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Congratulations to Robert Henshaw on being honoured as Connacht Senior Player of the Year at the province’s Annual Awards ceremony in Galway. This caps a truly momentous season for the young Athlonian and here’s hoping that his current injury clears up in time for him to travel with the Ireland Senior squad to USA shortly.

Well done too to Declan Byrne on his hitherto unknown talents when, with help from Aisling Lennon, winning a recent “Strictly Fun Dancing” event organised jointly by St. Joseph’s F.C. and Bealnamulla Ladies F.C!

Deepest sympathy is extended to Jackie Treacy and family on the unexpected passing of his wife Pauline. The huge crowds at the funeral and earlier are testimony to the wonderful regard held for Pauline. She was a true supporter and volunteer for Ballinasloe RFC and indeed a stalwart of Buccaneers too. This scribe fondly recalls many a welcome mug of hot tea provided at half-time during matches at Moher Road. She will be greatly missed by both Ballinasloe and Buccaneers clubs but most of all, of course, by Jackie and family. Ar dheis De a anam.