UHK Restricts Visits Due To Infection Control Measures

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UNIVERSITY Hospital Kerry is asking the public not to visit the hospital unless there are exceptional circumstances.

“Due to increased infection-control measures, the hospital has to make some difficult decisions about visiting, in order to protect patients, their relatives and staff,” a statement from the hospital reads.

“UHK is asking the public not to visit the hospital other than in end-of-life situations and other exceptional circumstances [to be agreed with the ward manager and relevant Consultant in advance of visiting].”

“The situation will be reviewed by the hospital outbreak team on an ongoing basis and any changes will be advised. University Hospital Kerry understands that this announcement will make it difficult for many families, however the hospital’s priority is to continue to maintain the safety and wellbeing of patients, member of the public and staff at the hospital.”

Tommy Walsh Retires From Kerry Senior Football Panel

Tommy Walsh in action back in 2o19. Photo by Dermot Crean

TOMMY Walsh confirmed his decision today to retire from the Kerry Senior Football Panel.

The Kerins O’Rahillys man began his inter county career as a minor and quickly progressed through to U-21 and senior ranks.

In the 2009 All-Ireland series Tommy produced some memorable performances culminating in the All-Ireland Final win over Cork when he contributed a quarter of Kerry’s scores on the day.

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In October 2009 Tommy moved to Australia where he played Professional AFL until the end of 2014. He re-joined the Kerry set-up for the 2015/2016 seasons and later again for the past two seasons.

Chairman of the Kerry County Board, Tim Murphy, paid tribute to Tommy.

“Over the past two years in particular Tommy’s leadership on and off the field has helped to encourage, motivate, and successfully integrate many of our younger players onto the panel. On behalf of all Kerry supporters I wish to sincerely thank and acknowledge Tommy for all he has done and wish him the very best in the future,” he said.

Jack O’Connor, Kerry Senior Football Manager, also praised Tommy for his contribution over the years.

“It was with sadness that I learned today of Tommy Walsh’s decision to retire from the Kerry Senior football panel. I coached Tommy for two years firstly in 2008 with Kerins O’Rahilly’s when he was instrumental in helping the Club to a County Final and in 2009 with Kerry.

He gave one of the great exhibitions to the 2009 All Ireland final against Cork when he scored four great points – two from either foot. Like his father Seanie he was a man for the big occasion and raised his game accordingly. I wish him all the best in retirement, and I hope he continues to enjoy a fruitful club career for many years to come.”

Kerins O’Rahillys GAA Club News

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Senior County Championship.
The senior team will play St Kieran’s in Austin Stacks Park at 5pm on Saturday October 30th.

ACADAMH  NA nÓG

Great display of football by Kerins O’ Rahilly’s U9s who hosted Glenbeigh / Glencar in fun Go Games last Sunday in Healy Park, Ballyrickard.

Thats almost a wrap folks. Our U13s  have a final at 7p.m. on Thursday in Connolly Park and minors TBC.

Over 280 juveniles , 40 volunteer coaches and fortunately fantastic weather most of the year…we couldnt have planned it any better with our U9 boys Go Games against Glenbeigh / Glencar calling a halt to our outdoor academy year!!

A massive thanks to all of our coaches, our volunteers, our parents and the girls and boys for making this year, 2021 the best yet!

U9 Kerins O’ Rahilly’s manager Declan Quill giving words of encouragement to his team

We have had many disappointments in 2020 with Covid but we put that behind us taking one day at a time and still had a great year. We weren’t able to have as many events as we normally do but by golly did we enjoy the events we had!

A big thanks to our main sponsor,Eleanor and Roy of Sandy Feet Farm . Remember folks to support those businesses that support our  club.

Our girls and boys were fantastic this year, very responsive and so well behaved as always and a credit to all their parents and our club.

The future is definitely bright at Kerins O’ Rahilly and we are all looking forward to following the careers of every single girl and boy as they progress through the club. Enjoy the short break and we will see you all back training and are looking forward to seeing those wonderful smiles again. Up the Blues!!

New players…with the majority of the 2021 season wrapped up, we already look forward to 2022 and we as a club always welcome  new girls and boys  to join our ranks. We cater for all age groups in our juvenile club from aged U5s to U17s.

Please contact our juvenile chairman Adrian Doody for further information ( 085) 186 3655. We would really love to hear from you!
And of course before Christmas we will have a special guest join us to see if everyone is being naughty or nice !! We know before he ever asks though that all of our girls and boys are the BEST!

MENTAL HEALTH
Look out for yourself, your family and your teammates. Remember it’s always okay to ask for help! We won’t see each other as often as we normally do over the coming weeks but someone will always be there for you.

If things are getting on top of you , if you’re struggling , then you should never be afraid to reach out to someone.

Mental health is real , problems don’t last forever and aren’t permanent but you need to address them! You’re not alone reading this and every family believe it or not is affected in some way with mental health problems.

Be kind to each other, look out for one another. Be the kind of person someone can turn to in a time of need to listen and perhaps direct them on the right path if needs be .
We can make it a much better place for everyone by just being kind toward each other.
It’s okay not to feel ok!
It’s also okay to ask for help!
It was great to see Tommy Walsh and David Moran join the children in The Holy Family as they raised the Amber Flag for Pieta. Congrats and well done to all involved!

U9 BOYS
The U9 boys finished the season last Sunday when we hosted Go Games . We were out in action with Glenbeigh / Glencar.
There was some great displays of football by all on the pitch.
The lads and management should be proud of the super season they had in 2021 with the great development of this still young team of U9 players.
Huge thanks goes out to our coaches Declan Quill, Ken O’ Keeffe, Declan Smith, Tony Corridon, TJ Heaphy and Dylan Moriarty. But a special word goes to our U9s who have entertained us all season. The future is bright with these young men in the club.

U11 BOYS
These lads and their coaches will be training on Thursdays for the next few weeks on the AstroTurf in CBS , The Green School from 7.30p.m. – 8.30p.m.Please remember to bring €2 each and remember no metal studs for Astro! Enjoy! Thanks

CLUB GEAR
Have you ordered our new merchandise!
The Club Shop is now open for only a few days to ensure that all orders are processed in plenty of time for Christmas… some nice new gear on it.
The link is on our Facebook page
clubshop.bodibro.ie

NÓTAÍ NA mBAN
As a prelude to our notes and as we near our end of year for 2021 we want to thank each and everyone of you…players , coaches, spectators and volunteers for a wonderful year.

We must all remember that training and games is all about taking part for the girls… it isn’t all about cups, shields and plates. The final score doesn’t matter as much as everyone loves to win. Well done to those who score, well done to those who passed to create a score, well done to those who blocked a score.

Well done to those who came to training and games regardless of the weather, well done to all of our girls who turned up game after game and did their best!
Skills will develop over time and everyone develops at a different point. What we like to see is the determination and desire to play and the girls having fun and making great friends for life! This is what it’s all about!

U12 GIRLS

Kerins O’ Rahilly Strand Road Blues after their win in the Town League shield final v St. Pats.

We have 35 wonderful young ladies … a mix of U12s and U10s all of whom are dedicated to their football.

We concluded our year with hot food and treats in the club. The girls were high as the Blues had just been presented with the Town League shield by Dell White. Thank you Dell!

Many thanks to Dell White who presented Kerins O’ Rahilly’s joint captains Erika Slattery and Grace Kirby with the shield after they defeated St. Pats in the Town League final.

Kelly Hayes was presented with the Co. League plate and Córa Meehan was presented with the ‘Ladies Team of the Year’ award. Each player was then rewarded with a Kerins O’ Rahilly juvenile medal. Congrats!

Some of you are moving up to U14s in 2022. We look forward to watching you play and wish you the best .

STRAND ROAD BLUES

jubilant U12 players Ava O’ Shea, Muireann McCarthy, Aisling Donnelly, Kelly Hayes and Emma Onyekwere with the Town League shield and Co. League plate

Our Blues travelled over the bridge last Thursday evening to compete in the Town League shield final v St. Pats. We ran out winners to bring the shied back to Strand Road with us. Our joint captains on the night were deservedly Erika Slattery and Grace Kirby… two great leaders.

The  support provided by your teammates and families was certainly a factor in the team’s performance.

We done and thank  you to St. Pats for an entertaining game. We wish you the best in 2022 as you put so much work into building your ladies section of the club.

