Huge thanks to all our super club volunteers who lined out for us last weekend in the IHL finals. We had over 40 different people, and 12 ball patrols from our junior side work for us over the weekend as we hosted the biggest club event of the season.

Our huge volunteer effort was noticed by many people, not least the IHA themselves who have passed on their thanks and congratulations to us on the running of such a successful event.

The weekend offered a good practice before we host the EuroHockey Trophy in just over 5 weeks time! We will be seeking help over that weekend in the next 2 weeks so please be sure to keep the 22nd to 25th of May. Events like this cant be run without the valuable help and time of all our members. We are proud to host these events and are equally proud that we can do it with the support of our own members who show our facilities and our values off in the best way!

Unfortunately we were not as successful on the pitch as we were off the pitch. The mens 1sts finished their game against Monkstown 4-4 and needed a penalty shoot out to decide the final spot. Unfortunately Monkstown won 4-2, and went on to beat Bainbridge in the final, ensuring their national title for the 3rd year in a row.

The mens 2s still have a shot at a national final this week though as they face Annadale at home in the Irish Junior Cup semi final at 3pm.All support greatly welcomed as they bid to reach the final!

The PGM and AGM of the club will take place on Thursday the 23rd of April. The PGM starts at 7pm, while the AGM will take place immediately after at 7.30pm.

In order to speed up proceedings we have sent out last years minutes in advance. If you have not received a copy but wish to please contact Ali at alisonfkeogh@gmail.com

Our annual Here Come The Girls Tournament is being held this Sunday morning! From 11.30am to 1pm the u16 girls will get to meet and play with the senior women. Last years event was a great success with many of the girls successfully transitioning to the senior side this year, integrating themselves into all aspects including the social events and volunteering.

This years event will look to do the same by bringing the juniors and seniors together to play mini games and meet each other.

Make sure to come up on Sunday to meet all our future stars!

Turning the club blue and brown for the weekend is the aim as we look to support the mens 1st XI in their Irish Hockey League semi final on Saturday!!!

The guys take on local rivals Monkstown who they face in an Irish semi for the 4th time in just 2 years. The game tips off at 5pm as the last game of what is a huge day of hockey in HQ! A win will see them into the final of this competition on Sunday at 4pm for the first time since its creation. The lads were last in an All Ireland Final in 2008 in the competitions old Club Championship format. Don’t underestimate the support that a home crowd brings to such a huge event so please get down and support them in club colours and ensure everyone knows they are in the home of TRR!!!!

The game takes place in a huge weekend for the club as we host these finals for the 4th time, more than any other club in the country! The Wooden Spoon is open with their usual selection of great food, while the bar will also be open. On top of that we also have a Heineken tent and chip van in the front car park, and a seating stand for 100 people. The atmosphere is bound to be electric all weekend as we welcome the best clubs in the country for their final weekend of hockey this season.

Should you want free entry and a free lunch, please be sure to contact Scott Crombie at scottcrombie@gmail.com. Volunteering just 2 hours of your time will ensure you get to soak up the excitement of the rest of the day for free. All we ask is 2 hours and one of the jobs actually involves watching the hockey so theres every reason to say yes!

The match schedule is as follows:

Saturday
10.30: Pegasus v UCD
12.30: Loreto v Hermes
15.00: Banbridge v Pembroke
17.00: Monkstown v TRR

Sunday
13.30: Womens final
16.00 Mens final

The Wildcards also take place over the weekend as Railway, UCC and Instonians battle it out for a place in next years full IHL

Members are hereby notified that an Annual General Meeting of Three Rock Rovers Hockey Club will be held on Thursday the 23rd April 2015 at 7.30pm in the Clubhouse.

AGENDA

1. Motions (as below)

Dated this 3rd day of April 2015.

Barbara Snow
Honorary Secretary TRRHC

1. It is propsed that the existing rule (R 25 a):

“All the property of the Club shall vest in Trustees in trust for the Club. The Trustees shall deal with the property of the Club as directed by the Council. The number of Trustees shall not be more than four nor less than three. A Trustee shall hold office for life unless he shall resign, or ceases to be a member of the club or be removed by the members in General Meeting. The members of the Club in General Meeting may elect a member to fill any vacancy arising in the number of Trustees.”

Should be replaced by the following:

“All the property of the Club shall vest in Trustees in trust for the Club. The Trustees shall deal with the property of the Club as directed by the Council. The number of Trustees shall not be more than five nor less than three. A Trustee shall hold office for a period of 15 years or until s/he reaches the age of 85 whichever shall be the sooner unless he shall resign, or ceases to be a member of the club or be removed by the members in General Meeting. The members of the Club in General Meeting may elect a member to fill any vacancy arising in the number of Trustees. A Trustee shall be deemed to be an Honorary Member of the Club in accordance with Rule 18 of the within Rules for the period of their Trusteeship. ”

2. Subscriptions will be as follows for the upcoming season;

• Full Membership
If paid full or in part by 30th September 2015 – €375
If after 1st October 2015 – €420

• Student Membership
If paid in full or in part by 30th September 2015 – €220
If paid after 1st October 2015 – €220

• Junior Membership
€160 for the season u18-u14
€140 for season u8-u12

• Vets Membership
If paid full or in part by 30th September 2015 – €145 (women) €285 (men)

If after 1st October 2015 – €145 (women) €285 (men)
• Pavillion Membership
€50 for the season.

