Eglish St. Patrick's Club Notes

March 01, 2010
EGLISH ST. PATRICK'S

Senior & Reserve Football:
Eglish traveled to Newcastle in Co. Down to play Bryansford in a challenge match at the weekend. Both Seniors and Reserves acquitted themselves well, with the Seniors winning 3-06 to 1-10 while the Reserves were beaten by 0-09 to 0-06. Training for all Seniors and Reserves continues as per arranged times.

Youth Football:
The Grade 1 Under 14 League starts this weekend with Eglish playing host to Naomh Mhuire at Fr. Connolly Park this Saturday, 6th March at 12.00 Noon.

The Minors played a challenge match against Armagh Harps at the College Playing Fields in Armagh on Sunday. In a tight game Eglish came out victors on a 1-07 to 0-08 scoreline. Minor training continues on Monday, Wednesday and Friday evenings at 7.00p.m.

Recreational Football:
Recreational football is being organized for former players and retired players. It is due to commence at the end of March. Anyone interested should contact Declan McKeever.

Ulster Scor Sinsear Semi-Final:
The Novelty Act takes to the stage this Saturday night, 6th March, in the Ulster Scor Sinsear semi-final being held in Dun Uladh, Killyclogher. Good luck to all involved.

Committee Meeting:
There is a full committee meeting being held on Wednesday 3rd March, starting at 8.00p.m. in the clubrooms.

Quiz Nights
There is a table quiz organised for Friday 5th March in the Club Rooms at the Sports Hall, commencing at 8.30p.m. Light refreshments and buffet food will be served.

There is also another quiz night organized for the Crannon Inn on Friday 19th March, commencing at 8.30p.m. Further details will follow.

Inaugural Mid-Ulster Mini-Marathon
The club is organizing a 10K and a fun-run/walk to be held on Easter Monday, 5th April. Entrance fee is £ 12.00, or £ 15.00 on day of race. Registration forms will be available to download on www.mini-marathon.net from Friday 5th March. Alternatively send an e-mail to [email protected] or contact Cathal on 07740433950 or Ruari on 07775910443. A donation will be made to Newry Hospice.

Old & Unused Mobile Phones
A deposit box has been placed in the Sports Hall for club members to donate old and unused mobiles phones for recycling. We would encourage all club members and especially players to donate any old or unused mobiles. All mobiles will be recycled with any money raised helping go towards the running of all teams.

Club Membership:
Sean Byrne (Club Registrar) is collecting club membership for 2010. Membership should be paid as early as possible. Any players who still have not paid are asked to contact Sean at their earliest convenience. Membership costs for this year are as follows: Adults £30, O.A.P. £5, Students £10, Youth (Under 16) £10.

Club Lotto:
Winning numbers for Monday 22nd February were 6, 13, 15 and 19. There were two Match 3 winners: Francis Bigley and Patsy Jordan. Next week's jackpot is £ 3,950.

Gym Facilities:
The gym is open on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Opening hours are 6.00p.m. to 9.00p.m. Admission £ 3.50.

Congratulations:
Well done to Pete McCann and Stephen Daly, locally known as "Pear", who have made it through the first round of Dungannon talent competition "Macs Factor".

Sympathy:
The club extends its deepest sympathy to the Casey family (Brantry) and Donaghy family (Carland) on their recent bereavements.

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