The Armagh Harps Thread

[Cold tea]

What time is the City derby on Wednesday, is it 7pm?

[TopofthePops]

What time is the City derby on Wednesday, is it 7pm?

7.30 Pearse Og Park..

Should be good game, great rivalry.

Og's win - CERT

[Rufus T Firefly]

CONDOLENCES – It is with great sadness that the Club acknowledges the deaths of Patsy Morgan last week and Eugene Fegan this morning.

Patsy was a distinguished goalkeeper for the Club in the '70's and a Club benefactor.

Eugene served the Club both as player and administrator, and was rewarded for his years of service by winning our Hall of Fame in 2011.

Mary Queen of the Gael have mercy on their souls.

[Rufus T Firefly]

Weekly Update

UNDER 6 – There will be no training next Sunday, 1 July. Instead kids, and parents, are invited to the Youth Cycle around the Mall. Come along and enjoy this fun cycle and the healthy breakfast in the Social Club afterwards.

UNDER 8 - Sunday 1 July kids are cycling around the Mall. Get on your bike!!! No training.

UNDER 10 - Wednesday training sessions from 6-7pm have now commenced.  Sunday, 1 July, is the Youth Cycle around the Mall. Come along and enjoy this leisurely cycle.

UNDER 12 - Go Games continues on Saturday at 4pm. Keep up the good work boys.

UNDER 14 BOYS – Well done to the boys after their Championship semi-final victory over Tir na nOg in Ballyhagen last Tuesday night.   

UNDER 16 BOYS –The boys home match against Killeavy on Thursday night last was postponed due to the weather.

MINORS – Well done to the boys in their win over St Paul's last night. Next Monday night they are away to Silverbridge.

RESERVE - No fixture scheduled this week. 

SENIORS – Well done to the senior players and management who have already secured their place in the League Cup by finishing in the top eight of the All County League Division One. The lads are currently in fourth place with one game left - a match that will have to be replayed, away to our city rivals, after Wednesday night's game was abandoned due to heavy rain. 
   
UNDER 14 GIRLS – The girls had a very close encounter with Shane O'Neills on Thursday night. It was a great display of football from the whole team with a goal separating the teams at the end. Next up is Clann Eireann away.

Training continues every Sunday Morning at 11.45am in Abbey Park.

UNDER 16 GIRLS – The girls had another great win last night over Mullabawn 2.09 to 2.00. This was a great game of football; the girls worked well together taking some excellent scores and there were great performances by all on the pitch. Well done girls. Next up away to Crossmaglen on Monday 2 July. All girls are asked to meet at 6pm in Abbey Park.

Training on Wednesdays in Abbey Park from 6.30-7.30pm on the JD pitch.  All new players welcome.

MINOR GIRLS - No game this week. Training continues Monday/Thursdays at 6.30pm.

SENIOR LADIES – No game this week. Next up is Crossmaglen at home on Wednesday 4 July and Dromintee at home on Saturday 7 July. Training continues Monday and Thursday night 6.30pm, Abbey Park.

GAELIC FOR MOTHERS - Sessions will re-commence later in the summer. All mothers are welcome to come along for these very popular fun sessions.

YOUTH REGISTRATION AND MEMBERSHIP – Membership costs £10 and with Leagues now being played it is vital that players are insured.  Contact John Rath or any youth mentor.

CLUB REGISTRATION – Membership fees are £25 Full/Football, Social £15, Over 18 Student £15 and Youth £10. Senior (over 65) is free. Please support your Club by paying your membership. Outstanding membership can be paid to any Committee Member.

Official GAA 2012 membership cards have now been received. Fully paid up members can collect from the Social Club. The Youth Officer can assist distribution for youth members.

LOYALTY CARD SCHEME - The new "Loyalty Card Scheme" which is exclusively available to members will be introduced early next month. Each member will receive a personalised unique electronic card which will entitle the holder to concessionary drink prices in the Social Club. Non-card holders will pay a higher price.

An additional bonus is that members can lodge monies to the card account and receive further concessions when certain thresholds are met. 

CAIRDE NA CLAIRSIGH – New "Cairde" members are always welcome. Be part of a unique group and wear the special "Cairde" coats. Direct debits can be set up from as little as £10 per month.

SOCIAL CLUB - The Club, which recently received the 5* rating from Armagh Council Environmental Health, is now available for private parties and functions. Contact bar manager Sean Powell at 02837523281 to arrange a visit or a booking.

FORTHCOMING ENTERTAINMENT - Regular weekend entertainment continues. Come along and enjoy the craic. Watch the football on big screen in a child friendly environment. 

BINGO - Continues every Monday at 8.30pm.

ABBEY LOTTO –This week's numbers 3, 5, 12 and 16. One lucky match three winner.  Next week's jackpot is a massive £3,600. Don't miss out on this fantastic prize- buy your lotto ticket- only £1 each!!!

SENIOR CYCLE - Abbey Wheelers have confirmed this year's cycle to Carrick-on–Shannon will take place on Saturday 1 September. Cyclists should inform Tony Kelly of their interest. The Club is pleased to welcome Cycleology, Little Barrack Street, Armagh as sponsor of this event.

