Lorrha GAA News for 30 November

Lotto: The numbers drawn last week were: 2 – 8 – 21 – 29. No Winner.
Lucky Dips: Tommy Brennan, D&K Dunne, George & Betty, Marie Begley, Deirdre O’Meara. Promoters: Shane Brophy, Tommy Cahalan, Margaret Gleeson
Our jackpot now stands at €12,150. Thank you for your continued support. You can also play our lotto online at www.myclubfinances.com where it is easy to play every week. Tickets are €2 each or three for €5.
Christmas 7’s: The club will be holding the second annual Lorrha Christmas Hurling 7’s in Moatfield on St Stephen’s Day. 16 clubs will battle it out to try and prize the trophy away from defending champions Portumna. Any clubs interested in taking part can contact Michael O’Carroll (0876200365). Later that evening, the club will hold a Christmas Party in the GAA Centre. A day and night not to be missed.
Auction: Our annual Auction takes place at the GAA Centre on Sunday, 15th December from 2.00pm. Anyone who had a tree they would like to donate for splitting or any type of fuel or farm produce are to contact Declan O’Meara.
AGM: The Annual General Meeting of Lorrha GAA Club will be held at the GAA Centre on Wednesday, 18th December at 8.00pm. Anyone with outstanding financial issues with the club are to contact treasurer Declan O’Meara as soon as possible before the books are closed prior to the meeting. Nomination and motion papers will be emailed to all members and supporters this week. If you would like it posted it you, contact secretary Shane Brophy.
Mass for Deceased Members: will be celebrated at Redwood Church on Saturday, 21st December at 7.30pm.
Coaching Courses: Anyone interested in undertaking a Foundation level or Level 1 coaching course over the winter months are to contact HDC Chairman David Needham as soon as possible.
Referees Training Course: The County Referees Committee is considering running a Foundation course for new referees in early 2014 subject to their being sufficient numbers interested. Clubs are encouraged to nominate new referees as given the number of games in the county each year, it is important to have a large number of trained and committed referees available. Forms to register new referees interest are available from the club secretary and must be returned by November 30th.
Tipperary GAA Clubs Draw: We would ask all the draw promoters and subscribers to bring their accounts up to date ahead.
Sports Hall or Function Room booking: If anyone or any sports team would like to use of our facilities, which include a sports hall, gym or training field with floodlights or function room, contact Sean Mannion on 087-3643031.
Social Dancing: continues this Friday night to the music of Tony Nugent. Dancing 9.30pm to 12.30am. Refreshments served. On Friday, 6th December, the club are holding a special Social Dance to the music of Pat & Ritchie with all proceeds going to the Typhoon Haiyan appeal in the Philippines. Your support would be greatly appreciated.