The public vote is in for Clubbing In 2024 and the winners have been announced, with a total prize fund of €4,500 in the competition, proudly sponsored by Waterford Credit Union and Cairde Credit Union.
We are delighted to announce that the overall winners are:
Waterford City: Assisi House
Assisi House is a day centre for the elderly, offering a warm and inviting environment for those struggling with loneliness or isolation. It fosters friendships among its visitors and provides snacks, a two-course meal, and entertainment at a meagre cost. The staff at Assisi House are exceptional, genuinely taking the time to understand the personalities and needs of everyone who comes through the door. The centre also offers respite to the families of those who use its services, allowing them to attend to essential tasks, such as shopping or work.
Congratulations to Assisi House, Airmount, Dominics Place, Waterford City. They've won the city top prize of €2000
Waterford County: Ballyduff Upper Badminton Club
The group is part of a small rural community in West Waterford, where it is fantastic to have badminton available for both juveniles and adults. Normally, locals from this village have to travel to participate in sports, so having badminton locally is a valuable opportunity.
The group aims to further grow its membership, and part of the funding would be used to offer free taster training sessions to encourage more people to join. The club also tries to provide racquets for children to use at the facility, as these can be expensive and purchasing them might be a barrier for some families. Additional funding would help in purchasing a few new racquets, making the sport more accessible to everyone.
The facility also requires relining, as it has been 15 years since this was last done - a very costly undertaking. There is also a need to replace the court fixtures, specifically the poles that hold the nets, as the current ones are old, in poor condition, and difficult to move. This funding opportunity could make a significant difference to the club., and the group appreciates the chance to enter the competition.
Congratulations to Ballyduff Upper Badminton Club, Sports Hall, Ballyduff Upper, Waterford. They've won the county top prize of €2000
Well done to the two runners-up, each club receives €250.
City: Outrage Foroige Club Waterford.
County: A Team Dungarvan.
