Lotto: Was held on Sunday last in the social centre. There was no winner. Next weeks jackpot now stands at 6,000 euro. Numbers drawn were 2, 12, 13 and 5. Lucky dip winners were as follows: Mickey connoly, Michael Deery, Niall Duffy, Briege Ward, Kathleen Duffy, Trevor Duffy, Liam Duffy, Dylan Mc Mahon, Ann Flanagan and Marguerite Deery .

The club officers wish to apologise sincerly and unreservedly to the families and relatives of the late Dan Conlan Mullinary,of the late Packie Bannigan Lattycrum and of the late James Duffy Kilkitt . Dan ,Packie and James were inadvertently omitted from the management of the 1972/73 team who were honoured at the club annual dinner dance held on the 18th of Febuary last .Not alone were the three of them involved with the successful 1972/73 team, each of them gave decades of service in different capacities to the development of the organisation in the parish of Aughnamullen East .We trust this apology can be accepted to those concerned and we hope to set the matter to right at a future date .

Reserves: First game is on the 11th of March away to Inniskeen at 12 Noon.

Sympathy : is extended to the Courtney family on the death of Ann Courtney. Our sincere sympathies go to her husband Francis ,Son Seamus, Sisters and Brother and also to the extended family.We also sympathise with Kevin and Theresa Keenan on the death of Sean Carey, Co.Offaly ,and the McGarrell and Gilliland families on the death of Glenn McGarrell Donaghmoyne .

Well done :To the County under 21 team who have reached the final of the Shamrock Cup.Congratulations to Pete Dooney and Sean Sheridan.They play Tyrone on Wednesday the 29th of Febuary in Cloghan . [Cremartin]

Lotto: Was held on Sunday last in the social centre. There was no winner. Next weeks jackpot now stands at 6,000 euro. Numbers drawn were 2, 12, 13 and 5. Lucky dip winners were as follows: Mickey connoly, Michael Deery, Niall Duffy, Briege Ward, Kathleen Duffy, Trevor Duffy, Liam Duffy, Dylan Mc Mahon, Ann Flanagan and Marguerite Deery .

The club officers wish to apologise sincerly and unreservedly to the families and relatives of the late Dan Conlan Mullinary,of the late Packie Bannigan Lattycrum and of the late James Duffy Kilkitt . Dan ,Packie and James were inadvertently omitted from the management of the 1972/73 team who were honoured at the club annual dinner dance held on the 18th of Febuary last .Not alone were the three of them involved with the successful 1972/73 team, each of them gave decades of service in different capacities to the development of the organisation in the parish of Aughnamullen East .We trust this apology can be accepted to those concerned and we hope to set the matter to right at a future date .

Ulster League – The seniors good run in the Ulster League continued on Saturday last when they overcame Glenullin 0-7 to 0-6. On a cold blustery day it was the excellent place kicking of Keith Hill that was the difference between the teams as he accounted for 4 of our 7 seven scores from placed balls, 2 of them from 45s. This weekend we have a home fixture against Killybegs (Donegal) on Saturday @ 3.00PM in Oram.

Cairde Fág An Bealach – The Faughs fundraising drive, Cairde Fág on Bealach, is now well underway and the response thus far has been very positive. The aim of the scheme is to facilitate Faughs supporters and the local community in making a financial contribution to the St Marys Park development. There are two levels of contribution. People can commit €240 per year either as one yearly payment or a monthly payment of €20 per month. This will give the subscribers a special jacket and membership of the newly revamped lotto with major weekly prizes. Alternatively people can commit to paying €120 per year either by one yearly payment or a monthly payment of €10 per month, this will exclude membership of the new lotto. Our sellers will be contacting members in the near future; alternatively anyone interested in becoming a member can contact Club Treasurer Bob O Donnell on 087-6025027, Declan at Loughman Sports or any committee member.

Fixtures – The county board released the fixture list for all adult teams recently. First in action are our Junior C team on Sunday 4th March away to Rockcorry. The Bs begin the following weekend with a home game against Truagh. Minor games start on Tuesday 27th March with a tough trip to Clontibret and finally the senior league commences in mid-April.

Bowling Classic – The players’ bowling fundraiser was a great success on Saturday night with in excess of 30 teams entering and after some tough competition the team of Fintan McTiernan was declared as worthy winners. Many thanks to GR8 for their hosting of the event, all the sponsors and to the organising committee who put in so much time and effort to ensure the night was a success.

Winter Training Programme – The programme continues this Thursday night. U6s are in Rath na nÓg (6PM-6.50PM), U8s on the Astro-Turf (6PM-7PM) and U10 on the Astro Turf (7PM-8PM). As always new children are welcome on the night, for more details contact Brian Sherry 086 - 2334287, Keith Hanratty 086- 8225982, Ray Mc Ardle 087- 1383603.

