Gerry Mclaughlin, Mediahuis (Ireland) Journalist Profile

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Tyrone remain pointless in Christy Ring Cup as Derry enhance prospects of reaching another final

4 days ago | irishnews.com | Francis Mooney |Gerry Mclaughlin

DERRY remain on course for a return to the Christy Ring Cup final as they had little trouble in shrugging off Tyrone’s challenge...
Lee Henderson on form as MacCumhaills senior hurlers easily see off Carndonagh

4 days ago | donegallive.ie | Gerry Mclaughlin

MacCumhaills senior hurlers delivered a commanding display as they swept aside Carndonagh in a comprehensive 4-18 to 0-8 win in Ballybofey on Friday evening. The home side showed class, structure, and ruthless efficiency as they outplayed their Inishowen opponents from start to finish. After a slightly nervy opening few minutes, MacCumhaills found their rhythm thanks to a high ball from Conor Griffin that saw Lee Henderson grab the first goal of the evening in the 4th minute.
Cathal O’Brien ensures St Eunan’s take Setanta scalp in O’Donnell Park

4 days ago | donegallive.ie | Gerry Mclaughlin

A strong finish from the gritty home side earned them two precious points against Setanta in a well-contested affair at O’Donnell Park, Letterkenny. Late points from ace marksman Cathal O’Brien ensured victory for a St Eunan’s side who could mount a real challenge this season. Setanta had led for considerable periods but were just not able to close out the game. The sides were level at 0-7 apiece at half-time.
Donegal Christy Ring hopes completely extinguished by London in Letterkenny

5 days ago | donegallive.ie | Gerry Mclaughlin

London had far too much for a game but ultimately outgunned Donegal side in O’Donnell Park on Saturday afternoon. This defeat ends the home side’s ambitions of reaching the Christy Ring Cup final, while the visitors remain in with a real chance of making the decider, as they look set to beat point-less Tyrone in their final game. Donegal though, are at least safe from dropping back down to Nickey Rackard, and their final game away to Meath is now purely a pride exercise.
London overpower Donegal to secure convincing win in Christy Ring Cup

5 days ago | independent.ie | Gerry Mclaughlin

London overpower Donegal to secure convincing win in Christy Ring CupDonegal 1-15 London 2-19A team of London giants had far too much power and panache for a game but outgunned Donegal side in O’Donnell Park. This defeat ends the home side’s ambitions of reaching the Christy Ring Cup final while London are still in with a real chance of making the decider as they look set to beat pointless Tyrone in their final game. Donegal are safe and their final game away to Meath is purely for pride.
Lyons hoping Ulster performance can aid Erne against Carlow

1 week ago | impartialreporter.com | Gerry Mclaughlin

2 1/1 An ounce of breeding is worth a ton of feeding! For, Fermanagh star Ryan Lyons has pedigree in spades. And, two of his late grand-uncles, “Yankee Jimmy” and “Yankee” Tommy Gallagher played for Donegal in the 1950s and his uncle Jim Ferguson won Fermanagh county titles with Erne Gaels in 1979 and 1981.
Blue moon shining high over Dungannnon

1 week ago | impartialreporter.com | Gerry Mclaughlin

Fans of Dungannon Swifts during the match against Cliftonvile during the Irish Cup Final at Windsor Park. (Image: Oliver McVeigh) Our Town! There is a bright blue moon shining high over Dungannnon after the local lads walked in the shadow of Paradise. And I know that my old buddy Nigel Ballantine from Omagh is smiling from ear to ear at this memorable victory for the brilliant boys in blue.
Friends remember All Stars choreographer Pearse McCloskey

1 week ago | impartialreporter.com | Gerry Mclaughlin

Pearse McCloskey (Image: Funeral Times) Heartfelt tributes have been paid to well-known man Pearse McCloskey, who passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, surrounded by his loving family. Originally from Letterkenny, County Donegal, Mr. McCloskey was a highly respected choreographer with the Dungannon All Stars, a theatre group for young disabled adults.
Residents in fear of scrambler bikes being driven at speed through Sligo housing estate

1 week ago | independent.ie | Gerry Mclaughlin

The matter has been reported to gardai who are investigating after receiving complaints. One Seaville Estate resident on Finisklin Road, who has small children under the age of five, said the bikes usually came in the evening time. “They come into the estate at top speed and some of them are doing wheelies which is very dangerous at any time. “This is a lovely estate and there are around two hundred children here.
Passing of much loved former county Sligo GAA player and referee

1 week ago | independent.ie | Gerry Mclaughlin

John gave a lifetime service to the GAA and was also a highly esteemed employee of Sligo University Hospital where he worked for many years. He was very well known in Sligo GAA circles firstly as an outstanding goalkeeper who was man of the match at the opening of the famous Marcievicz Park in 1955. John was working as a steward but was pressed into service and made nationwide headlines for his quite unique debut.