YOUTH CYCLE - The much awaited Fundraising Cycle in Aid of Youth Development takes place this Sunday 1 July around the Mall. The cycle will commence at 9am- Under 6's cycle 1km, Under 8's 3km , Under 10's 5km and Under 12's (and others) 7km.

Parents & children are asked to congregate at Mall East (Museum
side) by 8.45am. Please note ALL children must be accompanied by an adult during the cycle & that bikes are not provided. It is recommended that your child wears a helmet. Parents are also welcome to cycle.

A healthy breakfast will be provided for all participants and parents
in the Harps Socail Club immediately afterwards.

Sponsorship forms are now available for cyclists.

SUMMER CAMPS - Following the success of previous camps Harps Ladies will again run a Summer Camp. This year's Camp will run from Monday 2 July to Friday 6 July, 10am-2pm daily.  Open to both boys and girls from under 6 -14 the cost is £25 for the week. Concessions are made to families with more than one child attending- £20 for each additional child.  Registration can be made on the morning of Monday 2 July.

All kids are asked to bring a packed lunch and a change of clothes in the event of inclement weather.

The Club will also host the Kelloggs Cul Camp from 30 July to 3 August. Please enrol via County Board.

LAST GOAL SCORER - Harps Seniors are organising "Last Goal Scorer" draws throughout this year's Championship.  Only £2 a ticket- £70 to the winner!!!! Tickets available from the Social Club and senior team members.

[Rufus T Firefly]

WEEKLY NEWS UPDATE

UNDER 6, UNDER 8 & UNDER 10 – Training every Sunday, 10.30-11.45.

UNDER 10 - Wednesday training sessions from 6-7pm have now commenced. 

UNDER 12 - The Go Games continued on Saturday last when the boys were away to the Ogs.

UNDER 14 BOYS – The boys were unlucky in the Championship. Still plenty to play for in the League!

UNDER 16 BOYS – No fixture this week.

MINORS – Well done to the boys in achieving another win, beating Silverbridge on Monday night. The lads are away to Crossmaglen tonight.

RESERVE - No fixture scheduled this week. 

SENIORS – Well done to the senior players and management who have already secured their place in the League Cup by finishing in the top eight of the All County League Division One. Unfortunately due to the untimely death of Paula Kelly, the outstanding game against our city rivals has been postponed. No date for re-fixture as yet. Please check the Harps website, Facebook page and Twitter account for re- fixture details.
   
UNDER 14 GIRLS – Training continues every Sunday Morning at 11.45am in Abbey Park.

UNDER 16 GIRLS – Training on Wednesdays in Abbey Park from 6.30-7.30pm on the JD pitch. All new players welcome.

MINOR GIRLS - Training continues Monday/Thursday's at 6.30pm.

SENIOR LADIES – Training continues Monday and Thursday night 6.30pm, Abbey Park.

GAELIC FOR MOTHERS - Sessions will re-commence later in the summer. All mothers are welcome to come along for these very popular fun sessions.

YOUTH REGISTRATION AND MEMBERSHIP – Membership costs £10 and with Leagues now being played it is vital that players are insured.  Contact John Rath or any youth mentor.

CLUB REGISTRATION – Membership fees are £25 Full/Football, Social £15, Over 18 Student £15 and Youth £10. Senior (over 65) is free. Please support your Club by paying your membership. Outstanding membership can be paid to any Committee Member.

Official GAA 2012 MEMBERSHIP CARDS - These have now been received. Fully paid up members can collect from the Social Club. The Youth Officer will assist distribution for youth members.

LOYALTY CARD SCHEME - The new "Loyalty Card Scheme" which is exclusively available to members will be introduced in the next few weeks. Each member will receive a personalised unique electronic card which will entitle the holder to concessionary drink prices in the Social Club. Non-card holders will pay a higher price.

An additional bonus is that members can lodge monies to the card account and receive further concessions when certain thresholds are met. 

CAIRDE NA CLAIRSIGH – New "Cairde" members are always welcome. Be part of a unique group and wear the special "Cairde" coats. Direct debits can be set up from as little as £10 per month.

SOCIAL CLUB - The Club, which recently received the 5* rating from Armagh Council Environmental Health, is now available for private parties and functions. Contact bar manager Sean Powell at 02837523281 to arrange a visit or a booking.

FORTHCOMING ENTERTAINMENT - Regular weekend entertainment continues. Come along and enjoy the craic. Watch the football on big screen in a child friendly environment. 

BINGO - Resumes Monday 23 July at 8.30pm.

ABBEY LOTTO – Last night's lotto numbers were 1, 2, 14 and 20. One person matched three numbers and won £50. Next week's jackpot is a massive £3,700. Don't miss out on this fantastic prize - buy your lotto ticket - only £1 each!!!

YOUTH CYCLE - The Cycle was a huge success with over 80 participating. Both children and parents enjoyed the occasion, including the healthy breakfast provided. Any outstanding sponsorship forms should be left with youth coaches or in the Club.

