Daily Archives: October 25, 2022

GAA CLUBS

Austin Stacks GAA Juvenile Club News

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PEIL FAOI 7: The U7 football finals took place in Connolly Park on Sunday last in brilliant weather….buíochas le Dia don dea-aimsir. A wonderful occasion! We had our traditional parade and sang ‘Amhrán na bhFiann’ before some of the nicest football ever was played by the most enthusiastic U7s ever! What a joy to be present!

Outstanding skill was shown by Alex, Conor, Shane, Dominique and dozens of other great players. Parents, grandparents, siblings and Rockies were highly entertained. The presentation of medals and treats for all followed! An exciting day for The Rock!

PEIL FAOI 9: At 10am on Sunday morning last in our own Connolly Park, after the players had marched around the pitch and had brightened the day further with their singing of our national anthem, we witnessed a tremendous finale to the U9 Gaelic football season….the playing of the final match in the Bracker Regan Cup competition.

After an hour of outstanding football Team D was victorious, having been greatly tested on the field of play. What enthusiasm and excitement!

The team was captained by the outstanding Rua Horan who was ably assisted by Rian Murphy, Rian Hogan, Sonny McDermott, Nathan Stanley, Kyle Lucid; Michael Broughton was also part of that panel. The losing captain Orán Maguire received the Paddy Drummond Cup and Kyle O’Flaherty was handed the Jimmy Barry Cup.

Then we had the presentation of well-deserved medals and treats for all! Lá speisialta ar an gCarraig!

PEIL FAOI 11: The U11 football finals took place in Connolly Park on Sunday last. We had an pharáid, bronnadh na mbonn agus na gcorn and, of course, treats for all!

In this end-of-season football finale we saw some great top-quality football being played….every skill in the game was exhibited: stylish pick-ups, great scoring, outstanding saves, stout defending, brilliant block-downs, high catching, accurate free-taking, pin-point passing, legitimate aggression and respect for the réiteoir! A great Sunday morning for everybody…players, parents and mentors. Well done, all!

PEIL FAOI 13: These Rock footballers are now resting after their great outing against Carraig Uí Leighin (Carrigaline) and after a great season of good football. Well done, boys! Be working on your skills until the call-up comes again….left foot, right foot, left fist, right fist, pick-up, high catch and plenty kickabouts with friends!

PEIL FAOI 15: We look forward to our final game v the Ballymac Club or the John Mitchel Club. This football championship is organised by the Tralee and St Brendan GAA Boards and is sponsored by Suits Select.

THE ROCK ALL-STARS: Our All-Stars Sunday morning sessions in Connolly Park have come to an end for 2022. We thank all who participated. Well done, everybody! We’ll have a little get-together shortly…..an All-Star party!

We’re looking forward to it! Thanks again to all who worked so hard to keep the show on the road….bainisteoirí, coaches, organisers, parents, friends, helpers, supporters!

COLÁISTÍ: (i) Mercy Mounthawk met Coláiste Bhréanainn in the O’Sullivan Cup (Coláistí Chiarraí) competition final on Wednesday (26th).

(ii) The Green boys played their their 1st game in the Munster Colleges Senior Football competition in Ballyagran, Co. Limerick, on Monday last and had a nice victory over Coláiste Fhlannáin, Inis, on a score of 1-9 to 0-10. Rock players on The Green team: Colm Browne (7)(an captaen), Enda Cahill (10), Ronan Carroll (12), Josh Lynch (21), Ryan O’Driscoll (28). Photographs of the game on Adrienne McLoughlin’s facepage.

(iii) We wish daltaí díograiseacha an Ghaelcholáiste the very best in their pre-midterm examinations… tá sibh breá ábalta dóibh, a leaideanna, agus tá sibh in ann deileáil leo! Téarma ar leith a bhí ann go dáta, with daltaí ó rang-ghrúpaí éagsúla participating in sports days….rowing machine classes, student forums, golf classics, camino hikes as well as the basketball, football and hurling ties….the list of achievements over September and October alone is an extensive one with Rockies participating in almost all these exciting outings! Tá atmaisféar den scoth le sonrú timpeall hallaí na scoile….it has been a very enthusiastic, energetic and enjoyable initial few months back in class. Bainigí sult as na laethanta saoire, a scoláirí….táid tuillte go maith agaibh! (Daithí Ó Loinsigh)

(iii) Good wishes to all our lads who are facing midterm examinations…ná gá díobh ach bhur ndícheall a dhéanamh, a leaideanna….bhur seacht ndícheall! Agus bainigí súp as briseadh na Samhna!

