Leitrim Observer - Sport Feed

‘Trap’ puts Carrick in the spotlight

Wed, 15 May 2013 10:12:29 GMT

The Carrick 400 celebrations have been gathering pace since they were officially launched by President Michael D. Higgins in February and this week saw the national spotlight shone on Carrick-on-Shannon in a manner above and beyond anything that has happened in the celebrations thus far as Giovanni Trapattoni was in town to announce the Ireland squad for four upcoming international matches.

Roscommon Races return next Monday

Tue, 14 May 2013 15:02:42 GMT

Racing returns to Roscommon as the Lenabane track commences its 2013 schedule next Monday, May 20. First race 6 pm. (could be changed to 5.30 to an eight-race card, decision on Sunday morning).

Carrick gears up for Leitrim Women’s 5K Road Race

Tue, 14 May 2013 15:01:23 GMT

Any women intending on taking part in this year’s Women’s Mini-Marathon will have a great chance to have a dress rehershal next Wednesday, May 22, when Carrick-on-Shannon hosts the Leitrim Women’s Open 5K Road Race.

Peddle power opens up all sorts of experiences

Tue, 14 May 2013 15:01:13 GMT

New York got a lot quieter this week following the departure of the Leitrim brigade. I hung on for the remainder of the week and caught up with some old friends and got reacquainted with that wonderful city.

This Sporting Life - Colin Regan

Sligo Races next Wednesday

Tue, 14 May 2013 15:01:12 GMT

The first race of a seven race all National Hunt Card at Sligo Racecourse on Wednesday, May 22, gets under way at 5.40.

Hurlers hopes dashed by Longford

Tue, 14 May 2013 15:01:10 GMT

Any hopes Leitrim hurlers had of advancing in this year’s Lory Meagher Cup were ruthlessly dashed by a superior Longford side who held a 13 point lead at halftime of the second round encounter last Saturday in Glennon Brothers Pearse Park.

Trap feels at home on visit to Carrick

Tue, 14 May 2013 15:00:57 GMT

Having been grilled for over an hour by the nation’s media about the merits of Anthony Pilkington on the left wing, the dilemma regarding player fatigue ahead of the forthcoming matches and the international future of Richard Dunne, Republic of Ireland manager Giovanni Trapattoni spoke warmly about his first visit to Carrick-on-Shannon.

Carrick 400 Darts Tournament

Tue, 14 May 2013 15:00:31 GMT

Another good turnout of 32 players for the Carrick 400 in Paddy’s Bar on Tuesday week last.

Emerging Rossies see off battling Ladies after extra-time

Tue, 14 May 2013 15:00:29 GMT

An emerging force may be about to arrive on the Ladies football scene after Division 4 finalists Roscommon proved their mettle to defeat a battling and hard working Leitrim in horrible conditions at the splendid Connacht GAA Centre of Excellence in Ballyhaunis last Sunday.

Mohill & District AC

Tue, 14 May 2013 15:00:28 GMT

Open Sports Day: A great day was enjoyed by young and not so young at the annual Sports day which was held on bank Holiday Monday at Marian College, Mohill. It was great to have athletes from Mayo and Sligo join us for our fun filled day of different track & field, and novelty races. A big thank you to all who helped with the organising and helped out on Monday. Thank you to St. Manachan’s NS for the use of their facilities. There are some nice pictures posted on Clubs facebook page thanks to our local photographer Jacinta Rowley.

Sports news in brief

Tue, 14 May 2013 14:59:59 GMT

Carrick Tennis

Gallogly Catering ACL Tables

Tue, 14 May 2013 14:59:53 GMT

Team P W L D For Ag +/- Pts

Carrick through to Feile in Limerick

Tue, 14 May 2013 14:59:22 GMT

Carrick Hurling Club produced a superb performance to outclass Gortletteragh last Wednesday to qualify for the national Feile na nGael hurling finals to be held in Co Limerick on July 5, 6 and 7.

Focus now turns to semi-final says Dugdale

Tue, 14 May 2013 14:59:07 GMT

The glow of a successful trip to New York had barely subsided and joint manager George Dugdale was already warning Leitrim’s players to turn their attentions to a Connacht Championship Semi-Final meeting with either Sligo or London, stressing that Leitrim still have a lot of work to do.

Tag Rugby returns to Carrick

Tue, 14 May 2013 14:58:32 GMT

Tag Rugby: The Tag Rugby season will be returning to Carrick on Shannon Rugby Club Training Ground on the Castlecara Rd on May 30, at 7:30. A registration evening will take place on May 16, in Murtagh’s Bar from 7:30 and on May 23, at the training ground on Castlecara Rd at 7:30. €240 per team of 12 or €20 per person.

Leitrim GAA Coaching & Games Development news

Tue, 14 May 2013 14:58:26 GMT

Club coach mentor programme: Our club coach mentor programme has commenced over the past few weeks in Carrigallen & Melvin Gaels clubs. It will be expanded to Kiltubrid & Drumkeerin clubs over the next two weeks.

Why visiting a qualified health professional is important

Tue, 14 May 2013 14:58:06 GMT

With so many practitioners all saying they do the same thing, I constantly get asked, who do I go to for what? How many visits do I need? What is the best value for money?

Colin back in action after dispute resolved

Tue, 14 May 2013 14:57:56 GMT

The dispute arising from Colin Griffin being denied funding despite having the qualification for the 2013 World championships in Moscow next August has been settled.

Giovanni Trapattoni names Ireland squad in Carrick-on-Shannon

Mon, 13 May 2013 15:48:28 GMT

Giovanni Trapattoni today (Monday) announced a provisional 28 man squad to face England in an international friendly in Wembley later this month (May 29) followed by Georgia, Faroe Islands and Spain in June. The squad will be shortened late next week to accommodate injuries etc.

Trapattoni to announce squad in Carrick

Wed, 08 May 2013 09:40:20 GMT

Ireland Team Manager Giovanni Trapattoni will announce his squad for the forthcoming senior international fixtures versus England, Georgia, Faroe Islands and Spain in Leitrim County Council offices, Carrick-on-Shannon next Monday, May 13.