FURTHER results from Census 2022 were released today by the Central Statistics Office pertaining to Kerry, revealing more about life in the Kingdom.
Of Kerry’s population of 156,458 (a rise of 6% on 2016), 79,071 were female and 77,387 were male, which means there were 98 males for every 100 females.
In Ireland overall, there were 2,604,590 females and 2,544,549 males or 98 males for every 100 females.
The average age of Kerry’s population in April 2022 was 41.5 years, compared with 40.2 years in April 2016. Nationally, the average age of the population was 38.8, up from 37.4 in April 2016.
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The number of people aged 65 and over continues to grow. This age group increased by 18% to 29,567 in Kerry and by 22% to 776,315 at a national level since 2016.
In Kerry, the number of dual Irish citizens increased from 3,039 to 5,471 while non-Irish citizens accounted for 10% of the county’s population.
Nationally, dual Irish citizenship increased by 63% from 104,784 to 170,597 people and non-Irish citizens made up 12% of the population.
The proportion of separated and divorced people in Kerry remains steady at 6% of the population (aged 15 and over), the same as in 2016. The national comparison was 6% in both 2016 and 2022.
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In 2022, 83% of people in Kerry stated that their health was good or very good compared with 86% in 2016. Nationally, 83% of people stated that their health was good/very good, compared to 87% in 2016.
The number of people (aged three and over) who stated that they could speak Irish in Kerry was 62,887 compared with 61,597 in 2016. Within this figure, 3,763 said they spoke Irish daily while 4,302 spoke Irish weekly. Nationally, 1,873,997 people stated they were able to speak Irish, with 71,968 speaking Irish daily and 115,065 speaking it weekly.
There were 67,545 people (aged 15 and over) at work in Kerry, an increase of 6,323 people (+10%) between 2016 and 2022. Nationally, there were 313,656 additional people (+16%) at work.
In Kerry, 17,119 people (aged 15 and over) worked from home at least one day a week in 2022.This represented 25% of the workforce. The national figure was 32%.
There were 28,756 children aged 15 and under in Kerry in April 2022. Of these, 9,454 (33%) were in childcare, compared with 33% nationally.
In 2022, 70% of households in Kerry owned their own home, with a further 24% renting. This compared with 66% of households owning their home nationally and 28% renting.
In Kerry, 19% of households wrote a message in the Time Capsule. Nationally, this figure was 19%.
THE number of patients waiting on trolleys at University Hospital Kerry in May was the highest for that month since records began and almost double May 2022 numbers.
The Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation trolley watch figures for the month showed there were 276 patients waiting on trolleys at UHK in May compared to 146 in 2022 and the previous high of 272 in 2018.
The INMO confirmed that this month has been the worst May for overcrowding nationwide since the union began counting trolleys in 2006. There were 11,856 admitted patients, including 300 children, treated on trolleys or chairs in hospitals around the country this month.
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The Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation has called on the HSE to take immediate corrective measures to deal with the ongoing trolley crisis.
INMO General Secretary, Phil Ní Sheaghdha said: “The number of patients we have seen on trolleys in the month of May are higher than January 2023, when we saw the worst levels of daily hospital overcrowding since the INMO began counting trolleys. This type of overcrowding at the beginning of summer must be immediately addressed to prevent an even more chaotic winter.
“Nurses are working in a system that has normalised over 500 people a day on trolleys. They have had little to no reprieve from overcrowding. Our members are reporting high levels of burnout and their intention to leave their current work area is higher than it has ever been.”
“We need to see a laser-like focus from Government and the HSE to tackling the overcrowding crisis in our hospitals once and for all.”
.Bjorn Minnie, Assistant Store Manager ALDI Tralee (John Joe Sheehy Rd), presenting €5,000 cheque to ALDI Play Rugby competition runner-up school, Gaelscoil Mhic Easmainn, Ráth Ronáin, Tralee, Co Kerry, to upgrade their sporting facilities.
ALDI and the IRFU have announced that Gaelscoil Mhic Easmainn in Tralee are one of two schools in Kerry to have won €5,000 in this year’s ALDI Play Rugby sticker competition.
Along with Filemore National School in Caherciveen, the Gaelscoil was among the ten lucky runners-up in this year’s competition, which attracted 5,682 entries from schools across Ireland.
The prize money will be put towards developing and upgrading sporting facilities at each school. The overall winner of the €50,000 top prize was Lisboduff National School in Cootehill, Co. Cavan.
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ALDI, as the Official Fresh Food Partner of Irish Rugby, launched the competition in January. It gave schools the chance to win a life-changing sports facility makeover worth €50,000 by simply collecting ALDI Play Rugby stickers.
Shoppers received one sticker for every €25 spent and a completed poster with 300 stickers earned each school an entry into the draw.
KERRY County Council says they will work with the business community to ensure there are family events and activities on the streets of Tralee during the Rose of Tralee Festival.
Following the recent announcement by the Rose of Tralee International Festival Committee that they will not provide street entertainment during the Festival, management from Kerry County Council met with the Festival Committee on Tuesday afternoon.
On Wednesday morning, the Tralee Municipal District Members were updated on the current position by the Chief Executive.
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A statement from the Council issued this morning reads; “Tralee Municipal District wishes to state that they are fully supportive of the continuation of the street events in the Town Centre and will be working over the coming weeks with the local business community and organisations to ensure that this great county festival will continue to provide the family events and activities that it is renowned for.
“The street festival and family activities form an integral part of the Festival in Tralee, and Kerry County Council has traditionally been a strong promoter of family-orientated festivals,” concluded the statement.
NINE projects in Kerry will share €96,263 in funding announced today through the Local Biodiversity Action Fund (LBAF).
Over €2.5 million is being awarded to local authorities nationwide under the fund announced today by Malcolm Noonan TD, Minister of State for Heritage and Electoral Reform. Projects in Kerry approved this year are:
€34,000 for Japanese Knotweed treatment in Dingle and West Kerry
€17,000 for a Rhododendron ponticum Strategy
€11,475 for the Kerry Biosphere Educational Programme 2023
€8,500 for Dune Restoration in Natura 2000 in Kerry
€8,500 to Celebrate 30 Years of Knowledge of the Shannon Dolphins
€8,500 to Improve Soil Biodiversity by the use of natural bio-fertilisers
€4,250 for Bat survey
€2,550 Barn Owl Booklet
€1,488 Delivering Climate Action Training to Teachers
Operated by the National Parks and Wildlife Service of the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, the scheme was first launched in 2018.
Since then, a total of just over €6m has been granted to local authorities through the LBAF for projects that support actions in the 3rd National Biodiversity Action Plan (NBAP).
.Elaine Dennehy, Lilly O’Sullivan and Siobhan Burns at the Presentation Secondary Tralee retirement/end of year function at The Ashe Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean
STAFF from Presentation Secondary School gathered at The Ashe Hotel on Friday last to celebrate the contribution of retired colleagues and to mark the end of the school year.
Teachers Marie Hand and Margaret O’Connell and former principal Mary Kennelly were feted on the night, lauded for their dedication to education over the years.
Maths teacher Margaret O’Connell had been teaching at the school since 1984 while Marie Hand taught French and maths at Pres for 12 years. Mary Kennelly was appointed principal in 2018, but has since left the school.
The night was also an occasion for teachers to enjoy well-deserved night out as the academic year come to a close. Scroll down for photos…
Retirees Marie Hand, Mary Kennelly and Margaret O’Connell at the Presentation Secondary Tralee retirement/end of year function at The Ashe Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Caroline Foley, Kay Galvin and Sheila O’Connell at the Presentation Secondary Tralee retirement/end of year function at The Ashe Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanMary O’Mahony and Isabel Horgan at the Presentation Secondary Tralee retirement/end of year function at The Ashe Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Pauline Kennelly, Mary Mulcahy and Maria O’Neill at the Presentation Secondary Tralee retirement/end of year function at The Ashe Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanMary Twomey and Bridget McDonnell at the Presentation Secondary Tralee retirement/end of year function at The Ashe Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Caitriona Walsh and Colm O’Sullivan at the Presentation Secondary Tralee retirement/end of year function at The Ashe Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanMary Twomey, Moira O’Connor, Caitriona Walsh, Lorna O’Callaghan, Catherine O’Mahony and Helena Madigan at the Presentation Secondary Tralee retirement/end of year function at The Ashe Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Retirees Marie Hand, Mary Kennelly and Margaret O’Connell with Principal Mairead Finucane at the Presentation Secondary Tralee retirement/end of year function at The Ashe Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanGathering for the Presentation Secondary Tralee retirement/end of year function at The Ashe Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.
.Colette Price, Principal Mike O’Toole and Ciara Culloty at the St John’s Parochial School Fun Run in the Town Park on Sunday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean
IT was a cloudy, but dry Sunday morning in the Town Park as pupils, their families and staff from St John’s Parochial School Tralee gathered for a family fun run in Tralee Town Park.
There was a lovely atmosphere as the school community came together with the aim of the run to raise funds to build a playground for the children within the safety of the school grounds.
Plenty of preparation went into the day and it certainly paid off as it was a fun way to spend a Sunday morning. Scroll down for photos…
Participants at the St John’s Parochial School Fun Run in the Town Park on Sunday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean.Margaret Mulvihill and Lisa Mulvihill at the St John’s Parochial School Fun Run in the Town Park on Sunday morning. Photo by Dermot CreanVeronica O’Dowd and Catriona O’Reilly with Anna O’Reilly, Iarla Murphy and Bronagh Murphy at the St John’s Parochial School Fun Run in the Town Park on Sunday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean.David and Muireann Demery with Oscar and Alice and Hugo the dog at the St John’s Parochial School Fun Run in the Town Park on Sunday morning. Photo by Dermot CreanAlison, Linda, Jessica and Hannah Butler at the St John’s Parochial School Fun Run in the Town Park on Sunday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean.Yolanda Phiri, Melanie Ncube and Ayanda Phiri at the St John’s Parochial School Fun Run in the Town Park on Sunday morning. Photo by Dermot CreanThady, Sophia, Christina and Sasha Baily at the St John’s Parochial School Fun Run in the Town Park on Sunday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean.Alex Maritz, Lucy Smith, Billy Giles, Evie Giles, Heidi Giles and Rosie Giles at the St John’s Parochial School Fun Run in the Town Park on Sunday morning. Photo by Dermot CreanYolanda Phiri, Melanie Ncube, Ayanda Phiri, Nico Phiri and Thamsanta at the St John’s Parochial School Fun Run in the Town Park on Sunday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean.Darragh, Andrew and Suzy Doherty at the St John’s Parochial School Fun Run in the Town Park on Sunday morning. Photo by Dermot CreanPatricia Fitzell, June Noonan, Maura O’Sullivan, Danny Murphy and Aoife Tanner at the St John’s Parochial School Fun Run in the Town Park on Sunday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean
.Alan Corcoran, Fiona O’Donoghue, Lisa Barton, Betty O’Connor and Noel Ryan launching the Three Peaks Challenge.
KILLARNEY Cycle Club is inviting participants for the Three Peaks Challenge in mid-June.
The sportive, which takes place on Saturday, June 17 at 10am, covers some of the most rugged and beautiful landscape in Ireland, with a choice of 100km and 75km routes.
This could be the perfect warm-up for those of you doing the Ring of Kerry Cycle this year. The 100km challenges the stronger cyclists and the 75km gives cyclists the chance to become familiar with Moll’s gap which is on of the Ring of Kerry route.
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You can enjoy a leg massage from a physio to rejuvenate tired legs, before tucking into dressed burgers with chicken skewers when you finish and everyone will also be included in the raffle for the spot prizes kindly donated by sponsors. It costs €30 for Cycling Ireland members.
There will also be food stops and refreshment areas on both routes and the route is marshalled at all the major junctions.
Guidance Counsellor Billy Ryle has some last minute advice for 2023 State Exams candidates to help them reap the rewards for all the hard work they’ve put in…
The waiting is almost over for about 134,800 Leaving Cert and Junior Cycle students as the exams get under way next Wednesday, 7th June.
Exam entries are up by 3,400 or 2.5% on last year’s figure. 60,200 have applied for the Leaving Cert Established (LC) exam, 3,800 for the Leaving Cert Applied (LCA) and 70,800 for the Junior Cycle exam.
The Leaving Cert exam returned to the traditional format last year after two years of calculated and accredited grades.
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Minister Norma Foley has confirmed that there will be no ‘cliff edge’ plunge or automatic return to pre-pandemic exam results for Leaving Certificate candidates this year.
That means overall marks this year will be no lower than last year’s results. This will once again be achieved by allowing the State Examinations Commission (SEC) to apply a ‘post-marking intervention,’ which will increase candidates marks.
Options
There will also be a copious supply of CAO, Further Education, Apprenticeships, Traineeships and Employment places available for school leavers in a buoyant economy.
So, it’s all good news for candidates lining up for the Leaving Cert exam. The Leaving Certificate exams, the Junior Cycle exams and the Leaving Certificate Applied (LCA) exams will run until Tuesday, 27th June, Monday, 19th June and Thursday, 15th June, respectively.
Weather Alert
In the current heatwave, it’s imperative for all exam candidates to avoid over-exposure to the blistering sun and to stay hydrated.
Enjoy your swim, but resist the temptation of lengthy sunbathing sessions and take lots of cold drinks.
It’s difficult to resist the glorious weather but be sensible and careful. Apply sun block, wear sunglasses and a hat with a wide brim. It will be worth it if you avoid sunburn and if you go into the exams full of energy.
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Final Weekend
This is the final weekend for major revision. Stick to your study plan on Saturday and Sunday. Concentrate on subjects being examined during the first week. As the exams run into the subsequent weeks, the optional subjects are nicely spaced out allowing for study days.
Prioritise
Leaving Cert candidates should prioritise last minute work in English, Home Economics, Engineering, Geography and Mathematics Paper One and get it done by Sunday night.
Likewise Junior Cert candidates should do the same in English, Religious Education, Irish, History, Geography and Maths.
On Monday, concentrate on the tips and predictions for subjects being examined the first week. Don’t cram on the days before the exam as this may cause confusion and fatigue.
Alertness
Spent an hour or two on Tuesday skimming over your notes for Wednesday’s exams and leave it at that.
Some relaxed leisure will be more beneficial than spending the day cramming material that you may not recall anyway. You need a clear and alert mind going into the exams on Wednesday morning and for the duration of the exam period.
Notes
On the evening before each exam subject spend an hour or so looking over your notes so that the important concepts and ideas are fresh in your mind.
Heavy study sessions on the night prior to any paper are not a good idea as you will be exhausted the following morning.
Instead, relax and get a good night’s rest. Put all thoughts of the following day’s exam out of your mind. If you find it difficult to sleep, try a little non-academic reading for a short while.
Personal Materials
Over the next few days check your equipment and assemble your exam materials – black or blue biros, pencils, ruler, eraser, drawing instruments, calculator and so on.
Have at least two biros in case one doesn’t work properly. It’s time, too, to organise your personal needs such as a watch and tissues.
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Relax
A few nerves are normal on the first day so be prepared to deal with it. A relaxation exercise or maybe a shower to freshen up will do the trick.
Eat a nutritious breakfast as you’ll need the extra reserves of energy. Finally, go through your equipment checklist before leaving home.
Pre-Exam Mode
On Wednesday morning arrive at the exam centre at least a half hour before the exam begins.
For all subsequent exams be present about fifteen minutes before the appointed time. Spend the few minutes before entering the exam centre on your own in peace and quiet.
At all costs, avoid groups that are involved in last minute revision. If you need to, use the bathroom before you enter the exam centre.
Be in your seat a few moments before the exam is due to begin. Synchronise your watch with the clock on the wall and use your watch or the clock to help you pace your work.
Exam Centre Check
Check your seat and desk for firmness and stability. A shaky desk will torment you and distract you during the exam. When the answer book is distributed, fill in the required details and read the directions.