Gaelic4Girls – The Gaelic4Girls initiative returns at the secondary school gym this Thursday evening at 7PM, the scheme is aimed at girls of 8 years of age and above. For more details contact Darren McQuillan on 086-3844055

U12 – U12 training continues every Monday night on the Secondary School Astro-turf from 6.45-8PM.

Club Website – The website is undergoing a facelift at the moment so please bear with us over the next couple of months as we attempt to make it as entertaining and informative as possible.

Lotto - There was no winner of the lotto for the week ending 13th February. The numbers drawn were 14, 21, 24, 27, one person matched three numbers to win €150: Anthony McCann, Corrygarry.

Ulster League – The seniors good run in the Ulster League continued on Saturday last when they overcame Glenullin 0-7 to 0-6. On a cold blustery day it was the excellent place kicking of Keith Hill that was the difference between the teams as he accounted for 4 of our 7 seven scores from placed balls, 2 of them from 45s. This weekend we have a home fixture against Killybegs (Donegal) on Saturday @ 3.00PM in Oram.

Cairde Fág An Bealach – The Faughs fundraising drive, Cairde Fág on Bealach, is now well underway and the response thus far has been very positive. The aim of the scheme is to facilitate Faughs supporters and the local community in making a financial contribution to the St Marys Park development. There are two levels of contribution. People can commit €240 per year either as one yearly payment or a monthly payment of €20 per month. This will give the subscribers a special jacket and membership of the newly revamped lotto with major weekly prizes. Alternatively people can commit to paying €120 per year either by one yearly payment or a monthly payment of €10 per month, this will exclude membership of the new lotto. Our sellers will be contacting members in the near future; alternatively anyone interested in becoming a member can contact Club Treasurer Bob O Donnell on 087-6025027, Declan at Loughman Sports or any committee member.

Bord Gáis Energy National Ladies Football League Round 3

Meath 0-08

Monaghan 1-08

Meath travelled to Tyholland in Monaghan  yesterday (Sunday 19th) to take on last year's All Ireland finalists in round three of the National League. Monaghan last year knocked out the Royals out of contention for silverware in the 2011 All Ireland Quarter Final.

It was the home team  who came out of the starting blocks first and notched up 1-02 before Meath made their first score . Monaghan corner forward Caoimhe Mohan got Monaghan  off to a good start with a point in the second minute. All Star forward Ciara McAnespie doubled Monaghan's advantage in the sixth minute. The Meath defence really struggled to cope with the pace of the Monaghan forwards in the opening period. Good teamwork from wing forwards Theresa McNally and Cora Courtney opened the Royal defence and when Irene Munnelly came off her line Caoimhe Mohan took her chance to lob the ball into the left corner on ten minutes. This set back seemed to shock Meath into action as they began attacking in droves. The midfield partnership of Fiona Mahon and Shauna Bennett worked doggedly and the Meath forwards ran every inch of grass in pursuit of the ball. Katie O'Brien got Meath onto the scoreboard from a converted free from a difficult angle in the 12th min.

Scores were proving hard to come by on both sides as both defences were on top of their game. Mohan added to her tally on 18 mins, but it was clear that Meath were getting the better of their markers and were retaining possession a little easier than earlier in the game. After some difficult attacks that fell short, Mary Sheridan kicked a high long range point on 21 mins and this unleashed the Meath forwards. On the resumption, super running from Emma Troy combined with Kate Byrne saw the Duleek-Bellewstown player point on her first senior inter-county match. It was all Meath traffic at this point, with Aoife Thompson also getting in on the action on 24 mins, swiftly followed by Meath captain Katie O'Brien on 25 mins who also pointed with ease to leave Meath behind by just one point. With Meath moving the ball well it was only a matter of time before they drew level - and on 27 mins after another swarming attack Kate Byrne was fouled, and Katie O'Brien made no mistake with the free to level the match - Meath 0-06, Monaghan 1-03. It was Monaghan however who got the last score of the half, when after 12 mins of no scoring Ciara McAnespie sent Monaghan in at the break just one point up. The half time whistle blew to the relief possibly of both sides - Meath 0-06, Monaghan 1-04.

Substitute and 2011 All Star Niamh Kindlon doubled Monaghan's advantage on 35 mins, but this half was much tighter. The game was played in a narrow manner with neither team willing to give up. Cathriona McConnell pulled the Farney County clear on 36 mins and sent Meath chasing a three point lead. Vivienne McCormack who had made darting runs all afternoon pointed her first on 37 mins while Monaghan missed some chances at the other end. A short kick out by Munnelly to Jenny Rispin on 45 mins and McConnell picked up the loose ball and placed it firmly over the black spot. The Meath defence were not to be outdone so easy and Aedin Murray pushed her team on, creating attacking opportunities. The Navan O'Mahonys player has really made the full back position her own, tackling some of the country's top players.