U14 GIRLS
We have 2 more games left in the North Kerry League. We are away to Moyvane and also have a final. More details to follow during the week.

It was great to see so many happy young ladies at their end of year night out. We hope that everyone had an amazing evening!

U16 GIRLS

Ballyrickard was the venue last Thursday evening as we played a league game v Stacks. Cursed with injuries and a few girls missing made it a sure not to be a winner on the night. Hard luck to our girls who still held their heads up afterwards . A very gallant effort… proud of everyone!
Humble in Victory, Gracious in defeat.

Final Score:
Kerins O’ Rahilly 4-05
Austin Stacks 6-10
We are away to Abbeydorney next Tuesday. Best of luck to everyone!

RETURN TO PLAY
Please remember to complete your return to playing before each and / or training session, that you or your daughter are attending. Unfortunately Covid is rampant again so we’re asking that everyone be more vigilant. Thank you!

Kerins O’ Rahilly’s Evan Doody ( 6th from the left in back row) enjoying playing GAA with Eindhoven Shamrocks

GAELIC4TEENS
Thank you to Cassandra Buckley and Will Harmon for a wonderful Gaelic4teens session last Monday evening in our main pitch.
Our ladies started this programme back in February 2020 but like with everything else was postponed because of Covid.

A wonderful Gaelic4teens session for Kerins O’ Rahilly Girls with Kerry’s Cassandra Buckley and LGFA National Development officer Will Harmon. Thank you!

The aims of the Gaelic4Teens Programme?
*Educate club coaches in relation to the needs and interests of teenage girls in sport
*Provide a unique programme of Ladies Gaelic Football activities to retain girls aged 13-17 years
*Develop athletic and social skills for girls in a safe and nurturing environment

Our girls and coaches who participated thoroughly enjoyed the ideas and had brilliant,  fun training sessions.
Shane Smith, Irish Examiner, April 2021
“Our challenge as adult coaches is to look at coaching through the lens of the child
Children thrive on positive reinforcement. They want to hear “that’s brilliant”, “great effort”, “you are doing so well”.
Coaching is all about the sharing of ideas. Remember it’s all about learning, improving & trying to better than we were yesterday!
Coaches, keep up the good work!

END OF YEAR U16s AND MINORS
Details have been sent to everyone on this. Looking forward to hearing from you.

Lotto Results
October 11th

08,17,24,29.

No Winner of Jackpot €2,100

Match  3 winners €25
Eileen Shanahan C/O Shop (Morans Foodstore)

Draw for 4 €250 December 2021
Brian Murphy DD
Paul O Sullivan  DD
Nicola Gaynor
Freda Moriarty c/o Rock St PO
Noreen Wren c/o Dollie

Next Weeks Jackpot €2,200

Na Gaeil GAA Club News

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Darragh Carmody scored 13 points for Na Gaeil in their Intermediate semi-final clash with Desmonds in Austin Stack Park on Saturday evening.

Seniors    Na Gaeil played Castleisland Desmonds in the County Intermediate Championship semi-final under lights in Austin Stack Park on Saturday evening in front of a large crowd. The rain had eased off but underfoot conditions were very slippery.

Darragh Carmody whose performance over the hour was top class opened the scoring and had two points on the board inside the first seven minutes. Na Gaeil then took their foot off the pedal and Desmonds thundered into the game.

Tadhg O’Connell got Desmonds off the mark two minutes later and they scored the next four points, the other three coming from Luka Brosnan, Mícheál Walsh and a pointed free from full forward Cian W. O’Connor. That left Desmonds two ahead at the first water break on a scoreline of Na Gaeil; 0-02; Desmonds: 0-04. The Castleisland side scored first after the water break, a point from their no. 6 Tadhg O’Shea on twenty minutes.

But Na Gaeil then took control of matters in most sectors with Darragh Carmody slotting over a 30 metre free after Enda O’Connor was fouled after a good run up-field. Darragh Carmody again pointed in the 25th and 27th minute before Seán Lynch pulled one back for Desmonds. Dan Goggin was pulling the strings on the 40 and delivering a lot of good ball into the forwards.

This was turning out to be the Darragh Carmody show and he again pointed from play in the 28th minute, his sixth of the half. Diarmuid O’Connor sent a lovely ball over the bar from 40 metres out in the left wing before the referee Padraig O’Sullivan blew the short whistle.

The Killeen side was now one ahead at the break. Na Gaeil: 0-07; Desmonds: 0-06. Thomas Hickey sent over a free for Desmonds on the re-start to level matters up and then scored a beauty from play to go one point ahead.  Desmonds were almost through for a goal shortly afterwards but Na Gaeil full backs cleared their lines. They were now winning the lion’s share of possession with their defence playing excellently and were totally on top at midfield, but were not reflecting it on the scoreboard. They slowly began to steady the ship and find their range.

That man again Darragh Carmody continued where he left off in the first half. He fired over two frees for fouls on Dan Goggin and Jack Sheehan and also pointed from play to stretch their lead out to three.

Dan Goggin pointed on 11minutes after good work by Enda O’Connor. Darragh Carmody slotted another one over, a minute later after winning a poor Desmonds kick-out. Desmonds responded with a pointed free from their keeper Steve Bartlett. Fifteen minutes into the half came the defining score. Darragh Carmody won possession out on the right wing.

He spotted Diarmuid O’Connor running through the middle and sent him an inch perfect pass. Diarmuid continued his run and slotted the ball into the tight hand corner of the Desmonds net, giving keeper Steve Bartlett no chance. P.J. Curtin scored for the Castleisland side just before the 2nd water break.

But Na Gaeil were now 5 points ahead: Na Gaeil: 1-12; Desmonds: 0-10. From there to the end it was all Na Gaeil as the challenge from Desmonds totally faded. Darragh Carmody scored the next three on the trot, one coming from a free for a foul on the hard working Jack Sheehan.

James O’Connor fired over the next two and Jack Bourke pointed a close in free before full back Niall O’Mahony made a sally up the field to slot one over from 20 metres out. Dominik Finnegan scored for Desmonds in the dying minutes, but Na Gaeil ran out easy winners in the end on a scoreline of Na Gaeil: 1-19; Desmonds: 0-11.

Na Gaeil put in a good 2nd half performance after a rather sluggish first half.  There were great performances by players all over the field including Andrew Barry and Enda O’Connor in defence, Jack and Diarmuid at midfield and Dan Goggin and James O’Connor in the forwards. But corner forward Darragh Carmody has to be singled out for special mention for his awesome display over the hour.

He tormented his marker from start to finish and kept the scoreboard ticking over in the first half when scores were hard to come by. Thirteen points in a game must be a record for a player in a Na Gaeil jersey.

A truly amazing performance. It’s a great achievement for the club to reach the Intermediate Championship Final for the first time in their history so well done to all involved. They will play Beaufort, who are no strangers to them at this stage. No date has been finalized yet but it will not be played for a number of weeks.

Team: Devon Burns, Enda O’Connor, Niall O’Mahony, Damien Bourke, Fergal Barry, Andrew Barry, Eoin Doody, Jack Barry, Diarmuid O’Connor(1-02), Kieran O’Donovan, Dan Goggin(0-01), James O’Connor(0-02), Tomás O’hAiniféin, Jamie Lowham, Darragh Carmody(0-13, 0-06fr). Subs: Jack Sheehan for Jamie Lowham, Rory O’Sullivan for Tomás O’hAiniféin; Jack Bourke(0-01) for Kieran O’Donovan; Eoin Walsh for Dan Goggin; Cian Devine for Darragh Carmody.

Na Gaeil Race Night    Na Gaeil Annual Night at the Races takes place virtually and on Facebook Live at the clubhouse, on Friday November 19th.  The event follows on from our first virtual race night last December, which was a huge success.

This year we plan to build on that by making the event bigger, better and even more exciting and entertaining. We will have a great night of racing action with the Na Gaeil Gold Cup and a first prize of €1,000, a feature event.

Now we want to give you the chance of owning a horse in our races on the night. By a horse for yourself or form a Racing Syndicate with your family and friends to be in with a chance of winning some great cash prizes.

There will be prizes for the best dressed lady and gent, along with some special guest interviews. Race horses are priced at €50 each. Here is your chance to be part of probably the best virtual and live race night yet. All monies raised will go back into the running of the club at all levels. We look forward to your support.

