Raheen GAA Club Notes 15th August
LOTTO
The numbers drawn in Monday [08 August] night’s Lotto were 13 16 20 24 . There was no Jackpot winner of €6,000 and 1 Match 3 Winner [James Brophill C./O Mary Brophill] [€200 ]. Next weeks draw will take place in Doyle’s, Killeigh on Monday 22 August .
JUNIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP
Raheen Hurlers suffered another heavy defeat in the Junior Championship last Saturday evening in Geashill against Drumcullen on a scoreline of 2-15 to 0-07. In the first half Drumcullen got going straight from the throw in and by half time had opened up a lead of 1-09 to Raheen’s 0-04 from Ciaran Direen (2), Michael James Pierce and Paddy Rigney. Drumcullen added another point early in the second half before Raheen began a period of complete dominance in possession for about 10-15 mins but could only manage to turn this possession into 3 points from Ciaran Direen (2) and Keith Quinn. In the final 10 mins Drumcullen re-took over and sealed their win as they scored the final 1-05 without reply.
RAHEEN: Padraig Direen, Craig O’Halloran, Eoghan Bolton, Sean Martin Pierce, Niall Dempsey, Michael James Pierce (0-01), Fionan Direen, Steve Coughlan, Paddy Rigney, Ciaran Direen (0-04), Brian Corcoran, Eanna Direen, Paddy Arnold, Brian Kennedy, Colm Pidgeon.
SUBS: Gary Martin, (for Michael James Pierce), Keith Quinn (0-01) (for Brian Corcoran), Cathal Maher (for Paddy Arnold).
INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP
Raheen Intermediate Footballers having already qualified for the Quarter Finals complete the group stage of the Intermediate Championship as they take on Doon this Saturday 20th August @ 4:30pm in O’Connor Park, Tullamore. All support would be appreciated.
GET WELL WISHES
Raheen GAA would like to wish Richie Reynolds a speedy recovery following the injury sustained last week.
SOCIAL INITIATIVE
Raheen GAA Social Initiative Group’s Third Outing takes place on Monday 29 Aug 2011 with a trip to Athlone including a cruise on the River Shannon followed by Lunch in the Prince of Wales Hotel. Coach transport will be provided with a charge of €25 applying. The outing is open to all members of the community (young and old) in the catchment area of Raheen GAA And also neighbouring clubs. For more information, to book your place or if you know anybody who may be interested in going please contact Pauric Pierce (087 6833535) or Eddie Kaye (086) 0757679
FACEBOOK
Check out the new Raheen GAA Facebook site which is full of interesting comments and information about the club including up to date fixture details.
