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down u-15 ladies through to all-ireland final

Massive well done to Lauren and all the U-14 Ladies as they enjoyed their day in the sun at the fantastic Official GAA National Games Development Centre. They performed brilliantly against a very strong Offaly LGFA team and took ...

player of week

Player of Week Well Done to all Camogs and Hurlers

down u-14 lgfa

Best of luck to Lauren and all the Down U-14 Girls as they continue their All Ireland U-14 Championship campaign today in the Silver Semi-Final against Offaly Ladies Football in Abbotstown. Good luck girls and coaches.

u-10 ladies

Well done to our U-10 girls who travelled to Dromara GAC.  The girls played brilliant in a really tight game and a credit to the Dromara girls who played in their very first all girls match at this age. ...

senior camogie

Well done to our Senior Camogs, who had a league win yesterday against a very tough and physical Darraghcross team. Super work rate from our girls all over the pitch, culminating in excellent score taking to secure the win.

schools camogie

Congratulations to Sacred Heart Grammar School Newry on winning the AB Trophies Shield final today against Gleann na Rò, Derry.  A special congratulations to all the Aghaderg girls Orla, Amy, Tara, Macie, Lauren, Ellen, Claire an ...

u-12 lgfa

Our U-12 LGFA team made the short trip to neighbours Clann na Banna last night and played some of their best football of the season against their strong and talented hosts.  We were excellent defensively with each girl from the f ...

under 14 camogie

Aghaderg U-14 camogs continued their winning streak last night in the league, beating hosts Kilclief , Warrenpoint, and Attical .  Super effort, girls.

social gaelic for women

What a great night for the women of our club to get out and enjoy some football and craic.  It was great to see some new faces.  Dont forget there is no experience necessary.   Childcare an issue?  Brin ...

feile champions in the local press

A great write up in the Banbridge Chronicle for our U-15 Féile champions.

ballyvarley come out on top in local derby

Senior Hurling Ballyvarley got off to a flying start away to Ballela with Mick Lennon grabbing an early goal.  Against a strong breeze, a quick fire 1-1 from Danny Magee and a super point ...

womens social gaelic

Want to get out of the house for an hour, enjoy some light exercise with football and make friends?  Why not join our social group starting tomorrow night at 7.30.  Its nothing scary, just women getting together, keeping fit and having fun.  ...

u-9 football

U-9s travelled to Glassdrumman yesterday morning with several missing. But yet again this wee team put in another great performance and took plenty of scores.  Well done boys.

u-11 hurling blitz

U-11 hurlers played Shamrocks and Warrenpoint yesterday morning in Newry. The boys were on fire, demonstrating all the skills of the game and improving each game across 4 very competitive fixtures.  ...

the derg club breakfast

We know how much you all love your sausage baps on a Sunday morning so come along and join us on Sunday 25th June at the club house for the Derg Club Breakfast. These fundraisers are vital to keep the club functioning and developing so we can all continue to ...

camogie blitz

Our young camogs participated in a well organised mini blitz this morning hosted by our neighbours, Ballela.  For some, this was their very first experience of playing a camogie match!!! What a great opportunity for all our players to put int ...

gaeltacht 2023

Are you attending this years Gaeltacht?  Why not apply for a Club Award 

ulster ladies minor football championship

Good luck to Niamh Moran, Niamh McGrath, the Minor Girls & management today in Silver Final of the Ulster Ladies Gaelic Minor Championship. For those who can't make it the match will be live streamed on Ulster Ladies Facebook ...

u-14 camogie

Well done to the U-14 camogs who competed in a mini blitz hosted by Attical on Tuesday afternoon. The girls competed against Dromara, Attical, and Ballyholland, winning all 3 of their games.  Keep up the hard work!!!

adult gaeltacht

Tá Cúrsa Gaeltachta CLG Uladh, Cúrsa de Faoite sna Dúnaibh ar ais i mbliana. Tá an Cúrsa seo dírithe ar dhaoine fásta agus táimid dóchasach go mbeidh Cúrsa den scoith againn arís i mbliana. Tá an t-iarratas beo. Sheol r-phost chuig niamh.mcelduff.ulster@gaa.ie Tá lacáistí ar ...

u-12 lgfa

Tonight the U-12 LGFA team entertained new entrants to the league, Saul down to Ballyvarley in the latest round of the league. In what was a tough game, our girls battled hard throughout and are showing signs of serious improvement in all aspects of their game. The coaches ar ...

save the date saturday 26th august

Our Annual Club Camp Out will take place Saturday 26th August at Aghaderg GAC. Its going to be a great event with memories that the kids will have forever. Be sure to keep an eye out for more details.

down draw winner

Congratulations again to Christopher Lennon who recently won £200 in the Down Clubs Draw. The purchase of these tickets is a great support to our club. Thank you.

club sponsors

1. SELECT INSURANCE 2. FLAMES & FIREPLACES  3. WESTPORT EQUIPMENT  This week we would like to thank three local businesses for their kind and generous sponsorships.These sponsorships are essential to maintaining and developing our Club.We encourage our members to s ...

fundamentals

Please note this weeks Fundamentals has been changed to Friday evening 6.15- 7pm. This change will be for ONE WEEK ONLY!!Normal schedule will resume Saturday 27th May.

aghaderg u-17's 4-16 kilclief 0-06.

After a first loss of the season away to Breda last week, Aghaderg U-17s had a point to prove and got off to a blistering start in tonight’s home game against Kilclief. Excellent early scoring and dogged defending by the home side set the tone for the match and despite earnin ...

u-9 football

U-9s had their first home game of the season today against Drumgath. They put in a great performance showing some great skills and determination and battled until the end in a very even game. The improvement in this wee group over the last few months has made the coache ...

senior footballers claim first win after a run of 2 draws.

Our senior footballers treated us to an exciting home win over Bright on a sunny Friday evening. The team raced into an emphatic lead within the first 20 minutes going 8 points to 2 up. Bright rallied with our lads taking the foot of the gas and we went in with ...

underage camogie

Well done to some of our young camogs who competed in a blitz yesterday in Warrenpoint. The girls were fantastic in every game as each one of them showed how their skills are improving! There was some brilliant score taking, strong defensive tackling and many of the gir ...

all-ireland ladies silver quarter final

Best of Luck to Lauren and all the U-14 girls in the U-14 All-Ireland Championship Series Silver Quarter Final Best of luck Girls and coaches Throw in 1:45pm

ulster ladies u-16 championship final

Best of Luck to Cliodhna and Emma and all the U-16 girls today in the Ulster Ladies U-16 Championship Silver Final Best of luck girls and coaches Throw in 1:30pm

lgfa u-14 schools ulster final

Best of luck to Lauren, Orla, Amy, Macie and all the girls at Sacred Heart Grammar School Newry who are playing in the U-14 Ulster final Good luck girls and coaches.

u-14 camogie blitz

Yesterday, Aghaderg hosted our first U-14 camogie blitz of the season in what turned out to be a wet and muddy evening. Just before throw in the weather took a turn for the worst with torrential rain leaving the pitch heavy and slow. Despite this al ...

u-16 lgfa

Massive well done to our U-16 girls for an impressive win last night over Mayobridge. From the first whistle the girls fought hard for every ball and took their scores well. The girls battled right to the final whistle to clai ...

camogie blitz

Some of the underage camogs travelled to Liatroim today to compete in their first camogie blitz of the season. These young girls battled and tussled for every ball and proved how determined they are to work together as a team. All the coaches were proud to see the girls ...

st patrick's college ladies ulster final

Good luck to the 8 Aghaderg girls playing in the Ulster Final today for St tPatrick's Banbridge. Caoimhe, Clodagh, Viktorija, Caragh, Gianna, Kaitlyn, Grace & Isabelle.  Best of luck t ...

u-17 football

Out U-17 football team welcomed Dundrum to Ballyvarley on Tuesday night. The first half proved to be a tightly contested game with not much between the two teams. The the young reds though, began to impose themselves on their opponents aft ...

u-6/u-8/u-10 ladies

On a Sunny Bank Holiday Monday evening, we headed off to our neighbours Tullylish GAC  We fielded an U-6, U-8 & U-10 LGFA team.  All 3 teams played some amazing football. They were ent ...

u-12 ladies football

Our U-12 LGFA team travelled to Newcastle tonight to face Bryansford in the latest round of the league and produced one of the best performances of the season against a good home side.  The girls built upon a solid defensive display and cr ...

u-16 camogie

Aghaderg U-16 camogs travelled to Darragh Cross for their second league game of the season. This proved a highly contested match against a strong Darragh Cross team. The high intensity game saw plenty of goals and in the last 10 minutes we just couldn't ...

gaeltacht sholarship 2023

Members wishing to apply should complete the following form:  https://forms.office.com/e/NJ91NnS5jD  http://tempuri.org/tempuri.html Please note that as this is a Down GAA initiative, applicants should be members ...

u-15 ladies feile champions

Aghaderg Girls claim Feile win in great style. Aghaderg claimed a famous victory in the Down U-15 Feile today with a great win against Mayobridge in an enthralling final at Castlewellan. The day started early in Liatroim, with ...

fundamentals

Calling all P1s and Pre-School children!!!  Aghaderg GAC & Ballyvarley HC are excited to announce that Fundamentals Training will commence on Saturday 6th May @ 11.15am at Aghaderg pitch. ...

u-15 camogie feile

Well done to the U-15 Camogs who competed in the County Feile in Clonduff yesterday.  What a great opportunity for the girls to experience.  Every player gave it their all and played their hearts out.

down lgfa u-16

Massive well done to Cliodhna, Emma and all the U-16 Down LGFA Ladies on a great win this afternoon beating Derry to reach the final.

county minor camogie

A big congratulations to Down Minors who are through to an All Ireland Final after defeating Armagh today. Well done to our camogs Claire and Niamh - you did amazing!!

player of week

Our Hurlers & Camogs Matthew, Aaron, Liam & Isabella showed great enthusiasm and skill at this mornings trainings.  Well earned players of the week.  Well done guys.

county minor and u-16 lgfa

Good luck to our U-16 girls and Minor Ladies taking part in the respective Downl LGFA squads today.  Both Games throw In 2pm Best of luck to all Girls and coaches today.

sfl div iv aghaderg v ardglass

Aghaderg Senior Footballers continued their league campaign last night in Ballyvarley against Ardglass.  While under strength, the lads matched the physicality of their opponents and produced on the whole a good defensive display, racking ...

county minor camogie

All the best to Claire and Niamh as they represent Aghaderg in the County Minor All Ireland semi-final today against Armagh.

fr corr memorial grotto

Aghaderg Lourdes Committee are constructing a Lourdes Grotto within the grounds of Loughbrickland chapel as a memorial to Fr Tony Corr RIP.   Work on this has already begun and any donations towards the costs involved would be very welcome.  ...

ulster u-14 ladies

Everyone at the club would like to wish Lauren and all the U-14 girls the best of luck for today when the play in the Silver final of the Festival of Football  Best of luck Girls and Coaches.

u-12 lgfa

Our U-12 LGFA team welcomed neighbours Tullylish to Ballyvarley this evening, and while the girls feel a little short against stronger opposition, they continued to work hard for each other showing some terrific passing and defending, and playing with smiles on their maith sibh ...

april county draw winners

Congratulations to Christopher Lennon who won £200 in the first draw of the year.  Thank you to everyone who purchased a County Draw ticket this year.  Your support is invaluable to our club.

u-16 ladies league

Well done to our U-16 girls with an impressive win last night in front of a great home support.  From the first whistle the girls played free flowing football and fought hard for every ball.  ...

u-14 camogie

Our U-14 camogs took part in the second round of their League Blitz yesterday, competing against Kilcoo, Dromara and Ballyholland.  The girls got a chance to gain experience playing in different positions and learning even more how to work for each othe ...

u-13 football league

Our U-13 boys made the short trip to Drumgath this evening and produced a terrific performance coming out on top, on a great evening for football. This small group of players work hard for each other and always do the club and their coaches proud, maith sibh a bhuachaillí. 

senior camogie

Aghaderg senior camogs began their league campaign with an away win against Newry Shamrocks last night.  After a slow start on a heavy pitch the girls got into their stride and established a strong half time lead. Newry upped their game in the second half and ...

shl div ii ballyvarley v east belfast

Hard luck to our Senior Hurlers tonight in their home fixture against East Belfast.  The game was highly competitive and spirited, especially considering the heavy ground underfoot. Unfortunately, our lads were pipped in the last minute of the game with a lat ...

u-15 hurling

This evening saw our U-15 hurlers play at a sunny Ballyvarley pitch against Craobh Rua.  The boys controlled the play throughout the game and came out as clear winners.  Well done to all, keep it up!!

u-17 football league

Well done to our U-17 lads who played St Paul’s this afternoon and made it two wins in a row in the league campaign.   They took their goals well and controlled the game well, never giving St Paul’s time or space on the ball.   ...

build your self care retreat

This morning some of our female members were invited to the Little House of Calm ‘Build your Self Care Retreat’ in collaboration with Cherryblossom Spa. During the retreat they learnt proven techniques to help calm the mind and b ...

u-16 ladies come out on top in local derby

Our U-16 Ladies ran out winners in what was a close battle with Annaclone. The girls had to dig deep for the win today  The girls went into halftime in the lead, with Annaclone coming out fighting in the second h ...

u-15 football league

What a week of ups and downs in a matter of days.  Our lads travelled to Loughinisland on Thursday night and treated us to a fantastic performance both offensively and defensively winning the game by 8-8 to 1-7. This was a superb performance and result consid ...

sfl div iv east belfast v aghaderg

A game of twists and turns!  Our senior footballers put in a solid performance against East Belfast but unfortunately it wasn’t to be. We played very well in the first 20 minutes going 4 up, East Belfast dragged themselves back into the game winning a good fe ...

player of week

Player of Week Well done to Dara, Corrina, Aoife and Oisin on being awarded players of the week this morning.   They braved the wind and rain and put in 100%.  ...

u-6/u-8/u-10 ladies

Well done to all our U-6/U-8/U-10 girls, they all played fantastic football in today's matches. Thanks to St Michaels for coming out and playing great games especially in the wind and rain.

county hurling

Good luck to our U-15 hurler, Anjum who has been attending county U-15 development hurling trials over the past number of weeks.  We wish him luck as well as his St.Patrick's (Aghaderg/Ballela) teammates Oran and Tommy Joe as the ...

county camogie

A busy day ahead for our U-14 and U-16 county camogie representatives tomorrow. U-16s begin their season when they take on Derry in the first round of the Championship.  Good luck to Cliodhna who is representing our club in this game. ...

u-15 football league

Loughinisland 1-7 St Patrick’s 8-8  Well done to St Patrick’s u15’s (Aghaderg & Clann na Banna) on their first division 2 league game of the campaign. The amalgamation to date has been very positive and this positive ...

mcgraths school of irish dancing

‼️Reminder‼️ Irish Dancing returns this Friday at 5pm after the Easter break.  We look forward to seeing you there.  New members always welcome.  ...

u-12 lgfa

Our U-12 LGFA team made the short trip to St Michael’s and produced a committed and high scoring performance to come out on top on a bright, but cold evening.  The girls are working so hard for each other, and it is amazing to see the conf ...

sacred heart through to ulster semi-final

Well done to Lauren, Orla, Macie, Amy and all the Sacred Heart Grammar School U-14 girls.  The U-14s had a physical, fast-paced battle when they met St. Ciaran's College today in the Ulster Qtr Final winning a close battle, to pr ...

under 14 camogie

Well done to our U-14 camogs who competed last night in a league blitz and secured wins in all of their games. A big thank you to parents who travelled to support us. Keep up the great wor ...

u-17 football

Our U-17 footballers kicked off their league campaign with an away trip to Darragh Cross.  The young reds started tentatively, but soon stamped their authority on the game producing an impressive hard earned victory away from home with a s ...

u-12 ladies

Our U-12 LGFA team kicked off their league campaign tonight with a spirited display against Castlewellan in Ballyvarley.  The girls played superbly and the coaches are thrilled with the skills on display tonight.  ...

u-9 football

Our U-9 superstars for their first match of the season against Clann na Banna Well Done Boys and Management.

u-14 ladies football

Great win for our U-14 girls against Glenn.  Well done to all players and coaches.

u-16 camogie sponsorship

Eugene, Winifred, Gerard and John Fullerton have been long-standing supporters of Aghaderg-Ballyvarley club over the years, and as a gesture of our appreciation, team managers Sinead and Conor presented Gerard with a specially commissioned framed number 79 jersey to rep ...

new camogie sponsorship

A huge thank you to local business EF Engineering Works LTD, who have kindly sponsored our U-16 camogie team a new set of jerseys. On behalf of EF Engineering Works LTD, Gerard presented the new jerseys to Captain Katie and Vice ...

u14 ladies football

U-14 Ladies Football Good luck to all the U-14s and coaches today as they travel away to Glenn for what will be a great match. ...

u-16 and minor county camogie

U-16: Good luck to our U-16 camog, Cliodhna, who is part of the County squad taking on Kildare in Ballela at 11am today. Minor:  All the best to our minor camogs, Claire and Niamh, who are representing our club against Armagh i ...

u-15 hurling féile champions 2023

U-15 HURLING FÉILE CHAMPIONS Huge congratulations to our U-15 Hurlers who today competed in the Down Féile in Portaferry beating Kilclief in the final to be crowned Féile Champions. Well done to all players and management for all your hard work and effort.  ...

player of the week

Well done to Annie, Daniel, Aoife & Enda on excellent behaviour and execution of skills during this mornings training.

ulster ladies u-16 championship round two

Good luck to Cliodhna, Emma all the U-16 Girls & management today in Round 2 of the Ulster Ladies Gaelic U-16 Championship Tier Round Saturday 15th April 2023 ...

aghaderg ladies academy

Aghaderg Ladies Football Academy Starting this Sunday 16th April 11am-12pm 

féile na ngael 2023 in portaferry

Our U-15s hurlers play in the Down GAA Hurling Féile tomorrow in @PortaferryGAC set to start at 10:30am. Over the years Féile has been a memorab ...

scór na nóg 2023

Ádh mór ar fhoireann Achadh Dearg i Tráth na gCeist Scór na nÓg amárach - Good luck to our Aghaderg team in the Scór na nÓg Ulster Final quiz tom ...

senior football venue change

Our Senior team begin their league campaign tonight against Newry Bosco at 6.45pm.  Please note the venue has changed to St Patrick’s College.

condolences to byrne family

Aghaderg GAC & Ballyvarley HC regret the death of Edmond (Eamon) Byrne, former player of our club.  We extend our deepest sympathy to his immediate and extended family circle at this sad time. ...

condolences to lennon family

Aghaderg GAC & Ballyvarley HC regret the death of Dan Lennon, founder member of our club and father of former playing members John, Jerome and Finbar.  We extend out deepest sympathy to the immediate and extended Lennon families in our club at this ...

u-15 football league

Our U-15 boys are in action in Castlewellan tonight joined with Clann na Banna as St Patrick’s at the Meadow pitch Castlewellan.

charity tractor run in memory of paddy simpson

To honour the memory of former Aghaderg player Paddy Simpson, a Charity Tractor Run has been organised by his friends and family.  The event promises to be a heartening day for all ages, with kids' entertainment throughout the day and evening entertainment fo ...

u-16 camogie

Well done to the U-16 camogs who played their first league game tonight versus Dromara. After a closely contested game under tough pitch conditions, our girls secured a well-deserved win!!!  Aghaderg 3-6   Dromara  2-7 Well d ...

st patrick's college ladies through to ulster final

Well done to the Aghaderg girls representing St Patricks College today.   The girls were victorious in their semi final match and now progress onto the final.  Best of luck Clodagh, Isabel ...

abc council honours our successful juvenile teams at civic reception

Fantastic night acknowledging the successes of AghadergGac_BallyvarleyHc which was recently held.Many thanks to Deputy Lord Mayor for hosting. See more photos in 'Photo Gallery'.

down u-14 ladies football

Ulster Ladies Gaelic U-14 Festival of Football 2023 Group 3 The U-14 Girls play in their next round of the festival of football this Saturday.  Best of Luck to Lauren and all the girls from everyone at the club.

condolences to o'kane family

Aghaderg GAC & Ballyvarley HC regret the death of Oliver O'Kane, father of our former senior footballer Joe.  We extend our deepest sympathy to the immediate and extended family circle. ...

under 15 hurling

Our U-15 hurlers have amalgamated with Ballela this year as St Patrick’s. We wish all players and management good luck as they begin their season on Sunday. All support welcome!!!

u-16 ladies off to winning start

Great win for the u16 girls tonight against Bryansford. The girls ran out winners with a score of 2-8 to 1-6  Well done girls and great to see so many out supporting the girls.

u-15 football league

Our U-15 boys footballers are amalgamated with Clann na Banna this year as St Patrick’s and are away to Longstone this Sunday at 2.30pm.  Why not go along and support our future stars.

club gear exchange

Please donate any GAA gear no longer needed and feel free to take anything that your family may benefit from.  The rail and Boot Box will be situated in the hall all season.  Not only helping the community but also the environment.

u-16 lgfa league

Tonight Thursday 6:45pm the under 16 girls match against Bryansford is taking place. This is the first competitive home match of the season at the club!  It would be great to see everyone  ...

lgfa news

Last night brought to an end our indoor training for the girls.   They had some great fun over the last few weeks and are looking forward to getting out on the pitch.

aghaderg gac and ballyvarley hc cul camp

SAVE THE DATE Aghaderg GAC and Ballyvarley HC Cul Camp will take place from the 3rd - 7th July

schools ladies football

Well done to our U-14 girls Emily, Chloe, Ernin and Alesha who helped Newbridge Integrated College beat All Saints to a score of 10-2 to 6-6 The girls now progress to the semi finals of the U-14 plate ...

minor county camogie

Well done to the Down Minor squad and management who had a great win today against Cavan in the Championship. Huge congratulations to Niamh and Claire, who represented our club!!

under 14 camogie

Well done to our Under 14 camogs who travelled to Portaferry yesterday to take part in a non-competitive Invitational 7 a side Blitz. This blitz was aimed at giving the girls an opportunity to enjoy playing and showcasing their skills. Special thanks to paren ...

u8 camogie / u7&9 hurling

The young camogs and hurlers kicked off the 2023 season this morning with an action-packed session. It was great to see everyone together again. A special well done to our 'Player of the Week' participants Izzy, Dessie and Emmett ...

aghaderg gac/ballyvarley hc are scór na nóg south down quiz champions

The Aghaderg GAC/Ballyvarley HC Quiz team who brought home the South Down title, and went on to beat stiff competition from Laitroim and Ballyholland, and were crowned Down champions.  They go on to represent Down in the Ulster Scór na nÓg ...

aghaderg gac/ballyvarley hc scór na nóg quiz team news

Our Scór na nÓg Quiz team representatives who competed last night, pictured before the quiz with mentor Conall McNally.  One team was called Aghaderg and one team was called Ballyvarley.

senior football challenge match

If you fancy bracing the elements, come along and support our senior football team in their challenge match against Corrinshego at St Patrick’s College Banbridge at 6.30pm

under 7 & 9 hurling

Looking forward to welcoming our hurlers back to training this weekend.  See you all then!

underage camogie/hurling

Thank you to the P4s and P5s in St.Mary's PS, Banbridge who welcomed some of our camogie/hurling coaches into their school.  We had a fun packed morning giving the children a quick taster session of the many skills of camogie/hurling. Aghader ...

coaching workshop

Thanks to all our coaches and the girls who attended tonights coaching workshop.  We had a great fun packed session with the Ulster Ladies development officer Ciaran Murtagh, focusing on small sided games for youths and adults.  ...

st patrick's ladies through to semi finals

Well done to 7 of our Aghaderg girls representing St Patricks College today.   The girls were victorious in their quarter final match and now progress onto the semi finals.  Best of luck Clodagh, Isabelle, Grace, Ciara, Gianna, Caoimhe and Ka ...

senior hurling challenge v liatriom

Senior Hurling Good luck to the senior hurlers tonight!!

coach the coach

Wednesday evening 6:30pm we have Ciaran Murtagh coming to coach our coaches and lead the girls through some fun games and activities.  It's sure to be a fun packed evening!

senior football challenge

Come support Aghaderg Senior Football team this Friday evening at St Patrick’s College at 6.30pm, as we look to build on the progress of last season #ádhmór #redsrising

camogie fixtures

Well done to the Senior Camogs who had a great start to the playing season with a win against Middletown last week. Good luck to all our camogie teams who are playing fixtures this week.

half time in the down v longford match

Huge congratulations to our U-11 players Jimmy and Caellum on representing St Francis' Primary School last night in half time game at Pairc Elser. #youngredsrising Official Down GAA

underage boys football

WE ARE BACK!!! Looking forward to seeing all the P2 and P3 boys back at training for the start of the new season.

county minor

Well done to our Minor camogs Claire and Niamh, who won their first game in the County Championship campaign against Wicklow last weekend.  Next up is Co.Kerry tomorrow.  Good luck to Claire and Niamh and the rest of the panel/management. ...

gfmo news

Starting Tuesday 21st March.  7:30-8:30pm  Our Gaelic for Mothers and Others.  All details above.  If you have any questions or you may be interested. Contact @ma ...

condolences to mcdermot family

Aghaderg GAC & Ballyvarley HC regret the death of Charlie McDermot father of our former player Ronan and grandfather of our senior hurler Charlie Lennon.  We extend our deepest sympathy to the immediate and extended family circle.

down v fermanagh u-16 ladies football

Everyone at the club would like to wish Cliodhna, Emma and all the U-16 girls the best of luck  They begin their round 1 championship match tomorrow against Fermanagh.  Throw In 12pm. ...

primary school camogie/hurling taster day

Our camogie/hurling coaches had a great afternoon in St.Colman's, Bann Primary School, Lawrencetown.  We helped the children celebrate their St.Patrick's Fun Day by introducing them to the skills of camogie/hurling.  Thanks to the children fo ...

underage camogie

The countdown to the 2023 Underage season is on. Our coaches are looking forward to seeing everyone again at the club.

aghaderg u-16 ladies footballers make it 3 wins out of 3.