Bingo    Na Gaeil Bingo Committee is delighted to announce the return of our popular bingo every Monday night at Na Gaeil Clubhouse, at the earlier starting time of 8pm. We have Split the Bucket on the night also.

Masks have to be worn entering and attending Bingo and proof of Covid Vaccine has to be shown to committee members. Social distancing must be observed at all times. A bus service to and from the bingo is available. Just ring 087 281 7577.

Win a House     Win a house in Killarney with Kerry GAA.   For €100 you could win a stunning new build A-rated 3 bedroom house superbly located just off the Park Road in Killarney. Kerry GAA is also running numerous other promotional draws throughout the fundraising campaign.

The earlier you purchase your “Win a House in Killarney” ticket (or tickets!) the more draws you will be entered into. Remember all tickets purchased before the deadline for each promotional draw will entitle you to be entered into all promotional draws thereafter. Support your club and support your county. Go to kerrygaa.ie and buy your ticket today. If you’re not in you can’t win!

Lotto     Our Lotto draw was held on Tuesday last, October 12th in the clubhouse at 9.30pm. Numbers drawn were: 17, 18, 21, 22. There was no winner of the jackpot. €20 Lucky Dip winners were Mary Horgan, Seán Kelly, Gene & Madeline Kelly, John O’Brien and Shane O’Brien. Next week’s jackpot is €5,550.

Clothes Collection     There is now a Clothes Collection Bin situated in Na Gaeil car park for use by all members of the public.

St Pats GAA Club News

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Club Lotto

Marie Fitzgibbon was the lucky winner of our Club Lotto Jackpot of €7900 on Sunday night last. The numbers drawn were 02, 03, 08 & 09. The five €30 consolation prizes went

Claire Flynn Kerins Park
Eoin Quilter c/o Poffs
Michelle Breen Tonevane
Patrick Casey Spa Road
Eli Moran c/o Mono

Next week’s Lotto will have a Jackpot of €2000 and the draw will take place on Sunday night 24/10/2021 at 9-15PM. Lotto tickets can be purchased online https://www.locallotto.ie/play.asp?LL_ID=1328&PC=0  from any club officer or at the following outlets:
O’Sheas Shop and Service Station Blennerville

Poff Motors Dingle Road

Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers Manor

Noyeks Mile Height

Byrnesworth

Skelper Quanes

Keanes of Curraheen

Betty’s Bar

Rock Inn

Many thanks to all who contribute to our weekly Club Lotto. The Club cannot emphasise enough the importance of our members promoting the Club Lotto among family, friends and work colleagues. The Lotto is now a critical source of funds for the Club. We are appealing to all club members to promote our lotto at this time to ensure our clubs future viability.

Please have your lotto entries in by 7pm, every Sunday evenings.

Juvenile Academy

U5’s: A great turnout of boys and girls enjoyed the last day of football on Sunday.

There was music, fun games and all finished off with “sharks and fishes”.

All the players received a medal, certificate and goodie bag as reward for their efforts.

I would like to thank the coaches Rosalie, Mike and Ruth for their support and commitment all year.

Also thank you to the parents and children for turning up every week and making this so enjoyable, we look forward to seeing you all next year.

St Pats Abu!

U7’s:  There was another great turn out of our boys and girls for the last training session of the year. All the boys and girls enjoyed the session which involved a lot of fun and games and each child got a goodie bag and were awarded certificates. Thanks to all the kids for their dedication and to their parents and guardians for bringing them every week. A huge thanks to all our coaches who have helped out throughout the course of the year.

U8&10 Girls: The sun shone for a fun filled morning to finish out our season. Kieran & Labhraidh manned the under 8s & Fiona & Nigel for the under 10s. The girls were competing in fun games for their choice of girly treats & sweets from the squad goodie box. We played penalty shootouts, high catch, wheelbarrow races, solo races & running bounce races… lots of squeals of fun & laughter! We finished with obstacle course races and tug of war so competitive that the photographer had to join in!!

Very well done to all the girls this season.. it’s been a huge success to see the girls enjoying training together, making new friends and developing a love for sport together.. that’s what makes it all worthwhile!!!

Thanks so much to the parents for the overwhelming amount of baking & goodies! Very much appreciated.

We will be looking for help at all ages of our girls structure going forwards…don’t be afraid to come forward & join in the fun!! New girls very welcome next year both local & from town. The future is bright at St Pats!

U9-11’s: Our Academy’s football season concluded this week on a beautiful Sunday morning in Blennerville. We were blessed with perfect conditions for the final games of our Parish league and the Cup and Shield Finals.

It was a huge event at a packed ground and our young stars served up the football to match. West took on Dingle Way for a place in the final in a close contest. Dingle Way were missing their top scorer AJ Turner this week, and indeed West started stronger with early goal chances for Rylan Flynn and Cillian Enright.

However, they found it hard to beat Eddie Hayes in goal, while James Daly and Flynn Howarth were on hand to clear their lines. Dingle Way then went into the lead through scores from Darragh Sheehan and Darragh Flahive.

It was then the turn of Gearóid Hingston to shine in goals, making a string of great saves to inspire a fight back. Rylan Flynn and Cillian Enright put West back in front before Stephen Enright and Jace Flynn scored from midfield to secure the result and their place in the Cup final.

In the other game Windmill, who had already qualified for the final, took on Bridge. The Bridge team welcomed the return of Noah Flynn, Rian Flynn, Dee Hanly and Ethan Lacey this week and they combined well to get scores for their team.

The Windmill side defended bravely through Charlie Sharp, Ben Walsh and the returning Sean and Aidan Berry. James O’Riordan and Cian O’Regan was superb in front of goal and in midfield Hugh and Tommy Costello gave Windmill the edge they needed to win out the game. Before our finals, our players lined up for the National Anthem and it lifted both sets of teams before going into battle!

In the Shield Final Bridge took on Dingle Way and put on a great display of football for the spectators. Darragh Flahive and Darragh Sheehan again combined well for Dingle Way, scoring some fine goals and points. They were well supported by Isaac Hayes and Thomas Colivet, who scored a great point from distance.

For Bridge, Sam Smith, Bruce McMillan, Dylan Murphy, Dee Hanly and Paddy Flynn defended brilliantly. Bridge created their best scores through Oscar Curran, Tiarnán Scanlon, Rian Flynn, Noah Flynn, and Ethan Lacey to just edge out a close contest and take home the Shield trophy.

Congratulations to Bridge, our Parish Shield winners for 2021, Very well done to Darragh Flahive who was the Man of the match and had a great tournament. A special mention to Tiarnán Scanlon who captained the winning side in his last game for St Pats. The Scanlon family relocated recently, we are very sad to see them leave, and they are always welcome to return to our club.

In the Cup final, West and Windmill returned to battle it out once more. It was a fierce contest as expected. Fionn Sharp commanded the goals for Windmill and Thomas Higgins, Ben Walsh, Sean Berry and Cian O’Regan put in strong performances. For West, Seamus Hingston Luke Galvin, Jayden Sinnott and Dylan Passway defended bravely and got better with every game. Jake Kelly and Jace Flynn excelled in defence and played some great passes into Rylan and Cillian who were sharp in front of goal.

Gearóid was once again superb in goal, saved brilliantly in the corner more than once, to keep West in the game and earn the Man of the Match award. However, Windmill grew stronger as the game went on and West tired. Sean and Aidan Berry were strong additions to the teams defence this week. Tommy and Hugh Costello showed fantastic athleticism, determination and skill to keep running at the West defence and they eventually wore them down.

They linked well together and with Cian O’Regan to kick the key scores to lead Windmill to victory. Congratulations to Windmill, our Parish Cup winners for 2021. We had a presentation ceremony for all our awards at the end, conducted by Juvenile chairman, Joe Costello, with the awards presented by Dave O’Callaghan, followed by awarding of our Academy Certificates. Our Player of the tournament award went to Darragh Sheehan who showed skill and game awareness beyond his years, a deserving winner.

Our top Scorer of the tournament award went to Rylan Flynn who showed a great eye for goal and never gave up, well done Rylan. We had drinks and home baking kindly provided by parents on the day. Thank you to Joe Costello and Marie Fitzgibbon for organising the Parish League and prizes, it was superbly organised and a great occasion that brought the best out of our players.

Thanks also to all our u9 and u11 coaches who have given their time over the year to help develop our young St Pats stars. We are taking a well-earned break now and will return early in 2022. We are looking forward to next season already.