When you receive your question paper read the instructions carefully in case there is any change of format. Don’t be put off by your first glance at the paper.
It’s new and it will look unfamiliar at first. Once the exam begins, keep to your prepared answering plan and address the questions that are asked.
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Post-mortem
If you finish a paper before the time is up, do not leave the exam centre. Recheck your work and extra information may come to you.
Attempt an extra question only when you have thoroughly answered the previous questions. Once an exam is over, spend as little time as possible on a post-mortem.
Focus on the next paper and stay in exam mode until you finish your final subject. Remember the Leaving Cert is a marathon rather than a sprint.
When the entire exam is over, forget about it and enjoy your summer. There is no advantage in dwelling on what might have been. Be happy and satisfied that you have done your best.
Exam Results
Leaving Cert candidates got a timely boost last week when it was announced that Leaving Cert results will be available on Friday, 25th August and the CAO Round One college offers will quickly follow on Wednesday, 30th August.
The State Examinations Commission (SEC) is holding a second set of exams from the 29th June to the 15th July for candidates who experience an extreme medical emergency during an exam or suffer a family bereavement.
So, it’s looking very promising for exam candidates. Go in there and ‘play a blinder.’ Good luck to all candidates starting exams next week.
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Checklist
• Concentrate on subjects being examined in the first week
• Complete major revision by Sunday night
• In a relaxed study session on Monday concentrate on tips and predictions
• On Tuesday just skim over your revision notes for an hour or two
• Have a clear and alert mind going into each exam
• Arrange the equipment and materials you will need for the exams
• Organise your personal needs such as a watch and tissues
• Spend the few minutes before entering the exam centre in peace and quiet
• Be in your seat a few minutes before the start of each exam
• Check that your seat and desk are firm and steady
• Read the instructions carefully
• Know what to expect but be prepared for the unexpected
• Use all the time available to you
• Once an exam is over, avoid protracted post-mortems
• The exams are a marathon rather than a sprint
vEat well during the exams when you’ll need lots of energy
• Avoid over-exposure to the blistering sun
• Keep fluid levels high to avoid dehydration
• Take regular aerobic exercise during the exam period
• Exam timetables are available on www.examinations.ie
• Leaving Cert results will be published on Friday, 25th August
• CAO Round One offers will be available at 2pm on Wed., 30th August
• Good luck to everybody doing exams.
Billy Ryle is a Career Guidance Counsellor and educational commentator
Kerry FC Academy had 3 teams in cup action at the weekend. The under 17 and 19 teams won in dramatic fashion.
However the under 14 side lost out in an 8 goal thriller. Star billing this week goes to JP Mullin’s under 19 team.
They advanced in the Enda Mc Guill Cup thanks to a nail biting penalty shoot out. They hosted Wexford FC on Sunday afternoon in Mounthawk Park.
The game was played in glorious sunshine and both sides produced some outstanding football, in an entertaining game.
Kerry dominated the opening half but could not get an elusive goal. However Kennedy Amechi put Kerry ahead shortly after the restart following good work by Matthew Carroll in midfield.
The visitors rallied after this but found no way past Obinna Izehi and Sean O Connell at the back. Keeper Richard Healy also produced several top class saves to deny Wexford. However he had no chance with a Filip Wasilewski shot in the 79th minute.
Both sides had chances in the closing stages but neither team could not get a winner ,so the game went to extra time.
Wexford took the lead just after 4 minutes and again it was Wasilewski that found the net. Kerry to their credit rallied and created chances via the skill of Cianan Cooney in attack.
In the closing stages Cooney was instrumental in setting up Kennedy Amechi to grab a late equaliser, to send the game to a dreaded penalty shoot out.
In the shoot out Sean O’Connell, Venis Jahiri, Kennedy Amechi and Cianan Cooney kept their nerve to dispatch great goals to see Kerry FC progress , to the delight of their many supporters. Man of the Match Kennedy Amechi.
The under 17 team also advanced in dramatic fashion,in the Mark Farren Cup. On Saturday they travelled to Cobh to take on Ramblers in Stephen Ireland Park. Kerry took the game to the home side from the kick off.
Tom Healy, Andrew Kerins and Luke Palmer all had chances in the opening half. Kerry should have broke the deadlock in 44th minute when they were awarded a penalty.
However Kyle Foley failed to convert from the spot kick.Cobh came more into the game in the second half. However the Kerry back four of Nathan Aherne,Oran Horgan, Adam Finn and Cian Beirne were in tremendous form throughout the match.
Coalan Mitchell in goal was another player to star as the scoreline suggest. The game eventually went to extra time but Kerry continued to press thanks to good work by sub Jamie Forde.
In the dying minutes that elusive winner game and it was indeed a worthy winner.Josh Bowler was the Kerry hero.
He produced a magical goal in the 122 minute to win an enthralling encounter,to the delight of the travelling fans. Man of the Match Josh Bowler .
Unfortunately on Saturday the U14 team were gallant losers in the Eddie Wallace Cup.They hosted Carlow/Killkenny in Mounthawk Park. However in an entertaining encounter they lost out in an 8 goal spectacle.
The visitors took the lead in the 18th minute following a good passing movement. Kerry dominated for the next 20 minutes. Callum Robertson equalized with a strike to the bottom corner in the 39th minute.
Edison Jahiri put Kerry ahead 3 minutes later with another superb drive from the edge of the box. Kerry created further chances thanks to good work by Shane Donovan and Darragh O’Sullivan in the middle of the park.
However the visitors hit a purple patch at the start of the second half. Callum Slattery and Logan Tennyson both bagged a brace of goals to see them go 5-2 ahead.
Ciaran Murphy reduced the deficit with 12 minutes remaining.Kerry pressed hard in the closing stages and were unlucky not to score again before the final whistle blew.
On the day Jack O,Connor and David O, Donoghue also impressed in defence.
Fixtures – On Saturday Kerry FC under 14 team are away to Bray Wanderers.
.Sean Noonan, left and Mark Campion, Members of Killarney Meitheal working group on fire guarding patrol – overlooking Killarney National Park at Aghadoe viewing point this week. Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan
THE National Parks and Wildlife Service has appealed to the public not to light fires or barbecues in public places.
This appeal is following a ‘Condition Orange’ – High Fire Risk. Be Prepared, issued by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, valid until June 6.
The NPWS has increased ground crews on fire patrol and ramped up aerial monitoring with helicopters and drones. Early Summer is a precious time for wildlife and their vulnerable young, especially ground-nesting birds and mammals who are now rearing their young.
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Condition Orange will generally derive from extended periods of low precipitation, moderate relative humidity and low to moderate wind conditions which have the capacity to significantly increase the risk of wildfire initiation and spread.
The Director General of the NPWS, Niall Ó Donnchú, has also asked for everybody’s cooperation to protect nature and said: “While NPWS has increased ground crews and monitoring from the air this week, we still need to enlist your help to protect nature at this high risk time. We ask that members of the public not light fires or barbecues in any National Parks or Nature Reserves, or indeed in nature generally. We are also asking that the public be vigilant and report any fire activity without delay.”
.The Austin Stack Club UNDER 13 footballers who took part in a well-organised Firies Club Tournament last weekend ar an bhFearann Fuar.
PEIL FAOI 7: (i) Football as usual next Sunday morning (4ú) in Caherslee at 11am. New footballers welcome. (ii) Another great football session took place last Thursday night! Hoping to see everybody this Thursday (1th) at 5.30pm. ‘See you all, little men!
PEIL FAOI 9: Our U9s will be in GoGames action again at 11am on Sunday next (4ú) Meitheamh) in Connolly Park. Last week’s GoGames were a great success. Well done, all!
PEIL FAOI 11: (i) U11 County Football GoGames.(Phase 2)…Coiste na nÓg fixtures:
‘Well done’ to our lads v Legion on Thursday 25th;
1st June (Thursday ag 6.30pm): AdeS (ag baile) v Milltown /Caisleán na Mainge;
8thJune (Thursday): Keel v AdeS (away);
15th June (Thursday): Na Mistéalaigh v AdeS (as baile);
22nd June (Thursday): AdeS (ag baile) v Laune Rangers.
(ii) Our Football-For-Fun will be held once again at 10.50am next Sunday in Caherslee. Fáilte roimh chách. (iii) The older boys in the group, boys born in 2012, are looking forward to their trip to the 16-County Tournament in Naas on June 17th. (Colm Ó Mongáin)
ALL-STARS: The All-Stars were in flying form last Sunday. The summer, as it seems to have arrived, is having a positive effect on our attendance….numbers are up; we had our biggest group so far this season. The sun is also having a positive effect on our players; there was a festival buzz i bPáirc Uí Chonghaile on Sunday last with our team showing bundles of energy in drills and in set piece practice. We hope that this great weather keeps up but, whether it does or not, we will continue to show up and perform to the best of our abilities as we grow from strength to strength each week; sea, táimid ag dul ó neart go neart! Mar sin is dá bhrí sin, if you want your child to join us and if you want to give him/her the opportunity to increase his/her social participation, to make friends and to gain confidence join us next Sunday 4th June at the Austin Stack Club in Connolly Park. (Cathal Ó Sé)
CAID FAOI 13: Last week’s great football action ended on a high note in Connolly Park with both the A and B teams recording good wins over Na Gaeil in the final group games in Phase 2 of the County League. Sin dhá dhea-scéal iontacha at the end of a busy week! We look forward in confidence to our County League semi-finals which are scheduled to be played on Sunday 4th June. Go n-éirí libh, a leaideanna!
We visited Firies GAA Club on Saturday 27th May for a very enjoyable afternoon of football v the local U13 teams and the visiting London Parnells U13 boys. Thanks to everyone in Firies for the hospitality and for being such generous hosts. ‘Well done’ to all 26 Austin Stack Club boys who made the trip and who represented the club so well both on and off the pitch.
Match Reports:
(1) AdeS B: 4-11; John Mitchel Club B: 1-8. Our boys, playing with the aid of a strong breeze, hit the ground running and got some excellent early scores. We showed great teamwork and worked fine scores by winning hard-fought-for possession in our full-back line and by travelling the length of the field at pace on a number of occasions. Though we commanded a strong first half lead, our tenacious defence was undoubtedly the foundation for all our momentum. Our sturdy full-back, Oran O’Regan, lead the line and Séamus Keenan and Conor Hannifin were fearlessly tigerish in the tackle. Our work rate impressed the many bystanders in Ballyseedy as Kian Cronin, Blake Bowler and Tom Dawson gave their all in the middle of the field. Oisín Horan on the 40’ kept the scoreboard ticking over throughout and our ever-vigilant full forward, Joe O’Halloran, lead the team in assists while also contributing a few scores. The returning John Riordan put in a big shift and we had a debutant for The Rock in Jack Maguire, brother of captain for the day, Harry. (Fáilte romhat ar bord, a Jack!) This was a great team performance that was played with great spirit and the boys have to be commended for an excellent squad attitude; ar scáth a chéile a mhairfimid! Rockies Abú!
(2) U13 County League (Division 13A) Phase 2….AdeS B: 5-25; Na Gaeil B: 4-5. It had been a busy few days for the lads having had a 3rd outing in 5 days but they showed no signs of tiredness and expertly produced another good victory. The Stack Club lads started at 100 miles an hour, they dominated the first period with some excellent scores and all the while they kept things tight at the back; all that resulted in building up a big lead….5-15 to 0-0 at half-time. Although the Gaeil team was missing a few players, they never let their heads drop and they kept battling on! They made a good fight of it in the 2nd half and picked off some well-taken goals. However, at the other end The Rock kept the scoreboard ticking over. The game finished at 5-25 to 4-5 in favour of the Stack Club boys. ‘Well done’ to Na Gaeil coaches and players for a great sporting game and for keeping on battling right to the end. Comhghairdeachas to The Rock lads who have continued their great form….resulting from the hard work being put in at training! Yes, indeed, the obair chrua is really showing and they can continue to improve and to put in great performances each week. They can look forward with confidence to their upcoming county semi-final. U13 AdeS B boys: Blake Bowler; Shane Carey, Gearóid Corcoran, Kian Cronin; Ethan Cushen, Conor Hanafin, Albi Gaxha; Shea Horan, Luke Kavanagh; Harry Maguire, Zac Moore, Darragh Moriarty; Joe O’Halloran, Oran O’Regan, Gerard Teahon; Diarmuid Hennessy, Eliot Calleja, Jack Maguire, John Riordan, Mark Foley, Matthew Murphy, Séamus Keenan, Tom Dawson.
(3) U13 County League (Division 1A) Phase 2 League….John Mitchel Club A: 4-15; AdeS A: 0-7. Our U13 A team had a tough evening at the office in their second game in Phase 2 of the County League in Ballyseedy on Wednesday 24th May. Despite playing against a strong breeze, the Austin Stack Club boys made a strong start and the opening quarter was a tight affair with both teams exchanging scores. In the second quarter the home team took control and ended the half with a healthy lead….JM: 2-8; AdeS A: 0-3. The Green‘n’Golds maintained their dominance throughout the second half, though the Black‘n’Amber Brigade kept battling to the end in true Rock unyielding fashion!
(4) U13 County League (Division 1A) Phase 2….AdeS A: 4-16; Na Gaeil A: 1-10. Our A team happily bounced back with a comprehensive win over Na Gaeil in sunny Connolly Park Dé Domhnaigh seo caite (28ú). We started fast with tenacious tackling, hard running, accurate passing and fantastic scores. A joy to watch! The boys pressed from the front and everyone strongly supported teammates-in-possession and they finished the half in control of the game….Na Stacaigh: 3-9; Na Gaeil 0-4. The second half followed a similar theme; there was no let up with the Black‘n’Ambers and the Green‘n’Whites battling bravely and determinedly to the end in a Cúchulainn-v-Ferdia-like combat! Troid go bás? Maith sibh, a bhuachaillí na Carraige!
Focal scoir: thanks to Na Mistéalaigh and to Na Gaeil for two fine sporting games and mórbhuíochas to the referees for their handling of the games. Foireann Faoi 13 AdeS A: David Ahern; Michael Carmody, Kian Cronin, Oisín Horan; Shea Horan, Luke Kavanagh, Billy Kirby; Danny Lane, Tadhg Ó Luasaigh; Dylan McEvoy, Conor Murphy, Jayden O’Dowd; Ryan O’Flaherty, Tadhg O’Regan, Noah Reidy; Mark Riordan, Liam Swords, Ediart Topali, Diarmuid Hennessy, Conor Maguire, Blake Bowler, Harry Maguire. (Dan Ahern)
CAID FAOI 15: On Wednesday 24th May we travelled east to the Cordal GAA Club i gCúil Ó Siocht, the Nook (Cúil = Nook) under the shadow of Mount Eagle….a fitting setting for this important U15 football occasion. Full-size scoreboard, announcer on microphone/loudspeaker giving team and player announcements and the playing of Amhrán na bhFiann greatly added to the build-up and was a moving prelude to a most exciting, thrilling and heart-throbbing evening’s entertainment. Yes, the encounter turned out to be a cracker! Great football was played by both teams; they gave every ounce/gramme of energy and skill that they had! Legion opened the scoring with a well-worked point in the opening minutes. We responded with a good goal (all goals are good!). The early exchanges continued with end to end play. Then we pushed ahead with well-taken points from play and from free kicks. Half-time score…AdeS: 2-7; Legion: 1-4. At half-time we informed/advised the boys that there was still a lot of play left in this game and that Legion would have a strong spell at some stage! D’éist siad linn! Early goals by both teams at the start of the second half meant that we maintained our half-time lead for the opening minutes of the half. But, unfortunately for us, that was to change. In the space of 11 minutes midway through the 2nd half Legion scored a further 3 goals, resulting in them taking the lead. Thankfully, our stalwarts kept their heads, remained calm and worked some lovely points to retake the lead! At this juncture we were heading into the closing stages of the contest. Hearts throbbed and legs were weary and we hoped that the gods would smile on us! It seemed as if we had jumped Becher’s Brook twice and that the end was in sight but to their credit Legion scored a point in added time to level the match. Comhscór! Final score at end of normal time….AdeS: 3-14; Killarney Legion: 5-8. Am breise! Two 10-minute halves of extra time was announced.
