There was no winner of this week’s Ashford and Glenealy GAA Clubs Lotto Jackpot worth €9,200 (20/03/2012), Numbers drawn were 10, 12, 27, 28. However 2 people matched 3 numbers and shared €300. Mervyn Hill (S. McDermott), Phil Doyle (Veronica Doyle). Sellers Draw Kings of Glenealy and Mick Purcell. Next week’s draw will be held in Kings with a Jackpot of €9,500. Don’t forget play lotto on line in the comfort of your home www.ashfordgaa.com

Ashford played their first game in the County Football League Division 2 away to St. Patricks. Ashford lost the game 4-9 to 1-11. The teams were level at half time 1-5 to 0-8. Ashford had controlled most of the first half and should have been well ahead at the break but for the six wides from good scoring positions. They also lost their influential player Jay Taylor midway through the first half with an ankle injury. Ashford dominated the early exchanges in the second half and led by 2 points after ten minutes. However the stronger and more physical St. Patricks team took control of the last quarter and finished comfortable winners. Will Hender Phillips showed his quality in goal with some good saves and could not be faulted for any of the goals. In defence Wes Manning making a return to the Intermediate Team along with Billy Clarkson, Gavin Weir and Lee Kavanagh played well. Conor Behan gave a workmanlike performance at midfield and was rewarded for his efforts with an great goal. Up front Aaron Nugent was excellent and would be a contender for Man of the Match, Aaron scored six points. David Nolan, Conor Dowling and Jay Taylor also played well.

Ashford Team: Will Hender Phillips, Danny Turner, Wesley Manning, Brian Shannon, Gavin Weir, Billy Clarkson, Lee Kavanagh, Conor Behan, David Nolan, Conor Dowling, Jay Taylor, Brian Fagan, Aaron Nugent, Dean Mooney, Darragh Rooney. Subs, Paddy Doyle, Iarla O’Donnell, David Dowling.

Ashford GAA Club would like to say well done to three of their players Aaron Nugent, Gavin Weir and Conor Dowling on reaching the final of the All Ireland Senior B Schools Final for Colaiste Cill Mhantain unfortunately they were defeated by Rathoath.

Schedule of Events;

Monday 26thMarch: Ashford & Glenealy GAA Lotto, King’s, Jackpot €9,500.

Tuesday 27^th March: Training for Minor, Junior & Intermediate Players, Ashford, 7:30pm.

Friday 30^th March: Training for Minor, Junior & Intermediate Players, Ashford, 7:30pm.

Saturday 31^th March: Ashford GAA Coaching Camp, Under 6, 8, 10. Ashford 11:00am.

Saturday 31^th March: County Football League Div 2, Shillelagh V Ashford, Shillelagh 4:00pm

Saturday 31^st March: Ashford GAA Club Registration Day. Saturday 31^st March: Leinster GAA Coaching Workshop, Carlow, 8:30am.

Thursday 5^th April: Ashford GAA Executive Committee Meeting, Chester’s 8:30pm.

Friday 13^th April: GAA Club Go Games at Avondale, for Ashford, Avondale, An Tochar, Enniskerry.

Saturday 16^th June: Ashford GAA Club Fun Day.

Membership Fees are now due, in order for one to become a member of Ashford GAA Club, a person can apply for membership of the club by completing the Full or Youth membership application form which are available from Conor Behan (087 2376355) or Philip Doyle (087 2670661). Forms can be returned to Conor or Philip or forwarded to Club Secretary Mick Purcell for approval by the Club Executive Committee. Once a member, a person is then registered with the Association and provided with a membership number. Membership Fees are as follows: Adult €50, Family €80, Student/Juvenile €25. Don’t forget the Club Registration Day next Saturday 31^st March.

