GAA Lotto.
The numbers drawn in the latest lotto draw were 9, 16, 24 and 25 and there was no winner of the jackpot. The three lucky dip winners of €50 each were Eabha Power, Eamon Kelly and Michael Gahan. The next draw will take place on August 7th and there will be a jackpot of €6,950 on offer. Tickets cost just €2 each or three for €5. The tickets are on sale from all committee members and will also be on sale at Centra on Saturday August 6th. Choose your four lucky carefully and that jackpot could be yours.
Recent Death
Our parish and community are saddened to hear of the death of Chrissie Mulcahy (nee Mooney), Carrickphilip. Chrissie was a hardworking, family woman and a force to be reckoned with on the camogie field. She had to deal with more than her fair share of tragedy in her life, but she was strong willed and battled through. Having suffered with illness for the past few years, we pray that she is now at peace and free from all pain. She will smile as she is reunited with her beloved husband Alan and her adored son Paul. We offer our sincere sympathy to Jacinta, Paschal, Joseph and all the extended family and hope that their wonderful memories will bring them comfort.
Ballyduff GAA
The club hosted a very successful Cul Camp last week with up to 100 boys and girls taking part. Everyone really enjoyed the fun and variety, and many new friendships were formed. A big thanks to the Waterford Coaching and Games Development Deise Og for all the coaches. Everyone was very excited when Austin Gleeson dropped in say hello and watch some of the skills on display.
The club would like to say a big well done and congratulations to clubman Alan Phelan who played for Waterford in the recent Jim Power U14 tournament. Alan isa huge asset to the club so it was no surprise to see him picked up at county level.
The U8 and U10 lady footballers travelled recently to Gaultier for a football blitz and enjoyed a great morning of football. Keep up the great work ladies.
The Junior hurlers had a great first outing, beating Clonea by 3 points. They fought hard and kept up the performance level and showed great strength and teamwork.
In a rip-roaring game the Portlaw/Ballyduff Minor hurlers beat Roanmore on a score line of 5-18 to 4-10. A big well done to all the players and the coaches for all their hard work.
There were many future stars on display as theU7 group entertained our neighbours from the Portlaw club recently. There were some great games played and everyone had a brilliant time.
Tractor Run
A big well done and congratulations to all the organisers and participants who took part in the Kilmeaden Vintage Tractor run. This is always a great day out and raises a lot of money for charity. This years’ chosen charity was Pieta House and although I don’t have a grand total for you yet, I do know how generous people are and so have no doubt that the money raised will provide much needed funds for this charity.
Your Notes
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Thought For the Week
Don’t start your day
With the broken pieces of yesterday
Every day is a fresh start
Every day is a new beginning
Every morning we wake up
Is the first day of the rest of your life.