127mm of rain fell in June compared to 26.6mm in 2006 and a stonking 149mm fell in July compared to 18mm
LIKE many other clubs Clontarf suffered at the hands of the weather this year, particularly at the height of the season in June and July. Rainfall in April was 41mm compared to just 15mm in April 2006. And then it really started to rain! 117mm fell in May compared to 35 the previous year, 127mm fell in June (26.6mm in 06) and a stonking 149mm fell in July compared to 18mm in 06.
The net result (or should that be the
wet result) of all that rain saw ten senior games cancelled with numerous other matches either interrupted or abandoned. A good number of schoolboy and schoolgirl matches were cancelled as well. However,with funding from the Government, Clontarf were able to purchase a Blotter in April of this year at no cost to the club. You would have to say that this machine has been really put to the test this summer and it has enabled the club to play matches that, in the past, would not have been possible.
Clontarf the club have grand plans
to provide first class facilities for international and club matches and
there will be much work carried out over the coming winter.
The northern boundary is being
improved. The involves moving the existing fence back to its original and correct line. The sightscreens are also been taken off the ground and new screens will be erected on poles and rails so they can be easily moved when necessary. This will enlarge the playing area at the northern end of the ground by approx 20 feet. It will also increase the capacity of the ground, which is all important when One Day Internationals are hosted. The club will be able to erect temporary stands for approx 4000 people if required. Additional groundsheets have been
purchased to cover the whole square. A new drainage system has been put in and new artificial practice nets have replaced the old practice area. Hosting Ireland representative
fixtures puts a huge strain on the clubs own fixture list which, occasionally, causes debate amongst club members. However, Karl sees it as an honour to host these games and he continues to strive to produce the best playing surfaces in Ireland.
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