Over the last few weeks the ladies have played challenge matches against Saval, Mayobridge and Teconnaught in preparation for their league starting next weekend, fixtures still to be confirmed.   The challenge matches have offere ...

condolences to poland family

The committee and members of Aghaderg GAC & Ballyvarley HC regret  the death of Patsy Poland father of our former player Niall Poland. We extend our deepest sympathy to Niall, his immediate and extended family circle.

2023 club membership is now due

It's time to pay your membership for the 2023 season.  Log into Foireann and select the membership option you require.  Down Draw Tickets are now also on sale.  ...

condolences to anderson family

The executive committee and members of Aghaderg GAC & Ballyvarley HC regret the death of George Anderson father of our former player Kevin and brother of our former club secretary Michael.. We extend our deepest sympathy to his immediate and extended family circle.

condolences to devlin family

The executive committee, coaches and players of Aghaderg GAC & Ballyvarley HC regret the death of Pat Devlin mother of our esteemed committee member and coach Eamonn Devlin. We extend our deepest sympathy to Eamonn, his immediate family and extended family circle at this very ...

u-16 ladies off to a winning start

U-16 Ladies Footballers kick off their season with a win in a challenge match against Saval.   The girls had great match. They played in a strong cross wind on Savals' top pitch and fought for every ball.  Some great team work on display throughout.  ...

football foundation course completed

Well done to the Aghaderg coaches who completed their football foundation coaching qualification today at Mayobridge.

u-12 camogie - 'stick with diversity ' project.

St Patrick's was the venue for week 1 of our 'Stick with Diversity' coaching sessions. Today our U-12 Camogs got the chance to introduce the skills of camogie to their counterparts in Dromore hockey club. This was a very posit ...

camogie/hurling coach education

Well done to the six coaches from Aghaderg/Ballyvarley who gave up their time today to complete their Foundation Coaching Qualification in camogie/hurling. I'm sure all our young hurlers and camogs will learn a ...

harrison lennon makes the down minor hurling squad

Massive congratulations to Harrision Lennon who got selected for the Down Minor Squad this year. He started at center half forward yesterday against the mighty Tipperary. ...

u-12 camogie

Our U-12 Camogs enjoyed a fantastic trip to Colin Glen this morning as part of the PSNI 'Stick' with diversity project. In conjunction with Dromore hockey club the girls will receive 3 weeks of camogie coaching followed by 3 weeks of hockey coaching. This will be a wonderful oppo ...

dinner dance in the canal court hotel is a resounding success

A large crowd attended our Club Dinner Dance in the Canal Court Hotel last Night where our Championship Winners the U-17 Football Team were the star attraction.Kevin McKernan was in attendance as guest speaker and also to present the individual awards to these young stars of the ...

down clubs draw £1000 winner

Congratulations to Scissor Sisters on winning £1000 in the December Down Clubs Draw.Ryan Mather's from Scissor Sisters is seen here receiving the winning cheque from Club Chairperson Deirdre McGrath and Caroline Burns.

adult irish dancing classes

Want to try something new?  Come along to our Adults Irish Dancing classes starting Thursday 2nd February 8-9pm in the club hall.  Everyone welcome.

club lotto jackpot winner receives her cheque

Congratulations to Sheelagh Quinn on winning our Club Lotto Jackpot of £1750. Sheelagh is seen here receiving her cheque from Club Treasurer Sonia Barry.

our lady's are ulster champions

Congratulations to Clare Morgan and all the Our Ladys girls and management on their win in the Ulster School Medallion Shield final. Our Ladys Grammar School, Newry 3-8 Loreto College Cavan 1-3.

condolences to mcgrath family

The executive committee and members of Aghaderg GAC & Ballyvarley HC regret the death of Kathleen McGrath (Naas), wife of Dominic McGrath and sister in law of Gerard McGrath, our club President.  We extend our deepest sympathy to Gerar ...

condolences to simpson and mcgrath family

The executive committee and members of Aghaderg GAC & Ballyvarley HC regret the death of Patrick Simpson, former playing footballer and hurler.   We extend our deepest sympathy to his immediate family and the extended Simpson and McGra ...

club lotto jackpot of £1750 has been won

The Club wishes  to convey it's Congratulations to Sheelagh Quinn on winning our Club Lotto Jackpot which was a fantastic £1750. Well done Sheelagh!!

dinner dance & senior awards night

Get your glad rags on for the return of our annual dinner dance and senior awards night!!  Saturday 28th January 7.30pm at the Canal Court Hotel.  Awards will be presented fo ...

juvenile awards night 16th november 2022

Aghaderg GAC and Ballyvarley HC held their annual Juvenile Awards night on Wednesday 16th November in the Belmont Hotel.It was a very enjoyable evening for the very large crowd that attended. There were team awards for our successful Championship and League wins across the Clubs ...

down lgfa county trials

Well done to the Aghaderg U-14 and U-16 ladies footballers who have been attending their respective down county trials over the last 2 weekends. Representing the U-14s are Sarah McG, Lauren D, Caoimhe, Alesha, Eilidh and Ellen. Representing the U-16s are Emma, Mairead, Lauren ...

condolences to mcgrath family

Aghaderg GAC and Ballyvarley HC regret the death of Seamus McGrath brother of our former senior playing members Joe and Eugene McGrath . We extend our deepest sympathy to his immediate and extended family circle.

club lotto jackpot winner receives his cheque

Congratulations to Andrew Smith on winning our Club Lotto Jackpot of £5050. Andrew is seen here receiving his cheque from Club Treasurer Sonia Barry. Also included in the photo is Deirdre McGrath - Club Chairperson, Laura Fletcher - Club Lotto coo ...

phenomenal reds crowned championship winners

The Aghaderg U-16 Ladies Gaelic Football team capped off a magnificent season with a majestic performance today to win the Championship final against local rivals Clann na Banna 8-11 to 2-06. The game was played in ideal autumnal conditions in Tullylish. The ...

all set for the big final

Prep is under way for the U-16 ladies football championship final on Sunday ….. all roads lead to Tullylish 1pm Sunday. Tickets available on my ticket app

new gloves for u-16 ladies

U-16 LGFA team sporting their new gloves for the Championship Final on Sunday. Your support at 1:00pm in Tullylish would be greatly appreciated.

u-16 lgfa championship final aghaderg v clann na banna

Hi all, the U-16 ladies footballers are playing in their *Championship Final* against our neighbours Clann na Banna on *Sunday at 1pm in Tullylish*.Let’s get a good crowd out in Tullylish to support the girls. Tickets will be available through the MyTicketApp.

u-14 ladies come up short in championship semi

Hard luck to the U-14 ladies footballers who bowed out of the championship today in their semifinal match against Carryduff … These girls have put in tremendous effort all year.

coaching in st francis' primary school

Aghaderg GAC Ballyvarley HC are supporting our main feeder Primary school St Francis in Loughbrickland with coaching. Our coaches have been giving up their time to coach the girls & boys Camogie, hurling & football, du ...

u-14 camog's are county champions

U-14 Camogie Championship Winners!! Aghaderg 6.6 v Mayobridge 6.2 No stopping these girls. They have brought the silverware home!See photos of the action in 'Photo Gallery'

u-14 camog's in championship final saturday 8th october

Aghaderg U-14 Camogs play their Championship final against Mayobridge this Saturday 8th October at 12noon in Ballela.These girls have put in a tremendous amount of work and effort all season and a win would be great for the whole Club.We are asking for as much support as possible ...

nspcc's national sports awareness campaign

This week is 'Keeping Your Child Safe in Sport Week'!! We know that the best way to tackle child abuse in sports settings is for everyone to work together – and parents and care ...

u-16 ladies through to championship final

Impressive Championship Semi-Final Win for the Aghaderg U-16 Ladies footballers The Aghaderg U-16 LGFA team gave a very strong team performance in Ballyvarley this afternoon to run out impressive w ...

u-9's win shield at blitz in annaclone

The U-9s attended a Blitz yesterday in Annaclone.After a slow start the boys finally started to play some great football like we all know they can, and it was a joy to watch for the coaches and parents and they came away as shield winners. Well done to all the boys you played ...

u-11 and u-13s get a hard earned break

The football year concluded for our U-11 and U13 lads with a small presentation today after a short training session. A great group of lads who have made their coaches, parents and the club proud all year. Enjoy the break lads, keep practicing at home and see you all again so ...

u-10 and u-12 ladies round off their season

The U-10 & U-12 girls finished off their season this morning with a final training session followed by a short presentation. It’s been a fun season for the girls and the coaches couldn’t be prouder of how much they have developed and improved over the season. The coaches ...

end of the season for our u-8's

We finished the season off with a match at home v Clan Na Banna. The girls didn't disappoint with great performances all over the pitch. We played 2 x 7 aside matches side by side then finished with a full match at the end. With a win & a draw on o ...

club jackpot of £5050 has been won

The Club wishes  to convey it's Congratulations to Andrew Smith on winning our Club Lotto Jackpot which was a fantastic £5050.Well done Andrew!!

big smiles all round for u-11 and u-13 boys

In acknowledgement of all the hard work and effort from our U-11 and U-13 lads the coaches and parents came together to present everyone involved in both groups with new training tops. The lads have been just great all year and were delighted with their tops. Thank you once a ...

underage fundamentals presentation day

Our Fundamentals, U-8 and U-10 boys and girls had a busy morning in Aghaderg pitch yesterday to wrap up the season. U-8 and U-10 Camogie ...

u-14 camogie championship

Today the U-14 camogs travelled to Castlewellan for their final group championship game. Stakes were high with both teams aware a win would secure passage to the final. Aghaderg started brightly in the first half with the girls working tirelessly in defence and attack t ...

championship football saturday 24th september

Junior Football Championship Quarter Finals Aghaderg v East Belfast  In Ballykinlar Saturday, September 24th 2pm Let’s get out and support the lads. All tickets must be purchased via ...

u-16 lgfa championship - aghaderg 5-10 dundrum 4-07

Aghaderg U-16 LGFA girls recorded their first Championship match win in Ballyvarley this afternoon after a thrilling encounter against a very good Dundrum side. Dundrum proved to be a very strong outfit with fine footballers all over the field, from the go ...

marian mcstay cup

Commiserations to Clodagh, Macie and Cliodhna who were part of the Down U-14 development team that were narrowly beaten by Antrim in the final of the Marian Mc Stay Cup, held in Tullysaran Armagh.

u-12 camogie blitz liatroim

Aghaderg U-12 camogs finished off their season in Liatroim this morning by participating in the final U-12 all county camogie blitz. The girls followed up a dominating performance against Dromara with a great win against Ballyholland. Newry shamrocks provided th ...

u-15 hurlers come up short

Commiserations to the U-15 Hurlers who fell at the final hurdle in today's County B Hurling Championship Final. They came up short against an excellent Bredagh side, who had been playing in this year's A champi ...

christmas club gear order

Orders are now being collected for Club gear to arrive in time for Christmas. Orders can be placed using the Klubfunder link below. Orders will be collected until Sunday 18th September with no extension to ensure delivery arri ...

u-15 football st michael’s 1-6 aghaderg 3-19

Instead of training tonight we decided to organise a friendly match v St Michael’s. Without having a game for over 2 weeks our lads showed signs of rustiness, they lacked their usual sharpness & intelligence al ...

u-14 camogie

Congratulations to our U-14 camogs on their championship win against Portaferry this evening. The girls made up for a poor first half performance by taking the game to Portaferry in the second half. Every player upped their in ...

u-10 girls

The U-10 LGFA team made the short trip to neighbours Tullylish for an end of season run out, in what proved to be a very competitive game. The first 3rd was was tilted more in favour of Tullylish as our girls were a little bit ...

u-8 girls

Our girls played a home friendly against Bryansford this morning. On a wet morning for a game, both teams took to the pitch and showed their skill and hard work off the ball. Both teams played great and was a good showing of how far our girls have come on thi ...

u-11.5 boys put in a strong performance at glenn

Aghaderg's young footballers played really well in non-stop rain at Glenn this morning. There was plenty of game time & touches for all the players. Our boys showcased their footballing skills throughout. There was superb tackling and great possession wins. Lovely hand &a ...

aghaderg u-16 ladies footballers are on top of the world!

The Aghaderg U-16 ladies footballers rounded off a very successful Summer League campaign on Wednesday evening running up an impressive 24 point victory over Cumann Peadar Naofa (Warrenpoint) in front of a home crowd. The win ...

congratulations to the u-7 football team who won the pat mcflynn bowl this morning

Thank you to Tullylish for a lovely morning. What a great to way to finish the season!! The boys played exceptionally well in all matches and displayed great skill and determination. A special mention to Jack McG ...

county champions back to ballyvarley hall

The Pride of Aghaderg -County Champions 2022 Down Minor County Champions - doesn't that sound fantastic !!! . ...

u-17 footballers are county champions

Congratulations to our minor team and their coaches on their championship win down at Tullylish this afternoon. Match report to follow. More photos in 'Photo gallery'.

u15 hurlers through to championship final.

Congratulations to the U-15 Hurlers who are through to the All-County B Championship final after beating Kilclief on a scoreline of 3-19 to 3-10 in a pulsating encounter. After leading by 8 points at the half time whistle, Kilclief battled ...

45 years on: the all-ireland minor champions of 1977

To mark 45 years since their achievement of winning the county’s first All-Ireland Minor Football title, members of the 1977 panel and management gathered at the Canal Court Hotel last Friday night for a reunion. The Ulster title was hard earned that year, an ...

championship final - all roads lead to tullylish

On Sunday at 2 o'clock our U-17 lads travel to Tullylish to play St Michaels, Magheralin in the Championship Final. We are calling out for as much support as we can get to get these lads over the line. I'd encourage anyone with a red jersey ...

aghaderg gac and ballyvarley hc camping night and bbq great success

Great night/early morning craic was mighty! Well done to all involved in the organisation and running of such a great event. More photo's of the night in 'Photo gallery'

under 8 and 10 camogie

Our U-8 & U-10 girls enjoyed a beautiful sunny morning of camogie at Park Esler versus Newry Shamrocks /Ballyholland and Dromara. The girls w ...

only 1 sleep to go until our club big camp out & bbq

Come pitch your tent from 3 o’clock onwards Saturday BBQ from 7.00 - 9.00 pm Movie from 7.45 - 9.30 pm ...

the derg lads through to the final

Tonight the U-17 lads travelled to face a much fancied Saval team in the Championship Semi Final.  The reds began slow and gifted Saval two goals in the first ten minutes but dug deep to keep themselves in the gam ...

u-11.5 boys enjoy drumgath tournament.

Well done to our young Reds on their super experience at the Pat Meade tournament this morning.  The boys did very well, winning the first 2 of their 3 group games, and ...

u-7's win kevin murphy memorial plate

Congratulations to the U-7 team who won the Kevin Murphy Memorial Plate at Clann Na Banna this morning. The boys worked so hard in the heat and showed lots of skill in every match. Special thanks to the parents, coaches and U-14 Eoghan for helping out on the side line. Congra ...

mini reds

Well done to the younger boys and girls in the club who enjoyed the sunshine during this morning's fundamental activities...... And the wee treat at the end to help them cool down!!!

aghaderg u-12 ladies footballers grace the hallowed turf!

Today, 5 of our super U-12 ladies team took part in the Croke Park activity day at HQ. The girls represented the club with great aplomb taking part in matches on the Croke Park pitch! What an honour ...

u-11.5 narrowly lose out to longstone

Longstone 6-7 Aghaderg 5-8 Aghaderg's young Reds gave an heroic display this evening, despite only being able to field 9 players. After a slow start and the concessions of early goals, our boys produced a great comeback, to ensure the game was score for score right ...

u-15 football dundrum 2-1 aghaderg 3-15

Our U15’s were on their travels again, this time the destination was Dundrum. This was the last game in the championship group stage and the lads wanted to finish the campaign with another good performance. Match report in 'Results' section.

u-14 ladies

U-14 ladies cool down before the warm up…. Fair play to them …. 21 girls putting in the effort at training tonight!

u-12 ladies lose out in local derby

Our U-12LGFA travelled with a depleted squad to neighbours Tullylish and put on a terrific team performance. The girls worked incredibly hard against a team vying to finish top of the league, and despite the un ...

congratulations to u-14 camogs clodagh and cliodhna

Congratulations to our amazing U-14 camogs Clodagh Simpson and Cliodhna Mc Grath who were part of the successful Down development panels.A great experience for Clodagh and Cliodhna who had the opportunity to pa ...

u-14 ladies footballers put in 2 thrilling performances

On Sunday the development team played at home to Mayobridge B. This was their second game of the league. The effort and determination these girls displayed couldn’t be faulted, they were unlucky a few scores didn’t go their way. The ...

join us for our annual club bbq and camp out.

This is to raise much needed funds for our club so please come out to support your club. Tickets for both the Camp Out and BBQ must be booked in advance.

all-ireland camogie finals day

A fantastic day out watching the All-Ireland camogie finals in Croke Park and a great experience for Clodagh and Cliodhna who had the opportunity to parade around Croke Park with the Down U-14 development team. Congratulations to Antrim, Galway and Kilkenny!More photos in 'Phot ...

club bbq and camp out

Have you booked your pitch yet? Reminder that camping pitches must be booked by 12th August by contacting one of the below. ...

u-15 football

Aghaderg 7-14  Annaclone  1-2 Our U-15’s hosted Annaclone this evening in the latest stage of championship football. These two sides now know each other very well as they have meet on four occasions this year with Aghaderg winning o ...

u-13s entertain against drumgath

The U-13 lads hosted Drumgath this evening in a brilliant game of football. Following a good run of hard working and improved performances the lads were well up for this game hoping to reverse the last result against the same team. With some great spells of football and ...

u-11.5 boys play at clann na banna.

Aghaderg's young footballers made the short trip to Banbridge, to put on a great display this morning. This was a close contest, both teams showing their skills throughout. Aghaderg were able to work some smart scores, and grabbed great goals at the finish. Well done to the b ...

all-ireland lgfa finals

Aghaderg's U-16, U-14, and U-12 girls had a fantastic day out today at the LGFA All Ireland Finals at Croke Park. More photos in 'Photo Gallery'. 

camp out at the pitch saturday 27th august

£30 for your pitch BBQ - Adult pack & complimentary alcoholic beverage £7.50 C ...

u11.5 boys host st john bosco.

Well done to our young footballers for their efforts tonight, against a strong Bosco team.  It was a tough opening half for our boys, but they increased work rate after the interval, with nice passing moves, and some super score taking.  Thanks for the hom ...

minors camogs edge mayobridge in championship

With only 15 players available our minor Camogs had to dig deep to win a scrappy game in Mayobridge last night 2-7 to 2-4. The girls now play Bredagh next Monday in the next round. Scorers tonight: N McGrath 0-5, C Morgan 1-0, S Morgan 1-0, E Smyth 0-1, C Brackenbury 0-1.

u-7.5 hurlers and camogs

The mini Reds travelled to Killeavy for a fun packed evening of hurling.  We played our hosts in a number of small sided games and for some on the team it was their firs ...

congratulations tara

Tara becomes the 1st County Down singer to represent Ulster at the All Ireland Fleadh in traditional Irish singing. She now competes with the 7 other provincial finalists at Mullingar in two weeks time. Ádh mór"

u-15 táin óg south ulster north leinster hurling final

U-15 Hurling Commiserations to the U-15 hurlers who lost the U-15 Táin Óg South Ulster North Leinster Final in heart-breaking circumstances on a score line of 5-3 to 4-7 to a ...

a wonderful week

A WONDERFUL WEEK OF FUN GAMES AND CRAIC AT AGHADERG KELLOGG'S GAA CUL CAMPS.... Eighty young people from our ...

u-12 lgfa

Last night the U-12 girls made the trip to Annaclone for their latest game in the league and came up a very strong and physical side and they were able to use the strong wind to their advantage in the first half.  Such is the progres ...

u-14 ladies team day

Today the U-14s ladies footballers travelled to Colin Glen forest park, for a day of fun and adventure.  They were treated to 2 different zip lines- 250m forest flyover and Irelands longest zip line 700m with the girls climbing 100ft to the start line. ...

u-12 ladies come out top in local derby

Aghaderg U-12 LGFA welcomed nearest neighbours Clann na Banna to Ballyvarley last night and played a highly entertaining and attacking game in what proved to be pretty awful conditions. The girls produced some of their best football of the season capping off some wonderful passin ...

condolences to mcalinden family

Aghaderg GAC & Ballyvarley HC committee, members and players regret the death of Lawrence McAlinden, father of Caroline Burns who is a member of our finance sub-committee, father-in-law of our coach Liam and grandfather of juvenile players Aisling, Orlaith, Brogan, Niamh, ...

u-15 football league final

All roads lead to Liatroim On Thursday evening our U-15 lads play their league final against a very strong Bredagh B team. The Two teams have won every game in their Leagues and now come head to head for the right to be crowned league champions. ...

u-11.5 boys win the plate at clann na banna

Our boys had a great time at the Collie Campbell tournament in Banbridge on Saturday. Aghaderg were in a very tough group, with Clann Eireann, Drumgath, Errigal Ciaran, Mayobridge & Bredagh, s ...

u-8 girls

Another amazing team performance from our little warriors today. They are coming on so well with each match. It was a sunny but very windy day as you can tell by the hair in the picture . W ...

condolences to mccartan family

Aghaderg GAC & Ballyvarley HC committee, members and players regret the death of Brian McCartan, father of former Camogie players Brita and Blánad, father-in-law of our coach Aileen and Grandfather of juvenile players Brian, Ciara and Aoife. We extend our deepest sympathy to ...

u11.5 boys play away to glenn.

Well done to our young footballers tonight, they performed courageously against our local rivals from down the A1. Its been a busy week for some of these boys, especially the P7s, quite a few well tired out after this evening"s efforts. It was a good contest tonight, even ...

aghaderg u-13s serve up a treat

With a break between league and championship, Aghaderg U-13s have been keeping their skills sharp with challenge matches last week against Atticall and this week against our neighbours Clanna Banna. All of our games this year have been very competitive and these two games pro ...

aghaderg u-17s beaten by glenn

Hard luck to the young reds in the league final tonight in Dromara. It was one of those nights for the Derg men who unfortunately couldn't get going and apart from the first 15mins were chasing a very determined and dominant G ...

down u-14 county blitz

Well done to our U-14 girls Macie, Clodagh and Cliodhna who were competing in county development blitzes this morning in Armagh and Tyrone. Special congratulations to Macie who was part of the winning team in Tyrone!

u-17 league final - all roads lead to dromara

On Monday evening our U-17 lads play their league final against close neighbours Glenn. The teams have played twice this year already with a win each so it should be a good contest on the evening. The match has been fixed for 19:30 in Dromara. It w ...

u-11.5 boys travel to tullylish.

