THE INAUGURAL GORT AOIBHINN COMMUNITY FUN DAY took place last Sunday the 13th of September.  It was a great success with a large turn out in the glorious sunshine.
Photo: Michael Hussey www.youghalonline.com

Events on the day included Egg & Spoon race, Musical Statues, Soccer, Face Painting, Couples Piggyback Race (mortifying!!!) One of the highlights was the Tug of War competition, teams were divided by their house numbers.  The Winners were very gracious and modest in victory.  Ken Dempsey commiserated with the losers reminding  them that “ Its not the winning but  taking part that counts”….then  bolted home to put his medal on the mantelpiece!!!  But the most fiercely fought contest was undoubtedly the Women’s Tug of War. Finally we got the chance to see some real skill, strength and stamina.
Brendan Murphy was the DJ and was thrilled to get the chance to play some of his favourite tracks from High School Musical and Hannah Montanna – a lot!!!
Over all it was a spectacular day with a fantastic atmosphere.  The kids had an absolute ball and should have some wonderful memories to cherish.
We would like to thank everybody for their help, support and generosity on the day, people baked cakes brought snacks and refreshments.  A Special thanks to Tony O’Riordan for helping us set up, Kevin Kelly and Niall Farrelly for refereeing. Finbarr O’Mahony (Beanie) for supplying the tug of war Ropes.  Our face painting team Nessa Cashell, Christoph Colin and Karina Plante. Youghal United Club, Tom Fitzgerald and finally Youghal News and Michael Hussey from www.youghalonline.com for covering the event. And last but not least a huge thank you to all our  little troops for helping us on the day.
Andrea Cashell & Jillian Corcoran.
Click on image to see the Gort Aoibhinn fun day