinasloe at 1pm.
Coaches Workshop
A wall ball workshop will take place in Killimordaly G.A.A. Club on February 2nd at 7pm. Club coaches are invited to attend and observe the benefits of this form of coaching. Coaching children and youths is the theme.
Schools Coaching Session
The national coaching director of hurling, Paudi Butler, will attend the local schools on Thursday for a coaching session. He will be in Gortanumera school from 11 to 12:30 and in Portumna school from 1pm to 3 pm.
Lotto
There was one winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot worth 2200 euros. The lucky winner was Paddy Quinton.Three people matched three numbers Ann Scott Joe Daniels and Eugene Mc Donagh. They share 100 euros. Next week-ends lotto is worth 2000 euros. The lotto can now be played online at www.locallotto.ie.
Juvenille A.G.M.
The juvenile A.G.M. took place in the clubhouse last Friday night. The chairman Sylvie Donoghue in his address thanked all managers, selectors, parents and all who assisted with the underage teams last year. He said that all the juvenile teams competed well in their competitions with the under 16 team the most successful on reaching the county semi final. He congratulated the juveniles who represented the club at county level. He thanked the senior club for their support and assistance during the year. The chairman informed the meeting that Galway were hosting Feile this year and that Portumna would be hosting a team on the last week-end in June. He appealed to more parents to get involved as there was alot of work to be done over the next few months. He thanked the Community School and Mr Derry Long for the use of their facilities for under 8 and under 10 training. Sylvie said that the club had embarked on a ten week training programme for the U12 and U14 players at Sign Out facilities and that that he was pleased with the turn out and committment given by these players and it was agreed to continue the programme for another month. The chaiman thanked his fellow officers for all their hard work and assistance. He thanked Al Hayes the club sponsor and Victor Blake for his sponsorship of the under 10 Michael Blake Memorial tournament for the under 10 age groups. The secretary Yvonne Muldoon gave a very detailed report on the activities of the club. The election of officers and managers then took place.
Chairman: Sylvie Donoghue
Vice Chairman: Gene Mc Donagh
Secretary: Yvonne Muldoon
Asst Sec: Margaret Madden
Childrens Officer: Emma Keane
Delegate: Sylvie Donoghue
Feile Officer: Sylvie Donoghue
P.R.O.: Fiona O Meara
U8 Manager: Sean Donoghue
U10 joint Managers: Denis Mc Laughlin Tom Conneely
U12 Manager: Davey Canning
U13 Manager: Davey Canning
U14 Manager: Joe Heagney
U16 Manager: To be decided
Good Luck
The club would like to wish the best of luck to the Portumna Community school senior team next Saturday when they play Athenry in the collages semi final in Ballinasloe at 1pm.
Coaches Workshop
A wall ball workshop will take place in Killimordaly G.A.A. Club on February 2nd at 7pm. Club coaches are invited to attend and observe the benefits of this form of coaching. Coaching children and youths is the theme.
Schools Coaching Session
The national coaching director of hurling, Paudi Butler, will attend the local schools on Thursday for a coaching session. He will be in Gortanumera school from 11 to 12:30 and in Portumna school from 1pm to 3 pm.
25 January 2011
Club Lotto Online
We encourage all of our ex members and community to play thePortumna GAA Club fundraising lotto. We also hope that we can all work together to promote this lotto and help get back in touch with people from Portumna, Galway who may now be living all over the world. Play the Portumna GAA fundraising lotto at www.locallotto.ie
Club Lotto Online
We encourage all of our ex members and community to play thePortumna GAA Club fundraising lotto. We also hope that we can all work together to promote this lotto and help get back in touch with people from Portumna, Galway who may now be living all over the world. Play the Portumna GAA fundraising lotto at www.locallotto.ie
18 January 2011
Lotto
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot worth 2100 euros. The numbers drawn were 6 13 22 23.There was no match threes - donation to St Dympnas and Social Services. Annual lotto is now due cost 100 euros. People who are interested in subscribing to this can do by contacting the club treasurer Celia Keane for payment options. Also club are delighted to announce that lotto is now up and running and can be purchased on line at local lotto.ie. This gives people the opportunity who are away and may not be in town over the week-end to support the club.
Membership
Membership of club is now due. Player 50 euros, Non Player 40 euros, Student 30 euros, Juvenile 20 euros, Family 90 euros which includes two adults and children under 16 years of age. New members are welcome. Forms can be obtained from club secretary or treasurer.
