Posts by Loreto HC
Hockey pitch resurfacing update
As you are all aware, last season we hosted a superbly successful Let’s Dance Loreto fundraiser, raising almost €40,000 towards the resurfacing of our pitch. We are now looking forward to further fundraising work. We are planning a fundraising event for both the Senior and Junior club, which we’ll be unveiling in the New Year,…
Read MoreChristmas Party snaps!
The annual Christmas Party took place in the Glenside this year on the 10th of December. Teams had to come dressed in a theme. A fantastic night was had filled with fun and Christmas cheer. The 5ths/6ths won best dressed with their combined Glamorous Gazelle approach with stylish identification tags. They have yet to enjoy…
Read MoreLoreto 1st XI in EYHL
The EYL kicks off this weekend – Loreto host Cork Harlequins at home at 1.30pm on Saturday and play UCD away on Sunday at 2pm.
Read MoreCharity Cycle: Caroline’s Battle for Seattle
Sunday September 11th 2016: Sunday morning a group of 70+ cyclists set off on a 32km spin from Loreto Hockey Club in Rathfarnham to Enniskerry and back in aid of Caroline’s Battle to Seattle. Caroline Smyth, a past Beaufort girl, is suffering from Lymes disease. She requires costly treatment with specialists in Seattle to help…
Read MoreLoreto Leader September 2016
Club President welcomes everyone back to the new season, both returning and new members.
Read MoreClub Dinner Photos
The disposable camera photos here and they’re good! Unfortunately two are still missing (2nds/3rds/6ths you know who you are) and unfortunately again the Junior manager and firsts camera came back with 30 pictures of thumbs and darkness each! Not one clear photo between them, at least your hockey skills are better than your photography skills…
Read MoreLoreto Hockey Club Annual Club Dinner
As the season draws to a close Loreto Hockey Club is delighted to announce our annual club dinner will take place on Saturday May 7th 2016 in the Castle Golf Club, Rathfarnham. Drinks from 7pm with dinner served at 7.30pm, followed by music (and dancing) from The Bandits. Tickets are €38 and must be purchased…
Read MoreFirst Year A Leinster League Final Match Report
A nail biting performance by our first year A team in the Leinster league final. Down 2 goals at half time the team came back fighting after the break. Gaining most of the possession Abbie put away a super corner deflection from a strong reverse strike by Olivia. This was followed quickly with a close…
Read MoreFirst Year B Plate Final Match Report
A brisk start by both teams brought early goalmouth action for Loreto driven by the strong mid field pairing of Sarah O’Hara and Ali O’Neil feeding captain Georgia McDonnell and Sarah Lily up front. The cohesive work of Megan Walsh and Aoife Aherne, supported by the ever present Alannah Murphy in the sweeper role gave…
Read MoreFun Easter tournament – 25th March 2016
We’re planning a fun Easter hockey tournament Friday 25th March with fun games and bbq at the clubhouse. Loreto will be hosting a mixed hockey team from England so it promises to be a great day! Let your team captain or club captain Paula Cunniffe know if you can make it. Looking forward to seeing…
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