CLUB LOTTO: Thanks to all who support and promote our club lotto: (i) Maguires’ Butcher Shop, Caherslee, (ii) Barrys’ Supermarket, Upper Rock Street, (iii) Paudie Commane’s Bookshop, Rock Street, (iv) The Burger Shack, Monavalley, (v) O’Flynn Interiors (Malachy Nagle), Lower Rock Street, (vi) Kirbys’ Brogue Inn, Lower Rock Street, (vii) Husseys’ Deli, Prince’s Quay, (viii) Carmel O’Neill and others, (ix) www.austinstacks.ie (x) and/or on https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=X529#Anchor

SCÓR na SINSEAR: Results from the Kerry finals…(i) quiz: Churchill [Mike Gaynor, Paul Culloty, Mike Moriarty and Tom O Donnell]; (ii) rince foirne: Piarsaigh na Dromad; (iii) amhránaíocht: Marcas Ó Laoire, Gníomh go Leith (‘The Hills around Listowel’); (iv) aithriseoireacht: Helen Uí Shiochrú, Na Gaeil(‘The Holy Kiss’); (v) bailéadghrúpa: Keel; (vi) léiriú: Na Gaeil; (vii) ceol uirlise: Keel; (viii) rince seit:Gníomh go Leith.
The Kerry items that were successful in Munster and that go forward to the All-Ireland i gCaisleán an Bharraigh, Co. Mhaigh Eo, on Saturday November 12th: (i) amhránaíocht: Marcas Ó Laoire, Gníomh go Leith; (ii) rince seit: Gníomh go Leith; (iii) tráth na gceist: Churchill.

AN SIOPA: The Official Austin Stack Club merchandise may be ordered on this link: www.oneills.com.(Free delivery on any orders over €50).

SENIORS: Our sympathies to Wayne’s Warriors who were so unlucky (by 0-2) in their relegation play-off game v Seamróga Neidín on Sunday last in Fitzgerald Stadium. They have given us, their followers, great enjoyment…and excitement…throughout the season. We admire their great commitment to their game and to their club. Best wishes to Wayne in his new role as manager of the Kerry minor footballers. ‘Well done’ to Club Uí Chéirín-Uí Raithille on their victory v An Teampall Nua agus go n-éirí go geal leo sa Mhumhain.

Sport

Kingdom Swimming Club News

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Team Building
We were delighted to welcome ex army rangers Mick Dundon & Nigel Cadogen  to Kerry over the weekend for an afternoon of team building with our Senior Squad.

Our Squad was divided into a number of teams each with their own team leader and rose to the many outdoor challenges set by Mick & Nigel .The weather thankfully played ball and a fantastic afternoon of fun was had by all!

Thanks to our Chairman Pat for organising & facilitating the day.

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Para Swimming
Well done to Luke O’Donoghue who underwent his assessment for para swimming in the NAC last Saturday .

Luke is currently a member of our Junior A squad ,having progressed quickly through the ranks since joining the club in 2018
With his athleticism , commitment , and positivity Luke has become a force to be reckoned with and has a very bright future ahead ! One to watch!

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Club AGM
Our AGM takes place this Wednesday Oct 26th in the Meadowlands Hotel
7.30-9.00 pm. Coffee at 7.00pm
We would encourage all our members to attend given this is the first opportunity we have had for a face to face AGM in 3 years.

Dolphin Open 
A number of our Senior Squad will participate in the annual Eddie Campion Dolphin Open this weekend, Oct 28th-30th.This Level 3 Gala is a great opportunity for our senior swimmers to compete as we hit mid way point in the Short Course season. Best of luck to all our swimmers.

Kerry Open
The countdown is on to our Kerry Open ,Sponsored by Kerry Group, which will take place November 20th. The Level 2 Gala will see clubs from all over Munster compete in our home club and will be a great opportunity for swimmers from all squads to compete.

Sport

Tralee Boxing Club Hosts Kerry Development Squad Training

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Members from boxing clubs all over the county at the Kerry Development Squad training at Tralee Boxing Club on Saturday.

THE newly reformed Kerry Boxing Development Squad training took place at the weekend hosted by Tralee Boxing Club and organised by the Kerry County Boxing Board.

Members of clubs from all over Kerry came together early on Saturday to train under the watchful eye of the Kerry coaches.

Two sessions took place where the boxers were put through a tough first session under the leadership of Tralee coach Lee, while all the club coaches pitched in where needed.

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The second session consisted of in-house sparring and technical sparring for the boxers to gain valuable experience and knowledge from all the coaches.

