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Lotto Results The following numbers drawn on August 22nd did not produce a winner for either of the €10,000 jackpots: 2, 17, 22 and 26; and 8, 13, 21 and 32. The lucky winners of €20 were: Conor Barnes, John Byrne, Mary Cassidy, Austin O’Reilly and Eithne Cunningham. Playing the Club Lotto is one sure way of helping the club’s finances. Pick any five numbers and these are then eligible for all jackpot draws. Plus there are 5 x €20.00 winners drawn weekly. It costs just €2.00 per ticket weekly. Or you can play by standing order through your bank if you so wish. Contact Jay Byrne at 086-8870376 for details.

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Championship finals await ladies Our ladies football teams are certainly flying the club colours with distinction these days, with both the Senior and Junior teams about to contest championship finals. Our Seniors will take on Clontarf in the Dublin Intermediate Championship Final on Friday 2nd September in Parnell Park, with a throw-in time of 6.45pm. The players will be hoping for maximum support from club members and followers.

Our senior ladies will be aiming to get their hands on this cup when they take on Clontarf in the Intermediate Championship Final this Friday evening (2

nd Sept).

Come on Clans!

Meanwhile the Junior ladies team recorded a great six-point win over St Patricks of Donabate to reach the E Championship final where they will meet Castleknock on Wednesday 31st August at 6.45pm at the Skerries Harps GAA Club.

Other good results It’s not just in the football code that our ladies are excelling. Our Senior camogie team had a great win against a strong St Vincents side in the first round of their championship. So they’ll be hoping to emulate the success of their footballing counterparts. At the same time, our U14 footballers recorded an impressive victory away to St Maurs. The winning score line was 5-15 to 3-3. With 11 games played to date and three remaining, they now sit in second position in the league table just two points behind leaders, O’Tooles.

Championship win for U16 hurlers The first round of the championship saw our U16 Isles of the Sea hurlers (Clanns and Socil Uí Chonaill combined) score an emphatic win against a visiting Setanta team. If the first half proved a relatively even contest - with our lads leading 1-8 to 0-5 at half time – they completely dominated the second half and limited the opposition to a single point. Fortunately, just a small number of players were missing and the performance showed just how strong a team this can be when a near full squad is available. Every one of the 20 players utilised played a good game, with particularly strong performances from Conor Hennessy who kept a clean sheet in goal, Colm O’Briain who was impervious at full back, Des Duggan and Karl Morgan who lorded midfield and David Kennedy and James Crowley who tormented the Setanta defence.

David Kennedy gets away from his marker and sets off on one of his trademark solo runs – with Scott Collopy close by in support.

Special mention must also go to Kevin McGrath, Matthew O’Rourke and Conor Power who travelled back specially from Irish college in Achill Island (courtesy of driver, Barbara O’Rourke) to play their part in the victory. It was also heartening to see Josh Hogan back in hurling action after suffering a bad arm break earlier in the season. The team now face O’Tooles in the next round which will take place at home on Saturday 3rd September. All of the players would benefit greatly from and appreciate the fullest possible support. Squad: Conor Henessy, Niall Madill, Colm O’Briain, Conor Power, Brian Barron, Conor Rimmer, Matthew O’Rourke, Des Duggan, Karl Morgan, James Crowley, David Kennedy, Cillian McCarthy, Kevin McGrath, Scott Collopy, Patrick McNamara, Cian O’Regan, Stephen Deering, Josh Hogan and Harry O’Sullivan. Isles of the Sea 4-18 Setanta 0-6 -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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Festival survival tips

Music festivals are often a highlight of the summer/autumn season for many music fans of all ages. Here are some quick tips to avoid common health hazards. 1. Alcohol - if you drink alcohol,

remember to stay within the recommended limits. Alcohol dehydrates the body so remember to drink plenty of water and always keep a spare bottle back tent.

2. Medication - first aiders on site are not allowed to hand out prescription drugs so remember to bring any prescription medication you take and take it as prescribed. Bringing some extra over the counter medicines like paracetamol can help with headaches and hangovers and Dioralyte helps prevent dehydration.

3. Personal hygiene - reduce the risk of picking up or spreading germs that can cause sickness and diarrhoea by washing your hands before eating and after going to the toilet. Bring baby wipes or antibacterial gel in your bag as many festivals don’t have running water at the toilets.

4. Foot health - festivals can be hard on your feet from spending the day standing or dancing. It’s important to keep your feet clean and dry to prevent blisters and fungal infections. Wear wellies in bad weather!

5. Ears - wear earplugs when close to loud speakers and take regular breaks from loud music to give your ears a break.

6. Sun health - wear a minimum of SPF15 to protect the skin from sunburn. If you get burned apply after sun lotion and drink plenty of water to avoid sun stroke.

7. Bring appropriate clothing such as waterproofs for rain and warm clothes for night time when the temperature drops.

Visit www.meagherspharmacy.ie for more information or health tips and advice; or contact Eimear on eimear@meagherspharmacy.ie This information is provided by Meaghers Pharmacy to help educate and raise awareness on health issues.