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14 May 2024

Football
Our seniors came away empty-handed on Saturday evening following their trip in Towney in the league. Kilcar raised their first white flag five minutes in and from that point on they were never headed. They kept the score board ticking over steadily in the first half, with Aodh Ruadh working hard to stay on their tails. By the break Aodh Ruadh were still in touch, with the hosts nursing a three point lead, 0-7 to 0-4. A Kilcar goal shortly after the resumption gave Ballyshannon something of a mountain to climb though. It didn't get much better over the course of the second half, but a late rally of 1-2 in the final five minutes of the game put a bit of a better complexion on the final score line as it finished Kilcar 1-15 Aodh Ruadh 1-9. Aodh Ruadh will look to get back to winning ways this Sunday when Naomh Columba come to Father Tierney Park. The reserve game gets the action under way at 1.30pm, followed by the seniors at 3pm.

Our minors hosted near neighbours Donegal town on Monday evening in the latest round of the league and finished second best on the night. Four Masters started the game with six unanswered points over the course of the first ten minutes before Eoin Cassidy opened Aodh Ruadh's account with a free following a foul on Barry Campbell. After that the visitor's continued to build their tally, adding a further 1-5, the goal coming in the 28th minute, to take a sizeable cushion in at the break. The second half started in more promising fashion for the homesters with an opportunist point from Oran Gillespie. Donegal town answered that immediately though. MJ Ward slotted a point after fielding a great pass in for the next score in reply. Ward then profited from another quality long ball in on the 38th minute and won a free which Eoin Cassidy converted from 20 metres to make it 0-4 to 1-12. Four Masters responded well though, coming back with 1-2 in reply over the next 18 minutes. The Ballyshannon lads good work did get some reward in the closing stages, with a slick Donagh Kelly lay off releasing Eoin Cassidy to nip through and place past the Four Masters keeper. Cassidy followed that up a minute later with a lovely lofted effort. The last say of the game went the way of Four Masters though as they netted with the last kick of the tie to see the final score board reading Aodh Ruadh 1-5 Four Masters 3-15. Liam Doogan was brilliant throughout in an overworked Aodh Ruadh defence, with Morgan McNamee, Johnny Lin and Caolan McCauley putting in honest efforts too. Further out the pitch Ted O'Donnell and Eoin Cassidy contributed well. Second half subs MJ Ward and Garreth Brennan both made a major impact on their introduction. Aodh Ruadh finish second in the group now and await confirmation of their opposition in the next round of fixtures.

The under 16 boys will play Erne Gaels in a challenge match on Friday at 6pm in Father Tierney Park. All players should be up at the Park for 5pm. Their next league fixture is set for next Monday in Father Tierney Park against Milford, throw-in at 7.30pm.

Aodh Ruadh made the trip down to Burt for the Division 2 Féile finals on Saturday. It was a hot day and the round robin stage of four matches were energy sapping for all concerned. The Ernesiders took on a strong, physical Termon side in their first game, but early quick-fire goals from MJ Ward and Callum Dorrian gave Aodh Ruadh a cushion on the score board they were able to retain to the final whistle. After a comfortable win over hosts, Burt, Ballyshannon took on a well-drilled Saint Michael's side in what was to prove a low-scoring game. Aodh Ruadh got the better of the tactical battle to edge the result 1-3 to 0-5, MJ Ward netting the goal. The last match saw Aodh Ruadh facing Muff, with the Inishowen lads winning well. That set up a final show-down against the Naomh Pádraig boys. With tired bodies on both sides scores were at a premium in the decider. MJ Ward and Callum Dorrian hit a goal and a point respectively in the first quarter to head to the break leading by 1-1 to 0-1. Muff got a point on the resumption, but Aodh Ruadh did a magnificent job of battening down the hatches and clinched the Féile title with a two point victory. The team are into Ulster now with fixture details and opposition to be confirmed. Congratulations to all the players and coaches on a great and hard-won success.

This week both our under 14 teams are in Southern Board League action. The Group 2 team are in Father Tierney Park where Naomh Columba will be the guests, while the Group 3 team make the trip to Pearse Memorial Park to tackle Ardara. Both games will throw-in at 7.15pm.

