The Martin Mitchell Perpetual Memorial Cup.

John Conlon with his winning fish

Presenting the cup is Liam Mitchell (left) and Tom Commons (right) with Christy Ennis recieving the cup on behalf of John Conlon. To view more pictures of the`event click here .

On Saturday 5th of May we fished The Martin Michell Perpetual Memorial Cup, in beautiful sunny conditions on Lough Key. While the day was not really suitable for angling all the 26 anglers that took part enjoyed the day relaxing in the sunshine. Alot of small fish were caught and released on the dayand the winner with a fish of 8lbs 12 oz was John Conlon a weekend visitor to Boyle all the way from Dublin.

The presentation of the cup took place in Dalys Lounge on Saturday night where we also held an in house draw for a Hamper sponsored by Kellys Londis and the lucky winner was Kevin Mc Donagh. A second prize sponsored by Dennis Dodd of the Crescent Bar in Boyle was won by John Keenehan.

The club would like to thank everyone who took part in the competition and members of the public who kindly donated to this worth cause, To our sponsors Dalys Bar for the entertainment on the night. All proceeds from this event will be donated to the Plunkett Home Paitent Comfort Fund.

There is a meeting for club members tonight Thursday 10th of June at 10pm in Tawnytaskin school to finalise counting of monies raised over the weekend.

Keep a eye here for further updates and more pictures over the coming days .

Martin Mitchell Memorial Perpetual Cup

Boyle and District Angling Club will host the Martin Mitchell Memorial Perpetual Cup on Saturday 5th of June 2010 on Lough Key. This is an open competition. Fishing will commence at 2pm and finish at 8pm.

Entry Fee will be €20 and entries fees will be collected at the Doon shore from 1pm on the day. All entries and donations collected will be given to "The Patients Comfort Fund" at the Plunkett Home Boyle.

Your support no matter how small will be greatly appreciated.

Light refreshments will be available at the Doon shore.

The presentation will take place in Dalys bar, Bridge street , Boyle at 9:30pm.

Next club meeting will take place on Wednesday June 2nd at 9:30pm in Dodds Crescent bar.

Annual Mayfly Cup Competition Results.

We fished our Annual Mayfly Cup Competition for the Odbert Cup over the weekend of Saturday the 15th and Sunday 16th of May. This is a beautiful Cup and was left to the club by the relations of the late Emerald Odbert who lived at Greatmeadow, Boyle.

We had a total of 19 anglers competing over the weekend and alot of Trout were caught over the two days, the majority of which were released after weighing.

Weather conditions were reasonably good although it was a little on the cold side.

The main prize winners were

3rd: Joe Tormey

2nd: Eamon Conroy

1st: Declan Conroy

We had our presentation in Wynne's Bar in main st. Boyle, and the club would like to thank Keith and Majella for the wonderful hospitality they provided on the night.

A great night of storytelling followed about the fish that were caught and the ones that got away, and the later the night got the bigger the fish got.

Our next competition will be the Martin Mitchell Cup and details of this event will be posted here in the coming days.

Open Mayfly Competition.

Boyle and District Angling Club will hold an open Mayfly competition on Lough Key for the Olbert memorial perpetual cup. The competition will take place over two days, On Saturday 15Th may and Sunday 16Th may. Fishing on Saturday will commence at 11am til 10pm and Sunday from 11 am till 8pm. Entries will be taken at the Doon Shore on Saturday morning between 10am and 11am. Entry fee is €20 euro per angler. The presentation will take place in Wynnes lounge on Sunday evening. If there is any changes to the above, details will be posted here.

For further details contact 086 8301261.

EASTER PIKE ANGLING FESTIVAL 2010

Easter Pike Angling Festival 2010

Boyle and district angling club hosted the 18th Annual Easter Pike Angling Festival over the weekend in reasonably favourable weather conditions. A large number of anglers, spectators and well wishers attended at the Doon Shore on both days of the competition.

we also celebrated the 30th anniversary of the formation of our club.

On shore entertainment and regular updates of information were provided by Dj Richie Burke and Martin Walshe.

As usual the ladies at the BBQ and catering marquee ably helped by Jordan Maye, did themselves proud with the range of foods they provide to ensure that no angler or spectator went away hungry.

Members from the regional fisheries board attended at every weigh station to verify correct weights for participating anglers.

Our own trained first aid officers were on duty but were thankfully not called into action.

The Boyle and District Angling Club patrol boat and crew kept a watchful eye on proceeding throughout the two days promoting fair play and ensuring the safety of all participating anglers.

The numbers of fish caught over the weekend were down on previous years probably due to the cold snap in the weather in the week leading up to the event, However some big fish were caught and the following anglers were the big winners over the two days.

Junior Competition Results U16's

Sponsored by Noel Daly Tiling.

Third place: Donal Commons with a fish weighing 4lbs 13oz

Second place : Tyrone Nulty with a fish weighing 6lbs 8 oz

And the winner: Mark Hughes with a fish weighing 7lbs 1oz.

All other junior anglers received a selection of fishing baits and equipment sponsored Terry Mann's Jamestown Tackle.

Ladies section sponsored by the family of the late Paddy Sharkey,

Felton rd Boyle.

Third place: Sheila Corish with a fish weighing 1lbs 4oz.

Second place : Helena Mulligan with a fish weighing 2lbs 10oz.

And the winner : Mary Chapman with a fish weighing 5lbs 7oz.

Club Members Prize.

An electric outboard engine sponsored by the Boyle and District Angling Club and the Genesis Bronze Statue sponsored by Moonstone Jeweller,

The winner was Tony Egan Snr with a fish of 17lbs 5oz.

There were also ten anglers who received additional prizes to the value of €100.

Main Prizes.

Third : with a cheque for €1250 with a fish weighing 17lbs 11oz Charles Stewart.

Second: with a cheque for €2500 with a fish of 20lbs 8oz Marc Egan.

And the winner: with a cheque for €3500 and the Moonstone Jewellers Perpetual Cup and coincidentally on our 30th anniversary with a fish of 30lbs even, Anthony Scally.

Boyle and District Angling Club would like to thank all their sponsors and everyone who came one board over the weekend for the huge effort needed to run this event.

To all the visiting anglers we hope you enjoyed your two days with us and we look forward to meeting you all again next year.

Further updates and photo's of the festival and upcoming events will be posted over the next week.