Minutes from last years meeting have been sent out to all members. Should you not have received a copy but wish to please let us know

Theres less than 2 weeks to go before we host the IHL finals weekend in HQ. All the information on the event is now on our website and has been sent to teams this week!

The Wooden Spoon is on hand for the weekend with sandwiches, treats and a BBQ! They’re offering a burger and drink for €10 all weekend. Music will be live in the clubhouse both Saturday and Sunday night to keep the atmosphere going!

We are still looking for volunteers for the weekend so if you have a spare hour or two and would like free entry (and lunch!) on any day please email Scott Crombie at scottcrombie@gmail.com with your availability. Jobs are not too onerous with car parking, PA and changing rooms all needing assistance.

The match schedule and ticket prices are listed below. If nothing else be sure and get down to support our mens 1sts in their semi against Monkstown at 5pm on Saturday!

Saturday April 11th:
10:30 Pegasus vs UCD
12:30 Loreto vs Hermes
15:00 Banbridge vs Pembroke Wanderers
17:00 Monkstown vs Three Rock Rovers

Sunday April 12th:
The women’s final is at 13:30 on the Sunday followed by the men at 16:00.

TICKETS:
Tickets will be available on the gate and are priced as follows:

Ticket
Weekend pass (adult only) €20
Weekend pass (OAP/uni student) €15
Weekend pass (secondary school pupil) €10
Single day pass (adult) €12
Single day pass (OAP/uni student) €9
Single day pass (secondary school pupil) €6
Primary school child (and younger) FREE

HQ was packed over the weekend with all Leinster senior and junior girls cup finals being held in our grounds!

We had some interest ourselves in some of the games with our mens 5ths, ladies 3rds and Minor A girls all being involved.

The mens 5ths had a big 3-0 win over Wicklow to top off a fine season for them!

The ladies 3s were narrowly beaten by Mulling 1-0 in a tight game. Thanks to coach Luke Chadwick for all his work this year.

The Minor A girls needed FOUR rounds of penalties before a winner could be crowned in their game. Unfortunately Alex won in the end but well done to the girls and coach Alan White on a great season.

Finally, the junior girls had their final day of training for the season on Sunday morning. Congrats to all the girls who won their player of the season awards.We’re already looking forward to welcoming everyone back early next September!

Members are hereby notified that the Annual General Meeting
of Three Rock Rovers Hockey Club will be held on
Thursday 23rd April 2015 at 7.30pm in the Clubhouse.

AGENDA
1. Agree minutes of the last Meeting.
2. Honorary Secretary’s Report.
3. Honorary Treasurer’s Report and Annual Accounts.
4. Accounts of the Joint Executive Committee.
5. Report of the Honorary Auditor.
6. Report of the Chairman of the Council
7. Election of
a) Officers, Council and Committee
b) Honorary Secretary (Records)
c) Honorary Auditor
8. Motions.
9. Any other business.

Any matters to be raised at this meeting should be put in writing to the Honorary Secretary before Friday 17th April 2015. These may be posted to the club or emailed to secretary@threerockrovershc.com

Barbara Snow
Honorary Secretary TRRHC

The Members of Three Rock Rovers Hockey Club are hereby notified that
THE PLAYERS’ GENERAL MEETING
will be held in the Clubhouse on Thursday 23rd April 2015 commencing at 7.00pm.

AGENDA

1. Agree minutes of the last Players’ General Meeting.
2. Reports from team captains on the results of the season.
3. Report on youth hockey.
4. Any other business.

Any matters to be raised at the meeting should be put in writing to the Honorary Secretary before Friday 17th April 2015. These may be posted to the club or emailed to secretary@threerockrovershc.com

Barbara Snow
Honorary Secretary TRRHC

Huge weekend for the club this weekend as we see two sides compete for cup glory!!!!

The ladies 3rds face Mullingar at home at 2.45 on the front pitch. Its one a piece with both teams beating each other once already this season. Led by Luke Chadwick and with Solo on hand to bang in a few goals this team has settled nicely with many of our u16s from last year demonstrating some great skills to settle into ladies hockey this season. All support welcome!!!!

On the mens side the 5ths hope to add to their already whopper season when they face Wicklow in Corinthians at 1pm. Having come bottom of the division last season the 5ths have been outstanding this year and sit very comfortably at the top of their league table.

Plenty of time to support both teams in one day…please get out, wear your Rovers colours and get behind our teams!!

u16s
In a great day for fundraising for the club, the u16s worked hard bag packing to raise over €1000 for their upcoming trip to Holland! Well done to all who were there, along with their parents and supervisors on the day!

Here come the girls
Following on from the success of last year Here Come The Girls arrives back for another season on April 19th. The day sees the senior ladies side welcome the u16 girls up to the club for games, food and prizes. If offers everyone a chance to get to know each other before the girls make their way up to the senior side of the club next season. More details to follow but save the date ladies!

Celtic Sports
Still a few places left in the upcoming Easter camp which is filling up quickly this time! The camp is run by TRRHC members and coaches and provides kids with a fun and safe environment to learn their sports. Details on registration can be seen in the attached file at the end of the page