AGM Report
The clubs A.G.M. took place in the Shannon Oaks Hotel last Friday night. Dan Lynch the chairman thanked everyone for coming. In his address he spoke on the disappointment of losing the All Ireland final to Ballyhale but said that senior team can hold their heads high with what they have achieved over the past few years. He said even though the senior team may not have been as successful as latter years they still brought an All Ireland title to Portumna the Meteor cup for winning the All Ireland club Sevens competition. He congratulated them on their success and he thanke them for the enjoyment they brought to the club. He congratulated the Junior A team on reaching the County final but they were unfortunately beaten by a strong Gort side on the day. He thanked all the managers selectors and all those who assisted with all our adult and juvenile teams during the year. Dan said that this year he would like to see greater emphasis placed on our juvenile structure and he asked that more parents get involved as these youngsters were the future of the club.He said that every team can not be successful but it was great to see so many teams participating and competing at the different age levels. He said it showed what Portumna hurling has brought to Galway with eight of our players on the senior panel and our younger players also representing the club at county level and he said it was a great achievement.
He thanked the lotto sellars for all their support during the year -in these recessionary times it was not an easy taskbut as this was the clubs main source of finance he asked that a greater effort be put in this year and asked for committment from other people.He thanked Al and Noreen Hayes the clubs main sponsor for their continued financial supporta nd also Ronnie and Phyllis Curley for their sponsorship of our golf classic. The chairman thanked all the other people who gave donations to the club during the year. He went on to thank his fellow officers for their help and assistance during the year. Dan spoke on our new facilities and said phase one was completed and it was now time to introduce phase two. The plans were on display at the A.G.M..He informed the A.G.M. that he was stepping down this year and he wished the incoming chairman the best of luck in his new role. He wished everyone the best of luck in 2011.
The secretary Fiona O Meara gave a very comprehensive report of the on and off the field activites of the club. Celia Keane the club treasurer gave a very detailed financial report.
The following officers and managers were elected.
Presidents: Aubrey Tully, Paddy Hickey
Vice Presidents: Sean Canning, Nicholas Treacy, Jackie Gill, Brendan Murray, Gene Claffey.
Chairman: Damien Coleman
Vice Chairman: Fr Brendan Lawless
Secretary and P.R.O.: Fiona O Meara
Ass Sec: Margueriette Dolphin
Treasurer: Celia Keane
Asst Treasurer: Ollie Canning
Registrar: Micheal Ryan
Delegate: Sylvie Donoghue
Development Officer: Pat Dillon
Coaching Officer: Alan Gorman
Childrens and Insurance Officer: Emma Keane
A.S.A.P.: Steve Killeen
Players Representative: Eoin Lynch
Senior Manager: Johnny Kelly
Junior A Manager: Philip Harte
Junior B Manager: Padraig Lohan
Under 21 Manager: Johnny Keane
Minor Manager: Adrian Flaherty
Lotto
There was no winner of last Saturday nights lotto jackpot worth 2100 euros. The numbers drawn were 6 13 22 23.There was no match threes - donation to St Dympnas and Social Services. Annual lotto is now due cost 100 euros. People who are interested in subscribing to this can do by contacting the club treasurer Celia Keane for payment options. Also club are delighted to announce that lotto is now up and running and can be purchased on line at local lotto.ie. This gives people the opportunity who are away and may not be in town over the week-end to support the club.
Membership
Membership of club is now due. Player 50 euros, Non Player 40 euros, Student 30 euros, Juvenile 20 euros, Family 90 euros which includes two adults and children under 16 years of age. New members are welcome. Forms can be obtained from club secretary or treasurer.
AGM Report
The clubs A.G.M. took place in the Shannon Oaks Hotel last Friday night. Dan Lynch the chairman thanked everyone for coming. In his address he spoke on the disappointment of losing the All Ireland final to Ballyhale but said that senior team can hold their heads high with what they have achieved over the past few years. He said even though the senior team may not have been as successful as latter years they still brought an All Ireland title to Portumna the Meteor cup for winning the All Ireland club Sevens competition. He congratulated them on their success and he thanke them for the enjoyment they brought to the club. He congratulated the Junior A team on reaching the County final but they were unfortunately beaten by a strong Gort side on the day. He thanked all the managers selectors and all those who assisted with all our adult and juvenile teams during the year. Dan said that this year he would like to see greater emphasis placed on our juvenile structure and he asked that more parents get involved as these youngsters were the future of the club.He said that every team can not be successful but it was great to see so many teams participating and competing at the different age levels. He said it showed what Portumna hurling has brought to Galway with eight of our players on the senior panel and our younger players also representing the club at county level and he said it was a great achievement.
