HOLESTONE YFC have had an extremely busy and successful year.
To round off the club’s year, the annual parents and friends evening was held on Tuesday April 12 in Donegore Church Hall. This was the first Parents Night in over two years so it was great to see a packed hall with friends, family and supporters of Holestone YFC celebrate the club’s successes.
The evening consisted of two club sketches, one being Ten Pet Lambs and the other Market Naked Attraction. Members performed these sketches providing the audience with plenty of laughs throughout. The club would like to thank Tammy Hoy for all her help behind the scenes in producing the sketches.
The audience heard of the club’s busy year from club secretary Alexandra McConnell, and members were awarded their proficiency certificates.
Guest Speaker for the evening was Hannah Kirkpatrick, YFCU Vice President and thanks must go to Hannah for giving up her time to join the club on the evening.
Members, friends and family got up to date on the latest scandal within the club, safe to say there were a few red faces.
The night saw members receiving awards for their successes in the past year.
Junior Member of the Year as voted by members: Callum McConnell
Senior Member of the Year as voted by members: Jack Stewart
Dairy Stockjudging
Junior – 1st Zara Robson
Senior – 1st Alexandra McConnell; 2nd Jessica McConnell.
Beef Stockjudging
Junior – 1st Holly Beatty; 2nd Louise Moore.
Senior – 1st Jack Stewart; 2nd James Robson.
Sheep Stockjudging
Junior – 1st Craig Robson; 2nd Callum McConnell.
Senior – 1st David Moore; 2nd Clara McConnell.
Floral Art – 1st Zara Stirling; 2nd Laura Patterson.
Prepared Public Speaking – 1st Jack Stewart; 2nd Holly Beatty.
Impromtu Speaking – 1st Laura Patterson; 2nd Rachel McCord.
Ulster Young Farmer – 1st Ross Warwick; 2nd Charlie McKnight.
Home Management – 1st Laura Patterson; 2nd Bethany Park.
Endeavour Award – 1st Ewan Hoy; 2nd Sam Fleck.
Most Points – 1st Laura Patterson; 2nd Clara McConnell.
Best New Member – 1st Ross Warwick; Runner Up – Riley Hoy.
Best Member Under 18 – 1st Holly Beatty; Runner Up – Callum McConnell.
Best Member Over 18 – 1st Laura Patterson; Runner Up – Clara McConnell.
The club would like to congratulate all members on their successes and thank everyone for the support throughout the year.
At County Antrim YFC’s recent efficiency competition, Laura Patterson was placed second in club leader and Clara McConnell being awarded most efficient treasurer in County Antrim. The club would like to wish Clara all the very best as she competes in the Best Treasurer in Northern Ireland Competition.
Recently Laura Patterson has taken on the role of County Antrim YFC Secretary and Clara McConnell as County Antrim YFC assistant treasurer. Holestone would like to wish all the girls the very best in these roles.
The new committee was elected at the recent AGM. The top officials are:
Club Leader: Jack Stewart
Secretary: Julianne Moore
Treasurer: Clara McConnell
PRO: Laura Patterson
Holestone look forward to hosting more events and making the most of the opportunities YFCU has to offer during the incoming year.
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