Dochas to benefit from fundraiser at Tullamore pitch and putt club

Dochas Offaly Cancer Support will be the main beneficiary of funds raised at the 4th annual Michael (Hippo) Bracken memorial tournament, which take place this year on Saturday March 21 next.

The much-loved Tullamore man, who was well known in sporting circles having played for Charleville Kilbeggan United (CK United) for a time in his youth, passed away unexpectedly at his home in March 2022, and his family have honoured his memory ever since by organising an annual fundraising memorial tournament.

This year the Bracken family are kindly raising funds for Dochas who provide such a valuable support service to the local community and surrounding areas. The funds raised will help the team at Dochas provide much needed services to members of the public who require support. The Bracken family hope that by running this great event in Hippo’s name, it will enable the magnificent members of Dochas to continue to care for those who need help.

Everyone is welcome for what should be a great day at Tullamore Pitch & Putt club on Saturday of next week. There will be plenty of prizes and draws throughout the day and the event is open to all PPI members and non-members. Partners will be organised for those who need one.

The format for the event will be Scotch Foursomes with two players per team. All prizes will be over 18 holes, and the winning scores will also be over 18 holes. The cost is €10 per person for two rounds.

All support on the day will be greatly appreciated by the Bracken family. . For further information contact can be made with any of the following volunteers: Linda Gorman: 087 9269794; Barty Gorman: 083 3037075 or Brendan Skelton: 087 7857220. A Revolut account has also been set up for those who cannot attend on the day.

Additionally, there will be two paramedics (James Mullins & Seamus Pyke) at the clubhouse on the day who will be providing free blood pressure checks and free blood sugar level checks for those interested.