The under 10s had a free weekend with no games. Training continues on Tuesday evening at Coláiste Cholmcille from 7pm to 8pm and on Saturday morning from 10am to 11am at the top pitch in Páirc Aoidh Ruaidh.

Our under 8s made the short trip across the county boundaries to Garrison where they took on Devenish. The weather was sensational and the boys enjoyed their matches and each of them played very well, thanks as always to the parents for travelling.

Best of luck to Barry Ward's Donegal minors who take on Armagh in the Ulster semi-final on Saturday, 18th May. The game is in Father Tierney Park at 12 noon, so obviously we'd urge a big local support to get up to the Park and get behind the team.

Ladies
Our Division 1 ladies were in Annagry on Sunday morning for their latest league outing. It marked a return to winning ways as the side consolidated their second spot in the table with a 3-13 to 1-3 victory. The first half was tense and hard fought between two committed sides, with Aodh Ruadh just about having the better of it. First point of the day went to Terri Gallagher who was in champagne form for this one. She followed up that opener with a lovely goal after Shauna Dolan battled her way in along the endline and slipped across the small square for Gallagher to goal. Dolan followed up with a free and when Cadhla Dolan sent over from play 16 minutes in Aodh Ruadh had built up a 1-3 to 0-2 lead. The second quarter saw defences on top and Aodh Ruadh could only register further points from Cadhla Dolan, Shauna Dolan and a great long-range effort from Cáit Gillespie as the sides went in with the Shamettes ahead by 1-6 to 0-3. The second half saw Aodh Ruadh go up a gear, with Cáit Gillespie setting the early tempo with a quick point. Shauna Dolan added a fantastic tricky free before repeating the dose a minute later when the outstanding Andrea Moore was upended for another dead ball conversion. The 38th minute saw Aodh Ruadh crafting the move of the game with Sara Gallagher, Cáit Gillespie and Shauna Dolan all combining to set up Andrea Moore to find the net. Gillespie added a point before Naomh Mhuire raided for their sole score of the second half, a 51st minute goal. The Ernesiders continued to pick off their scores though, with Caitlin Gallagher coming on to bag 1-1, Sara Gallagher raiding up from the back to send over a typically classy effort and Shauna Dolan wrapping up a fine contribution with her first score from play. A convincing win for the Ernesiders with strong displays all over the pitch. Rebecca McLaughlin, Anna Rafferty and Roisin McGloin all shone in a defence which had plenty to contend with over the 60 minutes. Aoibhinn McGarrigle, one of the side's most consistent players this year, had a ten out of ten display in the middle of the pitch, while the teak tough Andrea Moore supplied great support. Up front Terri Gallagher led by example with her work on and off the ball.

There is a break in league action this coming weekend for the Ulster final. After that our Division 1 team will be entertaining Naomh Conaill in Father Tierney Park on Sunday 26th May. Our Division 3 side will also be back in action that day with the short trip up the N15 to face Four Masters. Throw-in for both games will be at 10.30am.

The under 14 girls were out on Thursday evening against Derrygonnelly in Canon Maguire Park for their first challenge game of the year. Everyone put in great intensity and showed well on the evening..

Aodh Ruadh will be taking part in the under 15 county finals this Saturday, with times and venues to be confirmed closer to the time. Also qualified for the finals alongside Ballyshannon are Saint Eunan's, Termon, Four Masters, Naomh Columba, Dungloe, Gaeil Fhánada and Moville.

Under 6 girls training starts this Tuesday, 14th May. The session will run from 6pm to 6.45 at Coláiste Cholmcille. Football is a great sporting and social outlet for young girls, so why not have your youngster come up and give it a go? They will be made very welcome by our experienced coaches and mentors.

Best of luck to Caoimhe Keon and the Donegal senior ladies as they take on Armagh in the Ulster final in Saint Tiernach's Park this Sunday at 3.30pm. Well done to Faye Gillespie and the county under 14s who defeated Longford in the All-Ireland Silver Series quarter-final by 2-10 to 1-11. The team now play Clare in the All-Ireland semi-final on Saturday 25th May.

Hurling
Our senior hurlers were in Dungloe on Friday for their latest outing in the Senior Hurling League. It was to prove a fruitless trip for the Ernesiders with the Gaeltacht men prevailing on a scoreline of 6-15 to 1-8. The team have a break this weekend before a rare home fixture on Friday 24th May, Carndonagh due to the make the trip down to Father Tierney Park.

