very exciting fundraiser in the coming weeks with the first hosting of the Celtic Link Duncannon 10 km. run or walk on Sunday, February 26.

This is being run in conjunction with Run Ireland and is likely to attract a lot of interest from all of the counties of the south-east of Ireland, and also a large Wexford interest with athletics in the Model county on a high at the moment.

Entry for the event is €20 and whether you're the serious athlete or want to use the event to burn off the Christmas excess, this is promising to be a fun and competitive event.

For more information contact Ben on 086-8938859 between 7-10 p.m. or to register online go to www.runireland.com/events

Matthew O'hanlon and Kevin O'grady were rewarded for their heroics with the Wexford Under-21 football team last season when the talented duo, who both played vital roles in the county capturing their first-ever title, were presented with their medals at a reception held in the Ferrycarrig Hotel recently.

Indeed, there is no rest for the intercounty stars from St. James' as Matthew O'hanlon continues hard training with the Wexford Senior hurlers and the Wexford Under-21 football team for the coming season while also being heavily involved in U.C.D. G.A.A. also.

Three other St. James' players are currently involved with the Under-21 Wexford football team as John Ryan, Robbie Barron and Jack O'brien have been involved in trial games over the past few weeks.

Kevin O'grady and Graeme Molloy both lined out for the Wexford Senior footballers in the O'byrne Cup game against Meath on Sunday last in Navan. Kevin is also preparing for the Trench Cup with his college, W.I.T., while Brendan Doyle is only days away from making a return to full competitive action for Wexford after undergoing a shoulder operation towards the end of last season. Daniel Keating is also hoping to wear the purple and gold jersey for the county in the coming season with the Minor football team.

BANNOW-BALLYMITTY

Bingo continues on Saturday at 8.30 p.m. in Carrig Hall.

The first club meeting of the year and season will take place this Sunday, January 15, in the Complex.

The major topic for discussion is the selection and make-up of the adult teams' mangement in both hurling and football, so please attend this important meeting which starts at 4 p.m.

Hard luck to Ben and Niall who played in their county colours on Sunday last and were defeated by Meath in the O'byrne Cup by 1-13 to 1-10.

Sincere condolences to the White and Colfer families on their recent bereavement.

The beginning of the G.A.A. season also brings the dreaded membership with it! The membership will stay the same as last year - player €80, family €80, student €50, non-player €30, Under-16-under-18, €20; Under-14, €10 - and can be paid to Chris Cummins.

RAPPAREES-STARLIGHTS

As we begin a new year at Bellefield, might I take this opportunity to wish all members a most prosperous 2012 and can I say a most sincere thank you for all your help and support over the past year.

We kick off our 2012 campaign on Sunday next, January 15, both on and off the field as our Jim Byrne Cup team is in action against Craanford in Craanford at 2 p.m., and our A.G.M. will take place in the clubhouse afterwards at 4.30 p.m. All are welcome.

Only fully paid-up members will have the right to vote, but all attending are welcome to contribute.

Our 2012 hurling and football training schedule begins on Saturday next, January 14, and all players from Minor upwards are asked to attend. Don't forget the old Irish proverb - Tosach maith leath na hoibre - which translates as 'a good beginning is half the work'.

Looking forward to seeing you all there and looking forward to a most successful year at Bellefield.

NAOMH EANNA

The Minor footballers lost in the O'loughlin Cup on Sunday to Castletown. Naomh Eanna G.A.A. club would like to wish all its members a safe and happy new year. Anyone with information for the club notes can e-mail mickdwyer100@gmail.com or text 0879770497.