Today was no different as she closely marked Ciara McAnespie, keeping the 2011 All Star to just two points. While further Meath attacks came to nothing, they never gave up and were rewarded on 50 mins when McCormack doubled her tally for the match bringing Meath's defecit down to just two points. While Meath supporters were hoping for a miracle, Meath ran out of time. There was just time for one more Monaghan point which came in the form of a Theresa McNally free to put just three points between the teams. Later efforts were all spurned wide after solid Meath pressure. It finished in Tyholland with Monaghan the happier, but only just, Meath 0-08, Monaghan 1-08.

All in all it was a solid Meath performance. Handling errors cost the Meath side dearly at times and this is something manager Paula Cunningham will want to work at in training, but they defended really well, and attacked when given the chance. They were positive in their approach and this attitude will surely save them well for the rest of the League. In Katie O'Brien, they have a very hard-working captain who gives her all for the cause and is a terrific role model for the younger newer members of the panel. Best for Meath on the day were Aedin Murray, Emma Troy, Fiona Mahon, Katie O'Brien and Vivienne McCormack.

The National League takes a break next weekend. Attention turns to last year's Under 19 Division One Final between Boardsmill and Oldcastle. This match is fixed for Saturday 25th but time and venue is still to be announced. Division One and Two League relegation finals also take place. Blackhall Gaels and Duleek-Bellewstown will compete to save themselves for relegation in Division One while in Division Two Dee Rangers will want to defeat Summerhill to maintain their recent good form. Up next for the Meath Ladies is a home tie against All Ireland Champions Cork on Sunday 4th March where their work will be most definitely cut out for them.

The Meath Ladies County Board would like to congratulate Katie O'Brien on her appointment as Meath Ladies Captain for 2012, and also to Mary Sheridan and Jenny Rispin who have been appointed as joint Vice-Captains.

Meath Team & Scorers: Irene Munnelly, Hazel Dennedy, Aedin Murray, Orla Sheridan, Emma Troy, Eileen Rahill, Kellie Allen, Shauna Bennett, Fiona Mahon, Mary Sheridan (0-01), Katie O'Brien (0-03, 2F, Capt.), Vivienne McCormack (0-02), Jenny Rispin, Aoife Thompson (0-01), Kate Byrne (0-01).

Subs: Laura Dempsey for Byrne (45 mins), Colleen Jordan for Thompson (52 mins).

Monaghan Team & Scorers: Fiona Callan, Joanne Courtney, Sharon Courtney, Christina Reilly, Grainne McNally, Laura McEnaney, Aoife McAnespie, Nicola Fahy, Eileen McKenna, Theresa McNally (0-01), Cathriona McConnell (0-02), Cora Courtney, Ciara McAnespie (0-02), Ellen McCarron, Caoimhe Mohan (1-02).

Sub: Niamh Kindlon (0-01) for McCarron.

Meath travelled to Tyholland in Monaghan  yesterday (Sunday 19th) to take on last year's All Ireland finalists in round three of the National League. Monaghan last year knocked out the Royals out of contention for silverware in the 2011 All Ireland Quarter Final.

It was the home team  who came out of the starting blocks first and notched up 1-02 before Meath made their first score . Monaghan corner forward Caoimhe Mohan got Monaghan  off to a good start with a point in the second minute. All Star forward Ciara McAnespie doubled Monaghan's advantage in the sixth minute. The Meath defence really struggled to cope with the pace of the Monaghan forwards in the opening period. Good teamwork from wing forwards Theresa McNally and Cora Courtney opened the Royal defence and when Irene Munnelly came off her line Caoimhe Mohan took her chance to lob the ball into the left corner on ten minutes. This set back seemed to shock Meath into action as they began attacking in droves. The midfield partnership of Fiona Mahon and Shauna Bennett worked doggedly and the Meath forwards ran every inch of grass in pursuit of the ball. Katie O'Brien got Meath onto the scoreboard from a converted free from a difficult angle in the 12th min.

The only Academy team in action last weekend were the Academy Girls. They took on Drumkill in an action packed match which saw goals from both team's, but it was Blayney who came out on top defeating Drumkill. Well done to theses talented young girls who are taking the league by storm.The Senior team had a weekend off but with only four league matches left there will be no more breaks until the season ends. This Saturday (18th) they take on Bailie Youths in Gortakeegan at 5:00pm and the following Saturday (25th) they travel to Clara Lane to face Cootehill Harps at 3:00pm. Training continues for all the Academy teams as usual and any child who wishes to join any of the underage team's is more than welcome. See the rota below to find out the training times and schedule. Best wishes to Ray who is currenlty out injured for the Senior team and will miss the rest of the season. You can find out more about the club and upcomming events on facebook Blayney Academy FC and you can see the mens results and fixtues on RTE teletext 448.

Training

Girls Saturday at 2.30 on the iontas astro,

U8/ U10/ U12 Saturday at 2:30 on the iontas astro

U14/15 Monday at 6.00 on the iontas astro

Men and U-18's Tuesday at 7:30 and Friday at 7:30 on the iontas astro

Anyone wishing to join or would like their child to join Blayney Academy Please contact Barry on 0868377001 or Garry on 0863902900

You can also contact them for further information or sponsorship opportunities