ANNUAL BENEFIT NIGHT:
This coming Saturday, March 8th, will see Ferrybank GAA club hold its annual benefit night at the dogs, with the first race down to start at 7:35pm at Kilcohan Greyhound track.
This exciting event is held in association with Derek Jordan and Martin Barrett Motors and it promises to be yet another fantastic evening of racing, entertainment, and great prizes. We are very grateful to Derek, who is a big supporter of Ferrybank GAA club for his kind generosity.
Tickets for the event cost €10, and can be purchased from Declan Howard 087-9393818, Karen O' Connor 087-6691523, Nicky Heffernan 087-6724212, and also from the following outlets – Colin Molloy Butchers, Bloom Cafe Abbey Road, Ferrybank Barbers Abbey Road, Slieverue Tyres Abbey Road, Coffee By King Gaa grounds, Mandarin Palace Bar and Restaurant.
We would ask everyone to purchase your tickets from the outlets above named, as all tickets purchased will benefit the club directly. The main gate prize on the night has once again been kindly sponsored by Sean Power and his staff in Harvey Travel, Gladstone Street, which is a weekend away at the luxurious four-star Castlerosse Hotel in Killarney, which includes breakfast and evening meal, making it a truly special getaway for the lucky winner, plus many more prizes.
Once again, a courtesy bus transfer will operate to and from the track on the night, with the buses departing from the grotto at 6:40pm sharp. So, all in all, a great night is assured, and once again, we would encourage everyone in the community to get involved, and support your local club, and enjoy a thrilling evening and entertainment.
ALL-COUNTY HURLING LEAGUE:
The All-County Hurling league will start on Sunday, April 6th for Ferrybank Senior hurlers with a home game against Ballygunner B. Also in the group are An Rinn, Ballyduff Upper, St. Mollerans, and Tramore.
JUNIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP:
Our Junior Hurlers are grouped with St. Mollerans, Portlaw, Mount Sion, De La Salle, and Passage in this year’s competition.
JUNIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP:
With 9 teams entered in this year’s competition, 3 groups of three have been formed, so Dunhill and Erin’s Own will join ourselves in Group A in this year’s championship.
CAMOGIE/COUNTY DUTY:
Hard luck to Iona Hefferan and Niamh Ahearne who were part of the Waterford Senior Camogie side that were narrowly defeated by Galway in their second game in the ‘Very League’ National league at the SETU Arena last Saturday afternoon.
Also, the Waterford Camogie U14 team which contained Sinead took on their U15 counterparts in a challenge game that had Zara, Karimat, and Bella in opposition.
Training continues Friday evenings for the Under 6/8/10 from 6-7pm in the hurling alley, where once again, everyone is welcome to come down and get involved. They will learn the skills of the game, in a safe environment, with plenty of fun along the way, with great tips and advice given by the experienced coaches on hand. If anyone would like any further information, please contact 089-2275149.
Congratulations to Caolan Mac Cathmhaoil who has been called up to the Waterford Under 20 football panel for the coming year.
UNDER 11/12 HURLING & FOOTBALL:
Training for the U11 and U12 hurlers and footballers will start this coming Sunday, March 9th at 11:30-12:30. Boys born 2014/15 are most welcome to come down and get involved. If anyone needs any further information, please contact 089-2275149
UNDER 13 FOOTBALL:
Our under 13 Footballers are in action this coming Sunday March 9th with a home game against Ballyduff Lower at 11am. All support is welcome on the day.
CLOTHING COLLECTION:
The Clothing Collection for the coming year is now up and running, and if you have the following items, you can drop them down to the GAA grounds on Saturday and Sunday mornings from 10am to 12 noon. Items of Clothes, Curtains, Shoes, welcomed, but once again, we do ask people NOT to send down any PILLOWS OR DUVETS.
WIN A HOUSE IN WATERFORD:
The Waterford GAA supporters club is thrilled to announce the launch of ‘Win a House in Waterford’ fundraiser. This exciting initiative is designed to support vital areas of Waterford GAA, including youth development and infrastructure projects like the enhancement of Walsh Park. Tickets cost €100 each, and are currently available from any committee member. 30% of every ticket sold goes directly back to supporting Ferrybank GAA club. The grand prize is a stunning new home, built by Frisby homes, located in the highly sought-after Brookfield estate in Kilbarry, Waterford.
Alternatively, a €335k cash prize is also available instead. The main draw is scheduled to take place on May 6th, 2025.
