Camogie. Well done to the Clare team and the four girls from our local Club, Louise and Claire McDonnell, Niamh Lyons and Rebecca Crowe on their win over Armagh at the weekend. They now go on to play Tyrone in Tyrone on Saturday next. The Ruan u15 girls overcame Sixmilebridge last week, in a great game of Camogie, taking them closer to the final. Their next game is this week, against Broadford/Parteen. Down Syndrome Tour de Munster. The 10th 600Km annual four day charity cycle will take place from 8-11 August. This year the cycle is raising funds for the Munster Branches of Down Syndrome Ireland. Treasurer of Clare branch, local lady, Laura Cahir, with the Committee members and supporters will be ‘bucket shaking’ in Ennis on Friday, August 9. Should anyone be interested in helping for an hour on that day, they might contact Laura @ 0872901892. The support of all who contribute to the cycle is much appreciated, as these funds go towards providing vital services to children such as speech and language therapy, swimming lessons and various supports. Munster Fleadh. There were a number of people from the parish who participated in the Munster Fleadh held in Ennis last week who had success in various competitions. Denise Whelan took 1st in English Singing, over 18; Liam Jones took 1st in Whistling and also in Lilting O18; Eve O’Connor came 3rd in Fiddle 15-18; Lily O’Connor came 3rd in Concertina 15-18 and 1st in Irish Harp 15-18; Maisie O’Connor came 3rd in Irish Harp u12; Shona O’Halloran with Roisin Clancy came 1st in duets 15-18; Holly O’Loughlin came 3rd in Whistle 12-15. A number of children are also members of grupai ceoil and ceili bands which have also progressed to the All Ireland which will take place in Drogheda from August 11-18. Summer Camp. Ruan GAA and Camogie Clubs are hosting their annual Summer Camp in August in the local pitch. It’ll be a great four days of hurling and Camogie for the young children in a fun atmosphere. This camp is made possible by the commitment of the coaches and organizing committee of Ruan Club and is looked forward to eagerly by the children. |
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