Remarkable year for Tourmakeady GAA Club
The year now drawing to a close has been a remarkable one for Tourmakeady GAA Club. On the playing field there was little to warm anyone's heart, but on the social side of the club, it was a very busy season.
Newly elected chairman Padraig De Búrca organised a monster draw, which was a great success. To coincide with this, a series of Irish nights were held in the Lough Mask Inn, Harrington's and Tourmakeady Hall. Super prizes were on offer. For the first time video horse racing made its appearance in Tourmakeady with a night of high drama. The excitement was intense and punters are eagerly waiting for the second round. Many thanks to Frank and Barbara Philbin. The Irish nights are a great attraction in the community and Harrington's can always cater for any request.
Féile Túar Mhic Eadaigh was revived and proved a great success during the Bank Holiday weekend. This festival is a great meeting place for our returned emigrants, a place where old friends meet and new friendships are forged.
Although it was a disappointing year on the championship front, Tourmakeady had a great run in the Mayo league. A bit more effort from all the boys in '91 and we may well see major honours coming across Srah Bridge.
The officers and committee of Tourmakeady GAA Club wish to express their sincere thanks to all those who helped them over the past year, the footballers and former footballers, the ladies, the local people for their support and businesses and individuals who helped them in so many ways.
The club's annual Christmas dinner dance will be held in Tourmakeady Hall on Sunday night, December 30. During the night Gaeltarra Eireann will stage a fashion show. Frank Forde from Castlebar will be guest. Tickets are &10 and can be had from club members.
The current officers of Tourmakeady GAA Club are: Michael John Casey, President; Pádraig De Búrca, Chairman; Seán De Búrca, Secretary; Seán Seóighe, Treasurer; Síle Ní Thuathail, PRO.