Aghaderg faced one of the strongest teams in their league tonight, and played their part in a very competitive and exciting game. The young Reds worked extremely hard throughout. It was a super effort all round, with impressiv ...

u-8 girls

Our U-8 girls had a match yesterday evening against our neighbours Clan na Banna. They played 4 x 10 min matches of top quality football. After the first 10 mins they didn't let Clan na Banna score for the next 30 with some great defending. The g ...

u-10 ladies continue to impress

Our U-10 LGFA team continued to impress making the short trip to Clann na Banna last night. The girls passing, tackling and shooting was impressive throughout. The young reds are showing signs of improvement and progression every time they pull on the shirt and the coaches ar ...

primary school blitz

Aghaderg P5, P6 and P7 camogs travelled to blustery Dromara this morning for another All County blitz. The girls came up against teams from Castlewellan, Liatroim, Ballycran and Ballela. Everyone played their part in all games with lots of ...

u-8 camogie blitz

The young camogs travelled to Dromara this morning for our second primary school blitz of the season. The girls played brilliantly securing wins in all our games. Great team work and skill being developed.More photos in 'Photo Gallery'. ...

u-10 lgfa blitz

Our U-10 LGFA team made the short trip to Annaclone this afternoon to take part in a 4 team blitz, our first ever outing at this age group. The girls played incredibly well and grew in confidence with each game, and were competitive throughout. ...

movie nights 24th & 25th june

MOVIE NIGHT 12-16 years Friday 24th June at 9pm Under 12s Saturday 25th June at 7.30pm ...

u-8's play their first match

Aghaderg U-8 Girls created history today, when they played their first ladies football match at this level. Their opponents on the day were neig ...

hurling fest!!!

U7.5 and U9.5 Boys took part in their 2nd All-County blitz in a sunny and windy Red High, Downpatrick. The boys put on another impressive displa ...

mixed fortunes for u-14 girls teams

Our U-14A team concluded the first half of their Division 1 season with a home match against Bredagh at Aghaderg on Sunday afternoon. Unfortunately the girls fell short, despite a tremendous effort for the ful ...

u11.5 boys entertain ballyholland.

Aghaderg's young footballers continued their South Down league fixtures in pleasant conditions at Ballyvarley this morning. Our boys had a bit of a slow start, but were the dominant team throughout. The Reds played their best f ...

derg u-17s into the league final

Tonight the lads travelled to St Michael's with the aim of securing a well earned place in the league final. Working hard for each other with some fine examples of high fielding, passing and closing down the opposition the young reds went in 1-8 to 0-5 up at half time. ...

st patrick's are ulster ladies champions

Congratulations to our Aghaderg girls who won the Ulster Schools title today with St Patrick’s Banbridge. Clodagh was player of the match!! ...

u-12 ladies lose out in local derby

Aghaderg U-12 LGFA team welcomed Tullylish to Ballyvarley this evening and produced a very spirited and competitive game for the visitors. After the disappointment of the previous week the young reds produced a wonderful team performance with much im ...

u-14 girls bounce back in style

The U-14A team played host to county champions Carryduff on Sunday at Aghaderg. Following their defeat the previous week by Liatroim, a good start was required from the ...

comhghairdeas leis na scoláirí uilig! congratulations to all our students!

Irish teacher Gearóid Ó Lochlainn visited Aghaderg GAC/Ballyvarley HC on Saturday 14th May 2022 to present awards to the students who completed Irish classes with him in 2021/22. ...

u-13 footballers win again

Tonight in the wet damp conditions the young reds hosted An Riocht in the next round of their league. They certainly don't make them small in An Riocht and the much taller and physically stronger away team domina ...

u-17 footballers win in darragh cross

The lads played Darragh Cross tonight in the first of their three games this week. Determined to keep their run going they sta ...

u-11.5 boys dig deep away to burren.

Another brilliant performance from Aghaderg's young footballers today. Right from the throw-in, it was clear we were facing a very strong, ...

u-14 ladies football

Both U-14 teams had fixtures today. Both teams were down in numbers due to a few injuries. TheDevelopment team played at home to St Michaels, the girls bat ...

primary school camogie blitz

Aghaderg Camogie P5/P6/P7 girls got their first competitive outing of the season this morning when they attended a blitz in sunny Castlewellan. This was an all county blitz and the girls got ...

primary school all county blitz

Another sunny Saturday and another underage camogie blitz in Castlewellan. This time the P1s, 2s and 3s showed off their skills against Ballygalget, Ballela, Attical an ...

u-12 lgfa

U-12 LGFA The girls made the short trip to local rivals Clann na Banna this evening for their third league game of the season. They shook off the disappointment of the previous run out and the girls imposed themselves on the game a ...

u-17 lads chalk up another win

The lads travelled to Holywood tonight to take on St Paul's in the next round of their league fixtures. From the start they dominated in every position winning all their individual battles and playing some very nice football. The defence ...

well deserved result for our u-13 lads

Tonight the young Derg men travelled to Glassdrumman determined to come down the road with a win. From the start they were really up for it with fantastic performances ...

u-14 camogie

Aghaderg 1-4 v Ballygalet 5-4 Aghaderg continued their Division 1 league campaign t ...

u-11.5 boys impress again at home

Another super performance for Aghaderg today, this time against St Michaels, on a beautiful morning in Ballyvarley. The first half was quite competitive ...

u-12 camogie

Aghaderg U-12 camogs travelled to Kilcief this morning to participate in another all county blitz. The girls demonstrated great defensive skill ...

under 7.5 blitz

Our young Camogs and Hurlers had a fantastic outing today at their first blitz of the season in Downpatrick. For many in the team this was their ...

u-17 footballers earn another two points

Our U-17 lads played at home tonight against St Michael's. The lads started of strong scoring 1-01 early after the throw in and from then on were on the front foot. ...

aghaderg girls perform well at u-15 feile peil na nog.

A young Aghaderg team entered the Feile for the first time in their history and were placed in the A division along with Burren, Clonduff, Bredagh, Bryansford and Annaclone. The young team performed admirably in every game and ...

u-11.5 boys win big up at atticall.

On a damp Sunday morning, our brave young footballers made the long trip up the mountains for their 3rd league game of the season. ...

football update

Congratulations to our U-11/13 player Alex Gourley, who represented St Francis' & Aghaderg today while playing at halftime during the Down game. Hopefully Alex will get another chance to pull on ...

u-12 camogie

The U-12s had their first blitz of the season in Castlewellan this morning. They played 6 games in total giving them plenty of competitive actio ...

aghaderg senior footballers off to a winning start

Aghaderg Senior Footballers made the trip to Glasdrumman on Friday evening for their first league fixture of 2022. The game started at a very fast pace with both sides getting into good scoring positions. Two quick points from ...

u-9’s (the nifty 9’s) flying high

Our U-9’s made the short trip to Annaclone this weekend to play in the South Down league. Our lads started slow in the first third against a strong breeze, but there was no stopping this team in the last two third’s. ...

u-14 ladies field two teams

Aghaderg U-14 ladies football made club history today fielding 2 teams in this seasons league. Both teams played exceptionally well and we could not ask any more from t ...

naomh padraig's are all county b feile champions 2022

Hurling Féile Congratulations to the U-15 hurlers who came through a tough day's hurling in Portaferry unbeaten to be crowned All-Coun ...

u-7 footballers come out on top in local derby

U-7’s played host to Clann a Banna this morning. This was the first outing for the team. Tackling was excellent throughout and there were some very classy scores from Aghaderg. Well done to all the boys, keep up the hard w ...

down u-14 ladies through to all-ireland semi-final

Well done to Cliodhna, Clodagh and Emma who played in todays match and helped Down get through to U-14 All Ireland Semi Final after beating Dublin 5-11 to 1-2

goals galore in the derg

Aghaderg 9-12   Annaclone 2-6 Our U-15 footballers kicked off their first league game of 2022 in style. From the first whistle to the last wh ...

u-12 ladies get league underway against glenn

Tonight our U-12 LGFA team made the short trip to neighbouring Glenn for our first league match of the season. After a difficult first few minutes the girls settled wel ...

ballyvarley take the spoils in west down derby.

Ballyvarley 0-13 Ballela 0-12 The reds timed their final push perfectly to take the points in this exciting, competitive local derby. There was nothing between the sides throughout this typically tempestuous affair with th ...

condolences to the patterson family

Our deepest sympathies to our assistant football coach Martin Patterson, his wife Kerrie and sons Harry and Charlie on the death of their Dad/Grandfather/Father in law, Jim (Petesy) Patterson. Our deepest condolences to Martin and his family at this ...

u-12 ladies v shamrocks

Our U-12 Ladies Football team travelled to Newry Shamrocks tonight for our first run out in challenge game and the young reds put on a spirited display throughout the game with some fine passages of play, strong tackling, powerful running resulting in some fine scores ...

condolences to the maguire family

Aghaderg GAC & Ballyvarley HC regret the death of Mary Maguire, wife of former playing member Sean. Our deepest condolences to Sean, his sons Gerard and Kevin who w ...

congratulations to the winners of our easter hampers

'Champions' Hamper - Hannah Duffy 'Marvellous Men' Hamper - Ann-Marie Moran ...

aghaderg u-16's get off to winning start

Aghaderg U-16 camogs got the season off to winning ways this evening travelling to Dromara for a challenge game. This Dromara side have had their team strengthened this year with some Liatroim Fontenoy girls who have transferred for the season. ...

u11.5 boys' begin league with win away to clonduff.

Aghaderg's young footballers were very impressive at a chilly Hilltown this morning. In a competitive first half, our lads more than held their own facing into the gale. After th ...

our u-17 footballers start the league with a draw.

For our first league fixture of the season the lads looked nervous in the opening half and went in 5pts down at the break. In the second half they worked hard to close t ...

u-14 ladies development squad start league with a win

Aghaderg ladies U-14 development squad had their first league game today against Ballykinlar. For four of the girls it was their first time playing for U-14s. ...

condolences to the mccourt family

Aghaderg GAC & Ballyvarley HC regret the death of Pat McCourt, former playing member of our club. We extend our deepest sympathy to his wife Margaret , son John and his extended family circle at this very sad time. ...

exciting local derby for u-13's

A great start to the weekend with our U-13 lads who had a very competitive game against local neighbours Clan Na Banna. In a close game with some greats scores and high workrate throughout our lads fought bravely to the end and enjoyed every minute o ...

daniel selected for down u-15 squad

Congratulations to our very own Daniel McKernan on being selected for the U15 Down Squad. It's such an achievement to be selected to play for your county and the entire club is behind yo ...

gaeltacht

Please find below the link for the application form for Gaeltacht scholarships from the County. There will be 25 x £200 scholarships awarded to GAA members attending a ...

2022 electric ireland leinster mhc - tier 3

Leinster Minor Hurling Championship Match The club will be hosting the tie between Antrim v Meath on Saturday at 2.00pm. A great opportunity to see a match at this level, everyone welcome!

condolences to the mcgarrity family

Aghaderg GAC & Ballyvarley HC committee and members regret the death of Brendan McGarrity, Ringsend Road. We extend our deepest sympathy to his wife Bronagh and to the immediate and extended families at this very sad ...

aghaderg's u-14 county players

Aghaderg’s U-14 Down players joined the U-8 girls training today before their Ulster Final! Hard luck to the girls today after losing to Armagh. They now enter the All-Ireland seri ...

u-11 football v st michael's

U11.5 Boys' played their first match of the year, a friendly away at St Michaels Magheralin. Understandably, the lads were a little rusty at the start, but when they go ...

aghaderg girls reach ulster final with down u14 ladies.

All roads lead to Silverbridge, Co. Armagh on Saturday 2nd April at 3pm, as Down & Armagh contest the U-14 Ladies Ulster Final 2022. The Down team will include 3 ...

u17's put in another strong performance.

Our U-17 footballers travelled away to neighbours Saval this morning for another friendly. On a perfect morning for a game our lads worked really hard in the warm conditions and came away with a two point win. ...

u-14 ladies continue their winning start to the season

Well done to the U-14 ladies football development team who played Drumgath this evening. Aghaderg 4-4 Drumgath 3-3

'mini reds'

Well done to the Under 5 boys and girls who started their FUNdamentals season on Saturday morning. It was great to see them working so hard to learn and develop their skills!!! ...

condolences to the lavery family

We extend our deepest sympathy to Aidan Lavery, former Club Chairman, on the death of his mother Kathleen Lavery, Magheralin. We offer our condolences to the immediate and extended Lavery families at this sad time.

read the latest club newsletter - march 2022

The March 2022 edition of the GAA Club Newsletter is now available. This month’s edition includes the following: Details of the 2022 GAA National Club DrawNew GAA funding modelthat prioritises club proposedByrne twins the perfect role-models for female coach ...

great win for u-15 hurlers

U-15 Hurlers had a great first outing of the year winning away to Ballycran, on a scoreline of 5-7 to 4-4. A terrific performance, Well done to all.

down u-14 camogie

Well done to Aghagerg's Clodagh, Cliodhna and Macie on their wins against Slaughtneil today in Belfast. Doing their club and county proud!

derby win for u-14 ladies

Well done to the U-14 ladies football development team who played tullylish on Sunday last. It was a great match and a fantastic team effort Aghaderg 4-1 v Tullylish 2-5

u-14 ladies get off to winning start

Well done to the U-14 ladies who had a great win away to St Brigids Belfast last Wednesday night. Aghaderg 4-7 v St.Brigids 1-4.

our u-17 footballers start with a win

Yesterday morning was the first run out for our U-17 footballers. At at windy St Patrick's 4g pitch we got the lads back into action for 2022. ...

condolences to the murray family

The executive committee, players and members regret the death of Dr Marylou Murray, formerly (Loughbrickland). We extend our deepest sympathy to the immediate and extended Murray Families at this very sad time.

membership 2022 reminder

Membership 2022 Reminder We will also be at th ...

read the latest club newsletter - february 2022

The February edition of the GAA Club Newsletter is now available. This month’s edition includes the following: Why we need to listen to women and learn from the tragic death of Ashling Murphy.Updated GAA Covid 19 advice.Four year extension of partnership with Ir ...

condolences to the mcconville family

We extend our deepest sympathies to Ciara Devlin, our Irish language and cultural officer, and Eunan (former hurling player) on the death of their brother, Damian McConville. The executive committee and members extend our condol ...

down u-14 camogie panel

Congratulations to, Clodagh Simpson, Macie Haggart and Cliodhna Mc Grath on their selection to the Down U14 Camogie panel!

a great representation from aghaderg

On behalf of our club we would like to wish St Patrick’s College (Banbridge) and our U13 & U15 players; Aaron Keenan, Conor McQuaid, Anjum Hussian, Eoghan Divine, Brendan Devlin & Jack O’Hare good luck in The Nannery Cup ...

down ladies u-14's

Well done Emma, Clodagh and Cliodhna Down U14 Girls Our ...

down u-16 camogie panel announced

Congratulations to Olivia Devlin and Emer Smyth on their selection for the Down U16 camogie team.

child safeguarding for aghaderg gac and ballyvarley hc

This is the Child Safeguarding Statement for Aghaderg GAC & Ballyvarley HC. Included below are the contact details for our Club Children’s Officer (CCO) and Designated Person (DLP).CHILDREN'S OFFICERHelen Morgan07711747011Email: childrensofficer.aghaderg.down@gaa.ieCLUB DESIG ...

aghaderg gac and ballyvarley hc u-5 fundamentals skills

This year at U-5 we are introducing an integrated approach to training for both boys and girls. Combining elements of, Football, Hurling and Camogie to focus on fundamental movement and motor skills, such as balance, agility, coordination, running, throwing, catching, jumping, ki ...

code of behaviour underage and maintaining appropriate levels of behaviour

The CODE OF BEHAVIOUR UNDERAGE and MAINTAINING APPROPRIATE LEVELS OF BEHAVIOUR IN OUR WORK WITH CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE has been revised on 27/11/21. These documents const ...

club prize draw winners

Winners of our recent Club Fundraising Draw were;1st Gerard McGrath  Hotel break for two including breakfast in the Marker hotel Dublin, Saturday 16th July (All-Ireland Hurling Weekend).2nd Emer O'NeillDrinks Hamper3rd Ruairi McMahonRice's Hotel Voucher £504th Shannon McMahonO'Ne ...

juvenile hurling and camogie start training

The P3 to P7 hurlers and camogs got their training kicked off on Saturday at the club. Well done to all the children who showed great enthusiasm revising their skills and never even noticed the cold conditions. Here's to a great season ahead.

first match of the season for u-14 ladies

U-14 ladies footballers had their first challenge match of the season today in Mayobridge. The girls battled hard in the tough weather conditions…. Hopefully everyone has warmed up by now!!

down u-14 ladies footballers triumphant over tyrone

Well done to the three Aghaderg ladies who played today on the U-14 Down ladies football panel. They fielded 2 teams. Cliodhna and Emma played in the first match and Clodagh In the second. Down won both matches against Tyrone ...

down minor camogs get off to winning start

Well done to Tara, Claire and Niamh, who played in Down minor team in Co Offaly to beat Kerry by 2-8 to 2-7.

membership 2022 + down draw tickets on sale

Membership 2022 DOWN DRAW TICKETS NOW ON SALE! This is one of the main sources of revenue for our club as for every ticket sold the club receiv ...

condolences to mcgrath/sands family

The Aghaderg GAC and Ballyvarley HC executive committee, players and members regret the death of Kathleen McGrath, wife of the late Sean McGrath one of the founder members of our club, mother of our former camogie players Katr ...

u-14 ladies training gets underway

Thursday night kicked off the training for the U-14 ladies footballers- 22 girls braved the elements on a cold wet night.

aghaderg trio selected for down u-14 ladies football panel

Congratulations to the three girls from Aghaderg and to all the girls who have been selected We would like to Wish the girls and management Good Luck for 2022 !!

some free online nutrition information sessions.

Sign up for these FREE online nutrition information sessions with Registered Dietitians throughout February! Open to everyone. If the dates/times don’t suit or for other nutrition topics, p ...

u-14 and u-16 camogs get training

The U-14 & U-16 Aghaderg Camogie girls got their season started tonight with training at the club. Well done to all the girls in very cold and wet conditions. Here's to a great season ahead for these girls in both age groups.

condolences to mckiverigan family

Aghaderg GAC and Ballyvarley HC regret the death of Michael McKiverigan, former playing footballer and hurler. We extend our deepest sympathy to the immediate and extended family circle at this very sad time.

condolences to donald family

The Aghaderg GAC and Ballyvarley HC executive committee, players and members regret the death of Agnes Donald, mother of Brendan Donald former senior hurler, coach and manager. We extend our deepest sympathy to Brendan, Gregory and the extended family circle.

memorial for ashling

There was a big turnout for tonight's vigil at the club to remember Ashling Murphy RIP. We are thinking of her parents, her siblings, her boyfriend, teammates, students, work and comhaltas colleagues. https://www.facebook.com/100000121540199/videos/pcb.5029542697102730/3169029120 ...

new season for g4mo

Gaelic for Mothers & Others are starting back on WEDNESDAY at 7pm. We're going to start with a walking group, parking up at Tescos at the boulevard. This is a great way to get everyone back together before our pitch sessions start and for new people to ...

vigil for ashling

On Monday evening at 7pm we will hold a vigil at our pitch in memory of Ashling Murphy led by our camogs. Everyone is welcome to come along and take part, bringing a candle, torch or use the torch on your phone. ...

niamh is u-16 county players player of the year

Many congratulations to Niamh McGrath who recently recieved the award for U-16 County Players player of the year 2021. Niamh is presented with her award by Ulster Camogie Chairperson Deirdre McGrath.Well done Niamh!

pips hope and support

Big thank you to Sinead and Mairead from Aghaderg GAC-Ballyvarley HC Gaelic4Mothers & Others for visiting the PIPS Hope and Support office to make two presentations this evening. ...

gaa december newsletter now available

You can now view GAA Newsletter for December at the link below. https://www.gaa.ie/news/read-the-latest-club-newsletter-december-2021/

crowdfunder with sport northern ireland.

Has your sport club been impacted by coronavirus? We’re here to help! You could get up to £5,000 in match funding from Sport Northern Irelandhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/145270892196626/user/100063789333762/ ...

am comórtais / competition time!!!

Design a Scór Christmas jumper / Déan dearadh ar gheansaí Nollag Scór We are asking for entries for our Christmas jumper competition. Please design a jumper that encapsulates everything that is grea ...

ulster senior champions 2020

Club Chairperson Deirdre McGrath, presents Slaughtneil with the Ulster Senior Camogie Championship Trophy.

aghaderg gac and ballyvarley hc agm

The Executive Committee of Aghaderg GAC Ballyvarley HC hereby gives notice of the Club’s Annual General Meeting on ...

club president's christmas high tea

Hi All… It’s Daddy’s 90th in a few weeks and to mark the occasion we are having a get together in the hall 12th December. We’d love to see you all there and all proceeds in aid of MacMillan Cancer Support. We are operating hourly slots from 12-4 on the day due to capacity ...

circuit training for seniors

Team Magill has planned circuit training for our senior footballers beginning Monday 15th November and will run for 6 weeks. All new and old players are very welcome. Day/times Monday - 20:00 Wednesd ...

condolences to patterson family

Our deepest sympathies to our football coach Martin Patterson, his wife Kerrie (G4MO) and juvenile players Harry and Charlie on the death of their mother/granny Bridget Patterson. Our deepest condolences to Martin and his fami ...

aghaderg quartet are schools camogie ulster champions

Well done to Our Lady’s Grammar School U-16 Camogie team, who had a 4-6 to 2-10 win over St Joseph’s Crossmaglen to win the Ulster Championship! Congratulations to the Aghaderg Girls, Cara, Katie, Rona-May and Sophie on such a great win!

football notice

The football Sub Committee are currently organising management/coaches/helpers for all age groups including senior football for 2022 to include: Senior football management t ...

aghaderg gac and ballyvarley hc agm 2021

The Executive Committee of Aghaderg GAC Ballyvarley HC hereby gives notice of the Club’s Annual General Meeting on ***Sunday 5th December 2021 at 4pm*** ...

jhc ballyvarley v’s warrenpoint

Ballyvarley put in their best performance of the year yesterday in a very thrilling game of hurling.  As usual the Reds got off to a very slow start but a a well taken goal deep into injury time of the first half gave the Reds a glimmer of hope. ...

condolences to murray family

Aghaderg GAC & Ballyvarley HC regret the death of Hugh Murray, father of our senior hurler and coach Jamie Murray.  We extend our deepest sympathy to Jamie, his imme ...

'gaa generations' project seeking members to contribute

Wonderful initiative from GAA Healthy Clubs to engage our younger and older members. Further information at link below including how to become involved. https:// ...

road-safe ni newry mourne & down committee

This shirt was presented to the Colgan family in recognition for the fundraising done in Mark’s memory for Road-safe NI Newry Mourne & Down Committee. They would like to thank the Club for all their help love & support over this last 7 + years.

u-13 ladies are county b champions

Congratulations to our U-13 Ladies Footballers who won the County B Championship today in Liatroim.They were just too strong for Bryansford on the day and were convincing winners.Match report to follow!!See photos from today's final in 'Photo Gallery'.

lights on for baby loss awareness week

On Friday night we joined the global wave of light to mark the end of Baby Loss Awareness Week Our pitch floodlights were on for one hour from 7-8pm https ...

u-13 ladies are county championship finalists!!

U-13 ladies footballers have made it into the County final after a nail biting game. The girls battled hard throughout Aghaderg 5-6 Bredagh B 4-4.Come along next Sunday to support this young group of exceptional footballers.DOWN CHAMPIONSHIP FINALSunday 24th Oct @11.30am in Liatr ...

g4mo's wrap up their season

A great day for Aghaderg's girls and G4MO's team at St James GFC. A big thanks to them for a great set up with food and drinks after the match. It was a great day to end this years gaelic for the l ...

aghaderg quartet through to schools camogie ulster final

Congratulations to Aghaderg Girls, Katie Mooney, Sophie McComiskey, Rona-May Grew and Cara Brackenbury. Our Lady's U-16 Camogs took on St Columba’s Portaferry today in the semi final of the County Competition. They came out convincing winners and march on to the Ulster final. ...

our u9/u11 lgfa squad challenge matches

Our U9/U11 LGFA squad made their way to Crumlin today to play 2 challenge games as the curtain raiser to our Gaelic for Mother’s and Others game against Naomh Seamus. Both young teams played brilliantly throughout and helped u ...

condolences to mcgrath/brannigan family

Aghaderg GAC & Ballyvarley HC regret the death of Jimmy Joe Brannigan brother of our Chairperson, Deirdre McGrath. We extend our condolences to Deirdre, Francie, Mark & ...

tractor run raises £3,024.

