14/05/2026
Twenty years ago today, on 14th May 2006, Half Way House Bunclody GAA Club reached a landmark moment in its proud history with the official opening of our top pitches by former GAA President Nickey Brennan.
While the opening itself was a day of celebration, it represented years of vision, determination and tireless work by a committed Development Committee and volunteers who believed in creating something special for future generations of our club and community.
What stands on Church Road today was built through ambition, sacrifice and an extraordinary fundraising effort from a community that came together with one shared goal. Long before the pitches officially opened, countless hours were invested not only on the ground but also in raising the funds required to turn plans into reality. The journey was one of determination and community spirit at its very best.
Many will fondly remember some of the major fundraising initiatives that helped bring the dream to life. Events such as the hugely successful Mayoral Election captured the imagination of the wider community and created memories that still bring smiles today.
The raffling of a Skoda car, the building and sale of a house on Mill Road showcased the ambition and commitment of people willing to think big in pursuit of creating a lasting legacy for the club.
Alongside these flagship initiatives came countless other events, draws, meetings and volunteer efforts, each playing a role in ensuring the vision became reality.
Since opening in 2006, the pitches have become much more than playing fields. They have become a second home for generations of families and players.
They have witnessed nursery sessions, underage blitzes, championship battles, county finals victories, defeats, celebrations and friendships formed along the sidelines. They have become a place where our club and community continue to gather and grow together.
To commemorate this important milestone, Half Way House Bunclody GAA Club will host a special evening of celebration in Tig Leath Slí Murphys on Friday 29th May at 9pm to reflect and honour the people and efforts that helped shape the facilities we are fortunate to call our own today. Members past and present, volunteers, former committee members, supporters and friends of the club will come together to reflect on the journey of the past twenty years.
The evening will also provide an opportunity to look ahead, with updates on our exciting club development plans and the official launch of our new three-year strategy.
As we celebrate this milestone, we honour not only the facilities themselves, but the people, vision and community spirit that built them and continue to guide the future of Half Way House Bunclody GAA Club.