U12 Girls: Our u12’s had a very busy week last week. We started off the week on Monday with a challenge game away to a much stronger Na Gaeil team. Our girls were up against a much more physical team but they never gave up and tried their best until the end.

On Thursday evening there was fierce excitement at St. Pats field where our girls were in their first final against Kerins O Rahillys. This was a huge experience for these young girls and once again they gave it 100% but unfortunately it was Kerins O Rahillys day and they narrowly beat us by 2 points.

It was a very tight game and it was great to see so many supporters coming out to cheer on the girls. Each player from number 1 to 15 played their hearts out. Aimee Turner played outstanding in goals making some super saves and her kick outs found her red and white team mates each time.

Tara Dowling, Aoife Kennedy, Katelyn Laide, Sarah Greaney, Rihanna O Brien and Eve O Sullivan were tenacious in defence and kept Kerins O Rahillys out time and time again. This great defence built the platform for midfield of Lainey Costello and Lily Breen to deliver great ball into our forwards, Grace Costello, Alannah O Mahoney, Niamh Murphy, Emma Lacey, Saorlaith Costello and Kaela Reidy.

They all got on the ball and with great team work we saw some lovely scores. Jessica Lacey and Ailbhe Hennessy were both introduced to the game and made a big impact when they came on. It was a very exciting game to watch and everybody was so proud of the girls on the night.

On Sunday morning we finished off our season with a fun day. The girls got the chance to take penalties on their coaches and needless to say the girls came out on top. They did lots of races and obstacle courses and every girl went home with a prize from the goodie box. It was great to hear the girls laughing and having fun together and it just showed us that football isn’t all about winning, it’s about having fun.

U13’s: The curtain came down our season on Thursday last when Ardfert defeated us in the semi-final of the Tralee & St Brendans league.

Thanks to all players who acquitted themselves so well during the year and we look forward with optimism to 2022.

Seniors

Kerry Petroleum Junior Premier Relegation Final

St Pats 0-09 Finuge 0-06

St Pats overcame a very resilient Finuge team last Saturday afternoon in Mountcoal to retain Junior Premier status for next year.

Playing under challenging conditions, both teams shared early possession and it took a David O’Callaghan effort from about 40 meters to break the deadlock after 2 minutes. Finuge’s Niall Cullen levelled matters later on to leave the match a point apiece going into the first water break. Kieran Hurley put us ahead on 19 minutes with a left footed effort after some fancy ballwork.

The intensity in our game went down a few pegs with our players committing too many unforced errors, one of which led to Finuge levelling for the second time through Shane Conway. We rallied and scored 3 straight points through Luke Mulligan from a tight angle, a Kieran Hurley free and Fergal O’Brien converting from a mark very late in the half. Finuge’s Pat Corridan scored from play very late on to leave half time scores at 0-5 to 0-3 in our favour.

We made a lightening start in the second half with Brendan Poff converting very early which was quickly followed by another from Liam O’Sullivan almost from the from the sideline to put a 4point gap between the teams.

Finuge tried to make amends and committed players forward but our defence line stood strong with Tommy Lynch stopping a goal bound effort from Jason Wallace. Liam O’Sullivan added 2 more points including another long-range point to leave us 5 ahead with only 14 minutes played.

Once again, our momentum lapsed and the opposition enjoyed plenty of possession scoring 2 points including a free to lave 3 points between both teams with 3 minutes of normal time to be played.

Very late in the game, Finuge gave one last push and sent in a ball which resulted in a goal mouth scramble in which Paudie Bailey was adjudged to have committed a foul which resulted in a penalty to Finuge. Once again, the ever-reliable Paudie came to the rescue of the team when he saved the penalty taken by Declan McCarthy deep into injury time as we closed out the game on a score line of 0-9 to 0-6.

Team: Paudie Bailey, Joe O’Connor, Conor Moore, Dylan Griffin, Tommy Lynch, Luke Mulligan, Niall McCarthy, Liam Poff, Liam O’Sullivan, Gary Savage (captain), Brendan Poff, Fergal O’Brien, David O’Callaghan, Kieran Hurley, Breandán Savage.

Used Subs: Brian Murphy for Dylan Griffin, Shane Jordan for Breandán Savage, Eoin Greaney for Joe O’Connor and Cormac Lynch for David O’Callaghan

Management Team:

Manager: Liam Poff

Coach: Eoin Sayers, Fitness Coach: Jordan Conway

Selectors: Kieran O’Shea and John Fitzgerald

Statistician: Cathal Heaslip

Minor County Championship

Hard luck to the St Brendan’s Board Minors who were defeated by North Kerry last Saturday afternoon in Brosna in the quarter-finals of the Keane’s SuperValu MCC on a scoreline of 1-14 to 1-09 points. They are now out of the competition for the year.

Lee Strand Milk County U15 Football Championship

Hard luck to the St Brendan’s Board U15 team who were defeated by local rivals, Tralee District last Sunday afternoon in Churchill in round 1 of the Lee Strand Milk County U15 Football Championship on a scoreline of 2-16 to 3-08 points. This loss means they now progress to the Shield Competition. This will be against Kenmare with match details TBC. St Pats are represented by Joe Costello (selector), Thomas Sheehy, Ben Sharp and Zach Howarth (players).

Congratulations

Congratulations to Paddy and Sadie O’Sullivan who celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary recently.

Also to Jim and Noreen Moriarty who celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary recently.

Sympathy

The club would like to remember our former chairman, the late Mossie Brosnan who passed away 20 years ago.

Ballymacelligott GAA Club News

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Young Ballymac Players enjoying the last day of the Academy on Sunday 17th October. All players were presented with medals by our Senior Captains Úna Kerins and Daniel O’Shea.

Senior Ladies

Good luck to our Senior Ladies and their management team who play Rathmore B in the County final on Sunday 24th. Venue and time to be confirmed.

Minor Football Championship S/Finals
Best wishes to the St Kieran’s Minor team and Management in The County Semi Final on Saturday next at 3pm. They play North Kerry. Venue TBC

Thank you

Milé Buíochas to the Ardfert & Laune Rangers supporters for their support of our lotto on Saturday last at the Intermediate Club Relegation S/Finals is on in Ballymac. It was nice to welcome  both teams and  their  supporters to our club.

Coiste na nÓg.

Academy:

Our academy superstars finished up their season of training with two very high paced, high scoring, high passing games of football. Who would have thought this group of just turned 4 to 6 year olds would have learned so much over the last six months! They’re a credit to all their families and it’s been put absolute pleasure to spend our Sunday mornings with them.

It’s a farewell to some of our older kids who’ve acted as deputy coaches this year. They’ll be missed but we know they’ll do brilliantly with the U7s next year.

And to all our other players, keep up the practicing and we can’t wait to see you back in the Spring.

Thanks to our two club captains Una Kerins and Daniel O’Shea for presenting our academy kids with their medals on their last session of the year on Sunday last, in glorious sunshine. Both Úna and Daniel are two great role models for our young players.

A special mention also to our Coaching Officer Stephen O’Brien who has worked tirelessly all year – co-ordinating, planning and ensuring that each child gets a chance to play.

To our team of Academy coaches, thanks for a great season and for your hard your work with the kids. All that dedicated work week in week out is showing in the improvements in skill levels and they are all improving no end. Without your help and guidance our Ballymac kids would not be flourishing the way they have been over the last number of years. Thanks to each groups nominated Co-Ordinator for all the news up- dates from each age group every week.

Thanks also to Joanne Long for her help with shop and organising all the special treats for the kids.  Thanks to Oonagh O’Rahilly for her help and all the fabulous videos of the Academy all year. Many Thanks to Paula Silles for all for photos she has taken.

Thanks to our Coiste na nÓg Chairman and Secretary Ger Collins for all the work all year and to Sean Hennessy, Declan and Stephen for the organisation of the presentation on Sunday last.

We wish to say a special Thank You to all our parents, guardians and grandparents who have brought the children to the Academy every Sunday morning. Thank you for taking part and supporting Ballymacelligott GAA  and being part of our Sunday morning community.

We are already looking forward to being back again on our pitches early in the new year. Ar scáth a chéile a mhaireann na daoine

U13

Our u13 boys were involved in another thrilling encounter earlier on Sunday last 17th October  when they played Ardfert in the Division 2 Final of the Tralee/St Brendan’s League.

