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Our club has been nominated for the One Good Club Mental Health Programme and to kick off with the programme we are starting with BE ACTIVE.
This was in response to conversations with regard to how best to structure coaching and games development at juvenile and adult level.
It was originally suggested that separate hurling and football committees would be formed. However, given one of our stated aims was to maintain and truly promote the dual ethos of the club, it became clear that we would be better combining both to form a games/games development committee.
Portlaoise is traditionally one of the strongest clubs in the country, with a rich history in both codes. However, as the town continues to grow and develop, numerous challenges and opportunities have presented themselves. Therefore, we need our own unique and authentic club plan in order to attract, retain and nurture more players and coaches. There needs to be a common vision, values and expectations for players and coaches. The Games Committee, in conjunction with the club executive and club coaches, will help facilitate and implement this.
The Games Committee is defined as:
Our club has been nominated for the One Good Club Mental Health Programme and to kick off with the programme we are starting with BE ACTIVE.
Thanks to everyone who supports our weekly Lotto draw. Jackpot this week was €18,800. Congratulations to all 19th May 2022 winners.
Our U-10 Boys took part in a Festival of Football today Sunday 17th May at Páirc de Burca home of the famous Kilmacud Crokes.
Thanks to everyone who supports our weekly Lotto draw. Jackpot this week was €18,700. Congratulations to all 12h May 2022 winners.
The unexpected death on Saturday last, May 7th, at his home in Grattan Street, of Peter Fennell, has cast a gloom over Portlaoise GAA club.
Congratulations to our Master hurlers. Winners today of the Eoin Fingelton memorial Cup in Drimnagh.