“It was a great experience and all the boxers worked very hard. To say the least, it was emotional day as we were delighted to get this training back up and running for the betterment of Kerry boxing. We hope to run this training once a month in different clubs around Kerry,” said Chairperson  of the County Board Jennifer O’Sullivan Coffey and Niamh Ball, Secretary.

“We just want to say thank you to Tralee Boxing club for hosting the training session in their club, to our amazing Kerry county board and committee members, without ye it wouldn’t be possible,” added the ladies.

The coaches on the day were Lee, Tommy, Noel and Lynda from Tralee Boxing Club, Maria, Niamh and Graham from Trojan Boxing Club and Jennifer, John and Alex form Sliabh Luachra Boxing and Tony Goggin of Ballyduff Boxing Club.

Entertainment, News

PHOTOS: Terrifying Toastmasters Gather For Early Halloween Fun

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Derry Butler and James Finnegan at the Tralee Toastmasters Halloween Party on Monday night. Photo by Dermot Crean

MEMBERS of the Tralee Toastmasters Club got into the spirit of Halloween last night with a special fancy dress-themed evening.

And where better to hold it than the luxurious surroundings of the Ballyseede Castle Hotel, known worldwide for its ‘haunted hotel’ reputation.

“Our members come out in all sorts of regalia for a night of pure fun,” said club PRO, Michael Mac Egan. “We’ll share our party pieces, have a bite to eat and really just get to know each other better, especially after COVID.”

Over 20 members of the club showed up and really made the effort for the occasion. The club meets on the first and third Mondays of every month at the St Brendan’s Pastoral Centre at 8pm. New members are always welcome. Scroll down for photos…

Olga Knutova, Sergey Udaltsov, Patrick Roarty and Mairead Moriarty at the Tralee Toastmasters Halloween Party on Monday night. Photo by Dermot Crean
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Sonia Elston, Mary Nash, Joan Prendergast and Eamonn Mac An Bheatha at the Tralee Toastmasters Halloween Party on Monday night. Photo by Dermot Crean
Mary Catherine Brady, John O’Connor, Sheila Carroll and Brenda Pierse at the Tralee Toastmasters Halloween Party on Monday night. Photo by Dermot Crean
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Vicky McCarthy and John McGillycuddy at the Tralee Toastmasters Halloween Party on Monday night. Photo by Dermot Crean
Aine Quinn, Marie Flaherty, Gerard Mannix and Catriona O’Riordan at the Tralee Toastmasters Halloween Party on Monday night. Photo by Dermot Crean
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Anne Lawlor, Derry Butler, James Finnegan and Michael Mac Egan at the Tralee Toastmasters Halloween Party on Monday night. Photo by Dermot Crean
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News

Unprecedented Numbers Of Patients Presenting At UHK Emergency Department

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MANAGEMENT at University Hospital Kerry are asking the public to, where appropriate, contact their pharmacy, GP or South Doc before presenting at the Emergency Department.

This is due to what they describe as “absolutely unprecedented levels of presentation over the past number of days” at the ED in the hospital.

“As a direct result of the volume of presentations, there is extreme strain on physical capacity within the Emergency Department itself and on bed capacity for those who require admission,” reads a statement from hospital management. “Our focus and priority is to ensure patient safety in the Department and throughout the hospital.”

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As of 10am this morning, there were 28 patients awaiting beds at the Emergency Department with a further 59 in ED awaiting review and over 200 inpatients throughout the hospital.

“Additionally there are Covid positive patients across a number of wards. The situation is further compounded by a Norovirus outbreak on three wards,” reads the statement.

“To ensure all patients receive the highest standards of care, mitigation measures are underway and daily review of the situation. Given the prevailing status of the hospital, we asking patients to only attend the ED in the event of an emergency. Where appropriate, we are requesting the public to contact Pharmacy / GPs/South Doc in the first instance and explore all other options available to them prior to presenting to the Emergency Department.’

“Where you do require to present with an emergency, please anticipate lengthy delays.
UHK would like to extend a very sincere ‘Thank You’ in anticipation of the public’s co-operation with these arrangements,” concludes the statement.

Entertainment, GAA, News, Sport, WHAT'S ON

St Pats Faithful Look Forward To Race Night Fun In Skelper Quanes

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At the launch of the St Pats GAA Race Night in Skelper Quanes were, in front, Sharon Williams and Tom Quane. At back; Liam, George, Anna and Kelly Poff, Marie Fitzgibbon, Michael Moriarty, Terry Boyle, Kathleen Poff and Tim Moynihan. Photo by Dermot Crean

FINAL preparations are in hand for what should be a fun night in Skelper Quanes, Blennerville, this Sunday.

