St. Michael's G.A.C
www.stmichaelsgac.com

Naomh Mhichil CLG, Machaire Lainne.  Co. An Duin.  

www.stmichaelsgac.com

            

NOTICE BOARD (Updated 23rd January 2012)

YOUTH PRESENTATION NIGHT

The St. Michael's Youth Presentation Night is taking place this coming Friday (27th January) at 7.30pm in the Derryhirk Inn. Everyone is welcome to come along.

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SENIOR SCOR

The club are seeking members to take part in this years Senior Scor competitions, South Down heats will be held on either Friday 27th or Sunday 29th January, with venues, times etc. still to be confirmed.

So if you fancy representing the club in the quiz, recitation, solo singing, ballad groups, novelty act, set or ceilidh dancing, or part of an instrumental group then contact Thomas Hamill on 07901 815234

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CHRISTMAS QUIZ

 

Congratulations to "Alpine Lodge" (Damien, Lynne and Roisin Catney and Davey McCabe on winning the Christmas Quiz in a close run contest and only decided in the final round. 

The winners are seen receiving their trophy from Quiz Master Thomas Hamill and his little elf helper - Pat McDade.

 

 

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CLUB NEWSLETTER

The latest club newsletter has just been published.  To have a good read at what has been happening over the past monthat St. Michael's CLICK HERE.  This months edition includes a round up of recently held pantomine, presentation night and a focus on committee member Fearghal Laverty, who in his first year at refereeing has been named South Down Referee of the Year.  CLICK HERE FOR NEWSLETTERS

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PHOTO GALLERY UPDATED

Please go and visit the photo gallery and see all the latest going's on from around the club including the recent dinner dance and presentation night; childrens halloween party; and Ladies Football action from earlier in the year.  CLICK HERE FOR PHOTO GALLERY

    

    

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CHRISTMAS QUIZ

A Christmas Special Quiz will take place on Friday 16th December at Byrne's Bar, starting at 8.30pm.  Please come along.

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SENIOR TEAM MANAGER - REQUIRED

A team manager is required for the St. Michael's Senior Team.

If anyone is interested, please contact Thomas Hamill - t.hamill@ymail.com  or any other committee member.

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OLDER NEWS

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CLEAN-UP DAY

A clean up day is being organised at the hall on Saturday 3rd December.  If anyone is free and can give up an hour or two, that would be appreciated.  Please come along at 11.00.

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ST. MICHAELS CUL CAMP

St Michaels GAC Magheralin. Cul Camp Week  8-12 Aug 2011

Additional end of week Camp night  Fri 12 Aug  from 7.00 pm to Sat morning.

End this week of events with an over night camp.

Bring your tent, food and suitable clothing,for a night of fun for all the family.

 Activities include fun and games, indoor film night and end of evening camp

 fire with music and songs.

 Children to be accompanied all night by a parent or guardian, 

Bring your bbq packs and we provide equipment for cooking, or simply

come along with popcorn and lemonade for film night.

 Breakfast provided  Sat morning, 

 Price,  Included in cost for Cul Camp members.

 Non Cul Camp members   £2.00 per person.

Please confirm attendance with youth coaches or committee members. 

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MAGHERALIN MUSIC FESTIVAL 2011- WORKERS MEETING

A meeting for all voluntary festival staff will be held in Magheralin Parish Hall after 11:00 am mass on Sunday 12th June 2011. We would like as many volunteers as possible to share the workload.

Tickets are available after every weekend mass in Kilwarlin and Magheralin from now to festival dates. Tickets can also be obtained from committee members John Hamill, Brian McCabe, Eddie Mulgrew, Davy McCabe and Paddy McKeown. Tickets will guarantee entry and fast track into marquee on both Friday and Saturday nights as big crowds are expected.  

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MAGHERALIN DUCK DERBY - WINNER'S PHOTOS

 

Photos of the winners of the recently held Duck Derby can now be viewed in the photo gallery, clicking here

 

 

 

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LATEST NEWSLETTER

The latest edition of the club newsletter can now be viewed in the newsletter section or by clicking here. 

To view May's newsletter click here

 

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MMF 2011

   

www.armarquees.co.uk

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LATEST NEWS

Latest tables for the u12's, Reserves and Seniors can be VIEWED HERE

2011 Reserve and Junior Championship Draws can be VIEWED HERE

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LADIES RULE CHANGE

The flowing rule changes should be noted by all Clubs, Teams, Referees and Match Officials.

