Full programme for GAA Gathering Day

Big fun day plannedAn international game between San Francisco and Kilcullen, a Tug O War, and a presentation to the iconic 1976 'Rags' team are just some of the events which will make the Kilcullen GAA Gathering on 22 June a day to remember, writes Brian Byrne.

Preparations for the event on Saturday 22 June are well in hand, and no less than 60 people associated with the Club have dedicated responsibilities to help make the event run smoothly.

The group from San Francisco will be using their game for the inaugural Maurice O'Mahony Cup as the final test before taking part in the All Ireland Feile event in Derry.

The 75-strong group, including players and family members, will have toured a number of GAA heartland clubs prior to coming to Kilcullen.

The Gathering kicks off at 2pm with a number of Girls football competitions, followed at 3pm by the Boys events. The SF/Kilcullen game is timed for a 4pm throw in.

There's a whole Field Day theme to the afternoon, with the Tug O War between a number of areas in and around Kilcullen, food and drink stands, and childrens activities including Bouncy Castle, Penalty Taking and more. There will also be face-painters in attendance.

KFM will also broadcast from the Club grounds.

The day will finish with the presentation of the Cup in The Hideout, with food for the teams and a supervised Teenage Disco in the new Schoolhouse Function Room in the pub.