CROOM GAA CLUB NOTES

Rising Stars:
This Saturday will see the final day of our 6 week Rising Stars programme. Over the last few weeks, kids have enjoyed playing games and learning the basic functional movement skills which will stand to them for their health, fitness, and athletic develot for the rest of their lives. We look forward to the final day and there will be a presentation to the kids afterwards.

Membership:
Please note 2020 membership is now due. If you missed the registration day you can still register by contacting Breda O’Dwyer. Players under 12 €20 U14 to U18 €25. Family membership €70 (includes 2 adults and children U18) Players over 18 €50. Non players €30. Please note that any player who has NOT paid their membership before training starts back will not be covered under the Player Injury Scheme until payment is received in full.

U14 Hurling Presentation Dinner:
Last Sunday week, Croom U14 hurlers from 2019 went for a celebration dinner in Bulgaden Castle where they received their medals for a very successful year bringing home the U14 hurling county shield. This was a very young team and it was thier first year playing in a 15 a side competition and to do so well was really encouraging. We would like to thank Paddy McAuliffe for his generosity in sponsoring the meal. Thank you to all the parents who attended and for their support throughout the year. Finally thank you to all the coaches who led and coached this group so well and we look forward to 2020 with a lot of positivity and optimism.

U15 Training:
U15 hurling training has commenced and takes place on Thursdays 6.15-7.30pm and Sundays 5-6pm on the 4G training area. New members welcome. Team management: Tom Enright, Christy Daly, Matt Daly.

U14 Training:
U14 hurling training has also commenced and takes place on Wednesdays or Thursdays (varies-parents will be informed) 6-7pm and Sundays 4-5pm. New members welcome. Team management: Suzanna Malone, Pat Carey, Darrin Naughton.

Coach Education/Coaching Courses:
Anyone interested in getting involved with coaching teams or helping out with their children as they start playing GAA, why not do one of the GAA’s coach education courses? These are taking place all over the county in Jan, Feb, and March. Last year we held a very successful Foundation course in Croom and this year we are hoping to host a Level 1 course. If you wish to do a course please contact Stephen Lucey 0879858726 or PJ O’Mahony 0857161505.

Lotto- Numbers drawn- 5,11,23,24. No jackpot winners. Lucky dips- Stephen Moloney Anhid, Charlie Boots, Rachael O Shea c/o HOS , Mary Windle Patrickswell c/o MR . Pauline Costello c/o MR . Next draw is on in Halpins with a jackpot of €5400 . Thanks to all those who support our draw and other fundraising efforts.

 

Team App for club communications:
Exciting news! We have recently launched the Croom GAA Club App, which will provide parents & players with updates on matches, training and other communications. This new app will also ensure that the club us compliant with new Data Protection Guidelines and allow us to move away from WhatApps and SMS groups.
Simply download Team App from the App Store or Google Play and search for Croom GAA Club. From here request to the teams you want updates on (e.g. u14 Parents)

There is also a website version here https://croomgaaclub.teamapp.com  Mail for iPhone