Following the very successful tractor run which took place a couple of weeks ago, we can now confirm the total amount raised was £3,024! We want to say a massive thank you t ...

u-5's finish the season with treats

After a wonderful 1st season our Fantastic Fives were rewarded today with medals and treats. The babies of our club have done us proud throughout the season, they even managed to fit in a blitz this year against our neighbours Clann Na Bann. Huge thanks to our Coaches Ruairi, ...

condolences to lennon/loughran family

Aghaderg GAC & Ballyvarley HC regret the death of Rita Lennon mother of our past player, coach and manager Gerard Lennon and grandmother of player Jonathan Lennon. We extend our deepest symp ...

gaa national inclusive fitness day, 2021

Healthy Club were delighted to participate in the GAA National Inclusive Fitness Day, 2021 “GAA Healthy Families". #GAAClann. Our U13 Girls Footballers were wonderful hosts and ...

u-9 footballers finish the season

After a very successful season the Aghaderg Nifty 9’s had their last training session on Saturday. All the boys put in a great effort all year and won 90% of their matches … we also won the shield in Tullylish blitz. On behalf of the coaches we would like to thank all the boys an ...

"gaa healthy clubs my mind matters challenge"

Would you like to join the "GAA Healthy Clubs My Mind Matters Challenge" challenge from MyLife? Just tap on the following link: http://web.mylife.irishlife.ie/challenges/6149c5ec182a447b984e34f8? ...

u13 ladies footballers are through to championship semi finals.

The girls faced a tough challenge in Castlewellan. They had to fight for every ball and score but in true U-13 style they played their hearts out and secured their win and in to the next round of the championsh ...

niamh makes schools ulster camogie elite team

Congratulations to Year 12 Pupil Niamh McGrath who has been selected on to the Schools Ulster Camogie Elite Team. Niamh currently plays for the Aghaderg and Down Camogie Teams. Best wishes Niamh for your future championships.

u-7 hurlers/camogs finish for the season

U-7 Camogs and Hurlers finished up their seasons training with a few fun games and of course a wee treat. Big well done to all the boys and girls for their hard work over the months…. Thanks to the parents for their support also. More photo's in 'Gallery' section. ...

g4m&o's raffle in aid of p.i.p.s

Aghaderg's Gaelic for Mothers & Others (G4M&O's) team are running a raffle in aid of P.I.P.S hope and support charity. This is a very worth while cha ...

u-13 ladies league champions presentation

U-13 Ladies received their league trophies and medals tonight for winning U-13 Spring C League and U-13 Summer B League. Thanks to Ciara Gilroy Down LGFA PRO for coming to the club tonight to present the trophies to the girls. More photos in 'Gallery' section.

christmas club gear order

Orders are now being collected for Club gear to arrive in time for Christmas. Orders can be placed using the Klubfunder link below. Orders will be collected until Sunday 26th September to ensure delivery arrives before Christmas. We are also collecting orde ...

terrific support for tractor run!!

There was great support at the club last Sunday afternoon for our first ever tractor run. A lovely day made for a very enjoyable event for everyone. A special thanks to the organiser Damien Simpson f ...

u-13 ladies league champions celebrate in style

U-13 ladies party in-style after winning in-style. The girls enjoyed a training session with a difference…. There was plenty of fun, food and fizzy drinks to be had. Big thanks to Retro Pizzeria for donating the pizzas for ton ...

condolences to armstrong/stevenson family

Our deepest sympathies to our senior hurling player Richard Armstrong on the death of his mother Anne. Our deepest condolences to Richard and his family at this time. Ar dh ...

condolences to simpson family

Aghaderg GAC and Ballyvarley HC regret the death of former playing member Charlie Simpson. We extend our deepest sympathy to the immediate and extended Simpson and Farrell family circle. ...

u-13 hurlers are all county b champions !!!!

The U-13s came through a tough battle against Bredagh A to be crowned All-County B champions on a scoreline of 3-6 to 3-1. In a tight first half Dún Árd dominated but struggled to convert their possessions into scores. Bredagh were more eff ...

ballyvarley/craobh rua into the county final!!!

The U-13s, who are joined up with Craobh Rua for the year under the name Dún Ard, won a thrilling and hard fought Championship semi-final away to league champions and previously unbeaten Kilclief, to earn a place in the Down Championship final. The team got off to a gre ...

club tractor run sunday 5th september

Club Tractor Run on Sunday 5th September @ 12 Noon. Registration from 12noon. Leaving club @ 12.30. £10 per tractor. £5 ...

mental health first aid ireland

Mental Health First Aid Ireland are offering a Youth Mental Health First Aid course on 2nd and 3rd September 2021, fully funded through their partnership with the HSE. This course is aimed at any adult who works with, lives with or supports young people aged between 12 ...

u-15 camogie feile

Our U-15 camogs travelled to Kilcoo this morning for the John West County Feile. We were in group 2 along with Castlewellan, Ballycran and Mayobridge. Despite testing conditions due to the wet weathe ...

abc council updates

ABC Council Updates: Men’s Health & Lifestyle Programme An 8-week free programme for men will commence on Thursday 9th September at Bannside ...

encompass all: trail-o

Encompass All: Trail-O ABC Council in partnership with Orchard Country Orienteers are organising the next Trail Orienteering (Trail-O) event to take place on Sunday 22nd August from 2pm – 4.30pm at Gosford Park. Trail Orienteering (Trail-O) is a form of inc ...

aghaderg five on the down minor team

Well done to the five girls representing the club playing for the Down minor camogie team recently: Maria Stewart, Edel Stewart, Tara McAnarney, Katie Morgan and Claire Morgan. They played and drew with Kerry in Offaly! A very entertaining match

barra makes u-15 down hurling team

Well done to Barra Mag Fhionnbhairr who represented our club playing for Down on Saturday at the U-15 inter county Blitz in Hilltown! Barra played in both games where Down came out on top vs Armag ...

tractor run and bbq 5th september

Tractor Run and BBQ Sunday 5th September.SAVE THE DATE!!! A fun day to look forward to!

healthy clubs projects

We’ve done it! We’ve successfully completed our Healthy Club Projects over the past 18 months and will receive funding of €1,000 to support Healthy Club Initiatives  https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/gaahealth?__gid__=145270892 ...

aghaderg duo make the down squad

Congratulations to Claire Morgan and Niamh McGrath on making their way onto the Down U-16 Camogie panel.Good luck girls.  

june gaa club newsletter

Please find attached a link to the latest edition of the GAA Club Newsletter, June 2021 with information, news and updates for club officers, players and the wider membership.   https://www.gaa.ie/news/read-the-latest-club-newsletter-june-2021/

guard of honour for father tony

Guard of Honour The club will form part of the guard of honour on Thursday as Fr Corr's remains arrive in St Patrick's Church Loughbrickland. Club members are asked to attend in club colours if available, meeti ...

club is shocked by the sudden passing of our parish priest fr tony corr

It is with great shock and sadness that we have learned of the death of our parish priest, Very Rev Father Tony Corr today. We extend our sincere sympathy to Fr Tony's family and friends. ...

down under-16 camogie trials: day 2

There will be a second U-16 TRIALS Session on Sunday 6 June at the Red High. The following players from Aghaderg have been invited back for a second trial and are asked to attend at 10.30am.   Claire Morgan Niamh McGrath Leah Ma ...

condolences to higgins family

Aghaderg GAC & Ballyvarley HC regret the death of Claire Higgins daughter of our former player Patrick and sister of past player Christopher. We extend our deepest sympathy to the immediate and extend families.

back on the field: supporting players return after lockdown

The past fourteen months have been difficult for many during the COVID-19 pandemic. Huge credit must go to all clubs in supporting your players, members and communities during this time. As our adult players return to the play ...

we did it - new defibrillator secured

We did it!! A massive THANK YOU to everyone who has promoted our fundraising and given so generously! The Fundraising page has now closed but for anyone who hasn’t had the chance to ...

car parking guidelines

As we are now back to training and playing across all four codes, the club is extremely busy. In order to maximise parking capacity can anyone parking along the fence at the main pitch please park facing towards the pitch. ...

lifesaving aed fundraising

WE CAN DO IT! Just a further €830.73 needed to reach our target of €2,150 to purchase a LIFESAVING AED to replace our old Club defibrillator. We have collect ...

mental health awareness week 10th - 16th may

PIPS Hope & Support- Join us for Mental Health Awareness Week from 10th - 16th May with this year's theme ‘nature’ to help us all focus on achieving good mental health. ...

specialist stop smoking services for members

Aghaderg GAC & Ballyvarley HC became Smoke Free on 23/9/20. The SHSCT is providing free Specialist Stop Smoking Services, which increase successful quitting, details below: ...

club gear announcement

We are now collecting orders for Club gear for summer. Orders can be placed using our Klubfunder site below. The ordering window will close on Wednesday 19th May and delivery time will be 6-8 weeks after that. Should you have any issues ordering online just let Mairead McGrath (C ...

covid return to play guidelines

Please take a few minutes to read through the information below. Thanks! Monday 10th of May will see the return of Club Fixtures and there is an excitement in the air about ...

healthy club notice

Healthy Club will be having a collection for our new defibrillator on Saturday morning at the Club. Our Club defibrillator is more than 8 years old and guidelines recommend ...

juvenile coaching well under way at all codes

What a turn out this morning for the JUVENILE COACHING SESSIONS. The sun shone as our young boys and girls, many of them for the first time, turned out to be coached in the finer skills of our games, and the enthusiasm of our kids and their coaches was heart-warming to see. We ho ...

aghaderg u-13 girls enjoy the glenn challenge

AGHADERG 4-6 GLENN 2-8 Aghaderg U-13 Girls got their season off to an encouraging start with victory in a spritely football challenge against neighbours Glenn. The sid ...

massive funds raised for newry hospice

Thank You Thursday Massive Thank You to Eugene and Winfred Fullerton from EF Engineering, Banbridge who raised an incredible £8,427.82 for the Hospice before Christmas. Thank you on behalf of Eugene and Winifred ...

covid-19 latest update for gaa members, tuesday 30 march 2021

A chairde,I know you will be aware by now of the positive announcement by the Irish Government this evening that non-contact underage training in pods of 15 will be permitted from April 26th and that full contact Inter-County training at adult level ...

congratulations to connor mcgivern on winning £200 in the first down draw this year, hopefully the first of a few winners!

Official Down GAA Clubs Draw 2 ...

£3600 raised in memory of mark

Where else would this 4x4x48 challenge end, on this beautiful sunny day but Mark’s home club, Aghaderg GFC & Ballyvarley HC. These boys have managed to raise a staggering £3600 in memory of Mark. Thank you Ryan, Darragh & Colum.

maureen simpson scoops lotto jackpot

Congratulations to Maureen Simpson on winning our Club Lotto Jackpot of £3,950. Maureen is seen here receiving her cheque from Cub Treasurer Mairead McGrath.

club membership goes online in 2021

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club extends deepest sympathy to murnaghan family

The committee, players and members of Aghaderg GAC and Ballyvarley HC deeply regret the death of Seamus Murnaghan, Loughbrickland, a former hurler of the club. We exten ...

nourish and grow programme for all ages

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your club needs you!!!! let’s walk ourselves happy & healthy through to the other side of lockdown

You can still enter the MyLife Steps Challenge!! and if we walk 2485 miles/4000km (approximately the distance around Ireland’s coastline) by 3rd March, we will be entered in a draw to win O’Neill’s vouchers Details on how to e ...

gaa issues advice on covid-19 restrictions 1st january

By John Harrington The GAA has issued advice to clubs and counties for activities that are permissible and not permissible in 2021 until further notice. Under Level 5 of the plan for living w ...

december gaa club newsletter

The December edition of the GAA Club Newsletter is now available. You can read and download the December edition of the GAA newsletter from our 'Downloads' section.

hurling development fundraising raffle 10th january

Ballyvarley HC are having a fundraising raffle on Sunday 10th January. The cost of playing hurling has increased dramatically over the years and it is necessary to try and raise much needed funds to keep up with the rising costs of sticks, balls, helmets, coa ...

november gaa club newsletter

The November edition of the GAA Club Newsletter is now available. You can read and download the November edition of the GAA newsletter from our 'Downloads' section.

aghaderg gac and ballyvarley hc send best wishes

The Club would like to send best wishes to the County Camogie team for this Saturday's All-Ireland Intermediate final against Antrim. Throw-in is at 3.45pm in Breffni Park.

bloody sunday centenary

On this day 100 years ago, British forces opened fire on the crowd attending a Gaelic football match in Dublin's Croke Park stadium. November 21, 1920, fans came in their thousands from all across Dublin and beyond to stand on the terra ...

healthy club news

Delighted to share details of Aghaderg GAC Ballyvarley HC and Aghaderg CC Healthy Club Group. Here there are details and links to resources on various Healthy Club Proje ...

healthy club recognition letter

Aghaderg GAC, Ballyvarley HC and Aghaderg CC Healthy Club are proud to post The Healthy Club Recognition Letter from An t-Uachtarán CLG.

club extends deepest sympathy to fitzpatrick family

The committee, players and members of Aghaderg GAC & Ballyvarley HC, deeply regret the recent death of Pattie McGovern, grandmother of our current senior football captain Michael Fitzpatrick. To Michael and his entir ...

certificate of inclusion award

The Club are delighted to have received a Certificate of Inclusion Award for taking part in the GAA National Inclusion Fitness Day on 23 September.

club extends deepest sympathy to leckey family

The club extends our deepest sympathy to the Leckey family on the death of May Leckey, sister of the late Bertie Leckey, our past president. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam

gaa for all webinars series

Over the following month the GAA Healthy Club will be running a series of GAA for All webinars. Please see below details of dates and links to register for each of these. ...

october gaa newsletter now available

The October edition of the GAA Club Newsletter is now available. You can read and download the October edition of the GAA newsletter from our 'Downloads' section.

aghaderg well represented in u-16 ulster camogie final.

Well done to CLAIRE, NIAMH, TARA, EDEL & MARIA who represented the club in the Ulster U-16 Championship Final against Antrim.

club premises closed until firther notice

In accordance with the Ulster GAA guidelines, we have closed our club premises until further notice. We would like to thank all our coaches, volu ...

aghaderg gac and ballyvarley hc agm sunday 22nd november

The Executive Committee of Aghaderg GAC Ballyvarley HC hereby gives notice of the Club’s Annual General Meeting on Sunday 22nd November 2020 at 2pm Given the circumstances this year the AGM may ...

aghaderg u14’s are valiant in championship defeat

Aghaderg U-14 Ladies football team were involved in a high scoring championship thriller against visiting Burren on Sunday. The girls were caught cold by Burren’s intensity at the start and in the opening quarter they fell victim to a five-goal blitz from the visitors and wer ...

virtual midnight memory walk 2020

Aghaderg GAC & Ballyvarley HC Healthy Club and Walking Group are proud to support the Southern Area Hospice’s first ever Virtual Midnight Memory Walk. The community are invited to join the Hospice in a Memory Walk to remem ...

five goal mckernan leads superb aghaderg romp to county u-13 football title

It is not every year that an Aghaderg team wins a County Title so this one should be savoured by everyone involved. East Down Champions, St Pauls Holywood met South Down Champions, Aghaderg in a titanic struggle in Ballykinlar and it was the Super Reds who took ...

joint inclusion charter

Aghaderg GAC & Ballyvarley HC have signed up to the Ulster GAA, Irish FA and Ulster Rugby Joint Inclusion Charter to demonstrate our commitment to being an open and welcoming club for all to participate in. https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/inclusiveclub

inclusion fitness event

Great fun tonight at our Inclusion Fitness Event We were delighted to welcome new friends from our local Community for fun and games at the Club. Special thanks to Claire Convery from Clanrye Active who provided equipment and led ...

club gear ordering

We are now collecting orders for Club Gear to arrive in time for Christmas! Orders can be placed through the Klubfunder site at the link below https://www.klubfunder.com/Clubs/Aghaderg%20Ballyvarley/ShopItems?fbclid=IwAR0F48qdeiXHaDXdIAY9eJ ...

superb fightback wins the day for aghaderg’s south down champions.

U-13 FOOTBALLERS COME BACK FROM THE DEAD TO WIN THRILLING SHIELD FINAL. Aghaderg travelled to An Riocht on Friday night for the South Down Shield Final against Longstone. Longstone won the toss and elected to play with the breeze. Aghaderg’s prospects of wi ...

heartfelt condolences to the lennon family

The Club would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the Lennon family on the sad passing of Dermott. He wa ...

aghaderg u-11's beat league leaders

Our U-11’s travelled to Mayobridge this morning with a point to prove. The attitude in this young team has changed over the last few weeks. With a great win over a good Drumgath team and a close game against a Tullylish side that is scoring for fun. Our lads were well up for ...

aghaderg u14 camogs find clonduff a tough nut to crack

Aghaderg U-14 Camogie team put up a spirited performance against Clonduff, in this morning’s championship clash, but the visitors proved just too strong on this occasion for the Reds young team.More photos in 'Photo Gallery'.

brave ballyvarley fall short in final quarter

A courageous Ballyvarley team led the way for three quarters of this enthralling U-15 Hurling Final but their small squad just didn’t have enough in reserve to stem the tide of a talented Carryduff side. Ballyvarley took the fight to Carryduff straight from the ...

u-16 camogs breeze past an riocht

Congratulations to our U-16 camogs who beat An Riocht tonight. Final score:  An Riocht 2-7 Aghaderg 5-9

battling performance secures back to back wins for our young footballers

Saul 2-7 Aghaderg 3-8 Our U-15 footballers had an early start this evening with the long trip to Saul. The lads started the first quarter playing second fiddle to a Saul ...

scratch card competition winners announced

Congratulations To Gemma McShane & ...

u-12 girls maintain winning streak.

Aghaderg U-12 girls team travelled to near neighbours Drumgath for their penultimate league fixture on Monday 31st August and came away with a 7 point victory on a score line of 4-7 to 4-0. The first half was all Aghaderg ...

victorious u17 hurlers hit the goal trail

Ballyvarley 7-7 Warrenpoint 2-9 Ballyvarley U-17 Hurlers made the most of their ability to bury the ball in the back of the net in overcoming a talented Warrenpoint team in Ballela. Warrenpoint enjoyed a lot of possession in the opening ...

u-12 camogs get revenge over dromara

Dromara 2-1  Aghaderg 7-1 The U-12 Camogie team had a convincing away win over Dromara on Saturday morning. After a tough encounter and defeat in the home fixture the girls knew they would be up against it. Eac ...

aghaderg u12 girls on fire against neighbours clann na banna.

Aghaderg U-12 girls put in an excellent performance against Clann na Banna at home on Wednesday evening, winning on a scoreline of 2-14 to 0-4.Full match report in 'Results' section.More photos in 'Photo Gallery'.

improved aghaderg make championship exit………but how did we ever lose this one??

Aghaderg 0-10 Ardglass 1-8 Aghaderg’s senior footballers will have woken up this morning and wondered, how on earth they were not in the draw for the next round of the Junior Championship? Dominant for much of this game and playing really well, the Reds jus ...

aghaderg u14 girls in a league of their own

The sun shone on Aghaderg’s home ground this morning as the U-14 Girl’s Football team put in a blistering performance to outclass the opposition and record a significant win to finish top of their league in the team’s first year of competitive girl’s football. ...

u-11's lose entertaining game

Aghaderg U-11 footballers hosted a strong St Michael’s side this morning and in a first half dominated by the visitors, the young Reds struggled to get their game going. They emerged a much more confident and settled side in t ...

stirring fightback secures the spoils for ballyvarley

Warrenpoint 4-8 Ballyvarley 5-11. If the bards or Seanchai were to tell the story of this game, then it would be all about Ballyvarley’s bravery in a glorious second half. Trailing by 2-4 to 3-6 at the end of a competitive and rain soaked first half, Ballyv ...

u-15 footballers power past darragh cross

Aghaderg 6-16 Darragh Cross 4-2 Aghaderg’s U15 Footballers were all fired up for this encounter on home soil and in a blistering start they hit the back of the net four times in the opening minutes to de ...

aghaderg make drumaness work for championship victory

A well organised Aghaderg team produced a spirited performance in Bright against Drumaness, making the pre-match favourites fight all the way for victory in their opening Junior Football Championship clash. Michael Fitzpatrick gave the Reds an early lead and the teams were le ...

u-15 hurlers are simply on fire

Ballyvarley 9-13 Warrenpoint/Clonduff 1-5. Ballyvarley’s U-15 Hurlers just had too much firepower for the visiting Warrenpoint/Clonduff combination, who battled until the finish in this entertaining game. Full match report in ' ...

club lotto returns tuesday 4th august

Our weekly lotto is returning this week with the first draw taking place Tuesday evening at 7.30pm! Our Jackpot has been topped up to £2,500 and is ready to be won! Click the link below to play online! https://play.clubforce.com/ ...

tough opener for u-15 footballers

Aghaderg 2-7 Drumgath 3-16 Aghaderg U-15 footballers opened their campaign with a home game against a strong Drumgath side. The young Reds ...

sucker punch floors u13’s

Aghaderg 2-11 Longstone 4-8 Aghaderg’s U-13 Footballers learnt a tough lesson last night when they somehow lost a game that they always looked like they were going to win. Longstone took an early lead but Aghaderg gradually too ...

july gaa newsletter available for download

The July edition of the GAA Club Newsletter is now available. This month’s edition includes the following: Covid Education Resources for Gaelic Games attract record views GAA Clubs take part in Irish Life Healthy Clubs Steps Challenge Guidelines for GAA clubs/units undertak ...

longstone’s experience wins the day

Aghaderg 1-2 Longstone 0-9 Aghaderg’s young Senior Camogie team are finding life tough in the higher leagues, but you can tell the experien ...

talented u13 hurlers come out on top in local derby

BALLYVARLEY 10-5 BALLELA 7-1 It is nice to start off a league campaign with a local derby, but it is even more special to begin with an impressive win. Ballyvarley U-13 Hurlers were in great form last night in a ...

second half powerplay secures victory for impressive u16’s.

Aghaderg 8-7 Mayobridge 3-4 Aghaderg’s U-16 Camogie team get their league campaign off to a winning start with an impressive display against a strong Mayobridge side. Full match report in 'Results' section.More photos in 'Photo ...

u-12 ladies fight out exciting draw with glenn

AGHADERG 5-8 GLENN 6-5 Wednesday night saw the return of ladies football to Aghaderg in the first round of the U-12 girls league against local rivals Glenn. The match started at a frantic pace with both teams fresh from the ext ...

u-17 hurlers lose to cuchulainns

Ballyvarley lose to a strong Cuchulainn’s team(Bredagh & Carryduff) More photos in 'Photo Gallery' section.

battling aghaderg lose out in mayobridge

Mayobridge 1-13 Aghaderg 1-2. An understrength Aghaderg’s Senior Camogie team put in a fighting performance against an excellent Mayobridge side who had the talent up front to pick off some excellent scores. The loss, through i ...

just glorious to be back: bredagh 1-20 ballyvarley 1-17.