Throughout the game, there was very little between the team’s: level at half time, second water break, and at full time on a scoreline Ballymac 3-8 Ardfert 1-14.

Extra time continued in the same trend as both sides gave it their all with both sets of supporters getting behind their teams.

When the final whistle was blown it was certainly a case of a draw being a fair result as neither side deserved to lose at the end of a fantastic game of football.

Final score Ballymac 3-12 Ardfert 1-18.

The replay is not to be missed!

We will keep you updated on the date and venue …

Ballymac GAA Club Shop: The Ideal place to shop for Christmas

All our Club Gear is available on our on-line Club shop. The link to the club shop is on our web site and our Social media pages: Supporting our shop, supports our teams.

Wearing our Club Gear shows your affection & Loyalty to Ballymac GAA!

It is the ideal Xmas present…for your loved ones at home and abroad.

Play Ball: Lotto Results from Monday 11h October 2021

The Play Ball Lotto Draw took place last Monday night at the slighter later time of 7.30 pm. The numbers drawn by Sean Hennessy and Maureen O’Shea were: 4, 5, 7,& 20.

There was no winner of the Jackpot of €11,200.00.

Congratulations to the following lucky dip winners:

1. Eileen Mansfield wins a ticket worth €100.00 for the Kerry GAA House Raffle.

2. Ann Horgan wins €20.00

3. The following win a Random Quick Pick worth €5.00 for next week’s Jackpot of €11,300.00: Larry Keane, Julie Quirke, and Emer Hogan.

Congratulations to you all!

A sincere Thank You to everyone for your support of our Lotto. We really appreciate it.

Next week’s Jackpot is €11,3 00.00. Log on here now to play Play Ball Lotto for next Monday nights Jackpot of €11, 300.00

Tickets can be purchased from any of our sellers who are now selling from the clubforce mobile phone app.

Our nominated seller this week is Paula Silles and if you wish to contact Paula Silles, she will be delighted to assist you.

Sympathy.

We extend our deepest sympathies to Thomas Galvin and family of Parkearagh on the death of Eileen Galvin . We also extend our sympathies to the wider Galvin and Fitzgerald families.  Eileen’s three sons Stephen, Liam and Justin  played with our club and her grandchildren Grainne and Diarmuid currently play with our club. May Eileen Rest in Peace.

We extend our sympathies to Tom O’Sullivan and all the O’Sullivan family on the death of his father Tim of Bedford, Listowel. Tom was an underage coach with our club for many years and is also a member of our Scór Group. May Tim Rest in peace.

New Plan To Support Economic Recovery In Kerry

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Launching the new Kerry Economic Recovery Plan on Monday were staff and management of Kerry County Council: Moira Murrell (Chief Executive), Bridget Fitzgerald (Economic Development Officer), Tomás Hayes (Kerry Local Enterprise Office), Helen O’Connor-Barry (Economic Development Unit), John Griffin (Tourism Officer), Mike Scannell (Director of Economic Development), Cllr Jimmy Moloney (Cathaoirleach) Photo By : Domnick Walsh © Eye Focus LTD

KERRY County Council has published an Economic Recovery Plan to help support and guide the county through the challenges of the next phase of the COVID-19 pandemic and to help stimulate and support economic recovery and activity in the county.

The plan is a multi-stakeholder response to the impact that COVID-19 has had on the Kerry economy, and reflects the significant capital and programme investment that is committed from national and local government towards the delivery of strategic capital infrastructural projects to support the economic recovery in the county.

It is a comprehensive plan with some 189 actions.  Among its key objectives/targets are:

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• To rollout a significant programme to support the reopening of business in the county from targeted marking campaigns promoting Kerry as a leading destination for business, tourism, investment, and study to investments in outdoor dining and performance spaces throughout the county.
• To deliver energy efficiency retrofitting upgrades to local authority housing stock, and public lighting, as well as the continued ‘greening’ of public buildings.
• To provide resilience to the impacts of climate change, for example, through the development and implementation of a Climate Action Plan. To support local enterprises in the areas of research, technology and green innovations that work towards a carbon-neutral circular economy.
• To work in partnership with key stakeholders to retain, promote, and drive Kerry’s position as a premier international tourism destination, with a focus on developing green and sustainable tourism.
• To deliver green tourism infrastructure in the county, including greenways, walkways and the implementation of new and existing Visitor Destination Development Plans.
• To support businesses on their digital journey and deliver research, upskilling and reskilling to match new opportunities in this space.
• To support the continued rollout of the National Broadband Plan and to facilitate remote working infrastructure throughout the county.
• To reimagine and reinvest in town and village centres to meet the challenge of physical decline and dereliction and to invest in enabling infrastructure that will provide certainty for future sustainable growth.
• To deliver the National Housing Programme and associated targets in Kerry and the emerging opportunities under ‘Housing for All.’
• To work locally and regionally with state agencies, including IDA Ireland, Enterprise Ireland, and the third level institutions to coordinate economic development and promotion of the county and region to potential investors, including the promotion of Kerry for remote/blended working and second site opportunities.
• To deliver a suite of funding supports through feasibility, business priming and business expansion grants and support access to additional credit schemes such as Microfinance Ireland.
• To provide undergraduate programmes to meet skills needs of the Region and create an educated and work-ready workforce through the Munster Technological University and Kerry Education and Training Board.  To deliver excellence in learning and development for the Agritech Sector through the Agritech Centre of Excellence (ACE).
• To enhance regional accessibility and improve connectivity within the county in terms of the road, rail and public transport network, together with cycleway and pedestrian facilities.

The Plan focuses on a number of key themes including Digital Transformation, the Transition to a Low Carbon Economy, building on Kerry’s natural resources and the necessary training and education to support these structural changes.

The Plan also concentrates on the challenges of regenerating towns and villages, the overall marketing of the county in relation to attracting investment, talent and visitors and the development of tourism, culture, heritage and amenities to support the quality of life in the county both for its resident and visiting populations.

There will be a continued support of existing business in the efficient delivery of National Schemes and the prioritisation of local supports in training, mentoring, supporting the transition to online trading and lean programmes and assisting the National Pathways to Work Programme 2021-2025.

Launching the report, the Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council, Jimmy Moloney said: ‘The pandemic has been an unprecedented economic challenge for the county. The key sectors in Kerry are tourism, wholesale, retail, agriculture, manufacturing, and local services which towns, smaller settlements and their hinterlands rely on to generate economic activity – all of which have been impacted by the pandemic. As we approach a fuller reopening the economy, it is important that we have this recovery plan in place that clearly sets out a roadmap for economic investment and sustainability in the years ahead.

The Chief Executive of Kerry County Council, Moira Murrell said: ‘At the beginning of the pandemic, the public and private sectors in Kerry, building on existing collaborations, recognised the need for a coordinated response to support the economic recovery of the county. Chaired by Kerry County Council, the Kerry Economic Stakeholder Forum was convened in April 2020 to support the economic recovery of the county. This interagency forum, in consultation with key stakeholders, has developed this Economic Recovery Plan for the county.

‘It is a short-medium term economic recovery plan which includes immediate COVID-19 targeted response measures and medium to longer term economic recovery measures, intended to support, stimulate and strengthen our economy and aligned with national and regional policy.  The actions and investment proposed under the ten pillars included in the plan are designed to stimulate vibrancy in our towns and villages, support the sustainable growth of our key economic sectors and the future-proofing of our economy and environment.’

Ms Murrell thanked the many stakeholders and those who contributed to the Plan, particularly the members of the Kerry Economic Stakeholder Forum as well as the Munster Technological University, Kerry Education and Training Board, Kerry SciTech, Kerry Tourism Industry Federation and the Kerry Chamber Network.

Milltown/Castlemaine GAA Club News

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Lotto:

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Next Draw

Our next draw is tomorrow (Monday, October 4th 2021) where the jackpot will be €12,600.

BAILE AN MHUILINN – CAISLEÁN NA MAINGE ABU.

Get your weekly tickets from all usual outlets or online with Clubforce, sign up for your annual ticket online also with Clubforce.

Mile búiochas do gach duine for playing Milltown/Castlemaine Clubs Fortnightly Fundraiser, the money raised is vital to the day to day running of our club and your support is sincerely appreciated.

