This article is from page 89 of the 2008-04-01 edition of The Clare People. OCR mistakes are to be expected so download the original SWF or the rendered page 89 JPG
THE idea of a ground up approach to hurling among kids about to enter the game took off last year with the launch of Go Games in Clare, and this weekend, the second season of the initiative was launched.
The idea is simple, but effective. Allow kids the opportunity to de- velop their basic skills before they’re
put into a match situation. Give them the chance to play, to have time on the ball.
There’s a maximum of eight play- ers per team for the Under 8 games, a maximun of ten per team for the Under 10s and four games can take place at any one time on a standard pitch. The other stipulation is that every player — back or forward — must remain in their zone, with the excep-
tion of the midfielders. Players swap positions at regular intervals and the the emphasis is on inclusion: each player will play at least two quarters in every Go Game.
The blitz schedule for the upcom- ing Go Games season has just been drawn up and the project is now se- cure in the landscape of the Clare GAA. It’s obvious that those who participate stand to significantly ben- efit so clubs, really, should embrace the concept. They should ensure eve- ry parent with a kid who 1s interested in game is aware of Go Hurling’s ex- istence.
The initial kick off takes place on Saturday April 19 at a number of venues across Clare. It continues throughout May, June and July.
For further information on_tak- ing part, contact Peter Casey on O86 6000027, Joe Gleeson on 087 1333430, Sean Chaplin on 086 3613779 or John Culligan 085 1744342.