Amendment to Rule 496 at Congress 2011 as per below :

Rule 496

      For the kick out from goal after a wide in all competitions the ball may be kicked from the hands or off the ground, from the thirteen metre line.  All players shall be at least thirteen metres from the ball until it is kicked.

      The ball must cross the twenty metre line, before being played by another player.

      Where another player offends, a free shall be awarded to the opposing team on the twenty metre line opposite, to where the foul occurred.

Rule 499

      After a score, the Kick Out shall be taken from the 20 metre line in front of the goalposts. 

      All players shall be at least thirteen metres from the ball until it is kicked.

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DUCK DERBY ROUND-UP

A big thanks all who sponsored a duck, helped sell the ducks, helped on the day with the race. To all who made sandwiches supplied buns and biscuits. Faulkner Small for permitting access to his land. Everyone who helped out serving tea and sandwiches after the race and to Joe and Eddie Lavery for playing music and entertaining us. Thanks to everyone who helped out in anyway.

The £500 winners as follows; Imelia Lavery of Moira, Kerry and Maria Lavery of Magheralin and Baby Mark Kelly of Moira

 

The consolation £25 winners as follows; Sean Downey, Jimmy Furphy, Joe Furphy, Eilish McKee, Jennifer McAreavey, Eimear and Cara Green, Grainne Coll, Kevin and Tara Lavery, Kathleen Oliver and finally Anthony Kelly.

 

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LATEST CLUB PHOTOS

Magheralin Duck Race

    

Reserves Vs Newry Shamrocks

    

These and more photos can be viewed in the Photo Gallery or by Clicking Here

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RESERVE ACTION VS AGHADERG

    

   

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MAGHERALIN DUCK DERBY

Taking place, this Sunday, 15th May.  Ducks are still available.  For further details CLICK HERE

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LATEST NEWSLETTER

The latest edition of the club newsletter can now be viewed in the newsletter section or by clicking here. 

To view April's newsletter click here

 

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MAGHERALIN MUSIC FESTIVAL

 

 

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FIXTURES

 

Fixtures for ACFL Division 4 and the South Down leagues and tournaments can now be viewed clicking here.

 

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SPONSORED WALK

A big thank you to all those who participated in the Sponsored Walk around Craigavon Lakes on Sunday 30th January. Many members of the club, old and young, took part in this very enjoyable day and it was great to see the club colours of red and white walk en masse around the lakes.

Thanks to all who made the day a success.

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CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations to Tara McDade on her inclusion in the Down under 14 ladies panel for 2011.

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LATEST NEWSLETTER

The latest edition of the club newsletter can now be viewed in the newsletter section or by clicking here.  This months edition includes details on the forthcoming Club Registration day, and planned fundraising events for 2011.  Also included is details of the new membership fees for the coming year, congratulations to Tara McDade on making it onto the Down under 14 ladies panel and more...

To view January's newsletter click here

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SPONSORED WALK

The Club are organising a Sponsored Walk around the Craigavon Lakes.  The walk will take place at 2.00pm on Sunday 30th January 2011.  The idea is that all those attending turn up wearing the club colours of red and white, be it club poloshirts, jersey's, hoodies etc. or maybe even fancy dress or red and white wigs.

The Club asks that anyone wishing to participate in the walk raises or donates the small amount of £10.  Refreshments will be served at the end of the walk to all participants.

Full details can be found in this months newsletter (see below).

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LATEST NEWSLETTER

The Latest Edition of the St. Michael's Newsletter can now be viewed clicking here.  This months edition includes news of the exciting night at the dogs, that is taking place on the 9th September, at Drumbo Park, Ballyskeagh.  Also included this month is details of memebrship fees for the coming year, the forthcoming sponsored walk around the Craigavon Lakes, and a link up with Dromore Rugby Club, among other club notices.

To view the newsletter click here.

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BREACH OF GAA MEMBER DATABASE

Please take time to read the following letter received from Croke Park in relation to the recent breach of the GAA Member Database.

We are writing to advise you that Servasport Ltd., has informed the GAA that there has been unauthorised access to the GAA membership database.

Servasport  Ltd., a Belfast based company that develops and maintains the GAA membership database, has  issued an unreserved apology to the GAA and to our members.

 

The GAA became aware of the data breach when it was informed on the 19^th November 2010 that disks containing the database had been received by the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner and the GPA, who immediately passed the disk to the GAA. The Information Commissioners Office in Belfast also received a disk.

 

To read the letter in full click here...

