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Piarsaigh An Ghallbhaile Notes: Week Beginning 5th Of June

By Francis O'Neill Wed 7th Jun


Club na Piarsaigh

Subscriptions are now due for the 2017 year for anyone paying annually.  If you wish to join our scheme this covers your membership for the year.  If you require further information please contact any committee member or email galballypearsespro@hotmail.com for an information pack or download from our website: www.galballygac.com


Club Shop
Our Club Shop will be open on Friday from 7.30pm to 8.30pm.

Vetting
We would encourage all our members who are actively involved in our club to complete the Access NI Vetting Form.

Club Wear
As our season is underway for most of our teams it is important that our players represent our club with pride.  We ask that every player comes ready for each match with the correct gear:
Galbally Jersey (U8/10’s only), Galbally White Crested Shorts, Galbally Blue Club Socks, Gloves (if required), appropriate outerwear.  These are available to purchase in our club shop on Friday nights (between 7.30pm & 8.30pm) and during Senior Men matches.

Pitch Maintenance
We are undergoing substantial maintenance on our pitches at the moment.  We have closed Pairc na nOg (Juvenile Pitch) until further notice.

Safety Notice
Can we please ask that everyone respect safety measures that are in place around Pearse Park?  Please do not remove the bollards that are in place beside the turnstiles.  These are only to be removed for emergencies or by committee / coaches to access the grounds.  Due to the high volume of traffic using our grounds we ask all users of our pitches and walking track to use all car parks available and not to park & block gate ways & bollards.  This is for the safety of all our members.

Tyrone v Donegal Tickets
Any CLUB MEMBER requesting tickets for the Tyrone v Donegal Ulster Semi Final in Clones can place their request in the box in Tally’s shop.  All requests MUST be accompanied with a contact telephone number and clearly state ticket type:- Adult, OAP, Student or Youth.  The box will be collected this Saturday 10th June at 8.30pm.  No requests will be accepted after this date. 

Senior Men
Our Reserve / Senior Men are will be hosting Donaghmore on Saturday evening in Pearse Park at 5pm & 6.30pm respectively.  Our U8 & U10 Girls will be playing at half time of the Senior match. 

Senior Ladies
Hard luck to our Senior Ladies against Omagh on Monday night on a scoreline Omagh 1-15 Galbally 2-07.  Next up is away to Aghyaran on Saturday evening at 8pm.

Minor Boys
Our Minor Boys play host to our neighbours Killeeshil on Tuesday 13th June at 7.15pm.

Minor Girls
Our Minor Girls are in the LEAGUE FINAL on Friday evening against Badoney in Carrickmore at 6.45pm.  This is the first game of a double header with the Grade 1 League final of Errigal v Killeeshil at 8.15pm.  We are calling on as many supporters to come along and support our girls in their quest for some silverware.

U14 Boys
Hard luck to our U14 boys against Moy & Cookstown in the league this week.  Training continues on Thursday night from 6.30pm – 7.30pm.

U12 Boys (Primary 7 & 1st Year)
Training will be on Friday night from 6.30pm to 7.30pm.  **PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE OF NIGHT**

Up Coming Go-Games:

Monday 12th June 2017 @ 7.15pm Coalisland v Galbally

Monday 26th June 2017 @ 7.15pm Galbally v Moortown

Monday 3rd July 2017 @ 7.15pm Pomeroy v Galbally

Monday 24th July 2017 @ 7.15pm Galbally v Killeeshil

Monday 17th July 2017 @ 7.15pm Galbally v Coalisland

Thursday 3rd August 2017 @ 7.15pm Galbally v Moy

Monday 7th August 2017 @ 7.15pm Galbally v Pomeroy

Thursday 17th August 2017 @ 7.15pm Killeeshil v Galbally

Monday 21st August 2017 @ 7.15pm Moortown v Galbally

U12 Girls (Primary 7 & 1st Year up to 31st December)
Training continues on Wednesday evenings from 7pm to 8pm.  We would encourage as many Primary 7 girls and first years born July – 31st December to come out to training.
We will be hosting an U12 Girls blitz this Saturday morning.  More details will be available on Facebook/Twitter.

