Ballinamore Seán O'Heslin's GAA Club Notes
Senior Championship
Hard luck to our senior team and management following their defeat to Fenagh St Caillin's in the Connacht Gold Senior Football Championship on a scoreline of 1-22 to 1-12. The lads will be disappointed with the result, having been very much in contention during the early stages of the second half before Fenagh pulled away.
The defeat sees us finish in a quarter-final position, where we now face Allen Gaels this Sunday at Heartland Credit Union Páirc Seán Mac Diarmada, Carrick-on-Shannon. Best of luck to the players and management as they prepare for this crucial championship fixture.
There was a good result in the Junior A Football Championship, where the lads produced a determined display to overcome Ballinaglera on a scoreline of 3-08 to 3-04.
Naomh Eoin
It was a busy week of championship action for Naomh Eoin. In the U13 Division 1 Championship, the lads put in a strong performance but were unfortunately defeated by Melvin Gaels on a scoreline of 3-13 to 3-07. The two clubs met again in the U13 Division 3 Championship, where Melvin Gaels emerged winners on a scoreline of 5-11 to 1-05.
At U17 level, Naomh Eoin were narrowly beaten by St Mary's Kiltoghert in Round 5 of the Division 1 Championship, with the final score reading 2-14 to 1-12. Next up for the U17 squad is a home fixture against Glencar-Manorhamilton in Ballinamore this Saturday.
Ladies Football
Our U14 girls' team put in a tremendous effort in their Leitrim LGFA U14 B Championship Semi-Final against St Joseph's but were narrowly beaten on a scoreline of 4-06 to 2-10.
A huge well done to all the players and management on a fantastic season. This is a very young squad, many of whom will still be eligible at this grade next year. The girls have shown tremendous commitment throughout the year and have played some excellent football.
In the LGFA Senior Championship, our senior ladies were defeated by a strong Glencar-Manorhamilton side on a scoreline of 2-21 to 0-06.
Our junior ladies enjoyed a good result as they produced an excellent team performance to overcome Bornacoola by 2-15 to 3-06. The result sees them advance to the quarter-final stages, where they will face Leitrim Gaels this weekend. Best of luck to all involved.
50/50 Draw
Our next 50/50 Draw will take place this Saturday night in Prior's, High Street.
Tickets are available locally from our sellers and can also be purchased online.
As always, sincere thanks to everyone who continues to support the draw. Every ticket sold provides valuable funding for Ballinamore Seán O'Heslin's and helps support the development of our teams and facilities, both on and off the field.
Best of luck to everyone in this week's draw.
Upcoming Fixtures
Thursday, September 10
- U13 Division 3 Championship: Naomh Eoin v Glencar-Manorhamilton, 6.30pm
Saturday, September 12
- U17 Division 1 Championship: Naomh Eoin v Glencar-Manorhamilton, Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin, Ballinamore, 12 noon
- LGFA U12 Lakes League: Ballinamore v Glencar-Manor B, Páirc Sheáin Uí Heislin, 2pm
- LGFA U12 Lakes League: Ballinamore B v St Brigid's, Páirc Sheáin Uí Heislin, 3.30pm
Sunday, September 13
- Connacht Gold Senior Championship Quarter-Final: Allen Gaels v Ballinamore Seán O'Heslin's, Heartland Credit Union Páirc Seán Mac Diarmada, Carrick-on-Shannon, 4pm
- LGFA Junior Championship Quarter-Final: Ballinamore B v Leitrim Gaels, 4pm (venue to be confirmed)
Pride of the Parish
A sincere thank you to everyone who took the time to submit nominations for the Leitrim Observer Pride of the Parish competition. We received a tremendous response, with many worthy individuals put forward in recognition of their contribution to our club and community.
Following the nomination process, Jenny McTague has been chosen to represent Ballinamore Seán O'Heslin's in the county-wide competition.
Jenny is a hugely deserving nominee who has given countless hours to both our club and the wider community over many years. Much of her work takes place quietly behind the scenes, but her dedication, commitment and willingness to help wherever needed have left a lasting impact on so many aspects of club and community life.
We congratulate Jenny on this well-deserved recognition and wish her every success in the competition. Further details on Jenny's nomination, together with information on voting, will be featured in this week's Leitrim Observer. We encourage everyone to get behind Jenny and support her as she proudly represents Ballinamore and Ballinamore Seán O'Heslin's.
New Ballinamore Match Centre Launched
Ballinamore Seán O'Heslin's are delighted to announce the launch of our new online Match Centre, giving supporters the opportunity to follow club games live when they cannot make it to the venue.
The Match Centre provides live scores and match clocks, as well as updates on goals, points and two-pointers, scorers, cards and substitutions as they happen. Supporters can also receive notifications throughout games and access results, scoring statistics and match reports after the final whistle.
The Match Centre can be accessed on mobile phone, tablet or desktop and can also be added to the home screen of a smartphone for easy access on match days.
Supporters can follow all the action at:
http://matchcentre.ballinamoreseanoheslinsgaa.com/live
New Club Sponsors – Donal Feely & OBN Financial Services
Ballinamore Seán O'Heslin's are delighted to welcome Donal Feely and OBN Financial Services to the "Team Behind Our Teams" as club sponsors through our Ballinamore Le Chéile initiative.
Donal has represented the club with distinction from a young age and remains a key member of our senior football panel. In June 2025, he joined OBN Financial Services in Carrick-on-Shannon as a Financial Advisor.
OBN Financial Services has been helping individuals, families and business owners for more than 20 years, providing expert advice on life cover, mortgage protection, income protection, pensions, savings and investments.
As part of their support for the club, Donal and the OBN Financial Services team are offering club members and supporters a free and confidential financial consultation with no obligation. This can include a review of existing arrangements or advice for anyone looking to better understand the options available to them.
We thank Donal and everyone at OBN Financial Services for their support and wish them continued success.
For further information, contact OBN Financial Services on 071 967 1522, Donal on 087 477 4700 or email donal@obn.ie.
OBN Financial Services is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.
