Fundraising Event Inspired by⁤ Netflix Series

Kisteen‍ House Hotel was packed on[DateofEvent-[DateofEvent-[DateofEvent-[DateofEvent-to be verified]for a sporting⁣ event benefiting Pallasgreen GAA‘s field growth ⁣project,which⁤ aims to build a new stand and walkway. ⁣The event, inspired by the Netflix show Squid Game, drew over 400 attendees⁣ and raised a total of €10,000.

Competition and Championship

Thirty contestants participated in a series of challenges⁤ to ⁢determine the last person standing. After a night of “laughter, excitement, ⁤and⁢ healthy competition,” the final showdown was between Michael Hally⁣ and Christian O’Dwyer. Christian O’Dwyer was crowned Pallasgreen GAA Quid Champion.

O’Dwyer’s victory resulted ‍in a €7,000 donation to Milford⁣ Care Center, a local healthcare facility, and a €3,000 prize‍ for himself.

Honoring All-Ireland Champion

The event also included a special recognition for Colin Ryan, ⁤who earlier in 2024 won the All-Ireland Poc⁤ Fada competition. The presentation was made by his father and Pallasgreen GAA‍ club chairman, denis ryan, adding⁣ a personal touch to the evening.

Gratitude and Acknowledgements

Pallasgreen GAA expressed its gratitude to the ⁤organizing committee, who dedicated three months ⁤to planning the event, and to the main sponsors, Lee’s Centra and St Ailbe’s Credit Union. Thanks were also extended to ⁣those who sponsored contestants, donated raffle prizes, attended the event, and to⁤ MC ⁣Valerie Wheeler and photographer‍ Aoife Kiely.

The club notably thanked the 30 contestants for their “tireless fundraising efforts,” which exceeded expectations.