The Voice of Drumgoon Éire Óg 

Senior Team Scene – 2009

After an opening round victory away at a difficult Killinkere venue, our senior squad slipped  to 3 consective defeats to Cavan Gaels, Kingscourt and Killeshandra in the early part of the Division 2 league, before building a steady but creditable run of 8 back to back wins and a disputed draw against Drumalee in the League, to secure the clubs third consecutive top 3 finish in Division 2.  Once again, the club lost out on promotion to Division 1, with Killeshandra gaining 2 points from their ‘no-contest’ with the suspended Cavan Gaels, to stretch clear of Drumgoon in the promotion race.  

Drumgoon re-stated their intent in the League Semi-Final where a superb team performance secured an impressive 4 point victory over a talented Killeshandra team to set the club up for the League Final.  

Drumgoon Éire Óg Senior Team 2009 

The league final was plagued by poor weather conditions, and was eventually played on a good playing surface in O’Connell Park, Ballyconnell.  In truth, Drumgoon would need all players at ability to deal with an impressive and consistent Kingscourt team in the final.  However, notwithstanding a good opening 10 minutes, the loss of a player after 15 minutes meant that Drumgoon chased the game for long periods, and succumbed to the unbeaten Kingscourt Stars. 

The Championship showed Drumgoon at their best, in their contest with another unbeaten team, Balieborough Shamrocks.  However, defeat to Drung in the group play-off meant that Drumgoon failed to make the Quarter Finals in 2009. 

However, in a season that has witnessed  some significant personnel changes, especially in the forward line, and strong U21 performances this year, we can perhaps aspire to even better results in 2010.  
 

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Club Captain 2009 

Jim McNally, an ever-present on the Drumgoon Senior Team in 2009, as Club Captain  

Scór Competition 2009

2009 saw Drumgoon feature prominently again in the All County Scór competitions at Scór na nÓg agus Scór Sinsear categories.  

Once again, the Laurels flowed to Drumgoon in the Senior Scór competition, where Patrick Shalvey, Michael Shalvey, Ena Clerkin and Geraldine Shalvey won their Regional qualifier to take a place in the County Final, where they pushed the winners right to the tape.  Not to be out-done, the Bard of Laroween, Sean McGorry brought his own creativity to the stage in the recitation category in the regional qualifiers.  

Lá na gClub in Drumgoon

Drumgoon Éire Óg joined forces with the GAA Family worldwide on 12^th May 2009 to celebrate the 125^th Anniversary of the establishment of the Association.   

In an event packed and fun-filled day on which the rains abated and the sun shone, Boyle Park echoed to the sounds of young and old as ‘Green’ resounded to the ‘Clash of the Ash’ as both the Hurlers and Camógs took centre stage in the opening exhibition games.  

The New facility on Boyle Park doubled as the Club Museum, and hosted a photographic exhibition of Drumgoon teams and moments down the years. 

Meanwhile, Drumgoon’s active Club-School Link initiative ensured that the talents of our upcoming generation in Dernakesh would be on show, with an exhibition of Art, Creative Writing and Design going on display in the Club Rooms, overseen by Mary McMullen-Gaffney.   

Cochrane Kilometer Race on Boyle Park

The day witnessed the inaugural Cochrane Kilometer, celebrating the athletic achievements of local renowned athlete, Jim Cochrane.  The race was won by Conor Moynagh, ahead of Tommy McKitterick and Killian Moynagh.  It was preceded by a lap of honour by Jim Cochrane, typically barefoot, accompanied by An Leas Uachtarán Comhairle Uladh, Aogán Farrell. 

The event concluded with a highly entertaining game of Rounders, which saw the Ladies pitch their talents against the Gentlemen of the Club culminated in the Ladies securing the run that gave them victory in the now annual Rounders Challenge.  

To those club members, mentors and volunteers who gave so freely of their time to ensure that Lá na gClub would be a success in Drumgoon……..Thank You.   

Drumgoon Ladies – Back in the Silverware

The Drumgoon’s ladies, swept to an impressive ACFL Shield Title in 2009, in only their second year in Division 2, under the keen stewardship of Michael Murray and Adrian Crosson. 

The Drumgoon Senior Ladies who secured silverware again in 2009  

With a rich blend of youth and experience, the Drumgoon team boast County stars Siobhan McGorry at midfield, Niamh Farrell and Christine McCutcheon, with the emerging talent of Sarah McCabe, Cliona Farrell, Elaine Clerkin, Deirdre Mahon and the experience of Cora & Margaret McBride, Anita McKitterick, the Murray sisters, Doireann, Aideen & Ciara Farrell, the McDermott sisters and Theresa Clerkin.     