The sun shone and the hurling flowed and even though Ballyvarley lost their first game after the restart, I think everyone left Cherryvale in buoyant mood after this high-scoring entertainment. Bredagh got off to a flying start totting up 1-7 with relative ease in the opening qua ...

aghaderg pipped at the post in opening game

The sun did not shine on Aghaderg’s return to action after the Covid lockdown but both sides strove with enthusiasm to produce a very competitive game of football on a wet and miserable night. The best football was reserved for the first half and after Mitchels eased into a 0-3 t ...

return to senior action

Aghaderg/Ballyvarley’s three Senior teams are back in action this weekend and are so looking forward to playing a few games before the summer is over. The 2020 Season looked like being written off, but our senior players are celebrating the late reprieve a ...

ef engineering donates three foot pedal sanitiser dispensers

We have 3 new additions to the Club! Remember sanitiser must be used before and after all training sessions so these should get a lot of use! In preparati ...

abc senior sports awards 2020 volunteers and services to sport

Congratulations to our very own Deirdre McGrath on recieving the Service to Sport award for her fantastic contribution to Camogie and Gaelic Games, in the 2020 ABC Senior Sports Awards.

return to gaelic games 29th june

As you are aware the GAA have published a plan for a safe return to Gaelic games for all codes. Our club committee have been busy for the past few weeks reviewing our gradual route back to activity. In order to resume actvities in a safe ...

pr-óg initiative

The Camogie Association have launched a new initiative - the PR-Óg . This is a position aimed at young people who wou ...

healthy kidz update

Healthy Kidz is a superb way to keep children active and compete with their teammates & friends virtually. The program is designed for U-14 downwards, all codes and all abilities - especially important in the absence of normal on field training and ...

all ireland online sports initiative

To all parents/guardians from Under 8 to Under 14 Hurley, Camogie, Boys and Girls Football. We are entering an All Ireland online initiative to ...

aghaderg ballyvarley 1000km challenge

While we are all still in lockdown we have decided to run a fundraising activity to support our local Care Homes. We are delighted to launch the Aghaderg Ballyvarley 1,000km Challenge to raise funds for our local Care Homes and support them in thes ...

download april edition of gaa newsletter

The April issue of the GAA's Club Newsletter has been released and can be downloaded from our 'Downloads' section.

download march edition of gaa newsletter

The March issue of the GAA's Club Newsletter has been released and can be downloaded from our 'Downloads' section.

covid-19 community support from aghaderg/ballyvarley

At Aghaderg/Ballyvarley, it is a privilege to pull on the club jersey or support those doing so to represent themselves, the club, their families and the Parish. As a club, we are indebted to the support from our Parish.  During the current COVID-19 ...

father tony announces suspension of masses

All public Masses in Aghaderg and Donaghmore Parishes are suspended until further notice. Please share with as many people as possible.

gaa, camogie association, and the lgfa suspend all activity until at least 29th march

The GAA have taken the unprecedented step of cancelling all games for a two-week period in response to the on-going coronavirus pandemic.Games across all codes will be put on hold after the government announced a ban on gatherings of more than 500 people for outdoor event ...

coronavirus (covid-19) guidelines

Given the increasing transmission rates associated with the COVID-19 virus, clubs should request that all players, coaches and volunteers adhere to the following guidelines: If you become aware that you, or your family, have been in contact with anyone who has been i ...

st patrick's day celebrations sunday 15th march

AGHADERG/BALLYVARLEY GAA CLUB Invites you to celebrate St Patrick’s Day at Ballyvarley Hall on Sunday 15th March 2020 3pm – 6pm Afternoon tea served @3.30pm sharp Come and see all the local talent: ...

good luck to our young aghaderg camogie players!

Rachel Bohan, Maeve McQuaid, Tara McAnarney & Grace Husarz will represent their school, Sacred Heart Grammar, Newry on Saturday in the Tesco All-Ireland Post-Primary Schools Camogie Junior D semi-finals at 1.30pm O’Mahony’s GAA, Navan. Sacred Heart Newry v St Michael's Loreto ...

camán back for the craic

Are you a mum, retired camog or just someone who wants to get out and have a bit of fun while exercising. Social Camogie has a number of benefits which we have pointed out in our poster. If your Club is interested in taking part in 4weeks indoor training in your own Club, with th ...

last man standing

Our senior footballers are organising Last Man Standing. A great wee competition that all can get involved in. £10 to enter, £300 for the winner.Sheets can be purchased from the following - senior footballers/senior hurlers and from any of the underage coaches.

save the date!!!

St Patrick's Day Celebrations Venue: Ballyvarley Hall Date: Sunday 15th March 3pm-6pm Fun afternoon for the whole family!!

coaches wanted - gaelic 4 girls programme

As you may know, we have been selected for the Gaelic 4 Girls programme, which starts in March. It is aimed at 8-12 year old girls. We are on the look out for coaches/helpers to assist with the 8 week programme. No previous coaching or playing experience is necessary ...

u-14 ladies football gets underway for 2020.

Our U-14 girls football team had their first training session last week with a great turnout! Training is on again (Sunday) from 12.30 to 13.45, all new players welcome!!

super evening at the club senior awards night

Lots of glitz and glamour at the Clubs very successful Senior Awards Night in the Canal Court Hotel 25th January. Pride of place went to our Senior Camogie team who won the Down Junior Camogie Championship and our U-16 Camogie and Hurling teams who also had very successful season ...

finance and funding 2020

Our Finance & Fundraising Committee is seeking new members this year! We are holding our first meeting of the year this Tuesday 14th January in the Club at 8pm. If you can contribute in any way please feel free to come along!

congratulations to chloe mcconville on her 2019 ulster gaa young leaders graduation

36 young people have successfully graduated from the 2019 Ulster GAA Young Leaders Programme and have been awarded with a file of certificates for their work over the last five months. The young people from GAA clubs across Ulster, undertook an intensive skills develop ...

club registration days saturday 18th and sunday 19th january

Club Registration Weekend will take place next weekend!Saturday 18th Jan from 11am-2pm and Sunday 19th Jan from 10.30am-1.30pmCome along and sign up for the year ahead! Please note a membership form will have to be filled out this year for each member so it is recommended t ...

new senior football manager

Aghaderg GAC & Ballyvarley HC would like to welcome our new Senior Football Manager, Mickey McVeigh. We wish him and the team the best of luck for the incoming season. Mickey McVeigh, Deirdre McGrath, Chairperson, Kieran Lennon, Senior Hurling Ma ...

charity match for mark

EXCEPTIONAL DAY: IN LOVING MEMORY OF MARK COLGAN What an exceptional day we had at St Colman’s 3G pitch. Completely bowled over by the thoughtfulness of Mark’s friends. Nowadays young people can get a bad press and the actions of all the young lads ...

south down scór na nóg quiz champions

Comhghairdeas chuig Clare, Dualtach, Eoighan agus Seán- South Down Scór na nÓg quiz champions. They will now compete for the County title at the Down final on Sunday evening 1st December in St Patrick’s College Banbridge- all support welcome!!C ...

gaa national club draw 2020

TICKETS NOW ON SALE Help the club while also being in with the chance of winning one of 20 amazing prizes: 1. All-New Renault Clio 2. Travel voucher to the value of €2,000 3. All Ireland Hurling & ...

aghaderg souvenir club calendar 2020 on sale now!

The Club’s first souvenir club calendar goes on sale this coming Sunday 24thNovember, firstly at the St Francis Primary School Christmas Fair in the morning and then at the Club’s AGM in the afternoon. It is just what you need to plan for 2020 and re ...

make sure you are compliant for coaching!

Anyone who wishes to help out as a coach or assistant coach must ensure that their, GAA Child Protection is up to date, that their AccessNI is renewed and that they have completed the relevant Coaching Courses.

county honours for morgan sisters

Congratulations to Katie Morgan who was named Down U-16 County Player Of The Year at the county juvenile awards. Her sister Claire, who was named Down U-14 Most Improved Player Of The Year. The girls are pictured here with Club Chairperso ...

agm sunday 24th november 2019 in the club hall at 2pm

The Executive Committee of Aghaderg GAC Ballyvarley HC hereby gives notice of the Club’s Annual General Meeting on Sunday 24th November 2019 in the Club Hall at 2pm The AGM is an opportunity for our Club to set the foundations for the coming year. It allows club member ...

juvenile camogie and hurling awards day: the presentations.

Aghaderg Camogie Club and Ballyvarley Hurling Club held their Juvenile Awards Day with their special guests, County Stars Paul Sheehan and Karen McMullan, making the presentation of medals and awards to all age groups ranging from Under 6 to Under 14. County Hurler Paul Sheehan p ...

sonia hits the lotto jackpot!

Long term Club Lotto supporter, Sonia Barry, was delighted to hear that her numbers had finally come up and she had won the Club’s Lotto Jackpot. Sonia was delighted to receive her cheque for £6,350 from Club Treasurer Mairead McGrath.

caitlin wins college camogie all star award

Congratulations to our U-16 team captain Caitlin Armstrong on being selected as an Ulster Schools Camogie All Star. You only have to look at the names of the players, their schools and their clubs to realise how prestigious this award really is and w ...

our county players an inspiration to others!

Our four U-14 County Camogie Players, Niamh Moran, Niamh McGrath, Rona May Grew and Claire Morgan took the opportunity at our Juvenile Awards Day to show to our young players the Armagh County Blitz Trophy won by Down during the summer. It is fantastic for t ...

sponsored walk prizewinners

Congratulations to our two prize winners for best juvenile fundraiser for this year’s Sponsored Walk. Our winners were John Kearney (U-12 football and Hurling) and Clare Reilly (U-10 Camogie). Thanks to everyone who participated and for ...

superb performance, but aghaderg edged out in epic down championship final

Disappointment, tears and sheer exhaustion on every player’s face when the referee blew time on this epic Down U-16 Camogie Championship Final as Aghaderg realised that their brilliant performance just hadn’t been enough to overcome this exceptional Ballygalget team. The Reds gav ...

fun and games at camogie & hurling juvenile presentation morning

The Camogie and Hurling Clubs brought their season’s coaching programme to an entertaining finale on Saturday morning with their final session of games, refreshments and presentations. Impressive once more to see so many children and their parents at our playing fields and premis ...

aghaderg seek first ever u16 down championship title

All roads lead to Drumaness on Saturday as Aghaderg U-16’s go in search of the club’s first ever County Juvenile Camogie Championship Title when they take on favourites Ballygalget at 3pm. Ballygalget have been the dominant force in juvenile camogie ...

christopher strikes it lucky in down county draw

Aghaderg Senior Footballer, Christopher McAvoy, was one of five lucky winners of £1000 in the September Down GAA Club Draw. Club Secretary, Anne McGrath, has great pleasure in presenting Christopher with his cheque.

super show at club sponsored walk

The sun shone and the support showed up in enthusiastic droves as we took to the towpath from Scarva to Poyntzpass for the Club Sponsored Walk. Heart-warming to see so many of our members turn out in force to enjoy this leisurely/not so leisurely Sun ...

club sponsored walk this sunday 06 october

Scarva to Poyntzpass and back. (or how far you are comfortable with) Meeting point - tow-path at Sintons. Refreshments will be available at Poyntzpass.Sunday 6th October 2019 @ 2.30pmThis family sponsored walk is for all ages, so lets get our club colours on next Sunday fo ...

a very successful high tea event!

It was a great night and looking forward to the next one already! We have a lot of people to thank for helping us make it such a success... Brenda Sands our fantastic compere for the evening...great job Brenda!  Anna Almeida (Joyful Parties) for making our hall look so beautifu ...

gaa newsletter for september august is now available for download

September/August's issue of the GAA's Club Newsletter has been released and can be downloaded from our 'Downloads' section.

latest updated code of behaviour for safeguarding children

This is the Association's policy document in relation to the minimum levels of good practice we require of those participating in or assisting with our games and other activities for children and young people.   It is worth noting that ...

ballyvarley u-12 hurlers get to run out at páirc an chrócaigh.

Ballyvarley U-12 hurling representatives on Saturday before they took to the pitch at Páirc an Chrócaigh.What a privilege for these young players to get the chance to play on the hallowed turf!Well done lads, hope you enjoyed the experience!

aghaderg bow out of the ulster championship.

Unfortunately the fairy tale came to an end today for this fantastic group of ladies when they came up against a very well organised and skilful Ahoghill team. There was very little in it in the early exchanges with Aghaderg firing just wide on a couple of occasions. Ahoghill ...

underage football presentation a resounding success

Our underage footballers were treated to some expert coaching from Down County Footballers Brendan McArdle, Kevin McKernan and Katie McKay Ladies captain this morning. Under glorious sunshine the young boys and girls were put through their paces and afterwards ther ...

ulster junior championship quarter final

Ulster Junior Camgie quarter final against Aghoghill is 2.00pm Saturday 21st September in Aghaderg.  Let the Championship journey continue! All support will be greatly  appreciated!

aghaderg cruise to championship victory

Aghaderg won the Down Junior Camogie Championship title yesterday in emphatic fashion. They cruised to a 4-7 to 0-7 victory over Clonduff to bring back the title for the first time in thirty years.Match and celebration photos in 'Galle ...

senior camogs relax before championship final

Senior Camogs take time out to attend underage Camogie coaching this morning ahead of their big Championship final . All roads lead to Ballyholland where Aghaderg take on Clonduff in the Down Junior Championship final at 2pm. All suppo ...

down junior camogie championship final

Junior Camogie Championship Final Saturday 14th September at 2pm, in Ballyholland Aghaderg V Clonduff We wish our ladies lots of luck for tomorrow and lets all come out and support them!

local girls win with ulster camogie

What an honour for these 4 local girls who won the shield  with Ulster's U-16 Camogie Team. Moya Lavery         Aghaderg Erin McAleenan     Liatriom Clara Morgan       Castlewellen Katie Morgan        Aghaderg

super reds turn on the championship style

A spirited and well organised Aghaderg senior football team really turned on the style in this impressive Junior Championship victory over Mitchels in Drumgath. In a well contested opening quarter Aghaderg’s forwards were in lethal form and a Niall Len ...

gaa cardiac screening protocol

Runai: Anne McGrath-Aghaderg GAC & Ballyvarley HC, Scarva Road, Banbridge, Co. Down BT32 3QL.                                Tel/Fax: 07713758902   The GAA Cardiac Screening in Athlete ...

winners of the armagh blitz

Big congrats to our four Aghaderg girls, Rona-May, Niamh, Claire & Niamh, who played in the U-14 County Camogie Blitz in Armagh!! Down beat Antrim in the final by 1 point.

inspirational coaching session with martin fogarty

Commitment, interest and a passionate love of the game were the abiding messages of this inspirational and enthusiastic coaching session given by the GAA’s National Hurling Development Manager, Martin Fogarty. The Kilkenny native took great delight in putting our senior, minor an ...

the countdown is on ......................fogarty coaching session

Martin Fogarty, National Hurling Development Manager. Martin who was a selector with Brian Cody's Kilkenny from 2005-2013 when the Cats won six All-Ireland titles, said Hurling has always been my life will run a Coaching session in Ballyvarley on tomor ...

successful cul camp leaves us with many happy memories

Aghaderg Cul Camp 2019 drew to a fun-filled conclusion on Friday and was enjoyed by 117 energetic youngsters. Many thanks to Coordinator Alison Malone and her team of volunteers for all their work this week (unfortunately, quite a few helpers were not present today for the photo) ...

annual club cúl camp 1st - 5th july 2019.

FUN AND GAMES AT AGHADERG CUL CAMP: Learning the skills, playing the games, mixing with others and above all….HAVING SOME GREAT FUN! 117 young boys and girls have been enjoying a great week of fun activities at Aghaderg Cul Camp this week. Two more days to go and the Cul Camp ...

thank you to the generous sponsors of our golf classic

A massive Thank you to all our generous Sponsors who made our first Golf Classic Fundraiser both a social and financial success. We ask our members and supporters to take a good look at our list of Sponsors and hope that they, in turn, will support these Sponsors and help our loc ...

fantastic day at the club’s golf classic

The club’s first ever Golf Classic Fundraiser at Banbridge Golf Club proved to be a great success and was thoroughly enjoyed by all those taking part. CLUB’S GOLF CLASSIC RESULTS AND WINNERS:The winners in the various categories were presented with their prizes on the evening of ...

gaa newsletter for june is now available for download

June's issue of the GAA's Club Newsletter has been released and can be downloaded from our 'Downloads' section.

father corr celebrates his silver jubilee

Father Corr, celebrated 25 years of his ordination to the priesthood. Father Corr and his family were the special guests at a Reception in Ballyvarley Hall, hosted by the parishioners of Aghaderg. See more Photos in the 'Gallery' section.

gaa newsletter for may is now available for download

May's issue of the GAA's Club Newsletter has been released and can be downloaded from our 'Downloads' section.

james wins £200 in down draw.

Congratulations to James Hughes who won £200 in April's Down Draw! James collected his cheque from Club Secretary Anne McGrath.

gaa newsletter for april is now available for download

April's issue of the GAA's Club Newsletter has been released and can be downloaded from our 'Downloads' section.

coaching the coaches

Our Hurling and Camogie Coaches took the opportunity to brush up on their considerable coaching and organisational skills on Tuesday as they enjoyed a very informative refresher session given by Ulster GAA Coach, Eamonn Blaney from Ballycran.

golf classic fund-raiser on sunday 23rd june

We are delighted to announce the club has organised a Golf Classic Fund-raiser on Sunday 23rd June in Banbridge Golf Club. The event is open to all golfers and non-golfers and it should be a great day’s craic. It’s £35, or £20 a roun ...

club lottery jackpot has a winner

Hearty Congratulations to AGHADERG GAC AND BALLYVARLEY HC’s £7,500 Lottery Jackpot Winner, Pauline Lennon. Pauline is seen here being presented with the winner’s cheque by Club Treasurer, Mairead McGrath and Chairperson, Deirdre McGrath as sons T ...

financial boost for the club from down draw ticket sales!

Today, before the Down match in Pairc Esler, we were presented with a cheque for £7,968 for the proceeds from our Down Draw ticket sales! Our final sales figure was 103 tickets! These funds will cover 33% of our player fees and insura ...

gaa president’s awards 2019

Congratulations to our Club Chairperson, Deirdre McGrath on receiving the distinguished President's Award for her services to Camogie and the GAA. These prestigious annual awards, organised with the support of Club Championship sponsors AIB ...

gaa social media guidelines 2019.

The GAA Social Media Policy and Guidelines have been developed to inform our community about using social media so people feel enabled to participate, while being mindful of the standards expected by the GAA and other entities such as the Data Protection Commissioner. ...

launch of new code of behaviour for safeguarding children

In accordance with our governance and child safeguarding responsibilities we wish to draw your attention to the recently launched Code of Behaviour (Underage).  This is the Association's policy document in relation to the minimum levels of good pra ...

juvenile teams celebrate a great year at club awards presentation night

Special Guest at the Club’s Juvenile Awards Presentation Night in the Bannville House Hotel on Saturday night was Down Senior Football Star, Brendan McArdle, who presented the young players with their medals and their individual awards which were as follows:Cillian           (U-1 ...

a tribute to our club president, bertie leckey.

Born to Thomas Leckey and Anne Collins on 13th September 1924, in his youth Bertie Leckey was a keen soccer player and an avid supporter of Belfast Celtic and Manchester United. However, a chance attendance at a Down v Armagh Ulster Semi-final in Newcastle in 1942 changed all tha ...

club mourn the sad passing of club president and founder member bertie leckey

Bertie Leckey died on Sunday 13th January 2019, peacefully at Mount Vale Nursing Home, Dromore. Dearly beloved brother of May, 16 Rosevale Road. May he Rest In Peace. Bertie’s remains will repose at the following times at his residence on Monday and ...

experimental rules for football 2019

Please find an explainer guide to the new experimental rules for Gaelic football for 2019, which can be downloaded from our 'Downloads' section.  

gaa newsletter december is now available for download

December's issue of the GAA's Club Newsletter has been released and can be downloaded from our 'Downloads' section.

u-6, u-8, & u-10 presentation day for camogie, football and hurling

The Club held its annual Presentation day for its youngest members today at the Club premises.U-6, U-8 and U-10's from all three codes, Camogie, Football and Hurling were presented with medals from their coaches for all their efforts over the past year.The children were treated t ...

gaa newsletter october is now available for download

October's issue of the GAA's Club Newsletter has been released and can be downloaded from our 'Downloads' section.

a rare gift from a unique club member

Dan Lennon, who just celebrated his 95th Birthday and was one of the founder members of our club back in 1943, made a special presentation to the Club of a Down Jersey signed by the five All Ireland Winning Captains. In the photograph Dan is seen, wi ...

indoor camogie for fun starts 9th november

Indoor Camogie for fun for Primary 3 to Primary 7 will commence this Friday night 9th November in St Patrick's College at 7pm. This will continue on Friday nights from 7pm - 8pm. (£1 per session).

christmas coffee morning in aid of 'head injury support in newry', saturday 18th december 10am - 1pm.

I know Halloween is just over and nobody probably wants to hear about Christmas just yet. Mark's favourite time of the year was Christmas and this year Mark would of been turning 19. To celebrate, we are holding a Christmas coffee morning in aid of Head Inju ...

aghaderg gac and ballyvarley hc agm 2nd december 2pm

The Executive Committee of Aghaderg GAC Ballyvarley HC hereby gives notice of the Club’s Annual General Meeting Sunday 2nd December 2018 in the Club Hall at 2pm The AGM is an opportunity for our Club to set the foundatio ...

aghaderg 75th anniversary gala ball presentations and glamour

A top line-up of Special Guests, GAA President John Horan, Camogie President Kathleen Woods and County Chairman Sean Rooney, presented the awards to our various prize-winners and, the Chairmen of our three Games Sub-Committees, gave special mementos to our guests to m ...

gaa u12 activity day

Some of our Camogs travelled to Croke Park on Saturday 29th September to take part in the GAA U12 Activity Day. This was a great opportunity to play on the hallowed turf of Croke Park and they displayed plenty of their skills in an exhibition match with other clubs of the County. ...

flames and fireplaces generous sponsorship

Prior to the opening game of the U-13 football league Martina Doyle, the proprietor of FLAMES AND FIREPLACES handed over a new set of team jerseys to captain Aidan and the management of Gerard Keenan, Gavin Brackenbury and Damien Simpson. The Club and team management would like t ...

gala ball - four weeks to go! have you got your ticket?

The excitement is definitely mounting now and with over 200 people going it is set to be a great night! Our organising committee have been working very hard on preparations over the past few months. The evening to celebrate 75 Years of the Club will commence with a glitt ...

ulster honours for chloe

Congratulations to Aghaderg’s Chloe McConville who had the singular honour of being selected for Ulster and is seen here playing for her Province in the U-17 Inter-provincials at DCU in Dublin Saturday 8th September against Leinster, Munster and Connacht.

down masters are all-ireland champions

Congratulations to Down Masters and Willie Fitzpatrick, who is on the management team, for winning the All-Ireland on Saturday 8th September.

conor scoops the prize in down draw

It's nice to see some of the prize-money coming Aghaderg’s way. Club Secretary Anne McGrath has the pleasure of presenting Conor Macauley with a cheque for £1000 from the latest Down Club Draw.

ballyvarley’s hurling talent in action for down

It has been a good year for juvenile hurling in Ballyvarley and it is great to see the cream of our talent going forward to represent the club so well on the various Down Hurling teams. Rory Og Mag Fhionnbhairr, Imran Hussain, Niall Husarz, Matthew Malone all played on th ...

aghaderg girls represent down at derry blitz

Great day for Aghaderg girls representing Down U-14s at a blitz in Derry. Down emerged winners over the hosts by 3 points in the final. Well done, very proud of you all.

tickets are now on sale for the clubs 75th anniversary gala ball!

Tickets are currently available from all committee members priced at £75 with all funds raised going towards Club development.Card payments can now be accepted, starting at the hall next Saturday morning (11th August) with further opportunities to follow.Tickets can also be p ...

gaa newsletter july is now available for download

July's issue of the GAA's Club Newsletter has been released and can be downloaded from our 'Downloads' section.

feeney's gaelic football school summer camp, 1st aug - 3rd aug.

Feeney's Gaelic Football School will be holding a Summer camp at Aghaderg from Wednesday 1st August until Friday 3rd August.Age groups and times are as follows:U-4 to U-8's10am - 12.30pm.U-10, U-12 & U-14's10am - 2pmSenior County players will be attending the camp.There will ...

gaa newsletter may

May's issue of the GAA's Club Newsletter has been released and can be downloaded from our 'Downloads' section.

aghaderg gac & ballyvarley hc's 75th anniversary ball

This year, 2018, marks 75 years since Aghaderg GFC was founded in 1943! To celebrate this occasion we will be hosting a Gala Ball on the 13th October in the Canal Court Hotel, NewryThere's still a lot of planning going on but save the date and more details will follow!

gaa newsletter april

April's issue of the GAA's Club Newsletter has been released and can be downloaded from our 'Downloads' section.

cul camp 2018 2nd to 6th july

CUl Camp this year takes place at the Club from the 2nd to the 6th July.You can register on-line at the link below,  which is now live.https://www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie/booking/?county=Down

gerard is the last man standing

Club Secretary, Anne Simpson McGrath congratulates Gerard Rice on winning the club’s “Last Man Standing” competition and presents him with the winning cheque.

lennon estates sponsors new jerseys for senior teams

Pat Lennon of Lennon Estates makes a presentation of new home and away jerseys to Aghaderg Senior Football’s joint captains Ryan Strain and Christopher McAvoy and Ballyvarley Senior Hurling captain Ciaron Davis.

declan presents new training tops to senior teams

 Declan Stewart, of Declan Stewart Joinery and uPVC presents new training tops to Aghaderg Senior Football’s joint captains Christopher McAvoy and Ryan Strain and Ballyvarley Senior Hurling captain Ciaron Davis.

gaa newsletter march

March's issue of the GAA's Club Newsletter has been released and can be downloaded from our 'Downloads' section.

