The Division 1 team had a tough assignment on Friday evening against a full strength Garrycastle side. Down by 1-08 to 0-06 at half time, it didn’t get any better in the second half with this group suffering their first loss of the league on a final score of Garrycastle 2-13 The Downs 0-11

Division 3 had a better outcome when they took on Kilbeggan on Saturday evening at home. Dan O’Callaghan was the hero of the night, kicking a long range 2 pointer to confirm the win. A superb win for the Division 3 side. Final score Kilbeggan 1-22 The Downs 2-20. 

The two U16 squads were in action this week in Div 1 and Div 5. Both took on St. Lomans at home with neither team coming out the right side. The Div 5 side were beaten whereas the Div 1 team took a share of the spoils. 

Our U16 girls bounced back to winning ways this week with a comprehensive win at home to Ballycomoyle on Tuesday evening last.

U14 Div 4 lost by a point on Sunday evening in a tightly contested game v Clann Gaels. The visitors were a point to the good at the break. The Downs girls fought their way back to lead by 4 mid way through the 2nd half however Clann Gaels hit the net twice in succession to take the game by the narrowest of margins. Final Score Na Dúnta 4-8 Clann Gaels 5-6.

The Downs were well represented at the Scór Sinsir All Ireland final this Saturday in Castlebar with Gráinne Ní Dhomhnaill taking part in  amhránaíocht aonair and Shane Murray ,Cian Colgan Pat Leavy, Darren Nolan, Sophie Casey, Orlaith Murray, Ursula Carley and  Andrea Coleman representing Na Dúnta in the Rince Seit. Despite fantastic performances in both events, it wasn't to be for Na Dúnta this year. Huge congratulations go to them and their mentors for representing the club, county and province with pride on the day.

The Downs Ladies LGFA are having a fundraiser on Saturday May 2nd in the clubhouse. A night of music and bingo and guaranteed fun on the night. Kicking off at 8 pm with entry fee of €20. Please see our social media platforms to purchase tickets.

Sympathy

We send our sincere condolences to the extended Loran Family aswell as Milltownpass GAA club on the sad passing of Damien Loran earlier this week. 

Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Plenty of bargains to be got in the club shop over the next few weeks. Please contact Carmel on 0879496347 for any inquiries. 

The Bingo Jackpot has reached a whopping 9500. Why not join us on Friday night when you could be in with a chance of the massive prize of 9500 euro!! Please keep an eye on our Social Media platforms for updates to Bingo continues. All new members welcome.

We will continue to live stream our Lotto draw via our Facebook page for the foreseeable future. Tune in at 9-30 on each Monday night to catch the draw.

1.Add a discounted bundle to your Downs GAA club membership by clicking here.
2.Play online at our website www.thedownsgaa.com
3. Play online at Clubzapp http://bit.ly/3ItlksQ
4. Contact your regular draw collector for your area or any Committee member who will enter
your numbers on to our Perma Book which is retained at the club.
5. Send a cheque for €100 to club secretary Tommy Kelly, Coralstown, Mullingar (one year’s
subscription).
6. Or scan here:

Thanks to our supporters for their loyal commitment to our Fundraising Draw and to those new players who have signed up online and in hard copy.

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