Gortin St Patrick's GAA Club is holding its first annual charity cycle on St Patrick's Day, 17th March 2012. The event, aptly named St Patrick's Gortin Gold Rush, was launched on Friday evening by Tyrone County Star Stephen O'Neill. This club fundraiser is also set to raise funds for the Northern Ireland Cancer Fund for Children, a charity that is currently supporting two local Gortin families who have children recovering from Leukemia.

The Charity Cycle will present an opportunity for cyclists of all abilities to take part - from regular cyclists looking for a fresh challenge - to enthusiastic beginners happy to try an alternative form of exercise. There will be 3 events to choose from; a 60 mile, 30 mile and a 10 mile fun event through the scenic Gortin countryside. A registration night for entrants to collect their sponsorship card will be held in the Community Centre on Friday 10th February at 7PM.

Speaking at the event launch, Stephen O Neill said, "The Gortin Gold Rush should be a great addition to the annual cycling calendar as I know how testing the hills and valleys of the 60 mile event can be. I am really glad to be involved, particularly as some of money raised will support the NI Cancer Fund for Children. I taught in the local school and know both children and anything I can do to show my support, I am very pleased to do."

The St Patrick's Gortin Gold Rush is already a big talking point in the Gortin area. Club Chairman Gabriel Treanor told us "We are making a big effort this year to up our game - both on an off the field. Ever club needs funds, and even more so when you have set your sights on success. This Cycling Event will get things off to a good start for Gortin GAC in 2012. It's great to see the support that we already have - even before the launch. Already, we have a full list of sponsors and every corner that I turn on the road, I meet someone out practicing on their new bike. It's great. But what we now need is for everyone capable of riding a bike, to take it out of the shed and to collect a sponsorship card on Friday 10th February. It will be a great days craic, and we can mark the success with a pint of Guinness."

Contact Details
For more information on the event please contact Nigel McCarron on 077256 03141
[email protected] or Damian Morris on 07984 [email protected]

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Event Details: Summary
Event: St Patrick's Gortin Gold Rush
Event Organiser: Gortin St Patrick's GFC
Date: 17th March 2012
Event Details: 3 cycle distances for all abilities;
60 miles, 30 miles & 10 mile child/fun cycle
Event Charity: NI Cancer Fund for Children
Sponsorship Registration Night
Fri 10th Feb, 7-8PM, Owenkillew Community Centre

Please register your interest in taking part in the event by collecting a sponsorship form on Friday 10th February. The entry fee is £20 for the 60 and 30 mile events and this includes a limited edition event jersey. There is no entry fee for Children (U16).

Event Registration 17 March 2012
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Gortin St Patrick's GAA Club is holding its first annual charity cycle on St Patrick's Day, 17th March 2012, aptly named St Patrick's Gortin Gold Rush. This club fundraiser is also set to raise funds for the Northern Ireland Cancer Fund for Children, a charity that is currently supporting two local families who have children recovering from Leukemia.

Background
Gortin St Patrick's GAC are kicking off 2012 with big ambitions both on an off the field. Beaten at the last hurdle in their battle to return to Division 1 Football in 2011, this young talented team intends to make their mark in 2012.
Off the field, and under the guidance of new Chairman Gabriel Treanor, the club is focused on bringing the team much needed support in every way they can. To begin this, Gortin GAC is launching their annual charity cycle. This event will take place on St Patrick's Day 17th March 2012 - feast day of the clubs Patron Saint.

The Cycling Event
The aptly named St Patrick's Gortin Gold Rush will present an opportunity for all cyclists to take part - from regular cyclists looking for a fresh challenge - to enthusiastic beginners happy to try an alternative form of exercise. Cyclists can choose from 3 events; a 60 mile, 30 mile and a 10 mile fun event.

The Charity
The great thing about the Gortin Gold Rush is that no effort will be in vain as the event will raise funds for the Northern Ireland Cancer Fund for Children. The Gortin Community has a close connection with the charity, as it is lending support to two families who have children that are recovering from leukemia.

Local Interest
The event is already generating a lot of interest from all sections of the local community and anticipation is growing with teams of cyclists hitting the road and beginning training. Support for the event has also been secured from Tyrone County Star Stephen O'Neill, himself a keen cyclist. Stephen has a close connection with Gortin having taught in the local primary school for a few years.
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Contact Details
For more information on the event please contact Nigel McCarron on 077256 03141
[email protected] or Damian Morris on 07984 [email protected]
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