ALL-IRELAND CHAMPION

The whole parish is immensely proud of the achievements of The Ballagh boxing champion, Adam Nolan, who last week, retained the Irish welter-weight title by defeating former Olympian John Joe Joyce, in the National Stadium.

Adam's parents, John and Anne, his brother Darren and sister Leanne were ringside for the auspicious occasion that was also attended by local supporters and boxing fans from all over the county. It takes total commitment, absolute dedication and great skill to achieve greatness, qualities that Adam Nolan possess in abundance as well as many highly commendable personal qualities that earn the admiration of opponents, commentators and supporters. We all wish him continued success!

JUVENILE BOXING

The Ballagh Boxing club had twelve entrants in the Co. Wexford Juvenile championship, held in Ferns recently and remarkably, they had six winners and six runners-up. The winners were Anthony Dobbs, Jack Roche, Joe Lee, Darragh Brennan, Patrick Cullen and Luke Donoghue. The runners-up were Andrew Moody, Darryl Gray, Lee Hore, Eoin O' Neill, Killian Corrigan and Johnny Walker. Heartiest congratulations to all the boys and to their coach, Nicky Kirwan.

STORY-TELLING

The February session in The Bygone Days House of Stories, in Lower Oulart will be held on Monday 13th February. All are welcome to attend. There is no admission charge and traditional refreshments will be served, around the hearth.

UNDERAGE G.A.A.

The A.G.M. of Oulart-the Ballagh Coiste na nog that was postponed last week will be held in the Upper Complex on Friday 10th February, beginning at 7.30pm. Adult members and former members along with parents/guardians and anyone who is interested in becoming involved in the running of the under-age section of the local G.A.A. are welcome to attend.

TIDY TOWNS

Due to the enthusiastic response to a recent meeting held to determine if Oulart should reform and re-activate its Tidy Towns Committee it has been decided that a new Tidy Towns Committee will be officially elected on Wednesday 15th February, at 8pm, in the Legion Hall. Anyone interested in helping to improve the appearance of our beautiful village, its approach roads, housing estates, public areas etc. is urged to attend and become involved.

ACTIVE RETIRED

Oulart & District Active Retirement Group are organising a trip to The Grand Canal Theatre for The Chieftains Fiftieth Anniversary Concert on 29th May. Anyone wishing to travel with the group should give a deposit of forty-five euro to any of the following immediately: Mary O'grady (053-9136160), Anne Holton (053-9137078) or Hugh Coleman (0539136156). Seats for this popular concert are selling fast and the deadline for booking is 8th February.

SENIOR SCOR

The Co. Wexford final of Scor Sinsear, the G.A.A. talent competition for adults, will take place in Oulart Community Centre on Friday 24th February. Clubs from all areas will compete in Solo Singing, Ballad Group, Recitation, Instrumental Music, Novelty Act, Set Dancing, Figure Dancing and Question Time. The winners will qualify to represent Wexford in the Leinster semi-finals. Adults from the locality who would be interested in competing in any of the competitions should contact Scor Secretary, Breda Jacob (086-1686978) for further details. People are encouraged to attend the Scor competition to see for themselves the amazing talents that exist within G.A.A. and camogie clubs.

I.C.A. GUILD

The Oulart Guild of I.C.A. will hold its monthly meeting in Cooney's lounge on 9th February at 8pm. New members are invited to attend and see at first-hand what I.C.A is about.