Up Coming Go-Games:-

Monday 12th June 2017 @ 7.15pm Coalisland v Galbally

Monday 26th June 2017 @ 7.15pm Galbally v Moortown

Monday 3rd July 2017 @ 7.15pm Pomeroy v Galbally

Monday 24th July 2017 @ 7.15pm Galbally v Killeeshil

Monday 17th July 2017 @ 7.15pm Galbally v Coalisland

Thursday 3rd August 2017 @ 7.15pm Galbally v Moy

Monday 7th August 2017 @ 7.15pm Galbally v Pomeroy

Thursday 17th August 2017 @ 7.15pm Killeeshil v Galbally

Monday 21st August 2017 @ 7.15pm Moortown v Galbally

U10 Boys (Primary 5 & 6)
Training will resume as normal on Thursday night at 7 pm to 8pm.  Dates of upcoming Blitzes (venues confirmed closer to time): Sat 17th June / Sat 8th July / Sat 29th July / Sat 19th August / Sat 9th Sept / Sat 23rd Sept / Sat 14th Oct / Sat 28th Oct

U10 Girls (Primary 5 & 6)
Training continues on Wednesday evenings from 7pm to 8pm.  Our U8 & U10 girls will be playing a mini match against Donaghmore during half time of the Senior Men’s Game.  All girls to meet at 6.30pm in the committee room.  Dates of upcoming blitzes (venues confirmed closer to time):-  Sat 17th June / Sat 1st July / Sat 22nd July / Sat 12th Aug / Sat 2nd Sept / Sat 23rd Sept / Sat 7th Oct.

U8 Boys (Primary 3 & 4)
Training will be in Wednesday night as normal from 7.30pm to 8.30pm.  Well done to all our U8’s who attended the Tournament hosted by Dungannon Clarkes on Saturday.  Some great team performances saw these lads win 3 out of 3 in their group but came up against strong competition in the next stages.  There is an U8 Boys blitz this Saturday 10th June – further details to follow.  Dates of upcoming Blitzes (venues confirmed closer to time):-   Sat 24th June / Sat 22nd July / Sat 12th August / Sat 26th August / Sat 16th Sept / Sat 30th Sept / Sat 21st Oct / Sat 4th Nov.

U8 Girls (Primary 3 & 4)
Training continues on Wednesday evenings from 7pm to 8pm.  Dates of upcoming blitzes (venues confirmed closer to time): – Sat 17th June / Sat 1st July / Sat 22nd July / Sat 12th Aug / Sat 2nd Sept / Sat 23rd Sept / Sat 7th Oct.

U6 Girls & Boys (Primary 1 & 2)
Training continues on Thursday nights from 7pm to 7.45pm.  Any U6’s attending MUST have a parent accompanying them to training. We would encourage as many parents to lend a helping hand even if it’s to accompany for the toilet runs.

For everyone’s safety, can all parents ensure that their child is collected from the gate at the training fields?  Gum shields must be worn by all players when training.  All clothing is to be clearly marked with your child’s name.

GAA for All
Tyrone GAA is running a GAA for All programme in Galbally Community Centre on Monday evenings 6:30 – 7:30pm.  This programme is open to all children and adults with special needs from 5 years of age upwards.

For further information please contact Brian at brian.laverty.tyrone@gaa.ie

Gaelic 4 Mothers & Others
Training continues on Tuesday evenings from 7.30pm to 8.30pm.  We would encourage any ladies who are not registered as playing members of our club to come out whether you have played football before or not.  This is a great way to meet other people and get fit at the same time.  No experience of playing football is required.  This is fun for all.

Club Lotto
This week’s numbers (Tuesday 6th June) were: – 2, 16, 9 & 15.  No Jackpot Winner.  Our 5 lucky dip winners winning £20 each were: Olivia Girvan, Helen McVeigh, Conn Bowman, John Quinn & Eamon Mullan.  Next week’s jackpot returns to £3100.  Next Draw takes place on Tuesday 13th June at 9pm.  If you need a lotto seller to call to your home, contact any committee member or alternatively tickets can be purchased in Tally’s Mace or Donnelly’s Post Office.  Lotto is an essential source of income for the club & your continued support is greatly appreciated.

