Hard luck on our senior footballers who were beaten in the final of the Paudie O’ Se invitational tournament in Kerry at the weekend. The only team from Ulster who were invited to this event, gave a good account of themselves, going down 1-7 to 2-9 in the final to the Irish Defence Forces. If you are familiar with The Gaeltacht then you will know that the pitch is right beside the Atlantic and I mean 10 yards away! It was wet weather here on Sunday – now imagine the gale blowing and the rain at that pitch. One official described Sunday for the final as the worst playing conditions he ever experienced. That is not Kerry’s fault – The Atlantic at its toughest! The Gaeltacht would experience that regularly where their pitch is. The lads had a good weekend and were well looked after. The hospitality of our hosts was much appreciated.
From Sunday the 1st Match the club will be doing Sunday lunches from 12.30 – 3.00. Chef Mario who for years had a cult following at his restaurant in Newcastle will be cooking. With a two-course meal at £10 and three course at £12 with children under fourteen £5 it is sure to be a winner. Come & watch the Ireland v England Rugby match and enjoy your lunch and craic….
The online membership is now live. Its so simple to use and all those that have used it (young and not so young) and registered have been complimentary towards it. We would encourage all members to avail of the facility ASAP. See club website for details.
Under 14 camogie training is at the Bann road, Monday nights at 6pm, this session is mainly for girls making the step up from Under 12
ACTIVE 8 – IS BACK
Information and registration Thursday 26th February in the clubrooms. It will run Monday – Friday for 5 weeks starting on the 2nd March. Check website for our new ACTIVE8 online registration facility. Itinerary to follow. Any queries contact Kevan Owens or Brian Dougherty
The spring lake 5K & 10K challenge will take place this year on the 29th March starting at 1:oopm, price is £8:00
The winter fun coaching programme will commence in St Malachy’s HS on Wednesday February 25th and will run for 5 weeks. Nursery to P4 will be from 6-7pm and P5-P7 plus any 1st years U12 will be from 7-8pm. The cost of the course will be £5 per child. Can all parents and coaches please come to the school on Wednesday to help. Anyone interested in juvenile coaching please contact John O’Neill on 07711737610