This was another tight affair and, with our wide count starting to add up, we trailed at half-time in extra time by a single point. All we could do at this stage was to encourage our brave boys who wereout on their feet at this stage. We encouraged them to dig deeply for the last 10 minutes. They played their almighty best! They found the energy….somewhere in their Rock spirit! They scored a goal and two points to Legion’s 1 point in the final period of am breise. They took the win! They won the day! Final score…AdeS: 4-17; KL: 5-11. Sea, cúil a bhuann cluichí! A truly great sporting occasion! Well done to every single one of the players who put on the Black‘n’Amber Jersey on Wednesday evening of last week! Boys, you represented our club so very well! Commiserations to Legion! An Charraig Abú! An fhoireann bhuacach: Conor O’Regan; Jamie Ó Cathasaigh (capt), Fionn Cotter, Tadhg Sommers; Oran O’Donoghue, Eoin Mangan, Joe de Barra; David Hobbert, Harry Murphy; Dean Courtney; Michael Cotter, Denis Brassil; Jay Sweeney, Barry Laide, Ryan O’Carroll. Subs: Kyle Yoxall, Seán McCannon, Oisín Cotter, Nathan O’Connor, Nathan Hurley, Eoghan Murphy, Vinny Moriarty, Ewan Canty, Alex Dafoor. A night of celebration will be held for the team in the near future.
Training will continue over the weekend for the next competitive fixtures which are due to be announced shortly. (Ger Hobbert)
PLAQUE: Where in Tralee can a plaque in memory of Dr Thomas Croke, first Patron of the GAA, be seen?
CIARRAÍ: (i) Good wishes to Ben Murphy, Daniel Kirby, Paddy Lane, Ronan Carroll, Ryan O’Driscoll agus Seán Óg Ó Brosnacháin and the Kerry Minors in their next encounter. (ii) Good luck to Dylan Ó Cathasaigh and his Kerry senior colleagues in their championship game v Cork ar an Domhnach beag seo.
CLUB LOTTO: Thanks to all who support and/or promote our club lotto. Mórbhuíochas le Kirby’sBrogue Inn, Kevin Barry’s Shop, Commane’s Bookshop (PC Books) and O’Flynn Interiors….all i Sráid na Carraige, Hussey’s Deli i gCé an Phrionsa and The Burger Shack in Móin a’Bhealaigh.
SCRÚDUITHE SCOILE/COLÁISTE: Best wishes to all our members who are facing into examinations at this time.
GAELCHOLÁISTE: Comhghairdeas ó chroí lenár Rock-Réaltaí (stars of The Rock), Cillian Ó Cofaigh agus Seosamh de Barra, a bhí ina mbaill d’fhoireann rathúil an Gaelcholáiste a thug aghaidh ar fhoireann Lios Tuathail ar an Déardaoin seo caite in Division 2 of the First Year Schools League. Roinneadh an trófaí idir an dá scoil. Both schools shared the laurels on a scoreline of 4-10 to 2-16. Comhscór! Táimíd an-mhórálach go deo asaibh, a nGaiscígh!
We also wish all of our daltaí the very best over the scorching summer months and the rapidly approaching summer holidays! We hope that all undertaking the Junior and Leaving Certificate examinations achieve the best of success. Tá sibh in ann dóibh!
Agus, ar deireadh, míle buíochas to all our avid readers….go dtí mí Mheán Fomhair….Na Stacaigh is an Gaelcholáiste araon Abú! (Dáithí Ó Loinsigh)
CLUB SHOP: Club merchandise is available to order on www.oneills.com
EOGHAN & PÓL: Comhghairdeachas le hEoghan Ó Gealbháin who ran/walked 200 miles (le tacaíocht mhór óna dheartháir, Pól, agus ó dhaoine eile) in May, including a maratón ó Thrí Lí go dtí an Daingean (thar an gConair) ar an Déardaoin seo caite. This big running effort was done to gain funds for the Kerry Cancer Support Group and for the Kerry Hospice Foundation and in memory of his mother, Áine, who used both services. To donate go to Gofundme.com ~ Gally’s Gallop.
.Pictured accepting their Community Champion award with Paul Newman – Chairman DNG and Ross Killeen – Director Media Pro is Daniel Giles, DNG WH Giles, Tralee.
TWO Kerry estate agents have received national awards at the DNG National Conference and Awards, which took place at The Curragh Racecourse on Friday last.
DNG W.H. Giles Properties has been named the ‘DNG Community Champion of the year’ and Killarney estate agent DNG Ted Healy Properties has been named the ‘Small Branch of the year’.
The Conference and Awards ceremony was attended by more than 150 delegates from offices across Ireland. Delegates were entertained by guest speaker Ireland Rugby legend and La Rochelle coach Ronan O’Gara.
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The judging panel of industry experts, including Peter Dargan of Irish Times, Adrian Bushnell of Pan Research, Ross Killeen of Media Pro and Keith Lowe, CEO of DNG, praised DNG W.H. Giles for its dedication to the local community through several initiatives including its continued commitment to the Tralee Rugby Club, Tralee Rotary Club and its role with Teach an Solais Group which provides weekly meals for 50 people.
The panel also praised DNG Ted Healy for the high standard of service to customers and the team’s use of Social Media to enhance their business.
Daniel Giles, Managing Director, DNG WH Giles said: “The whole team at DNG W.H Giles is delighted that our agency has been recognised with this prestigious award. Each member of our team is dedicated to being actively involved in initiatives to better our local community. It is a huge honour to have this effort acknowledged and we look forward to continuing to provide both our clients and community with the utmost care.’’
Ted Healy, Managing Director, DNG Ted Healy said: “We are so grateful to be recognised as the DNG Small Branch of the year. The whole team at DNG Ted Healy has strived towards excellent for the last 12 months, and this only motivates us to continue exceeding expectations and delivering excellence to our clients.’’
The awards celebrate the hard work carried out across the DNG Network and recognise the successes of individuals within the organisation, rewarding the high standards of service, business acumen and professionalism that are demonstrated in each DNG branch.
THE six county winners from Kerry have been announced in the National Lottery Good Causes Awards with Tralee Boxing Club honoured in the Sport category.
They will now compete for a place in the National Finals judging phase next month, after which the National Finalists will be announced.
The awards aim to celebrate the inspiring work being carried out by thousands of projects, clubs and individuals who have received support from Good Causes funding.
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Initiatives recognised at the awards include Tralee Boxing Club, a volunteer run, not-for- profit community organisation that has been serving the town of Tralee for almost 90 years; Killarney Immigrant Support Centre (KASI), an NGO based in Killarney which provides support services to Asylum Seekers, Refugees and other Migrants; and the World Fiddle Day Scartaglin Community Group, which celebrates the fiddle and traditional music of the surrounding area.
The awards aim to honour, showcase and celebrate the inspiring work being carried out nationwide by thousands of projects, clubs and individuals who have received support from Good Causes funding.
The 6 County Winners of the National Lottery Good Causes Awards from Kerry are:
Sport: Tralee Boxing Club
Community: Killarney Immigrant Support Centre (KASI)
Arts and Culture: World Fiddle Day Scartaglin Community Group
Heritage: Lyreacrompane Heritage Group
Health & Wellbeing: AK Inspired CLG
Youth: Kerry Diocesan Youth Service (KDYS)
Announcing the Kerry County Winners today, National Lottery CEO, Andrew Algeo, said: “Good Causes who support communities across Ireland are at the heart of the National Lottery’s purpose. It has never been easy to narrow down the list of hundreds of entries, however, it is a great pleasure to congratulate the Kerry County Winners this year and to be able to show our appreciation for their commitment to communities around the country.”
This year’s awards ceremony event will take place on Saturday, 21st October in Killashee House Hotel, Naas, Co. Kildare.
The fortnightly club lotto draw took place on Monday, May 29th at the club grounds. There was no jackpot or match 3 winner on this occasion. The numbers drawn were 15, 19, 30 and the bonus ball was 8.
Lucky Dip winners were as follows:
€50 – Kenny O’Neill, Milltown
€50 – Mary T Cooper, Milltown
€25 – Anthony O’Carroll, Milltown
€25 – Jamie O’Sullivan, Castlemaine
€25 – Jim Stephens, Milltown
€25 – Eric Flynn
Our next club lotto draw is scheduled to take place on Monday, June 12th at 19:30pm in the Clubhouse where the jackpot will be €13,000. Get your draw tickets or renew your yearly tickets online on Clubforce or get your tickets for the next draw from all the usual local outlets. 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.
Credit Union County Senior Football League: Division 1, Round 8 Fixture
Milltown/Castlemaine will take on Ballymacelligott in the Credit Union County Senior Football League this weekend (Sunday, June 4th) when Round 8 takes centre stage. The venue is Ballymac and throw-in is at 2:00pm.
Credit Union County Senior Football League: Division 6, Round 7 Result
Milltown/Castlemaine ‘B’ 2-11
Castleisland Desmonds ‘B’ 2-08
Venue: Castleisland
Referee: Michael Moriarty (Churchill)
Well done to our Senior ‘B’ side and management who made it three wins on the spin and four wins from six games overall in the Credit Union County Senior Football League, maintaining their unbeaten record away from home with a hard earned victory against Castleisland Desmonds on a beautiful evening for football last Friday.
We trailed 1-6 to 0-8 at half time despite playing well for much of the opening half and creating plenty chances but a lack of killer instinct in front of goal was proving to be our achilles heel as we retired for the interval with it all to play for. First half scorers included Donal Kelliher, Jamie O’Shea, Kieran McKenna, Jeremiah Hayes, Martin Foley, Adam Lenihan (2) and Patrick O’Sullivan.
In the second half we suffered the worst possible start when Castleisland Desmonds rattled the back of the net to push their lead out to four points early doors but gradually we battled our way back into proceedings and goals from Kieran McKenna and Donal Kelliher aligned with some important points as the half wore on from Dylan O’Neil and the aforementioned Kelliher seen us over the winning line with three points to spare. Castleisland Desmonds tried hard to get something from the contest but only managed to add two second half points as the defence tightened up and a good save from a goalscoring opportunity late on ensured we would emerge victorious.
Mighty stuff lads, keep up the good work!
Credit Union County Senior Football League: Division 6, Round 8 Fixture
Milltown/Castlemaine’s Senior ‘B’ side have little time to rest as they are back in action this Wednesday, May 31st (TOMORROW) in Round 8 of the Credit Union County Senior Football League where they will host Beaufort at the Paddy Burke Memorial Park, Milltown. Throw-in is at 7:45pm.
Acorn Life County U21 Football Championship: Quarter-Final Result
Hard luck to the Mid Kerry U21s especially our Milltown/Castlemaine representatives who were involved in a narrow defeat last week against East Kerry in Fossa. The final score in the County Championship Quarter-Final was 1-12 to 1-11.
Kerry Minors: Electric Ireland Munster Minor Football Championship Final Fixture
Best wishes to Milltown/Castlemaine’s Dara Hogan and management team member David Heasman who are part of the Kerry Minors take on Cork in the Electric Ireland Munster Minor Football Championship Final on Friday, June 2nd at 7:30pm in Austin Stack Park, Tralee. The match will also be shown live on TG4.
Match tickets are available to purchase at the following link:
https://www.universe.com/users/munster-gaa-TR8ZGN?fbclid=IwAR39cHkA4oClP9Wx0TZ2CN7tqKDkEHr4kNNoXCrKMM16k84YcO_NVnEUbtQ
Kerry Seniors: All-Ireland Senior Football Championship, Group 1 Round 2 Fixture
Kerry’s Senior Mens side will be on the road this weekend for Round 2 of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship Group Stage. They take on Cork at Pairc Ui Chaoimh on Saturday, June 3rd with a throw-in time of 3:00pm. The match will be shown on GAA Go.
Match ticket information is available at the following link:
https://www.ticketmaster.ie/event/18005EB3BA98839C?fbclid=IwAR1zRb8Ex-kncfTiHVcz7nQNC1m34O267lEn7inDvjp6RVT6Jq8DWhbM4OQ
U9 Boys: Go Games
A sun drenched evening last Wednesday as our U9s travelled to Dr. Crokes in Lewis Road, Killarney as part of the Go Games Series. There was three teams on the go so all the players enjoyed over an hour of football and our boys performed excellently and showcased all the skills of the game they are learning in abundance. Well done to all the players and management and keep up the good work. Thanks as always to the parents/guardians for travelling and supporting the team.
U12 Girls:
On what was a beautiful evening in Kilcummin last Tuesday, our 12s played in the Division 5 grading final. Two evenly matched teams that faced off for the second time in a week in what was a spirited and resilient display by our girls particularly in the second half. We were narrowly defeated on a score line of 5-8 to 4-7.
Massive thank you to our coaches Ian, Evelyn, Adele & Anthony. There are huge improvements being made weekly by these young ladies in their first year competing in the LGFA for our club.
Thank you to all the parents and supporters for attending this evening and to Kilcummin for a sporting contest.
The girls enjoyed a well deserved treat in Supermac’s to finish off the evening.
U13 Boys: County League
Well done to our U13 team and management who were playing against Keel/Listry on Sunday evening in splendid sunshine.
The Green side had a brilliant victory on a score of 2-10 to 1-08 which makes it three wins from three games in the County League.
The White team lost out after a great contest on a score of 3-13 to 3-05 but have two wins from three matches so far and are putting in very good performances.
Keep up the good work lads!
Congratulations: Athletics Success
Congratulations to Milltown/Castlemaine Minor Player Cian O’Brien who came in 1st place during the Munster Intermediate School Boys 200m with a time of 22.61 seconds. He has qualified for the last 8 in the National Final on Saturday, June 3rd in Tullamore and all at the club would like to wish Cian the very best of luck. A fantastic achievement!
Féile Lughnasadh:
Want to support the 2023 Féile Lughnasadh Festival in Milltown? All entertainment is entirely free to people of all ages. You can make a donation through our fundraising page at the following link:
Can you spare 45 mins every Wednesday evening ?
We are delighted to be back in training with our amazing GAA 4 ALL Group on Wednesday evenings, providing fun, football training for children in the Mid Kerry Area with additional needs.
We would love to take on more and as many players as possible but to do this we need plenty of coaches to join our already amazing team
Please contact our clubs Inclusion officer Stephanie Dinham on (086) 124 8368 for further details
Milltown/Castlemaine GAA: 2023 Club Membership Information – Deadline June 1st 2023
CLUB MEMBERSHIP FOR 2023 IS NOW OPEN
Club membership is open to Adult Players, Adult Non-Players, Juvenile Players and Families and New Members are always welcome.
Membership fees for the 2023 season are now due and can be paid online by clicking the registration link below:
Our clothing recycling collection is now happening so we urge you to clean out your wardrobes of all unwanted clothes, sheets, blankets, towels, curtains, shoes etc and drop them to the Paddy Burke Memorial Park in Milltown.
This is a wonderful way of doing your bit for the environment and raising much needed funds for our club at the same time.
Club Merchandise & Club Shop
Milltown/Castlemaine GAA club gear and merchandise is now available to buy online from both the Club Shop and direct from O’Neill’s.
The Club Shop contains details of the large amount of branded Milltown-Castlemaine & Kerry stock we have available within the club, for immediate delivery, please use the link to check stock levels and sizes.
https://milltowncastlestore.sumupstore.com/
If you cannot find what you are looking for in the club store, then club gear is also available to purchase online in our dedicated O’Neill’s club shop. This site has everything from jerseys to playing gear to wet gear for supporters.