Minor training continues on Tuesday and Thursday.

The under 16s are back in action this week with a round 4 league clash against Setanta at the Cross on Thursday. Then on Sunday they will be competing in the Táin Óg finals. The team won all of their group stage matches and are heading into the finals topping division 1. Venue and opponents are yet to be confirmed but it's destined to be a tough affair. The very best of luck to mentors, Paul Sheridan, Mark Sheerin and all the lads.

The under 12 panel have no match this week as Thursday 16th May will see the 2024 County Skills Day taking place in Convoy. Players born in 2012 are invited to attend to participate with places for the National Event Day in Croke Park in June to be won.

Our under 8 and under 10 boys had an early start on Sunday morning with their Go Games fixture against Four Masters. We had plenty of hurling for the boys even with some sleepy heads (parents and coaches, not the players!) after the communions on Saturday. They boys had a 10am start to make sure they had plenty of time for anyone going to Clones. Training continues on Sundays at 11.45am.

The county minors were disappointed to have lost out on an All-Ireland semi-final place when they met Roscommon in Athleague last Saturday. The team dominated for the first half and were ahead by a goal and two points at the half time break. However, it was Roscommon who took control in the second half and eventually won out by four points. The team had a fantastic season, winning all their round games and topping their group. Our thanks are extended to coach Daithi Roberts and all the back room team for all their time and efforts. Congratulations to all the Aodh Ruadh players who lined out in the green and gold over the season. It was great to see such a large Aodh Ruadh representation and there's no doubt these lads will be back at it again next year. Well done to Corey Sheridan, Joe Gibbions, Shay Winters, Daithi Sheerin, Liam Doogan, Johnny Lin, Sean Maguire, Lennon Canny, Rory Cullen and Antóin O’Loughlin.

Off the pitch
The club supported some great charity initiatives over the past week. First up was the 32 32 32 challenge on Friday afternoon. Brian Kelly, Eoghan Diffley, Emmet Burke, Ciaran McManus, and Conor Murphy were in Ballyshannon as part of their mission to kick points in all 32 counties of Ireland, visiting a different club pitch in each county. The group are raising funds and awareness for Motor Neurone Disease. They met up with some club members on Friday and had great craic as they raised funds for this super cause. You can check on the gallery of the visit on aodhruadh.org, you can also contribute to this cause on GoFundMe.

The following morning saw Darkness Into Light taking place on Rougey with a significant contribution by Aodh Ruadh volunteers to what was a very special and enjoyable fundraiser. Again, you can still make contributions to this cause online at darknessintolight.ie.

Scór Sinsear
Well done to our Tráth na gCeist team of Paddy Kelly, Sylvester Maguire, Eamonn Martin Maguire and John Hughes who finished a very creditable seventh at the Scór Sinsear All-Ireland finals in Killarney on Saturday. The questions were challenging for all concerned, and Aodh Ruadh put in a good display to finish just five points off the top three.

Ballyshannon Bingo
Well done to Caroline Finnerty on landing the €250 jackpot last Tuesday, 7th May. The €1,000 Spring Snowball rolls to 56 numbers this week, with Mary Reynolds taking the €100 house prize. The other house winners were Mark Newell, Yvonne Patton, Gerard Cullen, Patsy Quinn along with Marie Ward and Geraldine Kane sharing three ways, David Percival, Sarah Brady and Mark Newell. The line winners were Anne O'Reilly, Michael Keating, David Percival, Marion Deacon, Kathleen Fallon, Mary Donagher, Connie Clancy, Aine McManus, Anthony Mulhern and Maura Nolan with Maura also taking the €50 double line. The Stand-Up game prize of €135 was won by Chloe Kane. Our free books were won by Geraldine Kane and Antionette McKinney. We play for €2,800 again this week with the €1,000 Snowball, €500 Jackpot and €300 Lucky Numbers game all up for grabs. Usual time of 8.30pm Tuesday, door open at 7.45pm. It's going to be another evening of great craic and big prizes, so bring a friend!

Last modified: Tuesday, 14 May 2024 at 1:08am

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