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LATEST CLUB NEWSLETTER

The latest club newsletter can now be viewed CLICKING HERE.  This months newsletter looks back on the presentation night for the mens and ladies teams; the underage presentation night; the recently held pantomine and more.

Click Here for Newsletter

 

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SLEEPING BEAUTY (PANTOMINE)

 

Photos from the Sleeping Beauty Pantomine can now be viewed in the Photo Gallery. Click Here

 

 

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2010 UNDERAGE PRESENTATION NIGHT

 

Photos from the recently held Underage Presentation night can now be viewed in the photo gallery - click here

 

 

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2010 CLUB DINNER DANCE

   

Photos  from the club dinner and presentation night held at Edenmore Golf Club can now be viewed in the photo gallery or by clicking here

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LATEST CLUB NEWSLETTER

To view the latest club newsletter for October, CLICK HERE.  This month's includes a look back at the Ladies football season, the Andrew McCabe Memorial Blitz, Underage link up with Dromore Rugby Club, a visit to Croke Park by John Paul McKeown, and more.

Click Here to view Newletter

 

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CHILDREN'S HALLOWE'EN PARTY

 

To view images of the Childrens Halloween party that was held on Friday 29th October, CLICK HERE

 

 

 

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ANDREW McCABE MEMORIAL BLITZ (U10)

On Saturday 2nd October, an enjoyable day of football was had by all who participated in the Andrew McCabe Memorial blitz for under 10's. 

In the cup competition, Clann Eireann defeated Downpatrick in a keenly contested final, with only one point between the sides in the end.  In the final of the shield, St. Mary's Aghagallon seen off the challenge of Tullylish.

In total, 8 teams from three different counties took part in the blitz.  These were:  St. Michael's; Tullylish; Downpatrick; Bredagh; Clann Eireann; Tir na nOg (Portadown); St. Mary's Aghagallon; and St. Patrick's Lisburn.

Photos from the day can be viewed in the photo gallery

 

    

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CUL DAY AT CROKE PARK

Last Monday, 27th September, John Paul McKeown was one of 300 young players from across Ireland to get a chance to play football at Croke Park.  The 300 players were randomly selected from the many thousands who participated in the Cul Camps this Summer across the whole country.  John Paul's manager for the day was the current Kildare manager and ex Armagh All Ireland winning captain, Kieran McGeeney.

More photos of John-Paul's big day can be found in the photo gallery.

 

 

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CLUB NEWSLETTER

The club newsletter for September/October is now available to view here.  This months edition has a round up of the football scene with all the clubs teams, a look back at the All-Ireland Final, and more.  To View CLICK HERE

 

 

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ALL-IRELAND FOOTBALL FINAL

 

St. Michael's would like to wish the Down team every success in this Sundays's final against Cork.

Also this Sunday, the Down team of 1960, including our own George Lavery will be honoured on the field between the minor and senior finals.

 

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LATEST CLUB NEWS

The latest edition of the St. Michael's news letter is available to view CLICKING HERE.  Includes information from the recent golf classic and cul camp as well as how the senior and ladies teams are progressing and details on how to apply for All-Ireland Final Tickets.

 

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ALL-IRELAND SEMI FINAL

St. Michael's GAC wishes James McCartan and the Down team the best of luck in tomorrows All Ireland Semi Final against Kildare.

    

To add to the excitement of the big match, a phonecall was made to the club at lunch time on Friday, to round up as many of our younger members as possible, for a last minute photocall.   Photos were published in Saturday's newspapers including The Irish News, Belfast Telegraph and The Irish Sun

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St. Michael's team Vs Aghaderg in Down Junior Championship First Round (Pic by Declan McConaghy, Glenn GAC)

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2010 CUL CAMP

 

 

Photos are now available to view HERE or by visiting the photo gallery

 

 

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ST. MICHAEL'S GOLF CLASSIC 2010

 

Photos of the day are now available to view in the photo gallery - CLICK HERE

 

 

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ST. MICHAELS GOLF CLASSIC

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

 

BBQ back at the club later on that evening.

 

 

 

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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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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 NOTES

For 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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ANNACLONE 125 TOURNAMENT

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.

 

 

The Down v Antrim Championship Qualifier game Saturday 16/07/2011 will have a 7.00pm Throw In in Casement Park, this is not a ticketed fixture so admission is by payment at the Turnstiles.

Admission Prices as follows

Stand:  €20 / £18    

Senior Citizens:  €15/ £14

Under 16s:  F.O.C.

Terracing: General Admission:  €15/£14 No Concessions

Under 16s: F.O.C