TRACTOR RUN
The Kilmeaden Vintage Tractor Club hold their annual tractor run every July. This year the date has been set for Sunday July 13th. This event is really looked forward to each year. It is a wonderful day for all the family with some fantastic vintage vehicles on display. The participants gather at Haughtons Pub and the run begins at 1pm. The route followed is a scenic country route bursting with the sights and sounds of nature and then when the run arrives back and parks up safely at Haughtons where there will be lots of refreshments on offer and plenty of chat and laughs. For more information about the run please contact Pat on 0872216589.
This run has raised much need funds for many charities over the years and this year all proceeds will go to Waterford Hospice who provide public benefit to patients and their families known to the Southeast Palliative Care Service. Waterford Hospice provide invaluable support not only to their patients but also to the families affected by a loved one’s illness.
GOLF CLASSIC
Last year’s open golf classic proved to be a great success, and the dates have been announced for this year’s event. Get those clubs ready and get your team organised. The next Rory McIlroy may be just around the corner. On Friday June 20th from 8am to 5pm and Saturday June 21st from 8am to 2pm, Carrick-on-Suir Golf Club will be the venue for the Ballyduff Lower, LGFA and Camogie Golf Classic. To book your time you can contact the Golf Club directly on 051-640047 or contact Michael on 087 9247547. For more details check out the Ballyduff Lower GAA Facebook page.
GAA LOTTO
The latest GAA lotto draw was held on Sunday June 8th and there was no lucky jackpot winner. The numbers drawn were 9, 16, 23 and 24. The three lucky dip winners of €50 each were Margaret Kennedy, Betty Sullivan and Michelle Dwane. The next draw will take place on June 22nd and will have a fantastic jackpot of €12,500.
Tickets cost just €2 each or 3 for €5 and can be purchased from all committee members, online or will be available to buy on Saturday June 21st at Centra in Kilmeaden from the volunteer ticket sellers. This is a major part of the club’s fundraising so please support if possible and you could be that lucky jackpot winner.
BALLYDUFF GAA NEWS
A big well done to the U8 girls who represented their club in the mini games at half time during the Waterford V Derry Camogie match in Walsh Park. They even helped to form a guard of honour to welcome both teams to the pitch. The girls really enjoyed their experience and some even scored their first goal in Walsh Park, some future stars of the senior team in the future.
The Well kids group meet every Saturday morning from 10am to 11am in Tom Cheasty Park. Congratulations to this week’s players of the week, Annie and Patrick.
Deise Draw tickets are available from all committee members. The first draw will take place on July 4th. Tickets cost €100 with €63 going back to your club.
Huge congratulations to the U14 panel who beat Kilrossanty to take the County Final title. There were great performances right across the squad and it was brilliant to see such support on the day.
Hard luck to the U12 girls who came up against a very strong and physical Ferrybank team. The girls kept their heads up and battled well.
The registration for this year’s GAA Cul Camps have now opened. The Ballyduff camp will take place from July 21st to July 25th. Book your place early as places fill very fast.
BALLYDUFF AFC NEWS.
The club would like to sincerely thank Barry Walsh Financial services for sponsoring a set of training tops for the Division 3 squad. They are very grateful for this very kind gesture.
Ballyduff AFC have released a very important date in their annual calendar. Their popular Summer Camp will run from June 23rd to June 27th. This camp is very popular so check out the club’s Facebook page for booking details. The Miwadi football camp will take place in Ballyduff from 7th to 11th of July. Check out the club’s Facebook page for details of both camps.
If you would like to join the club’s development fund, please contact any of the committee or check out details on their Facebook page. The proceeds of this draw will support the club’s upgrade plans which include a clubhouse extension and gym and all-weather pitch.
MEMORIAL TOURNAMENT
Ballyduff GAA have announced the date for their annual Tom Cheasty and Derek Ryan Tournament. It will take place on June 22nd 2025 in Tom Cheasty Park with the U12 team taking on Mount Sion and the Intermediates playing Modeligo. Tom Cheasty and Derek Ryan were two hugely popular names in our parish and were both taken way before their time. This tournament is held each year in memory of two men who were so important to the club.
END OF SEASON AWARDS.
Ballyduff AFC enjoyed a wonderful end of season awards and mini world cup day full of great fun and community spirit. The club would like to thank everyone who came along to support the day, those who volunteered, coached, played, supported or simply joined in the celebration. To all those who ran the bbq, tuck shop, the music, the three little birds coffee crew, First Class Castles, ice-cream van, raffle sponsors and organisers and those who provided the gazebo’s.
A big thank you to all the guests, sponsors, families and the club committee who organised a great day for everyone. The club is extremely proud of all its young players and their coaches and they are looking forward to a great Summer and their successful Summer Camps. Check out their Facebook page for all the award winners.
THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK
You have to believe in yourself, when no one else does.
Opportunities don’t happen, you create them
Believe you can and you’re halfway there.
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