Local Hurling Club holding Draft Tournament this September, newcomers welcome

If you've ever wanted to try a new sport, consider taking up what could possibly be the oldest field game in the world.  Hurling is an Irish sport whose roots can be traced as far back as the Middle Ages and is still immensely popular on the Emerald Isle.  It is similar to lacrosse and can even be compared to field hockey and even soccer.  It looks like a lot of fun.

Sound like fun?  Well, there happens to be a local hurling club who will not only welcome you but has made it their mission to recruit new players.  They are the Butte Wolfe Tones Hurllng Club.

"At Wolfe Tones Hurling Club, we are dedicated to promoting the ancient sport of Irish Hurling. As a local non-profit, our mission is to teach and engage the community in this historic game while fostering a love for Irish culture."

TOURNAMENT IN SEPTEMBER, REGISTRATION DEADLINE AUGUST 18

September 19th through the 21st is the annual Dratf Tournament which is going to be a lot of fun for players and spectators alike.  If you would like to participate, you can sign up here.

The weekend will start with live music at the Mother Lode Theater with Derek Warfield and the Young Wolfe Tones Friday at 7pm.  On Saturday, it's hurling played 15 on 15 on a full-sized pitch.  Food trucks, an on-field bar and a rowdy social will all be part of the afternoon and the evening will continue with a pub crawl through Uptown Butte.  Sunday morning is the Mountain Poc Fada which is a long distance striking competition.  This, naturally, will be done on the Big M.

Sound like fun?  Get complete details here.