DÉISE DRAW:
The Déise Draw will commence again this year starting on July 12th, with the first draw being broadcast live on WLR. Similar to last year, there will be six draws between July and November, with the 1st prize a nice €10k, 2nd prize €3k, 3rd prize €2k, all the way down to number 16.
Over €126k in prize money will be distributed in the Déise Draw, and as usual, there will be bonus prizes and holiday vouchers along the way.
The Déise Draw has been a vital source of income for Ferrybank GAA club over the last number of years, as 70% of the income is retained by the club itself, which goes towards the day-to-day running of the club’s expenditure.
Tickets for the six draws cost €100, and once again, we ask everyone associated with the club to show your support and purchase a Déise Draw ticket, which can be obtained by contacting Nicky Heffernan 087-6724212, or any committee member.
Living abroad? You can still enter the Déise Draw if you’re living away from home. Simply click on this link and nominate Ferrybank GAA club.
UNDER 15 HURLING:
This evening (Monday, June 24th) will see the combined Ferrybank / Erin’s Own side travel to play Tramore with a 7pm in the opening game of the Championship. As usual, all support is welcome on the night.
UNDER 13 HURLING:
Our U13 hurlers faced a strong Portlaw team last Monday. The boys did very well and gave it their best, but on the night, Portlaw ran out worthy winners. Hopefully the team can back to winning ways this coming Wednesday, June 26th with a trip to play Roanmore with a 7pm throw-in.
TEAM: Tyler, Jaic, Ryan, Dion, Logan, Mikey, Paul, James, Conor, Matteo, Fionn, Dean, Jamie, Jake, Alex, Gbaldo.
UNDER 12 HURLING:
Our U12 hurlers recorded a great win over Stradbally last Friday. The team worked hard from start to finish, taking their scores where it mattered, and they can look forward to a trip to play Ardmore next Friday, June 28th at 7pm.
TEAM: Taylor, Jackson, Jack H, Conor, Kevin, Tadgh, Dion, Oscar, Mikey, Oscar, Jack T, Jamie, Sam, Darragh K.
UNDER 11 HURLING:
It was a busy week for the U11 hurlers, with first up was a trip to Clonea to play themselves and Passage in a competitive blitz. The lads worked well in each of the games, against solid opponents, but credit to the team, and they recorded good wins. Thanks to Clonea for the invite.
Last Saturday afternoon, saw the team make their way to the Mount Sion GAA grounds to take part in the annual Paddy Sheridan tournament. A young side on the day, but fair play to the lads, as they battled all the way in each of the games, and no doubt will take a lot of experience for the future. This was a superbly run tournament, and thanks to Mount Sion for the invite and for organising.
TEAM: Oscar, Darragh SW, Matthew, Darragh K, Jackson, Conor B, Jack, Reece, Liam, David, Harvey, Connor P, Sam P.
UNDER 10 HURLING:
Training continues on Tuesday and Thursday from 6-7pm for the U10s, and will many fixtures coming up during the summer, new members are most welcome to come down and get involved.
UNDER 9 HURLING:
Our U9 hurlers welcomed Roanmore to the GAA grounds last Monday, for a couple of good competitive matches. Played in perfect weather conditions, both sides impressed with their skills, which enthralled the good crowd on view, as both sides battled for victory. Well done to both teams, and no doubt the Ferrybank coaches will be very pleased with the team’s performance. Thanks to Roanmore for coming over.
UNDER 9 FOOTBALL:
It was a trip to the seaside last Thursday for the footballers as Tramore welcomed us over for a well-run blitz. The team played three games on the night, and turned in three strong performances in each game, claiming the spoils in each game, which put a big smile on the coaches faces at the end of the blitz. Thanks to Tramore for the invite.
UNDER 8 HURLING:
Our U8 hurlers made the short trip to Kilmacow last Saturday morning for a blitz involving the hosts and Mullinavat. The team played four games during the blitz, and they excelled as each game went on, with some nice scores being taken, and working together as a team. Well done to all and thanks to Kilmacow for the invite.
UNDER 5/6/7/ HURLING:
Training continues for the Under 5/6/7/ on a Friday at 6pm. With the schools now finishing up for the summer holidays, now is a good time to bring the children down for training and get involved, where they will be welcomed, and given full training, by our experienced coaches, also it’s a great way to meet new friends.
JOHN COLLINS TOURNAMENT:
Last Thursday evening, saw the Ferrybank Boys of 3rd-6th class take part in the annual John Collins tournament, which took place in the GAA grounds. It was a great evening of hurling, played in glorious conditions, and at the end of the games, the John Collins trophy was lifted by Matteo Hayden. Well done to all the boys and thanks to the teachers for organising the event, and a special word of thanks to the Collins family for their continued support of this event. We hope to see more new faces in the club grounds each week.
UNDER 12 CAMOGIE:
Our U12 Camogie sides were in action against An Rinn and Gailltír last Thursday, and both teams turned in another excellent performances. Plenty of passion was shown by the girls, and excellent movement and passing throughout, resulted in some great scores taken, well done to all.
Our U8 Camogie side have a busy week ahead of them. Firstly, they have a blitz competition this week, where the girls have been working hard for this, and next Saturday as well, the girls will be in action at Walsh Park during the half time break in the Waterford v Derry All-Ireland Camogie match. Again, with the summer upon us, new members are most welcome to come down and get involved, great numbers are reporting for training each week, and no doubt the future is bright for these young players.
COUNTY DUTY:
Well done to Iona Heffernan and the Waterford Senior Camogie team on a good win away to Antrim last Saturday afternoon to maintain their challenge for the All-Ireland. Next up for the team, is a home game in Walsh Park against Derry next Saturday afternoon.
CEMETERY MASS:
This coming Thursday, June 27th will see the annual Cemetery Mass taking place at 7:30pm. Therefore, no activity will take place in the GAA grounds that evening.
WELL!KIDS PROGRAMME:
The Well!Kids programme continues this coming Saturday morning from 10am to 11am. This is open to boys and girls aged between 4-7. It’s free to attend, where equipment can be provided if needs be. The emphasis is based on fun, and learning our game in a fun, but safe environment.
PEADAR’S SUMMER CAMP:
Ireland's oldest summer camp is back again commencing on Monday, July 15th. The popular summer camp will see over 200 boys and girls aged between 6-13 years coming down to the GAA grounds to learn the skills of our national game, Applications forms can be obtained from the Spar Shop in Ferrybank, Coffee by King, or from any Committee member.
The annual fundraising event for Peadar’s Summer Camp will take place in Briar Rose on July 12th. Your support in buying tickets for this event, and attending allows us to keep the cost of the camp down. Our camp is probably the cheapest in the country for a full week of activities and this is down to you supporting these events and also to all our other sponsors. Once again many thanks to our main sponsors Keltech for their continued support, for which we are truly grateful.
KELLOGG’S CÚL CAMP:
The annual Kellogg’s Cúl Camp will take place in the Ferrybank GAA Grounds from Monday, August 5th to Friday, August 9th. Entries are now open for children aged between 6-13 years of age to take part, and if you would like your children to participate please log onto https://www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie/
MOTHERS & OTHERS:
The Ferrybank Mothers & Others are delighted to announce the formation of a GAA Rounders Club, with the first session taking place this coming Tuesday night at 7pm. Rounders is a great social sport, and it’s easy to get involved in playing . It is for people aged 21 and over, and if you would like further information, please contact Margaret 085-8450276, Áine 087-2926861.