He thanked the lotto sellars for all their support during the year -in these recessionary times it was not an easy taskbut as this was the clubs main source of finance he asked that a greater effort be put in this year and asked for committment from other people.He thanked Al and Noreen Hayes the clubs main sponsor for their continued financial supporta nd also Ronnie and Phyllis Curley for their sponsorship of our golf classic. The chairman thanked all the other people who gave donations to the club during the year. He went on to thank his fellow officers for their help and assistance during the year. Dan spoke on our new facilities and said phase one was completed and it was now time to introduce phase two. The plans were on display at the A.G.M..He informed the A.G.M. that he was stepping down this year and he wished the incoming chairman the best of luck in his new role. He wished everyone the best of luck in 2011.
The secretary Fiona O Meara gave a very comprehensive report of the on and off the field activites of the club. Celia Keane the club treasurer gave a very detailed financial report.
The following officers and managers were elected.
Presidents: Aubrey Tully, Paddy Hickey
Vice Presidents: Sean Canning, Nicholas Treacy, Jackie Gill, Brendan Murray, Gene Claffey.
Chairman: Damien Coleman
Vice Chairman: Fr Brendan Lawless
Secretary and P.R.O.: Fiona O Meara
Ass Sec: Margueriette Dolphin
Treasurer: Celia Keane
Asst Treasurer: Ollie Canning
Registrar: Micheal Ryan
Delegate: Sylvie Donoghue
Development Officer: Pat Dillon
Coaching Officer: Alan Gorman
Childrens and Insurance Officer: Emma Keane
A.S.A.P.: Steve Killeen
Players Representative: Eoin Lynch
Senior Manager: Johnny Kelly
Junior A Manager: Philip Harte
Junior B Manager: Padraig Lohan
Under 21 Manager: Johnny Keane
Minor Manager: Adrian Flaherty
03 January 2011
AGM
The Portumna G.A.A. Club A.G.M. will take place in the Shannon Oaks on Sunday 9th January at 2:30pm.
AGM
The Portumna G.A.A. Club A.G.M. will take place in the Shannon Oaks on Sunday 9th January at 2:30pm.
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Club Fundraising
Portumna G.A.A Club cater for adult and juveniles in both Hurling and Gaelic football and as such provide the major source of recreation, competition and entertainment for a large proportion of our community. As such it takes a huge amount of finance to run the club to its current high standards. Having four adult and seven juvenile hurling teams, one adult and three juvenile football teams, it is very expensive to run effectively.If you would like to support the club, please contact any of the club officers: Celia Keane (087 1342148), Dan Lynch (087 6422424), Fiona O'Meara (086 3478116), or the Club Captain - Ollie Canning (087 6856012).
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Club Officers
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Secretary Fiona O'Meara (086 3478116) |
Chairman Damien Coleman |
Treasurer Celia Keane (087 1342148) |
Brief History of Portumna GAA
Portumna GAA club was founded in 1884. The first county championship won by the club was the Junior crown in 1914. The first Minor 'A' title won by the club was in 1948. Three more titles were added in 1990, 1991, and 1999, and a Minor 'B' title in 1998. This was due to the formation of a solid juvenile structure which brought many juvenile titles to the club in the eighties.Portumna won it's second Junior 'A' title in 1982 and added an intermediate title ten years later in 1992. The winning of this title paved the way for our first-ever senior title in 2003.
The club went from strength to strength after this adding another three county titles in 2005, 2007, and 2008. On all occasions the Connacht title was added to the county crowns.
The club won the Galway Senior League in 2004, 2005, 2007 and 2008. The greatest day in our long and proud history came on St. Patrick's Day in 2006 when we won our first-ever All-Ireland Senior Club title. We added our second title in 2008 and our third in 2009. Our U21 team won the 'B' title in January last giving us three titles (1984, 1990 and 2009). Our Junior 'C' team won the county title last year for the first time in the club's history. The club has also been awarded the "Best Club Under the Sun" sponsored by Etihad Airlines.
Portumna GAA Club are indebted to Al and Noreen Hayes of Al Hayes Motors, our club's main sponsor, for their continued financial support and to everyone who has supported the club down through the years.