Items for the Club Notes
If you have any items for inclusion in the weekly notes, then please contact the club’s PRO Dara O’Connor on 086 268 8674 before 20:00 on Sundays.
Team Updates
Our club teams are delighted to be back for the 2023 season. All club teams are now back on the field training and playing matches.
Contacts for the various teams are as follows:
MC Minis: Contact Colin McKenna (087 068 7653)
GAA 4 All: Contact Danny McClure (087 653 6631)
For anyone New to the Area, who would like to get involved with the club, please contact Ian Twiss on 087 252 1053.
Team Enquiries
If you want to join your local club, one of the fastest growing clubs in the county, please contact one of our members below:
For GAA-4-All 4 players; contact Gillian Twiss on 0877678108
For MC Mini players (U6); contact Colin McKenna on 087 068 7653.
For U7 to U11 players; contact Liam Doherty on 086 041 3593
For U-13 & Older players; contact Ian Twiss on 087 252 1053
For anyone New to the Area, who would like to get involved with the club, please contact Ian Twiss on 087 252 1053
General Enquiries
For any other queries, please send an email to our Secretary or Chairperson at the following addresses:
secretary.milltowncastlemaine.kerry@gaa.ie
or
chairperson.milltowncastlemaine.kerry@gaa.ie
For emergencies, please call 087 409 3530 (Club Mobile Phone).
.President of Network Ireland Kerry Linda O’Mahony Logan.
NETWORK Ireland is launching a Kerry branch for the female entrepreneurs, employer and employees next week.
Network Ireland is a not-for-profit, voluntary national organisation that supports the professional and personal development for women in business.
The organisation celebrates its 40th year in existence in 2023 and now the establishment of the Kerry Branch is yet another reason for them to celebrate. Network Ireland Kerry are hosting their official launch event at The Rose Hotel, Tralee on June 7 from 6:30pm – 8:30pm. Those interested in attending are asked to pre-register at www.networkireland.ie
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The founding committee was established earlier this year, and the inaugural President of Network Ireland Kerry is Linda O’Mahony Logan, from Leadership 360/
“As an organisation we are all about people making new connections, especially for their professional and personal development and seeing the calibre of females in different professions and sectors across the county I am very proud to be associated with Network Ireland and to be the first President of Network Ireland Kerry,” said Linda.
“Since the pandemic many of us have normalised working alone or working remotely and for many of us the value of meeting face to face and making connections needs to be regenerated. We believe that Network Ireland Kerry will bring back that opportunity to all with our monthly hosted events, giving people a chance to meet face to face again, develop their professional network and grow their connections both in the county and nationally across 17 other branches within Network Irelands network.”
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The other members of the founding committee are Emily Reen, Vice-President (Enterprise Co-Ordinator & New Frontiers Programme Manager, MTU), Antoinette Glavin, Treasurer (Glavin & Wiseman Chartered Accountants), Roisin Smullen, Secretary (Programme Administrator, New Frontiers, MTU), Brigeen O’Sullivan, P.R. Officer (Match Marketing), Eimear Mc Donnell, P.R. Officer (Match Marketing), Anita Michalak, Social Media Officer (Anita Digital Marketing), Helen O’Sullivan, Membership Officer (O’Sullivans Bakery), Jackie Sheehan, Membership Officer (FROSCH Ireland) and Joan Walsh (Partnership International) is the Network Ireland Branch Liaison on the committee.
The evening will be hosted by Radio Kerry’s Deirdre Walsh and speakers on the evening will include Emma Early Murphy (President of Network Ireland), Linda O’Mahony Logan (President of Network Ireland Kerry), Joan Walsh (Former President of Network Ireland Cork & Network Ireland Branch Liaison), Marguerite O’Sullivan (former President of Network Ireland Cork & STEM Professional) and Emily Reen (Vice-President of Network Ireland Kerry).
The evening is being officially sponsored by AIB and Kerry Local Enterprise Office and everyone is welcome to attend.
Network Ireland Kerry will host themed events monthly which are open to everyone for their professional and personal development. These events are not exclusive to members only.
For members of Network Ireland Kerry there a mentoring programme called “Mentoring For Success” that members can avail of for the progression of their career and business needs, whereby you will be matched with a Mentor from the National Network of over 600 Mentors based on your specific professional needs and requirements.
Additionally each year Network Ireland Kerry will host their own Regional Businesswoman of the Year Awards open to all its members, where successful entrants from regional qualifiers go forward for these National accolades.
The newly established Network Ireland Kerry already have great ambitions for Kerry to be well represented in the National Awards in 2024. To learn more about Network Ireland Kerry visit www.networkireland.ie/page/kerrybranch
.Tables all set at the Rose Ball at the Kerry Sports Academy at the MTU last August Photo by Dermot Crean
THE Rose of Tralee International Festival will not be organising a Rose Ball or financing street entertainment for the festival this year.
In a statement issued this morning on their website, the Festival’s Executive Chairman, Anthony O’Gara, did confirm that the Rose of Tralee selections will be broadcast live from MTU’s Kerry Sports Academy again in August.
The reason cited for discontinuing support for street entertainment is due to rising running costs and financial support not increasing over the past decade.
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While the Rose Ball will not take place, there will be what is described as “a new, more affordable and accessible community event, providing local people with an opportunity to meet and to celebrate with the Roses, their families and supporters.”
The move to a new intimate gala event is planned for the Sunday afternoon of the festival.
The statement says the Rose of Tralee International Festival have been in discussion with local partners over the past six months to advise them that responsibility for the delivery of future festivals needed to be rebalanced and placed on a broader local platform.
“The festival has now decided to pass the organisation of the street’s events back to Tralee town, with a commitment to provide any support and advice required to allow a smooth transition. The cost of running the Festival has been increasing exponentially but financial support has not increased over the past ten years,” reads the statement.
“This move provides an opportunity to enhance and develop the streets festival which can best be activated through community ownership. This repositioning should facilitate better corporate and local support and strengthen the event’s capacity to gain a fairer share of tourism and arts grants.”
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Anthony O’Gara, executive chairman, has said that the festival team remain passionate about the event, its proud history and heritage.
He said he looks forward to focusing on core responsibilities, including centres development, hospitality for Roses, Centres, and families, community events rollout, the RTÉ live broadcast and the promotion of Tralee and of County Kerry.
He said he is confident that Tralee people will rise to the challenge provided by this opportunity, and that their involvement will enhance the festival.
.Nicholas O’Shea with Amy Hourigan at the Gaelscoil Mhic Easmainn First Holy Communion Day on Saturday. Photo by Dermot Crean
THEY couldn’t have asked for better weather on Saturday as families made their way to St John’s Church on Saturday for a very special occasion.
The final First Holy Communion Day in the Tralee area for 2023 saw pupils from Gaelscoil Mhic Easmainn receive the sacrament from Fr Francis Nolan.
Múinteoirí Siobhán and Shauna had their second class pupils well prepared so all went smoothly, before families left the church to enjoy the sunshine and private celebrations. Scroll down for photos…
Amy Stack with Siobhan, Pat and Brian Stack at the Gaelscoil Mhic Easmainn First Holy Communion Day on Saturday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Morgan O’Flaherty with Darcy, Morgan and Morgan O’Flaherty at the Gaelscoil Mhic Easmainn First Holy Communion Day on Saturday. Photo by Dermot CreanJane Hogan Moore with John Moore, Angela Moore, Jude Hogan Moore and James Hogan at the Gaelscoil Mhic Easmainn First Holy Communion Day on Saturday. Photo by Dermot Crean.James McIntyre with Jamie, Katelynn and Nicola McIntrye at the Gaelscoil Mhic Easmainn First Holy Communion Day on Saturday. Photo by Dermot CreanNoah O’Driscoll with Peter, Oisín, Norena and Eilish O’Driscoll at the Gaelscoil Mhic Easmainn First Holy Communion Day on Saturday. Photo by Dermot CreanConor Nammock with Brian Nammock, Jessica Murphy Nammock, Caoimhe Nammock and Noreen Murphy at the Gaelscoil Mhic Easmainn First Holy Communion Day on Saturday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Sarah Wrenn and family at the Gaelscoil Mhic Easmainn First Holy Communion Day on Saturday. Photo by Dermot CreanAlison Hoffman with Olivia, Kay, Alex, Padraig and Cormac Hoffmann at the Gaelscoil Mhic Easmainn First Holy Communion Day on Saturday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Sarah Broughton with Ollie, Michael, John and Catherine at the Gaelscoil Mhic Easmainn First Holy Communion Day on Saturday. Photo by Dermot CreanLeo Fitzgibbon with Louise, Max and Eric Fitzgibbon at the Gaelscoil Mhic Easmainn First Holy Communion Day on Saturday. Photo by Dermot CreanAoibhinn Brosnan and family at the Gaelscoil Mhic Easmainn First Holy Communion Day on Saturday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Cian Canty with Delia Collins, Mairead, Aoife, Finbarr and John Canty at the Gaelscoil Mhic Easmainn First Holy Communion Day on Saturday. Photo by Dermot CreanDonnacha Farrell with Matthew, Cathal, Iarla and Erin Farrell at the Gaelscoil Mhic Easmainn First Holy Communion Day on Saturday. Photo by Dermot CreanAmelie Rooney with Donal, Harry, Indie, Freya and Muireann Rooney at the Gaelscoil Mhic Easmainn First Holy Communion Day on Saturday. Photo by Dermot CreanRylee Chawke with Lorraine, Jayden and Tom Chawke at the Gaelscoil Mhic Easmainn First Holy Communion Day on Saturday. Photo by Dermot CreanLauren Connolly with Declan Connolly, Isaac Connolly, Cian Dineen, Noelle Connelly, Caitlin Dineen and Catherine Connolly at the Gaelscoil Mhic Easmainn First Holy Communion Day on Saturday. Photo by Dermot CreanLily McDonnell with Fidelma McDonnell at the Gaelscoil Mhic Easmainn First Holy Communion Day on Saturday. Photo by Dermot CreanSean Óg O’Keeffe with Sean and Connie O’Keeffe and Cassie Leen at the Gaelscoil Mhic Easmainn First Holy Communion Day on Saturday. Photo by Dermot Crean
.The Park Team (Black) who took part in the soccer blitz at Christy Leahy Park on Saturday. Photo by Dermot Crean
SIX teams competed in a special soccer blitz at the St Brendan’s Park FC pitches on Saturday with all proceeds raised going to the Adapt Kerry Women’s Refuge Centre.
Ladies representing five clubs — Park FC (two teams), Dingle Bay Rovers, LB Rovers, Mastergeeha and Ennis — took to pitches at Christy Leahy Park.
It was organised by the Park FC Women’s Social Soccer group which was formed last year, as member Karen Griffin explained.
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“Kerry Sports and Recreation Partnership held a six week soccer training course for women in February of 2022 and again in Tralee in May last year.”
“We enjoyed it so much that we decided to form the club, so I approached Park FC and they couldn’t have been more welcoming. We go out once a month and we arrange games with other teams around the county,” added Karen.
It was the Mastergeeha FC ladies who won out the tournament where there was a great atmosphere and LB Rovers’ Megan O’Connor won Most Valuable Player on the day while valuable funds were raised for a great cause. Scroll down for photos…
Frank Houlihan and Kathleen Reidy helping out at the Soccer Blitz on Saturday. Photo by Dermot Crean.The Park Team (Red) who took part in the soccer blitz at Christy Leahy Park on Saturday. Photo by Dermot CreanThe Mastergeeha team who took part in the soccer blitz at Christy Leahy Park on Saturday. Photo by Dermot Crean.The LB Rovers team who took part in the soccer blitz at Christy Leahy Park on Saturday. Photo by Dermot CreanThe Dingle team who took part in the soccer blitz at Christy Leahy Park on Saturday. Photo by Dermot Crean
MINISTER for Education and Kerry T.D Norma Foley today announced over €10 million to be invested in school building projects in Kerry to assist with ‘23/24 enrolments.
This funding allocation will provide for state-of-the-art facilities in a number of locations across the county and provide accommodation for the coming school year in both special education and mainstream settings.
In this tranche of funding St. Francis Special School in Beaufort, Killarney and St. Josephs Secondary School in Doon Road, Ballybunion, have been specifically chosen to benefit from this initiative.
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St. Francis Special School and St Josephs will receive two bespoke modular units, designed to support, nurture and enrich the learning experience for their students
Both projects have been devolved and are being approved for the 2023/24 school year.
Minister Foley also confirmed that Killarney Community College will receive initial project approval for modular accommodation to provide for six mainstream classrooms, one music room, one art room and a science and preparation area.
Colaiste na Sceilge, Caherciveen, is also approved modular accommodation and receives initial project approval for two science rooms and one art room.
Minister Foley said: “Government recognises the importance of inclusive education and today’s announcement of over €10 million is further testament of our commitment to empowering every student and fostering an inclusive society. Our priority is to meet the growing demand for special education and it is our absolute determination that these facilities will be delivered to schools in time for the ‘23/24 school year.
“To match demand for the coming school year state-of-the-art modular accommodation, costing over €10 million will provide tailored, modern facilities and ensure special education provision can continue to thrive and flourish in Kerry.”
SENIOR FOOTBALL: Our Seniors have four more rounds to play in this season’s Co. League. With seven rounds played to date we have won two (against Kerins O’Rahillys and Rathmore) and lost five against Spa, Legion, Ballymac, Dr. Crokes and Dingle. Round 8, against Castleisland Desmonds goes ahead in Connolly Park on next Sunday afternoon at 3pm.Desmonds, like ourselves, are in the bottom half of the League table and, like ourselves, will be going all out for victory.
B FOOTBALL: Our B team’s game in the Division 5 Shield competition against Rathmore B. in Connolly Park has now been brought forward to Friday evening (2nd June) with a 7pm start
THE C TEAM: With O’Rahillys withdrawing from the competition we have one more round to play in the Co. League – at home to Laune Rangers on w/e 18th June.
THE D TEAM: Our D team were already warming-up in Connolly Park for our round 4 Co. League game on last Sunday afternoon (28th May) when news came through that Tarbert were conceding as they could not field a team. This still leaves us with just one game played in this five round competition to date (a brilliant win against Scartaglin by 5-14 to 1-1 in round 2) Our 5thand final round game is away to Clounmacon on w/e 18th June. No details have yet come to hand about our postponed games against Duagh and Beaufort.
MINOR FOOTBALL: After a four points defeat (2-12 to 0-14) by Cork in the Munster Quarter Final in Páirc Uí Chaoimh a few weeks ago (11th May) the two sides will meet again in the Munster Final which takes place in Austin Stack Park on this Friday evening (2nd June) at 7.30pm. We wish the team, including our own six players on the panel (Ben Murphy, Daniel Kirby, Paddy Lane, Ronan Carroll, Ryan O’Driscoll and Seán Óg Brosnan), and the Team Manager, our own Wayne Quillinan, every success on the night.
BIRTHDAY GREETINGS: Ciara Nix is one of the Club’s outstanding workers, specializing with her Twitter updates on Match Days, among other things. Ciara celebrates her 21stbirthday this week (Tuesday, 30th May) and everyone in the Club and in the local community wish you a very happy birthday Ciara.
CLUB CARDS: Our Card sessions continue in the Clubhouse on Mondays and Thursdays with the starting time of 9pm sharp.
CLUB LOTTO: This week’s (29th May) Jackpot worth €4,000 was not won. The winning numbers were 1, 4, 22, 26. The €20 winners were Colin Teahon, c/o The Club; Michael Kelly, c/o OnLine; Richard Quirke, c/o Richard Healy; and Philip Moriarty and Pa Clifford, both c/o Carmel O’Neill.
Next week’s Jackpot will be worth €4,050.