Please support the Garden County Grand Development Draw and Ashford GAA Club by purchasing a ticket; you will bring much needed revenue to Ashford GAA Club. Tickets this year have been reduced from €60 down to €50 and the prize fund is €66,750. Three draws will take place on the 4^th May, the 8^th June and the 6^th July. Each month the following prizes are on offer; 1^st €10,000 Cash, 2^nd €5,000 Cash, 3^rd €2,500 Cash, 4^th €1,500. 5^th €1,000, 6^th to 20^th €150 each prize. Tickets are now available from Ann Marie Manning and her Fund Raising Team.

Schedule of Events;

Tuesday 20^th March: Ashford & Glenealy GAA Lotto, Chester’s, Jackpot €9,200.

Tuesday 20^th March: Training for Minor, Junior & Intermediate Players, Ashford, 7:30pm.

Friday 23^rd March: Training for Minor, Junior & Intermediate Players, Ashford, 7:30pm.

Saturday 24^th March: Ashford GAA Coaching Camp, Under 6, 8, 10. Ashford 11:00am

Sunday 25^th March: **CHANGED** County Football League Div 2, Ashford V Valleymount, Ashford 11:00. Ashford v St Pats, in Wicklow 11:00

Saturday 31^st March: Ashford GAA Club Registration Day.

Saturday 31^st March: Leinster GAA Coaching Workshop, Carlow, 8:30am.

Saturday 31^st March: Div 2, Football League, Shillelagh V Ashford.

Thursday 5^th April: Ashford GAA Executive Committee Meeting, Chester’s 8:30pm.

Friday 13^th April: Ashford GAA Club Go Games.

Saturday 16^th June: Ashford GAA Club Fun Day.

Membership Fees are now due, in order for one to become a member of Ashford GAA Club, a person can apply for membership of the club by completing the Full or Youth membership application form which are available from Conor Behan or Philip Doyle. Forms can be returned to Conor or Philip or forwarded to Club Secretary Mick Purcell for approval by the Club Executive Committee. Once a member, a person is then registered with the Association and provided with a membership number. Membership Fees are as follows: Adult €50, Family €80, Student/Juvenile €25.

There was no winner of this week’s Ashford and Glenealy GAA Clubs Lotto Jackpot worth €8,900 (12/03/2012), Numbers drawn were 8, 9, 22, 27. However 2 people matched 3 numbers and shared €300. Cindy & Carmel (A. Murphy), Lyla Conroy (A. Murphy). Next week’s draw will be held in Chester’s with a Jackpot of €9,200. Don’t forget play lotto on line in the comfort of your home www.ashfordgaa.com

Please find enclosed Schedule from Wicklow GAA on Go Games that will be played from April to September. The Go Games will be in Blitz format and designed for players at Under 8 and 10. Ashford will be the venue for 4 rounds, and the Club will travel to Avondale, Kilmacanogue, Laragh, Roundwood, Bray Emmets, and Eire Og to complete their 10 round programme. This is an ideal opportunity for children to participate in these games and to learn the skills of Gaelic Football. Don’t delay register to-day and be part of this developing club.

Please support the Garden County Grand Development Draw and Ashford GAA Club by purchasing a ticket, you will bring much needed revenue to Ashford GAA Club. Tickets this year have been reduced from €60 down to €50 and the prize fund is €66,750. Three draws will take place on the 4^th May, the 8^th June and the 6^th July. Each month the following prizes are on offer; 1^st €10,000 Cash, 2^nd €5,000 Cash, 3^rd €2,500 Cash, 4^th €1,500. 5^th €1,000, 6^th to 20^th €150 each prize. Tickets are now available from Ann Marie Manning and her Fund Raising Team.

Advertising space is now available for 2012 on the Club Electronic Scoreboard located in the GAA Grounds Ashford at a cost of €100. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to advertise your company at every game and obtain free of charge one ticket for the Garden County Grand Development Draw with the possibility of winning €10,000.