SUMMER CAMPS - There was a huge attendance at the Summer Camp last week. All the kids thoroughly enjoyed themselves while improving their skills at the same time. A huge thank you to the Ladies for organising the event and all those who gave up their time to coach the new generation of Harps stars. It is particularly encouraging to see so many of our Minors and Under 21 players mentoring these young players. Well done to all!!!

The Kelloggs Cul Camp commences in Abbey Park Monday 30 July.
 
LAST GOAL SCORER - Harps Seniors are organising "Last Goal Scorer" draws throughout this year's Championship.  Only £2 a ticket- £70 to the winner!!!! Tickets available from the Social Club and senior team members.

ABLE GROUP - This group train in Abbey Park weekly and our own Ciaran McMahon was chosen as a group representative to play at half time in the Monaghan V Down Ulster Championship Semi-Final. As expected Ciaran excelled on the day scoring a cracking goal. Well done Ciaran!!!!

BEST WISHES - to Simon Clarke and all the Harps members of Armagh Friends of Africa who leave next week on the next stage of their project. We wish them well.

GAA MUSEUM CROKE PARK - The museum has just announced the line-up for this year's Legends Tour Series, which gets underway on Thursday 12 July with Oisín McConville. The tour is scheduled to take place at 7pm on 12 July and bookings can be made online via the museum's website – www.crokepark.ie/gaa-museum.  There is a limit of 50 places for each of the Legends tours and, based on tours in previous years, demand is high for this unique experience.

NEWS - There will be no update next week. Please check the Harps website (www.armaghharps.com), Harps Facebook page and Harps Twitter account for details of fixtures and events.   

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[Rufus T Firefly]

Armagh Harps GFC, along with our fellow City Gaels in Pearse Og GAC, St Brigid's Camogie Club, Cuchulainn Hurling Club and Sean Quinn Handball Club, are helping to promote a "Friends of Donal Powell Table Quiz". The quiz will take place on Saturday 23 March at 9.00 pm in the Pearse Og Social Club.

This event has been arranged to remember and celebrate the life of Donal Powell, who tragically passed away at a very young age. The quiz will mark twenty years since Donal's untimely passing on 20 March 1993.

Donal was a well known and popular GAA figure, who could count many Harps' men as good friends, despite the great rivalry between ourselves and Pearse Og! All the slagging was very much of the light hearted variety, and is remembered fondly as I write this!!

The Quiz Master is none other than our fellow Gael and Club Chaplain, Fr Rory, and teams of 5 (or 6) are invited to partake at a cost of £5 per person including a light super. All proceeds will be donated to Newry Hospice.

Please pass the word on and show your support by entering a team on the night.

[stew]

Armagh Harps GFC, along with our fellow City Gaels in Pearse Og GAC, St Brigid's Camogie Club, Cuchulainn Hurling Club and Sean Quinn Handball Club, are helping to promote a "Friends of Donal Powell Table Quiz". The quiz will take place on Saturday 23 March at 9.00 pm in the Pearse Og Social Club.

This event has been arranged to remember and celebrate the life of Donal Powell, who tragically passed away at a very young age. The quiz will mark twenty years since Donal's untimely passing on 20 March 1993.

Donal was a well known and popular GAA figure, who could count many Harps' men as good friends, despite the great rivalry between ourselves and Pearse Og! All the slagging was very much of the light hearted variety, and is remembered fondly as I write this!!

The Quiz Master is none other than our fellow Gael and Club Chaplain, Fr Rory, and teams of 5 (or 6) are invited to partake at a cost of £5 per person including a light super. All proceeds will be donated to Newry Hospice.

Please pass the word on and show your support by entering a team on the night.

I heard this was a roaring success, Pablo would have been proud to see his nearest and dearest there to celebrate his life and legacy, well done all involved.

[RealSpiritof98]

1 full year from a post in this once fine thread.

Great start to the year with an away win at Whitcross, sadly working so didnt catch it but scoreline suggests a comfortable win

[Rufus T Firefly]

Great start to the year with an away win at Whitcross, sadly working so didnt catch it but scoreline suggests a comfortable win

And followed up with a good win at Dromintee in a match that we probably made more hard work of than should have been the case. Like yourself Spirit, I missed the matches due to work but got to see the game tonight!!    A most rewarding experience - three wins from three games - again made hard work of a match we should have closed out earlier, but a win is a win, particularly over our nearest and dearest!   

[stew]

Great start to the year with an away win at Whitcross, sadly working so didnt catch it but scoreline suggests a comfortable win

And followed up with a good win at Dromintee in a match that we probably made more hard work of than should have been the case. Like yourself Spirit, I missed the matches due to work but got to see the game tonight!!    A most rewarding experience - three wins from three games - again made hard work of a match we should have closed out earlier, but a win is a win, particularly over our nearest and dearest!   

Made my day whe I called home to get that result. We are looking good!

[The Iceman]

heard rumours that some of the OG's lads made big money on them losing to the harps?

[Oraisteach]

The Harps can't be half bad if they beat Maghery.  Who was the lad who scored a rake of points in the match?

[maddog]

PP going 1/12 Crossmaglen 13/2 harps. Not giving us much of a squeak there.

[RealSpiritof98]

Just the way we like it. Bring it on, town starting to turn Blue and White.