Continued thanks to the following businesses for selling our Lotto tickets on a weekly basis – Kevin Barry’s Shop, Commanes Bookshop (PC Books), O’Flynns Interiors, Hussey’s, Princes St., The Burger Shack, Monavalley and Kirby’s Brogue Inn. And continued thanks to everyone who purchase tickets week-in week-out.
Our senior men are to face Brosna next Sunday the 04th of June away at 2pm. Please come and show your support.
Senior Men Development League.
Our senior development team played An Daingean on Saturday evening the 27th in the next round of the Credit Union Kerry County Development League, under the glorious sunshine to a home crowd. It was a very high scoring game which saw our Seniors come out victors with the final score of John Mitchels 6-17 An Daingean 4-06. Well done to all players coaches and mentors. Fantastic effort by all.
Senior Ladies new jerseys kindly sponsored by Foleys Spar many thanks for continued support.
Senior Ladies
Donal Curtin Cup Round 4.
John Mitchels 0-08 Annascaul/Castlegregory 1-11.
John Mitchels continued their Donal Curtin Cup campaign with a home defeat in a very competitive encounter to Annascaul Castlegregory last Sunday Eabha Lyne opened the scoring with a point for the visitors before Rachel Kilgallen levelled matters from a free after 8 minutes. Rachel added a second free two minutes later to put John Mitchels in front.
Lauren Goodwin was then adjudged to have been fouled in the penalty area and picked herself up to blast the resultant penalty past Kayleigh Collins in the John Mitchels goal. Finola Casey then pushed the visitors further ahead with a well taken point from play before Rachel Kilgallen added her third pointed free just before half time to leave the half time score John Mitchels 0-03 Annascaul/Castlegregory 1-02.
Two early points from Finola Casey and one from Eabha Lyne pushed the visitors 5 clear before a Rachel Kilgallen free and a point from play by Lily Parker reduced the arrears to a goal.
Two points from Eabha Lyne, one from a free and a point each from Siobhan Goodwin and Orlagh Clifford eased Annascaul/Castlegregory into a 7-point lead but John Mitchels stuck to their task and 2 further pointed frees from Rachel Kilgallen and an Ava Buckley point from play reduced the lead to 4 points with 5 minutes remaining.
The visitors weren’t to be denied, however, and points from Brenna O’Neill and the impressive Finola Casey saw Annascaul/Castlegregory run out winners by 1-11 to 0-8.Despite the defeat this was a very encouraging display by the John Mitchels Ladies. Apart from anything else, it is very encouraging that we had 20 players available for the game.
As well as all the players mentioned above, Tanya O Connor was very dominant in the art of blocking while Lorna Moriarty on her return to action can be very happy with her performance. Julie Foley, Shannon Martin, Ashleigh Murphy and Aoife O’Brien were their usual dependable selves in defence.
Sarah Kilgallen and Simi Ogungsbesan more than shared parity in the midfield battle while in attack, Diana O Keeffe, Grace Hamilton and Emelia Brusnik won a lot of primary possession and always looked a threat. Clara O Dowd, Ellen O’Brien and Ellie O’Rahilly all made telling impacts from the bench.
Training continues on Thursday night at 7.15 as we prepare to continue the remainder of our Donal Curtin Cup games, the County League and of course the County Championship. As always, all new players are more than welcome to join the club, to have some fun, make new friends and who knows improve their mental and physical fitness and the skills of the game. The senior ladies would like to thank Foleys Spar who sponsored their new jerseys.
Mother and others
John Mitchels is starting a mothers and others team this year in the hope of getting ladies out and active. You need to be over the ae of 25 and not currently playing competitive football. Our first training session is on Tuesday evening at 8pm please come along and join in the fun
Under 6s and boys and girls
We had a terrific turnout for training on Sunday morning. Our under 6 boss and girls trained in glorious sunshine on the astroturf. Special thanks to some of the senior players for coming down to help out with training.
Everyone had great fun and highlight of the day for this group was catch the coach with our senior men’s captain Mikey Walsh proving most difficult coach to catch.
Training continues again next Sunday at 11am.
As always new members are always welcome
Under 7s boys and girls
We moved our under 7 outside onto the AstroTurf on Sunday morning in glorious sunshine. The boys put in a fantastic session under the watchful eye of our senior men’s captain Mikey Walsh. Skill emphasis today was kicking and all put in a great effort.
We finished with some some sided 3v3 games.
Training continues next Sunday at 11am.
As always new members are always welcome
u8 and 10 girls who played against stacks on Sunday morning. Great fun was had by all.
Under 8 and 10 Girls
Our u8 & u10 girls had a good turnout for the first of the Go Games against Austin Stacks. Some brilliant individual football and teamwork was on display.
The Girls and Coaches were delighted with their performance.
We are looking forward to next Sunday morning’s training at 10:30am sharp. New players always welcome.
Under 12 Girls
The U12 girls trained under fabulous sunshine Wednesday & Sunday . The girls welcomed Sophie to the team & are starting to prepare for the upcoming county league. Huge congratulations to the U14 girls on their tremendous success last Sunday in the county league which included some of very own u12s, your coaches are extremely proud of you all. Training continues every Wednesday 7-8 & Sundays 12-1 , newcomers always welcome.
Under 14 Girls
A quiet week this week for John Mitchels u14 girls after the excitement of 2 County finals the previous weekend.
It is fair to say that the club and player, coaches and parents got a huge boost after winning both games. In particular the second game was a tense affair, going to extra time and credit must go to both our opponents, Dr Crokes and St Pats for two well contested games on the day.
After the finals, the player, parents and coaches ducked out of the rain and went upstairs to the meeting room for presentation of medals to the Green and Gold teams.
Great credit is due to the parents who helped out with the food, and preparations, and particularly to James O’Dowd for sponsoring pizzas for the teams after the game. It was a lovely finish to a terrific day.
The players got a well-deserved break during the week, but the Green team were on call again on Thursday when they hosted Castleisland Desmonds in a challenge game.
It was a tough task against a very strong team, but our girls gave a good account of themselves and the lessons learned will surely stand to the team during the season. Many thanks to Desmonds for travelling and to George O’Donnell for refereeing the game.
Under 16 girls
The Girls had a great turnout Monday evening for training which allowed for plenty of skill-based drills throughout the training session. Training Monday from 7-8 new comers welcome.
We are so grateful to Manor West Hotel for sponsoring the U16’s John Mitchels Girls jerseys. Included is Colin Boyle & Duty Manager Sarah Carey.
We are so grateful to Manor West Hotel for sponsoring the U16’s John Mitchels Girls jerseys for the season ahead. On Monday evening the girls headed to Manor West Hotel to show off their new Jersey kit and get some photos done with Colin Boyle & Duty Manager Sarah Carey.
Coaches left to right John Reidy Diana O Keeffe (coaches) Sarah Carey of Manor West Hotel Ava Buckley and Jamie Finigan (coaches)U9 BOYS WHO PLAYED NA GAEIL IN GO GAMES ON SUNDAY MORNING.
Under 9 boys
John Mitchels & @nagaeilgaa U9 Boys played some fantastic football on Sunday Morning last in John Mitchels. Both sides had a great turnout which meant more team’s & most importantly every player getting involved & getting plenty of ball!!
Our thanks to @nagaeilgaa for being well organized & their teams playing great football & we look forward to a return visit in the near future.
John Mitchels U9 Boys training continues every Sunday Morning from 10.15am All Newcomers Welcome.
Under 11 boys
Our U11 Boys had the first game of Phase 2 of our County Go Games last Thursday. We played Laune Rangers at home under the glorious sunshine and what an evening of football we got. Our lads worked especially hard and supported their teammates with some hard running off the ball. We have worked hard on the core skills of the game and it really showed tonight as we passed the ball when it should have been passed and we took some fantastic scores. We would like to thank Laune Rangers for a very sporting game.
Under 13 Boys
The U13a had a busy week with 4 games between both teams.
The Gold team lost in Division 9 on Wednesday evening to a much-improved Stacks team, from the one we faced earlier in the season, the Green team played afterwards and ran out comprehensive winners against Stacks, this secured a County semifinal with a game to spare, our semifinal opponents are still unknown at the time of writing,
The boys played the final group game on Friday night against Legion, with the result set to determine first and second in our group, although the result wouldn’t matter to progression it would determine if we meet the form team in the other group.
The boys kicked some great scores, lin the first half and we came in with a 12-point lead at the break, Legion turned it on in the second half and narrowed the margin to 2, the defence came alive and shut up shop and the forwards sprung to life again pushing the margin out to 6 before the final whistle.
Our Gold team went out on Sunday evening on a lovely pitch in Legion played in glorious weather, we were able to call on some of our U11 boys to bolster the squad knowing a win would send the boys into a county semifinal in division 9 which is the highest league they could enter.
The game was very even up to half time, with the scores 1:6 apiece going into the break. Legion pulled away in the second half and we had no answer, we battled hard to the end but just couldn’t close the gap. Final score 3:16 to 1:13 defeat.
Under 15 Boys
As we prepare for the upcoming central league competition, we’ll need everybody training times and dates will be sent out by whatts app
This Wednesday we play Austin stacks in a friendly match in Connolly Park at 7pm
John Mitchels players Darragh Field, Luke Hanafin & Sean Sargent who played with the U14 North Kerry Football Development Squad against Kildare
Minors
Stay tuned for training details as we wait Town league fixtures.
Full Body Strength & Conditioning Classes Free for All Members.
Come along on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6amand avail of our free strength and conditioning classes being facilitated by George Bastible. All you need is motivation, an exercise mat and water. Open to all 18-year old’s and over.
Bingo
Bingo is on Wednesday and Friday nights. Eyes down at 8.30pm sharp at Chamfers John Joe Sheehy Road Tralee. Please note that only patrons 18 years and over are eligible to play bingo and proof of age will be required on request. Any persons under 18 years of age cannot unfortunately attend bingo.
Lotto
John Mitchels GAA Club Lotto Results: Sunday 28th May 2023. This week’s Lotto numbers are 10,19,20 & 29. The numbers today were drawn by George Bastible and George Lowe. There was no winner of the Jackpot of €3,650 Congratulations to our four lucky dip winners this week:
€25.00: Paul Barden
€25.00: Kieran O Donoghue
€25.00: Catherine O Mahony
€25.00: Jonathan O Halloran
Next week’s Jackpot is €3,700.00 and the draw will take place on Facebook Live on Sunday 04th May 2023 at 11am. Ticket sales close at 9am sharp. Tickets can be purchased by clicking here: bit.ly/3LlAIYu
We thank you for all your support.
Clothes Collection
We have a clothes bank on site having joined up with St Vincent De Paul to raise much needed funds for both John Mitchel’s and SVP. All donations welcome.
John Mitchel’s Sports Complex & Chamfers
If anyone is interested in hiring the hall for indoor soccer, basketball etc. or our Astro turf please contact club reception on 066 7197070. We are also hiring out our old clubhouse on the John Joe Sheehy Road. You can hold dance classes, meetings, fitness classes, book clubs you name it we can cater your needs. For more information, please call us on 066 7197070 and we will be glad to assist.
Membership
John Mitchels Membership for 2023 is Now Open! Membership is a vital part of ensuring the clubs continued success and development. Whether you are a player, coach, supporter, parent of a player or member of the wider community, we welcome all members at John Mitchels. You can still take out your membership through our website or by calling to Ballyseedy any Sunday morning from 10.30 until 12 where Club Registrar Georgie Lowe will be available to take payment.
Sympathy
On behalf of all in John Mitchel’s we also extend a sincere sympathy to the families of the following:
Lotto results: Lotto Tue 23rd May 2023. No winner. Numbers drawn were 9, 24, 27, 31. Lucky dip winners of €20 were Jack Harty, James Crean, Nora Hallissey, Kathleen O’Shea, Pat Murphy. Tomorrow night’s jackpot will be €2,950. Why not try your luck in our lotto. The links is as follows: https://www.klubfunder.com/Clubs/Na%20Gaeil%20CLG/lotto
Registration: We have made it very easy for all parents to pay membership by following the link to Klubfunder: https://www.klubfunder.com/Clubs/Na%20Gaeil%20CLG/Membership The family membership is a great option to help support our ever-expanding club.
Bingo: Every Monday evening in Na Gaeil clubhouse at 8pm sharp. Over €1,000 in cash prizes guaranteed every week, with an accumulator jackpot in play each week. Double book €10, Single book €6, Mini book €3. Jackpot Sheets €2 each. Bus service available on 087-2817577. Please note our bingo is now open to over 18s only.
Quiz: The next monthly quiz will go ahead next Thursday, June 1st, at 8.30pm. This will be the last quiz for a couple of months so please come along to the club for a great night next Thursday.
Kerry Senior Ladies: Commiserations to Mary O’Connell and the Kerry Ladies team who lost to Cork yesterday in the Munster Final in Mallow. All is not lost however as the girls are still in the championship and now go into Group C with Dublin and Cavan. Fixtures to be confirmed later.
Kerry Senior Men: Good luck to Jack Barry, Diarmuid O’Connor and the Kerry team as they take on Cork in Round 2 of Group 1 next Saturday at 3pm in Páirc Uí Chaoimh.
U5 Boys & Girls: New members are always welcome. Contact Denis on 087-2808719.
U7 Boys & Girls: We had 28 kids training in our U7’s group yesterday morning. The group concentrated on their hand passing and soloing.
U11 Boys: Our u11s had a fabulous morning of football yesterday in Kenmare. We will be at home to Listry next Thursday at 6.30pm (2 games).
U13 Boys: Both our A team and B team will have County League semi-finals next weekend. Match details to be confirmed later this week.
U17 Boys: Last Monday night our u17 boys played Dingle/Annascaul/Lispole in the Kelliher’s Toyota Central Region Div. 4 semi-final. The visitors dominated the first quarter and led by 1-5 to 0-1 after 15 minutes.
Both teams added 2 points before the interval to leave us training by 1-7 to 0-3 at halftime. Our lads started the second half brightly & reduced the gap to 5 points but 2 goals for Dingle/Annascaul/Lispole either side of a penalty goal by Mark Lynch saw the visitors run out easy winners on a scoreline of Na Gaeil 1-8, Dingle/Annascaul/Lispole 3-14.
Team: Iarla Ó hAiniféin, Daragh Morris, Kevin O’Donoghue,Brian Reidy, Ruadhan Clifford, Jamie Schoenmaker, Cillian Griffin, Ruairí Ó hAiniféin, Seán Barrett, Jack Costello, Mark Lynch, Paddy McElligott, Brian Heaphy, Seán Barry, Jack Kelly.
Senior County League: Our men’s senior team are away to Glenbeigh/Glencar next Sunday in round 8 of the Credit Union County League.
The club are considering taking a supporters bus to the game if there are sufficient numbers looking to travel. If you are interested in travelling please text Dan on 085-8689529.
Volunteers: The club are looking for people to help out at bingo on Monday nights. If you can spare 2 hours every 5 or 6 weeks then Niamh (087-9863667) would be delighted to have you on board.
Kelloggs Cúl Camp: The Kelloggs Cúl Camp will be held in Na Gaeil on the week starting Monday 3rd July.
Na Gaeil camp: Note for your diary …..The club’s annual GAA camp will be held this year from 7th-11th August. More details to follow in due course.
Hire the Hall: The hall in the clubhouse is available for parties or other events. Please email nagaeilclubhouse@gmail.com if you’d like to make a booking.
Na Gaeil cycle club: Cycle each Saturday at 9am from Na Gaeil club. Everyone is welcome to come for a nice friendly cycle.
Cards: The weekly 45 card game is back. Every Wednesday night, starting at 9pm sharp.
Notes: If you’d like anything included in the club’s weekly notes please send it to me at pro.nagaeil.kerry@gaa.ie before 9am on Monday and I’ll do my best to include it.