Field Signs
We are very privileged to have so many people & business that support our club by various means and this includes field signs located around our main pitch in Pearse Park.  For some people these are due for renewal and if you haven’t already got your space please contact any committee member to get one organised.

Gaeltacht Grant Applications
Any of our club members who wish to avail of a sponsorship for a Gaeltacht Grant through our club can they please complete and return the form to the Club Secretary Gareth Rafferty before Friday 16th June.  The form is on the website in the downloads section.

Tyrone GAA – Summer Camp Coaching Vacancies

Tyrone’s 2017 Summer Camps are just around the corner.  The camps will commence on Monday 3rd July and will run for eight consecutive weeks.  The summer of 2017 will see us run 53 camps around the County.  We require a large number of quality coaches, football, hurling and handball to make our summer camps a success.  All coaches who have completed their foundation level coaching award and are actively coaching within their Club are eligible to work at the summer camps.  If you are interested in some worthwhile and well organised summer work close to home, then we’d like to hear from you.

Interested?
There will be a training/information session for all those interested in working at the Summer Camps in the Tyrone GAA Centre, Garvaghey on Wednesday 21st June at 6:30pm.  Only those in attendance will be considered for summer camp coaching.  All coaches are requested to bring suitable gear for going outdoors.  The session will include a short refresher course on the GAA code of ethics, focusing on the ‘Duty of Care’ in relation to children attending the Tyrone summer camps and a practical session on how to best coach children at the camps.  All coaches must be Access NI vetted through Tyrone GAA, the deadline for completing the vetting process is Friday 2nd June. Anyone who needs to be vetted is requested to contact Anne at the details below.  To obtain further information regarding the coaching vacancies please contact Anne on anne.daly.gda.tyrone@gaa.ie or 028 8556 7723

Summer Camps 2017
Application forms are downloadable & are preferred on-line (links below) or can be made by post.

Tyrone GAA Camp

Date: Monday 31st July – Thursday 3rd August: Venue: Pearse Park, Galbally Times: 10am- 1.00pm Ages: 5-14
Link: http://tyronegaacentre.com/events/week-five-galbally-31st-july-3rd-august-july/

Kellogg’s Multi-Sport Cul Camp

Date: Monday 21st August – Thursday 24th August Venue: Pearse Park, Galbally  Time: 10.00am to 1.00pm Ages: 6-13
Link: http://tyronegaacentre.com/events/week-eight-galbally-multi-sports-kelloggs-camp-21st-24th-august/

Health & Well-Being
Please see below a list of names, numbers and web addresses of organisations that offer services to help improve mental health and emotional wellbeing.  You never have to be alone – there is always someone out there to speak to.
http://www.mindingyourhead.info
Minding Your Head has information on how to protect your mental and emotional wellbeing and the issues that can affect it, eg anxiety or depression.
www.helplinesnetworkni.com
About Helplines. Helplines Network NI is a membership led organisation consisting of over 25 different helplines operating across Northern Ireland.
www.niamhlouisefoundation.com
The Niamh Louise Foundation – Suicide Support Group 028 8775 3327
Niamh Louise Youth Street Collection Dungannon.  Thank you to all those who volunteered & who donated to our street collection in Dungannon Square on Saturday.
www.lifelinehelpline.info
Lifeline 0808 808 8000
www.samaritans.org
Facing the Future has been developed by Samaritans and Cruse Bereavement Care to support people affected by suicide.  116 123
www.zestni.org
We as an organisation and as individuals will give supportive care to people suffering emotional pain and hurt.  028 7126 69999
www.aware–ni.org
AWARE Defeat Depression  0845 120 2961

Internet Safety
Issues have been raised recently in relation to Internet Usage in our community.  We would encourage as many parents to be aware of for your child’s Internet usage and Online Reputation. 

Club Notes
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Thoughts & Prayers
Our thoughts and prayers are with any families in the area who are dealing with bereavement or illness in their family at this time.

Club Communication
Facebook:- https://www.facebook.com/GalballyPearsesGAC/
Twitter:- https://twitter.com/GalballyPearses
Website:- https://www.galballygac.com/
Snapchat:- https://www.snapchat.com/add/galballypearses

 

By Francis O'Neill Wed 7th Jun

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