There was no winner of this week’s Ashford and Glenealy GAA Clubs Lotto Jackpot worth €8,600 (05/03/2012), Numbers drawn were 1, 12, 17, 19. However 11 people matched 3 numbers and shared €300. Louise Alcorn (P. Alcorn), Bertha Byrne (G. Meyler), Phil Farrell (P. Farrell), John Donean (Centra), Bridget Evans (B. Evans), Shane Connolly (J. Connolly), Martina Gill (I. O’Neill), Patricia O’Gorman (J O’Gorman), Dave Corkish (S. McDermott), Kevin Kinsella (A. Driver), Viv & Sharon (V. O’Connor). Next week’s draw will be held in King’s with a Jackpot of €8,900. Don’t forget play lotto on line in the comfort of your home www.ashfordgaa.com

At the March Monthly Meeting of the Executive Committee the following Sub-Committees were appointed: Development: Chairperson – Stephen Behan. Committee: Myles Manning, Phillip Doyle, Dean Turner, Pat O Connor, James Doyle, Michael Sullivan. Fundraising: Chairperson – Ann Marie Manning. Committee: Conor Behan, Darren Doyle, Jenny Byrne, Leah Doyle, Lilian Manning. Juvenile: Chairperson – Gavin Connolly, Secretary – Amanda Duffy. Committee: Richard Melia, Andrea Connolly, Olive Staunton. Communications: Chairperson – Pat Lawless. John Paul Downey. Grounds: Chairperson – Myles Manning. Committee: Mick Behan, Mick Purcell. Lotto: Chairperson Sean Lally. Committee: Mick Behan, Myles Manning, Ian O Neill. Future Club Strategy: Chairperson – Pat Doyle, Committee: Pat McDermott. Junior Football Manager: Gavin Connolly.

Please support the Garden County Grand Development Draw and Ashford GAA Club by purchasing a ticket, you will bring much needed revenue to Ashford GAA Club. Tickets this year have been reduced from €60 down to €50 and the prize fund is €66,750. Three draws will take place on the 4^th May, the 8^th June and the 6^th July. Each month the following prizes are on offer; 1^st €10,000 Cash, 2^nd €5,000 Cash, 3^rd €2,500 Cash, 4^th €1,500. 5^th €1,000, 6^th to 20^th €150 each prize. Tickets are now available from Ann Marie Manning and her Fund Raising Team.

Advertising space is now available for 2012 on the Club Electronic Scoreboard located in the GAA Grounds Ashford at a cost of €100. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to advertise your company at every game and obtain free of charge one ticket for the Garden County Grand Development Draw with the possibility of winning €10,000.

Ashford GAA Club will hold a GAA/ISC Child Welfare and Protection in Sport Workshop (Code of Ethics) on Tuesday 13th March at 7:00pm in Ashford NS. This course will be tree hours in duration and is mandatory for all coaches who work with underage teams in the GAA. This Course is recognised and accredited by the Irish Sports Council and by the GAA and reflects the GAA Code of Best Practice and Code of Behaviour.

Membership Fees are now due, in order for one to become a member of Ashford GAA Club, a person can apply for membership of the club by completing the Full or Youth membership application form which are available from Conor Behan (087 2376355) or Philip Doyle (087 2670661). Forms can be returned to Conor or Philip or forwarded to Club Secretary Mick Purcell for approval by the Club Executive Committee. Once a member, a person is then registered with the Association and provided with a membership number. Membership Fees are as follows: Adult €50, Family €80, Student/Juvenile €25.

Wicklow GAA County Board are inviting Ashford GAA Coaches to take part in this new GO Games Referee Course. Attending this course will only then qualify a coach to referee at the Go Games Blitzes during 2012. Coaches from all Under 8, Under 10 and Under 12 Teams must be in attendance. This Course will take place at Eire Og Greystones GAA Grounds on Tuesday 13^th March from 8:00 – 9:30pm.

Ashford GAA Club held their Annual Juvenile AGM last week and the following people were elected: Juvenile Co-Ordinator, Stephen Behan, Juvenile Chairperson, Gavin Connolly, Secretary, Amanda Duffy, Sub Committee, Andra Connolly Dunne, Olive Staunton.

