St. Michael's G.A.C
www.stmichaelsgac.com
The Website for St. Michael's G.A.C Magheralin Co. Down
Naomh Mhichil CLG, Machaire Lainne. Co. An Duin.
NOTICE BOARD (Updated 30th July 2010)
ALL-IRELAND QUARTER FINAL TICKET INFORMATION
Tickets will be handed out after the St. Michaels Vs Dromara match on Fri 30th July.
***KERRY VS DOWN*** CROKE PARK SATURDAY 31ST JULY AT 2.00PM, followed by Tyrone Vs Dublin at 4.00pm. Ticket Orders to be in by 10.00pm on Tuesday 27th July.
Next weekends All-Ireland Quarter Final will be ALL TICKET. For further details including pricing, and ordering, CLICK HERE
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St. Michael's GFC will hold their second annual Golf Classic on Friday 6th August, at the Edenmore Golf Club, Magheralin. For further information, including how to enter, prizes and Tee Off times CLICK HERE
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RETRO GAA - SUPPORTING YOUR GAA CLUB
Purchase a vintage GAA top, using the Retro GAA links on this website, and the benefits. For all purchases over £40, the club receives 15% back. For more info CLICK HERE
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MAGHERALIN MUSIC FESTIVAL
Thursday 17th June - Sunday 20th June: Including an array of local bands; Hugo Duncan; Captain Kennedy; Christy Moore Tribute; Joe Campbell; Bagatelle; and Nathan Carter.
Saturday 19th June is Fun Day for the kids including face painting, junior disco and more.
Sunday Guest Lunch: Book a table and invite ten of your family and friends. Provide your guests with cuisine of your choice who then simply make a donation. Live music and licensed bar from 1.00 till 5.00pm. Contact Paddy McKeown or Davy McCabe to make a booking.
For further information go to www.magheralinmusicfestival.com or Magheralin Music Festival Facebook Page
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LATEST FIXTURES
Sunday 13th June - Under 12s St. Michaels Vs Longstone (11.00am)
Monday 14th June - ACFL 4: Aghaderg Vs St. Michael's (7.30pm)
Latest DIV 4 table can be viewed clicking here
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MAGHERALIN MUSIC FESTIVAL - 1 WEEK TO GO
Thursday 17th June - Sunday 20th June: Including an array of local bands; Hugo Duncan; Captain Kennedy; Christy Moore Tribute; Joe Campbell; Bagatelle; and Nathan Carter.
Saturday 19th June is Fun Day for the kids including face painting, junior disco and more.
Sunday Guest Lunch: Book a table and invite ten of your family and friends. Provide your guests with cuisine of your choice who then simply make a donation. Live music and licensed bar from 1.00 till 5.00pm. Contact Paddy McKeown or Davy McCabe to make a booking.
For further information go to www.magheralinmusicfestival.com or Magheralin Music Festival Facebook Page
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UNDER-AGE UPDATE
For details on all that is happening at under age level at St. Michael's CLICK HERE, Find out information on 2010 Cul Camp, the Kelloggs Field of Dreams Initiative, calendar of events of what is happening throughout 2010, the GAA RESPECT Initiative and a report on the recently held Annaclone U10 blitz.
Images from recently held underage events such as various blitzes and sports day, can be found here. More photos to follow.
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ST. MICHAEL'S GAC NEWSLETTER NO.4
The latest edition of the St. Michael's Newsletter is now available to view on-line. This months newsletter includes details on Hogan Cup success for Eamon Lynch and also Matthew McNiece, a summary of the ACFL Div 4 to date, all the results for April and fixtures for May; the list of Duck Derby winners and news on how two of our under 12's ahd a very special day out at Croke Park. For more details CLICK HERE
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UPDATED PHOTO ALBUMS
Photo Album is now updated with images of the winners of the Duck Derby receiving their cheques, Fr. Brian receiving a cheque for the Parish Building Fund and the handover of new jersies to the Senior, Reserve and Ladies team managers.
To view the photos CLICK HERE
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2010 TEAMS
Team photos of this year's Senior, Reserve and Under 12's teams can now be viewed in the Photo Gallery
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MAGHERALIN DUCK DERBY
Top 3 winners in the Duck Derby are: Bridget Mc Crory; Paul McEvoy and Mick Armstrong. They each receive £500 each. The list of 10 x £25 winners will be published shortly. Photos of the day can be viewed here. Videos are also available by clicking here
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ST. COLMAN'S NEWRY - 2010 HOGAN CUP WINNERS
Congratulations to Eamon Lynch who was part of the successful St. Colman's team that today won the Hogan Cup Final in Croke Park. St. Colman's beat St. Brendan's, Killarney, on a scoreline of 1-18 to 3-5. The St. Michael's club will also like to take this opportunity in congratulating Matthew McNiece on this success.
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ST. MICHAEL'S GAC NEWSLETTER
The third edition of the St. Michael's newsletter is now available on-line. This months edition includes news on the lotto/100 club; the Magheralin Duck Derby; all the latest fixtures and more. CLICK HERE to view.
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CLUB NOTESFor a round up with what's happening within the club, CLICK HERE. Includes news of McRory cup success for Eamon Lynch Jnr; club representation on Down minor and Down ladies panels; 100 club and lotto; Magheralin Duck Derby; Go-Games at Croke Park; field re-development; and the launch of the club wall at Croke Park.