All Ireland and International Honours

Congratulations to Carmel and Margaret McBride, All Ireland Camogie Winners with Cavan, and special congratulations to Margaret, who was a member of the Irish Shinty team who defeated Scotland in the Autumn Celtic International. 

Minor Campaign – Div 2 Shield Title

The Minor campaign kicked into life with in January with training under the direction of Martin Clerkin.  Plagued with injuries in the opening rounds of the League, the team struggled with a young team, and the loss of Francis Mahon, Conor Moynagh, Dean Hand and Aoghan Óg Farrell to early season injuries made life difficult.  However, May saw the squad back to full fitness, and impressive performances against Sliabh Glah Gaels (Killygarry/Denn) in the semi-final, and a hosted Final against a capable Lacken Team assured the Division 2 Minor shield would spend 2009 on Boyle Park.   

2009 Minor Squad

Corey Smith, Dominic Donegan, Tommy McKitterick, Mark Murrray, Martin Fitzpatrick, Ryan Harkin, Henry Reyburn, Ronan McDonald, Francis Mahon, Paul Daly, Iain Craddock, Aogán Farrell, Conor Moynagh, Dean Hand, Dylan Bates, Patrick Smith, Francis McCabeAdrian McKitterick, Simon Boyle, Joseph Kelly, Declan Smith.

 

U16 Campaign – All the way to Breifne Park

The U16 squad set out their stall early in their league campaign, with an opening round victory over near neighbours Knockbride.  This was followed by impressive and comprehensive wins over Drumport (Drumlane/Templeport), Lavey, Cootehill, Belturbet and Shannon Gaels   with a blip against Ballinagh en route to their table topping performance in the League.

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An impressive semi-final performance once again against Drumport in Belturbet sent the team to Breifne Park to contest the County Final.  However, two goals either side of half time meant that notwithstanding a 12 point tally, the team were edged out by 2 points, on a score-line of 3:05 to 0:12  

2009 U16 Squad

Corey Smith, Dominic Donegan, Mark Murray, Aaron McCormac, Adrian McKitterick, Barry Cooney, Ryan Craddock, Iain Craddock, Conor Moynagh, Paul McMahon, Patrick Smith, Simon Boyle, Barry Harkin, Francis McCabe, Conor McGorry, Joshua Cowe, Aaron McCabe, Declan Hand 
 

Underage Boys & Girls

At underage level, Drumgoon continues to perform strongly, competing in all age categories of the All County Football League.   

Not to be out-done this season, the U14 girls graduated from last years Division 2 League title win, to contest this years Div 1 final in Breffni Park.  In a game that ebbed and flowed, Drumgoon had chances to win the honors, but on this occasion had to settle for the runner up position.  With their performances this season, this group of girls promise a bright future for ladies football in Drumgoon. 

U13 & U12 competitions                                   

At u12 level, the Drumgoon Boys and Girls, both graduated to the league Semi-final stages in Division 2, with impressive wins over Cootehill, Shercock, Killinkere, and Lavey.  Again in somewhat controversial circumstances which saw the semi final refixed and Drumgoon sent to the wrong pitch by the county Board, the team lost out narrowly to a Swanlinbar/Corlough combination.  

Cubanna na nÓg – The Young Gaels                

At development  level,  over 70 children under the age of 10 registered for the Young Gaels programme which ran to June 2009, with typically 40 children attending the Saturday training programmes, initially at Gallonray House and then on Boyle Park.  

Under the watchful supervision of coach  Mary McMullen, this eager group of Under 10’s are progressively coming to terms with the rudiments and fundamentals of the sport…..and having fun as they do. 

In November, 12 Coaches from Drumgoon qualified as Coaches in a Training Programme run by Peter Donnelly of Co. Board at Dernakesh NS.  Congratulations to C Farrell, M McMullen, A Brasil, N Shanley, P McBride, A McKitterick, D Mahon, A Crosson, B Bates, C Moynagh, M Murray, M Hannon, C Lennon.

    

Killian O’Connell Tournament  2009                    In  June,  Dernakesh  NS  once again retained  the Killian O’Connell Cup for U12 boys, defeating Knockbride in the  title event. 

The U10 competition saw an exuberant performance by Dernakesh, St Michaels, Cootehill and Knockbride, in a round-robin tournament that saw Dernakesh and the combined Knockbride Schools contest the Mary Ann Sherry Cup final, with Knockbride edging the result with fine performances all round. 

This years Killian O’Connell Shield competition was played in the Camogie Code, with a re-match of the Cumann na mBunscoil Camogie Final between Dernakesh NS and Kill NS.  In a thrilling encounter, Kill edged the result with a brace of second-half goals, to reverse the result of the County Final two weeks earlier. 