2018 club gear order

Brand new Club Gear is now available to order for the 2018 season!! If you would like to place an order please attend one of the order sessions taking place in the hall:Saturday 21st 10.30am to 12.30pmTuesday 24th 7pm to 8pmFriday 27th 7pm to 8pmSaturday 28th 10.30am to 12.30 ...

ulster gaa presidents award

Well done to a very busy Sarah Malone, who is pictured here being presented with the Ulster GAA Presidents award for Volunteering.Sarah achieved the 200 hrs GoldMark award for Volunteering, being involved as Youth Club Leader, assisting Coaching of the U6-8 camogie teams ...

aghaderg youth members to the fore in volunteering!

HAVE WE OTHERS WHO WISH TO GET INVOLVED??Three Aghaderg youth members achieved their 200Hr awards for volunteering last week at a ceremony in the Titanic Centre: Sarah Malone, Rachael Canniford and Andrea Fletcher. Aisling Moran is currently in the programme and is working ...

st mungo's 2

Look who's coming back to Newry Town Hall! St Mungo's 2, Luganulk!!!In memory of Mark Colgan and his Granda Jimmy Stewart. This show is not to be missed !!!Not suitable for under 14'sAll proceeds going to Alzheimers research.

u-16 hurlers victorious over o'rahilly's

Ballyvarley U-16 Hurlers were in great form Saturday night as they enjoyed a well deserved league victory over O'Rahilly's in Castlewellan by 2-12 to 2-5.More Photos In 'Photo Gallery'.

st patrick's night

Come join us for an evening of family entertainment on Saturday 17th March!!There will be local talent on display from 7pm with a very special guest arriving at 7.30pm to tell the story of St Patrick! Following a feast of Irish Stew, a traditional session will be provided by Pa ...

coaching the coaches course

Avery enjoyable morning at the 'Coaching The Coaches' course which took place last Saturday morning at the club held by Ulster Council GAA. It was delivered by Gareth Thornton from Ulster GAA. A big thank you to Deirdre and Francie McGrath for providing refreshments.

gaa newsletter february

February's issue of the GAA's Club Newsletter has been released and can be downloaded from our 'Downloads' section.

congratulations to our five college hurlers: ulster hurling champions:

Well done to five St Patrick's Hurlers, Niall Huzarz, Darragh McKay, Aidan McLean, Diarmuid McCusker and Oran McLean, who were members of the St Colman's College Year 11 team who won the Danske Bank Leopold Cup Ulster Hurling Final for the first time by beating St Columba ...

aghaderg gac & ballyvarley hc senior awards night, saturday 10th february.

A fantastic evening on Saturday night at our Senior Awards Night with special guest Jack Devaney, Down Vice-Chairman. Congratulations to all our winners!More Pics in 'Photo Gallery'.

the club is having two registration days, this saturday 3rd february, 10am - 2pm, and sunday 4th february, 10:30am - 2:30pm.

Hi Everyone,Club Registration Weekend will take place this Saturday 3rd February from 10am-2pm and Sun 4th February from 10.30-2.30pm.Please make every effort to attend as all players must be registered before they can play.Down Draw tickets will also be available at £120 and if ...

time to purchase your down clubs draw tickets

The Down GAA Clubs Draw tickets are now available from the Club. This is a great opportunity to support both the Club and Down GAA, while at the same time being in with the chance of winning yourself some great prizes! Buying a ticket enters you into 12 monthly draws for ...

come dine with the caretaker

OH WHAT A NIGHT IT PROVED TO BE!! COME DINE WITH THE CARETAKER got the New Year off to the perfect start with Ballyvarley Hall looking quite spectacular and with the food and refreshments matching the quality of the music and the craic, we had an entertaining evening to re ...

gaa's club newsletter for december

December's issue of the GAA's Club Newsletter has been released and can be downloaded from our 'Downloads' section.

gaa newsletter november

November's issue of the GAA's Club Newsletter has been released and can be downloaded from our 'Downloads' section.

asda foundation present new tops to u-14 hurlers

Our St Patrick's U-14 Hurling team were the successful recipients of funding from the Asda Foundation. Massive thank you to Asda Portadown!The team are pictured in their new jackets with Asda representative.

aghaderg receive south down chairman’s award

At last nights South Down Awards our club received the Chairman’s Award!!! In announcing the winner Donal McNally commented on our participation in all three codes and the strides the club has made over the past few years at under age level. He also noted the club having ...

aghaderg gac & ballyvarley hc juvenile awards night in bannville house hotel.

TROPHIES GALORE.....were presented to our young football, hurling and camogie teams as we celebrated a season of unprecedented success at our Juvenile Awards Night in the Bannville House Hotel tonight. For more photos of our award winners see 'Photo Gallery'.

tributes to jimmy stewart at club's agm

TRIBUTES TO JIMMY: At the club's AGM on Sunday many moving tributes were paid to the late Jimmy Stewart as we remembered all that he had contributed to our club and our community.See More Photos In 'Photo Gallery'.

aghaderg gac - ballyvarley hc agm this sunday 5th november @2pm.

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'school around the bend' is a sensational success

THE OPENING ACT OF SCHOOL AROUND THE BEND: A photo of the joint choirs...or was it "Sister Act" who got the show off to a whirlwind start last night in the Canal Court in Newry.See Media 'Photo Gallery' For More Pictures.Go also to Media 'Video' to see Videos of the S ...

u-10, u-8 & u-6 presentation day sunday 22nd october 2017.

The club had a very successful year with our under-age teams across the 3 codes and yesterday we celebrated these players' commitment and achievements with our annual prize giving. With over 150 young people participating regularly in Hurling, Camogie and Football at U-6, U ...

such model pupils!

This is probably the last time you will see the pupils of AGHADERG'S 'SCHOOL AROUND THE BEND' so impeccably dressed and so perfectly behaved. From this point on it is all downhill........ and by Friday 20th October in the Canal Court in Newry they will be delivering their own ...

warming up for school around the bend!!

WARMING UP FOR SCHOOL AROUND THE BEND!! "Well Father, how can we get these people into shape for the show? ....Don't worry B, I have just the exercises to loosen them up for the big night, watch this!" Its all part of the fun as we get ready for Aghaderg's School ...

frank is having a laugh!!

FRANK IS HAVING A LAUGH!! FRANK MITCHELL(UTV) was up for a laugh on Sunday night as he joined Aghaderg's organising Committee and their miscreant class of School Around the Bend pupils for some side-splitting fun. With just 11 DAYS TO GO, are you ready to join ...

elite hurling workshop saturday 4th november at owenbeg derry!

A Unique learning opportunity (as it is for Players and coaches) is coming up on Sat 4th November in Derry GAA Centre, Owenbeg, Dungiven, Co Derry. 6 Tipperary Senior Hurlers and Players will be developing your game both on and off ...

st patrick's are u-14 hurling shield champions

Congratulations to St Patricks on winning the Down U-14  Hurling Championship Shield . They defeated O Rahilly's who were overwhelming favourites, on a scoreline of 7-07 to 4-09 played in Warrenpoint GAC.This was a fantastic team performance and it was a very deserved win on ...

coffee morning fundraiser for hospice in bernadette's memory

Gertie Walsh invites the local community to a coffee morning in aid of the Southern Area Hospice.It will be held in Ballyvarley hall tomorrow Saturday 30th September from 10am to 1pm.This is the 20th Anniversary of the death of Gertie & Patsy's daughter Bernadette who passed ...

u14 championship hurling shield final tomorrow saturday 30th september!

U-14 Championship Hurling Shield Final tomorrow Saturday 30th September at 11am St Patrick’s v O’RahillysVenue: Pairc Liam Uí Ír, Moygannon, Rostrevor Road Warrenpoint BT34 3RUAll support welcome. St Patrick’s Abú!

county stars coach the young reds

Aghaderg's juvenile footballers were treated to a feast of coaching this afternoon from County Senior Stars Ryan Johnston, Barry O'Hagan and Brendan McArdle and enjoyed the experience of rubbing shoulders with the best. Pictured are our U-6's, U-8's, U-10's and U-12's in ...

u-8 footballers at tullylish tournament.

Aghaderg mighty 8's were on their travels again, this time it was in Tullylish. First up was Ballyholland A team - a very tight competitive game saw Ballyholland win by 2 points. Next up was Clan Na Gael - another very competitive game, Aghaderg showed great determination a ...

school around the bend is just around the corner. don't miss it!

“School Around The Bend”. This lavish and hilarious production will be hosted by Frank Mitchell of UTV fame and will be held in the Canal Court Hotel in Newry on Friday 20th October.All the pupils have now enrolled for the Class of 2017.See Pupils Photo's in the 'Galle ...

aghaderg school around the bend

Aghaderg GAC and Ballyvarley HC, in conjunction with Aghaderg Parish are currently organising the production of another major fund-raising and social event entitled “School Around The Bend”.This lavish and hilarious production will be hosted by Frank Mitchell of UTV f ...

senior football championship match in tullylish

The first round match in this years Junior Football Championship will be against St Michael's GAC Magheralin. Venue is Tullylish, tomorrow Saturday, the 26th August, throw in 5pm.We would encourage as many supporters to come along and support the team.

jimmy stewart: popular co down milkman was named all-ireland clubman of year.

There wasn't an inch of the GAA grounds in Ballyvarley, Co Down that Jimmy Stewart didn't know. The popular milkman marked out the field, cut the grass and generally looked after the premises. He coached various teams down the years and held almost every ...

"sports day cancelled"

****SPORTS DAY HAS BEEN CANCELLED***** Due to Hurricane Gert looking to gatecrash, unfortunately we are going to have to cancel our sports day on Sunday. We are all very disappointed but as nobody can control the weather it is out of our hands! Apologies for any inc ...

minutes silence for jimmy!

A minutes silence was observed at last nights Junior Hurling Championship  match, Ballyvarley V Clonduff in Ballela, as a mark of respect for the late Jimmy Stewart. Unfortunately 'The Reds' couldn't stem the flow of the Clonduff onslaught and a win just wasn't to be for Ballyvar ...

aghaderg gfc and ballyvarley hc mourn the death of club stalwart jimmy stewart

Jimmy Stewart died on Saturday 5th August 2017, peacefully at Seapatrick Care Home. James (Jimmy) dearly beloved husband of May and much loved father of Moya, Liam, Declan, Felicity, Eugene, Jim, Dermot and Sinead and dearest brother of Kathleen, Teresa, Bridie and the late ...

annual club bbq, saturday 19th august

Our Annual Club Barbecue will take place on Saturday 19th August at 8pm.This is a bring your own bottle event.Tickets are now on sale at £10 each from Committee members and team Management.The following day Sunday 20th August the Club will also be holding its Sports Day so please ...

"school around the bend" on friday 20th october in the canal court.

All pupils have now enrolled for the Class of 2017 production of "School around the Bend".Our club, in conjunction with Aghaderg Parish, are currently organising the production of yet another major fund-raiser which will be hosted by Frank Mitchell of UTV and this promises ...

aghaderg have four players on the down u-16 county camogie squad

Congratulations to Caitlin, Chloe, Andrea and Katie, representing Down U16 Camogs against Armagh.

damian lennon cycle challenge raises over £27,000

The Damian Lennon Cycle Challenge, held on May 28 in memory of beloved local Damian Lennon, has raised over £27,000.   Damian Lennon was a beloved husband, father, and son, whose death last July after a short and brave battle with pancreatic cancer left a hole in many peo ...

cuchulainns prepare to invade london

Banbridge Cuchulainns are a Gaelic football team  formed from pupils attending three secondary schools in the Banbridge area; Newbridge College Loughbrickland, St Patrick's Banbridge and Banbridge High School. They take part in Ulster GAA's flagship cross community programme, and ...

updated - down v tyrone ulster football championship final tickets

Down v Tyrone Ulster Football Championship Final Tickets - 16th July Tickets are available to order for this match through the club, anyone interested can contact the Club Secretary, Seamus McGrath, by Thursday 6th July at seamusmcgrath@hotmail.com UPDATE: Due to changes ...

st. patrick's u14 hurling at féile na ngael

This weekend, Friday 16th to Sunday 16th June, the St. Patrick’s U14 Hurling team took part in the Féile na nGael, representing Down.   After their hard work raising the money for the journey and event, the boys spent a well deserved weekend playing in Davidstown, Wexfor ...

aghaderg represented at down gaa hurling development pathway event

On Saturday 10th June a Down GAA Hurling Development Pathway Presentation Event was held at St. Patrick’s GS, Downpatrick, and was attended by players and coaches from Aghaderg.  The Down GAA Hurling Development Pathway is a new development to help support Down Hurling, wit ...

aghaderg gac/ballyvarley hc development meeting

Aghaderg GAC/Ballyvarley HC Development MeetingAghaderg GAC/Ballyvarley HC is holding a development meeting to discuss the future of the club and its developments moving forward on Wednesday, 28th June. The meeting is being held in St. Francis Primary School at 8pm and everyone i ...

down v monaghan ulster football semi final tickets

Down v Monaghan Ulster Football Championship Semi Final Tickets - 24th JuneTickets are available to order for this match through the club, anyone interested can contact the Club Secretary, Seamus McGrath, by Monday at seamusmcgrath@hotmail.comTicket prices are as follows:STAND:Ad ...

award for galtacht participants

A chairde go léír,   In order to further promote the learning and use of Irish in the club the Committee of Aghaderg GAC/Ballyvarley HC has once again generously agreed to award club members attending the Gaeltacht in the summer of 2017 a small financial award. ...

linenhill restaurant sponsor u14 hurling jerseys

John and Fiona Robinson and Paul Gillan of Linenhill Restaurant at the Outlet are pictured presenting new jerseys to our U14 Hurling team prior to their trip to the National Feile in Wexford. The club would like to thank Linenhill for their generous sponsorship. For the s ...

damian lennon cycle challenge raises £27k.

As of Tuesday night the Damian Lennon Cycle Challenge had raised £27k. After expenses that means the club will get approximately £14k and the charity will get £10k. That is a phenomenal achievement and the Club Committee would like to say a sincere thank you to everyone who ...

cul camp registration time again

The Cul Camp at the Club is fast approaching! To register your child for what is guaranteed to be a fun-filled week follow the instructions below:For P1 & P2 aged children a registration evening will take place next Monday evening (19th June) from 7pm to 8pm at B ...

sad passing of susan lennon.

It is with great sadness that we have learned of the passing of Susan Lennon.Susan was a very active member of the Ballyvarley Bowling Club, up until a few years ago.Susan was involved in many aspects of our club over very many years and will be sadly missed by all.We extend ...

a fantastic turn out for the damian lennon cycle challenge.

On the 28th May 2017 the Club held two charity cycle challenges in memory of club member Damian Lennon who passed away last year from pancreatic cancer. The 'HQ Challenge' was a cycle from Croke Park, GAA Headquarters, to the clubhouse. The 'On Yer Bike' Challen ...

a very successful coffee morning in memory of damian lennon.

There was an amazing selection of cakes, biscuits and buns at the coffee morning in the Old Town Hall this morning.Thanks to everyone who came along to the Coffee Morning today, it was great to see so many people there and supporting such an important cause in Damian's memo ...

sarah malone, named translink young gaa volunteer of the month

Aghaderg/Ballyvarley's Malone named Translink Young GAA Volunteer Sixteen year old, Sarah Malone from Aghaderg GFC, Camogie & Ballyvarley Hurling Club, Co Down has been the young GAA activist to be awarded the Translink Young GAA Volunteer Award. Sarah was awarded ...

final information for the damian lennon cycle challenge

After months of planning and training, the Damian Lennon Cycle Challenge is now only a few days away!  Lots of time and effort has gone into the organising of the cycle and I want to take this opportunity to thank everyone for taking part in the event and lending their support ...

armagh, banbridge and craigavon junior sports awards 2017

Nominations are now open for the Junior Sports Awards for the Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council area which are to be held on Friday 29 September 2017 in the Craigavon Civic & Conference Centre. The Categories are as follows:Junior MaleJunior FemaleJunior Sc ...

coffee morning in memory of damian lennon

In memory of Damian Lennon, and in conjunction with the Damian Lennon Cycle Challenge, a Coffee Morning is being held in the Old Town Hall, Banbridge on Saturday 27th May, from 10am to 1pm.The Coffee Morning is being organised and run by cycle participant Gerard Lennon, family an ...

only four weeks until the damian lennon cycle challenge

As May begins, there are now just 4 weeks before the Damian Lennon Cycle Challenge takes place on Sunday 28th May.   But it’s not too late, you can still sign up and take part! Both the challenges are still open for registration and, for those worried about the length of the ...

ballyvarley win feilé shield for second year running!

Great display today from the U-14 hurlers who won to reach the National Feilé Finals in Kilkenny. They retained the Shield from last year which is a massive achievement. A great display in the Semi Final beating Carryduff, holding them to just one point.Then in the final Ball ...

u-14 camogs reach feile final.

Congratulations to the Aghaderg U-14 Camogs who reached the final of the Feilé today.Unfortunately they lost out to Ballygalget in a very entertaining final.They did themselves, their manager, the club and their families proud!!! Well Done!!

senior camogs get off to fantastic start

Well done to our senior camogs who drew last night away to Kilclief, final score 1-7, 2-4.This was a great performance from everyone on the team and the manager could not have asked for more from his young charges on their first outing.See full match report in 'Results' section.

letter from chairperson on the damian lennon cycle challenge

Damian Lennon was a lifelong member of Aghaderg GAC/Ballyvarley HC.   He played football and hurling with the club, he managed teams and served on our Club and County Committee. He also played a huge role in the local Community Games organisation, at both local and county level. ...

damian lennon cycle challenge

In memory of Damian Lennon, Aghaderg GAC/Ballyvarley HC presents the Damian Lennon Cycle Challenge, a sponsored cycle taking place on Sunday 28th May.   Last year Damian Lennon, a lifelong member of Aghaderg GAC/Ballyvarley HC, passed away and to honour his ...

irish language collection

Aghaderg GAC & Ballyvarley HC would like to say a sincere thank you to the Aghaderg Parish and Aghaderg Parishioners for their generous support of the Irish Language collections at masses over St Patrick’s weekend. A total of £325.06 was collected outside masses in Loughbrick ...

celebrating st patrick's day.

Super function in the club last night celebrating St Patrick's Day and "drowning the Shamrock". Lots of food in an extensive buffet and music and song galore with Panache, local dancers and drama group and, of course, that hidden and previously undiscovered talent in the ...

st patrick's night event in ballyvarley hall

Following its success in previous years, the St Patrick's Night celebration is back in Ballyvarley Hall on Friday, 17th March. The St. Patrick's Night festivities will begin at 7:30pm, with an Irish buffet provided and Irish coffees made to order. It will als ...

gerard o'neill winner in first down draw 2017

The first Down Draw of the year took place on February 25th in the Shamrocks Club, with local Gerard O'Neill winning £200. Warmest congratulations are extended to all those who won in this first draw, and, with the draw continuing throughout the year there ar ...

meeting to discuss future development of the club

Aghaderg GAC/Ballyvarley HC is holding an open meeting to discuss the future development of the club on Sunday, 26th February. Chairperson Donal Moran will be chairing the meeting, which is to be held in Ballyvarley Hall from 5pm – 7pm. This is an opportunity to help the clu ...

irish language classes for kids

Want to start learning the Irish language and have some fun? Starting from Sunday 26th February, Beginner Irish Languages Classes will be available in Ballyvarley Hall. The classes are open to primary school children from P4 to P7 and will be held weekly from 1 ...

football coaching courses dates

Football Coaching Courses are being offered in Aghaderg and Tullylish on the following dates:Tuesday 14th February @ 7:30-8:30pmCOACHING ATTACKING PLAYTutor: Benny Coulter (Down GAA)Pitch Session under lights in Tullylish.Monday 20th February @ 7:30-8:30pmFUNDAMENTALS OF GAA ...

club president congratulates ulster gaa young person of the year

Club President Bertie Leckey has congratulated Katie Canniford after she was named Ulster GAA Young Person of the Year 2016.The award was presented at the Ulster GAA President’s Awards 2016, a gala dinner held at the Slieve Russell Hotel on 26th November to recognise special ...

club registration day - february 5th 12:30pm

Aghaderg GAC/Ballyvarley HC would like to invite you all to the Club Registration Day at Ballyvarley Hall, taking place on Sunday 5th February from 12:30 to 2:30pm. It’s that time of year again and all players – underage, minor, and senior – are asked to attend to register ...

invitation to senior awards night for 2016

We are pleased to invite you to the Aghaderg GAC/Ballyvarley HC Senior Awards Night, being held on Friday 27th January in Ballyvarley Hall at 7:30pm. Tickets are set at £10 and there will be a buffet, and 4 x Night at the Races to go along with the awards. Please note that there ...

2017 senior camogie meeting

2017 Senior Camogie gets underway with a meeting for the players.We are fielding a Senior Camogie team in 2017. It is a historic moment as it will be the first time the club has a senior side since 1998. A lot of girls are playing at lower age levels and we need to provide a t ...

santa sunday a resounding success

On Sunday past, Ballyvarley Hall played host to the Aghaderg Santa Sunday. The family fun day and volunteer appreciation event was a great success with appearances from Louie the magician, face-painters and balloon modellers, the local fire department, and, of course, the ...

fundamental hurling programme at st francis's

Please see opposite a photo of the P2 and P3 classes which took part in a fundamental hurling program which ran every Tuesday from September delivered by Ryan Gaffney. Today was their final session. They are a great bunch of kids and seem keen to continue playing hurl ...

santa sunday, sunday 18th december

Aghaderg G.A.C and Ballyvarley H.C. invite all children, parents, members and volunteers to a fun-filled festive day, to show our appreciation for your continued support throughout the year!Sunday 18th December 3.00pm to 5.00pmDon't forget to dress festively!!!!Thank You and Happ ...

katie canniford wins ulster youth volunteer of the year award

Congratulations to Katie Canniford on winning the Ulster Youth Volunteer of The Year Award.The Award was presented to Katie's Mum at a Black Tie Event in The Slieve Russell Hotel County Cavan on Saturday night.This is a great honour for Katie and the Club for her work at the Yout ...

more sad news for our local club with the passing of johnny stewart

It is with great sadness that we have learned of the death of another member of our community as Johnny Stewart passed away this morning. We extend our deepest sympathy to his wife Vera and the entire family circle.Johnny had only just stopped this year from bein ...

****black friday deal**** club gear can now be purchased online from o'neills

Our Club Gear page has just gone live and items can now be purchased on-line from O'Neills. Just click on the link below and this will bring you straight to the site.You can buy Jersey's, Shorts, Skorts, Tracksuit Bottoms, Hoodies, Socks, T-Shirts, Polo Shirts etc*** BLACK FRID ...

former down captain and three times all-ireland medal winner joe lennon dies.

It is with great sadness that Down GAA have learned of the death of former Aghaderg man, Joe Lennon, All Ireland winner in 1960,61 and captain of our All Ireland winning team of 1968.  We extend our deepest sympathy to his wife Anne and the entire family ...

club quiz night, friday 25th november.

Our Club will be holding their annual Quiz Night in Rice's Hotel Poyntzpass next Friday night 25th November at 9PM.Please come along to help raise much needed funds for the running of all our club games and activities.Entry Fee will be £2 per person.

gareth 'magic' johnson is star guest at juvenile awards night.

BIG STAR FOR A BIG EVENT! Guest speakers don't come much bigger than Down and Ulster Senior Hurling Star Gareth "Magic" Johnson as he distributed the awards and shared his wisdom with our youth at the club's highly successful Juvenile Awards Prese ...

“come dine with me” fund raising event

AGHADERG GAA “Come Dine with Me” Fund Raising Event ...

football meeting sunday 27th november at 12 noon

Hi all We are trying to set up a football sub committee ....Note for all age levels of football to improve Aghaderg s football profile now and for the future.Everyone with an interest to help, or an opinion please please come to the first gathering at the club on Sunday 2 ...

annual club sponsor walk from scarva tea rooms to poyntzpass & back

What a lovely morning for a STROLL IN THE COUNTRYSIDE!! The young, the very young and the, well, not-so-young enjoyed their "dander" to Poyntzpass and back on the Club's ANNUAL SPONSORED WALK. Thanks to everyone who turned out, it was a magnificent show of support for the ...

annual sponsored walk saturday 8th october

Saturday 8th October is only one week away!!!!!! Time to dust down those Sponsor Sheets and start raising some money!£30 Voucher for the person who raises the most money.£20 Voucher for the second highest amount raised.If you would like to support the fund-raising walk and ...

u-14 hurlers end season with trip to gosford go-karting.

