Given that the Dubs homecoming has now been set for the 29th of September, we've taken a decision to move our All-Club Event to the following Sunday, 6th October. We're aware that many of our members, and paricularly our juvenile members will want to cheer on their heroes at the homecoming (and so they should!) and we're not going to get in the way of this!
So, the fomat is still the same (here's a Facebook event link). A number of people have asked what exactly is going on (they mustn't have read the dedicated page on the club website!), So here it is for you:
- The day will begin with a sponsored hurling/football/camogie relay through the parish. Put simply, teams will begin at various landmarks around the parishes of Fairview and Marino and each will make their way back to the club. The idea is to have a presence throughout the parish, with all routes leading back to St. Vincents. We'll be in our club colours and be visible everyhere! Here's a big PDF map with all the routes.
- Back at the club we'll have a BBQ, and there will be games for the younger members in the hall, we'll have a tuck shop and the bar will be open.
- A little later, but still early evening we'll have live entertainment in the club bar.
The hope is to get all members of the club together to celebrate our club and community, and to raise awareness of the club particularly amongst people who may be new to the area or have moved into some of the new housing developments in the parish. The sponsored aspect will also raise much needed funds.
Speaking of sponsorships: All sponsor cards that bring in more than €50 will be entered into a draw for a Vinnies hoody, and the team that raises the most sponsorship will also win a full set of Jerseys!
How can you help? I'm glad you asked!
Mentors: Spread the word. Ensure you team are raising funds, and bring big participation on the day. If you wish to add images to your whatsapp messages etc, they are available here
Parents: We need marshalls, help and participation on the day!
Players: This is our big club event, it will be great fun and gives you a chance to show your pride in your club.
There's some costs associated with running this day. If your company has a sponsorship or corporate and social responsibility fund, perhaps you could consider a modest sponsorship? Get in touch if you can.
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