News Update:

Mid Kerry U15’s:

Well done to the Mid Kerry U15 side who got a great win 5-12 to 1-09 after traveling to play South Kerry in the U15 today in the County Championship this morning

Well done on a fantastic performance to the whole Mid Kerry Team and especially to our Milltown/Castlemaine players Dara Hogan, Cian O Brien, Tristan Jasinski  Damien O Connor, Liam O Dowd, Eoghan Bolger, Aaron Dinham and Gearoid Quirke and to our coaching officer Ian Twiss who is part of the management team.

Kerry Mental Health and Well-Being Fest:

A big thank you to everyone that was involved in the ‘Happy Hour Walking’ at our club last week to raise awareness for Kerry Mental Health and Well-Being Fest. Thank you sincerely to all who helped look after our walkers all week and to everyone who gave such delicious treats & home baking.

The week began on Saturday the 9th and with each night over the following 7 the crowds grew and grew. It was wonderful to see so many walkers around our clubs brand new Walking Track and to see people gathering to enjoy a chat afterwards in our social area. Throughout the week it was great to see old friends meeting up and people meeting for the first time from all over our community. Thank you to everyone who came and walked and again to everyone that helped out throughout the week.

Thank you also to our walkway sponsors Mid Kerry Veterinary Centre and our social corner sponsors Foleys Spar, Milltown.

Club Fixtures:

Further fixture to be updates as they are annouced:

Sunday:

16.00: U13 V Keel / Listry (A) Mid Kerry

(Stay tuned to our social media pages and Clubforce for any additions or changes to the above fixtures)

Coiste na nÓg News:

 

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This Week in the Coiste na nÓg:

Well done to our U10 Girls team who received medals on Thursday evening for their hard work and the fantastic skills they showed throughout the year. Well done to James Daly and his fantastic team of coaches for their hard work in coaching this talents group of girls throughout the year.

Well done to our U9 Boys who welcomed Listry on Thursday evening and both teams played some fantastic football showing the skills they had learned all year.

On Sunday afternoon our U13 side faced Beaufort in an enthralling encounter that had all the action, finally ending with a share of the spoils. The match was end to end and very exciting the final score Milltown/Castlemaine 4-08 v 2-14 Beaufort. Next up for the U13s Keel/Listry next Sunday.

U9 Blitz

And well done to the U9 Boys also for their wonderful performances on what was a fantastic day for the club at the U9 Blitz on Saturday. Our club had the pleasure to host five visiting teams, St Josephs Doors Barefield from Co Clare, Castlehaven from West Cork, Adare from Co Limerick and fellow Kerry sides Killcummin and Austin Stacks. The visiting teams along with our own fantastic U9 Teams produced a carnival of football showing the future of football in Munster is very bright indeed. A great deal of thanks must go to Paul Twiss, Liam Doherty and everyone who helped on the day. The main organiser of the event Paul Twiss knitted the event together superbly and Paul wanted to say a few words of thanks for everyone who helped out on the day.

On behalf of the Under 9 management team we would like to thank the following people. Without them the running of the blitz would not have been possible.

Thanks to Mike Murphy for the ground maintenance on the day.

To Paud Hogan & all the Stewards who organised the parking, thank you.

Thanks to the Killorglin Pipe band who paraded the teams onto the field and played the  national Anthem. It made it a very special occasion.

Thanks to all the referees who volunteered their time and expertise.

Thanks to Suzy Doherty for organising the lotto and those that helped her throughout the day.

Thanks  to Ann Hogan for running the shop and all the parents who helped run the socialation area for the day..

We would like to thank Almas & The Noble Grill for supplying all the kids food at the end.

Thanks to Helen in Griffin’s Bar  for supplying the Sandwiches for the parents.

Thanks to Oliver Kirwan for supplying the communications equipment.

A big thanks to all the teams that  came from near and far to the blitz, and to their managers and coaches who were so easy to work with in the weeks before the event….and on the day. To all the parents of milltown / castlemaine u 9 boys, thanks for doing the home baking for the  party.

A special thanks to all the coaches in preparing the kids,  and for all their hard work throughout the week leading up to the blitz and on the day.

Our apologies if we have forgotten anyone, there were so many that helped on the day, we thank you all…

In appreciation

Paul / Liam.

Senior Team:

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Minor:

The very best of luck to the Mid Kerry Minors and their management team who have been drawn to play St Kierans in the Minor County Championship next Saturday at 3pm after the Mid Kerry side topped their group. Best wishes to our club players Conor Spillane, Shane O Connor, Jack Teahan, Brendan Casey, Dara Hogan, Liam Roche, Ben Downes and Oisin Spring and to their coaches Cathal Moriarty and Mike Burke who are part of the management team.

Senior:

A big thank you to the senior players for coming down to support our U9 players at their blitz on Saturday and also to the players who refereed the matches.

Tralee Parnells GAA Club News

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U7 Boys and Girls

Our under 7 boys and girls travelled to Firies grounds on Saturday morning to battle it out in a blitz against teams from across the County.

Parnells fielded two teams, each showing great skill and ended the last games of the season in a united front against their opponents.

They clashed hurls with Abbeydorney, Ardfert, Firies & St. Pats and it was fantastic to have so many players in attendance. The training and practice throughout the year has paid off and Parnells put on a great display for all who travelled to support them.

Thank you to the parents for ensuring that the club was so well represented. Thank you also to Firies for hosting and to the County Board for organising and providing the goodie bags.

And finally, a special thanks to the coaches and parents who went the extra mile and stepped forward this week when asked. A team is only as good as it’s right-hand members. Thank you all.

U9 Hurling
A big shout out and thank you to our U9 boys who recently raised 150 euro for our Run4Pieta fundraiser.  Well done boys.

U12 Camogie

Tralee Parnells U12 Blue Team who won the Div 1 Camogie Final

What a week for our girls at under 12.  The Blue team made history on Wednesday night in Caherslee when they became the first Parnells team to win the division 1 cup in the county league defeating a strong CillArd team.

Our Blue team were undefeated in the league campaign and have shown real determination in all their games.

Not to be outdone by their team-mates the Amber team displayed their battling spirit and great attitude on Saturday when they also were victorious against CillArd in the division 2 shield final.

Tralee Panells U12 Amber Team who won the Div 2 Camogie Final

Congratulations to both teams and well done to the coaches and management.  The coaches and management are very proud of these girls and delighted with the progress made.

What a way to finish the season.  We hope that this is the first of many successes for these girls.  Congratulations again girls and we wish the best of luck to those who are moving up to U14.

Tralee Parnells U12 Blue Team who won the Div 1 Camogie Final

Gardaí Investigate Three Burglaries In Tralee Over Weekend

 

 

GARDAI in Tralee are investigating three burglaries in town at the weekend.

On Saturday, October 16 between 12noon and 7pm, a house was entered in the Glencairn estate in Caherslee.

The owners were out at the time and the house was ransacked. Gardai are appealing to anyone living in the estate that saw anything suspicious or motorists passing through in a car with a dashcam, to contact Tralee Garda Station.

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On Sunday, October 17 between 10.30am and 2pm a house was entered and ransacked at the Oakview Estate. Also, between 4pm on Saturday and the same time on Sunday, a house was entered in the Cluain  Dara area of Oakpark.

It’s believed the person entered through a skylight window on the roof. Gardaí believe the burglaries could be connected. Again, any information on the burglaries would be appreciated by the Gardaí. Call them on 066-7102300.

PHOTOS/REPORT: Young Guns Fire For Warriors As They Edge Out Moycullen In A Thriller

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Nikola Roso battles under the board. Photo: Liam Ryan

Alan Cantwell reports on Garveys Tralee Warriors InsureMyVan.ie Men’s Super League 2021/2022 – Round 2 game against Moycullen in Galway yesterday…

Moycullen 81

Garvey’s Tralee Warriors 84

Garvey’s Tralee Warriors consolidated their season opening win against Team 360 Financial Killorglin with a thrilling 84-81 win over Moycullen at the Kingfisher Arena in NUIG on Sunday afternoon.

A game high 31 points for point guard Aaron Calixte allied to outstanding Super League debut displays by James Fernane and Steven Bowler laid the foundation for the valuable road win for the Warriors.

John Dowling’s charges travelled to Galway without the services of Eoin Quigley through injury, Kieran Donaghy who was helping Austin Stacks win the Club Championship and a number of players who were observing Covid protocols, but the game provided an opportunity for the Warriors to introduce new American Brandon Cotton and to allow some of the younger members of the squad to step up to Super League duty.