U-14 Hurlers enjoy a fantastic wind down to bring the season to a close.Thanks to Terence for organising the Karting day at Markethill. It was great to see all the team together enjoying themselves. A perfect end to the best season ever , thanks again T.Thanks so much to each ...

aghaderg u-15 camog's win the mary mckeown shield, saturday 1st october 2016.

Well done to our U-15 Camogs today in winning the Mary McKeown shield in Newry.Check out the link below as the girls receive their medals. https://www.facebook.com/peter.mcconville.37/videos/1799673390255657/ Normal 0 false false false ...

u-10 footballers perform brilliantly at tullylish blitz.

Fantastic showing by the Aghaderg U-10's at blitz in Tullylish. Playing in horrendous conditions, the team swept past both Tullylish and Drumgath raining goals and points galore. Aghaderg progressed to the semi finals of the cup where they were narrowly defeated by Clan n ...

acbc council accredited courses

Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon Borough Council will be delivering the following accredited courses as part of its Coach Education Programme for 2016/17:   Workshop 1   Title:                      First Aid for Sp ...

down gaa county finals weekend

It's Cousin against Cousin, it's local, it's personal, it's up close. There's no hiding place...... It's Down Championship Finals Weekend. Friday 23rd September 2016: Venue:  Mayobridg ...

aghaderg u-10's & u-8's win at banbridge tournament

Congratulations to our U-10 & U-8 footballers.Aghaderg's U-10's won the Tommy Bradley Plaque on the 4th September by beating Clonduff in the final.Aghaderg U-8's won the Kevin Murphy shield on 3rd September by beating Banbridge in the final.See Team Photo's in 'Gallery' secti ...

2016 down gaa all county u14 hurling championship shield final

Ballyvarley close out the game in the U-14 Hurling Championship Semi-final Wednesday night past! What a performance from Ballyvarley U-14 hurlers in going to the (favourites) Carryduff and beating them by 2 points in their own backyard.... Ballyvarley 6-6, Carryduff 6-4A t ...

clann na derg u-12's win div ii league title

Congratulations to both Ronan Armstrong and Ronan Sands. Well done boys you represented our club well in your successful year.....unbeaten!

annual sponsored walk saturday 8th october

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annual club bbq saturday 13th august

You can't afford to miss this fabulous THREE FOR ONE DEAL on SATURDAY 13th AUG. Club BBQ + Re-union of 2006 JHC Winning team + Folk Night with Hyland Paddy. Tickets go on sale from this weekend!

club activities postponed - due to the sad passing of damien lennon.

All club activities are currently postponed as a mark of respect to the Lennon family on the passing of Damien Lennon. Damien was a lifelong member of our club, former player and committee member and will be sadly missed by all. Our condolences are extended ...

its a long way to tipperary!

Good luck to our U-14 Hurling team and their mentors this weekend 17th - 19th June as they head for Carrick-on-Suir for the National Feile Finals. Enjoy the experience!! Wish we were there.

'aghaderg does strictly'

Bank holiday, May  weekend 2016 and the Canal Court Hotel Newry opened the doors of the Millers conference centre for ‘Aghaderg  Does Strictly’. This was to be the public demonstration of all the glitz and glamour developed over four months of fun, pre ...

club activities postponed - due to the sad passing of john henry o'neill

All club activities are are currently postponed as a mark of respect to the O'Neill family on the passing of John Henry O'Neill. John Henry was involved in all aspects of our club over very many years and will be sadly missed by all.Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

night at the races - friday 20 may bus bar

Night at the Races will take place on Friday 20th May at 8pm in the Bus Bar BanbridgeSponsorship opportunities still exist £40 to sponsor a race and £20 for a horse.Contact Donal on (078) 1312 2452

ballyvarley are division 3 feilé champions 2016

We'll done to the Ballyvarley U-14 hurlers who won the Div3 Feile today in Portaferry with a superb win over Kilclief/Ben Dearg' This was a fantastic achievement, the boys played really well with a very young team.Photos in 'Gallery'

down minor camogs are all-ireland champions

Congratulations to Katie Canniford on winning an All-Ireland Minor Title with Down Minor Camogie Team.Down won a close contest defeating Roscommon on a scoreline of 1-6 to 0-6.Congratulations also to Francis McGrath and Declan Napier who were Manager and Trainer respectively.Pics ...

u-12 footballers get off to great start

Successful start to U-12 league campaign defeating The fancied Rostrevor outfit. Aghaderg had two players on the team, Ronan Armstrong and Ronan Sands. Well done lads that is a big win!More photos in 'Gallery'

come dine with me at the conways

Sat 9th April was the latest Come Dine With Me Event, hosted by Siobhan and Colum Conway. The night was a great success with excellent food and after dinner entertainment was a big hit, (although not everyone managed to hit the dart board, and of course th ...

come dine with me at the mcgrady's

Sat 30th January 2016 was the second Come Dine With Me Event, hosted by Deirdre & Finbar McGrady. Everyone enjoyed the gorgeous food, with a stunning pavlova created by Miss Clodagh McGrady and the craic was great. The after dinner entertainment was a ...

gaeltacht summer schools

Gaeltacht Summer Schools As well as playing Gaelic games Aghaderg GAC and Ballyvarley HC supports the promotion of Gaelic culture and language. The club has traditionally awarded £50 to members attending Gaeltacht Summer Schools to develop and enhance their Irish language ...

gaelic for mothers and others weds 7:00pm

Training begins Wednesday 6th AprilContact: Aileen McCartan 07944 445170  Gaelic for Mothers and Others begins this Wednesday 6th April 7pm at club. ALL WELCOME.There are no prerequisites - you do not have to have played Gaelic Football or any sport for that matter. Come along a ...

mass for deceased members sunday 5th april @ 11:30am ballyvarley hall

Sunday 5th April at 11:30am Ballyvarley Hall As the new season gets underway the club will celebrate mass this Sunday at Ballyvarley Hall to remember and celebrate the lives of all of our deceased members. We wo ...

membership registration this saturday - final opportunity

Final opportunity for membership registration this Saturday from 11.00 to 12 noon at club. All membership MUST be paid before the end of March.  Membership form here:  http://bit.ly/1XzEmiw

take your partners...as aghaderg goes "strictly"

Rehearsals are in full flow as the dancing talent in Aghaderg prepare for the big event in the Canal Court on Sunday 29th May. It is shaping up towards an exciting and entertaining evening as Aghaderg Go Strictly Come Dancing.More photos in 'Gallery' section.

membership registration day - sun 21st feb 12 -2pm

Membership registration day is on Sunday 21st February between 12:00 and 2:00pm  Membership registration forms are available on the day or can be downloaded here http://tempuri.org/tempuri.html It is impo ...

aghaderg does strictly come dancing sunday 29th may 2016 in the canal court newry.

Sunday November 2nd 2014 witnessed one of the most entertaining nights in the Canal Court in Newry when the Aghaderg Club and Parish co-operated to present a night of Jigs and Reels. The talented and courageous dancers strutted their stuff on stage in front of almos ...

aghaderg gac & ballyvarley hc get the new year going

The Annual General Meeting of Aghaderg  GAC  and Ballyvarley HCtook place over two sessions before the Christmas break.The outgoing Chairman, Kieran Lennon in his address thanked first the coaches who had coached Aghaderg and Ballyvarley teams in each of the three field g ...

happy christmas to the aghaderg and ballyvarley community

Best wishes for Christmas and the New Year to all our members and their families

2016 down clubs draw

For as little as £10.00 per month you can support the activities of our club.  This is one of the club's major fundraisers and helps us to provide the support necessary for all of our playing and non-playing activities.To apply of for further information contact Donal Moran - 078 ...

club gear orders to be collected sunday 13th december

All Club Gear that anyone has ordered is now ready for collection. Can you please collect from the club rooms this Sunday morning from 11:30 to 1 pm. Anything not collected on the day may mean you don't get it until after Xmas.. ...

st mungos by grimes and mckee, 14th december

St Colman's College and St Francis Aghaderg along with the Colgan family welcome you on the 14th December to Newry City Hall to watch ST MUNGOS by Grimes and McKee in celebration and memory of young MARK COLGAN (RIP). Please come together as a community and support this event ...

come dine with me!

Michael and Brenda Sands hosted their very first 'Come Dine With Me' recently. A fun evening with friends whilst raising money for our club. Such an easy event to organise and a great excuse to socialise. Photos in 'Photo Gallery'

annual club awards night friday 4th december in ballyvarley hall.

The Club held it's Annual Awards Dinner last Friday night 4th December and the award winners were as follows: Thomas Lennon (Senior Hurler & Sportsperson), Paul McGrath (Senior Footballer & Sportsperson), Laura Fletcher (Youth Person), Dol ...

ballyvarley's 127 year hurling history depicted in wall mural

With one swipe of the hurl the canvas is ripped open to reveal Ballyvarley's hurling tradition. Almost every era of Ballyvarley's hurling history, from pre-GAA (early 19th century) right through to the present, is represented in this thought-provoking and quality mural. ...

club dvd launch

Club DVD is being launched tonight at our Senior Awards Night in the Hall. Full of the highlights of our hurling history and images of the 11 events we organised this year to celebrate our hurling tradition. Be the first to view it. Limited edition so get one while st ...

annual club awards night friday 4th december at 7:45pm in ballyvarley hall.

Tickets for the Club's Awards Night & Dinner are now on sale. Tickets are priced at £10 each.You should book your ticket through any committee member as soon as possible!

aghaderg gfc and ballyvarley hc notification of the club’s annual general meeting

The Annual General Meeting of the club will be held on Sunday 29th November 2015 in Ballyvarley Hall at 2pm.It is hoped that all members will be able to attend. Normal 0 false false false EN-GB X-NONE X- ...

"come dine with me" fund raising event

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"the legends return"

Cumann Pheadair Naofa GAA Present"THE LEGENDS RETURN"Kilkenny legends including DJ Carey, JJ Delaney, Tommy Walsh & moreVSt Peter's/Ulster SelectionPairc EslerSaturday 21st November @ 4pmLiam O'Hare Memorial Minor 7's Semi Finals & Final Commences at 2.30pmAdmission:A ...

juvenile awards night - thurs 29 oct 2015

Juvenile Awards NightBelmont Hotel, Banbridge Thursday 29 October 2015 7:15 for 7:30 startAwards will be presented by Down Captain Kevin McKernanPlease advise coaches of Ticket Numbers and meal choices ASAP.(Please advise of any special dietary requirements)Menu:Adult Roast Beef ...

2016 club kit orders- deadline sat oct10

Club Kit Order Form 2016.  Orders must be received by Sat Oct 10th. Orders can be taken at the Club Friday evening from 7pm - 8pm and Saturday from 11am - noon. http://tempuri.org/tempuri.html ...

clannaderg div ii champions!!!

Congratulations to Clannaderg U-12 Footballers win the U-12 Div II League and Winners of the Leitrim Tournament. Matthew Malone (right) Joint Captain, with the League winners trophy and the Leitrim Tournament Cup.More photos in "Gallery" section.

aghaderg gfc/ballyvarley hc/aghaderg cc club visit to the navan centre in armagh

AGHADERG GFC/BALLYVARLEY HC/AGHADERG CC Club visit to the Navan Centre in Armagh Saturday 31 October 2015, part of the ‘History of Ballyvarley Hurling’ project Cost of ...

u-10 football blitz in poyntzpass.

Our U-10 footballers travelled across the County boundary on Saturday for a Blitz in Poyntzpass. See more photos of the day in our "Photo Gallery" section.

three ballyvarley u-12 hurlers & two aghaderg u-12 camogs play at croke park.

Check out more pics of this historic event in our "Photo Gallery" section.

club visit to the ulster american folk park in omagh.

Aghaderg GFC/Ballyvarley HC/Aghaderg CC Club are running a bus to the Ulster American Folk Park Omagh on Wednesday 26 August 2015 as part of the ‘History of Ballyvarley Hurling’ project. ...

historical walk & annual club bbq saturday 22nd august

SATURDAY 22nd AUGUST 2015 WALK WITH US, BACK THROUGH TIME SEE THE GEOGRAPHICAL LANDMARKS IN AGHADERG’S GAA HISTORY LAUNCH OUR COLOURFUL GAA WALKING MAP AND GUI ...

historical walk & annual club bbq saturday 22nd august

This year’s Annual Club BBQ will be held on Saturday 22nd August at 20:00. You are also invited to WALK THROUGH AGHADERG’S GAA PAST AS WE UNVEIL SPECIAL PLAQUES AT HISTORIC PITCH LOCATIONS. The walk which is around the local area (map provided) is 4.3 Mil ...

down all-county fixtures 10th-18th august.

Mon 10 Aug 2015 Morgan Fuels Down GAA Senior Football Championship Venue: Newcastle, Rostrevor V Downpatrick20:00,  2015 Trócaire Down GAA Intermediate Football Championship Venue: Newcastle, Ballymartin V Carryduff18:30,  East Down R ...

down's extra time july edition is ready for download

Down's Extra Time GAA Newsletter for July 2015 can now be downloaded from our 'Downloads' section.

down club draw winners for july

July Prizewinners ...

down all-county fixtures 20th-28th july.

Mon 20 Jul Down All County Hurling League Division 2 Venue: Castlewellan, Castlewellan V Ballycran19:30,  Venue: Carryduff, Carryduff V Clonduff19:30,  Venue: Cherryvale, Bredagh V Portaferry19:30,  Tue 21 Jul 2015 Down All County ...

down all-county fixtures 6th-13th july.

Mon 06 Jul 2015 Down All County Premier Reserve Football League Division 1 Venue: Burren, Burren V Mayobridge19:30,  Venue: Saval, Saval V Loughinisland19:30,  South Down U14 Football League Division 1 Venue: Clonduff, Clonduff V ...

down club draw winners for may

Club Winners   £2 ...

down's extra time june edition is ready for download

Down's Extra Time GAA Newsletter for June 2015 can now be downloaded from our 'Downloads' section.

night at the races friday 3rd july

The Night at the Races will take place in Ballyvarley Hall at 9:00 p.m. on Friday 3rd July following our home Senior football match against Aughlisnafin . Full Bar facilities will be available.Your suppo ...

sports day - sun july 5th at 2pm

Club Sports Day will take place on Sunday 5th July from 2pm to 5pmSports Day Poster

down all-county fixtures 22nd-30th june

Mon 22 Jun South Down U14 Football League Division 1 Venue: Burren, Burren V Clonduff19:30,  Venue: Mayobridge, Mayobridge V Warrenpoint19:30,  South Down U14 Football League Division 3 Venue: Atticall, Atticall V Drumgath19:30,  Venue: Mi ...

st francis' p5's travel to cultrá by train!

St Francis P5 pupils enjoy the novelty of travelling by train on their HeritageLottery Fund and Club sponsored trip to the Ulster Folk and Transport Museum at Cultra.See more photos in our ‘Gallery’ section.http://www.ballyvarleyhc.com/media/photo_gallery/thumbs ...

all-ireland qualifier wexford v down 27th june

Wexford v Down Saturday 27th June is in Innovate Wexford Park @ 6:30pm. Tickets are now on sale from the County Office in Castlewellan and the prices are as follows. €15/£13 Adults€10/£9 Students/Oaps available at venue on production of IDJuveniles Fre ...

annual sports day sunday 5th july

This Years Annual Sports day Is Sunday 5th July Starting At 2:00pm Everyone Welcome.Further details to follow!Come Along And Join The Fun!!!

aghaderg/ballyvarley will hold it's kellogg's gaa cúl camp from 6th -10july

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camogie feile 2015 - lend your support

Camogie Feile 2015http://tempuri.org/tempuri.html

club clean up in preparation for hosting the national camogie feile from 19th – 21st june.

There will be a Club Clean Up next week In preparation for hosting the National Camogie Feile at the club from 19th – 21st June.Anyone can come at any time of the day that people are free to spare an hour or two.   Club Chairman Kieran Lennon ...

down all-county fixtures 1st-9th june

Mon 01 Jun Down GAA All County Football League Division 3 Venue: St Michael's, St Michael's V Mitchels19:30,  Down All County Premier Reserve Football League Division 1 Venue: Kilcoo, Kilcoo V Clonduff19:00,  South Down U14 Fo ...

national camogie feile na ngael 19th - 21st june

Aghaderg U-14 camogie team will be participating in the 2015 National Féile Na nGael Camogie competition from 19th-21st June. Part of the event will be held at Aghaderg where we will be hosting a team from Mayo. This is a unique opportunity for our U-14 Camogs to take ...

down's extra time may edition is ready for download

Down's Extra Time GAA Newsletter for May 2015 can now be downloaded from our 'Downloads' section.

down all-county fixtures 25th may-2nd june

Mon 25 May Down All County Hurling League Division 1 Venue: Ballela, Ballela V Kilclief19:30,  Venue: Shamrocks, Shamrocks V Liatroim19:30,  Venue: Páirc Liam Uí Ír, Warrenpoint V Ballygalget19:30,  Down All County Hurling League Division 2 ...

book launch day fast approaching saturday 16th may

Three big events on Saturday 16th May: 1.An Exhibition of Photographs in Ballyvarley Hall 12pm to 3.30pm.2.Coaching by All Ireland Medal Winning Hurlers Eoin Kelly and Eoin Murphy 1:30pm to 2:30pm. 3.The Book Launch at 7.30pm in the Parish Centre.Meet our Hurli ...

'the history of ballyvarley hurling' book launch saturday 16th may at 7:30pm

BOOK LAUNCH! “The History of Ballyvarley Hurling 1889-2014” Pictorial History Book To be launched on Sat 16th May 2015 in The Parish Centre, Banbridge ...

aghaderg u10s at tullylish blitz

Aghaderg U10 Footballers narrowly lost U10 blitz final to hosts Tullylish by a single point. The team won all of their group matches defeating Clonduff, St. Michaels and Drumgath in a superb display Photos in Gallery: Aghaderg U10s Football Photos

down all-county fixtures 20-28th april

Mon 20 Apr South Down U14 Football League Division 1 (Round: Round 2), Venue: Clonduff, Clonduff V Ballyholland19:00,  (Round: Round 2), Venue: Burren, Burren V Mayobridge19:00,  South Down U14 Football League Division 3 (Round: ...

all county results 13th april - 19th april

O'Neills O'Neills Down ACFL 2 Sun, 19 Apr, (Round: Round 1), Darragh Cross 2-16 Dromara 0-6   O'Neills O'Neills ...

u-14 camogs at loughgiel

Our U-14 Camogs  travelled to Loughgiel on Sunday 12th March to play matches against Loughgiel Shamrocks and Ballycastle. They battled well against two very strong sides and all had a great experience.Their first League match is at home 7.00pm Tuesday 14th April where th ...

ballyvarley win west down indoor bowling league triples cup

Ballyvarley Bowlers had a successful end to the season on Tuesday night. They overcame a strong Ballydougan team in a very tight exciting last end finish to clinch the West Down Indoor Bowling League Triples Cup.See team photo in 'Gallery' section.

club awards night

Annual Club awards night was held in the Bistro Banbridge last Friday night. Club President Bertie Leckey presented the awards. Award winners - Club Person of the Year - James McGrath.                      Chairman's Award - Aidan Hegarty. ...

book launch saturday 16th may

BOOK LAUNCH! “The History of Ballyvarley Hurling 1889-2014” Pictorial History Book To be launched on Sat 16th May 2015 in The Parish Centre, Banbridge See you there! Normal ...

annual club presentation dinner friday 27th march

The Club will be having it's annual Presentation Dinner on Friday 27th March In The Bistro Banbridge at 7:15pm. A limited number of tickets are now available from Club Chairman Kieran Lennon, so please contact Kieran (07590394018) as soon as possible.Tickets are £20

club registrations days sunday 15th february & sunday 22nd february

The Club is holding membership registration events between 12:30 and 2:00 on Sunday 15th February and Sunday 22nd February 2015. Membership must be paid before 31st March 2015. It is important that ALL PLAYERS ARE FULLY PAID-UP MEMBERS to ensure the GAA insuran ...

all-ireland senior & intermediate club camogie semi-finals sunday 1st february 2015

Good luck to local Camogie Club Clonduff who take on Piltown from Kilkenny in tomorrows All-Ireland Intermediate Semi-Final in Clane Co. Kildare at 2:30pm.In the other Intermediate Semi-Final Oranmore/Maree v Lismore, 2.30pm in Charleville, Co. Cork.The Senior Semi-Finals are: Mu ...

trip to tipp

All Ireland Club Hurling Semi-Finals, Thurles, Co. Tipperary Saturday February 7thLeaving Club 9:30am return 10pmFixtures: 2pm Portaferry (Down) v Kilmallock (Limerick) 3:45pm Gort (Galway) v Ballyhale Shamrocks (Kilkenny) Cost: (Includes coach travel and entry into ...

hurling sub-committee meeting sunday 11th january at 1:30pm

Hurling Sub-Committee meeting on Sunday 11th Jan at 1:30pm2 topics;Election of new Hurling Sub-Committee Chair & Secretary - these positions need filled for 2015 to allow hurling sub-committee to function. Pat McGrath & John Brolly are both stepping down due to wo ...

myaware the myasthenia gravis association great soapbox 2015 summer appeal

Dear All, Would you all please view the attached poster(view full size poster in our 'Downloads' section) and consider making a Christmas donation in support of our 2015 summer campaign for Myaware, the Myasthenia Gravis Association! Would your company consider sponsoring o ...

new date for club agm sunday 30th november

A Chara, Aghaderg GFC & Ballyvarley HC's A.G.M will now take place in the club committee rooms on SUNDAY 30TH NOVEMBER @ 7PM.In preparation for the event we require your club nominations to the Committee and any motions or recommendations you wish to ha ...

a night of shared memories friday 7th november

A night of shared memories for MARK COLGAN will be held in Aghaderg G.F.C. & Ballyvarley H.C. Clubrooms on Friday 7th November at 7-30pm.  This is a night for the children that played with and knew Mark. This is an OPEN invite to attend and share your happy memori ...

dublin v irish news ulster all-stars at kingspan stadium (home of ulster rugby)

GAA and Rugby come together to tackle Motor Neurone Disease (MND)Kingspan Stadium to host historic GameForAnto An historic GAA match will take place at the home of Ulster Rugby on November 15, aimed at raising awareness of Motor Neurone Disease (MND). Antrim and Ulster GAA ...

team news for hurling/shinty series

Hurling/Shinty International Series   The Hurling/Shinty senior series is played on a home and away basis.  The return game will be played in Newry on 25th October along with the U21 game which takes place at 3pm and the senior game at 5.00pm. The Senior Test will b ...

two nations go to war in the hurling/shinty international series 25th october pairc esler

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mark's big breakfast saturday 13th december

On 20th March this year Mervyn, Felicity, Paul and Aideen lost their beloved son and brother Mark. They will hold a "Big Breakfast" in memory of Mark on Saturday13th Dec' 2014.Breakfast will be served in three settings:10 O'Clock11 O'Clock12 O'ClockAll proceeds will got ...

aghaderg parish in conjunction with aghaderg gac jigs & reels sunday 2nd november

Aghaderg Parish & Aghaderg G.A.C. will stage Jigs & Reels in the Canal Court Hotel, Newry, on Sunday 2nd of November starting at 7pm SHARP.All proceeds will be divided equally between Aghaderg Parish Building Fund and Aghaderg G.A.C.Each Dance will include a comedy elemen ...

aghaderg u-12 camogs lose narrowly in division 1 blitz final

Aghaderg U-12 Camogie team at Down end of year County Blitz in Castlewellan. The team beat  An Riocht, Attical, Ballycran, drew with Clonduff and reached the Division 1 final losing by 2 Points to Ballygalget. Well done girl's.

ballyvarley u-12's win tony carr memorial shield

Ballyvarley U-12 Hurlers win Tony Carr Shield overcoming Warrenpoint in a competitive but sporting final between the two clubs.Well done lads.More Photos In the 'Gallery'.

award 2 football coaching course news

See below previously circulated details relating to Award 2 Football Coaching Course being run by Ulster GAA. The closing date for applications is Friday 26th September.Course: Award 2 Youth/Adult Dates: 10/11th & 24/25th October plus 8th NovemberVenue: Athletic G ...

ulster council upcoming coaching courses, resources and projects

Please find below a number of Courses, resources and projects coming up over the next few months.  Level 3 Diploma in Team Management in Gaelic SportCommencing Tuesday 7th October, Closing date 26th September - Places allocated on a first come first served basis! ...

all ireland hurling final replay tickets are in short supply!