Leas Uachtaran – Comharle Uladh

Congratulations to Aoghán  Ó  Fearghail, Vice President, Ulster GAA Council  this year.  A key member of our club and community in many capacities, our club takes great pride in Nominating Aogán for the position of Uachtarán, Comhairle Uladh for the upcoming race for Uachtarán.  He continues to bring great honour to Droim Dhúin Éire Óg. 

Fund Raising                                                        Thanks to all who supported our key events in 2009.  Lá na gClub, All Ireland Ticket Draw, Concert, Night at the Dogs and Parish Auction.   

Thank you to our sellers and good luck to those who continue to support our weekly Lottery, Jackpot now over €6,400.   

Sincere thanks to our key business partners who continue to invest in our pitch-side advertising and publications, especially:  

Boyle for Men – Main Senior Club Sponsor,

McNallys Crane Hire – Main Sponsor  League Final,

Good Time Charlies- Main Sponsor to Greyhounds

K-Sheds - Main Sponsor, Parish Auction. 

Special thanks to Gallonray House for their support in hosting so many of our events.  

Player Past – Peter McNally

One of the few Drumgoon players to hold a McKenna Cup winners medal Peter McNally hails from a Footballing Dynasty in Drumgoon.  Famously, one of 6 brothers who simultaneously played for Drumgoon in the 1960’s, Peter had an illustrious club career, captaining  his club to tournament honours and playing his chosen sport at the highest level in winning Ulster/McKenna Cup honours alongside Charlie Gallagher with Cavan.   

 

Peter played with Drumgoon for nearly three Decades, before turning his attention to the whistle, and a career refereeing the game. 

Peter McNally, Club Referee 1970’s & 80’s 

Inducted into the Drumgoon Hall of Fame with Brothers John (RIP) Seamus, Frank, Eamonn and Hughie in 2009, Peter’s contribution to Drumgoon on the field stands alongside the very best.  We are proud to acknowledge his contribution here, 

County Honours                                           Drumgoon were proud to be represented on the inter-county playing fields this year by a growing number of players, notably: 

Michael Hannon           - Senior                   

Keith Fannin                 - Senior

Siobhan McGorry         - Ladies

Christine McCutcheon - Ladies

Niamh Farrell               - Ladies

Conor Moynagh           - Minor & U16

Tommy McKitterick     - U17

Ian Craddock               - U16

Margaret McBride       - Cavan Camogie

Carmel McBride           - Cavan Camogie

Ryan Craddock            - Cavan Hurling

Enda Shalvey               - Cavan Hurling

In Memorium                                                    With the passing of another year, Droim Dhúin Éire Óg said farewell to the following Club Members:  

- Brian McCann

He will be missed.

Ar dheis de, go raibh De     
 

 Comogie enters a development phase

2009 saw The Drumgoon Camogie Club enter a new era of games development, under the stewardship of Caroline Shalvey and Margaret McBride-McCabe.  The focus has been switched from Senior Games to youth development.   And under their guidance the U14 squad reached a Co. Final in their first year, while a new wave of underage players, aged 8 and upward are now undergoing regular training and coaching on Friday evenings at Boyle Park. 

We wish them well in this new wave of Camogie development in our club

All Ireland Ticket Draw Winners

In September, at an enjoyable Quiz Night, the winner of the two All Ireland Tickets and overnight in the Ripley Court Hotel, was Paul Igoe, Errigal, Cootehill, Second prize of a short break at the Four Seasons Hotel, Carilngford to aura Shalvey with third prize of a portable DVD player going to Helen O’Brien / Rosaleen Fox.  

  

Patrick Moynagh, Mike Hannon, Cavan Rose, Tara Cunningham and Aogán Farrell with Compass Mikey at the launch of the ‘Gone to the Dogs’ event in October 

The Irish Sun headlines Drumgoon Star courtesy of event organiser, Chris Craddock 

Nollaig Shona

from the Committee of

Droim Dhúin Éire Óg  
 

2009 AGM & Convention

4^th December on Boyle Park at 3pm
AGM, Chairman Patrick Moynagh, Vice-Chairman Bryan Bates,
Secretary John Joe Lennon, Asst Secretary Sabrina Shalvey,
Treasurer Breda Moynagh, Asst Treasurer Jimmy Reilly
PRO Tom Farrell, Asst PRO Patrick Mc Bride,
Camogie Officer Caroline Shalvey, Youth Officer Martin Clerkin, Scor Officer Patrick Shalvey, Irish Officer Aogan Farrell, Coaching Officer, Adrian Crosson .
Presidents, Gerry Carragher, Fr. Eddie Burns, Seamus Mc Nally,
Vice-Presidents Geoff Kettle, Patsy Boyle, Sean Fitzpatrick, Packie Keenen, Frank Mc Nally, Peter Mc Nally, Danny Mc Quillan, Jimmy Reilly