Club News October 20th 2014

Post date: Oct 21, 2014 8:11:54 PM

U12 hurlers had an enjoyable outing in Mungret at the Liam O'Donoghue

Tournament last Sunday. Many of our players had endured a bruising

encounter on the rugby field with the U13s earlier in the day so great

credit to those boys for the huge effort they put in on both pitches

for their respective teams. We also had a good few U10s playing so it

was a great opportunity for them.

On a blustery day we found ourselves behind early in the first match

to a towering Michael Cusacks side. Though they battled gamely in the

second half, defeat was our lot. In the next game we squared up to

Clarecastle. Again we trailed at half time but a massive team effort

saw the lads trail by just two points at the end. That put us in the C

final where Cork representatives Ballinhassig awaited. Though now

visibly tiring, the Ballina boys put in a great display to beat the

rebel side. Well done to the players and coaches and a special thank

you to parents for your support today and all through the year.

Club Dinner Dance

The club dinner dance takes place on Saturday Nov 15th in the Lakeside

Hotel. It begins at 7.30pm with a champagne reception followed by a

four course meal. Music is by Little Creatures. Tickets are €40.

This promises to be a great night, please contact any committee member

to book tables or tickets.

U21 Hurling: Well done to our hurlers in the U21B hurling championship

in Portroe against the Silvermines on a great win after extra time

playing in dreadful conditions last Sunday morning. Ballina 2/19

Silvermines 3/15.

Sports Predictor Quiz: The final two events of the years Sports Quiz

took place recently replayed All-Ireland and the Ryder Cup. Richard

Fitzpatrick wins 1st prize [€220], John O Connor [€90] and Conor Mc

Dermott was 3rd place picking up €60. The Ballina GAA club would like

to thank everybody who took part in the event and we hope you enjoyed

it. A final thank you to our sponsor - Simply Delicious Ballina.

Date for Diary: The club are holding an open field day to showcase the

new pitch which has been in the planning for the past year. All

parishioners,club members, sponsors of our club, juvenile members,

camogie members, parents and any one who has contributed in any way

with the development of our new field. Bank Holiday Monday at 3PM. We

are looking forward to seeing everybody there.

Local Lotto: No winner of last weeks jackpot of €15,600. To be in with

a chance to win or share in this great prize, tickets may be purchased

in all local shops, pubs, club officers and on line at

Thank you for your continued support it is always appreciated.