Our Club has only been allocated 8 All-Ireland Hurling Final Replay Tickets @£43.00 each.Any enquiries please to: Paul McGivern mob. : 07596953682email : Secretary.aghaderg.down@gaa.ie Kieran Lennonmob. : 07590394018email : kieran574@hotmail.com  

club lotto jackpot winners

Club Treasurer James McGrath Presents Moya Stewart with a cheque for £3100, and Bertie Leckey presents Anne Devlin with a cheque for £650 as winners of our last two Lotto Jackpots.

aghaderg u-12 camogie team perform well at patrice gorman tournament saturday 13th september

Aghaderg U-12 Camogie team who took part in the Patrice Gorman Camogie Tournament in Newry Shamrocks. The team reached the tournament final losing by 1 Point to Liatriom, a great team effort by all the girls, well played.

all ireland hurling final replay ticket news

All-Ireland Hurling Final Replay on Saturday 27th September. Anyone who wishes to have their name included to request All-Ireland Hurling Replay Tickets should contact Club Chairman Kieran Lennon as soon as possible. Tickets are €50 for th ...

all ireland football final on sunday 21st september tickets news

All 44 Football Clubs in the County will receive 3 Tickets plus 1 for their County Board Rep i.e. 4 Tickets@£70.00 for this years All-Ireland Football Final on Sunday 21st September. Anyone ...

quiz night friday 26th september in rice's hotel poyntpass at 9pm.

Aghaderg Camogie Club are running a Table Quiz to raise much needed funds in Rice's Hotel Poyntzpass everyone welcome, so please come along and show your support. The Camogie Club are also organising a bus to Croke Park on Sunday 14th September for the All-Ireland Camogie Fin ...

club sports day 2014 - sat 6th september

---------------------------- Lots of fun and games for all the family including: Underage Football, hurling and camogie; SUMO Wresting; DJ and Music,  Long Puck; and much much more... BEGINS AT 2PM.     ADM: £3 Adults

all-ireland hurling final ticket news

The Club have been allocated 8 tickets for this years All-Ireland Hurling Final on Sunday 7th September. Anyone who wishes to have their name included to request All-Ireland Hurling Tickets should contact either ...

success at u-8 hurling blitz in ballela

Ballyvarley had a very successful day winning all their matches, beating  Ballycran, Portaferry, and Ballela A & B teams.Team Photo Of Ballyvarley's U-8 Hurlers at the Ballela Blitz today. Well Done Boys!More Photos In The 'Gallery'. 

down u-14 football development squad play in north armagh tournament.

Aghadergs's Ryan Donnelly who played for the U-14 Down Development team on Saturday 19th July in a successful outing against North Armagh.  

mars milk play fund 2014

The MARS Milk Fund is seeking to support sports individuals and clubs with items such as new kits, help with travel costs, additional pitch time or competition entry fees. Each month, 10 deserving applicants will be selected to receive a donation of £30 ...

annual club bbq saturday 9th august

The Club will hold its Annual BBQ on Saturday 9th August at 8:30PM.There will be 7-A-Side Football from 7:00PM.Bar Facilities are available and Music will be by "Fireside Folk". Tickets are now available from Committee Members at £10 each.

down u-14 camogs impress at dublin blitz

Rachel Canniford, Chloe McConville and Sarah Malone were called into the Down U-14 Development Squad for Saturday 12th July. The team performed well in the Blitz held in Dublin .

down v kildare sunday 13th july 2014 ticket news.

Down v Kildare All Ireland Qualifier Round 2B Sunday 13th July 2014 at 2pm in Pairc Esler This is NOT an all ticket fixture, however, we are offering the opportunity for patrons to purchase match tickets in advance. Tickets which will admit to e ...

cross-community programme-exploring cultural institutions

The main part of the programme includes a FREE visit to Doagh Famine Village. There are 15 places available for people who live in the council areas of Armagh, Banbridge, Craigavon, and Newry & Mourne and the border areas of Louth and Monaghan and are connected to ...

club kit order form - place orders sat 28 june at club 10am

Orders by July 5th   Add £2.50 to cost of items that you want personalised with initials   Click HERE for Order Form   ORDERS WILL BE TAKEN AT CLUB NEXT SAT (28TH JUNE) from 10:00 am to 11:30CAMOGIE TEAM ORDERS: Any camogs who want to order kit colours to match existing camogie k ...

cul camp graduation party 4th july 2014

There will be a Cul Camp Graduation Party on Friday 4th July at the Club Grounds.There Will be a Magician from 7 - 8pm.Family Disco 8 - 10pmAdmission is £3 per child.Everyone must come dressed in a County Jersey, Adults & Children!

st francis's duo represent their county at clones

Matthew Malone and Imran Hussain were picked for the Down Primary School team that played Donegal in Clones on Sunday 15th June. The young Ballyvarley hurlers lined out for their County during the interval of the Down v Donegal Senior Hurling Championship game and before the Mo ...

comedy hypnotist event in aid of children of mombasa charity fund

Martin Donnelly is running a Comedy Hypnotist night for Mombasa Kenya.   Please come along and support the Children of Mombasa.  COMEDY HYPNOTIST NIGHT FOLLOWED BY DISCOCOACH BANBRIDGE27TH JUNE 2014STARTING 9PMFor further information please contact Martin on 07775920387

martin donnelly's mombasa, kenya charity appeal

A little bit about my time in the Slums of Mombasa, What has been done to date, and future projects.  During my stay in Mombasa Kenya I had probably one of the best Christmas experiences of my life. Giving to the needy, people less fortunate than ourselves.On Christmas eve ...

june extra time newsletter ready for download

Down's Extra Time GAA Newsletter for June 2014 can now be downloaded from our 'Downloads' section.

intensive irish language course this saturday 7th june

Are there any club members out there that would be interested in an intensive Irish Language course this weekend?An Intensive Irish language course will take place between 10am-4pm, Saturday, June 7th, in Bunscoil Bheanna Boirche, Castlewellan. A beginners, intermediate a ...

banbridge district junior sports awards

Nominations are required for the Banbridge District Junior Sports Awards for July 2013 - June 2014 which will be held in the Belmont Hotel on Wednesday 17th September 2014.If you wish to nominate any young person or team within our Club for these awards can you please contact Clu ...

dogs are prohibited from our playing fields

There has been a lot of dog fouling all over our main pitch which is very dangerous to all those using the pitch for games.  Can all patrons be aware that dogs are NOT allowed on the playing fields at any time for health and safety reasons.   

stewards required for down v tyrone replay at pairc esler

Can I ask if any of our members would be available to act as match stewards on Saturday night in Pairc Esler. Stewards would need to be available from 2.30pm on Saturday. If anyone is available can you please contact Paul McGivern 07596953682 as so ...

down v tyrone replay, ticket news

Saturday 24th May 2014 Electric Ireland Ulster GAA Football Minor Championship Quarter Final (4.45pm, ET if necessary) Monaghan V Tyrone at Pairc Esler              Ref: P Faloon (Down)Ulster GAA Football Senior Championship First Round Replay(6.30pm, ET ...

latest camogie results

Ballycran V Aghaderg Our U-16 girls travelled to Ballycran on Saturday 19th April and despite a late ferry and starting late the game finally got underway 45 minutes late. Our girls were up against a motivated and skilled team however I was grea ...

come and meet the down senior football squad

Down County Board are holding their annual open night/meet the players night on Tuesday 6th May at the Abbey CBS Newry at 7pm.  Everyone is invited to come along and see the players.

tickets news for tyrone v down 18th may in healy park

Tickets are now available for Down v Tyrone Ulster Championship Game in Healy Park on 18th May. This is an ALL TICKET fixture and ticket prices are as follows:   Stand £20 Adult £5 Under 16   Terrace £13  Adult £5 Under 16 £9 Senior Citizens/StudentsCan anyone inte ...

the history of hurling in ballyvarley

Fellow Hurlers, I am publishing a book on the History of Hurling In Ballyvarley. The Book will be Officially Launched In the Parish Centre in Banbridge on Saturday 8th November 2014 (7-30pm to 9-30pm) and, of course, I hope you will be there. I am tr ...

night at the races friday 9th may

Aghaderg GFC & Ballyvarley HC's annual night at the races is being held on Friday 9th May. As part of the fund raising event we have to sell 512 tote tickets at £1 each. This is very difficult if left to a handful of people. As a club it would be gratefully appreciated if as ...

kelloggs cúl camp coaches positions available

As we draw near to the summer, Down GAA are seeking expressions of interest from people who may be interested in joining the coaching staff at this year's Kellogg's Cúl Camps. The Cúl Camps are an integral part of the Down GAA calendar with over 300 ...

camogie club easter hamper draw

Aghaderg Camogie Club are selling tickets for an Easter hamper draw.Tickets £2 each or 3 for £5Draw will take place 25th April.Tickets can be purchased from all camogie players or mentors.Thanks for your support.

2014 scéim deontais gaeltachta application form

Please note that the application forms for Gaeltachta Scholarship 2014 are now available from our 'Downloads' section.All applications can be sent to myself at administrator1.down@gaa.ie or delivered to me at the County Office.Please note that the closing date for Gaeltac ...

more sad news for our club

Sorry to announce we have heard of more sad news today of the passing of our senior football team manger Noel Sextons mother Margaret.Our thoughts and prayers goes out to all the Sexton family.May she rest in peace

tremendous turn out to pay their respects to mark colgan

A Massive Thank You To All Our Members And People From The Wider Community Who Helped Out At The Club In The Support Of The Colgan Family From We Learned Of The Tragic Passing Of Their Loving Son Mark.You Are All In Our Thoughts And Prayers.

mark colgan - club statement

CLUB STATEMENT It is with deep regret we learned of the death of one of our juvenile players in an accident today. Mark Colgan (14) was an enthusiastic and talented footballer and hurler who played a huge part ...

all club activities suspended

Would All Club Members Please Note That All Club Activities Have Been Suspended Until Further Notice Due To A Tragedy Within The Club! Our Thoughts And Prayers Are With The Families At This Time.

st patrick’s day hurling 6-a-side tournament

The St Patrick’s Day Senior Hurling Tournament organised by Ballyvarley Hurling Club on Sunday night proved to be a real crowd-pleaser as four teams, The Paddy Whacks, The Shamerocks, The Shillelaghs and The Drunken Harps battled it out for the Festive Country Cup and the obli ...

st. patrick’s celebration

Sunday 16th March  7:30pm till LateMusic & Dancing Irish Stew/Refreshments & BarAdults ..... £6 Children .. £4

membership for 2014 now due - download forms here

Membership for 2014 is now due.Download Here

ballyvarley hurling 7s - sunday 16th march @ 7pm

The Hurling 7s will take place on Sunday March 16th at 7pm Players to assemble at 6.30pm We are asking players to contribute £6 each which will give you entry into the St. Patrick's night event in the hall and includes a bowl (or two) of stew ...

campa chormaic 2014 - now accepting applications

Download application form here A chairde,   Believe it or not it is that time again when we are beginning our preparations for our summer activities at Campa Chormaic.   We intend to host a camp for young people from Down and Armagh respec ...

car boot sale saturday 22nd february 10am - 1pm

A Car boot sale along with Registration for Club Membership next Saturday 22nd February in the hall from 10am to 1pm.   Anyone interested in a table (£5) or any other enquires can contact Club Secretary Paul McGivern on 07596953682

gum shield mould fitting wednesday 12th february at 6:30pm

As you are aware gum shields are now required for all playing personnel. In order to facilitate this a dentist who has made gum shields for the majority of the county teams will be taking moulds at the hall next Wednesday night from 6.30pm.  The cost will be £25 per gum shield an ...

aghaderg gaelic football sevens friday 7th february @ 7pm

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aghaderg gaelic football sevens

AGHADERG GAELIC FOOTBALL SEVENS  FRIDAY 7TH FEBRUARY @ 7PM AGES 16 - 60 **MUSIC TO FOLLOW EVENT** ENQUIRES : KIERAN LENNON 07590394018PAUL MCGIVERN 07596953682OR E-MAIL aghaderg.sevens@outlook.com SPONSORED BY : BANBRIDGE CRYO SPA (Sports Injury & ...

goldmark introductory workshops

Ulster GAA, in association with IFA and IRFU (Ulster Branch), will host a round of GoldMark Introductory Workshops to promote the GoldMark Programme to young people involved in sports volunteering, aged between 14 and 24 years. The workshop is open to young interested vol ...

senior football training for the 2014 season begins this sunday

Training for all members of Aghaderg senior football squad begins next Sunday 12th January at 9:30am at the club grounds.  All current members of the squad are expected to attend plus any new players. Training will also take place on Wednesdays and Fridays at 7:30pm.  P ...

christmas disco sunday 22nd december 3-5pm.

There will be a Disco in the Hall on Sunday 22nd of December at 3pm for all our Primary School children. Admission is £3.00.There will also be a special visit from Santa Claus after 5 o'clock so make sure you come along and enjoy the fun.

hurling great dj carey launches his book at rushmere shopping centre

DJ Carey Meets Hurling Legend Kevin O'Neill At The Launch Of His New Book At Rushmere Shopping Centre On Saturday 16th November.

aghaderg gfc, cc & ballyvarley hc indoor camogie & hurling

Aghaderg GFC, CC & Ballyvarley HC     INDOOR CAMOGIE & HURLING     You are invited to St Patricks High School for indoor Camogie & Hurling on FRIDAY evenings Starting 22nd November ...

juvenile awards night 2013

CAMOGIE ~ FOOTBALL ~ HURLING Date:  Thursday 21st November Time: 7:00pm Sharp  - 10:00pmVenue: Banville House HotelCost: £10 Adults £6 ChildrenMeal will be Turkey and Ham followed by desert, tea & coffeeCONTACT YOUR COACH FOR TICKETS(PLEASE ADVISE OF ANY SPECIAL ...

2013 awards dinner

Pictures from last night's awards dinner now available in the Gallery section. Great night, good crowd and honoured to have Down and Aghaderg legend Joe Lennon address club members on the occasion of the senior football team being acknowledged as Division Three champions - the fi ...

big breakfast - don't miss it

The Big Breakfast is on at the clubrooms this Saturday October 12th at 11am. We've bought a lot of sausages so please come and help us eat them!

youth club is back on saturday nights!

" Youth club has commenced  again on Saturday nights from 7- 8.30pm. Everyone welcome to come along and enjoy games, activities and much more."

aghaderg gfc & ballyvarley hc senior awards dinner reminder

Aghaderg GAC & Ballyvarley HC Annual Awards night is on Friday 18th October In The Coach Inn Banbridge! The club welcomes all senior players, managers, members and supporters to the function. This years ...

down 'extra time' for september is now available for download.

The September Edition Of 'Down Extra Time Newsletter' Is Now Available For Download from Our 'Downloads' Section.

aghaderg team of the fifties

We believe this is the Aghaderg GFC team of the Fifties which was the last team to win a league title for the club until this year when the current crop of players took the Division Three title. We'll be checking with Bertie & Jimmy for ...

weather perfect for sponsored walk

Well done to the club members, parents and pupils of St Francis' Primary School who took part in the annual sponsored walk. It was a joint fundraiser between the school & club. A seven mile route in perfect weather between Jerrettspass and Scarva. Here are some of those who t ...

club awards night - tickets on sale

Tickets for the club awards night & dinner dance are now on sale. With a football league title to celebrate after 55 years we're expecting a strong turnout so book your ticket through any committee member as soon as possible

sponsored walk on saturday

The annual sponsored walk takes place thus Saturday October 5th at 11am. It starts at Jerrettspass and finishes at Scarva. It's a joint fundraiser with the PTA from St Francis' Primary School. Donal Moran will take anyone who can't make it on the Saturday due to a clash with an U ...

u-12 camogs take part in patrice gorman shield in pairc esler saturday 28th september.

Aghaderg had 4 teams playing in Blitzes on the same morning.   Aghaderg 1-0 v Killeavy 0-0Killeavy looked to be the bigger team but the Aghaderg girls constantly fought for the ball and dominated most of the play. Even though we had many chances, half way through the match Sasha ...

aghaderg u-15/16 camogs take part in mary mc keown shield.

Aghaderg U-15/16 Camogs were asked to attend the Mary Mckeown Shield at Newry on Saturday 28th Sept. This was the first time that Aghaderg had been asked to attend this event. The girls were to play Clan NaGael first. An early goal in the first 2 minutes gave the girls confid ...

aghaderg perform well at st judes all-ireland junior football sevens

On Saturday 21st September Aghaderg footballers made their debut in the All-Ireland Junior Football Sevens organised by the St Judes club in Dublin.  Despite having no experience in playing 7's and lacking the physique of the other teams Aghaderg's players represented the clu ...

u-16 hurling championship sunday 15th september

Our U-16 Hurlers take on Warrenpoint at home tomorrow in the Championship with a 3 o'clock throw in.All support will be greatly appreciated.

aghaderg win first league title in 55 years

Aghaderg Senior Footballers secured the Club's first Senior League Title since 1958 tonight by putting Killyleagh to the sword on a score line of 4-19 to 1-6. Aghaderg stamped their authority on the game early on and by half time had built up a considerable lead which only increa ...

locals get to meet hurling legend henry shefflin

Local Club members Kevin & Frances O'Neill and Martin & Alison Malone get to meet arguably the best Hurler Of All Time. Nine times All-Ireland winner and an Eleven times All-Star winner 'The King', Henry Shefflin was the Guest Speaker at The Irish News All-Star Awards Nig ...

all-ireland draw results

The draw for the All-Ireland tickets was made last night. The lucky winners wereMichelle Byrne Newry2 All Ireland tickets and hotel accomodation(sold by Ryan Strain)Kieran MaguireLoughbrickland£100Dylan McCooeLurgan£30 Restaurant voucher(sold by Gerard McGrath)We sold around ...

down extra time for august is now available for download

The August Edition Of 'Down Extra Time Newsletter' Is Now Available For Download from Our 'Downloads' Section.

all ireland u-16 & u-14 national hurling blitz saturday 31st august.

The National U-16 & U-14 Hurling Blitz will be held tomorrow Saturday 31st August in Abbey CBS, St Colman's College and Pairc Esler Newry. The Blitz’s will commence at 10.00am with group games taking place in The Abbey CBS & St. Colman’s College. Finals are due to take pl ...

aghaderg girls in tipperary with down u-15 camogie development squad.

Three of our girls travelled to Tipperary on Saturday 17th August to take part in the All-Ireland U-15 Blitz.  In The Picture From Left To Right Are, Katie Canniford, Orlagh Lieghio and Niamh Warnock.The Girls Then Went To Semple Stadium To See The All-Ireland Camogie Semi ...

u8s runners up at football blitz

Congratulations to our U8 footballers who came second in a blitz hosted by Drumgath. Well done to everyone who took part and played so well

all_ireland draw returns please

The club is heavily reliant on this annual fundraiser and we'd like ticket returns in by Sun August 18th at 7.30pm. It takes around a thousand pounds a week to run our club so please support the draw and the lotto. If you like to buy draw tickets or even better sell som ...

hurling skills day video now available

A video of the hurling skills and hurl making demonstration day run by the club last Saturday August 3rd is now available in the video section under the Media tab of the website. Looks like everyone had great craic

ballyvarley’s hurling skills promotional day saturday 3rd august.

Ballyvarley’s Hurling Skills Promotional Day proved to be an outstanding success as the club’s juvenile hurling and camogie players gathered with their families to participate in the day’s events. Michael Scullion demonstrated the ancient art of hurling stick manufacture and pres ...

freestyle hurling competition

The GAA/GPA Freestyle Hurling competition gives supporters the unique opportunity to be part of the All-Ireland Hurling Final day and secure a place on the All-Stars trip to China later in the year. Freestyle Hurling is the art of expressing yourself with a Hurley and sliotar whi ...

ballyvarley hurling skills promotional day saturday 3rd august 2013 from 9.45am-2pm

Ballyvarley Hurling Skills Promotional Day   Saturday 3rd August 2013    Time: 9.45am-2pm   FOR ALL THE CLUB’S JUVENILE HURLING AND CAMOGIE PLAYERS   Guest Coaches: County Senior Hurling Stars from Down’s ...

july super clubs draw results.

Jul-13 Prize Draw Winners   ...

u-14 camogie players adapt to heatwave

Mayobridge vs Aghaderg Final score Aghaderg 2:3    Mayobridge 5:4 A first for this u14 team! I think I can safely say they have not yet had the challenge of playing in a heat wave. Despite the strength of a superior home team, the girls put on ...

conor brolly gets to play at croke park

Conor Brolly was at Croke Park as part of Down U-12 Club Day at Croke Park. Conor represented his club extremely well with a very competitive display against players from the Ards clubs and scored a great goal which was his teams only score.Conor Had A Really Great Day And Enjoye ...

june extra time newsletter

The June Edition Of 'Down Extra Time Newsletter' Is Now Available For Download from Our 'Downloads' Section.

june super clubs draw results.

Jun-13 Prize Draw Winners ...

u-14 ulster camogie feíle in swatragh 22nd june.

Aghaderg's U-14 girls travelled to Swatragh on Saturday 22nd June for the Ulster Feíle. Our U-14 team was made up of mostly U-10 and U-12 girls so the odds were stacked against us from the start.  We played teams from Ballybofey, Castleblaney and Birr. Our girls were up ag ...

summer festival and sports day 28, 29 & 30 june

This year's summer festivities kick off on Friday 28th June and continue throughout the weekend with Sports Day on Sunday June 30th....Friday 28thJuvenile Hurling, Camogie and Football at Pitch starting at 7:00pmBBQ and RefreshmentsSaturday 29th JuneU8/U10 Hurling Blitz 11:00amTe ...

cúl camp & sports' day

Aghaderg GFC/Ballyvarley HC Notices  Cúl Camp Cúl Camp will take place in Aghaderg GFC/Ballyvarley HC from 1 to 5 July. All parents are ...

kevin bell repatriation run/walk - greenbank industrial estate - thursday 20th june 2013

Following the tragic death of local man Kevin Bell in New York a Run/Walk event for all abilities and levels of fitness has been organised (for Thursday 20th June at Greenbank Industrial Estate: Registration from 6pm) - to help with his repatriation. This is a time for our Sports ...

ballyvarley duo play at pairc esler

Conor Brolly & James Mc Key Play In The Down V Armagh Half Time Participation Game.Both Conor & James did Ballyvarley proud putting in a very skillful performance during the half time interval game and competed very well against a very good Armagh side.

gaeltacht grants

Dear members,The club would like to support club members whose children are planning to attend the Gaeltacht this summer. To that end Aghaderg GFC/Ballyvarley HC plans to make two £50 scholarships available to help with the cost of transport & other expenses. Can any paid ...

a great day out at the poc fada at downpatrick race course.

Ballyvarley U-16’s took part in the Down Poc Fada competition held at Downpatrick Racecourse.  They had to work the ball around the 2 furlong route whilst trying to avoid the rough and fences. Louis Murray represented the club in the Singles whilst Connor McPolin, Stephen McKey a ...

cúl camp registration

This year's Cúl Camp at Aghaderg is taking place from July 1st to 5th. The club is running two registration events for parents who'd like their children to attend. They're on Friday June 21 at 6pm and Saturday June 22 from 9.45am. A member of the club will be in attendance to han ...

gpa youth camps.

The Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) and Gaelic Players Association (GPA) recently launched the Elverys GAA/GPA Youth Camps, offering the chance for juvenile boys aged between 13 to 15 years of age to learn the skills of Gaelic football and hurling from their GAA heroes, in high ...

youth club taking a break!

The Youth Club will be taking a break over the summer. Last youth night  will be Saturday 29th June . Come and enjoy these last few nights.From Youth Committee Group.

down v derry clash with derry's walled city marathon update!

Ulster GAA wishes to advise patrons travelling to Sunday’s games in Celtic Park, Derry to take account of the fact that the 'Walled City' Marathon is also taking place in the areas in proximity to the venue from 8.30am on the day.As a result some partial road closures and tempora ...

down v derry sunday 2nd june at 2:00pm in celtic park

Down travel to Celtic Park this Sunday to take on Derry in the Ulster Quarter-Final clash, throw-in is at 2:00pm. The Minor match will start at 12:15pm.TE