Congratulations to club stalwart Tommy Walsh on his marriage to Dawn Lynch which took place in Marbella last week – wishing you both many years of health and happiness.
Round 8 of the county league will see us travel to Lewis Road on Friday night next, 2nd June when we take on Dr Crokes where throw in is @ 19.30 – Crokes sit on top of division 1 with 11 points, winning 5 and drawing with Legion – their only loss came at home to Ballymacelligott earlier in the competition.
As usual, your support would be greatly appreciated.
Best of luck to Tomás Kennedy and Eddie Lacey with the Kerry minors on Friday night next when they take on Cork here in Austin Stack Park in the Munster final – throw in is @ 19.30; both teams will advance to the quarter finals irrespective of the result.
Kerry with Micheál Quirke on the sideline will travel to Páirc Uí Chaoimh next Sat in the 2nd of the round robin games where a win is a must following the first round defeat to Mayo.
Tickets are now on sale via https://am.ticketmaster.com/gaa/ and usual Centra/SuperValu stores.
Pricing is €25 adults, €20 Stu/Oap and €5 juvenile. Tickets are unreserved, area specific.
Noel Kelter – An appreciation:
Sympathy is expressed to the Kelter family on the sad passing of Noel.
Noel played Senior Co. League and Co. Championship football with Strand Road in the 80s . He played at centre field and gave great service to the club at that time. An all round sportsman and footballer ,he will be sadly missed by all of those that had the privilege of playing with him. As a mark of respect to the late Noel ,the club flag was at half mast and a minute’s silence was observed, before our Co. League game v Gneeveguilla last weekend..
Ar dheis dé go raibh a anam.
Juveniles:
Another busy morning in Ballyrickard for our Juvenile Academy on Sunday morning. Great to see so many children out on our pitches. A massive thank you to our Juvenile Committee for generously providing ice-cream treats for the boys and girls after the session. A well deserved treat after all their hard work.
U5 Boys
These boys are showing great improvement each week and are putting in huge effort at each training session with their fantastic coaches who couldn’t be prouder of them. Keep up the good work boys and don’t forget to practice as much as ye can during the week.
U6 Girls:
The coaches had a fantastic morning with these girls. They combined with the boys and focused on skills. Hand passing, catching and movement. It was Georgia’s birthday and everyone enjoyed some delicious cake followed by ice cream. Well done to all the girls
U7 Boys:
Fantastic numbers in attendance Sunday morning. The boys skills set is coming along nicely and they are all showing great team work throughout. The boys focused on positions on the pitch, kicking and hand passing the ball working it up and down the field. Keep up the good work and practice as much as you can during h the week.
U8 Girls:
After two weeks of games the girls were back in Ballyrickard for some fun training. There was a massive improvement in all players noted by the coaches. Loads of the girls had a shot on goal or over the bar and it was great to see them all trying during the game.
Aoife and Carragh stood out for committing themselves to the ball and getting stuck in. Overall there was huge progress since we played the games and we can see how the girls must be practising at home.
U9 Boys:
This week’s U9 Boys academy session was a lively affair. We focused on developing fundamental movements, relays, basic skills, and team play. Special shoutout to our superstars Hugh and Coach Ray, who showed us how it’s done by winning the top-bins challenge! Keep up the practice at home and you are making tremendous progress!
U10 Girls:
The girls were delighted to hear from their coaches how well they played at their games the past two weeks. They concentrated on kick passing and hand passing the ball while on the move during a game at the end of the session they put these into practice.
The coaches can see a huge improvement in each girl and are delighted with the girls. Keep up the good work more games to follow.
U11 Boys
Our U11 Boys had a busy week; they travelled to Listowel on Thursday evening for the County League. Well done to all on a fantastic performance. They put in a great training session on Sunday morning with drills and a game against each other at the end of the session. The boys will play Ballymac at home this Thursday. We hope to see full attendance on the night.
U13 Boys:
Honours even at Healy Park 2-10 to 3-7 in a game of 2 extremely different halfs on Sunday, KOR led by 7 at half time but with the wind in their sails in the 2nd half Currow put on the pressure and clocked up some good scores none more important than a goal in the last kick of the game to even the score.
The boys in blue showed glimpses of brilliance but a little lack of consistency in the 2nd half caught up with us, all in all the draw was a fair result on the day.
Well done all we keep learning and improving and we look forward to the next game. U13 Coaches.
Fixtures:
U11 Boys v Ballymac Thursday 1st June in Ballyrickard
U13 Boys B v St. Pats Monday 29th May in Blennerville at 7.30pm
Central Region final:
Kerins O Rahillys/St. Pats Minors v Sneem/Derrynane/Templenoe/Tuosist Monday 29th May at 7pm in Dr Crokes pitch
NÓTAÍ NA mBAN
‘Silence is Golden’ or should be on and off the pitch!
With the longer evenings, all pitches are being utilised throughout the week. It’s fantastic to see so many girls and boys having great fun in Pat Healy Park, Ballyrickard.
Going to watch a match is brilliant, win, lose or draw… supporting our teams is what matters . It’s good to be competitive but in a nice way. The behaviour of supporters and coaches can sometimes rub off on the players , that’s a good thing once there’s no negativity.
We all need to control our emotions. If you have nothing positive to say then say nothing at all. This also applies to our players.
Players, coaches and supporters , please allow everyone to have the benefit of the enjoyment and freedom of football. It’s long enough that we were all locked away.
“Mol an óige agus tiocfaidh siad.”
U12 Girls
Fun in the sun… well done to our U12s who enjoyed training last Saturday in sunny Pat Healy Park, Ballyrickard. The going was heavy with the sun beating down but a Calippo afterwards made the hard work all worthwhile.
We still have some cobwebs to be shaken off so hoping for a full turnout at training next week. Remember practice, practice, practice builds progression steadily.
We are hoping to have a challenge match during the week. More details to follow once confirmed.
Welcome to Lily and Leyia. We hope that you will have plenty of fun and make many lifelong friends here with us.
And the good news is that the Co. league will be commencing in June.
CUMANN NA mBUNSCOL
What an evening it was in Austin Stack Park last Tuesday evening for the Cumann Na mBunscol division 1 final.
Scoil Eoin’s football stars shone against Kenmare’s team . Congrats to the team, their manager Robert Kennedy and our Strand Road ladies and Allie Kerins who was joint captain.
U14 GIRLS
Training continues twice weekly in preparation for the Co. league which will be starting over the next few weeks.
FÉILE 2023
Preparations are underway in preparation for this wonderful day out on Saturday, July 1st. The excitement is building!
U16 GIRLS
Training continues on Tuesdays and Thursday at the usual time of 7p.m.
This team will have no competitive action in the Co. League until after the Junior Cert.
MINORS
Looking forward to seeing some brilliant displays of football from our minor ladies in the next round of the Co. league when Rathmore will play host on Monday, May 29th.
We have a back game to play v Kilcummin over the next few weeks.
PDP
This year’s U17 player development programme is for girls born in 2006 and 2007.
Messages have been sent into the relevant groups.
EXAM TIME
Don’t stress, do your best as you prepare for your Junior and Leaving Cert. Also for everyone who is doing their summer exams this week give them your best shot and remember that you have a fine long summer ahead of you.
Best of luck to you in your upcoming exams.
SENIORS
Well done to our senior ladies who hosted Ballyduff in round 5 of the Donal Curtin Cup. Our team, which featured a number of ladies emerging from the minor ranks, were focused to dig deep to register another win in this competition.
The Ballyduff ladies failed to settle and Strand Road seized upon their early momentum to move into a commanding lead in the first half.
It was Ballyduff who needed a quick start to the second half but our ladies continued to power on as they did from the throw in. As a team we put together some good moves that yielded some fine scores. Our ladies put in a great performance yet again and came away with the spoils.
Best wishes to Ballyduff who are starting out in their senior football venture. In fairness to the opposition they never threw the towel in and gave it everything but we were the stronger team on the day.
We still have a back game to play v Currow before the next round.
Round 6 of this competition will be on July 17th ( TBC) when we will host Laune Rangers.
The Co. league is starting in June.
CONDOLENCES
Our condolences to the families and friends of Shane Scannell and Jerome Bourke . May their souls rest in peace.
.Tralee Parnells U11 that played Crotta in Caherslee last Saturday
U11 Hurling
Our U11s played Crotta in a very competitive game in Caherslee on Saturday evening in glorious sunshine. This was a great performance by this group of players with the Parnells lads preventing Crotta having vital scores, with great blocks and defending. There is a huge improvement to be seen all the time and the team should be very proud of their performance.
Our U15 Camogie team being presented with a fully stocked first aid bag by Grainne Ryle of Ryles Pharmacy Ashe St
U15 Camogie
Our U15s are continuing their preparation and fundraising for their trip to Féile in Roscommon at the end of June. They hosted a very successful table quiz in Na Gaeil clubhouse last Friday night.
Thanks to everyone who came and supported in great numbers. The winning team on the night were Breda O’Regan, Bernie Daly, Carmel Spring and Lynda Harris. In particular,thanks to our quiz sponsor Celsius Menswear and to the following raffle sponsors:
CH Chemist
Shaws
Seán Hussey
Connolly Jewellers
Woodies DIY
John Ross Jewellers
Munster Bar
The Fiddler
Lloyd’s Pharmacy
Crag Caves
Maguires Butchers
All care Pharmacy
Playdium
The Tankard
The Rose Hotel
Kerry County Museum
The Aqua Dome
The team were also recently presented with a fully stocked first aid bag and a supply of ice packs for their féile campaign by Gráinne Ryle of Ryles pharmacy Ashe Street. The club is very grateful for their support and generosity.
Taking part in the table quiz.
Senior Hurling
Tralee Parnells 2-14 Causeway 3-14
Our Senior team played their last County League game in Caherslee on Wednesday evening knowing a draw or win would see them through to the semi-finals. A loss and it would come down to score difference.
As it happened though the result on the night was disappointing, scoring prowess in previous matches ensured that Parnells are through to their first ever County League semi-final.
The team welcomed back all their Kerry panelists – Tadhg Brick (0-2), Brian Lonergan (0-4), Luke Barrett and Morgan Madden (0-1)- and while it was great to see them back in the Parnells jersey, their was a lack of sharpness in the team as a whole. Causeway were more clinical and took their goal chances well, though Parnells won’t be pleased with the ease in which they were allowed to score.
On the plus side, Parnells had 9 different scorers, with subs Pip and recently recruited player, Sean Woulfe, getting the goals. The lads can now look forward to the semi-final next Wednesday with the opposition to be determined on Monday night following a back game on the other side of the league.
Junior Hurling
Tralee Parnells B 2-8 St Brendans C 3-15
Our Junior team played the final round of the County League in Ardfert last Friday evening. This certainly was a game of two halves with St Brendans building up a big half-time lead, but with Parnells coming back into the game in the second half with goals from Shane O’Neill and Sean Woulfe. Unfortunately, they had left themselves too much of a hill to climb and St Brendans closed out the game with a goal with the last puck of the game.
Lotto
This weeks club lotto numbers drawn were: 3, 5, 20, 22. No winner of the €1400 jackpot. Lucky dip winners were Marnie OSullivan and David Brick. Next draw will take place on 5th June where the jackpot will increase to €1500. Play at https://traleeparnells.clubforce.com/lotto
Tralee Parnells Golf Classic
In 2022, Tralee Parnells was granted a 13 year licence for the use of the GAA pitch at the Tralee Sports Complex in Oakpark for our Academy players – “Pairc na Darach”.
In order to upgrade the pitch at Pairc na Darach to make it suitable for playing hurling and camogie, we need to invest a substantial amount of money – already the club has invested in ball-stops, nets, landscaping and sanding.
Further funding is required to complete the work so our young hurlers and camogie players can display their skills on a top quality playing surface in a safe environment. To this end, the club is running our inaugural Golf Classic in Beaufort Golf Club on Friday July 21st next.
Teams of 4 are €200. There are also other sponsorship opportunities – Sponsor a Tee/Green: €50. Sponsor a Hole: €100. Please contact Agnes at 087-8377969 or any member of the Committee for further information.
.Members of St Pats GAA joined by former Kerry player and manager Eamonn Fitzmaurice for the launch of the Dingle Way Challenge at Camp beach.
Dingle Way Challenge 2023
It is back this year for another great day out. It begins on Sunday 4th of June, please find details of the event and route details below. There are options to choose from for the experienced walker or those who want to enjoy a great day out and see the beautiful scenery which is part of this great event.
Ultra-Route
Starting at Brandon Creek on the West side of Cnoc Bhréanainn and walking over the shoulder of Mt Brandon, via Fothair na Manach and descending into Arraglen towards Teer Cross on the Eastern side of our 2nd highest peak trekkers will take a left turn and encompass the magnificent and spectacular scenery of Sauce Creak and follow the route to Brandon Point, enjoying the incredible views of Tralee Bay, Loop Head, The Seven Hogs and the Maharees Islands and the sandy beaches of Lower West Kerry. Ultra-walkers will then join the regular route and continue to Camp.
Having enjoyed the refreshments provided in Castlegregory walkers can decide to either (i) continue walking and follow the route to Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp or (ii) finish in Castlegregory where transport will be available to return to Blennerville.
Regular Route
From Brandon point, walkers will join the main road, passing the nostalgic fishing village of Brandon Quay and enjoy a well-earned hot breakfast at Halla le Chéile.
From here, walkers will follow the main road, through Cloghane Village to Fermoyle Beach and exit at the nearby Castlegregory Golf Club and continue on route to Castlegregory Village for further refreshments.
The final trek is a mix of back roads and beaches with Gleanteenassing Forest, Sliabh Mish Mountains on the right-hand side and Tralee Bay to the left as walkers approach the final stop at Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp.
Having enjoyed the refreshments provided in Castlegregory walkers can decide to (i) either continue walking and follow the route to Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp or (ii) finish in Castlegregory where transport will be available to return to Blennerville.
Walkers can also decide to join in the Challenge by starting in Castlegregory and following the route to Camp.
Transport will be available along the route to facilitate any walker(s) who may decide that they have enjoyed enough of the challenge.
updates on: facebook @stpatsgaaclub or www.stpatsgaaclub.com and via email.
Buses to Blennerville will be provided from Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp to St Pat’s Club in Blennerville.
Updates on: Facebook @stpatsgaaclub or www.stpatsgaaclub.com and via email.
DON GHNÁTH, DON NEAMHGHNÁCH AGUS DON UATHÚIL –
FOR THE ORDINARY, THE LESS ORDINARY AND THE EXTRA ORDINARY
Discover the spectacular landscapes and seascapes of the Dingle Peninsula and enjoy a great day of walking and talking with friends, old and new, with options for all, from the casual walker to the Ultra enthusiast.
Registering
Note: On-line ticket sales will close at 17:00 on Friday 2nd June. You can register at St Pats Blennerville (V92 RH98) on Sunday 4th June for Ultra route from 4:15 to 5 am, for Standard Route from 6:15 to 7:00am
Early Bird option has now closed: €60 from the 1st of May.
(Transaction charge will be added)
When registering please indicate which option you are most likely to undertake as this will help in the planning of transport and food requirements.
Option 1 (Ultra Route – Brandon Creek to Fitzgerald’s Bar, Camp 48Km):
Starting at Brandon Creek on the West side of Cnoc Bhréanainn to Halla le Chéile via Brandon Point (12Km). Hot breakfast will be available in Halla le Chéile to fortify you for the rest of the trek to Blennerville.
The bus from St. Pats Club to Brandon Creek will leave at 5:00am, pick-up at the Junction Bar at 5:45am. Walking to commence at 6:30 am approx. (These are indicative times actual times will be emailed to you well in advance of the DWC)
Option 2 (Standard Route – Brandon Point to Fitzgerald’s Bar, Camp 32Km):
The standard route will start at Brandon Point and finish at Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp. Buses to Blennerville will be available here to transport you back to Blennerville.