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The sides went score for score in the opening quarter with Aaron Calixte impressively firing in 10 early points to negate scores from Josh Marvesley, Grant Olsen and Joe Tummon for the hosts.

Olsen fired in another couple of threes to push the home side ahead but a three from Calixte and James Fernane’s first score in Super League had the Warriors on level terms.

Fergal O’Sullivan helped himself to four free throws either side of a trademark major score before Warriors new recruit Brandon Cotton opened his account and despite a double from Marvesley, the visitors led 27-24 at quarter time.

Brandon Cotton lays up against all the odds Photo: Liam Ryan

Cotton was on the mark again twice early in the second and helped push the Warriors into an 8-point lead. Marco Babic replied for Moycullen but Nikola Roso fired in two from the line to keep the Warriors lead intact.

Calixte then produced a sensational scoring spree for the visitors and by the half time break had added 12 points to the Warriors tally.

A hat trick of threes from Tummon, Mark Bree and Kyle Cunningham kept Moycullen in touch before a late score from Marvesley kept single figures between the sides at long break with the Warriors ahead by 47-38.

Aaron Calixte takes off to score over Grant Olsen Photo: Liam Ryan

Moycullen stormed back into the contest early in the third and threes from Olsen and scores from Bree and Olsen again wiped out the Warriors half time advantage.

However Roso and O’Sullivan arced in two threes to restore a lead of 59-54 at the midway point in the quarter. Calixte continued to torment the Moycullen defence and drove his way to the board for back to back scores and another cracking three pointer from O’Sullivan kept the pressure on the hosts.

Joe Tummon and Kyle Cunningham combined to cut the gap before Cotton and a three from Steven Bowler saw the Warriors lead 71-64 at three quarter time.

In a dramatic final quarter Cunningham cut the gap early on before O’Sullivan got an open look at the basket and fired in from beyond the arc.

Two scores from Tummon halved the Warriors lead and when Cunningham was again on target the gap was down to two. Fernane found his range again with a super score from distance before Cunningham replied in kind and when Olsen added the gap was down to just a single point.

Fergal O’Sullivan fires in another three Photo: Liam Ryan

Steven Bowler stepped up to fire in the vital score for the Warriors at the death before Calixte capped a terrific individual performance with two free throws to seal the 84-81 win.

Top scorers: Moycullen: Grant Olsen 22, Joe Tummon 21, Josh Marvesley 14

Garvey’s Tralee Warriors: Aaron Calixte 31, Fergal O’Sullivan 17, James Fernane 10

• Next up for the Garvey’s Tralee Warriors is a home tie with C&S Neptune at the Tralee Sports Complex on Saturday night next, 23rd October, with a 7.30pm tip off.

Work To Begin On Connecting Ardfert To Central Regional Water Supply

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Cllr Deirdre Ferris.

SINN Féin Cllr Deirdre Ferris has been informed by Kerry County Council’s Director of Services, John Breen, that work to connect Ardfert to the central regional water supply will begin at the end of October.

The announcement was made at this morning’s meeting of Kerry County Council after Cllr Ferris demanded action by Council management to address the ongoing problems with the water supply and flooding in the village.

This followed another burst in the mains this morning. Welcoming the announcement, Cllr Ferris said; “The community of Ardfert, a bit like their water infrastructure, have reached breaking point with the constant interruptions to their water supply, so this morning’s announcement from the Director of Services is most welcome.

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“My demand on council management for action on the perennial problems with Ardfert’s water supply was made on behalf of a frustrated community, who have had to put up with this situation for far too long. I also asked that they, in conjunction with Irish water, come up with a plan to finally deal with flooding in the village, which has been going on for 40 years.

“The connection to the central supply will finally make the ancient and leaky water pipes redundant and the people of Ardfert can now look forward to a water service that most people take for granted.

“I will be working with the council over the coming period to try and make sure that the 5 month expected finishing date is met,” added Cllr Ferris.

Here’s What Judges Said About Tralee In Latest IBAL Report

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TRALEE is deemed Clean To European Norms in the latest Irish Business Against Litter (IBAL) report by An Taisce released this morning.

Tralee came in 23rd place out of the 40 towns and cities assessed, down from 17th in the January results. Killarney fell from 2nd to 22nd in the league.

The report stated it was a solid performance by Tralee with no seriously littered sites. They aid a “miscellaneous site on Mitchel Street” which was heavily littered last year has since been boarded up and fared somewhat better but was still somewhat littered.

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Tralee Town Park was described as  “a lovely environment, with so many different aspects and features within, all in very good order. Work continues along The Mall, but this didn’t impact in any negative way on the litter situation.”

Here’s what the judges said about various areas around town…

Prince’s Street Car Park: Grade A. Great care has been taken with the presentation of this car park, enhanced by plenty of colourful planting, seating and trees. It was a very clean site.

Tralee Town Park: Grade A. A wonderful town park environment with many different elements and features e.g., rose garden, community garden, garden for the senses, playground, walking trails etc. It has been very well cared for and respected by the users. It was exceptionally clean and fresh throughout.

L2010 Ballyard Road: GradeA. An exceptionally freshly presented route with roadsurface, markings and signage in very good order. Tree planting and pedestrian pathways were well maintained.

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The Mall: Grade A. Work continues apace at this town centre site, but this didn’t impact in any negative way on the litter situation. Paving, seating, bicycle parking, street bins, planting, bollards etc. were all in excellent order. Despite plenty of ‘outdoor dining’, there was a virtual absence of litter throughout The Mall.

Milk Market Lane: Grade B. Some parts of this laneway were definitely fresher in terms of painting and presentation. Other stretches had broken pavement, graffiti, derelict premises and food related litter, with heavy levels of cigarette butts.

Clothing Bank, SuperValu Car Park: Grade B. A more thorough approach to cleaning is required to tackle this clothing bank. Items had been stuffed beneath and to the side of the clothing units.

R556 Approach Road: Grade B. A variety of food related litter items were scattered about but the overall impression at a couple of isolated areas was poor e.g., at a derelict house behind a steel barrier and the temporary plastic road fencing which lay on the ground – both of these areas were littered.

Clash Industrial Estate: Grade B. Most of the individual premises were fine with regard to litter but it was the communal grass areas, especially between the fence and the business which were littered. As well as the usual food related items there were plastic ties on poles. There was an abundance of signage relating to businesses within the industrial estate.

Derelict site on Mitchel Street: Grade B. This was a very poor site when last included in IBAL litter survey in 2020. It has since been boarded up (works taking place) and while this presented well, there was a definite litter presence along the base of the boarding.

R875: Grade B. A striking sculpture dominates Clashlehane Roundabout and the surrounding area was generally well presented and maintained. Main litter items included coffee cups, cans, sweet papers and plastic ties on poles.

Kerry International Film Festival Announces Award Winners

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KERRY International Film Festival (KIFF) celebrated its 22nd Edition over this past weekend.

This year KIFF presented a blended festival that included 15 physical events and 30 online screenings and the KIFF team was overwhelmed with the level of interest and support they received over the four days of the festival.

Speaking about the success of KIFF 2021, Director Eibh Collins said: ‘We are overjoyed to have been able to return to Killarney and Tralee with KIFF this year through our hybrid (online and physical) festival. It has been terrific to see filmmakers, audiences from Kerry, Ireland and even further afield, sponsors, and local businesses coming together to support the festival and to celebrate the power of cinema to connect people, either virtually or in person.’

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The KIFF 2021 Awards Ceremony took place on Sunday, 16 October in J.M. Reidy’s Killarney. The ceremony celebrated all aspects of film making and the awards were presented to a number of outstanding film makers, directors, script writers and producers.

And the winners were….

