Clann na nGael Notes

Roscommon County Draw
Want 3 chances to win thousands of Euro? There will be three draws, July, September and October. First Prize in the July and September draws is €10000 and a top prize of €25000 for the October Draw. The club must reach its quota otherwise there will be serious financial implications for the club as it has an obligation to help fundraise the county team efforts. If you are interested in a ticket for the draw or can help sell tickets for the club, Please contact Tom on 0876954382 or enter online at http://gaaroscommon.ie. Just make sure to credit Clann na nGael as your club.

Connacht Final Tickets
Tickets for forthcoming Connacht final are going on Sale on Tuesday 12th July (Only), in Monksland Community Centre 19:00 – 19:45 and Clann na nGael Clubhouse, Johnstown 20:00 – 21:30. Ticket prices are as follows: Stand €35; Sideline seating €25; Terrace €20; U-16 tickets €5 (None for covered stand). Family Tickets - Adult price + €5 per child (Must be booked by Thursday 7th July). Students and OAP’s money back at the venue with valid ID at Turnstile #1 and #18. Tickets must pre-booked now by emailing your requirements to secretary.clann.roscommon@gaa.ie or by texting your name and the number and type of tickets required to 087-6954382 or call after 6 each evening. Otherwise, tickets are sold first come first served. Tickets will be sold/distributed in the club on the evening of Tuesday 12th of July only. There will be no tickets in the club after that date. Tickets will continue to be available at the county board offices, Roscommon up until Friday the 15th.

Museum
Clann na nGael Museum committee would appreciate any interesting memorabilia that any members might have for display in the museum for the upcoming 75th celebrations. All items will be lovingly cared for and returned on request to donor. Anyone willing to contribute to the museum can contact Tony Whyte or Peader Killian.

Fund-raising Cycle
Preparations are well advanced for forthcoming cycle from Croke Park to Johnstown on Saturday 6th August. Registration for the cycle is still open and we welcome anyone willing to join in! Just contact Joe Fallon 086-8443408. Cyclists who raise €180 will receive a specially designed jersey. Anyone interested in going for a practice cycle reminded that a few cyclists depart Johnstown on Wednesday at 8pm and Sunday Morning at 10am.

75th Anniversary Celebrations
Clann na nGael GAA Club will celebrate their 75th anniversary on Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th August. The celebrations will commence in Croke Park on Saturday morning when club members depart for Johnstown on a fund-raising cycle for the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association (details below). Brendan Shine will provide the entertainment on Saturday night. Mass will be celebrated in the 3 churches on Sunday morning, followed by an afternoon of fun, games and entertainment for all the family, in and outside the clubhouse. The day will finish off will a recreation of the 1936 McCrann Cup between Clann na nGael and Caulry featuring players past and present from the club. All are welcome to join in the celebrations.

Junior B Championship
Clann na nGael 1-16 Kilbride 0-4
The Clann na nGael junior B commenced their championship campaign on Saturday evening last. Clann played some fine football and and ran out comfortable winners.
Team: Thomas Keogh, Mark Connaugthon, Emmet o Conner, Shane Gavin, Darragh Egan, Philip Goode, Cathal Kenny, James Keegan, Paul Dunning, Ian Lacey, Donal Beirne, Stephen Flynn, James McManus, Keith O'Neill, Michael Mc Manus. Subs: Darragh Glynn, Niall Shine.

Under 16 Championship
Clann na nGael 2-9 Boyle 1-5
The Clann na nGael under 16 team enjoyed the long journey home from Boyle on Sunday evening after they overcame a strong home team. Clann led from start to finish and they deserved the win.
Team: Shane Scally, Arran O'Reilly, Paddy Harney, Martin Costello, Jack Connaughton, Shane Pettit, Martin Flannery, Arran Shine, Ultan Harney, David Connaughton, Malcom O'Hanlon, Shane Lacey, Cathal Callinan, Cillian Bannon, Rian Mc Namara. Subs: Neale Conway, Cian Mc Manus, Jamie Fahy.

Into The West
The latest edition of Connacht GAA's magazine 'Into the West' has just been released. Click here to obtain your copy: http://www.connachtgaa.ie/magazine.php

Torthaí
Junior B Championship
Clann na nGael 1-16 Kilbride 0-4
Under 16 Championship
Clann na nGael 2-9 Boyle 1-5

Clár Cluichí
Tuesday 7th July
Corrib Oil Division 1 League O'Rourke Cup: Clann na nGael v Boyle in Johnstown at 8pm
Friday 8th July
Division 4 League Mid South: Clann na nGael v Kilbride in Johnstown at 8pm