There was no winner of last weeks Club Lotto. The numbers drawn were 1, 2, 6, 24 and the bonus number was 13. Next week’s Jackpot prize will be €13,600 so make sure to get a ticket from the usual promotors. Tickets only €2 available from the bar
WEXFORD V TIPP PARKING
There's another big day next Sunday in Nowlan Park when Tipp take on Wexford in the National League at 4pm, which will means shoulder to the wheel time at O’Loughlin Gaels GAA. All volunteers welcome just, get in touch with anyone at the club. In the mean time spread the word that we're open for Parking, Bar, Sandwiches, Toilets etc.
TEAM NEWS:
RESULT: J. J. Kavanagh and Sons All County Junior Hurling League Group C
John Locke's 2-12 to 3-21 O'Loughlin Gaels
RESULT: u16 Roinn A Hurling League Rd 3
O'Loughlin Gaels 2-15 to 0-17 James Stephens
A thoroughly entertaining Friday evening in the St. John's Park sunshine was made more enjoyable with a home win. Our boys ground out the result through hard work which is a great trait in any team, but they'll know there's a lot more work to do...and they won't mind that. The game produced some fine performances throughout with Ben Tyrrell, Declan Coffey and Vincent O'Grady putting in the hard yards and included a goal each from Jack Sheridan and Ethan Kerwick.
Monday evening produced another tough encounter for the boys as the overcame strong Kilmacow side 4-11 to 4-15 in Round 4 of the Roinn A League. Well done to all involved
Hard luck to our u14s this evening who exited the football championship to a formidable Thomastown side. The big ball will be put back in the press for another year now and the lads get back to hurling training at the weekend. Fair play boys
KILKENNY MINORS
Well done to the Kilkenny Minors who opened their campaign successfully in the Electric Ireland Leinster Minor Hurling Championship on Saturday against Westmeath. There's a healthy contingent of O'Loughlin Gaels represented and we wish them the very best as they take on Wexford in road 2. Good luck to Manager Pat O Grady and selectors in what hopefully will a strong campaign for all.
EGGHUNT & SOCIAL EVENING
Food and Refreshments are available also on the evening and all club members, families and friends are invited to come along and enjoy a Gathering of the Gaels on this Easter Saturday Night and see the club in all it's glory as a community venue.
There are raffle prizes, BBQ, refreshments and as we got recently at the Champions Dinner a crowd willing to have the craic.
Raffle prizes include :- A Hotel Mini break for two at the Stilorgan Hotel, Dublin - Dinner for 2 at the Kilford Arms Hotel - €50 Voucher for Frank Walls, The Man's Shop - An Easter Hamper - A Bottle of Wine.
CIARA LAWLOR MEMORIAL GOLF CLASSIC
Ciara Lawlor died suddenly last July at the Kodaline Concert in Dublin due to SADS (Sudden Arrhythmic Death Syndrome) known in the past as Sudden Adult Death Syndrome. Ciara’s parents have allowed family and friends to organise this golf classic in her memory.
The Golf Classic will raise funds for the ‘Heart House’ Fund at the Mater Hospital. This is a voluntary organisation which screens family of people who have passed away from SADS, They are fundraising for a new Echo Machine
This classic is a 4 ball at a cost of €50 per head. If you do not golf, you could sponsor a hole for 100 or contribution towards prizes would be greatly appreciated. The name of your business and your logo will be included on the Sponsorship Board on the day of the classic. Contact details 087 242 7532
U8S GET READY FOR CROKE PARK
Graigue/Ballycallan came with 22 and O'Loughlin Gaels matched them...so 2 teams and two crossover matches in sun soaked St John's Park made for a great day. Referee John Sheridan brought the sun home with him from Syria and you could say that he went from the frying pan into the fire as he mediated between these two sides. Certainly Syria is good training for any referee!!! . These were important challenge matches before the U8 panel headed to Croke Park Tuesday to play Killoughy-Kilcormac (Offaly), home club of O'Loughlin Gaels stalwarts Hugh Mahon and Sean Casey. Thanks to all the parents who brought sandwiches and buns for our guests, especially Tracy McCormack and Ruth Comerford who served the food and teas/coffees.
Well done to all the u8s and mentors who played in Croke Park for the Leinster G.A.A. Activity Day. This is the 5th time in recent years that an O'Loughlin Gaels Juvenile team had this opportunity, and the lads enjoyed some valuable dressing room and on pitch experience on hallowed ground. Lovely hurling
HANDBALL NEWS
A great night of handball was had on Wednesday night at the O Loughlins end of season tournment. Six of our O' Loughlins best took on our city rivals Talbot Inch. Every game was evenly contested with most games going down to the wire ! Also O' Loughlins stars, Rory Glynn and Cian Kelly won the U13 schools doubles on Monday.
A big well done to both players and also to Luke Hanrahan, Jacob Brislin, Sean Morrissey and Daniel McCormack who all put in a huge effort this year and it's really showing in the courts.
County chairman Martin Lawlor was on hand to say a few words and was thrilled with the standard of handball on view. The future is bright for both city clubs.
A special thanks to Mark Kelly from Freshco on the Dublin road for providing drinks and treats for both clubs. We would also like to thank Mark Brennan and John Morrissey for organising such a successful tournment
BOOKINGS FOR OCCASIONS
O’Loughlin Gaels GAA Club boasts the best club facilities for it’s members in the city. With plenty of free parking, Kitchen, bar & Lounge facilities available it can cater for all your party needs. Contact Paddy on 086 1298329 to book your special occasion- christening, communion and confirmations, birthdays and anniversaries.. special wedding guests gatherings ..or any group occasion you require. The large hall is available for larger community occasions and the space outside is secure and safe for all the family.
PLAYERS OF THE WEEK
This weeks Players of the Week are four lads who have been chomping at the bit this last few weeks to get thier reward...and they are proof that hard work (and a bit of craic) pays off! Congratulations to Ultan Hanrahan, Peter Quinn, Cian Donohue and Tadhg Power. .....Lovely Hurling
Juvenile Training Continues every Sunday at 10;30am..and is now back on Thursdays at 6.30pm.
ON-LINE CLUB SHOP
The On-line Club Shop can provide you with everything you need for that big day. It’s well stocked with all your essentials in your favourite club’s colours. Training tops, jerseys, jackets, beanies ..they’re all there just log on to the club website and hit the image to bring you into the shop AND your favourite club will also benefit with every sale.
https://www.oneills.com/shop-by-team/gaa/ireland/o-loughlin-gaels-gaa.html
LIBRARY NEWS
Our Knitters meet every Tuesday evening 5 to 7pm.
St. Kieran’s college Transition Year students are here every Wed from 2 to 3pm to help people with phones/tablets/ computers ect, just drop in for same
ST. JOHN NOTES
If you want your community activity or event included in these notes and on the Notice Board on the O’Loughlin Gaels GAA website please forward details on or before Sunday of each week to pro.oloughlingaels.kilkenny@gaa.ie