Schedule of Events;

Saturday 10^th March: Intermediate Football Challenge, Ashford V Newcastle at Ashford 4:00

Saturday 10^th March: Wicklow GAA Coaching Workshop, Blessington, 11:00am.

Monday 12^th March: Ashford & Glenealy GAA Lotto, Kings, Jackpot €8,900.

Tuesday 13^th March: Referees Coaching Coarse, Go Games, Greystones, 8:00 – 9.30pm.

Saturday 24^th March: Ashford GAA Coaching Camp, Under 6, 8, 10. Ashford 11:00am

Saturday 31^st March: Ashford GAA Club Registration Day.

Saturday 31^st March: Leinster GAA Coaching Workshop, Carlow, 8:30am.

Thursday 5^th April: Ashford GAA Executive Committee Meeting, Chester’s 8:30pm.

Friday 13^th April: Ashford GAA Club Go Games.

Saturday 16^th June: Ashford GAA Club Fun Day.

There was no winner of this week’s Ashford and Glenealy GAA Clubs Lotto Jackpot worth €8,300 (27/02/2012), Numbers drawn were 5, 8, 19, 23. However 5 people matched 3 numbers and shared €300. Robert Byrne (R. Byrne), Valerie Manley (V. Manley), B. Tulley (S. Lally), James Gammell (Centra), Marie McDonald (L. Phelan). Next week’s draw will be held in Chester’s with a Jackpot of €8,600. Don’t forget play lotto on line in the comfort of your home www.ashfordgaa.com

A Code of Ethics Course will be held in Ashford Schoolhouse on Tuesday 13^th March. This course is directed at Ashford GAA personnel. The aim for those involved in sport is to provide a safe, positive and nurturing environment where children can develop and enhance their physical and social skills. There are 18 places available for age group 18 plus.

The Garden County Grand Development Draw was launched at the County Board Meeting on Tuesday. Clubs were asked to support the Draw by purchasing as many tickets as possible, thus bringing in much needed revenue to Ashford GAA Club. Tickets this year have been reduced from €60 down to €50 and the prize fund is €66,750. Three draws will take place on the 4^th May, the 8^th June and the 6^th July. Each month the following prizes are on offer; 1^st €10,000 Cash, 2^nd €5,000 Cash, 3^rd €2,500 Cash, 4^th €1,500. 5^th €1,000, 6^th to 20^th €150 each prize. Tickets are now available from Ann Marie Manning and her Fund Raising Team.

Advertising space is now available for 2012 on the Club Electronic Scoreboard located in the GAA Grounds Ashford at a cost of €100. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to advertise your company at every game and obtain free of charge one ticket for the Garden County Grand Development Draw with the possibility of winning €10,000.

Club Chairman and Joint Manager of the County Under 21 Football Team Ronnie Phillips took his team to Baltinglass to play Carlow in the first round of the Leinster Championship. The team gave a very creditable performance losing out by four points 0-13 to 1-9. Will Hender Phillips was outstanding; he kept a clean sheet and saved a penalty at a crucial stage of the game. Billy Clarkson was introduced after half time and like Will, he played his part.

Wicklow Minor Footballers played Dublin in the Leinster Minor Football League in Roundwood and two of our club players were in action Aaron Nugent and Gavin Weir, Gavin played at corner back and was brilliant. Dublin defeated Wicklow.

The Intermediate Football Team will play their first competitive match next Saturday at 4:00pm when they take on Newcastle in a Challenge. Mick McDonald Team Manager along with Selectors Tony Nugent and Adrian Marah will be hoping for a good turn out as they prepare for their first league match against Valleymount the following weekend.

Schedule of Events

Monday 5^th March: Ashford & Glenealy GAA Lotto, Chesters, Jackpot €8,600.

Friday 9^th: Club Training for Minor, Junior & Intermediate Players, 7:30pm.

Saturday 10^th: Intermediate Football, Ashford V Newcastle at Ashford 4:00pm

Tuesday 13^th: Code of Ethics Course, Ashford NS.