Walkers can decide to (i) complete the 32Km route (ii) complete the route from Brandon Point and finish in Castlegregory or (iii) start in Castlegregory and finish at Fitzgerald’s Bar, Camp.
Transport will be available along the route to facilitate any walker(s) who may decide that they have enjoyed enough of the challenge.
Plan your start time to finish within time.
All participants are required to complete whatever section of the DWC they undertake by 17:30 i.e., will have signed off as completed along the route or in St. Pats Club grounds by 17:30.
At the end of the day’s walking all walkers are invited to relax in the grounds of St. Pat’s GAA Club where a barbeque and music will be provided by the Club.
You can register for this great event at the following link.
There was no winner of our Club Lotto Jackpot of €2200 on Sunday night last. The numbers drawn were 08,09,15 & 26.
The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:
1. Siobhan Burke c/o Betty’s Bar
2. John Kelliher Lohercannon
3. Christy Hallinan Rock Street
4. Jimmy O Shea Texaco
5. Caroline Poff Lohercannon
Next week’s lotto will have a jackpot of €2300 and the draw will take place on Monday night 05/06/2023 at 9:00 PM in Skelper Quanes Bar club lotto can be played online through the club website www.stpatsgaaclub.com, Lotto tickets can be purchased from any club officer or at the following outlets:
O’Shea Shop and Service Station Blennerville
Poff Motors Dingle Road
Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers Manor
Noyeks Mile Height
Byrnesworth
Skelper Quanes
Keane’s Of Curraheen
Betty’s Bar
The Rock Inn
Many Thanks to all who contribute to our weekly club Lotto. The club cannot emphasize 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 club’s future viability. Please have your Lotto entries in by 7pm, every Sunday evening.
Thank You
St Pats would like to express their gratitude to all our Dingle Way Challenge sponsors who gave generously to support this community event especially our two main sponsors 3D Personnel and Poff Motors. Without your support the Dingle Way Challenge would not be as successful as it is. We would also like to thank medical personnel, lead walkers, the organising committee, members of the community who help to keep everyone safe throughout the day and support each year to organise this event. Thank you to all of you who help in any small way.
Derryquay Fundraiser
Thank you to the community for supporting our summer bake sale, it was a huge success and as always, we appreciate your continued support for Derryquay NS.
Community Games
On last Saturday the National Community Games Cross Country event was held in Gormanstown, we had two athletes Erin o Shea and Steven Enright taking part. Erin ran a great race and well done in making Nationals but unfortunately her team did not place. Congratulations to Steven and his team who placed third in u14 mixed relay distance. Well done to you
U5
Well done to all the boys and girls who enjoyed under 5 training at St Pats this week. We were delighted to welcome Kya for her first time & welcome back to Jack R. We practiced lots of skills & fun games before a small match for the older children & obstacles for the younger ones. Well done to Oisín and Dylan who were the players of the week. Keep up the practice at home. No training next Sunday, please support the Dingle Way Challenge where you can.
U8 Girls
Well done to all our girls for putting in a huge effort and making it such an enjoyable morning in St Pats. and especially Isla our POTW.
Their coaches are delighted how their confidence and skills are developing week on week.!!
keep encouraging them to practice.
We have been in touch with other clubs so should nail down some Go Games dates this week for after the bank holiday!
U9
The U9 mixed team hosted Dingle last Tuesday evening where some great football was on display from both sides on a glorious evening. Thank you to the coaches and under 9 boys for a very enjoyable training session Sunday morning. They worked on hand passing and shooting skills and enjoyed a very competitive game at the end. Well done to Ensar on receiving player of the week. Keep up the practice at home. Next game at home to Castlegregory on Monday 6:30pm.
U10 Girls
The Under 10 girls had another great training session this week! We worked on our tackling and scoring and were delighted with the great turnout. Keep up the practice at home Girls.
U11
St Pats U-11’s were in Co League action last Thursday away to Ballydonoghue/ Clounmacon. Every one of our St Pats future stars AJ, Bruce, Thomas, Noah, Jace, Darragh Fla, Rylan, Cillian, Darragh S, Lukie, James, Cian, Jack, Paddy, Ben, Fionn, Dylan M and Jake all put in a great effort for the game. The coaches were delighted to see all the players display their skills on the night also.
Our next game is this Thursday 1st of June at home to Dingle at 6.30pm. It’s important ye all continue to attend our training sessions and also keep practicing your skills at home during the week. The training schedule for the week will be circulated to ye shortly. Naomh Pádraig Abú!!
U12 Girls
It was a busy week for the U12 Girls, On Tuesday evening last they played their 1st match of the week against Finuge /St. Senan’s. It was great to have the extra Girls from the Gaelic4girls initiative and some of the older U10’s playing up for the first time to make this already strong team even stronger, All Girls did fantastic and came away with a comfortable win.
The girls were away to Annascaul in Camp on Sunday evening last, for a friendly challenge match with our neighbours. Some great football was on display by both sides, and it was nip and tuck until the final whistle.
The Girls are delighted to be in the North Kerry final at home this week against Listowel B on Thursday evening at 8pm. All support for these talented girls would be welcome.
U13
Our U13’s continued their training this week on the freshly sanded pitch on Tuesday and Thursday with good numbers attending both sessions.
We were due to play Kerins O’Rahillys in our last group game of the County League, but it has been postponed by 24 hours to Monday May 29th at 8pm in Blennerville. Match report to follow in next week’s notes.
On a side note, we want to congratulate U13 player Stephen Enright who was part of the U14 Kerry Community Games Cross Country mixed relay team that came third in the national championships last Saturday in Meath. Well done, Stephen.
U14 Girls
The U-14 Girls played at home on Thursday evening in a friendly challenge against Ballyduff, St Pats were the stronger side, with a comfortable win.
There was a lovely surprise after the final whistle with a visit from ‘Sam’ for both teams. Thanks to Joe Costello for organising this exciting finale to the match with both teams having plenty of photo opportunities with the cup! Both sides went home in high spirits.
On a separate note, Congratulations to Niamh Murphy and Eve O Sullivan who were part of the U13 Camp Juniors soccer team that won the Joe Naughton shield final on Tuesday night last. Training continues this week.
U15
Our B Team suffered a defeat to Fossa last Wednesday night, however we had strong performances from Jamie Bowler and Conor Sheehan but special mention to Rodhan Culloo who played an outstanding game.
We take a week off training this week for exams.
U17
Our U17’s St Pats/Kerins O Rahilly’s were to play Ballymac B last Monday this did not go ahead. Our U17’s now play in the final on Monday night at 7pm in Dr. Crokes v Sneem/Derrynane/Templenoe/Tuosist. Good Luck to everyone.
Also, Tómas Kennedy part of our U17’s St Pats/ Kerins O Rahillys team is part of the Kerry Minors who will play Cork in the Electric Ireland Minor Football Championship Final on Friday 2nd of June at 7:30pm in Austin Stack Park Tralee. Tickets can be purchased onhttps://www.universe.com/users/munster-gaa-TR8ZGN or in participating Centra and Supervalu outlets. If you can’t make it to the match, it will be shown live on TG4.
Seniors
Our seniors play in their Round 8 of the County League against Tarbert, due to our Dingle Way Challenge taking place on Sunday this match will now go ahead on Friday 2nd of June at 7.30pm in Blennerville.
Please keep an eye for any changes in O Shea’s Gala, Byrnesworth and St Pats Old Clubhouse.
Senior B’s
We travelled the short distance to Annascaul last Sunday to play our Round 4 game, Annascaul opened the scoring within two minutes with a goal. On the 6th minute of time Adam Hegarty rattled the back of the net to begin our scoring. Two quick points from the opposition and we were a draw, Tommy Lynch took his shot and over the bar it sailed to add another point.
With point for point scoring Annascaul got a point with which Martin Lurcher got his first point to bring us within a point. St Pats took their opportunity to pull ahead with four scores unanswered, With a point each from Adam Hegarty and Conor Enright.
With the clock showing the 26th minute, Brian Murphy heading towards the opposition’s goals he kicked the ball hoping for a point which landed in the top right-hand corner of the net.
Joe O’Connor added one more point till Annascaul decided it was their turn to score with three points came quickly before the whistle blew to signal half time. St Pats B 2-05 Annascaul B 1-06
In the second half Annascaul opened with four scores three points and a goal, Brian Murphy put the ball over the bar to add another point for us. Again, the opposition added a point with Brian Murphy putting another point on the board.
With Annascaul getting another point, Paudi Bailey kicked the ball over the bar, this was our last score of the game. With two quick goals and two more points scored by Annascaul, it seemed this match wasn’t going to end in our favour. The final whistle blew St Pat’s B 2-08 Annascaul B 5-13
St Pats Team: Trevor Farmer, James Dowling, Joe O Connor, Dylan Griffin, Conor Enright, Tommy Lynch, Martin Savage, Cillian O Riordan, Brian Murphy, Matin Lurcher, Cormac Lynch, Jack Lynch, Adam Hegarty, Ian McCarthy and Paudi Bailey.
Subs Used: Mike Doody for Cillian O Riordan, Nathan Moriarty for Jack Lynch, Danny Greaney for Ian McCarthy, Cillian O Riordan for Tommy Lynch, Jack Lynch for Adam Hegarty, Liam O Sullivan for Danny Greaney (Injured) and Ian McCarthy for Paudi Bailey.
Congratulations
To Damien Counihan and Catríona Knightly who got married last Saturday.
To Niamh Murphy and Eve O Sullivan who were part of the U13 Camp Juniors soccer team that won the Joe Naughton shield final on Tuesday night last.
Good Luck
To Tómas Kennedy who is part of the Kerry Minors to take on Cork in the Electric Ireland Minor Football Championship Final on Friday 2nd of June in Austin Stacks Park at 7.30pm.
Speedy Recovery
To Danny Greaney who came off injured at our Senior B’s match at the weekend.
Birthday
Birthday Wishes to Margaret Spillane who celebrated a significant birthday recently.
Birthday Wishes to Paddy Sullivan who celebrated a significant birthday recently.
Sympathy
The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Annette Egan Fenit, Dora Smith Castlegregory and Neasa Ní Mhorain Camp.
Up to date fixture list are posted on social media on Monday mornings
Please note that all fixtures can be changed so check our media outlets for notice of changes.
Senior Team
The Credit Union SFL: Division 1 Round 8
Ballymacelligott V Milltown/Castlemaine next Sunday at 2pm at home in Ballymac
Players Injury Fund
Full details of Players Injury fund for 2023 are now on our web site at www.ballymacgaa.com. It is important that all players and parents be fully informed by reading this important document. http://www.ballymacgaa.com/gaa-injury-benefit-fund-2023-important-information/
Senior Ladies
Donal Curtin Round 4 Monday 22nd May 2023
Ballymac 1-09 Legion 1-07
A really hard-fought encounter in Killarney where strong defending and robust tackling was very much to the fore. In a game where scores were at a premium we started well and had a goal from Jill Quirke and a pointed free from Roisin Rahilly. Legion fought back and scored 1-02.
A Roisin point from play left the half time score 1-02 apiece. Management made some positional switches at the break which helped the team balance for the second half.
We again started the second half well and two Ella Quirke points followed by one from Eve Creedon. However, credit to fought back with two of their own. It was nip and tuck from there on with our defence playing really well when asked the hard questions. Kerry also had a super save to keep us ahead.
Heroic defence from Niamh Rahilly, Anna Collins, Ciara Kerins and Rachel Griffin kept us ahead. An amazing energetic performance from Keelin Enright from midfield where she covered every blade of grass took a lot of pressure off our defence also.
We finished the game well with points from Ella, Lisa Curran, Roisin and Jill left the score 1-09 to 1-07 at the final whistle.
Overall, a hard-fought victory on a night when we were missing a number of players. Massive credit to the 16 who togged out and especially Kate O Connor who was under the weather but came to ensure we had an option from the bench.
TEAM: Kerry Hennessy, Anna Collins, Niamh Rahilly, Laura Kelly, Ciara Kerins, Una Kerins, Rachel Griffin, Keelin Enright, Ellie McElligott, Caoimhe Carroll, Roisin Rahilly (0-03), Lisa Curran (0-01), Ella Quirke (0-03), Eve Creedon (0-01), Jill Quirke (1-01)
SUB: Kate O Connor
North Kerry Development Squads
It was a busy weekend for our players involved with the development squads
Under 16s played Mayo we had Stephen Turner, Jack Joy, Eoin Moriarty and Mairtin Mc Kivergan,
Under 15s we had Eoghan Joy who was captain for the day.
Under 14s Jack Collins made his Kerry debut when they played Kildare
As a club we are very proud of all these boys and wish them well on the various panels
Ballymac minor team.
Minor Boys
Ballymac GAA -v- Austin Stacks Minor Central Region – Final – Div 2
Ballymacelligott GAA 2-07 (13) Austin Stacks 0-12
Our Minor team played in the final of the Central Region Division 2 competition in glorious early summer conditions in Strand Road on Monday Evening, May 22nd.
In the first half, it was a nip and tuck affair with Ballymac going into an early 3-point lead with some fine score taking by Micheal Savage. Subsequently, it was Jamie Burke who found the back of the net to help drive us on.
However, it was Austin Stacks who controlled the ball in the latter period of the first half and brought us back level at the interval on a scoreline of 1-3 to 0-6.
The second half started in a similar cagey fashion with both teams testing each other’s defence at various periods. The ever-industrious Jack Joy found the back of the net to help boost our chances.
However, Stacks, nearing the end of the game took the lead for the first time but our fellas never gave up with some fantastic fielding from our captain Cathal White & Eoin Moriarty.
Second Half substitute, Luke Silles, on his return from injury, popped over a bullet of a leveller to ensure all in attendance was in for a grand stand finish.
In as dramatic of a finish to a game as you will see, Jack Joy, got fouled near 45 yards out and placed the ball on the surface and took on the responsibility of taking on the kick which turned out to be the last kick of the game.
With nerves of steel, Jack popped the ball over the black spot ensuring victory in heart stopping fashion. The scenes that followed will live long in the memory for any Ballymac person in attendance.
Congratulations to the boys on an outstanding, hard-fought victory. The club is immensely proud of you and your campaign! Ballymac ABU!!
Jack Joy (1-03), Micheal Savage (0-3) Jamie Burke (1-00), Luke Silles (0-01)
Team on the night; 1. Cian Harris, 2. Maurice Harrington, 3. Thomas Leen, 4. Sam Slattery, 5. Conal Savage, 6. Cathal White (C), 7. Micheal O’Connor, 8. Shane Gilroy, 9. Eoin Moriarty, 10. Ciaran O’Connell, 11. Mairtin Mc Kivergan, 12. Gearoid Healy, 13. Micheal Savage, 14. Jamie Burke, 15. Jack Joy 17. Luke Griffin, 18. Alex Riordan, 19. Evan O’Brien, 20. Luke Silles 21. Eoghan Joy
U16 Girls
Wishing all the under 16 girls who are sitting their junior cert exams in the next few weeks the very best of luck
U15 Boys
County League Division 9 Final
Ballymac 4-14 Listowel 4-3
In a free flowing and sporting game of football, Ballymac came out on top in a game that truthfully, we fully deserved to win.
A comfortable half time lead of 2-7 to 1-1, was reflective of the superiority of our lads. However, it must be said that in this half Listowel were a bit wasteful up front and had a lot of wides. Add to this some resolute defending by our boys. Also, and more importantly, our custodian Jack Lynch pulled off 3 tremendous saves. Had these gone in???
The 2nd half saw Ballymac play some fantastic football on both ends of the pitch and our lead was extended.
Listowel to their credit, never gave in and went searching for goals. They eventually breached our cover once…., then again…and then again!!