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UNDERAGE UPDATE
For an update on what's happening with the Under Age teams, CLICK HERE
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2010 FIXTURES
Fixtures for Senior, Reserve and Under 12 games for during 2010 can be found by clicking here
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UNDERAGE PHOTO GALLERY
Photos from the first part of 2010 can now be viewed in the photo gallery or by clicking here. These include under 10 and 12 training and also the St. Patrick's day parade in Lurgan.
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ST. MICHAEL'S GAC NEWSLETTER
The second edition of the club's newsletter is now available to view on-line. Click Here to open.
This edition includes news on the new flood lights being erected, information on underage registration times for 2010, fund raising events at the club, senior team update, the forthcoming duck race, 100 club and other stories from around the club.
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ST MICHAELS VIDEOS
A selection of videos from the 125 Parade in Newry are available to view by Clicking Here
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ST MICHAELS GOLF CLASSIC
Friday 2nd October at Edenmore. Prizes galore including hotel breaks in County Donegal and a £5000 hole-in-one challenge on the 11th hole. Refreshments available throughout the day.
Later on in the evening, starting at 9.30pm, there will be the prize giving followed by a buffet and disco - all in Edenmore Golf Club.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
***CLICK HERE TO VIEW TEE-OFF TIMES***
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UNDER 10 BLITZ
Congratulations to Bredagh on winning the cup and Carryduff in winning the shield at the inaugral St. Michael's Under10 blitz, held on Saturday 29th August 2009. Thanks also goes to the other clubs in participating and making the day a success. The clubs involved were St. Michael's; Bredagh; Carryduff; Tullylish; Annaclone; Dromara; St. Mary's Aghagallon (Antrim) and Tir na Og, Portadown (Armagh). Photos of the day can be found clicking here
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2009 CUL CAMP
Pictures of the 2009 Cul Camp can be viewed here. Thanks to Sean Toman for the photos.
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AN RIOCHT U12 TOURNAMENT
The St. Michael's Under 12's who took part in the recent An Riocht tournament
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MAGHERALIN MUSIC FESTIVAL
The committee of St. Michael's would like to thank the people of the Parish for theie support and help during the very successful Festival. Many Thanks.
Can all helpers please return T-Shirts and Bibs to committee members.
Photos of the whole weekend can now be viewed and ordered from www.mdpics.co.uk. Thanks to Michael D'Cruze for taking the photos over the weekend.
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CATHERINE AND TERESA MARSDEN AMONGST THOSE TO RECEIVE GAELTEACHT GRANTS
Down GAA County Board have presented grants to 36 recipients from the 2009 Gaeltacht Grants Scheme. The grants have been awarded to school students (who are members of the GAA in Down) attending Irish Colleges/Courses in the summer of 2009.
To read more CLICK HERE
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LA NA GCLUB 125 CELEBRATIONS
On Sunday 10th May 2009, the members of St. Michael's GAC celebrated the 125th anniversary of Cumann Luthchleas Gael with a special day organised at the club. Games were played throughout the day with both junior and senior members taking part, and all participants receiving a specially commissoned medal. An exhibition was also on display in the club, showcasing the history of GAA in the Parish of Magheralin and Kilwarlin. A special thanks goes to all those involved, participated and lent their personal possessions to the exhibition.
Photos of the day can be viewed HERE
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UNDERAGE PHOTOS
St. Michael's Under 10's that play Tullylish and others CLICK HERE
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On Sunday 3rd May, the Under 12's of St. Michael's GAC, took part in the Annaclone 125 tournament.
They exited the competiton in the quarter finals with defeat against Clann Na Banna. Photo's of the day can be viewed by clicking HERE
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O'NEILLS ACFL DIVISION 4
Ballykinler 0-08 St. Michael's 0-12 Click Here for More
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O'NEILLS ACFL DIVISION 4
St. Michael's 1-19 Aughlisnafinn 2-5 Click Here for More
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DECLAN BOYLE MEETS PRESIDENT MARY MCALEESE
On the 19th February 2009, Declan Boyle met President Mary McAleese, in Aras an Uachtrain.
To view more pictures from Declan's big day in Dublin, Click Here
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SOUTH DOWN SCOR Na nOg CLUB OF THE YEAR 2008
St. Michael's were recently awarded the most improved club
of the year at Scor Na nOG for South Down....read more
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Christmas Party and Tyrone All-Ireland Winners at St. Michael's:
Sunday 7th December was a big day for the junior members of St. Michael's, when at their Christmas Party there were guest appearences from Colm Cavanagh and Ryan Mellon - All-Ireland Senior winners with Tyrone in 2008. The two Tyrone players brought along with them the All-Ireland Senior and Minor trophies. Another special visitor was non other than Santa.
To view more images of the day check out the photo gallery or CLICK HERE
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SCOR Na nOg
Congratulations Declan Boyle. Declan recently won the recitation competition at the Down County Final and will now go on and represent the club and the county at the Ulster Semi Final being held in Glengormley on Friday 12th December 2008 at 8.00pm. Good luck Declan, the club wishes you well.