St Pats GAA Club members were joined by Radio Kerry’s Tim Moynihan on Monday evening to launch their first ever Race Night which starts at 8pm.

There’s been a fantastic response from the local community to the event and a big crowd is expected. They will have a great night of racing finishing with an ‘Auction Race’ along with lots of prizes for Best Dressed Lady and Gent, spot prizes for winning owners, jockeys and trainers, a bumper raffle and more.

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There is also tote betting facilities on the night. The event is a fundraiser to support the daily running of the club from training equipment to catering and works to be carried out on the grounds.

As well as being a great way for all the coaches, parents, and supporters to get together, it is of course open to non-members and all are welcome to enjoy the fun on the night.

The club expressed its gratitude to all the local sponsors who have come on board and supported them by either sponsoring a race or taking out a full-page advert in the booklet.

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News

Kerry Artists Complete Residencies At Cill Rialaig Retreat

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James Hayes

TWO Kerry based artists, Bláithín MacDonnell and James Hayes, completed Kerry County Council sponsored residencies at the nationally and internationally acclaimed Cill Rialaig artist retreat in Ballinskelligs recently.

Each artist was awarded a two week residency in a cottage studio on the spectacular Bolus Head rent free with utilities paid by the Arts Office at Kerry County Council.

“We were delighted to work with Cill Rialaig to help this residency happen,” says Hannah Pinckheard, Assistant Arts Officer with Kerry County Council. “Artists need time and space to make their work. Investment in the arts is always richly rewarded.”

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James Hayes is a free-lance visual artist, illustrator and qualified architect based in Kerry. He is skilled in the disciplines of painting, illustration, and architecture. Hayes’ arts practice is primarily based in oil painting, but also extends to encompass hand drawing and a form of hybrid digital image making.

Bláithín Mac Donnell work incorporates performances in unexpected locations and mediums and is concerned with how we share and retell stories in the digital age. Her work seeks through narrative to bring seemingly abstract events closer to the viewers experience.

Bláithín Mac Donnell

“The residency at Cill Rialaig provided much needed time and space to focus and reflect on my practice,” says Bláithín. “I had a very productive time making new work inspired by the locality. It was a wonderful experience and I hope to be able to return one day. Thanks to the council for their support.”

“Cill Rialaig offers ideal conditions to think and create,” agrees James. “This visit afforded me the opportunity to progress various paintings in building my next body of work for exhibition, whilst also to develop the design of a large-scale public mural project currently underway in Kerry.”

The Cill Rialaig Project, founded by Dr Noelle Campbell Sharp, is a voluntary body whose main aim is to develop and maintain a retreat for artists and writers from Ireland and abroad. It involved the redevelopment of the pre-famine village of Cill Rialaig as a retreat for artists, poets, writers, film makers and composers.

Seven studios, a meeting house and library and a utility house have been completed at the village. More than 5000 Irish and international artists have completed residencies there.

Business/Property, News

Kerry Social Enterprise Wins National ‘Pitch-Fest’ Competition

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Alina Barone and Vika Gailite of Shamrock Squad Adventures, winners of the CEAI Champion Changemakers National Pitch-Fest 2022.

‘SHAMROCK Squad Adventures’ from RDI Hub and Dingle Hub is the overall winner of the Champion Changemakers National Pitch-Fest 2022.

The group’s social enterprise is a community of special needs families which focuses on working with support agencies, service providers and other special needs families to make the outdoors accessible for all needs.

Shortlisted groups and individuals took part in the National Pitch-Fest hosted at Innovate Communities, Ballymun where they pitched their social enterprise idea to a panel of expert judges from Enterprise Ireland, Woods & Partners, Rethink Ireland and Social Impact Ireland.

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The shortlist was selected from a series of regional events that took place in community enterprise centres and enterprise hubs around Ireland in September, where participants took part in workshops and worked with local mentors to develop their idea into a social enterprise.

A spokesperson from Shamrock Squad Adventures said; “We are delighted that Shamrock Squad Adventures is the 2022 Champion Changemaker, awarded by the Community Enterprise Association Ireland. We have been working with amazing mentors from RDI Hub and Dingle Hub since the hackathon in September. Shamrock Squad Adventures is dedicated to making the outdoors accessible and enjoyed by everyone, regardless of their abilities, and with the support bursary from the Community Enterprise Association Ireland, we hope to accelerate the platform development.”

Shamrock Squad Adventures, will benefit from a Prize Bursary to the value of €10,000 which will set them on their journey towards the establishment of their sustainable and successful social enterprise and consists of key supports and services.