Game on! 8 points in it…could they get another? No said our boys, we knuckled down, saw out the game, and the refs whistle sounded much to the delight of our boys and supporters.
For the majority of this team, this victory was made all the sweeter, because of all the heartbreaks experienced over the last number of years. A fitting and just reward for this talented bunch.
Thanks to our loyal supporters, to a sporting Listowel team and management and to St Pats for the use of their fine facilities. Thanks also to Billy who reffed the game very well.
Graham West and Kyran Boyle accepted the trophy on behalf of the team.
A number of injuries and school tours meant we only had the bare 1 5.
But it’s quality, not quantity
Team 1. Jack Lynch…solid as a rock. Kept us in it with top class saves and his kick outs were on the money. Most improved player on our squad by far.
2. Kyran Boyle…joint captain, showed tremendous character when faced with injury. A warrior on our team. Played really well.
3. Fionn Enright…so dependable, Fionn puts in near perfect games every time he plays. Is growing in confidence and potential.
4. Gearoid OConnor…had an outstanding game and only u1 3!! Tackled and carried with ease. A good player with a bright future.
5. Daniel Moriarty…quality, energy, skill…his qualities are endless. Another u13 player who had an excellent game.
6. Jackson Brosnan…a candidate for man of the match. Jackson’s ability to read the game is unparalleled. Combine this with his natural strength and skill, and you see why he is so good.
7. Conor McCarthy…another man of the match candidate. Bossed his man from start to finish, carried the ball very well and set up our forwards to score. Chipped in with 2 quality points. Excellent game.
8. Jack Collins…head and shoulders above everybody else, it’s easy to see why he has been recently selected on development squad. Dominated the middle, scored at will and set up his team mates for scores time and again. Finished with an incredible 2-9!
9. Cian Gilroy…played really well in the 1st half, but it was the 2nd half where we saw his true self. 1 of the best readers of the game on our team, his positional sense thwarted many dangerous Listowel attacks. After a tough couple of weeks for Cian and his family, this was thoroughly deserving.
10. Seadhna O’Brien…worked tirelessly on the wing getting up and down the pitch. Seamlessly slotted into the backs when we went down to 14 men, and though he may not have been our top scorer, his high work rate was a huge factor in the winning of the game.
11. Ryan Burke…played a very very smart game. Linked extremely well with his defence and carried the ball with great efficiency and confidence.
12. Graham West…joint captain and 1 of Graham’s best games. Caught, tackled, passed and scored. Kicked 2 good points. Should be very proud of his performance.
13. Shane Cassidy… Shane has developed a habit of getting goals in every match…and tonight was no different!!…. chipping the keeper for a goal in the 2nd half to add to his personal tally.
14. Conor Lynch…another player with a high football IQ, Conor brought all players around him into it with unselfish passing. Got his goal, deservingly so, in 2nd half.
1 5. Tadhg OConnor…another u13 player who did very well for himself. Not fazed by the big pitch or older players, he even chipped in with a point too.
Injured/ unavailable; Darragh McMahon, Liam O’RahiIIy, Cathal Carr, Gearoid Joy, Eric Quirke, Harvey Leen
U13 Boys
Ballymac u13 Blue Team played away to Ballyduff in our 3rd Game of Phase 2 of the County League.
Having won our two previous games, another win would ensure we topped Div 5B and qualified for County Semi-final.
In the first half we played into a strong breeze as well as up an incline. While we dominated possession, we found it hard to get good ball into our full forwards and Ballyduff were defending their goals well.
Ballyduff were linking play well and kicked some nice points from play. A great save from Flynn Boyle kept us in the game as Ballyduff were picking off points from frees and play. Strong performances from Daniel, Harvey and Gearoid Joy amongst others kept the halftime score to 8 pts to 2 pts in Ballyduff’s favour.
From the throw we picked up the intensity well in the second half. We won most of Ballyduff’s kickouts and starting eating into their lead. Points from Adrian, Harvey, Jack and Aidan had us right back in contention.
Another point blank save by Flynn meant the home team only registered one point in the second half as we had the lion’s share of possession. Eric and Patrick were working tirelessly and linking play well.
The key score came with about 5 mins to go when Darragh followed up on a shot by Harvey and buried it to the back of the net. The insurance point came from Jack Hobbart and at the final whistle we had dug out a good result. Final scoreline 1-8 to 9 pts
The boys now await their opponents in league semi-final
Coiste na nÓg
U11 Boys
U11 Boys are due to play Kerins O’Rahillys this Thursday 1st of June away in Ballyrickard at 18.30 in the County league Go Games phase 2.
U9 Boys
Go games continued this Sunday in Ballymac where we welcomed Austin Stacks. The boys played 2 matches each showing both great defending and attacking skills throughout.
All the lads are improving with every game. Keep up the practice at home and thanks to all the parents who came along. Also, Thanks to Niall and Kate for refereeing.
Training continues next Sunday as normal.
Under 7s.
Academy
U7 boys & girls
U7’s had their first go game against Currow on Saturday. Over 30 boys and girls from Ballymac participated and showed some great skills. All enjoyed the games.
Huge thanks to all the coaches for their time and commitment each Sunday morning.
The club really appreciates it.
Health & Wellbeing
GAA for all in Ballymac will welcome our Little Stars 🌟 back in the coming weeks. This is a fun, interactive, and sociable programme for children with additional needs aged between 5 years – 12 years. If you have any queries in advance, contact Tina on 0871811249.
Ballymac Mothers and Others have changed their training time to 7pm on Tuesdays at the training pitch. All new members are welcome to come along and give it a go!
Our Ballymac Mothers and others had a tough challenge against Newmarket on Friday evening, well done to all our ladies who donned the Ballymac Jersey with pride.
Lotto
The Lotto is our main source of funding in the club. We appreciate all who support us weekly as we endeavour to cover costs such as insurance, affiliations, equipment and so forth. Our annual lotto ticket is now available to purchase online via Clubforce at a cost of €100.
Thanks to all for your support, it is appreciated.
Lotto 22.05.23
On Monday 22nd May, Oonagh O Rahilly and Angela Lenihan conducted the lotto draw. The Numbers drawn were: 1, 3, 20, 25.
There was no winner of this week’s Jackpot of 2,800. Congratulations to the lucky dip winners this week:
€30.00 – Padraig McGillicuddy, Ballygarry House c/o Paula Silles. Annual Ticket holder.
or from our regular sellers Paula Silles, Gene O’Keeffe, and Maureen O Shea.
Quick Pick Envelopes are available at The Half Way Shop, O Riada’s Bar, C.A. Galvin Ltd and Clifford Tractor Parts. Simply pop 5euro into the envelope with your name and contact details. We’ll generate a quick pick of 3 lines for you! You will be automatically entered into the draw. It couldn’t be easier! The closing time for entries will be 4 pm on Mondays to facilitate the draw.
.Amy Lawlor, Óisín Karakus, Louise Curtin and Doreen Lawlor at the Donal Walsh Spa NS 6k Challenge on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean
IT was a day to remember for all those who turned out for the ‘Donal Walsh Spa 6K Challenge’ hosted by Spa N.S. on Sunday.
The school organised the hugely popular family fun day in honour of Donal, their past pupil on Sunday May 28.
“We wanted to honour Donal again in a special way and so our amazing committee and loyal volunteers. worked so hard to create an event where people would come together for a few hours, have fun and ‘live life’ just as Donal had urged us all to,” said school principal Peter Linehan.
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“Huge credit must go to our Parents Association who have worked tirelessly over the past few weeks to ensure that everything would be ready”, added Peter.
This year coincided with the 10th anniversary of Donal’s passing and over five hundred people visited the school which was a hive of activity with a fabulous market organised by the students.
Children from 5th and 6th classes also coordinated fun games and challenges for everyone all day and the large crowd in attendance was enthralled by an exciting rocket competition.
The Parents Association had also organised a beautiful barbeque on site with teas and tasty treats also being served up as well.
The street performer, Tommy Broderick from Your Man’s Puppets made a number of appearances and had everyone in stitches with his puppet show.
However, the main event of the day was the ‘Donal Walsh Spa 6K Challenge’ a looped run/walk starting and finishing at the school. Donal’s parents Fionbarr and Elma and sister Jema Walsh were on hand to officially start the run/walk.
There was a wonderful atmosphere as young and not so young set off to tackle the course in the beautiful sunshine.
First home in the men’s section was Kerry coach Arthur Fitzgerald with local lads David Chute and Liam O’Donnell a close second and third. Local girl, Evie O’Sullivan scooped first place in the ladies section closely followed by Hannah Redican and Anna Chute.
However, there were huge cheers and rounds of applause for the long line of runners and walkers when they crossed the finish line.
Elma Walsh was thrilled with the event. “We are delighted to be back in Spa N.S. a place where Donal had so many happy days. The committee have again organised a really special day for everyone and Donal would have loved it!” she said. Scroll down for photos…
Liz Kelliher, Elaine Kelliher and Alan Murphy at the Donal Walsh Spa NS 6k Challenge on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Lorraine Reidy and Patricia Walsh at the Donal Walsh Spa NS 6k Challenge on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanBen Jorgji, Anila Mucaj, Alketa Mucaj and Biancka Qatja at the Donal Walsh Spa NS 6k Challenge on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanCiara, Lily and Johnny McCarthy at the Donal Walsh Spa NS 6k Challenge on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Helen Burns and Niamh Stephenson at the Donal Walsh Spa NS 6k Challenge on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanAnthony O’Shea and John Leen at the Donal Walsh Spa NS 6k Challenge on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanJohn and Deirdre Mason at the Donal Walsh Spa NS 6k Challenge on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Sarah Stack, Mags Lacey, Robyn and Millie Lacey, Ronan Falvey and Rob Lacey at the Donal Walsh Spa NS 6k Challenge on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanThe Born To Run Club members at the Donal Walsh Spa NS 6k Challenge on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanRuairí Buckley, Gary and Scott O’Driscoll and Mick Twomey at the Donal Walsh Spa NS 6k Challenge on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Siobhan Coffey, Elma Walsh and Katie Hassett at the Donal Walsh Spa NS 6k Challenge on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanEileen, Nora, Máire and Karen Lovett at the Donal Walsh Spa NS 6k Challenge on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanJema Walsh and Jenny Boyle at the Donal Walsh Spa NS 6k Challenge on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanElma Walsh and Principal of Spa NS Peter Linehan at the Donal Walsh Spa NS 6k Challenge on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanSetting off on the Donal Walsh Spa NS 6k Challenge on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanSetting off on the Donal Walsh Spa NS 6k Challenge on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanSetting off on the Donal Walsh Spa NS 6k Challenge on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanSetting off on the Donal Walsh Spa NS 6k Challenge on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanSetting off on the Donal Walsh Spa NS 6k Challenge on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanSetting off on the Donal Walsh Spa NS 6k Challenge on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanSetting off on the Donal Walsh Spa NS 6k Challenge on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanSetting off on the Donal Walsh Spa NS 6k Challenge on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean
.Kerry line up before the game on Sunday. Photo: Anois Photography
Anthony Newman reports on the TG4 Munster Senior Championship Final played on Sunday in Mallow…
Cork 5-14
Kerry 2-17
A four goal first half blitz saw Cork retain their TG4 Munster Senior Championship title at Mallow.
Two green flags from Libby Coppinger, along with efforts from Kaire Quirke and Ciara O’Sullivan, saw Cork in a commanding lead at half time and they needed it all after a brilliant fightback by Kerry in in the second half.
The Kingdom will also rue two missed penalties in the second half which cost them dearly in the end. Doireann O’Sullivan opened the scoring for Cork in the first minute and she added a second from a free a minute later.
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Kerry had the chance to take the lead when Louise Ní Mhuircheartaigh played a superb ball to Hannah O’Donoghue but Meabh O’Sullivan saved superbly to deny her a goal.
Eimear Kiely increased Cork’s lead before they got the first goal of the final. Orlaith Cahalane played in Coppinger to give Ciara Butler no chance of saving. O’Sullivan raised another white flag, before Anna Galvin got Kerry off the mark, to make it 1-4 to 0-1 after seven minutes.
O’Sullivan added another from a free before Cork got their second goal. Cahalane and O’Sullivan were involved again for Coppinger to make it 2-5 to 0-1.
Aishling O’Connell got Kerry’s second point and Niamh Ní Chonchúir added another for them as they started to settle and come more into the game.
Ciara O’Sullivan and Lorraine Scanlon exchanged points to make it 2-6 to 0-4 after 20 minutes. Some last ditch defending by Kerry denied Cork another goal, before Cahalane raised a white flag to extend her side’s lead.
Ní Mhuircheartaigh scored from before Cork scored their third goal of the first half. Katie Quirke picked up the ball and found Ciara O’Sullivan to find the back of the net to see Cork lead 3-8 to 0-6.
Ní Mhuircheartaigh and Doireann O’Sullivan both raised white flags, but Cork weren’t letting up and just before half-time Quirke got their fourth goal to see the Rebels lead by 4-10 to 0-7 at the break.
Ní Mhuircheartaigh opened the scoring on the re-start before Kerry were awarded a penalty for a tackle on Anna Galvin. But Ní Mhuircheartaigh put it wide, having sent the keeper the wrong way.
Credit to Ní Mhuircheartaigh she didn’t let it upset her as she slotted over the next two points as the Kingdom were now dominating.
They got the goal they deserved in the 39th minute when O’Donoghue scored to make it 1-11 to 4-10.
Cork got a much-needed score when a long ball in was caught by Cahalane and she raised her side’s fifth green flag to increase their lead to 5-10 to 1-13.
With 51 minutes gone Kerry were awarded another penalty, for a tackle on O’Leary but O’Sullivan denied Ní Mhuircheartaigh with a superb save.
Fiadhna Tagney got a late goal for Kerry but by then the game was beyond them as Cork ran out deserving winners by 5-14 to 2-16.
Scorers – Cork: D O’Sullivan 0-11 (6f), L Coppinger 2-0, O Cahalane, C O’Sullivan 1-1 each, K Quirke 1-0, E Kiely 0-1.
Kerry: L Ní Mhuircheartaigh 0-6 (4f), H O’Donoghue 1-2, F Tangney 1-0, D O’Leary 0-3, A O’Connell 0-2, A Galvin, L Scanlon, N Ní Chonchúir, L Galvin 0-1 each.
CORK: M O’Sullivan; A Ryan, E Meaney, R Phelan; M Duggan, S Kelly, S Leahy; A Healy, H Looney; L Coppinger, D O’Sullivan, E Kiely; O Cahalane, K Quirke, C O’Sullivan.
Subs: L O’Mahony for S Leahy, E Cleary for A Ryan (both 48), L Fitzgerald for L Coppinger (54), D Kiely for O Cahalane (56), D Kiniry for R Phelan (59).
KERRY: C Butler; E Lynch, K Cronin, A Dillane; A O’Connell, E Costello, C Murphy; L Scanlon, C Lynch; N Carmody, N Ní Chonchúir, A Galvin; H O’Donoghue, D O’Leary, L Ní Mhuircheartaigh.
Subs: L Galvin for A Dillane (20), A Harrington for N Carmody (48), S O’Shea for N Ní Mhuircheartaigh (54), N Broderick for A O’Connell (57).
FURTHER results from Census 2022 were released today by the Central Statistics Office pertaining to Kerry, revealing more about life in the Kingdom.
THE number of patients waiting on trolleys at University Hospital Kerry in May was the highest for that month since records began and almost double May 2022 numbers.
NINE projects in Kerry will share €96,263 in funding announced today through the Local Biodiversity Action Fund (LBAF).
Guidance Counsellor Billy Ryle has some last minute advice for 2023 State Exams candidates to help them reap the rewards for all the hard work they’ve put in…
THE six county winners from Kerry have been announced in the National Lottery Good Causes Awards with Tralee Boxing Club honoured in the Sport category.