BEST INTERNATIONAL NARRATIVE SHORT – Habit

Director, Kevin W. Koehler

Producer Jeff Kopchia, Matt Dooley, Nathan Scherrer, Jonathan Craven, Ben Piety, Kim Koehler

BEST IRISH NARRATIVE SHORT – Debutante

Director & Producer Kamila Dydyna

BEST DOCUMENTARY SHORT – Best Foot Forward

Director, Seán Hart

Producer, Bill McHugh and Seán Hart

BEST STUDENT SHORT supported by SCREEN IRELAND – Another Day in 98

Director, Timotej Baca

Producer, Jan Jakub Osiński & Ashling Sugrue

BEST ORIGINAL SCORE – The Passion

Director, Mia Mullarkey

Producer, Roisin Geraghty

Composer Anna Mullarkey

BEST OF KERRY – Harvest

Director, Tristan Heanue

Producer, Ronan Cassidy

BEST ANIMATION – Nightlink

Director, Aidan O’Sullivan

Producer, Greg Connolly

BEST NARRATIVE FEATURE – Who We Love

Director, Graham Cantwell

Producer, Edwina Forkin, Graham Cantwell & Alan Fitzpatrick

BEST DOCUMENTARY FEATURE – Only I Can Hear

Director, Itaru Matsui

Producer, Mayu Hirano, Kengo Toyoda, Paul Cadieu & Nancy Guerin

SCREENWRITING AWARD – BEST SCRIPT — Sam Killian for SO LONG, DOG.

Special mention for former KIFF Script winner Cathriona Slammon for STORK.

TRUA AWARD – Producer Zlata Filipovic

TAKING FLIGHT AWARD – Introducing our new Rising Talent category, the TAKING FLIGHT AWARD proudly supported by Kerry Airport – Writer/Director Katie McNeice

MAUREEN O’ HARA AWARD – Kathleen Kennedy

Tralee Tidy Towns To Host Sustainability And Biodiversity Webinars

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Launching the Tralee Tidy Towns series of webinars at Tralee Bay Wetlands on Friday were Anne Marie Fuller, Caroline Toal PPN, Alan Balfe of Tralee Bay Wetlands, Breda Moriarty, Martha Farrell and Ed Carty. Photo by Dermot Crean

TRALEE Tidy Towns has announced a series of free webinars on sustainability and biodiversity, highlighting the UN Sustainability Goals, taking place over the next month.

The sustainability webinars, which will be delivered by Donal O’Leary of Waste Down will focus on the EPA Stop Food Waste programme and composting, are supported by the Department of Rural & Community Development’s COVID-19 Emergency Fund, Kerry County Council and Kerry PPN.

Tralee Tidy Towns will partner with Maharees Conservation Association CLG, Kerry County Council and the Local Authority Waters Programme to deliver a webinar on the wild birds of the Tralee and Tralee Bay SPA.

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This webinar will be delivered by well-known Tralee birder Ed Carty and will feature the photographs of wildlife artist and photographer, Michael O’Clery.

Members of the public are invited to register their interest in attending the talks by sending an email to info@traleetidytowns.ie or register directly on Eventbrite at: http://TraleeTidyTowns.eventbrite.com

Anne Marie Fuller of Tralee Tidy Towns said: “The Tidy Towns competition is now aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The food waste reduction and composting webinars we have planned will support the SDGs here in Tralee and in particular SDG 12 which is all about sustainable consumption and production.

“Food waste is one of the largest contributors to global climate change. In Ireland we are generating over 1 million tonnes of food waste each year (www.stopfoodwaste.ie)  SDG 15 ‘Life on Land’ aims to protect and our rich biodiversity and habitats. We know that the Tralee Bay area is vital to the continued health of thousands of bird species,” said Anne Marie.

Chair of Maharees Conservation Association, Martha Farrell said: “We are delighted to partner with the Local Authority Waters Programme, Kerry County Council, the PPN and Tralee Tidy Towns for the Birds of Tralee and Tralee Bay webinar. Raising awareness of the importance of Tralee Bay and its water quality to our waders and other bird species is something we are all working towards. We are very fortunate to have an experienced birder like Ed Carty provide his insights on these species, particularly as many of the migratory bird species that spend the winter in and around Tralee Bay are now returning.”

Community Water Officer for Kerry, Breda Moriarty said: “The Tralee Bay area is extremely important to our wader birds who depend on it over the winter months. The Local Authority Water Programme is delighted to support this webinar which will bring awareness of some of the bird species that you might see”.

Caroline Toal, Kerry PPN Development Officer said “Kerry PPN is very happy to support Tralee Tidy Towns hosting these events via the Kerry PPN Zoom account. Kerry PPN’s Zoom account is available to all PPN member groups who wish to host talks or meetings”

The details of the webinars are as follows:

• Thursday 21st Oct at 7.30 pm. Topic: EPA Stop food Waste Programme

• Thursday 28th October at 7pm. Topic: Wild birds of Tralee Bay and Tralee area

• Thursday 4th Nov at 7.30 pm. Topic:  Composting part 1…Basics

• Thursday 11th Nov at 7.30 pm. Topic: Composting part 2. Composting Systems

You must register in advance at http://TraleeTidyTowns.eventbrite.com

Or send an email stating your webinar(s) of interest to info@traleetidytowns.ie

Cathaoirleach Of Kerry County Council Pays Tribute To Brendan Kennelly

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Brendan Kennelly

THE Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council, Cllr Jimmy Moloney, has extended his condolences to the family of the late Brendan Kennelly following his death on Sunday.

“Brendan Kennelly was a remarkable poet and writer who produced some of the most important and iconic poems which now form part of his rich legacy. He made poetry popular and accessible, which won him such admiration nationally and internationally.

“Brendan was first and foremost a Ballylongford man and despite many years in Dublin, he always maintained a close link with, and a love of, his native place.

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“Several years ago, Kerry County Council had the honour of hosting a Civic Reception for Brendan in his homeplace. I know that was one of his proudest days, surrounded by his family and neighbours.”

The Chief Executive of Kerry County Council, Moira Murrell, said that Brendan Kennelly was an exceptional ambassador for Kerry.

“Brendan Kennelly was an exceptionally generous and kind man who always had great time for the people of his native county. He has made an enormous and enduring impact on Irish poetry, literature and culture, which is his wonderful legacy.”

Baile Mhuire Day Care Centre Purchases Balloonagh Convent

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Balloonagh Convent.

BAILE Mhuire Day Care Centre for Older Persons has purchased the freehold on its existing site along with the neighbouring Balloonagh Convent and McAuley Home in Tralee.

The site, and extensive surrounding gardens, were owned by St Brendan’s Trust under the management of the Bishop of Kerry, and has presented an ideal opportunity for Baile Mhuire to expand the range of services to older people.

The purchase of the listed building has been partly-financed through Clann Credo Community Loan Finance, who provide loans to community organisations, charities and social enterprises.

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The Chairman of Baile Mhuire, Paddy Garvey, said: “This is a great step forward for the provision of care for the elderly and the expansion of services for older persons in Kerry over the next number of years. Securing our existing facility has always been our long-term aim.

“This, along with the extensive site that Balloonagh offers, is an ideal opportunity for Baile Mhuire to expand the range of services to older people. Baile Mhuire has made a lasting positive difference to the lives of many people over the years and we are committed to continuing this into the future. My colleagues on the Board, past and present, deserve credit for their forward thinking in relation to the growth and development of services at Baile Mhuire.”

Baile Mhuire came into being in the mid-1980s when there was a great need for an interim unit to provide recuperation and respite care for older people in the Tralee and surrounding areas.

Fr. Maurice Brick and the late Sr. Pius Collins, saw a need for this service at the time and together with the help of Social Action, set about the huge task of providing such a service.

Baile Mhuire services have evolved over the years and is now operating a Day Centre which provides personal, nursing, paramedical, social and pastoral care which support older people to remain independent in their home or within their community environment, for as long as possible.

In 2018, Baile Mhuire, with the support of the HSE, introduced a Stroke Day Service providing nursing and physiotherapy supports to people recovering from a stroke.

The team at Baile Mhuire have adapted their offerings in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic by maintaining telephone communication with clients and the delivery of lunches along with an exercise booklet.

A newly-opened Memory Technology Resource Room (MTRR), adjacent to the existing day service, has been developed to primarily assist people with Dementia, their families and carers.

Operations Manager at Baile Mhuire, Aidan Kelly, said: “Volunteers were instrumental in the establishment of Baile Mhuire back in 1988 and they continue to play a pivotal role in the daily running of the centre. We are fortunate that we have such wonderful volunteers who give of their time so freely and generously.”

The HSE’s Chief Officer of Cork Kerry Community Healthcare, Michael Fitzgerald, congratulated Baile Mhuire on the purchase of the former Balloonagh Convent in Tralee and is looking forward to supporting the Board, staff, and volunteers, as they continue to deliver and expand their existing excellent services to the people and community they serve.